“IKEA has launched a number of smart home products over the last eight years including blinds, lights, and more powered by its HomeKit-compatible TRÅDFRI gateway. Now the company has announced it has an all-new smart home hub with Matter support plus a redesigned “Home” app on the way.”
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Apple discontinues iPod touch, ending 20 year run of iconic ‘iPod’ brand
News“It’s the end of an era: Apple is officially discontinuing the iPod touch. The company says that the device will be available only “while supplies last.” This also means that the “iPod” brand is officially retired, as the iPod touch was the last iPod in Apple’s lineup.”
Apple Q2 2022 results: A record $97 billion quarter
News“On Thursday, Apple announced its results for the second quarter of its 2022 fiscal year. It was a March quarter record of $97.3 billion in revenue, with all-time quarterly records for iPhone, Mac, and Wearables sales.”
iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max taller displays and notch replacement corroborated in leaked panels
News“In March, 9to5Mac exclusively reported that Apple was planning four iPhone 14 models without a mini version. In addition, the Pro models would feature a taller screen due to a new punch-hole + pill design replacing the notch. Now, it seems the iPhone 14 panels’ lineup has leaked.”
Exclusive: iOS 16 notification updates will include expanded Focus mode configurations for more control
News“We’re two months away from Apple announcing iOS 16, but there are already some rumors about the update floating around the web.”
WristChat app brings the WhatsApp experience to the Apple Watch
News“WhatsApp is one of the most popular messenger apps in the world, but when it comes to Apple platforms, it is only available for iPhone and Mac. Now, thanks to developer Adam Foot, users can finally access WhatsApp from their wrists with the new WristChat app for the Apple Watch.”
Apple officially announces all-online WWDC 2022 for June 6; iOS 16 and more expected
News“Apple has officially announced the dates for its annual WWDC event and keynote. This year, the event will take place entirely virtually from June 6 through June 10 This year at WWDC, we expect Apple to announce the future of its operating systems including iOS 16, watchOS 9, and macOS 13.”
Apple releases iOS 15.4.1 with bug fixes and security improvements
News“A couple of weeks after launching iOS 15.4 to all users, the company is releasing iOS 15.4.1. This small update brings bug fixes and security improvements to the iPhone and iPad. Today’s build is 19L452. The update should be available within the next minutes.”
Overcast Redesign Enhances Podcast Navigation with an Emphasis on Playlists and Recent Episodes
News“I’ve used a lot of different podcast apps over the years, but the one I return to most often and have used the most is Overcast by Marco Arment. The app’s customizability, Smart Speed and Voice Boost audio enhancement technologies, and Shortcuts support are unrivaled among podcast players.”
Siri can now control your Roomba robot vacuum with new software update
News“iRobot announces it has started to roll out iRobot Genius 4.0 Home Intelligence software update to Roomba robot vacuum and Braava jet robot mop customers. This update finally brings Siri support to all users. iRobot Genius 4.”