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fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

I extended my AirTag's battery life by 10 years with this simple accessory - but it has a big caveat

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2 months ago
Gadgets

I extended my AirTag's battery life by 10 years with this simple accessory - but it has a big caveat

Apple
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Apple issues warning to iPhone users over stealthy attack: Act NOW

Apple has released critical iOS updates to protect against the DarkSword cyberattack method targeting vulnerable devices.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

How the Apple Watch defined modern health tech

The Apple Watch Series 4 revolutionized health tech with FDA-cleared atrial fibrillation detection, influencing the development of advanced consumer health wearables.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 day ago

PREMIUM Is Your Phone Spying on You? Nah. It Doesn't Have To.

Apps collect extensive data about users, allowing them to predict needs without eavesdropping.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 days ago

I tried to destroy this AirTag alternative, but it wouldn't crack - unlike others

Ugreen's Finder Pro tags offer durable alternatives to AirTags for tracking items, featuring a tough design and rechargeable battery.
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
3 days ago

These car gadgets are worth every penny

Spring and summer are ideal for purchasing car gadgets to enhance road trips.
#apple
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Privacy professionals

Apple will hide your email address from apps and websites, but not cops | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
3 days ago
Apple

Apple releases security fix for older iPhones and iPads to protect against DarkSword attacks | TechCrunch

Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Apple will hide your email address from apps and websites, but not cops | TechCrunch

Apple provided federal agents with identities of customers using its email privacy feature, revealing limitations in its privacy assurances.
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Apple's best product ever

Apple's 50th anniversary was marked by ranking its 50 best products based on over 1.6 million votes.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Apple releases security fix for older iPhones and iPads to protect against DarkSword attacks | TechCrunch

Apple released security updates for older iPhones and iPads to protect against the DarkSword hacking toolkit that steals user data.
Apple
fromMacRumors
4 days ago

Apple Sets Privacy Rules for Third-Party Access to Live Activities and Notifications

Apple is implementing new iOS features for third-party wearables while enforcing strict privacy rules on notification forwarding.
Photography
fromWIRED
6 days ago

Your Photos Are Probably Giving Away Your Location. Here's How to Stop That

Photos contain metadata like EXIF data, including location, which can be useful but may compromise privacy when shared.
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Garmin's Latest Training Features Fend Off the Advances of the Apple Watch

Food logging can be done in a few ways, including searching a database, scanning barcodes, or using AI-based camera analysis. Simpler items like eggs and fruit are identified well, but complex meals can be frustrating due to lighting and AI limitations.
Wearables
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
2 days ago

Android's emergency alerts just got a major map upgrade - but change this setting first

Android Wireless Emergency Alerts now feature a map showing affected areas and user locations for better situational awareness.
Privacy technologies
fromGotechtor
1 week ago

Apple Built a Powerful iPhone Privacy Tool That Most People Ignore-Here's Why You Should Turn It On Today - Gotechtor

Turning on App Privacy Report on iPhone enhances user control over app permissions and data sharing.
Apple
fromZDNET
1 day ago

You can use Google Meet with CarPlay now: How to join meetings safely in your car

Google Meet now supports audio-only meetings on Apple CarPlay, enhancing accessibility for users on the road.
Wearables
fromMakeUseOf
4 days ago

Your phone's Bluetooth is broadcasting more than you think - here's how to limit it

Bluetooth remains active and broadcasts data even when not connected, potentially allowing for tracking without user consent.
Apple
fromZDNET
1 day ago

I tried ChatGPT's new CarPlay integration: It's my new go-to for the questions Siri can't answer

ChatGPT now integrates with Apple CarPlay for hands-free conversations in vehicles.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
2 days ago

Samsung Galaxy 'Able' Reportedly Spotted in App, May Not Be Earphones

Samsung is likely launching a new accessibility-focused model called Galaxy Buds Able, indicated by its unique naming and model number.
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Apple's controversial Fitness VP Jay Blahnik is retiring

