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NVIDIA Shield TV update patches Plex media server issues and other bugs
NVIDIA is rolling out Shield Experience 9.0.1 with several bug fixes, including a patch for the Plex media server issues.
Last month, NVIDIA officially released Shield Experience 9.0.0 to all of its TV devices -- including the original 2015 model. This update bumped the Android TV version to 11 and added support for the next generation of GeForce NOW cloud gaming in 4K HDR. However, just like most major software updates, it introduced several bugs that have been affecting various functionalities. Fortunately, though, the company has now released Shield Experience 9.0.1, which patches plenty of these bugs -- including the Plex media server issues.
Apple has released iOS 15.4 developer beta 3, here's what's new
Apple has released iOS 15.4 beta 3 to registered developers. This version of iOS comes packed with changes, including new emoji.
Apple has released iOS 15.4 beta 3 to registered developers, following the release of beta 2 last week. Unlike iOS 15.3, iOS 15.4 comes packed with new features, changes, and additions. This includes support for Face ID when masked, new emoji, Keychain updates, and much more. To download this update, you have to be enrolled in Apple's Developer Program -- which costs $99 per year. Alternatively, you could join the public beta program and get your hands on the new build in a day or so. Here's a list of everything new in iOS 15.4.
Google Play Store's app installation progress is now visible on your home screen
The app installation progress of apps downloaded from Google Play Store is now visible on the home screens of Android users.
When iOS users download an app, its icon appears on the home screen -- with a progress circle reflecting its status. This behavior allows users to quickly check the status of apps that are actively downloading or installing on their iPhones. It appears that Google has finally caught up with the other platform. The company has started offering a similar feature on Android 11+ devices. Users downloading an app from the Play Store can now see an indicator on their home screens that displays the installation progress.
Apple Music's "Replay 2022" playlist is now available, but it's still no match for Spotify Wrapped
Replay 2022 is now available for Apple Music subscribers who are actively using the service. It can be accessed from the app and the web.
Since 2020, Apple has been providing subscribers to its music streaming service with a Replay playlist in mid February. The playlist includes the top 100 songs a user streams in a specific year, with weekly updates to it reflecting the new rankings. By the end of the year, Replay freezes and becomes a static playlist that users can revisit to look back at their music tastes during a specific year. Today, the company has made Replay 2022 available to Apple Music subscribers who are actively using the service.
Apple might unveil a smaller, M2-powered MacBook Pro next month
The latest leaks suggest that Apple might unveil a smaller MacBook Pro model that is powered by an all-new M2 chip next month.
The next hardware-focused Apple event could be only a few weeks away. We are expecting the company to debut new products on March 8. These devices could include the iPhone SE 3rd Gen and a new iPad Air. While it's still unclear what the company will exactly reveal during the virtual event, a new leak suggests that a smaller, M2-powered MacBook Pro might be on the list. A reliable source -- who has close links to Apple's supply chain -- has provided this piece of information. They also were behind the notched MacBook Pro leak last year, so it's very possible that they're right this time around, too.
It's about time Apple releases a Galaxy S22 Ultra competitor
Apple's iPhone 13 Pro Max isn't as advanced and feature-rich as the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, and this hinders competition.
When it comes to choosing their next smartphone, different people look for different things. Some seek the best camera out there to document their journeys to their favorite restaurants the wilderness. Other people care about the operating system (OS) and/or its skin. For example, there are users who won't buy a device running a heavily skinned version of Android, while others have their own favorite. Similarly, those who are deeply invested in Apple's ecosystem will likely only consider different iPhones as devices to potentially buy.
Apple patches a WebKit vulnerability with latest iOS and macOS updates
Apple has released iOS 15.3.1 and macOS 12.2.1 with bug fixes and WebKit vulnerability patches. Users are advised to update their devices.
Apple has released iOS 15.3 and macOS Monterey 12.2.1 to the public. These minor updates to iOS 15 and macOS Monterey come with essential security patches, in addition to fixes for bugs that have been affecting many users. These patches include a fix for a WebKit vulnerability that may have been actively exploited by malicious websites. For this reason, all iPhone and Mac users are advised to update their devices.
