Apple announced at WWDC 2021 in June a new version of its Swift Playgrounds development app with major improvements. Although the company never said when it would become available, Apple is now inviting some developers to try out Swift Playgrounds 4 ahead of the official release of the update. more…
Month: November 2021
iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS Monterey: These are the features Apple still hasn’t released
Apple previewed its new cycle of operating systems in June during the WWDC21 keynote. With iOS 15, iPadOS 15, watchOS 8, macOS Monterey, and tvOS 15, the company promised tons of new features. Now that all these systems are available to the public, there are some features that are still a ways away from launching….
Apple releases watchOS 8.1.1 with fix for Series 7 charging issue
Apple has released a new update for Apple Watch today that patches a bug with Series 7 watches that aren’t charging “as expected.” more…
Apple developing new ‘SportsKit’ framework as it invests in sports content for Apple TV
It’s no secret at this point that Apple is becoming more interested in the sports segment, as the company has been investing and hiring related professionals to work in its TV division. 9to5Mac has now found evidence to support these rumors, including a new “SportsKit” framework for iOS and tvOS apps. more…
Here’s how the new Mindfulness app and Reflect work in watchOS 8
Apple is putting more of a focus on mental health with watchOS 8, iOS 15, and macOS Monterey. And for Apple Watch, the Breathe app has been reworked with a new Reflect activity in addition to the updated Breathe experience. Here’s how the Mindfulness app works in watchOS 8. more…
Quadriplegic Apple user rates iOS 15 and watchOS 8 for accessibility
Quadriplegic Apple user and disability campaigner Colin Hughes last year shared his experiences of using Apple kit as someone who uses a wheelchair and has only very limited use of his hands. He’s now followed up with a look at the accessibility improvements Apple made in iOS 15 and watchOS 8. He highlights the progress…