Approximately 10 out of the 100 employees under his leadership had reportedly sought extended leaves of absence for mental health concerns since 2022.
Apple
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Nothing's AI devices plan reportedly contains smart glasses and earbuds | TechCrunch

Nothing is set to release smart glasses next year, featuring AI capabilities and a multi-device strategy beyond smartphones.
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

United adds TSA wait times to its mobile app

United Airlines announced updates to its mobile apps, including estimated security wait times at all US hub airports, addressing the impact of the partial government shutdown on TSA staffing.
Apple
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

With its new app store, Ring bets on AI to go beyond home security | TechCrunch

Amazon-owned Ring launches an app store to enhance camera capabilities, focusing on elder care, workforce analytics, and rental management.
Wearables
fromZDNET
4 days ago

Galaxy Watch users in the US can finally track their blood pressure - here's what you need

Samsung Galaxy Watch users in the US can now monitor blood pressure with calibration required using an inflatable cuff monitor.
fromgizmodo.com
6 days ago

Aqara Smart Lock U400 Review: Hands-free Unlocking at Its Best

The U400 one-ups just about every other smart lock available today by using your iPhone or Apple Watch's ultra wideband (UWB) signal for hands-free smart lock unlocking, a new Home Key feature Apple announced in 2024 that's coming to smart locks at long last.
Wearables
#apple-maps
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Apple

Apple Maps may be about to get ads | TechCrunch

Apple Maps is set to introduce ads, allowing businesses to bid for promotion in search results, potentially enhancing revenue.
Apple
fromMacRumors
5 days ago

Apple Lays Groundwork for Ads in Maps With iOS 26.5

Apple is introducing ads in Apple Maps, allowing local businesses to advertise based on user location and search terms.
Apple
fromAutoblog
1 week ago

There's Only One Good Thing About Apple Maps Getting Ads

Apple Maps will introduce sponsored search results on iOS and iPadOS, but not on CarPlay.
Apple
fromMashable
1 week ago

Apple Maps could get ads as soon as this summer

Apple Maps is set to introduce advertisements in the app, resembling sponsored search results similar to Google Maps.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Apple Maps may be about to get ads | TechCrunch

Apple Maps is set to introduce ads, allowing businesses to bid for promotion in search results, potentially enhancing revenue.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Android's Find Hub adds iPhone-like luggage tracking links

Google is rolling out an Android update that includes the ability to share the location of your missing luggage with an airline. It's similar to the luggage-tracking feature Apple brought to the iPhone, allowing you to view the location of your Find Hub tag or accessory on a map, and provide your airline with a link to the information they need to track it down.
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fromThe Verge
5 days ago

The first Apple Home Key-ready smart lock with UWB is cheaper during Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Aqara's U400 smart lock offers hands-free unlocking for iPhone users and is currently discounted to $229.49 during the Big Spring Sale.
fromFuturism
1 month ago

New App Detects the Radio Fingerprint of Smart Glasses and Warns You When Someone Is Using Them Nearby

Covert recording is a lot about power. So, I was worried from the very beginning when Meta announced they were going to revive the Google Glass idea. That might be influenced by my study subject very well, but it might as well be influenced by every report and story I read on digital abuse and hate speech in the last twenty to thirty years.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Xiaomi's tracker doesn't need a case to clip to your keys

On one end of the tracker you'll find an integrated metal loop that can be attached to a keyring or clipped to a carabiner without the need for an extra case. The Xiaomi Tag is compatible with both Apple's Find My and Google's Find Hub tracking networks and mobile apps, but not at the same time.
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fromMobile World Live
1 week ago

Apple unveils platform allowing advertising on Maps

Apple introduced a unified platform, Apple Business, to enhance device management, operations, and customer engagement, launching on April 14 in over 200 regions.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Revealed: How stalkers are weaponising Airtags and GPS trackers to tail their victims

AirTags and inexpensive GPS devices are increasingly used by stalkers to track and control victims, causing severe safety risks and mental-health harms.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Android users can now share tracker tag info with airlines to help locate lost luggage | TechCrunch

