10.04.15
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Latest Technology updates from around the Globe

 

  • Unfollow Everything lawsuit could change the way we use social media apps May 2, 2024 11:31 am
    A court is being asked to decide whether or not Meta has a legal obligation to allow the use of Unfollow Everything – a browser tool which effectively empties your Facebook feed. The idea behind the tool is that instead of being sucked into an effectively endless feed of posts from every friend, group, and page you have ever followed, you get to proactively choose the posts you read … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • Coldplay, Drake, Ariana Grande and other UMG artists return to TikTok May 2, 2024 10:56 am
    Songs from UMG artists are now again available to TikTok creators, after a dispute over royalty payments and AI policies was resolved. This has seen the return of a lengthy list of artists, including Bad Bunny, Sting, The Weeknd, Alicia Keys, Drake, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Rosalía, Harry Styles, Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Adele, U2, Elton John, Brandi Carlile, Coldplay, Bob Dylan, and Post Malone … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • Apple mulling new deal terms to change how it pays creators of its TV+ shows May 2, 2024 7:55 am
    As the frantic investor hype around streaming dies down, every studio is re-evaluating the way they do business, what shows they are commissioning, and their relationships with creators. The financially-rich Apple has less pressure to do this than most, but we have seen changes at Apple Studios too, albeit perhaps to a lesser extent compared to other streaming outlets. The Ankler reports today in its Dealmakers column that Apple is talking to producers and agents about a potential new deal structure for their originals going forward. more…
    Benjamin Mayo
  • Here’s how much Google paid Apple to be Safari’s default search engine in 2022 May 2, 2024 1:36 am
    It’s no secret that Google pays Apple a lot of money to be the default search engine for the Safari web browser on iOS and macOS. In 2021, the company paid $15 billion to keep Google as the default search engine on Apple platforms. Now a report has just revealed how much Google has spent to keep the deal going in 2022. more…
    Filipe Espósito
  • What to expect from Apple Watch Ultra 3 this year May 1, 2024 11:12 pm
    We’ve been hearing a lot of rumors about an “Apple Watch X,” which would be a completely redesigned Apple Watch to celebrate the product’s 10th anniversary. However, little has been said about what to expect from the next generation Apple Watch Ultra – so read on as we dig into the details. more…
    Filipe Espósito
  • 9to5Mac Daily: May 1, 2024 – New ‘Repair State’ Mode in iOS 17.5, more May 1, 2024 9:40 pm
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Supported by Setapp: Get access to 240+ apps on your Mac for just $9.99. Sign up today for a free 7-day trial.  more…
    Seth Kurkowski
  • Snapchat adds editable chats, emoji reactions, new AI features May 1, 2024 8:30 pm
    Today, Snap announced a host of feature updates coming to Snapchat that are sure to make its users happy. The two standout improvements center around messaging: editable messages and emoji reactions. These join a handful of service-wide enhancements that are driven by Snap’s AI efforts, such as AI reminders, creating custom Bitmoji looks, and more. more…
    Ryan Christoffel
  • Why the 2024 iPad Pro, M4 or not, will finally replace my 2018 model May 1, 2024 8:00 pm
    I’m someone who likes to replace my devices often, always getting the latest and greatest of what Apple produces. One glaring exception has been the iPad. I used to buy nearly every new generation, a trend that continued after I made the iPad my primary computer. But for nearly six years, I’ve been using the 2018 iPad Pro—a shockingly long time by my standards. And despite several new models releasing in recent years, I’ve never been enticed enough to upgrade. Why? Because the 2018 model has worked remarkably well. Next week though, my new iPad drought will finally come to an end. Based on what’s widely expected in the 2024 iPad Pro—whether it includes an M4 chip or not—I’m eagerly ready to upgrade. And I suspect a lot of 2018 owners plan to do the same. Let me explain. more…
    Ryan Christoffel
  • How to track your mood on Apple Watch and why it’s useful May 1, 2024 7:57 pm
    Apple Watch with watchOS 10 has with a range of new health and fitness features with one in particular aimed at supporting mental health. Follow along for how to track mood on Apple Watch in the latest Mindfulness app and the benefits of doing so. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • Should a 32-inch 4K Mac display really be a non-starter? May 1, 2024 6:25 pm
    Mac display aficionados know that pixel count must scale with screen size to maintain Apple’s standard for “Retina” resolution. That’s why the 24-inch iMac is 4.5K, the 27-inch Studio Display is 5K, and the 32-inch Pro Display XDR is 6K. These resolutions and display sizes each amount to 218 pixels per inch. The result is a balance of sharpness and screen real estate for the price of $1499, $1599, and $4999, respectively. The pursuit of pixels per inch is also why the Mac community endured the LG UltraFine 5K monitor for so long, and why of the Studio Display gets our attention. With that being said, is a larger display with less resolution always a compromise? I’ve been reviewing a BenQ DesignVue Design Monitor for several weeks, and this 4K 32-inch setup has solved a real problem for me. more…
    Zac Hall
  • iOS 18 rumored to add deep integration between Calendar and Reminders May 1, 2024 6:07 pm
    Apple is reportedly planning to supercharge the Calendar and Reminders apps with iOS 18 and macOS 15 this year. These updates join a long list of other expected iOS 18 improvements, including new AI features, upgrades to Safari, and more. more…
    Chance Miller
  • Unauthorized AirTag tracking set to become illegal in Pennsylvania May 1, 2024 4:38 pm
    Technology comes with its pros and cons, and among modern Apple devices that’s been especially true with . Like other Bluetooth trackers, since their debut AirTags have been used by stalkers and other bad actors to track others without their consent or knowledge. Authorities have begun taking action, with Pennsylvania the latest state to move toward criminalization of unauthorized trackers. more…
