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technology24 days ago•9 min saved

Apple Unveils Five New Apps, Led by Siri AI, at WWDC 2026

Apple announced five new apps (four at WWDC 2026 alongside fall OS updates and one earlier from its Claris subsidiary): Siri AI, a standalone Siri app with cross‑device syncing; the Apple TV Remote returns as a built‑in Home Screen icon; watchOS 27 consolidates Find My into a single, map‑focused interface with Precision Finding; Pass Designer, a Mac app for building and previewing Wallet passes (beta for developers); and Claris FileMaker Go 2026, now available with iOS/iPadOS 26 support and Gemini AI.

via MacRumors|

#apple-tv-remote #find-my #pass-designer

technology1 month ago•3 min saved

watchOS 27: Siri gets its own app and Find My gets a unified interface on Apple Watch

watchOS 27 introduces two major features for Apple Watch: a standalone Siri app that offers an AI-powered, cross-device conversation history, and a unified Find My app that consolidates Find Devices, Find Items, and Find People into a single map-centric experience.

via 9to5Mac|

#ai #apple #find-my

technology1 month ago•7 min saved

watchOS 27 boosts Siri AI, workouts and gestures while trimming device support

Apple's WWDC 2026 previewed watchOS 27 with expanded Siri AI (requiring iPhone 15 Pro or newer), an upgraded Workout Buddy that works without an iPhone and adds Spanish, a new tap gesture for Smart Stack, Liquid Glass refinements and a dynamic app grid, and Find My consolidation; the update drops support for Apple Watch SE 2, Series 6–8, and the original Ultra, with a beta now and a public release planned for this fall.

via bgr.com|

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technology1 month ago•6 min saved

Siri AI, Dynamic Widgets and Find My unify in watchOS 27

watchOS 27 brings Siri AI with a dedicated on-wrist app, a dynamic app grid invoked by the Digital Crown, and a Workout Buddy that works without an iPhone and adds Spanish support. It also enhances health tracking with perimenopause support, improved treadmill distance, and synced step counts between Health and Fitness, plus expanded Smart Stack widget suggestions and a new double-tap gesture to cycle through widgets. Find My becomes unified on Apple Watch with Precision Finding for iPhone, AirTag 2, and AirPods Pro 3, while Apple outlines battery-saving prompts and other tweaks ahead of a fall launch; dev beta is available now with a public beta in July for Series 9+, Ultra 2+, and SE 3.

via 9to5Mac|

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technology1 month ago•11 min saved

iOS 27 Unveils 12 New iPhone Features, From AI Siri to Wallet Passes

iOS 27 adds 12 features across Maps, Find My, Wallet, Pay, Podcasts, Photos and Music, including an AI-powered Siri, AI-enhanced Flyover with Local Lists in Maps, flexible location sharing in Find My, bill splitting with Apple Cash, custom passes and smarter digital keys in Wallet, redesigned checkout in Apple Pay, Tap to Share for exchanging details with small-business iPhones, search within show in Podcasts, cross‑platform Shared Albums in Photos, AutoMix improvements in Apple Music, and expanded Lyrics Translation; the update is in developer beta with public beta in July and a September release window.

via MacRumors|

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technology2 months ago•4 min saved

Lock the Lock Screen: Stop iPhone Thieves From Turning on Airplane Mode

A quick iPhone tweak can boost recovery odds if your phone is stolen: disable Control Center access on the lock screen (Settings > Face ID & Passwords > Allow Access When Locked > turn off Control Center). That prevents thieves from turning on airplane mode from the lock screen, keeping Find My usable when the device is online. After unlocking with a passcode or Face ID, control center access returns. Android users can remove airplane mode from quick settings, and both Find My and Find My Device offer remote erase/lock options.

via New York Post|

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technology2 months ago•5 min saved

Spotting Hidden AirTags: How to Detect and Stop Unwanted Tracking

AirTags can help you find belongings but may be used to track people without consent. To detect unwanted trackers, enable unknown-tracker alerts (AirTags use iOS 14.5+ alerts; other Bluetooth trackers use iOS 17.5+). Ensure Location Services, Find My iPhone, Bluetooth, and Notifications are on. When an alert appears, use Find My to locate the tag, play a sound, or Find Nearby; if you find an unknown AirTag, tap the notification for owner info and disable it by removing the battery. If you’re concerned about safety, follow a safety plan and contact local law enforcement or the National Domestic Violence Hotline for help.

via CNET|

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tech4 months ago•44 min saved

