There’s been a furor recently over parental controls on iOS, after Apple removed many parental control apps from the App Store, leading to accusations of anti-competitive behaviour — specifically that Apple was unfairly trying to promote its own Screen Time feature at the expense of third-party developers. Apple of course responded that it was doing […]
Apple Maps has far too often found itself the butt of jokes about its weaknesses compared to the arguably more popular Google Maps, and while its reputation isn’t entirely undeserved — it definitely started at a disadvantage — Apple has already made some remarkable strides in catching up to its rival when it comes to its […]
It won’t be long before Apple actually takes the wraps off of iOS 13, since the company is expected to unveil all of its new major operating system updates on Monday to kick off its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). However, this hasn’t stopped Apple enthusiasts from continuing to create and post their own hopes […]
A rumor recently surfaced stating that Apple may be dropping compatibility for its iPhone 5s, 6 and SE with the new iOS 13 update. This particular rumor isn’t especially reliable, but it also wouldn’t be a complete surprise: Apple regularly ends compatibility for its own devices as it upgrades iOS, eventually freezing older devices with […]
Last fall, the U.K.’s Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ), Britain’s counterpart of the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA), came up with a plan to allow law enforcement groups to eavesdrop on fully encrypted communications, ostensibly without undermining user privacy. The details of the agency’s new initiative was fist published in an essay titled Principles for a […]
One of the less conspicuous features that Apple snuck into iOS 12.3 last month alongside its flashy new TV app was a new Apple Pay feature known as Express Transit, enabling users to quickly jump onto public transit with an iPhone while avoiding the hassle of needing to authenticate with Face ID or Touch ID […]
Apple will be taking the wraps off macOS 10.15 on Monday, and while we don’t know what the company is going to call it yet (although there are some solid theories), there’s been a pretty solid list shaping up of what kind of features we can expect. Most notably, it looks like Apple will be […]
If you’ve been clued into the news on internet privacy recently, you’re probably no stranger to the buzz around Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). So, what is a VPN, and more importantly, why the sudden sense of urgency around protecting your data everywhere from the airport to your own home? You can search best VPNs here. A […]
There’s no better time for homeowners to adopt green energy. There are hundreds of green energy farms producing clean power across the country, but the truth is that your home won’t see a single watt unless you opt-in. If you’re simply unsure of where to start, you can help the environment while saving money on […]
There hasn’t been a lot of information on what we can expect when Apple unveils macOS 10.15 next week — we don’t even know what it’s going to be called yet — but one big change we have been hearing about is that Apple will finally be breaking up the monolithic iTunes app in favour of the […]
If you’re like most Americans, you get robocalls. Whether you get them a few days a week, a few times a day, or more, they’re undoubtedly a nuisance and possibly infuriating. The problem is likely to get worse, too. The Federal Communications Commission predicts that half of all calls made in 2019 will be robocalls. […]
While it’s almost certain that we’re going to see macOS 10.15 unveiled on Monday at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, and we have a few ideas on what features it will include, one thing that hasn’t leaked out at all yet is the actual moniker that will be given to Apple’s latest desktop operating system. Unlike […]
So far, it seems that 2019 has been the year of ferreting out egregious privacy violations on the part of iOS apps. At the beginning of the year, Facebook was caught flagrantly violating Apple’s Enterprise Developer program to release an extremely invasive “research” app to users, and in an admission that should have surprised no […]
If you’ve been noticing that since the iOS 12.3 update, you battery is draining faster than usual, there is hope it can be fixed. This is especially true with older iPhone models such as 5S, 6, 6S, and 7. Assuming that you battery capacity hasn’t drop below 90%, according to iAppleBytes, you’ll see a noticeable […]
Apple released a small but significant iOS update over the Memorial holiday weekend. After the recent release of iOS 12.3 with exciting new features, we are getting the standard bug-fix version to patch initially overlooked issues. Apple published release notes detailing which fixes were rolled out in this latest iOS version. Find the publicly announced […]If you’ve been clued into the news on internet privacy recently, you’re probably no stranger to the buzz around Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). So, what is a VPN, and more importantly, why the sudden sense of urgency around protecting your data everywhere from the airport to your own home? You can search best VPNs here. A […]
Global Accessibility Awareness Day takes place the 3rd Thursday of each May, and Apple took the time to highlight many of its own accessibility features and how they can be used to make life easier for all of its users. In Apple’s words: “Technology is most powerful when it empowers everyone.” Accessibility options can significantly […]
