Apple has made iOS 12 Beta 2 available to developers. This build focuses on resolving bugs and performance problems found in the first beta. Those who write apps for Apple devices can download the update over the air. Apple hasn’t said when it will launch the public beta program for iOS 12. The new platform […]
Google today announced a refresh to its Datally app that should help people take more control over their mobile data use. First up is guest mode. This lets people set a limit on how much data someone else is allowed to use when the phone is being lent. A new daily limit feature helps people control […]
Apple today said iPhones will soon provide 911 emergency services with more exact locations of callers. Since 2015, Apple has relied on HELO (Hybridized Emergency Location), which uses cellular, GPS, and wifi access points to estimate 911 callers’ locations. This system is not always perfect. Starting with the release of iOS 12 in the fall, Apple […]
Apple Maps down. According to downdetector.com, 60% of those complaining say that Apple Maps is not providing them with any data, and 39% say that they can’t open up the app. The issue is affecting all devices that support Apple Maps including the iPhone, iPad, Macs and Apple Watch. Those trying to get directions using Apple Maps are […]
Google is rolling out a feature to its iOS Gmail app that will let people receive notifications only for messages deemed high priority. Google says the optional feature relies on machine learning and artificial intelligence to identify messages that the recipient may want to read first. A new “High Priority Only” option appears in the Notifications […]
The FCC revealed that it expects Sprint and T-Mobile to file on Monday June 18 the necessary paperwork needed for Sprint to transfer control of its spectrum licenses and other assets to T-Mobile. The FCC opened a docket ahead of the expected action. At the same time the FCC filed a protective order concerning the docket. This […]
Google today moved its App Maker tool out of beta and made the simple coding service available to educational institutions and small businesses. The idea, says Google, is to help schools and SMBs to create custom apps that work more directly for them. Beyond building the apps, schools and businesses that put App Maker to use will be […]
Twitter today announced a number of changes to the way it arranges tweets, trends, and topics in order to help people find and read about the things that interest them. For example, breaking news will now be added to the Happening Now tool that appears at the top of users’ feeds. Twitter says it is expanding […]
Google hopes a new feature in its Family Link app will help parents find apps that are recommended by educators. Google says it is adding a new card to the Family Link app that highlights what Google calls “nutritious” apps, or apps recommended by teachers. Parents can read more about recommended apps on their own phone […]
Apple is taking more steps to protect its users’ data. In its latest App Store Guidelines, Apple forbids developers from creating databases from contacts, photos, or other apps/APIs that can access user information. “Apps should not attempt to surreptitiously build a user profile based on collected data and may not attempt, facilitate, or encourage others to […]
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