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technology17 days ago•2 min saved

iPhone 18 Pro Face ID Glitch Triggers Freezes and Reboots

A software glitch in iOS 27 appears to affect the iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max's under‑screen Face ID, causing the device to freeze and reboot after a failed authentication when unlocking protected apps; it does not trigger from the lock screen, and a reproduction method involving tapping “Try Face ID Again” after a failed attempt is described by users. Apple has not commented yet, but a software patch is expected, with some suggesting a hardware swap as a misdiagnosis in forums.

via 9to5Mac|

#face-id #ios27 #iphone-18-pro

technology21 days ago•5 min saved

YouTube Comes to CarPlay with iOS 27 via Cafari Beta

Apple’s iOS 27 adds a beta Cafari app that lets you stream YouTube directly on CarPlay, available only when the car is parked and automatically disabled once the speed exceeds 25 mph. Netflix and Prime Video aren’t supported due to browser restrictions. Setup requires a TestFlight beta, and while the feature offers a smoother YouTube experience on CarPlay, users have reported minor quirks (like a green video border) that are expected to be refined in future updates. Safety remains a priority, with strict safeguards to prevent driving distractions.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#beta #cafari #carplay

technology23 days ago•3 min saved

Apple Weather gets rain and wind at-a-glance views in iOS 27

iOS 27 adds two new Weather app views—Precipitation (rain) and Wind—accessible from the home-screen forecast by tapping dedicated icons. The update preserves the existing Conditions view and lets hourly and 10-day forecasts update instantly when you switch to Rain or Wind. Precipitation shows hourly rain chances and 10-day rain estimates, while Wind displays hourly gust speeds and future wind ranges.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #ios27 #rain

technology28 days ago•3 min saved

Apple Delays Two iOS 27 Features to a Future Software Update

Apple says two iOS 27 features—Suggestions in Messages and automatic password changes via the Passwords app—won’t ship with the initial iOS 27 release and will return in a future software update, a change that also applies to iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 with no timeline given.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #ios27 #messages

technology28 days ago•2 min saved

iPhone Handoff Moves to Dual-Device Use, but T-Mobile Hits It with a $5 Monthly Fee

iOS 27 introduces iPhone Handoff, allowing the same eSIM number to be used on two iPhones, initially for T-Mobile US and Deutsche Telekom in Germany. T-Mobile will charge $5 per month for the feature; only one device can be active at a time, with calls, voicemails, messages, Find My, and app data syncing across devices. Setup requires iOS 27 on both devices and the same Apple ID; rollout begins September 14.

via Engadget|

#esim #handoff #ios27

technology29 days ago•7 min saved

Siri AI Revs Up iPhone with On-Device Smarts and Deeper App Access

iOS 27 introduces Siri AI, a revamped on-device assistant that uses your data to offer personalized context across messages, calendars, photos, and more. It can summarize on-screen text, identify items in Safari and Photos, draft and edit messages without third-party plugins, perform deeper actions inside apps, and includes a dedicated Siri app with customizable voice and expressivity - all running on newer iPhones with the required silicon while keeping data on-device for privacy.

via WIRED|

#apple #ios27 #on-device

technology1 month ago•13 min saved

Apple's 2026 Event Could Unveil Foldable iPhone Ultra and New Pro Line

Apple is set to reveal its first foldable iPhone—potentially the iPhone Ultra—alongside iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max at its Sept. 9, 2026 event, with rumors that the base iPhone 18 could be skipped this cycle. The foldable design may draw from the slim iPhone Air concept, while a new Apple Watch 12 is expected; Siri AI updates in iOS 27 will also be in the spotlight as CNET provides live coverage via a blog and watch party.

via CNET|

#apple #foldable #ios27

technology1 month ago•9 min saved

iPhone 18 Pro Could Unveil True Pro-Grade Camera Tools

A fresh leak suggests the iPhone 18 Pro will pair a variable-aperture main camera with iOS 27 camera upgrades—revealed in a beta—bringing five pro features (repeated self-timer shots, manual focus, focus peaking with highlight warnings, exposure scopes, and aperture-based image correction), some exclusive to the Pro model as Apple aims to close the gap with rivals.

via PhoneArena|

#apple #camera #ios27

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

iPhone Ultra Tops the Line with Dual Displays, Pocket-Friendly Form, and iOS 27 Multitasking