    Ryan Christoffel
  • iPhone 15 line still hasn’t caught up with last year’s models, study finds May 1, 2024 4:36 pm
    Following a report that iPhone activation market share has hit a new low, CIRP released its newest study today. The data shows which iPhone models are the most popular in the US for Q1 2024 and how the iPhone 15 lineup is being adopted compared to the iPhone 14 devices and earlier. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • Apple Podcasts adds new wellbeing category May 1, 2024 4:16 pm
    In time for Mental Health Awareness Month, Apple Podcasts is shining light on a new category of podcasts to listen to. The new Wellbeing category collects shows featuring health, fitness and wellness topics. As noted by AdWeek, listenership for shows in this genre has increased 40% in the last five years. more…
    Benjamin Mayo
  • Apple’s latest 10.9-inch iPad hits $470 (Save $129), iPhone 14 Pro $705, Apple Watch Series 9, more May 1, 2024 3:46 pm
    We’re now halfway through the work week with a fresh batch of new deals – all headlined by Apple’s 10th Generation iPad at $470. It comes joined by iPhone 14 Pro at $705 if you don’t mind going with an Amazon refurbished model, while Apple Watch Series 9 remains at $100 off. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…
    Rikka Altland
  • Anthropic brings Claude AI to the iPhone and iPad May 1, 2024 3:17 pm
    If you’ve been keeping up with generative AI and large language models on iPhone, then you may be aware that Anthropic’s Claude AI was notably absent from iOS. Meanwhile, OpenAI has been updating ChatGPT on iPhone for a while now, and Google’s Gemini exists in its iOS app. Starting today, however, Claude for iPhone is joining the party. more…
    Zac Hall
  • LG TVs become first to support Dolby Atmos natively in Apple Music May 1, 2024 2:50 pm
    LG has become the first TV maker to add native support for Dolby Atmos in the Apple Music app on its TVs. The new feature has arrived through a software update to the Apple Music app on LG TVs, bringing a more immersive surround sound experience to LG users on compatible TV sets. It is unclear exactly which TVs are supported, but at a minimum certain 2020 models and later appear to have received the update. more…
    Ryan Christoffel
  • These are the best Swift Student Challenge apps this year May 1, 2024 2:38 pm
    Ahead of WWDC 2024 kicking off in June, Apple has officially announced its Swift Student Challenge winners. 350 students from around the world have won with 50 selected as “Distinguished Winners” that will be heading to Apple Park for WWDC. Along with that, Apple is celebrating 3 winners with detailed profiles about their top-tier app ideas. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor camera launches, with privacy blind May 1, 2024 2:21 pm
    The first ever Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor camera has today been announced, offering a full 360 degrees of horizontal coverage, with 160 degrees of vertical tilt. The motorized base can be remotely controlled using the Ring app. The security camera comes with a manual privacy blind, and is available in five different colors … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • Nomad debuts exclusive Glow 2.0 Apple Watch Sport Band and iPhone Case, but you’ll have to act quick [U] May 1, 2024 2:04 pm
    Last year Nomad launched a fun limited edition Glow in the Dark Sport Band for Apple Watch. It ended up selling out in the first day. Now the company is back with a new and improved Glow 2.0 Sport Band plus a Sport Case for iPhone 15 Pro/Max – available for a short time. Update 5/1/24: The Glow 2.0 iPhone Sport Case is all sold out (scalpers have even taken to eBay). But there is a dwindling supply still available of the Glow 2.0 Apple Watch Sport Band, grab it while you can. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • Poll: Might some Apple AI features be announced during the iPad launch? May 1, 2024 1:38 pm
    It’s clear that we’re going to see some exciting new Apple AI features this year, and the usual way for the company to announce major new iOS features would be to preview them at WWDC, and then launch them in September with the new iPhone line-up. But there could be a couple of reasons to hope for some kind of preview of these new features on the new iPad Pro during the May 7 Let Loose Apple event … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • An inside look at General Motors’ massive gamble in ditching CarPlay May 1, 2024 12:16 pm
    A little over a year ago, General Motors made what may well turn out to be one of its biggest gambles in many years: dropping support for CarPlay for all future EVs. To most of us, the decision seemed insane, likely to result in a huge number of lost sales – but a new report suggests that the company felt it had little choice … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • Tomorrow’s AAPL Q2 earnings likely to be $5B down May 1, 2024 11:25 am
    AAPL Q2 earnings are set to be announced tomorrow, and the company had already warned that we should expect a year-on-year revenue drop of around $5B. Analysts expect the same thing, and the outlook for Q3 isn’t expected to be any better, so investors will be listening carefully to any more clues Apple gives about what to expect further ahead … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • I upgraded my Honda Civic head unit to a 9-inch wireless CarPlay display for under $500 May 1, 2024 10:00 am
    The stock head unit with wired CarPlay in my 2017 Honda Civic EX recently gave up the ghost. The most affordable solution was from a brand called JOYING. It’s a 9-inch display with wireless CarPlay, a volume knob, and a design made for 10th-gen Honda Civics. It retails well below $500 and is worth every penny. more…
    Zac Hall
  • Apple @ Work Podcast: Security and productivity in the age of AI May 1, 2024 10:00 am
    Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Steve Won from 1Password about their annual report: Security and productivity in the age of AI more…
    Bradley Chambers
  • MLS Season Pass drops price for remainder of 2024 season May 1, 2024 4:00 am
    As about a third of the 2024 Major League Soccer season has now concluded, Apple is dropping the price of the MLS Season Pass package in kind. The season subscription is now sold for $69, down 30% compared to its $99 price at the start of the season. For Apple TV+ subscribers, the pass is now just $59. more…
