Distributed last week, the latest Release Candidates for iOS 15.3 and macOS Monterey 12.2 appear to plug a dangerous Safari data leak.
iOS 15
Cooking Over FaceTime? New Recipe App 'Pestle' Can Help
Sarah Perez writes about a new app called Pestle that helps with cooking over FaceTime. It makes use of SharePlay released with iOS 15.1.
The result is a well-built recipe app that provides a better experience for the end user, and one which tries to respect the creator content it organizes by offering source links, tools to discover more recipes from the same creator as they’re published, and a feature that encourages repeat visits to recipe sites. But some of Pestle’s other features make it almost too easy to bypass creators’ websites, which could cause concerns.
Thursdays with Bob: Modes of Focus – TMO Daily Observations 2022-01-20
Bob “Dr Mac” LeVitus joins Kelly to talk about how you can use the new Focus Modes to make your devices work harder for you. (And before you ask, yes Kelly wanted to call today’s “Depeche (Focus) Mode.”)
Zillow Adds Support for FaceTime SharePlay to Browse Houses
Zillow announced that its app will support SharePlay, a FaceTime feature that lets iOS 15 users share what’s on their screen with others.
Apple Removes Mention of CSAM Detection on Child Safety Page, Code Remains in iOS
Apple has removed any mention of its controversial CSAM detection plans in iCloud Photos, although the code remains in iOS.
iOS 15.2 Update Finally Introduces the App Privacy Report
Apple released iOS 15.2 on Monday, and one of the changes you’ll see is App Privacy Report. You can install the update through Settings.
Washington DC Council Approves Plan to Issue Digital IDs
The Washington D.C. council approved a bill from Mayor Muriel E. Bowser (D) that brings the city “a step closer to the reality of digital credentials.”
iOS 15.2 Lets Users View iPhone Parts and Service History
As of iOS 15.2, consumers will be able to view their iPhone parts and service history straight in the Settings app.
Readdle Brings iOS 15.1 SharePlay Support to 'PDF Expert'
On Tuesday Readdle announced the addition of iOS 15’s SharePlay to PDF Expert. This will let people hold online presentations.
SharePlay Works With These Apps
SharePlay works with a variety of apps, allowing users to watch and listen to content with friends and family over FaceTime.