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Everything new in iOS 14.2 beta 1 — updates to Control Center, Watch icon & more

3 days ago

Everything new in iOS 14.2 beta 1 — updates to Control Center, Watch icon & more

Apple seeded iOS 14.2 beta 1 — the first iOS 14 point release — to registered developers on Thursday. Here's everything that's new.

By Mike Peterson | 3 days ago

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What to do before the TikTok and WeChat ban starts

3 days ago

What to do before the TikTok and WeChat ban starts

TikTok and WeChat are now likely to be banned in the US from September 20, but there are steps you need to take right now if you want to use the services in the US now, or in the future.

By William Gallagher | 3 days ago

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EU may require Apple to give competitors access to Apple Pay tech

3 days ago

EU may require Apple to give competitors access to Apple Pay tech

Apple may have to open up its contactless payment technology at the core of Apple Pay to competitors if the European Union rules that Apple's restrictions unfairly hurt competitors.

By Amber Neely | 3 days ago

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iPhone camera and iOS 14 at crux of Facebook & Instagram spying lawsuit

3 days ago

iPhone camera and iOS 14 at crux of Facebook & Instagram spying lawsuit

Facebook allegedly spied on Instagram users through unauthorized use of iPhone cameras, a new lawsuit claims.

By Mike Peterson | 3 days ago

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How to use Back Tap on the iPhone with iOS 14

3 days ago

How to use Back Tap on the iPhone with iOS 14

It's meant to be an accessibility function, but Back Tap in iOS 14 is an extremely convenient way to launch apps or run Shortcuts. Here's how to use it, and what you can do with it.

By William Gallagher | 3 days ago

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Nike Run Club gains exclusive modular watch face, Twilight Mode, Streaks

3 days ago

Nike Run Club gains exclusive modular watch face, Twilight Mode, Streaks

The Nike Run Club app is being updated alongside the Apple Watch Series 6 launch with an exclusive new watch face, Twilight Mode, and a streaks function.

By Wesley Hilliard | 3 days ago

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Content, third-party integrations are key to Apple Fitness+ adoption, JP Morgan says

3 days ago

Content, third-party integrations are key to Apple Fitness+ adoption, JP Morgan says

Investment bank JP Morgan expects Apple Fitness+ to bolster the value of the Apple One bundle, but notes that standalone adoption could take some time to ramp up.

By Mike Peterson | 3 days ago

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'Fortnite: Save the World' updates stop on Mac as U.S. investigates Epic's China connection

3 days ago

'Fortnite: Save the World' updates stop on Mac as U.S. investigates Epic's China connection

Epic is saying that Apple has blocked all updates to "Fortnite" spin-off "Fortnite: Save the World" on macOS ending Epic's ability to develop on the platform, while a U.S. government investigation of 40% owner Tencent looms.

By Wesley Hilliard | 3 days ago

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How to use the new App Library in iOS 14

3 days ago

How to use the new App Library in iOS 14

The new App Library in iOS 14 is a simple idea that proves to be a huge boon to productivity. Here's how it could become your most-used iOS 14 feature, and why it's worth upgrading for just by itself.

By William Gallagher | 3 days ago

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Apple increasing production of Apple Watch Series 6, iPad parts in China

3 days ago

Apple increasing production of Apple Watch Series 6, iPad parts in China

Apple has increased production of the Apple Watch Series 6 and Wi-Fi iPad series amidst growing U.S.-China tensions.

By Amber Neely | 3 days ago

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Apple Watch comparison, new iPad Air, iOS 14, and more on the AppleInsider Podcast

3 days ago

Apple Watch comparison, new iPad Air, iOS 14, and more on the AppleInsider Podcast

Your hosts review the "Time Flies" event, compare the new Apple Watch models, discuss the refreshed iPad Air, iOS 14 widgets and changing default apps, plus Spotify's complaint over the Apple One services bundle.

By Stephen Robles | 3 days ago

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How to hide app home pages on iOS 14

3 days ago

How to hide app home pages on iOS 14

Apple's new iOS 14 brings a new way to help you tame that ever-growing number of apps on your iPhone. Here's how to hide apps you hardly ever, or never, use.

By William Gallagher | 3 days ago

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President Trump scuttles TikTok & Oracle deal

3 days ago

President Trump scuttles TikTok & Oracle deal

According to sources within the White House, President Trump has refused the terms of the Oracle and Bytedance deal, with a de-platforming expected on Sunday.

