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Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This iPhone trick lets you use ChatGPT without the privacy risks

Using AI chatbots poses risks to privacy and data security, but Siri can help mask identity when accessing ChatGPT on iPhones.
#apple
Apple
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Delays or Not, Apple's Next Innovations Will Be Worth the Wait for Investors

Apple's stock fluctuates due to potential delays in the launch of its first foldable iPhone, amid conflicting reports about its release schedule.
Apple
fromZDNET
3 days ago

Apple's iOS 26.4.1 update enables Stolen Device Protection by default now - grab it today

Apple's iOS/iPadOS 16.4.1 update includes bug fixes, security patches, and resolves an iCloud syncing issue.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago

New Apple Scam Hits Millions of iPhone Users Worldwide, Draining Bank Accounts

Apple warns iPhone users about a surge in social engineering scams targeting bank accounts through panic-inducing messages.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
1 hour ago

Apple reportedly testing four designs for upcoming smart glasses | TechCrunch

Apple plans to launch its first smart glasses in 2027, with potential designs and features similar to Meta's Ray-Ban glasses.
Apple
fromComputerworld
2 days ago

Apple unveiled a new high-end market opportunity this week

Apple's technology reduces costs and enhances access to medical imaging tools, integrating AI capabilities for improved efficiency and accuracy.
Apple
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Delays or Not, Apple's Next Innovations Will Be Worth the Wait for Investors

Apple's stock fluctuates due to potential delays in the launch of its first foldable iPhone, amid conflicting reports about its release schedule.
Mobile UX
fromTechRepublic
5 days ago

'Stop Texting': FBI Warning Drives Apple's iPhone Messaging Update - TechRepublic

Apple is adopting a secure version of RCS to enhance messaging security between iPhones and Android devices.
Apple
fromZDNET
3 days ago

Apple's iOS 26.4.1 update enables Stolen Device Protection by default now - grab it today

Apple's iOS/iPadOS 16.4.1 update includes bug fixes, security patches, and resolves an iCloud syncing issue.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago

New Apple Scam Hits Millions of iPhone Users Worldwide, Draining Bank Accounts

Apple warns iPhone users about a surge in social engineering scams targeting bank accounts through panic-inducing messages.
#ai
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
1 day ago

X's messaging app, XChat, may be available soon

XChat is a new messaging app for X users, featuring end-to-end encryption and various privacy options, available for download on April 17.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Snap is sticking with Qualcomm for its next AR glasses

Snap's consumer AR glasses, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR chip, are set to launch this year after years of development.
Roam Research
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

X brings back Voice Notes to X Chat | TechCrunch

X Chat now supports voice messages in direct messaging, enhancing its competitiveness with other messaging apps.
#spotify
Podcast
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Spotify now lets you turn off all video

Spotify introduces universal video toggles, allowing users to disable video features for a more streamlined music experience.
Podcast
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Spotify now lets you turn off all video

Spotify introduces universal video toggles, allowing users to disable video features for a more streamlined music experience.
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Instagram now lets you edit your own comments

Instagram has announced that users can now edit their comments within 15 minutes of posting them, allowing for corrections without the need to delete and repost.
Social media marketing
Photography
fromTechRepublic
4 days ago

Google Photos Adds One-Tap 'AI Enhance' Tool, Video Speed Controls

Google introduces an 'AI Enhance' button in Photos for easy image improvement and adds video playback speed controls for Android users.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

Psychology explains people who always keep their phone on silent aren't hard to reach - they're hard to interrupt, and the difference between those two things is the difference between a person who decides when to be available and one who simply is, always, at whatever cost - Silicon Canals

Smartphone notifications disrupt concentration for about seven seconds, leading to significant cognitive costs beyond the immediate interruption.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

People who hate phone calls aren't being rude - they grew up in homes where the phone ringing meant something was wrong - Silicon Canals

Phone calls often evoke anxiety due to their association with bad news and unpredictability, reinforcing a sense of threat over time.
Information security
fromZDNET
5 days ago

Apple, Google, and Microsoft join Anthropic's Project Glasswing to defend world's most critical software

AI is being utilized to enhance cybersecurity by identifying hidden bugs and addressing shared infrastructure risks.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
6 days ago

Apple Removes Jack Dorsey's Bitchat From China App Store

Apple removed Bitchat from the China App Store on February 28, 2026, citing local legal violations. The Cyberspace Administration of China claims Bitchat violates Article 3 of its security assessment provisions.
Privacy technologies
Gadgets
fromZDNET
5 days ago

