How to avoid the bogus app trap on the iOS App Store

Bogus apps targeting shoppers have found their way onto Apple's iOS App Store, putting users at risk right before the holiday season. 

These apps supposedly imitate legitimate services from companies like Foot Locker and Nordstrom, harvesting personal information or credit card numbers from users, or even locking down their devices and then demanding a ransom to restore access. 

But don't freak out: Apple's doing what it can to purge these bogus apps, and avoiding them to begin with is easy.

Look out for obvious errors

Before you rush to slam that download button, scan an app's page for any glaring mistakes. These apps are frequently developed internationally, which means you might notice odd characters, spelling errors or strange grammar in an app's name or description. Read more...