We’ve talked a bit about how it works before, but this latest paper has additional information. A PDF version is also available with more detail than the journal.
News
Apple Releases macOS High Sierra 10.13.2 to Public
As anticipated by the beta development cycle, Apple’s patch notes specify bug fixes in this release.
TMO Staff's Favorite News and RSS Reader Apps
Curious which apps the TMO team uses for news and RSS readers? Check out our favorites.
Apple reportedly Buys Company that Can Search Spoken Words
The short version of what this company does is making it possible to transcribe, organize, and search audio files.
Ai.Type Keyboard Replacement Leaks Data for 31 Million Users
Kromtech said the user data was exposed—rather than hacked—most likely by misconfiguration of a MongoDB database.
You Can Get a Gift Card When You Recycle Apple Watches
You can recycle Apple Watches from Series 0, Series 1, and Series 2. Depending on the model, you can receive anywhere from US$50 to US$175.
watchOS 4.2 Available with Apple Pay Cash Support
Now that Apple seems to have the kinks worked out from its Apple Pay Cash launch for iOS 11.2, watchOS 4.2 is out and ready to install on your Apple Watch.
Apple Adds Unlocked iPhone X to Apple Store
You can finally buy an iPhone X unlocked and without a SIM card in the United States online and in Apple’s stores.
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Apple Pay Cash Begins Rolling Out - [Update: It's Back Again]
Really, we promise, and we have some screenshots that sort of prove it. [Update: Apple Pay Cash is back for some users, and TMO staff and TMO readers are reporting that it’s active.]
HEX's Star Wars Leather iPhone Cases Are Way Cool
Designs include: Darth Vader, Storm Trooper, R2D2, Rebel Pilot, and Boba Fett.
Apple Improves HDR Frame Rate Settings in Apple TV tvOS 11.2 Update
Apple released tvOS 11.2 for the fourth generation Apple TV and Apple TV 4K on Monday. They update adds in new frame rate settings for HDR content.
SiriusXM Radio for iOS Now Compatible With Apple CarPlay
This announcement comes hot on the heels of Sirius announcing it would open its service for free for a two-week trial period.
Apple Pay Cash Missing from iOS 11.2 but Coming this Week
If you were surprised Apple Pay Cash was missing when you installed iOS 11.2, be patient. That’s coming this week.
Amazon Promises Prime Apple TV App Still Coming this Year
Apple TV will get the Amazon Prime app before the end of the year, according to the online retailer’s PR department.
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Apple Releases iOS 11.2, Launching Apple Pay Cash, Faster Wireless Charging, Notifications Bug Fix [Update]
This update marks the official launch of Apple Pay Cash, the company’s peer-to-peer payment platform, and support for faster wireless charging on iPhone X, iPhone 8, and iPhone 8 Plus with 7.5W Qi chargers.
Apple Has 4 New Commercials for Apple Watch S3 as the 'Gift of Go'
Two of them feature the cellular abilities of Apple Watch Series GPS + Cellular, while one demonstrates workouts. The fourth shows Apple Watch’s ability to go in a pool.
Apple Reminds Developers that Mac App Store Submissions Must Support 64-Bit Starting January 2018
Updates to existing apps have until June of 2018 to support 64-bit computing.
What's the Difference Between iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X Aspect Ratio?
If you’re moving to the iPhone X from the iPhone 8, the differences will probably be noticeable. But if you had a plus-size iPhone, will the iPhone X feel smaller or bigger?
Apple Seeds macOS High Sierra 10.13.2 Developer Beta 6
This development cycle for macOS High Sierra is a bug fix and performance-centric update, with the only known new features being Mac App Store improvements.
Apple Seeds Developer Beta 6 of iOS 11.2
This is the second developer beta this week, as Apple works on a Now Playing control for Apple TV in Control Center, a bug fix for Calculator, and Apple Pay Cash.
LEGO Takes Brick Building Virtual with LEGO AR-Studio for iPhone and iPad
LEGO is taking another crack at blending real and virtual building on the iPhone and iPad with its new LEGO AR-Studio.
Apple May Have Plans for a Cheap iPad in 2018
Apple is looking to take more of the budget conscious tablet market with a $259 iPad in 2018 if a new report is correct.
iPhone X Delivery Times Drop to 1 Week
It looks like Apple has its iPhone X production issues pretty much under control because shipping times for the flagship smartphone have dropped down to about a week.
3 Places to Get Cool Star Wars iPhone Cases
We found some really cool Star Wars cases that’ll look great while protecting your iPhone 7, iPhone 8, or iPhone X.