I found Android Auto's hidden shortcut that automates any task in your car - and it's brilliant

Android Auto's Custom Assistant allows users to automate tasks with preset actions, enhancing convenience while driving.
fromTheregister
13 hours ago

Apple update turns Czech mate for locked-out iPhone user

"The phone's very cracked, so, at this point, the photos contained in it are more valuable than the ability to use the phone itself. They're the main data that I care about and haven't backed up."
Apple
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
2 days ago

AirDrop is coming to older Samsung phones - is yours supported? How to get it early

Samsung is expanding AirDrop-like Quick Share capabilities to older Galaxy phone models through OneUI 8.5 beta, with a full rollout expected this summer.
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
5 days ago

X expands AI translations and adds in-stream photo editing

X's new AI-powered auto-translate option will enable users worldwide to read posts from other regions, enhancing accessibility and engagement across diverse languages.
Social media marketing
Digital life
fromZDNET
6 days ago

I tested Gemini on Android Auto and now I can't stop talking to it: 5 tasks it nails

Gemini is now integrated into Android Auto, providing answers to both simple and complex queries effectively.
#airpods-max-2
Apple
fromDesign Milk
2 days ago

Apple Unveils AirPods Max 2 With Smarter Sound + Spatial Audio

AirPods Max 2 enhances listening experiences through refined features, improving noise cancellation and adaptability for various environments.
Apple
fromBustle
2 days ago

The New AirPods Max 2 Have A+ Sound, Noise Cancellation, & Wildly Good Battery Life

AirPods Max 2 offers exceptional sound quality, adaptive audio, and improved noise cancellation, enhancing the listening experience significantly.
Apple
fromDesign Milk
2 days ago

Apple Unveils AirPods Max 2 With Smarter Sound + Spatial Audio

AirPods Max 2 enhances listening experiences through refined features, improving noise cancellation and adaptability for various environments.
Apple
fromBustle
2 days ago

The New AirPods Max 2 Have A+ Sound, Noise Cancellation, & Wildly Good Battery Life

AirPods Max 2 offers exceptional sound quality, adaptive audio, and improved noise cancellation, enhancing the listening experience significantly.
Wearables
fromMakeUseOf
1 week ago

Your phone's Bluetooth is broadcasting more than you think - here's how to limit it

Bluetooth remains active and broadcasts data even when not connected, potentially allowing for tracking without user consent.
#whatsapp
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
4 days ago

WhatsApp adds a better, native interface for CarPlay

Meta has improved WhatsApp for CarPlay with a native interface and enhanced features for user accessibility.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

WhatsApp rolls out updates including multiple accounts for iOS

WhatsApp introduces multiple updates including dual account support on iOS, chat history transfer, storage management, and AI features for photo editing and message drafting.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
4 days ago

WhatsApp adds a better, native interface for CarPlay

Meta has improved WhatsApp for CarPlay with a native interface and enhanced features for user accessibility.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

WhatsApp rolls out updates including multiple accounts for iOS

WhatsApp introduces multiple updates including dual account support on iOS, chat history transfer, storage management, and AI features for photo editing and message drafting.
Privacy technologies
fromGotechtor
2 weeks ago

Apple Built a Powerful iPhone Privacy Tool That Most People Ignore-Here's Why You Should Turn It On Today - Gotechtor

Turning on App Privacy Report on iPhone enhances user control over app permissions and data sharing.
Podcast
from9to5Mac
2 weeks ago

iOS 26.4 users can try the new Apple Podcasts video experience with these shows - 9to5Mac

Apple Podcasts introduces a new video podcast experience in iOS 26.4, allowing creators to release video and audio content without separate feeds.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

I wish this selfie phone case was better for selfies

The Selfix phone case for iPhone 17 Pro aims to enhance rear-camera selfies but has practical shortcomings.
Mobile UX
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Google quietly releases an offline-first AI dictation app on iOS | TechCrunch

Google released an offline-first dictation app called Google AI Edge Eloquent for iOS, featuring advanced speech recognition and text editing capabilities.
Apple
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago

5 Years Of ATT: What We've Learned, And What The Future Of iOS Performance Looks Like | AdExchanger

Apple's AppTrackingTransparency led to a significant decline in user tracking, forcing a shift to privacy-preserving measurement methods.
fromSupercar Blondie
3 weeks ago

