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iPad Pro pictured with Magic Keyboard (Image Source: Unsplash)

4 gamechanging keyboard shortcuts that every iPad user should know

Ready to level up your iPad workflow? These indispensable keyboard shortcuts will have you navigating iPadOS like a true whiz in no time. We are sharing handy key combos that will have you asking “What’s a computer?” all over agai...

Brahm Shank, 31 Jan 2022 18:49

iOS 15.4 will feature plenty of upgrades for the iPhone 13 series. (Image source: Apple)

Apple to bring 120 Hz upgrades, Face ID with a mask and vaccination passes to iPhones with iOS 15.4

Apple has unveiled the first iOS 15.4 beta, following the public release of iOS 15.3. The inaugural iOS 15.4 beta brings a few new features to iPhones, such as third-party support for ProMotion displays, currently restricted to th...

Alex Alderson, 28 Jan 2022 17:14

iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3 are rolling out now to multiple devices. (Image source: Apple)

Apple releases new iOS and iPadOS updates to address ten security issues

Apple has started rolling out iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3 to multiple devices. The two OS updates contain fixes for at least ten security issues but lack any new features or changes. iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3 are large updates too, co...

Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2022 15:37

These four apps will change the way you use your Apple Watch (Image sources: Apple App Store/Edited)

4 Apple Watch apps that are actually worth it.

While Apple Watch became the number one best selling watch in the world, surpassing Rolex back in 2017, the smartwatch still feels very much like a unique utility for Apple enthusiasts. Here are four amazing apps that casual users...

Brahm Shank, 25 Jan 2022 19:19

The iPhone SE 3 will sport a newer design but this year's iPhone SE model is expected to look quite similar to the iPhone 8. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

iPhone SE 3: 5.7-inch AMOLED and 2023 launch potentially on the cards for Apple's compact phone

Apple's upcoming iPhone SE 3 will not be launched this year. A new leak now claims it could debut in 2023 rather than 2024 and could do so with a 5.7-inch AMOLED. Apple will launch an iPhone SE model this year, though, but it coul...

Ricci Rox, 18 Jan 2022 00:23

Safari on macOS and iOS 15 suffers from a serious privacy violation bug. (Image Source: Apple)

Unpatched Safari 15 bug on macOS, iOS 15, and iPadOS 15 found to expose browsing history and Google account info

A major bug exists in Safari 15 that can put user-privacy at risk. The IndexedDB API bug, which affects Safari users on macOS, iOS 15, and iPadOS 15, violates the same-origin policy that prevents websites accessing information fro...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 17 Jan 2022 13:24

The iPad Air 5's design will likely not differ significantly from the iPad Air (2020) pictured here (Image source: Apple)

Apple may be prepping the new iPad Air 5, featuring an A15 processor and enhanced Center Stage front cam, with a 2022 launch timeframe

According to sources at Mac Otakara, Apple could be set to launch a new iPad Air 5 model, outfitted with a 5nm A15 SoC and an enhanced camera. The display and chassis may not be upgraded over the current-gen iPad Air, however.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 17 Jan 2022 02:33

Not all of these iPhones would be on iOS 15, statistically speaking. (Source: Apple)

iOS 15 is beaten by its predecessor in terms of adoption to date

The latest software versions for iPhones and iPads were announced about half a year ago now, and have been found to be installed on about 70% and 60% of their compatible devices released over the last 4 years respectively. However...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jan 2022 19:24

Telegram has been targeted by censorship for a while now (Source: MUO)

Telegram could be banned all over the European Union

Pointing out the undeniable fact that it is being used extensively by extremist groups, Germany aims to shut down Telegram across the country, and even across the entire European Union. In addition to death threats against officia...

Column by Codrut Nistor, 14 Jan 2022 16:38

Versions 15.2.1 of iPadOS and iOS are rolling out now. (Image source: Apple)

Apple releases iPadOS 15.2.1 and iOS 15.2.1 to address a long-standing security flaw for both operating systems

Apple has rolled out new updates for iPadOS and iOS, both aimed at addressing a long-standing security flaw and an issue with sending photos using an iCloud Link. iOS 15.2.1 should fix a bug that made some third-party CarPlay apps...

