Apple will issue software updates for HomePod with important bug fixes, performance improvements, and (hopefully) new features. Here’s how you will update yours.
Microsoft Edge embraces iPhone X in latest update
Microsoft Edge for iOS wasn’t packing iPhone X support when it hit the App Store late last month. But its latest update, available to download now, takes full advantage of that larger, sharper Super Retina HD display.
WhatsApp now supports picture-in-picture, plays YouTube
WhatsApp for iPhone just got a big update that makes it easier than ever to keep your conversations flowing.
The world’s most popular messaging app now supports picture-in-picture video playback, and plays YouTube videos without sending you to another app.
iOS 11.1.2 lets you use your iPhone X in cold weather
You can now use your iPhone X in cold weather, thanks to iOS 11.1.2. Apple’s latest update fixes an issue that causes Super Retina HD displays to become unresponsive when it gets chilly, as well as problems with Live Photos and video capturing.
Download iOS 11.1 now for new emojis and UI changes
iOS 11.1 is now available to all after more than a month of beta testing. The update brings a whole host of new emoji characters, new features, and improvements.
Leaked release notes reveal big watchOS 4.1 changes
Leaked release notes for the watchOS 4.1 golden master reveal big changes coming to Apple Watch. Alongside fixes for a whole bunch of bugs, Apple will finally add Apple Music streaming, the ability to listen to live radio on Beats 1, and GymKit.
Google Chrome for iOS gets new widgets, drag and drop
The best web browser on iOS just keeps getting better. Google has updated Chrome to add two new widgets for the Today screen, and drag and drop support for iPad. You’ll need to be running iOS 11 to make the most of it.
Twitter already supports iOS 11.1’s new emoji no one can see
Apple rolled out its second iOS 11.1 beta on Monday, adding a whole bunch of new emoji. Less than 24 hours later, those characters are already supported by Twitter — but hardly anyone can see them.
Apple brings back the App Store with alternative iTunes update
Apple has released an alternative version of iTunes that still includes the App Store, ringtones, and other features that were removed last month.
You can download and install iTunes version 12.6.3 for Mac and PC now — even if you have already upgraded to iTunes version 12.7.
Apple teases new emoji coming to iOS 11.1
Apple has revealed a whole bunch of new emoji coming with iOS 11.1. They’re all based on new additions to Unicode 10, and they will join the handful of characters Apple teased back in July for World Emoji Day.
Spark email app ensures you’ll never forget an important task
Spark, one of the finest third-party email clients for Mac and iOS, just got a big update that will ensure you never forget another important task.
The app, developed by the terrific team at Readdle, now boasts seamless integrations for popular reminders apps like Todoist, Wunderlist, Things, and even Apple’s own Reminders app.
ZCast update makes iPhone’s best podcasting platform better
ZCast, the app that makes podcasting from an iOS device easy, just got a big new update that makes it an even greater platform for publishing your own shows.
Version 3.0 gives users the ability to record in studio-quality audio, and support for social media embeds that allow fans to enjoy your content directly within tweets and Facebook posts.
Barclays customers can now make payments using Siri
Barclays is making it even easier for its customers to spend their hard-earned cash.
The latest update to its Mobile Banking app on iOS lets you use Siri to send money to any existing payee, but there is a limit to how much you can send with your voice.
iOS 10.3.3 update eliminates serious Wi-Fi vulnerability
Apple rolled out its latest iOS 10.3.3 update on Wednesday, and you should install it as quickly as possible if you haven’t already.
This release fixes a serious vulnerability in the Wi-Fi chips used in iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, which allows an attacker to remotely take control of your device over a wireless network.
WhatsApp brings expanded file sharing, chat pinning to iPhone
WhatsApp just rolled out a big update on iPhone that makes the world’s most popular messaging service even more useful.
Users can now pin chats to the top of their conversation list to make them easier to find, and share files of any kind with their friends and colleagues.
Boomerang network brings classic cartoons to Apple TV
The Boomerang network has updated its streaming app to add support for Apple TV. Users can enjoy classic cartoons like Tom & Jerry, Scooby-Doo, and The Flintstones on the big screen — so long as they cough up for a subscription.
Huge Pokémon GO update to bring better gyms, raid battles
Pokémon GO is getting a massive update this summer that will introduce a number of new features to make the game more accessible, more social, and more exciting.
Players can look forward to revamped gyms that give out gym badges, multiplayer raid battles, and lots more.
Twitter rolls out a massive redesign on mobile
Twitter has begun rolling out the latest version of its mobile apps today, introducing a big redesign that unifies the user experience across Android and iOS.
It’s prettier and easier to navigate, but it still doesn’t deliver the option to edit tweets.
Pokémon GO now punishes cheaters with bad monsters
If you think cheating is the easy way to get ahead in Pokémon GO, think again.
Developer Niantic just rolled out a new update that punishes cheaters by only allowing them to catch lousy monsters.
Readdle adds drag and drop between all its iPad apps
Readdle just rolled out big updates that give users the ability to drag and drop content between its entire lineup of awesome productivity apps on iPad. It’s never been easier to multitask and manage your most important files on the go.
The company has also updated Documents 6 to turn it into a “Finder on iOS.”
1Password can now lock down your data when you travel
1Password, the ultimate password management app for iOS, now makes your data even more secure when you travel.
Its new Travel Mode removes every vault from your devices except for those marked “safe for travel.” If you’re asked to unlock your smartphone or tablet at the border, only the passwords you really need will be exposed.
Developers can download Apple’s fifth iOS 10.3.2 beta now
Apple has seeded its fifth iOS 10.3.2 beta to registered developers.
It comes just three days after the fourth beta dropped, indicating Apple is close to making the update available to all.
Siri can now read out your WhatsApp messages
The latest WhatsApp update adds the ability to have Siri read aloud your WhatsApp messages.
You can also use the virtual assistant to compose and send replies, so urgent conversations can continue while you’re busy or driving, and you don’t even need to touch your iPhone.
Pebble update ensures your watch will work when services die
The original smartwatch maker is closing down after being acquired by Fitbit, but your Pebble watch will continue to work after all of its services are dead.
With its final update, Pebble has eliminated any reliance on online servers, ensuring your wearable will continue to function as normal when connected to your smartphone.
ESPN’s revamped Apple TV app brings more on-demand content
ESPN is rolling out its revamped Apple TV app today, with a fancy new interface and more on-demand content.
The new app shows a live-stream of one of ESPN’s networks when first launched, dropping you straight into the action — and it makes it easier to find your favorite content.