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MacFeb 10, 2021Feb 11, 2021

macOS Big Sur 11.2.1 released with fixes for sudo root access bug and battery charging for MacBook Pro

Apple has released macOS 11.2.1. The minor update fixes a security bug with sudo, which could give root access to hackers. It also fixes an issue that could prevent the battery from charging in some 2016 and 2017 MacBook Pro…

MacFeb 10, 2021

Turn a game controller into a remote control for Mac with ‘Controlly’ app

by Usman Hussain

Controlly is a new app on the Mac App Store which is designed to turn a gaming controller into a full-featured remote controller for a Mac. Controlly allows the user to not only move the cursor using the analog sticks…

iOS iPad iPhone iPodFeb 10, 2021Jul 3, 2026

Apple testing new location for ads in the Search tab of App Store with iOS 14.5 beta

by Asma Hussain

According to a recent report, it looks like Apple is testing out a new way to integrate ads for apps in the App Store in the iOS 14.5 beta. An advertised app now appears as the first suggested app when…

MacFeb 10, 2021Feb 10, 2021

‘Freezeframe’ app for Mac lets users intelligently save and share their workspaces

by Usman Hussain

A new app has been launched by a team of developers and designers for Mac called Freezeframe, which lets users save different workspaces to re-use later. Freezeframe takes a present snapshot of your tabs and windows and lets you return…

Feb 10, 2021Feb 10, 2021

Bloomberg details how Apple under Tim Cook’s leadership has become U.S first $2 trillion company – Story Time

by Rida Imran

Today, Apple is a huge global name with the power to internationally influence technological innovation, shape policies, and lifestyle. However, that was the case always. After the demise of its visionary founder, Steve Jobs, Apple was expected to stagnate without…

iPhoneFeb 10, 2021

iPhone 12 chip shortage to get worse in H1 2021 – Report

by Asma Hussain

Back in November 2020, it was reported that Apple was facing a shortage of power management chips for its iPhone 12 line-up due to the COVID-19 crisis. A recent report suggests that component shortages for the smartphone industry will only…

Feb 10, 2021Feb 13, 2021

Apple may partner with BMW or Honda to manufacture Apple Car – Report

by Rida Imran

The rumor mills have already reported that Apple is in talks with four potential automobile manufacturers to assemble its first autonomous electric vehicle, Apple Car. Now a new report claims that the Cupertino tech giant is exploring partnership deals with…

Feb 10, 2021Feb 10, 2021

Praising the new ATT feature, EU antitrust VP warns Apple to impartially implement the privacy update

by Rida Imran

Apple’s upcoming ATT feature will require all developers to ask permission to track iPhone users’ activity across third-party apps and websites. Expected to launch in iOS 14.5 update in Spring, the ATT feature will forever change the way free social…

Games MacFeb 10, 2021Feb 10, 2021

Fallout 4, GTA 4, Counterstrike GO, and more games tested on M1 Mac

by Usman Hussain

Apple’s latest M1 chip-based MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini support CrossOver 20 for running Windows games. CrossOver is based on the open-source Wine project that enables users to run some 32-bit Windows games and apps on Linux and…

Apple WatchFeb 9, 2021Feb 9, 2021

Apple Watch ECG feature approved by Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration

by Usman Hussain

The Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods has approved Apple Watch ECG feature, now the company can officially release the ECG app and irregular heart rhythm notifications feature on the smartphone in the country. Apple Watch’s ECG feature was introduced in…