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Feb 13, 2025

Apple is developing smart home robots, but don’t expect them before 2028

Apple is reportedly exploring robotics as part of its future smart home ecosystem, with analyst Ming-Chi Kuo revealing that the company is working on both humanoid and non-humanoid robots. However, Apple’s robotics projects remain in the early proof-of-concept stage, and…

Apple TVFeb 13, 2025

Apple TV app launches on Android with Apple TV+ streaming, MLS Season Pass, and offline downloads

Asma Hussain

Apple has officially launched the Apple TV app on Android, making its Apple TV+ streaming service, MLS Season Pass, and digital movie library accessible to a much wider audience. The new app is now available for download on the Google…

Feb 12, 2025Feb 13, 2025

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 launched with heart rate monitoring, ANC, and improved design

Asma Hussain

Beats has officially launched the Powerbeats Pro 2, the much-anticipated successor to its fitness-focused wireless earbuds. These new earbuds come with a host of improvements, including heart rate monitoring, Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), a sleeker and lighter design, and extended…

Apple Watch iOS iPad iPhone Mac VisionFeb 11, 2025

Apple releases iOS 18.3.1, macOS Sequoia 15.3.1, and more with critical security fixes

Asma Hussain

Apple has rolled out iOS 18.3.1, iPadOS 18.3.1, watchOS 11.3.1, macOS Sequoia 15.3.1, and visionOS 2.3.1, bringing essential security fixes and bug improvements to its ecosystem. While these updates do not introduce new features, they address critical vulnerabilities, including one…

Feb 11, 2025

Apple’s smart home hub ‘HomePad’ may not arrive until late 2025

Asma Hussain

Apple’s long-rumored smart home hub, often referred to as the “HomePad,” is reportedly still months away from release, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Initially expected to launch as early as March, the device is now unlikely to ship until at…

iPhoneFeb 8, 2025Feb 8, 2025

Apple’s iPhone SE 4 and Powerbeats Pro 2 could launch next week

Asma Hussain

Apple is set to launch the iPhone SE 4, and reports suggest the announcement could happen as soon as next week. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple will likely introduce the new iPhone SE via a press release rather than…

iPhoneFeb 8, 2025

DeepSeek found bypassing Apple’s security measures, exposing user data

Asma Hussain

DeepSeek, a popular AI chatbot app, is facing serious security concerns after researchers discovered multiple vulnerabilities that could expose user data and pose a national security risk. A recent investigation by cybersecurity firm NowSecure revealed that the app transmits unencrypted…

MacFeb 7, 2025

Apple’s M5 chip enters mass production for 2025 MacBook Pro and iPad Pro

Asma Hussain

Apple’s upcoming M5 chip is already in mass production, as reports from South Korean media indicate that the company has moved forward with the manufacturing process, signaling its next-generation silicon is nearing release. Expected to arrive in devices as soon…

iPhoneFeb 7, 2025

How SparkCat malware steals cryptocurrency from infected apps on iOS and Android

Asma Hussain

In a troubling development, cybersecurity researchers at Kaspersky have uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign targeting both iOS and Android devices. Known as SparkCat, this malware leverages optical character recognition (OCR) technology to scan users’ photo galleries and extract sensitive cryptocurrency…

MacFeb 7, 2025

Apple expands Self Service Repair program to M4 Macs

Asma Hussain

Apple has taken another significant step in expanding its Self Service Repair program, now offering parts and tools for all M4-powered Macs, including the MacBook Pro, iMac, and Mac mini, in the U.S. and several European countries. Launched in 2022,…