Android users can now share secure luggage location links with airlines through Find Hub to track lost baggage, with over 10 global airlines currently participating.
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

The original AirTag is the cheapest it's ever been

If you're an iPhone owner, the original AirTag still delivers a level of precision few trackers can match, thanks to its ultra wideband (UWB) chip and access to Apple's expansive Find My network. Whereas most Bluetooth trackers just tell you the general whereabouts of a misplaced item, the AirTag actually guides you directly to it with on-screen arrows and distance estimates.
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fromZDNET
2 months ago

I've tried countless tracker tags, and these are the best I've found for Android

Rolling Square's AirNotch Pro Dual tags provide cross-platform Find My and Google Find Hub compatibility, durable IP68 construction, long battery life, omnidirectional sound, and built-in key attachment.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Apple's new iPhone and iPad security feature limits cell networks from collecting precise location data | TechCrunch

A new iPhone and cellular iPad feature limits location precision shared with carriers to protect users' privacy without affecting apps or emergency services.
fromTravel + Leisure
4 weeks ago

I've Been Traveling With an Apple AirTag for Years-Here's What Everyone Gets Wrong When Using Them

AirTags only work if they have enough battery power, which only lasts up to one year. Instead of buying a new AirTag for $29 when the battery dies, you can simply replace the battery. But you'll need the right type: a CR2032 3-volt lithium coin battery to be exact.
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fromZDNET
1 month ago

I created the ultimate Wi-Fi password key with the most unexpected gadget - how it works

I'm blown away that I can write data to a little chip and then access that using a phone or tablet. I've embedded NFC tags into all sorts of things, from documents to business cards to 3D-printed objects. And it's easy! What you'll need You need two things: NFC tags: These come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, from to to .
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#chipolo
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

These Bluetooth trackers for Android users function even better than AirTags (and they're on sale)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

Finally, Bluetooth trackers for Android users that function even better than AirTags (and they're on sale)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

Finally, Bluetooth trackers for Android users that function even better than AirTags (at a low price)

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

These Bluetooth trackers for Android users function even better than AirTags (and they're on sale)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

Finally, Bluetooth trackers for Android users that function even better than AirTags (and they're on sale)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

Finally, Bluetooth trackers for Android users that function even better than AirTags (at a low price)

fromTechRepublic
2 months ago

Apple Introduces New iPhone Location Privacy Setting

Your iPhone might soon stop telling your wireless carrier exactly where you're standing, and law enforcement won't like it. Apple this week began rolling out a privacy feature that lets users blur their location data before it reaches cellular networks, limiting what carriers can see to just your general neighborhood instead of your precise street address. The move comes as phone companies face mounting scrutiny over how location data gets shared with authorities and targeted by hackers.
Privacy technologies
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Samsung Drops the Galaxy SmartTag 2 Bluetooth Tracker to Its Lowest Price After New AirTag 2 Arrives - Kotaku

Got any big travel plans for 2026? I know when I'm traveling, I become weirdly anxious about all my stuff, afraid I might leave something behind somewhere in a hotel room or backseat of an Uber. That's why it can be a good idea to slip some Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 Bluetooth trackers into your bags. Right now, Amazon has the trackers 36% off. Normally, priced at $30, they've now each dropped by $10 to just $20 per tag.
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fromEngadget
1 month ago

How to share your location via satellite on iPhone

iPhone 14 and later models can share location via satellite when cellular and Wi-Fi are unavailable in supported regions, requiring a clear sky view and iOS 18 or newer.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

A nice upgrade for Apple's simplest gadget

Recommendations for a new Apple gadget upgrade, an AI search tool, Sonos gear, entertainment picks, and a request for favorite non‑Big Tech devices.
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fromZDNET
2 months ago

This AirTag-like card tracker is my top choice for Android and iOS users - and it's rechargeable

