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Truecaller Introduces New Feature to Protect the Entire Family from Call-Based Scams
Truecaller has introduced a new Family Protection feature that lets users create groups of up to five people to manage spam-blocking and safety settings collectively. A designated Family Admin can adjust protection levels, manage blocklists and, on Android, even receive scam-call alerts and end calls remotely. The feature is rolling out in select c...
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iOS 26.2 Beta 1 Reportedly Includes References to 'Apple Creator Studio'
iOS 26.2 is available in beta and is expected to be available before the end of the year. There is a reference to the Apple Creator Studio in the works. The iOS 26.2 beta 1 comes shortly after the release of iOS 26.1 with minor updates for iPhone models. It is also said to bring a new Enhanced Safety Alerts feature and new Liquid Glass lock screen ...
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iOS 26.2 Beta 1 Rolled Out to Developers With Enhanced Safety Alerts, Reminder Alarms
Apple's iOS 26.2 beta, released on Tuesday, introduces a new Enhanced Safety Alerts feature, available in the iPhone's Settings app under Notifications. For users in supported regions, tapping this option reveals toggles for Earthquake Alerts and Imminent Threat Alerts. The settings also allow users to share their approximate location with Apple to...
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Apple Releases iOS 26.1 Update With New Liquid Glass Setting, Several Security Fixes
Apple's iOS 26.1 update is now available for users to download and install. The new firmware upgrade brings a much-anticipated option for users, which will allow them to switch between the default clear Liquid Glass look and a new tinted look. It also introduces Communication Safety and Web content filters for children aged between 13 and 17 to lim...
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Apple Reportedly Plans to Release Revamped Siri With App Intents Feature Next Spring
Apple will finally begin onboarding Siri with more advanced capabilities next year, according to claims by a seasoned journalist. The Cupertino-based tech giant’s AI-based voice assistant was due to receive major upgrades in 2024 with iOS 18, but most of those plans were shelved as it fell behind competitors in the AI race. Apple is now expected ...
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Apple Unveils New Child Safety Features Amid Age Verification Debate
Apple will introduce a new Declared Age Range function allowing developers to access age information volunteered by parents during an Apple child account setup.
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Apple’s 2025 Watch Ultra Will Send Texts Via Satellite: Report
Once put into place, this technology will extend one of the company's major efforts under CEO Tim Cook -- strengthening health and safety features of its wide range of products.
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FBI Warns Texts Between Android And iPhone Could Be Targeted By Chinese Hackers, Shares Safety Tips
FBI urged citizens to use encryption to secure their communications amid a massive Chinese cyberattack.
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Apple Watch For Your Kids Rolled Out in India; Allows Parental Controls, School-Time Notification Restrictions
Apple Watch for Kids is now available to users in India. It enables adults to set up cellular Apple Watch models for their kids to use for calling, messaging, and other functionalities, even if they don’t have an iPhone. They can take advantage of the communication, health, fitness, and safety features of the smartwatch with safeguards enabled.
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Google Could Add “Satellite SOS” Feature for Pixel Phones Soon
Multiple Google Pixel phone users have spotted a new "Satellite SOS" option under the Safety & emergency option in the Settings section. It appears between Emergency SOS and Car Crash Detection options. However, taping on the Satellite SOS does not take any action currently.
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Apple AirPods Could Adjust Audio if Hazard Detected, New Patent Suggests
Apple AirPods with a new safety feature may be in the works. AirPods may switch off the music or lower audio when hazards are detected nearby, a patent application filed with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has indicated. As per the patent filing, AirPods will use the wearer's GPS data and activity to adjust or pause sound and provide al...
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Google Play to Start Showing Data Safety Section With Apple's App Store-Like Privacy Labels From Wednesday
Google Play will start showing the Data safety section from Wednesday to let users see the information about how apps collect, share, and secure their data. The update is similar to Apple App Store's privacy nutrition labels that were introduced in 2020.
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Apple's Messages Feature That Blurs Nudity for Child Safety Now Rolling Out Globally
Apple is releasing a child safety feature for the Messages app, which will automatically detect and blur photos with nudity being shared or received by a child.
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Apple Is Bringing Car Crash Detection to iPhone, Apple Watch; Will Auto-Dial 911: Report
Apple is reportedly working on a new iPhone and Apple Watch feature that detects if you're in a car crash and dials 911 automatically.
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Apple Delays Child Protection Measures After Privacy Criticism
Apple said it would take more time to collect feedback and improve proposed child safety features after the criticism of the system on privacy and other grounds both inside and outside the company.
