“While U.S. police are now sometimes forcing suspects with Face ID-ready iPhones to unlock their devices, Apple’s technology is simultaneously making that a risky proposition, one security firm is warning agencies.”
You Can Now Record a Police Stop With a Siri Shortcut
“It’s the kind of thing you hope you never really need, but it’s there just in case. A new shortcut called “Police” is now available that has Siri discreetly record audio if a driver is ever pulled over by law enforcement.”
Malware Has a New Way to Hide on Your Mac
“Malware on Apple’s MacBook and iMac lines is more prevalent than some users realize; it can even hide in Apple’s curated Mac App Store.”
Apple’s iOS 12.1 Update Includes Over 70 New Emojis
“Apple recently announced that it will add more than 70 brand new emojis as part of its iOS 12.1 package. Earlier this summer, the tech giant teased a small sampling of what users could expect, unveiling images of a kangaroo, lobster and a cupcake, as well as a selection of superheroes.”
Consumer Reports: Most notable iPhone XS improvement is battery life, but Note 9 is still #1
“Consumer Reports this evening has published its full review and testing results from the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. The site says the “most notable improvement” this year is battery life, while camera technology is a “bit better.”
Huawei trolled people lining up for the iPhone XS in the best possible way
“It’s no surprise to see Apple rivals come up with ways to mock the iPhone just as a new models launch, and the same happened this year.”
10 hidden features in iOS 12
“Apple’s iOS 12 is no different. You probably noticed Screen Time, Grouped Notifications, and fun photo effects right after the update. However, it’s the small changes that can make all the difference.”
Dissected new iPhones reveal Intel, Micron, Toshiba parts
“Among the first detailed teardowns of the phones since their launch on September, the study https://ift.tt/2xInnF6 by repair firm iFixit did not list any parts from Samsung and, as expected, no chips from Qualcomm Inc (QCOM.O).”
Amazon debuts Fire TV Recast DVR and Echo Auto in-car system
“Amazon, not content to wrap up a hardware event with all-new appliances and a host of high-end audio products, debuted something of a surprise today: the Fire TV Recast, a DVR for over-the-air television, and the Echo Auto, an Alexa-powered in-car speaker.”
Apple fined $9 million for misleading customers with faulty iPhones and iPads
“Apple has been fined $9 million for making false or misleading representations to customers with faulty iPhones and iPads about their consumer rights.”
