“If your iPhone’s feeling a bit slower than usual, it could be due to a number of causes. But if you notice it sluggishly moving from app to app and struggling whenever you open a new browser tab, it’s probably time to clear your phone’s cache.”
More than 90% of iPhone users are still loyal to Apple
“It looks like loyalty in the smartphone market still remains high overall. According to new data from research firm Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (via 9to5Mac), over 90% of iPhone users are still loyal to Apple’s smartphone in the third quarter of 2021.”
iOS 14.7.1 and macOS Big Sur 11.5.1 Patch Security Vulnerability That May Have Been Actively Exploited
“Apple today released unexpected iOS 14.7.1 and iPadOS 14.7.1 updates to the public, and according to a newly released support document, the software addresses a serious security vulnerability that may have been exploited in the wild.”
How Law Enforcement Gets Around Your Smartphone’s Encryption
“Lawmakers and law enforcement agencies around the world, including in the United States, have increasingly called for backdoors in the encryption schemes that protect your data, arguing that national security is at stake.”
T2 security chip on Macs can be hacked to plant malware; cannot be patched
“Security researchers have confirmed speculation that the T2 security chip on modern Macs can be hacked. A combination of two different exploits would give a hacker the ability to modify the behavior of the chip, and even plant malware like a keylogger inside it.”
iOS 14: How to set Google Chrome as your default browser on iPhone
“iOS 14 allows for third-party web browsers and email clients to become the default, so if you really don’t like Safari and Apple Mail, you now have other options.”
‘Unpatchable’ iOS exploit may bring permanent iPhone jailbreak – 9to5Mac
“Jailbreaks have decreased over the last few years. However, last month a mistake by Apple saw a jailbreak for modern iPhones released but it was quickly patched.”
Warning Issued For Apple’s 1.4 Billion iPad And iPhone Users
“With Apple’s (admittedly ugly) iPhone 11 now coming together quickly and recent iOS 12 releases looking rock solid, the company has been on something of a roll. But that just changed.”
AT&T portable battery will charge both your Apple Watch and iPhone
“Apple’s AirPower charging mat may be a no-show, but that doesn’t mean you’re out of luck if you want a multi-device charger from a big-name brand.”
T-Mobile launches mobile banking solution T-Mobile Money, available now on Android and iOS
“T-Mobile, the self-titled “Un-Carrier,” is further separating itself from the competition by getting into the booming world of mobile banking with “T-Mobile Money.” The new service also comes with extra benefits for T-Mobile’s wireless customers.”
