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Use your own gaming PC to play your games from anywhere (Source: NotebookCheck)

Forget the PlayStation Portal, here’s how to make a headless gaming PC and set up your own cloud gaming service

CheckMag You might ask what use a gaming PC is without a monitor, but the ability to store your PC in any room in the house and play games using any device you can attach a controller to does have its benefits. If you have a solid network ...

David Devey, 18 Feb 2024 20:37

Apple is severely restricting the range of functions of web apps. (Image: William Hook)

Apple iPhone loses access to progressive web apps, blames EU for deleted features

In March, the Apple iPhone will gain access to alternative app stores and browser engines, but will lose the ability to use progressive web apps. In this way, Apple is ensuring that it can collect a fee for downloading each app, w...

Hannes Brecher, 17 Feb 2024 23:56

Apple working on integrating AI with Xcode allowing code generation and completion (Image generated by DALL-E)

Apple's upcoming Xcode update set to revolutionize developer workflow with AI integration

Apple is reportedly developing an Xcode update inspired by GitHub's CoPilot - using AI to generate code from natural language prompts, potentially expediting app development. This aligns with Apple's broader effort to integrate AI...

Sambit Saha, 16 Feb 2024 18:05

iOS 17.3.1, iPadOS 17.3.1, watchOS 10.3.1, tvOS 17.3.1 and macOS 14.3.1 are available for download. (Image: Apple)

Apple releases iOS 17.3.1, iPadOS 17.3.1, watchOS 10.3.1, tvOS 17.3.1 and macOS 14.3.1

An update wave for Apple users: iOS 17.3.1, iPadOS 17.3.1, watchOS 10.3.1, tvOS 17.3.1 and macOS 14.3.1 have just been released. This means new updates for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and the like.

Marcus Schwarten, 08 Feb 2024 23:48

Tencent is reportedly working on a mobile version of Elden Ring (image via FromSoftware)

Elden Ring mobile: Tencent supposedly plans to make FromSoftware's RPG playable on smartphones

Industry insiders say that Elden Ring will soon be playable on smartphones. However, it is said to launch as a free-to-play title with microtransactions. There is no word about when it will launch, and sources say it'll be a while...

Anil Ganti, 07 Feb 2024 08:50

Apple bans iMessage accounts linked to Beeper app

Beeper, an app that allows Android users to access iMessage by linking their Apple accounts via a Mac, has halted iMessage connections after a handful of user accounts were banned by Apple. This comes almost two months after Beepe...

Sam Medley, 30 Jan 2024 18:23

iOS 18 may be roughly four months away from its public debut. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Recent Apple iPhones rumoured to receive one of their biggest software updates yet with iOS 18 release

Reportedly, iOS 18 is shaping up to be a substantial update for the iOS ecosystem. According to one typically well-informed Bloomberg editor, Apple is joining the bandwagon of companies leveraging AI to deliver software improvemen...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jan 2024 14:47

Opera One is coming to iOS. (Source: Opera)

Opera One for iOS hyped to bring more AI search options to more open Apple ecosystem

Opera has announced that it will celebrate its wider, DMA-mandated access to the Apple ecosystem by unleashing a version of the "AI-centric" One browser for iPhones. The company asserts that its app will stand out in the coming in...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jan 2024 18:32

Apple is going hard to catch up on generative AI. (Image: Dall-E 3)

Apple pushing to catch up on AI suggest acquisitions, job postings

Apple is working hard to catch up to the competition in adding generative AI features to its devices, including its flagship iPhones. The company is busy acquiring start-ups and hiring AI specialists, but the new features aren’t l...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 26 Jan 2024 10:54

Apple may still make money on sideloaded apps. (Image via Apple and Getty Images, w/ edits)

Apple may charge fees and review apps installed via sideloading

According to The Wall Street Journal, Apple is planning to institute policies that will charge fees related to apps installed on an iPhone outside the App Store. These new policies would only apply in Europe, per the Journal, in r...

Sam Medley, 24 Jan 2024 16:44

The iPhone 15 Pro Max features Apple's most advanced camera system to date. (Source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max to feature an advanced customised main camera sensor from Sony, claims reliable tipster

A known tipster with a reliable track record on Weibo has claimed that the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro Max will feature a much larger 1/1.14 inch primary camera sensor from Sony, along with several other advancements, positioning the i...

Sambit Saha, 24 Jan 2024 15:36

Pokemon Go seems as popular now as it did when it launched in 2016 (Source: PokemonGoLive)

Please! When will Pokemon Go die?

