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Apple clarifies upcoming Siri third-party audio app defaults for iOS 14.5

If you’re not crazy about Apple Music, it looks like iOS 14.5 will allow you to specify a third-party music player to use with Siri. Per TechCrunch, this option may become available, albeit it’s a bit more complicated than a simple default music toggle switch within the operating system. There is no option to choose […]

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Leaked screenshots indicate iPhone 12 Pro Max could feature 120Hz Display, LiDAR Functionality

According to screenshots leaked by noted leaker John Prosser, a test model of the upcoming 6.7-inch iPhone 12 Pro Max indicates that the handset could feature a 120Hz display as well as a LiDAR scanner. The screenshots are said to be from a PVT (Production Validation Test) model of the handset, and featured settings include […]

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New iOS 13.5 beta adds feature capable of sharing Medical ID information during emergency calls

With the COVID-19 pandemic, some interesting changes are coming to iOS. In addition to Face ID changes for mask usage, a feature spotted in the new iOS 13.5 beta allows for sharing Medical ID information. The feature prompts users to review their Medical ID settings when opening the Health app, introducing options to share Medical […]

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iPhone XS hotspot bug fix emerges, cause of issue currently unknown

A number of people have stated that they’ve experienced an iPhone XS hotspot bug in which the device appears to try to initiate a hotspot. The issue was described as follows by Christina Warren:

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Apple releases iPhone battery replacement pricing following 2018

Following the BatteryGate controversy of last year, Apple reduced official battery repairs to $29 each through 2018, down from $79. The company has now updated its web site with details of what will happen from January 1st, 2019. In short, the prices will be going back up, but will still be cheaper than they had […]