The industry-standard 3.5mm headphone jack may not be the only widely-used feature that is thought to be on the chopping block for the next iPhone. A new batch of high-resolution photographs that surfaced last evening appear to show off a larger 5.5-inch iPhone 7 Plus model that doesn’t seem to have the Mute switch on…
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The Black Market for iPhone Vulnerabilities
Apple has never acknowledged the black market that exists where hackers are able to use zero-day security vulnerabilities to bypass the iOS protection system. Now, Ivan Krstić, head of security engineering and architecture for Apple revealed during his talk at Apple’s annual conference last week what he thinks about such vulnerabilities. Krstić says that since it is…
iOS Device Ransom Attacks Continue to Target Users
A few years ago, a number of users in Australia were victimized by attackers remotely locking iPhones, iPads, and Macs using Find My iPhone on iCloud. Compromised devices typically displayed Russian ransom messages demanding payments of around $50 to $100 for the device to be unlocked. At the time, IT security expert Troy Hunt…
The iPhone 7 Will Start With a 32GB Model
The iPhone 7 is being rumored as only a moderate change when compared to the iPhone 6s, but there could be one big change that many potential buyers will look forward to. The Wall Street Journal has run a piece regarding buying a phone right now and how, importantly, right now isn’t a good time…
Run iOS apps on your PC
While there are no flawless ways to run iPhone apps and iPad apps on your Windows or OS X PC, the best way would be to use a simulator to use your favourite iOS apps on your laptop or PC. The best way to do is use iPadian: a free Adobe AIR-based iPad simulator that…
This Developer Made A Case To Run Android On iPhone
Remember the developer who installed Windows 95 on an Apple Watch? He is back again with another surprise in the form of an iPhone that runs Android. Developer Nick Lee has used his awesome DIY skills to bring a full-fledged Android experience on iPhone using his special 3D-printed smartphone case. Being tired of the same…
Video of pissed off Steve Jobs moments – Shared by Former Apple PR boss
Nine years ago today, Apple released the original iPhone and forever changed the way the world uses and enjoys technology. While iPhone launches today still attract crowds and long lines at certain Apple retail locations, nothing can compare with the spectacle and excitement that surrounded the launch of the original. In light of the iPhone’s…
Rear Panel of iPhone 7 Leaks; Shows Larger Camera Hole
A couple of images of what is allegedly the rear panel of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus have leaked from the supply chain. The first image gives us a clear look at the rear of the iPhone 7, including the large camera hole. The larger camera sensor cut out suggests a bigger sensor that…
iOS 10 won’t collect your personal data without permission
Apple is getting deeper into the AI game with iOS 10, which will require users to share some data with Apple so it can make intelligent suggestions, but the company says it will be totally optional. Starting in iOS 10, Apple plans to use differential data as a way to track users and make Siri…
SanDisk made an iPhone case with built-in storage
Since Apple insists on continuing to sell a 16GB iPhone in 2016 like its totally okay, mobile storage will continue to be an issue for millions of people for some time. SanDisk is trying to alleviate that problem with its iXpand Memory Case, an iPhone case with flash storage built in that connects via the Lightning…
Here’s how your iPhone will change when iOS 10 comes out
Every year, Apple comes out with an update to its iPhone software with a bunch of improvements and tweaks.Apple says iOS 10, out later this year, is the “biggest release ever,” thanks to a slew of new user-facing features. Respected Apple writer John Gruber says the improvements are all “very practical,” and that the theme…
Samsung and Sharp Said to be Ramping up OLED Production for 2017 iPhone
Up to this point, the iPhone lineup has used an LCD panel for its displays. But Apple isn’t completely against OLED. That fact was proven back when the Apple Watch launched, which uses an OLED panel. And if the Rumor Mill is any indicator, Apple plans on making a bigger adoption of the technology at…