Category: IOS

Along with releasing iOS 17.0.1 yesterday (see “ OS Security Updates Address Three More Exploited Vulnerabilities,” 21 September 2023), Apple pushed out iOS 17.0.2 for only iPhone 15 models, saying that it: fixes an issue that may prevent …

Apple could keep releasing security updates for iOS 15 and iOS 16 this year. But the company rarely if ever elaborates on its update timelines or plans for the future, so we likely won’t know for sure …

Before you do, however, make sure you update it. That’s right: All four iPhone 15 models have a day-one software update out of the box. Apple seeded the update, iOS 17.0.2, in response to a bug that can brick your iPhone during the initial setup process …

The iPhone 15 and 15 Pro have officially launched. The biggest change this year is that Apple is finally switching from a Lightning port to a USB-C port, meaning the phones will probably be that much easier to integrate into your charging ecosystem. But the devices have some other notable upgrades as well.

The Hidden album in the Photos app is clearly not hidden, seeing as anyone can easily find it. That makes it impractical for adequately hiding private photos and videos. While Apple does have an option to make the Hidden album “invisible,” anyone with access to your phone could make it visible again and view everything inside.

Text messages on your iPhone – and iPad – can easily become a crowded and chaotic mess. Here’s how to make sense of them.

Yes, already. Apple has released iOS 17.0.1 and iPadOS 17.0.1, just days after the latest operating system was launched with much fanfare. This emergency iPhone update, and one which all iPhone and iPad users should apply as soon as is possible …

If your device can’t run iOS 17.0.1, Apple is also releasing iOS 16.7, macOS 12.7, and macOS 13.6 to older iPhones and Macs.

Americans lost $10.3 billion to online scams last year, and this year may be even more costly. New AI tools may offer you some protection.

Comparatively, iOS 16 gave you two Haptic Touch options: “Fast” and “Slow.” The old “Fast” is now the equivalent of the “Default” setting. Therefore, the new “Fast” setting is faster than that.

Widgets have been a popular feature on iPhones for a long time. With iOS 17, these widgets have become interactive, creating a more immersive experience. With interactive widgets, you can take important actions right from your iPhone home screen and lock …

The new NameDrop feature on iOS 17 allows you to quickly swap contact information via AirDrop simply by bringing your iPhone near another iPhone or Apple Watch. Your name and Contact Poster (also new with iOS 17) are shared with NameDrop, along with your phone number, email address and other information.

Apple has announced that iOS 17 is out of its public beta phase and ready for download. If you have any iPhone that was released in the last five years, you can download iOS to your phone now – and you really should. You can find the update in the …

Apple recently launched their new iOS 17 software update for the iPhone, this update comes with a range of features including the new STandby Mode, this

The iPhone 15 will be released on Friday bringing new features, materials and modes to Apple’s flagship product. Here’s what to know.

It’s that time of the year again, when the newest iteration of iOS finally drops, and we Apple fans and users have now been treated to the full version of iOS 17. As with any other major iOS version, there has been a lot of discussion and excitement …

I started out covering tech policy in Washington, D.C. for The National Journal’s Technology Daily, where my beat included state-level tech news and all the congressional hearings and FCC meetings …