Zoom brings two-factor authentication to all users

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Zoom is bringing two-factor authentication (2FA) to all its users, which can help stave off security breaches and "zoombombing." It can keep potential attackers away from taking over your account with stolen or recycled credentials since they need to have control of your mobile device, too. You can use 2FA with Zoom's web portal, desktop client, Zoom Room, and mobile app. It supports the time-based one-time password (TOTP), which means it works with apps like Google Authenticator, FreeOTP, and Microsoft Authenticator. It also works with different authentication methods like OAuth, password-based authentication, and SAML.

When you enable 2FA, the video conferencing app will require you to enter a one-time code from a mobile authenticator app, phone call, or SMS. There are slightly different procedures on enabling 2FA, depending on whether you're a business admin or individual user. You can view the detailed guide over at this link.

Source: Engadget

Apple gives 'indefinite extension' for Sign In with Apple on 'Fortnite'

Epic Games originally announced on September 9 that Fortnite was losing its Sign In with Apple feature on September 11. The said date came, and Epic released an update saying Apple is giving them an "indefinite extension" to use it. The developer still recommends preparing for its removal by signing in with an email address and password instead of relying on Sign In with Apple. The feature is similar to what Google and Facebook offer, where you're allowed to register/sign in to an account or service using your Apple ID. Apple promises it offers greater privacy with options like Hide My Email. 

It isn't clear why Apple decided to extend Epic's access to the feature given how their legal fight continues to escalate.

Source: MacRumors

Microsoft, Electronic Arts partner to bring EA Play access to Xbox Game Pass members for free

New Xbox Series X and Series S owners can take advantage of the new EA Play membership through Xbox Game Pass (Source: Microsoft)

A new partnership between Microsoft and Electronic Arts brings EA Play to Xbox Game Pass at no additional charge. Both Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC members get the free EA Play membership starting this holiday season. Ultimate members get to enjoy EA Play on the Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S, and Windows 10 PCs, while PC members get EA Play on Windows 10 machines.

Ultimate and PC members will be able to play over 60 of EA's biggest and best console and PC games like FIFA 20, Titanfall 2, and Need for Speed Heat, as well as titles from some of EA's most popular franchises like Battlefield, Mass Effect, Skate, and The Sims. Some of the best EA Play games will also be available to Ultimate members on their Android devices via the cloud. And Microsoft promises to add more titles for those who play on the PC. Game Pass for PC and the Xbox App will become generally available starting September 17.

Source: Xbox Wire

Xbox All Access is coming to Canada

Microsoft is expanding the availability of Xbox All Access beyond its current markets and bringing it to countries like Canada starting this holiday season. Those who are interested in getting the Xbox Series S need to pay US$24.99 per month for 24 months, while the Xbox Series X will cost US$34.99 per month for the same period. In Canada, Xbox All Access will be available through EB Games.

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