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The article titled "Mac 911" provides solutions to common Mac problems. It discusses how to use the Visual Look Up feature in the Photos app to identify objects such as art, plants, animals, and landmarks. It also explains how to lock and unlock hidden albums in the Photos app for privacy purposes. Additionally, the article offers a solution for when the sidebar disappears in the Finder window. Lastly, it provides guidance on finding and redownloading iPhone apps that are no longer available in the App Store. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses various third-party video apps for iPhone that offer manual controls and additional features for professional video makers. The apps mentioned include Blackmagic Camera, Camera (Apple's iOS Camera app), Cinema P3 Pro Camera, Final Cut Camera, Kino, and Filmic Pro 7. Each app has its own set of features, such as focus peaking, manual exposure control, variable zoom speed, creative filters, and stabilisation. The article provides a brief overview of each app's capabilities and highlights their strengths and limitations. It also includes a table comparing the apps based on various specifications. [Extracted from the article]

Apple is set to release iPadOS 18 alongside other software updates in 2024. The update is highly anticipated by iPad owners who hope for improved productivity features that can rival laptops. The previous update, iPadOS 17, introduced a new Lock Screen, improved Health app, better PDF support in the Notes app, and enhancements to the Messages app. Rumored features for iPadOS 18 include advancements in AI, a potential Journal app, and improvements to Siri. The update is expected to be announced in June at WWDC and released in September. Compatible devices are likely to include the iPad mini 5th-gen, iPad 6th-gen, iPad Air 3rd-gen or later, and iPad Pro models. [Extracted from the article]

CERTIFICATE PROGRAM A common critique of Apple's proprietary connectors is that they simply existed for Apple to make money, via its MFi (née Made for iPod) certification program. On its MFi FAQ page, Apple specifically says that certain accessories do not fall under the program, including "USB-C charging accessories and USB Device Class accessories." IOS CENTRAL One of the biggest points of anticipation around this year's iPhone models (fave.co/3Qf6z0Y) was the transition from Apple's proprietary Lightning port to the USB-C standard. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the iPhone Operating System (iPadOS) 17 update, which includes new customization options, including Lock Screen with widgets, a Health app optimized for iPads, an overhauled Messages app, and the creation of Live Stickers from photos. It highlights features like AutoFill for Portable Document Format (PDFs), collaborative annotation in Notes, FaceTime enhancements, Freeform tools, and offline maps, making the iPad experience more versatile and efficient.

Apple Inc. has announced that it will allow third parties to use the iPhone's payment chip for transactions, enabling banks and other services to compete with Apple Pay. This move comes after pressure from regulators, including those in the European Union. The NFC chip will be available for in-store payments, transit fares, work badges, and more. However, developers will still need to pay fees and enter into a commercial agreement with Apple to access the chip. The program will be rolled out in several countries, but it is unclear if it will be available in the European Union. [Extracted from the article]

Shares of Apple Inc.'s suppliers, including Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Murata Manufacturing Co., LG Innotek Co., and Luxshare Precision Industry Co., slumped after Berkshire Hathaway Inc. nearly halved its stake in Apple. Berkshire Hathaway sold $75.5 billion worth of Apple stock in the second quarter, leading to a record cash pile for Warren Buffett's firm. The decline in supplier stocks came amid a broader market selloff and concerns about the timing of Apple's upcoming AI features. [Extracted from the article]

Apple plans to delay the release of artificial intelligence (AI) features for the iPhone and iPad, according to reports. The company intends to distribute Apple Intelligence to consumers through software updates by October, a few weeks after the initial release of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 in September. Apple also plans to make Apple Intelligence available to software developers for early testing through betas of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1. The AI features will be compatible with devices such as the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPad, and Mac with the M1 chip and later generations. This decision follows Apple's postponement of three new AI features due to European Union regulations. [Extracted from the article]

Apple Inc.'s upcoming artificial intelligence features will be delayed and will not be included in the initial launch of the iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 software updates. The company plans to release Apple Intelligence to customers in October, a few weeks after the initial software releases in September. However, Apple will make Apple Intelligence available to software developers for early testing through iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 betas. The delay is due to concerns over the stability of the AI features, and Apple aims to ensure a smooth consumer release by ironing out issues with developer support. The full set of Apple Intelligence features will be rolled out through multiple updates to iOS 18 over the next year. [Extracted from the article]

Huawei Technologies is considering implementing a commission on in-app purchases made through its Harmony mobile operating system, as it seeks to compete with Apple in the Chinese smartphone market. The commission would be lower than the typical 30% charged by Apple and Google for payments made through their mobile stores. Huawei has been discussing a fee of around 20% with game developers, although no final decision has been made. Huawei's Harmony OS has gained traction in China, surpassing iOS in terms of market share, and the company has seen increased demand for its 5G smartphones. [Extracted from the article]

