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Apple has a history of only allowing one way to use, connect and wirelessly share files between devices such as iPhones and Macs: its way. That might all change soon, as the European Commission's Digital Markets Act (DMA) now requires third-party alternatives to tools such as AirDrop. The Cupertino giant's response implies that it might simply take them away instead.

AngelQ has launched a free web browser for Apple iOS that uses AI to safeguard children from online predators, harmful content, and social media dangers. Parents can monitor their children's digital experiences to better guide their development.

"Taptic Buttons" are back on Apple's drawing board, , according to a new report. This time, they are allegedly destined for next-gen Apple Watches and iPads as well as iPhones. The new kind of physical control is reportedly pressure-sensitive and potentially more versatile, and allegedly integrate haptics to inform the user experience.

Spotted in the latest beta release, a new WhatsApp option could soon let you log out of the service without needing to delete your chats or data.

Apple iPad users will soon be able to purchase original spare parts and tools for repairing their tablet directly from Apple, as the tech giant has now just added the first iPad models to its self-service repair program.

Popular messaging app WhatsApp is now available on the Apple iPad and, in addition to the multitasking features of the tablet, also supports the most important features of the smartphone app, including video calls with up to 32 people.

Apple is reportedly set to replace Game Center with a new gaming app across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV.

Apple is preparing a major redesign for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. Inspired by visionOS, the new interface is expected to unify Apple’s software platforms.

According to recent reports, Apple is working intensively on the integration of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) to enable new ways of interacting with devices. The goal is to control Apple products such as the iPhone or Vision Pro via neuronal signals recorded by brain implants. This could transform the accessibility of digital technology, especially for people with severe physical disabilities.

Ugreen touts its FineTracker line of accessories as an affordable alternative to Apple's AirTags, with the same Find My certification and Bluetooth connectivity. Both variants have prolonged battery life and are equipped with 80 decibel (dB) alarms. They are now listed on Amazon with limited-time deals.

The NotebookLM app for mobile devices is on the horizon, and ahead of its release later this month, Google has opened pre-registrations on the App Store and Play Store. The app will have several of the features of the web version including the ability to upload a variety of sources.

Apple has made some changes to its developer guidelines allowing them to add external purchase links. These changes are particularly for the US storefront and Apple has begrudgingly made these changes as it plans on appealing the April 30 ruling.

iOS users rejoice as Fortnite is returning to the App Store in the US next week (May 5 to May 12). Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has promised to drop litigation if Apple removes its 30% tax worldwide.

The gap between desktop and mobile looks to be closing even further. A new leak suggests that the iPhone 17 series will feature display output and a desktop mode, similar to what is already available on Android, while iPadOS 19 will further expand on Stage Manager with a macOS-like feature set.

An iPhone or iPad can be a surprisingly satisfying way to play Nintendo games. After the release of AltStore Classic, there are fewer roadblocks to installing a Switch emulator. Only EU gamers can easily install AltStore PAL, which is necessary to benefit from the unofficial app store.

CheckMag The market for ultra-portables that bridge the gap between a decent desktop and media consumption has dwindled to almost nothing. A space now dominated by iPads and Android tablets with terrible multitasking, file management and mobile browsers. But once you get rid of Windows, the Surface Go can still be a compelling option.

Last year's Apple iPad Air 11 (2024) is back on sale at its record-low price on Amazon. With 512 GB of storage, an Apple M2 SoC, and a color-accurate Liquid Retina display, the Apple iPad Air 11 Gen 6 on sale is an excellent everyday tablet for work and play.

According to a new report from a reliable Apple analyst, Apple hopes to make iPadOS more like macOS with the release of iPadOS 19. From multitasking improvements to refined app window management, iPadOS 19 is shaping up as a substantial OS update when it launches later this year.

Apple’s first two foldable devices could arrive next year as progress on their development has been reported by an analyst. The larger 18.8-inch MacBook-iPad hybrid device is said to run macOS, but with a touch interface.

Instagram head confirms that the Meta-owned company is finally working on a problem that has plagued iPad users since 2010, after previously claiming that there weren't enough users to justify the development cost.

Apple's last-gen base model iPad has received an attractive price cut on Amazon. Some of its key specs include an Apple A14 SoC, a 10.9-inch screen and a USB-C port.

Reports of Apple abandoning the iPad Mini in favor of a foldable iPhone are inaccurate, a new leak claims. Supposedly, the development of the next-gen iPad Mini is well underway, with early information on the OLED tablet now surfacing in the wild.

AirPods Max with USB-C owners will have to wait longer than expected to try out lossless, ultra-low-latency audio. This feature was supposed to arrive with iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4, all of which were released on March 31.

