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Apple iOS 11.4 beta 5 for iPhone and iPad is now Available for Download

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Apple iOS 11.4 beta 5 for iPhone and iPad is now available for download. Currently, the new update is rolling out for developers. The new beta update loaded with new features like AirPlay 2 and Messages on iCloud. The company has also released beta 5 updates for macOS 10.13.5, tvOS 11.4, watchOS 4.3.1. Check out more details below.

iOS 11.4 features

  • Messages in iCloud returned for testing after being included in iOS 11.3 beta and not the release
  • AirPlay 2 returns when used with tvOS 11.4
  • HomePod stereo support returns in beta, but requires unreleased HomePod beta firmware to work
  • HomePod stereo pairing (which didn’t work without HomePod beta) removed from beta 2
  • Includes (PRODUCT)RED iPhone wallpaper on iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus (sorry iPhone X users)
  • Evidence that HomePod will support Calendar with iOS 11.4
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Apple iOS 11.3 beta 6 for iPhone and iPad released

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Apple is now rolling out iOS 11.3 beta 6 for developers. The new beta update loaded with new features and fixes. ARKit 1.5 is now added with support for vertical surfaces like walls, irregularly shaped surfaces like circular tables, support for auto-focus, and 50% higher resolution. Just recently, beta 5 was released with minor changes. Check out more details below.

Following changes are already available in Apple iOS 11.3 beta

  • 4 new Animoji on iPhone X: Lion, Skull, Bear, and Dragon
  • ARKit 1.5 with support for vertical surfaces like walls, irregularly shaped surfaces like circular tables, support for auto-focus, and 50% higher resolution
  • Business Chat for iMessage in beta with Discover, Hilton, Lowe’s and Wells Fargo on board
  • Health Records in Health app automatically updated from select partners
  • More prominent music video features in Apple Music
  • HomeKit software authentication without chip certification
  • Advanced Mobile Location for sending your location to emergency services when calling from iPhone
  • Messages in iCloud
  • New privacy page during set up and a new Privacy icon in Settings (gray becomes blue)
  • Splash screen for Messages in the Cloud, backup can be disabled in Settings
  • iBooks is now just Books
  • App Store lists version number and update size on Updates screen
  • App Store following text size
  • Hello, Feedback app…
  • Apple TV shows up in Home app with tvOS 11.3, doesn’t work as hub for automation and remote access without tvOS 11.3 on iOS 11.3, AirPlay 2 also working
  • New ‘Confirm with Side Button’ prompt for purchases on iPhone X

Beta 2

  • No iOS 11.3 beta 2 for iPod touch yet, Apple says a future beta will add support (possibly related to battery management)
  • Battery management settings now visible on certain iPhones
    • The new section is found under Settings → Battery → Battery Health (Beta)
    • iOS details maximum battery capacity and peak performance capability
    • iPhones affected by performance throttling due to aging batteries should be able to disable throttling at the risk of experiencing unexpected shutdowns
    • Apple links to its battery explainer article for more information
  • New splash screen for App Store
  • Podcasts app now plays episodes with one tap, hyperlinks episode pages (H/T Ryan!)
  • Messages in iCloud now includes a confirmation dialogue when deleting message threads
  • VoLTE support for Vodafone contract customers in the UK (H/T Tom!)
  • iPod touch support returns with iOS 11.3 beta 3
  • No more signs of AirPlay 2 for now
  • iOS 11.3 beta no longer attempts to pair HomePods in stereo mode
  • Deleting Messages now have a finished warning dialoguel
  • Books no longer Books, reverted to iBooks
  • Devices should now be recognized by the host computer after updating a device to iOS 11.3 beta 4 and later.
  • iOS 11.3 beta 3 and later support iPod touch (6th generation).
  • In beta 2 and later, Health Record accounts and data are properly synced to Health in iCloud. (35431094)
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Apple iOS 11.3 beta 5 for iPhone and iPad released

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Apple is now rolling out iOS 11.3 beta 5 for developers. The new beta update loaded with new features and fixes. ARKit 1.5 is now added with support for vertical surfaces like walls, irregularly shaped surfaces like circular tables, support for auto-focus, and 50% higher resolution

Check out more details below.

