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iPhoneAug 26, 2021Aug 26, 2021

New Today at Apple session shows how to take expressive pet portraits on iPhone with photographer Sophie Gamand

Apple shared a new Today at Apple session on its YouTube channel, explaining how to take expressive pet portraits on iPhone. The ten-minute video explains how to use various portrait modes, angles, and concentrates to capture great pet photos. The session…

iPadAug 26, 2021Aug 26, 2021

Zoom updated with ‘Raise Hand’, ‘Thumbs Up’ gesture recognition and other new features

Asma Hussain

Video conferencing app Zoom has been updated with new features including gesture recognition on iPad alongside Focus Mode, chat sidebar enhancements, and more. Gesture recognition adds a new layer of visual interaction to conference calls allowing users to make gestures…

iOS iPad iPhone MacAug 26, 2021Aug 26, 2021

iCloud subscribers can create custom domains on iCloud+ beta

Rida Imran

Apple will be upgrading its iCloud subscription to iCloud+ this fall. Without any extra charge, the cloud service will offer new premium features like Private Relay, Hide My Email, and expanded HomeKit Secure Video support. In addition, the subscribers will…

iOSAug 25, 2021

Apple and Google are saved by the South Korean axe to end their in-app purchase commissions

Rida Imran

A regulatory bill to curb the dominance of Apple and Google on in-app purchases’ commission is put on hold, for an indefinite time. Yonhap reports that the plenary session for final voting on the bill was “delayed until further notice.”…

MacAug 25, 2021Aug 25, 2021

TestFlight beta for macOS is now available for developers to test their Mac apps

Rida Imran

The beta of TestFlight for macOS is now live for developers to submit beta versions of their Mac apps. Announced at WWDC 21 event, for the first time Apple is offering TestFlight for Mac which will give developers the opportunity…

iOS Android TwitterAug 25, 2021Aug 25, 2021

Twitter tests a new feature to allow users to easily discover more Spaces

Rida Imran

Twitter announced that it is testing a new feature to help users discover more Spaces on iOS and Android versions of the app. Currently, for some users Spaces which their contacts are listening to will appear on top of their…

iPhoneAug 25, 2021Aug 25, 2021

With only 3% share of iPhone 13 manufacturing order, Luxshare reports record revenues in 1H of 2021

Rida Imran

After assembling AirPods and Apple Watches for years, the Cupertino tech giant deepened its relationship with Chinese manufacturer Luxshare Precision Industry by giving it a three percent share of iPhone 13 manufacturing. And that has boosted the manufacturer’s revenue, significantly….

Apple WatchAug 25, 2021Aug 25, 2021

Apple Watch saved an elderly man’s life for a second time

Rida Imran

Apple Watch saved a 70 years old retired management consultant, Danial Pfau from a fatal injury. The thankful Pfau says that his smartwatch’s intuitive features have saved his life for a second time during his visits to Marthas’ Vineyard. Apple…

Apple TVAug 25, 2021Aug 25, 2021

Amy Brenneman joins the cast of ‘Shining Girls’ thriller series on Apple TV+

Rida Imran

Deadline reports the Amy Brenneman will join Elisabeth Moss on Apple TV+’s upcoming thriller series ‘Shining Girls’. Previously, Jamie Bell was signed to play the role of a mysterious loner. Brenneman is known for her work in the hit drama…

iPhoneAug 25, 2021Aug 25, 2021

Everybody is affected by the global chip shortage except Apple – Analyst

Rida Imran

A mobile market survey by Wave7 Research reveals that amidst global chip shortage Apple’s iPhone sales are going strong while the supply of lower-cost Android smartphones in the U.S faces a major hit. As the Cupertino tech giant locks chipset…