With Apple’s removal of the home button on iPhone X, the company had to translate a few user interface controls into onscreen gestures, including a new swipe and tap system for force closing troublesome apps.

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Apple Pay Cash launched with last week’s release of iOS 11.2 for iPhone and iPad, and watchOS 4.2 for compatible Apple Watch devices. Check out this video to learn how to set up the feature on Apple Watch.

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A new Android app called weMessage brings unofficial support for Apple’s iMessages to devices running Google’s operating system, but users need a Mac to complete the ad hoc setup.

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In a joint announcement issued on Tuesday, Toshiba and Western Digital said they will settle a dispute over the Japanese firm’s plans to sell its memory chip unit to a consortium led by Bain Capital, signaling an end to the long-running saga is near.

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Long-time Apple supplier Synaptics has revealed its new fingerprint scanning technology, with the company claiming that it functions through “infinity displays” like that found in the Galaxy S8 and iPhone X.

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As the company prepares its first big-budget scripted TV shows, the newest recruits for Apple Worldwide Video are reportedly Philip Matthys, formerly of Hulu, and Jennifer Wang Grazier of Legendary Entertainment.

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Amid rumors that Apple has ceased development of new Wi-Fi routers, the company on Tuesday pushed out an update for existing AirPort devices that patches a critical “KRACK Attack” vulnerability made public earlier this year.

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Apple’s iMac Pro desktop will also sport an anew custom chip dubbed the T2, serving as a secure enclave for encrypted keys, giving users the ability to lock down their Mac’s boot process and also handling system functions like the camera, audio control, and managing the solid-state hard drive.

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Apple Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing Phil Schiller continues his media rounds talking about all things Apple, with the latest interview delving into the internal thought process when the company decided to move away from Touch ID in the iPhone X, thoughts on Apple’s collaborative environment, and the iMac Pro’s imminent release.

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Accessory producer Twelve South has unveiled a new stand designed for the iMac, iMac Pro, and compatible monitors, with the HiRise Pro capable of raising the viewing angle of the screen to help lower the risk of neck strain while working, as well as reducing the amount of desk clutter.

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