CheckMag A franchise whose opening marketing statement was “Gotta Catch Em All”, yet introduces new Pokemon characters every 3 years. How feasible is it to actually collect every single one? A game that spawned zombies on street corners fr...

David Devey, 21 Jan 2024 21:27

The Apple iPhone will receive a major update in just a few days. (Image: Apple)

Apple iPhone to receive new features and better theft protection with iOS 17.3

Apple has just officially confirmed that iOS 17.3 will be released in a few days, meaning that users of compatible iPhones can look forward to a range of new features. First and foremost, improved theft protection will help preven...

Hannes Brecher, 17 Jan 2024 22:08

macOS Sonoma introduced a new Game Mode feature to optimize the gaming experience on Macs. (Source: Apple)

Apple continues to talk up gaming on Macs, iPhones and iPads in new interview

Apple is continuing to promote its Mac, iPhone and iPad platforms as viable gaming alternatives to both devs and AAA gamers. In a new interview, the company has highlighted what it has done to lay the groundwork to make Apple devi...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 30 Dec 2023 04:25

The highly reviewed AAA title is now available on the App Store (Image Source: Resident Evil via YouTube)

Resident Evil 4 Remake released for iPhone, iPad, Mac at 50% launch discount

Resident Evil 4 (the remake) has just been released for iOS, iPadOS and MacOS. While the initial download for trying out the game is free, the full game is unlocked with an in-app purchase which is discounted by 50% for a limited ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 21 Dec 2023 12:56

Smartwatches are the best companion to your phone. Some of the best for Christmas this 2023. (Source: Apple)

5 best smartwatches for Christmas presents including the Apple Watch Ultra 2

CheckMag More than 200 million people wear smartwatches globally. In addition to simply showing you the time, smartwatches will let you check your fitness, monitor your health, help you find your way and track a range of indoor and outdoor...

David Devey, 17 Dec 2023 16:29

Death Stranding Director’s Cut for iPhone, iPad, and Mac gets a new launch timeline (Image source: Epic Store)

Kojima Productions postpones Death Stranding Director’s Cut for iOS

Kojima Productions and 505 Games have postponed the launch of Death Stranding Director’s Cut for Apple devices. Initially, it was planned to debut at the end of this year. Now, the launch is scheduled for early 2024.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Dec 2023 18:30

AAA games like No Man's Sky support MetalFX on Mac, but also originally supported AMD's FSR tech on PCs. (Image: Apple)

Apple’s Metal FX upscaling is powered by AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution technology

A reference to the use of AMD’s FidelityFX Super Resolution technology in Apple’s Legal & Regulatory disclosures has revealed that Apple’s MetalFX is powered by AMD’s graphics upscaling technology. AMD’s tech is open source, which...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Dec 2023 14:05

Rockstar announces GTA: The Trilogy for Netflix, iOS, and Android (Image source: Rockstar)

Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy launches on Netflix, Android, and iOS

Announced at the end of last month, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy has now launched on Netflix. With this launch, subscribers can play the definitive edition of three classic GTA games: GTA 3, San Andreas, and Vice City. Each game ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Dec 2023 06:09

The new update will roll out in January 2024 (Image source: Apple)

Apple makes iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 betas available to developers

As per some recent reports, Apple has made the beta version of the upcoming iOS and iPadOS 17.3 update available to developers. The update will introduce new security features to iPhones and iPads.

Nitisha Upadhye, 14 Dec 2023 18:16

Google: Location history with new options (symbolic image, image: Edgar)

Google: Highly confidential data to be stored on the device in future along with encrypted cloud backup

Google has announced a major change in terms of data protection. In future, confidential, highly sensitive data will be stored securely on the device itself and will also be deleted within shorter periods of time.

Silvio Werner, 13 Dec 2023 05:17

Siri can now tell users how many steps they walked (Image source: Apple)

Apple's Siri now helps users access and log their health data

With the new update, Siri can now access Health app data and also note users’ health metrics. The update also ensures better privacy of Health app data and convenient execution of Siri requests.

Nitisha Upadhye, 12 Dec 2023 12:18

The Discord mobile app update will go live soon (Image source: Discord)

Discord gives its mobile app major redesign and usability upgrades

Discord’s mobile app has gotten a major redesign. The update will include some aesthetic changes and usability enhancements to the app's messaging, notifications, appearance, and other functions. Additionally, the Discord app will...

