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How to use Siri Shortcuts in iOS 16

Using Siri Shortcuts in iOS 16 can make performing tasks with apps easy. Here's how to get the most out of the feature."Siri works across all your devices [and] it is always there to help you get requests done," said Craig Federighi, the senior vice.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderSep 28th, 2022

Apple releases tvOS 16.3.3 to fix Siri Remote issue

Apple has released an update for tvOS bringing it to version 16.3.3, with the release fixing a problem affecting the third-generation Apple TV 4K.Apple TV 4KThe update to tvOS 16.3.3 arrives a few weeks after the release of tvOS 16.3.2 in mid-Februar.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsMar 6th, 2023

Siri on Apple TV lets you launch live channels with just your voice

Siri on Apple TV isn’t nearly capable enough yet to replace your remote, but Siri helps you pick up the remote less. Siri can search for movies and TV shows, adjust volume, and toggle captions. A lesser known hands-free feature on Apple TV is Siri.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsMar 6th, 2023

5 brilliant iPhone shortcuts that’ll change the way you use your phone

If you want to use your iPhone like a pro, you should master some shortcuts. The Shortcuts app was introduced a few years ago and … The post 5 brilliant iPhone shortcuts that’ll change the way you use your phone appeared first on BGR......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  bgrRelated NewsMar 4th, 2023

Future Siri could talk to whoever is calling you, and take notes

Apple wants Siri to work the phones for you, make and receive calls, arrange appointments, or just play back different voicemail messages to your partner and your boss.Face it, Siri is going to have to become a lot more consistent before any of this.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2023

Apple allegedly testing Siri in Hebrew on HomePod for possible Israel launch

Apple is upgrading Siri's Hebrew language support in iOS 16.4, and a report claims it is being tested for an eventual HomePod launch in Israel.HomePod could gain Hebrew language for SiriSiri has supported Hebrew on iPhone since 2016, but the language.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2023

iOS 16.4 beta hints at HomePod launch in Israel with support for Siri in Hebrew

It’s been almost two weeks since Apple released the first beta of iOS 16.4, and the update comes packed with a lot of new features. In addition to push notifications for web apps, new emoji, and updates to the Podcasts app, iOS 16.4 hints at the l.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2023

How to use the new Lock Screen Shortcut in iOS 16.4

iOS 16.4 is currently in testing and comes with several new Shortcuts and automation features. One of those is the option to create an iPhone Lock Screen Shortcut, here’s how it works and what you can do with it. more… The post How to use the n.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2023

Wish Apple Watch faces had light and dark mode? Here’s how to do it

Apple Watch faces are very customizable when it comes to picking colors and app complications. Unlike iPhone and Mac, however, Apple Watch doesn’t really offer a way to switch between light and dark mode. Fortunately, Apple Shortcuts lets you work.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2023

iPhone 15 with USB-C, iOS 16.4 Features, noninvasive testing for diabetics, more

On this week's episode of the AppleInsider podcast, your hosts discuss iPhone 15 images, new features coming to iOS 16.4 include more Shortcuts actions, Apple's breakthroughs in noninvasive blood sugar testing, Apple building it's largest store yet,.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2023

iMessage to voice note: Apple patent to play messages in your voice

A new Apple patent application describes a way to transform an iMessage to a voice note. In this way, the recipient can choose to have your message read to them not in Siri’s voice, but in yours. To do this, you would each need to share a voice fi.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2023

Apple working on how to read back iMessages in the sender"s voice

A new Apple patent application describes converting an iMessage into a voice note played back in a voice that the user has created with samples of the sender's voice.MessagesApple users can already send audio recordings in iMessage or have Siri read.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2023

How to fix Siri Suggestions launching the wrong iOS 16 features

"Siri & Search" is iOS 16's tremendous way of learning how you use apps so that it can offer you suggestions — but when its Siri Suggestions go wrong, they are a pain to fix.The idea is that you never even have to know that there is such a setting.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2023

Big 1Password update for iOS and Mac brings over 100 improvements and changes

1Password is out with a major update for iOS and Mac (Android, PC, and Linux too). The new release brings over 100 new features, improvements, and bug fixes including the ability to reorder fields and sections inside items, keyboard shortcuts, impro.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2023

Apple releases iOS 16.3.1 and other updates with fix for “actively exploited” bug

Also includes fixes for iPhone 14 Crash Detection, Siri, and iCloud bugs. Enlarge (credit: Apple) Apple is releasing minor updates to all of its major software platforms today to address one high-priority security vulner.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2023

iOS 16.3.1 now available for iPhone users, here’s what’s new

iOS 16.3.1 is rolling out today to iPhone users, alongside iPadOS 16.3.1 for iPad. These updates include fixes for iCloud performance, Siri and Find My, and Crash Detection optimizations for iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models. Head below for the ful.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2023

Apple fixes Siri bug in tvOS 16.3.2 & HomePod update

In addition to updates to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS, Apple has also released tvOS 16.3.2 and HomePod 16.3.2, that fixes Siri request failures.HomePod miniApple pushed iOS 16.3.1 and iPadOS 16.3.1 to users on Monday with bug fixes and performanc.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2023

ChromeOS will finally, mercifully, let you change its keyboard shortcuts

Beta build flags point to changing and adding keys for nearly all OS functions. Enlarge / For the first time since their 2011 launch, ChromeOS devices are seemingly going to allow custom keyboard shortcuts for navigation, browsin.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2023

Crime blotter: Man accused of using Siri in cop car to set up alibi

In the latest Apple Crime Blotter, the bust of Apple Store theft ring in California wasn't the first, iPads are stolen from a car near Graceland, and a real estate scam was centered on Apple products.The Palo Alto Apple Store The latest in an occasio.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2023

Siri Remote connectivity issues continue to plague Apple TV 4K, despite recent tvOS updates

For the last several months, a large number of Apple TV users have been battling connectivity issues with the Siri Remote. Despite growing complaints, however, Apple still hasn’t rolled out a fix for these problems — even in recent tvOS 16.3 an.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2023

Chat AI tech will eventually make Siri smarter, but not anytime soon [Opinion]

Chat AI tech is without a doubt the most exciting thing to have happened in the world of technology for quite some time – providing answers to questions, writing essays, generating working code, or even passing an MBA exam through a conversational.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2023