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MacworldAnyone who owned one of the first few generations of Apple Watch has probably long forgotten about them by now, but heres a reason to think of them againApple might owe you some money.Apple has agreed to a $20 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit that alleges first-generation Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3 Apple Watches experienced certain issues allegedly related to battery swell. The plaintiffs claimed the battery could affect other parts of the watch, including the display.As is usually the case with settlements, Apple denies any wrongdoing, disputes the claim that Apple Watch batteries were faulty, and asserts numerous defenses to the claims in this case. In a statement to CNET, Apple assured its watches are safe and reliable, including the models in the suit. While we strongly disagree with the claims made against these early generation Apple Watch models, we agreed to settle to avoid further litigation.Members of the settlement class will receive $20 per watch up to a maximum of $50. However, the suit notes that if necessary, a pro-rata portion of the Net Settlement Fund less than $20. That means if lots of people opt in, the payments will be divided accordingly and could decrease.Members of the class should receive a notice with a Notice ID and Confirmation Code to confirm or update payment information anytime beforeApril 10online through thePayment Selectiontab at the Watch Settlement site. If you dont receive a notice and are unsure whether you are included in the settlement, you can call 844-933-4042 for more information.

MacworldMost people live a life where theyre entering several passwords into applications and websites each day to get their work done. Weve all forgotten a password from time to time, and in most cases forgetting the password isnt too traumatic because we can request a reset via email or another way. But losing your Apple ID password (also known as your iCloud password) is one case where forgetting it can be both devastating and complicated. Your Apple ID is the king of all your passwords where your Apple computers, your iPhones, iPads, Apple TV, and other devices are concerned. iPhone and Mac users have to enter their Apple ID details when buying an app, accessing iCloud email, and signing in to other Apple services. Generally speaking, this is the password that hooks you into your digital life with Apple NS Without access to your Apple account you could lose all your data, including treasured photographs, and any music and movies you might have purchased from Apples various stores. But it happens. Perhaps you got confused when Apple made you change to a new password; perhaps you picked one that was just too complicated to remember, or maybe its just been a while since you last used it. Whatever the reason, forgetting the password to your Apple ID account can be a serious pain, so were going to explain how to reset it. If you have a lot of trouble remembering passwords take a look at our round-up of the Best Password Managers.Before we get started, lets quickly cover two slightly different scenarios. First, your password might not be working because its been locked by Apple for security reasons; perhaps an attempt has been made to hack it. Should this happen to you, try this tutorial: How to unlock a disabled Apple ID.Or you might have bought an iPhone, iPad, or other Apple device second-hand, or inherited it from a relative, then found that the old password and Apple ID havent been disassociated from it. In this case you need to ask the previous owner to remove the device from their Apple iCloud account, which they can do by using the Find My app, or going to icloud.com/find, logging in and removing the old device.If you were hoping that you can just ask Apple for help hacking that forgotten Apple ID be prepared for disappointment: Apple cannot recover or reset the password in any circumstances. However, all is not lost, it is possible to reset your Apple ID, and the good news is that over the years Apple has simplified this process and, as long as youve set up two-factor authentication, changing your Apple ID password should be very simple. Note: Once youve changed your Apple ID password you will need to update it in the iCloud settings in any Apple devices you own.How to reset your Apple ID password using your emailYou should be able to easily reset your Apple ID Password using your registered email and phone number if you visit iforgot.apple.com, Apples website specifically designed for this purpose. You will need to know the email and phone number associated with your Apple ID. You also need either the password for your Mac, or Face ID, Touch ID or your numerical passcode for your iPhone or iPad depending on the device you use.Follow these steps:Visit iforgot.apple.com.Enter your email address on file for your Apple ID account and type the captcha code. Enter your phone number.Youll receive a notification on your devices (such as your iPhone, iPad or Mac). Click on the notification on the device of your choice to allow for the password to be reset. You will need to authenticate with your device password (such as your face via Face ID, your fingerprint via Touch ID, or your numerical password, what ever you use to unlock that device).Enter a new password. Confirm the new password for your Apple ID account.After using iForgot.apple.com you can set a new password up for your