Alex Alderson, 13 Jan 2022 14:58

Apple lauds the success of its services in 2021. (Source: Apple)

Apple reveals it paid ~US$60 billion to developers in 2021

Now that 2022 is in full swing, Apple has released a summary of its services and how they have "enriched" lives during the previous year. This includes claims that the developers who make apps for its systems made about US$60 bill...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jan 2022 22:26

The third-generation Apple iPhone SE 3 is expected to get a processor upgrade. (Image concept source: 4RMD)

Rumored 2022 Apple events: Spring launch for the iPhone SE 5G and June landing for iOS 16 and macOS 13

Apple may have two launch events before the first half of the year is over according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. A spring event could feature a 5G-capable iPhone SE that may or may not be the iPhone SE 3 while the WWDC 2022 event ...

Daniel R Deakin, 10 Jan 2022 18:01

PayPal is reportedly considering the release of its own stablecoin

PayPal has indicated to the media that it is currently "exploring" the prospect of its very own stablecoin (a form of cryptocurrency pegged to the value of fiat or a commodity standard). This announcement follows the discovery of ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jan 2022 18:55

CES 2022 | Abbott's next-gen biowearables are rated to turn your smartphone into an enhanced personal bio-tracking system

Abbott's best-known consumer products might be the FreeStyle line of blood glucose-monitoring "biowearables". Now, the biomedical OEM has announced that it will expand this category with new tracking prowess. This Lingo series of ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jan 2022 18:31

Apple has deleted all references to its CSAM initiative. (Image source: Jeremy Bezanger)

Apple pulls controversial CSAM plans to scan the Photos app in iOS and iPadOS for nude pictures of children from its website

Rumour had it that Apple would integrate CSAM scans within iOS 15.2 and iPad 15.2, released earlier this week. However, the company has now deleted all references to these plans on its website, indicating that the feature has been...

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2021 17:11

iOS is one of five operating systems that Apple has updated today. (Image source: Apple)

HomePod 15.2, iOS 15.2, iPadOS 15.2 and watchOS 8.3 begin rolling out across Apple devices

Apple has released HomePod 15.2, iOS 15.2, iPadOS 15.2 and watchOS 8.3. The four updates bring several new features to eligible devices, including the new Apple Music Voice subscription. There is no equivalent update for tvOS, tho...

Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 12:35

The purported foldable iPhone could arrive as early as 2023 (Image source: MacRumors)

Apple could launch a foldable iPhone as early as 2023, if it's able to solve "key technology issues"

According to a Display Supply Chain report, Apple could release a foldable iPhone as early as 2024, though "key technology and production issues" could push things into the year after.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 14 Dec 2021 01:31

Apple's new Messages update might act like this. (Source: Bloomberg)

iOS 15.2 is the update in which Apple will start to roll its anti-CSAM system out

iOS 15.2 is the next upcoming version of Apple's proprietary software for iPhones. According to a prominent industry correspondent, it is the one that will start adding features intended to prevent abusive content reaching a child...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Dec 2021 22:07

Kokoon announces a general launch for the sleep-focused Nightbuds

The Kokoon Nightbuds are a pair of (technically) wireless earbuds specifically designed to wear in bed. They are rated by their OEM to track and enhance sleep through a combination of hardware such as an in-built heart-rate sensor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Dec 2021 21:49

WhatsApp tests payments in crypto for US users

WhatsApp has started a new pilot program that allows those located in the United States to transfer cryptocurrency via its service. The initiative only involves a small pool of users and one coin in its present form, as well as a ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Dec 2021 19:08

Nothing's "new" new ear (1) versions. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing announces advance release info for its ear (1) Black Edition

Nothing had already revealed that the new, black versions of its inaugural ear (1) TWS buds would be sold through its own website from December 13, 2021. However, the OEM has also now stated that the new variants will also be avai...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2021 17:38

Call of Duty Warzone could hit mobile devices sometime in 2022

UPDATED | Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile reportedly in the works for a 2022 release

Industry insider Tom Henderson stumbled upon mentions of Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile on a database. Little more is known about it other than the fact that it could be unveiled in 2022. UPDATE: PlaytestCloud confirms that the list...

