Apple will open its NFC to third parties in Europe next month, once regulators approve the company’s plans to do so.
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Emulator for PlayStation, Wii, SEGA Genesis, and More Coming to the App Store Soon
Provenance, a very popular retro-games emulator will soon launch in the App Store for iPhone and Apple TV, lead developer reveals.
Cops Can Make You Unlock Your iPhone, but There’s a Catch
If you use a password or passcode to lock your phone, cops can’t make you unlock it. But if you use Face ID or Touch ID, they can force you.
Apple to Overhaul Calculator on macOS 15 With Math Notes, Real-Time Currency Exchange, and More
This revamped Calculator in macOS 15 will come with new features like Math Notes, real time currency exchange rates, and more.
Remember Tim Cook Staring Down ‘Mother Nature’ at iPhone 15 Launch? It’s Paying Off
Apple achieved a major sustainability milestone, slashing greenhouse gas emissions by over 50% since 2015. This progress propels them towards their goal of carbon neutrality by 2030 (Apple 2030).
Apple's Alternative App Store Implementation Sparks Developer Backlash
EU’s first official alternative app store launch, AltStore, is met with criticism of Apple’s complex and buggy implementation.
Best Buy Envision App for Apple Vision Pro Lets You Shop Using Augmented Reality
Best Buy has announced its Envision app exclusively for the Apple Vision Pro, allowing users to shop and see products.
Yet Another Leak Hints at HomePod with LCD Display
Rumors suggest Apple may revamp its HomePod with a touchscreen display, potentially enhancing its functionality as a smart home hub.
Apple Forced to Pull WhatsApp and Threads from China App Store
Apple has taken down Meta-owned popular apps, WhatsApp and Threads from its App Store in China, citing government orders.
Upcoming 12.9-Inch iPad Air Might Have Same Screen as the Current Larger iPad Pro
The upcoming 12.9-inch iPad Air, scheduled to launch alongside the 2024 iPad Pro in the second week of May, could feature a mini-LED display, according to a new report.
A New App Signals at Apple Vision Pro’s Imminent Launch in China
A 3D shopping app specifically made for the headset by a major retailer suggests that the Apple Vision Pro will soon be available in China.
Apple Cut a Deal to Scrap Usable iPhones That Later Found New Homes in Asia
Many of these iPhones still function well and could be cleaned up and sold. Yet, Apple paid GEEP to destroy more than 250,000 every year.
Update: Refurbished Apple Watch Ultra 2 Units Are Now Available in China and UK
Apple is selling refurbished Apple Watch Ultra 2 units directly to customers in China and could start shipping them to other countries.
iPhone 17 Plus Screen Size Might Be Smaller Than Current Plus Variant, Says Report
Well, would you settle for an iPhone that’s lacking that Plus factor?
iPhone Enjoys About Double the Popularity of the Mac Among Apple Users, reveals Study
A report reveals how deeply Apple customers are invested in ecosystem, claiming over 90% customers have an iPhone nearly double the Mac’s.
You Can Now Download the Delta Emulator From the App Store
You can now play a wide range of retro games on your iOS device with Riley Testut’s Delta emulator, available directly from the App Store.
Apple Plans on Manufacturing Camera Modules in India
As Apple looks to diversify iPhone production away from China, they’re seeking camera module suppliers in India. Talks with Murugappa Group and Tata’s Titan Company could create a more localized supply chain.
WhatsApp Introduces Chat Filters To Help Declutter Your Messages
Chat filters for WhatsApp are here to effortlessly sort chats, find messages fast and ditch the endless scroll.
WhatsApp Is Working on a Feature To Pin Channels for iPhone
WhatsApp is working on a new pin channels feature for iOS to let users pin their preferred channels at the top of the list.
Report: China Might Be the Culprit Behind Recent Apple Spyware Attacks
A report suggests LightSpy, a piece of spyware with Chinese connections, was responsible for the most recent attack on Apple iPhones.
iOS 18 Set To Bring Major Boosts to Apple Notes
iOS 18 is expected to bring a ton of new features to Apple Notes, such as integrated audio recording and support for mathematical notations.
Apple Stops Suggesting Palestine Flag for 'Jerusalem' Searches, Ending Controversy
iOS 17.5 beta 2 doesn’t suggest Palestine flag now when you type Jerusalem after updating your device, putting an end to controversy.
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Microsoft's Note-Taking App 'OneNote' Now Available on Apple Vision Pro
Microsoft OneNote lands on Apple Vision Pro! Take notes, build digital notebooks, and manage tasks directly in mixed reality. This new app offers familiar OneNote features like organization tools, cloud storage, and collaboration. Learn more about functionality, installation, and supported accounts for Apple’s latest MR headset.
