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Apple made significant changes to its App Store policies and introduced some EU-exclusive iPhone features to comply with DMA. The iPhone users only in the EU can access third-party app stores, uninstall Safari, download apps directly from the websites, and pay using third-party wallets or banking apps. Besides, the app developers can request for additional interoperability with iPhone hardware and software features.
Beware! A Bug in Apple’s Password Reset Feature Is Leading to Phishing Attacks
Kanika Gogia
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According to a recent report, several Apple users are being targeted in phishing attacks that take advantage of what appears to be a bug in Apple's password reset feature. These attackers appear to be using an Apple page for a forgotten Apple ID password and bypassing the rate limit of the system. If you're an Apple user, make sure to tap "Don't Allow" on all password change requests and bear in mind that Apple never makes phone calls asking for one-time password codes.
Apple has announced that WWDC 2024 event will be held from June 10-14 this year. The tech titan is expected to announce new versions of the custom operating systems including iOS 18, macOS 15, visionOS 2.0 watchOS 11, iPadOS 18, and tvOS 18. Apple is likely to announce aa host of new AI features, especially for Siri and Messages.
Apple Finally Ready to Add ‘More’ Customization to iPhone Home Screen After 17 Years
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Apple's iOS 18 is expected to offer a revamped and more customizable Home Screen experience. The iPhone users would get greater control over the Home Screen arrangement, where they can create gaps between widgets and app icons within the home screen grid. Other iOS 18 features might include a smarter Siri 2.0, RCS messaging support, and hearing mode for AirPod Pro.
US vs Apple Lawsuit: Is This the Chance for Google Pixel Phones to Shine
Abubakar Mohammed
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The US has hit Apple with a lawsuit that accuses Apple of breaking the anti-trust laws. Apple says it will vigorously defend against it, but if things don't go as planned, Apple would be forced into opening the software and hardware to work with other manufacturers in the industry. This would give Google a chance to add more users and increase the market share of its Pixel phones.
The answer is no, AirTags do not need to be charged. Apple's AirTag runs on user-replaceable CR2032 lithium CV coin batteries that can last up to a year. You can track the battery life using the Find My app. If your AirTag is low on charge, you need to replace the battery to continue tracking your devices.
Ideally, an AirTag has a user-replaceable battery that should you more than a year before you need to replace it. You can use a CR2032 lithium CV coin battery with a bitterant coating, that's commonly found in most electronic and drug stores. To replace the battery, simply remove your AirTag from its case or accessory.
There are several ways to block YouTube on an iPad. First, if you wish to lock the YouTube app, you can use the Screen Time settings or remove the app & block new app installs. Second, if you wish to block YouTube on Safari on iPad, you can add restrictions in the Screen Time settings. You can also use Guided Access or set a time limit for YouTube.
There are several ways to make the keyboard bigger on your iPad. First, you can switch to Landscape mode to enlarge your iPad's built-in keyboard. Second, if your iPad keyboard appears to be small, disable the Floating keyboard or Split keyboard options on your device. You can also go for third-party apps to get a bigger iPad keyboard.
You can delete third-party and several first-party apps from your iPad. When you delete apps on the iPad, it will remove the app and all associated data. You can delete apps on an iPad from the Home Screen, App Library, and Settings app. If you don't want to delete an app, you can offload that app to save storage space.
After EU, It’s Now America’s turn to Shake Up Apple and Everything They Believe In
Kanika Gogia
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The US Department of Justice and 16 district attorneys general have officially filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple for the iPhone ecosystem monopoly.
The lawsuit accuses Apple of raising prices for consumers and imposing higher fees on developers and creators to make its users more reliant on iPhones and crush doen the competition. Apple has raised its voice to “vigorously defend” itself against the claims.
The latest iOS 18 offers a built-in option to schedule text messages on an iPhone. To schedule iMessages in iOS 18, type a message, tap on the + icon present, then tap on More and scroll down to choose the Send Later option. Now, pick a date and time and hit the Send button to set a scheduled message. On iOS 17 or earlier, you can use the Shortcuts app, set a reminder in the Reminders app, or use third-party apps to schedule text messages on your iPhone.
As per a report by a Weibo account, Apple is planning to copy Samsung S24 Ultra's most coveted feature - anti-glare and scratch-resistant display. Apple has recently handed over the new display technology, which indicates that it might appear in iPhone 17 and might not be ready in time for iPhone 16 series.
On iPads without a Home button, swipe up from the bottom of the screen, pause in the middle, then then swipe up on the app you wish to close. On iPads with a Home button, double-press the Home button to see recently opened apps, and then swipe up on the app preview card to close that app.
Apple Says 128GB on iPhone 15 Is ‘Lots of Storage’ and It’s Laughable
Anmol Sachdeva
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In a recent ad campaign, Apple has advertised iPhone 15's storage. The tech giant wen't on to say that iPhone 15's 128GB storage on the base variant is "lots of storage" and I believe it's a self goal from Apple's marketing team. It's 2024 and phones that cost $799 should not have "lots of storage".