Following changes are already available in Apple iOS 11.3 beta

  • 4 new Animoji on iPhone X: Lion, Skull, Bear, and Dragon
  • ARKit 1.5 with support for vertical surfaces like walls, irregularly shaped surfaces like circular tables, support for auto-focus, and 50% higher resolution
  • Business Chat for iMessage in beta with Discover, Hilton, Lowe’s and Wells Fargo on board
  • Health Records in Health app automatically updated from select partners
  • More prominent music video features in Apple Music
  • HomeKit software authentication without chip certification
  • Advanced Mobile Location for sending your location to emergency services when calling from iPhone
  • Messages in iCloud
  • New privacy page during set up and a new Privacy icon in Settings (gray becomes blue)
  • Splash screen for Messages in the Cloud, backup can be disabled in Settings
  • iBooks is now just Books
  • App Store lists version number and update size on Updates screen
  • App Store following text size
  • Hello, Feedback app…
  • Apple TV shows up in Home app with tvOS 11.3, doesn’t work as hub for automation and remote access without tvOS 11.3 on iOS 11.3, AirPlay 2 also working
  • New ‘Confirm with Side Button’ prompt for purchases on iPhone X

Beta 2

  • No iOS 11.3 beta 2 for iPod touch yet, Apple says a future beta will add support (possibly related to battery management)
  • Battery management settings now visible on certain iPhones
    • The new section is found under Settings → Battery → Battery Health (Beta)
    • iOS details maximum battery capacity and peak performance capability
    • iPhones affected by performance throttling due to aging batteries should be able to disable throttling at the risk of experiencing unexpected shutdowns
    • Apple links to its battery explainer article for more information
  • New splash screen for App Store
  • Podcasts app now plays episodes with one tap, hyperlinks episode pages (H/T Ryan!)
  • Messages in iCloud now includes a confirmation dialogue when deleting message threads
  • VoLTE support for Vodafone contract customers in the UK (H/T Tom!)
  • iPod touch support returns with iOS 11.3 beta 3
  • No more signs of AirPlay 2 for now
  • iOS 11.3 beta no longer attempts to pair HomePods in stereo mode
  • Deleting Messages now have a finished warning dialoguel
  • Books no longer Books, reverted to iBooks
  • Devices should now be recognized by the host computer after updating a device to iOS 11.3 beta 4 and later.
  • iOS 11.3 beta 3 and later support iPod touch (6th generation).
  • In beta 2 and later, Health Record accounts and data are properly synced to Health in iCloud. (35431094)
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Microsoft Photos Companion app for Android and iOS released

Microsoft Photos Companion app for Android and iOS
Microsoft Photos Companion app for Android and iOS

Microsoft Photos Companion app for Android and iOS is now available for download. The new app is an experimental app from the Microsoft’s Garage Project. With this app, you can now directly transfer photos and videos from phone to PC over Wi-Fi. Just scan a code and start the transfer. However, both your phone and PC should be on the same Wi-Fi network.

Microsoft Photos Companion app for Android and iOS
Microsoft Photos Companion app for Android and iOS

The new Photos Companion app features will require the latest Microsoft Photos app version 2018.18011.13110.0 or higher on Windows 10.

You can download the app from the link below.

[appbox googleplay com.microsoft.PhotosCompanion][appbox appstore id1322187844]

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WhatsApp 2.18.22 for iOS is now available for download

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WhatsApp 2.18.22 for iOS devices is now available to download. The new update will you to switch easily between voice and video calls. Just tap the video button while you’re on a call. In addition, you now see the ‘@’ button in group chats. Tap on it to quickly scroll to unread messages where you were replied to or mentioned. Check out more details below.

WhatsApp Beta WhatsApp now has 1 billion users

WhatsApp 2.18.22 for iOS features:

  • You can now easily switch between voice and video calls. Just tap the video button while you’re on a call.
  • You’ll now see the ‘@’ button in group chats. Tap on it to quickly scroll to unread messages where you were replied to or mentioned.

Download WhatsApp 2.18.22

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Apple iOS 11.3 public beta for iPhone and iPad now available for download

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Apple is now rolling out iOS 11.3 public beta for iPhone and iPad users. The new beta update loaded with new features and fixes. Apple has also promised new battery features on iPhones affected by performance throttling. A toggle to disable performance throttling and battery health stats will be added in a future beta.

