Friday, September 30, 2016

Apple might pull this top performing sticker app for looking like actual iMessage chat bubbles

A top performing iOS app recently received a message from Apple saying that the app may be pulled out if it does not get the significant changes it needs. The Phoneys sticker pack app hit the #1 Top Paid spot in the iMessage App Store in no time. Despite its success, it is being threatened to be pulled out because it apparently violates Apple trademarks...

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iPhone 7 third-wave launch on October 14, then Oct 21 in South Korea

Apple Premium Reseller iStore has tweeted that the iPhone 7 will be coming to South Africa on October 14, their website, along with Apple's, now confirms the date. Alongside South Africa, the new iPhone will be launching in Macao, Macedonia, Malaysia, Montenegro, and Turkey. ET News also reports that the iPhone 7 is expected to launch in South Korea,...

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Apple Pay to launch in Taiwan’s four major banks later this year

A brief Digitimes report suggest that Apple Pay will be coming to Taiwan by the end of the year at the earliest. Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission has started accepting applications from banks for providing Apple Pay mobile payment services and Taiwan users will be able to apply for using Apply Pay at the end of 2016 at the earliest. In terms...

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Black hat security company raises bounty to $1.5M for iOS 10, says it’s ‘much harder to exploit’

While Apple touts iOS for being the most secure mobile operating system out there, black hat security company Zerodium has now increased its zero-day iOS 10 maximum bounty to $1.5M, $500K more than it was in iOS 9. For those out of the loop, a zero-day exploit or vulnerability is a breach in security that is found before the OS launches or is known in...

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Thursday, September 29, 2016

KGI: 2017 iPhone will likely have glass front and back, stainless steel on premium models

Respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities has released a new report further claiming that the 2017 iPhone will adopt an all glass front and back design, similar to the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4s. As the Jet Black iPhone 7 has proven to extremely popular, moving the phone to glass makes it less prone to scratches. The color even comes with a warning...

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Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Apple offering $100 credit for Search Ads

A number of changes to its App Store were introduced by Apple at the start of the year. One of these changes has just been included on the updates done on iOS 10. As first seen when the update went into beta mode, ads are now included in the search results. Now that iOS 10 has officially launched, the update has also been included on Search Ads. At the...

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MacBook Pro refreshed scheduled for late October

Earlier this month, Apple introduced the iPhone 7 and Apple Watch Series 2 during its September press event. Something that wasn't mentioned was any news on the Mac line or macOS, even. With the holiday season coming soon, MacBook Pros are expected to launch in late October, according to MacRumors. The report says Apple will launch its new MacBook Pro...

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Sketchy report says 2017 iPhone to be called iPhone 8

Apple's naming history would indicate that the 2017 iPhone will be dubbed iPhone 7s, considering this years iPhone was named iPhone 7, after all. Though all rumors point to a radical change for the 2017 model. For this reason, it would make sense for Apple to change its naming convention. Possible names range from iPhone 8, iPhone X (10th generation),...

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Report: Apple is increasing iPhone 7 component orders for Q4 2016

Digitimes reports that Apple is looking to increase its component orders for its iPhone 7 as it makes its way into Q4 2016. This implies that Apple expects high demand for the new iPhone as it is already struggling to keep up with demand, especially for the Jet Black model. The report says orders for the touch panels for the phone screen are up 20-30%...

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[Review] Leaf for Twitter: Beautifully designed, strong potential

Leaf's notification UI after sending a message. One of my favorite iOS designers has always been Surenix. In the past, he’s created Power for Apple Watch, and two jailbreak themes (Ayecon and Ayeris). Now, he’s teamed up with developer iPlop on a gorgeous new Twitter app for the iOS App Store, Leaf. The best way for me to review Leaf is to compare...

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Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Third-party manufacturers unveil new bands for the Apple Watch Series 2

Apple recently launched the Apple Watch Series 2 Hermès edition as part of its lineup of Watch devices. Following the launch, a couple of accessory manufacturers unveiled their latest products fully developed for the new Apple Watch. First on the list is Incase, which managed to create 12 new Apple Watch bands. These new bands come with the nylon...

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Apple seeds macOS 10.12.1 Sierra beta 2 to developers

Today Apple has seeded its second beta of macOS 10.12.1 to developers. We're unsure what's new in the beta but we'll keep you updated if we find more information. The update is currently available for only developers.  It's not recommended to install this beta unless you're an actual developer as there's no reverting back without data loss. Those...

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Video shows off in-screen fingerprint reader, potentially could be used by Apple in iPhone 8

The next iPhone has long been rumored to have an all-glass front in its 2017 revision, with the Home button and Touch ID sensor being built into the display itself. The solid state Home button in the iPhone 7 is more than likely a half-step leading in that direction. Chinese brand Xiaomi has launched new phones today that actually use a built-in...

