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Android Smartphones Get Auto-Restart Security Feature With Latest Google Play Services Update
Google is rolling out a new Android security feature that automatically restarts smartphones left unlocked for three days to protect user data from unauthorised access. This functionality is also expected to arrive on Android tablets. The move mirrors Apple's 'Inactivity Reboot' feature, launched with iOS 18.1 in October 2024, which reboots unatten...
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Apple's AirPods to Get Live Conversation Translation Feature With iOS 19 Update: Report
Apple's AirPods will reportedly receive a software update that introduces a conversation translation feature. These TWS (truly wireless stereo) headsets will utilise a connected iPhone's processor to enable real-time translation of in-person conversations. While this feature is already available on Google's Pixel Buds with Pixel phones, Apple had e...
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Apple Reportedly Developing Refreshed C1 Modem With mmWave Support for iPhone
A refreshed version of Apple’s C1 modem is said to be in development which adds a key functionality missing from the current model, as per the claims by an industry analyst. Introduced with the debut of the iPhone 16e last month, it is the Cupertino-based technology giant’s first-ever proprietary cellular modem which potentially reduces the com...
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Apple Partners With SpaceX to Offer Starlink Satellite Connectivity on iPhone; Beta Testing Commences
Apple is bringing the Starlink network to iPhone, according to a recent newsletter published by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. It is speculated to work similarly to the Emergency SOS via Satellite feature on iPhone which users get in touch with emergency services when they do not have a cellular network or Wi-Fi connectivity. The Cupertino-based technolo...
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Apple Intelligence Storage Requirement on iPhone, iPad and Mac Silently Increased
Apple has updated the storage requirements for Apple Intelligence — its suite of artificial intelligence (AI) features. It will now require nearly double the storage space to run on Apple devices such as the iPhone, iPad or Mac, compared to what was previously required. This is perhaps because several features part of the Apple Intelligence suite...
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Apple Developing Smart Home Doorbell With Support for FaceID and Third-Party Locks: Report
Apple will delve into the smart home market as it looks for new growth opportunities next year, according to a report. As part of its efforts, the Cupertino-based technology giant is said to be developing a smart home doorbell that will have FaceID support, enabling users to scan their face to gain entry, much like the iPhone. For enhanced function...
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iPhone 'Inactivity Reboot' Feature Restarts Device After 72 Hours, Expert Says
Apple's iOS 18.1 update added a new 'Inactivity Reboot' security feature that restarts a user's smartphone if it remains unlocked for three days, thereby protecting the device's data from unauthorised access. A security researcher has discovered the 'inactivity reboot' function included in the latest iOS update kicks in after 72 hours of inactivity...
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Apple Supplier Goertek to Be NPI Supplier for Two New Products Expected to Arrive in 2026: Ming-Chi Kuo
Apple has reportedly picked Goertek to be the NPI supplier for two new products slated for release in 2026, as per information disclosed by TF Securities International analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The iPhone maker plans to unveil a fresh iteration of AirPods featuring advanced health management functions, and the second product is said to be the company's...
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Apple Adds Support for Wired Xbox Controllers on iPhone, iPad and Mac With Latest Update: Report
iPhone, iPad and Mac will now officially support connection with a wired Xbox controller following Apple’s latest update, according to a report. This improves upon previous functionality which only allowed the pairing of game controllers via Bluetooth. Apple’s expansion of support for gaming accessories comes at a time when the company is launc...
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Truecaller for iOS Rolls Out Support for Automatic Spam Protection for Premium Users
Fulfilling the wishes of iPhone users, Truecaller will now bring in automatic spam blocking functionality with iOS 18. It is a guarantee that it will make the spam protection feature work on the Apple devices in toto to match it to the same with Android, which had enjoyed the feature for a long time. The most noteworthy feature of this update is t...
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iOS 18.1 Developer Beta 4 Update for iPhone With Type to Siri Suggestions Rolls Out
iOS 18.1 Developer Beta 4 update for iPhone was rolled out by Apple on Tuesday. Similar to prior beta updates, the fourth developer beta introduces a new feature that aims to enhance the functionality of Siri – Apple’s voice assistant. It also fixes several known issues involving Spotlight, Siri and other operating system (OS) elements.
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iPhone 16 Series' New Camera Control Button Lets You Access These Camera Functions
Apple's latest iPhone range that includes four models — iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max — features a new dedicated camera button on the side to snap shots quickly. It can be used to adjust settings without touching the screen and switch between different photo styles with swipes. Further, users can rely on the ne...
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Apple Podcasts Web App Now Available on Desktop With Up Next, Saved Library and More Features
Apple Podcasts web app is now available to users on desktop browsers such as Safari, Chrome and Edge. Previously, the desktop experience was only available on macOS but with this change, iPhone users can also listen to their podcasts on Windows-based desktops too, with features such as Up Next queue, list of saved shows and more.
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Apple to Allow Developers to Access iPhone NFC Functionality on iOS 18.1 in Select Regions
Apple will open up access to NFC connectivity on iPhone to third party app developers, the company has announced. Starting with an upcoming developer beta release of iOS 18.1, the iPhone maker will allow access to the NFC and Secure Element APIs on its smartphones, to developers in certain regions. iPhone owners will soon be able to make contactles...
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Slack Introduces Status, Catch Up and Slack Launcher Widgets for iPhone
Slack is bringing three new widgets to the iPhone, the company announced on Monday. The new widgets add catch-up, status view and other functionalities to the iPhone’s home and lock screens, enabling users to leap directly into the different tabs of the Slack app. The features are available to iPhone users following the app’s latest update.
