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Chromebooks getting advanced ‘Screencast’ app and ‘Cast moderator’ with Google TV in schools

June 7, 2022
As the current school year winds down, Google is getting ready for the next one with a number of education updates across Classroom, Workspace, and Chromebooks, like the Screencast app and Cast moderator on Google TV. Screencast app  Chromebooks are building on the existing Screen capture tool (found in Quick Settings or via keyboard shortcut) with a Screencast app that’s essentially a…
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iOS 16: Tapbacks will no longer spam your SMS group chats

June 7, 2022
The hero changes to iMessage in iOS 16 are the addition of edit button and undo send features. However, there’s also another enhancement that Apple didn’t mention on stage: the dreaded Tapback spam in SMS group chats has been resolved. Apple is now using a very similar…
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Exclusive: iOS 16 code includes multiple ‘always-on display’ references ahead of iPhone 14 Pro

June 7, 2022
iOS 16 was announced yesterday at WWDC 2022, with one of the biggest changes being a completely redesigned Lock Screen. You can now customize your iPhone’s Lock Screen with different widgets, fonts, dynamic wallpapers, and more. All of these features come as rumors indicate the iPhone 14 Pro could include a new always-on display. Now, 9to5Mac has found multiple references within iOS 16…
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Safety Check in iOS 16 promotes user safety for those at risk from domestic violence

June 7, 2022
Apple’s dedication to privacy showed at yesterday’s WWDC 2022 opening keynote. One feature in particular, Safety Check, which is new in iOS 16, helps users at risk from domestic violence. In partnership with organizations that support victims of domestic violence, Apple has unveiled this new tool to promote the personal safety of its user base. In iPhone Settings, the feature says: If…
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References to unreleased HomePod model found in iOS 16 beta

June 7, 2022
Apple today released the first beta of iOS 16 to developers, and it comes with a bunch of new features – including a completely redesigned lock screen with widgets, revamped notifications, iMessage improvements, and more. And it also hints at a new HomePod model that may…
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iOS 16 brings new playlist sorting feature to Apple Music, more

June 7, 2022
During today’s announcement of iOS 16 at WWDC, Apple Music didn’t get any stage time despite being one of Apple’s most important services. Nonetheless, there are a couple of small changes to the Music app that are worth noting: playlist sorting and the ability to mark…
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iOS 16 expands support for game controllers, now works with Nintendo’s Joy-Cons and Pro Controller

June 7, 2022
During the WWDC 2022 opening keynote on Monday, Apple highlighted how iOS 16 enhances the gaming experience with updates to the Metal API and a redesigned Game Center. In addition, iOS 16 adds support for even more game controllers, including Nintendo’s Joy-Cons and Pro Controller. As noted by Riley Testut, the developer behind Delta and AltStore, it is now possible to pair Nintendo Switch…
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