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Apple releases iOS 15.3.1, iPadOS 15.3.1 updates, focuses on Braille and security fixes

Late last week, Apple releases its iOS 15.3.1 and iPadOS 15.3.1 updates. The updates include security fixes as well as a fix for a bug impacting Braille displays. Here are the specific details on the security fix:  WebKit Available for: iPhone 6s and later, iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 2 and later, iPad 5th generation and […]

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Apple announces forthcoming updates to AirTags firmware to address unwanted tracking, other concerns

Apple on Thursday announced that it will release updates to its AirTags tracking accessory with the purpose of cutting down on unwanted tracking. The updaTes will be implemented in a multi-phase rollout. In an upcoming software update, Apple plans to implement new privacy warnings that will show up during AirTag setup to thwart malicious use. […]

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“Silent AirTags” surface on eBay and Etsy, highlight privacy and legal concerns

This could be construed as concerning. According to PCMag, a number of Apple AirTag tracking devices with deactivated speakers have been spotted for sale on eBay and Etsy, raising privacy concerns about the risks of removing one of the AirTag’s safeguards. The modified AirTags, dubbed “Silent ‌AirTags‌,” have had their internal speaker removed so that […]

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iOS 15.4 beta hints at “Use Face ID with a Mask” feature

The first iOS 15.4 beta went out to the developer community, and appears to offer an option to enable Face ID when wearing a mask without the need to have an Apple Watch. What’s even better about this feature is that it works with Apple Pay and even apps. The “Use Face ID With a […]

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Apple releases iOS 15.3, iPadOS 15.3 software updates

On a day filled with copious software updates, Apple on Wednesday released both its iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15/3 software updates. The updates feature no user-facing features and instead focus on bug fixes and improvements. The new update addresses a Safari security vulnerability, likely the fingerprinting bug that allowed websites to track your browsing history through your […]