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Dark Noise — the  white noise app for the Mac, iPhone, and iPad — has been updated to version 3.0. The biggest new feature in Dark Noise 3.0 is the introduction of a free tier. The free tier includes access to high free sounds as well as full support for...

Apple CEO Tim Cook hints at the rumored “RealityPro” AR/VR headset in a new interview with GQ. The article says he was willing to explain why Apple might—hypothetically—be interested in something in the world of AR/VR. From the article: “If you think about the...

In a new support document Apple says Keynote Live won’t be available in a future version of the presentation app. The tech giant recommends that you start using other apps to share your presentation. Keynote Live allows you to play your presentation over...

The Cannes Film Festival has confirmed that Apple TV+’s Killers of The Flower Moon will get its world premiere on the Croisette on Saturday, May 20, in the Grand Théâtre Lumière, reports Deadline. On March 27 Apple Original Films  announced that Martin Scorsese’s...

Apple isn’t going to like this: the Oscars are poised to enact one of the most significant rules changes in the Academy’s recent history, potentially adding a new theatrical distribution requirement for films to be eligible for best picture, according to Puck...

General Motors (GM) will phase out Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in its vehicles starting this year and will move to built-in infotainment system co-developed with Google, reports Reuters. GM owns Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC in the U.S. It will stop offering...

Apple has won its appeal against the decision by Britain’s antitrust regulator to launch an investigation into its mobile browser and cloud gaming services, the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has ruled, according to Reuters. In January Apple appealed an...

Velan Studios and Mattel have rolled out Hot Wheels: Rift Rally, a new mixed reality racing experience now available on the Apple App Store, Sony PlayStation 4 and Sony PlayStation 5.  Here’s how the game is described: Leveraging Velan Studio’s patented RC mixed...

Human: Fall Flat+ is now available on Apple Arcade, Apple’s U.S. $4.99/month or $49.99/year game streaming service that has over 200 games. Apple Arcade is also available as part of the Apple One bundle. Human: Fall Flat +s available for the iPhone and iPad, but not,...

Apple says the New York Philharmonic will perform at the Apple Fifth Avenue retail store in New York City today from 6-6:45 to celebrate the launch of Apple Music Classical. And the session is already full. The tech giant says the event will consist of Big...

“John Wick” makes a comeback after the franchise’s chapter 4 hits theaters. Ted Lasso” and “Succession” continue to go strong on this week’s top 10 streaming chart by Reelgood. John Wick is in the lead spot, Apple TV+’s Ted Lasso is in fifth place (down from fourth...

Apple Gangnam opened today in the heart of Seoul’s world-famous Gangnam District. This new space invites customers to discover Apple’s incredible lineup of products and services, and receive best-in-class support from highly knowledgeable specialists. Customers can...

The thriller movie, “Tetris,” starring Taron Egerton, debuts today on Apple TV+. About ‘Tetris’ Here’s how the movie is described: “Tetris” tells the unbelievable story of how one of the world’s most popular video games found its way to avid players around the globe....

Since I can’t cover everything, I like to offer a daily roundup of must-read articles from some other websites. ° From AppleInsider: Months after its launch, Netflix’s ad-supported plan has finally made it to the Apple TV with limited quality and streaming. ° From...

Apple TV+ is teaming with Universal Television and Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video to adapt author Jonathan Eig’s book, “Luckiest Man: The Life and Death of Lou Gehrig,” as a scripted television series, according to The Hollywood Reporter. From the report: “Dan Kay...

Apple has convinced a U.S. appeals court to uphold a patent tribunal’s ruling that could imperil an US$502 million verdict for VirnetX in the companies’ long-running fight over privacy-software technology, reports Reuters. The article says the tech giant convinced the...

Apple has updated its iWork apps (Pages, Numbers, and Keynote) for macOS, iPadOS, and iOS. All can be obtained at the Mac App Store and the Apple App Store. Here are Apple’s release notes for the updates:  Keynote for Mac ° Export and send a copy of your...

Apple has announced that a new 10-part documentary series “Big Beasts,” narrated by Emmy Award nominee Tom Hiddleston, is set to premiere globally on Friday, April 21 on Apple TV+.  It comes from the creative team of the Apple TV+ award-winning docuseries “Tiny...

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Apple has released the third public betas of macOS Ventura 13.4, iOS 16.5, and iPadOS 16.5. Public betas are available on Apple’s Beta Software Program website.  Just remember that beta software is unfinished software, so proceed with care. Apple does public...

Netflix is working to bring its nascent video-game service to television sets for the first time, moving beyond smartphones and tablets in a sign of its growing ambitions, reports Bloomberg. And you may be able to use your iPhone as a controller. Here’s what developer...

Apple has released iTunes 12.12.8 for Windows, adding security improvements and support for new devices. iTunes for Windows can be downloaded from the Microsoft Store or from Apple’s website. As Apple notes, with iTunes for Windows, you can manage your entire media...

EZVIZ has launched its H3 2K Smart Home Wi-fi Camera in the US.  It features AI powered human/vehicle detection, color night vision, active defense, customizable voice alerts and two-way talk.  It also sends notifications, particularly when people are...

Since I can’t cover everything, I like to offer a daily roundup of must-read articles from some other websites. ° From AppleInsider: Apple’s Beats by Dre is collaborating with Verdy’s “Girls Don’t Cry” brand on a special edition of Beats Flex earbuds that go on sale...

According to the data analyzed by the Atlas VPN team, Apple overtook Samsung as the most popular smartphone in the first months of 2023. The freemium VPN service says this is a significant shift in the global smartphone market, as Samsung has been the dominant player...

The Indian personal computer (PC) market (including desktops, notebooks and tablets such as the iPad) suffered a major decline of 22% year-on-year, with 4.1 million units shipped in quarter four of 2022, according to new estimates from Canalys. However, it’s good news...

I still don’t think that Apple will release a foldable iPhone, but IDC expects worldwide shipments of foldable phones, including flip and fold form factors, to reach 21.4 million units in 2023.  This represents an increase of more than 50% over the 14.2 million...

Apple managed to sustain its iPhone shipments in Mexico in quarter four of 2022, according to Counterpoint Research. Keeping the iPhone 11 alive in the region has driven its volume and share, adds the research group. However, going through one of its toughest years,...

As previously reported, Counterpoint Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) found that most iPhone buyers trade-in their previous iPhone, while a surprising percentage hold on to it. A surprisingly low percentage sell their old iPhone on their own. Now CIRP data on...

CleanMyMac X by MacPaw has released a new update to give users a single location to monitor and manage devices connected to their Macs via Bluetooth, WiFi or USB.  The new monitor — Connected Devices — enhances CleanMyMac’s recently upgraded Menu app — a set of...