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Everything you need to know about iOS, Apple’s mobile operating system for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch

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iOSiPhoneMar 1, 2024

Setapp: A new app marketplace arrives on iPhones (EU only…for now)

Ali Hasnain

Setapp is poised to be one of the first alternative app marketplaces available on iPhones in the European Union. This is due to a recent change in Apple’s practices, prompted by the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). Launched in 2016,…

Tim Cook Apple
iOSFeb 29, 2024Mar 1, 2024

Tim Cook signals Apple’s commitment to generative AI for iOS 18

Asma Hussain

Building on earlier hints about groundbreaking advancements in generative AI slated for release later in 2024, Apple CEO Tim Cook again sparked excitement among tech enthusiasts and investors during the company’s annual shareholders meeting. Though the Cupertino tech company is…

Apple ID
iOSFeb 29, 2024

Apple plans to rename Apple ID to “Apple Account”

Ali Hasnain

According to reports, Apple is planning to rename its widely-used “Apple ID” to “Apple Account” sometime this year. It is expected that this change will happen alongside the launch of iOS 18 and macOS 15. What is an Apple ID? …

Google Maps
AndroidiOSFeb 28, 2024Feb 28, 2024

Google Maps’ “glanceable directions” feature finally rolling out widely

Ali Hasnain

After a longer-than-expected wait, Google Maps’ “glanceable directions” feature is finally rolling out widely to iOS and Android devices. This feature prioritizes both safety and convenience, making navigating with your phone less distracting and more efficient. Google Maps’ glanceable directions …

iOS-18-
iOSiPhoneFeb 27, 2024Feb 28, 2024

iOS 18 expected features: Siri improvements, Home Screen refresh, generative AI and more

Ali Hasnain

Apple’s highly anticipated iOS 18 update is set to arrive in September 2024, promising significant improvements to the iPhone and iPad experience. While details remain under wraps until the official WWDC 2024 announcement in June, here’s a comprehensive breakdown of…

VisionOS iOS 18
iOSiPhoneFeb 25, 2024Feb 26, 2024

iOS 18 “compelling” redesign to arrive this year, macOS upgrade slated for 2025

Asma Hussain

A new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman hints at upcoming design changes for iOS 18 and macOS. According to Gurman, the next-generation software update for the iPhone will take design cues from the Vision Pro’s operating system. While the specific…

iOS 17.4 beta
iOSiPhoneFeb 21, 2024Feb 21, 2024

iOS 17.4 beta 4 arrives with new Simplified Battery Health, CarPlay 2.0, and more

Ali Hasnain

Apple dropped iOS 17.4 beta 4 this week, offering developers and early adopters a fresh peek at upcoming features and changes. iOS 17.4 beta: Here are all the changes and improvements This update doesn’t bring major visual changes, but it…

iMessage RCS iPhone
iOSiPhoneFeb 19, 2024Feb 20, 2024

China’s RCS mandate likely forced Apple to embrace the standard, not the EU

Asma Hussain

Apple’s recent announcement to integrate Rich Communication Services (RCS) with iMessage sparked surprise within the tech community. Initial speculation centered on the influence of European Union regulations, but new reports suggest a different driving force: the dynamics of the Chinese…

iOS 17.3
iOSiPhoneFeb 17, 2024

Apple stopped signing iOS 17.3, users can no longer downgrade

Ali Hasnain

Apple stopped signing iOS 17.3 on February 15, 2024, following the release of iOS 17.3.1 a few days earlier. This means that if you’re currently on iOS 17.3.1 or later, you can’t downgrade back to iOS 17.3. Upgrade to iOS…

tvOs 17 - FaceTime - Apple TV 4K
Apple TVHomePodiOSFeb 15, 2024Feb 15, 2024

Apple removed SharePlay feature from the HomePod in the latest iOS 17.4 and tvOS 17.4 betas

Ali Hasnain

Apple has removed the SharePlay feature from the HomePod in the latest iOS 17.4 and tvOS 17.4 betas. Apple hasn’t given a reason for removing the feature, but it’s likely still under development and will be added back in a…

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