We finally have the winner of our iPhone 16 Pro international giveaway! Congratulations to Oliver T., and a huge thank you to everyone who participated.
iOS 14.6 Tells Apple Watch Series 3 Users to Restore Device Prior to Updating watchOS
iOS 14.6 is prompting some users to restore their Apple Watch before trying to install the latest version of watchOS 7. The problem is related to the GPS version of the Series 3 as it has just 8GB of internal storage, 9to5 Mac reported.
With the latest versions of iOS and watchOS, Apple seems to have given up trying to force users to delete apps and media manually, which almost never solves the problem. As shown by a 9to5Mac reader on Twitter… iOS 14.6 simply asks the user to unpair and restore the Apple Watch Series 3 in order to install watchOS updates… Previously, the message only recommended that the user should delete some content before trying to install the update again.
How Ad Agencies Are Helping Clients Navigate iOS 14.5 and App Tracking Transparency
iOS 14.5, including App Tracking Transparency, arrived almost a month ago. The Drum spoke to key figures in the advertising industry to get their take and see how they are helping their clients navigate the changes. (A recent episode of Media+ also explored this topic.)
Tim Maleeny, president and chief strategy officer, Havas: A fair exchange for first-party data in return for a better user experience, access to valuable content or discounts is a much more honest relationship with your customers than harvesting their data without their knowledge. There are many ways to track ecosystem data to approximate a target audience’s online habits, but taking the more meaningful approach of an open exchange – in other words, placing a value on customers’ data – is where this is all headed.
SurfShark VPN 2-Year Subscription: $42.74
We have a deal on a 2-year subscription to SurfShark VPN for Memorial Day. This service features unlimited data, military-grade AES-256-GCM encryption, and IKEv2 and OpenVPN protocols. The company also has a no logging policy. Two years with SurfShark is $42.74 through our Memorial Day sale.
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DHS Releases Cybersecurity Rules for Pipeline Operators
Today, the Department of Homeland Security’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced a Security Directive for critical pipeline companies.
The Security Directive will require critical pipeline owners and operators to report confirmed and potential cybersecurity incidents to the DHS Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and to designate a Cybersecurity Coordinator, to be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
It will also require critical pipeline owners and operators to review their current practices as well as to identify any gaps and related remediation measures to address cyber-related risks and report the results to TSA and CISA within 30 days.
Get a Free Apple Watch When You Buy a 2022 Kia EV6 First Edition
The first 1,500 sales of the 2022 Kia EV6 First Edition will come with a free Apple Watch. If you already have one there are other gifts.
Daytime Emmy Awards 2021: Apple TV+ Shows 'Ghostwriter' And 'Helpsters' Earn Nominations
Apple TV+ shows ‘Helpsters’ and ‘Ghostwriter’ have been nominated for Daytime Emmy Awards, with the 2021 ceremony airing June 25 on CBS.
PIVOT! PopSockets Selling Friends Reunion PopGrips
The Friends Reunion is finally here, and to celebrate PopSockets has a range of PopGrips inspired by the show.
Sony to Bring PlayStation Games to Mobile in Future
Sony announced plans to bring some of its “iconic IP” to mobile devices during its current fiscal year, which runs until March 2022.
New Orlando iPad Case For Kids From Gear4
Gear4 unveiled its new Orlando iPad case for kids on Thursday. It works with the 10.2-inch (7th, 8th gen) models and is durable and lightweight with an adjustable arm. This means the tablet can be propped up or even secured around a headrest in a car. The Orlando costs €39.99 (US$48.75) or £39.99 (US$56.70) and is available via zagg.com.
iPhones Large and Small – TMO Daily Observations 2021-05-27
Dr. Mac joins Kelly for Thursdays with Bob, for a discussion of the differences and similarities between the largest and smallest iPhone 12.
Facebook Can Get Location Data From Your Photos
iOS users can limit their location exposure to apps that ask for it, but your location is leaking in another area: Your photo metadata.
I took a photo with my iPhone and then uploaded that to my Facebook account. I used Facebook’s app on my iPhone, the same app that has been told “never” to access my location, the same account that knows I have this switched off. But Facebook still collects the location tag from that photo, along with my IP address.
