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The Snow Leopard release for iOS

Dubbed the Snow Leopard release, iOS 12 focuses on performance and squashing bugs among other features. The current public version is iOS 12.2

What’s new?

Apple has reportedly shelved may major features that was originally slated for this release, such as a redesigned Home screen for the iPhone X, and major updates to Mail. Instead, the update will feature augmented reality improvements, health features and improved parental controls.

The focus on stability instead of packing tons of new features is mainly due to the bugginess and endless issues Apple has been trying to deal with on its platforms as of late. Despite this, Apple is reportedly still on schedule to unify iOS and macOS apps.

The release is similar to OS X’s Snow Leopard on the Mac, as the main focus of that release was also stability and performance enhancements. To this day, many customers still consider Snow Leopard as Apple’s best operating system for having rock solid performance without much bugs.

Apple releases first iOS 12.1, watchOS 5.1, and tvOS 12.1 developer betas [U]

Zac Hall Sep 18 2018 - 10:02 am PT

One day after the official release of iOS 12 and watchOS 5, Apple has released new developer software beta versions for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Both iOS 12.1 developer beta 1 and watchOS 5.1 developer beta 1 are now available for testing. tvOS 12.1 developer beta 1 is also available.

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iOS 12: How to add a second person to Face ID on iPhone

Michael Potuck Sep 17 2018 - 3:41 pm PT

While Face ID has seen overwhelmingly positive reviews on the whole, one trade-off compared to Touch ID has been the lack of support for multiple users. Fortunately, iOS 12 brings the option to add a second person for Face ID. Follow along for how to make use of this handy feature.

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Apple updates iOS Security Guide w/ details on Shortcuts, multi appearance Face ID, more

Chance Miller Sep 17 2018 - 2:20 pm PT

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In conjunction with the release of iOS 12 today, Apple has released a new version of its iOS Security Guide. This update includes new details on the Secure Enclave, DFU and recovery mode, Screen Time, Shortcuts, and more.

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How to use keyboard trackpad mode on every iPhone and iPad with iOS 12

Benjamin Mayo Sep 17 2018 - 1:30 pm PT

One of the best parts of 3D Touch is the ability to turn the iPhone keyboard into a trackpad that you can use to move the blinking blue text input cursor. With iOS 12, Apple has brought this feature to all iPhone and iPad models with a new gesture, removing the 3D Touch requirement.

To activate keyboard trackpad mode without 3D Touch on iOS 12, simply long-press on the space bar with one finger. After a short delay, the keys will fade away to indicate that you have entered trackpad mode.

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1Password now works with Password Autofill on iOS 12

Zac Hall Sep 17 2018 - 12:30 pm PT

One of the great new enhancements of iOS 12 is Password Autofill. This brings login credentials like usernames, emails, and passwords from password vaults to iOS apps and websites right on the iOS keyboard — and it’s not just limited to Apple’s iCloud Keychain. 1Password 7.2 for iOS 12 brings full support for Password Autofill, promoting the password manager to a first-class citizen on iPhone and iPad.

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Shortcuts 2.1

Shortcuts user guide for getting started now available, Siri Shortcuts Field Guide course available for learning more

Michael Potuck Sep 17 2018 - 12:08 pm PT

Along with the public release of iOS 12 today, Apple has brought the Shortcuts app out of its invite-only status and made it available to all. It has also published a user guide for getting up and running with the useful automation focused app. And if you’ve already been a Workflow/Shortcuts user, we’ve got a great resource to go further.

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iOS 12: Hands-on with a dozen new changes and features [Video]

Jeff Benjamin Sep 17 2018 - 11:32 am PT

Today the official version of iOS 12 was released to the public, and it brings a wealth of new changes and features to the table. Major speed improvements, better notifications, and enhanced Do Not Disturb are just some of the new items to explore in iOS 12.

If you’ve had the willpower to remain off the developer beta or public beta up until now, you’re in for a serious treat. In this post and video, we’ll walk through some of the headlining features and changes in iOS 12.
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Things 3.7 updated with Siri watch face, Shortcuts, iOS 12 and watchOS 5

Zac Hall Sep 17 2018 - 10:22 am PT

Things 3.7 for iPhone, Apple Watch, and iPad on iOS 12 and watchOS 5 is here with loads of new features that take advantage of Apple’s big updates. Things now works with the Siri face for Apple Watch on watchOS 5 and Shortcuts app on iOS 12. Version 3.7 brings a handful of other improvements like smart alert management and easier password handling too.

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iOS 12 is now available with performance boosts, Screen Time, smarter notifications, much more

Zac Hall Sep 17 2018 - 10:00 am PT

iOS 12 is officially out of beta and now available for everyone. The major software update for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch runs on any device that runs iOS 11 — including iPhone 5s and newer, iPad mini 2 and newer, and the latest iPod touch.

For older devices, iOS 12 should noticeably improve performance when launching the keyboard, share sheet, taking a photo, and much more. The update is also the first version to include Screen Time which helps you manage time spent in apps and significantly upgrades parental controls. Notifications are also grouped intelligently and Do Not Disturb is much more flexible.

Read on for the official release notes to see everything new in iOS 12:

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Streaks routine app now works with iPad, Outcast podcast player updated for watchOS 5

Zac Hall Sep 17 2018 - 9:41 am PT

It’s iOS 12 and watchOS 5 release day, and the app updates are coming in fast. Streaks and Outcast, both developed in Australia by Quentin Zervaas, have big new versions out today with features that take advantage of Apple’s new software updates.