It doesn't always have to be the most expensive of its kind, as the differences between the Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) and the top-of-the-range iPad Pro are not so great. With an older processor generation and a not-so-bright IPS screen, it is still a fantastic tablet for almost any scenario.

ESR asserts that its Rebound Keyboard Case series are the best accessories for those with the latest iPads. They are backed to keep the new tablets at ergonomically optimal angles, and have backlit keys rated to stay on for up to two weeks per charge. The newer 360 variant leverages its magnetic feature to hold an iPad Air up in either portrait or landscape mode.

Delta, a popular game console emulator for iOS, will receive an update on Monday, March 31st. This update will bring online multiplayer functionality for the Nintendo DS core to the public release. This feature has been locked behind the Patreon-linked beta version of Delta.

A SIM card found in an iPad Mini that was submerged for five years in the River Thames had evidence that helped solve a six-year-long investigation. The perpetrators were found guilty and will be sentenced on April 25.

The Extrack app separates vocal and instrument performances from a song, allowing musicians to select any track to play along like a band member. Chord progressions are automatically displayed, simplifying learning of guitar and piano parts.

Moft has launched a kickstarter for its Dynamic Folio, a family of iPad cases with a cover that can be folded into a variety of configurations to prop the attached tablet at different angles. The project is currently fully funded at 1575% of its goal as of press time.

Siri can’t seem to answer a simple question like “what month is it” or open apps that are already installed on the device. Hopefully, Apple Intelligence updates that are expected in the coming year will fix these issues.

Despite being announced roughly two weeks ago, the new M3 iPad Air is already on sale at Amazon for its lowest historical price. This sale applies to both the 11-inch and 13-inch models, and across all storage options. The sale only applies to Wi-Fi only models; M3 iPad Airs with cellular modems are not currently discounted.

Apple may be working on the slimmest iPhone yet as the rumored iPhone 17 Air is expected to be just 5.5mm thick. However, the massive camera bar might just bump that to 9.5mm.

Apple is expected to launch a foldable iPhone next year but the company also has its sights set on a foldable tablet. This device, which could be branded as the iPad Pro Fold, will debut as an ultra-premium offering and could arrive with a gigantic 18.8-inch display.

Apple's entry-level iPad recently got refreshed but many of the features are the same as that of the previous generation which is now on sale. With a nearly $100 price cut, the iPad 10 makes for a nice affordable and powerful tablet for adults and kids alike.

The new entry-level iPad arrives with a more powerful chip and more base storage for the same starting price. It also loses a key feature available on its predecessor.

The iPad Air has finally received its annual refresh. It now comes with an Apple M3 chip with a nerfed 9-core GPU and the same 8-core CPU. Apple has also shown off two Magic Keyboards that should help transform the iPad Air into a somewhat competent productivity machine.

Both Amazon and Best Buy are cutting the price on Apple's 10th Gen iPad by $70, representing a 20% discount. The tablet features Apple's A14 Bionic CPU, 4 GB of RAM, and 64 GB of storage.

Apple has announced that its UK-based users can no longer enable Advanced Data Protection. The opt-in feature added end-to-end encryption to your iCloud backup, and users who switched it on will have to disable it to continue using iCloud.

Apple has big plans in store for the upcoming months, including the M4 MacBook Air, which has already been in mass production for weeks, as well a smart home hub, new AirTags, and the M5 iPad Pro. A report from a reliable source has now revealed a possible launch timeline for many Apple products.

The 6th-gen Apple iPad Air 13 with a 13-inch Liquid Retina display, 8 GB of RAM, and 128 GB of storage can now be yours for 13% less than the list price. The tablet is a highly rated, as it nails features like craftsmanship, performance, display quality, and battery life.

The Planck is a downsized SSD that provides desktop-level storage capacity and speeds. Using a USB 3.2 Gen 2 connection, it's capable of blazing-fast file transfers and real-time ProRes 4K recording on iPhone Pro/Max models. Buyers can now back the Planck on its Kickstarter.

The tablet market recovered in 2024: over 147 million tablets were sold in total, with Huawei and Xiaomi in particular recording significant growth. Apple remains the undisputed market leader, shipping more than twice as many tablets as Samsung.

Apple CEO Tim Cook now hails the company's last three months as "our best quarter ever", with global net sales of a record-breaking $124.3 billion. iPhones (somewhat unsurprisingly) accounted for nearly 56% of that revenue, while iPads contributed the least. Apple's earnings per share (EPS) also hit all-time highs for the quarter.

Both sizes of the M2 iPad Air are on sale over at Amazon, dropped back to their lowest prices. This includes most storage capacities for both the 11-inch and 13-inch models.