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is less than a week away, so it won’t be long before we’ll actually see iOS 13 in all of its expected darkened glory, but in the meantime, we’re seeing more leaks slip out about some of the new features that we can expect to see packed into Apple’s next major […]
A new security flaw has been found in macOS that could allow malicious apps to bypass Apple’s built-in “Gatekeeper” security feature. Most significantly, this bug affects even most recent 10.14.5 update that was released earlier this month to address the ZombieLoad Intel hardware vulnerability. Gatekeeper is a security feature that was introduced back in 2012 […]
If you’ve never used a stylus on an iPhone or iPad, you’re missing out. They can offer accuracy, functionality and a slew of other benefits to all iOS device users. While you may think the Apple Pencil is the only option, there’s actually an alternative that comes with some features that Apple’s styli lacks. Continue […]
It’s already been a really busy year for new Apple products, but despite all of the rapid-fire releases of new iPads, AirPods, iMacs, and MacBooks, one rumoured device remained conspicuously absent: the update to Apple’s iPod touch. It seems, however, that the basic rumours were correct, and with only days to go to Apple’s Worldwide […]
With batteries being such a hot topic for iPhone users, we felt compelled to take a closer look at MacBook batteries, too. They have similar functionality and should be cared for in nearly the same way – but there are a few differences between the two. Let’s dive into what you can do to prolong […]
You may soon be able to listen to music with a friend wirelessly from your iPhone, if rumours of another upcoming iPhone feature are true. According to Japanese tech site Mac Otakara, Apple is working on dual Bluetooth output that could conceivably be included in this year’s iPhones, expected to debut in the fall. The […]
In the midst of an alarming tide of anti-Apple sentiment among Chinese consumers, the founder and CEO of the company at the centre of the storm has come out voicing strong support for Apple, stating that he is firmly against any move that China might make against the iPhone maker. In an interview with Bloomberg, […]
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is only a week away, and while we already know it’s going to mostly be about new software updates — iOS 13, macOS 15, and more are all expected to make their debuts — we’ve also heard enough lately to suggest that there will likely be some groundbreaking “Pro” hardware taking […]
Google Chrome is one of the most popular browsers in the world. It comes pre-installed on all Android devices and is one of the most commonly used browsers on both Macs and iOS devices. And you’ve probably used the popular Chrome feature called Incognito Mode, which is similar to Apple’s Private Browsing Mode. Many users […]
I have done my fair share of traveling in the past, and have used many different apps to help make traveling easier. And there are a few apps in particular that can make traveling internationally a breeze. From solving language barriers to enhancing your security, here a few apps to make traveling more enjoyable.If you’ve been clued into the news on internet privacy recently, you’re probably no stranger to the buzz around Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). So, what is a VPN, and more importantly, why the sudden sense of urgency around protecting your data everywhere from the airport to your own home? You can search best VPNs here. A […]In 2014, Apple announced that it would no longer continue to develop its high-end photo editing application, Aperture. Many amateur and avid photographers loved the program. Its simple to use interface, affordable cost, and high-quality tools were among many of the reasons for its popularity. When Apple announced its demise, many people were shocked. The […]
Apple’s 2019 iPhones are still a few months away, yet we’re already hearing more reports on what Apple could have in the works for its 2020 lineup. While we’ve known for a while that Apple will bring 5G to the iPhone next year, details are still pretty sketchy on what other features could be coming down the […]
Earlier this week, Apple quietly refreshed its MacBook Pro lineup, with some healthy but mostly unremarkable speed bumps. In the midst of the refresh, however, Apple also unveiled a new ultra-high-end 15-inch model with an eight-core Intel i9-9980HK processor. While the new top-of-the-line model will set you back $6,459 in its maxed-out configuration — that’s […]
While thousands of Chinese citizens are boycotting Apple and declaring their undying loyalty to Huawei, the company’s founder and CEO has candidly admitted that his own family actually prefer to use Apple’s iPhone to any of Huawei’s smartphones, and in fact actually buy Apple products as gifts for him when they travel abroad. According to […]
iPhone thieves (and Apple itself) are in a constant battle for valuable customer data. Apple updates its iOS security features regularly so that thieves have an increasingly difficult time stealing data, or even wiping iPhones of their data to sell them (although, these days, many are simply scrapped for parts). However, thieves continue to persist […]