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Apple Music execs talk exclusives, relationships with artists, and more

It's been a year and a few months since Apple launched Apple Music to the world, and while it wasn't a perfect year, there were some key moments thus far. Now, BuzzFeed News sat down with Apple execs Jimmy Iovine, Zane Lowe, and Bozoma Saint John to talk about their experiences within the first year. It starts off with Iovine talking about the goal for...

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Monday, September 26, 2016

Apple set date for Q4 2016 Earnings Results announcement

Earlier today, Apple gave its investor relations page an update. The update indicated its plans to announce its fourth fiscal quarter of 2016, or the third calendar quarter. The announcement is slated to take place on Thursday, October 27th. Many are already excited for the earnings report, especially since it will give a short look at how the public...

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Apple developing HealthKit extension with new Apple Watch sleep tracking and heart rate apps

Bloomberg reports that Apple is hard at work developing new sleep tracking and other fitness apps to take advantage of the Apple Watch's heart rate sensor. As it stands, the Apple Watch has no sort of first-party sleep analysis application and the new Heart Rate app found in watchOS 3 is limited in functionality. Bloomberg says Apple is working on a...

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KGI: Strong iPhone 7 Plus numbers, new color options isn’t enough

Well known Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has now noted that iPhone7 Plus shipments are doing better than expected, though iPhone 7 shipments are much lower than the iPhone 6s. Kuo says that one of the reasons behind the better numbers is due to the Galaxy Note 7's battery recall. Samsung's recall may have pushed some users to look elsewhere for a...

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Apple acknowledges iOS 10 iTunes backup are less secure than previously

iOS forensics company Elcomsoft has revealed that iOS backups via iTunes are much easer to crack with iOS 10 than with previous versions of iOS. The security hole seems to be due to a new password verification method in iOS 10. Apparently, in iOS 10, the OS "skips certain security checks" that were present on previous versions of iOS, which would allow...

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Friday, September 23, 2016

Apple adds second official online retailer to sell iPhone 7 in India

Apple is getting ready to launch the iPhone 7 in India next month. One of the ways it is preparing for the launch is by adding a new online retail partner for the device. The main reason for this is because the company still relies on third-party retailers so it can sell Apple products in the country. By adding Flipkart, Apple enters a Win-Win deal...

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iPhone 7 launches in an additional 30 countries, Apple Watch Series 2 in 20+, Hermès model now available

As promised, Apple today launched the iPhone 7 in an additional 30 countries around the world. In addition, the Apple Watch Series 1 and 2, and Apple Watch edition will be available in 20 more countries. While the Apple Watch Hermès will be available to purchase for the first time. The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will be available in 30 more...

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Apple releases iOS 10.0.2 to the public

With the official iOS 10 release (iOS 10.0.1) being out for a little over a week, Apple has now released iOS 10.0.2 to the public. According to Apple, this release fixes the Lightning audio issue that would prevent audio playback controls after five minutes of inactivity. Apple also notes that it fixes an issue with iCloud Photo Library force quitting...

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Apple device with Bluetooth and NFC goes through FCC

With the launch of the iPhone 7 and Apple Watch Series 2 behind us, a mysterious Apple wireless device has passed through the FCC and it doesn't appear to match any existing Apple product (via Consomac). The device's model number is A1844 and includes both a Bluetooth and NFC radio. In terms of power, it draws between 100mA and 700mA and between 5.5V...

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Bloomberg: Apple’s Amazon Echo competitor now being prototyped

The first tidbits about Apple's alleged Amazon Echo competitor were around the time of WWDC back in May. Then, the reports began to dwindle and we haven't heard much sense. Now, Bloomberg is reporting that the product is now in early prototyping stages and is being tested outside of Apple's labs. The report says work on the product began over two...

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Apple Watch Series 2 Hermès video ad shared ahead release

Earlier, 9to5Mac spotted a very colorful 30-second video clip. The overall theme of the ad are the hands of a model, as they pick out fruit, spool yarn, contort into shadow puppets, hold birds, and even just doing nothing except to show the paint. And as it turns out, the ad is really for the Apple Watch Series 2 Hermès model. initially, the ad was set to...

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Wednesday, September 21, 2016

Apple seeds tvOS 10.1 beta 1 to developers

Alongside various other betas, today Apple seeds its first tvOS 10 beta to developers. We're not sure what's new in tvOS 10.1 but we'll keep the post updated if any notable changes are found. It's highly not recommended to run this beta as it may cause problems with your Apple TV down the road. However, to proceed: head to Apple's Developer portal...