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What time will iOS 12 be released today? [update: now available]

Benjamin Mayo Sep 17 2018 - 1:33 am PT

Update: iOS 12 is now available!

iOS 12, watchOS 5 and tvOS 12 are released today, on September 17. iOS 12 is available for all iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch models that run iOS 11, so there’s a lot of customers ready to upgrade. When will the iOS 12 update be released?

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Pandora adds Siri Shortcuts support ahead of iOS 12, teases new Apple Watch app

Chance Miller Sep 15 2018 - 8:10 am PT

Ahead of the public release of iOS 12 on Monday, Pandora for iOS has been updated with a handful of new features. The update brings Siri Shortcuts support, customizable app icons, and more.

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How to prepare iPhone and iPad for iOS 12

Michael Potuck Sep 14 2018 - 1:39 pm PT

During Apple’s iPhone event, we learned that iOS 12 will be released to the public this coming Monday, September 17. Whether you want to make sure you’re all set for the software update, or want point friends or family to a helpful resource, follow along for how to get ready for iOS 12.

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Waze begins private beta testing of CarPlay iOS 12 update

Benjamin Mayo Sep 14 2018 - 4:11 am PT

iOS 12 is launching on Monday. One of the most anticipated features from our readers is support for third party navigation apps in CarPlay. If you don’t like Apple Maps, iOS 12 enables third party apps to offer navigation interfaces in the car.

Waze has now rolled out a new update with iOS 12 CarPlay integration to its private beta program. Unfortunately it doesn’t seem like this update will be available next week.

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iOS 12 for iPhone and iPad is coming to everyone on September 17th

Chance Miller Sep 12 2018 - 11:41 am PT

After an extensive beta testing period, Apple officially announced today that it will release iOS 12 to the public on September 17th. iOS 12 includes a host of improvements for iPhone and iPad users, including performance enhancements, ARKit features, and more.

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iOS 12 GM coming later today, here are the release notes [Update: It’s out]

Guilherme Rambo Sep 12 2018 - 11:10 am PT

UPDATE: iOS 12 GM is now available for developers and public beta testers.

Apple is holding their special event at the Steve Jobs Theater today. Besides announcing a new Apple Watch and new iPhones, beta testers of iOS 12 are going to be getting the golden master build later today. This build is probably the final build of iOS 12 that’s going to ship to customers probably right before the new iPhones start shipping, unless there’s some serious issue with it.

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Apple promoting new features coming in iOS 12 to all iPhone and iPad users with Tips notifications

Benjamin Mayo Sep 6 2018 - 5:16 am PT

We expect iOS 12 will be released to all users about a week after the September 12 event, as the operating system will come preinstalled on the new iPhones that are almost certainly launching on the 21st.

Today, Apple has started advertising to iOS 11 devices ahead of the release, with the Tips app sending alerts that highlight some of the changes.

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Apple releases iOS 12 beta 12 to fix ‘new iOS update’ alert

Zac Hall Aug 31 2018 - 8:12 am PT

You may have heard there’s a new iOS update out and you should update from the beta … every time you unlock your iPhone or iPad. While iOS 12 is technically still in beta, Apple has issued the twelfth developer beta version (and tenth public beta version) to address the pesky alert that started spamming users last night.

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PSA: It’s not just you, many iOS 12 beta users are seeing erroneous update popups [Update]

Chance Miller Aug 30 2018 - 7:10 pm PT

UPDATE: The fix is out!

This evening, many iOS 12 beta users are being prompted with erroneous messages on their device informing them to update to the latest beta release, even though there are no updates available.

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Apple releases iOS 12 beta 10, public beta 8 for iPhone and iPad

Zac Hall Aug 23 2018 - 1:05 pm PT

Three days after the last iOS 12 beta for developers, Apple has released an updated build. iOS 12 developer beta 10 is now available. iOS 12 public beta 8 (same build) is also available.

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iOS 12: How to use third-party Password AutoFill apps

Peter Cao Aug 21 2018 - 12:01 am PT

iCloud Keychain is pretty great when you only use Apple devices, and need very basic password management tools. However, if you’re a user of 1Password or LastPass, it’s been workaround after workaround for quite some time with no real system-level support, which is arguably required for such an app to function.

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iOS 12 developer beta 9 for iPhone and iPad expected today [U: Now available]

Zac Hall Aug 20 2018 - 9:08 am PT

The iOS update train is still chugging along. After releasing not one but two iOS 12 developer betas last week, we expect Apple to release iOS 12 developer beta 9 for iPhone and iPad today. Apple released beta 7 on Monday but pulled the update later in the day due to performance issues that were later resolved in beta 8.

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iOS 12: How to customize the metric units in the Measure app

Peter Cao Aug 17 2018 - 12:01 am PT

Depending on where you are in the world you might want to change the default metric units used in the Measure app in iOS 12.

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Hands-on: iOS 12 beta 7/8 changes and features [Video]

Jeff Benjamin Aug 15 2018 - 9:15 pm PT

After pulling the 7th iOS 12 beta due to issues with performance, Apple today released the 8th developer beta for iOS 12. In this brief hands-on walkthrough, we cover new changes and features across both betas.
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