Apple has announced changes to its Business Connect service, now allowing businesses of all sizes and types to use the platform, including those without physical locations. The service lets verified businesses manage their appearance across Apple’s apps, which are used by over a billion people.

David Dorn, Apple’s senior director of Internet Software and Services Product, stated, “We designed Business Connect to enable businesses to present accurate information to Apple users. With today’s updates, we’re extending this capability to more businesses.”

New features in the expanded service include:

1. Branded Mail: Businesses can display their name and logo in emails sent to customers through Apple’s Mail app. This feature is available for sign-up now, with logo display expected later this year.
2. Tap to Pay on iPhone Logo Display: Companies can show their logo instead of a category icon when accepting payments via Tap to Pay on iPhone.
3. Business Caller ID: Planned for next year, this will show a business’s name, logo, and department on incoming call screens.

These additions build on existing features introduced last year, which allowed businesses to customize their place cards in apps like Apple Maps and Wallet with photos, logos, action links, and promotions.

The expansion of Business Connect to include service providers and online-only businesses represents a change in Apple’s approach to business integration within its ecosystem. This move may affect how businesses interact with customers through Apple’s platforms and could influence digital brand management strategies.

As per Apple’s support page currently, two types of entities can use Apple Business Connect

• Company/Organization: Your company or organization. You directly manage how your brand appears to customers.
• Third-Party Partner/Agency: A data provider or data manager who works on your behalf on how your brand appears to customers.

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The Cupertino-based tech company, Apple, has brought out a refreshed version of its iPad mini 2021 model. With a simple press conference, the brand has unveiled the new 2024 model for its iPad mini. The latest model comes with a new processor, bigger base storage option, updated connectivity, and more.

Check out more about the latest Apple iPad mini 2024 model below.

Newly Unveiled Apple iPad mini 2024 Model

As mentioned above, the now-unveiled iPad mini 2024 is a refreshed version of the previous iPad mini 2021, and it comes equipped with the more advanced A17 Pro chipset. Moreover, from the base storage of 64GB, customers will be able to get the iPad mini 2024 model with a bigger base storage of 128GB. Upgraded connectivity specs include Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth version 5.3, and USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 2 port. Additionally, Apple Pencil Pro Stylus support and the support for Apple Intelligence have also been brought to the latest 2024 iPad mini model.

Coming to the color options, the previous iPad mini 2021 was available in Space Gray, Pink, Purple, and Starlight. Along with the Space Gray, Purple, and Starlight color variants, the new iPad mini 2024 model will also be made available in a Blue color option as well.

About the price, the iPad mini 2024 is priced at $499/€599/£499 for the Wi-Fi only variant (128GB), whereas the cellular connectivity version (128GB) has a price tag of $649/€769/£649, in the respective markets. The pre-order for the device is currently live, and the open sales and shipments are set to begin on 23rd of October 2024, this month. To add, a Smart Folio Case for the iPad mini 2024, priced at $59, has also been unveiled.

Apple iPad mini 2024 – Specifications

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Apple, the Cupertino-based tech company, has now updated its iCloud web with some new user friendly features and has brought certain improvements along with it. Apart from general updates, iCloud Calendar, iCloud Drive, iCloud Photos, Notes, and Reminders have received some changes and updates too.

Know more about it in detail below.

Apple’s iCloud Web – Updated

For those of you who don’t know, iCloud is a service offered by Apple to its users which helps them in securely storing their passwords, files, photos, notes, and other such data to its cloud. Yes, similar to Google Drive. The data is kept up to date and will be made available across all their devices. Sharing these resources with friends and family is also really easy with the iCloud service. That being said, let us now look into the updates that Apple has brought to its web version.

Firstly, iCloud web will now be able to automatically match with the users’ device settings, and then, display in a dark or light color scheme accordingly. Users will also receive the option to customize the background. They just need to scroll down to the bottom, select ‘Customize Home Page’, and then choose from the different colors given.

