iOS 15
Apple officially began the rollout of iOS 15 today, a major update making FaceTime calls more natural, introduces SharePlay for shared experiences, new ways to manage notifications, and brings more intelligence to photos and search to quickly access information.
Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders
Qualcomm has launched it's first ever smartphone, “Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders”. A ‘Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders’, the new smartphone has been designed in collaboration with Asus and is specifically for the company's loyalty programme called Snapdragon Insiders that was launched in March.
PCM 6 Voice Pilot
Porsche has unveiled details of its upcoming sixth-generation PCM infotainment system before it's integrated into the 911, Cayenne and Panamera ranges this summer. The developers behind the new-for-2021 Porsche Communication Management system (PCM) have focused on providing swish, simple and clear menus, which evolve the style first seen in the Taycan into a format that features some handy new tech.
TomTom Go Expert
TomTom has launched the TomTom GO Expert for professional truck, van and bus drivers. With a 7-Inch high-definition (HD) touchscreen display and a new processor, TomTom says the GO Expert is 4x faster than previous satnavs and packed with powerful features including smart routing for large vehicles and accurate traffic information which make every drive more efficient.
iOS 15
Apple today previewed iOS 15, a major update making FaceTime calls more natural, introduces SharePlay for shared experiences, new ways to manage notifications, and brings more intelligence to photos and search to quickly access information. Apple Maps unveils beautiful new ways to explore the world, Weather is redesigned with full-screen maps and more graphical displays of data, Wallet adds support for home keys and ID cards, and browsing the internet with Safari is even simpler with a new tab bar design and Tab Groups. iOS 15 also includes new privacy controls in Siri, Mail, and more places across the system to further protect user information.
macOS Monterey
Apple today previewed macOS Monterey, bringing new ways for users to connect, get more done, and work more fluidly across their Apple devices. SharePlay, a new feature in FaceTime, lets users share experiences together, and Shared with You makes it easy to discover and enjoy content shared through Messages right in Photos, Safari, Apple Podcasts, Apple News, and the Apple TV app.
watchOS 8
Apple today previewed watchOS 8, bringing new features for users to stay healthy, active, and connected. Updates to the Wallet and Home apps extend Apple Watch as an increasingly useful tool for convenient access across the car and places users live, work, and visit. A reimagined Breathe app and new Tai Chi and Pilates workout types help users lead a fit and healthy life and support mental well-being, while a new Portraits watch face and enhancements to Messages and the Photos app make staying connected to loved ones even easier.
Android Security
Google has released the June 2021 Android Security Bulletin, giving carriers and device makers a fresh set of patches to install. Though Google puts out the Android security patches each month, the job of actually getting the fixes to end users falls on the telcos and/or device manufacturers themselves. Those partners vary in their ability to release the patches in a timely fashion.
Realme 8 5G
Realme 8 5G, the third device in the Realme 8 series, has been launched in the UK as the first phone in the UK to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor. The Realme 8 5G is also now the cheapest 5G phone available in the UK.
iOS 14.5
Apple has officially released OS 14.5, bringing the ability to unlock iPhone with Apple Watch while wearing a face mask, more diverse Siri voices, new privacy controls, skin tone options to better represent couples in emoji, and much more.
iOS 14
Apple has released the seventh public beta of iOS 14.5. Members of Apple's Beta Software Program can download the previews and register devices now. iOS 14.5 will be the biggest update to iOS 14 to date, introducing several significant new features.
iOS 14
Apple has released the sixth public beta of iOS 14.5. Members of Apple's Beta Software Program can download the previews and register devices now. iOS 14.5 will be the biggest update to iOS 14 to date, introducing several significant new features.
OnePlus 9 Colours
OnePlus today launched the OnePlus 9 Series, featuring a top-tier flagship camera experience with the Hasselblad Camera for a Mobile system, next-generation high refresh rate displays and fast wireless charging technology.
iOS 14
Apple has unexpectedly released iOS 14.4.1, which fixes a vulnerability in WebKit, so that malicious web content won’t have its way. Apple describes this as “A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation”.
iOS 14
Apple has officially released iOS 14.4, bringing some important bug fixes and security updates. Smaller QR codes can now be recognised by Camera and there is an option to classify Bluetooth device type in Settings for correct identification of headphones for audio notifications.
Galaxy Buds Pro
Samsung today unveiled its next-generation earbuds: Galaxy Buds Pro. These earbuds feature immersive sound, superior call quality, Intelligent Active Noise Control and enhanced connectivity across your devices.
HarmonyOS
Huawei has confirmed that HarmonyOS – a brand-new mobile operating system designed to rival Google's version of Android will launch in 2021. The new OS was first announced back in summer last year, with a beta for the operating system recently launching ahead of a full release in the new year.
Apple HomePad
Apple today unveiled HomePod mini, the company's most affordable, diminutive smart speaker at just 3.3 inches tall. The Apple HomePod mini is very similar in design and features to the HomePod, simply smaller.
Samsung unveils PRO Plus and EVO Plus SD Cards
Samsung today unveiled the PRO Plus and EVO Plus, its two new lines of SD cards featuring exceptional speeds and improved durability. With the PRO Plus and EVO Plus, content creators and general consumers can seamlessly work across a wide range of devices