A Magic Keyboard Pro could push even more people to the MacBook Air
Alongside the new iPads, we’re expecting Apple to launch a new design of iPad keyboard case today, potentially branded as the Magic Keyboard Pro. This could give the iPad Pro and keyboard combo a more MacBook-like appearance – but could also lead a growing number of would-be iPad Pro buyers to conclude that they’d be better off with a MacBook Air … more…

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Today in Apple history: Apple PR guru Katie Cotton steps down
On May 7, 2014, Katie Cotton -- the fearsome, much-admired head of Apple worldwide publicity -- stepped down from her VP post after 18 years. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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MacDailyNews presents live coverage of Apple’s ‘Let Loose’ special event
Apple CEO Tim Cook and a team of Apple execs will to host the company’s pre-taped “Let Loose” event today, May 7th at 7am PDT / 10am EDT… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple expected to unveil new iPads and possibly a new chip with AI features at ‘Let Loose’ event
Apple plans to hold a virtual event on Tuesday at 7am PDT / 10am EDT where it is expected to reveal new iPad models, some of which… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Is the Apple Store down? Here’s why
Macworld When the Apple Store goes offline it’s usually an indication that Apple is about to launch a new product. However, that’s not always the case—on May 7, the morning of the Let Loose iPad event, Apple didn’t pull its store offline as it usually does. Why is the Apple Store down? Are you having trouble browsing the Apple Store online? There are a few reasons why the Apple Store might be offline. It could be because Apple is preparing to launch new products at an event, or it could be because Apple is about to start taking pre-orders for a new product. If you are reading this story and it’s the day of an Apple Event then yes, the store is down. Apple has taken it offline while it prepares for new product launches. The store always tends to go offline just before an event–to find out if an event is expected today read: When is Apple’s next event? Even if there isn’t an event planned, there’s also the possibility that the Apple Store could be closed while Apple updates it with new products that will launch later. Wondering whether there are new products expected? Take a look at our New Apple Products round-up. Sometimes Apple just issues a press release relating to new products that it won’t be announcing at an event. Alternatively, Apple might be kicking off pre-orders for upcoming products, as is the case today September 15, 2023. However, don’t jump to the conclusion that if the store is down it means new Apple products are coming, that isn’t always the case. The store might be down due to connectivity issues and for scheduled maintenance. On April 24, 2023, we saw the store go down twice only to go back online without an update. Check the state of Apple’s servers here. Why the Apple Store is down today? The Apple Store is online today (May 7) despite the Let Loose iPad event taking place. What time does the Apple Store usually go down? You may be wondering what time the Apple Store goes down and when Apple makes the announcement. Events tend to start at 10 a.m. at Apple’s HQ in California, which is 1 p.m. ET and 6 p.m. U.K. time. The Apple Store tends to go down at around 5 a.m. ET, 4 a.m. PT, 12 p.m. UK time on those days. If there is no event and the Apple Store is down it could be because Apple is about to issue new product news in a press release. The news usually arrives at around 11 a.m. ET, 8 a.m. PT, and 4 p.m. in the UK. If it is an event day expect the store to be offline until shortly after the event ends. When the site goes down before pre-orders start it usually happens a few hours before the pre-orders are set to start. For example, when the iPhone 15 launched on September 15, preorders were set for 8 a.m. ET, 5 a.m. PT and 1 p.m. in the U.K., the site was offline from a few hours before. Other reasons why the Apple Store could be down However, there are other reasons why the Apple Store can be down, so if you are here on a day when there is no event or pre-orders planned, check the other reasons why the Apple Store could be down below. Apple could be updating the online store Before we explain how to check the status of Apple’s online store, we should first explain the possible reasons why the store might be down. The most exciting reason is that Apple could be updating the store with new products.  Apple tends to shut down the Apple Store while it updates the range of products available, whether it be removing old products and adjusting pricing or featuring the latest iPhone or iPad. The tell-tale difference between server issues and Apple updating the Store is the splash page that you land on. If the Apple Store is down due to product changes, a message along the lines of ‘We’ll be right back’ (It used to say: ‘We’ll be back soon’) should be displayed. If this is the case, you don’t need to do anything else: there are no server issues, you just need to sit tight and wait for Apple to update the Store. The Apple Store is down However, if when you try to access the Apple Store you get a 404 error message (or if the site isn’t performing as you’d expect) then there may be an issue with Apple’s servers. To determine whether this is the issue, you can skip the next section and read about how to check the system status below. You are using an outdated version of Safari or macOS If you’re struggling to access the Apple Store, while other people are having no problems, it might be due to your outdated software. If this is the case the message ‘unsupported browser version’ will display when trying to visit the page on older versions. The store also appears to be unavailable when any of the older macOS versions, including macOS Yosemite or Sierra, on other browsers. The likes of Chrome and Firefox will not work unless you update to a recent build. This is thought to be an attempt by Apple to protect its customers from any potential threats. How to check Apple’s System Status The first step in establishing whether the Apple Store is down (apart from going on the site itself!) is to visit Apple’s System Status website. This site displays the current status of every Apple service, from iOS device activations to iCloud and, of course, the Apple Online Store. It not only informs users of any potential problems with the online services, but also gives users a heads up on any scheduled maintenance that could cause issues. It also indicates whether there were recent disruptions that have now been resolved. If you see a message next to the Apple Online Store status, click it. It should bring up more details about the issue including the duration of the outage and the issues that users would have/are experiencing. Read next:  How to get an education discount at Apple Check crowdsourced status websites Apple’s System Status site isn’t the only place to find up-to-date information on the status of the Apple Store. Down Detector is a hugely popular third-party status website that relies on crowdsourced information from users to provide up-to-date statuses on a range of online services from PayPal to Steam and the Apple Store too. The site allows users to report issues and allows you to see past issues that have affected the performance of the service. It also features a handy heat map of live outages, so you can see whether the issue is local to your city/region/country. Another good resource is the aptly named Is It Down Right Now?. The site offers similar data to Down Detector but also features a grid displaying access speeds over the past few days. It works in a different way to Down Detector though, as you have to search for the service via URL, and at the time of writing, it checks the status of the entire Apple website, not specifically the Apple Store. Read next: How to use the Apple Education Store Apple Inc

