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iOS iPhoneNov 15, 2021Nov 16, 2021

Apple “secretly” advertises apps without developers consent to earn in-app revenue

Forbes reports that Apple is “secretly” buying Google ads for top apps to earn in-app purchases revenue. Several developers have complained that the company is placing ads without their consent and Google will not delete them. It is predicted that…

iOS InstagramNov 15, 2021Nov 16, 2021

Instagram to add new features to one moderator and the option to like Stories

Rida Imran

Reverse engineering expert, Alessandro Paluzzi has found that Instagram is testing three new features: add moderator, like Stories, and more. Recently, the popular social media platform announced that it is testing a new “Take a Break” feature which will send…

Apple TV iOS iPadNov 15, 2021Nov 15, 2021

iPadOS 15.2 beta 2 features a revamped Apple TV app with a sidebar and a new Store tab

Asma Hussain

Apple recently released the second beta of iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 for developers. Along with Messages Communication Safety in iMessage and the ability to access and use Hide My Email directly from the Mail app, the beta also brings…

iOS iPhoneNov 13, 2021Nov 13, 2021

iOS 15.2 beta 2 introduces a toggle for iPhone 13 Pro’s Macro photography mode in the camera app

Rida Imran

Apple introduced an advanced photography mode in iPhone 13 Pro models, the Macro photography mode. The iPhone 13 Pro’s camera system automatically switches to macro photography mode when the lens is too close to an object to take incredibly detailed…

How tos iOS iPhoneNov 13, 2021Nov 13, 2021

How to create a Fitness Focus mode to limit distractions while working out

Asma Hussain

Focus modes in iOS 15 allow users to create custom focus modes in which they can allow certain apps and people to contact them while they are busy with work, mindfulness, driving, etc. You can also create a Fitness Focus…

iOS iPad iPhoneNov 12, 2021Nov 13, 2021

Prime Video now lets users share clips from their favorite shows on iOS

Rida Imran

Amazon has announced a new feature to easily share clips for Prime Video subscribers. Currently, available to iOS users in the United States, the new feature is the first of its kind powered by X-Ray technology which is designed to…

iOS iPad iPhone iPod TouchNov 12, 2021Nov 13, 2021

Apple Store app update features new ‘add to list’ option to save items

Rida Imran

The Apple Store app is updated to version 5.14 which introduces a new “save items” option so that users can easily share the products they wish to buy with a Specialist at its retail store. Previously, the company released support…

iOS iPhoneNov 12, 2021

Apple exec talks about the origin of the Shot on iPhone campaign – “a ridiculously simple idea”

Rida Imran

Launched in 2014, the ‘Shot on iPhone’ campaign has proven to be a successful marketing strategy for Apple which started with the outdoor advertisements of pictures shot in iPhone by users and gained popularity in the digital world. The man…

iOS iPad iPhoneNov 11, 2021

Apple sells updated Rotor Riot controller for gaming on iPhone and iPad

Rida Imran

Gaming enthusiasts can now purchase the updated Rotor Riot Lightning-connected game controller on apple.com for $49.99. The controller is compatible with iPhone and iPad for iOS users to enjoy their favorite games on any screen. With the expanding games catalog…

Gmail iOS iPad iPhoneNov 11, 2021Nov 11, 2021

Google’s new features on iOS include Gmail widget, PiP support on Meet and more

Rida Imran

Google has announced new features on its iOS apps: Gmail, Meet, and Sheets. The new features are designed to bring improvements to Google apps on iPhone and iPad for users to stay productive and organized. Recently, the company announced the…