Apple is speculated to refresh its HomePod mini smart speaker and release an updated version of the full-size model it had stopped selling in 2021.
Apple might update the HomePod mini and the discontinued full-size model
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Apple reinstates the battery percentage in the status bar with the latest iOS 16 beta
When Apple introduced the iPhone X, it also took something away: the battery percentage present in the status bar. This used to be a handy feature, making it easy to see just how much battery life remained in your iPhone at a glance. Especially if you prefer percentages. But, Apple removed it, and, up until today, it didn't appear that the company was too ken on bringing it back.
Only a small percentage of Netflix subscribers are playing Netflix games
Back in November of last year, Netflix officially launched Netflix Games. The company saw it as another way to draw in more eyeballs and interactions, all with a gaming slant. Now, it turns out that not a lot of subscribers are actually taking advantage of their subscription perk.
Instagram testing tall photos that fill the entire screen as you scroll in your feed
Instagram's test includes tall 9:16 aspect ratio photos that fill the entire screen of your iPhone as you scroll through your feed in the Meta-owned app.
The next iPad Pro might debut a new Smart Connector with four pins rather than three
Apple's updated Smart Connector might feature four magnetic pins instead of three, and there could be two such connectors on the next iPad Pro.
Jailbreak tweaks of the week: Dahlia, Logger, & more…
Jailbreak hopefuls have been particularly on edge over the last several weeks, especially as the Odyssey Team ramps up teasers and status updates regarding the upcoming Cheyote jailbreak tool for iOS & iPadOS 15.0-15.1.1.
Dhinakg releases Dahlia, a useful DelayOTA helper for jailbroken devices
The DelayOTA method of upgrading to unsigned firmware became popular starting with iOS & iPadOS 15, especially given the fact that the Odyssey Team’s upcoming Cheyote jailbreak for iOS & iPadOS 15 wouldn’t support any version newer than 15.1.1.
Track everything that happens on your iPhone when lending it to someone else with Logger
Hyperixa is out with another jailbreak tweak release this weekend, the latest of which is being called Logger.
Updated Apple Maps now testing expansions in Israel, Palestine, and Saudi Arabia
Apple has been working on revamping the Maps experience for years now, starting back in 2018 when the new experience launched in Northern California. Since then, Apple has been expanding availability of the new look and new features. Which continues this week for three new areas.
Apple is giving away three free months of Apple TV+ to Apple Card holders
Apple Card holders can enjoy three months of Apple TV+ for free as part of a marketing push to promote its new Pixar-quality animated film, titled “Luck.”
Apple confirms the latest Studio Display firmware fixes intermittent speaker issues
Apple's confirmed the most recent firmware update for its $1,699 external monitor fixes intermittent Studio Display speaker issues some owners complained about.
Apple releases a firmware update for the Studio Display
Apple's Studio Display is absolutely not the cheapest standalone display out there, and with that there are expectations that it should not only show great images, but also have great sound thanks to the built-in speakers. However, it's not a secret that the display suffers from intermittent audio issues, including garbled sound. But, it looks like Apple is aiming to address these issues.