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How to watch Apple’s May iPad event (with an earlier start time)
Apple’s “Let Loose” event is set for this morning (Tuesday, May 7) and we’re expecting the official launch of the new iPad Pro, iPad Air, and more. Here’s how to watch the iPad event (including below), plus a reminder that the start time is three hours earlier than normal. more…

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Addressing the Deepfake Risk to Biometric Security
To effectively counteract the sophisticated threats posed by deepfake technologies, organizations must enhance their identity and access management systems with the latest advancements in detection and encryption technologies. This proactive approach will not only reinforce the security of biometric systems but also advance the overall resilience of digital infrastructures against emerging cyberthreats. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.

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The Musi free music app is bigger than Pandora or Deezer – but may not be legal
Musi is a free music app for iPhone which has been downloaded tens of millions of times – but a new piece says that the legality of the app is in question. Musi launched back in 2016, and proved a hit with teens in particular, as it provides free streaming music without the audio ad interruptions you get on the free tier of Spotify … more…

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Ted Lasso series releasing on Blu-ray disc in July [update: now available to order]
Update: Ted Lasso: The Complete Series is now . The Blu-ray is dated for release on July 30. It will be available in HD Blu-ray and DVD formats. The hit comedy series Ted Lasso is currently only available to watch via Apple’s streaming service, Apple TV+. Finally, more than four years after its season one premiere, it appears that the exclusivity window is finally going to end and the show will soon be getting a physical disc release. 9to5Mac understands that Warner Bros. is preparing to release Ted Lasso on Blu-ray, with an expected July release date … more…

