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Apple News app kept crashing after iOS 12.2 update
The rollout of Apple News+ has not gone as planned for Apple. While the new subscription news service is supposed to be available in the Apple News app following the update to iOS 12.2, a number of users have taken to social media to complain about the app crashing repeatedly. Apple has reportedly issued a server-side fix to address the issue, according to 9to5Mac.
Apple quietly issues iOS update to patch faulty SSL authentication (update 2: OS X patch coming)
Is that an iPhone in your pocket? Then you'd better pull it out, dive into the settings menu and check for updates: there may be an important patch waiting for you. Apple has quietly pushed out iOS 7.0.6 and 6.1.6 -- small updates that addresses a hitherto unknown security issue with its mobile OS. According to the company's security notes, the previous versions of iOS was missing key SSL validation steps that kept Secure Transport from validating authentic connections, making it possible for "attackers with a privileged network position" to "capture or modify data in sessions protected by SSL/TLS." In other words, iOS devices were failing to protect themselves on shady networks, unbeknownst to the user. It's not clear if this security flaw was known outside of Cupertino, but it certainly is now. Lucky you, then, that Apple has already issued the fix. Well, what are you waiting for? Update your phone/tablet/Apple TV, already. Update: Researchers have found evidence that OS X also has SSL validation issues. Security firm Crowdstrike analyzed the iOS updates, and say that both of Apple's platforms are/were vulnerable to man-in-the-middle attacks. It expects Apple will push a fix for OS X soon, but for now recommends avoiding shady WiFi hotspots and updating only on trusted networks -- good habits to practice any time. Adam Langley posted a segment of what appears to be the offending code, and tests show it affects OS X up through the most recent developer builds of Mavericks. We've contacted Apple regarding the claims, but have yet to receive a response. Update 2: Apple tells us that it's aware of the OS X vulnerability, and that a patch will be available "very soon."
Daily Update for November 14, 2013
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Riding-sharing service Lyft updates its iOS app with multiple-credit card support, new cities
You may have already seen a Lyft driver without knowing it. If not, you will. One day, you'll be on your way to the grocery store, and a car will pass you. That car will be wearing a funny pink mustache. And someone will be getting a ride. Lyft is a ride-sharing program that draws from a community of drivers who have passed background checks and personality screenings. Once you make your account, simply set your pick-up location in the app and request a ride. You will be picked up by a Lyft driver in their personal vehicle; they'll take you to the store or the movies; and you pay them via a donation. Currently, the company runs in a limited number of cities, though it is expanding every month. Lyft is currently available in these cities: Atlanta, Ga. Boston, Mass. Charlotte, NC Chicago, Ill. Dallas, Texas Denver, Colo. Indianapolis, Ind. Los Angeles, Calif. Phoenix, Ariz. San Diego, Calif. San Francisco, Calif. Seattle, Wash. Silicon Valley, Calif. St. Paul, Minn. Washington, DC Denver, Dallas and Silicon Valley are the latest editions. The company's iOS app makes getting a ride quick and easy. Using GPS, it shows you how many drivers are in your area and allows you to quickly give them your location. The Lyft app then gives you a suggested donated amount to pay the driver. In my experience in Atlanta, the drivers have always been clean, fun to ride with and quick to respond. This past week, the app was updated with a number of new features that are sure to please regular users. Lyft now supports multiple credit cards, meaning if you use it for business and pleasure, you can quickly move to the right account. This ability has been integrated into the donation screen. The app has also been optimized to increase its driver signup flow. If you find yourself often looking for a ride and live in one of these cities, give Lyft a try. It's an interesting take on getting where you're going.
Newest iPhone iOS update may affect authentication
If you use a mobile authenticator on your iPhone to log into Battle.net products, beware the upcoming iOS update. It just might reset your authenticator and cause you some irritating headaches the next time you try to log into WoW. Over on the official forums, Support Forum Agent Harlsoco outlines a few ways you can prevent an authentication mess following the update. The full blue post is after the break.
Gmail for iOS updated with improved Drive integration and attachment viewing
This past June, Gmail launched its top-to-bottom redesign of its iOS app, but that doesn't mean it can't already be improved. Google has released Version 2.4 of the email app, bringing with it the addition of increased integration with Drive and Google+. Now when you send a link in-app to one of those platforms, those links will open in their respective apps. This will be particularly useful when sharing documents and spreadsheets from one Drive to another. If, for some savage reason, you'd rather keep these links opening up in the web, you can update the app's settings. But why would you do such things? Version 2.4 also includes a new, enhanced attachment experience, providing larger thumbnails that can be opened up for a full-screen viewing experience. You can find the latest version of Gmail for iOS, as always, in the App Store.
iOS 4.3.2 rumored to arrive within two weeks
On the heels of the March 25 iOS 4.3.1 release, BGR suggests that another update is on the way. iOS 4.3.2 is rumored to be released within the next two weeks for the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. There's not much information yet, but it's expected to fix some security issues, add a few enhancements and squash some bugs that have bitten users. Do I smell a battery life fix coming?
