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- 42 mins agoPump up the volume at your next BBQ with this Sony Bluetooth speaker [60% off]
High-end audio features make this Sony XE300 portable Bluetooth speaker a must for summer fun. Get on for just $79.99 (regularly $199). (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)48 mins ago9to5Mac Overtime 020: iPad Pro exclusively
Fernando and Jeff discuss using iPad Pro exclusively over Mac, favorite iPad Pro features, and the one must have sleeper accessory for Apple’s new tablet. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts. You can also watch this episode on YouTube and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more. more…1 hour agoiOS 18 Mail app AI features: Smart replies, tone change, auto-sort, more
A new report suggests Apple may announce a number of iOS 18 Mail app AI features during WWDC. These include the option to automatically create Smart Replies to emails, as well as the ability to draft a reply yourself and then ask Siri to change the tone – for example, ‘make this sound more professional’ … more…1 hour agoWhat to expect at Apple’s WWDC24: AI, major iOS revamp and more
Get a sneak peek of what to expect at WWDC24. Preview the latest advancements in AI for iPhone, Mac and other Apple devices. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)1 hour agoHow Tim Cook’s Apple missed the AI revolution
As it scrambled to catch up to the AI revolution it missed, Tim Cook's Apple is set to announce an array of generative AI (GenAI) features… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.12:34 pmMeta is using your data to train AI models; Europeans can opt out [U: Investigations]
Update: Both the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office and the European Commission have now launched investigations into the legality of making it opt-out instead of opt-in. If you use Instagram or Facebook, Meta is using your data to train its AI models. The company uses posts as training material for its generative AI systems. Privacy legislation in the UK and European Union means that the company is forced to offer an opt-out option – but it is doing so in a rather sketchy way … more…12:28 pm$150k Samsung micro-LED TV shows why Apple isn’t yet using the tech
It’s not unusual in pieces around Apple’s move to OLED for iPads (now) and MacBooks (in future) to have someone ask in the comments why the company doesn’t just skip ahead to micro-LED. The latest Samsung’s micro-LED TVs point to two very good reasons … more…12:28 pmApple Glass rumors resurrected thanks to eyeglass hinge patent application
The Apple Glass concept has seemingly resurfaced in a patent application discussing a potential hinge mechanism for the long-rumored headgear.Hypothetical smart glassesFollowing the introduction of the Apple Vision Pro, the rumor mill has previously speculated that smart glasses could be on the way. Made to be thinner than a typical VR or AR headset, Apple Glass rumors positioned the device as a lightweight AR platform that's closer in form to spectacles.In a patent application surfacing on Thursday and originally filed on February 14, 2024, Apple offers a description of a "Dual-Axis Hinge Mechanism." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:53 ameBay dropping Amex card support, citing ‘unacceptably high fees’
eBay is dropping Amex card support, emailing users to advise that it will no longer accept American Express cards for payments from mid-August … more…11:44 amiOS 18 Mail app will get huge AI enhancements & summarizations with 'Project Blackpearl' | AppleInsideriOS 18 Mail app will get huge AI enhancements & summarizations with 'Project Blackpearl'
Apple's Mail application is getting a massive AI upgrade with Project BlackPearl. Here's how iOS 18 will make your life better, and your working day easier.Project BlackPearl will greatly enhance the Mail app with machine learning and AIPeople familiar with the matter have revealed exclusively to AppleInsider that the Mail app will receive substantial improvements through Apple's new AI initiative. In pre-release versions of the company's upcoming operating systems, expected at WWDC, search results within the Mail app include information from Contacts, as well as locations and locally stored documents.This means that the Mail app will be able to take advantage of Apple's on-device Ajax LLM for more varied search results. This will also allow for so-called "Smart Replies" to emails, generated by Apple's AI software. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:28 amChange to Adobe terms & conditions outrages many professionals
A change to Adobe terms & conditions for apps like Photoshop has outraged many professional users, concerned that the company is claiming the right to access their content, use it freely, and even sub-licence it to others. The company is requiring users to agree to the new terms in order to continue using their Adobe apps, locking them out until they do so … more…11:22 amThe 5th Generation iPad Air with M1 Chip is $199 Off
Pining for an iPad with OLED screen but don’t have the budget yet? You can take a detour and grab the M1-powered iPad Air for $200 off. Today, the 5th Generation iPad Air WiFi 256GB is down to just $549 from its original price of $750 on Amazon. The M1-powered iPad Air is more capable […] The post appeared first on iLounge.11:21 amBack to school Apple promo expected soon