Huawei Technologies is considering implementing fees for in-app purchases on its Harmony mobile operating system, as it seeks to compete with Apple in the Chinese smartphone market. The company is contemplating a commission lower than the standard 30% charged by Apple and Google for payments made through their mobile stores. Huawei has previously offered Harmony OS fee-free to attract developers and publishers. While Huawei's plans are not yet finalized, the move indicates the company's confidence in its user and developer base. Huawei's Harmony OS has gained market share in China, surpassing iOS in the January-March period. [Extracted from the article]

Apple Inc. will be hosting its annual Worldwide Developers Conference from June 10 to June 14, where it is expected to unveil its long-awaited artificial intelligence (AI) strategy. The conference will be held online for free, with the opening day announcements taking place in-person at Apple's campus in Cupertino, California. The company's new AI strategy will be a key focus of the planned iOS 18 upgrade, which is said to be the most ambitious overhaul of the iPhone's software in its history. Apple is also in talks with potential partners like Google and OpenAI to provide generative AI services, although it will not be debuting its own AI chatbot. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses three different topics in the tech industry. The first topic is about a new dating app called Volar, where users create dating profiles by messaging with a chatbot. However, Wired's experience with the app went off track when the chatbot started asking strange questions and making up details. The second topic is about Apple's response to new European laws that require them to open up their App Store. While Apple will allow sideloading of apps, they are adding a "core technology fee" for developers who take that route, which has received criticism. The final topic is about former Google CEO Eric Schmidt's involvement in building a "kamikaze drone" startup that uses AI to target and bypass defense systems. Schmidt sees these drones as a way to defeat Russia and future enemies. [Extracted from the article]

INTERNET Sync bookmarks across different browsers Most major browsers let you sync bookmarks to copies of the same browser you are running on other devices. Workshops & Tips TIP OF THE FORTNIGHT Delay your screen recordings in ShareX I've been using ShareX (https:// getsharex.com) to take screenshots since reading your Workshop on it in Issue 657 (page 38). I eventually picked Floccus (https://floccus.org), which is a browser add-on, available for Chromium-based browsers and Firefox (though it doesn't seem to work with Firefox's own bookmark tags). [Extracted from the article]

Even the Key2 (fave.co/3HOFkUR), which was based on Android and had a touchscreen (and also is no longer supported), stubbornly stuck to its tiny physical keyboard, which was once the handset's trademark feature, so much so that it was one of the main reasons why then-parent company Research In Motion paid little mind to Apple's iPhone. But instead the company stuck to its keyboard guns while the iPhone and Android phones passed it by. How the iPhone killed BlackBerry (and why it didn't have to happen). [Extracted from the article]

What if Apple allowed other payment systems to operate within other apps, alongside Apple's own system? I suspect that a lot of developers would continue to use Apple's in-app purchase system, even if they had another choice, because of its relatively frictionless interactions and the fact that Apple handles pretty much everything on the back end. Apple's inventions to boost Mac security might be a way for Apple to at least mitigate a future where the App Store was not the only way to add software to an iPhone or iPad. [Extracted from the article]

Apple is making significant changes to its iOS, Safari, and App Store offerings in the European Union (EU) in response to new antitrust rules. These changes include allowing customers to download software from outside the App Store, using alternative payment systems, and choosing a new default web browser. The overhaul is a response to the EU's Digital Markets Act, which imposes strict restrictions on large tech firms. While the changes may undermine Apple's emphasis on user security, the company is implementing technologies and policies to minimize risks. The shift could impact Apple's services revenue, which has been a key area of growth for the company. [Extracted from the article]

(Bloomberg) -- 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. Federighi's policies have helped: Apple software releases have been less buggy in recent years, and fewer features had to be delayed. [Extracted from the article]

Google's Pixel phones now offer longer software support and better value than Apple's iPhones, according to a recent analysis. While Apple has never made explicit promises about the length of software support for its iPhones, a new regulation in the UK forced the company to disclose that its top-of-the-line iPhone 15 Pro Max will receive five years of software updates. In contrast, Google's Pixel phones come with a seven-year support commitment, making them more cost-effective over their lifespan. This shift in the market perception highlights the importance of underlying operating system updates for privacy, security, and performance, rather than just surface-level features. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers step-by-step instructions for turning off location tracking on the iPhone smartphone and iPad tablet computer.

