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Android users may soon get to use iPhone’s iMessage as Sunbird returns
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Android users may soon get to use iPhone’s iMessage as Sunbird returns

[ad_1] Sunbird, once infamous for its security flaws while attempting to bring iMessage to Android, is making a comeback. Despite its troubled past, Sunbird has announced its plans to relaunch its iMessage for Android services on April 5.Back in 2022, Sunbird entered the scene with the ambitious goal of extending iMessage to Android users. However, the app faced significant security issues, leading to its abrupt shutdown shortly after its launch. These problems included accessibility to user-shared media and real-time message visibility, prompting Sunbird to cease operations indefinitely. Also read: Twitter link previews are broken on iPhone; iMessage, Slack users report issues Sunbird's Relaunch AnnouncementNow, after reassessing its technical implementations and organizational process...
Apple WWDC 2024: What iPhone users can expect to get from iOS 18 update this year
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Apple WWDC 2024: What iPhone users can expect to get from iOS 18 update this year

[ad_1] Apple's upcoming iOS 18 update, set to be unveiled at the 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, is generating significant buzz among iPhone users and tech enthusiasts alike. With promises of groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) integration, iOS 18 is poised to redefine the iPhone experience like never before.Anticipated FeaturesThe highlight of iOS 18 lies in its AI-powered features, with reports suggesting the inclusion of four innovative functionalities, including large language models (LLMS) and a groundbreaking generative AI app named iWork. Apple CEO Tim Cook's recent hints about the company's ambitious plans for generative AI have only fueled the excitement surrounding the update, reported CNET. However, iOS 18's transformative capabilities come with a...
iPhone users, this app will help you lock all apps with Face ID and even hide them
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iPhone users, this app will help you lock all apps with Face ID and even hide them

[ad_1] In a world where privacy is necessary, iOS users have long awaited a solution to safeguard and conceal their apps. While Face ID and Touch ID offer some protection, not every app supports these features, leaving gaps in security. Enter "App Lock" – a straightforward yet robust app designed to fortify your iPhone and iPad privacy. Let's explore how this innovative tool works and why it's a game-changer for iOS users.App Lock: A Comprehensive Privacy SolutionApp Lock fills the void left by iOS's native app-locking capabilities. With this app, users can not only lock apps with biometrics but also completely hide them from view. Gone are the days of worrying about unauthorized access to sensitive apps – App Lock puts you in control of your device's privacy settings. Also read: Apple ...
Apple may soon offer ‘topographic maps’ on iPhone, Macbook: What is it and all details
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Apple may soon offer ‘topographic maps’ on iPhone, Macbook: What is it and all details

[ad_1] Apple may be about to introduce topographic maps to its Apple Maps app across various platforms, including iOS 18, macOS 15, and visionOS 2. This information comes from a recent analysis of code by MacRumors, suggesting that the tech giant is preparing to enhance its navigation offerings.Features of Topographic MapsTopographic maps, first introduced with watchOS 10, provide users with information crucial for outdoor activities like hiking. These maps include trails, contour lines, elevation data, and points of interest, offering users accurate navigation tools to explore the outdoors with confidence. While the feature was initially exclusive to Apple Watch, the company has been steadily expanding its support for topographic maps across the United States. Now, it seems Apple is pl...
Moonly app introduces AI dream interpreter for iPhone; Know how ‘The Dreamer’ works
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Moonly app introduces AI dream interpreter for iPhone; Know how ‘The Dreamer’ works

[ad_1] Have you ever woken in the middle of the night wondering about the dream you just had? Sometimes our dreams do not make any sense but our curious mind always demands an explanation for it. Therefore, to solve this problem, an astrology app called Moonly has announced an AI dream interpreter that gives users insight into their dreams in a meaningful manner. The AI interpreter provides in-depth information in the form of unique images so, users can easily understand what was the dream meant. The AI interpreter is called “The Dreamer” which generates responses based on user prompts. Know more about Moonly's AI feature.Moonly AI dream interpreterAccording to a 9To5Mac report, Moonly's AI dream interpreter is a trained Stable Diffusion model that is powered by OpenAI's ChatGPT. It col...
Latest Zoom update ends support for older iOS versions; Check if your iPhone is impacted
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Latest Zoom update ends support for older iOS versions; Check if your iPhone is impacted