New Apple iOS 11.3 features include:

  • 4 new Animoji on iPhone X: Lion, Skull, Bear, and Dragon
  • ARKit 1.5 with support for vertical surfaces like walls, irregularly shaped surfaces like circular tables, support for auto-focus, and 50% higher resolution
  • Business Chat for iMessage in beta with Discover, Hilton, Lowe’s and Wells Fargo on board
  • Health Records in Health app automatically updated from select partners
  • More prominent music video features in Apple Music
  • HomeKit software authentication without chip certification
  • Advanced Mobile Location for sending your location to emergency services when calling from iPhone
  • Messages in iCloud
  • New privacy page during setup (photo incoming) and a new Privacy icon in Settings (gray becomes blue)
  • Splash screen for Messages in the Cloud, backup can be disabled in Settings
  • iBooks is now just Books
  • App Store lists version number and update size on Updates screen
  • App Store following text size
  • Hello, Feedback app…
  • Apple TV shows up in Home app with tvOS 11.3, doesn’t work as hub for automation and remote access without tvOS 11.3 on iOS 11.3, AirPlay 2 also working
  • New ‘Confirm with Side Button’ prompt for purchases on iPhone.

Check your phone update and download latest iOS 11.3 beta update for your iPad, iPhone, and iPad touch.

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Pokemon GO 0.89.1 for Android and 1.59.1 for iOS released

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Pokemon GO 0.89.1 for Android is now available for download. The company also released Pokemon Go update 1.59.1 for iOS devices. The latest update includes bug fixes and game improvements. In addition, the update has added the ability to sort the Pokédex by region. Check out more details below.

Pokemon GO 0.89.1 for Android and 1.59.1 for iOS Patch Notes

  • Resolved a bug that caused the Pokémon collection screen to scroll to the top after evolving, transferring, or renaming a Pokémon.
  • Added the ability to sort the Pokédex by region.
  • Improved incubator sorting order when selecting an incubator.
  • Improved the way Pokémon scale throughout the app.
  • Various bug fixes and performance updates.

Previously, update 1.53.2 for iOS devices released with the support for the iPhone X screen resolution.

Check your updates to download latest Pokemon GO 0.89.1 for Android and 1.59.1 for iOS.

[appbox appstore id1094591345][appbox googleplay com.nianticlabs.pokemongo&hl=en]

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WhatsApp 2.18.11 for iOS released with minor fixes

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WhatsApp 2.18.11 for iOS devices is now available to download. The new update has fixed an issue on iOS 7 where checkmarks may not appear on messages. In addition, there are minor bug fixes and improvements. Check out more details below.

WhatsApp Beta WhatsApp now has 1 billion users

WhatsApp 2.18.11 for iOS features:

  • Fixes an issue on iOS 7 where checkmarks may not appear on messages.

Download WhatsApp 2.18.11

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WhatsApp 2.18.10 for iOS released with improvements

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WhatsApp 2.18.10 for iOS devices is now available to download. The new update includes bug fixes and improvements. The Multi-Media Server protocol is now enabled by default for all media types. In addition, there are improvements for “pop” animation after the peek action on the chats cell. Check out more details below.

WhatsApp 2.18.10 for iOS features:

  • The Multi Media Server protocol is now enabled by default for all media types!
    • Improvements for the “pop” animation after the peek action on the chats cell.
    • Improvements for the “Business Info” section.
    • General improvements for calls: added also some codes for the Group call feature.
    • Internal improvements for the Group Info section.
    • Improvements to the Lock recordings button.
    • Internal improvements to the Search feature.
    • Improvements to view PDFs.
    • UI Improvements for bubbles that contain voice messages.
    • When you send a message contained a date, it will be underlined with a gray color. Before, messages that contained a date were like a link.

Download WhatsApp 2.18.10

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Apple iOS 11.2.2 is now available for download on iPhone and iPad

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Apple has released iOS 11.2.2 for your iPad, iPhone, and iPad touch. According to the company, the update brings security improvements and recommends for all users. The latest patch comes with security improvements to Safari and WebKit to mitigate the effects of Spectre. Recently, the Spectre bug was detected by Google Project Zero.

Apple iOS 11.2.2 Patch Notes

  • The new update includes security improvements to Safari and WebKit to mitigate the effects of Spectre.

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Check your phone update and download latest iOS 11.2.2 update for your iPad, iPhone, and iPad touch