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Apple seeds third developer betas of iOS 18.5, macOS 15.5, watchOS 11.5 and more

Apple continues its development cycle, today seeding the third round of developer betas for its upcoming software updates across its ecosystem. Registered developers can now get their hands on new builds for iOS 18.5, iPadOS 18.5, macOS Sequoia 15.5, watchOS…

Facebook Instagram iOSApr 17, 2025Apr 17, 2025

Why you can’t use Apple Intelligence Writing Tools in Facebook and Instagram on iOS 18

Asma Hussain

If you’ve been trying to use Apple Intelligence’s handy Writing Tools within Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, or Threads on your iPhone or iPad recently, you might have noticed they’re simply not available. It appears Meta has deliberately opted out of supporting…

Apple TV Apple Watch iOS iPad iPhone MacApr 16, 2025Apr 16, 2025

iOS 18.5, macOS Sequoia 15.5, watchOS 11.5 public betas released with minor improvements

Asma Hussain

Apple has rolled out the first public betas of iOS 18.5, iPadOS 18.5, macOS Sequoia 15.5, watchOS 11.5, and tvOS 18.5, allowing users to test the upcoming software updates ahead of their expected launch in May. These public betas follow…

iOS iPadApr 14, 2025

iPadOS 19 might feature Mac-like productivity and multitasking improvements

Imran Hussain

Apple might finally be working on improving iPad multitasking and productivity with iPadOS 19 by making it work more like a Mac. This might address longtime user complaints who believe iPad has been held back by its software, despite featuring…

iOS iPad iPhone MacApr 4, 2025

iWork apps updates with iOS 18.4 and macOS Sequoia 15.4 feature support

Imran Hussain

Apple has released updates to its iWork suite of productivity apps: Pages, Numbers, and Keynote to support new features recently introduced in iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4. The updates are now available in the App Store for…

iOS iPhoneApr 2, 2025Apr 2, 2025

PSA: iOS 18.4 is bringing back deleted apps on iPhones – here’s what you can do

Asma Hussain

Have you updated to Apple’s iOS 18.4? If so, you may have noticed an unusual issue—previously deleted apps are unexpectedly reappearing on your iPhone. Numerous users have reported that apps and games they uninstalled months or even years ago are…

iOS iPhoneApr 2, 2025Apr 2, 2025

iOS 18.4 brings RCS support to more iPhone users, including Google Fi and Mint Mobile

Asma Hussain

Let’s talk about texting between iPhones and Androids – you know, the green bubble situation. Apple’s always been a bit slow to jump on board with universal messaging standards, but that’s changing with iOS 18.4. They’re finally rolling out support…

iOS iPad iPhoneApr 2, 2025Apr 2, 2025

Apple seeds iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5 beta 1 to developers

Imran Hussain

Apple has released the first beta for iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5 to developers. The update is available over-the-air for all compatible iPhone and iPadOS models, as well as from the Apple Developer Center. The update has been released just…

iOS iPhoneApr 2, 2025Apr 2, 2025

iOS 18.4 allows EU users to set Google Maps or Waze as the default navigation app

Asma Hussain

Apple recently released iOS 18.4 with added customization for users, especially those in the European Union. In a bid to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act and to offer more consumer control, Apple now allows users in the EU…

iOS iPad iPhone Product guidesApr 1, 2025Apr 1, 2025

Everything new in iOS 18.4: Apple Intelligence features, Photos updates, Vision Pro app, and security fixes

Asma Hussain

iOS 18.4, the fourth major update to iOS 18, is now available for iPhone users, bringing a host of new features, Apple Intelligence enhancements, and quality-of-life improvements. This update refines the user experience with smarter notifications, expanded language support, new…