[ad_1] Zoom app for Windows and other devices is bringing new features and updates to improve its performance. In its recent release, Zoom has revealed that it will be ending support for the older iOS versions which indicates that some iPhone models may not be compatible with the app. It is being said that the Zoom app will be suitable for devices containing iOS 13 and newer versions. Therefore, if your iPhone is not updated to iOS 13, you will not be able to use the Zoom app on it.Zoom for iPhoneAccording to the Zoom release, the app has rolled out changes including new features, updates and bug fixes. The report also highlights that the Zoom app will be ending support for iOS versions 11 and 12. Zoom said, “With next month's planned release, iOS users will need to upgrade to iOS 13 or...
WhatsApp update for iOS users rolled out; now share photos and videos in original quality
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WhatsApp update for iOS users rolled out; now share photos and videos in original quality

[ad_1] WhatsApp rolls out new features on a regular basis to cater to the needs of its users and make itself a more user-friendly social media app. Now, the latest WhatsApp update has rolled out a groundbreaking feature for iOS users. This feature will allow users to share photos and videos in their original, uncompressed quality. The official changelog accompanying the 23.24.73 update on iOS highlights this major enhancement, noting that users can now "easily send original quality media as a file." It will provide an alternative to the default compressed approach. Check here to know all about this new WhatsApp update.WhatsApp iOS updateWhatsApp has recently rolled out an exciting update for its iOS users. According to a report by WABeta Info, this feature was initially tested with a sm...
Meta, TikTok challenge incoming EU digital market law
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Meta, TikTok challenge incoming EU digital market law

[ad_1] Tech giants Meta and TikTok are contesting the scope of an EU law that from March will set new rules on competition in the digital marketplace.The European Commission has designated 22 big online companies as "core platform services" to be subject to additional scrutiny and obligations under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) aiming to crack down on anti-competitive practices. The list includes familiar brands ranging from social networks Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, to so-called "intermediation" apps such as Google Maps, Amazon Marketplace and Apple's AppStore, to operating systems iOS, Android and Windows and Google Search. Six tech titans behind the platforms -- US groups Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta and Microsoft, and Chinese group ByteDance -- have been labelled "gatekeepers"...
Meet Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno, the ex-Apple employees behind Humane and Ai Pin
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Meet Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno, the ex-Apple employees behind Humane and Ai Pin

[ad_1] Last week, San Francisco-based startup Humane, which is focused towards building artificial intelligence-powered gadgets, unveiled the Ai Pin, a gadget that is widely touted as having the potential to replace smartphones. The Ai Pin is a clothing-based wearable gadget, that can do tasks like a smartphone, but does not require the user to continuously interact with it or to download apps. Humane was founded by Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno, husband, and wife, who ventured into the entrepreneurial dream after working with Apple for years. Let us take a closer look at who they are.Who is Imran Chaudhri?Imran Chaudhri is the chairman and president of Humane. But his journey began in 1995 when he first joined Apple. He worked in the company as a designer and before leaving the ...
Apple Delays Work on Next Year’s iPhone, Mac Software to Fix Bugs
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Apple Delays Work on Next Year’s iPhone, Mac Software to Fix Bugs

[ad_1] In a rare move, Apple Inc. hit pause on development of next year's software updates for the iPhone, iPad, Mac and other devices so that it could root out glitches in the code. The delay, announced internally to employees last week, was meant to help maintain quality control after a proliferation of bugs in early versions, according to people with knowledge of the decision. Rather than adding new features, company engineers were tasked with fixing the flaws and improving the performance of the software, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the matter is private. A spokeswoman for the Cupertino, California-based company declined to comment.  Apple's software — famous for its clean interfaces, easy-to-use controls and focus on privacy — is one of its biggest selli...