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iOS 16 Developer Beta 1 Hands-on: Meaningful improvements across the board
iOS 16 has a bunch of changes, and these are some of the best and biggest that we've spotted so far in the Developer Beta 1. Read on!
I have a lot of problems with iOS as an operating system, but I'm also a pretty big fan of my iPhone 13 Pro. While the software isn't perfect, I like it overall, and Apple has been rolling out improvements to it over the years. There are a lot of features I really wish it had, but there are also some things it does do better than Android, and even more of those have been brought in with the release of iOS 16.
Apple Mail catches up with other clients, brings undo send and more
Apple Mail on iOS 16 and macOS Ventura gets plenty of new features, including an undo send button, scheduling, and more.
The Apple Mail app is notorious for being too basic -- even on the Mac. When compared to other third-party clients, the app feels limited. It doesn't include all of the features a person would need during their workflow. This urges some Pro users to depend on other apps and services to get their email itches scratched.
Your iPhone can now be a webcam for your Mac
Mac users can now use an iPhone as a webcam, thanks to iOS 16 and macOS Ventura. This feature requires no setup whatsoever.
Apple has just announced during its Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) that it is introducing a new integration between a Mac and an iPhone. macOS Ventura and iOS 16 will allow users to utilize an iPhone as a webcam for a Mac. This addition works seamlessly and requires no setup -- as you'd expect Apple features to work in general.
The next generation of CarPlay likely shows the future Apple Car experience
Apple has previewed the upcoming version of CarPlay, which includes a futuristic user interface and better control over the car's hardware.
Apple has previewed the upcoming version of CarPlay included in iOS 16. The new CarPlay user interface includes a more futuristic design that includes richer data regarding your ride. Additionally, you can now control car toggles without leaving the CarPlay view. This allows users to better adjust their car settings without leaving the immersive UI of CarPlay.
Apple brings Material You to the iOS 16 Lock Screen
Apple has just revealed ios 16. It introduces a redesigned Lock Screen with a revamped notifications system and much more.
Apple has just revealed a preview of iOS 16 during WWDC 2022. Notably, this release introduces a redesigned Lock Screen that allows users to customize its font, colors, and more. The new view is highly customizable and brings revamped notifications. The new Lock Screen also brings support for widgets -- allowing users to quickly glance at relevant information. These widgets include upcoming calendar events, weather conditions, and much, much more.
The Apple Store is down, which could mean new hardware later today!
The Apple Store has gone down hours before WWDC 2022. This makes us believe that the company will be revealing new hardware during the event.
We're used to seeing the online Apple Store going offline a few hours before a certain hardware-focused event. This is usually to prepare for the new iPhones, iPads, or Macs the company is adding to its digital store. However, Apple typically keeps its store online during its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). That's because it doesn't usually launch new devices during this event. Surprise, surprise -- the Apple Store is currently down for the first time in years during a WWDC. This could verify the rumors pointing at new hardware launches later today.
Here’s how you can watch Apple's WWDC 2022 live
WWDC 2022 goes live in just a few hours! Here's how and when to watch this highly-anticipated, software-focused Apple event.
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2022 goes live in just a few hours! We're super excited, and -- since you're reading this -- we assume that you are too! There's A LOT to look forward to, particularly this year. We've heard many rumors regarding Apple's upcoming set of software updates. And based on these whispers, it sounds like WWDC22 is going to blow us away. Whether you're anticipating iOS 16, iPadOS 16, macOS 13, watchOS 9, or all of them -- you must be wondering how and when you can watch this software-focused event. Obviously, just like previous years, the event will be free to watch for all. You can stream it live as it happens, and you can access it later on through the on-demand public record.
Here's why I'm super excited for this year's WWDC
The Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is upon us! Here's why I'm very hyped to attend this annual, virtual event.
The Apple Worldwide Developers Conference is upon us, and words hardly express how hyped I am. For those unfamiliar with WWDC, it's an annual, software-focused event by Apple. The Cupertino tech giant used to invite developers and press members to attend it in person. However, the company switched to the virtual format during the pandemic. For general WWDC fans around the world, the shift hasn't made much of a difference -- since they've been watching it online anyway. Developers and the press no longer get to socialize and connect in person, though, until this pandemic passes. The switch to an online-only event has also given Apple the opportunity to develop movie-like keynotes with special effects. These productions contribute to the dramatic effect and ensure no hiccups occur during the presentations. We're expecting iOS 16, macOS 13, and more OS betas during WWDC22. However, my excitement isn't just because of that.
EU lawmakers to meet this month to USB-C everything, including iPhones
EU lawmakers could force all mobile device manufacturers, including Apple, to adopt USB-C ports for charging later this month.
