Apple’s AirDrop can be an incredibly useful utility, but it is possible that you could be sending more than you bargained for, as researchers have found that an attacker could glean the phone number and email of AirDrop users.
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Amazon announces new Alexa Transit feature
Alexa recently became a guide to traveling by public transportation with the introduction of the new Alexa Transit feature. The voice assistant added information on buses and trains, including real-time updates in seven major U.S. cities, with plans to add many more. Alexa Transit was released at the same time with the new Amazon Echo Buds hearables, a combination likely aimed at boosting Alexa use outside of the home over Google Assistant or Siri.
Roku comes out with a rechargeable remote including a voice-activated find feature
Roku just launched its first rechargeable remote control, priced at $30, that will let you track it down if you’ve lost it by simply saying “Hey Roku, find my remote.”
The future of travel is here with robot suitcases
The future of travel will include robot suitcases, but Travelmate goes well beyond that. It’s more akin to a personal robot butler. Imagine a portable Alexa mixed with a robot and you get a Travelmate.
Apple Music adds Saylists to help people with speech-sound disorders
Apple has launched Saylists on Apple Music to help people with speech disabilities. Apple worked with Warner Music to develop the said Apple Music feature that will use algorithms to find songs with challenging lyrics and sounds.
Starbucks partners with technology company to make stores more accessible to blind and visually impaired customers
Starbucks Corp. is partnering with a technology company to make it easier for customers with vision problems to shop its stores.
IKEA replaces its print catalog with an audiobook
When IKEA canceled its print catalog last year, it hinted at plans to venture into new formats to better reach an increasingly internet-dependent customer base. The world’s largest furniture company bolstered its e-commerce platform, built a better mobile app, and opened a string of small retail outlets in urban areas around the world. In what may be its zaniest gambit yet, IKEA has launched an audiobook.
How to use SOS emergency features on iPhone and Apple Watch
Why would you want to set up emergency SOS location tracking? There’s a variety of scenarios where you may not be able to talk on a phone, but you will be able to find a way to send your location to trusted individuals.
iOS 14.5 beta indicates that Apple’s Bluetooth tracker AirTags is coming soon
In the latest iOS 14.5 beta, Apple has enabled the Items tab in the Find My app for all users. This is a good indicator that Apple’s Bluetooth tracker product is imminent (following around two years of rumors that the product is in development). However, the Items tab will also be used by third-party accessories that integrate with the Find My network, so technically the two things are not inextricably tied.
How to speed up Your Apple Watch
Constant use of your Apple Watch, combined with new and more demanding apps or features, can make it run slow over time. If that’s happening to you, here are a few fixes you can try to make your Apple Watch run as smoothly as a brand new one.
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