    Benjamin Mayo
  • New Beats Solo Buds already sound like a better deal than AirPods 2 May 1, 2024 2:35 am
    Apple on Tuesday launched the new family of Beats Solo wireless headphones. While the Beats Solo 4 are available for pre-order from today, the company also announced new Beats Solo Buds wireless earbuds. With a price range of $79 and 18 hours of battery life, Beats Solo Buds already sound like a better deal than the old . more…
    Filipe Espósito
  • iOS 17.5: New features, release date, and more details April 30, 2024 9:21 pm
    9to5Mac is supported by Incogni: Keep Your Private Data Off The Dark Web with Incogni. Help protect yourself from identity theft, scams, and spam calls. Use the code “Apple55” for -55% off the annual plan. Apple has officially started beta testing iOS 17.5 with developers and public beta users. The update brings a handful of new features and changes, and is expected to be released sometime next month. Head below for everything we know right now. more…
    Chance Miller
  • 9to5Mac Daily: April 30, 2024 – Beats Solo 4 and Solo Buds, next-gen CarPlay update April 30, 2024 8:49 pm
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Supported by Setapp: Get access to 240+ apps on your Mac for just $9.99. Sign up today for a free 7-day trial.  more…
    Seth Kurkowski
  • Is TikTok bypassing Apple’s App Store in-app purchase commission? April 30, 2024 8:28 pm
    9to5Mac is supported by Incogni: Stop robocalls, spam emails, stalkers, fraud, and more with Incogni. Exclusive discount for 9to5Mac readers: Use the code Apple55 at checkout to get 55% off the annual plan. A new report from TechCrunch today claims that TikTok might be bypassing Apple’s App Store in-app purchase system. The report says that TikTok is “presenting some of its users with a link to a website” to purchase coins, instead of using Apple’s in-app purchase flow. more…
    Chance Miller
  • iOS 17.5 introduces new ‘Repair State’ that keeps Find My on when sending an iPhone to Apple April 30, 2024 7:34 pm
    Currently, when you need to send an iPhone for repair to Apple or an authorized repair center, you first have to turn off Find My. That way, Apple knows that you own that iPhone and that it’s not a lost or stolen device. However, with iOS 17.5, users will no longer have to turn off Find My before sending an iPhone in for repairs thanks to a new “Repair State” mode. more…
    Filipe Espósito
  • How to install iOS 17.5 beta to check out the latest changes and features April 30, 2024 6:54 pm
    9to5Mac is supported by Incogni: Here’s how to finally stop infuriating spam calls on your iPhone – try Incogni, a personal data removal solution that secures your personal information. Learn more here. Interested to check out the latest iOS features early? The iOS 17.5 beta is available for free and comes with some design changes, possible anti-stalking features, an update for EU users, and more. Here’s how to install iOS 17.5 beta on your iPhone. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • Meta adds a few more Apple Vision Pro features to Quest April 30, 2024 6:44 pm
    Meta continues to pick low hanging fruit features from Apple Vision Pro for its . The company is also expanding support for playing back videos shot on iPhone in Quest OS. more…
    Zac Hall
  • Apple promoting May 7 keynote as a ‘different kind of Apple Event’ April 30, 2024 6:21 pm
    As you may know by now, Apple will be holding a special event on May 7 to announce new iPads. The event will be pre-recorded just like other Apple events. However, the company is now promoting its upcoming keynote as a “different kind of Apple Event.” more…
    Filipe Espósito
  • Assassin’s Creed Mirage is the latest AAA game coming to iPhone and iPad April 30, 2024 5:50 pm
    The A17 Pro chip has enabled the first AAA console games to arrive on iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. Now the latest addition has been announced to arrive this summer – Assassin’s Creed Mirage. Here are all the details. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • Apple releases fourth dev and public betas for iOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5, and more April 30, 2024 5:19 pm
    The weekly iOS 17.5 beta train continues today with the fourth developer release. Apple is also testing macOS Sonoma 14.5, visionOS 1.2, watchOS 10.5, tvOS 17.5, and HomePod 17.5. Public betas are also incoming on the same day. more…
    Zac Hall
  • These accessories will let you maximize your Delta Emulator experience April 30, 2024 5:00 pm
    Since Delta debuted on the App Store about two weeks ago; I have logged far too many hours playing my childhood games (more than I care to share). The more I used the emulator the more I learned about its capabilities. Did you know you could Airplay Delta to an Apple TV and use your iPhone as a controller? Or that you could connect up to four controllers at once to play games with friends? So many quality of life features that I have been taking advantage of. These features are best used with some corresponding accessories. I wanted to list some of my favorites that I have been using to really get the most out of Delta! more…
    Fernando Silva
  • Here’s how you will (and won’t) be able to use Apple digital IDs in the real world April 30, 2024 4:11 pm
    9to5Mac is supported by Incogni: Do you want to stop those irritating robocalls and spam from filling up your inbox? Ensure your online privacy with Incogni. Learn why and how here. Support is live in select states for Apple Wallet to securely store driver’s licenses and state IDs on iPhone and Apple Watch. While there is excitement around the new feature, there are also a number of questions and concerns. Let’s dive into how Apple digital IDs work in the real world, where they’re available, where they’re accepted, and more. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • AirPods Pro 2 hits new $179 low, iPad Pro Magic Keyboards from $249, Twelve South gear, more April 30, 2024 3:46 pm
    The best price ever on AirPods Pro 2 are now live at $179. All of Tuesday’s other best deals are now live and come joined by the best prices of the year on Apple’s Magic Keyboards for 11- and 12.9-inch iPad Pro starting at $249. Plus, the first-ever discount is now available on Twelve South’s . Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…
