Emoji reactions from Android users finally show up correctly on iPhones
Published Nov 7th, 2024 7:06PM EST Image: José Adorno for BGR Apple has taken yet another step in busting down barriers between green and blue bubbles. As spotted by The Verge this week, reactions (called Tapbacks on iOS) sent by Android devices to iPhones now appear on top of the message as intended. As The
Here’s How to Fix the Bug Causing iPhone Notes to Disappear
If you've lost the files in your iPhone's Notes app, there's no need to panic Credit: Ekaterina_Minaeva via Shutterstock Halloween might be over, but the scares just keep coming for some iPhone users, who've stumbled across a pretty concerning bug after accepting the updated iCloud Terms and Conditions. Those affected have reported on social media
Upgrade your iPhone’s weak flash with this adjustable MagSafe light
Harlowe’s Sol 5 is a three-inch extending light that attaches to the MagSafe mount on your iPhone to improve the quality of your photos and selfies. It’s available now for $79 or for $159 as part of a travel kit that includes a softbox diffuser to help reduce harsh shadows. The Sol 5 isn’t a
Samsung’s iPhone 17 Air rival seems to be real, and a much bigger deal than we thought
I’ve made no secret of my interest in next year’s iPhone 17 Air, a model that should replace the Plus in Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup and feature a much thinner profile than the other three. I’m ready to let go of the ultra-wide camera if the Air needs that sacrifice. I’m also prepared for the non-Pro
iOS 18.2 might show you how long it takes to charge your iPhone battery
Published Nov 5th, 2024 8:09PM EST Image: José Adorno for BGR Some of the best iOS 18 features weren’t actually part of the initial update. For instance, Apple Intelligence wasn’t available until iOS 18.1, and Genmoji won’t be ready until iOS 18.2 rolls out. Another feature that might be in the works for the next
New Apple repair program will fix iPhone 14 Plus’ rear camera issue for free
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Apple Intelligence Is Coming to EU iPhones After All
Apple's AI will make its way to EU phones and tablets, but it's unclear why the company changed course. Credit: Nicolas Tucat / AFP via Getty Images Apple Intelligence launched worldwide in U.S. English yesterday, but if you’re an iPhone user in the E.U. or mainland China, I wouldn’t blame you for not knowing what
How To Track An Android Phone From An iPhone
PixieMe/Shutterstock Although most of us take our smartphones with us just about everywhere, these handy devices have an uncanny way of going missing, often when we least expect it. Whether your phone has slipped between the cushions of your living room couch or you forgot it at work, when you can't find it, you might
Android 16 could get iPhone-like ‘ongoing’ notifications
Android 16 may come with a new “Rich Ongoing Notifications” feature that lets developers keep persistent notifications in the Android status bar, according to Android 15 beta code discovered by Android Authority’s Mishaal Rahman, who frequently dives into code to surface coming features. Right now, the code enables adding a pill-shaped icon with custom text
iOS 18.2 finally brings back my favorite iPhone Lock Screen feature
Published Oct 25th, 2024 2:43PM EDT Image: José Adorno for BGR Apple just started the testing cycle of iOS 18.2. This upcoming software update will be packed with long-awaited Apple Intelligence features, such as Genmoji, Image Playground, Visual Intelligence, and ChatGPT integration. However, I want this update released as soon as possible because Apple just