Apple Music beta for Android references unreleased Apple Classical app
The latest beta version of the Apple Music app on Android references the unreleased Apple Classical app. It's unclear when it'll launch.
Last year, Apple acquired Primephonic to further improve its classical catalogue on its music streaming service. The company promised that it would launch a separate app --focused on classical music -- in early 2022, as it shut Primephonic down. While the Cupertino tech giant didn't share a specific date to when the app might arrive, it's running out of time to meet its "early 2022" deadline. The good news, though, is that the latest beta of Apple Music on Android references an Apple Classical app. This hints at the company's progress towards launching the dedicated classical music app.
App Store logs reference realityOS: Apple's potential AR/VR operating system
App Store logs mention realityOS — Apple's potential AR/VR operating system that powers the rumored mixed reality headset.
Rumors about Apple's mixed reality headset have been surfacing for a while now. The company was initially expected to announce the product towards the end of this year. However, other reports published at a later date claim that Apple won't be revealing its AR/VR headset until 2023. We can't know for sure when the Cupertino tech giant will release it, but new signs point at the active development of realityOS, the headset's potential operating system (OS).
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Unboxing: What’s in the box?
The long-awaited Galaxy S22 Ultra has finally been released by Samsung. Here's a list of every content that is included in the box.
Samsung has finally revealed its long-awaited Galaxy S22 lineup -- the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra. These three flagship phones have a lot in common, but each of them is aimed at a different category of users. The Galaxy S22 Ultra is the most distinct out of the three, and it comes in four vivid colors to choose from -- Black, Phantom White, Green, and Burgundy. It's the highest-end phone out of the lineup and starts at $1,199. Additionally, you may be wondering what content is included in its box -- so let's unpack it together!
Samsung Galaxy S22 Unboxing: What’s in the box?
The long-awaited Galaxy S22 has finally been released by Samsung. Here's a list of every content that is included in the box.
Samsung has finally revealed its long-awaited Galaxy S22 lineup -- the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra. These three flagship phones have a lot in common, but each of them is aimed at a different category of users. The Galaxy S22 comes in four vibrant colors to choose from -- Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, and Pink Gold -- and starts at $799. It's the most affordable out of the new lineup and packs a decent punch for its price. If you are wondering what content is included in its box, we can answer that. Let's unpack it together!
Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus Unboxing: What’s in the box?
The long-awaited Galaxy S22 Plus has finally been released by Samsung. Here's a list of every content that is included in the box.
Samsung has finally revealed its long-awaited Galaxy S22 lineup -- the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, and Galaxy S22 Ultra. These three flagship phones have a lot in common, but each of them is aimed at a different category of users. The Galaxy S22 Plus comes in four vibrant colors to choose from -- Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, and Pink Gold -- and starts at $999. It's the middle phone out of the new lineup, and it packs a powerful punch for its price. Additionally, you may be wondering what content is included in its box -- so let's unpack it together!
Apple has released iOS 15.4 developer beta 2, here's what's new
Apple has released iOS 15.4 beta 2 to registered developers. This version of iOS comes packed with changes, including new emoji.
Apple has released iOS 15.4 beta 2 to registered developers, following the release of beta 1 two weeks ago. Unlike iOS 15.3, iOS 15.4 comes packed with new features, changes, and additions. This includes support for Face ID when masked, new emoji, Keychain updates, and much more. To download this update, you have to be enrolled in Apple's Developer Program -- which costs $99 per year. Alternatively, you could join the public beta program and get your hands on the new build in a day or so. Here's a list of everything new in iOS 15.4.
iPhone users will soon be able to accept contactless payments, thanks to Tap to Pay
Apple has finally announced Tap to Pay, which will allow iPhone users to accept contactless payments through NFC in the United States.
