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watchOS 7.4 brings iPhone mask unlock feature for Apple Watch

The release version of the watchOS 7.4 software update for Apple Watch is now available. iPhone users are now able to use Apple Watch to replace Face ID and a passcode when wearing a facial covering like a mask. Here’s how Apple describes the feature in Face ID and Passcode settings on the iPhone:  iPhone can use your Apple Watch to unlock when Face ID detects a fact with a mask. Your Apple…
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Hands-on: Here’s how iPhone battery recalibration works in iOS 14.5

One of the notable changes with iOS 14.5 is iPhone 11 battery recalibration. The new feature gives an updated, more accurate reading of your device’s maximum battery capacity and peak performance capability and can fix unexpected battery drain. And in rare cases, it could lead to a free battery replacement. Follow along for a hands-on look at how iPhone battery calibration works. 9to5Mac first…
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iOS 14.5 is now available, here’s why you should update

Apple started testing iOS 14.5 almost three months ago. With the final version being released to the general public today, there are a lot of reasons to update your iPhone right now. Before updating your iPhone for iOS 14.5 don’t forget to backup all your data. This version is available for all the iPhones running iOS 14 (iPhone 6s or newer). iOS 14.5 brings support to unlock your iPhone with…
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Google Voice for iOS adds ‘Suggested Contacts’ widget, Shortcuts support

Back in November, a slew of Google apps on iPhone and iPad added homescreen widgets. The latest iOS 14 widget is from Google Voice, which now also supports macro creation in the Shortcuts application. Version 21.16 of Google Voice identifies two main changes. The first is a “Suggested Contact” that measures 2×1 and features three recent and/or frequent contacts. It includes their assigned…
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