Apple is improving iPhone security and privacy with iOS 18. One of the valuable new features is the ability to require Face ID for individual apps as well as putting them in a hidden folder. Read along for how to lock and hide apps on iPhone in iOS 18.
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Verizon Business Complete launches as an end-to-end smartphone management solution
Verizon is out today with a new offering for business and enterprise customers who would like a comprehensive smartphone solution. In a single program, Verizon Business Complete includes purchasing, setup, mobile device management (MDM), 24/7 support, repair/replacement, and 24-month upgrades.
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Following up on advanced sharing options landing for Proton Drive last week, the company is out with its latest update today for iOS users. Its end-to-end encrypted Proton Drive app for iPhone now offers automatic photo and video backup to securely store and protect your most important memories.
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When unveiling its upcoming AI features at WWDC, Apple demoed a number of ways it will be useful and powerful. But what use cases will Apple Intelligence be most helpful? A new report from CIRP looks to answer that question.
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Along with letting users customize app colors, organize them anywhere, and more natively, iOS 18 brings a subtle new feature that cleans up the Home Screen. Here’s how to hide app names on iPhone in iOS 18.
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iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro are Apple’s latest and greatest devices. While the iPhone 15 Pro is naturally more feature-rich and powerful, it may be overkill for many. And the iPhone 15 has gained pro features of its own this year like the Dynamic Island, 48MP main camera, and more. Follow along for a deep dive into the iPhone 15 vs 15 Pro for all the differences and advice on which to buy for yourself or someone else.
Update June 2024: During the announcement of Apple Intelligence, we learned the new AI features will only be available with iPhone 15 Pro/Max and later. That marks a major new distinction between Apple’s smartphones.
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Want to install iOS 18 this summer but not ready to spring for the developer beta? Apple shared the iOS 18 public beta will arrive in July, but when exactly? Here’s when to expect the iOS 18 public beta release date.
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Apple’s Notes and Voice Memos apps gain the handy feature of live audio transcription in iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia. Join along for a look at how to use audio transcription in iOS 18 including search, export, and more.
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Expand Expanding CloseBest USB-C and Thunderbolt displays for Mac [June]
USB-C/Thunderbolt display options have really expanded over the last couple of years. While Apple’s Pro Display XDR isn’t the best fit for most Mac users at $5,000+, it also offers the more affordable Studio Display. But there are also lots of solid choices from LG, Samsung, BenQ, and more. Here are the best USB-C/Thunderbolt displays with many available in the $400-$1,600 range.
Update 6/17/24: Samsung is running a limited-time promo with 38% off the 5K ViewFinity S9.
Expand Expanding CloseiPhone 15 Pro Max Neural Engine up to 25% faster with iOS 18 in early benchmarks
We learned that Apple Intelligence will require an A17 Pro chip or later at WWDC last week. And now that the iOS 18 beta is out in the wild, we’re seeing the first benchmarks for performance on the iPhone 15 Pro/Max. The new software significantly boosts Neural Engine performance with the iPhone 15 Pro Max being up to 25% faster for machine learning tasks.
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Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added almost every week with over 200 games now in the library. Follow along with our guide on all the available Apple Arcade games plus the latest releases.
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Apple Maps is upgraded with topographic hiking trails in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, and macOS Sequoia. The feature offers detailed planning and guidance for custom hikes, the ability to save the maps offline, elevation details, and more. Here’s how to use Apple Maps topographic hiking trails.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s how to use automatic window tiling in macOS Sequoia including keyboard shortcuts
macOS Sequoia comes with a simple but very useful new native tool: automatic window tiling. The new feature can be invoked in several different ways and comes with keyboard shortcuts. Here’s how to use automatic window tiling in macOS Sequoia.
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Expand Expanding CloseHere’s how to turn on iPhone Eye Tracking in iOS 18
iOS 18 includes several new accessibility features for iPhone with the headlining one being the ability to control the smartphone with just your eyes. Whether you have an accessibility need or just want to tinker with the new feature, here’s how to turn on iPhone Eye Tracking in iOS 18.
Expand Expanding CloseProton Drive gets advanced sharing options built on end-to-end encryption
Proton is out today with upgrades for its sharing capabilities that offer an improved experience while maintaining high security standards. Here’s what’s new.
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Apple brings a range of new features to the Messages app with iOS 18. One of those is the handy capability to schedule messages to Send Later. Here’s how the feature works, where to find it, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseA17 Pro vs A16 Bionic: How speed, efficiency, and capability compare [U: Apple Intelligence]
Apple’s most powerful smartphone chip is the A17 Pro. But how much different is it compared to the A16 Bionic for speed, efficiency, and capabilities? Read along for an in-depth A17 Pro vs A16 Bionic comparison.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s how the upgraded iPhone flashlight works in iOS 18
Apple is known for its impressive attention to detail and a simple but important iPhone feature has received some of that love. Here’s how the all-new iPhone flashlight in iOS 18 works with the Dynamic Island and new functionality.
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iOS 18 brings a major update to Control Center that expands both capabilities and customization. The quick access controls go from a single page to multiple ones that you can smoothly slide through, third-party integration, and more. Here’s how to customize and use Control Center in iOS 18.
Expand Expanding CloseApple highlights 18 top features from WWDC in 3 minutes [Video]
Apple’s upcoming software releases include hundreds of new features and changes and following the WWDC keynote, the company has recapped 18 of the biggest ones. Check out the 3-minute “18 Things” video along with the official recap of “Apple Intelligence in 5 minutes”.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to change iPhone app colors and theme in iOS 18
For more than a decade, it’s taken jailbreaking or other workarounds to customize iPhone apps with a unique look. Now, iOS 18 includes the ability to change iPhone app colors and more natively. Here’s how it works.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s a look at the revamped Settings app in iOS 18
iPhone Settings has become busier and busier over the years and iOS 18 looks to solve that with a redesign. It keeps the main attributes of the historical UI, but the new Settings in iOS 18 offers a reorganized and simplified experience with improved search.
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The iOS 18 beta is officially here for developers (for free). Like last year, it’s super simple to install the software thanks to a toggle in your iPhone settings. Follow along for how to install iOS 18 beta, as well as some tips and tricks.
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