Nitisha Upadhye, 06 Dec 2023 19:46

The Apple iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 now also charge on Qi2 chargers with 15 watts. (Image: Twelve South)

iOS 17.2 improves the telephoto camera of the iPhone 15 Pro, adds Qi2 to iPhone 13 and iPhone 14

Apple has introduced the release candidate of iOS 17.2, revealing a few nice surprises for iPhone users. First and foremost, the tech giant is adding Qi2 to the iPhone 13 and iPhone 14, while the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are gett...

Hannes Brecher, 05 Dec 2023 22:15

DJI now recommends developers pivot from iOS to Android app development. (Image source: DJI)

DJI drops iOS support for developers and recommends switching to Android

DJI has now ended support for iOS development. With no alternative offered, DJi recommends iOS developers switch to Android, with Windows developers out of luck too.

Alex Alderson, 05 Dec 2023 21:51

iPhones get a new software update (Image Source: Apple)

Apple releases iOS 17.1.2 update for iPhone users

Apple has released an urgent software update for iPhones and has urged users to install it. The update will fix issues with WebKit, Apple's web browser engine. The same update is also available for iPads and MacBooks.

Nitisha Upadhye, 01 Dec 2023 20:56

Netflix's games library contains titles previously exclusive to other platforms. (Source - Netflix)

4 great Netflix games with controller support

CheckMag Netflix's library of games is steadily growing and it features some popular titles, but not all are compatible with a controller. However, there are still a handful that have controller support.

Habeeb Onawole, 29 Nov 2023 21:00

Top 3 iOS features Android users are missing out on

CheckMag The iPhone and Android smartphones have more in common than ever before, but from a certain perspective, they still differ in features. If the Android operating system had these features from iOS, it would become more perfect than...

Triet Le, 24 Nov 2023 21:10

Garmin's Fēnix 7X Sapphire Solar has built-in support for a wide variety of sports and is currently on sale at Amazon. (Image source: Garmin)

Deal | US$200 off Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar in Amazon Black Friday deal

The Garmin Fēnix 7x Sapphire Solar is currently at an all-time low on Amazon. An early Black Friday deal has cut the price of the Fēnix 7X Sapphire Solar by US$200, or 22%. The GPS-enabled titanium smartwatch supports a variety of...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Nov 2023 18:25

Apple iPad 9th generation, released in 2021 (Source: Apple)

Deal | 9th generation iPad gets most generous discount so far

The 9th iteration of Apple's most affordable tablet arrived two years ago and its price on Amazon topped in late February 2022 at US$479.99 (64 GB, WiFi version). Now with a list price of US$329, this popular 10.2-inch slate is do...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Nov 2023 16:21

Even before the rumoured Apple Car turns up, Apple and the EV industry share a number of worrying similarities (Image Source: Vanarama)

3 unfortunate similarities between Apple and the electric car industry

CheckMag Even before rumours started circulating about Apple creating its own electric vehicle, some of Apple's business practices shared a lot in common with electric vehicle manufacturers. While not uncommon in the tech industry, they se...

David Devey, 17 Nov 2023 19:16

Game on! 2023's top 5 mind-blowing iOS games that are absolutely free! (Source: Unsplash)

Top 5 mind-blowing free iOS games in 2023

CheckMag If you own an iPhone running the iOS operating system with its many outstanding features, then the following games are perfect choices for you. This guide is tailored to introduce you to some of the best free games for iOS, offeri...

Triet Le, 16 Nov 2023 22:15

The Apple iPhone is set to receive its biggest operating system update in years in 2024. (Image: Apple)

Bloomberg: Hardly any new features planned for the iPhone 16, iOS 18 set to be a huge update, app sideloading to start in 2024

According to the latest information from Bloomberg editor Mark Gurman, customers should not expect any significant innovations on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. But iOS 18 will be all the more exciting because the iPhone operati...

Hannes Brecher, 13 Nov 2023 12:05

If you want a small phone with a big zoom think again, you probably won't find one. (Source: Notebookcheck)

If you want a phone with a 5x zoom, make sure you’ve got big hands

What was once considered "big" in smartphone terms is now the norm in the industry. But one feature seems to be tied specificially to the size of the screen. If you don't like big phones, don't expect to be on the cutting edge of ...

David Devey, 12 Nov 2023 08:28

iPhone SE 4 set to feature a revamped design according to reports. (Source: Florian Schmitt)

Apple iPhone SE 4 to feature iPhone 14-style chassis, 48-megapixel camera and action button

New information obtained by MacRumors hints at significant improvements being planned for the iPhone SE 4, which is expected to feature an iPhone 14-style chassis along with a whopping 48-megapixel single camera system. However, w...

