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Rumor: Apple AirTags could feature speakers, work with devices that don’t have U1 chips

This is a bit strange, but it could lead to something interesting. A leaked report from a source known as “Fudge” has stated that Apple’s rumored AirTags product could feature speakers and will work with devices that don’t have the U1 chip. They will also require activation lock as a security measure. Per the report: […]

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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 […]

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iOS 13.3.1 beta 2 adds toggle to disable U1 chip on iPhone 11 handsets, change implemented to manage location tracking/privacy bug

If you’re concerned about your privacy and location tracking via your iPhone, this might help. Twitter user Brandon Butch has noted that the second beta of iOS 13.3.1, released earlier this month, includes a toggle for disabling the Ultra Wideband chip in the device.  The toggle can be found by opening the Settings app, tapping […]