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YouTubeJun 28, 2024

YouTube to expand its Premium subscription plans

YouTube has hinted at expanding its YouTube Premium subscription plans, offering more choices and potentially allowing you to share the benefits with your family. While details are still under wraps, here’s what we know so far: More plans for…

iOS iPad iPhoneJun 28, 2024

Samsung hotel TVs get AirPlay for iPhone and iPad users

by Ali Hasnain

Samsung recently announced that they’re rolling out AirPlay support for their line of hospitality TVs. This means iPhone and iPad users will be able to wirelessly stream content like videos, music, and photos directly to the TV in their hotel…

MacJun 25, 2024Jun 25, 2024

macOS Sequoia eliminates the need for twice the free space for App Store app installations

by Ali Hasnain

macOS Sequoia brings a significant improvement in how the operating system manages disk space for app installations from the App Store. This update eliminates the need for twice the free space previously required, providing a more efficient and user-friendly experience….

MacJun 25, 2024

macOS Sequoia lets you customize your AirPods audio

by Ali Hasnain

Apple’s upcoming macOS Sequoia update brings a much-anticipated feature to the Mac: Headphone Accommodations. This accessibility gem, previously exclusive to iPhones and iPads, lets you fine-tune your listening experience for a clearer, more personalized sound. Headphone Accommodations was a popular…

MacJun 24, 2024Jun 24, 2024

Apple releases second beta of macOS Sequoia to developers

by Ali Hasnain

Apple has released the second beta of macOS Sequoia to developers, giving us a closer look at the upcoming major update for Macs. This beta, arriving two weeks after the first iteration following WWDC 2024, brings exciting new features that…

iOS iPad iPhoneJun 24, 2024Jun 24, 2024

Apple releases second developer betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18

by Ali Hasnain

Apple has just rolled out the second developer betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, offering developers a fresh opportunity to explore the latest features and improvements coming to Apple devices later this year. What’s new in iOS 18 and…

iPadJun 24, 2024Jun 25, 2024

iPadOS 18 brings support for formatting external drives

by Ali Hasnain

iPadOS 18 could bring a much-requested feature: formatting external drives directly on your iPad. This eliminates the need to rely on a Mac for this task. Previously, formatting an external drive connected to your iPad meant borrowing a friend’s Mac…

iOSJun 24, 2024Jun 24, 2024

EU cracks down on Apple’s App Store: Anti-steering rules and developer fees under fire

by Ali Hasnain

The European Union (EU) is taking action against Apple’s App Store practices. The EU has accused Apple of violating the Digital Markets Act (DMA), a recently implemented regulation, with two key points of contention: anti-steering rules and developer fees. Anti-steering…

Apple TVJun 22, 2024Jun 22, 2024

Activating Night Shift on Apple Watch with Siri

by Ali Hasnain

Apple’s Night Shift feature, initially introduced for iPhones and iPads, has made its way to the Apple Watch, allowing users to reduce blue light exposure during evening hours. This can be incredibly beneficial for your sleep patterns and overall eye…

SpotifyJun 22, 2024

Spotify launches new $10.99 plan focused on just the music

by Ali Hasnain

Spotify recently launched a new, cheaper tier called “Basic” that targets users who aren’t interested in audiobooks. The new plan comes in at $10.99 per month – the same price as the previous standard Spotify Premium plan. This new tier…