05-08-25 -

New iPhone App LiveCaller Rivals Truecaller With Privacy Focus
LiveCaller, a new caller ID app for iPhone, has launched with a clear goal: real-time number identification without compromising your privacy. Built by Sync.ME and powered by Apple’s Live Caller ID Lookup framework introduced in iOS 18.2, the ap...

05-08-25 -

Google Maps on iPhone Now Saves Locations with Gemini
Google Maps on iOS now lets you save locations directly from your screenshots, thanks to a new feature powered by Gemini. This update, currently rolling out, simplifies the process of turning saved images into usable location entries, reducing...

05-08-25 -

Apple Watch Braided Solo Loop: How Long Does It Last?
Today, I’m taking a look at the Braided Solo Loop for Apple Watch and assessing whether or not its durability justifies the price tag. Some folks are averse to spending lavishly right now, so the price tag of the Braided Solo Loop is likely to g...

05-08-25 -

How to Remove Get Outlook for iOS Signature on iPhone
When you send emails from Outlook on your iPhone, it automatically tags them with a “Get Outlook for iOS” or "Sent from Outlook for iOS" message. Personally, I find it a bit annoying. It makes me sound like I'm trying to hard-sell pe...

05-08-25 -

Apple AI Smart Glasses to Rival Meta Ray-Ban Coming in 2027
Apple plans to launch a new pair of smart glasses by 2027, aiming to challenge Meta’s Ray-Ban line. Unlike Apple’s long-term vision for fully immersive AR glasses, these upcoming frames won’t rely on augmented reality. Instead, they’ll...

05-08-25 -

Apple to Appeal $570 Million EU Fine in DMA Violations
Apple is preparing to fight a €500 million ($570 million) fine imposed by the European Commission for violating the Digital Markets Act (DMA), arguing that it made repeated efforts in 2024 to comply but received little to no guidance from regula...

05-08-25 -

How To Turn Ringer off on Macbook
It's no secret that notification alerts are a great way to keep up with all the latest conversations. But with so many apps constantly running on a Mac, it’s easy to get caught up in a flood of sounds and lose track of important work. Fortunatel...

05-08-25 -

Apple Opens $95M Siri Spying Settlement Claims for Eligible Users
Apple users in the United States can now file claims for a share of the company’s $95 million Siri privacy settlement. If you owned a Siri-enabled device and experienced an unintended voice assistant activation during a private conversation b...

05-08-25 -

Apple Music Launches Daily Viral Playlist Based on Shazam Data
Apple Music has launched a new Viral Chart playlist that updates every 24 hours based on global Shazam activity. It ranks the 50 most identified songs across the platform each day, offering listeners a direct view into what people are actively dis...

05-08-25 -

Apple Seeks to Pause App Store Overhaul Ordered by Court
Apple has asked a U.S. District Court to pause enforcement of a court-ordered overhaul to its App Store rules, as the tech giant moves to appeal a recent loss to Epic Games. The emergency motion, filed Wednesday in the Northern District of Cal...

05-08-25 -

Get a New Pair of Beats Studio Pro x Kim Kardashian For Just $169
If you like headphones that prioritize style as much as functionality, you can grab the Beats Studio Pro x Kim Kardashian for just $169 on Amazon. That's a whopping 51% off the usual price of $349.95. These special edition headphones have been des...

05-08-25 -

4 iPadOS 19 Features that Will Boost Your Productivity
Whether you're a student or a professional, iPads make great productivity tools. With iPadOS 19, they are set to become even more useful. Recent reports suggest that iPadOS 19 will introduce several new productivity features for improved multitask...

05-08-25 -

How to Install and Use Move to iOS on Android
If you’re switching from Android to iPhone in 2025, the easiest and most complete way to move your data is using Apple’s Move to iOS app. It's free, works wirelessly or with a cable, and now it’s faster than ever, especially if you use a USB...

05-08-25 -

Google Launches Native Gemini App for iPad
Google has launched a dedicated Gemini app for iPad, finally giving users a proper tablet-optimized experience. Until now, iPad users had to rely on the iPhone version, which didn’t use the full screen or support multitasking well. With this rel...

05-08-25 -

Eddy Cue Defends Apple-Google Search Deal
Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of services, returned to a Washington, D.C., courtroom this week to defend Apple’s multibillion-dollar search partnership with Google. At stake is the $20 billion Google pays Apple annually to remain the...

05-08-25 -

Full List of New Emojis in iOS 18.4.1
The iOS 18.4.1 update is now available to all users. While this release mainly patches serious security flaws that were actively being exploited, it’s not just about behind-the-scenes fixes. iOS 18.4.1 also brings a fresh batch of new emojis —...

05-07-25 -

Why is There A Black Line on My MacBook Screen?
Are you seeing black lines flickering across your MacBook screen? We completely understand how annoying and worrisome it can be to deal with a glitchy display, but there's no need to panic. It doesn’t necessarily indicate severe hardware issues....