KeySmart SmartCard Gen 3 is a 1.8mm, dual-network tracker supporting Apple FindMy and Google Find Hub with Qi recharge and up to 11-month battery.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

This Bluetooth tracker effectively replaced the AirTag on my keychain for one important reason

Rolling Square AirNotch Pro Dual are durable, dual-network finder tags compatible with Apple Find My and Google Find Hub, with long battery life and built-in key loop.
fromZDNET
1 month ago

As an Android user, these are the closest things to AirTags (and better in some ways)

The Loop works with Apple Find My and Google Find Hub Device networks, so it's compatible with hundreds of millions of smartphones out there, allowing you to find your lost items no matter where you are (which is handy when you leave your keys in a random riad in Marrakech... speaking from experience). So, how does the Loop differ from an AirTag? First, the battery is rechargeable, and when it needs topping up -- every six months or so -- you can use any handy USB-C cable.
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fromZDNET
2 months ago

Finally, a Bluetooth tracker that lasts long, is highly functional, and works with Android and iOS

Rolling Square AirNotch Pro Dual are durable, dual-network-compatible finder tags for Android and iOS with long battery life and omnidirectional sound.
#apple-airtag
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Apple

Apple AirTag 2 Launch Makes the First-Gen Tracker Way Cheaper, With the 4-Pack Now Costing Less Per Unit Than Buying One - Kotaku

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Apple

Apple AirTag 2 Launch Makes the First-Gen Tracker Way Cheaper, With the 4-Pack Now Costing Less Per Unit Than Buying One - Kotaku

fromEngadget
2 months ago

The Morning After: Apple might be making its own AirTag-sized AI wearable

Unfortunately, the new challenger is a wearable AI pin with cameras, mics and... zero interest from me. According to a report from The Information, it'll resemble a slightly thicker AirTag with an aluminum and glass exterior. The report suggests it'll have two cameras (standard and wide-angle) for photos and video. It may also have three microphones and a (swoon) physical button. I love a physical button.
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#airtags
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Apple

Apple Clears Out Original AirTags as AirTag 2 Arrives, Prices Drop to an All-Time Low - Kotaku

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Apple

Apple Clears Out Original AirTags as AirTag 2 Arrives, Prices Drop to an All-Time Low - Kotaku

#airtag-2
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Apple

AirTag 2 vs. AirTag 1: I compared both models and found the winner to not be so obvious

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Apple

AirTag 2 vs. AirTag 1: I compared both models and found the winner to not be so obvious

fromEngadget
1 month ago

Get a four-pack of first-gen AirTags for only $64

Right now you can pick up a of Apple's diminutive first-generation Bluetooth trackers for $64, which translates to 35 percent off and a near record low price. Bear in mind that this deal brings the price per down to about $16 if you were to buy them individually, and when not on sale they usually cost $29. The single first-gen AirTags are also on right now, and you can pick one up for 41 percent off at $17.
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fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

Apple's Secret AI Pin Looks Like an AirTag and it Might Just Kill The Smartwatch - Yanko Design

Apple is developing a screenless, AirTag-sized AI pin with dual cameras, microphones, speaker, and magnetic charging, running Siri with Google Gemini integration, launching around 2027.
Apple
fromKotaku
2 months ago

UGREEN's Apple Find My Certified Tracker (4-Pack) Gets Cleared Out at an All-Time Low, Several Times Cheaper Than AirTags - Kotaku

Ugreen FineTrack four-pack is discounted to $23, offering Apple Find My-compatible trackers for about $5.75 each with loud alarms and easy iPhone setup.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
2 months ago

Apple Joins the Wearable AI Race With a Pin-Like Device

Apple is developing a compact AI-powered wearable pin with cameras, microphones, speaker, wireless charging, and Siri integration, potentially launching around 2027.
Apple
fromMacRumors
2 months ago

iOS 26.3 Adds Privacy Setting to Limit Carrier Location Tracking

iOS 26.3 introduces a 'Limit Precise Location' option that restricts mobile networks to neighborhood-level device location to enhance user privacy.
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