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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
I found a secret iPhone folder that could expose bad habits, financial info & cheating – deleting it saved my storage
YOUR smartphone is like an electronic mirror - it can reveal all sorts about who you are, who you're close to and what your interests are. But I found a secret folder recently that could expose more about me than I'd like to admit. It's quite spooky. 4 It acts as a chunky dossier of my social media scrolling, internet browsing, social life - and all my bad habits Credit: Getty Apple introduced a dedicated Screenshots album in iOS 9, all the way back in 2015. Somehow, I've only just discovered it - and with the sheer size of it, there's no wonder my storage is always full. It's tucked away in From strings of screenshots of wedding guest dresses, confirmation pages following shopping orders and ticket bookings, to (and I hate to admit this) my own bank details - this album of images is incredibly personal. It acts as a chunky dossier of my social media scrolling, internet browsing, social life - and all my bad habits. All the Instagram profiles I've screenshotted, messages I've shared for my friends to weigh in on, to my own financial information that is ripe for hackers - it's all there. Whenever you screenshot something on your iPhone, that snap is automatically transported to its own, exclusive folder. Where these images are usually camouflaged in your wider Photos album, they are truly laid bare in the Screenshots folder. I had nearly 3,700 screenshotted images inside this hidden folder - that's roughly 2GB in storage. You might even be able to call me a digital hoarder - an emerging "dark side of technology" which can fuel anxiety and stress levels, according to a recent Apple shows you tips and tricks on the new Iphone 16e with Apple Intelligence But doing so is not only eating into my storage, it poses a huge security risk too. Interestingly, considering how much it reveals about me, this sneaky folder may even be used to 4 While you may find it hard to let go of some images - 'just in case' you might need them later - remember that some of these screenshots may pose a security risk Credit: Getty Save storage By deleting all my screenshots - spanning nearly a decade - I managed to Unlike your main photo library, the Screenshots album gives you the option to Select All - so deleting every snap in one swoop is easy. If you want to wipe all screenshots, tap Select in the top-right, then hit Select All in the top-left. Once everything's highlighted, tap the bin icon and confirm. While you may find it hard to let go of some images - 'just in case' you might need them later - remember that some of these screenshots may pose a security risk. Where is the Screenshots folder? Apple's Photos app automatically puts all your screenshots in a dedicated album - all you need to do is locate it. Here's how: Open the Photos app on your iPhone or iPad. Scroll down, and you will see a Media Types section. Tap it. Select Screenshots to see them all in one spot. If you're on iOS 17, make sure you're in the Albums tab. Then, scroll down to find the Screenshots folder. Alternatively, Apple may keep it in your Pinned Collections. Simply scroll along pass your Favourites and Recently Saved albums to find Screenshots. Image credit: Apple 4 Some screenshots may expose sensitive information, such as financial details or passwords Credit: Getty Security risk If you're an avid online shopper or digital banking user like me, then your screenshots could pose a security risk for your accounts. Some snaps may expose sensitive information, such as financial details or passwords. Even information that could be used for phishing scams, such as my name, email and postal address, can be in these screenshots. This is yet another reason to let go of those pesky screenshots you never revisit or reopen. Now, here's the part some people miss. When you delete a screenshot - or any image for that matter - it's not fully gone. The image quietly moves to the Recently Deleted album for up to 30 days before it is automatically removed. If you want it gone for good - and you want to free up space immediately - then go into the Recently Deleted album, select the screenshots again, and hit Delete . 