Xiaomi Tag debuts as budget tracker with dual Find My and Find Hub support

Xiaomi announced its first Bluetooth tracker, the Xiaomi Tag, featuring a built‑in metal loop to clip to a keyring or carabiner. It works with Apple’s Find My or Google’s Find Hub during setup (not both simultaneously), runs on a replaceable CR2032 battery for up to a year, and has IP67 dust/water resistance plus NFC for sharing contact details. Unlike AirTag, it lacks UWB for precise location and relies on audible cues for nearby finding; it’s cheaper, priced at £12.99 ($18) for one or £44.99 ($61) for a four-pack.

via The Verge|

#bluetooth-tracker #find-hub #find-my

technology4 months ago•5 min saved

iPhone Gets Built-In Biometric Guard by Default with iOS 26.4

iOS 26.4 will enable Stolen Device Protection by default for all iPhones, requiring biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID) for sensitive actions and adding a one-hour security delay for others. A familiar-location option can disable protection there. The feature, first introduced in 2023, is currently in developer beta with a public beta and a spring release planned.

via MacRumors|

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gadgets4 months ago•39 min saved

Old but gold: Apple’s first-gen AirTag remains a solid deal on Presidents Day

Apple’s first-gen AirTag remains a precise find-my tracker thanks to the Find My network and UWB; with Presidents Day discounts, a four-pack runs about $64 and a single tag around $17, making it a solid value for iPhone users, though it lacks the second-gen’s upgraded features and louder speaker.

via The Verge|

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technology5 months ago•4 min saved

AirTag Gets a Wrist-Ready Upgrade: Hidden Watch Shortcut and Battery Hack Uncovered

Two overlooked AirTag tips: enable a Find Items shortcut on Apple Watch (Series 9+/Ultra 2/3) for instant precision finding without pulling out your iPhone, and use a quick battery-dormant trick by removing and loosely reinserting the battery to save power on backup trackers; practical upgrades with minor setup glitches.

via supercarblondie.com|

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technology5 months ago•8 min saved

AirTag 2 Expands Range, Louder Chime and Watch Precision Finding

Apple's second-gen AirTag keeps the familiar look but improves findability: upgraded Bluetooth and a second-gen Ultra Wideband chip extend Precision Finding range to well over twice that of the original, plus a louder, higher-pitched chime; it supports Precision Finding on certain Apple Watch models with a setup tweak in the Control Center; the white shell now uses 85% recycled plastic; pricing is $29 for a single tag or $99 for a four-pack, and existing AirTag accessories remain compatible—upgrade mainly benefits users who rely on Find My for important items or watch-based locating.

via CNET|

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technology5 months ago•6 min saved

AirTag 2 Dials Up Range and Sound, But Upgrading Isn’t Essential

Apple’s second-generation AirTag adds longer Precision Finding range (up to 50% farther) with support on iPhone and Apple Watch Series 9+ / Ultra 2, a louder speaker, and an upgraded Ultra Wideband chip, plus several internal tweaks (thinner PCB, revised battery connectors) and a redesigned box, while keeping the same exterior design and Find My compatibility. The first-generation AirTag remains a solid lower-cost option for basic Find My use. For most buyers, upgrading makes sense mainly if you rely on precise locating or watch-assisted searches; otherwise, the newer model offers the most complete feature set going forward.

via MacRumors|

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technology5 months ago•4 min saved

AirTag 2 Boosts Finding Power and Watch Compatibility While Keeping the Look

Apple’s second-generation AirTag largely preserves the look of the first but adds a faster Ultra Wideband chip for 1.5x better detection and Precision Finding, now usable with Apple Watch Series 9/Ultra 2 after a watchOS update. It also offers a longer Bluetooth range and a louder, clearer chime. Pricing stays $29 per tag or $99 for a four-pack, with first-gen units widely discounted in the market; Gen 2 can be distinguished by all-caps edge text and markings like FIND MY, NFC, and IP67.

via CNET|

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technology5 months ago•8 min saved

AirTag 2 Expands Precision Finding to Apple Watch, Adds Louder Speaker

Apple unveils the AirTag 2, a second‑generation tracker with a second‑gen UWB chip for 1.5× longer Precision Finding range and support on Apple Watch Series 9/Ultra 2; it has a louder speaker, improved Bluetooth, redesigned internals, and a heavier 11.8 g body. The back text is now all caps and lists IP67, NFC, and Find My; it remains for tracking objects (not pets) and uses a CR2032 battery. Reset requires four battery removals with up to 12 seconds for the final tone. Requires iOS 26.2.1. Priced at $29 (four-pack $99) with free engraving; orders ship starting Jan 28.

via MacRumors|

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