Apple ID.FoundryNeed some help coming up with a safe and secure password? Read our tips to make your passwords even stronger.How to reset an Apple ID password on MacIf the only thing you know is the password for the Mac that is attached to the same Apple ID you can still reset the password really easily. Go to System Settings(previously known as System Preferences).Select Apple Account.Select Sign in & Security.Click on Change Password.Enter your Macs password.Enter and verify your new password.ScreenshotFoundryHow to reset an Apple ID password on iPhone or iPadSimilarly, if you are signed in to your Apple ID on an iPhone or iPad you can use that device to reset your password by following very similar steps to those above: Go to Settings.Tap on your Apple Account section.Tap in Sign in & Security.Click on Change Password.Your iPhone or iPad will use Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode, to identify you.Enter and verify your new password.How to set up a Recovery ContactYour recovery contact can help you recover your Apple ID, if you have one. FoundryPerhaps you are trying to help someone recover their forgotten password. If you have been set up as the Recovery Contact this could be an easy fix. You would be able to get a one-time recovery code that can be used to unlock the account. However, this only works if you have set up a Recovery Contact before the password was forgotten. It would be a good idea to set this up for any parents, grandparents or children you might be able to help out in the future should they be in this situation. To set up Recovery Contacts you need to do the following:Note: All the devices need to be running at minimum iOS 15, iPadOS 15, or macOS Monterey. If you have older devices running older versions of the operating systems you need to remove them from Settings > Apple ID. Click on any device in the list and youll be able to see what version of iOS it is running. You will need to remove old devices that you no longer use that cant be updated beyond those operating systems.Open Settings or System Settings (depending on whether you are on Mac or iPhone/iPad).Tap/click on your Apple ID at the top of the screen.Select Sign-In & Security (previously Password & Security)Enter your Apple ID password if required.There are two Recovery Methods to choose from: Recovery Contacts & Recovery Key.Tap Set up beside Recovery Contacts. You can now add someone you trust to be your Recovery Contact, they will need to have an Apple device. Tap Add Recovery Contact and follow the prompts.With a Recovery Contact set up the Recovery Contact will be able to get them to generate a code on their Apple device that can be used to get back into the Apple ID account. Its a good idea to have more than one trusted Recovery Contact.How to set up a Recovery Key ScreenshotFoundryYou can also set up a Recovery Key to help you if you forget your Apple ID in the future. Again, this needs to be done in advance of you forgetting the password because you will need your Apple ID password to set it up. Follow the steps above, but select Set Up beside Recovery Key instead of Recovery Contacts. Enter your Apple ID password. Turn on Recovery Key. Note that if you lose your recovery key and cannot access your devices, Apple will not be able to help you regain access to your account. How to add a Legacy ContactWhile youre setting this up, you could also add a Legacy Contact, which will be someone who can recover your account and access your data if you die. Your Legacy Contact will just need a copy of your death certificate to get access to your account.Open System Settings/Settings (depending on your device).Click Apple ID.Select Sign-In & Security.Select Legacy Contact.Click Add.You can add multiple contacts here. Your Legacy Contact will have access to and be able to download your data, including photos, videos and notes, after your death. What if you forget your email address?Along with your password, you will need to enter the email address you use for your Apple ID.Heres what you need to do if you have forgotten which email address is tied to your Apple ID. Luckily, theres a quick way to find out which address you need. You just need to find a device that is already signed into your Apple ID.On an iPad or iPhoneGo to Settings and tap your name at the top of the page. If youre logged in here you will see the email associated with your Apple ID under your name.You may also see the email address listed in Settings > Apps > Messages > Send & Receive, or Settings > Apps > FaceTime.On a Mac or PCGo to System Settings and click your name card at the top. Again you should see your Apple ID email address if youre logged in.If you arent logged in here you may find the email by opening FaceTime, then clicking the FaceTime dropdown menu and selecting Settings. Similarly, you could try checking Mail, or Messages.Another way to find your Apple ID is to open the Music app and check for previous purchases. Find a purchase, right-click and choose Get Info then File. You may see the email address beside your name.OnlineIf you fail to find your Apple ID after trying those methods, you will need to visit the Apple ID page online at appleid.apple.com. Below the boxes for Apple ID and Password, click Forgotten your password?If you enter the wrong email address, you can try again with a different one until the email address is recognized. On a related topic, heres what to do if you need to change the admin password on a Mac.

