Apple Releases tvOS 9.1 for Fourth-Generation Apple TV
Apple today released tvOS 9.1, the first major update to the tvOS operating system that runs on the fourth-generation Apple TV. tvOS 9.1 has been in testing since November 3, just a few days after the final version of tvOS was released alongside the new Apple TV in October.
tvOS 9.1 can be downloaded over-the-air through the Settings app on the fourth-generation Apple TV by going to System –> Software Update.
tvOS 9.1 betas introduced support for Siri search for Apple Music, allowing fourth-generation Apple TV owners to ask Siri to play content from Apple Music. Siri for Apple Music on the Apple TV works similarly to Siri for Apple Music on iOS devices, enabling queries like “What was the top song in 1980?” or “Play Adele’s latest single.” It is not yet clear if this feature made it into the final version of tvOS 9.1.
The tvOS update includes several bug fixes for issues discovered in the current version of tvOS, and according to beta testing notes, it features improvements to networking and scrolling.
tvOS 9.1 is the first major update to tvOS, but it’s the second update overall. Apple previously released tvOS 9.0.1 with under-the-hood bug fixes and performance improvements.
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Apple Releases iOS 9.2 With Safari View Controller Improvements, AT&T NumberSync Support and Bug Fixes
Apple today released iOS 9.2 to the public, marking the second major update to the iOS 9 operating system since its September launch. Prior to being released, iOS 9.2 was in testing since late October after being seeded to developers and public beta testers one week after the launch of iOS 9.1.
Today’s iOS 9.2 release is available as an over-the-air update to all iOS 9 users. Though it is the second major update, iOS 9.2 is actually the fourth update to iOS 9 in total, following the launches of iOS 9.0.1, iOS 9.0.2, and iOS 9.1. Xcode 7.2 is also available today.
iOS 9.2 includes a huge list of bug fixes, which we’ve outlined below.
This update contains improvements and bug fixes including:
– Apple Music improvements
–You can now create a new playlist when adding a song to a playlist
–Your most recently changed playlist is now listed at the top when adding songs to playlists
–Download albums or playlists from your iCloud Music Library by tapping the iCloud download button
–See which songs have been downloaded with the new download indicator next to each song in My Music and Playlists
–See works, composers, and performers while browsing Classical music in the Apple Music catalog
– A new Top Stories section in News so you can stay up to date with the most important news of the day (available in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia)
– Mail Drop in Mail for sending large attachments
– iBooks now supports 3D Touch to peek and pop pages from the table of contents, your notes and bookmarks, or from search results inside a book
– iBooks now supports listening to an audiobook while you browse your library, read other books, or explore the iBooks Store
– iPhone support for the USB Camera Adapter to import photos and videos
– Improved stability of Safari
– Improved stability of Podcasts
– Fixing an issue that caused mail attachments to be inaccessible for some users with POP email accounts
– Resolving an issue for some users that caused attachments to overlap text in mail
– Fixing an issue where Live Photos could have turned off after restoring from a previous iCloud backup
– Addressing an issue that could cause search in Contacts to display no results
– Resolving an issue that could have prevented Calendar from displaying all seven days in week view
– Fixing an issue where Camera screen on iPad could be black when attempting to capture video
– Addressing an issue that could cause instability in the Activity app when viewing the day of Daylight Savings Time transition
– Fixing an issue that could prevent data from appearing in Health
– Fixing an issue that could prevent Wallet updates and Lock screen alerts from displaying
– Addressing an issue where updating iOS could prevent an alarm from going off
– Fixing an issue where some users were unable to login to Find my iPhone
– Fixing an issue that prevented some manual iCloud Backups from completing
– Addressing an issue where using the iPad keyboard could unintentionally trigger text selection mode
– Improved keyboard responsiveness when using Quick Reply
– Improved punctuation input on the 10-key Chinese (Pinyin & Stroke) keyboards with new expanded view of punctuation symbols and better predictions
– Fixing an issue on Cyrillic keyboards where caps lock would be enabled when typing in URL or email fields
– Siri support for Arabic (Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates)
– Accessibility improvements
–Fixing issues with VoiceOver when using Camera face detection
–Adding support for VoiceOver to wake up the screen
–Adding support for VoiceOver to invoke app switcher with 3D Touch gesture
–Fixing an issue with Guided Access when trying to end phone calls
–Improved functionality for Switch Control users when using 3D Touch
–Fixing an issue with speech rate of Speak Screen
Beyond bug fixes, iOS 9.2’s biggest change is a tweak to the way the Safari View Controller works within third-party apps. The Safari View controller is what allows a pop-up Safari window to be used within third-party apps, and with iOS 9.2, the Safari View Controller supports third-party Action Extensions, letting apps like 1Password to be accessed in the Safari view of other apps like Tweetbot.
