Apple’s Mac security is so good, it’s sending used M1 MacBooks to the scrap heap

Re:Apple’s Mac security is so good, it’s sending used M1 Mac... by frumper on Friday January 27, 2023 @10:24AM (#34547024)

You are in control. You attaching your account to it is what is bricking it for anyone else. You can always remove your account from it and hand it to another entity. The only thing Apple is doing in these cases is saying no to letting someone else remove your account/mdm association.

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Re:Apple’s Mac security is so good, it’s sending used M1 Mac... by amelius on Friday January 27, 2023 @10:25AM (#34547040)

No, Apple is clearly in control by being the only possible provider of accounts.

For example I could run my own account/password system, and lock my own phone if it is stolen. Or transfer that right to another organization.

Saying that "vendor can remotely brick the phone" is the only way to have this functionality is not true.

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Re:Apple’s Mac security is so good, it’s sending used M1 Mac... by frumper on Friday January 27, 2023 @11:02AM (#34547507)

Good thing I didn't say anything about the vendor locking the phone is the only way. Apple designed their system and yes, they do have control. It's also a good thing that Apple has delegated the ability for you to lock/unlock your own phone when you want.

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