2024-04-22 23:05
Apple’s campaign to deliver on-device AI tools on the iPhone advances, as the Cupertino firm has purchased Paris-based artificial intelligence startup Datakalab. The firm speciali… Read More
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2024-04-22 22:00
Apple may be on the cusp of parlaying its landmark Major League Soccer deal into an exclusive new deal with soccer’s global governing body to stream a new World Cup-style competition n… Read More
2024-04-22 19:37
With the release of iOS 13 in 2019, Apple launched a feature that allows users to operate their iPhones entirely with their voice. It’s called…Voice Control. While this is prima… Read More
2024-04-22 19:15
One of the biggest rumors about last year’s iPhone 15 lineup that never panned out was that some of the new models would gain solid-state buttons. There’s every reason to believe… Read More
2024-04-22 15:11
Environmentally focused search engine Ecosia has just released what it promises as “the greenest browser on Earth” to mark this year’s Earth Day, with a new way for users t… Read More
2024-04-21 19:56
Not everyone likes mobile games. After all, they have a bad reputation for misleading advertising, pay-to-win practices, and just being dull. Luckily, that’s not the case for all games… Read More
2024-04-20 21:03
The iPhone is one of the best smartphones money can buy. In addition to the usual benefits you get from a smartphone, you also get even more perks for being part of the Apple ecosystem. From… Read More
2024-04-20 20:37
Apple’s decision to change its App Store guidelines to allow developers to make retro game emulator apps available on its platforms is bearing fruit, as we’ve already seen two em… Read More
2024-04-19 20:32
In the technology industry, “privacy” has become somewhat of a buzzword. What information is collected on you and how is it stored? Does it qualify as personal information or per… Read More
2024-04-19 18:45
The iPhone’s Notes app already packs in a lot of powerful features that make it one of the best note-taking apps for most people. That’s partly because Apple has been relatively… Read More
2024-04-19 17:25
Meta’s WhatsApp and Threads have become the latest casualties of the Great Firewall of China as Apple has been forced to remove them from the App Store to comply with Chinese law. Acco… Read More
2024-04-19 16:25
As one of Apple’s “B-list” products, we don’t often hear nearly as many rumors about the HomePod as we do about more exciting things like new iPhones and iPads. Howev… Read More
2024-04-19 13:52
Apple has announced that it is investing more than $250 million to improve its campus in the Singapore Ang Mo Kio district. This will provide more space for growth and new roles in arti… Read More
2024-04-18 21:15
Amazon has recently made some significant and controversial changes to its Prime Video pricing. Now, it looks like its most affordable standalone plan is the latest casualty of its attempts… Read More
2024-04-18 20:41
We highlighted the iPhone and iPad’s Voice Isolation feature when it became available for regular phone calls in the release of iOS 17 last year, although it’s actually been arou… Read More
2024-04-18 20:21
Over the years, Apple has improved both hardware and software on all of its devices to make their batteries last as long as possible, not just in battery life but in preserving the overall l… Read More
2024-04-18 17:25
If recent reports are accurate, Apple will unveil its first new iPads in over 18 months in May. They’re already expected to make a big splash with the first OLED panels on the new iPad… Read More
2024-04-18 16:40
The last feature that Apple promised for iOS 17 is finally rolling out in a usable form as AirPlay arrives on the first hotel television sets. To be fair, this one wasn’t entirely in A… Read More
2024-04-18 14:31
Apple has long been focused on sustainability and reducing e-waste. Its first carbon-neutral product, the Apple Watch Series 9, and its comprehensive trade-in and recycling programs are a fe… Read More
2024-04-18 14:24
Sure, we’re still in the rumors stage when it comes to the iPhone 16, but that doesn’t mean we can’t entertain rumors about 2025’s iPhone 17. Right? Right? On Wednesd… Read More
2024-04-17 20:15
The recently launched AltStore PAL app marketplace has become the new home for Riley Testut’s well-known Delta NES emulator, but the good news is that those of us outside of the Europe… Read More
2024-04-17 19:00
Several companies have reportedly been hard at work on building alternative iPhone app marketplaces to take advantage of Apple’s new policies on app distribution in the European Union… Read More
2024-04-17 16:25
While two-factor authentication is a great way to protect your account against unauthorized access, it also exposes one of the most significant weak points in most people’s online secu… Read More
2024-04-17 13:55
Did you know your Apple Watch isn’t just for health monitoring, calling, and texting? It can also serve as a remote shutter button for the iPhone camera. This is a lesser-known feature… Read More
2024-04-17 13:34
Apple’s AI efforts in iOS 18 will focus on privacy by performing the required processing directly on the iPhone, not on cloud servers, according to a new report from Bloomberg&rsq&hell…Read More
2024-04-16 22:30
