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A tracking device like Apple AirTag is a blessing for people who frequently lose personal belongings. You can simply attach one with your wallet or keys, and use the Find My app on your iPhone to track it down. Ideally, like any other Apple device, it was meant to make life easier for its users. However, as per reports from various sources, it has been found that an Apple AirTag is being used to track people without their consent. This is a crime! Here, let’s discuss the Apple AirTag security flaws to understand how to safeguard your tracking device and protect your privacy.

Understanding Apple AirTag security

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Below, you will find a list of notable security flaws that have been identified in Apple AirTags,

Unauthorized tracking – A serious concern about Apple AirTag is its ability to be used as a device to stalk someone. Someone can simply slip an AirTag in your bag or vehicle without your knowledge, and they will get every detail of your location. Although Apple has introduced this feature to alert you if an unknown AirTag is travelling with you, it doesn’t always minimize the risk.

Delay in notification – If an active AirTag is away from its owner, the owner doesn’t get an alert notification until 8-24 hours after the separation. Now, this gives an unauthorized person significant time to get hold of the tracker before being detected.

Physical tampering – AirTags are small and can be opened very easily. An unauthorized person with malicious intentions can get hold of it, and modify it to prevent an audio alert, or can even replace the battery to avoid tracking detection.

Though there are several AirTag privacy concerns, with the right measures, you can ensure your safety. Let’s see how.

How to protect Apple AirTag?

Here are some AirTag protection tips that you can apply.

Enable safety notification – Apple provides a feature where you will be alerted if an unknown AirTag is moving with you. To enable the notification,

• Turn on Location Services
• Turn on Find My iPhone
• Turn on Significant Locations
• Turn on Bluetooth
• Turn on Allow Notifications for Tracking Notifications
• Turn off Airplane Mode

Check the Find My app frequently – If you suspect any unauthorized activity around your AirTag, check the Find My app to detect any unknown device near your AirTag.

Secure your device physically – Use a protective case to help prevent physical damage and deter tampering.

What to do if your AirTag is damaged?

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In case your AirTag is physically damaged, you can,

Check the warranty: AirTags come with a limited warranty. If the device is still under warranty, you might be eligible for a free replacement or repair.

Contact Apple Support: Reach out to Apple Support to discuss repair options.

Dispose of it responsibly: If your AirTag is beyond repair, make sure to recycle it properly at an Apple Store or an electronic recycling facility.

Make sure to use your AirTag responsibly.

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After last month’s Apple Glowtime event, a new curiosity started blooming across the world. Living in an era where Artificial Intelligence is slowly becoming a part of daily life, tech enthusiasts were excited to see how Apple will integrate it into its devices. But hardly anyone expected that the tech giant would reinterpret AI as its very own Apple Intelligence. And now as we are very near to getting our hands on Apple AI technology with the iOS 18.1 update, let’s discuss, how worth is the hype. Will Apple Intelligence bring any difference to our AI use? Is it big enough to impact the overall journey of AI? You will find that yourself if you read on.

Apple Intelligence launch date

In the Glowtime event, it was announced that Apple Intelligence will be at the heart of the iPhone 16 experience. After several weeks of testing it in beta versions, the tech giant is expecting to release Apple Intelligence on the 28th of October, as a part of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18, and MacOS Sequoia. The user experience of developer beta and public beta versions gave us better clarity on what exactly we can expect. Most of the Apple Intelligence features are designed to make the user’s life easy. But there’s a catch! Apple Intelligence can be accessed on only a selected few models, across gadgets.

Apple Intelligence device compatibility

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The good news is, that you can access Apple Intelligence with an iPhone, an iPad, a MacBook, or a Mac computer. The bad news is, that it will be available only on a few selected models of these gadgets. Here’s the list of the devices and their processors on which Apple Intelligence will be available,

• iPhone 16 – A18
• iPhone 16 Plus – A18
• iPhone 16 Pro Max – A18 Pro
• iPhone 16 Pro – A18 Pro
• iPhone 15 Pro Max – A17 Pro
• iPhone 15 Pro – A17 Pro
• iPad Pro – M1 and later
• iPad Air – M1 and later
• MacBook Air – M1 and later
• MacBook Pro – M1 and later
• iMac – M1 and later
• Mac mini – M1 and later
• Mac Studio – M1 Max and later
• Mac Pro – M2 Ultra

Apple Intelligence features to look for

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Apple Intelligence has been designed to provide users with a personalized experience. Let’s understand a few domains where we will definitely feel the change in our experience.

