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A new iPhone hacking tool puts some iOS 18 users at risk
A new fileless hacking technique called DarkSword poses a risk to iPhone users running specific versions of iOS 18 by exploiting malicious web pages to steal sensitive data and cryptocurrency. While Apple has released patches for the vulnerabilities in subsequent iOS updates, a portion of users may still be at risk if they have not updated their devices.
Perplexity's Comet AI browser is now available for iPhones
Perplexity's AI-powered browser, Comet, is now available as a free standalone app for iPhones and Android devices, following its initial PC release. The browser functions as a chatbot that can summarize webpages and conduct research, acting as a personal assistant. While it leverages Apple's Liquid Glass technology on iOS, it lacks third-party extension support and raises privacy concerns due to Perplexity's data collection practices for ad targeting.
How to prepare your phone for trade-in
This guide outlines the essential steps for preparing a smartphone for trade-in, sale, or recycling. Key actions include backing up all data, unpairing wireless accessories, logging out of cloud services like iCloud and Google, and performing a factory reset. It also advises on transferring data to a new device and removing physical accessories before handing over the old phone.
The atmospheric 3D action adventure, ‘CALX’, is coming to Steam on June 4th
Calx is a 3D action-adventure puzzle game for iOS that combines math equations with tile-based word games. It is set to release on Steam on June 4th. The game is described as fun for children and adults alike, making math engaging.
How to find and cancel your unused subscriptions
This guide provides instructions on how to find and cancel unused subscriptions across various services and platforms. It details methods for checking bank statements, searching emails, and navigating cancellation processes for popular services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Spotify, and YouTube TV. The article also discusses finance apps that can assist with subscription management.
Castle Crumble for Apple Vision Pro Is Now Available on Apple Arcade Alongside Big Updates for Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop, Crayola Adventures, and More – TouchArcade
Castle Crumble is now a universal game for Apple Arcade, supporting iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. Several other Apple Arcade titles, including Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop, Crayola Adventures, SpongeBob: Patty Pursuit, Jetpack Joyride 2, stitch., and Zookeeper World, have also received significant updates with new content and features.
Apple Adds Acclaimed Indie Games Like Dredge+ to Apple Arcade
Apple Arcade is adding several acclaimed indie titles, including Dredge+, Unpacking+, and My Very Hungry Caterpillar+, on April 2nd, 2026. Dredge+ will include all its DLC, while Unpacking+ offers a narrative puzzle experience. Additionally, a Star Wars crossover event for Disney SpellStruck is scheduled for March 19th.
Ball x Pit comes to mobile – now I need to buy one of those external battery pack things
The highly addictive game Ball x Pit, created by Kenny Sun & Friends, has now launched on mobile platforms, retaining all features from its PC and console versions. The mobile release includes recent and upcoming updates simultaneously with other platforms. The game is free to try with an option to purchase for £9.99.
New benchmarks show the iPhone chip in the cut-price Apple MacBook Neo beating every single x86 PC processor for…
New benchmarks indicate that Apple's A18 Pro chip, found in the budget Apple MacBook Neo, surpasses all current x86 PC processors in single-core performance according to Cinebench 2024 tests. This performance advantage extends to iPhones, though sustained performance may be limited by thermal constraints.
Xbox 360 Emulation Arrives on iOS with XeniOS – BioShock Now Playable
The XeniOS project has released the first functional Xbox 360 emulator for iOS devices, allowing games like BioShock, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, and The Simpsons Game to be played on iPhones. While only a small percentage of tested games currently run properly, the developers are optimistic about expanding compatibility. This technical achievement is significant given the architectural differences between Xbox 360 and current mobile hardware.
How to Use iTAK with Meshtastic on iPhone
This guide details how to set up Meshtastic with iTAK on iPhone, enabling tactical communication and live position sharing over LoRa without cell towers. The process involves configuring the Meshtastic iOS app as a local TAK server, ensuring correct LoRa presets and encrypted channels, and importing a data package into iTAK. Key considerations include keeping the Meshtastic app active in the foreground and understanding the limitations of LoRa bandwidth and range.
The 10 best sleep apps and gadgets for a better night's sleep in 2026
This guide highlights the top 10 sleep apps and gadgets designed to improve sleep quality, countering technology's negative effects. It recommends utilizing built-in phone sleep schedules on Android and iPhone before exploring other recommended devices.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro review: Impressive audio, imperfect ANC
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro offer refined designs and impressive audio quality, though their active noise cancellation remains imperfect, especially on the standard model. While they provide a more polished look and useful features for Samsung phone users, the Pro model is the better choice for superior sound and ANC performance. The earbuds continue to draw parallels to Apple's AirPods in design and functionality.
Remote PC Gaming Anywhere: How to Play Your Steam Game on iPad With DeskIn - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
DeskIn is a remote desktop software that allows users to stream PC games from their home Windows PC to devices like iPads, iPhones, and Android smartphones. It offers features such as up to 4K 60FPS streaming, low latency, customizable controls, and controller support, making it suitable for playing games on the go without a gaming laptop. The guide details setup steps for both the PC and mobile devices, including optimizing performance and activating game mode.
HITMAN World of Assassination Adds Milla Jovovich as New Elusive Target | Invision Game Community
IO Interactive has released a new Elusive Target mission, "The Harbinger," in HITMAN World of Assassination, starring Milla Jovovich as Lilith Devereux. The mission is available for free from February 25 to March 24, 2026, across a wide range of platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Mac. A new DLC pack, "Patient Zero Requiem Pack," is also available for purchase.
Sync and Visualize Your Apple Health Data with Grafana
This guide explains how to sync and visualize Apple Health data using Harbor Scale and Grafana on an iPhone. Users can track steps, heart rate, sleep, and more, uncovering trends and anomalies with AI-powered insights. The process involves setting up a Harbor Scale account, configuring an iOS Shortcut to export data, and then visualizing it in Grafana dashboards.
Epic just recommended this Fortnite iPhone app - and you can get it for free now
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney recommended the independently developed Fortnite companion app, Dilly, for iPhone users. Meanwhile, Apple has blocked Epic Games from releasing Fortnite on iOS in the US, continuing their ongoing dispute over App Store policies, despite Fortnite's return to Europe.
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