The author discusses the influence of digital personal assistants such as Siri from technology company Apples's iPhone, arguing that it may have negative effects. Topics include the human psychological reaction to disembodied voices, the developmental psychology experiments of Peter Kahn of the University of Washington using robots, and companies' collection of data through voice command services.

As part of the overhaul, the company will discontinue its dedicated apps on the Apple TV set-top box that let users rent and buy movies and shows. (Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. will redesign its TV app in a step toward consolidating the company's various video offerings later this year, according to people with knowledge of the matter, part of its efforts to become a bigger player in the streaming world. [Extracted from the article]

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella testified Monday about his company's negotiations to persuade Apple to make Bing the default search engine on the Safari browser rather than Google. (Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. held talks with DuckDuckGo to replace Alphabet Inc.'s Google as the default search engine for the private mode on Apple's Safari browser, but ultimately rejected the idea. [Extracted from the article]

The update, called iOS 17.0.3, is available as an over-the-air fix in the software update section of the iPhone settings app. (Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. rolled out a software update Wednesday to address an overheating issue that plagued some early buyers of the iPhone 15 Pro line. [Extracted from the article]

In his testimony, Giannandrea said Google will still be the default search engine for Safari in private mode, which doesn't keep a history of the websites a user visits. (Bloomberg) -- John Giannandrea, a former top Google executive who decamped to Apple Inc. to head its artificial intelligence business, pointed out a quiet change in the latest iPhone software update that allows users to select a search engine other than Google's when browsing the internet in private mode. [Extracted from the article]

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses articles in the update going wrong has significantly decreased with the latest iPhone Operating System (iPadOS) update issue on topics including Encouragement for Immediate Update, New Features, Enhanced App Experience on iPad and others.

The article discusses voice recognition programs for portable electronic devices such as the Siri application for the iPhone that use artificial intelligence for information management and task scheduling functions. An overview of the two major facets of computer speech recognition is presented, grammar-based command recognition and language-based dictation. In addition to voice recognition technologies, these programs need to be able to organize and learn context for the spoken data. Also explored is the assessment of user satisfaction, as well as task completion, when using the Siri interface.

Apple and Google have announced plans to bring Apple's Find My network to Android devices. This collaboration aims to prevent unauthorized use of Bluetooth location-tracking devices and provide support for both platforms. The Find My network allows users to locate lost or stolen devices and protect against unwanted tracking. While the system has some limitations, such as device detectability and law enforcement response, the partnership between Apple and Google is expected to address these concerns. Android users will now be able to track their devices using the Find My network, which will expand its capabilities beyond Apple devices. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents questions and answers related to the cookie problem in the browser Safari for MacOS, problems in the iCloud photo library storage and restoring old phone content in an iPhone.

The article presents a setup guide for iPhone X which suggests the necessary activities to be kept in mind to ensure smooth functioning of the device. It mentions need for backing up and restoring the data from the old phone. It also offers instructions for setting up face ID feature and Apple pay services along with customizing the control center along with updating the software.

The article offers information on topics related to Face ID, a technology that unlocks iPhone X smartphone through infrared and visible light scans that identify face. Topics mentioned include the enrollment tips for Face ID, the technological innovations in smartphones, and the security measures for Face ID. Also mentioned was the importance of Face ID, according to consumer electronics company Apple Inc.

(Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. unveiled overhauled versions of its iPhone and iPad software, adding new features that let users make diary entries and turn their idle phones into smart displays. Unlike with the iPhone and iPad, apps have been less successful on Apple's smartwatch, and this transition was previously reported by Bloomberg. [Extracted from the article]

(Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. unveiled an overhauled version of its iPhone and iPad software, adding new features that let users make diary entries and turn their idle phones into a smart display. The annual WWDC event is a showcase for Apple's latest software - and an attempt to keep both its developers and customers locked in to its product ecosystem. [Extracted from the article]

(Bloomberg) -- Providers of internet-connected technology -- from Apple iPhone software to baby monitors -- will have to meet new cybersecurity requirements in the European Union or face fines and possibly have the product taken off the market, according to a draft proposal seen by Bloomberg. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Workshops & Tips TIP OF THE FORTNIGHT Find and remove files with long names I've been using SearchMyFiles ever since you suggested it way back in Issue 565 (page 20) as a way of finding files in a disorganised hard drive. It gives you various options including dragging files to certain places as and when you want, thereby letting you move files of a similar topic at the same time, despite their actual file names. SOFTWARE Organise PC files using XYplorer I read Issue 634's How To on organising files in Windows (page 35), and would like to recommend the software XYplorer (www.xyplorer.com - see screenshot above right). [Extracted from the article]

The article reviews the mobile game Causality, a puzzle game for iPhone smartphone.

The article reviews Apple Music in iTunes from Apple.