A black dot with a green or orange light suddenly popped up on many iPhone screens after the iOS 18.4 update. It shows up in only two situations.

Phone users, be aware of new privacy indicators! A green dot signals camera use, while orange means your microphone is active. These vital alerts, now near the Dynamic Island, warn of unauthorized app ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kate O’Flaherty is a cybersecurity and privacy journalist. Since upgrading to iOS 18.4, have you noticed a black dot at the top of ...

If you use an iPhone, you may have noticed small green or orange lights near the Dynamic Island or status bar during calls or ...