Sambit Saha, 10 Nov 2023 12:38

Apple is finally fixing a number of iPhone and Apple Watch battery problems. (Image: Apple)

iOS 17.1.1 and watchOS 10.1.1: Apple remedies BMW bug on iPhone and battery issues on Apple Watch

Via the latest updates for the iPhone and Apple Watch, Apple is finally fixing a number of annoying bugs that have drastically affected battery life and made charging difficult in some cases, including in conjunction with the wire...

Hannes Brecher, 08 Nov 2023 04:55

Apple halts work on future software updates to iron out software glitches. (Source: Apple)

Apple halts development of future versions of iOS, MacOS to focus on fixing bugs, according to report

Apple has reportedly halted its development process for future software updates earlier this week to turn its attention to fixing an excess of software bugs that have appeared in early versions of future updates. However, these de...

Sambit Saha, 07 Nov 2023 22:14

WhatsApp working on Passkey support for iOS. (Source : Viralyft on Unsplash)

WhatsApp might soon bring passkey support to iOS

As discovered by software researcher @aaronp613, the latest WhatsApp Beta for iOS has revealed that the messaging app will soon be implementing Passkey support, leading to a more secure and refined user experience.

Sambit Saha, 30 Oct 2023 22:01

The iPhone gets a diary app from Apple for the first time in iOS 17.2. (Image: Victor Carvalho / Apple, edited)

Apple iOS 17.2 releases updates for unpacked iPhones and Journal app, watchOS 10.1 reportedly shortens battery life

Apple has released the first beta version of iOS 17.2, confirming that the update will introduce the long-awaited Journal app, expand the functionality of the iPhone 15 Pro's Action button, and allow Apple to roll out iOS updates ...

Hannes Brecher, 27 Oct 2023 23:38

macOS Sonoma 14.1 introduces a number of minor improvements. (Image: Apple)

Apple releases macOS 14.1 and tvOS 17.1

Apple has just released macOS Sonoma 14.1 and tvOS 17.1, providing a range of Macs and the Apple TV with a number of new features and numerous bug fixes. First and foremost, Apple revamps the Favorites section in the macOS Music a...

Hannes Brecher, 26 Oct 2023 01:28

The Apple iPhone gets a number of new features with iOS 17.1. (Image: Apple)

Apple iPhone and iPad get iOS 17.1 along with new features and burn-in improvements for iPhone 15 Pro

Apple has released the first major update for the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, which is also available for older iPhones as long as they support iOS 17. The patch also introduces AirDrop, new standby options and improvements to th...

Hannes Brecher, 25 Oct 2023 23:31

GRID Autosport offers PC and console quality racing on your phone. (Source: NotebookCheck)

3 console quality Android and iOS games that can rival Steam Deck games

CheckMag Don't have a Steam Deck to hand? Waiting for Apple to release Resident Evil on the iPhone 15 Pro? Here are 3 Android and iOS games that offer PC and console class gaming on your device today. Just make sure you pair it with a dece...

David Devey, 25 Oct 2023 22:50

The iPhone camera may not be exactly as it seems (Image source: Apple - edited)

Apple needs to be more honest about the iPhone camera specification

CheckMag Does measuring features differently to the competition make a product better? Is Apple "Thinking Different" or hoping branding will sell more devices? There certainly seems to be some convenient favouritism shown by Apple in regar...

David Devey, 23 Oct 2023 20:07

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro can finally save photos to external storage media. (Image: Thai Nguyen)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro can now save photos directly to SD card or SSD thanks to Photon Camera

Those using an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max as a camera phone now finally have the option of saving photos directly to an SD memory card or external SSD instead of the iPhone's internal storage, enabling entirely new workflo...

Hannes Brecher, 21 Oct 2023 01:40

Reports of OLED burn-in on the iPhone 15 Pro series could be image retention instead. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max display 'burn-in' could be fixed by iOS 17.1 with a keyboard upgrade also inbound

Supposedly, reports of early iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max units experiencing display burn-in were wide of the mark. According to a new report, Apple will address the outstanding software problem with iOS 17.1, which will al...

Alex Alderson, 18 Oct 2023 19:09

iOS 17.1 should reach stable status before the end of October. (Image source: Apple)

Apple to release iOS 17.1 for iPhones by October 24 with AirDrop, Dynamic Island and Standby improvements

The public release of iOS 17.1 is nearly here, just over a month after Apple introduced the iPhone 15 series. Reportedly, the first major iOS 17 update could be here by early next week at the latest with AirDrop, Dynamic Island an...

