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I can clearly see my neighbor down stairs trying to shut off my apps when I’m using them. He tried to figure out my password over and over again. I can see him doing these activities. How can I change or scramble my IP address on an iPad? That’s the only way I can think of that he’s able to get on my device when it’s open.

Posted on Oct 11, 2021 5:31 AM

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Posted on Oct 11, 2021 5:38 AM

Are you suggesting that your neighbour has remote access to your device - or something else?


Start here >>> If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support


If you have reason to believe that your neighbour knows your AppleID username - and may be attempting to guess your AppleID Password - your neighbour is unlikely to access your account if you are using a suitably strong Password. If you are also using two factor authentication to protect your AppleID account, your neighbour will not be able to gain access.

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Oct 11, 2021 5:38 AM in response to Sametra Murrell

Are you suggesting that your neighbour has remote access to your device - or something else?


Start here >>> If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support


If you have reason to believe that your neighbour knows your AppleID username - and may be attempting to guess your AppleID Password - your neighbour is unlikely to access your account if you are using a suitably strong Password. If you are also using two factor authentication to protect your AppleID account, your neighbour will not be able to gain access.

Oct 11, 2021 6:26 AM in response to Sametra Murrell

Are you using a shared or open community WiFi network? If so, it is possible that while some of your own network traffic may be encrypted, local network traffic on your shared WiFi network is being manipulated or blocked by another user of the same network - such as your neighbour.


A common vector that may be exploited is DNS - although there are other ways to disrupt your traffic. In such circumstances, take some solace in understanding that it is highly unlikely that anyone (including your neighbour) has remote access to your device.


A possible solution to “interference” is to use a commercial VPN product to shield your “local” network traffic from other users of the same WiFi network. If considering a VPN product, choose wisely. Avoid VPN services that claim to be free. VPN services cost money to run - and if you are not paying for the service, it is being monetised through some other means. Suffice to say these services should generally be avoided.



Oct 11, 2021 6:13 AM in response to LotusPilot

Yes Bc at night he is always trying to shut down my apps like I can see him doing it. I have video of on incident. I have changed passwords and use two factor identity. I’m saying it’s remote bc how else could he be able to try and stop me from watching or listening to things. At first he was using voice command and Siri. Now he’s actually able to stop what’s playing if my screen is unlocked.

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