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Apple working on new iPads We previously reported about the possible new iPad Mini coming out later this year. Based on the Bloomberg post, we told you how Apple was planning to upgrade the iPad Mini line by introducing slimmer bezels and other hardware changes. Now, 9to5 Mac reveals even more from their own sources. The first upgrade of iPad Mini since 2019 is coming out with the new A15 processor – the same Apple will use for the new iPhones in 2021. The CPU[…]
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Google updates the Chrome browser for iOS Google has started rolling out an update to its iOS app, both via the App store or its own servers. The server-side update unlocks most of the new capabilities, but as it’s coming out in stages, you may not see them just yet. Meanwhile, you can grab the Store update right now. Here’s what’s been changed: Chrome 92 for iOS now supports full-page screenshots. It appears as a Tab on the top right after taking a regular screenshot and[…]
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How to create a custom Focus With iOS 15, Apple is introducing the Focus feature, allowing you to reduce distraction and focus on one thing. iOS 15 Focus basically will mute or filter notifications based on the pre-loaded or your own Focus setup. Keep in mind that the feature works across all your connected devices. Turn on Focus From Control Center, tap on Focus and then enable the Focus you prefer. Choose between 1 hour, Until this evening, or Until I leave this location. Just tap on[…]
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HiFi subscription is coming soon Spotify is working on many new features for its streaming service, in attempts to further boost its lead ahead of rivaling apps such as Apple Music and Deezer. According to information from several sources, Spotify is about to enter the music event business. The Swedish company is exploring ways to host virtual live events, in a move that could greatly improve both the relationships with musicians and the revenues. The company already tried virtual concerts this year, selling tickets for $15. Spotify[…]
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Updates for Safari, Shortcuts app, Focus mode, other features unveiled Apple made the first beta of macOS Monterey available for public testers, allowing them to try out many new features and improvements, some of them specific to the M1 Macs. The new version of the desktop operating system was introduced at the developer conference in June, while the official launch will be sometime later this year. Here are the most important new features: Shortcuts: this app should take the productivity to a higher level. According to Cupertino, Shortcuts for macOS[…]
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First public beta of iOS15 available to download Apple has just unleashed the first public beta of iOS 15 for everyone on the public beta testing program. You can join and install iOS 15 Beta from this website [Apple Beta Software Program] . As a member of the program, you will be able to enroll your iPhone to access the beta release and test the latest features, report bugs and send feedback using the Feedback app. Apple officially introduced iOS 15 a month ago, taking[…]
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Update for YouTube enables PiP functionality Users on iOS have been struggling to watch YouTube videos in picture-in-picture mode for ages, trying different workarounds to enable the functionality on their devices. The good news is that Google is finally ready to update YouTube on iOS with PiP support. The feature is currently live for some premium YouTube subscribers in the United States, but picture-in-picture mode should gradually reach all users in the coming days. Google has confirmed in a statement that the wider release is happening very soon, contrary[…]
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iPhone 13 won’t offer major design changes Apple’s biggest contract manufacturers, such as TSMC, are currently ramping up production capacity to meet the demand for iPhone 13 components. Chip and component makers have set 30 to 40% higher targets for the next quarter, according to DigiTimes. Companies like Genesys Logic, TSMCand Parade Tech are important partners for Cupertino’s supply chain. Apple’s orders should peak in the fourth quarter of 2021, although the production is gradually ramping up from Q3. Cupertino is expected to announce the iPhone 13 line in[…]
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What are the Apple’s plans regarding Apple Watch for this year? According to Bloomberg’s report, Apple Watch is going to see its seventh generation, possessing more speed and hardware improvements, and the company is planning to add some new functionalities as well. The new generation will most likely be called Apple Watch Series 7 and it will have e a faster processor, an improved screen and better ultra-wideband functionality. The screen will have thinner bezels and a reduced space between the display and the front glass. The improved ultra-wideband functionality, alongside[…]
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In recent years Apple have been dominating the tablet market. This year, it looks like they will further strengthen their market position. The report presented by Counterpoint Research via wccftech shows that their share has grown to 37 percent in Q1 2021, as opposed to the same quarter in 2020 when it was 30%. According to the presented diagrams below, Samsung retains its second position, and their share is also growing. In Q1 2020 it was 16% while in Q1 2021 is 20%. The other conclusions that can be drawn from the presented results are[…]
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