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iPhone 16 and 16 Pro Colors: Which One Should You Pick?
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Apple has unveiled the iPhone 16 series in new colors at its Glowtime event on September 9, 2024. Here are all the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro colors you can choose from this year.
What to Expect from Apple’s Glowtime Event on September 9
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Apple has officially confirmed that it will hold its "Glowtime" special launch event on Monday, September 9, kicking off at 10 AM PT or 10:30 PM IST. We'll get to see the iPhone 16 series, Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch Ultra 3, Apple Watch SE 3, AirPods 4, and new accessories at Apple's September event.
How to Watch iPhone 16 Launch Event Live
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Apple's iPhone 16 launch event will start at 10 AM Pacific Time on Monday, September 9. You can watch Apple's 'Glowtime' event live on Apple's YouTube channel, Apple's official website, or the Apple TV app.
No Apple Watch Ultra 3 Launch Today, We Might See a Black Ultra 2: Report
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According to Mark Gurman, Apple may not announce an Apple Watch Ultra 3 at its event today. Rather, he believes Apple will launch a black titanium color option for the Apple Watch Ultra 2, which was originally rumored to launch last year.
Apple Watch Won’t Charge? Try These Fixes
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If your Apple Watch won't charge, make sure you're using an official or MFi-certified charger, check the power source, and make sure the charger and the back of your Apple Watch are clean. You can also perform a force restart to bring your Apple Watch back to life. Make sure your watch is running the latest watchOS version.
This Rumored iPhone 16 Pro Upgrade Might Actually Make It Worth the Price
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According to a report, Apple is likely to offer the 256GB base storage on the iPhone 16 Pro, finally doing away with the 128GB option on the Pro models. The iPhone 16 Pro will feature a bigger 6.3-inch display, a dedicated Capture Button, A18 chipset, and Apple Intelligence support. The upcoming iPhone 16 Pro will boast an expensive tetraprism telephoto lens, which is currently exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
iPad Touch Screen Not Working? Here Are the Fixes
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To fix an unresponsive touch screen on an iPad, you must clean the screen, force restart your device, remove the screen protector, check your charger, or try the Touch Accommodations feature. You can also free up some space on your iPad, delete misbehaving apps, or update iPadOS. If nothing works, you can resort to the last step of a factory reset. In case you're still stuck with the same issue, you must contact Apple.
MacBook Keyboard Is Not Working? These 7 Fixes Can Help
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If your MacBook keyboard isn't working, you must clean the keyboard, check keyboard layout settings, reconfigure modifier keys, or update macOS. Also, make sure you've disabled the Slow Keys, Sticky Keys, and Mouse Keys. On Intel-powered Macs, you can reset SMC and NVRAM to fix an unresponsive keyboard. If nothing helps, you can contact Apple.
Is Apple Intelligence an Intelligent Reason to Upgrade to iPhone 16?
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The limited compatibility of Apple Intelligence brings a question- is Apple Intelligence a worthy reason to upgrade your iPhone? In my opinion, Apple Intelligence is a big reason to upgrade to a new iPhone, but it shouldn't be the ONLY reason. There are some crucial factors that you must consider.
How to Fix an iPad That Won’t Turn on (2024)
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If your iPad won't turn on, you can force restart your device, connect it to a charger, check battery health, or update iPadOS using a Mac or PC. In case there's an error in the iPadOS installation, you can update your iPad in Recovery mode or DFU mode. If nothing works, it could be a hardware failure and you must contact Apple in such cases.
10 New CarPlay Features in iOS 18
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Apple's iOS 18 brings several new CarPlay features including, Color Filters, Voice Control, Sound Recognition, New wallpapers, Siri improvements, a revamped Settings app, and more. Here are all the new CarPlay features in iOS 18.
Apple has changed the way third-party companies can access the iPhone hardware, specifically the volume buttons. As a result, the iPhone’s physical volume button has “become unstable” for connected devices, and it even causes issues like volume spikes during playback and other bugs. The iPhone users can no longer control the volume on the connected devices using the physical buttons. Instead, they have to use the in-app slider to turn the volume up/down.
iPad mini 7: Design, Chipset, Price, and More
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Apple refreshed its most portable iPad lineup with the iPad mini 7 with A17 Pro chipset, upgraded 8GB RAM, Apple Intelligence, camera upgrades, Apple Pencil Pro, new color options, and more. Despite processor upgrades, AI support, and beefed-up storage options, the iPad mini 7 has a starting price of $499.
5 Features Apple Watch SE 3 Should Get to Be a Major Upgrade
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The current Apple Watch SE 2 feels like a general smartwatch with basic health-tracking features. Apple must make some significant changes to the upcoming Apple Watch SE 3 to justify it as a substantial upgrade. Here are the changes I expect to see with the SE 3.
