Brent Dirks

Dallas

Senior Editor at Campus Security Today

Senior Writer at AppAdvice

Senior Writer at MUO

Technology writer for @appadvice, @MUO_official. E-newsletter specialist @Securtoday, @occhealthsafety, @eponline.

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Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 18.5, watchOS 11.5, tvOS 18.5

2 days ago | appadvice.com | Brent Dirks

Apple Releases iOS/iPadOS 18.5, watchOS 11.5, tvOS 18.5 While we wait for iOS 19 and the next generation of Apple software, you can now download iOS/iPadOS 18.5, watchOS 11.5, and tvOS 18.5. iOS/iPadOS 18.5 iOS/iPadOS 18.5 You can download the iOS/iPad 18.5 update by going to Settings > General > Software Update on your iPhone or iPad.
Make Your iPhone Dynamic Island Useful With These 6 Apps

2 days ago | makeuseof.com | Brent Dirks

The Dynamic Island is one of the best features of modern iPhones. It gives you quick access to information at a glance, no matter what you’re doing on the iPhone. But if you really want to get the most out of the Dynamic Island, you'll need to install some third-party apps. 6 Pixel Pals Who says the Dynamic Island can’t be fun? Instead of information at a glance, Pixel Pals brings adorable, retro friends to the Dynamic Island.
Inspired by Chess, Kingbit Is Fast and Tactical Fun

5 days ago | appadvice.com | Brent Dirks

Inspired by Chess, Kingbit Is Fast and Tactical Fun Instead of chess, give the new game Kingbit a try. While taking inspiration from the classic board game, you won’t need to spend hours playing. Each game takes 5-10 minutes, perfect for a quick session. Each of the pieces has a different size, move range, and attack. So you’ll need to hone your strategy for the maximum impact and to kill the kingbit.
Big Changes Are Coming to Netflix's App on Apple TV, iOS

1 week ago | appadvice.com | Brent Dirks

Big Changes Are Coming to Netflix's App on Apple TV, iOS Netflix unveiled a new look for its Apple TV app and iOS app, and expect some big changes. First up, Netflix on the big screen will change for the better. Here’s some of what to expect:• Discover Your Next Great Watch More Easily: We’re putting all the information you need to make an informed choice about what to watch front and center.
Big Changes Are Coming to Netflix's App on Apple TV, iOS

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Brent Dirks

NowApple is asking an appeals court to pause a US district judge's recent ruling in a case which could determine the future of its highly lucrative App Store. Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers found last week the tech giant wilfully violated an order she had previously made in a case filed by Fortnite-maker …
YouTube's New TV App Is Adding the Worst Type of Content to Its Front Page

1 week ago | makeuseof.com | Brent Dirks

YouTube is making waves by bringing some big changes to its app for TVs and gaming consoles. But don’t expect something truly better, just mostly more of the streaming giant’s worst feature. Say Hello to More Shorts and a Variety of Shelves In April 2025, YouTube mentioned that it was planning a redesigned video player and other improvements. But first spotted by 9to5Google, there’s much more in the works, and some of it isn’t exactly exciting.
Get Into More Sticky Situations With the World of Goo 2

1 week ago | appadvice.com | Brent Dirks

Get Into More Sticky Situations With the World of Goo 2 It’s about to get sticky in here. More than 15 years after the original was one of the first smash hits on the App Store, the World of Goo 2 is now available. The sequel offers much more of the same goo-filled formula. You can build bridges, towers, terraform, and fuel flying machines. In the game, there are five new chapters with a total of more than 60 levels filled with challenged to explore.
Buying a Kindle Book on iPhone Is So Much Easier Now: See for Yourself

1 week ago | makeuseof.com | Brent Dirks

If you previously wanted to buy an e-book from the Amazon Kindle app on your iPhone, there were tons of roadblocks thanks to Apple rules. But after some substantial changes, making a purchase is now simple and easy. Fewer Hoops to Jump Through for Your Favorite E-Book Kindle fans with an iPhone probably know how hard it was to previously make a book purchase. Amazon didn’t want to pay Apple its cut of any in-app purchases from readers who wanted to buy a book.
Celebrate a Decade of Rusty Lake With The Mr. Rabbit Magic Show

1 week ago | appadvice.com | Brent Dirks

Celebrate a Decade of Rusty Lake With The Mr. Rabbit Magic Show One of the most iconic gaming series on the App Store is celebrating a birthday, and you’re getting the present. The Rusty Lake series is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and to celebrate the developers behind the popular games have unveiled The Mr. Rabbit Magic Show. Step up and enjoy the incredible Mr. Rabbit and has mysterious magic shows. It’s filled with dark secrets, illusions, and a huge twist.
These Clip-On Earbuds Finally Convinced Me the Form Factor Makes Sense

1 week ago | howtogeek.com | Brent Dirks

The Soundpeats Pop Clip offers a comfortable clip-on design providing good sound and water resistance for a low price. Its unique design fits securely and comfortably behind your ear while playing sounds near the ear canal. A companion app allows sound customization and helps locate earbuds, but microphone quality is mediocre. Never thinking that clip-on earbuds would be anywhere near comfortable, I made sure to avoid the category like the plague.