In May of last year, Yubico opened up support for iOS devices by launching a new mobile software development kit (SDK) for developers - this was only possible on some devices from iOS 11 onwards - that enabled NFC support for iOS app developers for the first time. Similarly, you can plug one of the keys into an Android phone or use NFC to authenticate a session on mobile. On desktop, you can insert a little USB key into your Mac or Windows machine, and whenever you try to access an online account that requires 2FA, you just tap a button on the key. Ultimately, it’s all about minimizing the need to use passwords or follow traditional two-factor authentication (2FA) processes that involve 4-digit codes sent by SMS. By way of a quick recap, Yubico develops a range of portable authentication devices that promise enhanced security for myriad online accounts, including social networks and password management services. Additionally, the company launched an updated version of its entry-level blue Security Key, which now supports near-field communication (NFC). Demoing at CES 2019 in Las Vegas, the Swedish company formally unveiled YubiKey for Lightning in private preview - its first product that can physically connect to an iPhone or iPad without an adapter. Hardware-based authentication company Yubico today debuted two new security products.