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  • Apple releases iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13.4, updates

    You’ve been hankering for its arrival.

    And it’s here.

    Apple on Tuesday released its iOS 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4 operating systems. The updates, which weigh in at several hundred megabyte downloads, offer the following fixes, changes, and new features:

    • New cursor design highlights app icons and other UI elements.
    • Magic Keyboard for iPad support on iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation or later) and iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation or later)
    • Magic Mouse, Magic Mouse 2, Magic Trackpad, Magic Trackpad 2, and third-party Bluetooth and USB mouse support
    • iCloud Drive folder sharing from the Files app
    • Mail: Always-visible controls to delete, move, reply to, or compose a message in conversation view
    • AR Quick Look supports audio playback in USDZ files
    • Universal Purchase support enables the use of a singular purchase of a participating app across iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV
    • Nine new Memoji stickers, including Smiling Face with Hearts, Hands Pressed Together, and Party Face

    The updates, as always, can be downloaded and installed by going to Settings > General > Software Update.

    If you’ve had a chance to try the updates and have any feedback to offer, please let us know about your experience in the comments.

    Via The Mac Observer

  • iPadOS 13.4 code references hint at U1 chip included with 2020 iPad Pro

    It hasn’t been confirmed yet, but there’s evidence that points to Apple’s 2020 model iPad Pro featuring the very spiffy U1 chip.

    According to iPadOS code references, the new tablet features the U1 chip, which was also found in the iPhone 11. The U1 chip enables ultra-wideband radio spectrum to provide precise spatial awareness. UWB can be used to locate devices indoors and pinpoint locations with a higher degree of accuracy than GPS or Bluetooth.

    Applications for the U1 chip can include indoor mapping, device location with Find My, AirTags, sharing content with AirDrop, directionally-aware suggestions, and more.

    It also presents a huge boost for Augmented Reality, which the new iPad Pro is being marketed around.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via The Mac Observer and 9to5Mac

  • Rumor: Apple may be developing an iPad keyboard with built-in trackpad

    A new report published on Thursday posits that Apple may be planning to introduce an iPad keyboard complete with a built-in trackpad.

    While Apple has traditionally offered a Bluetooth keyboard for its iPads, iOS 13 added support for Bluetooth mice and keyboards. This latest rumor could tie into a previous rumor that the next Smart Keyboard could feature backlit keys and Apple’s new scissor switches.

    Such a move would be welcome given that there aren’t that many iPad keyboards currently on the market that sport a trackpad. One source close to the story said that Apple has been experimenting with iPad trackpads for years.

    Should the rumor prove true, there’s a chance that it could be released alongside the next-gen iPad Pro, which could emerge as soon as March 2020.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via The Mac Observer and The Information

  • Brydge announces Pro+ keyboard/trackpad for use with iPad Pro, standalone trackpad products

    These could be very cool.

    Accessory maker Brydge has announced two new products designed to close the gap between the iPad Pro and the MacBook Pro notebook.

    The company’s Pro+ keyboard for the iPad Pro offers a built-in trackpad as well as a similar look and feel to Apple’s notebooks. The Pro+ keyboard will arrive in two different sizes to fit the 11.9-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro, with its battery lasting for around three months and the trackpad supporting multi-touch as well.

    Brydge has also announced its standalone iPad OS trackpad to accompany the iPad Pro.

    Brydge has not stated as to exactly when the Pro+ keyboard will ship, but potential buyers can sign up to register their interest now. The Pro+ keyboard requires iPadOS 13 or later to install and run.

    The 11.9-inch Pro+ keyboard retails for $199.99 while the 12.9-inch version is priced at and $229.99.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via iMore and Brydge

  • Apple releases iOS 13.1.3, iPadOS 13.1.3 updates

    It was a day of updates as Apple released both iOS 13.1.3 and iPadOS 13.1.3 on Tuesday.

    The patches offer the following fixes and changes:

    Addresses an issue that could prevent a device from ringing or vibrating for an incoming call

    Fixes an issue that may prevent opening a meeting invite in Mail

    Resolves an issue where data in the Health app may not display correctly after daylight savings time adjusts

    Fixes an issue where Voice Memos recordings may not download after restoring from iCloud Backup

    Addresses an issue where apps might fail to download when restoring from ‌iCloud‌ Backup

    Fixes an issue that can prevent Apple Watch from pairing successfully

    Resolves an issue where notifications may not be received on ‌Apple Watch‌

    Fixes an issue where Bluetooth may disconnect on certain vehicles

    The update is more than a 100 megabyte download on various devices and can be located, downloaded, and installed via the General Preferences -> Software Update feature.

    If you’ve had a chance to try iOS 13.1.3 and iPadOS 13.1.3 on your device and have any feedback to offer, please let us know about your experience in the comments.

    Via The Mac Observer