4 This hidden folder could be an obscure but easy way to catch out a cheater Credit: Getty Caught out Now, I know that you could learn a lot about me from my Screenshots folder - meaning you could probably extract a lot of information about someone else from theirs. This hidden folder, therefore, could be an obscure but easy way to catch out a cheater. Anyone can delete texts or WhatsApp messages - however, there might be a trace of infidelity hidden in their screenshots. Be it from screenshots of someone's recent Instagram photo, or perhaps confirmation of a dinner reservation you weren't privy to. Four red flags your partner is cheating Private Investigator Aaron Bond from BondRees revealed four warning signs your partner might be cheating. They start to take their phone everywhere with them In close relationships, it's normal to know each other's passwords and use each other's phones, if their phone habits change then they may be hiding something. "You should also look at how they place their phone down when not in use. If they face the phone with the screen facing down, then they could be hiding something." They start telling you less about their day When partners cheat they can start to avoid you, this could be down to them feeling guilty or because it makes it easier for them to lie to you. "If you feel like your partner has suddenly begun to avoid you and they don't want to do things with you any more or they stop telling you about their day then this is another red flag." "Partners often avoid their spouses or tell them less about their day because cheating can be tough, remembering all of your lies is impossible and it's an easy way to get caught out," says Aaron. Their libido changes Your partner's libido can change for a range of reasons so it may not be a sure sign of cheating but it can be a red flag according to Aaron. Aaron says: "Cheaters often have less sex at home because they are cheating, but on occasions, they may also have more sex at home, this is because they feel guilty and use this increase in sex to hide their cheating. You may also find that your partner will start to introduce new things into your sex life that weren't there before." They become negative towards you Cheaters know that cheating is wrong and to them, it will feel good, this can cause tension and anxiety within themselves which they will need to justify. "To get rid of the tension they feel inside they will try to convince themselves that you are the problem and they will become critical of you out of nowhere. Maybe you haven't walked the dog that day, put the dishes away or read a book to your children before bedtime. A small problem like this can now feel like a big deal and if you experience this your partner could be cheating," warns Aaron.
Scottish Sun
09-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
Apple unveils major iPhone trick to help you understand and SPEAK foreign languages
It even works when you call or text someone who doesn't have an iPhone GOLDEN APPLE Apple unveils major iPhone trick to help you understand and SPEAK foreign languages APPLE has unveiled a futuristic new feature that will help millions of people overcome language barriers. Using artificial intelligence (AI), your iPhone may soon be able to translate conversations on the fly. Advertisement 2 While on a phone call, your words are translated as you speak Credit: Apple / WWDC 2 On FaceTime, you'll receive instant live translated captions as you speak Credit: Apple It will work in the Messages, FaceTime and the Phone app. For example, if you're studying abroad and wanting to make plans with some new friends but are stuck behind a language barrier. The new Live Translate feature means each text is instantly translated after receiving it - or sending it. On FaceTime, you'll receive instant live translated captions as you speak. Advertisement While on a phone call, your words are translated as you speak. It even works when you call or text someone who doesn't have an iPhone. Apple noted that all your conversations will be processed and translated on the device for security purposes. That means they're not being sent to servers elsewhere to be translated. Advertisement Apple has also added more translation capabilities to Apple Music. Apple shows you tips and tricks on the new Iphone 16e with Apple Intelligence Listeners will now be able to have lyrics translated in the app, alongside a new pronunciation tool to help you learn your favourite foreign songs. The feature will become available in iOS 26 - Apple's next big software update for iPhones. But it won't just be available on Apple's handsets - but its desktops and laptops too. Advertisement Live Translation - as well as the nifty new Hold Assist tool - will also be available on Mac.
