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YouTuber locates, publishes hack that allows some non-Chinese market iPhones to use dual-SIM support

If you own an iPhone XR, iPhone 11, or iPhone 12, you may be able to perform a dual-SIM hack on it. This allows users to insert two nano-SIMS, even if they’re from different wireless carriers, into the handset and use them. While this feature is currently only available in China, and Apple doesn’t provide […]

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Apple releases watchOS 7.6 update, adds ECG support for Apple Watch Series 4 units in additional regions

Following the release of iOS 14.7 on Monday, Apple also released watchOS 7.6 the same day. The new operating system adds assorted fixes and changes, its most significant change adding ECG support for the Apple Watch Series 4 and irregular heart rhythm notifications to 30 more regions. To update your Apple Watch, open the watch […]

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Linux kernel updated to 5.13, adds preliminary support for Apple M1 Silicon hardware

If you’ve been tinkering with Linux, you’re going to like this. The Linux 5.13 kernel, which is currently shipping under the code name “Opossums on Parade” has been updated, complete with preliminary support for Apple’s M1 Silicon hardware. Per the press release: Linux 5.13 brings initial but still early support for the Apple M1 with […]

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Google Nest to function on HomeKit through Matter protocol, other products could be supported later this year

It looks like HomeKit will be able to chat with Google’s Android and Nest products. Matter, the Apple-backed smart home protocol, is en route to Google’s products, meaning HomeKit will be able to communicate with devices such as the Nest Thermostat. Matter, which was formed by a consortium of tech companies, offers communication with devices […]

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VMware fusion currently unable to run x86 virtual machines on Apple SIlicon hardware, tech preview in the works to resolve issue

The conversion to Apple Silicon hardware marks a huge step, and a number of software companies are working to catch up. VMware announced on Tuesday that its VMware Fusion software doesn’t currently support installing or running x86 virtual machines on M1-based Macs. The company explained that it is currently working to support the new hardware: […]