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Android Smartphones Get Auto-Restart Security Feature With Latest Google Play Services Update
Google is rolling out a new Android security feature that automatically restarts smartphones left unlocked for three days to protect user data from unauthorised access. This functionality is also expected to arrive on Android tablets. The move mirrors Apple's 'Inactivity Reboot' feature, launched with iOS 18.1 in October 2024, which reboots unatten...
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Apple's AirPods to Get Live Conversation Translation Feature With iOS 19 Update: Report
Apple's AirPods will reportedly receive a software update that introduces a conversation translation feature. These TWS (truly wireless stereo) headsets will utilise a connected iPhone's processor to enable real-time translation of in-person conversations. While this feature is already available on Google's Pixel Buds with Pixel phones, Apple had e...
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Apple Reportedly Developing Refreshed C1 Modem With mmWave Support for iPhone
A refreshed version of Apple’s C1 modem is said to be in development which adds a key functionality missing from the current model, as per the claims by an industry analyst. Introduced with the debut of the iPhone 16e last month, it is the Cupertino-based technology giant’s first-ever proprietary cellular modem which potentially reduces the com...
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Apple Partners With SpaceX to Offer Starlink Satellite Connectivity on iPhone; Beta Testing Commences
Apple is bringing the Starlink network to iPhone, according to a recent newsletter published by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. It is speculated to work similarly to the Emergency SOS via Satellite feature on iPhone which users get in touch with emergency services when they do not have a cellular network or Wi-Fi connectivity. The Cupertino-based technolo...
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Apple Intelligence Storage Requirement on iPhone, iPad and Mac Silently Increased
Apple has updated the storage requirements for Apple Intelligence — its suite of artificial intelligence (AI) features. It will now require nearly double the storage space to run on Apple devices such as the iPhone, iPad or Mac, compared to what was previously required. This is perhaps because several features part of the Apple Intelligence suite...
-
Apple Developing Smart Home Doorbell With Support for FaceID and Third-Party Locks: Report
Apple will delve into the smart home market as it looks for new growth opportunities next year, according to a report. As part of its efforts, the Cupertino-based technology giant is said to be developing a smart home doorbell that will have FaceID support, enabling users to scan their face to gain entry, much like the iPhone. For enhanced function...
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iPhone 'Inactivity Reboot' Feature Restarts Device After 72 Hours, Expert Says
Apple's iOS 18.1 update added a new 'Inactivity Reboot' security feature that restarts a user's smartphone if it remains unlocked for three days, thereby protecting the device's data from unauthorised access. A security researcher has discovered the 'inactivity reboot' function included in the latest iOS update kicks in after 72 hours of inactivity...
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Apple Supplier Goertek to Be NPI Supplier for Two New Products Expected to Arrive in 2026: Ming-Chi Kuo
Apple has reportedly picked Goertek to be the NPI supplier for two new products slated for release in 2026, as per information disclosed by TF Securities International analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The iPhone maker plans to unveil a fresh iteration of AirPods featuring advanced health management functions, and the second product is said to be the company's...
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Apple Adds Support for Wired Xbox Controllers on iPhone, iPad and Mac With Latest Update: Report
iPhone, iPad and Mac will now officially support connection with a wired Xbox controller following Apple’s latest update, according to a report. This improves upon previous functionality which only allowed the pairing of game controllers via Bluetooth. Apple’s expansion of support for gaming accessories comes at a time when the company is launc...
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Truecaller for iOS Rolls Out Support for Automatic Spam Protection for Premium Users
Fulfilling the wishes of iPhone users, Truecaller will now bring in automatic spam blocking functionality with iOS 18. It is a guarantee that it will make the spam protection feature work on the Apple devices in toto to match it to the same with Android, which had enjoyed the feature for a long time. The most noteworthy feature of this update is t...
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iOS 18.1 Developer Beta 4 Update for iPhone With Type to Siri Suggestions Rolls Out
iOS 18.1 Developer Beta 4 update for iPhone was rolled out by Apple on Tuesday. Similar to prior beta updates, the fourth developer beta introduces a new feature that aims to enhance the functionality of Siri – Apple’s voice assistant. It also fixes several known issues involving Spotlight, Siri and other operating system (OS) elements.
-
iPhone 16 Series' New Camera Control Button Lets You Access These Camera Functions
Apple's latest iPhone range that includes four models — iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max — features a new dedicated camera button on the side to snap shots quickly. It can be used to adjust settings without touching the screen and switch between different photo styles with swipes. Further, users can rely on the ne...
-
Apple Podcasts Web App Now Available on Desktop With Up Next, Saved Library and More Features
Apple Podcasts web app is now available to users on desktop browsers such as Safari, Chrome and Edge. Previously, the desktop experience was only available on macOS but with this change, iPhone users can also listen to their podcasts on Windows-based desktops too, with features such as Up Next queue, list of saved shows and more.
-
Apple to Allow Developers to Access iPhone NFC Functionality on iOS 18.1 in Select Regions
Apple will open up access to NFC connectivity on iPhone to third party app developers, the company has announced. Starting with an upcoming developer beta release of iOS 18.1, the iPhone maker will allow access to the NFC and Secure Element APIs on its smartphones, to developers in certain regions. iPhone owners will soon be able to make contactles...
-
Slack Introduces Status, Catch Up and Slack Launcher Widgets for iPhone
Slack is bringing three new widgets to the iPhone, the company announced on Monday. The new widgets add catch-up, status view and other functionalities to the iPhone’s home and lock screens, enabling users to leap directly into the different tabs of the Slack app. The features are available to iPhone users following the app’s latest update.
