Ars Technica

Apple to require 6-digit passcodes on newer iPhones, iPads under iOS 9

As part of its iOS 9 announcement on Monday, Apple revealed that all newer iDevices equipped with TouchID and running the newer version of the operating system will ...
Macworld

Apple steps up security with native two-factor and 6-digit passcodes in iOS 9

Nestled in the middle of iOS 9 announcements were two security-related bumps: Apple now suggests you sete a six-digit passcode instead of a four-digit one; and two-factor authentication becomes a ...
Business Insider

Apple made a simple change in iOS 9 that will make your iPhone a lot safer

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Entrepreneur

Apple’s New 6-Digit Passcodes: What Do They Mean for Your BYOD Policy?

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Apple’s release of iOS 9 last month has done us all a tremendous public service: It’s brought mobile security into the spotlight for ...
Ars Technica

Apple to require 6-digit passcodes on newer iPhones, iPads under iOS 9

I already switched to 6 (though you can't tell it wants 6) with a wipe after 10 failures. I also disabled touchID unlock on the phone, and only use it for payments ...