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iOS iPhoneDec 1, 2022

Download iOS 16.1.2 IPSW firmware files for iPhone

Download iOS 16.1.2 IPSW firmware files for your iPhone here. These files can be used to clean install iOS on your iPhone, or restore it, using a computer. Apple released iOS 16.1.2 today with crash detection optimizations and improvements for…

iOS iPhoneDec 1, 2022Dec 1, 2022

iOS 16.1.2 released with improved crash detection and carrier compatibility

by Imran Hussain

Apple has released iOS 16.1.2 for all compatible iPhone models. The update features crash detection optimizations and improvements for compatibility with wireless carriers. This release also includes security updates. The update is a minor one and is available as an…

Apple Watch iOS iPhoneNov 28, 2022Nov 29, 2022

Apple launches the ‘Oceanic+’ app on Apple Watch Ultra

by Rida Imran

The highly anticipated app for extreme sports “Oceanic+ app” is now available on Apple Watch Ultra. Designed by Huish Outdoors for recreational scuba divers, the app was announced in September at the launch of the first-generation 49mm Apple Watch Ultra….

Android iOS WhatsAppNov 28, 2022Nov 29, 2022

WhatsApp launches “Message Yourself” feature for users to message themselves

by Rida Imran

WhatsApp has released a new “Message Yourself” feature to iOS and Android users, worldwide. The new feature makes it easy for users to chat with themselves to send reminders, to-do lists, save links, motivational quotes, and more. Previously, WhatsApp introduced…

iOSNov 28, 2022Nov 28, 2022

App Store devs in South Korea will no longer have to pay Apple 33% in commission

by Asma Hussain

Apple has promised to correct an odd Apple Store policy that was forcing developers in South Korea to pay 33% in commission, according to South Korea’s Fair Trade Commission. Developers in the region will now be required to pay the…

How tos iOS iPhoneNov 23, 2022Nov 24, 2022

How to show battery percentage for selected devices on iOS 16 Lock Screen

by Rida Imran

iOS 16 Lock Screen allows iPhone users to set widgets to view information at a glance. The battery widget on the iOS 16 Lock Screen is very useful because it allows users to not only view the battery percentage of…

iOSNov 23, 2022Nov 23, 2022

Researchers discover $65 million ad fraud related to Apple iCloud Private Relay IP addresses

by Rida Imran

The Ad Fraud and Compliance (AFAC) research team at Pixalate has found a multi-million dollar ad fraud or invalid traffic (IVT) scam connected to iCloud Private Relay. Using a widespread “iP64” exploit, scammers have cost advertisers more than $65 million…

Android iOS iPhoneNov 23, 2022Nov 23, 2022

UK probes Apple and Google restrictions on cloud gaming and web browsing on mobile

by Rida Imran

UK regulatory body, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced the launch of a formal investigation of Apple and Google’s restrictions on cloud gaming and web browsing on mobile. Previously, CMA published a report on the mobile ecosystem market…

How tos iOS iPhoneNov 22, 2022Nov 24, 2022

How to view filtered texts per SIM in the Messages app on iOS 16

by Rida Imran

iPhone XS and newer models offer dual SIM support so that users can keep their business and personal phone numbers and contacts separate. Dual SIM support comes very handy when traveling as well, users can purchase a local SIM and…

How tos iOS iPad iPhoneNov 22, 2022Nov 23, 2022

How to add multiple stops on a route on iOS 16 Apple Maps

by Rida Imran

iOS 16 introduced a new multistop routing feature on Apple Maps. The helpful feature allows users to add up to 15 stops in advance on a route while following driving or cycling directions in the Maps app. Apple Maps users…