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AltDeploy v1.1 brings a new icon, support for multiple Apple IDs, and more

Anthony Bouchard ∙ January 11, 2020

In the absence of any updates to Saurik’s jailbreak-centric Cydia Impactor tool since it stopped working several months ago, Chimera, Electra, and unc0ver jailbreak users have faced frustrating times. Luckily, a working alternative called AltDeploy made its first public debut a few days ago.

Just this weekend, AltDeploy received its second official update since being released. The latest update brings the young side-loading utility up to version 1.1 and incorporates both bug fixes and improvements that help make the app better for end users.

Zebra v1.0.5 released with more bug fixes and improvements

Anthony Bouchard ∙ January 10, 2020

The Zebra package manager for jailbroken iOS devices received a fresh update Friday evening, officially bringing the software up to version 1.0.5.

Just like previous updates issued before today, Zebra 1.0.5 incorporates beaucoup bug fixes and improvements that are expected to improve the package manager’s user experience in day-to-day usage.

The best eco-friendly cases for iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro

Evan Selleck ∙ January 10, 2020

Eco-friendly cases are picking up steam, with some major brands joining the trend as well. But for now it's a movement being led by smaller third-party accessory makers.

Microsoft says it now uses ‘secure facilities’ to review some Skype audio

Evan Selleck ∙ January 10, 2020

Being listened to by "big companies" has been a fear for many for years, and 2019 saw most of those fears realized into actual events.

How to preview items in iOS Files app on iPhone and iPad

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated February 3, 2026

Learn how to preview files and documents in the iOS Files app on your iPhone and iPad to streamline navigation and file management.

LG’s TONE Free truly wireless earbuds now on sale for $200 in the U.S.

Evan Selleck ∙ January 10, 2020

Back in October of last year, LG officially announced it was getting in on the truly wireless headphone game with the TONE Free earbuds, which launched in South Korea at the same time.

‘No Way Home’ brings a space survival soiree to Apple Arcade

Evan Selleck ∙ January 10, 2020

Apple has leaned into the weekly refresh of Apple Arcade, so it's no surprise that today sees yet another addition.

Research shows 21% of Americans wear a fitness tracker or smartwatch

Evan Selleck ∙ January 10, 2020

It's a new year, which means plenty of resolutions. Many of them health and/or fitness related. Technology can help with that, and many Americans have already figured that out.

Analysts predict Apple will sell its 2 billionth iPhone in 2020 or 2021

Christian Zibreg ∙ January 10, 2020

On January 9, 2007, Steve Jobs announced the first iPhone at the Macworld convention. The iconic smartphone went on to sell 6.1 million units over five quarters. Fast-forward thirteen years and the tech giant is now predicted to sell its two-billionth iPhone in fiscal 2020.

Mozilla patches critical vulnerability in Firefox, update now

Evan Selleck ∙ January 10, 2020

What better way to start the new year than a major vulnerability in one of the most popular internet browsers out there, right?

Doom and Doom II for iOS gain smooth 60fps gameplay, support for free add-ons & more

Christian Zibreg ∙ January 10, 2020

Both Doom and Doom II for iPhone and iPad today received an update that brought visual improvements like a frame rate increase, a new aspect ratio and support for free add-ons.

Apple partners with Red Cross for Australian bushfire relief donations

Peter Cohen ∙ January 10, 2020

Bushfires continue to ravage Australia, drawing relief efforts from around the world. In late December Apple CEO Tim Cook announced on Twitter that Apple would donate to help efforts. Now the company is making it easier for customers in the United States and Australia to donate, through their respective Red Cross organizations.