Apple to require 6-digit passcodes on newer iPhones, iPads under iOS 9 Stronger passcode ups the ante: there will be one million possible permutations.

Apple rolled out its new iOS 9 operating system Wednesday and with that comes a big security upgrade. The new operating system will now automatically default to a six digit PIN to unlock your ...

Apple steps up security with native two-factor and 6-digit passcodes in iOS 9 Apple puts two factors front and center to secure accounts in iOS and OS X, while suggesting a longer passcode in iOS 9.

Congratulations. Your account is not only protected with two-factor authentication, but with the added security of Google's six-digit authenticator code.

Deciding how to manage all of those eight-digit setup codes is one challenge every HomeKit enthusiast faces. Accessory makers warn that misplacing codes can make it impossible to set up devices ...