Hello! I need ownership of my Home directory as "apply to enclosed items" seems greyed out and trying to do sudo chown -R juliapak:admin /Users/juliapak doesn't seem to work. I have a feeling I will need to do something with csrutil authenticated-root disable but I'm not sure yet. How do I go about doing this?

My friend is having issues opening web URLs in apps on macOS 15.0.1 (24A348). In the system settings, the default web browser is DuckduckGo (he hasn't manually set DuckduckGo as the system default web browser), but when he clicks on any URL in other apps, it opens in Safari instead of DuckduckGo. So we want to know: Is this is a bug for macOS 15? Maybe the actual default web browser is different from what is shown in the system settings? Is DuckduckGo automatically changing the default web browser in the background, but not actually working? One more thing: The DuckduckGo was downloaded from Mac App Store, the bundle identifier is com.duckduckgo.mobile.ios.vpn.agent. Below is the link of recorded video: https://pan.baidu.com/s/1nNglYzVUL8Xw4RDNG-Dyrg?pwd=256e

Here are some reasons why Apple should consider an update to enhance message refreshing and chat sharing on WhatsApp, making it smoother across both iPhone and Android: Cross-Platform Compatibility • Problem: Right now, switching between iPhone and Android on WhatsApp can result in lost messages or complicated backup processes due to differences in operating systems and data formats. • Impact: A universal update allowing seamless message refresh and sharing would bridge the gap between iOS and Android. Users could switch devices without losing conversation history, making the experience more fluid and inclusive for both iPhone and Android users. Enhanced Data Security and Privacy • Problem: Many users rely on third-party methods to back up or transfer WhatsApp chats, which can pose privacy risks. • Solution: A unified system from Apple (and Android) could ensure that all backups and chat transfers are encrypted, keeping data private and secure, aligned with each platform’s commitment to data protection. • Impact: This would reduce security concerns for people using their devices for sensitive communications, such as business transactions or personal matters. Peace of Mind for Users • Problem: Many users worry about losing important messages when they upgrade their phones or change their operating systems. • Solution: An update that includes auto-refresh and universal chat-sharing across backups would make sure conversations and media are always accessible, no matter the device. • Impact: This peace of mind would lead to higher user satisfaction and reduce anxiety about data loss, enhancing WhatsApp’s reliability as a communication platform worldwide. Improved User Experience and Retention • Problem: The complexity of transferring chats between iOS and Android devices can push users to avoid switching or even consider alternatives to WhatsApp. • Solution: With a streamlined message and chat-sharing experience, users would find it easier to stay connected on WhatsApp, regardless of the device. • Impact: This could increase user retention and trust, making WhatsApp more indispensable as a global messaging platform. Greater Accessibility for Global Users • Problem: Many users globally use WhatsApp for family, work, and community connections, especially in areas where it is the primary communication tool. Losing messages or finding backup systems challenging can cause disruptions. • Solution: A message refresh and sharing update would support seamless transitions and backups, making WhatsApp more accessible and consistent. • Impact: This would support worldwide connectivity, especially in regions where WhatsApp is a lifeline for communication, fostering inclusivity and reducing digital barriers. Future-Proofing for Technological Advancements • Problem: As technology advances, the gap between iOS and Android compatibility could widen if not addressed now. • Solution: An update that includes flexible chat-sharing and message-refreshing capabilities would keep Apple and Android devices aligned and prepared for future features or communication needs. • Impact: This proactive approach ensures that WhatsApp remains relevant, adaptable, and future-ready for global users as both platforms evolve. Overall, this update could foster better communication, security, and user satisfaction worldwide. It would also help Apple and WhatsApp strengthen their roles as leaders in secure and universal messaging solutions.

When I activate Siri and the phones connected via car play, the music from the entertainment system still plays. So i'm trying to talk and listen to Siri with the music playing in the background. Any ideas if theirs an option i'm missing or its an iOS issue?

If I share password with a family member, after sharing it in my iPhone in the new app it disappears from my Mac book pro safari passwords. If I stop sharing the password on the iPhone app it shows up immediately on my Mac book pro safari

Hello, two months ago, I got a 2024 Volkswagen ID.4. At first, there was a free trial of a hotspot through Verizon. It was fine, but I'd rather use my phone's cellular data. Not long after that, I installed the iOS 18.1 beta. That's when I noticed that my phone was offline when connected to CarPlay. I have my maps downloaded, and much of my music and podcasts are configured to download locally to my phone, so I'm not sure exactly when it began. I've exhausted the settings I can think of on my phone and my car's infotainment settings. I've tried: Resetting Network settings on my phone Confirming that Wifi Assist is enabled Re-pairing my phone with my car Turning off my car's Wifi Hotspot setting turns turns off wireless CarPlay. When I try to re-connect to CarPlay, I get a notification that it must be on to connect wirelessly. Turning cellular data off and on None have helped yet. Any ideas?

