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[Update: Fixed] Fitbit is partially down again, crashing on iPhones
For the third time in just over a month, the Fitbit app is down again today, with sleep stats and some other data not showing for many users, as well as just outright crashing on iPhones.
Expand Expanding Close10 features to configure, apply, and automate on Apple Devices at Work
With more than half of all organizations using Mac devices, Apple’s rapid growth across the enterprise market cannot be ignored. Organizations of all sizes have turned to Apple devices to power day-to-day work. Part of this growth is driven by employee preference – not only are Apple devices easy to use and more secure, but people use them at home and prefer to use the devices they’re most comfortable with at work.
No matter why an organization chooses Apple, it takes a thoughtful approach from IT teams to make these devices, and the employees using them, work as efficiently as possible.
Expand Expanding CloseMovies Anywhere is shutting down its ‘Screen Pass’ feature that let you share movies with friends
Movies Anywhere has been one of the best things to happen to digital movie ownership in quite some time, allowing purchases to sync between a variety of different platforms at no cost. But this week, the Disney-owned service announced that “Screen Pass,” the feature that allowed Movies Anywhere users to share a movie with friends or family, is being shut down.
Expand Expanding CloseCASETiFY showcases new Mandalorian Apple accessory collection with Beskar iPhone 14 case, more
Season 3 of The Mandalorian has arrived, and CASETiFY is looking to celebrate by launching an all-new collection of iPhone 14 cases inspired by a galaxy far, far away. Landing later in the month, Star Wars fans will soon be able to outfit their entire Apple setup with some iconic characters from the hit Disney+ series including Mando and Grogu, as well as a premium cover inspired by Beskar steel.
Expand Expanding CloseApple Women’s Health Study shows promise in predicting serious conditions
Preliminary findings from the Apple Women’s Health Study show that menstrual cycle tracking on iPhone and Apple Watch has the potential to detect risk factors for serious health conditions.
The team behind the study said that this is an under-researched area, and the data from 50,000 study participants is advancing the science in this field …
Expand Expanding CloseApple blocked ChatGPT-powered email app BlueMail; requires 17+ age restriction
BlueMail cofounder Ben Volach says that Apple blocked a ChatGPT-powered feature included in an update to the iOS app.
He said that the company told him the inclusion of AI-generated content required the use of a 17+ age restriction, to guard against minors being exposed to inappropriate content…
Expand Expanding CloseApple Headset Continuity and Handoff features sound really slick
Apple has applied for a patent for an Apple Headset Continuity feature, so that a user could (for example) create a document on a Mac, and then use a really slick user interface to transfer it to a headset like the anticipated Reality Pro.
It also describes an equally slick way to handle audio Handoff using nothing more than glances and a gesture …
Expand Expanding CloseApple doubles investment in its European Silicon Design Center
Apple today announced a major expansion to its European Silicon Design Center, which will see the company creating a custom-designed state-of-the-art R&D center in Germany.
The iPhone maker previously announced plans for a €1B ($1.06B) European Center for Chip Design in Munich, and says that it will be doubling its investment in the latest expansion plans …
Expand Expanding CloseClearVPN 2 by MacPaw: The simple and user-friendly VPN solution with a brand-new interface
Today, MacPaw announced version 2 of its ClearVPN solution. It’s a reinvented VPN solution designed to help users easily and securely enjoy their online presence without the need for extra tech skills. ClearVPN was first launched in 2020 with the aim of providing users with a simple solution that would allow them to solve any online goal without a hassle. The team achieved this by creating Shortcuts that addressed the reasons why users chose VPN in the first place and eliminate the rest of the complexity.
Expand Expanding CloseApple Store in Charlotte permanently closed without notice after three shootings
An Apple Store in Charlotte, North Carolina, was yesterday closed with immediate effect. It follows three recent shootings at the Northlake Mall location, the most recent of them the previous day.
Neither staff nor customers were told about the closure until the day it happened …
Expand Expanding CloseReddit now lets users search for comments within posts on its app and website
Reddit last year announced a major update to its search system, which gained the ability to find comments through the social network. This week, Reddit announced another update to its search system. However, the latest update now lets users search for comments within specific posts.
Expand Expanding ClosePixelmator Pro adds new Remove Color adjustment that works for photos and videos
Pixelmator Pro is a popular image editor for macOS. Following an update in December that added a new “Deband” feature to remove color banding from photos, the app has been updated this week with a new Remove Color adjustment. With the new option, users can easily remove a specific color from an image or even a video.
