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- 02:51 amHow to use Siri in CarPlay with or without your voice
Being able to make a request using Siri while driving helps keep your eyes on the road, but just asking for Siri may not work on older cars or in certain other circumstances. Here's the fix.For most people using CarPlay, being able to call the vocal assistant Siri up by simply saying its name — or preceded with "hey" — is a great convenience. From asking for directions to checking where you need to go next, it makes driving safer.Occasionally, however, you may find Siri doesn't respond when called for. This can have a variety of causes, but it seems to happen more often with wireless CarPlay compared to when the iPhone is plugged into a USB port. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:58 amGoogle paid Apple $20 Billion to be default search engine in 2022
The ongoing antitrust lawsuit against Alphabet by the Justice Department has revealed that Google paid Apple a staggering $20 billion in 2022 for default search engine status.In 2022, Alphabet paid Apple $20 billionGoogle's relationship has been under heavy scrutiny during an antitrust lawsuit accusing the company of using its size as an advantage to prevent competitors from entering the search market. One of the biggest issues in question is how much it pays Apple, which was previously estimated to be nearly $20 billion — a figure proven true by a new court filing.Despite attempts by Google and Apple to keep the payment confidential, details emerged during the trial through testimony and accidental disclosures. According to a report from Bloomberg, court documents revealed that Google paid Apple $20 billion in 2022 to be the default search engine on Apple platforms. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:36 amHere’s how much Google paid Apple to be Safari’s default search engine in 2022
It’s no secret that Google pays Apple a lot of money to be the default search engine for the Safari web browser on iOS and macOS. In 2021, the company paid $15 billion to keep Google as the default search engine on Apple platforms. Now a report has just revealed how much Google has spent to keep the deal going in 2022. more…01:28 amThe Apple Pencil 2 is Now Only $79
The Apple Pencil 2 is the de facto stylus for those who need it for work or creating content. Today, it’s down to just $79 from its original price of $130 on Amazon. With the Apple Pencil 2 you can take notes, mark documents, color, sketch, and draw on your iPad and it’s similar to […] The post appeared first on iLounge.01:27 amNew USB-C Apple Pencil firmware launches
Apple has released a new firmware update for its Apple Pencil with USB-C port. The newest firmware version of the USB-C Apple Pencil is 10M6060, with the previous one being 10M5164. When connected to a device, the firmware number will read 37377.37377.16.0. As always, Apple does not disclose the full information whenever it releases an […] The post appeared first on iLounge.01:25 am‘Repair State’ feature added to iOS 17.5
The upcoming iOS 17.5 will have a ‘repair state’ option that allows iPhone users to send their devices for service without the need to disable Activation Lock and Find My. In previous versions of iOS, an iPhone to be sent for repair is required to have the Find My network turned off, or else it […] The post appeared first on iLounge.01:23 amApple drops MLS Season Pass price
Apple has discounted its MLS Season Pass to entice more subscriptions. The 2024 Major League Soccer season is about a third through, and Apple has dropped the price of MLS Season Pass to gain more viewers. Usually $99, the MLS in the US is now only $69 for the whole season. Meanwhile, Apple TV+ subscribers […] The post appeared first on iLounge.Wednesday May 0111:20 pmAnthropic Brings Claude AI To the iPhone and iPad
Anthropic has released its Claude AI chatbot on the App Store, bringing the company's ChatGPT competitor to the masses. Compared to OpenAI's chatbot, Claude is built with a focus on reducing harmful outputs and promoting safety, with a goal of making interactions more reliable and ethically aware. You can give it a try here. 9to5Mac reports: Anthropic highlights three launch features for Claude on iPhone: Seamless syncing with web chats: Pick up where you left off across devices. Vision capabilities: Use photos from your library, take new photos, or upload files so you can have real-time image analysis, contextual understanding, and mobile-centric use cases on the go. Open access: Users across all plans, including Pro and Team, can download the app free of charge. The app is also capable of analyzing things that you show it like objects, images, and your environment. Read more of this story at Slashdot.11:20 pmAnthropic Brings Claude AI To the iPhone and iPad
