Andrew Orr

Tech Beat Reporter

Since 2015, Andrew has been writing in the online tech community, specializing in Apple-related topics as well as privacy and security. He has also been a guest on podcasts such as MacVoices and In Touch With iOS.

In his free time, Andrew enjoys Mario Kart competitions with friends, taking a walk in a local park, and wishing he had more houseplants.

Latest Articles from Andrew Orr

Scosche unveils Qi2 chargers & MagSafe mounts at CES 2024

Scosche Industries unveils a groundbreaking lineup of Qi2-certified chargers, MagSafe-compatible mounts, and innovative charging solutions at CES 2024.

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

Catalyst launches dog collar for AirTag & rugged iPhone 15 cases

Catalyst unveiled the innovative Catalyst Dog Collar for AirTag and the advanced Total Protection Cases for iPhone 15 Pro models, marking a significant expansion in their range of protective solutions.

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

McAfee unveils AI-powered tool to combat deepfake audio scams

In a move against the rising tide of digital deception, McAfee has launched Project Mockingbird, an AI-powered Deepfake Audio Detection tool, boasting a 90% success rate in identifying fraudulent audio.

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

How to quickly share & manage file paths in macOS Finder

Knowing how to obtain a file path in macOS Sonoma quickly is a significant time-saver, particularly for professionals who regularly manage files and folders. Here's how to do it.

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

AirTag saves Christmas, tracks down luggage stolen from Charlotte airport

A family successfully tracked their stolen luggage from Charlotte Douglas International Airport using an Apple AirTag — though police warn against tracking down suspects without help.

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

Rising star Luxshare secures major stake in Pegatron's iPhone factory

Apple supplier Luxshare is taking over an iPhone assembly factory from a rival manufacturer after buying a majority stake in the location.

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

Apple is pushing hard to make the Mac relevant in gaming

Apple is taking a giant leap in the gaming world, with executives revealing plans to harness the power of Apple Silicon to transform the Mac into a premier gaming platform.

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

Apple gets backlash from India after uncovering hacks on journalists

India is targeting Apple with investigations and governmental pressure after the company revealed the country's use of Pegasus spyware against journalists and opposition parties.

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

'Operation Triangulation' exposes advanced iMessage attack on security firm

Security experts have disclosed an astonishing four-year campaign of iPhone hacking targeting the Russian security company Kaspersky, which has been labeled "the most sophisticated exploit ever."

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

How to run basic and advanced Shortcuts on iPhone & Mac

Apple's Shortcuts app offers plenty of built-in examples to get started, but there are third-party apps and advanced scripting methods to take the tool even further.

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

Not everyone is convinced that the Apple Watch ban will only have a small financial impact

While a more common belief is that the Apple Watch sales ban will have minimal financial repercussions in the short term, there are outlying opinions about the extent of its economic impact.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

Former iPhone designer joins a space habitation company as advisor

Vast, a space habitation company, has brought former Apple industrial designer Peter Russell-Clarke on board as an advisor to help build its own industrial design team.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

Apple Silicon M3 Pro competes with Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU in AI benchmark [u]

In a recent test of Apple's MLX machine learning framework, a benchmark shows how the new Apple Silicon Macs compete with Nvidia's RTX 4090.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

Apple releases tvOS 17.2 with 3D movies and better system navigation

Apple has updated its home entertainment experience with the release of tvOS 17.2, which brings features like 3D movies for the Vision Pro headset.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

watchOS 10.2 now available, allowing Siri to access health data for hands-free usage

Apple has officially released the watchOS 10.2 update to bring back the swipe gesture for changing watch faces and Siri access to health data.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

iOS 17.1.2 & Sonoma 14.1.2 updates stop browsers from leaking personal data

Apple has updated iOS, iPadOS, and macOS Sonoma with new updates that fix two actively exploited WebKit bugs that could leak personal data to attackers.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

Best webcam for Mac for streaming, Zoom meetings & more

In an era where remote work and virtual meetings have become the norm, having a high-quality webcam is more critical than ever. Here are the best webcam for Mac choices for gamers, healthcare workers, and content creators.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

How to use Siri to read a web page in iOS 17

In the latest iOS 17 update, Apple has introduced an enhanced Siri feature that allows the virtual assistant to read web articles aloud. Here's how to get started.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

New Bluetooth flaws could let an attacker steal wireless communications

Apple users could be affected by newly discovered Bluetooth flaws, allowing attackers to impersonate devices — even those with the newest version of Bluetooth.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

Nothing's iMessage bridge doesn't appear to be encrypted at all

Despite the Nothing company co-founder claiming that its chat service that bridges iMessage would be end-to-end encrypted, the source code appears to reveal quite the opposite.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

The new Qi2 wireless standard will launch before the holidays

The Wireless Power Consortium has finally approved the Qi2 wireless charging spec, and it will be available in products starting with the iPhone 15 lineup very soon.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

How to locate an Apple TV remote in iOS 17

The Siri Remote is the key to unlocking the full potential of Apple TV, yet its slender form factor makes it prone to being lost in the shuffle of daily life. Here's how to find it using iOS 17.

Andrew Orr | 11 months ago

Apple Music users can now save TikTok songs directly to playlists

TikTok is rolling out a new tool that lets users add songs they discover within the app directly into music apps such as Apple Music.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

Apple is a contender to buy canceled 'Coyote Vs. Acme' movie from Warner Bros

Warner Bros. has reconsidered its decision to not screen animated feature "Coyote Vs. Acme" following significant backlash, and is preparing screenings for a possible acquisition by Apple or other streamers.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

How to use the new ProRAW options in iOS 17

Apple's iOS 17 brings a game-changing feature for iPhone photographers — the ability to change the ProRAW format settings. Here's where to change the format and what each one can offer.

Andrew Orr | 9 months ago

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