Apple's NEW Passwords app (+ why I’m NOT using it)

About this video

• Video Title: Apple's NEW Passwords app (+ why I’m NOT using it)
• Channel: All Things Secured
• Speakers: Josh (implied from "My name's Josh with all things secured")
• Duration: 00:06:30

Overview

This video discusses Apple's new Passwords app introduced in iOS 18. The speaker, Josh, explains the app's features, its integration with existing Apple security measures like Keychain and Passkeys, and compares it to third-party password managers. While acknowledging the app's potential benefits for some users, Josh explains why he personally will not be using it due to missing features and security concerns, and offers recommendations for different user types.

Key takeaways

• New Passwords App: Apple has launched a dedicated Passwords app for iOS 18, which automatically appears after upgrading and offers functionality similar to third-party password managers.
• App Features: The app stores passwords, passkeys, two-factor authentication codes, and Wi-Fi network credentials. It utilizes Face ID or the device's passcode for access.
• Speaker's Concerns: Josh is not using the app due to its inability to store non-login information (like passport details or files), the security implication of using the phone's passcode as a backup for app access, and a preference for separation of security elements from a single company's ecosystem.
• Recommendations: The app is recommended for dedicated Apple users who don't currently use a password manager, as it simplifies adopting password storage and passkeys. However, users already invested in third-party password managers are advised to continue using them, as the Apple app lacks advanced features.