Anthropic has released its Claude AI chatbot on the App Store, bringing the company's ChatGPT competitor to the masses. Compared to OpenAI's chatbot, Claude is built with a focus on reducing harmful outputs and promoting safety, with a goal of making interactions more reliable and ethically aware. You can give it a try here. 9to5Mac reports: Anthropic highlights three launch features for Claude on iPhone: Seamless syncing with web chats: Pick up where you left off across devices. Vision capabilities: Use photos from your library, take new photos, or upload files so you can have real-time image analysis, contextual understanding, and mobile-centric use cases on the go. Open access: Users across all plans, including Pro and Team, can download the app free of charge. The app is also capable of analyzing things that you show it like objects, images, and your environment. Read more of this story at Slashdot.11:20 pmAnthropic Brings Claude AI To the iPhone and iPad
Anthropic has released its Claude AI chatbot on the App Store, bringing the company's ChatGPT competitor to the masses. Compared to OpenAI's chatbot, Claude is built with a focus on reducing harmful outputs and promoting safety, with a goal of making interactions more reliable and ethically aware. You can give it a try here. 9to5Mac reports: Anthropic highlights three launch features for Claude on iPhone: Seamless syncing with web chats: Pick up where you left off across devices. Vision capabilities: Use photos from your library, take new photos, or upload files so you can have real-time image analysis, contextual understanding, and mobile-centric use cases on the go. Open access: Users across all plans, including Pro and Team, can download the app free of charge. The app is also capable of analyzing things that you show it like objects, images, and your environment. Read more of this story at Slashdot.11:12 pmWhat to expect from Apple Watch Ultra 3 this year
We’ve been hearing a lot of rumors about an “Apple Watch X,” which would be a completely redesigned Apple Watch to celebrate the product’s 10th anniversary. However, little has been said about what to expect from the next generation Apple Watch Ultra – so read on as we dig into the details. more…09:40 pm9to5Mac Daily: May 1, 2024 – New ‘Repair State’ Mode in iOS 17.5, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Supported by Setapp: Get access to 240+ apps on your Mac for just $9.99. Sign up today for a free 7-day trial. more…09:31 pmQualcomm better-than-expected revenue forecast; sees strong demand for premium smartphones | Mac Daily NewsQualcomm better-than-expected revenue forecast; sees strong demand for premium smartphones
Qualcomm gives better-than-expected revenue forecast onThursday as the company highlighted strong demand for “premium tier” or… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:00 pmAI tax app that can find every deduction is a lifesaver for freelancers
Ready to make filing taxes painless? Get a three-year subscription to the FlyFin AI tax app now for just $44.97, the best price online. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)08:43 pmiPhone alarm on Challengers soundtrack drives people nuts
Reviews for tennis-love-triangle flick "Challengers" are positive, except for an incredibly annoying iPhone alarm left on the soundtrack. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)08:32 pmHere’s what analysts expect from Apple’s earnings report on Thursday
Analysts expect Apple to report fiscal Q224 earnings representing a 4.75% year-over-year revenue decline, according to estimates… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:30 pmSnapchat adds editable chats, emoji reactions, new AI features
Today, Snap announced a host of feature updates coming to Snapchat that are sure to make its users happy. The two standout improvements center around messaging: editable messages and emoji reactions. These join a handful of service-wide enhancements that are driven by Snap’s AI efforts, such as AI reminders, creating custom Bitmoji looks, and more. more…08:00 pmWhy the 2024 iPad Pro, M4 or not, will finally replace my 2018 model
I’m someone who likes to replace my devices often, always getting the latest and greatest of what Apple produces. One glaring exception has been the iPad. I used to buy nearly every new generation, a trend that continued after I made the iPad my primary computer. But for nearly six years, I’ve been using the 2018 iPad Pro—a shockingly long time by my standards. And despite several new models releasing in recent years, I’ve never been enticed enough to upgrade. Why? Because the 2018 model has worked remarkably well. Next week though, my new iPad drought will finally come to an end. Based on what’s widely expected in the 2024 iPad Pro—whether it includes an M4 chip or not—I’m eagerly ready to upgrade. And I suspect a lot of 2018 owners plan to do the same. Let me explain. more…07:57 pmHow to track your mood on Apple Watch and why it’s useful
Apple Watch with watchOS 10 has with a range of new health and fitness features with one in particular aimed at supporting mental health. Follow along for how to track mood on Apple Watch in the latest Mindfulness app and the benefits of doing so. more…07:54 pmApple’s iPhone 16 said to come in new color-infused green
Apple is rumored to offer the iPhone 16 and possibly the iPhone 16 Pro in a color-infused green option that should… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.