Apple has just released the second developer beta of iOS 17.5, and in the process, it appears it’s turned the key for iPhone users in the European Union to download apps directly from… Read More
2024-04-16 18:15
It’s about that time again when we begin to hear speculation and leaks about how much storage Apple will pack into its latest iPhone models. First among these is a report that the stan… Read More
2024-04-16 15:55
The saga of Spotify’s elusive “HiFi” plan could soon come to a climax, as new evidence has surfaced that the music streaming giant is getting ready to launch its long-rumor… Read More
2024-04-16 14:16
Almost two years ago, Apple surprised us by releasing its first premium Apple Watch, the Apple Watch Ultra. This high-end wearable was so successful that Apple subsequently introduced the Ap… Read More
2024-04-15 23:30
It seems Apple doesn’t plan to waste any time moving beyond the current M3 chip into its next generation of Apple silicon. Last week, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman revealed that the fi… Read More
2024-04-15 22:55
Apple’s iPhone Crash Detection feature was instrumental in helping New Zealand police find the site of a fatal off-road crash that claimed the lives of two female teenagers. Joanna Bea… Read More
2024-04-15 22:00
At least some of this year’s iPhone 16 models may receive a relatively simple camera enhancement that could significantly improve your photos. According to the latest iPhone 16 Pro sup… Read More
2024-04-15 21:23
Purchasing a used iPhone can be a cost-effective way to upgrade without breaking the bank. However, when buying any used electronics, particularly smartphones like the iPhone, it’s cri… Read More
2024-04-15 20:30
While those coming from the world of Intel Macs and PCs may automatically opt for a 16GB or better memory configuration, Apple has insisted for years that 8GB of RAM should be enough for mos… Read More
2024-04-15 15:52
Apple has put a lot of effort into making the iPhone as accessible to anyone as possible. Sure, it’s still not perfect, but the Cupertino company always comes up with new accessibility… Read More
2024-04-13 22:52
While it’s still far from perfect, Apple’s Notes app for your Mac is still one of the best note-taking apps available. Not only can you write down your thoughts, your to-do list… Read More
2024-04-12 22:18
Getting the most from your iPhone storage is always a hot topic. Here at iDrop News, we’re often providing tips and tricks on how to maximize your current storage and iCloud use. We al… Read More
2024-04-12 18:20
It’s been a while since we’ve heard much about Apple’s plans for its wallet-friendly iPhone SE, but now a new leaker has come forward with what appears to be a complete lis… Read More
2024-04-12 17:49
Although several third-party browsers report a jump in iPhone installs in the European Union following Apple’s changes in iOS 17.4 to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act, no… Read More
2024-04-12 15:20
It’s been an interesting week for VPN services. Earlier this week, the well-known privacy-focused browser company DuckDuckGo announced the launch of a new VPN as part of its first subs… Read More
2024-04-12 14:45
Facebook Messenger fans can rejoice in no longer needing to seek out alternative methods for sending high-resolution photos to friends and family members — or be left with lower-res im… Read More
2024-04-12 13:53
Apple announced this week that customers and independent repair shops will soon be able to repair iPhone 15 and newer models with used genuine Apple parts. The used parts include screens, ba… Read More
2024-04-11 21:30
The paint is barely dry on Apple’s latest M3 MacBooks, but according to the latest insider info from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the company may already have its next-generation M4… Read More
2024-04-11 20:03
You’re not alone thinking that managing risk and reward is easier said than done. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t win in the current financial market. Quite the opposi… Read More
2024-04-11 18:29
Depending on your iPhone model and capacity, storage might be an issue for you. While most of the time, that’s because we have a lot of apps and files taking up a lot of storage space… Read More
2024-04-11 16:45
Although we don’t hear about mercenary spyware like Pegasus and Predator nearly as often as we did a few years ago, that doesn’t mean those threats aren’t still out there… Read More
2024-04-11 15:50
One of the things that’s traditionally made iPhone repairs so expensive, at least at official Apple service providers, is the company’s insistence that only genuine and new parts… Read More
2024-04-11 15:00
Although we use our iPhones for many things, their first job is still arguably making phone calls. Unfortunately, there may be times when your iPhone won’t let you do that. Sometimes… Read More
2024-04-11 00:00
In February, an internal Apple memo acknowledged a touch-related issue that was reportedly affecting some Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 models and told Authorized Service Providers to sta… Read More
2024-04-10 23:46
While the first iOS 17.5 beta has been a bit thin on new features, puzzle fans will be glad to know Apple is adding a new puzzle feature for Apple News+ subscribers: a new word game, “… Read More
