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- 30 mins agoHow Gemini's and OpenAI's updates play into Apple's AI strategy
Google and OpenAI have announced significant updates for their AI models and features, creating more competition for Apple ahead of WWDC.Apple will has a lot of catching up to do if it wants to compete with Google and OpenAIOn Monday, OpenAI announced its innovative GPT-4o AI model and an all-new Mac app, while Google previewed major improvements to its Gemini software the on Tuesday. The two companies showcased a variety of remarkable features, making the market even more competitive as a result.While Apple has seemingly fallen far behind in its AI endeavors, a partnership with Google or OpenAI could prove to be an easy way of offering generative AI features to its user base. At least rumors suggest that's a path Apple is willing to take. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums1 hour agoGamma is a free PlayStation emulator available on the iOS App Store
Following changes to the App Store guidelines last month, developers were finally able to release game emulators for iOS – such as the popular Delta. And joining that list now is Gamma, a new PlayStation emulator available on the iOS App Store for iPhone and iPad. more…10:13 pmOpenAI unveils new ‘GPT-4o’ AI model amid increasing competition
ChatGPT maker OpenAI said othis week it would release a new AI model called "GPT-4o," capable of realistic voice conversation… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.10:12 pmKiller deal: Apple's iPad Air dips to $399 at Amazon, the lowest price ever
Amazon is making room for iPad Air 6 inventory and that equates to blowout savings on the iPad Air 5, which has now dropped to the lowest price ever at just $399.Get an iPad Air 5 for just $399.Amazon's $399 price on Apple's 5th Generation iPad Air reflects a $200 price cut off the original MSRP for the 64GB Wi-Fi model. At press time, the limited-time deal is available in Blue, Pink and Purple, with Space Gray and Starlight ringing in at $449.Buy for $399 Continue Reading on AppleInsider09:40 pmA one-time payment of less than $90 gets you 20TB of cloud storage for life
Cult of Mac readers can get a lifetime subscription to Prism Drive's 20TB secure cloud storage deal for just $89.97 (regularly $1,494). (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)08:20 pmOpenAI’s amazing GPT-4o could be the next Siri
Take a look at OpenAI GPT-4o, an AI chatbot that's remarkably human-like. It's possibly coming to iOS and macOS. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)08:17 pmApple’s Voice Memos, Notes, and other apps said to gain AI transcription capability | Mac Daily NewsApple’s Voice Memos, Notes, and other apps said to gain AI transcription capability
With Apple's Voice Memos, you can use iPhone as a portable recording device to record personal notes, classroom lectures, musical… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:52 pmChatGPT will soon be able to see everything happening on your screen
Yesterday in its spring update, OpenAI launched a fully-native Mac app for ChatGPT and also debuted its new flagship model, GPT-4o. There was no shortage of remarkable demos and excitement, especially for Apple users mulling the rumored Apple-OpenAI partnership for iOS 18. One key thing that caught my interest in the full event video was a forthcoming ChatGPT app feature that was demoed but without any real details shared. What feature? The ability for ChatGPT to see everything happening on your device’s screen. more…07:35 pmApple’s latest iPads gain the iPhone 15’s best battery feature
Macworld One of our favorite new features of the iPhone 15 is the ability to limit charging to just 80 percent. For years now, some Apple products have had an optimized battery charging feature that takes into account your typical daily charging and usage routine and will only charge your iPhone or Mac up to 80% when it has determined you’re unlikely to need more. But the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro introduce a third option: force charging to stop at 80 percent. It’s a great option for those concerned about the long-term health of their iPhone batteries, as keeping a battery fully charged causes it to degrade faster, and limiting to 80 percent will help the battery retain its full capacity for a lot longer. It’s unclear why the 80 percent limit isn’t available on older iPhones or other Apple hardware, as it seems like a relatively simple software change, but those who buy a new 2024 iPad (the M2 iPad Air or M4 iPad Pro) will be happy to see it as an option there, too. Since Apple hasn’t brought it to older iPhones over the past five iOS 17 updates, it’s unlikely to make an appearance until iOS 18, if ever. Dutch site iCulture was the first to notice the option. As before, there’s no “optimized battery charging” option on iPads, so it’s a little strange to see the charge limit feature appear. Earlier iPads also don’t have the Battery Health display feature in Settings, which is now available in the new 2024 iPads so you can see stats for maximum capacity and cycle count, as well as the battery’s manufacture date and first use. Hopefully, the 80 percent charge limit will be an option on all future Apple hardware. For those who don’t need that extra 20 percent to get through a day, it really will help keep their batteries healthy for years. iPad07:19 pm9to5Mac Daily: May 14, 2024 – iOS 17.5 now available, touchscreen Macs
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. Subscribe to support Chance directly with 9to5Mac Daily Plus and unlock: Ad-free versions of every episode Monthly bonus episodes more…07:18 pmHere’s how to protect against ‘GoldPickaxe’, the first iPhone trojan [U]