The support for Hijri calendar, along with an updated design has been brought to iCloud Calendar. In iCloud Drive, now users will be able to find files that have been shared with them in the ‘Shared View Tab’. Faster navigation, Date/time/location adjustment, and new tile options are the major updates in iCloud Photos.

On iCloud, users will also now be able to pin notes for easy access at the top of the list. Using control click on Mac/right click, users can adjust their pinned notes. They can also choose whether or not to display them directly in the Notes tile on the home page. Creating new reminder lists is also possible with the new update.

In related news, Apple has started rolling out the iOS 18.0.1 update to its iPhone users to resolve few bugs and issues, whereas the iOS 18.1 with Apple Intelligence features is likely to be released on the 28th of October, 2024. Stay tuned for more updates.

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After Apple introduced its iOS 18 update around the mid-half of last month, many iPhone users have been complaining about a lot of bugs and other issues that they have been facing post-update. Now, the brand is rolling out a new iOS 18.0.1 update, which is expected to fix all the bugs that users are currently facing, along with two security updates.

Here’s more about the latest iOS 18.0.1 update.

Apple’s iOS 18.0.1 Update Now Rolling Out

In a nutshell, this update comprises of bug fixes for the touch screen, camera, messages, and performance related issues. Firstly, on the new iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models, in certain cases, users would have had to face unresponsiveness in the touch screen. This made it difficult for them to scroll, select on-screen items, and do many other necessary tasks. This touch screen issue will be resolved with this latest update.

Another bug that many iPhone 16 Pro models users have been complaining about is the screen freeze issue while recording macro videos on the ultra wide camera in 4K with HDR turned off. With the iOS 18.0.1 update, this is also said to be fixed.

Now coming to the issues in the Messages app, when users reply to a message carrying a shared Apple Watch face, the app may unexpectedly close on its own. On the performance side, Apple states that due to a memory allocation issue, there were performance related issues in some iPhone models. Both these issues will also be resolved after updating with the iOS 18.0.1 update.

Regarding the security updates, users would have seen the record feature in the Messages app recording a few seconds of audio before the recording indicator appears. This problem has been fixed. The other security issue is a very serious one. VoiceOver had the capability of reading saved passwords. This has been disabled by Apple in the new update.

The iOS 18 update has been made available to iPhone models – iPhone XS, XR and later. This update (iOS 18.0.1) will also thus be made available to all the models which received the iOS 18 update. For checking the availability of the update or to install it, users can open the Settings app, go to ‘General’, and then select ‘Software Update’.

Just to add, iOS 18.1 with the brand’s Apple Intelligence features is said to be released at the end of this month, on the 28th of October 2024. Check out more about it here.

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The Cupertino-based tech maker, Apple, has announced the 2025 Swift Student Challenge program for the next generation of developers, creators, and entrepreneurs. Interested candidates will be able to apply in the month of February 2025 once the application portal opens.

Check out more about the program and what to expect from it below.

Apple’s Swift Student Challenge 2025 Announced

The Swift Student Challenge program has always been a significant program for Apple as it provided a space for leading visionaries of the next generation to present their ideas and to demonstrate how it can bring a social change to the world. The opportunity to showcase their creativity and coding abilities via app playgrounds, and the learning experience thus gained in the real world context, always paved the way for them to progress in life and their career.

This time too, Apple is encouraging participants to use their creative minds to develop applications that are capable of solving real world problems. From the total submissions Apple receives, 350 candidates will be selected for the 2025 edition. The selection will be based on the level of excellence shown in terms of creativity, innovation, and social impact that the project has. Along with this, Apple also adds that 50 distinguished winners will be selected again from the 350 candidates and will be invited to the Apple Headquarters in Cupertino for three days. They will also be receiving a one year membership in Apple’s Developer Program, a special gift, and many more.