width="2486" height="1398" sizes="(max-width: 2486px) 100vw, 2486px">Fines and their strict enforcement are an effective way of reminding everyone involved to stick to the rules as much as possible.AVN Photo Lab shutterstock.comData protection authorities in Europe imposed fines amounting to 1.2 billion last year according to the seventh edition of commercial law firm DLA Pipers GDPR Fines and Data Breach Survey. For the period since January 28, 2024, this represents a decrease of 33 percent compared to the fines of the previous year. This is the first year-on-year decline in fines, it said although 2023 was unusual: Ireland fined Meta a record 1.2 billion that year, and no comparable fines were imposed in 2024.In total, the fines imposed since GDPR came into force in May 2018 amount to 5.88 billion. Large technology companies and social media giants in particular have had to pay. Almost all of the ten highest fines imposed since 2018 relate to the tech industry, including the fines of 310 million euros imposed on LinkedIn by the Irish data protection authority in 2024 and a 251 million fine for Meta.Ireland continues to impose the most fines by a wide margin: since May 2018, it has now imposed fines of 3.5 billion. In comparison, Germany has imposed fines totaling 89.1 million since the GDPR came into force. According to DLA Piper, the German data protection authorities are focusing on breaches of the integrity, confidentiality and security of data processing.GDPR remains a powerful instrumentThis years results show that the data protection authorities in Europe continue to follow a clear line, commented Jan Geert Meents, partner in the German Intellectual Property & Technology (IPT) practice group at DLA Piper, on the latest study results. The decline in the total volume of fines is ultimately due to extraordinary events in the previous year and does not mean a slowdown in regulatory activities. The GDPR remains a powerful tool to ensure data protection and promote compliance. This is particularly true for Germany.Data protection activists, on the other hand, have a much more sober view of the current situation in terms of procedures and fines. The noyb association with its CEO Max Schrems even speaks of inactivity of national data protection authorities. On average, only 1.3 percent of all cases before the data protection authorities result in a fine, the activists report, citing statistics from the European Data Protection Board (EDPB).Proceedings take too longThe idea that the GDPR has brought about a shift towards a serious approach to data protection has largely proven to be wishful thinking, according to a statement from noyb. European data protection authorities have all the necessary means to adequately sanction GDPR violations and issue fines that would prevent similar violations in the future, Schrems says. Instead, they frequently drag out the negotiations for years only to decide against the complainants interests all too often.The activists speak of a specific phenomenon in data protection. in 2022, for example, the Spanish data protection authority received 15,128 complaints. However, only 378 fines were imposed including obvious violations such as unanswered requests for information or illegal cookie banners, which could theoretically be dealt with quickly and in a standardized manner. Those responsible at noyb cite the following as a comparison: 3.7 million speeding tickets were issued in Spain in 2022. Similar ratios would apply to practically all other EU member states.Data protection authorities lack the motivation to enforce the law entrusted to them, complains Max Schrems, CEO of noyb.David Bohmann PIDSomehow its only data protection authorities that cant be motivated to actually enforce the law theyre entrusted with, criticizes Schrems. In every other area, breaches of the law regularly result in monetary fines and sanctions. Data protection authorities often act in the interests of companies rather than the data subjects, the activist suspects.Fines motivate complianceIt is precisely fines that motivate companies to comply with the law, reports the association, citing its own survey. Two-thirds of respondents stated that decisions by the data protection authority that affect their own company and involve a fine lead to greater compliance. Six out of ten respondents also admitted that even fines imposed on other organizations have an impact on their own company.In fact, the focus of the data protection authorities could shift somewhat, which could lead to more fines being imposed. DLA Piper refers to an announcement by the Dutch Data Protection Authority. It wants to investigate whether the directors of Clearview AI could be held personally liable for numerous GDPR violations after a fine of 30.5 million euros was imposed on the company. This investigation could signal a potential shift in the focus of regulators towards personal liability and more individual accountability, the legal experts interpret the move. Personal liability a new phase in GDPR enforcementThe increasing focus on the personal liability of managers marks a new phase in GDPR enforcement, comments Verena Grentzenberg, partner in DLA Pipers IPT practice group in Germany with a focus on data protection. This sends a clear signal to companies that breaches of data protection will not remain without consequences not even at the level of the individuals involved.

Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman writes onLinkedInthat the company is now making OpenAIs reasoning model o1 free to use for all users of Microsofts AI assistant Copilot.Microsoft calls the functionality itself Think Deeper. The o1 model spends more time (about 30 seconds) considering the instructions it receives from several different angles and perspectives, then delivers a more comprehensive response than most genAI tools.Previously, interested users had to pay at least $20 per month to gain access to the o1 model via one of Open AIs ChatGPT subscriptions. Think Deeper has also been available as a preview in Copilot Labs, also only for paying Copilot Pro users.

Owners of early-generation Apple Watch models are eligible for payments related to a six-year-old class action lawsuit. Here's who can file.An affected Apple Watch | Image credit: RedditIn 2019, a lawsuit was filed against Apple alleging that Apple Watch Series 1 through Apple Watch Series 3 were unsafe. According to the lawsuit, Apple ignored an issue that could cause the batteries to swell and break critical components, such as the screen.Now, nearly six years later, a settlement has finally been reached. Apple has agreed to pay out $20 million to resolve the claims but not because the company admits to any wrongdoing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Apple's latest earnings have impressed some investment advisors, with Morgan Stanley inching its Apple stock price target up to $275 mostly because of the long-term strength of Services.Tim Cook, celebratingWhile Apple's iPhone sales came in at a bit over $600 million dollars short of the year-ago quarter, there was enough good news in the report for a firm generally bullish on AAPL to increase its price target.In a note seen by AppleInsider, investment firm Morgan Stanley has hiked its price target for AAPL to $275. This is a boost over just a week ago, where the firm had a $273 target, it now has a $275 goal. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 will receive the sizable Datavault Update next month, which includes a new PvP map called Tomb. Operations players must also watch for a new Extremis threat, the Biovore, in Tyranid maps. But thats not all, as PC players can look forward to a field-of-view slider at long last.You expressed how eager you were to get a FOV Slider since the launch. While implementing it has been technically challenging, weve finally managed to produce a slider worthy of our standards, introduced in version 6.0. Several examples of the slider working on 16:9, 21:9 and 32:9 displays were provided and it looks solid.Theres more, though, including new finisher animations on Rubric Marines, Zoanthropes and Scarab Occult Terminators; selling Armoury Data for Requisition Points; and a new difficulty, Absolute. The latter unlocks for those who complete one Lethal Operation and rewards a new pauldron and bloodstained knife as cosmetics rewards.If you fussed over recreating the same look for PvE and PvP, there will also be an option to share it across both (patterns included). Console players can also finally toggle PvP cross-play with PC players on or off.The next update will contain reworks to perks, though Saber Interactive promises more changes in the future. Stay tuned for updates in the meantime.

Despite Microsofts silence on Fable since the trailer from last year, speculation on its release date has been going around quite a bit. A new rumour, courtesy of Spanish website Vandal, that indicates that Fable will no longer be an Xbox exclusive.According to a report by Vandal, Fable is currently being developed for release on the PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 as well, alongside its planned PC and Xbox Series X/S versions. While no release date has been figured out as of yet, development on the PS5 and Switch 2 versions has reportedly progressed far enough that it might come out as a multiplatform release on launch.As is the case with all such rumours, it is best to take this one with a grain of salt as well. However, Vandal has, in the past, reliably reported on the Switch 2 before the consoles announcement, including the fact that it would feature magnetically-connected JoyCons.Rumours from last year have indicated that Fable is slated for launch in Q4 of 2025. This puts the games potential release window somewhere between October and December this year.Fable, ostensibly a reboot of the classic Xbox and Xbox 360 RPG series, is being developed by Playground Games. The game is believed to be an open-world RPG, and will feature comedic takes on classic myths and folklore, as its predecessors are famous for.For more details about Fable, check out our thoughts on what the heck is going on with its development.