Hidden WhatsApp feature everyone should be using is crucial for decluttering and separating work and home life

If you use WhatsApp for your personal and professional messaging, it can quickly become pretty busy. It also means that any professional contacts can see your photos, status updates, and where you are. To keep things separate its a good idea to use a different phone number for each, but having two numbers doesn't mean you'll need two phones.
Privacy technologies
#iphone-fold
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

A wild, wide foldable iPhone dummy emerges amid rumors of a delay

The iPhone Fold may face production delays, potentially shipping months later than the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

A wild, wide foldable iPhone dummy emerges amid rumors of a delay

The iPhone Fold may face production delays, potentially shipping months later than the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max.
#apple-intelligence
Apple
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Security reserchers tricked Apple Intelligence into cursing

Apple Intelligence can be hijacked through prompt injection, exposing millions of users to risk, but a fix was implemented in iOS 26.4 and macOS 26.4.
Apple
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Apple Intelligence AI Guardrails Bypassed in New Attack

Researchers have successfully bypassed Apple's AI safety protocols using adversarial techniques, allowing for the execution of arbitrary tasks and manipulation of private data.
Apple
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Security reserchers tricked Apple Intelligence into cursing

Apple Intelligence can be hijacked through prompt injection, exposing millions of users to risk, but a fix was implemented in iOS 26.4 and macOS 26.4.
Apple
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Apple Intelligence AI Guardrails Bypassed in New Attack

Researchers have successfully bypassed Apple's AI safety protocols using adversarial techniques, allowing for the execution of arbitrary tasks and manipulation of private data.
Mobile UX
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
6 days ago

Google quietly releases free offline AI dictation app for iPhone | TNW

Google AI Edge Eloquent is a free, offline voice dictation app that transcribes speech in real time and polishes text without internet access.
Apple
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

I finally get the iPhone Air

The iPhone Air may be surprisingly good despite its limitations, especially for users with a forgiving lifestyle.
#rcs
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

A new RCS update could connect iPhone and Android video calls, someday

Interoperable video calls between iPhone and Android users may become possible with the RCS Universal Profile 4.0 standard.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

A new RCS update could connect iPhone and Android video calls, someday

Interoperable video calls between iPhone and Android users may become possible with the RCS Universal Profile 4.0 standard.
#siri
Apple
fromtechsciencetoday
1 week ago

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding through modern AI models.
Apple
fromtechsciencetoday
1 week ago

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding with modern AI models.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
2 weeks ago

Apple's New Siri With ChatGPT-Like Features Could Be Coming Soon

Apple is rebooting Siri with a dedicated app and button, enhancing its AI capabilities to function like a traditional chatbot.
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago
Apple

Apple could give Siri a standalone app and an 'Ask Siri' button in iOS 27

Apple's Siri overhaul will introduce a standalone app and an 'Ask Siri' feature for more natural user interaction.
Apple
fromtechsciencetoday
1 week ago

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding through modern AI models.
Apple
fromtechsciencetoday
1 week ago

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding with modern AI models.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

Apple Prepares Siri for Multi-Step AI Requests in iOS 27

Apple is developing a Siri upgrade to handle multiple requests in one command, enhancing its functionality in iOS 27.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
2 weeks ago

Apple's New Siri With ChatGPT-Like Features Could Be Coming Soon

Apple is rebooting Siri with a dedicated app and button, enhancing its AI capabilities to function like a traditional chatbot.
Apple
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Apple could give Siri a standalone app and an 'Ask Siri' button in iOS 27

Apple's Siri overhaul will introduce a standalone app and an 'Ask Siri' feature for more natural user interaction.
Apple
fromMarTech
5 days ago

Apple Maps' ads shift focus to context and intent | MarTech

Apple is introducing ads in Maps, creating a new competitive landscape for marketers against Google with a focus on contextual targeting.
Books
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Speakerphone | The Walrus

Prayer as keeping an open line fosters mutual, attentive silence and faint shared speech amid everyday noises and distance.
Web development
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

WhatsApp Web is finally getting voice and video calls

WhatsApp Web beta now supports one-to-one voice and video calls with screen sharing, while group calls, call links, and scheduling will roll out later with end-to-end encryption.
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Welp, I bought an iPhone again