By Mike Wuerthele | 3 days ago

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Trade-in deals: Get up to 10% in bonus cash for used iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad

3 days ago

Trade-in deals: Get up to 10% in bonus cash for used iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad

Apple's Sept. 15 "Time Flies" saw new hardware announcements — and if you ordered a 2020 iPad, Apple Watch Series 6 or Apple Watch SE, now is the time to lock in a price for your used device while bonus cash deals are in effect.

By Christine McKee | 3 days ago

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Apple TV+ review: Ewan McGregor goes electric in engaging 'Long Way Up'

3 days ago

Apple TV+ review: Ewan McGregor goes electric in engaging 'Long Way Up'

Ewan McGregor and his TV host friend, Charley Boorman, take another of their famously very extended motorcycle trips, this time in Apple TV+'s first travel show.

By Stephen Silver | 3 days ago

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Online Apple Store to launch in India on Sept. 23

3 days ago

Online Apple Store to launch in India on Sept. 23

Apple on Thursday announced a major expansion to its India operations, saying it will open online sales in the country on Sept. 23.

By Mikey Campbell | 3 days ago

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iOS 14.2 beta adds Shazam music recognition to Control Center

4 days ago

iOS 14.2 beta adds Shazam music recognition to Control Center

A new Shazam music recognition feature was added to Control Center as part of the iOS 14.2 beta released to developers on Thursday.

By AppleInsider Staff | 4 days ago

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Apple issues first iOS 14.2, iPadOS 14.2, watchOS 7.1, tvOS 14.2 betas to developers

4 days ago

Apple issues first iOS 14.2, iPadOS 14.2, watchOS 7.1, tvOS 14.2 betas to developers

Apple on Thursday issued the first round of beta releases for iOS 14.2, iPadOS 14.2, watchOS 7.1 and tvOS 14.2 to developers for evaluation.

By Mikey Campbell | 4 days ago

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Restarting your device resets default mail, browser settings in iOS 14

4 days ago

Restarting your device resets default mail, browser settings in iOS 14

Apple's new iOS 14 update appears to have a bug that wipes customized default browser and mail settings when a device is reset or restarted.

By Mike Peterson | 4 days ago

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All the new watch faces in watchOS 7 and Apple Watch Series 6

4 days ago

All the new watch faces in watchOS 7 and Apple Watch Series 6

Apple has officially released watchOS 7 to Apple Watch owners everywhere. The update brings a plethora of new features, including seven new watch faces with countless customizations.

By Andrew O'Hara | 4 days ago

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How to use Smart Stacks for widgets in iOS 14

4 days ago

How to use Smart Stacks for widgets in iOS 14

The new iOS 14 widgets are bigger, brighter, and more useful than before, but they take up a lot of room — unless you use widget stacks, and Smart Stacks.

By William Gallagher | 4 days ago

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Oracle, Walmart, ByteDance, US government reach tentative TikTok deal

4 days ago

Oracle, Walmart, ByteDance, US government reach tentative TikTok deal

After a back-and-forth about terms of the deal with the federal government, Oracle and a range of investors are set to take ownership of TikTok's U.S. operations in a deal awaiting approval from President Donald Trump.

By Mike Peterson | 4 days ago

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How to set up Apple Cash Family for kids and teens

4 days ago

How to set up Apple Cash Family for kids and teens

Apple has announced a new way to use Apple Cash in Apple Cash Family. Now kids and teens can use Apple Cash, perfect for those using Family Setup on an Apple Watch.

By Amber Neely | 4 days ago

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Xcode 12.2 beta includes support for iOS 14.2, tvOS 14.2, and more

4 days ago

Xcode 12.2 beta includes support for iOS 14.2, tvOS 14.2, and more

The latest Xcode beta for macOS Big Sur includes support for unreleased operating systems likely to be used in the upcoming "iPhone 12" and Macs with Apple Silicon.

By Wesley Hilliard | 4 days ago

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Apple wireless charging puck for iPhone depicted in questionable video

4 days ago

Apple wireless charging puck for iPhone depicted in questionable video

A video that claims to depict an Apple wireless charging device prototype for the iPhone or other Qi devices has surfaced online.

By Mike Peterson | 4 days ago

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Pixelmator Pro introduces AppleScript support for powerful automation

4 days ago

Pixelmator Pro introduces AppleScript support for powerful automation

The latest update to Pixelmator Pro introduces support for AppleScript, opening up a range of automation tasks for the application.