    Rikka Altland
  • Apple working on fix for bug causing iPhone alarms to not play sounds April 30, 2024 2:25 pm
    Over the last several weeks, a number of reports on social media have surfaced from iPhone users claiming their alarms don’t properly play a sound. Apple has since confirmed that it’s aware of this problem, and says it is working on a fix. more…
    Chance Miller
  • AI hardware is like trying to invent the iPod after the iPhone April 30, 2024 2:20 pm
    For some reason which utterly eludes me, 2024 seems to be the year of AI hardware. We’ve had the Humane AI Pin, the Rabbit R1, and even former Apple design chief Jony Ive reportedly seeking a billion-dollar bet for his own attempt. Reviews of Humane were brutal, with those who tried it as unimpressed by its performance as they were bemused as to its purpose – and the Rabbit R1 isn’t faring too much better, with Marques Brownlee describing it as “barely reviewable” … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • Beats Solo 4 hands-on: the most iconic Beats headphones just got better April 30, 2024 1:59 pm
    Apple has officially taken the wraps off its new Beats Solo 4 headphones today, the first update in eight years to one of the best-selling Beats products. I’ve been using the Beats Solo 4 for the past week (listening to hours and hours of Taylor Swift). Head below for a roundup of what’s new and my first impressions. more…
    Chance Miller
  • Apple debuts new Beats Solo Buds with 18-hour battery life for $79 April 30, 2024 1:59 pm
    Alongside the launch of Beats Solo 4 today, Apple has also announced new Beats Solo Buds earbuds. The new Beats Solo Buds pack a truly wireless design with an incredibly impressive 18 hours of battery life and $79.99 price. These represent the most affordable truly wireless earbuds that Apple or Beats has released to date. more…
    Chance Miller
  • Rumor: iOS 18 to add new ‘Web Eraser’ and page summarization features to Safari April 30, 2024 1:56 pm
    Apple is reportedly planning big updates to Safari as part of iOS 18 and macOS 15 later this year. According to a report on Tuesday, the changes will include a new AI-powered tool called “Intelligent Search” with page summarization, a “Web Eraser” feature, and more. more…
    Chance Miller
  • Award-winning ‘Sofa’ downtime organizer gets major update with new UI, custom categories, more April 30, 2024 1:43 pm
    The impressive and beautiful downtime organizer app Sofa is out with a major release today for iPhone and iPad. Version 4 comes with an all-new UI across the home screen, “The Pile,” and more, custom categories, pinned lists, smart lists, and much more. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • Poll: Should Apple offer more colorful iPhone 16 Pro models? April 30, 2024 1:02 pm
    A report earlier this month said that the color-infused back glass used on the non-Pro iPhone 15 models would be extended to the iPhone 16 Pro, and a new Weibo claim implies the same. This would bring new color options to the Pro and Pro Max. Earlier reports have also suggested that we may see new color options for the titanium frame, as well as the glass back … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • TikTok could be banned in Europe as well as the US April 30, 2024 11:50 am
    Hugely popular video app TikTok could be banned in Europe as well as the US, according to remarks made by the president of the European Commission. TikTok is also under two separate EU investigations, and President Biden last week signed a bill which would see the app banned in the US within nine months unless it is sold to an American company … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • Apple has ‘secretive’ advanced AI lab in Europe; poached specialists from Google April 30, 2024 11:21 am
    A new report today says that Apple has created a ‘secretive’ advanced AI lab in Europe, and it’s this facility which is responsible for some of its most ground-breaking artificial intelligence work. The same report suggests that most of Apple’s AI specialists have been poached from Google, though this isn’t a great surprise give the background of the Cupertino company’s AI chief … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • Apple TV+ shows and movies: Everything to watch on Apple TV Plus April 30, 2024 8:03 am
    Apple TV+ offers exclusive Apple original TV shows and movies in 4K HDR quality. You can watch across all of your screens and pick up where you left off on any device. Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month. Here’s every Apple original television show and movie available now on Apple TV+, as well as the latest trailers … more…
    Benjamin Mayo
  • Here’s where you can use your iPhone as your digital driver’s license or ID so far April 30, 2024 8:00 am
    Apple announced plans to turn the iPhone into your driver’s license all the way back in 2021. Plane tickets, movie passes, and credit cards were already digital. Now it was time to digitize government-issued identification cards. So far, very few U.S. states actually let you add your driver’s license or state ID to Apple Wallet. However, there are more states without Wallet support where your iPhone can still become your driver’s license. more…
    Zac Hall
  • Best Apple Watch to buy for kids April 30, 2024 4:51 am
    is something parents are embracing more and more. The New York Times once reported that Apple Watch adoption is happening among children as young as five. Parents are finding the Apple Watch more appropriate for kids wanting smartphones. The Apple Watch gives kids a way to stay in touch with parents, share location, and build responsibility without the full cost and complexity of a smartphone. Wondering if it may be time to consider adding more connectivity without the commitment of a smartphone? Read this first… more…
    Zac Hall
  • First Apple Card holders to get new titanium card as original is about to expire April 30, 2024 2:32 am
    Apple Card was launched in 2019 in the US, and although using it with Apple Pay is the best solution, the company provides a physical card made of titanium so that holders can make purchases in stores that don’t accept contactless payments. Interestingly, the first Apple Cards issued are about to expire, and Apple is now shipping new ones to cardholders. more…
    Filipe Espósito
  • Peacock announces price increase for both new and existing subscribers April 29, 2024 11:26 pm