In the Hipchat app for iOS, clicking a link brings up an in-app browser. In iOS 9.1, seen on the left, there’s no option for third-party extensions. In iOS 9.2, seen on the right, there’s support for third-party extensions like 1Password.
The Safari View Controller has also been updated with the ability to long tap on the Reload button to reload content without content blockers and it now supports the request desktop site function and an edge swipe to dismiss the Safari window.
iOS 9.2 also includes support for AT&T’s NumberSync Wi-Fi calling feature, allowing AT&T users to accept calls on any device even when their phone is not nearby.
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Apple Releases watchOS 2.1 With Improved Language Support, Bug Fixes
Apple today released a new software update for the Apple Watch, upgrading watchOS 2 from version 2.0.1 to version 2.1 The update comes six weeks after Apple first released watchOS 2.0.1 to the public and two and a half months since the public launch of watchOS 2, the first operating system upgrade for the Apple Watch.
The 2.1 update can be downloaded through the dedicated Apple Watch app on the iPhone by going to General –> Software Update. To install the update, the Apple Watch must have 50 percent battery, it must be placed on the Apple Watch charger, and it must be in range of the iPhone.
watchOS 2.1 includes a range of bug fixes to improve the performance of the device and it also includes support for several new languages. There’s now system language support for Arabic, Czech, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Malay, Portuguese, and Vietnamese, along with expanded dictation and Siri support for several languages. Bug fixes address issues in Calendar, Power Reserve mode, third-party apps, and more.
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Moshi’s Aerio Messenger bag may be the ultimate tech bag (Review)
I’m a father. I write, I travel a lot and I’m a tech enthusiast. Many of you reading this may be one or more of those things. If you are, you know that most segments of your life have a phone, tablet, computer or something else that goes along with it. In this day and age, we all have devices that fit our needs. Some times a device can do many things, but if you’re anything like me, you’re toting around several gadgets. Whether that may be a tablet for the kid to keep her entertained while we wait on an oil change, my laptop so I can get some writing done, battery banks and both of my phones, they all live in my Moshi Aerio messenger bag.
In addition to the things I listed, I’m also a bit of a bag addict. I’ve used many messenger bags and backpacks in the past and I’m always in search of the perfect one. That’s why when the good people at Moshi offered me the chance to review the Aerio, I jumped at it. I am an admitted fan of Moshi. I think they make excellent stuff. I hope in the future they make a big push into Android accessories because the iPhone accessories they do make are fantastic.
The Aerio may look like any high premium messenger bag out there, but there are two things that make it stand out over others I’ve tried: its weight and the strap.
This is one of, if not the, lightest bag I’ve ever used. Even when its fully loaded with my Macbook Pro, headphones, notebook, pens, pills, two tablets and two phones, it feels incredibly light. Moshi used really high quality materials that not only make it light, but water resistant too. Now, it’s not waterproof, but I would definitely trust this bag to take a splash, or get rained or snowed on. In addition to it being water resistant, it also stretches. A lot. I’ve never been in a situation where I couldn’t get everything I listed in this bag, plus my lunch and whatever small boxes I have to mail out that day. Unless you’re taking a change of clothes, you should be able to get all of your devices into the Aerio.
What makes the Aerio easy to use is the strap. It extends to and retracts long enough for everyone to find their perfect length. I’ve had many bags that don’t give me nearly enough length since I like to keep my bags near my thigh. The pad that sits on your shoulder is extremely comfortable. There is a ton of padding, and it’s just tough enough to last while still preventing any shoulder fatigue. Where the strap connects to the bag is stretchy material that keeps your bag from tugging on your shoulder when you walk. These things combined makes the Aerio a joy to walk around with. I wish the strap was a bit thinner, but other than that, it’s pretty much perfect.
On the inside of the bag you’ll find a big pocket for up to a 15″ MacBook Pro that has a velcro strip and two notebook sized pockets. I keep my LG G Pad and Moleskin Notebook in these pockets and they have plenty of room to expand outward to hold more. You could easily get four or five tablets in each pocket. In addition to these three pockets, there’s one more on the inside which is just kind of a generic “throw your cables in here” pocket. I keep my headphones, coffee mug, lunch Tupperware and any packages in between these pockets in the main storage area. There’s plenty of space to fit whatever you need.
