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IPhone users have been urged to install the latest software update to their phones. Apple has put out iOS 17.6.1 in order to fix an issue relating to iCloud, with the tech giant explaining the new version of the software contains some important bug fixes due to a problem “that prevents enabling or disabling Apple’s Advanced Data Protection feature.”

Apple issues new update for iPhone

One of the joys of owning an iPhone is making it your own -- from the case, home screen, and apps, iOS gives you tons of options for completely personalizing your device. But there are a lot of iPhone options that aren't immediately obvious -- some are hidden deep within the Settings menu.

23 Little-Known iOS Settings That Can Make Your iPhone So Much Better

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A week after releasing iOS 17.6 to all users, Apple is making available iOS 17.6.1 to iPhone and iPad owners. This update brings bug fixes and security improvements, including one that prevented Advanced Data Protection from being turned on and off.
According to Apple, an issue in iCloud prevented a small number of users from successfully turning Advanced Data Protection for iCloud on or off. While those trying to turn it on couldn’t, those who couldn’t turn it off at least had their data protected. This update fixes this.
That said, iOS 17.6.1 is likely one of the last software updates before...

Apple releases iOS 17.6.1 with Advanced Data Protection bug fix

Starting next month, Google will require apps on the Play Store to provide a “stable, engaging, responsive user experience.” If they don’t, the company plans to eventually remove those apps from the store. This policy is part of Google’s latest spam policy update and is designed to...

Google is getting ready to remove lots of Android apps from the Play Store

Learn how to record a phone call or FaceTime audio call on your iPhone, transcribe the recording, summarize it, and export the audio file to another app. Android phones and jailbroken iPhones have had built-in call recording for ages, and this was one of the features I missed most on my iPhone. Thankfully, iOS 18 addresses this concern and adds a built-in call recording with a few extra tricks, like call transcription and summarization.

How to record a phone call on iPhone on iOS 18 and older

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In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

Apple announced iOS 18 at its Worldwide Developers Conference in June, and the tech giant released the third public beta version of the software on Aug. 6, almost two months after WWDC. The update brings many new features and improvements to the iPhones of developers and public beta testers, like the ability to customize your home screen and lock screen, as well as RCS messaging.

I've Used iOS 18 Since June, and Here's My Take on the Public Betas

Apple is expected to start the public rollout of iOS 17.6 soon. While the update isn’t expected to bring many new features, it might still introduce some important changes that you should know about. The fourth beta of iOS 17.6 was released to public testers a day after the...

Four iOS 17.6 features & changes for iPhone you need to know

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We have seen more and more regulators around the world asking tech companies to implement features or change some aspects of how their hardware and software work. This time, a Brazilian regulator has asked Apple to add the option to lock the Mail app with Face ID or Touch ID. While the request has a good reason, iOS 18 already solves this problem.

Brazilian regulator asks Apple to add Face ID lock to Mail app – but iOS 18 already solves that

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Actor Jim Nabors was so popular with his portrayal of Gomer Pyle on TV's classic country sitcom, The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-68), that he was spun off into his own series, Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C. (CBS, 1964-69). But when Nabors left the Griffith series, the void was filled by George Lindsay playing Goober Pyle, Gomer's cousin.

When Jim Nabors' Gomer was replaced by George Lindsay's Goober on TV's 'The Andy Griffith Show'

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Maybe 2024 is the year to give that upgrade a miss.

Five reasons to skip iPhone 16 and wait for iPhone 17

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Password managers can help you juggle all the codes you need to log into websites and apps, but if you use an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, one free option is Apple's new Passwords app. Built into iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia, the Passwords app allows you to create, store, and sync your passwords across your Apple devices.

How to Store Logins on Your iPhone With the Apple Passwords App

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In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

When an unplanned iPhone and iPad software update gets pushed without warning, it usually means it is related to a serious security issue. Today is no exception. Apple has just pushed an alert to download the latest iOS 17.6.1 update without much detail except for these important words:. This update...

Apple releases surprise iOS security update to iPhone and iPad

Back at WWDC24, Apple announced that its upcoming iOS 18 update will finally allow iPhone users to customise their app icons on the Home screen, bringing it one step closer to Android level customisation. Although iOS 18 is not set to launch until later this year, eager users can already...

How to change the colour of app icons in iOS 18

Back in the day, I used to loathe the custom skins and apps that Android phone makers added to their phones. Android's vendor-neutral default apps have since been replaced by Google apps, and the tech giant has used its dominance to fill our Android devices with far more pre-installed software than any other company.

Google Is Now the Biggest Maker of Android Bloatware

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Here's another recipe for fudge that's very easy to make. You can double it, or quadruple it, for more servings. 4 tablespoons cocoa or cacao powder (I like 2 tablespoons of each)

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In iOS 18, you can hide and lock apps on your iPhone. You can hide apps so they’re completely invisible, and you can now lock all kinds of apps so that they require Face ID to open. Maybe you have sensitive content you don’t want anyone to see, or...

How to hide apps on your iPhone and iPad in iOS 18

A disability campaigner has highlighted what he says is a huge accessibility breakthrough with Voice Control in the latest iPhone and Mac betas. He said that what may sound like a small improvement is a massive improvement to those who, like him, rely on voice to control their iPhone, iPad, and Mac …

Apple Voice Control solves a huge accessibility problem in iOS 18 and macOS 15

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Fix Apple Music Not Working after iOS 17/17.6.1 Update

Apple Music not working in iOS 17.6.1? well, you are not alone. I have been facing the same after the recent update and haven’t been able...

Fix Apple Music Not Working after iOS 17/17.6.1 Update

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