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I got a message telling me to download an app now from the app store because my battery and iPhone were infected by a virus and malware that was detected.

iPhone 5, iOS 10

Posted on Jan 27, 2021 1:51 PM

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Posted on Jan 27, 2021 1:54 PM

All such messages are scams from criminals. Never, never, never download anything based on a popup message. Close the offending page and avoid sites that are involved in such bogus advertising tactics.


Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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Jan 27, 2021 1:54 PM in response to Mfitzgerald1949

All such messages are scams from criminals. Never, never, never download anything based on a popup message. Close the offending page and avoid sites that are involved in such bogus advertising tactics.


Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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