Apple Blocks iMessage Exploit, Shutting Down Beeper Mini

Apple Blocks iMessage Exploit, Shutting Down Beeper Mini

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Apple has confirmed that it has blocked techniques used to exploit fake credentials in order to gain access to iMessage. This has resulted in the shutdown of the Beeper Mini app, which allowed Android users to access iMessage text support. Apple stated that these techniques posed significant risks to user security and privacy, including potential metadata exposure, unwanted messages, spam, and phishing attacks. It’s unclear if Apple’s actions specifically targeted Beeper Mini, but the recent troubles surrounding the app suggest a connection to the loophole being addressed. While the messaging divide between Android and iOS remains, the future of workarounds like Beeper Mini is uncertain.

iOS 17.2 Introduces Qi2 Wireless Charging for iPhone 13 and 14

iOS 17.2 Introduces Qi2 Wireless Charging for iPhone 13 and 14

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Apple surprises users with the introduction of Qi2 wireless charging support to the iPhone 13 and 14 models through iOS 17.2. By enabling Qi2 charger compatibility, these models can now experience up to 15W of wireless charging, matching the performance of MagSafe-certified devices. The adoption of Qi2 offers users more affordable options for wireless chargers, reducing the need for MagSafe-certified chargers.

How to Use Safari’s Listen to Page Feature to Read Articles on the Go

How to Use Safari’s Listen to Page Feature to Read Articles on the Go

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Safari’s “Listen to Page” feature allows users to listen to articles on the go. This article explains how to use the feature on an iPhone or iPad, including steps to activate it and control playback. It also highlights the convenience of Siri reading articles while you’re on the go.

How to Manage Suggested Contacts on Your iPhone or iPad

How to Manage Suggested Contacts on Your iPhone or iPad

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The share sheet on your iPhone or iPad provides quick access to suggested contacts when sharing photos, files, or accessing Shortcuts actions. This article explains how to enable or disable suggested contacts in the share sheet, as well as how to customize which contacts appear. It also provides tips on hiding specific contacts without disabling the entire suggestions row.

Thousands of Cheap Android TV Devices Infected with Malware

Thousands of Cheap Android TV Devices Infected with Malware

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Thousands of cheap Android TV streaming devices have been found to be infected with malware, leading to a massive fraud scheme. These infected devices have a firmware backdoor that allows them to access apps and communicate with servers in China. The fraud schemes include advertising fraud and the creation of fake accounts. Additionally, a related ad fraud operation has been uncovered, involving multiple apps and resulting in billions of ad requests per day. While action has been taken against these fraud schemes, the infected devices still pose a threat to users.

A Comparison of iPhone 15 and iPhone 14: What’s New?

A Comparison of iPhone 15 and iPhone 14: What’s New?

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The iPhone 15 and 15 Plus introduce several upgrades and enhancements compared to the iPhone 14. These include the Dynamic Island feature, brighter displays, improved performance with the A16 Bionic chip, higher quality cameras, and the adoption of a USB-C port. Although not a revolutionary step forward, the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus offer enough features to make them worth considering for those planning to upgrade.