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Our tech experts reveal best budget-friendly mobiles to buy that will save you HUNDREDS – even if you're an iPhone fan
Don't miss our top tip to shed even more off the cost of your next upgrade GOOD CALL Our tech experts reveal best budget-friendly mobiles to buy that will save you HUNDREDS – even if you're an iPhone fan Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SMARTPHONES don't have to cost the Earth - and going cheaper doesn't necessarily mean making huge compromises either. Consumers are so spoilt for choice these days, it's almost hard to pick. But our crack Sun Tech team has chosen their top budget mobiles, revealing a slick handset that costs under £250 and a budget iPhone you've probably missed (with 26 HOURS of battery life, no less). 5 Some phones cost as little as £250 Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun 5 There's even a cheaper option for iPhone fans Credit: Sean Keach / The Sun Too often people tend to stick to what they know when upgrading, rather than considering more budget-friendly options that are just as good. The Sun's tech team gets their hands on loads of smartphones all the time, from the big, fancy devices to the cheap handsets. Technology has now got so good that even the cheaper phones pack a punch, with many of the must-have features you would expect in an expensive mobile. This includes fantastic battery, great cameras and tools that are actually useful to you. Here are the three we recommend buying this year so far. CMF Phone 2 Pro 5 Jamie Harris - Assistant Technology and Science Editor Chances are, you've never heard of CMF nor its parent brand Nothing. The company only came about in 2020 and has shaken up the scene with much cheaper Android smartphones that do away with the usual bland designs. I've not long reviewed the CMF Phone 2 Pro and I was impressed with the rugged look and how tough it felt in my hands. The battery is also really good for a brand new phone this cheap, going well into the second day with regular usage. Apple shows you tips and tricks on the new Iphone 16e with Apple Intelligence So how much is it? A shocking £249. Yes, there are some parts of it that aren't as good, such as its resistance to water, with a lower rating compared to other phones. And while the camera isn't as impressive as others on the market you can still get some fairly decent shots. You can read my full review on the CMF Phone 2 Pro here. iPhone 16e 5 Sean Keach – Head of Technology and Science Every year we all complain that the latest iPhone doesn't look all that different to last year's iPhone. Or even the one before that. Well friends, that's a good thing. It means most smartphones are now extremely good – even if you're buying a properly cheap model, or one that's a bit old. Please don't feel like you have to splash out on the flashest mobile with a four-digit price tag. You almost certainly don't need one. Enter the iPhone 16e, which is currently the cheapest model in Apple's line-up. It came out earlier this year (so you can say it's new) and – to the untrained eye – looks just like the iPhone 16 (so you could feasibly pretend that it is one to your mates). The battery life is wild. Apple says you'll get 26 hours of video playback from it – and I struggled to run it down in my iPhone 16e review. In fact, it serves up four more hours of use per charge compared to the pricier iPhone 16. It looks the part with an all-screen design (including a posh 6.1-inch OLED display that's probably better than your telly), Face ID scanning, and an Action Button that can be mapped to identify a song playing nearby or remind your daughter to feed the dog. It's even sort of future-proofed because it supports Apple Intelligence AI tricks (even the iPhone 15 doesn't have that) thanks to the speedy processor on board, and also includes a USB-C charging port, for which cables are now extremely common. And the upside is that this model costs £599, which is a whopping £200 less than the entry-level iPhone 16. Bargain. That means you can get some very low monthly prices. We covered a Sky Mobile iPhone 16e deal recently that was £19 a month for the phone plus an extra £11 for 40GB of 5G data. And let's be honest: when the new iPhone 17 comes out later this year, you can probably pretend you've got that too. Samsung Galaxy A56 5 Millie Turner - Senior Technology and Science Reporter While I'm an Apple girl through-and-through, the Galaxy A56 5G is a good enough deal to tempt even me. This budget handset enjoys most of what's good about the main Galaxy S25 phones, without the eyewatering price. For just £499, consumers can get a glossy new smartphone jam-packed with Galaxy AI features. The A56 runs on Android 15 with Samsung's very latest One UI 7 on top. That means it comes with some of Samsung's biggest AI tools, some of which only just landed on the much more expensive Galaxy S25 series. Like the magic eraser, for example, which can remove objects from photos. Or, the AI-powered auto trim tool that quickly cuts videos to their best moments. Samsung has also pledged to offer up to six generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades, as well as six years of security updates. This is an increase from the four operating system updates and five years of security updates offered on the A55. It means you get two extra years of not needing to upgrade your device, while still getting to enjoy some clever AI tools.