Regarding the eligibility criteria, the brand has indicated that the Swift Student Challenge is for student developers only and not for professional developers. Further, the candidate must be 13 years old or more (in USA)/16 years old or more (in European Union)/equivalent minimum age as per their jurisdiction when applying and must be registered free with Apple as a developer or should be a member of the Apple Developer Program. It is also required that the candidate at the time of applying should be enrolled in an academic institution/official home school equivalent/ STEM organization educational curriculum/Apple Developer Academy. They may also apply if they have graduated high school (in the past six months) and have received or awaiting an acceptance from any academic institution.

Do note that every candidate has a chance of getting the Swift Student Challenge award up to four times, however, they will only be considered once as one of the distinguished winners of the program.

The application portal as mentioned will be open next year in the month of February 2025 for three weeks. Interested participants can start with their projects now and sign up to receive notifications and other updates regarding the Swift Student Challenge 2025 program.

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Last month Apple officially unveiled its latest iPhone 16 series, Apple Watch 10 series, AirPod Max, and AirPods 4. And now the company is said to host yet another launch event this month at which the brand is expected to unveil new MacBooks and iPads.

Apple has till now not made any official announcement regarding this upcoming launch event but if reports are to be believed we may hear the launch announcement soon in the coming days. Now if we talk about the devices that are expected to be unveiled at this launch event, it include M4 MacBook Pro, M4 iMac, M4 Mac Mini, and iPad Mini 7.

M4 MacBook Pro

Recently the retail box image of M4 powered 14-inch MacBook Pro leaked online while as per reports the company is expected to update the current MacBook Pro with the M4 chip. Apple is said to offer three versions of M4 chip- M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max. MacBook Pro models arrive in three variants- entry-level 14-inch models, premium 14-inch, and 16-inch models. Other than the new chipsets, not much is known yet about M4-powered MacBook Pro models.

M4 iMac & M4 Mac Mini

Users will also witness the launch of new M4 Macs. This includes a redesigned M4 Mac Mini and a new 24-inch iMac powered by an M4 chipset. M4 Mac Mini is expected to arrive with a more aesthetic design, five USB-C ports along with M4 and M4 Pro chip options. Meanwhile, the new M4 iMac is expected to feature updated USB-C accessories.

iPad Mini 7

Apple may also unveil the iPad Mini 7^th generation at this particular event. It is said this upcoming device will be powered by an A18 chip and may include features like Siri, genmoji, and Image Playground. Support for Apple Pencil Pro and upgraded front and rear cameras is also anticipated.

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Apple is rumored to host a launch event next month at which the brand is expected to showcase its latest MacBooks and iPads. Now ahead of this rumored launch, @VNchocoTaco has shared the retail box image of an M4-powered 14-inch MacBook Pro on the X platform.

M4 14” Macbook Pro ?
Not confirmed, take it with a pin of salt. I got sent this. pic.twitter.com/kbIRYurndw

— ShrimpApplePro 🍤 ずっと真夜中でいいのに (@VNchocoTaco) September 29, 2024

The above image reveals some key details about the upcoming MacBook Pro. It is revealed to arrive with an M4 SoC paired with 16B RAM and 512B internal storage. The image also states that the device sports a Liquid Retina XDR display with ProMotion technology. It features Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI port, an SDXC card slot, a MagSafe 3 port, and a headphone jack. It is revealed to weigh 1.6 kg. However, the users are advised to take this information with a pinch of salt as this is not a confirmed image.

Reportedly Apple M4-powered MacBook Pro lineup is expected to feature 14-inch and 16-inch models with M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chipsets. Since the upcoming Apple launch event is expected to take place in October, Apple may soon announce the date for the scheduled event in the coming days.

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Apple just launched the iPhone 16 series and buyers have gone crazy behind it. Some of the buyers who have bought iPhone 16 Pro models are experiencing issues with the touchscreen responsiveness which they have reported on several platforms. As per the reports their taps and touch on the display are being ignored which is affecting scrolling, pressing, and even causing missed presses on keys on the keyboard.

