“Needless Markup” hacked: Hackers stole info from at least 64,472 Neiman Marcus customers and employees, including names, contact details and birth dates. The data is for sale on the dark web for $150,000.
10 iPhone tricks I use every day, and you will, too
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Here are 10 more ways to get more out of your iPhone. I bet you’ll use them again and again.
1. Markup
Markup is a powerful tool you might not even realize is there. It lets you edit screenshots and photos, add signatures to PDFs or other documents, insert text, and draw on images without downloading a third-party app.
To draw on photos:
- Open a photo from the photo and tap Edit, then the Markup button. It looks like a pencil inside a circle.
- Tap the Plus button to add Description, Text, Signature or Magnifier to zoom in.
- Once you’ve made your selection and made the edit, tap Done, then tap Done again.
2. Check if a surface is level
Next time you hang a frame, grab your iPhone instead of searching through the garage for a level. Here’s how it works:
- Open the pre-installed Measure app.
- Tap Level, then hold your iPhone against an object. Use it just as you would a normal level.
3. Delete your last 15 minutes of search history
Looking for a gift? Or maybe you’re searching for something private, like a health-related issue. It’s easy to wipe out the evidence if you use Google for your searches. Try this quick-delete option:
- Open the Google app.
- Tap on your profile picture in the top right-hand corner.
- The third option on the screen should be Delete last 15 minutes.
- There’s no confirmation button. Once you tap the button, your history will be deleted. There’s a short window in which you can undo the action.
Tools you didn’t know were built into your iPhone
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Whether you’re new to the iPhone or have had one for years, there’s always something new to discover. Check out these tools you’ll use all the time.
31M email addresses
Exposed in a Needless Markup Neiman Marcus breach. The retailer’s original report said only 64,472 people were affected. See if yours is one of them at haveibeenpwned.com.
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