An Android trojan called GoldDigger surfaced last year that can steal biometric data and more from victims to compromise their bank accounts. Now the threat has evolved into the GoldPickaxe trojan that can infect iOS and Android. Fortunately, there are several simple ways to protect against the first iPhone trojan, here’s what you should know. more…06:38 pmHere’s our best look yet at the iPad Pro’s new nano-texture display [Video]
As we rounded up last night, the first M4 iPad Pro reviews are here, with most focusing on the new OLED screens, the M4 chip, and the ultra-thin design. If you’ve been on the hunt for an in-depth look at the new nano-texture glass option, a new video from Tyler Stalman has you covered. more…06:36 pmApp Store blocks $7 billion in potentially fraudulent transactions over 4 years
Apple sums up App Store fraud prevention successes in its fourth annual fraud prevention analysis report Tuesday. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:11 pmApple stopped over $7 billion in potentially fraudulent App Store transactions in four years | Mac Daily NewsApple stopped over $7 billion in potentially fraudulent App Store transactions in four years
Since launching the App Store in 2008, Apple has continued to invest in and develop industry-leading technologies designed… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:31 pmApple loses ground to archrival on smartphone satisfaction
New data shows Apple's smartphone customer satisfaction rating went up a point, but Samsung gained more ground and crept ahead on 5G. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:31 pmMaking iPadOS finally live up to the iPad’s overachieving hardware
Every time a new iPad Pro is released, the reviews repeat the same narrative: powerful hardware, hamstrung software. The M4 reviews have been no exception. This gap isn’t because of a lack of effort on Apple’s part. The company has continually developed and pushed iPadOS forward in the nine years since the iPad Pro debuted. But the general consensus among reviewers is that there’s still a lot of work to do. But what, exactly, would that work look like? How might the iPad’s software finally make good on the potential of its hardware? Federico Viticci at MacStories has attempted to answer exactly those questions. more…05:29 pmApple blocked $7 billion in fraud attempts on the App Store
Over a span of four years, Apple says that it has prevented over $7 billion in fraudulent transactions, blocked 375,000 apps on the App Store over privacy violations, and killed 3.3 million accounts for fraud attempts.Apple's stats on App Store protectionsIn its fourth annual fraud prevention analysis, Apple has detailed the ways that it has prevented fraud attempts, and blocked what it calls "problematic apps" from appearing on the App Store.Alongside the $7 billion in fraudulent transactions the company says it blocked, it also blacklisted 14 million stolen credit cards. In the process, it stopped 3.3 million accounts from future transactions. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:18 pmVMware Fusion Pro 13 goes free for personal use, here’s how to get it
Popular virtualization software VMware Fusion Pro is out with a neat update today – free licenses for anyone who wants to download it for personal use. Here are all the details and how to get it for your Mac. more…05:00 pm$7B in attempted App Store fraud blocked by Apple, says the company
Apple is continuing its PR offensive to promote the official App Store as the safest place to buy iPhone apps, after antitrust cases forced it to open up its platform to competition. It said that it has blocked more than $7B’s worth of attempted App Store fraud. The company says that the “potentially fraudulent transactions” were detected and blocked over a four-year period from 2020 to 2023 … more…04:50 pmHere’s one more reason you should get a nano-texture glass iPad Pro
Macworld The iPad Pro starts shipping to the public on Wednesday. If you’re looking to buy one, you’ll need to figure out a few things. Such as the size you want, how much storage you need, which chip you need, and whether should you get the glossy standard glass, or pay the extra $100 for the matte Nano-texture glass. If you can’t decide, Apple has an incentive for you to go with the Nano-texture glass: it comes with a polishing cloth, as discovered by @NikiasMolina. The new iPad Pro comes with a polishing cloth. Woah. pic.twitter.com/cXem4N4nXD— Nikias Molina (@NikiasMolina) May 13, 2024 The cloth is probably similar (if not the same) as the one available in the Apple Store for $19/£19. Though Apple doesn’t say so, it’s clear that Apple’s microfiber cloth is gentler on the Nano-texture glass than other cheaper cloth. The Nano-text glass is ideal for users who need to cut down on display glare with its matte finish. The drawback to Nano-texture is that a little bit of sharpness is lost and blacks aren’t as deep compared to the glossy Standard glass. Also, the Nano-texture glass is available only on iPad Pros with 1TB or 2TB of storage. But hey, for the extra $100 for the Nano-texture glass, you get a polishing cloth with a $19 value. As Molina said, Woah. If you go with the Standard glass, you can buy the Polishing Cloth separately to avoid a case of FOMO. Early reviews of Apple’s new iPad Pro have hit the internet if you need more help making a purchasing decision, and we’re planning on reviewing the new tablet soon. More information can be found in our iPad Pro superguide. Apple Polishing Cloth Price When Reviewed: $19 Best Prices Today: $19 at Amazon$19 at Apple 11-inch iPad Pro (2024) Price When Reviewed: $999 (Wi-Fi only) Best Prices Today: $999 at Apple 13-inch iPad Pro (2024) Price When Reviewed: $1,299 (Wi-Fi only) Best Prices Today: $1299 at Apple iPad Air 11-inch (2024) Price When Reviewed: $599 (128GB, Wi-Fi only) Best Prices Today: $599 at Apple iPad Air 13-inch (2024) Price When Reviewed: $799 (128GB, Wi-Fi only) Best Prices Today: $799 at Apple iPad