Along with the mountain of information that is coming out of these iOS 11 GM leaks is a new set of wallpapers for iPhone and iPad, including specific wallpapers for the new iPhone 8.
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Even more iPhone 8 details are emerging from a leaked iOS 11 GM, this time unveiling how users will set up Face ID, a new authentication feature that is rumored to supplant Touch ID.
Apple’s developer site was not hacked
Contrary to some previous reports that suggested Wednesday that the Apple Developer website had been hacked, Apple said in a statement to The Loop on Thursday that there was no security breach and that the issue was caused by a bug.
Apple to pay lower streaming rates to Warner Music as the two companies reach new deal
Apple has reached a new deal with Warner Music Group that will allow the company to lower the rate it pays the music giant for proceeds from its catalogue of songs, reports Bloomberg on Thursday. This new deal marks a first for Apple who is trying to renegotiate with music labels as Apple Music becomes more popular, and a growing source of revenue for the music industry.
Apple recruits four more TV execs to join its growing video content team
Apple has hired four more high-profile TV executives to join its growing roaster of men and women working on developing video content for the company, according to Variety on Wednesday.
Let’s Talk Jailbreak 165: I’ve got your back
It was a good month for 32-bit devices, and things seem to look up for newer devices. Does that mean we could see a jailbreak soon? Listen to find out about the latest jailbreak developments as well as new jailbreak tweaks.
Let’s Talk iOS 203: iPhone event fantasy draft 2017
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the iPhone event fantasy draft 2017! Listen to Cody and Sebastien battle to get the best picks for the September 12 event where Apple will unveil new iPhones, a new Apple Watch, a new Apple TV, and who knows what else. Play along, or just listen and sit back.
Instagram Stories come to the web
Instagram announced on Thursday that it is bringing Instagram Stories to the web. The feature, which is slowly rolling out to users around the globe, will let anyone view their friends' stories on both mobile and desktop. Additionally, the company noted that users will also be able to post stories from the mobile web in the coming months.
Let’s Talk iOS 202: I want to give you more money
Things start pretty slow but heat up pretty quick as Cody and Sebastien talk about the latest iPhone 8 rumors, including the potentiality of an Apple event on September 12. The two co-hosts discuss what we could see and get carried away talking about the awfulness of US carriers (especially compared to French ones). Fun and entertaining, as always!
Let’s Talk iOS 201: It’s always situational
Apple is rumored to get ready to spend over one billion dollars on original content next year. The guys discuss the implication and possible functionality of a cellular Apple Watch. And of course, iPhone 8 talks.
The top stories of the week on iDB
Like every Sunday, we get to take a look at some of the most popular posts that were published on iDB during the week that just ended. Whether it is a news item, a new jailbreak tweak, a tutorial, or an app review, we sum it all up in one convenient place for you.
This new iOS 11 feature lets you disable Touch ID on demand and keep cops out
Apple has implemented a new feature in iOS 11 that allows users to quickly call emergency services when rapidly pressing the sleep/wake button five times in a row. Intended or not, this feature also disables Touch ID and requires the user to enter his passcode to gain access to the phone again, something privacy enthusiasts will see as a great feature.