Apple and Microsoft have provided details of their methods for detecting or preventing child sexual abuse material distribution, and an Australian regulator has found their efforts lacking.
The holidays are upon us, and you may have loved ones that you can't visit this year. The last two years have improved how we all stay in touch when separated — and here's how Apple technologies and integrations make it easier.
A sketchy rumor claims the 10th-generation iPad could gain two big changes, with Touch ID migrating to a side button while the FaceTime HD camera could move to another side of the display.
If you want to make a video call on FaceTime but don't want to show an untidy room, here's how you can set your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to blur the background.
There are many alternatives to iMessage, and most are completely cross-platform. If you want to communicate securely with your Windows and Android-using friends, here are your best choices — and what the limitations of each choice are.
On this special episode of the AppleInsider podcast, we interview former Apple lead engineer, Justin Santamaria, who worked at Apple for almost a decade and was responsible for the launch and development of iMessage and FaceTime.
The Apple VR and AR headset could take advantage of Memojis to provide a great FaceTime experience, a report offers, with SharePlay providing a communal experience in a digital world.
LG has updated its Gram series of laptops with the new LG Gram 17, a lightweight notebook with a large screen. Here's how it compares with the newest 16-inch MacBook Pro models with an M2 Pro or M2 Max chip.
Millions of people are experimenting with ways to save a few bucks, and downgrading your iPhone can be a good option. This is what happened when one AppleInsider writer downgraded from their iPhone 13 Pro Max to the iPhone SE 3.
Samsung's Galaxy S23 Ultra is a high-end smartphone that aims at Apple's iPhone 14 Pro with a 200-megapixel camera and a high-resolution 6.8-inch display, as well as a stylus.
Samsung's February notebook launches include the Galaxy Book3 Pro 14, featuring a Dynamic AMOLED display and a 13th-gen Intel processor. This is how it stacks up against Apple's counterpart, the new M2-based 14-inch MacBook Pro.
Disney announced that it has updated the Disney+ app across iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS to add SharePlay support, allowing Apple users to watch content together via FaceTime.
FaceTime is apparently fully functional in the United Arab Emirates, a territory that has persisted in banning Apple's video chat service over the last decade.
If you're still steaming over Apple requiring iOS 7 for FaceTime to keep working, you've finally had your day in court, and now you're getting the $3.06 you deserve.
VoIP-Pal, which owns a portfolio of communications patents, has filed a new lawsuit claiming that the underlying system powering Apple's iMessage and FaceTime infringes on its intellectual property.
When iOS 15 launches in the fall, FaceTime is set to get several new features, including a dedicated portrait mode, spatial audio, and the ability to share FaceTime links with those who don't own an Apple device.
Apple will now allow users to plan FaceTime calls in advance, and the video calling platform will also support non-Apple devices like Android smartphones.
The new Center Stage feature of iPad Pro video calls will not be confined to FaceTime, says Apple. The automatic panning and reframing technology is expected to be made available to developers.
If you're feeling the pinch of limited storage capacity on your Mac, these disk space analyzer apps could help you see how it has been consumed, and potentially free some space up too.
If your HomePod isn't working, there's a way to reboot it or reset it back to factory defaults. Here's how to reset HomePod and HomePod mini with or without an iPhone.
A quality wireless microphone system is crucial but expensive for aspiring videographers. The Maono WM821 is economical but might cost you in other ways.
The old Sonos One was a versatile speaker at an entry price that didn't quite match the HomePod. The new Era 100 speaker changes that with a more dynamic sound and robust features — while managing to undercut HomePod in price.
Lately, chargers have become more powerful by outputting more power in a smaller and lighter form factor. The Uze 100W GaN Charger fits into this trend by offering high power in a compact design.
The Audio-Technica AT-LP7 turntable is a stealth work of art. From its modern, sleek design to its graceful and delicate operation, it's a complete package in a deceptively simple form factor. It's a perfect option for people looking to take their vinyl listening to the next level.