What Does Notifications Silenced Mean in Messages on iPhone
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When you see "Notifications Silenced" in Messages on an iPhone, it means that the person has enabled a Focus Mode like Do Not Disturb that disables notifications. When you text a person who has enabled Focus Mode, they will still get your messages but they won't receive any notification until they turn off the Focus Mode. However, you can still choose to notify the person.
iOS 18.1 Beta 3 Brings AI-Powered ‘Clean Up’ Tool in Photos App
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The new developer beta for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS 15.1 Sequoia brings the AI-powered Clean Up tool to the Photos app. The feature uses advanced detection and multiple machine learning models to identify distractions, locate the edges of unwanted objects, and seamlessly replace them. The Clean Up tool works on all images in the Photos app, including the older images and pictures captured by another phone or a DSLR camera.
Who is Kevan Parekh, The New Indian-Origin Apple CFO
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Apple announced that its longtime Chief Financial Officer Luca Maestri will step down from his role on January 1, 2025. The Indian-origin engineer, Kaven Parekh, currently serving as Apple’s Vice-President of Financial Planning and Analysis will be Apple's new CFO. Luca Maestri will continue to lead corporate service teams focusing on IT, security and real estate development.
Will the New Capture Button Change How We Click Photos on iPhones?
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All the models of the upcoming iPhone 16 series are likely to arrive with an all-new Capture Button that works with camera apps and facilitates functionalities like adjusting zoom and focus levels. Let's find out if the new Capture Button will be a useful addition or not.
Snapchat Finally Gets an iPad App But with a Major Caveat
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13 years after its launch for iOS, Snapchat is finally adding native support for iPad. The latest version of the iOS Snapchat app brings iPadOS support, making it suitable for bigger iPad screens. However, there's a catch. At the moment, you can only use the app in the Portrait mode on your iPad, and there's no way to run it in landscape mode. Also, the iPad interface seems to have some glitches in the first version.
Apple Might Introduce a New AI “Personality” Like Siri for Robots
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According to the latest reports, Apple is working on a human-like interface based on Generative AI that could run the tabletop device and future Apple robotic devices. These robotic devices are in the early stages of development and they might arrive with a price tag of approximately $1,000, if they ever see the light.
Is iOS 18 Available for iPhone 11? Answered
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Apple's iOS 18 will be available for the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max. So you can enjoy iOS 18 features like revamped Control Center, customized lock screen & home screen, and more on your iPhone 11. However, there's a caveat. Even if your iPhone 11 is compatible with iOS 18, it doesn't mean you can access Apple Intelligence features. The AI suite of features is exclusive to iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and upcoming iPhone 16 models.
All iPhone 16 and 16 Pro Camera Specs Leaked Ahead of the Launch
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According to new iPhone 16 leaks, the ultra-wide camera on iPhone 16 and 16 Plus will get a faster f/2.2 aperture than the f/2.4 seen on the current iPhone 15. The vanilla models are also expected to support macro photography forever the first time. The iPhone 16 Pro & 16 Pro Max may get an upgraded 48MP ultra-wide camera. All the iPhone 16 models will arrive with a new, much-rumoured Capture button.
Your iPhone Can Crash If You Type These Four Characters
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A newly discovered character bug can cause your iPhones and iPads to briefly crash. Typing "":: characters in the App Library or Settings app can cause the iPhone's home screen interface, Springboard to crash.
macOS Sequoia Brings Apple’s HQ Vibes to Your Video Calling Apps
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In the latest macOS Sequoia Beta, Apple adds nine new backgrounds for video conferencing apps that showcase different parts of the Cupertino tech giant's very own Apple Park. This lets you add those super-cool Apple HQ vibes to your FaceTime, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, WebEx, or Zoom calls.
College Students Embrace Mac and iPad As They Head Back to Campus
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As the new academic year approaches, college students worldwide are trusting the Apple ecosystem to excel in various fields, from visual arts to medicine. Mac and iPad have become indispensable tools for students to navigate the complexities of their respective domains. Apple also shares the real-world experiences of three students majoring in STEM fields.
Procreate’s Stance on AI Is Commendable and Other Companies Should Follow
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On August 19, 2024, Procreate posted a video on X where CEO James Cuda said that Procreate is AI-free and they have no plans to add any generative AI to their products. The company further explained that neither they have access to users' work, nor do they track users' activity in the apps.
Apple Tasks Manufacturing of Its First AI Robot to Its Most Trusted Partner
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Apple's longstanding manufacturing partner, Foxconn could be responsible for developing the casings, arms, and other key mechanical components for Apple's tabletop robot. According to Mark Gurman, Apple's first robot might combine an iPad-like display with a robotic limb and a speaker. It could act as the central hub of Apple’s smart home ecosystem, seamlessly integrating with other Apple products and services like Siri.
iPhone 16 Pro & Pro Max Likely to Get 10% Price Cut in India, Thanks to Local Assembly
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For the first time ever, Apple is all set to manufacture the high-end iPhone 16 Pro models in India. Foxconn Technology Group will begin assembling the flagship iPhone 16 Pro models at its factory in Tamil Nadu. Foxconn has started training thousands of its workers at the factory and will start assembling these high-end devices in India post the global launch this fall. Apple's other Indian partners like Pegatron's local unit and the Tata Group may also start assembling these high-end iPhones.
