Apple launches 2021 Platform Security guide with iOS 14, macOS Big Sur, Apple Silicon deep dive
Apple has published its 2021 update to its Platform Security guide today along with refreshing the Apple Platform Security landing page. The latest guide goes in-depth on the new and updated security features that have arrived with iOS 14, macOS 11 Big Sur, Apple Silicon Macs, watchOS 7, and more. Apple has also launched an all-new Security Certifications and Compliance Center website and guide.
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Hands-on: macOS 11.3 beta 2 changes and features [Video] – autoplay for Music goes live
Yesterday Apple released the second developer beta of macOS 11.3, and today it followed up with 11.3 public beta 2. As we step through the latest macOS 11.3 beta 2 changes and features, we showcase what’s new. Be sure to subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube for more video walkthroughs.
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New Apple Watch study aims to to help detect early heart failure
The latest Apple Watch health study has been announced by the University Health Network (UHN) in Canada. The goal of the study is to research how Apple’s wearable can “can drive better clinical outcomes for heart failure patients.”
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Matterport iOS app adds iPhone 12 Pro and iPad Pro LiDAR support for creating 3D models
Apple’s aspirations for AR have yet to make mainstream waves but we’re seeing improvements for some of most popular early use cases like 3D modeling. Matterport for iOS, an app that makes it easy to create a 3D model of any space with your iPhone or iPad has released an update today to support the LiDAR sensor on the iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max and 2020 iPad Pro.
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Apple releases second public beta of macOS Big Sur 11.3 with Apple Music Autoplay and more
Following yesterday’s release to developers, Apple has released macOS Big Sur 11.3 beta 2 to public beta testers today. The update includes several notable changes and new features. Head below for the details.
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Concept: Now’s the perfect time to revamp the Sport band and silicone case with compression molding
Watch bands tend to be a major new release every spring for Apple. Even when there isn’t a major hardware announcement, we’ve always been able to count on bands being refreshed. So far this year, we’ve gotten one new watch band in the form of the Unity band to celebrate Black History Month.
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Biden admin plans investigation into US semiconductor supply chains amid shortages
Last week we saw Intel, Qualcomm and more US chipmakers urge President Biden to make a major investment to rejuvenate domestic semiconductor production. With the backdrop of a global chip shortage and US tension with China, Biden is expected to ask his administration to start a review of important US supply chains “including semiconductors, high-capacity batteries and rare earth metals” with an upcoming executive order.
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Apple TV now available on Chromecast with Google TV
As announced in December, Apple TV is now available globally on the Chromecast with Google TV. The new app allows you to watch original Apple TV+ content, as well as access existing iTunes movie and television show purchases.
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Deals: M1 Mac mini falls to new low, iPhone 11/Pro $640 off, PNY storage sale, more
Today’s best deals are headlined by a new all-time low on Apple’s M1 Mac mini at $99 off, upwards of $640 in savings on iPhone 11/Pro models, and a PNY storage Gold Box sale from $13. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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Instagram says a fix is coming to restore link previews in iMessage
If you’ve noticed that Instagram links are no longer showing previews when sent through iMessage, you’re not alone. Despite speculation it could be due to the growing rift between Facebook and Apple, Instagram has confirmed that this is a bug, and it’s working on a fix.
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