Apple might be bringing back its back to school promo in Canada and the United States due to the prevalence of online ads. Apple-sponsored ads have popped up recently on Instagram, where university and college students are enticed to purchase Macs. In the description, students could get the products with education savings, as well as […] The post appeared first on iLounge.11:20 amMini games on Uber for iPhone may soon be available
Rideshare service Uber may be planning on having mini-games to play on the iOS app. An online leak shows hidden code found within the app that foretells the addition of mini games. References to loading games in the latest version portend to the feature needing an internet connection. So far, Uber has not made any […] The post appeared first on iLounge.11:18 am3DS emulator launches on iOS App Store
A new 3DS game emulator has arrived on the iPhone through the App Store. The Follum emulator has the distinction of being the first 3DS emulator of its kind on iOS. The app can be downloaded directly from the App Store. However, there are several things you should know. The Nintendo 3DS emulator is priced […] The post appeared first on iLounge.11:15 amBelkin Auto Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit review: Follow the leader
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsEasy to installBuilt-in batteryMagSafe chargingConsPriceyOur VerdictThe Belkin Auto Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit follows you wherever you go (at least as long as you’re in the same room)–it keeps your face in focus. It works perfectly, from the smooth installation to the actual use. Price When Reviewed$179.99 Best Prices Today: Belkin Auto Tracking Stand Pro With DockKit Retailer Price $179.99 View Deal $179.99 View Deal $179.99 View Deal Belkin $180 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The Belkin Auto Tracking Stand Pro is a motorized iPhone stand that can rotate 360 degrees. It can track your face and body (thus it’s not for the paranoid). So if you use your iPhone for FaceTime or the camera to record video of yourself, the Auto Tracking Stand Pro can be very useful by keeping you within the video frame. It’s able to track your movements because the stand implements Apple’s DockKit, a framework that works with the iPhone to figure out how to frame items in the best position. You don’t need to do anything–just mount your iPhone on the Belkin stand, launch FaceTime, the Camera app, or any other app and it will figure out how to track you. According to Belkin, it should work with most video apps; I tested with Telegram, WhatsApp, and FaceTime. It worked fine. There’s not a whole lot to do to set up the Belkin stand. All you have to do is unpack it, plug it in (adapter and a 1.5-meter USB-C cable included), switch it on, and then put your iPhone on the base of the stand to pair via NFC. You will then receive a message that everything is ready. It’s super easy. Even when I go from sitting down to standing up, the stand follows my face with a faint buzzing sound as it turns. The magnet holding the phone can be angled 90 degrees. So it’s hard not to end up in the picture. If you prefer, you can use the iPhone’s main camera, which makes it handy if you’re a furious vlogger who can’t sit still. Your phone also charges wirelessly when attached to the Belkin Auto Tracking Stand Pro. The built-in MagSafe charger delivers up to 15 watts. The stand also has a rechargeable battery that lasts around five hours–perfect for when you want to place the sand in an area that’s not near a power outlet, like in a garden or cleaning a room, for example. Should you buy the Belkin Auto Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit? The Belkin Auto Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit follows you wherever you go (at least as long as you’re in the same room)–it keeps your face in focus. It works perfectly, from the smooth installation to the actual use. It’s a handy device if you can’t still during FaceTime calls, or you want to record video while moving around. This article originally appeared on Macworld Sweden and was translated by Roman Loyola. Accessories, iPhone, Mobile Phone Accessories11:06 amNvidia overtakes AAPL to exceed $3T value, wins an antitrust investigation
Nvidia has overtaken AAPL in the market cap stakes, as its valuation exceeded $3T. The company’s rise in value has been truly spectacular, increasing from $2T back in February to more than $3T just four months later. The company is now challenging Microsoft for the title of most valuable company in the world, and for the same reason … more…10:58 amApple’s newest Macs and iPads ship with hidden Thread radio
Since September 2023, Apple has shipped all its new Macs and iPads with a hidden (and deactivated) Thread router. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)10:50 amGrab Anker’s 563 10-in-One USB-C Hub at $90 Off
Anker’s latest deal on its USB-C hub is one you shouldn’t miss out on. Today, the 563 10-in-1 USB-C Hub is down to just $59.99 from its original price of $150 on Amazon. If you ever need to extend your computer’s connectivity then the 563 is the one to get. It offers a whopping ten […] The post appeared first on iLounge.10:45 amSpotify music service hikes subscriptions
Streaming music service Spotify has announced an increase in subscription price. In a post, Spotify said that they will be increasing the Premium plan in the US to ‘bring users the best experience.’ The Student plan is still set at $5.99, while the Family and Duo plans have increased to $19.99 and $16.99 respectively. Meanwhile, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.