These parents won’t give their kids iPhones — but they have clever work-arounds
Erin Burcao's teenage daughters aren't glued to their phones like most middle schoolers in New York City. Unlike other smartphone generations, 13-year-olds are not allowed to have social media or unlimited access to their own devices. “The phone is there to contact us,” Burcao, 40, told the Post. These devices are purely for necessity, not […]
How to use iPhone’s mic mode for crystal-clear, noise-free calls
For years, iPhone users have relied on Voice Isolation to block out background sounds during calls. This is a useful feature in noisy environments or busy households. But with the iOS 18 update, things have changed a bit. A question from Debbie from Half Moon Bay sums up the experience of many users: “Since updating […]
Apple admits future products may never be as profitable as iPhones
Apple has warned investors that its upcoming series of new products may not be as profitable as the iPhone. The company issued the warning in its latest securities filing as part of a list of “risk factors” that could weigh on its business. Apple, which recently replaced AI chip maker Nvidia as the world's most […]
iPhone’s satellite messaging: A lifeline in Hurricane Helene’s aftermath
Hurricane Helen left a trail of destruction across the southeastern United States, killing more than 100 people and leaving many residents stranded due to destroyed infrastructure and power outages. But amid all this chaos, a ray of hope has emerged in the form of Apple's new satellite messaging feature. Get security alerts, tips from experts […]
AT&T customers report outage, being stuck in SOS mode on iPhones
(International Labour Organization) — AT&T customers in some parts of the country are reporting issues that are causing service to go out and iPhone devices to get stuck in SOS mode. Reports of outages peaked just before 6 p.m. Down DetectorMore than 5,700 users reported service disruptions. By 8:35 p.m., the number of reports had […]
Apple reveals launch date to unveil new iPhones with AI features
Apple Autumn Events on September 9th According to an invitation sent on Monday, the company is expected to hold an event at its headquarters in Cupertino, California, to announce a new iPhone line as well as other device and app updates. The upcoming announcements will be crucial for Apple as it seeks to reverse a […]