Top Reasons to Download the iOS 18 Beta on Your iPhone Today

If you’ve been eagerly waiting to try iOS 18 since Apple showcased it in June but hesitated due to potential bugs, now is the time to take the plunge. The current iOS 18 beta is nearly final—and it’s impressively stable. By installing it on your iPhone today, you’ll be ahead of your friends and colleagues…

By Andrej Kovacevic 26th August 2024

EU iPhones Will Soon Allow Changing Default Phone and Messaging Apps

Apple is set to introduce new customization options for iPhone and iPad users in the European Union, allowing them to choose default apps for phone calls, messaging, keyboards, password managers, and more. This change will be rolled out later this year in a new “Default Apps” section within the Settings app. In addition to these…

By Andrej Kovacevic 22nd August 2024

Apple iOS 18: Public Release Schedule, Eligible iPhones, and New Features

Apple has released iOS 18 in developer beta, with the first public beta version now available. This rollout aligns with Apple’s annual release schedule for its new iPhone operating system. If Apple continues this trend, the first stable public release of iOS 18 could happen after the launch of the next-generation iPhone series, likely in…

By Andrej Kovacevic 28th July 2024

Apple Intelligence May Not Boost iPhone 16 Sales

Apple recently unveiled its latest AI features, sparking significant interest among many users. However, these features require an iPhone 15 Pro or the upcoming iPhone 16 models, set to launch later this year. Initial speculations suggested that these AI advancements could boost iPhone 16 sales. However, caution is advised, as one analyst predicts that iPhone…

By Andrej Kovacevic 19th July 2024

Google Maps Adds Speedometer, Speed Limits to iPhone and CarPlay

Google Maps Adds Speedometer, Speed Limits to iPhone and CarPlay Google Maps has introduced speedometer and speed limits on iOS and CarPlay — over five years after their debut on Android — to help iPhone users avoid speeding tickets while driving. Techloot has exclusively learned that Google has started rolling out speedometers and speed limits…

By Andrej Kovacevic 9th July 2024

Emojis Get Smarter: Apple’s Next Leap with Generative AI

Apple is on the brink of revolutionizing how we use emojis, taking them beyond mere graphics to AI-powered expressions. Here’s how that could change our messaging. Artificial intelligence might soon transform our interaction with notifications and web content, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggests. With iOS 18, Apple aims to add a splash of fun to the…

By Andrej Kovacevic 27th May 2024

Why iOS 17.5’s Surprising Bug Might Make You Rethink Upgrading

Apple iOS 17.5 Major iPhone Software Release: Should You Upgrade? The latest iPhone software update, iOS 17.5, was released on Monday, May 13. Normally, I’d have shared an analysis of the update’s reception sooner, but there’s been an unexpected issue: some users have reported seeing long-deleted photos reappearing. Please note, I’ll update this post on…

By Andrej Kovacevic 19th May 2024

PayPal Dispatches ‘Tap to Pay’ on iPhone for U.S. Businesses Utilizing Venmo and Zettle

PayPal has announced today the launch of “Tap to Pay” for merchants using an iPhone via the Venmo and Zettle applications in the U.S. PayPal, the owner of both Venmo and Zettle, states that the feature will enable businesses to accept contactless card and digital wallet payments directly on their iPhones at no additional cost…

By Andrej Kovacevic 13th March 2024

What Can You Expect From the Apple Event?

For technology and gadget fans, an Apple event is like Christmas. However, the rumors surrounding the event, happening this September 12th, suggest that the Apple equivalent of Santa Claus appears to have more than just iPhone presents to share with the good boys and girls across the globe. In fact, you may find yourself adding…

By Steph Freeman 12th September 2018

2018’s Most Exciting Smartphone Developments and Releases

It’s almost time to start looking into what phones you should be excited about in the next few months.

By Andrej Kovacevic 20th March 2018

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