Apple’s upcoming iPhone Ultra supposedly beats the iPhone 18 Pro with a dual-display setup (5.5-inch cover and 7.8-inch inner), a foldable, pocket-friendly chassis, and exclusive iOS 27 multitasking features like side-by-side apps and drag‑and‑drop, highlighting its differentiators over the Pro models.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #ios27 #iphone

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

iOS 27 Elevates AirPods Pro 3 with Custom EQ, Siri AI, and GymKit

Apple's iOS 27 adds major AirPods Pro 3 upgrades—Custom EQ for personalized sound, Siri AI with broader knowledge and more natural dialogue, and GymKit workout-data sharing—plus Find My improvements and a revamped AirPods settings interface; unlocking these features requires both iOS 27 and a firmware update (beta firmware may be needed for some features).

via bgr.com|

#airpods #apple #audio-customization

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Apple Sets 2026 End-of-Life Timeline for Older Devices as New OSes Arrive

Apple says iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, visionOS 27 and tvOS 27 will mark end-of-software-support for a range of older devices in 2026, though security updates may continue for years. iPhones on iOS 26 can upgrade to iOS 27 (including models back to iPhone 11), but older iPhones won’t get all of iOS 27’s features. The devices hitting end of life with these releases include iPad Air 3rd gen, iPad Pro 11" (1st gen), iPad Pro 12.9" (3rd gen), iPad (8th gen), iPad mini (5th gen); Apple Watch Series 6/7/8, Ultra, SE; MacBook Pro 16" (2019), MacBook Pro 13" (2020, four Thunderbolt 3 ports), iMac (2020), Mac Pro (2019); and Apple TV HD/4K. Even after end-of-feature updates, Apple will continue to push some security patches for years, so upgrading or limiting usage to offline tasks is advised once a device loses active support.

via bgr.com|

#apple #ios27 #ipados27

technology2 months ago•1 min saved

Apple Weighs iPhone Photo Provenance Tool in iOS 27

Apple may add a “Reference Image” photo-authentication feature in iOS 27 to verify a photo’s iPhone origin by sending sensor data and metadata to a Private Cloud Compute for verification, with a new Reference mode enabling this option in camera settings. Seen in beta analyses by 9to5Mac, the tool could help prove provenance amid AI-generated imagery and would complement existing watermarking efforts from Apple and Google, though it may not be included in the public rollout this fall.

via Engadget|

#apple #ios27 #photo-authentication

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

iOS 27 beta 5 adds Siri AI tweaks and UI refinements

Apple released iOS 27 beta 5 for developer testers, introducing Siri AI and Apple Intelligence enhancements along with UI refinements such as updated icons for Safari, Siri, Remote, and Preview and improvements to Liquid Glass visuals. Siri’s voice gains British English support. A new “Before Search” section in Search Settings lets users toggle app suggestions, shortcuts, and recent searches, affecting Home Screen Search. The update supports iPhone 11 and newer, plus iPhone SE 2 and newer, and is installed via Settings > General > Software Update; Apple plans further beta testing through August with a September public release alongside the new iPhone lineup.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #beta #ios

technology2 months ago•4 min saved

iOS 27 Expands Lock Screen Customization with Extend, Image Playground, Clock Movement, and Now Playing Tweaks

iOS 27 introduces four new Lock Screen customization options: Extend uses AI to add content around image edges so wallpapers fit better; Image Playground lets you generate wallpapers from photos or natural language prompts; you can move the clock to the top area to reveal more of your wallpaper; and you can swipe away the Now Playing widget while music continues playing. These features are initially available to developers and public beta testers, with a full public release planned later this year.

via 9to5Mac|

#image-playground #ios27 #lock-screen

technology2 months ago•4 min saved

iOS 27 Beta 5 Brings Find My Redesign, Battery Gains, and a Faster Beta Pace

Apple's iOS 27 Beta 5 lands with a redesigned Find My, Spotlight search upgrades, and a Siri visual refresh, plus measurable battery life and performance gains. The beta schedule shifts from bi-weekly to weekly, with Beta 5 today (Aug 3), Beta 6 on Aug 10, Beta 7 on Aug 17, Beta 8 on Aug 24, and a Release Candidate around Sept 7–8 ahead of the public iOS 27 launch around Sept 14.

via geeky-gadgets.com|

#apple #beta #findmy