We've been hearing about EU lawmakers potentially forcing all mobile device manufacturers to adopt the USB-C charging port for a while now. If passed, this law would ensure that all phones, tablets, and headphones sold in Europe have a USB-C port for charging. This change would both reduce e-waste and make people's lives easier. We're halfway through 2022, and we still have to carry various cables for charging different devices. Fortunately for users, it seems that we're inching closer towards a world where USB-C is the universal charging standard. EU countries and EU lawmakers could agree on enforcing a single charging port across all mobile devices next week.
WhatsApp Desktop Beta introduces a filter for unread chats
WhatsApp Desktop Beta is rolling out a new filter button for viewing only the chats you haven't read yet and hiding the rest.
WhatsApp is one of the most popular instant messaging apps out there. Billions of users around the world depend on the platform to reach their loved ones and for business reasons. The app is slowly becoming a more versatile service that caters to various needs and use cases. It's no longer an app you just use with friends and family. It's evolving into the default tool to contact anyone -- regardless of the context and the life expectancy of the connection. Despite the great Meta owning WhatsApp, though, it still takes the app ages to gain new features. And that's surprising -- considering that apps with lower budgets, like Telegram, release packed updates more frequently. It feels like the parent company simply doesn't care about the IM app's development. Only last month it started supporting message reactions. And until now, there was no way to filter out the chats we've already read.
The iPad is finally set to become a laptop replacement with iPadOS 16
iPadOS 16 could supercharge Apple's tablet by introducing resizable window support. The change would further distinguish iPadOS from iOS.
iPads are great for productivity, gaming, media consumption, and more. These versatile devices come in several options to choose from. There are the budget-friendly models that work without leaving a hole in your pocket. On the other hand, there are higher-end models for Pro users (some of which are even powered by Mac chips). All these iPads, though, have one limiting factor in common -- iPadOS. Yes, this operating system has gained a few perks since its rebranding. However, it still is built on the same limited foundations of iOS. Apple shouldn't be marketing this device as a PC replacement when basic PC tasks aren't compatible with its highest-end tablets. However, change for the better takes time. What matters is walking in the right direction towards achieving this change. And it now seems that Apple has chosen to do the right thing and further unleash the iPad's potential through iPadOS 16.
Apple might bless iPhone 14 users with 6GB of RAM
Apple could be ditching the 4GB of RAM on high-end iPhones completely this year. The iPhone 14 lineup could go for 6GB instead.
Apple is notorious for using outdated tech on some of its products. The company tends to take its time when bringing major changes -- introducing them gradually throughout the years. This is both a good and a bad thing. Users don't necessarily feel lost or get the urge to upgrade annually. But they also don't get their hands on the latest technologies that other companies are utilizing in their products. Apple is sometimes criticized for not including as much RAM on its smartphones as Android manufacturers do. It's true -- the Cupertino tech giant indeed doesn't include much RAM on iPhones. However, many critics fail to mention that iOS isn't as memory-hungry as Android OS is. In fact, the iPhone is a solid competitor when it comes to mobile performance. Nonetheless, Apple could finally be giving its phone users a RAM bump -- through the iPhone 14 lineup.
Twitter kills TweetDeck for Mac as it considers paywalling the web app
Twitter is killing the TweetDeck app on macOS. Users of the feature will be forced to use the web version of it starting next month.
TweetDeck is a solid tool for Pro Twitter users, especially those working in the journalism field. Through it, you get to arrange several views side-by-side to stay up to date with all topics of interest. Regular users don't really need the app, and most of them probably aren't aware of its existence. However, the app means a lot to many of its active users. After all, it makes our (digital) lives much easier when compared to using regular Twitter during time-sensitive events. Today, we come bearing some bad news for TweetDeck fans. The company will be killing the macOS app on July 1 -- in exactly one month.
Apple releases iOS 15.6 beta 2 to registered developers, here's what's new
Apple has released iOS 15.6 beta 2 to registered developers around the world. Here's everything new included in this updated build.
WWDC22 is less than a week away, and we're soon getting the first official peek at iOS 16 and macOS 13! Nonetheless, Apple still isn't done with iOS 15 just yet. The company is now testing iOS 15.6 beta with registered developers and enrolled users. And just like iOS 15.5, it doesn't bring plenty of exciting additions to the table. After all, the company tends to shift its focus on the upcoming major release at this time of the year. Apple is probably fixing leftover bugs and making last-minute tweaks during this phase. iOS 15.6 beta 2 is now available to download for those enrolled in the company's developer beta program. Public testers should be able to get their hands on this build within the upcoming 24 hours or so. Here's everything new iOS 15.6 introduces.
MacBook Air and macOS design changes could be revealed during WWDC
Apple could be revealing some design changes coming to macOS 13, in addition to the colorful, M2-powered MacBook Air, during WWDC 2022.