Anil Ganti, 07 Dec 2021 14:14

Tile is about to become a part of Life360. (Source: Life360)

Tile is to become part of Life360 as part of a US$200+ million deal

The Life360 has announced that it will acquire Tile, buying the company out for just over $205 million. The acquisition has the potential to expand and streamline the location-tracking features involved in the services offered by ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Nov 2021 19:50

One of WhatsApp's latest features is on its way to Android. (Source: WhatsApp)

WhatsApp rolls reaction notifications on Android out via a new beta

Want to know if your WhatsApp message has attracted one of the platform's new Discord-esque reactions? Unfortunately, if you're on your Android device, you can't. However, the Facebook-owned service is now working on this, and is ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Nov 2021 22:45

Apple's recent iPhones have received an update to fix call drop issues. (Image source: Apple)

Apple releases iOS 15.1.1 to select iPhones globally

Apple has released a small update for iOS 15, building on iOS 15.1 that it issued last month. iOS 15.1.1 fixes a specific bug, but only for recent iPhones. iOS 15.1.1 likely arrives a week or two before iOS 15.2 debuts.

Alex Alderson, 18 Nov 2021 17:51

iOS 15.2, the latest incremental update to iOS offers a handful of new features, and Beta 3 addresses outstanding bugs (Image source: Apple)

Apple rolls out iOS and iPadOS 15.2 beta 3 to developers, featuring incremental bugfixes and tweaks

Developers participating in the iOS 15.2 beta program are now able to download beta 3, featuring incremental upgrades and minor bugfixes.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 16 Nov 2021 21:18

The ear (1) buds might get a new look soon. (Source: Nothing)

Rumor | Nothing plans to release its ear (1) buds in a new colorway

Carl Pei's new start-up Nothing has but one product to its name so far: the ear (1) TWS earbuds. The active noise-cancelling (ANC)-enabled wearables have had only one SKU since their launch. Now, however, they are slated to releas...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2021 18:34

Google Chrome 96 now available for all platforms

In a rather silent move, Google introduced Chrome 96 on all platforms. However, it looks like this new piece of code is all about under-the-hood changes. The update will roll out to all devices in the coming weeks and — at least f...

Codrut Nistor, 16 Nov 2021 16:09

Instagram's upcoming "Take a Break" feature could help you focus on other things in life (Image source: Instagram)

Instagram's upcoming "Take a Break" feature could encourage you to use the app (and your phone) less

In an attempt to combat "doomscrolling," Instagram is set to launch a new feature called "Take a Break," which encourages users to periodically take breaks from the app after a set amount of time.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 11 Nov 2021 11:53

New State features enhanced graphics and a host of new gameplay options (Image source: Krafton)

PUBG: New State finally launches, delivering a next-gen update to the classic battle royale game on mobile

PUBG: New State, the hotly anticipated successor to the original PUBG, has launched officially on Android and iOS in over 200 countries and territories. New State sports significantly enhanced graphics, larger maps, and a futurist...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 11 Nov 2021 11:35

HiBy FC5 USB DAC/headphone amp (Source: HiBy)

The flagship USB DAC/headphone amp HiBy FC5 is now available for purchase

The HiRes certified FC5 USB DAC/headphone amp by HiBy supports MQA and features a 4.4 mm balanced output with 125 mW output power. The hardware inside the sleek metal body of the FC5 includes the ES9281 Pro DAC, dual ES9603Q headp...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2021 22:57

An iPhone 13 Pro goes into anti-repair mode. (Source: Hugh Jeffreys via YouTube)

Apple backs away from controversial iPhone 13 screen replacement procedure that breaks Face ID

Apple has decided to issue an update that will make iPhone 13 screen replacements a lot easier. Currently, iPhone 13 screen replacements break Face ID if the microcontroller attached to the old screen isn’t transferred to the new ...

Fawad Murtaza, 10 Nov 2021 20:41

Pokemon GO creator, Niantic, envisions a "real-world metaverse" as it releases an AR Developer Kit

Niantic, famous for developing games like Pokemon GO, has released an Augmented Reality Developer Kit (ARDK) for people who want to build AR games. The ARDK is available for free and allows developers to build upon Niantic's core ...