    Paying for streaming platforms has been getting more expensive, and now there’s some bad news for Comcast’s Peacock subscribers. The company announced this week that subscription prices will increase soon for both new and existing subscribers. Read on as we detail more about this price increase. more…
    Filipe Espósito
  • These are my favorite HomeKit Secure Video cameras in 2024 April 29, 2024 10:34 pm
    One of my favorite HomeKit features is HomeKit Secure Video, which lets me view and manage security camera recordings right in the Home app. There are a number of different cameras on the market that support this feature, and here are my favorites as someone who’s tested a lot of HomeKit accessories over the years. more…
    Chance Miller
  • M4 iPad Pro: Will Apple put a brand new chip in its next iPad? Evidence suggests so April 29, 2024 10:21 pm
    Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman broke the internet on Sunday by claiming that the next generation iPad Pro, expected to be announced by Apple next week, will be powered by the brand new M4 chip rather than the current M3. While this may sound unlikely at first, there’s actually some other evidence that the M4 iPad Pro rumor is true. more…
    Filipe Espósito
  • Will the M4 chip entice you to buy the upcoming iPad Pro? [Poll] April 29, 2024 8:20 pm
    We’re close to seeing Apple officially unveil its next-gen iPad Pro and we’ve learned that it may skip the M3 chip for a more powerful and capable M4 SoC. All else being constant, would the next-gen chip from Apple make you go for the new iPad Pro? Tell us what you think in our poll below. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • 9to5Mac Daily: April 29, 2024 – M4 iPad Pro, iOS 18 rumors April 29, 2024 7:58 pm
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Supported by Setapp: Get access to 240+ apps on your Mac for just $9.99. Sign up today for a free 7-day trial.  more…
    Seth Kurkowski
  • Apple reportedly using the best OLED panels on the market for 2024 iPad Pro April 29, 2024 7:26 pm
    It’s no secret by now that Apple will soon be announcing a new generation iPad Pro featuring OLED displays for the first time in both screen sizes. However, as the announcement nears, we now have more details about what to expect – and a new report claims that Apple is using the best OLED panels on the market for the 2024 iPad Pro. more…
    Filipe Espósito
  • Epic plans to revive Fortnite on iPad following EU iPadOS ‘gatekeeper’ ruling April 29, 2024 5:57 pm
    The impact of the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) is continuing to unfold with the latest from the regulators stipulating that Apple’s iPadOS needs to follow the same new rules as iOS. With that, Epic has shared its plan to bring back Fortnite via the new EU Epic Games Store on not just iPhone, but also iPad. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • Watch the amazingly detailed process of upgrading iPhone 15 Pro storage after purchase April 29, 2024 5:14 pm
    9to5Mac is supported by Incogni: Do you want to stop those irritating robocalls and spam from filling up your inbox? Ensure your online privacy with Incogni. Learn why and how here. Apple’s modern iPhones (iPads and Macs too) have fixed storage which is soldered to the motherboard. That means customers typically need to buy the storage they want upfront or expand with . However, some crafty folks out there have solved how to upgrade iPhone storage after the fact. Check out this peaceful and impressive video for how the process goes. more…
    Michael Potuck
  • Save $299 on Apple Studio Display in Monday’s best deals, iPad Air 5 all-time low at $400, more April 29, 2024 3:44 pm
    Monday’s best deals are taking $299 off Apple’s 27-inch 5K Studio Display at the best price of the year. Starting at $1,300, there are tons of configurations available. All of them come joined by a 1-day clearance sale on iPad Air 5 at $400. Plus, one of the best prices ever is now live on Belkin’s 15W MagSafe charger at $110. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…
    Rikka Altland
  • iPhone 16: Here’s another look at the rumored size and camera bump changes April 29, 2024 3:39 pm
    As we’ve highlighted in the past, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro will feature a few notable design changes. New images posted on social media this week may give us our best look yet at some of these updates, including the size changes for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. more…
    Chance Miller
  • What long-standing Apple bug most bugs you? This is mine … April 29, 2024 2:38 pm
    While shiny new features are lovely, what I find most frustrating with Apple OS updates is when a long-standing bug doesn’t get fixed … update after update after update. For me, there is one that Mac bug which really stands out, that has been annoying me for literally years, and I completely fail to understand why the company hasn’t fixed it … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • Mercedes-Benz bails on next-generation CarPlay support, here’s why April 29, 2024 1:32 pm
    Apple unveiled its next generation of CarPlay at WWDC in 2022, then announced last year that its first partners would be Porsche and Aston Martin. In an interview today, Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius made it clear that the company has no plans to adopt next-generation CarPlay – despite being touted by Apple as a partner. more…
    Chance Miller
  • Weak passwords for smart home devices to be illegal in Europe April 29, 2024 1:11 pm
    Default passwords for smart home devices and wireless routers will have to be made stronger in order to comply with new cybersecurity laws in both the UK and EU … more…
    Ben Lovejoy
  • Mosyle launches Mosyle Fuse MSP to bring a single pane of glass approach to Apple managed service providers April 29, 2024 1:00 pm
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  • Report: iOS 18 to update many of the built-in apps, home screen updates, ‘modular’ design tweaks April 28, 2024 12:51 pm
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    Benjamin Mayo
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    Benjamin Mayo
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    Benjamin Mayo
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10.04.15
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UI/UX Designer Job in San Francisco for Fortune 100 Company

