It’s taken longer than it probably should have, but Apple’s latest iOS beta allows you to use Face ID with a mask.
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Apple Patent Suggest Biometrics Could Come to AirPods
An Apple patent application indicates it may introduce biometrics to futures models of the AirPods for users authentication purposes.
'OSX.DazzleSpy' is a Fully-Featured macOS Implant for Espionage
OSX.DazzleSpy is a new macOS implant targeting Hong Kong pro-democracy websites. It affects the Safari browser on macOS.
Smart iPhone Tricks
Dr. Mac rhapsodizes about recent iPhone innovations he finds impressive.
Researchers Create First Silk-Based Physical Unclonable Function
Researchers from the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology in South Korea developed a silk-based physical unclonable function (PUF).
Apple's GDP Makes it 8th Richest Country in the World
If Apple was a country it would be the eighth richest in the world, according to analysis. Apple GDP would be just over US$900 billion.
Apple May Turn Your iPhone Into a Credit Card Payment Terminal
Tap to pay is ubiquitous for all smartphone users, but Apple may use it to turn your iPhone into a standalone credit card payment terminal.
Apple TV+: Drama 'Pachinko' to Premiere March 25, 2022
Drama series Pachinko will debut globally on March 25, with the first three episodes released on Apple TV+ on that day.
Successor to 'Shrootless' Bug Attacks Mac SIP Feature
Researchers at Perception Point write about CVE-2022-22583, a successor to Shrootless that could let attackers bypass Mac SIP.
Update to macOS Monterey Fixes Safari Leak
In the latest macOS Monterey update, a controversial Safari leak is plugged. Your web pages no longer give info they shouldn’t to other tabs.
Apple Tells Developers iCloud Sync Bug is Fixed
An iCloud sync bug plaguing apps for months is now fixed, Apple’s telling developers. App users shouldn’t get iCloud 503 errors anymore.
Apple Releases watchOS 8.4 With Charging Bug Fix
Including a fix for charging issues on Apple Watch Series 7 devices, watchOS 8.4 is available to download and install now.
Apple TV+: Animated Feature 'Luck' to Premiere August 5
Animated movie ‘Luck’, featuring a star-studded cast that includes Jane Fonda and Whoopi Goldberg, will premiere on Apple TV+ on August 5.
Review: 'Roborock S7+' Robot Has Sonic Vibration Technology
The Roborock S7+ is the company’s latest robotic vacuum. It’s an improved version of its previous model that adds sonic mopping capabilities.
iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3 Available Now
Apple released iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3. While it does not appear to be a major release, it is important to keep up with security updates.
Appeals Court Says Patent Lawsuit Related to iMessage Encryption Can Proceed
A US appeals court says a patent lawsuit against Apple can proceed. It upheld a decision that patents related to end-to-end encryption valid.
Snapchat AR Shopping Upgraded With Real-Time Prices
Snapchat’s AR Shopping Lens have been upgraded with real-time pricing, product details, and more, the company announced on Wednesday.
MultiChain Hack Still Affecting Customers a Week Later
The Multichain hack is still affecting crypto users a week later, despite promises from the company that it had been contained.
Apple to Highlight Black Voices Throughout Black History Month
Apple plans to highlight Black voices throughout Black History Month, including content across Apple Music, Fitness+, and the Podcasts app.
China Hacking Group 'APT27' Attack German Companies
A China-based hacking group known as APT27 has been targeting German companies in areas such as technology and pharmaceuticals.
Dropbox 'Actively Working' on Full macOS Monterey 12.3 Support
Dropbox is “actively working on full support” for macOS 12.3 in order to fix an issue that affects online-only files.
Apple Safety Guide: What You Need to Know About Device Access
An Apple safety guide has appeared to give customers information on how to protect themselves if their personal safety is at risk.
'Succession' Actor Dagmara Dominczyk Joining Billy Crudup in 'Hello Tomorrow' on Apple TV+
Dagmara Dominczyk, who plays Karolina Novotney in ‘Succession’, is set to join Billy Crudup in the upcoming Apple TV+ series Hello Tomorrow!.
Australian Defamation Verdict Causes Google to Cry Censorship
A recent Australian defamation verdict awarded US$40,000 in damages for an Google search result. Google warns of censorship.
