U.S. Seeks to Delay Apple Hearing Over Terrorist's iPhone

The government is exploring a third-party method to unlock an iPhone without Apple's help, potentially avoiding a legal battle. The FBI needs time to test this method, leading to a postponed court hearing. Apple argues the government hasn't exhausted all options, a point echoed by lawmakers. A status report is expected on April 5th to determine the method's success.

What is the government's new approach to unlocking the iPhone?

• Using a new software update

• Using Apple's assistance

• A method suggested by a third party

• Hacking into the phone directly

What has Apple argued regarding the government's efforts?

• Apple is willing to help without court orders

• The government should not unlock the phone

• The government has not exhausted all options

• The government has tried all possible methods

What did security experts suggest about the case?

• There are no other ways to unlock the phone

• Apple should be forced to help

• There are alternative methods to unlock the phone

• The case should be dismissed

What is the government requesting from the court?

• A new judge for the case

• A delay in the hearing

• To drop the case entirely

• Immediate assistance from Apple

When is the government expected to report back on the new method?

• March 5th

• April 5th

• May 5th

• June 5th