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Apple WatchMar 10, 2024Mar 11, 2024

Apple releases watchOS 10.4 with “Ghost Touch” fix, new emoji and Siri improvements

Apple has released watchOS 10.4 alongside iOS 17.4, visionOS 1.1, macOS Sonoma 14.4, and HomePod 17.4. Aside from bug fixes and performance enhancements, watchOS 10.4 stands out with features like “ghost touch” resolution, new emojis, and multilingual Siri messages, making…

Apple Watch iPhoneMar 4, 2024Mar 4, 2024

Apple refreshes iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands with Spring 2024 collection

by Asma Hussain

In addition to revealing the new M3 MacBook Air, Apple has also updated its line of iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands. The Spring 2024 collection boasts an array of fresh pastels and vibrant hues, exuding a sense of renewal…

Apple WatchMar 4, 2024Mar 4, 2024

New $349 Hermès Tricot band redefines luxury for Apple Watch

by Asma Hussain

Apple and Hermès have once again teamed up to redefine luxury wearables with the release of the new knitted “Tricot” Apple Watch band. This latest addition to the Hermès collection combines timeless elegance with modern functionality, offering Apple Watch users…

Apple WatchFeb 22, 2024Feb 22, 2024

FDA unapproves smartwatches for blood glucose monitoring

by Ali Hasnain

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a public health advisory, expressing concerns about unapproved smartwatches that claim to measure blood glucose levels. The FDA has highlighted significant risks associated with using these devices, despite the concept of…

Apple WatchFeb 17, 2024Feb 17, 2024

Peloton reverses its previous decision and continues to support Apple GymKit integration

by Ali Hasnain

Peloton initially planned to remove GymKit support but reversed course due to customer backlash. GymKit integration will continue on Bike+ and other compatible machines. Peloton acknowledges the value of seamless data syncing between your Apple Watch and Peloton workouts In…

Apple Watch iPhoneFeb 13, 2024Feb 13, 2024

Gentler Streak v4.4 offers 6 custom icons and 14 new fitness indicators

by Asma Hussain

The popular fitness-tracking app Gentler Streak has recently undergone a significant update, expanding its capabilities to provide even more tailored guidance to users. The latest version, launched on February 9th with a 4.4 update, introduces 14 new fitness status indicators,…

Apple WatchFeb 11, 2024Feb 11, 2024

Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 suffer from unexplained phantom touches

by Asma Hussain

When it comes to technology, occasional glitches are inevitable, even in the most meticulously crafted devices. Recently, Apple Watch owners have been reporting a bizarre phenomenon plaguing the Series 9 and Ultra 2: phantom touches. These mysterious occurrences have left…

Apple WatchFeb 9, 2024Feb 9, 2024

Apple wins in legal dispute over Apple Watch’s ECG technology against AliveCor

by Ali Hasnain

On February 6th, 2024, a California judge ruled in favor of Apple, dismissing an antitrust lawsuit brought by medical technology company AliveCor. The case centered around Apple’s heart-monitoring technology used in the Apple Watch, with AliveCor accusing Apple of stifling…

Apple Watch iPad iPhoneJan 18, 2024Jan 18, 2024

Apple unveiled its annual Black Unity collection, featuring an Apple Watch face, sport band, iPhone and iPad wallpaper

by Ali Hasnain

Apple has unveiled its annual Black Unity collection, bringing a vibrant and symbolic expression of Pan-Africanism and community to your Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad. This year’s collection, themed around unity and resilience, features bold floral designs and interactive elements,…

Apple WatchJan 16, 2024

Apple to drop Apple Watch’s blood oxygen feature to dodge import ban

by Ali Hasnain

The Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 may face a significant setback in the US market. A legal battle with medical device giant Masimo could potentially lead to the removal of the Watch’s highly valued blood oxygen…