An intelligent way to use words

The access to Apple Intelligence-powered writing tools across communication apps will help you to edit your text in the tone of your choice. It will also summarise long texts in a few sentences, be it in an article, or a long group thread. You can also transcribe audio recordings and get them summarized. With Smart Reply, Apple Intelligence will identify the questions you have been asked in emails and suggest relevant answers to include in your response.

The visual side of intelligence

For responses that are beyond the limits of words, you can create your own emojis to send across, with the Genmoji feature. With the Image Playground feature, you can create original pictures in animation, illustration, or sketch style based on textual description or a reference image. The Image Wand feature will transform the rough movements of your finger or Apple Pencil on the Notes app into complimentary visuals in reference to the surrounding context. Not only that, you can search for images in the Photos app describing in words what you are exactly looking for. This search will also extend to video clips. The new Clean Up tool in the Photos app will easily remove any background object from your photo. iPhone 16 series users can also use the Camera Control switch to capture visuals and obtain information about them with just a few touches.

A less artificial Siri

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With the help of Apple AI technology, Siri will communicate with you more naturally with richer language understanding. And if you are not in the mood to talk, you can text to command Siri. Refer to your previous action on your device or your onscreen activity in your command and Siri will get what you are talking about. It’s like a virtual personal assistant who understands your preferences. And now, it can seamlessly take actions across apps. If you still need more, it will come in an all-new design with glowing lights across the edge of your device.

The benefits of Apple Intelligence will be available across apps, and with time, more iOS apps will adjust themselves to fit into the ecosystem. ChatGPT is allowed a huge role in multiple functions across apps if you permit. In our view, Apple Intelligence will take us a long way forward in the integration of AI into our lifestyles.

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Apple launched its latest range of iPhones, AirPods, and Apple Watch on September 9th. The products testify to a huge leap in technology from previous generations. Here’s all you need to know as an Apple fan in India.

With every launch event, Apple takes us a step closer to the future through new technological innovations. The Apple Event of 2024 ‘It’s Glowtime’ was nothing different. The tech giants just launched the iPhone 16 series along with the AirPods 4 series, Apple Watch Series 10 and Apple Watch Ultra 2. Each gadget is a testimony to not just how technology can add more ease to human life, but also how it can empower us. Before knowing all about the new gadgets, let’s have a look at the upgrades in technology, that Apple introduced last night.

Apple Launch Event – Upgrades to look at

Though each new model has got a new touch in it, some key upgrades in hardware and software cover multiple gadgets. Let’s discuss them first before moving to the gadgets.

Grade 5 Titanium – Using titanium to build the bodies of Apple gadgets is nothing new. But this time, Apple opted for 95% recycled grade 5 titanium in some of the series 10 Apple Watches and iPhone 16. This played an important part in significantly reducing the weight of these gadgets and increasing their durability. The metal is distinctively used to give an elegant look to these gadgets.

Latest generation ceramic shield glasses – Apart from significant upgrades in the display quality of the new Apple Watches and iPhones, the latest generation ceramic shield glasses are used to build the display. Apple claims that the material is at least 50% stronger than the glasses used in any smartphones or smart watches.

Silicon chips – Apple has heavily relied on its Silicon chips to power the latest innovations and advanced features in its gadgets. With a bunch of new products, a bunch of new silicon chips have also been introduced. Be it the Silicon S10 chip for the Apple Watch Series 10, the H2 chip for new AirPods or the family of A18 bionic chips for the iPhone 16 series, major upgrades have been done in these processors to support the new features.

