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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
2024-03-28 22:45
Although it’s a close race between Apple Maps and Google Maps these days, the search giant has always had one advantage over Apple due to the staggering amount of data it collects and… Read More
2024-03-28 22:10
It looks like Apple just gave iPhone 12 owners a nice Easter surprise in its recent iOS 17.4 update. According to Macworld, iOS 17.4 appears to have done for its iPhone 12 lineup what iOS 17… Read More
2024-03-28 20:02
Scammers are a dime a dozen these days, and that means we need to be extra careful. Not only do you need to be on the lookout for potential direct attacks on your devices, but you also need… Read More
2024-03-28 14:54
Since pretty much any iPhone can only be controlled with your touch screen, you’ll want to keep it in tip-top shape. But even then, there might be times when your screen just won&rsquo&hell…Read More
2024-03-28 14:35
A few days ago, iDrop News reported that Apple is readying a new in-store system that would fix the years-old problem of being required to update your new iPhone as soon as you turn it… Read More
2024-03-27 21:45
So far, we’ve been hearing a great deal about the new AI features that we can expect to see in this year’s big iOS 18 release, but it’s fair to say that Apple has a few mor… Read More
2024-03-27 21:18
Apple recently launched a new online tool called Reasons to Upgrade that it hopes will convince more folks to upgrade to the new iPhone 15. Apple’s goal is for you to “see what y… Read More
2024-03-27 20:40
If you’re seeing multiple password reset notifications pop up on your iPhone, do NOT tap Allow under any circumstances. There’s a good chance someone is trying to hack into your… Read More
2024-03-27 17:50
For years, your iPhone color choices were limited to shades of grey, white, and gold. While that partially changed in 2018, when the iPhone XR introduced a much more vibrant array of colors… Read More
2024-03-27 15:43
Last December, Apple introduced a new Journal app in iOS 17.2, offering a built-in solution for jotting down thoughts with AI-powered suggestions for inspiration. These Journaling Suggestion… Read More
2024-03-27 14:09
On Tuesday, Apple officially announced the dates for this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC24), which will kick off with a keynote address on Monday, June 10. A popular past… Read More
2024-03-26 21:00
Although Apple is expected to have a lot to say about its AI plans at this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), it appears that those plans don’t include the generative… Read More
2024-03-26 20:20
It’s official: Apple’s 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC24) will kick off on June 10, 2024, with the usual slate of major software release announcements for the iPhone… Read More
2024-03-26 18:18
Your iPhone is the perfect way to interact with people. Whether you want to chat with friends or family or find out what your favorite artists are doing by checking their social media posts… Read More
2024-03-26 16:00
If there’s one area where our Android-toting brethren have an advantage, it’s in the much greater customizability offered by the rival smartphone platform. However, Apple may soo… Read More
2024-03-26 14:30
Creating a custom haptic vibration on your iPhone allows you to personalize the way your device responds to certain actions, like receiving a call, a text, or a reminder. This can be especia… Read More
2024-03-26 13:48
Apple may unveil an AI App Store at this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June. Apple (and every other tech company, it seems) is working on artificial intelligence ele… Read More
2024-03-25 20:00
Last week, Apple quietly released iOS 17.4.1, a typically minor sub-point-release update of the form that rarely includes much more than bug fixes and performance updates. However, as unexci… Read More
2024-03-25 19:49
Your iPhone’s Notes app has everything you need to jot down all your thoughts, your to-do list, or ideas you don’t want to forget. And the best part is how easy it is to share yo… Read More
2024-03-25 19:30
Unless you’ve always purchased a new iPhone on launch day, chances are good that you’ve run into a classic chicken-and-egg problem: trying to restore your existing iPhone that&rs&hell…Read More
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