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iOS 17 to allow for Apple Maps data to be downloaded and viewed offline

A long-awaited feature is en route to iOS 17. Apple Maps will finally catch up to Google Maps on iOS 17 by allowing iPhone users to download maps for offline use. iOS 17 will be released to the public later this year for the iPhone XS and newer and is currently available in beta for […]

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Apple Maps now features cycling directions for all 50 U.S. states

If you’re effectively one with your bicycle, you’re going to like this. Per Apple Maps enthusiast Justin Obeirne, Apple Maps cycling directions are now officially available in all 50 states. In terms of holdouts, it was Hawaii that was the last to receive directions. According to Obeirneā€™s tracker, Hawaii was finally added in August. As […]

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Apple launches Mobility Trends Reports to as part of effort to provide medical/movement data to local governments, health authorities

Apple on Tuesday announced the release of its new mobility data trends tool that distributes information collected from Apple Maps to help provide insights to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The information will be sent out to local governments and health authorities that can make use of the data as needed. Apple believes that the […]

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Second annual Apple Watch Thanksgiving Challenge to take place this Thursday

If you have an Apple Watch, this Thanksgiving will push you a little further. Similar to last year, Apple will again host an Apple Watch Thanksgiving Challenge. On Thursday, November 23rd, you can record a 5K walking, running, or wheelchair workout with Appleā€™s Workout app or a third-party app that integrates with Health.

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Some Apple Watch users complain of irregular heart rate readings after more intense workouts

It might be time for a firmware update/bug fix for the Apple Watch. A number of Apple Watch owners have reported inconsistent or inaccurate heart rate measurements while exercising, with some saying issues have continued even after receiving replacement watches from Apple, calling into question one of the wearable’s signature features. The issue, which Apple […]