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Android Facebook iPhoneFeb 1, 2023Feb 1, 2023

Facebook apps can drain iPhone and Android batteries by design says ex-Meta employee

A data scientist who was formerly employed by Meta just dropped a major truth bomb. The ex-Mets employee claims that Facebook apps can purposefully drain the batteries of both iPhones and Android smartphones in order to study how low battery…

iPhoneFeb 1, 2023Feb 1, 2023

Periscope camera lens will be exclusive to the 2024 iPhone 16 Pro Max

Asma Hussain

According to TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the 2024 iPhone 16 Pro Max will exclusively be the only iPhone model in the lineup to receive a more expensive, updated periscope camera lens with greater zoom capabilities. Apple to keep periscope…

InstagramJan 31, 2023Feb 1, 2023

Instagram Notes expand to the UK, Europe and Japan

Rida Imran

Instagram Notes will launch in the UK, Europe, and Japan this week. The company’s spokesperson Christine Pai informed The Verge of the feature’s rollout in new regions starting on Monday. In December 2022, Instagram released “Notes” for users to ask…

iOS MacJan 31, 2023Feb 1, 2023

1Password 8 for iOS and macOS to get new home screen, search, and more

Rida Imran

AgileBits has announced new features coming to 1Password 8 for iOS and macOS, soon. The updated app will get a new home screen with more customization options, search within any list, and more. 1Password is a popular password management tool…

WindowsJan 31, 2023Feb 1, 2023

Windows 11’s File Explorer to get modern design, new home button and more

Ali Hasnain

Microsoft is reportedly working on a major upgrade of File Explorer on Windows 11 that will improve its UI and introduce new features. The overhaul will include a modern design to match the rest of Windows 11 and features to…

WindowsJan 31, 2023Feb 1, 2023

Microsoft working on redesigned Edge browser with new UI and features

Ali Hasnain

Microsoft is working on a reimagined Edge web browser called “Phoenix”, which is designed to differentiate Microsoft Edge from other browsers. The new browser would have a different look and be more integrated with the operating system. Microsoft is also…

iOS iPhoneJan 31, 2023

Apple Support app now available in 3 more languages and 118 new regions

Rida Imran

Apple Support app has been updated to support more languages and expand its availability in over 100 regions. Apple Support app on iOS offers personalized access to assistance needed for all Apple products and services. Through the app, users can…

iPhoneJan 31, 2023Jan 31, 2023

iPhone 14 Crash Detection fetched help for unconscious victims within minutes

Rida Imran

In Tasmania, Australia, a four-wheel drive truck carrying five people and towing a horse float collided with a tree stump during the early hours on Monday. Fortunately, the iPhone 14 Crash Detection feature alerted the nearest police station of the…

Jan 31, 2023

Apple violates workers rights by going after employees who leak confidential info – NLRB

Rida Imran

Concluding a complaint filed by Apple’s former employee Ashley Gjovik in 2021, the US National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) prosecutors have found that the tech giant’s CEO Tim Cook and policies violate labor laws by going after workers who leaked…

Apple MusicJan 31, 2023Jan 31, 2023

Apple Music launches “Replay 2023”, a weekly updated playlist

Rida Imran

Apple Music has kickstarted this year with the launch of the new “Replay 2023” playlist which features listeners’ favorite tracks. It will be updated weekly to include all the songs subscribers have been grooving to. Since 2017, the music streaming…