It’s important to note that Facebook and other companies have had this ability for years. This is not, as the Forbes article implies, a response to iOS 14.5 App Tracking Transparency. The app I use to view and edit metadata is Metapho.
The Apple vs Epic Games Trial is Over. For Now...
As the dust settles following Apple and Epic Games’ court battle, it’s worth remembering quite how significant the consequences could be.
iPhone 12 Pro Max vs. iPhone 12 mini (Conclusion)
Dr. Mac finishes weighing the iPhone 12 Pro Max vs. the iPhone 12 mini, and offers his thoughts on which one he’d choose if he was upgrading his iPhone X today.
Nimble Launches Eco-Friendly Wireless Chargers WIth Recycled Materials
On Thursday, accessory maker Nimble has launched eco-friendly wireless chargers made with recycled plastic and silicone.
Official Trailer for 'Physical', Coming to Apple TV+ June 18
The official trailer for Physical was released Thursday. Starring Rose Byrne, the series tells the tale of a quietly tormented housewife in 1980s San Diego, who changes her life when she discovers aerobics. It will premiere on Apple TV+ on June 18.
LeBron James Shares Pictures of Unreleased Beats Studio Buds
LeBron James posted pictures of himself wearing unreleased Beats Studio Buds on Instagram, seemingly confirming their imminent arrival.
WebKit Flaw Crashes Safari, Could Lead to Further Exploits
A WebKit flaw on iOS and macOS can cause Safari to crash and could lead to further malicious attacks.
The vulnerability stems from what security researchers call a type confusion bug in the WebKit implementation of AudioWorklet, an interface that allows developers to control, manipulate, render, and output audio and decrease latency. Exploiting the vulnerability gives an attacker the basic building blocks to remotely execute malicious code on affected devices.
Author Stephen King Explains 'Lisey's Story', Coming to Apple TV+
In a new video, Stephen King explains why Lisey’s Story is so personally important to him and why it’s his “favorite”. The author is an executive producer on the Apple TV+ adaption of his novel. The show id produced by J.J. Abrams and stars Julianne Moore and Clive Owen. It will premiere on June 4.
1Password Browser Extension Now Supports Touch ID, Windows Hello
AgileBits announced on Wednesday that its 1Password browser extension supports biometric unlocking for Touch ID and others.
Clarifying Apple Lossless Audio – TMO Daily Observations 2021-05-26
Charlotte Henry and Dave Hamilton join host Kelly Guimont to sort through the scenarios where Apple’s new lossless audio will and won’t work.
Zoom Announces Support for 2021 iPad Pro ‘Center Stage’
On Wednesday Zoom announced that its app will add support for the 2021 iPad Pro’s Center Stage feature that uses the device’s wide angle camera.
Work from Home Kit with Telescopic Phone Stand, Smart Lens, Light Set: $99.99
We have a deal on the Work from Home Kit, which includes a telescopic phone stand, the Smart Lens, and a light set. The wide-angle lens clicks onto your phone or laptop, providing a 160º angle to capture more than your face. The smart light gives you studio-quality lighting to look great and keep your colleagues focused on what you have to say. The Work from Home Kit is $99.99 through our deal.
Apple Shares Entrepreneur Camp Participants' Inspiring Stories
Apple runs an Entrepreneur Camp in which participants are supported to develop and create new products. It shared the story of some of those involved in the program (pictured above).
Hopscotch founder Samantha John wanted to create an app that ignited the imaginations of young girl coders. Hopscotch is a code-learning app that enables kids to learn to think creatively and learn the fundamentals of code by building their own games, art, and stories. Kids and teens can publish their creations to Hopscotch’s fully moderated community where they can can play and learn together. John first learned the power of code through her coursework in college, but she noticed that a lot of her male friends had learned coding much earlier. “I wanted to make something for little me!” says John. “All my male coder friends had learned when they were kids, and it had not been something on my radar. I wanted to change that for the next generation.”
Get 20 Percent Off Nomad Accessories For Apple Devices
Nomad makes a variety of accessories for Apple devices – including AirTags and AirPods. It is part of the Mission Brand Alliance a group of companies that have come together to push forward social justice causes. As part of a summer sale from the Alliance, Nomad is offering a 20 percent discount on its products with the code MISSIONBRAND.