05-07-25 -

How to Scan QR Code on MacBook?
There's currently no built-in way to scan QR codes on your MacBook. One option is to scan it on your iPhone and then share the link to your Mac. But if you don't want to rely on this workaround (or don't own an iPhone) you'll need to use a third-p...

05-07-25 -

How to View iOS Files and Folders on Windows Without a USB Cable
Sharing files between iOS and Windows machines typically involves iTunes or the Connect App over a USB connection. While that often does the trick, it's a slow and cumbersome process. Fortunately, you don't always have to go through it. You can cr...

05-07-25 -

Wednesday App Finder: An AI Driving Assistant in Your iPhone
While many cars nowadays feature some sort of smart infotainment system, most of them only perform basic tasks. Sure, you can check your fuel usage in real time, but what about some actual advice for your daily commute? This iOS app does just that...

05-07-25 -

Netflix Revamps Its tvOS and iOS Apps
Netflix has redesigned its tvOS app and is testing new features on iOS to make discovering content faster, easier, and more personal. The tvOS redesign focuses on clarity and responsiveness, while iOS experiments with modern discovery tools. Wh...

05-07-25 -

Apple to Add AI Search to Safari
Apple is preparing to bring AI-powered search options to Safari, marking a shift away from its reliance on Google’s search engine. The change comes as usage patterns evolve and generative AI services gain ground, prompting Apple to rethink how S...

05-07-25 -

Magic Keyboard Touch ID Not Working After macOS 15? Update Heres the Fix
Touch ID plays a central role in how modern Mac models handle security. You use it to unlock your device, authorize system changes, and even approve Apple Pay purchases. As you might expect, if the Touch ID sensor on your Magic Keyboard suddenly s...

05-07-25 -

Epic Games CEO Says Legal Battle with Apple Cost Over $1B But It Was Worth It
Epic Games has spent over a billion dollars fighting Apple, and CEO Tim Sweeney says it was a price worth paying. After a five-year legal war over Apple’s App Store policies, Sweeney claims the cost—more than $100 million in legal fees and hun...

05-07-25 -

iPhone Spyware Maker NSO Ordered to Pay Meta $167M
A U.S. federal judge has ordered Israeli spyware developer NSO Group to pay $167 million in damages to Meta over a targeted attack on WhatsApp users using its Pegasus spyware. The court also compelled NSO to hand over the source code for Pegasus a...

05-07-25 -

PayPal Takes on Apple Pay with iPhone Payments in Germany
PayPal is rolling out contactless payments for iPhone users in Germany, moving directly into Apple Pay’s turf. Starting this summer, shoppers can use the PayPal app to make tap-to-pay purchases in stores, bypassing Apple Wallet entirely. Thi...

05-07-25 -

Patreons iOS App Now Supports Third-Party Payments
Patreon has updated its iOS app to support third-party payment links, following a recent U.S. court ruling that restricts Apple from blocking alternative payment options inside apps. The change, live in version 125.5.0 of the app, allows users...

05-07-25 -

iOS 18 Is a Mess, and iPhone Users Are Fed Up
It’s been almost a year since Apple rolled out iOS 18, and for many iPhone users, it’s still a frustrating, buggy mess. From the iPhone 14 Pro to the latest iPhone 16 Pro Max, people are reporting the same kinds of problems: lag, freezing, ran...

05-07-25 -

Apple Faces Developer Lawsuit After Judges Contempt Ruling on App Store Policies
Apple is facing a new class-action lawsuit from app developers who claim the company knowingly defied a U.S. federal court order by continuing to impose inflated commissions on external purchases, violating a 2021 injunction meant to reform its Ap...

05-07-25 -

The Easiest Way to Move Data from Android to iPhone in 2025
If there's one thing Apple wants most, it's for you to switch from your Android phone to iOS. But Apple isn’t just hoping you'll make the move — it gives you the tools to do it. With the Move to iOS app, you can quickly transfer your data to y...

05-07-25 -

Save $400 on Apples 24-inch M3 iMac (16/512GB)
If there's one great computer for work, school, and home, it has to be the iMac. Best Buy currently has an offer where you can save $400 on Apple's 24-inch M3 iMac with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD storage. That brings the price down from $1799 to $1399...

05-07-25 -

Get a New Pair of AirPods (3rd Generation) For Just $119
If you're in the market for some great earbuds, you can currently get a new pair of 3rd-generation AirPods for just $119.95 on B&H. That's a neat $50 savings since the 3rd-gen AirPods usually retail for $169.95. These AirPods come in a ...

05-05-25 -

Fortnite iOS Release Date? Epic CEO Reveals It
Fortnite is set to return to the iOS App Store in the United States next week, according to Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney. In a recent post on X, Sweeney confirmed that the team is working hard to relaunch the game after nearly four years of abse...