Citrusbits is looking to fill in a position of UI/UX Designer for a well known company in San Francisco.

Who are you?
Excited about human-centered design
Passionate about pixel perfection
You’ll continually re-evaluate current UIs and identify areas for improvement as part of our Design Team
You’ll produce sketches, flowcharts, mind maps, wireframes, mockups, prototypes and other designs as you iterate toward the best solutions to UI/UX challenges.

Required Skill Set:
BA or BFA in Graphic Design, with a minimum of 2 years work experience in a design-related field, working knowledge of key concepts in web and interactive design
Ability to articulate ideas in a manner that is clearly understood by senior creative and project management staff
Demonstrated proficiency in the formal elements of design, including typography, layout, balance, proportion, rhythm, emphasis and unity
Solid understanding of the technical side of web development, including working knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, iOS and other technologies

Technical Skills
• Ability to deliver design material on target for schedule, budget, and quality
• Knowledge of user centered design processes and methods
• Experience with Omnigraffle/Visio, Axure, Creative Studio, Keynotes, Fireworks, Illustrator, Photoshop;
• Interest in and aptitude for structure, organization, and terminology
• Understanding of usability protocols and methods a plus
• Appreciation of the influence of interactive web technologies (HTML/CSS, DHTML, JavaScript) and industry trends on design
• Ability to coordinate and track user stories, use cases, and design deliverables
• Ability to engender trust and respect of peers and stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate with and understand the needs of non-technical internal clients
• Domain knowledge of networking fundamentals a plus

Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Interaction Design or a related field, or 2 or more years of relevant experience
• Coursework in or familiarity with usability and design principles
• Coursework in or familiarity with software development practices, especially integrating UX into Agile methods
• Specialty in visualization and data management a plus

Job Snapshot:
Contract
Salary is Negotiable so LETS TALK :)

Job Location: San Francisco

 

 

09.15.15
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App of The Day “Free Wi-Fi Finder”

Description:

Instantly find FREE Wi-Fi Internet hotspots wherever you are in the world online or offline!
JiWire’s Global FREE Wi-Fi app uses your iPhone’s GPS and network triangulation capabilities to locate free Wi-Fi Internet access.

Citrusbits App of the day 1

Features:

  • Free
  • Category: Utilities
  • Updated: Jan 08, 2013
  • Version: 2.9.8
  • Size: 6.3 MB
  • Language: English
  • Seller: JiWire Inc.
  • ★ Over 145,000 Free locations worldwide
    ★ “Near me” search based on your current location
    ★ Search specific geographic regions
    ★ Filter by location type (Cafe, Library, etc..)
    ★ Phone numbers and address info
    ★ Bookmark your favorite locationsNew locations are added on a daily basis, so you always have the latest hotspot data at your fingertips.

Citrusbits App of the day 2

Compatibility:

Requires iOS 5.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

More details on Enterprise App Developers San Francisco

09.11.15
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THE PREREQUISITE STEPS TO SOLVE ORGANIZATIONAL MISCOMMUNICATION: HOW TO USE A MOBILE APP TO CREATE THE COHERENCE

Ever wonder how to make a flawless and quick communication network inside the organization?

Companies always try to be smart. They improve efficiency, customer service and response time… Because to prove the point that they are the best!

Organizational Communication structure defines how effectively they are capable to perform the job they are offering. Companies strive to do the best — They setup CRM systems, hire professionals, educate employees, arrange seminars and motivate team to do one thing…

That’s to Perform Better.

Have you watched White Collar, an American TV Series, on USA Network?

The character of Neal Caffrey, a con-turned-FBI-Consultant remains ahead of his team members, because he foresees the possibilities, plans for them and goes to test them…

And he gets through pursuing his own ways.

The point is, you have to ready and right on the toes to get things done, even before they don’t seem to popping up any sort of issue.

Prerequisite Steps and Solving Organizational Miscommunication

Prerequisite steps are those moves which are needed to taken prior to the actual appearance of something related or actionable.

The control over the process and understanding of requirements are those factors that make any system smooth — When this system doesn’t remain smooth by any reason, it causes troubles. To avoid those troubles prerequisite steps create a space which ensures minimum or zero damage.

Step #1: Identification of the Space

Understanding the situation matters a lot. An organizational cognitive process can’t be accurate if there isn’t a coherence among each other.

Identification of space means knowing the area which could be lacking in the coming days.

Ever wondered why Companies prefer task management systems like TaskWorld, Hitask and Producteev?

Because they want to narrow down the errors that cause due to the lack of communication. Hence, it seems that utilization of quick messaging, task and file sharing, notices creation and a collaborative team work can make a huge difference.

Citrusbits. developed an iOS app for iPhone and iPad, it’s called Shipey. It helps people to hire the contractor easily to move your stuff from one place to another. Hasn’t it been a hassle to shift the bed, couch, refrigerator and other things?

Shipey is the solution. It gets you the right company to come at your door step and get your shifting done within no time. Well, Shipey looks a great idea, it makes anyone with a sizeable vehicle to turn himself into the driver to shift the stuff and get the cut.

Why did actually the Founder of Shipey think that way?

Why did Shipey born?

It came out, because was an empty space. People always move their stuff, people always shift their home.

Once you find out the lacking point, when you fix it, you’d have a better chance to make it an opportunity to make it big.

Step #2: Finding the Loop Holes

One of the important tasks would be prior lookup for the possible loop holes that can be nailed down before they appear and stem into couple of more issues.

Cogxia, is an upcoming Social Meetup and Networking app, being released soon on Android. The maker/makers probably know a lot about LINE and WeChat. It’s more than just a social app or dating app, it comes with a different approach that encircles the like-mindedness, locality, privacy and connectivity.

When you already know the problem (which might be the competition), you probably get a chance to make your arsenal ready for the big fight. From finding the lacking points to adding the extra features(which aren’t offered by the competition) everything makes you ahead of them. When you’re fixing the problems or giving something awesome, remember, in either case you stay ahead.

