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Apple enhances trade-in values for various iPad models
One of the easiest ways for Apple device owners to let go of their old tech when they decide it’s time to upgrade is to turn to Apple’s in-house Trade-In Program. It offers a seamless trade-in experience when buying new devices directly from Apple, often resulting either in a direct refund for the trade-in amount or a gift card that can be used toward future purchases.
YouTube revives a Share menu extension for uploading videos from other apps
Google has updated the mobile YouTube app with support for the systemwide Share menu on iPhone and iPad, making video uploads easier.
Apple could expand iPhones without a physical SIM card tray internationally
Apple could introduce eSIM-only iPhones without a physical SIM card tray to more countries, starting with the iPhone 17 lineup in 2025.
List of all Apple Intelligence features and what they do
This roundup lists all the Apple Intelligence features available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac and how they can be useful in everyday life.
Upcoming Satechi hub brings legacy ports and SSD expansion to the new M4 Mac mini
Satechi's upcoming stand and hub will enhance your M4 Mac mini with three USB-A ports, a front-facing SD card slot and up to 4TB of external storage.
WhatsApp rolling out voice message transcripts for those times when you cannot listen to a message right away
Use WhatsApp voice message transcripts for long audio messages, especially when in a loud place or you just can’t afford to stop to listen.
iOS 18.2: iPhone Mirroring while sharing iPhone’s Personal Hotspot with a Mac
Apple's iOS 18.2 software permits you to use the iPhone Mirroring feature while sharing your iPhone's Personal Hotspot with a Mac.
How to adjust the Camera Control double-click speed on iPhone
Apple allows you to adjust the double-click speed of the dedicated Camera Control button on the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 series, so you can use this feature even if you have difficulty quickly clicking this button in its default configuration.
PSA: Older Apple devices will stop syncing Safari bookmarks on December 18
Apple has issued an advisory about older iPhone, iPad and Mac models losing the ability to sync Safari bookmarks through iCloud. Here’s what you need to know.
Apple announces Shazam just zoomed past 100 billion song recognitions
Apple has announced that the Shazam music recognition service has surpassed over 100 billion song recognitions since its inception.
Apple says iOS 18.1.1, iPadOS 18.1.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1.1 protect you against actively exploited vulnerabilities
Apple has released iOS 18.1.1, iPadOS 18.1.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1.1 with fixes for actively exploited vulnerabilities, so install them as soon as you can.