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Apple researching how to make a 'Star Trek' communicator badge
Apple has been researching how to make a small, wearable loudspeaker that would use beamformed audio to make it clearly audible to the wearer, yet not disturb anyone else.Detail from the patent showing Bod wearing an audio deviceApple calls a newly-granted patent by the name, "Wearable Device with Directional Audio," but it's really "Star Trek: The Next Generation." At heart, this is how to solve the problem of your entire Away Team plus enemy aliens hearing when your mother calls to ask if you remembered your coat, or why you forgot your Humane AI Pin."A wearable device can provide an audio module that is operable to provide audio output from a distance away from the ears of the user," says Apple. "For example, the wearable device can be worn on clothing of the user and direct audio waves to the ears of the user." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple’s so behind on AI it needs an intervention
Macworld The Macalope asks, do you want AI fast, or do you want it right? The Washington Post, it seems, wants it fast. “Apple is behind in AI and killed its self-driving car project. What’s next?” Based on the implications here, we can safely assume it’s one or more of the following: Filing for bankruptcy. Waking up in a dumpster outside of Akron dressed in a Mr. Red costume, remembering nothing of the last four days. Driving for Uber Eats, just until it can make rent again. Getting locked in an Extended Stay America suite by its friends who are “only here to help”. Walking into the ocean, never to be seen again. The Post’s piece is a virtual confetti gun of Apple doom, ranging from the company’s quarterly results to some unit sales figures Tim Cook takes exception to. Meanwhile, The Verge’s David Pierce is slightly more positive on Apple’s chances of recovering from its devastating behindness in AI. “Better Siri is coming: what Apple’s research says about its AI plans” It would be easy to think that Apple is late to the game on AI. And, apparently, get it published in The Washington Post. But over the last few months, rumors and reports have suggested that Apple has, in fact, just been biding its time, waiting to make its move. AI, as with all new technologies, is largely treated as nothing more than a foot race. One must deliver something, anything, to be considered in the race. Who cares how many answers it gets wrong, whether or not you took the source material without licensing it, what kind of junk you’ve wrapped it up in, whether or not you’re just a repurposed crypto company, or whether or not your answers go on to kill people with its flawed results. Shipping is all that matters. Capitalism: not caring about anything since Adam Smith. IDG IDG IDG What is lost in the discussion is whether or not there’s a right way and a wrong way to ship AI. Others have complained that on-device AI, like math homework, is simply too hard. “Plus, if it’s on the device, how will we scrape all the data?! It’s like you’re not even thinking!” That part’s just a coincidence, of course. It’s really because it’s too hard. Doesn’t work. Not even worth trying. Apple, as Pierce notes, thinks it can do it. By taking advantage of the most inexpensive and available storage on your device, they found, the models can run faster and more efficiently. The killer app here, of course, is making Siri better. But beyond just a Siri that’s more responsive and intelligent is the ability to privately synthesize your information for you. Apple greatly improved autocompletion by putting it on the device, so it would try to anticipate the words you might want next, not what some clown in Hoboken wants. (The Macalope’s not trying to deride Hoboken, it’s just that there’s an actual clown who lives there who was greatly skewing the autocompletion data. Thanks, Carl.) Imagine your device knowing you better based on your data… and then not sharing that with advertisers. Seems worth a little wait to the Macalope. None of this is unusual. People said Apple was late to other janky technologies, too, like netPCs, netbooks, and, well, smart speakers. Smart speakers persist, of course, but the market potential wasn’t exactly one Apple needed to rush to get into. It obviously remains to be seen if Apple can make on-device AI work. Maybe it can’t deliver. But it should at least get some credit for trying to implement AI in a way that’s better from the perspectives of privacy, licensing and targeted results. Apple Inc