Fawad Murtaza, 09 Nov 2021 20:42

BAT value in the last week, Brave Browser inks deal with Solana Labs (Source: CoinMarketCap)

Brave Browser joins forces with Solana Labs, blockchain integration coming next year

By joining forces with the fastest blockchain in the world, Brave Browser is planning to provide the best-in-class wallet features to its desktop and mobile browsers starting in the first half of 2022. However, the company will co...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Nov 2021 13:25

Netflix streams games as well as shows now. (Source: Netflix)

Netflix is slated to pose the next big threat to Apple's App Store monopoly

Netflix has started to offer games as well as conventional content on Android. It is now also projected to do the same on iOS - however, there is an obstacle in the way of these alleged plans, and it is, of course, Apple's policy ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Nov 2021 22:33

Firefox 93 to Firefox 94 update notification (Source: Own)

Firefox 94 now available with Colorways, site isolation, and more

Today, Mozilla unleashed Firefox 94.0 for desktop users across all relevant platforms, but also for Android devices. The list of new features and noticeable enhancements includes Colorways, site isolation enabled by default, as we...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Nov 2021 18:03

Apple's privacy policy changes have cost social media companies almost US$10 billion.

Apple's controversial privacy policy changes have cost almost US$10 billion to social media companies

Apple's App Tracking Transparency (ATT) policy that requires apps to ask for users' permission before collecting their data has cost social media companies US$9.85 billion. Social media sites including Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter,...

Fawad Murtaza, 01 Nov 2021 22:06

Offers a lot of performance in a compact format: The Apple iPhone 13 mini

Apple iPhone 13 mini: As compact as high-end allows

In many aspects, the iPhone 13 mini features the same hardware as the larger model, and its performance is similar as well. However, the 5.4-inch screen turns out to be a tad too small at times.

Mike Wobker, 30 Oct 2021 06:58

The Google Pixel 6 Pro vs. Apple iPhone 11 or Tensor vs. A13 Bionic. (Image source: Google/Apple - edited)

Google Tensor outpaced by iPhone 11's A13 Bionic chip on Geekbench but this is comparing Apples with Pixels

A Geekbench comparison between a Google Pixel 6 Pro and an Apple iPhone XS Max has been grabbing attention due to the apparent failure of the Tensor chip against the three-year-old Apple A12 Bionic. In fairer terms, the Pixel 6 Pr...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Oct 2021 21:52

Amazfit releases its latest smartwatches for sale via Walmart

Walmart now has new listings for Amazfit smartwatches; however, they are not for the latest GTR/GTS 3 series, but for the popular health and fitness tech brand's latest "performance" wearables, the Bip U Pro included. They start a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2021 14:59

A white-hat hacker reportedly takes just 1 second to jailbreak an iPhone 13 Pro

A "white hat" has reportedly jailbroken an iPhone 13-series unit in what might be record time and to the highest level of access. Furthermore, this exploit was apparently done remotely, and allowed the hacker in question to access...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Oct 2021 22:10

Genshin Impact has a new iOS version. (Source: miHoYo)

Genshin Impact updates with 120fps support - on iOS alone

miHoYo has announced a new chapter for its flagship game Genshin Impact, coming to iOS via a new update. This 2.2 iteration adds a number of new assets and stories - not to mention 120fps support for "some devices". Meanwhile, the...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Oct 2021 20:54

The reported voice note pausing feature could be a valuable quality-of-life improvement (Image source: WhatsApp)

Tipster hints that WhatsApp could soon add a pause feature when you record voice notes

Tipster @WABetaInfo indicated that WhatsApp could soon feature a major quality-of-life improvement: users may soon be able to pause voice notes while recording them, instead of having to delete and start from scratch every time th...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 11 Oct 2021 17:22

The latest update to Hallide II brings macro photography to older iPhones. (Image: Halide)

Halide II camera app adds iPhone 13 Pro-style Macro Mode to older iPhone models with a Neural Engine

Halide has updated its popular camera app for the iPhone with a new macro mode. The functionality is similar to one of the marquee camera features on the new iPhone 13 Pro models giving owners of older iPhones an opportunity to sn...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 07 Oct 2021 12:10

Some iPad mini 6 owners are now complaining about display distortion and discoloration. (Image: Apple)

Some new iPad mini 6 owners complaining of display flickering and discoloration, adding to earlier complaints of 'jelly scrolling'

Apple’s new iPad mini 6 has garnered a lot of positive reviews on launch. However, some users have noted a potential new issue emerging with their displays in addition to the previously reported ‘jelly scrolling’ problem.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 06 Oct 2021 13:37

The iPhone 13 Pro models feature a more sophisticated implementation of variable refresh rate technology. (Image: Apple)

Apple iPhone 13 Pro 120 Hz implementation differs from the competition by adjusting to touch input