Apple Intelligence – Apple has redefined AI with the introduction of Apple Intelligence. This will heavily contribute to the functioning of the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10 models. Apple Intelligence has been designed to give a personalized experience to the user. Many of the apps will be powered by Apple Intelligence and it will be available with the iOS 18 update later this year.

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Spatial Audio – With a key upgrade in the audio technology of the new AirPods and iPhone 16s, Apple introduced the Spatial Audio. For AirPods, it will give you a whole new listening experience by placing the sound all around you. In the iPhone 16 series, it will give you more control in recording and listening to audio.

Now, let’s dissect all the new gadgets one by one and discuss how they are better than their previous generations.

Apple Launch Event – The new gadgets to look at

Now that you know of all the key upgrades the benefits of which can be avail across gadgets, you must know about the unique updates in each of these new gadgets. From the latest fusion camera in iPhone 16 to the new update in Apple Watch 10 speakers, there’s a lot to look at.

Apple Watch Series 10

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The series 10 Apple Watch boasts the thinnest design and the largest display in any Apple Watch. Powered by an Apple Silicon S10 chip, it features an innovative wide-angle OLED display, which makes the display brighter when viewed from an angle. It is available in both aluminium and titanium cases. There are tons of new features powered by Apple Intelligence to monitor fitness and health routines and produce advanced reports. One huge upgrade is, that, unlike previous generation models, Apple Watch Series 10 is capable of playing media through its speaker. With fast charging technology, it can be charged up to 80% within 30 minutes.

It will be available in 42mm and 46mm sizes in jet black, rose gold, and silver aluminium cases, as well as natural, gold and slate titanium cases. Options are available for Hermes and Nike bands. In India, the Apple Watch Series 10 price starts at Rs 46,900/- and will be available from 20th September 2024.

Apple Watch Ultra 2

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This tough titanium case 49 mm jet black Apple Watch is the ultimate sports and adventure watch. It has the most accurate GPS in a sports watch. Along with all the new features in the Apple Watch Series 10, it has up to 36 hours of battery life. Apple claims that the Apple Watch Ultra 2 has the brightest display in the Apple Watch family. With a faster on-device Siri, it’s like tying a supercomputer to your wrist.

It is available on the Indian market from 20th September and the price starts from Rs 89,900/-.

AirPods 4

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The Apple Launch Event introduced us to the most advanced generation of AirPods. Powered by the H2 chip, it offers a super clear audio quality with Personalized Spatial Audio. With a longer battery life than previous generation models, special care has been taken to ensure a comfortable user experience. This range also offers an Active Noise Cancellation option that reduces low-frequency environmental noise and enhances call clarity.

The price in India is Rs 12,900/- for the normal version of AirPods 4 and Rs 17,900/- for AirPods 4 Active Noice Cancellation. They will be available from 20th September.

AirPods Max

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The all-new AirPods Max will give a theatre-like listening experience with its Personalized Spatial Audio and Adaptive EQ features. With Pro-level Advanced Noise Cancellation and the option to switch to Transparency mode, which lets you interact with the natural ambience, this new range has taken the audio listening experience to a whole new level.

Available from 20th September, the price starts from Rs 59,900/- in a whole range of colour variants.

AirPods Pro 2

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With all the features of AirPods 4 and AirPods Max, the best part of AirPods Pro 2 is its ability to reduce loud environmental noise for better hearing health. Imagine you are in a concert with loud music on. Just put on your AirPods Pro 2, and you can adjust the volume of the concert music for your ears. This AirPods is also powered with features that make it function like a hearing aid, with hands-free Siri interactions.