Alex Alderson, 16 Oct 2023 17:41

iPhones might ship with newer software out of the box. (Source: Apple)

iPhones to update to latest iOS version from inside sealed packages in the future

The first thing the owner of a brand new iPhone might have to do after unboxing is download and install a software update, especially if they, for example want the latest iOS 17.0.3 version. However, that might not be the case in ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Oct 2023 17:18

One of the world's latest smartphones. (Source: Motorola)

Over half of the planet's population use smartphones now

The GSM Association's latest study on mobile internet use worldwide has concluded that over half of the global population now has at least one smartphone. Four billion of those people are estimated to use mobile data on those devi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Oct 2023 18:29

Vivaldi now listed on App Store (Source: Own)

Vivaldi finally hits iOS

After arriving as a beta piece of code back on May 23, Vivaldi for iOS and iPadOS is now finally available in a stable release that can be downloaded via Apple's App Store. Its highlights include desktop-style tabs, speed dials, t...

Codrut Nistor, 03 Oct 2023 10:08

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Forget the PlayStation Portal, here’s how to make a headless gaming PC and set up your own cloud gaming service

Apple iPhone loses access to progressive web apps, blames EU for deleted features

Apple's upcoming Xcode update set to revolutionize developer workflow with AI integration

Apple releases iOS 17.3.1, iPadOS 17.3.1, watchOS 10.3.1, tvOS 17.3.1 and macOS 14.3.1

Elden Ring mobile: Tencent supposedly plans to make FromSoftware's RPG playable on smartphones

Apple bans iMessage accounts linked to Beeper app

Recent Apple iPhones rumoured to receive one of their biggest software updates yet with iOS 18 release

Opera One for iOS hyped to bring more AI search options to more open Apple ecosystem

Apple pushing to catch up on AI suggest acquisitions, job postings

Apple may charge fees and review apps installed via sideloading

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max to feature an advanced customised main camera sensor from Sony, claims reliable tipster

Please! When will Pokemon Go die?

Apple iPhone to receive new features and better theft protection with iOS 17.3

Apple continues to talk up gaming on Macs, iPhones and iPads in new interview

Resident Evil 4 Remake released for iPhone, iPad, Mac at 50% launch discount

5 best smartwatches for Christmas presents including the Apple Watch Ultra 2

Kojima Productions postpones Death Stranding Director’s Cut for iOS

Apple’s Metal FX upscaling is powered by AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution technology

Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy launches on Netflix, Android, and iOS

Apple makes iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 betas available to developers

Google: Highly confidential data to be stored on the device in future along with encrypted cloud backup

Apple's Siri now helps users access and log their health data

Discord gives its mobile app major redesign and usability upgrades

iOS 17.2 improves the telephoto camera of the iPhone 15 Pro, adds Qi2 to iPhone 13 and iPhone 14

DJI drops iOS support for developers and recommends switching to Android

Apple releases iOS 17.1.2 update for iPhone users

4 great Netflix games with controller support

Top 3 iOS features Android users are missing out on

Deal | US$200 off Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar in Amazon Black Friday deal

Deal | 9th generation iPad gets most generous discount so far

3 unfortunate similarities between Apple and the electric car industry

Top 5 mind-blowing free iOS games in 2023

Bloomberg: Hardly any new features planned for the iPhone 16, iOS 18 set to be a huge update, app sideloading to start in 2024

If you want a phone with a 5x zoom, make sure you’ve got big hands

Apple iPhone SE 4 to feature iPhone 14-style chassis, 48-megapixel camera and action button

iOS 17.1.1 and watchOS 10.1.1: Apple remedies BMW bug on iPhone and battery issues on Apple Watch

Apple halts development of future versions of iOS, MacOS to focus on fixing bugs, according to report

WhatsApp might soon bring passkey support to iOS

Apple iOS 17.2 releases updates for unpacked iPhones and Journal app, watchOS 10.1 reportedly shortens battery life

Apple releases macOS 14.1 and tvOS 17.1

Apple iPhone and iPad get iOS 17.1 along with new features and burn-in improvements for iPhone 15 Pro

3 console quality Android and iOS games that can rival Steam Deck games

Apple needs to be more honest about the iPhone camera specification

Apple iPhone 15 Pro can now save photos directly to SD card or SSD thanks to Photon Camera

Apple iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max display 'burn-in' could be fixed by iOS 17.1 with a keyboard upgrade also inbound

Apple to release iOS 17.1 for iPhones by October 24 with AirDrop, Dynamic Island and Standby improvements

iPhones to update to latest iOS version from inside sealed packages in the future

Over half of the planet's population use smartphones now

91% Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max review - More camera power and titanium for Apple's biggest smartphone

Vivaldi finally hits iOS

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