Apple’s AI Features on iPhones Could Be Powered by Google Gemini After All
Kanika Gogia
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Apple and Google are actively negotiating to build Google's Gemini Artificial Intelligence engine into an iPhone. This could be one of the blockbuster deals that could shake up the AI industry. The Google partnership could help Apple to deliver a range of generative AI features on its devices. While Apple and Google are actively negotiating, a final deal will not be announced until at least June.
With AirPods 4, Apple’s AirPods Lineup Is Set to Get as Messy as Its iPad Lineup
Kanika Gogia
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Apple suppliers will begin mass production of two new models of the fourth generation of AirPods in May. We are likely to see an "entry-level" and a "mid-tier" option in the AirPods 4 lineup. The new models are expected to arrive with an updated design, better fit, improved sound quality, and a USB-C charging case. They are expected to arrive in September or October.
You Can Now See Which Apps are Available for Vision Pro Before Spending $3500
Kanika Gogia
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Vision Pro Apps are now available on a dedicated "App Store for Vision Pro" web page that lists out all the details about the visionOS apps. You can browse through new apps and specially curated categories. People who don't have the headset can also check out all the visionOS apps.
Apple Buys Another AI Startup as It Gears up for Generative AI Features
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Apple acquired a Canadian AI startup DarwinAI earlier this year to build its AI team. DarwinAI specializes in developing smaller and more efficient AI systems. This could be a big step towards integrating on-device AI capabilities in upcoming product lineups. We might get to see new AI features in Siri, Shortcuts, Messages, and more at WWDC 2024.
Just like iPhones and iPads, MacBooks also have a Low Power Mode that reduces energy use to increase battery life. This energy-saving mode on Mac reduces screen brightness, limits background processes, and decreases CPU processing speed. To enable Low Power Mode on Mac, go to Apple Menu -> System Settings -> Battery -> Low Power Mode and choose an option from the drop-down menu.
Apple Vision Pro Might Be Ready for a Global Launch, Starting with These Nine Countries
Kanika Gogia
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Right now, Apple Vision Pro is available only in the United States and nowhere else. Discovered by MacRumors, the visionOS code gives us an idea about Vision Pro's international expansion. Apple might launch Vision Pro in China, Germany, Australia, France, Canada, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, and the UK.
There are various ways to turn off Focus on an iPhone. The first way is to open the Control Center, tap on the Focus icon, and then tap on the currently enabled mode to turn off Focus on iPhone. Second, you can also disable a Focus mode directly from the Lock Screen. For this, long-press the label and tap on the selected focus. Lastly, you can always ask Siri to disable Focus for you.
EU iPhone Users Will Be Allowed to Download Apps Directly from Websites Soon
Kanika Gogia
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Apple is allowing developers to offer their iOS apps for download directly from the website. Later this spring, Apple will launch a new “Web Distribution” feature via a software update that allows developers to distribute their iOS apps from their own website. Interested developers have to meet certain eligibility criteria and pay the Core Technology Fee of €0.50 for every first annual installation over one million installs.
There are several ways to change your MacBook wallpaper. First, you can go to System Settings -> Wallpaper and choose from Apple's pre-installed backgrounds as your Mac wallpaper. Second, you can use an existing image on your Mac as the desktop background. Lastly, there's also a way to set your photos as Mac wallpapers.
The Finder has a batch rename tool that helps you rename multiple files at the same time on a Mac. First, open the Finder Window and select the files you wish to rename. Then, right-click on the files and choose Rename. You can change the entire name, add some missing text, or replace the text in the selected files.
Apple Car Could’ve Arrived with a Chip as Powerful as Four M2 Ultras
Kanika Gogia
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Apple reportedly developed a powerful chip equivalent to four M2 Ultras combined. Apple Silicon team was heavily involved in the car project and the development of the new chip was "nearly finished". Apple has officially cancelled its decade-long, multi-billion-dollar electric car project.
DMA Shatters Apple’s Closed Ecosystem: Uninstalling Safari on iPhone Now Possible
Kanika Gogia
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According to the new compliance document, Apple is preparing to allow iPhone users in the EU to uninstall the Safari browser by the end of 2024. In addition, it is developing more “user-friendly ways" of transferring data from an iPhone to a non-Apple device, which will be available by fall 2025. Furthermore, developers in the EU are allowed to submit requests for additional interoperability for their apps. All these changes apply only to the EU, and no other country or region.
First Major visionOS Update is Here and It Improves Personas and EyeSight
Anmol Sachdeva
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Apple has released visionOS 1.1, the first major update for Vision Pro. the update brings improvements to Personas, EyeSight and virtual keyboard. With the latest visionOS update, Personas are a bit more detailed and EyeSight has also improved with better rendering of eyes. It also brings bug fixes for a couple of known bugs in Vision Pro.
