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Apple releases AirTags firmware update, specific changes have yet to be announced

Apple’s AirTags devices have just received a new firmware update, albeit it’s unknown what exact changes it provides. The internal build number has been moved from 1A291c to 1A291a, the change arriving only a week after the previous iteration was released. Per MacRumors: We don’t know what’s included in the new firmware and no new […]

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OtterBox releases Power Swap Controller Batteries for Xbox One, Xbox X | S controllers

If you’re using an Xbox controller with your Mac, iOS, or iPadOS device, this is going to come in handy. Accessory maker OtterBox has released its Power Swap Controller Batteries. The batteries function as quick-release units the swap on the fly with one hand. Features include: Reserve energy cell sustains controller power while you swap […]

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Apple releases AirPods Max firmware version 3C39, works to address battery drain issues with update

If you snagged Apple’s AirPods Max wireless headphones, this may help. Apple on Tuesday released version 3C39 of its AirPods Max firmware. The update is thought to address battery drain issues reported by some customers and replaces firmware version 3C16, which originally shipped with the AirPods Max units. Unlike other Apple software updates, there isn’t […]

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iOS 14.5 beta code hints at feature that allows for Face ID use while wearing masks

This could be what you’ve been waiting for. In the wake of the pandemic and the need for wearing face masks in public, iPhone users have had to forego using Face ID to quickly unlock their iOS devices, and have needed to type in their number passcodes on the fly. This has been annoying. Recent […]

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Apple releases additional macOS Supplemental Update for macOS 10.15.6 Catalina, addresses Wi-Fi, iCloud Drive bugs

You can’t knock a timely update. Apple on Thursday released a new supplemental update to macOS 10.15.6 Catalina. The update addresses issues with Wi-Fi and iCloud. The latest macOS 10.15.6 Supplemental Update arrives about one month after a previous update patched bugs related to virtualization and waking from sleep. The update fixes a bug that prevents […]