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Coming to iPadOS 14.5? Apple's iPad Pro needs this feature next
Last year, we were surprised with trackpad support in a routine iPadOS update. I have high hopes for what Apple can surprise iPad users with this year.
iPad Pro: Outclassed by the M1 MacBook Air, where does Apple's tablet go from here?
Apple's premium tablet is costlier, heavier and delivers less battery life than a similarly configured M1 MacBook Air. It's loaded with features most people never use. Who and what is the iPad Pro for? Apple needs to define what a "Pro" iPad is. Here's why.
Never buy an iPad in January
If you're in the market for an iPad Pro, now is not the time to buy. We expect new iPad Pros to be introduced in March, and we have the pretty charts to back up that assertion.
Apple HomeKit: What it’s like to go all-in with Apple’s smart home platform
Apple’s HomeKit has seen its share of updates over the years, and I recently decided that it’s going to be my smart home platform of choice. Here’s what I’ve done, what I need to do, and what the experience has been like so far.
This app will tell you if your iPhone has been hacked
It will also give you a wide array of tips, tricks, and tweaks to harden your security, improve privacy, and make your iPhone very hard for hackers to attack.
Apple's 13-inch M1 MacBook Pro: An enterprise buyer's review
The new M1 Macs are a future-proof investment and deserve serious consideration by early adopters and Apple shops looking to modernize their computing.
Apple announces AirPods Max, over-the-ear headphones that launch Dec. 15 for $549
Just in time for the holidays, Apple is ready to release its latest audio device.
Compare: Apple's M1 MacBook Air kills the iPad Pro for the rest of us
The M1-powered MacBook Air sports all the power of the 12.9-inch iPad Pro and Magic Keyboard, for hundreds of dollars less. If you aren't using the iPad's camera or the Apple Pencil, is there any reason to get the big iPad?
PC shipments: Google Chromebook sales fly high but desktops plummet
And Apple's iPad still rules the tablet market, but Samsung is catching up.
Microsoft is rolling out iPad trackpad support to Office apps
If you use a mouse or trackpad with your iPad and spend a lot of time in Microsoft Office, you’re going to love this.
Apple's new iPad Air is available to order, deliveries start Oct. 23
If you've been waiting to get your hands on the completely redesigned iPad Air, place your order today.
What's inside Harris's home office? A no compromise duality
Lockdowns simply prove that my infrastructure is as flexible as I'd hoped: A combination of deeply rooted heavyweight capability and flyweight mobility.
Larger tablets revive tablet PC market during pandemic
Tablets with screen size 10 inches and above has become top-selling segment for first time, as market sees sales increasing at the fastest rate since 2014, according to a new research report.
Google: Gmail on iPhone's iOS 14? Now you can make it your default mail app
But rebooting an iPhone will still return Apple Mail as the default email app until Apple releases a fix.
Rebooting iOS 14 resets browser and mail apps back to Apple apps
Have you set Google Chrome or Microsoft Outlook as defaults in your iPhone or iPad instead of Safari and Mail? Better not reboot!
Has your iPhone or iPad stopped charging? Check this first!
Has your iPhone or iPad suddenly and unexpectedly stopped charging? Or has charging become slow, or is charging intermittent even though the cable is plugged in and the charger is working? Here's what you should check first!
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First look: Everything iPad unveiled at Apple's 'Time Flies' event [in pictures]
CEO Tim Cook and Company show off the latest iPads and iPad OS.
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First look: Everything Apple Watch unveiled at 'Time Flies' event [in pictures]
CEO Tim Cook and Company show off the latest Apple Watch products.
YubiKey 5C NFC: The world’s first security key to feature dual USB-C and NFC connections
The YubiKey 5C NFC can be used across a broad range of platforms -- iOS, Android, Windows, macOS and Linux -- and on any mobile device, laptop, or desktop computer that supports USB-C ports or NFC.
Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB-C hub
If you need a portable USB-C hub with an Ethernet port, this is for you.
Certo AntiSpy iPhone Spyware Detection
Certo AntiSpy is not an app. Instead, it is a utility that you download and install on a Windows or Mac, and you use that to scan a backup of your iOS or iPadOS for subtle signs of intrusion.
Speck Balance Folio Clear for Apple iPad (2019): 4 feet drop protection and multi-angle stand
The entry level Apple iPad is a great buy and for a reasonable $45 you can add drop protection and a case with multiple angles for viewing or typing. Speck high-quality build and functionality is present in this iPad case.