05-04-25 -

Tim Cook Pays Tribute to Warren Buffett After Retirement News
Apple CEO Tim Cook has paid tribute to Warren Buffett, calling it “one of the great privileges of my life to know him,” following Buffett’s announcement that he will retire as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of 2025. https://twitte...

05-03-25 -

How Much System Data is Normal on Mac?
Apart from the apps and files you install on your Mac, storage space is also allocated to something called System Data. It's important to know how much system data is normal on a Mac so you can take action if it seems to be hogging too much space....

05-03-25 -

iPhone 17 Airs Thin Design May Hurt Battery Life
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 Air will likely sacrifice battery life for a thinner profile. Internal tests show that only 60% to 70% of users can expect the device to last a full day without recharging. That’s a significant drop from the 80% to 90%...

05-03-25 -

Apple Shares New Apple Intelligence Demo Video
Apple has released a new hands-on video demonstrating its Apple Intelligence features across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The demo offers a closer look at how these tools work in real scenarios, emphasizing speed, personalization, and integration into d...

05-02-25 -

Two Years with the iPhone 15 Pro: The Case for Going Caseless
Today, I'm taking a look at the iPhone 15 Pro after having it as a daily driver for two years. While the news and rumor mill is churning away about what's going on with the iPhone 17, I wanted to let people know the iPhone 15 Pro still has a lot o...

05-02-25 -

Why Does iOS Take Up So Much Storage? Heres How to Reduce It!
Did you just check your iPhone storage and find that iOS is taking up the most space? This can slow down your device and leave less room for your apps, photos, and files. Unlike things you can easily delete, this large chunk of storage can't be cl...

05-02-25 -

Apple Partners With Anthropic To Bring Claude AI to Xcode
Apple is working with Anthropic to integrate the Claude AI model into Xcode, its core development environment. The new version of Xcode, powered by Claude Sonnet, is already being tested internally and introduces AI-driven tools for writing, editi...

05-02-25 -

Apple Approves Spotify Update With External Payment Links
Apple has officially approved Spotify’s latest iOS app update, which includes external payment links for users in the United States. This makes Spotify the first app to take advantage of newly enforced App Store policy changes that allow dev...

05-02-25 -

Apple Updates App Store Rules After Epic Games Ruling
Apple has updated its App Store Guidelines to allow developers in the U.S. to direct users to external payment options from within their apps. The change comes after a federal court ruled that Apple violated an earlier injunction in its legal ...

05-02-25 -

Tim Cook Says the Tariffs May Cost Apple $900M This Quarter
Apple expects to take a $900 million hit this quarter due to Trump's tariffs, CEO Tim Cook said during the company’s earnings call on Thursday. The cost impact, projected for the April–June quarter, stems from a 20% levy on products import...

05-02-25 -

Best Apple Deals this Week: Magic Keyboard 30% Off, AirPods Pro 2 for $170
Check out this week’s top Apple deals! Whether you’re eyeing a MacBook, iMac, or just some accessories, I've rounded up the best deals you won’t want to miss. 1. Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID Amazon is offering the Apple Magic...

05-02-25 -

Apple Exceeds Q2 Forecasts With $95.4B in Revenue
Apple beat Wall Street expectations for the second fiscal quarter of 2025, reporting $95.4 billion in revenue—up from $90.75 billion a year ago and ahead of the $94.68 billion analysts had projected. The company posted $1.65 in earnings per shar...

05-02-25 -

Apple Gear Deals: Power Bank 87% Off, $20 USB-C Dock, and More
Apple accessories aren't exactly budget-friendly, so scoring a great deal always feels like a true win. Right from power banks to docking stations, I've rounded off the best Apple gear deals available right now. Browse through the list and pick yo...

05-01-25 -

Apple Ordered to Pay $700M+ Fine in UK Patent Case
Apple must pay over $700 million in damages to Optis Cellular Technology after a landmark ruling by the England and Wales Court of Appeal. The court ordered Apple to pay $502 million for infringing standard-essential 4G patents used in iPhones...

05-01-25 -

How To Find Passwords on iPhone iOS 18
One of the best new features you’ll find in iOS 18 is the built-in Passwords app. You finally get a proper password manager right on your iPhone, making it easier for you to create and manage your credentials across apps and websites. It auto...

05-01-25 -

Zuckerberg Says Apple Rules Killed Facebooks App Platform
Mark Zuckerberg says Apple’s App Store policies stifled Facebook’s once-thriving app ecosystem. In an interview with Stratechery, the Meta CEO directly blamed Apple’s refusal to allow a “platform within a platform” for the collapse of Fa...

05-01-25 -

Apples Future iPhones Could Fall Apart Under the Weight of Tariffs and Delays
Trump’s proposed tariffs on Chinese-made electronics sparked plenty of debate, and the most talked-about issue is the potential $2,300 price tag on the next flagship iPhone. However, a new pricing model isn’t Apple’s only problem. The compan...