Context: I’m not an app developer, but I’m doing some research in order to gain a high level understanding of an app that I want some developers to build for me. Basically I need a navigation app built (integrated with Google Maps) that works pretty much like Google Maps. This app will connect to and stream live navigation data to a car HUD (heads-up-display) device using WiFi direct (to facilitate high bandwidth streaming). The purpose of the streaming from the mobile app to the HUD is so that the driver can see the live map without having to look at their phone. This leads me to my QUESTION: this functionality (streaming from app to HUD) is similar to what AirPlay does & I’ve read that Apple rejects apps that replicate AirPlay’s screen mirroring function. I’ve also read that in order to work around this, my app should limit the information that is sent to & displayed by the HUD device (basically, shouldn’t mirror the whole screen). So, would Apple still reject my app if it only streamed the live map onto the HUD device & left out all the other information displayed on the app (ETA, turn signals, distances etc.), and thus refraining from streaming the entire screen?

When I upgraded to iOS 18 beta, I don’t recall setting a screen time passcode, however one is set. I am locked out from changing the passcode. I have clicked “forgot passcode” down at bottom but it doesn’t do anything. I am the only user on this phone. I am currently running iOS iOS 18.2 (22C5125e). Please advise, as screen time is locked and cannot be viewed nor change passcode

Hello, I am seeing some weird behavior regarding the new Passwords app. I have a m3 max macbook that work provides me with a company provided apple ID (granted I don't think there is any rigid management profile with this account it just blocks downloads from the app store). This is preferable to using my personal apple ID on company hardware to avoid sharing all my personal data and just login with my personal account for things I don't care if my company knows about, like my music preferences. So, the weird behavior I am seeing is after upgrading my work machine to the macOS Sequoia Public Beta and having only using my personal apple ID to sign into Apple Music. I start test driving the new Passwords app and notice that it has seemingly exported a handful of account info and passwords from my personal apple id to my company managed one. There appears to be no rhyme or reason as to the ones that were synced between the two accounts (it snagged my personal github account info and a couple of other random stuff like my Pokemon Go account info). Luckily these being made known to the company aren't harmful to me at all, but it is concerning. I have never even searched, let alone, login to the sites and apps that the Passwords app now magically has the context to. I also can't delete them on the work machine. The process of deleting them appears to work but the next time I open Passwords they reappear (despite having logged out of my personal apple ID from Apple Music soon after this occured). I just wanted to share and see if anyone else has also had a similar experience or any insight. Thanks for your time.

Phone glitchs a lot more my flashlight won’t turn on half the time even when it says it’s on its not on settings page likes to freeze randomly will restart my phone as well and controller has more issues connecting on certain games

Hello developers, I've tried purchasing a developer membership and I got an order confirmation saying that the order processing may take UP TO 48 hours. Here I am 5 days later and it's still not processed, my card was not charged, and I get no responses from support. Is this normal or am I being given the 3rd world treatment due to my country of origin?

Since Mondays update my Siri has stopped working. In settings Siri/ai it says appke Intelligence is downloading. It’s been doing that all day. any ideas?

I'm using Thunderbolt 4 connection to my Macbook M4 14inch but am missing this resolution: 3840x1620 HiDPI (7680x3240). Any guidance to resolve this would be greatly appreciated.

My 2019 Chevy Equinox has been shutting down the radio and fully restarting all electrical components when my phone is plugged in and on Apple CarPlay. It is fully restarting the system down to the charging ports. My car doesn’t have any updates it needs.

Hi, I’ve seen an issue regarding scrolling in images there was a black line “ghost line” when you scroll a little longer and will be disappeared in a certain time. I hope it will be fixed in next ios update. I’m using iphone 13 pro max

I think everyone would like more cityscapes of different places. More US cities, and more International ones. It'll make the user feel included and seen. Also gives them a great environment.

The Tapback emojis are blue the only one with color is the heart i can see responses in color and the recipient sees mine in color it’s just on my end

When added a PDFAnnotation to a pdf file which already have type stamp annotation type annotation showing in PDFKit but in QLPreviewController not coming

Hi all can anyone check if my developer option is on or off? as I dont know one of my friends hack or cloned my phone as whenever or where I go he got to know?? also my all icloud data and sometime my phone looks completely chnaged .. so can you check and advice what all i can do I have already changed password multiple time... applied 2way authentication.... I just want to know who has done it... if anyone help me then he or she can use my iphone in anyway. please help me Thanks Chetan

Hi!I have downloaded the beta updates until 18.2 and now its taking too much space for me.Any fixes or ways to revert to standard updates and delete the beta,if it is already installed?