Step #3: Writing up the Solutions

Thinking out of the box makes us stand out in the crowd. We see every about on social networking and community apps like Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and others about following.

When Citrus Inc. developed the Thinkabout iOS app for iPhone and iPad, it turned out to be a unique connectivity app. Tap and let others know that you’re thinking about them.

George D Bishop mentioned ‘Robert Sternberg’ in his article and quoted the reference of Sternberg’s statement on Innovation. “Creativity is, in large part, a decision that people make”, said Robert Sternberg.

So, it’s all about finding the solutions.

Giving something that has to occur yet.

Using the Mobile Apps to Create the Coherence

Speaking of Innovation, foreseeing becomes a vital credential to meet the requirement, to fight the chaos, and to enlighten the darkest part.

When it comes to solving the problems and assisting the employees or peers, not only task management softwares can help you out, but mobile apps can also going to make a huge difference.

Coherence defines how quick, reliable and effective any organization’s hierarchical structure is. Making an official Mobile App or multiple smartphone apps for various platforms/departments might help many multi-national firms.

3 Reasons Why Mobile Apps are Essential for Communication

  1. Easily Useable

Mobile apps aren’t any rocket science. Anyone with an iPhone or Android phone can use the Smartphone app. When an organization’s Smartphone app would create a link between department to department or employee to employee, it would certainly be a handy thing.

  1. Simple to Access

Accessibility might be an issue inside the organization. There are always files, pictures, worksheets that need to be floated and transferred from desk to desk. In fact, mobile app of any organization provides an access to the information and resources to limited or all employees inside the organization.

  1. Increase the Efficiency

Efficiency has always been considered as important element, and it would be, no matter what. Smartphone apps certainly increase the efficiency of the organizational structure. From communication to notifications, file sharing to messages and data transfer to social networking, there are lots of things which can be achieved through the branded Smartphone app of your organization.

Enterprise Mobile App Developers in California

09.10.15
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Free Mobile App Development

The procedure to create an iPhone application is not as hard or as straightforward as one may think. Like cooking, there is a bit of a methodology involved in “cooking” up an application. This article surely isn’t about your style of cooking, but about the general steps to make your iPhone App idea a reality.

Making an application isn’t altogether free, so it is essential to know in advance that, sooner or later in this procedure, you will be spending  US$99. Likewise, it is vital to know in advance that you will need to utilize a Mac sooner or later, and will need to utilize particular Mac-happy code to make your application.

iPhone App Development Process - Citrusbits iPhone App Development Company Los Angeles

So now lets start and move step by step:

Step One: Unique App Idea

Since you know there are millions of apps out there already so why would anybody need to utilize your app? Why would they pay cash for it  in the case you are going to charge? So it is all about a unique idea to make an app a success. Make sure there aren’t so many different applications available to do the same as you are proposing.  If you think that the app you are going to create will do better than the other apps already exist,  make sure you have analyzed thoroughly. Jot down the idea on a paper or draw it on a machine.

Step Two: Get a Mac

The iPhone is an Apple gadget and uses a variety of the Mac OS. As for now the iPhone app building tools are only available for Mac users, although there are some possibilities of designing in jail break mode of a computer but to submit your app to the App store you eventually need a Mac. If you can’t afford a Mac you can use Mac mini which is relatively cheaper.

Step Three: Becoming an official Apple Developer

You need to register as an Apple Developer to work with Mac tools. There are no charges for registration. You simply have to give them your information and agree to their terms and conditions. Once you are registered you can use the same ID and Password for your iTunes Accounts and you can develop an app for any of the Mac Products.

Step Four: Software Development Kit (SDK) for iPhone

Once you registered to Apple and become an official Apple Developer,  you need to download the software development kit for iPhone.  The version of SDK you need to download  depends upon the Operating System you are currently using. This download is very large because it comes with all sorts of documentation, sample codes, and all sorts of things you will be glad to have later on. So it can take few hours.

Step Five: X Code

In case you don’t have XCode already, download it now. As described by Apple Inc, This code is a complete, full featured  IDE assembled around a smooth work process that integrates the editing of source code, with the build and compile steps, through to a graphical debugging experience – all without leaving the view of your source code.”  This is too a huge download.

Step Six: Start Developing Your App with the Templates Given in SDK

After drawing your application out on a paper or in Photoshop, you can start designing it with the templates given in the Software Development Kit. There is a great number of templates available to choose from. This is where the time you spent on downloading SDK will give you a huge benefit. There are a lot of tutorials and video clips available on the internet on how to use these templates effectively or you can contact Citrusbits, An iPhone App Development Company in San Francisco. They have a great and helpful team to walk you through the whole app development process.

How to Develop Free iPhone App - Citrusbits iPhone App Developer San Francisco

Step Seven: Objective-C For Cocoa

It would be a great thing if  you love programming languages, because you are going to like Objective C. But if you don’t know how to write a code you can get stuck here and you will need help from a  friend who is a programmer or you have to hire someone. Here again I would mention that Citrusbits iPhone App Developer in San Francisco and Los Angeles can help you out.

Step 8: Program Your App In Objective-C

Once you are able to understand the basics of Objective-C or possibly know how to answer programming inquiries, you are prepared to program your application. It will help you to take screenshots of what you do along  so you can remember what you have tried. Some of the applications can take simply a couple of hours to program while others may consume several months, depends upon how much detail you want.

Step 9: Testing the App

The SDK accompanies a great iPhone Simulator. You will need to load up your application and do your own testing. You must attempt to work out as many bugs as you could and think about all the possible way a user can use your application.

