The public launch of Apple’s biggest iOS update in 2018 so far might be just a few weeks away, now that developers just received another beta build for iOS 11.3. Apple seeded iOS 11.3 beta six to developers this morning, bring a bunch of bug fixes and under-the-hood improvements to the iPhone and iPad. Developers […]
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iOS 11.3 inches closer to launch with sixth beta
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Serious Siri flaw can expose your unread messages
A nasty new flaw with Siri has been discovered this week that could allow people to snoop on your messages. iPhone users found that Siri can be used to read new messages from third-party apps, even when your iPhone is locked. The new Siri flaw was first spotted by Mac Magazine and works on the […]
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iOS 11.4 public beta arrives with AirPlay 2
HomePod owners no longer need to be a developer to test AirPlay 2. Apple seeded the first public beta of iOS 11.4 to testers today, allowing anyone who signs up for the beta testing program to play with some of the new features coming out later this spring. Developers received the first beta of iOS […]
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Facebook spies on your messages to make sure you’re being good
Just when you thought Facebook couldn’t be more intrusive, the company has confirmed that it keeps an eye on our Messenger conversations to make sure we’re being good. Messages you send are scanned to ensure they abide by Facebook’s rules — and if they don’t, they won’t be delivered. Facebook is currently under fire — […]
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Big features make a comeback in iOS 11.4 beta 1
The first beta of iOS 11.4 brings back some big features Apple tested in previous betas, but then subsequently removed. Check out our video below to see iOS 11.4 in action. We run through what’s new and what you can expect if you give the beta a whirl. Don’t call it a comeback! iOS 11.4 beta […]
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Twitter tests ‘Secret’ encrypted messaging feature
Twitter is testing a “Secret” messaging feature that will protect users’ private messages with end-to-end encryption. The feature has already been baked into the Twitter app for Android, but it hasn’t yet been activated inside a public release. Twitter doesn’t encrypt our private conversations just yet, but after whistleblower Edward Snowden called on Twitter CEO Jack […]
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Microsoft wants to bring iMessage to Windows
Microsoft wants to work with Apple to bring iMessage to Windows machines. The company’s upcoming Your Phone app will seamlessly sync content between your iPhone and your Windows 10 PC, but unlike those with an Android device, you won’t be able to sync messages. Microsoft is hoping it can team up with Apple to change […]
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Snapchat adds ability to delete messages after they’re sent
Snapchat is making it easier to deal with messaging regret by giving us the ability to delete chats after they’ve been sent. The new “Delete Chat” feature is available for both group and one-to-one conversations. It can be used to recall text as well as voice notes, stickers, photos, and videos. Snapchat rose to fame […]
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New Apple Pay ad miraculously makes payments funny
Apple Pay isn’t just for trips to Starbucks. It can also be used to send or receive money from friends. Or your landlord, as shown in a humerous new ad. Money can be transferred in a simple text using the Messages app. This works for sending and receiving the cash, after Apple Wallet has been properly […]
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1Password for iOS gets rich text notes, iMessage sticker pack
You can now create more useful secure notes in 1Password for iOS, thanks to a new update that adds rich text support. The latest release also introduces a sticker pack for Messages and a whole host of bug fixes. 1Password is one of the most popular password managers for Mac and iOS. Its success can […]
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iPhone X Plus will get iPad-like landscape mode
Apple’s new big-screen iPhone launching later this year will come with some UI perks other 2018 iPhones can’t match. Based on info found in the latest iOS 12 beta, the extra screen real estate on the iPhone X Plus (or whatever Apple calls it) will allow users to operate it in landscape mode with extra […]
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Apple Pay Cash ad shows us how to argue over dinner bills in 2018
Apple Pay Cash is the easiest way to send money between iPhone users. And it gives us a whole new way to argue over who pays for dinner — as Apple demonstrates in its latest ad from the “Just text them the money” campaign. “Dinner,” like other Apple Pay Cash ads, showcases just how quick […]
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Beware the vulnerabilities in this popular macOS mail app
Airmail 3, a popular email client for macOS, ships with big security vulnerabilities that could put users’ personal data at risk. Researchers uncovered an exploit that allows attackers to steal users’ emails and attachments simply by convincing them to open a message. Here’s how it works. Airmail 3 promises fast performance and “intuitive interaction.” It […]
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iOS 12 automatically saves iMessage photos to your Photos library
iOS 12 saves your iMessage photos to your camera roll, so you never a lose a picture again.
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How to use the new iOS Comic Book photo filter
iOS 12’s amazing new Comic Book filter is buried deep inside the Messages app, but it’s worth digging out.
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WhatsApp finally adds support for stickers
WhatsApp is one of the biggest messaging platforms on the planet, and it has somehow gone without support for stickers — until now! Some users now have the ability to send and receive stickers, and the rest will be able to enjoy the same functionality on both Android and iOS in the coming weeks. A selection […]
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How to make Group FaceTime calls on iPhone, iPad or Mac
Group FaceTime calls are finally available on the Mac, and in iOS 12.1. Here’s how to use it. Spoiler: it’s really, really easy.
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How to instantly track a flight from the Messages app
Tracking flights on iOS is as easy as tapping a flight number in an email or the Messages app. The result is better than most flight-tracking apps. Let’s “check-in,” a-ha-ha-ha.
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How to place and receive phone calls on iPad
Your iPad can be used to make and receive phone calls and free-bubble text messages. Here’s how to set it all up.
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WhatsApp can now be protected by Face ID or Touch ID on iPhone
Your WhatsApp conversations can now be protected by Face ID or Touch ID on iPhone. The latest update to the world’s most popular messaging app lets users take advantage of the iPhone’s biometric security features for an extra layer of protection. Here’s how it works. WhatsApp might be owned by Facebook, but unlike Messenger, it […]
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