Apple introduces "Do Not Disturb" feature for drivers
Previewed this week at Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in San Jose, iOS 11 will support new features for augmented reality apps, a smarter and more language-savvy Siri digital assistant, expanded payment options through Apple Pay, and more.
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The new model features a display that's 20 percent larger than the 9.7-inch version, though it isn't much larger than its predecessor thanks to the device's smaller bezels. The most significant change is that some older applications (or apps) will no longer be supported and they may stop working entirely. In short, 32-bit apps will not work on iOS 11 .
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Apple Debuts Smart Speaker Homepod
The consumer electronics giant envisages households interacting with the system regarding everyday information, such as weather or traffic, effectively providing a service that essentially makes life easier for consumers. Created to deliver a superior audio experience, the HomePod - despite its clunky name - could very well prove to be a sleeper hit for Apple once it hits store shelves later this year.
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IOS 11: Beta shows new location tracking, AirPods and Control Centre boosts
As such it hardly makes any sense for reviews and ratings to disappear and the app to start from a clean slate every time its updated. Additional context is given regarding each app, making it easier to find what you're looking for, according to Apple.
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A first look at the redesigned App Store in iOS 11 [Gallery]
That means you won't get to use the feature that much. What's more, getting your update approved takes merely hours now and as such, developers have the option to release multiple updates within the same day. However, according to Mac Rumors , some developers who have had an opportunity to try out the iOS 11 beta have posted details about the QR code scanning feature on Twitter.
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Pokemon Go Will Now Support Apple's Expanded Reality Tech
Previously, Apple's iPads were limited to running just two apps side by side: one in a primary window and one pulled out next to it. Because it's a sea of mostly icons sans text, however, you really have to know your way around this thing to use it effectively.
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Apple launches 'Do Not Disturb While Driving'
The iPad is also much lighter (470g), you don't need to travel with a heavy charger, can record 4K video and works better with your iPhone (you can use the same apps). That's probably because Apple is known to lag behind Google , Microsoft and others in machine learning. With this change coming with iOS 11 in September, nothing is going to stop you from releasing updates early and often.
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IOS 11 will finally bring native GIF support to your iPhone
That suggests that the new Core NFC framework will still have some restrictions - preventing, for instance, tap-to-pair Bluetooth functionality that Android users are used to - but iPhone users will now get to experience the questionable joy of tapping their phone on more things than just payment terminals.
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Next iOS update will not be available to iPhone 5 owners
Beyond the fact that drivers can easily disable DNDWD, this technical fix ignores many scenarios where communication can be important, possibly even life-saving, in a auto. Based on the screen shot above, it looks like Apple is also going to use Business Chat to interact with its own customers. The redesigned App Store is packed with original stories and editorial, updated daily in a new Today tab, as well as new Games and Apps tabs.
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Subaru BRZ tS will debut tomorrow and it's coming to the US
The new WRX STI Type RA receives the bigger makeover compared to the standard model it's based on. The BRZ tS is also equipped with 18-in. lightweight STI wheels (the first time that a BRZ has been offered with 18-inch wheels) mounted with 215/40 R 18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires for superior grip and quicker turn-in.
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Apple Hopes To Reinvent Home Audio With Its New Device
The latest version of Apple's Safari browser will be able to stop automatically playing videos as well as online trackers used for advertisers. Leading up to it, Apple says those outside app developers have earned more than $70 billion since Apple's app store launched in 2008.
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Apple and Texas Want to Make You a Safer Driver
Lucky for you, your good friend Apple is here to help you get rid of those dusty squares on your device by barring them from iOS 11 until they get their act together. Also interesting is that the control center is now free form so you can add or remove anything you want. Reported by 9to5mac, this new update can be activated by selecting "Automatically" fetch schedule option under the Settings menu.





