Apple v Fortnite – battle royale game booted from App StoreApple v FortniteBattle royale game booted from App Store
Fortnite is one of the most popular games in the world, but Apple has removed it from the...
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Staggered launch – Apple to split its product releases this FallStaggered launchApple to split its product releases this Fall
According to the latest analysis from leaker Jon Prosser, Apple is planning to release its new products in...
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iOS 13.6.1 update – minor release to fix some important issuesiOS 13.6.1 updateMinor release to fix some important issues
Apple has released another minor update to its operating system in iOS 13.6.1. This update fixes a few...
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4G iPhone 12 – a cheaper model planned for 2021?4G iPhone 12A cheaper model planned for 2021?
According to a report from Business Insider, Apple is planning to follow up its regular iPhone 12 launch...
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News bites – the stories you may have missedNews bitesThe stories you may have missed
Plenty of Apple, iPhone, and iPad news gets released every single day – but we know you're busy,...
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Trump bans Chinese apps – the knock-on effect could tank iPhone salesTrump bans Chinese appsThe knock-on effect could tank iPhone sales
President Trump has signed an executive order, effectively banning the popular Chinese-owned apps TikTok and WeChat. This is...
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Apple’s record quarter – revenues up despite the pandemicApple's record quarterRevenues up despite the pandemic
The iTrain just keeps on rollin'. Apple has reported its third-quarter financial results, and despite a horrific few...
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Cook defends App Store – highlights from the antitrust hearingCook defends App StoreHighlights from the antitrust hearing
We reported yesterday on Tim Cook's opening speech for the US House antitrust hearing. Now that the full...
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Apple on Antitrust – read Tim Cook’s full committee speechApple on AntitrustRead Tim Cook's full committee speech
Apple CEO Tim Cook, alongside figures from other Silicon Valley giants including Facebook, Google, and Amazon, is set...
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Upcoming on TV+ – For All Mankind, Fireball, OprahUpcoming on TV+For All Mankind, Fireball, Oprah
Three things to look forward to as Apple expands its media portfolio. For All Mankind S2 Apple TV+...
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Price drops! Four great App Store bargainsPrice drops!Four great App Store bargains
Discounts used to be ten-a-penny on the App Store, but over the last few years we've seen the...
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Coronavirus guidance – Apple Maps now sends targeted remindersCoronavirus guidanceApple Maps now sends targeted reminders
Apple has implemented a new feature in its Maps app to remind users to self-isolate after international travel....
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Forgotten password? Here’s how to reset your Apple ID / iCloud detailsForgotten password?How to reset your Apple ID / iCloud details
"I'm locked out! How do I reset my password?" Here at TapSmart HQ, we get asked this question...
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Midweek news bites – the latest on all things AppleMidweek news bitesThe latest on all things Apple
Plenty of Apple, iPhone, and iPad news gets released each week – but we know you're busy, so...
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Scribble – handwriting tricks with Apple PencilScribbleHandwriting tricks with Apple Pencil
If you have an Apple Pencil, the Scribble feature in iPadOS 14 and above can convert your handwriting...
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Cali housing crisis – Apple allocates $400m to projectsCali housing projectsApple allocates $400m to projects
Apple is continuing to do its part to improve the housing crisis in its home state of California,...
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Ask an Expert – Safari favoritesAsk an ExpertSafari favorites
No time to drop into the Apple Store and ask the Genius Bar for help with your iPhone...
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iOS 13.6 update – with Apple News Audio and Car KeyiOS 13.6 updateWith Apple News Audio and Car Key
iOS 14 may be just a couple of months away, but in the meantime, you can get your...
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Apple beyond macOS – new apps coming soon to WindowsApple beyond macOSNew apps coming soon to Windows
Apple's iTunes software ruled the roost for well over a decade on both Mac and PC. In the...
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‘Batterygate’ payout – Apple may owe you $25 or more'Batterygate' payoutApple may owe you $25 or more
Remember the slowdown controversy a few years back when Apple sneaked performance throttling features into iOS without making...
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