Apple's upcoming Tile-like tracking accessory, tentatively named "AirTag", could feature wireless charging similar to your Apple Watch and be "completely waterproof".
AirTag could charge wirelessly like Apple Watch, should be “completely waterproof”
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iPhone 12 could connect to Wi-Fi networks at gigabit speeds thanks to 802.11ay support
The next iPhone to be released later this year may permit users to connect to wireless networks at gigabit speeds thanks to support for a new near field communication standard, known as IEEE 802.11ay, according to the fairly reliable Japanese blog Mac Otakara.
A refreshed iPad Pro with a mini-LED display could arrive in the fall
A Taiwanese supplier has reportedly just entered the iPad Pro supply chain to begin churning out mini-LED displays for the next iPad Pro model allegedly coming later in the year.
First major iOS 14 leak: a new iPad-like grid design for the app switcher on iPhone
A somewhat reliable leakier last evening shared alleged videos on social media of iOS 14's purported new iPad-style multitasking switcher on iPhone with recent apps displayed on a grid.
Editor’s Desk: iOS 13.4 goodies, the next Apple TV, coronavirus and Apple product delays, more
Wrapping up another week, we dive deep into the new features in iOS 13.4 and other Apple betas while the coronavirus continues to disrupt industries around the world, potentially delaying Apple's launches. Meanwhile, the rumor-mill keeps churning out stories regarding the next AirPods while we contemplate what the next Apple TV might bring to the table. Last but not least, we round up your week with another awesome selection of jailbreak tweaks, exciting new apps and games to try out, handy tutorials to master your devices and more.
‘AirPods X Generation’ and other unannounced products appear in Target inventory
There have been rumors swirling around for quite some time that Apple is planning to launch a slate of new products in early 2020. Maybe in March.
iOS developer community survey shows completely free apps remain a popular revenue option
There are a variety of different ways for an app to make it to users, as far as revenue is concerned. And a new survey shows what's popular with many developers out there.
3 ways to use your iPad as an external display
Check out these ways to use your iPad as a desktop workstation with an external monitor or a Mac to enhance your productivity.
Make your AirPods case look like a classic Game Boy thanks to Elago
Just in case you haven't already engraved your AirPods case with an emoji, there's a new case accessory from Elago that might make for a fun option.
iOS 13.4 lets your iPhone listen for Hey Siri even when faced down or covered
You know how you can temporarily prevent “Hey Siri” from listening and stop notifications on your iPhone by laying the handset with its face down, without changing any settings? This underrated feature is called Facedown Detection and it doesn't require any toggles or initial setup. iOS 13.4 adds a brand new accessibility setting designed to override Facedown Detection's automatic disabling of Hey Siri when the phone is faced down or covered.
watchOS 6.2 lets apps authenticate you via Facebook, Google and other OAuth logins
The upcoming watchOS 6 update, currently available for beta testing, will permit apps on your Apple Watch to authenticate you with Facebook, Google, Microsoft and other web-based logins that are compliant with the OAuth standard.
Apple Maps ‘Look Around’ feature now available in Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.
With the launch of iOS 13 last year, Apple welcomed a brand new feature called "Look Around" into Apple Maps, giving the service a 3D street-level view of areas.