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Every year, and with every iOS update, it seems Apple tries to do something new when it comes to iPhone notifications. We’re not talking about reinventing the wheel or going the Android route — just incremental changes that improve your quality of life, at least as it pertains to your device.

With iOS 16, you get more options than ever to customize how notifications appear on the lock screen (which also has customization options for the first time). You can even make notifications disappear with a simple pinch-in gesture.

To get started, go to Settings > Notifications > Display As.

note: This is an iOS 16 feature which is currently available as a Public Beta. The feature will be widely available in fall 2022.

There are three ways to view notifications on the iOS 16 lock screen. By default, they now show up at the bottom of the screen instead of in the middle. This is the newStack” option, which places related notifications (from the same app, or conversation), atop one another in stacks, so they don’t take up a lot of space. To see all of your notifications, tap on the stacks to expand them. (If you prefer the old way, you can switch to the “List” option which will display all notifications individually.)

By far the most interesting customization option is the “Count” feature. Enable it and you’ll see only a simple “(N)Notifications” count at the bottom of the screen when you have new notifications. This serves as a subtle reminder that you have notifications, but they won’t scream at you — you won’t even be able to see which app is pinging you until you tap or swipe up on the count, at which point the notifications will expand into a stack.

How to switch between notification options with a gesture

And here’s the cool part: You can switch between Count, Stack, and List on the fly, without going to Settings first. Any time you have notifications on the Lock Screen, pinch in or out on the display, and you can go from Count to Stacks to List and back in mere seconds.

These new notification display options are one of the many small, hidden features in iOS 16. If you’re new to the update, take a look at our detailed guide to see what else you can do.

Security issue fixed in version 22.1.1 of file transfer software

A security vulnerability in file transfer software CompleteFTP allowed unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on affected installations.

Developed by EnterpriseDT of Australia, CompleteFTP is a proprietary FTP and SFTP server for Windows that supports FTPS, SFTP, and HTTPS.

A security researcher with the handle rgod discovered a flaw in the class that results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations.

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“This vulnerability allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files on affected installations of EnterpriseDT CompleteFTP server,” a security advisory explains.

“An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to delete files in the context of SYSTEM.”

The issue was assigned CVE-2022-2560 and was fixed in CompleteFTP version 22.1.1.

This release includes other security enhancements in the form of SHA-2 cryptographic hash function for RSA signatures and a new format for PuTTY private keys.

The Daily Swig has approached EnterpriseDT for comment.

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Three months after the last kernel release, Linux Kernel 5.19 is finally here. This exciting release brings plenty of improvements to every aspect of the kernel and opens up opportunities with new hardware.

The most interesting part is that the Linux creator Linus Torvalds used an Apple MacBook, the Arm version, to announce this release.

Don’t get your pitch fork out just yet. Torvalds used Asahi Linux, a project dedicated to adding Linux support to Apple’s Arm-based Silicon Macbooks.

On a personal note, the most interesting part here is that I did the release (and am writing this) on an arm64 laptop. It’s something I’ve been waiting for for a long time, and it’s finally reality, thanks to the Asahi team. We’ve had arm64 hardware around running Linux for a long time, but none of it has really been usable as a development platform until now.

That’s interesting. And this is the third time Torvalds used Apple hardware for Linux development.

Linux Kernel 5.19: What’s New?

As with all previous releases, Linux Kernel 5.19 has a lot of technical changes. However, there are only a few major ones that will have a direct impact on users, so we will focus on those here.

If you are interested in all the low-level code changes, you can refer to the official changelog.

LoongArch CPU Architecture Support

Over the past few years, it has been interesting to see Chinese chip manufacturers attempt to catch up to Intel and AMD. One way they have tried to do this is by creating their architectures, which are generally compatible with existing architectures.

One of the most successful of these companies is Longson. However, due to their new architecture, the software support for these CPUs was pretty limited.

Starting with this release, these CPUs have initial support (it won’t work for booting) and will likely soon have packages ported to them.

We should see more progress on this with Linux Kernel 5.20.

32-bit RISC-V Apps on 64-bit RISC-V

As has been the case for recent releases, Linux Kernel 5.19 greatly improves support for the open-source RISC-V architecture. This time, this comes in the form of allowing 32-bit RISC-V apps to run on 64-bit RISC-V systems.

If you’re a new parent, then you’ll be understandably nervous about how your precious baby sleeps. Nanit is a leading smart baby brand that connects parents to their baby’s wellbeing and development. Today they announced new functionality for the Nanit camera, enabling Split Screen and Alert Zone functionality.

The new Split Screen feature allows Nanit users to view more than one camera on the same screen at the same time. The first smart baby camera to offer the capability, the feature is the most requested by parents.

Since its founding, Nanit has been creating cutting-edge technology and tools that keep families connected. This continues with Split Screen and sets up the brand’s next wave of innovation. With Split Screen, parents can select up to two cameras to view in the Nanit app at the same time. This feature is available now to all users with more than one camera and any Insights subscription.

In addition to Split Screen, the capability for users to set up an Alert Zone will be available later this month as an option. Nanit users can designate an area within view of the camera and if motion is detected in the designated area, the user will receive an alert from the Nanit app. The new function is available when using the Nanit Flex Stand (formerly known as the Multi-Stand). The feature does not require a subscription.

The company also unveiled new bundles that meet users in myriad stages of parenting. From families on the road to first-year essentials, Nanit’s new bundles take the guesswork out of the purchase process with these customized offerings. The bundles, which are available exclusively on nanit.com, include:

Best Seller Bundle

Packed with Nanit’s best-selling and must-have products: Nanit Pro Camera, Wall Mount or Floor Stand, Flex Stand, Travel Case, one small sensor-free Breathing Band, one set of Smart Sheets, and one year of Insights Premium subscription plan .

Nursery Essentials

The must-have products for easy nursery set-up: Nanit Pro Camera, Wall Mount or Floor Stand, one small sensor-free Breathing Band, one set of Smart Sheets, and one year of Insights Basic subscription plan.

The Travel Bundle

For families on the go, this bundle includes the products you need for traveling (or a secondary set-up): Nanit Pro Camera, Flex Stand, one small sensor-free Breathing Band, one Travel Case, and one year of Insights Basic subscription plan. The Travel Bundle will be available later this month.

Ultimate First Year

This bundle includes every product and accessory that is needed for a baby’s first year: Nanit Pro Camera, Wall Mount or Floor Stand, Flex Stand, four sets of Pajamas, one small sensor-free Breathing Band, one set of Smart Sheets, and one year of Insights Ultimate subscription plan.

To learn more about Split Screen and new bundles, please visit www.nanit.com.

Anyone who is Sydney-based and has a vested interest in skincare will have heard of Diandra Politano. As one of Australia’s leading dermal therapists, Politano is known (and loved) for her customized, results-driven approach, combining high tech treatments with holistic techniques for optimal skin health.

Politano has been changing complexions for the better from her eponymous Balmain salon for years, so it makes perfect sense that Dior have tapped her as their local skin expert. The partnership will see Politano bring her de ella wealth of experience and professionalism to the house of Dior, and working the prestigious skincare into her salon de ella.

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Dior is best know for skincare innovations such as Capture Totale Serum, a brightening, refining serum boosted with Madagascan Longoza extract from the Dior garden in Madagascar. There’s also the newer La Mousse Off/On Cleanser, a rich balm-to-foam that deeply purifies, removes makeup and leaves the skin silky soft.

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Politano’s ethos is one that marries luxury with efficacy – one that deeply aligns with the house of Dior. Watch this space to hear more about comes from the partnership.