The price starts from Rs 24,900/- and it is available from 20th September onwards.

iPhone 16 series

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The new iPhone series includes the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Apple has upgraded from its previous generation of A16 Bionic chips and used the latest A18 and A18 Pro Bionic chips for this range. It is 40% faster than the previous generation chips. This was done to support the Apple Intelligence activities in iPhone 16. The integration of Apple Intelligence into the iPhone user experience will take it to a whole new level. Imagine all that AI can do for you. You will get that in every interaction with your iPhone seamlessly. It will write your texts for you, create new customized emojis, search for photos and videos through text or voice inputs, collate them to create a special montage, create reminders and do much more. With a lot more updates, here are two new iPhone 16 features that need to be discussed. First, the new Camera Control button will enable you to activate Visual Intelligence in your iPhone 16. It will also help you operate your camera easily in a more productive way, like zooming, setting exposure, and clicking through different taps on the button. The second is the 48 MP Fusion camera which is the most advanced in the entire iPhone family. The iPhone 16 series will make content creation much more easier and fun with its camera and audio recording features.

The series is available from 20th September, and the iPhone 16 price in India starts from Rs 79,900/- for iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. For the two models of iPhone 16 Pro, the price starts at Rs 1,19,900/-. It is available in five colour variants.

So this was all that we got from the Apple It’s Glowtime Event 2024. Undoubtedly, this introduced a new era of technology, by integrating AI in daily smart gadgets. At the end of the century, this will regarded as a juncture when technology saw a new dawn of evolution.

Got a new Apple Pencil? Good decision. Now you will get the best out of your iPad. Pair Apple Pencil with iPad and your user experience will reach a whole new level. Like a pen on paper, you can use an Apple Pencil on your iPad to write, sketch, highlight or even sign a document. The handwritten notes can be transformed into texts. The coalition of an iPad with an Apple Pencil can realise any 90s kid’s fantasy of transforming their notebooks into a magical one.  But the first step of this magical journey is to pair the devices.

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But before getting into the pairing process, there’s another aspect to look at.

Apple Pencil compatibility with different iPad models

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Not all models of Apple Pencil are compatible with all models of iPad. As of May 2024, there are three models of Apple Pencil, the 1st Generation, the 2nd Generation, and the USB-C model. For tablets, there are different generations of iPad, iPad Pro, Air, and Mini. So let’s have a quick look at which Apple Pencil works with which iPad.

Apple Pencil (1st Generation) –

• iPad mini (5th generation)
• iPad (6th generation and later)
• iPad Air (3rd generation)
• iPad Pro 10.5-inch
• iPad Pro 9.7-inch
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st & 2nd generation)

Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)

• iPad mini (6th generation)
• iPad Air (4th generation and later)
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later)
• iPad Pro 11-inch (all generations)

Apple Pencil USB-C

• iPad (10th generation)
• iPad mini (6th generation)
• iPad Air (4th generation and later)
• iPad Pro 11-inch (all generations)
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later)

Read – Common Apple Watch Problems: How to solve them?

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So before proceeding, please make sure that your iPad is compatible with your Apple Pencil.

How to connect the Apple Pencil to the iPad?

Now, the method to pair Apple Pencil with iPad varies for different models. Below, you will get the steps for each of them. But before that, you must update to the latest iPadOS. Also, iPad 10th generation users will need a USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter and Apple Pencil USB-C users need to get hold of a USB-C cable.

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To pair Apple Pencil (1st Generation),

• Remove the Apple Pencil cap.
• Plug it directly into the Lightning Connector of your 6th to 9th-generation iPads. For an iPad 10th generation, plug it with a USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter.
• Tap on the pair button that will appear on your iPad.
• Once paired, unplug your Apple Pencil from the Lightning Connector or USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter.

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To pair Apple Pencil (2nd Generation),

• Find the Magnetic Connector of your iPad on its side.
• Attach your Apple Pencil to it.
• Wait for them to pair.
• Then remove your Apple Pencil.

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To pair Apple Pencil (USB-C),

• Slide the end of your Apple Pencil to open the USB-C slot.
• Then plug a USB-C cable into it.
• Plug the other end of the cable into your iPad.
• Wait for the pair button to appear on your iPad and tap on it.
• Once paired, unplug the cable.

Your devices will remain paired until your iPad is restarted or the Apple Pencil is paired with another device. If your Apple Pencil won’t connect to your iPad, make sure you are using the latest version of iPadOS, your Apple Pencil is compatible with your iPad, and there is no physical damage to your devices. In the case of the latter, you can always seek professional help.

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