Apple's TestFlight software is now available on macOS, allowing developers to test-drive beta versions of their Mac apps before they are released publicly.
The first beta of TestFlight for macOS launches to test beta versions of Mac apps
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Apple rumored to be developing new Face ID system that works with masks without relying on Apple Watch
The global landscape has changed quite a bit over the last year and some change. Masks are now common place, and that means Apple's reliance on a facial recognition biometric system for its iPhone lineup has proven slightly more tedious than it should be. However, Apple did make a workaround -- but only if you use an Apple Watch. Now, according to a new rumor, Apple's working on something a bit more straightforward.
Apple offers handy photography tips for taking expressive pet portraits with iPhone
A new educational video from Apple on the intricacies of taking depth-of-field images of four-legged friends offers some great tips for shooting expressive pet portraits with iPhone.
YouTube Premium subscribers can now try out picture-in-picture on iPhone until January 31
With Google prepping to soon launch YouTube picture-in-picture on iPhone, now YouTube Premium subscribers can experimentally try out the picture-in-picture (PiP) on iOS.
Individual charged with breaking into thousands of iCloud accounts to try and find explicit photos of women
Apple bills iCloud as a safe place to store a user's digital footprint, from documents to files to just about everything else that can be stored in the cloud. However, some folks out there in the wild will do just about anything to find personal, revealing photos of others. Like one man who has apparently broken into thousands of iCloud accounts on the hunt for explicit photos.
Apple pushes back against South Korean bill that would bar Apple and Google from requiring developers use their payment systems
There is a lot of attention on how Google and Apple handle their respective digital storefronts. Some of that attention is all about making changes -- especially when it comes to Apple's App Store. And it looks like one bill from a major economy could set the stage for future change across the board. Which Apple is obviously not too pleased with.
Nomad launches new Leather Skins and Screen Protectors for iPhone 12 lineup
If you prefer to keep your iPhone free of a case, but still want to rock some amount of protection from accidents, then Nomad may have just the options for you. Today, the company is unveiling and launching some new accessories that will help you keep things pretty minimal on your phone, but still offer up some protection.
Nomad is launching not only a lineup of new Leather Skins for the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max, but also some brand new Screen Protectors that are meant to work perfectly well with the new skins and large lineup of cases for Apple's smartphones, too. This won't offer up total body protection, so keep that in mind, but you should be able to avoid scrapes and scratches on both the front and back of your iPhone 12 with these new accessories installed.
Apple silicon M1X 16-inch MacBook Pro won’t outperform upcoming 14-inch model?
When high-end MacBook Pros get their Apple silicon treatment, don't expect any major observable speed difference between 14-inch and 16-inch sizes due to the same M1X chip.
Apple Watch Series 7 may come in larger 41mm and 45mm sizes
In the near future, Apple is more than likely going to host an early September media event to show off a range of new devices. While most of the attention will obviously be put on the new iPhone lineup, that's not all we're going to see if the rumors pan out. For instance, we're probably going to get a new Apple Watch --the oft-rumored Apple Watch Series 7-- and Apple may welcome brand new sizes to the lineup.
Native Apple Maps ratings and photos now rolling out a year after iOS 14 debuted them
Native Apple Maps ratings and photos are now being launched in the United States and elsewhere after the features initially debuted in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 back in August 2020.
Apple TV+ drops first-look featurette of “See” Season 2 ahead of Friday premiere
“See,” an Apple TV+ science fiction show that takes place in the distant future, will start streaming its second season on August 27. Here’s Apple's look at the upcoming journey.
Select Hulu originals can now be streamed in HDR Dolby Vision on Apple TV and other devices
Although several years behind competitors, the new Hulu HDR streaming option is now available with select Hulu originals on Apple TV, Roku and other compatible hardware.