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iOS 12 now installed on 52% of the devices

October 8, 2018 diyan iOS

Apple’s latest OS version overtakes iOS 11 iOS 12, the latest official version of the platform, has surpassed iOS 11 in terms of number of installations. According to data collected by Mixpanel, iOS 12 is installed on 52% of the active devices, while the older iOS 11 has dropped to 41%. iOS 12 first overtook iOS 11 last week, and for just a few days the install base of the new OS version grew rapidly. Apple started rolling out the update on September 17, which means that the two-week adoption rate is pretty good. Apple is enjoying higher adoption rate[…]

Apple releases iOS 12.1 Beta to fix the charging bug

October 4, 2018 diyan iOS

The company is testing a first update patch for iOS 12. Last week we informed you about a strange bug in the official iOS 12 update, appearing randomly for the new iPhone Xs and Xs Max, as well as other iPhone and iPad models. The bug was that the device would not start charging when the screen is turned off, so the user had to disconnect and reconnect the cable. The company is now releasing iOS 12.1 Beta for users in the public testing channel, and we can confirm that the charging bug has been fixed in this beta. Previously[…]

First beta of iOS 12.1 re-enables Group FaceTime for public testers

September 24, 2018 diyan iOS

Apple rolls out the first beta of iOS 12.1 update. A week after Cupertino released the official iOS 12 update to eligible iPhones like iPhone 5S and newer, the company is ready to offer the first minor update for iOS 12. Beta 1 is available through the public beta testing program, re-introducing the Group FaceTime feature, but also bringing some under the hood improvements and fixes. iOS 12.1 Beta 1 would allow you to chat with up to 32 contacts at once. This feature was first introduced earlier this year in beta versions of iOS12, but it was pulled later[…]

iOS 12 is now officially available, even for iPhone 5S

September 18, 2018 diyan iOS, News

You can install and the new iOS version – iOS 12 Apple is now rolling out the official update to everyone with supported iPhones and iPads. After months in testing and many beta versions, the new version of the platform is ready to hit the general public. Available even for the 5-years old iPhone 5S, iOS 12 promises major performance improvements for everyone. It’s a completely revamped platform in its core, promising faster boot and more responsive experience for older iPhone models like iPhone 5S. You can expect faster app launches, faster resuming and more fluid overall experience. There are[…]

App Lifecycle – Phases of iOS Application Development

September 13, 2018 diyan Apps, iOS

It is no longer an arduous task to create a mobile app. Thousands of apps are uploaded on both the Android and IOS app stores regularly but to create an app that renders successful results requires extensive research, planning and collaboration between the developer and the client. The advantage of having a mobile app is not only to extend business propositions but it also offers several benefits such as brand marketing, generating sales and improves user retention rate across the globe. With the advent of mobile app technology, most of our tangible commitments and obligations have become simpler. Connecting to[…]

iOS 12 advances to a fifth Beta version

July 31, 2018 diyan iOS

Apple keeps polishing the OS before the roll-out in September. Developers and public beta testers can now download the new beta version of iOS 12 as an OTA update or from the Developer center. iOS12 Beta V brings further improvements and fixes over the release from last month. With iOS 12, Apple internally revamps the operating system to make it even faster on older iPhones and iPads. According to the company, improvements should be noticed even on iPhone 5S, which is indeed a 5 year’s old device. There are many small new features here and there in the OS, like[…]

iOS 12: cool new features coming to iPhone

June 14, 2018 diyan iOS, iPhone, News

Here’s what’s new in the iOS 12 update in 2018. Apple’s officially unveiled its major iOS update planned for Autumn 2018. iOS 12 will be coming to a wide range of devices, including iPhone 5S that is almost 5-year old, promising faster app boot and improved performance even on old hardware. Like previously expected, Apple will focus on performance in this update, but there will be many new features here and there. In this article you can read about the best new things coming to iPhone and iPad in 2018. Notification groups Finally, iOS 12 can group the notifications in[…]

iOS 12 update coming to the 5-year old iPhone 5S

June 5, 2018 diyan iOS, News

Apple announced the next iOS update coming fall 2018 Apple unveiled at the WWDC18 conference this week the next major iOS update – iOS 12. The update will focus on improvements and performance, although there will be many small new features and changes here and there. The company says that iOS 12 will make the older devices faster – they will start apps 40% faster than before. The keyboard will pop-up 50% faster, while the camera may start 70% faster, which is indeed amazing. The good news is that you don’t have to buy a new iPhone to experience iOS[…]

iOS update fixes the unresponsive screen after a replacement

April 25, 2018 diyan iOS

Apple releases iOS 11.3.1 to the general public. Earlier this month, we informed you about the bug experienced by users who decided to replace their iPhone 8’s screen in a third-party service provider. The bug was that the touchscreen became fully unresponsive, which was because Apple intentionally or not, disabled the touch screen functionality if the display had been replaced by a third-party company. Now, the iOS 11.3.1 update fixes this issue for iPhone 8 owners. The company is rolling out the update for everyone, so make sure you’ve headed to the Settings to scan for updates. New features and[…]

Wi-Fi Calling: How to set it up on iPhone or iPad

April 10, 2018 diyan How to, iOS

Make free calls thanks to Wi-Fi Calling. A feature hidden in Settings → Phone, would allow you to call any number from home country for free, providing that you’ve enabled Wi-Fi Calling on your device, and connected to a Wi-Fi Network. This feature works on three carriers in the United States – Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile. Here is how to make phone calls without a cellular connection: Enable Wi-Fi Calling on your device. Go to the Settings App and Tap ‘Phone‘ → WiFi Calling. If you have an Apple Watch, the feature will automatically enable on the smartwatch. You may[…]