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Inside the iPhone Wi-Fi Exploit Apple Patched This Year
Google’s security firm Project Zero published a report on Tuesday detailing an iPhone Wi-Fi exploit that Apple patched earlier this year in iOS 13.5. It’s a long, 30,000 word blog post, but ArsTechnica has a good breakdown.
Beer developed several different exploits. The most advanced one installs an implant that has full access to the user’s personal data, including emails, photos, messages, and passwords and crypto keys stored in the keychain. The attack uses a laptop, a Raspberry Pi, and some off-the-shelf Wi-Fi adapters.
We’re All Cyborgs and Didn’t Even Realize It
It’s certainly interesting to think about. Do smartphones count as “external brains?”Does wearing an Apple Watch make us a cyborg? Alex Hern examines the issue, although I disagree on one part: It’s definitely not an Apple-specific phenomenon.
Without us even noticing, Apple has turned us into organisms living symbiotically with technology: part human, part machine. We now outsource our contact books, calendars and to-do lists to devices. We no longer need to remember basic facts about the world; we can call them up on demand.
Read the article, then watch this TEDTalk from cyborg anthropologist Amber Case.
Razer Kishi iPhone Game Controller Now Sold in Apple Stores
The Razer Kishi iPhone game controller is now available to purchase in Apple retail stores and online, the company announced on Monday.
Braided Nylon USB-C to Lightning Cable: $14.99
We have a deal on a 3.3-foot braided nylon USB-C to Lightning Cable. They’re designed to last, resist fraying and internal damage no matter how many times you plug and unplug them. They’re also available in black red, or white, and they’re $14.99 through our deal.
LED Light 3-in-1 Micro/Type-C/Lightning Charger Cable: $11.95
We have a deal on an LED Light 3-in-1 Charging Cable with built-in Micro USB, USB-C, and iOS connectors. And LED lights, because you need LED lights in your cables. It supports charging speed up to 2.4A, and is a meter long. It’s $11.95 through our deal.
iOS 14.2 is Released With Intercom, Music Recognition, and More
Apple released iPadOS and iOS 14.2 on Thursday, bringing new wallpaper, new emoji, Intercom, and a music recognition button in Control Center.
Apple Watch Blood Oxygen Levels, Battery Life, and Free Guitar Lessons
This week Dr. Mac has hints, tips, recommendations, and advice on a bunch of things including Blood Oxygen levels, iPhone and Apple Watch battery life, and free guitar lessons.
iPhone 12 Pro Hands-On Time – TMO Daily Observations 2020-10-28
Andrew Orr and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the iPhone 12 Pro now that everyone’s had a few hands-on days with theirs.
On Protecting Your iPhone's Screen
Dr. Mac has tested many screen protectors; check out his recommendations in this week’s Dr. Mac’s Rants & Raves.
UK Mobile Firms Face Ban on Selling Locked iPhones And Other Devices
Mobile phone providers are to be banned from selling “locked” handsets, including iPhones, in the UK from December 2021.
BatteryPro Portable Charger for iPhone and Apple Watch: $79.99
We have a deal on BatteryPro, a portable charger for both iPhone and Apple Watch. It features ann .,8,000 mAh capacity internal battery, a USB-A port, and an integrated Apple Watch charging puck. It also has a strap that will hold your Apple Watch in place if you’re on the move. This device is $79.99 through our deal.
SanDisk iXpand Wireless Chargers Announced, but No MagSafe
New SanDisk iXpand Wireless Chargers were announced today, even one that backs up your device. Unfortunately, they aren’t MagSafe-compatible.
iPhone Nudist Camp – TMO Daily Observations 2020-10-22
Andrew Orr and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont for an iPhone-mas Eve chat about whether to case, or not to case, that is the question.
Apple vs Advertising, iPhone Cases – TMO Daily Observations 2020-10-21
Charlotte Henry and Dave Hamilton join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s latest tactics against adverts, and look ahead to iPhone cases.
Apple's Environmental Moves – TMO Daily Observations 2020-10-20
Today, Charlotte Henry and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s latest changes to help achieve their environmental goals.
What's Out From Apple, including aMTV – TMO Daily Observations 2020-10-19
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss what is (and isn’t ) on preorder from Apple, and the new TV app channel.
Kill Spam Calls with This iOS Feature
If you’re sick of people and companies you don’t know calling you all the time, here’s a way to kill spam calls for good.
Security Friday, New iPhone Prepping – TMO Daily Observations 2020-10-16
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont for Security Friday news, The Week In Data Breaches, and tips for a seamless transfer to a new iPhone.
Apple Has a Great Tool to Help You Compare iPhone Models
There are now lots of different Apple smartphones to choose from. That includes four iPhone 12 models with different specs. To help you decide which device you want, Apple has a fantastic tool that helps you directly compare up to three different models. Simply pick the ones you want to compare from the dropdown menus, and it puts all the different specs side-by-side, making it clear what the differences are. It includes everything from the first generation iPhone SE onwards.
"Hi, Speed" Aftermath – TMO Daily Observations 2020-10-13
Andrew Orr and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss today’s “Hi, Speed” Apple event, and Team Nightmare’s purchasing decisions.
Event Speculation, Apple TV Future – TMO Daily Observations 2020-10-12
Andrew Orr and John Martellaro join host Kelly Guimont to discuss tomorrow’s “Hi, Speed” event and the future of the Apple TV hardware.
Here Are All The Message Effects You Can Send on Apple Devices
Message effects have been around for some time, letting iPhone users send cool messages to each other. Here are all of them.
Speaker Speculation and 5G School – TMO Daily Observations 2020-10-06
Bryan Chaffin and John Martellaro join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple speakers and 5G, and how it all ties into the coming Apple Event.