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New firmware update offers audio sharing feature for Beats Studio Pro headphones

Apple on Wednesday released a firmware update that introduces support for audio sharing on the Beats Studio Pro headphones, a feature that was not initially available at launch. The audio sharing feature is designed to allow two people to listen to music from an iPhone or iPad. The Beats Studio Pro headphones were introduced in […]

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Researchers discover two Bluetooth security flaws that can affect any device from 2014 on

This is one of those things that make you cringe and hope there’s a firmware update to resolve it in the works. Two recently-discovered Bluetooth security flaws allow attackers to hijack the connections of all devices using Bluetooth 4.2 to 5.4, a range that encompasses all devices between late 2014 and now. AirDrop is also […]

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Apple releases updated firmware for USB-C Apple Pencil

If you snagged Apple’s recently-released USB-C Apple Pencil, which debuted last week, there’s already a new firmware version for it. The new firmware, which has a revision number of 10M5164, has not had a feature list as to what new features, fixes, or updates might not be included in the new firmware. Apple, in turn, […]

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Apple announces third-generation Apple Pencil, complete with USB-C charging port, other new features

Apple on Tuesday announced its third-generation Apple Pencil for iPad, the new unit arriving with a matte finish, a hidden, USB-C charging port, and a lower price point of $79. The new $79 Apple Pencil joins the Apple Pencil (2nd generation) and the Apple Pencil (1st generation) as a more affordable alternative. In terms of […]

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Some users report connectivity issues between third-generation Apple TV 4K and Siri Remote

This is why they release software and firmware updates on occasion. A number of third-generation Apple TV 4K owners are reporting connection issues between the Siri Remote and the set top box. According to comments on Reddit, the issues are only temporarily resolved by either restarting the remote or power cycling the set-top box. The […]