Pocket-lint Daily - iPhone ID error & Samsung A54 reviewed

All the tech daily! By Rik Henderson | Friday April 21 2023 - If you're enjoying the email, why not get a friend to sign up too, so they can also be in the know? Get them to [sign up here](. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Instagram]( [Website](  Is your iPhone constantly asking for your Apple ID? You're not alone POCKET-LINT What's happened? If you find that your [iPhone is asking you for your Apple ID password]( a lot more than it used to, don't panic - you aren't being hacked. You aren't alone, neither. Something's amiss, and people are reporting that they too are being forced to enter their Apple ID password more often than they should. Why does it matter? People have been reporting that they've been asked to enter their Apple ID password over and over for a little while now and there doesn't seem to be any particularly obvious reason as to why that might be. What's my take? This has been happening to us here at Pocket-lint too, with seemingly incessant requests to re-enter our Apple ID password just to be able to continue to use iCloud. However, you don't have to worry about hackers - it looks like it's a device level bug rather than anything malicious. And, while Apple is yet to comment on the problem, it is something that's likely to be fixed with a software update. Let's just hope it's soon.  Samsung Galaxy A54 5G review: Flagship looks, mid-range price POCKET-LINT What's happened? It's safe to say that - more than any other period in smartphone history - the past 2-3 years have seen smaller, more incremental updates. The gaps between new phone generations and the previous models are shrinking. And it's not just the flagships, the same is true in the mid-range market too. Visually, there's quite a big difference between the A54 and its predecessor, so that's something. It also has brighter, better display, but does it move the needle enough, or is this just a makeover for a pretty average mid-ranger? Our quick verdict The Galaxy A54 has a big, bright screen and a big battery, making it a great every-day device, although one which - on balance - seems more expensive than it should be. [Read our review](.  In Case You Missed it An [11-inch Surface Pro]( could be that perfect bridge between practical and fun. --- Acer lifts the lid on its [new Predator gaming laptops]( with glasses-free 3D options in the mix. --- There's $60 off the Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera today, [priced at $69.99 (was $129.99)](. You'll save 46% on this 130-degree wireless security camera, with colour 1080P night vision and two-way audio.  From The Gear Loop OSPREY The Gear Loop reveals the [best lightweight trekking backpacks]( for fast hikes without the shoulder pain.  And finally... POCKET-LINT If you're having problems with your Android phone, clearing the cache could work. [Here's how and why you should](.  Have you checked out our podcast? It's packed with news, interviews, and top things to get. You can subscribe to the Pocket-lint Podcast via [iTunes]( and [Spotify](,  or access it on the web via [Acast](. You can also [listen to the latest episode on our own website right here](. Thanks for reading - if you're enjoying the email, why not get a friend to sign up too, so they can also be in the know? Get them to [sign up here.]( [The Trust Project] [Why you can trust Pocket-lint]( You are subscribed to this email as {EMAIL}. Click here to modify your [preferences]( or [unsubscribe](.