With over 2,000,000 apps on the App Store and more being created all the time, there's a huge demand in the tech industry for new iOS developers. From games to social networking to productivity tools, there's an endless variety of apps available. Even small businesses pay developers to create dedicated iOS apps for them.
Give notification badges a custom aesthetic with BadgeMe
The infamous notification badge has looked almost the same on the iOS platform for more than a decade. The single most significant transformation befell with the release of iOS 7 when Apple nixed skeuomorphism from the bulk of iOS’ user interface, but even then, it didn’t change much.
The circumstances are absolutely astounding, but they aren’t hopeless. Those lucky enough to have a pwned handset in their possession can change how their notification badges look right this very second with the help of a newly released jailbreak tweak called BadgeMe by iOS developer Sirius24.
Apple unsigns iOS 13.1.2 and 13.1.3, thwarting downgrades from 13.2
Apple closed the signing window for two different iOS versions for various handsets Wednesday evening, including 13.1.2 and 13.1.3.
It’s regular practice for Apple to stop signing older versions of iOS after a newer release has been available for some time. Doing so both prevents software downgrades by the jailbreak-savvy and encourages software updates for everyone else to ensure users take advantage of the latest features and security patches.
Apple unveils new back-to-work policy for new parents
Going back to work after you've had a kid, or kids, can be pretty rough. But some companies out there try to make the transition back to the work day a little easier, and Apple is making some changes in that regard.
The best free iPhone chore apps for kids and families
Doing chores isn’t a fun job at any age. But for kids, it can feel like a punishment. So, if there’s a way to make it a little more fun for them to complete their chores, then why not give it a try?
With an app on iPhone, keeping track of chores and rewarding them for their work is a cool way to motivate your child.
To help you out, we’ve compiled this list of the best free iPhone chore apps for kids and families.
Flash sale: Nomad is taking 20% off site-wide for a limited time
Heads up everyone, our friends at Nomad are once again hosting a flash sale on their website. For a limited time, you can get 20% off everything from iPhone cases to Apple Watch bands, wireless charging pads, and much more. We've got all the details and a roundup of our favorite deals below.
Director of ‘See’ for Apple TV+ talks development, budget, and more in new interview
On Friday, November 1, Apple launched its video streaming service, Apple TV+. With it came a handful of shows including one called See, which stars Jason Momoa (Aquaman, Game of Thrones) and Alfre Woodard (The Lion King), among others.
Apple Health works with VA, but not with my doctor
Apple's recent announcement that it's partnered with the U.S. Veterans Administration (VA) to make the VA's own Health Records system accessible within the Health application on the iPhone got me thinking: What the hell is wrong with my own health care provider? I'm not a vet but I almost wish I were, if it would simplify this process. Because the way I access my own information is a raging dumpster fire.
How to play relaxing ambient sounds on HomePod
Want some background ambient noise to fall asleep? Learn how to play relaxing sounds like a crackling fireplace, nighttime, ocean waves, rain forest, and more on your HomePod to get a good night's sleep.
Video: connecting a magneto optical disk to an iPhone, but will it work?
If you've liked Niles Mitchell's "Will It Work" video series in which he attempts to make his iOS devices work with all sorts of retro computer equipment, like an Iomega Zip drive, you're going to love this one showing connecting a magneto optical disk to his iPhone.
‘Servant’ gets an official trailer ahead of November 28 launch for Apple TV+
One of the more exciting new additions coming to Apple TV+ is a psychological thriller from M. Night Shyamalan (Split, The Sixth Sense) called Servant. And now we have an official trailer.
Twitter 8.1.5 fixes iOS auto-refresh bug
Social media service Twitter lit up with complaints from iOS users who found a very unwelcome behavior in a recent update - the app would automatically refresh when users were scrolling through their Twitter timeline, sending them back up to the top. After acknowledging the problem, Twitter has pushed out an update that's now available for download from the App Store. Look for version 8.1.5 to correct the problem.