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Sep 3, 2021Sep 3, 2021

Security researcher develops Lightning cable with hidden chip that hackers can use to steal passwords or other data

An upgraded version of a malicious Lightning cable known as the OMG Cable can steal passwords, other data and remotely send it to a hacker who could be miles away. These cables are currently in mass production waiting to be…

Apple TVSep 3, 2021Sep 3, 2021

Apple TV+ to wrap up ‘Dickinson’ following season 3

by Asma Hussain

Dickinson, a dark comedy following the life of poet Emily Dickinson, was one of the first TV shows to arrive on Apple TV+ when it launched in November 2019. With season three of Dickinson arriving on November 5, Apple has…

Apple WatchSep 2, 2021Sep 2, 2021

Apple is working on including a blood pressure monitor, thermometer to Apple Watch by 2022

by Asma Hussain

According to a new report, Apple is working on several new health-related sensors for Apple Watch including a blood pressure monitor and a thermometer to help with fertility planning, among others. These features will most likely be added to the…

TwitterSep 2, 2021Sep 2, 2021

Twitter is testing new ‘Safety Mode’ to autoblock spammy or abusive replies

by Asma Hussain

Twitter is testing a new feature called ‘Safety Mode’ which is aimed at helping users limit “unwelcome interactions” on their feed. The feature will impose an automatic seven-day block on accounts that use potentially harmful language including unwanted, spammy, or…

iOSAug 31, 2021Aug 31, 2021

Clubhouse adds support for Spatial Audio to make it easier to identify who is speaking

by Asma Hussain

Popular voice chat app Clubhouse recently announced that it now supports Spatial Audio in iOS. The immersive surround sound feature not only makes conversations feel more lifelike, but it makes it easy to identify who is speaking on a call….

iOSAug 31, 2021Aug 31, 2021

Australia considering stricter regulation for Apple Pay and other digital wallets

by Asma Hussain

According to a new report, the Australian government is considering new laws that would tighten the regulation of digital payment systems like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and China’s WeChat Pay. Currently, these services are not designated as payment systems, which…

Deals iPhoneAug 31, 2021Sep 7, 2021

Here are the best iPhone 12 MagSafe cases you can buy online

by Asma Hussain

iPhone 12’s MagSafe is all the rage nowadays and it has opened up a new ecosystem of accessories and cases. Even Android OEMs are jumping on the action to offer their own version of MagSafe. MagSafe allows you to not…

iOSAug 30, 2021Aug 30, 2021

iCloud Private Relay feature leaking users’ original address through WebRTC

by Asma Hussain

During the WWDC 21 keynote, Apple announced its updated iCloud+ subscription. The service includes a new feature called iCloud Private Relay which is aimed at making web browsing safer by hiding users’ IP addresses and sharing their approximate location, instead of…

iPhoneAug 30, 2021Aug 30, 2021

iPhone 13 could feature satellite connectivity, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo

by Asma Hussain

Apple could be adding new radio technology to its upcoming iPhone 13 lineup. In an investor note, TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said that he expects the next-gen iPhone models to feature a low-earth-orbit (LEO) satellite communication mode. This would…

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How to use iOS 15 portrait video and audio effects in any app including Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok

by Asma Hussain

Apple’s latest software update, iOS 15, allows any app that uses your iPhone’s camera and mic to take advantage of portrait video and audio effects. You can use these effects in Instagram Stories, Snapchat videos, and even TikToks. Portrait video…