Apple highlights drawings from kids in latest Apple Pencil + iPad ads [Videos]
Apple has shared a series of new ads for the iPad and Apple Pencil on its Turkey YouTube channel this week. The new ad series highlights images drawn on the iPad by children, touting the precision of the Apple Pencil…
iFixit speculates iOS 11.3 touchscreen issues aren’t purposeful, just software bugs
Last week, reports started popping up that iOS 11.3 was bricking devices that had been repaired with third-party screens. A pair of other issues have also emerged, including the new Battery Health feature not supporting aftermarket batteries and auto brightness and True Tone failing on the iPhone 8, iPhone 8, and iPhone X.
iFixit, however, speculates today that these issues are primarily software fixes, rather than deliberate efforts by Apple to sabotage third-party repairs…
Analyst: Apple’s struggle in China will continue this year as local competition intensifies
Apple, despite increasing its focus on China over the years, has faced a new wave of competition from local smartphone manufacturers that have hindered its growth in the country. One analyst doesn’t see things improving this year, either…
How to secure your iPhone and iPad Lock screen
One of the things Apple touts is its focus on user privacy, and that commitment shows throughout the company’s ecosystem, all the way down to what is visible and not visible on a user’s Lock screen.
Adobe acquires Sayspring voice platform startup to bolster its virtual assistant efforts
Adobe today has announced the acquisition of Sayspring, a New York-based startup that aims to make it easier for everyone to build voice-based apps that integrate with virtual assistants such as Alexa and Google Assistant.
How to turn off Airplane Mode and Do Not Disturb mirroring with iPhone and Apple Watch
Many of the default Apple Watch settings will mirror features between the wearable and your iPhone. However, there are times when this isn’t the most convenient option. Follow along for how to turn off mirroring between these devices for Airplane Mode and Do Not Disturb.
Spotify poaches Apple Music hip-hop programming head behind Chance the Rapper exclusives
Spotify to reveal new mobile app next week with voice control, possibly new hardware
Apple releases second tvOS 11.4 beta for developers
Apple has released the second tvOS 11.4 developer beta for testing on Apple TV 4 and Apple TV 4K. tvOS 11.4 turns Apple TV into an AirPlay 2 speaker which supports multi-room AirPlay from iOS.
watchOS 4.3.1 beta 2 for Apple Watch now available
watchOS 4.3.1 beta 2 for Apple Watch is now available for developer testing. While the new update is light on new features, it does include a new warning when launching older apps.