On the front of the bag is a large pocket and on the front of that is a smaller pocket that zips up. Both of these pockets extend to the bottom of the bag. This is where I keep battery backups normally since I don’t need to get to them as often. Under these two pockets are the plastic fasteners that keep the bag closed. Around back is a huge pocket that stretches the entire length and depth of the bag that secures with a zipper. This is great for large notepads and earbuds or whatever you need to get to quickly.
There’s simply a ton of storage in this bag. I have the bag, I’m staring at it and I don’t know how it’s all fitting in there without it blowing up. It always feels slim and easy to handle.
The fit and finishes of the bag are excellent too. I have the black option that has a brown strap and details. It honestly looks really great. I prefer darker colors anyway so it really blends well. All of the zippers are silver with the Moshi logo and feel high quality while handle on the back is sturdy and well stitched.
I’ve tried and tried and tried to find issues with this bag. I don’t want to write a review that seems like an advertisement for Moshi, but I really can’t find anything I dislike about this bag. It holds everything, it looks absolutely stunning and my shoulder never gets tired, even on long walks. This isn’t a cheap bag and it’s priced to match. The $150 price tag isn’t going to be for everyone, but if you’re looking for a bag that will last you a lifetime, this is it.
Product Link: Moshi Aerio Messenger Bag
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Alleged Xiaomi Mi 5 render leaked, shows physical home button
An alleged render of the Xiaomi Mi 5 smartphone has been leaked online. The leaked image shows us the front side of Xiaomi’s upcoming flagship, which reveals a physical home button sitting right below the display of the phone, if the render is indeed accurate.
Having a physical home button is of significance, especially since it would make the Mi 5 the first Xiaomi device to move away from the standard 3 capacitive buttons arrangement. We do agree that having a physical home button nicely aligns with rumours of the Mi 5 carrying a fingerprint scanner, which in this case can be easily integrated into the home button itself.
See also: Marshmallow update “coming soon” to Xiaomi Mi 4 and Mi Note
According to reputed Chinese analyst Pan Jiutang, the Mi 5 will not make use of Qualcomm’s new UltraSonic Fingerprint Scanner technology, which the analyst says isn’t ready for action yet. Thus, we can expect a traditional fingerprint scanner, just like the ones in latest the Apple iPhones, Samsung Galaxy handsets, etc.
Late in November, we published a story talking about the expected release date of the Xiaomi Mi 5. According to Jiutang, the Mi 5 will be unveiled to the world in January 2016. The Chinese phone maker is said to be stocking up on Mi 5 handsets, expecting a huge demand for the handset after its release in February next year.
The Mi 5 is rumoured to run on MIUI v7, powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 820 chipset and paired with a Quad HD display, 4GB RAM, a 16MP rear camera, and 3000mAh battery. There’s also a rumour that the Mi 5 will come with a Force Touch equipped screen. Nothing can be confirmed as of yet.
Qualcomm now facing EU anti-trust charges as well
Over the years, more than one American based company (and plenty of European ones, too) have come under fire in the EU for violation of antitrust law with famous examples including Microsoft and, more recently, Google. Now Qualcomm is facing a few problems of its own as European regulators have accused the chip giant of bribery and other anti-competitive practices.
According to the European Commission, they have reason to believe that Qualcomm is guilty of illegally paying a large sum of cash to an unnamed “major customer” in order to convince them to exclusively use Qualcomm chip. In addition, Qualcomm is said to have purposely sold many of its chips at under cost with the sole aim of forcing smaller European competitor Icera out of business – a company that has since been purchased by NVIDIA.
Bottom-line, the EU says that Qualcomm’s practices gave them an unfair advantage over their competition. If found guilty, Qualcomm could be facing some hefty fines, though the exact sum is hard to guess at this point. Qualcomm has until April to respond to the charges.
What do you think, regardless of the EU’s antitrust laws that are in place, how do you feel about a competitor using exclusivity deals and below-cost pricing in order to create problems for less financially solid competitors? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Age of Empires: World Domination out now on Android devices
Roughly two years ago, Microsoft revealed their plans for bringing the classic RTS franchise Age of Empires to mobile devices. About a year back, the software giant announced that game development company KLab Global is working on the AoE:World Domination for three mobile platforms – Android, iOS, and Windows Phone.
Today marks the release of Age of Empires: World Domination for Android devices, along with a soft launch of the iOS version of the game, with absolutely no mention of the Windows Phone version. The mobile-only title features a real-time battle system, just like in the original AoE titles. Based on the free-to-play revenue model, this mobile strategy game offers real-time battles, lets you recreate historical empires through advancements in technology, and pick from over 100 legendary heroes including Joan of Arc, King Arthur, Oda Nobunaga, Cao Cao, Knut the Great and many more.
