Apple says its iPhone Lockdown Mode has never been hacked by spyware — here's how to turn it on

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If you're an iPhone owner then you have the option of enabling Lockdown Mode, a super-secure configuration that adds extra protection for your device and data – and which Apple now says has never been breached.

We're closing in on four years since Lockdown Mode was launched as part of iOS 16, and Apple spokesperson Sarah O'Rourke told TechCrunch that Apple believes the mode has never been breached by bad actors.

"We are not aware of any successful mercenary spyware attacks against a Lockdown Mode-enabled Apple device," O’Rourke said, which will be reassuring to hear for everyone who has switched on this additional protection ...