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Author: Vikhyat
Vikhyat
Vikhyat has a bachelor's degree in Electronic and Communication Engineering and over five years of writing experience. His passion for technology and Apple products led him to the tech writing space, where he specializes in writing App features, How-to guides, and troubleshooting guides for fellow Apple users. When not typing away on his MacBook Pro, he loves exploring the real world.
Apple sues OpenAI over alleged theft of AI hardware trade secrets
Apple has filed a lawsuit accusing OpenAI of misappropriating trade secrets related to its AI hardware efforts. OpenAI denies the allegations and says it develops its technology independently.
This Snapchat trick makes emojis follow objects in your videos
Give your Snapchat videos a fun twist by making emojis follow anything that moves.
Apple’s M7 Ultra could support up to 1.5TB of unified memory, report says
A new report claims Apple’s M7 Ultra is being engineered to support up to 1.5TB of unified memory, potentially matching the maximum RAM configuration of the 2019 Intel Mac Pro.
Apple’s $250 million Siri AI settlement moves forward: Here’s what you need to know
Apple's proposed $250 million Siri AI settlement has moved a step closer to approval. Here's who may qualify, how much eligible users could receive, and when claims are expected to open.
iPhone 18 Pro Max Production Costs Could rise sharply due to memory prices
A new Counterpoint Research estimate suggests the iPhone 18 Pro Max will cost significantly more to manufacture due to rising NAND, DRAM, and next-generation chip costs.
I stopped using scanner apps after finding this Google Drive feature
I replaced my scanner app with Google Drive's built-in document scanner. Learn how it automatically scans, edits, backs up, and saves documents as PDFs.
iOS 27 makes it easier to share iPhone albums with Android
iOS 27 makes Shared Albums more useful by letting Android users view and add photos through an iCloud link. Here's how to share albums across iPhone and Android.
Apple Health adds menopause tracking in iOS 27. Here’s how it works
Apple Health now supports menopause tracking in iOS 27, making it easier to log symptoms, monitor health trends, and gain personalized insights. Here’s how to set it up and use it on your iPhone.
WhatsApp is testing birthday notifications for contacts on Android
WhatsApp is developing birthday notifications for Android, allowing users to receive in-app reminders when their contacts celebrate a birthday.
Apple TV scores 89 nominations at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards
Apple TV has earned 89 nominations at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, with Shrinking, Slow Horses, Pluribus, and Widow’s Bay leading the way.
Meta introduces Muse Image, its first Superintelligence Labs AI generator
Meta has launched Muse Image, its first AI image generator from Meta Superintelligence Labs, bringing AI-powered image creation to the Meta AI app, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
Apple just closed my favorite free iCloud storage trick in iOS 27
One of my favorite free iCloud storage tricks no longer works for new Shared Albums in iOS 27. Here's what changed and a simple tip to keep using the old workaround.
Meta has been tracking your activity across other apps and websites. Here’s how to stop it
Meta can use activity shared by other apps and websites to personalize ads on Facebook and Instagram. Here’s how to turn off the Activity from other businesses setting and limit that tracking.
What’s new with watchOS 27 beta 3
watchOS 27 beta 3 finally enables Siri AI on supported Apple Watch models, while also introducing a dedicated Siri app, Dynamic App Grid integration, and additional refinements.
Everything new in iOS 27 beta 3
iOS 27 beta 3 adds Siri voice customization, Live Recognition, AirPods Adaptive controls, Photos improvements, 5G+ support in India, and other refinements.
Foldable iPhone Ultra could follow iPhone X launch strategy, Kuo says
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes Apple could launch the foldable iPhone Ultra using the same strategy it used for the iPhone X, with a September announcement followed by delayed pre-orders.
iCloud+ users are getting two new Apple Intelligence perks with iOS 27
iCloud+ subscribers are getting new Apple Intelligence benefits in iOS 27, including higher AI usage limits and smarter HomeKit Secure Video features.
Volkswagen preparing Apple Wallet car key support, code suggests
Volkswagen could soon support Apple Wallet car keys, allowing drivers to lock, unlock, and start compatible vehicles with an iPhone or Apple Watch.
I started using Snapchat’s Arrival Notifications instead of texting “I’m here”
I replaced the usual “I’m here” text with Snapchat’s Arrival Notifications. After using it for a while, I found it to be faster, easier, and surprisingly useful.
Apple’s 2027 roadmap includes new iPad Pro models and a redesigned MacBook Pro
Bloomberg reports that Apple is preparing four new iPad Pro models and a redesigned entry-level MacBook Pro for 2027, alongside the debut of its next-generation M7 chip.
Apple asks suppliers to build 10 million foldable iPhone Ultra models
Apple has reportedly increased foldable iPhone Ultra production to 10 million units, signaling strong confidence in demand ahead of its expected launch later this year.
I made my iPhone ring even on silent. This Shortcut is a lifesaver
Keep your iPhone on Silent Mode? This Apple Shortcut automatically turns off Silent Mode and sets the volume to maximum, making it much easier to find a misplaced iPhone.
New iPhone 18 Pro leak offers another look at dark cherry color
A newly leaked iPhone 18 Pro SIM tray adds more weight to rumors that Apple will introduce a new Dark Cherry finish for its 2026 Pro lineup.
WhatsApp usernames are coming, and you can reserve yours now
WhatsApp has started rolling out username reservations ahead of username-based messaging, allowing users to secure a unique username before the feature launches globally.
What’s new in the Reminders app in iOS 27? I tried every feature
The Reminders app in iOS 27 gets smarter with natural language input, improved grocery lists, better Siri integration, and new Shortcuts actions. Here’s everything new after testing the update.
WhatsApp fixes bug that let users detect when they were blocked
WhatsApp has fixed a server-side bug that allowed users to determine whether they had been blocked by checking the app’s automatic encryption verification.
I tried the Calendar app in iOS 27. These new features actually save time
The Calendar app in iOS 27 gets smarter with Apple Intelligence, making it easier to create, manage, and organize events using natural language, Siri, and camera-based timetable import.
Apple may skip M6 Pro and M6 Max, and here’s why
Apple is reportedly reshaping its Apple silicon roadmap by skipping the M6 Pro and M6 Max, focusing instead on AI-optimized M7 chips expected to arrive in 2027.
Apple raises prices on Macs, iPads, Vision Pro, and more amid memory chip shortage
Apple has raised prices on Macs, iPads, Vision Pro, Apple TV, and HomePod, citing soaring memory and storage chip costs driven by growing demand for AI infrastructure.
Google Search is now saving some of your uploads. Here’s how to stop it
Google Search can now save photos and audio files you upload while using certain search features. Here’s how to disable the setting and keep future uploads from being stored.