Apple’s new iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max smartphones are the first from the company to feature a 120 Hz refresh rate that it markets as ‘ProMotion’. Like competing displays from Samsung (which also supplies the iPhone 13 Pr...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Oct 2021 06:03

iOS

4 gamechanging keyboard shortcuts that every iPad user should know

Apple to bring 120 Hz upgrades, Face ID with a mask and vaccination passes to iPhones with iOS 15.4

Apple releases new iOS and iPadOS updates to address ten security issues

4 Apple Watch apps that are actually worth it.

iPhone SE 3: 5.7-inch AMOLED and 2023 launch potentially on the cards for Apple's compact phone

Unpatched Safari 15 bug on macOS, iOS 15, and iPadOS 15 found to expose browsing history and Google account info

Apple may be prepping the new iPad Air 5, featuring an A15 processor and enhanced Center Stage front cam, with a 2022 launch timeframe

iOS 15 is beaten by its predecessor in terms of adoption to date

Telegram could be banned all over the European Union

Apple releases iPadOS 15.2.1 and iOS 15.2.1 to address a long-standing security flaw for both operating systems

Apple reveals it paid ~US$60 billion to developers in 2021

Rumored 2022 Apple events: Spring launch for the iPhone SE 5G and June landing for iOS 16 and macOS 13

PayPal is reportedly considering the release of its own stablecoin

CES 2022 | Abbott's next-gen biowearables are rated to turn your smartphone into an enhanced personal bio-tracking system

Apple pulls controversial CSAM plans to scan the Photos app in iOS and iPadOS for nude pictures of children from its website

HomePod 15.2, iOS 15.2, iPadOS 15.2 and watchOS 8.3 begin rolling out across Apple devices

Apple could launch a foldable iPhone as early as 2023, if it's able to solve "key technology issues"

iOS 15.2 is the update in which Apple will start to roll its anti-CSAM system out

Kokoon announces a general launch for the sleep-focused Nightbuds

WhatsApp tests payments in crypto for US users

Nothing announces advance release info for its ear (1) Black Edition

UPDATED | Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile reportedly in the works for a 2022 release

Tile is to become part of Life360 as part of a US$200+ million deal

WhatsApp rolls reaction notifications on Android out via a new beta

Apple releases iOS 15.1.1 to select iPhones globally

Apple rolls out iOS and iPadOS 15.2 beta 3 to developers, featuring incremental bugfixes and tweaks

Rumor | Nothing plans to release its ear (1) buds in a new colorway

Google Chrome 96 now available for all platforms

Instagram's upcoming "Take a Break" feature could encourage you to use the app (and your phone) less

PUBG: New State finally launches, delivering a next-gen update to the classic battle royale game on mobile

The flagship USB DAC/headphone amp HiBy FC5 is now available for purchase

Apple backs away from controversial iPhone 13 screen replacement procedure that breaks Face ID

Pokemon GO creator, Niantic, envisions a "real-world metaverse" as it releases an AR Developer Kit

Brave Browser joins forces with Solana Labs, blockchain integration coming next year

Netflix is slated to pose the next big threat to Apple's App Store monopoly

Firefox 94 now available with Colorways, site isolation, and more

Apple's controversial privacy policy changes have cost almost US$10 billion to social media companies

Apple iPhone 13 mini: As compact as high-end allows

90% Apple iPhone 13 mini in review: Powerful and ultracompact

Google Tensor outpaced by iPhone 11's A13 Bionic chip on Geekbench but this is comparing Apples with Pixels

The Apple MacBook Pro 14 M1 has arrived and reveals some problems

Amazfit releases its latest smartwatches for sale via Walmart

A white-hat hacker reportedly takes just 1 second to jailbreak an iPhone 13 Pro

TaoTronics SoundLiberty Pro P10 ANC Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TWS Earbuds hands-on and review

91% Apple iPhone 13 Pro Review - Bombastic smartphone with minor weaknesses

Genshin Impact updates with 120fps support - on iOS alone

Tipster hints that WhatsApp could soon add a pause feature when you record voice notes

Halide II camera app adds iPhone 13 Pro-style Macro Mode to older iPhone models with a Neural Engine

Some new iPad mini 6 owners complaining of display flickering and discoloration, adding to earlier complaints of 'jelly scrolling'

Apple iPhone 13 Pro 120 Hz implementation differs from the competition by adjusting to touch input

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