2024-04-10 23:07
The iPhone’s Control Center debuted in 2013 with iOS 7. However, it’s still as relevant today. Control Center has evolved over time with each new version of iOS adding more funct… Read More
2024-04-10 21:00
Last February, Google surprised us by opening up its legendary, Pixel-exclusive Magic Eraser tool to all Google Photos users, including those who use the app on an iPhone. The Magic Eraser t… Read More
2024-04-10 20:23
Your iPhone’s Lock Screen has more than meets the eye. Surely, you’ve noticed that you can check your notifications and use other features, but there are many more things that yo… Read More
2024-04-10 15:55
Ever wonder if law enforcement can access your iPhone without a passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID? The short answer is yes, but it’s not that simple. A special device is required and it c… Read More
2024-04-10 13:55
While the iPhone and the Apple Watch continue to be fantastically popular with teens in the United States, Apple’s services, such as Apple Music and Apple TV+, are lagging behind their… Read More
2024-04-09 22:45
As amazing as Apple’s new spatial computing headset is, there’s no disputing that it’s also a behemoth. Weighing over a pound, the Apple Vision Pro may not feel heavy when… Read More
2024-04-09 21:35
One of the biggest complaints we’ve heard from Apple Watch detractors over the years is the single-day battery life. After all, charging a battery every night is unheard of among stand… Read More
2024-04-09 21:00
By now, you’ve undoubtedly heard that new iPads are coming next month in an update to the product lineup that could be the biggest in years. That will be a refreshing change of pace af… Read More
2024-04-09 20:23
Unlike many Android phones, iPhones last longer before they become slow and sluggish. This is mostly because it’s easier for Apple to focus on improving the performance of a handful of… Read More
2024-04-09 17:10
The iPhone’s Safety Check feature is a privacy tool designed by Apple to help users protect their personal safety and maintain control over their device and the personal information it… Read More
2024-04-09 13:56
Google has officially debuted its Find My Device network for Android-based devices. The network, which has been rumored to be in the works since 2021, replicates the functionality of Apple&r&hell…Read More
2024-04-08 21:00
The AirPower charging mat was an ambitious undertaking by Apple that promised to give us one wireless charger to rule them all. Sadly, it turned out to be one of Apple’s most public fa… Read More
2024-04-08 20:00
A new report claiming to have the battery capacities for this year’s iPhone 16 lineup reveals that iPhone 16 Plus fans may end up shortchanged on run time. While it’s still too e… Read More
2024-04-08 18:10
Apple’s unprecedented 18-month drought of iPad releases is expected to end early next month when the company unveils the first of its 2024 iPad lineup, and now Bloomberg’s Mark G… Read More
2024-04-08 16:40
One of the things that makes the iPhone stand out is its many accessibility features. Sure, you can find accessibility features in most devices nowadays, but the iPhone is packed with some a… Read More
2024-04-08 15:10
When Apple first released the Apple Watch, it quickly became one of the most popular smartwatches in the world. Thanks to its beautiful design and its compatibility with the iPhone, pretty m… Read More
2024-04-07 15:25
Artificial intelligence has changed the way we work, study, and interact with apps. Now, it’s never been easier to get a tailored response to any of your questions with the help of the… Read More
2024-04-06 18:26
In addition to choosing the perfect smartphone, you also need to pick the right phone plan. After all, without a solid data connection, you won’t be able to use your phone the way it&r&hell…Read More
2024-04-06 17:52
Last week we reported about Apple’s new in-store Presto system, which allows Apple Store employees to update the software on in-stock iPhones without opening the boxes. Now, more detai… Read More
2024-04-05 22:40
Even though it might not be as comfortable, you can still use your iPhone to manage all kinds of files. You can view them, edit them, and even add important notes and highlights. Basic… Read More
2024-04-05 21:00
Apple has just made a small but significant change to its App Review Guidelines that should open the door to a whole new realm of console emulator apps that were previously forbidden on the… Read More
2024-04-05 18:30
It’s been a tough year for Apple’s more ambitious projects and, by extension, for some of its employees. First, we heard in late February that Apple was throwing in the towel on… Read More
2024-04-05 17:17
The Apple Vision Pro continues to prove useful to the medical industry, this time being used to assist with a shoulder joint replacement. Medical software maker eXeX recently revealed that t… Read More
2024-04-04 22:00
One of the most useful things to come from Apple’s so-called Batterygate scandal six years ago was a new set of Battery Health tools in iOS 11.3. For the first time, iPhone owners coul… Read More
2024-04-04 21:22
A new iPhone will work perfectly from the get-go. You really don’t need to change anything to it in order to use it. However, if you really want to step up your game or just want to ma… Read More