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Apple seeds its first macOS 10.12.1 beta to developers

Today Apple has seeded its first beta of macOS 10.12.1 to developers. Just like all of the other betas coming out today, we're unsure what's new in the beta but we'll keep you updated if we find more information The update is currently available for only developers.  It's not recommended to install this beta unless you're an actual developer as...

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Apple seeds its first watchOS 3.1 beta to developers

Alongside various other betas, Apple is chugging along now releasing watchOS 3.1 beta 1 to developers. We're unsure at the moment what's new in the beta but we'll update this post with new information when available. If you're a developer and want to get it yourself, you can get it from the Developer Portal. If you're already on the beta, go ahead...

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Apple seeds first iOS 10.1 beta to developers

A little over a week since iOS 10 was released to the public, Apple is now seeding its first major update to iOS 10, iOS 10.1, to developers. iOS 10.1 beta 1 is now available for download via Apple's Developer Center. The beta is currently strictly available to developers and we're not sure if a public beta will be available. It is highly...

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Apple reportedly looking to acquire supercar manufacturer McLaren

The Financial Times reports that Apple is looking to acquire McLaren, known for its supercars, to help aid in its own long-rumored Apple Car. Apparently, Apple has been considering the acquisition for a few months now. Apple may be interested in McLaren's expertise and talent regarding car materials and "on board computer systems." The report says an...

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Apple Watch continues to be number one smartwatch despite sales slump

The Apple Watch continues to be the number one smartwatch in the world, even while the growth has begun to slow, reports Kantar via 9to5Mac. The data is based off of sales numbers from July so it pre-dates the launch of Apple Watch Series 2. Apple continues to dominate this segment with a 33.5% share, although that lead shrank slightly in the last three...

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Report shows Apple Music helping reshape music industry

The music industry has continuously been evolving for quite some time now. In particular, not everyone has accustomed to the idea of streaming music. There are still a number of artists who have refuse to join the bandwagon of music streaming but opt for releasing their music through albums. A recent update from the Recording Industry Association of...

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Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Apple adds an additional 30+ banks and credit unions to Apple Pay after macOS Sierra launch

A little over two years later, Apple Pay is still adding more banks and credit unions across the world. This latest update specifically adds new partners in the United States. Here's the list: Advantis Credit Union Bank Iowa Bank of the James Basile State Bank BloomBank Cedar Point Federal Credit Union Cincinnati Ohio Police Federal...

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Apple releases macOS 10.12 Sierra to the public

Just a week after Apple has released iOS 10, tvOS 10, and watchOS 3 to the public, the company has now released macOS 10.12 Sierra to the public. The major update includes Auto Unlock via Apple Watch, Apple Pay on the web, and Siri has finally made its way to the Mac. The update can be downloaded via the Mac App Store or via the Apple > App Store...

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YouTube doctor will ‘prescribe’ Watch apps to patients, hired by Apple

Canadian Dr. Mike Evans, owner of YouTube channel DocMikeEvans, from a Toronto teaching hospital, has been hired by Apple. His goal is to better educate the public about health matters. “I’m very excited for Dr. Mike that he will be able to use his multiple talents to impact an even bigger worldwide audience,” said Dr. Arthur S. Slutsky,...

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iPhone 7 Home button and camera lens are covered in sapphire glass amid rumors

There have been reports circulating the internet that the Home button and camera lens on the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus do not use sapphire crystal to protect its Touch ID sensor. Many of these reports led people to worry about their new iPhone devices, especially since these typically cost a lot of money. According to iDownloadblog, however, there is no...

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Monday, September 19, 2016

Fix is coming for Lightning headphone bug preventing users from controlling playback

Some have noticed that after a certain amount of time, their Lightning-enabled headphones will no longer respond to playback controls. Apple says it's aware of the issue and is now working on a fix. Essentially what happens is if your Lightning-enabled headphones are plugged in while the phone is asleep for more than five minutes without audio playing,...

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iPhone 7 named ‘best LCD display ever’ with record breaking color accuracy, brightness, and more

In a new in-depth analysis from DisplayMate, the iPhone 7 has the 'best LCD display ever', breaking many records in key areas making it one of the best performing displays DisplayMate has ever tested. The analysis found that the iPhone 7 has the highest contrast ratio for an IPS LCD display, with record breaking low screen reflectance on a smartphone,...

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Apple investigating issue where certain iPhone 7 models are experiencing issues with Airplane Mode

According to internal documents discovered by MacRumors, some iPhone 7 models are not firing up the radio when Airplane mode is disabled. The feature is designed to disable all radios within the phone when switched on and re-enable all radios when switched back off. An iPhone 7 owner posted a video showing that his iPhone 7 is not regaining cellular...