The report says that software bugs can be the possible reason behind this issue. If said specifically, iOS’s accidental touch rejection algorithm over sensitivity can be causing the touch unresponsiveness. The unintentional contact with the other part of the screen can also be triggering this. One of the Reddit users wrote that when a user touches the screen next to the camera control button first, the entire display becomes unresponsive until removed.

The ultra-slim bezels of the smartphone can be one of the contributing reasons behind this thus increasing the chance of touching the edge of the display unintentionally. This can happen when a user is holding the phone by wrapping fingers around the phone and without cover. With a protective case on, the case of unresponsive touch may go down. If this is about the bezels, the problem may remain as it is but if it’s because of software bugs Apple can address it in upcoming updates.

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Apple recently launched the iPhone 16 series in India on 20 September 2024. Pre-orders for the same began on September 13, 2024. Amidst the launch of the latest iPhone 16 series, and the festive season breathing a little more with each passing day, various e-commerce platforms are presenting amazing deals on older iPhone models.

One such deal is now live by Reliance Digital which is currently offering the iPhone 14 for a deal price of Rs 54,900. The MRP of the iPhone 14 stands at Rs 59,900, thus this deal allows you to straightaway save about 8% (Rs 5000).

Furthermore, you can also avail of various bank offers on this purchase, which can allow you to save more. The first of them comes from Axis Bank Credit Cards. By buying the product at Reliance Digital with the Axis Bank Credit Cards EMI transaction option, you can avail of a flat instant discount of Rs 4000, allowing you to grab the iPhone 14 for Rs 50,900.

On the other hand, you can avail flat Rs 3000 Instant Discount with Axis Bank Credit Cards Full Swipe. Up to 7.5% Instant Discount can be availed with HSBC Credit Card EMI, Yes Bank Credit Card, and IDFC Credit Card EMI. A 5% Instant Discount can also be availed with an HSBC Credit Card and a flat Rs 1000 discount can be availed with OneCard Credit Card.

EMI options for the iPhone 14 start from about Rs 2661.66 per month.

You will receive 1 year of manufacturer warranty on the product.

Salient Features:

• It has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR Display.
• The iPhone comes in colour variants of Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, (Product) Red, and Yellow.
• The iPhone 14 includes a 12 MP main camera, a 12 MP Ultra-Wide camera, and a 12 MP front camera. The phone provides Portrait Mode with Focus and Depth Control.
• The phone comes with 128 GB of Internal Memory.
• It includes an A15 Bionic chip.
• MagSafe, Qi2, and Qi wireless charging are some additional features.
• It also features Crash Detection and Face ID.

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Marketing skids are done by every e-commerce brand, or even by some retailers, to attract customers. And as this is the festive season, both online and offline retailers are offering heavy discounts. Flipkart is amongst them, having released a banner claiming the iPhone 13, which costs around Rs 49,990, for just Rs 11. Yes, but it had some stipulation that the sale would be live at 11:11 PM IST on 22nd September 2024. And just like everyone, even I had my hands on the ‘Buy Now’ button.

But for some strange reason, every time I clicked on the Buy Now button, it just kept on shooting error messages. And my purchase didn’t happen. So I wondered if maybe my luck wasn’t that good. So I started digging more into it. Guess what I found: several people had posted on X claiming the same, that the sale didn’t happen. But rather just a few of them have posted that they did get that deal.

Thanks to the flipkart and @dealztrendz I got My iPhone 13 at 11 ✌️🤑 pic.twitter.com/b0t196jS0Z

— Raj gaming🪐 (@Rajgaming09) September 22, 2024

Lol @flipkart aka scamkart reduced the price of iphone 13 but didn't have stock 😂
The biggest scam company #flipkartscam @_Kalyan_K pic.twitter.com/alaWW2i2Vm

— crypt0holicpoet.bnb 🔶 (@Crypt0holicpoet) September 22, 2024

And now it is off the shelves from Flipkart, and a banner has been updated with a sold-out message. So what do you all think? Was it just a marketing gimmick, or will some people actually get it? If you are among the lucky ones, you can simply tag us, and we will update this story as well.

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