Workaround for Messages bug in iOS released, permanent fix coming soon

Apple has responded to a recently discovered bug that can crash the iOS Messages app once a particular string of Arabic text is sent. While Apple is working on a permanent fix to this bug, which will likely come once proper testing has been done, the company released various steps that users can take to work around the issue. If you've been affected by the issue, follow the steps below.

• Ask Siri to "read unread messages."
• Use Siri to reply to the malicious message. After you reply, you'll be able to open Messages again.
• In Messages, swipe left to delete the entire thread. Or tap and hold the malicious message, tap More, and delete the message from the thread.

Source: AppleInsider

Apple buys AR company Metaio

Apple is finally getting into the augmented reality game with its latest acquisition. The company just bought German firm Metaio. This AR company specializes in developing AR tools for business and computer vision solutions. Apple won’t say what they plan to do with the company yet but some are assuming it could be integrated into Apple’s Maps app.

Source: Cult of Mac

Google I/O: Google opens access to Inbox

You no longer have to scour for Google Inbox updates. Google announced at its I/O developer’s conference that the email client is now available for download from the Google Play and Apple App Store.

The app also now has a much-requested Undo Send option. It also now shows your reminders in Google Keep inside Inbox. And Trip Bundles automatically collates your trip-related emails and highlights the key information you’d need. Inbox now also supports custom signatures and you can enable a “swipe to delete” gesture as well.

Source: Gmail Blog | Download: Google Play Store (Free) + Apple App Store (Free)

Google I/O: Now on Tap boosts contextual search capabilities

Screenshot: Cult of Android

Google Now just got smarter with the new Now on Tap feature. It basically lets you fire off quick queries while within other apps. For example, you’re listening to a certain musician in a music app and want to know what his/her real name is. Now on Tap will be able to answer that for you. Google’s Aparna Chennapragada said this feature can even turn text message conversations she has with her husband into actionable information. For example, being able to set a reminder to pick up dry cleaning or get a restaurant recommendation when she was talking to her husband about a dinner date.

Other sample features include Now on Tap being able to help you decipher unpronounceable items on a menu, even showing you a photo while it’s at it. This feature will be available when Android M launches later this year.

Source: Cult of Android