Where is the Alt Key on Mac
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The Alt key, known as the Option key on Mac is located on both sides of the Space bar key on the Mac's keyboard. The Option key serves various purposes like typing special characters or opening a sub-menu in the System Settings app. When combined with the Command key, the Option key lets you perform a ton of other actions on your Mac.
Fortnite Is Back on iPhones After 4 Years, But Most of You Can’t Play It
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After months of initial announcement, Epic Games confirmed that the Epic Games Store (EGS) is now available for iOS and Android devices. The Epic Games Store is available to download on Android devices worldwide, and only for iPhone users within the EU. Epic announced that Fortnite has officially returned to mobile devices via the company’s digital storefront.
Apple Brings Much-Requested Feature to iPhones: Check If It’s Available in Your Country
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Apple announced that would open up its tap-and-go technology to third-party developers with iOS 18.1. However, Apple will follow its classic style to allow exclusive access to the iPhone's NFC chip features. Developers will have to "enter into a commercial agreement with Apple, request the NFC and SE entitlement, and pay the associated fees".
This Clever App Brings iPhone’s Dynamic Island to MacBooks
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NotchNook is a clever app that brings the iPhone's Dynamic Island to MacBooks. It offers quick access to your multimedia control, files, shortcuts, and other customizable widgets. The app is compatible with Macs with or without notches and requires running macOS 14.0 or later versions. After the 48-hour trial, the NotchNook app is available for $3/month subscription or a one-time fee of $25.
Apple Ring: Everything We Know So Far
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An Apple Ring is expected to arrive with all the Apple Watch's health-tracking features, including step count, heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, cycle tracking, ECG, and more. The Apple-made smart ring could offer biometric sensing for health tracking, gesture recognition, and the freedom to control other Apple devices.
5 Best Video Editing Software for Mac to Use in 2024
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We've mentioned the 5 best video editing software for Mac that will impress beginners, intermediates, and professionals. They offer basic and advanced video editing tools, and each of them offers something unique, whether it is an easy-to-use interface, eye-catching effects, or a selection of AI features. You can choose the one that goes with your skill levels and project requirements.
Live Activities Not Working on iPhone? Here are 12 Fixes to Try
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If Live Activities aren't working on your iPhone, you must verify that the app supports Live Activities check your internet connection, see app permissions, and allow background app refresh. You can also reboot your iPhone, update apps, and update iOS. Also, make sure you don't force close the app or use Low Power Mode on your iPhone.
iPad Battery Draining Fast? Here’s How to Fix It
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To fix iPad battery drain problems, restart your device, check battery usage, check battery health, and make sure your iPad isn't exposed to a high temperature. You can also use Low Power Mode, disable Background App Refresh, reduce screen brightness, or update iPadOS. If nothing works, you can perform a factory reset on your iPad.
iOS 18 Finally Allows Audio Playback While Shooting Videos on iPhone
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With iOS 18, your iPhone won't stop the audio playback automatically when you switch to the Video mode in the Camera app. The latest iOS 18 adds a new "Allow Audio PlayBack" option that gives you control over the audio playback in dedicated Video mode. On your iPhone, go to Settings -> Camera -> Record Sound and you'll see the Allow Audio PlayBack toggle.
iCloud Music Library: Everything You Need to Know
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iCloud Music Library or Sync Library is an Apple service that allows you to access and sync your music library across your Apple devices where you’ve signed in with the same Apple ID. This sync service is only available to users who have subscribed to Apple Music or iTunes Match. Subscribers can stream and download song library on up to 10 devices. Read on to know what you can and can't do with iCloud Music Library.
How to Turn Off iCloud Music Library (2024)
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If you don't want your Apple Music library to sync across your Apple devices, you can turn Off iCloud Music Library. On iPhone or iPad, go to Settings -> Music and disable the Sync Library toggle. On Macs, open the Apple Music app. Now, go to Music -> Settings from the top Menu Bar and uncheck the box next to Sync Library. On a Windows PC, open the iTunes app. Now, click on Edit -> Preferences from the Menu Bar and uncheck the iCloud Music Library option.
How to Open and Use Task Manager on Mac (2024)
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Every Mac has a Task Manager equivalent called Activity Monitor. This built-in macOS utility offers a detailed look over your Mac’s process, including applications and system tasks. You can use Spotlight search to find and open Activity Monitor on your Mac. Alternatively, go to Finder -> Applications -> Utilities -> Activity Monitor or open Launchpad -> Others -> Activity Monitor.
How to Enable Camera Grid on iPhone (2024)
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The Camera Grid feature on iPhone makes it easy to apply the Rule of Thirds in Photography and capture more professional-looking pictures. To enable the camera grid on an iPhone, go to Settings -> Camera and turn on the Grid toggle. It works on all camera modes on your iPhone, including Slo-Mo, Cinematic, Portrait, Pano, Time-lapses, and Video.
What Is Thunderbolt Bridge? Explained
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With the macOS version Mavericks OS X, Apple introduced the Thunderbolt Bridge feature that lets you transfer files between two machines using a Thunderbolt interface. Compared to Wi-Fi or Ethernet, Thunderbolt Bridge facilitates high-speed data transfer between Macs. Read on to learn how you to set up and use Thunderbolt Bridge on a Mac.