In the wake of recent hacks and news about widespread vulnerabilities, you may be wondering how you can protect yourself. For example, do you need antivirus software for Apple devices? If you’re looking for a quick and simple answer, you won’t get one. Largely, that’s because the current threats to Apple users go far beyond […]
As the trade war between the U.S. and China worsens, and sanctions against Huawei get thrown into the mix, Apple and its suppliers are beginning to hedge their bets by relocating more of the company’s supply chain to places outside of China. Key Apple suppliers Foxconn and Pegatron, have been preparing for this for a […]
One of the biggest challenges to Apple’s culture of secrecy is the number of regulatory hurdles that the company must clear in order to release new products. In fact, this was the very reason that Steve Jobs chose to announce the original iPhone six months ahead of its release back in 2007 — the need […]
Apple infamously settled its dispute with Qualcomm last month, but just because the iPhone maker was willing to lay down arms didn’t mean that some of its accusations against the behemoth chip maker weren’t valid, and it looks like a U.S. District Judge agrees. One of Apple’s biggest gripes with Qualcomm from the very beginning […]
It’s been a while since we’ve heard anything about Apple’s rumored augmented reality headset, but that doesn’t mean the company is slowing down its development. In fact, data shows that Apple is hiring a lot more AR and VR experts these days. According to data modeling firm Thinknum, the Cupertino tech giant’s hiring in the […]
In the wake of an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, Huawei has been effectively cut off from many of its most important software and hardware suppliers in the U.S. While the company has or is working on first-party and open-source alternatives, there’s little doubt that the so-called Huawei ban will disrupt the company’s […]After having a private conversation within earshot of your smartphone, even if you weren’t actively using your device, you might begin seeing extremely specific ads based on whatever that in-person conversation was about. So is your smartphone actively listening in on your private conversations to target ads? Sometimes, it certainly feels like it. The internet […]
With so many Apple products available today and sales numbers increasing with each quarter, the need for Apple Support is growing every day. Luckily, Apple has the Genius Bar – the simplest and most convenient place to get your Apple products serviced. The Genius Bar has been the heart and soul of the Apple Store […]
With Apple’s 30th Worldwide Developers Conference less than two weeks away, Apple has sent out media invites for the keynote event, which will be held on June 3rd at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time at the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California. The WWDC Keynote, which kicks off the week-long developers conference, is traditionally used […]
When it comes to web browsers, Apple is at the forefront in building intelligent features into Safari that are designed to protect the privacy of its users on the web — all part of Apple’s overall goal to lead the way in privacy in technology. However, Apple actually walks a bit of a fine line when […]
Apple is coming under fire by the United Nations for promoting gender bias in its design of Siri, stating that Apple’s choice to use a female voice for the digital assistant reinforces the idea that women should be relegated to secondary and tertiary support roles, thereby discouraging them from pursing careers in areas such as […]
It’s easy to think of the Apple Car as a quirky “side project” for the Cupertino tech giant – but for Apple, its so-called Project Titan is a serious deal, and it’s starting to become a reality. Apple has been working on a self-driving electric vehicle for years now. And despite some road bumps along […]
Apple knows that its butterfly keyboards have a problem. This week, the company is taking a large step toward addressing those problems for impacted users by expanding its repair programs. Here’s what you should know. Expanded Keyboard Repair Program Starting today, all Mac laptops with a butterfly keyboard mechanism are eligible for free repairs — […]
If you don’t already own The Sims 4 on Windows PC or Mac, you now have the opportunity to pick up a digital version of the game for free. The popular life simulation game is currently free on Origin, an online game distribution platform owned by EA, in both PC and Mac formats. While there […]
Apple has unveiled new 2019 MacBook Pro models with faster processors and updated keyboards in a surprise announcement on Tuesday. To be clear, these are not overhauled and redesigned machines — their updates are incremental in nature. But they still pack some significant upgrades over the previous 2018 MacBook Pro models. What’s Changed for 2019 […]
Rumours have been swirling since late 2017 about Apple’s ambitions for launching its own augmented reality headset, and while the company’s plans are remaining typically close to the vest, enough information keeps slipping out to give us an idea of what Apple’s AR headset — or more likely, glasses, are going to look like and what […]
With Apple’s new and improved TV app getting all of the attention in last week’s release of iOS 12.3, it was easy to miss a small but important tweak that Apple also added to the Apple News+ experience: the ability to now actually follow your favourite magazines. Apple launched its premium subscription-based News+ service back […]