It takes a week to switch phones. First, there's the technical process of moving eSIMs across devices, which takes either a few minutes or two days, a half-dozen calls to Verizon, and approximately 11,000 restarts of your phone.
Mobile UX
Apple
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Apple issues warning to iPhone users over stealthy attack: Act NOW

Apple has released critical iOS updates to protect against the DarkSword cyberattack method targeting vulnerable devices.
Apple
fromZDNET
1 week ago

You can use Google Meet with CarPlay now: How to join meetings safely in your car

Google Meet now supports audio-only meetings on Apple CarPlay, enhancing accessibility for users on the road.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Turn off this Pixel feature now - it could be leaking your background audio

Pixel phones' Take A Message bug can send device background audio to callers; turn off Take A Message in Phone app settings.
Apple
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Apple will reportedly allow other AI chatbots to plug into Siri

iOS 27 will allow users to choose AI chatbots to link with Siri.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
2 weeks ago

Apple Announces WWDC 2026: What to Expect From iOS 27, Siri Revamp

WWDC 2026 is scheduled for June 8-12, focusing on significant software updates and addressing previous issues in iOS 26.
Apple
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

How to Use Apple's Live Translation on Your AirPods

Live Translation feature in AirPods enables instant language translation through Apple devices, enhancing communication during calls and travel.
Apple
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

How to AirDrop on an Android phone (and the few models that can actually do it)

Android and iPhone users can now share files easily, but currently only Pixel 10 phones support this feature.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
3 weeks ago

Apple Rolls Out Real-Time Security Fixes Across iPhone, iPad, and Mac - TechRepublic

Apple launches Background Security Improvements to automatically fix critical vulnerabilities without requiring full OS updates, starting with a WebKit vulnerability in Safari.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Apple might use Google servers to store data for its upgraded AI Siri

Apple had already announced in January that Google's Gemini AI models would help power the upgraded version of Siri it delayed last year, but The Information's report indicates Apple might lean even more on Google so it can catch up in AI.
Apple
Apple
fromZDNET
1 month ago

How to record an iPhone call (and where and when it's legal to do so)

iPhone calls can be recorded using a second device with a recording app, third-party apps like TapeACall or Google Voice, but recording is only legal with proper consent from all parties in many US states and varies by jurisdiction.
Apple
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

You should just call people on the phone

Revive spontaneous phone calls by abandoning obligatory texts and call-screening to restore personal connection and preserve dialing etiquette.
Apple
fromZDNET
2 months ago

How to use Wi-Fi calling on your phone (and the ideal time to switch from LTE)

Enable Wi‑Fi calling to make and receive voice and video calls over Wi‑Fi when cellular service is weak or unavailable.
Apple
fromFast Company
2 months ago

5 quick ways to make your iPhone act more like it used to, before Apple's iOS 26 update

iOS 26's Liquid Glass UI and Safari's compact layout disrupted user expectations, but Safari can be reverted to its previous bottom-tab layout via Settings.
fromMacworld
2 months ago

Apple's obsession with ads is destroying the iPhone

Now, you might argue that I'm stretching the term "news" a little, since we've had ads in App Store search since 2016, and even this latest expansion of the program, creating multiple paid slots per query, was first floated last month. But you would be wrong, because we just learned two new nuggets of knowledge: the timeframe, and the markets which will get the extra ads first (the U.K., followed by Japan, followed by everyone else). So there.
Apple
Apple
fromRAIN News
1 month ago

Apple Podcasts adds high-def video

Apple introduces high-resolution HLS video podcast support, seamless audio-video switching, dynamic video ad insertion, and broad hosting/ads-provider support to expand creator control and monetization.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
2 months ago

Apple Unveils Steps to Make Siri Sound Human - TechRepublic

A method reduces text-to-speech latency to make Siri and other voice-driven products sound more responsive while preserving intelligibility and accuracy.
#ios-264
from9to5Mac
1 month ago
Apple

Apple Podcasts app gaining 'enhanced video podcast experience' in iOS 26.4 - 9to5Mac

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Apple

Apple's iOS 26.4 arrives in public beta with AI music playlists, video podcasts, and more | TechCrunch

from9to5Mac
1 month ago
Apple

Apple Podcasts app gaining 'enhanced video podcast experience' in iOS 26.4 - 9to5Mac

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Apple

Apple's iOS 26.4 arrives in public beta with AI music playlists, video podcasts, and more | TechCrunch

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