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Truecaller Introduces New Feature to Protect the Entire Family from Call-Based Scams
Truecaller has introduced a new Family Protection feature that lets users create groups of up to five people to manage spam-blocking and safety settings collectively. A designated Family Admin can adjust protection levels, manage blocklists and, on Android, even receive scam-call alerts and end calls remotely. The feature is rolling out in select c...
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iOS 26.2 Beta 1 Reportedly Includes References to 'Apple Creator Studio'
iOS 26.2 is available in beta and is expected to be available before the end of the year. There is a reference to the Apple Creator Studio in the works. The iOS 26.2 beta 1 comes shortly after the release of iOS 26.1 with minor updates for iPhone models. It is also said to bring a new Enhanced Safety Alerts feature and new Liquid Glass lock screen ...
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iOS 26.2 Beta 1 Rolled Out to Developers With Enhanced Safety Alerts, Reminder Alarms
Apple's iOS 26.2 beta, released on Tuesday, introduces a new Enhanced Safety Alerts feature, available in the iPhone's Settings app under Notifications. For users in supported regions, tapping this option reveals toggles for Earthquake Alerts and Imminent Threat Alerts. The settings also allow users to share their approximate location with Apple to...
-
Apple Releases iOS 26.1 Update With New Liquid Glass Setting, Several Security Fixes
Apple's iOS 26.1 update is now available for users to download and install. The new firmware upgrade brings a much-anticipated option for users, which will allow them to switch between the default clear Liquid Glass look and a new tinted look. It also introduces Communication Safety and Web content filters for children aged between 13 and 17 to lim...
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Apple Reportedly Plans to Release Revamped Siri With App Intents Feature Next Spring
Apple will finally begin onboarding Siri with more advanced capabilities next year, according to claims by a seasoned journalist. The Cupertino-based tech giant’s AI-based voice assistant was due to receive major upgrades in 2024 with iOS 18, but most of those plans were shelved as it fell behind competitors in the AI race. Apple is now expected ...
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Apple Unveils New Child Safety Features Amid Age Verification Debate
Apple will introduce a new Declared Age Range function allowing developers to access age information volunteered by parents during an Apple child account setup.
-
Apple’s 2025 Watch Ultra Will Send Texts Via Satellite: Report
Once put into place, this technology will extend one of the company's major efforts under CEO Tim Cook -- strengthening health and safety features of its wide range of products.
-
FBI Warns Texts Between Android And iPhone Could Be Targeted By Chinese Hackers, Shares Safety Tips
FBI urged citizens to use encryption to secure their communications amid a massive Chinese cyberattack.
-
Apple Watch For Your Kids Rolled Out in India; Allows Parental Controls, School-Time Notification Restrictions
Apple Watch for Kids is now available to users in India. It enables adults to set up cellular Apple Watch models for their kids to use for calling, messaging, and other functionalities, even if they don’t have an iPhone. They can take advantage of the communication, health, fitness, and safety features of the smartwatch with safeguards enabled.
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Google Could Add “Satellite SOS” Feature for Pixel Phones Soon
Multiple Google Pixel phone users have spotted a new "Satellite SOS" option under the Safety & emergency option in the Settings section. It appears between Emergency SOS and Car Crash Detection options. However, taping on the Satellite SOS does not take any action currently.
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Apple AirPods Could Adjust Audio if Hazard Detected, New Patent Suggests
Apple AirPods with a new safety feature may be in the works. AirPods may switch off the music or lower audio when hazards are detected nearby, a patent application filed with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has indicated. As per the patent filing, AirPods will use the wearer's GPS data and activity to adjust or pause sound and provide al...
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Google Play to Start Showing Data Safety Section With Apple's App Store-Like Privacy Labels From Wednesday
Google Play will start showing the Data safety section from Wednesday to let users see the information about how apps collect, share, and secure their data. The update is similar to Apple App Store's privacy nutrition labels that were introduced in 2020.
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Apple's Messages Feature That Blurs Nudity for Child Safety Now Rolling Out Globally
Apple is releasing a child safety feature for the Messages app, which will automatically detect and blur photos with nudity being shared or received by a child.
-
Apple Is Bringing Car Crash Detection to iPhone, Apple Watch; Will Auto-Dial 911: Report
Apple is reportedly working on a new iPhone and Apple Watch feature that detects if you're in a car crash and dials 911 automatically.
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Apple Delays Child Protection Measures After Privacy Criticism
Apple said it would take more time to collect feedback and improve proposed child safety features after the criticism of the system on privacy and other grounds both inside and outside the company.
