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iPhoneNov 30, 2021Nov 30, 2021

Driven by iPhone 13 series, Apple becomes #1 smartphone brand in China

The latest flagship iPhone 13 series launched with subtle but significant changes in September this year and more importantly, the new series launched at a time when other smartphone manufacturers are facing supply constraints challenges due to the global chip…

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Safari extension “Vinegar” replaces YouTube player with HTML5 based player to remove bloat

Rida Imran

Safari extensions allow users to personalize their web browsing experience on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. App Store offers several extensions to alleviate that web browsing via Apple’s native browser. A Safari extension for YouTube “Vinegar” is updated with new features…

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Apple still pursuing the AirPower charging mat to wirelessly charge all devices

Rida Imran

Apple shelved the alleged AirPower a few years ago after the wireless charging mat was not able to efficiently distribute thermal and faced overheating issues, especially when charging an Apple Watch which consumes more power than iPhone and AirPods. However,…

How tos iOS iPhone iPod TouchNov 27, 2021Nov 27, 2021

How to stop entering Picture-in-Picture automatically on iPhone

Asma Hussain

Picture-in-Picture allows you to play videos from one app while you go on about using your iPhone as usual. The video will continue to play in a small thumbnail window, allowing two apps to multitask on your iPhone. While the…

How tos iPhoneNov 27, 2021Nov 27, 2021

How to disable Focus Sharing across Apple devices from iPhone

Asma Hussain

Focus mode was introduced as a part of iOS 15. It allows you to personalize your device based on what you are currently doing with four main categories: Do Not Disturb, Personal, Work, and Sleep. The feature uses on-device intelligence…

How tos iOS iPhoneNov 26, 2021Nov 26, 2021

How to apply Photographic Styles on iPhone 13 to capture personalized pictures and selfies

Rida Imran

Apple has introduced new “Photographic Styles” filter-like settings on iPhone 13 series so users capture personalized photos and selfies by adjusting their contrast, tone, and other elements in the surrounding without compromising the skin tone. The feature offers a Vibrant…

iOS iPad iPhone iPod Touch MacNov 26, 2021Aug 5, 2023

Wdgts 2 is the first app to add desktop widgets to macOS

Asma Hussain

Wdgts 2 is a new app on the iOS and Mac App Store that has been built from the ground up with SwftUI and features a large collection of incredibly useful widgets for iPhone, iPad, and Mac that are always…

How tos iOS iPhoneNov 25, 2021Feb 18, 2022

How to record ProRes video on iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max

Rida Imran

Apple has upgraded the camera system across the latest flagship iPhone 13 series with sensor-shift image stabilization, cinematic mode, and Photographic Styles features. However, the company kept a few advanced features exclusive for its Pro models. Powered by the new…

iOS iPhoneNov 25, 2021

Head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri will testify before Congress on the app’s impact on children

Rida Imran

Adam Mosseri, Head of Instagram has agreed to testify before Congress on the impact of the app on children at the consumer protection subcommittee of the Senate’s Commerce Committee on December 6, 2021. New York Times reports that led by…

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Shazam app is updated with the ability to find more songs by listening longer

Rida Imran

Shazam app is updated with a new ability to find more songs by playing the track longer. Apple acquired Shazam in 2018 for $400 million and the app’s audio-recognition technology has enabled the Cupertino tech giant to introduce DJ mixes…