By Mike Peterson | 4 days ago

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A decade of iPads: The 2010 iPad versus the 2020 iPad & new iPad Air

4 days ago

A decade of iPads: The 2010 iPad versus the 2020 iPad & new iPad Air

In every possible way, today's iPads are vastly superior and technologically more advanced than the one Steve Jobs launched in 2010. What's changed even more, though, is Apple.

By William Gallagher | 4 days ago

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Apple seeds seventh macOS Big Sur developer beta for testing

4 days ago

Apple seeds seventh macOS Big Sur developer beta for testing

Apple on Thursday seeded the seventh beta version of macOS Big Sur to registered developers.

By Wesley Hilliard | 4 days ago

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Apple TV+ unveils new childrens series 'Stillwater,' and 'Doug Unplugs'

4 days ago

Apple TV+ unveils new childrens series 'Stillwater,' and 'Doug Unplugs'

Adding to its successful slate of childrens television, Apple TV+ has announced "Doug Unplugs" and "Stillwater," plus the return of Emmy-winning #Ghostwriter.

By William Gallagher | 4 days ago

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Apple One will manage users with multiple Apple IDs, but questions remain

4 days ago

Apple One will manage users with multiple Apple IDs, but questions remain

The newly announced Apple One services bundle could manage users who have multiple Apple IDs for different services, but the exact details of the support are still unclear.

By Mike Peterson | 4 days ago

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MacBook Pro 16-inch deals: Save up to $600 along with AppleCare discount

4 days ago

MacBook Pro 16-inch deals: Save up to $600 along with AppleCare discount

The latest 16-inch MacBook Pro deals are here with September savings on every configuration — even models equipped with AMD's Radeon Pro 5600M GPU. Plus, save $80 on AppleCare and an extra 5% off with the Adorama Edge Card. Combined savings can total $1,000 off the MacBooks.

By Christine McKee | 4 days ago

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'BLESA' Bluetooth vulnerability impacts billions of devices, but iOS users are safe

4 days ago

'BLESA' Bluetooth vulnerability impacts billions of devices, but iOS users are safe

Billions of smartphones and other devices are vulnerable to the newly disclosed "BLESA" Bluetooth flaw, but Apple already issued an iOS patch for it in April 2020.

By Mike Peterson | 4 days ago

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Mophie announces new 3-in-1 wireless charger for iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods

4 days ago

Mophie announces new 3-in-1 wireless charger for iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods

Mophie, a manufacturer of smartphone and device accessories, has released several new wireless charging accessories for all our favorite Apple devices.

By Amber Neely | 4 days ago

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iOS 14 MAC randomization privacy feature may cause Cisco enterprise network issues

4 days ago

iOS 14 MAC randomization privacy feature may cause Cisco enterprise network issues

A new iOS 14 privacy feature could potentially cause problems for enterprise or educational network and device management setups, Cisco warned on Thursday.

By Mike Peterson | 4 days ago

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Spotify now testing direct Apple Watch streaming for select users

4 days ago

Spotify now testing direct Apple Watch streaming for select users

Certain Spotify users can now stream music directly to their Apple Watch without requiring a connection to their iPhone.

By Amber Neely | 4 days ago

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Future iPhone could sport under-display light sensor to cut back notch volume

4 days ago

Future iPhone could sport under-display light sensor to cut back notch volume

Apple is researching an ambient light sensor that could be embedded underneath an iPhone display, a development that could aid in removing or reducing the screen notch.

By Mike Peterson | 4 days ago

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Twelve South releases Curve Riser iMac and display stand

4 days ago

Twelve South releases Curve Riser iMac and display stand

The Curve Riser for iMac and Displays from Twelve South features a matte black finish and an integrated shelf to make your desk ergonomic and clean.

By Wesley Hilliard | 4 days ago

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How to change the default browser in iOS 14

4 days ago

How to change the default browser in iOS 14

You can finally change your default browser on iOS 14. Here's how to switch from Apple's default Safari browser to something else like Chrome, Firefox, or Duck Duck Go's browser.

By Amber Neely | 4 days ago

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How to change your default Mail app in iOS 14

4 days ago

How to change your default Mail app in iOS 14

There are some limitations, but for the first time you can now entirely replace Apple's Mail app with a third-party one you prefer, in iOS 14.

By William Gallagher | 4 days ago

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Apple AR research encompasses so much more than entertainment

4 days ago

Apple AR research encompasses so much more than entertainment

A series of patent applications show that Apple is focused on how users can work in an augmented reality or virtual environment, with the company working on practical sides of how to make that space feel more real.

By William Gallagher | 4 days ago

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