A recent cyberattack has targeted Apple iPhone and iPad users. The “smishing” attack involves sending fake texts that appear to be from Apple.
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Ivan is the News Editor at The Mac Observer. He is involved in generating fresh and relevant stories on all things Apple. His interests in phones, tablets, laptops, and tech in general help bring the latest news to our readers. A technology buff since high school, he started his career at Windows Report way back in 2014. There, he held various roles from Content Writer to Managing Editor before transitioning to The Mac Observer in 2024. Ivan's toolkit currently includes an iPhone 13 Pro, an Apple Watch Series 9, and various other gadgets that help him stay on top of the latest technology trends. In his free time, Ivan does amateur photography, overanalyzes movies, and watches basketball.
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