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Bloomberg: Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 released early due to ‘dull’ iPhone 7

Apparently, the cause of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 explosions and fires that forced the company to recall all 2.5 million devices sold was due to a rumor that the iPhone 7 was going to be a 'dull' upgrade, according to Bloomberg. The source says Samsung saw an opportunity and pushed the device for an early release ahead of schedule. The top brass at...

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Sunday, September 18, 2016

James Corden stars in new Apple Music ad with Eddy Cue, Jimmy Iovine, and Bozoma Saint John

During the Emmys tonight, a new Apple Music commercial aired with a new approach to show off the music streaming service. The 2-minute clip stars James Corden best known for hosting the Late Late Show, paired with Apple execs Jimmy Iovine, Eddy Cue, and Bozoma Saint John. Taking a new comical approach, the commercial depicts Corden pitching a plethora...

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Apple publishes new ‘Midnight’, ‘Go Time’, and ‘Morning Ride’ iPhone 7 and Apple Watch Series 2 ads

Following an odd iPhone 7 ad from Apple earlier this week, the company has now released tow ads for the new phone and the Apple Watch Series 2. The two iPhone 7 ads focuses on the new water-reistiance rating in the device, as well as it's new camera capabilities in low-light. While the Apple Watch Series 2 ad continues Apple's fitness goal. The first...

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Friday, September 16, 2016

Mujjo to unveil new line of leather cases for iPhone 7/7 Plus

It's only been a week since Apple announced their latest smartphone models-- the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 7 Plus yet a lot of people have already pre-ordered their device. Some are even expecting their device to arrive some time today or over the next few days. If you're one of those who are waiting to get your hands on your iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus,...

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iPhone 7 Home button now requires skin contact to work

iPhone 7 and 7 Plus users are discovering that their Home buttons may be rendered useless come wintertime (via Daring Fireball). The new "solid-state" Home button found in the new iPhone 7 and 7 Plus appears to require skin contact to function. As the season gets colder, and as people put gloves on, users will quickly realize that attempting to unlock...

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Thursday, September 15, 2016

iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus pre-orders are beginning to arrive to customers in New Zealand

Due to time zone differences, Apple customers in Australia and New Zealand are beginning to receive their iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus'. It's roughly 9:00 AM in New Zealand right now, so customers who pre-ordered an iPhone 7, 7 Plus, or an Apple Watch Series 2 have begun receiving their devices and are sharing photos of them on social media. Australian...

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The iPhone 7 Smart Battery Case has a 26% larger battery than the iPhone 6s version

As customers around the world begin to receive their iPhone 7 Smart Battery Case, it's now confirmed that the battery is rated at 2,365 mAh, which makes it 26% larger than the iPhone 6s Smart Battery Case at 1,877 mAh. Apple says the iPhone 7 Smart Battery Case at 100% will provide 26 hours of talk time, 22 hours of internet use on LTE, and up to 24...

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Apple: No iPhone 7 Plus, no Jet Black iPhone 7 on launch day

Unfortunately, Apple has come out today and has said that it won't have any iPhone 7 Plus models, and no iPhone 7 in Jet Black available for launch day at its Apple Retail locations. This is due to the models being sold out during pre-orders. The company has also noted that it will have 'limited quantities' of other finishes for the 4.7-inch iPhone 7...

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Apple says it has no interest in buying Tidal music streaming service

There have been several rumors in the past that suggest Apple is looking to buy Jay-Z owned music streaming service, Tidal. Nearly three months after speculation began, Apple has commented on the rumors in an interview with BuzzFeed News, denying it has any interest in the company. Apple Music leader Jimmy Iovine has indirectly denied that it has any...

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Apple sends survey to customers regarding headphone jack on MacBook Pro

The most controversial feature about the iPhone 7 is the lack of a headphone jack. Now, it appears that Apple may be preparing a MacBook Pro without it and many other standard ports as the company is asking users about what ports they use on it. So it may be a possibility that Apple will kill it on its MacBook Pros as well.. Shared via MacRumors,...

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Wednesday, September 14, 2016

iPhone 7 lines start to get long ahead of launch on Friday

With under two days to go until the iPhone 7 officially becomes available to the public, customers are beginning to line up outside of Apple retail locations all around the world. The Apple 5th Avenue location in New York, one of Apple's flagship locations, has people who have been waiting days in advanced with folding chairs, small one-person tents,...

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Apple adds more stock for iPhone Upgrade Program customers looking to get iPhone 7, no stock for walk-ins

With complaints from customers having issues with iPhone 7 availability through Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program, Apple has started informing customers that it's adding more reservation times for in-store pickup this Friday. In an email sent to customers on the iPhone Upgrade Program, Apple says "we've added more reservation times for Friday, September...

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