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Snapchat introduced new threads, survey and other messaging features on iOS

Snapchat Inc. has kicked off 2022 with a set of new features to reply in group chats, conduct opinion polls, and more on iOS. The company has been working to compete with the popular video recording app, TikTok. Previously for…

iOS iPad iPhoneJan 13, 2022

Microsoft Teams offers Walkie Talkie app on iOS for safe communication during the COVID-19 pandemic

Rida Imran

Microsoft Teams now offers a new Walkie Talkie app on iOS devices for users to carry clear, instant, and secure communication, especially the frontline workers. The new app is also available on Android and Zebra devices. In a blog post…

iPhone MacJan 13, 2022May 13, 2022

Apple meeting demand for iPhone 13 shipments, MacBook Pro supply still constrained

Asma Hussain

According to Goldman Sachs, Apple’s delivery estimates suggest that the company’s iPhone supply has largely met demand, while on the other hand, there are continued supply constraints for MacBook Pro shipments. Lead times for Apple’s MacBook Pro suggest supply constraints …

Jan 13, 2022Jan 13, 2022

Apple in the process of selecting South Korean suppliers as Apple Car plans progress

Asma Hussain

The long-rumored Apple Car project seems to be progressing following reports that Apple has begun talks with South Korean suppliers. The Cupertino tech giant is reportedly looking to select South Korean car parts suppliers that will help it produce an…

iOS iPad iPhone iPod TouchJan 13, 2022

Download iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 IPSW firmware files

Imran Hussain

Download iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 IPSW files directly from Apple’s servers, for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. These firmware files can be used to manually upgrade or restore your device, or perform a clean install. Apple released iOS 15.2.1…

iPhoneJan 13, 2022Jan 13, 2022

New rumor reiterates iPhone 14 Pro will feature a 48-megapixel camera

Asma Hussain

A new report today reiterated that iPhone 14 Pro models will feature a 48-megapixel camera. Specifically, this refers to the rear-facing Wide camera. Currently, Apple’s iPhone 13 Pro models feature 12-megapixel Wide, Ultra Wide, and Telephoto lenses. iPhone 14 Pro…

iOS iPad iPhone iPod TouchJan 13, 2022Jan 13, 2022

iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 released with HomeKit denial of service bug fix

Imran Hussain

Apple has released iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 for all compatible iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch models. The minor update fixes a couple of bugs related to Messages and CarPlay, as well as a security fix for a HomeKit bug…

iPhoneJan 13, 2022Jan 13, 2022

Apple’s iPhone 14 Pro will ditch the notch for a ‘hole + pill design’

Asma Hussain

A ton of rumors have been circulating recently that indicate Apple plans on ditching the notch design it introduced with the iPhone X in favor of a hole-punch or pill-shaped design to house the camera and Face ID components. Now,…

iOS iPhoneJan 13, 2022Jan 13, 2022

Twitter is testing a new search feature on iOS

Rida Imran

On its iOS app, Twitter is testing a new search bar on the Home tab. The new feature will allow users to quickly lookup tweets and accounts as soon as they open the app. Currently, the Twitter app has a dedicated…

iOS iPad iPhone MacJan 12, 2022Jan 13, 2022

T-Mobile clarifies iOS 15.2 bug disables iCloud Private Relay for some users in the U.S.

Rida Imran

Recently, it was highlighted that some T-Mobile users could not enable Apple’s new privacy feature “iCloud Private Relay” on their iPhones. What was presumed to be a deliberate effort by the carrier to prevent users from turning on the privacy…