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When ‘OFF’ is not really ‘OFF’.

Your iPhone has a subworld all it’s own even when it is powered down. Sounds scary, right? It is.

Wireless chips and Bluetooth cyphon your Low Power Mode (LPM) on your iPhone to run even when your phone is off. With this ‘connection’ still live, there is a risk hackers could weasel their way into your device. While the risk is not exorbitantly high at this time, it is good to be aware of the potential threats and what you can do to protect your privacy. Read here for more.