Step 10: Host Your Ready App

As I have already told you that you would need some money to spend while developing an iPhone App. So this is the point. Loading an App to Apple Store costs a one time fee of US$99. There is no way out to this fee but you can earn back many times more to this amount if your app is a success.

Step 11:  Testing

After paying  your fee,  others in app community will be app to test your app for final bugs. Testing an app is not less than having fun. Testing process can take some time depends upon the complexity and nature of your application.

Step 12: Submitting Your iPhone App for Approval

Once the testing is complete and you work out all the bugs and errors, your app is ready to be submitted to iTunes for approval. You can upload the app from community and have to be patient because it can take some time for your app to be approved.

Step 13: Monetization

You have to check the traffic if you created a free iPhone Application and for a paid app watch for money. If you want to avoid all this hassle you can simply contact Citrusbits iPhone App Development Company based in San Francisco and Los Angeles and they will walk you through the entire app development cycle from idea->development->app store -> monetization.

10.30.14
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Samsung, Apple retain global smartphone lead in Q3 as Xiaomi rockets into third

Samsung remained at the top of IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker for the quarter ending September, shipping 78.1 million units for a 23.8 percent marketshare, but the result represents an 8.5 percent decline from the same time last year. By contrast, the Korean electronics giant moved 85 million in the third quarter of 2013.

Coming in second was Apple, which already announced a record-breaking quarter earlier this month with sales reaching 39.27 million iPhones for the three-month period, up 16.1 percent from the year prior. Applied to the worldwide market, IDC says Apple’s smartphone accounted for 12 percent of the total, down slightly from 12.9 percent in 2013.

“Despite rumors of a slowing market, smartphone shipments continue to see record-setting volumes,” said IDC program director Ryan Reith. “We’ve finally reached a point where most developed markets are experiencing single-digit growth while emerging markets are still growing at more than 30% collectively. In these markets, smartphone price points are making mobile computing possible where we once expected feature phones to remain dominant. This is great news for overall volumes, but the challenge has now become how to make money on devices that are quickly becoming commodity products. Outside of Apple, many are struggling to do this.”

The note pointed out that Apple’s older iPhone 5s and 5C models contributed to a bulk of the company’s sales, despite most attention being paid to the latest iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.

The big story this quarter came out of Asia, with upstart Xiaomi posting a year-over-year change of 211.3 percent to end the quarter with 17.3 million units shipped, up from 5.6 million last year. The manufacturer known for its budget-friendly phones jumped from a 2.1 percent marketshare in quarter three of 2013 to 5.3 percent by the period ending in September.

Fellow Asian firms Lenovo and LG came in fourth and fifth with 16.9 million and 16.8 million smartphones shipped, respectively. The result is unchanged from 2013, though each company bumped their share of the market by 5 percent.

No longer in the top five is Huawei, which previously sat in the No. 3 spot behind Apple as recently as the second quarter of 2014.

Overall, IDC saw a total of 327.6 million smartphone shipments and sales in quarter three, accounting for a 25.2 percent increase from the same time last year.

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MCX defends CurrentC against Apple Pay controversy, says sensitive customer data is saved in the cloud

MCX posted a new blog post on Wednesday entitled “Answers to Your Questions,” in which CEO Dekkers Davidson promoted his company’s forthcoming CurrentC mobile payment service. A number of major retailers are partners in the program, and the contract forbids them from using alternative mobile payment services like Apple Pay.

But while CurrentC is an exclusive program, retailers who wish to stop working with MCX do not pay any fines, Davidson said. He also touted “key benefits” of the system, such as cross-platform compatibility, and the ability to integrate coupons, loyalty cards and payment methods into one “seamless transaction.”

Davidson also addressed concerns about consumer privacy and data security, particularly considering the service taps directly into users’ bank accounts rather than using credit cards. The CEO said that MCX will not store sensitive customer data within the application, and will instead save it on a “secure cloud-hosted network.”

“Removing this sensitive information from the mobile device significantly lowers the risk of it being inappropriately disclosed in a case that the mobile device is hacked, stolen or otherwise compromised,” Davidson wrote.

As for collection of consumer data, the MCX chief executive said users will be able to “make informed decisions” about their personal data through a privacy dashboard in the CurrentC mobile application. CurrentC will also comply with privacy laws required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or HIPAA.

“CurrentC does not collect any information from any other apps, or health information stored in the mobile device,” Davidson said. The CEO also included a link to the CurrentC privacy policy, but as of Wednesday morning the page was broken, returning a 404 error.

MCX has found itself under fire after merchant partners Rite Aid and CVS began declining Apple Pay and Google Wallet NFC-based transactions this past weekend. Other MCX partners, including Walmart and Best Buy, have already announced they will not support Apple Pay.

The CurrentC payment system from MCX is set to roll out in 2015, and it relies on unique QR codes that are presented upon checkout. Unlike Apple Pay, which allows users to simply place their iPhone within proximity of a compatible terminal and authorize the purchase with their fingerprint, CurrentC requires users to unlock their device, launch the application, and have a retail employee scan the QR code displayed on their device.

The consortium is looking to bypass credit card network fees by linking directly to customers’ bank accounts, which has raised some security concerns amongst critics. Apple’s system instead works with existing credit card providers, allowing users to continue to receive the same points, benefits and rewards when completing transactions via their iPhone.

In addition to avoiding swipe fees, CurrentC enables purchase tracking and processing for loyalty programs, coupons and special offers to further boost MCX merchant sales.

Apple Pay launched on the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus last week, and users activated more than one million cards in the first 72 hours of availability. That means within just three days, Apple Pay became the largest contactless payments service in the U.S., outpacing services like Google Wallet which have been on the market for years.