Last month, rumors were surfacing regarding Apple potentially enabling users to accept contactless payments on their iPhones through the NFC chip. This would allow small businesses and entrepreneurs to conveniently sell their products and services -- without needing separate hardware to accept the payments. Those rumors are now a reality -- Apple has finally announced that Tap to Pay will allow iPhone users to accept contactless payments in the US later this year.
New leak reveals when Apple could launch the next iPhone SE
The latest leak reveals the potential launch date of the iPhone SE 3rd Gen. It's also rumored that a new iPad Air will launch on the same day.
Rumors about the upcoming iPhone SE have been surfacing for a while now. Last month, we learned that the phone could launch as soon as this Spring. The latest leak now provides us with a more accurate potential launch date for the iPhone SE 3rd Gen. For those who are unfamiliar with SE iPhones, they're affordable models featuring outdated iPhone designs with middle-range specs. If the leaks are in fact accurate, Apple could reveal the 3rd Gen model on March 8.
Modified AirTags with disabled anti-stalking speakers are a thing now, because of course
Modified AirTags with disabled anti-stalking speakers are now being sold on Etsy and eBay, making it easier to stalk other people.
We've already established that AirTags are a privacy nightmare -- bound to be misused. In the latest horror story of our increasingly creepy world, these trackers are being sold with reduced anti-stalking measures. That's right, modified AirTags with disabled speakers are being sold on Etsy and eBay (possibly on other platforms as well) for more than double their original price. Of course, a malicious person who desperately wants to stalk others (for whichever reasons) wouldn't mind paying around 77 bucks. It is small, convenient, and now comes without speakers to alert the victims.
You may have to wait a bit longer for the MiniLED iMac Pro
The rumored MiniLED iMac Pro might have been pushed from Spring to the Summer of this year, suggests Ross Young — CEO of DSCC.
Rumors revolving around the MiniLED iMac Pro have been surfacing for a while now. We were expecting the anticipated Apple desktop computer to launch around Spring. The company has held Spring events before -- during which it revealed new Mac models, such as the redesigned M1 iMac. Ross Young -- CEO of DSCC -- has shared the latest rumor on Twitter. He is a reliable leaker when it comes to displays, and he believes that the upcoming iMac Pro might be revealed in Summer 2022 -- instead of Spring.
Safari on iOS could soon support web push notifications
iOS 15.4 beta 1 hints at the possibility of Safari supporting push notifications in the future. That's in addition to improved PWA support.
Safari is one of the best browsers available on Apple's operating systems. It's fast, efficient when it comes to battery usage, and works as expected. However, one main feature remains missing from the iOS version of the app -- web push notifications. This makes depending on Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) a pain, as they're unable to deliver timely information. Fortunately, it seems that this may no longer be the case in the near future. iOS 15.4 beta 1 reveals that Apple is working on bringing web push notifications to Safari on iPhone. It's still unclear when (if ever) the feature will actually be released, though.
Telegram introduces video stickers, improved reactions, and more
Telegram version 8.5 introduces video stickers, improved message reactions, bug fixes, and more. It's now available on iOS and Android.
When it comes to messaging apps, Telegram is one of the most actively-developed platforms. The company frequently issues new updates, bringing innovative features, implementing fresh APIs, and much more. The latest version of the app (8.5) is now available for iOS and Android users. This Telegram update introduces video stickers, improves message reactions, fixes bugs, and more.
Apple's 2FA autofill feature is now better at blocking phishing attacks
Apple's SMS 2FA autofill feature no longer works when it detects a potential phishing attack. This change helps protect users.
Apple's SMS 2-factor authentication (2FA) autofill feature has been around for a while now. For those unfamiliar with it, when you receive an SMS with a 2FA code, the iOS keyboard will automatically suggest inserting it in the dedicated field. This spares users the hassle of launching the Messages app, copying the code, then pasting it in the field. iOS 15 brought plenty of new additions, including a built-in 2FA code generator in Apple Keychain. However, plenty of websites and users still rely on SMS 2FA verification -- which isn't the safest or most secure method. To help protect users and dodge thefts and hacks, Apple's SMS 2FA autofill feature no longer works when it detects potential phishing attacks.