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Every new Apple product coming in 2024
Macworld Over the past few years, Apple has overhauled its entire product range, including transitioning the Mac from Intel to its own processors, introducing the tough Apple Watch Ultra, adding a new Plus model to the iPhone lineup, and revealing a brand-new product category (the yet-to-launch Vision Pro).  In this article, we take a look at what we expect Apple to launch in 2024 and beyond. We have investigated every rumor and trend we could find to bring you our predictions. Read on to find out what could be in store. Apple will be holding an event on May 7 named Let Loose. It is expected that the company will unveil two new iPad Air models and two new iPad Pro models. New iPad Keyboards and a new Apple Pencil are also expected. What Apple released in 2023 Apple hit the ground running in 2023 with new Macs and a new HomePod in January. Then at WWDC in June the company launched no less than three new Macs and a brand new device – the Vision Pro – alongside revealing its plans for macOS 14 Sonoma, iOS 17 and watchOS 10. Finally (maybe) Apple launched the new iPhone 15 series and the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 at an event in September and then made macOS Sonoma and iOS 17 available for customers to download later that month. Then at an Apple event on October 30 the company unveiled new MacBook Pro and iMac models. M2 Mac mini Mac mini with M2 Pro 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro with M2 Pro chip New full size HomePod (bit of a surprise this one!) A larger 15-inch MacBook Air A new Mac Pro with the M2 Ultra A new Mac Studio, also with M2 Ultra and M2 Max. iPhone 15, Plus, Pro and Pro Max 2023 Apple Watch Series 9 And Ultra 2 M3 iMac M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max MacBook Pro (14-inch and 16-inch) And of course, the brand-new Vision Pro headset was unveiled (although it won’t arrive until 2024) What new Apple products are coming in 2024? So far in 2024 Apple has released the following new products: Apple launched the Vision Pro headset in the U.S. on February 2. The M3 MacBook Air launched on March 4. Just looking at 2023 gives us clues as to what must be coming in 2024. In 2023 no iPads were updated, we still haven’t seen an M3 or M3 Pro Mac mini (despite the M3 becoming available) and only the AirPods Pro (and EarPods) got USB-C. It seems likely that in 2024 products will get similar updates. What else can we expect? In the sections below we’ve split products into categories including Mac, iPad, iPhone and some new product categories. Read on to find out what to expect at Apple next event and throughout the year. Apple Apple Apple New Macs With the update for the Mac Pro at WWDC in June 2023 Apple finished transitioning all its Macs from Intel processors to its own silicon. Apple launched the M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max chips at the end of October 2023, so we can expect the following updates soon: Mac mini with M3 and M3 Pro Now that the iMac has an M3 chip, and the MacBook Pro an M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max chip, it is surely only a matter of time before those same chips make their way into the Mac mini. There are rumors that the Mac mini may not be updated until the M4 chip arrives, but we think that would be a huge disappointment with the Mac mini being the only Mac desktop that would offer the M3 Pro chip. For this reason, failure to update the Pro version of the Mac mini leaves a gap in the lineup. Read: New Mac mini rumors. When? Mid to late 2024 we hope! Mac Studio with M3 Max and M3 Ultra The next on the list for update will be the Mac Studio, which is due a M3 upgrade too (in this case the M3 Max and M3 Ultra). We anticipate that this will happen at WWDC in June. Read: M3 Mac Studio rumors. When? June 2024 Mac Pro with M3 Max and M3 Ultra If the Mac Studio is getting an update with the M3 Max and M3 Ultra you can rest assured that the Mac Pro will too. When? June 2024 iMac Pro M3 Pro There is a new iMac with M3 chip, but it’s still got a 24-inch screen. What people want is a return of a more professional iMac with a bigger screen. Apple is said to be working on a Pro version of the iMac, a return of the 27-inch iMac Pro perhaps. It sounds like an M3 Pro iMac might happen, but we could be waiting a little longer for that one. Read: Larger iMac Pro rumors When? Fall 2024, or 2025 New iPads The iPad Pro The iPad ProDominik Tomaszewski/IDG The iPad ProDominik Tomaszewski/IDG Dominik Tomaszewski/IDG No iPads were updated in 2023 – the first time a year passed without an iPad update. There was one iPad that wasn’t even updated in 2022—the iPad mini—so that looks the most likely for an imminent update. But there may be an upgrade coming to the iPad Air too. iPad mini A new iPad mini (seventh generation) could be coming soon. Read: iPad mini 7th gen rumors When? Spring 2024 we hope, but later in 2024 more likely iPad Air The iPad Air could soon get an update to the M2 chip. There is also a rumor that we could see a larger iPad Air, perhaps 12.9 inches. Read: iPad Air 6th gen rumors When? May 