Category: Apple

Apple introduces iPadOS 14 with redesigned widgets, handwriting recognition for Pencil, universal search and more

Along with the iOS 14, Apple also introduced iPadOS 14 that brings all-new compact design for incoming FaceTime and phone calls, Siri interactions, and Search to help users stay focused on the task at hand.  New Apple Pencil features, including Scribble for iPad, deliver a whole new way to work with handwritten notes, and ARKit 4 delivers a brand-new Depth API that allows developers to create even more powerful features in their apps. Continue reading “Apple introduces iPadOS 14 with redesigned widgets, handwriting recognition for Pencil, universal search and more”

Apple introduces iOS 14 with Redesigned widgets, App Library, Compact UI, App Clips, Translate app, Siri improvements and more

At the ongoing WWDC 2020 Apple introduced the most expected iOS 14, the next iteration of iOS with a lot of new features. The iOS 14 brings new ways to customize the Home Screen, discover and use apps with App Clip, updates to Messages, and more. Continue reading “Apple introduces iOS 14 with Redesigned widgets, App Library, Compact UI, App Clips, Translate app, Siri improvements and more”

Here’s what to expect from Apple’s WWDC 2020

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Apple’s 2020 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is set to kick off today at 10:00 A.M. PDT. (10:30 pm IST). There are many rumours and leaks for the event that are conflicting each other, specifically around the topic of whether Apple will be releasing new hardware or not. On the other hand, there are plenty of leaks of upcoming software updates that Apple has planned.

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Apple Watch cellular now supported on Vodafone Idea networks in India

Vodafone Idea has announced that it will support for cellular service on the Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular) in select circles across India, from June 12, 2020. The service will be made available for Vodafone Postpaid customers, which includes the Enterprise Postpaid customers too.

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Apple reveals WWDC20 lineup; keynote address from Apple Park on June 22

Apple already confirmed that its virtual WWDC 2020 conference will begin June 22. Today it has revealed the lineup, including keynote and Platforms State of the Union timing, and information on how developers can learn about the future of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS, and engage with Apple engineers. Continue reading “Apple reveals WWDC20 lineup; keynote address from Apple Park on June 22”

Apple said to announce move to ARM-based processors for 2021 Macs at WWDC on June 22

Apple will announce a shift from Intel processors to ARM-based processors at the WWDC that begins June 22, according to a new report from Bloomberg. Earlier in March Apple analyst, Ming-Chi Kuo 2020 revaled that 2021 Macs will finally have Apple’s in-house ARM based processors powering it. Continue reading “Apple said to announce move to ARM-based processors for 2021 Macs at WWDC on June 22”

Apple granted software patent that describes social distant group selfies

Apple has been granted an interesting new patent for a software application that would be used to create “synthetic group selfies”. The patent describes a method used to create group selfies with multiple participants who are not together at the time of clicking the photo, which is perfectly applicable during these times of social distancing practices.

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Broadcom CEO hints further delays for Apple’s 2020 iPhone

In a conference call to discuss earnings with analysts, Broadcom’s CEO Hock Tan, has hinted that the iPhone launch this year will be delayed by a few weeks. Multiple reports have already pointed to delays in this year’s iPhone lineup, owing to supply chains disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Apple iPhone SE 2020 Unboxing and First Impressions

Apple launched the new iPhone SE (2020) without much fanfare back in April and it has gone on sale in several markets worldwide including India. The iPhone SE has been rumoured for quite some time now and it is a great time for an affordable iPhone from Apple. It could be a great first iPhone for those wanting to get onboard the iPhone bandwagon.
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4th Gen iPad Air to switch to USB-C; iPad Mini to stick with Lightning: Report

Leaks have surfaced that suggest that Apple’s upcoming iPad Air refresh will finally ditch the Lightning port and adopt USB-C. The iPad Mini, on the other hand, will continue to use the Lightning port for at least one more generation. If these rumours are true, this will be the first time Apple has begun using USB-C for tablets other than the iPad Pro lineup.

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iOS 14 code leak reveals built-in translator for Safari and Apple Pencil support in websites

A new code leak of an early build of iOS 14 has revealed two new features that Apple is working on – a built-in translator for the Safari browser and support for Apple Pencil for websites in iPadOS 14. The features, if finished, will come to Apple users when iOS 14 is released during WWDC 2020 on June 22, 2020

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Apple acquires machine learning startup ‘Inductiv’ to improve Siri

In recent times, Apple has been buying AI and machine learning based startups in a bid to improve their own software. The latest company to be acquired by Apple is Waterloo, Ontario-based machine-learning startup called Inductiv Inc., whose engineers have joined Apple to work on improving services related to Siri.

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Indian government’s contact tracing app ‘Aarogya Setu’ source code is now open

A few weeks back Government of India launched Aarogya Setu mobile app to limit the spread of COVID-19 to enable Bluetooth based contact tracing, mapping of likely hotspots, and dissemination of relevant information about COVID19. Continue reading “Indian government’s contact tracing app ‘Aarogya Setu’ source code is now open”

Apple’s future generation AirPods may feature Ambient light sensors

Apple could soon be expanding their health monitoring capable devices from their Apple Watch to include the Apple AirPods soon. A new report has surfaced today, claiming that Apple is working on incorporating an ambient light sensor into future designs of the AirPods, possibly for health monitoring reasons.

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Apple releases iOS 13.5 and iPadOS 13.5 with exposure Notification API, face mask detection for faster unlock process and more

Apple released iOS 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4 with new Memoji stickers, Files app iCloud Folder Sharing, Trackpad Support for iPad and more back in March. Now it has rolled out iOS 13.5 and iPadOS 13.5 updates after several beta releases. Apple said that the update will speed up access to the passcode field on devices with Face ID when you are wearing a face mask and introduces an option to control automatic prominence of video tiles on Group FaceTime calls and includes bug fixes and other improvements. Continue reading “Apple releases iOS 13.5 and iPadOS 13.5 with exposure Notification API, face mask detection for faster unlock process and more”