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iOS Today 819: Passwords Are Dead-ish
10 September 2026

iOS Today 819: Passwords Are Dead-ish

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Are passwords really on their way out, or are we stuck with them a bit longer? Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dig into Apple's latest moves in credential management and reveal why the end of passwords is only "dead-ish." Find out why this shift matters for both convenience and security, and how it could upend your digital habits.


    Apple Passwords app evolves: features, security, and sharing explored
    Passkeys adoption, magic links frustration, and passwordless future
    Passkeys security benefits and everyday use cases discussed
    Verification code autofill and cleanup
    Real-world quirks and reliability of code autofill features
    Shared groups and Wi-Fi credentials streamline family password management
    Comparing Apple Passwords vs. third-party managers: features and limitations
    Password best practices debunked: phase out bad habits
    App Caps: ESR magnetic matte screen protector and Spark Daily Learning Puzzles

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard


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