7, 2024 iPad Pro New iPad Pro models are said to feature OLED displays for the first time, making them thinner and potentially improving battery life. The front camera is said to be moving to the long edge, so it’s on top when the iPad is in landscape orientation. Alongside an M3 upgrade there could be a 14-inch iPad Pro coming from Apple, but we don’t expect to see this in May 2024. When? May 7, 2024 11th gen iPad The 10th generation iPad joined the lineup in October 2022 so a new model can be expected in 2024. The 9th gen model is likely to be retired, so perhaps Apple will continue to sell the 10th gen model, or lower the entry-level price for the 11th gen iPad when it launches. When? Spring 2024 we hope, but later in 2024 more likely New iPhones The arrival of a new set of iPhones isn’t likely to happen before September 2024. There is a small chance we could see a new iPhone SE before then, but we think we won’t. Dominik Tomaszewski / Foundry Dominik Tomaszewski / Foundry Dominik Tomaszewski / Foundry iPhone 16 The iPhone 16 is likely to arrive, like clockwork, in September 2024. Read: iPhone 16 rumors When? September 2024 iPhone SE There have recently been a few rumors about the iPhone SE. A supposed leak revealed a bigger screen, notch and Face ID, for example. This isn’t the first we’ve heard of a bigger version of the iPhone SE. The question is, will it still feature the Home button? Read about the iPhone SE Plus. Read: iPhone SE rumors. When? Spring 2025 New AirPods The AirPods Max are desperately in need of an update. Will they get an update in 2024? Unfortunately, there aren’t any noisy rumors about them right now. There are rumors about a new cheaper AirPods model, dubbed AirPods Lite by some. These are said to cost $99 and could arrive alongside 4th gen AirPods in the spring. The wait for new AirPods Pro could stretch to 2025. They could offer new health-related features when they arrive. Read: New AirPods rumors. When? Summer or Fall 2024 New Apple Watch We expect that Apple will launch an Apple Watch Series 10 and a third-generation Apple Watch Ultra in September 2024. Both will feature a new S10 chip. A third-gen Apple Watch SE is also possible. Read: New Apple Watch 2024 When? Fall 2024 New product categories If Apple was never to innovate away from the products it makes right now it could be left behind as technology progresses. It’s no surprise therefore that the company is working on various new areas. We don’t expect these to land in 2023, but rumors suggest that some of them still could arrive sooner rather than later. HomePod with screen We do hope there is some truth in the rumors that Apple is working on a HomePod with a screen. We’ve always said that a screen would make the HomePod infinitely more usable, but perhaps we are the only ones who hate having to talk to our speaker and control the HomePod via an iPhone. A screen would extend the uses of the HomePod beyond audio into visual – so you could watch podcasts and news reports and YouTube videos, but most usefully communicate via FaceTime. So far all Apple has done is brought back the full-size HomePod that it removed from sale. Read: HomePod with screen rumours. When? Summer or Fall 2024 An HomePod that combines the screen of an iPad could be on the cards. An HomePod that combines the screen of an iPad could be on the cards.Foundry An HomePod that combines the screen of an iPad could be on the cards.Foundry Foundry Vision Pro successor The Vision Pro is pricy and a little cumbersome, but Apple is said to be at work on two updated models: a less-expensive version, and another high-end model. Perhaps “Vision Pro 2” and “Vision Air?” Don’t expect them soon, though. Rumors vary, but none of them say that new Vision hardware is due until at least 2025, maybe even 2026. We do hope to get news as to when Apple will release the current Vision Pro around the world soon. Read our When will the Vision Pro launch outside the US. When? 2025 or later What Apple released in 2022 12.9-inch and 11-inch M2 iPad Pro 10.9-inch iPad, 10th generation iPhone 14 and 14 Plus iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max Apple Watch Ultra Apple Watch Series 8 Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) AirPods Pro (2nd generation) iPhone SE (3rd generation) iPad Air (5th generation) Mac Studio (1st generation) Studio Display M2 MacBook Air M2 13in MacBook Pro What Apple released in 2021 HomePod mini in new colors MacBook Pro with M1 Pro and M1 Max AirPods (3rd generation) Apple Watch Series 7 iPhone 13-series iPad mini (6th generation) iPad (9th generation) iMac M1 iPad Pro M1(3rd and 5th generation) Apple TV 4K (2nd generation) AirTag What Apple released in 2020 AirPods Max MacBook Air M1 13-inch MacBook Pro M1 Mac mini M1 iPhone 12-series HomePod mini iPad Air (4th generation) Apple Watch SE iPad (8th generation) Apple Watch Series 6 27-inch iMac (Intel) 13-inch MacBook Pro (Intel) iPhone SE MacBook Air (Intel) iPad Pro (2nd and 4th generation) For information about what Apple launched in the decade before that read: Best Apple products of the decade (2010-2019) Apple Inc, Apple TV, Apple Watch, iOS, iPad, iPhone, Mac, MacBook, MacOS

