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How tos iOS iPhoneApr 27, 2024

How to disable “Discoverable by Others” setting in iOS 17 Journal app

Apple’s Journal app, introduced with iOS 17.2, offers users a convenient way to capture and reflect on their everyday moments. However, one default setting, “Discoverable by Others,” has sparked privacy concerns. Confused by the “Discoverable by Others” setting on your…

Apple TV Apple Watch iOS iPad iPhone Mac VisionApr 23, 2024

Apple seeds beta 3 for iOS 17.5, iPadOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5, watchOS 10.5, and tvOS 17.5

Imran Hussain

Apple has released beta 3 updates for iOS 17.5, iPadOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5, watchOS 10.5, and tvOS 17.5 to developers. The third visionOS 1.2 beta has also been released to developers today. The updates are available over-the-air for eligible…

iOS iPadApr 23, 2024Apr 23, 2024

Apple to introduce Calculator app for iPad with iPadOS 18

Asma Hussain

The future of iPadOS 18 brings exciting news for iPad users: the possible arrival of a native Calculator app. For over a decade, iPads have lacked this seemingly basic functionality, leaving users to find workarounds with third-party apps. With iPadOS…

Android Games iOS Nintendo SwitchApr 22, 2024

Top 5 best free Pokemon games for Switch and mobile

Ali Hasnain

The Pokemon franchise has captivated gamers for generations. From the pixelated charm of the Game Boy originals to the sprawling open worlds of recent titles, there’s a Pokemon experience for every trainer. But what if you’re feeling nostalgic or simply…

iOS iPhoneApr 22, 2024Apr 22, 2024

iOS 18 to prioritize privacy and speed with on-device AI processing

Asma Hussain

Apple is gearing up to unveil its iOS 18 at WWDC in June, and all indications suggest that the tech giant is doubling down on artificial intelligence technologies. The latest buzz suggests that Apple’s upcoming iOS 18 will feature advanced…

iOS iPhoneApr 20, 2024Apr 20, 2024

European regulators to approve Apple’s Tap-to-Pay access

Ali Hasnain

European regulators are expected to approve Apple’s plan to allow access to their NFC chip for Tap-to-Pay functions. This move will enable banks and other payment apps to offer contactless payment options on iPhones without depending on Apple Pay. For…

Apple TV iOS iPhoneApr 19, 2024

Emulators for PlayStation, GameCube, Wii, and SEGA coming to the App Store

Ali Hasnain

There is a multi-emulator app called Provenance in development that aims to bring the emulation of classic game consoles to iPhone and Apple TV. This follows a recent change in Apple’s App Review Guidelines that now allows “retro game console…

iOS iPhoneApr 18, 2024Apr 18, 2024

AltStore PAL: A game-changing alternative app marketplace for iPhone users in the EU

Ali Hasnain

AltStore has unveiled PAL, a new alternative app marketplace launched for iPhones in the European Union. It’s part of a new feature introduced in iOS 17.4 that allows alternative app stores. AltStore PAL is not just another third-party app repository;…

Games iOS Nintendo SwitchApr 17, 2024Apr 17, 2024

New NES emulator hit the App Store, but was quickly removed

Ali Hasnain

There was briefly an NES emulator available on the App Store called Bimmy. It was quickly removed by the developer, likely due to concerns about copyright infringement. News of Bimmy sent a wave of nostalgia crashing through the retro gaming…

iOS iPad iPhoneApr 17, 2024

Apple seeds iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 beta 2 to developers

Imran Hussain

Apple has released iOS 17.5 beta 2 and iPadOS 17.5 beta 2 to developers. The update is now available over-the-air for iPhone and iPad, as well as via Apple Developer Center for download. iOS 17.5 beta 1 and iPadOS 17.5…