TRex 1.9 expands macOS OCR to 100+ languages with Tesseract The free macOS OCR app TRex has been updated to version 1.9, bringing a major boost to language coverage by integrating the open-source Tesseract OCR engine. With Tesseract on board, TRex can now recognize 100+ languages, far beyond the roughly 26 languages previously supported when the app relied solely on Apple’s Vision framework. What’s new: Tesseract integration adds broad multilingual OCR, improving recognition on mixed-language documents. Before vs. after: Apple Vision’s on-device OCR supported ~26 languages; Tesseract expands that to 100+. Use cases: Extract text from screenshots, PDFs, images, and UI elements—handy for research, coding, translation, and accessibility. Availability: TRex remains free for macOS; update to v1.9 to access the new language options. How it helps: Broader language support reduces…

iPad Pro M5: Faster GPU/AI, new connectivity chips, and first fast charging Apple’s latest iPad Pro refresh is a focused spec bump that swaps in the M5 chip and adds modern radios and faster charging. While the hardware design and stunning tandem OLED display carry over from last year’s M4 model, performance—especially for GPU and on‑device AI workloads—takes a notable step forward. Paired with the iPadOS 26 overhaul (true windowing multitasking, better Files, background tasks), the M5 iPad Pro feels more capable day to day, even if the price remains a sticking point. What’s new at a glance M5 chip: 10‑core GPU now includes a neural accelerator per core for AI/GPU tasks; third‑gen ray tracing is faster. Connectivity chips: N1 handles Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread; C1X manages 5G.…

OpenCam 2.0 brings ‘Open Gate’ 4:3 full‑sensor video to iPhone 17 and iPhone Air OpenCam 2.0 expands support to Apple’s latest iPhones, including the iPhone 17 family and iPhone Air. Its hallmark feature remains Open Gate capture: recording the entire sensor in a 4:3 aspect ratio, which preserves more vertical detail than the default 16:9 video in Apple’s Camera app. For mobile creators, that extra canvas means flexible delivery without reshoots. Capture once, then reframe for multiple formats (16:9, 9:16, 1:1 or cinematic crops) in post, or pair with anamorphic lenses for wider looks. Device support: iPhone 17 series and iPhone Air (plus recent iPhones). Open Gate 4:3: Full‑sensor readout for a wider field than 16:9. Manual controls: Deeper control over exposure, focus, white balance and color; project presets (feature…

OpenCam 2.0 adds ‘Open Gate’ 4:3 full‑sensor video to iPhone 17 and iPhone Air OpenCam 2.0 expands support to Apple’s latest devices, including the iPhone 17 lineup and iPhone Air. Its headline feature remains Open Gate capture: recording the entire sensor in a 4:3 aspect ratio, which preserves more vertical detail than the default 16:9 video in Apple’s Camera app. For mobile filmmakers, that extra canvas means more flexibility in post. You can reframe a single take into multiple deliverables (16:9, 9:16, 1:1, or cinematic crops) without reshooting, and pair with anamorphic lenses for added width. Device support: iPhone 17 family and iPhone Air (plus recent iPhones). Open Gate 4:3: Full‑sensor readout to capture a wider field than 16:9. Manual controls: Deeper control over exposure, focus, white balance and color…

OpenCam 2.0 brings ‘Open Gate’ 4:3 full‑sensor video to iPhone 17 and iPhone Air OpenCam 2.0 expands support to Apple’s latest iPhones, including the iPhone 17 family and iPhone Air. The app’s signature Open Gate mode records the entire sensor in a 4:3 aspect ratio, capturing more vertical information than the default 16:9 video in Apple’s Camera app. This wider canvas is useful for reframing in post, producing multiple aspect ratios (16:9, 9:16, 1:1, or even 2.39:1) from a single take, or pairing with anamorphic lenses. OpenCam 2.0 also adds deeper manual control options aimed at creators who want consistent looks across shots and projects. Supported devices: iPhone 17 series and iPhone Air, plus recent iPhones. Capture options: 4:3 full‑sensor Open Gate alongside traditional 16:9 video. Creator controls: Granular adjustments…

Apple vs EU: DMA legal battle reaches new level at Luxembourg hearing Apple appeared in Luxembourg for one of its most consequential challenges to the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). The hearing marks a new phase in Apple’s legal fight over obligations that reshape how iOS and the App Store operate in the EU. According to early reports, Apple is contesting several core provisions, arguing the rules are disproportionate and could undermine user security and platform integrity. Background: What the DMA does Adopted in 2023, the DMA targets so‑called gatekeepers—large platforms that wield significant control over digital markets. For Apple, the law touches areas such as app distribution, steering (communication and payment links outside an app), interoperability, and access for third‑party services (e.g., browser engines). The aim is to…

Meta Rolls Out New Anti‑Scam Tools for WhatsApp and Messenger Meta is launching new protections to help users avoid scams on WhatsApp and Messenger. Since the start of 2025, the company says it has detected and disrupted ~8 million accounts tied to scam centers in Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, the UAE and the Philippines, and taken action on 21,000+ Facebook Pages impersonating legitimate customer support. What’s new WhatsApp screen‑share warnings: If you attempt to share your screen with someone not in your contacts during a video call, WhatsApp will show a prominent warning reminding you that screen sharing exposes everything on your phone (including banking info). Only share with people you trust. Messenger AI scam detection (testing): When a message looks suspicious, Messenger will pop up a notice and let you…

Meta Rolls Out New Anti‑Scam Tools for WhatsApp and Messenger Meta is launching new protections to help users avoid scams across WhatsApp and Messenger. The company says it has already detected and disrupted nearly 8 million accounts linked to scam centers in Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, the UAE and the Philippines since the start of 2025, and taken action on more than 21,000 Facebook Pages impersonating legitimate customer support operations. What’s new WhatsApp screen‑share warnings: If you try to share your screen with someone who isn’t in your contacts during a video call, WhatsApp will show a prominent warning reminding you that screen sharing exposes everything on your phone (including banking details). Only share with people you trust. AI scam detection in Messenger (testing): When a message looks suspicious, Messenger will…

EU Adopts Digital Driving Licence: Smartphone ID to Complement Plastic Cards The European Union has adopted revised driving licence rules that introduce a digital driving licence stored on your smartphone, with EU‑wide validity. The digital format will gradually become the default after a transition period, while drivers may still request a physical plastic card if needed (for example, when traveling outside the EU). Digital-first licences: Issued by default after rollout, integrated with the EU Digital Identity Wallet for easier renewal, replacement, and cross-border checks. Novice drivers: A minimum two-year probation period with stricter penalties to improve road safety. Accompanied driving at 17: An EU‑wide framework allowing supervised driving for 17‑year‑olds holding a category B learner licence (implementation may vary by country). Training updates: Added focus on blind‑spot awareness, phone‑use risks,…

iOS 26.1 Beta 4 adds a ‘Tinted’ Liquid Glass option — plus Camera and Clock tweaks Apple’s latest iOS 26.1 Beta 4 introduces a new appearance toggle for the system’s Liquid Glass design. The “Tinted” setting increases opacity and contrast, helping interface elements stand out more clearly against wallpapers and app backgrounds. Apple says the option was added after tester feedback requesting a less transparent look. You can find the control under Settings > Display & Brightness on iPhone and iPad. A similar appearance option is also visible on current macOS betas under System Settings > Appearance. The change affects multiple areas of the UI, including apps that adopt Liquid Glass materials and lock screen notifications. Liquid Glass appearance: New Clear vs. Tinted toggle for higher opacity/contrast. Camera: A new…