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Apple Seeks Better Understanding of False Emergency SOS Activations
Apple appears to be implementing a way to get more information about false emergency SOS activations in the iOS 16.2 beta.
YouTube Redesign Makes Dark Mode Darker, Adds New Features
New changes included in a recent YouTube redesign include pinch-to-zoom, a darker dark mode and ambient color in the background.
Highly Anticipated iCloud Photo Sharing Library Launching with iOS 16.1
Reports indicate that the delayed iCloud Photo Sharing Library feature is now seeing a release with iOS 16.1 this October.
Plans to Use China's YMTC Memory Chips Frozen by Apple Due to Mounting Political Issues
Reports from “Nikkei Asia” indicate that Apple is freezing plans to implement China’s YMTC memory chips, citing geopolitical issues.
Apple and Airtel Set to Discuss Rollout of 5G Support to iPhones in India
Apple and Airtel executives are scheduled to meet this week to discuss the rollout of iPhone 5G support on Airtel’s 5G network.
More Koreans are Switching to iPhones Due to Samsung Games Optimization Service Controversy
Many Koreans are switching to iPhone after ditching their Samsung galaxy devices due to the Game Optimization Service controversy.
Considering the Portless iPhone and Riding Rollercoasters for Science! TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-10
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman thinks USB-C won’t last long on iPhone, and that Apple will make it a portless device in the relatively near future. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts agrees, while Ken is not so sure. Then, it turns out rollercoasters CAN set off Apple’s Crash Detection. We’ll talk about that on this happy Monday edition of The Mac Observer’s Daily Observations.
A Timepiece Explodes and Time Marches On - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-06
TMO’s Nick deCourville joins The Daily Observations to share the story of an exploding Apple Watch Series 7. Then he and Ken mark the anniversary of Steve Jobs’ passing and wonder who will lead Apple after Tim Cook.
Charging On Hold Warning: What To Do If You See It
In iOS 16, you may see a Charging On Hold warning if your iPhone gets too hot. Here’s what to do when that message appears.
Apple Agrees to TSMC's Price Hike Despite Previous Reports of Rejecting the Bid
Reports indicate that Apple has agreed to TSMC’s price hike on processors, despite previous reports stating the opposite.
Exports of iPhones from India Set to Double to $2.5 Billion YoY by March 2023
Sources from “Bloomberg” indicate that the exports of iPhones from India is set to double to $2.5 billion YoY by March 2023.
Report: It Would Take Eight Years to Remove 10% of Apple's Dependence on China
Bloomberg estimates that it will take eight years before Apple’s dependence on China is reduced by just 10%.
iOS 16.1 Beta 3 Allows Users to Preload In-App Content After Install
The new iOS 16.1 beta 3 now includes an option for users to pre install in-app content before they run an app for the first time.
Kuo: iPhone 15 May See Further Segmentation Between Pro and Pro Max
Rumors suggest that the iPhone 15 Pro Max may rebrand as the ‘Ultra’, and Kuo reports possible segmentation in iPhone 15 Pro lineup.
Apple Delays Adoption of India's Satellite-Based Geolocation System
Apple pushed back the adoption of India’s satellite-based geolocation system, asking for more time before it can implement the change.
Apple Warns Keyboard Haptic Feedback Could Affect iPhone Battery Life
While many welcome the new keyboard haptics feature built into iOS 16, Apple warns it may shorten your device battery life.
'Pokémon GO' Brings the 'Test Your Mettle' Event: Here's What Trainers Need to Know
Today we’re looking at the “Test Your Mettle” event in “Pokémon GO”, here’s everything Trainers need to know.
How to Filter Your Text Messages Within iOS 16
Today we are going to look at the “Filter Unknown Senders” options in Messages, which is a way to filter texts in iOS 16.
Apple to Roll Out Clean Energy Charging to iOS 16 Later in 2022
Later in 2022, Apple will roll out a new clean energy charging feature to iOS 16, helping reduce the iPhone’s carbon footprint.
Apple’s Initial iPhone 14 Order Allocation Dominated by Pro Models
A recent supply chain survey of Apple’s iPhone 14 order allocation shows the tech giant anticipated much stronger sales of its Pro models.
Apple Announces iOS 16 to Launch Sept. 12 for All iPhone Users
Alongside the new iPhone 14 series, Apple has also announced that it will launch iOS 16 to the public Sept. 12.
Brazil Stops Sales of iPhone Models Without Charger
Brazil has ordered Apple to cease all iPhone sales that don’t include a charger, arguing the practice results in an incomplete product.
New Samsung Ad Fires Shots at the 'Innovation' of Apple's iPhone 14
A new ad for the Galaxy S22 Ultra and the ZFlip4 mocks the “innovation” of the iPhone 14, following a tradition amongst Apple and Android.