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Your iPhone's screen may sometimes act erratically or register random touches even when you aren't interacting with this. This issue, commonly known as ghost touch, arises due to changes made to accessibility settings, software glitches, physical damage, electrical interference that may have cause by using non-Apple-certified chargers and cables. This can be fixed by updating iOS and apps, checking accessibility features, unplugging faulty accessories, and cleaning the screen on a timely basis.
There are various ways to select multiple files on a Mac. First, hold the Shift key to select multiple files on Mac that are in a sequence. If items aren't in a sequence, select one file, hold down the Command key and then select the other files. If you want to select all files on a Mac, use the Command + A keyboard shortcut.
iOS 17.4 Brings New Emojis, Clock Widget and Major App Store Changes
Anmol Sachdeva
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Apple has outed iOS 17.4 with new emojis, sideloading feature in the EU, improvements to the Stolen Device Protection feature and more. If you're in EU, you can now sideload apps from third-party app stores after installing iOS 17.4. Moreover, iOS 17.4 also brings a couple of bug fixes and security updates.
Apple announces its much-buzzed M3 MacBook Air lineup in 13-inch and 15-inch options. The new M3 MacBook Air is claimed to be the “world’s best consumer laptop for AI" in the press release. The 13-inch M3 MacBook Air starts at $1099, and the 15-inch MacBook Air starts at $1299. Both models are available for up for pre-orders starting today, with shipping starting as early as March 8.
iPhone SE 4 Design Revealed in CAD Renders; Still Rocks a Single Camera
Kanika Gogia
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Leaked iPhone SE 4 CAD renders reveal an iPhone 14-like design with a single rear camera. The iPhone SE 4 will likely bring big upgrades, including a 6.1-inch display with Face ID, a USB-C port, and there's a possibility of an Action Button as well. The fourth generation of iPhone SE is expected to be launched sometime in 2025.
New reports have surfaced that suggest Apple will announce its new products this week via press releases. Apple might launch a new M2 iPad Air, OLED iPad Pro with M3 chip, Magic Keyboard, M3 MacBook Air, Apple Pencil, iPhone cases, and Apple Watch bands in March. Besides, a new Apple TV and a HomePod with a display are likely to be in Apple's pipeline of upcoming 2024 products.
A new leak posted on X (formerly Twitter) reveals chip details of 16 new Apple devices. We might see iPad 11th-gen models with A14 Bionic chip, iPad Mini 7 with A17, 2024 iPad Air models with M2, and the OLED iPad Pro models with M3 processor. The iPhone 16 series is expected to feature an A18 chipset.
The renowned software company MacPaw is all set to launch one of the first third-party app stores on iPhone, named Setapp Store. On Thursday, the company is releasing its Setapp store in Beta, with the stable version arriving in April 2024. With iOS 17.4 and later, Setapp will be available on the iPhone for a monthly subscription. This alternative app store on iOS will feature a curated selection of apps, including fan favorites from the Setapp catalog.
Apple is getting ready for a major rebrand of Apple ID to "Apple Account", several sources told MacRumors. Some Apple support documents already have mentions of "Apple Account". We might see this Apple ID rebranding later this year along with iOS 18 and macOS 15. At the moment, it isn't clear why Apple is considering a new name for Apple ID.
Tim Cook Reiterates Ground-Breaking Generative AI Features Will Arrive in 2024
Kanika Gogia
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During its annual shareholders meeting, Tim Cook said Apple will "break new ground" in Generative AI in 2024. Apple completely scrapped off its Electric Car project and brought the complete focus to AI. Right now, OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot are some big names in Generative AI.
To see important messages sent by websites, you might have to allow pop-ups sometimes on your Mac. To allow pop-ups on Mac in Safari, go to Safari Settings> Websites> Pop-up windows> allow. For Chrome, visit site settings> privacy and security> pop-ups and redirects and allow all pop-ups on Mac.
Apple has reportedly cancelled its electric car project after a decade-long, multi-billion-dollar effort to rival Tesla. According to Bloomberg, Apple's senior executives decided to wind down the electric car project in recent weeks. Nearly 2000 employees were working on the project, some employees will be moved to Apple’s Generative AI team led by John Giannandrea. Others might be asked to switch to other Apple teams and there will be layoffs as well.
Accessing the Control Center on Apple Vision Pro could be tricky initially. While wearing the Vision Pro, look up and you will see a small downward-facing appear on the screen. Tap your thumb and index finger and then select the Control Center icon from here. Moreover, you can also customize the Control Center on Vision Pro by visiting Settings>Control Center.
ProMotion Display Finally Coming to Standard iPhones but Not This Year: Report
Kanika Gogia
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Apple is expected to bring ProMotion Always-on Display technology across its entire iPhone lineup with the iPhone 17 series. Next year, the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Plus will feature OLED displays with the LTPO technology, which makes them the first-ever standard iPhone models to get ProMotion displays. The iPhone 17 and 17 Plus might also feature a taller aspect ratio of 19.6:9, which is currently teased for the iPhone 16 Pro models.