Tag: Touch

Test out the new MacBook Pro’s Touch Bar on any Mac with this handy app

November 7, 2016 admin

Some have been pretty skeptical concerning the new MacBook Pro’s Touch Bar, worried that it will complicate things for users who are accustomed to the physical function row of keys. If you’re in the camp of wondering exactly how the new Touch Bar will work, a new tool brings the capability to all Macs… more……

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Two of four Thunderbolt 3 ports in new 13″ MacBook Pro with Touch Bar have reduced speeds

October 30, 2016 admin

A support document published by Apple on Friday reveals only two of the four Thunderbolt 3 ports in the latest 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar support full-speed data transfer, potentially limiting the notebook’s flexibility for power users. AppleInsider – Frontpage News

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Teardown Reveals New MacBook Pro Without Touch Bar Has Removable SSD

October 29, 2016 admin

The new entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro without a Touch Bar has only been available for a day and just made its way into Apple retail stores, but OWC has already managed to take apart one of the machines to get a glimpse inside. The teardown is still underway, but OWC can confirm that the new…

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New MacBook Pros with Touch Bar slip in shipping time to 3-4 weeks

October 28, 2016 admin

Apple’s new lineup of MacBook Pros has already started slipping in shipping times. The new models started out shipping in 2 to 3 weeks, but have now slipped into the 3 to 4 week range a few hours after going on sale. more… Filed under: Apple 9to5Mac

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Class action lawsuit against Apple over iPhone 6 ‘Touch Disease’ hardware flaw gains momentum

October 8, 2016 admin

A few months back, we reported on a hardware flaw plaguing a growing number of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus users, which garnered the name of “Touch Disease.” Shortly after the flaw was initially reported on, a trio of iPhone users filed a class action lawsuit against Apple, claiming that Apple refuses to repair…

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Google app on iOS updated with expanded 3D Touch support

August 25, 2016 admin

The Google app on iOS has today been updated to version 18.0, expanding support for 3D Touch on the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. While the app first gained support for 3D Touch back in December, today’s update brings the feature to more aspects of the app. more… Filed under: Apple 9to5Mac

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iPhone 7 again rumored to feature Force Touch Home button, come in new Space Black option

July 27, 2016 admin

Earlier today, we shared a handful of videos that gave perhaps the best look yet at the upcoming iPhone 7. Now, a new report from Macotakara reiterates a few features that the iPhone 7 could very well feature, including a capacitive Home button. more… Filed under: Apple 9to5Mac

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iOS 10 Beta 3 Tidbits: iOS 9-Style Touch ID Option, New Keyboard Sound, and More

July 19, 2016 admin

With any major beta update, there are several small changes and tweaks as Apple aims to refine the operating system ahead of its public release, and iOS 10 beta three, seeded to developers this morning, is no exception.

Today’s update, available as an over-the-air download for those who installed the first two betas or the beta configuration profile, features new Touch ID accessibility options, new haptic feedback when locking the iPhone, better keyboard sounds, and more.

We’ve rounded up all of the new features in beta three in the video below, so make sure to check it out to get a quick look at what’s changed. We’re also listing the changes in the post below.

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The end of plastic cards nears: Over 70,000 ATMs will soon support Touch ID withdrawals

July 15, 2016 admin

Following Bank of America’s announcement that customers could withdraw cash from ATMs, FIS and Payment Alliance International have today announced a new partnership that will allow users to perform cardless withdrawals using Touch ID, proving that the end of plastic cards is fast approaching. more… Filed under: Apple 9to5Mac

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How-To: Install iOS 10 public beta on your eligible iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch [Video]

July 7, 2016 admin

As we reported earlier today, the iOS 10 public beta has been released for all interested in having an early hands-on look at iOS 10. Anyone can install the public beta, not just registered Apple developers. Accessing and installing the beta is a fairly straightforward process, but we’re here to walk you through the process step-by-step….

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3D Touch in iOS 10: Respond to Notifications, Share Apps, Adjust Control Center Settings and More

June 23, 2016 admin

In iOS 10, Apple has focused heavily on making 3D Touch more useful and relevant, so if you have an iPhone 6s or 6s Plus, there are a whole slew of new gestures you can use on the Lock screen, the Home screen, and in certain apps. Given the expansive new 3D Touch options in…

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Apple acknowledges ‘Error 53’ glitch, says it’s part of Touch ID security

February 5, 2016 admin

Apple on Friday publicly acknowledged an unusual "Error 53" message, triggered by updating an iPhone 6 to iOS 9 or later after having the phone’s Touch ID sensor fixed by an unofficial technician. AppleInsider – Frontpage News

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iOS 9.3 Preview: First look at Night Shift mode, Touch ID Notes, new 3D Touch quick actions, much more [Video]

January 13, 2016 admin

This week’s iOS 9.3 beta software update for iPhone and iPad is a pretty major release for a mid-cycle version. New features including the F.lux-like Night Shift which lets you change the color temperature of your display and Touch ID plus secure passwords for Notes feel more major version features. Other parts like new 3D Touch…

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Video demonstrates using 3D touch screen iPhone 6s to weigh objects, opens up new use cases

October 25, 2015 admin

Developer Simon Gladman today demonstrated the use of the iPhone 6s display as a way to compare weights of an object, here denoted in a percentage of touch, on Apple’s 3D or Force Touch display. The app called Plum-O-meter is currently a jailbreak option for tinkerers. I think it is unlikely that this will hit the Official App Store…

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Apple airs iPhone 6s ad with focus on 3D Touch ‘Peek and Pop’

October 16, 2015 admin

Apple continued its iPhone 6s ad blitz on Thursday by releasing a short, 30-second spot highlighting the new handset’s 3D Touch capabilities, specifically "Peek and Pop" previews. AppleInsider – Frontpage News

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