What is it? Activation lock is a feature designed to secure and protect your personal data if your device becomes lost or stolen. When you start the initial setup of a device, it will contact the manufacturer’s activation server to verify the device is eligible for...
Updated: Mar 23 The problem with traditional authentication In an era of increased cyber-attacks, especially on organizations, multi-factor authentication should be nonnegotiable. Multi-factor authentication secures identity and is essential for strong security. In...
Updated: Mar 23 We’ve all heard it, in the news and in the ads: 5G is here. But what is 5G, exactly? 5G, as in the fifth generation of mobile technology, promises faster speed, better reliability, and wider coverage. But the benefits of 5G come with some very...
Updated: Mar 23 Our Shootout Series takes one important MDM feature and tests it in our lab. What is it? Location services is an MDM feature that tracks the whereabouts of mobile devices through satellite signals, cell towers, hotspots, and WiFi networks....
Updated: Mar 23 With the rise in work-from-home and the mobile worker comes an increased desire to find a better way to manage mobile devices. Unfortunately, the promises of the MDM/UEM hype may not all be fulfilled. Here are some MDM myths – previously covered...
Updated: Mar 23 We take/use our mobile phones everywhere we go. In fact, a study by Dscout found that the average cell phone user touches their phone 2,617 times every day, leading to a buildup of bacteria. Therefore, it is imperative that we take care of them and...
Updated: Mar 23 We are often asked: which MDM is the best MDM? We at LINQ can help you evaluate this question, but first it’s important to understand that mobile device management is not “one-size-fits-all” software. Therefore, it is important to...
Updated: Mar 23 Hey flip-phones, older smartphones/tablets, and various Internet of Things devices… It’s time to say goodbye. Ever since 2012, carriers have been hinting at the discontinuation of 3G services. Eight years later, in order to give users time...