A brief history of Apple iPad models 2010-2019 (Gallery)
Apple's iPad exploded into the consumer tech market in April of 2010, months ahead of the first Android-powered tablet, and since then the company has sold some 400 million units. Let's take a look at where this device started, and how it has changed and evolved over the years.
Storage integration in iPadOS
Apple has gradually been adding file management chops to iOS and, now, iPadOS, especially for external storage. Here's how one sophisticated app, video editor Luma Fusion, takes advantage of the new capabilities. And a couple of more features we'd love to see.
Top storage devices and adapters for your iPad and iPhone
Apple's iPadOS and iOS 13 make it much easier for iPad and iPhone users to share files and make backups using external storage devices. Here's our guide to some of the best options.
iPadOS storage how-to in pictures
iPadOS dramatically improves iPad file handling and storage. I've been running the iPadOS beta 4 on an iPad Pro to learn about the new storage management features. Here's what you need to know -- in pictures.
iOS 12.4 draining your iPhone battery fast? Here's what you should do
Are you finding that your iPhone's battery life is bad since installing iOS 12.4? It's quite normal after an update. Here's what you can do to diagnose the problem and to get more battery life.
iOS 13: Things Apple still needs to fix
Apple has unveiled iOS 13, the next-generation mobile platform that will power the iPhone. But there's still a lot of things it could fix in the platform to make it more usable.
Apple WWDC 2019 keynote: Scenes and surprises
Highlights and some surprises from Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference keynote, including announcements on iOS, MacOS, TvOS, and WatchOS.
iOS 12.3 draining your iPhone battery fast? Here's what you should do
Are you finding that your iPhone's battery life is bad since installing iOS 12.3? It's quite normal after an update. Here's what you can do to diagnose the problem and to get more battery life.
iPhone 12, iPad Air, Chromecast: Jason Squared’s top tech of 2020
Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani discuss their favorite gadgets released in a year that we all would rather forget. Read more: https://zd.net/35Ortwq
Apple iPad Air 2020 review: The tablet for (almost) everyone
If you're looking for a tablet that can replace your laptop that's also affordable, the redesigned iPad Air is it. Read more: https://zd.net/2HskBfZ
iOS 14 is really rotten
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes tells Karen Roby that the user interface lags, there are battery problems, connectivity issues, and much more. Read more: https://zd.net/36nU3Xz
iOS 14’s rapid release has devs worried
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes tells Karen Roby if you install iOS 14 and you find bugs in apps, be kind to the developers because Apple hasn’t given them any time to get ready. Read more: https://zd.net/3km7iM6
Apple services shine bright during Time Flies event
Jason Cipriani, Jason Perlow, and Larry Dignan recap Apple’s latest product announcements. Read more: https://zd.net/35EPms7
Apple pie in the sky? Long due products we want to see next week
Jason Cipriani and Jason Perlow go beyond the expected Apple Watch Series 6 and iPad Air expected from Apple’s Sept. 15 event. Read more: https://zd.net/2ZrOOSt
Hurricane season: These are the tools you need
Your tablet and smartphone can be invaluable tools to help you stay out of harm's way during hurricane season.
Have you been hacked? This utility will do a full sweep of your iPhone, iPad, or iPod
It can carry out a deep scan of your iOS and iPadOS device and let you know if something seems out of place.
iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 betas: Should you install them on your iPhone and iPad?
Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani talk their favorite new features, the install process, and whether it’s worth installing right now on Jason Squared. Read more: https://zd.net/3gJLKXZ
Apple macOS 11 Big Sur will bring some major design changes
Startup chime returns in revamped design, plus new battery section.
Apple gives developers new ways to challenge the App Store decisions
Facing scrutiny by European competition regulators, Apple now lets developers challenge its App Store guidelines.
WWDC 2020 highlights: iOS 14, Apple Silicon, and more
ZDNet's Beth Mauder breaks down the most important highlights from Apple's World Wide Developer Conference, including what's new in iOS 14, WatchOS 7, Apple Silicon, and more. Read more: https://zd.net/3dw4NTA
First look at Apple Silicon
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes tells Karen Roby about what we know, and what Apple didn’t tell us. Read more: https://zd.net/3eteROC
This app will turn your iPhone into a digital fortress
It will tell you if your iPhone has been hacked.
WWDC 2020: A wishlist that only Apple can grant
The Jasons discuss their feature wish lists for iOS 14, iPadOS 14, Apple Watch 7, and Apple tvOS for this year's Apple developer conference in this week's Jason Squared episode.
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