The QR code scanning feature in the stock Camera app suffers from an odd parser bug.
Scanning QR codes in iOS 11 Camera app could take you to malicious websites
Apps
Apple Events app updated ahead of Field Trip education event
Ahead of tomorrow's education-focused event, the Apple Events app for tvOS has been updated with Apple Pencil-like sketch and stylized logo matching the official invite.
Burst for reddit, Spdr, Masterpiece Coloring, and other apps to check out this weekend
This week's edition of our Apps of the Week roundup features a new Reddit client with an interesting twist, an app that helps you speed-read long text, and a pixel-perfect coloring book. And as always, we've selected two great new games for you to check out.
AnyTrans gives you full control over iOS backups and transfers [sponsored]
Making backups for your iOS devices regularly prevents unbearable data loss, but that’s not always an easy job to do. Wouldn’t it be great if you can back up your iOS devices wirelessly and automatically? How about being able to move around your music, photos, contacts, messages or any other data you want?
Two major Instagram feed changes: new posts will show up first & no auto refresh
Instagram is making some important changes to its feed, the company announced today.
Apple acknowledges a bug that lets Siri read out hidden notifications, a fix is coming soon
A bug in iOS 11 that lets Siri read out hidden notifications will be fixed.
How to post panoramic images to Instagram from iPhone
In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll show you how to split a panoramic picture into squares and post the entire image to an Instagram carousel from your iPhone or iPad.
How to add #hashtags and other profile links in your Instagram bio
Check out the quick steps to add hashtags and other Instagram account links to your profile bio section that lead to their corresponding pages.
Infinite Stories app lets you create Instagram Stories with transitions, music & more
Not only does Instagram limit your Stories to 15 seconds each, it also prevents you from using videos older than 24 hours or landscape videos without being cropped automatically.
Rocket for Mac lets you quickly enter emoji by typing rather than scrolling through a list
macOS's emoji interface is somewhat clunky: you have to press Control (⌃)-Command (⌘)-Space to bring up the persistent emoji overlay, then search for the right emoji character.
Nightly, Jot, Planny, and other apps to check out this weekend
This week's edition of our Apps of the Week roundup features an app that promises to help you sleep better, a no-fuss note-taking client, and a beautiful, intelligent task manager. And as always, we've selected two great new games for you to check out.
The HeartMonitor app tracks your heart rate continuously without starting an active workout
Due to power concerns, Apple Watch does not monitor your heart rates continually.