# iPhone’s hidden security update, CSUN assistive tech & scan your phone for spyware (166, March 21, 2026)

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Published: 2026-03-21T22:26:17+00:00
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Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show. Call 1-888-RICH-101 (1-888-742-4101) to join in! Email your question  here . Rich said it’s  important  to keep your iPhone and Android updated with the latest security updates, especially in light of exploits like DarkSword. Download  iVerify Basic  to check iPhone (and  Android ) for signs of spyware. Enable  Lockdown Mode  on iPhone if you’re really worried about your security. Aura  confirmed  a data breach affecting 900,000 records, but not financial. Gary in Indio is trying to connect a printer to an  Eero  network using WPS, which is no longer supported. In the Eero app, go to Settings > Troubleshooting > “My device won’t connect” to temporarily enable 2.4 GHz for about 10 minutes. WordPress CEO Matt Mullenweg  almost  fell for an Apple scam. Rich shares highlights from the 41st Annual  CSUN Assistive Tech Conference . Featured technology and companies: •  Be My Eyes  – A free app connecting blind and low-vision users with volunteers through live video. The service now supports over 1 million users, 10 million volunteers, and 185+ languages. The company also introduced Be My Eyes Workplace, which helps employees navigate inaccessible documents and tasks on the job. •  Luna  – Smart glasses designed for people with night blindness, using a light-sensitive camera to brighten surroundings and restore independence in low-light environments. • Mesmo Technologies – Their  Bridge Captioning  solution provides real-time captions for phone calls on des…

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