Apple ID
Coverage of Apple ID in the Nexus archive.
- [US of A] A new one from “Apple”
A user received a text message warning that their Apple ID was used to sign in to iCloud on a MacBook Pro 16" and incurred a $630 USD Apple Pay pre-authorization charge. The message advised checking account security if the activity was unrecognized.
- Someone claims to be logged into Apple ID (US)
A couple purchased an iPhone 14 Pro Max from Back Market, which later malfunctioned and was refunded. They now receive suspicious messages from someone claiming the device remains logged into an Apple ID, with the phone's location showing as China. The sender provided detailed instructions, raising concerns about a potential scam.
- [US] Help! FBI Impersonator Scam w/ Masked Men Involved.
A family member is a victim of an FBI impersonator scam involving masked men collecting money and using Bitcoin kiosks. The scam began with a fake FBI agent claiming identity theft in Mexico and an Apple ID compromise. The victim has since secured a safe location and contacted law enforcement.
- Caitlyn Jenner requests access to late friend Sophia Hutchins's Apple ID after claiming she owed her nearly $500,000
Caitlyn Jenner is requesting access to the Apple ID of her late friend Sophia Hutchins, claiming she owed her nearly $500,000. The request has raised questions about privacy and financial disputes.