See also: 10 best new Android games of November 2015
Just like in previous AoE games, players will have to explore the map to find enemies that are hidden in the fog-of-war. In AoE: World Domination, players can team up heroes and distinct troop types to create the ultimate battle unit. The game offers extensive customisation of an empire, allowing players to build their empire by picking structures from history’s greatest civilizations, all the while building their own devastating army.
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Age of Empires: Word Domination is available as a free download supported by in-app purchases on the Google Play Store. The game is said to be available only in select countries as of now, but we’re sure that plans for the game’s global rollout are already in motion.
Deals: Samsung microSD (16-128GB) 40-68% off, Jackery 12,000mAh Battery Pack for $22.49
Black Friday and Cyber Monday have already come and gone, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find more great deals scattered around the internet. If you’re looking to pick up a few more stocking stuffers for the technology lover in your life, look no further. Amazon has a couple of great deals going on right now that can save you some money on microSD cards and external battery packs.
For starters, Samsung microSD cards of various storage capacities are on sale right now, from 40-68% off. As for the specs, these cards feature transfer speeds up to 48MB/s and come in 16, 32, 64 or 128GB options. If your phone supports microSD card expansion, now is a great time to save on some additional storage. Interested? Follow the links below to jump right to the Amazon page.
- Samsung 16GB EVO Class 10 Micro SDHC with Adapter up to 48MB/s – $8.97 (40% off)
- Samsung 32GB EVO Class 10 Micro SDHC up to 48MB/s with Adapter – $11.99 (68% off)
- Samsung 64GB EVO Class 10 Micro SDXC Memory Card with Adapter – $18.99 (68% off)
- Samsung 128GB EVO Micro SDXC up to 48MB/s with Adapter – $58.99 (40% off)
If you know someone who always has a dying smartphone or tablet, this next deal is for you. Amazon is currently selling a 12,000mAh external battery pack from Jackery for only $22.49, which is a big savings of 83%. This battery pack features a sturdy aluminum case with anodized finish and two USB ports (5V/2.1A and 5V/1A), allowing you to charge two devices at once. The Panasonic-based 12,000mAh battery cell should be good for charging the average Android smartphone three to four times or more.
Unlike the Samsung microSD card deal, this battery pack is only on sale for one day. In about 15 hours the price will go back up, so you better hurry if you want to save! Follow the link below for more information.
[APK Download] Instagram preparing new ‘3D Touch’ feature for Android app
One of Apple’s selling points in the most recent update to their line of smartphones is something they call “3D Touch.” The screen is supposed to detect differing levels of pressure applied by a user to display different menus or action items. As many have realized, the feature is basically the equivalent of using a long press that just substitutes force for length of time. One company has reached the same conclusion as Instagram is preparing to roll out an update to their app that effectively brings access to “3D Touch” in the form of a long press to the Android app.
In the new version of the app, version 7.13.0 which is currently available through APK Mirror, Instagram has enabled a long press option when users are viewing a page full of thumbnail images. The long press will cause the image to open up in its own window with buttons for liking or sharing it. Users can just drag their finger down to one of those options to trigger that action. Otherwise, users can just move their finger away from the center of the zoomed in image to return to the thumbnail page. Instagram does provide some haptic feedback when the feature is in action. Users will have to do a little muscle training with their fingers to make sure they keep their finger on-screen.
If you want to give this new feature from Instagram a try before it officially rolls out to the Play Store, you can download and install the APK using the link below.
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Samsung releases another Galaxy View specific app aimed at gamers
The Samsung Galaxy View, a mammoth 18.4-inch tablet device, appears to be a niche product. That is not stopping Samsung from throwing resources in the form of app development at the Galaxy View though. We have already seen a family bulletin board style app for the device hit the Play Store and the Galaxy View Remote which turns a smartphone into a mouse to control the tablet. Following in the path of the Galaxy View Remote app, Samsung has released the S Console Gamepad app to turn a smartphone into a gaming controller.
The S Console Gamepad app has to be installed on a compatible smartphone, which is currently limited to other Samsung devices including the Galaxy S4, Galaxy S5, Galaxy S6, Galaxy Note 3, Galaxy Note 4, and Galaxy Note 5. Once installed, users can select from one of six different gamepads to use with over 100 gamepad optimized games. Users will even have the ability to edit gamepads to come up with their own unique solutions to meet their needs. Like the Galaxy View Remote app, users establish a connection between the Galaxy View and their smartphone using Bluetooth.
If you have a Galaxy View and want to avoid buying a physical gamepad for your gaming enjoyment, hit the Play Store link below to grab the S Console Gamepad for a virtual option.
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