Even a brief review of the App Store revealed more than 200 “risky or inappropriate” apps rated as ok for children, according to a new report. They had collectively notched up more than 550 million downloads.
Apple App Store exposes children to harmful content despite safety claims, report finds
A new report reveals over 200 child-rated apps contain inappropriate content, including chat features for strangers, weight loss trackers, and violent
Apple approves Delta emulator in US App Store with special external payment link
Apple has approved what might be the first US App Store app that features an external payment link. Here’s what that means.
Is your kid safe from inappropriate apps on Apple’s App Store? A new report says no
How safe is the App Store for our kids? Maybe not as safe as you think.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox …
Report: App Store Hosting Hundreds of Inappropriate Apps Rated Safe for Children
Children under than twelve can freely download weight loss and fasting trackers and AI girlfriend apps on the App Store, the report claims.
App Store: Almost half of revenue comes from subscriptions
According to an analysis, the figures in the App Store were split this year: While sales increased, fewer downloads were recorded.
Is your child safe from inappropriate apps on Apple App Store? A report says no
Apps aimed at children have been available since the inception of the App Store. However, not all apps created for minors are safe to use. This is the main finding of a new survey conducted by two …
App Store age ratings process isn’t enough, say child safety organizations
Apple’s age rating system in the App Store is not doing enough to protect children, a report claims, after a day’s worth of research found a high proportion of apps deemed acceptable to children actually posed a risk.
New York men arrested in Garner for alleged Apple AirPod swap scam at local stores
Two men from New York, Yat Ching Chau and Linshan Chen, are facing charges after allegedly swapping legitimate Apple AirPods with counterfeit products and returning them to stores for cash.
Apple’s App Store Puts Kids a Click Away From a Slew of Inappropriate Apps
An analysis recommends that Apple, an emerging target for digital-safety advocates, apply an independent review for software age ratings.
Apple Now Offering Free Two-Hour Delivery on Last-Minute Gifts
As we expected, Apple is now offering free two-hour delivery on eligible, in-stock products ordered through December 24 in select countries.
WhatsApp continues to innovate: Soon – Direct dialer from the app
Meta is upgrading WhatsApp with a new dialer that allows direct dialing from the app without adding contacts. The feature is being gradually rolled out to the iPhone beta version.
Apple Intelligence Brings Summaries to Mail and Other Apps in iOS 18
Apple released iOS 18.2 on Dec. 11, more than a month after the tech giant released iOS 18.1. The latest update brings a handful of new Apple Intelligence features to people with the iPhone 15 Pro and …
Chinese-owned Temu named Apple App Store’s most popular app in the US for 2024
Another Chinese-owned app, TikTok, took the No. 3 spot, even as it fights to avoid a forced divestiture or US ban.
10 Must-Have iPhone Apps That Can Make Your Life Easier
Looking for the best iPhone app recommendations? Here are the 10 best iPhone apps that are super-useful and can make your life easier.
This Popular App Brings a Missing Feature to Your Apple Watch
This app, which brings a missing feature to your Apple Watch, was named as one of the most downloaded apps of the year.
Amazon Appstore used to spread Android malware — delete this malicious app right now
Hackers have turned to the Amazon Appstore as a way to distribute their malicious apps after the Google Play Store has tightened its security.