Expand Expanding CloseThe classic Apple Books page turn animation is back in iOS 16.4, here’s how it works
As iOS 16.4 beta testing continues, we got some new features with the second release. After axing its classic skeuomorphic design with iOS 16 last fall, the upcoming release brings back the “Curl” page turn effect in the Apple Books app, here’s how it works.
Expand Expanding ClosePedometer++ app revamped with iPhone workout tracking, rich maps on Apple Watch, more
Pedometer++ from developer David Smith is one of the most iconic iPhone and Apple Watch apps of all time, and a new update today takes things to a whole new level. Pedometer++ 5 is available now with Live Activities support, workout tracking for non-Apple Watch users, and much more.
Expand Expanding CloseApple boosts trade-in values for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch
Apple has boosted iPhone trade-in values today for a small number of older iPhone models, as well as certain iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac devices. The company is also now promoting these increased trade-in values directly on the Apple Store Online homepage.
Expand Expanding CloseApp Store Connect now lets developers use peer group benchmarks for metrics
Apple on Wednesday announced a developer-focused update. More specifically, App Analytics – a tool that’s part of App Store Connect – will now let developers use peer group benchmarks for metrics about their apps. As a result, developers will be able to compare the performance of their apps with other similar apps available on the App Store.
Expand Expanding CloseApple releases second iOS 16.4 public beta with these changes
A day after making the second iOS 16.4 developer beta available, Apple released the second build for public testers. Here’s a look at what’s new and how to jump on the beta if you haven’t yet to access the latest features like new emoji, always-on display automation, 5G SA support, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseIt’s now more expensive to have Apple replace your iPhone’s battery
As previously announced, Apple is raising the prices of iPhone battery replacements. The company says that out-of-warranty battery service for all iPhone models (except iPhone 14) is now $20 more expensive than it was yesterday…
Expand Expanding CloseiOS 16 was all about personalization: What will iOS 17 bring? Here is our wishlist [Video]
iOS 16 seemed to be all about personalization, bringing a more customized user experience and collaboration. Apple introduced new features like the customizable Lock Screen, which brought new widgets. They also brought Live Activities and iMessage enhancements like undo send and editing an already sent message. Freeform, the new collaboration app, was introduced as well as a new digital whiteboard to collaborate in real time with other colleagues or students in your class. Even though these were great additions, there are still some features that we want to see in iOS 17 to further improve our iPhone experience. Here is our iOS 17 wishlist!
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: M2 Mac mini Amazon lows start at $549, iPhone 14 MagSafe leather cases $39, more
Halfway through the work week, we have a fresh assortment of discounts on tap today courtesy of 9to5Toys. Our friends over at our sister site have rustled up some notable Apple price cuts, all of which are headlined by the first Amazon discounts on M2 Mac mini starting at $549. There’s also a series of all-time lows on Apple’s official iPhone 14 MagSafe leather cases from $39, which are joined by this affordable HomeKit smart plug at just $8. Hit the jump for all of the best deals and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseSecretive Apple TV+ film ‘Project Artemis’ starring Scarlett Johansson takes over NASA with a blast from the past
Last year, Apple dropped $100 million into a space race movie starring Scarlett Johansson titled “Project Artemis.” Now, the movie is filming at the iconic Kennedy Space Center, filling the press site with vintage cars to match the era of the film.
Expand Expanding CloseiPhone 15 Pro’s A17 Bionic likely Apple’s first 3nm chip; here’s what that means
Apple is widely expected to switch to a 3-nanometer fabrication process for its A17 Bionic chip in this year’s flagship iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. This will lead to a combination of performance and efficiency improvements, and the switchover is now being corroborated by yet another report…
Expand Expanding CloseWhat iPhone color is most popular? Here’s what the data shows
CIRP is out with its latest report today that reveals what iPhone colors are most popular when it comes to the current lineup of Apple’s smartphones. What’s your guess? Here’s what the data shows for each model…
Expand Expanding CloseTikTok screen time limit for teenagers, as government ban looms
A one-hour daily TikTok screen time limit will be set by default for users below 18 years of age, says the company. The move coincides with the White House setting a 30-day deadline for federal employees to remove the app from government devices …
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