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Apple.com homepage offers a hint at a potential eraser feature for the next-gen Apple Pencil
Sometimes it’s the website that offers the best hints as to what’s to come. The Apple.com homepage was recently updated with a last-minute teaser to celebrate today’s upcoming media event, which will commence at 7 AM PT, wherein Apple is expected to announce a new lineup of iPad Pro and iPad Air units. The new […] Source

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Apple’s ‘Let Loose’ iPad event: Last minute rumors, how to watch, and more!
Macworld Apple’s Let Loose event is upon us and we’ve got everything you need right here, with all of the latest rumors, live video from Apple Park, and announcements as they happen. Here’s what you need to know before the event kicks off at 7am PT. Let Loose event: How to watch The Let Loose event begins at 7am PT (10am ET), three hours earlier than Apple’s usual keynote slot. You can watch in a variety of places online, but the easiest is right here. Let Loose event: The latest rumors Apple Pencil Pro: According to code spotted on the Apple Japan website while describing the main logo for the event, Apple is preparing to introduce an Apple Pencil Pro to its ever-growing family of Apple Pencils. It is said to have features like haptic feedback and a new squeeze gesture. Apple Pencil eraser: An interactive teaser on Apple.com suggests the Apple Pencil could have an eraser feature built into the device. Short and to the point: The keynote will reportedly last just over a half-hour, making it one of Apple’s shortest Special Events. Let Loose event: Live updates When the keynote begins, we will update this story with the new products as they are announced. We’re expecting Apple to announce updates to the iPad Pro and iPad Air, as well as a new Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard. iPad

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Apple @ Work Podcast: Layers and layers of security
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Gary Orenstein from Bitwarden about their recent survey about using passwords across the industry. more…

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“Apple Pro Pencil” references discovered on company’s Japanese website prior to media event
The next-gen Apple Pencil could be released today, and a reference to an unreleased “Apple Pencil Pro” has been discovered in the source code for Apple’s homepage in Japan. This finding suggests that an Apple Pencil Pro could be announced at today’s media event. However, given the code does not appear on Apple’s homepage in […] Source

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Apple Car may not be cancelled as Apple discusses partnership with Rivian
Apple is said to be investigating a partnership with a US electric vehicle firm, believed to be Rivian, in a move that could mean reviving the Apple Car.Rivian R1TThe whole Apple Car project was reportedly scrapped in February 2024, with its team redeployed to AI work. Unusually, the cancellation of a decade-long project was even seen as good news by analysts.However, according to Digitimes, Apple is even now contemplating a partnership with an EV firm. Beyond a belief that the firm is Rivian, there is no further detail — and even citing supply chain sources, Digitimes specifically says the news is speculation. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Speak a new language with help from Babbel, now less than $150
Macworld Whether it’s picking up a new skill for your resumé or using that knowledge to better understand an entire people and their customs, learning a new language is still one of the most valuable self-improvement steps you could take. Through May 12, a lifetime subscription to Babbel is on sale for $149.97. With over 10 million subscribers worldwide, Babbel has developed a robust method for language learning, drawing on the expertise of over 150 linguists and language experts. Users can choose from Babbel’s collection of 14 core languages, including popular choices such as Spanish, French, and German, as well as languages like Russian, Turkish, and Indonesian. And with Babbel’s expertly crafted 10- to 15-minute daily lessons, users can feel the satisfaction of steady, effective progress towards fluency in their chosen language, on their own schedule. In addition, Babbel incorporates speech-recognition technology that monitors learners’ pronunciation and speech patterns, analyzing how words are pronounced, as well as overall fluency and intonation. Unlock a lifetime of access to the Babbel Language Learning app for just $149.97 until 11:59 p.m. PT on May 12.   Babbel Language Learning: Lifetime Subscription (All Languages) – $149.97 Learn it all for $149.97 StackSocial prices subject to change. Accessories

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Sonos’ first wireless headphones and AirPods Max rival leaks
Images of Sonos' first wireless headphones, which will rival the AirPods Max, have leaked online along with its suggested European pricing. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Report: Apple mulling potential partnership with Rivian
Earlier this year, Apple canceled its decade-long Project Titan electric car initiative, but a new report from DigiTimes says that Apple’s electric vehicle ambitions might not be over. According to the story, Apple is “assessing the possibility of teaming up with a certain US EV startup, and Rivian is a very likely candidate.” more…

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