When you’re working in public, visual hacking is a real concern. Research shows that nearly 91% of visual hacking attempts succeed, often in less than 15 minutes. That means someone glancing at your screen can capture sensitive information quickly and quietly. A practical way to address this is to use a privacy screen on your laptop, monitor, or tablet. Targus Privacy Screens are filters that fit directly over your display and narrow the viewing angle so only the person sitting directly in front of the screen can see what’s on it. People off to the side see a darkened or obscured screen instead. Key benefits of using a privacy screen: - Helps protect confidential data from visual hacking in public or shared spaces - Reduces glare to make the screen more comfortable to view - Filters harmful blue light to support eye comfort over long work sessions - Includes antimicrobial protection on the surface for a cleaner, more hygienic screen You can choose from multiple sizes and attachment styles, including magnetic and adhesive options, to fit laptops, monitors, and tablets. The Targus Accessory Finder helps you quickly identify the right screen for your specific device model. Installation is straightforward: attach the magnetic or adhesive tabs, place the screen, and you’re ready to work with more privacy in just a few minutes. If you’d like a visual walkthrough, you can follow the Targus how-to video for step-by-step guidance.

Device theft is more common than many people realize and has a direct link to data breaches. A laptop is stolen every 53 seconds, and industry data shows that around 80% of data breaches involve a lost or stolen device. A 2025 Infosecurity Magazine report also notes that 41% of breaches stem from lost or stolen devices, outpacing ransomware incidents. To reduce this risk, it helps to combine smart habits with physical security tools: 1. Use a cable lock in shared spaces - Cable locks provide a visible, physical deterrent against theft. - Targus cable locks use cut-resistant steel cables and lock heads that are compatible with common security slots, including Kensington T-Bar, Kensington Nano, and Noble wedge. - You can choose between keyed and combination options depending on your preference. 2. Make setup part of your routine - Wrap the cable around a fixed, immovable object (like a table leg or anchor point). - Insert the lock head into your device’s security slot. - Secure it with your key or combination. - This process takes only a moment and helps protect your device if you need to step away briefly. 3. Choose the right lock for your device - Use the Targus Accessory Finder to match the correct lock to your laptop or docking station. - If you prefer visual guidance, you can follow the Targus demo video for step-by-step installation. By making cable locks part of your everyday setup in coworking spaces, cafés, airports, and offices, you help lower the chances of opportunistic theft and the potential data exposure that can follow.

Remote and hybrid work give you flexibility to work from almost anywhere, but they also increase exposure to risks like device theft, visual hacking, and data loss. These risks are not theoretical: a laptop is stolen every 53 seconds, and a large share of data breaches involve lost or stolen devices. A practical approach is to combine everyday habits with a few targeted tools: 1. Protect your screen from visual hacking - Use a privacy screen on laptops, monitors, and tablets to limit the viewing angle. - This helps prevent people nearby from seeing sensitive information, especially in airports, cafés, and coworking spaces. - As a bonus, privacy screens can reduce glare, filter blue light, and offer antimicrobial protection on the surface. 2. Physically secure your devices - Use a cable lock whenever you’re in a shared or public space, even if you plan to step away only briefly. - Targus cable locks with cut-resistant steel cables and compatible lock heads (Kensington T-Bar, Kensington Nano, Noble wedge) help deter quick grab-and-go theft. 3. Strengthen your network and account security - Use a VPN when you connect to public Wi-Fi to help protect data in transit. - Turn on multi-factor authentication (MFA) for your key accounts to add an extra layer of protection beyond passwords. 4. Standardize your setup - Encourage your team to make these steps part of their daily routine: attach the privacy screen, lock the device, connect via VPN, and use MFA. By reimagining your everyday work setup with these habits and Targus privacy and security solutions, you can support a work environment that is both flexible and better protected—whether you’re at home, in the office, or on the move.