The hype for WWDC is building up, and these last-minute rumors are only draining us from what little patience we have left. We already know that Apple will most likely be revealing iOS 16 and macOS 13. However, what these major operating system updates include remains unclear for now. We've heard whispers about iOS 16 introducing some notable changes to the iPhone. These could include lock screen widget support, always-on display, and a notification system overhaul. Obviously, though, these reports could end up being inaccurate. There's a high possibility they're true, but nothing is guaranteed until Apple makes the official announcements. In the Mac department, there could be some exciting reveals to look forward to. The Cupertino tech giant could possibly reveal the colorful MacBook Air -- powered by the M2 chip -- in addition to design changes in macOS 13 during WWDC 2022.
iOS 16 could support lock screen widgets, always-on display, and more
iOS 16 could bring major changes to the iPhone, including support for lock screen widgets, always-on display, and much more.
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is only one week away! As this highly-anticipated, annual event approaches, relevant rumors have been increasingly surfacing online. We already know that the company is likely revealing iOS 16, iPadOS 16, watchOS 9, and macOS 13 during the main keynote. However, the new additions these operating systems will introduce remain vague for the time being. A fresh report shares what Apple could potentially be including in these major releases. Obviously, we can't be sure until the Cupertino tech giant shares the details officially. If the reports turns out to be accurate, though, iOS 16 could be a major upgrade for the iPhone. It could potentially introduce lock screen widgets, always-on display support, and much more.
Apple iPad Air 5 (2022) vs Apple iPad 9 (2021): Which tablet should you buy?
This is the Apple iPad Air 5 (2022) vs Apple iPad 9 (2021): the battle between a middle-range and an affordable Apple tablet.
iPads are great devices for mobile gaming, studying, reading, consuming media, and more. Apple sells a variety of these versatile tablets that cater to different needs and budgets. There are high-end models for those who want the best performance and latest technologies. There are also low-end models for those who want to spend minimally. And, lastly, there are mid-range models that balance budget and performance by bridging the middle gap. This is the iPad Air 5 (2022) vs iPad 9 (2021) — the battle between a middle-range and an affordable Apple tablet. If you buy the iPad Air 5, it's a good idea to buy a case and a charger for it. Similarly, if you go for the iPad 9, grab a case to keep it protected.
Apple Account Card is rolling out on iOS 15.5, replaces the ancient iTunes Pass
Apple is now rolling out its Account Card to the iPhone Wallet for users on iOS 15.5 or a newer operating system version.
Gift cards are a great way to give someone the liberty to buy what they need. By offering them an Apple Gift card, they get to choose between Macs, iPads, iPhones, services and digital goods, etc. For a long time, the Cupertino tech giant supported an iTunes Pass that lived in the Wallet app. This allowed users to spend from its balance in Apple Stores by scanning its QR code. The company is now finally retiring the iTunes Pass in favor of the Apple Account Card. Similarly, you can find the new card in Wallet, but it works without needing to scan a code. Instead, you can just tap your iPhone or Apple Watch on the NFC reader -- as you'd normally do with Apple Pay.
Hands on: Catalyst Black unleashes Vainglory's full potential, but at a cost
Catalyst Black is the latest mobile game from Super Evil Mega Corp — the creators of Vainglory. Here's what we think of it.
In the world of mobile gaming, finding hidden gems can be a challenge. After all, many companies -- especially nowadays -- have been focusing on the freemium business model. Most of the people I know, including myself, despise that. I play to wind down and enjoy an artistic piece that a person (or a studio) has built with passion. So, I want to play what great minds produce with their sincere devotion towards a certain idea. This makes cash cows that are designed to include an irritative grind a deal-breaker for me. Many of us are more than happy to pay once for a premium release, but the idea of a recurring purchase puts us off. Loot boxes arguably ruin the gameplay and unbalance players' capabilities by introducing elements of unwanted uncertainty. Catalyst Black is a new freemium title on iOS and Android from the makers of Vainglory. Despite its monetization model, it still offers engaging gameplay that won't necessarily pressure you into paying.
Apple will soon force developers to include an account deletion option in their apps
Apple will soon require developers to include an account deletion option in their apps if users can create one through them.
Apple is infamous for its strict guideline enforcement when it comes to its App Store. The company can be unforgiving when developers try to cross the limits it has set. For example, the Cupertino tech giant didn't hesitate to ban Epic Games' account when Fortnite implemented a third-party payment method. As a result, Epic Games lost the privilege to place its products on Apple's store. The tech overlord's strictness can be beneficial for users, though. This is especially apparent in an upcoming guideline that Apple is implementing next month. Developers who allow users to create an account through their apps will be forced to offer an account deletion option as well. The rule was announced a long while ago, and it'll finally take effect starting June 30. That's assuming the company doesn't delay it yet again -- of course.