2024-04-04 20:30
We’ve known it was coming for a while, but it appears that Disney is now getting ready to turn the key on enforcing its password-sharing policies — and making users pay up if the… Read More
2024-04-04 15:15
There’s been no shortage of rumors giving us hints of what we can expect from this year’s iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro, but other than some early leaked prototypes of the standard… Read More
2024-04-03 21:38
Personal robotics could be Apple’s “next big thing, ” Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman says, as he reveals that the company’s new skunkworks project involves a &ldq&hell…Read More
2024-04-03 21:25
In a little over two months, Apple will unveil iOS 18 at its Worldwide Developers Conference. That means we’re getting close enough that more reliable information may be starting to le… Read More
2024-04-03 20:45
With the first iOS 17.5 developer beta making the rounds, clever code sleuths are starting to uncover some buried secrets about what we can expect in the next version. Yesterday, we saw evid… Read More
2024-04-03 20:07
We’re still a few weeks away from Apple dropping iOS 17.5 to the public following yesterday’s release of the first developer beta. Thanks to that, we have a pretty good idea of w… Read More
2024-04-03 18:31
For the most part, when your iPhone is new, it’s basically a performance beast. It can run any app and perform any task without breaking a sweat. However, that doesn’t mean it&rs&hell…Read More
2024-04-03 15:30
Everyone is being bitten by inflation in today’s economy, so it’s no big surprise to find that streaming services are feeling the crunch as well. Even Apple has been forced to an… Read More
2024-04-03 14:41
We all know that Apple takes its time when it comes to adding new features. Sometimes, things that are already possible on other platforms might come to the iPhone a few months later; other… Read More
2024-04-02 23:20
At this point, it’s all but certain that we’ll soon see a new Apple Pencil unveiled next month alongside Apple’s new 2024 iPad Pro and iPad Air lineups. What’s less c… Read More
2024-04-02 22:52
After a four-week hiatus, Apple has kicked off its iOS 17 beta cycle again with the first developer beta of iOS 17.5 and its other companion operating systems for the iPad, Apple Watch, Appl… Read More
2024-04-02 22:47
Many users already take advantage of the iPhone’s Control Center. With a simple swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen, users can add quick access to various controls and a… Read More
2024-04-02 20:24
Nowdays, every app on your iPhone is capable of sending notifications. And while this might be useful for apps like Health or Instagram, it can also get annoying if you’re constantly b… Read More
2024-04-02 13:57
Apple released the full version of iOS 17 last fall, which means we’ve now had lots of time to test everything the update has to offer — and everything promised in its subse… Read More
2024-04-01 23:45
We already know there’s a new slate of iPads right around the corner — with accessories to match — but now a report suggests that the next generation of Apple Pencil m… Read More
2024-04-01 22:20
After a surprising three rate increases in less than two months, it looks like the Apple Card Savings account may be set to see its interest rates go down for the first time. While it’… Read More
2024-04-01 21:30
AT&T has just acknowledged a massive data breach affecting millions of its customers—both current and former—that exposed not only account passwords but also more sensitive i… Read More
2024-04-01 20:52
There’s little doubt that iPhone screens are getting better and brighter. How many times have you unlocked your iPhone in the middle of the night and been startled by the blast of ligh… Read More
2024-04-01 20:44
Whether you’re stuck in traffic on your daily commute or you like to be on the road a lot, there’s no doubt that some of us spend way too much time in our cars. Sometimes, it eve… Read More
2024-03-30 13:30
After years of holding out on RCS messaging, Apple made a shocking turnaround last fall when it officially announced RCS support was on its 2024 roadmap for the iPhone. While Apple didn&rsqu&hell…Read More
2024-03-29 16:40
In addition to new shades of titanium, the iPhone 16 Pro may shift the design from the brushed matte look of the iPhone 15 Pro lineup to a glossier polished titanium finish. For several year… Read More
2024-03-29 15:11
Your iPhone makes it extremely easy to see and manage all your contacts in the same place. But let’s be honest: most of us don’t even bother doing much with our contacts once we… Read More
2024-03-29 13:21
While CleanMyMac from MacPaw is a well-known way to clean and tune your Mac for top performance, cybersecurity experts have uncovered a scheme where bad actors have disguised dangerous malwa… Read More
2024-03-28 23:25
In something of a “good news/bad news” report, Bloombeg’s Mark Gurman has confirmed that Apple’s new iPad Air and iPad Pro lineup has officially entered production. T… Read More
2024-03-28 22:57
Apple’s latest iOS 17 updates are packed with new and useful features. However, if you’re among the many iPhone users struggling with battery life throughout the day, some of the… Read More
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