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- 12:18 amApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Gravity Water prepares the next generation of water stewards in Vietnam12:10 amFuture emoji could include Eye Bags & Shovel
The Unicode Consortium has submitted the proposal for Unicode 16, which includes seven new emoji characters like harp, shovel, fingerprint, and face with bags under eyes.New emoji coming in Unicode 16The timeline from the conception to implementation of an emoji is a long one, and the Unicode Consortium has revealed what might be coming next. After the beta period finalizes what is going into the final release, companies like Apple will have to create their own versions of each new emoji.According to a release post detailing Unicode 16, first discovered by MacRumors, the Unicode update will contain new emoji. While the proposed emoji aren't finalized, they are likely to make it to the release after the beta review period ends on July 2. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our ForumsTuesday May 2111:44 pmGRID offers steep discounts on its popular disassembled iPhone decor
As we approach Father’s Day next month, our friends at GRID Studio are running a sale this week with some notable discounts on their iconic deconstructed wall art. Head below for the full details on everything you need to know. more…10:58 pmRumor: iOS 18 to include new ‘smart song transitions’ feature for Apple Music
We’re less than three weeks away from WWDC, where Apple will announce iOS 18 and its array of new AI and new home screen customization features. A new rumor today suggests that Apple is also working on updates to Apple Music crossfade for iOS 18… more…10:33 pmM4 iPad Pro vs Microsoft Surface Pro: How do they stack up?
On the heels of Apple’s launching, Microsoft has debuted the 11th edition of the Surface Pro. Curious about what’s similar and different between these two portable devices? Join along for a look at the M4 iPad Pro vs Surface Pro. more…10:03 pmStop ignoring the power of AI and learn to use ChatGPT
The Introduction to ChatGPT course teaches you how AI can streamline your personal and professional projects. Now on sale for just $19.99. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)10:02 pmApple Says US Antitrust Lawsuit Should Be Dismissed
Apple said on Tuesday it plans to ask a U.S. judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the Justice Department and 15 states in March that alleged the iPhone maker monopolized the smartphone market, hurt smaller rivals and drove up prices. From a report: In a letter to U.S. District Judge Julien X. Neals in New Jersey, Apple said "far from being a monopolist, Apple faces fierce competition from well-established rivals, and the complaint fails to allege that Apple has the ability to charge supra-competitive prices or restrict output in the alleged smartphone markets." In the letter to the judge, Apple said the DOJ relies on a new "theory of antitrust liability that no court has recognized." The government is expected to respond within seven days to the Apple letter, which the court requires parties to submit, hoping to expedite cases before advancing to a potentially more robust and expensive effort to dismiss a lawsuit. The Justice Department alleges that Apple uses its market power to get more money from consumers, developers, content creators, artists, publishers, small businesses and merchants. The civil lawsuit accuses Apple of an illegal monopoly on smartphones maintained by imposing contractual restrictions on, and withholding critical access from, developers. Read more of this story at Slashdot.09:56 pmApple releases tvOS 17.5.1
One week after the release of tvOS 17.5, Apple on Tuesday released tvOS 17.5, a minor update to the tvOS 17 operating system for Apple TV… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:22 pmApple to seek dismissal of U.S. DOJ antitrust case
Apple said on Tuesday it plans to ask a U.S. District Judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice and 15… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:56 pmApple re-launches online Education Store with expansive design refresh
Apple on Tuesday announced a new version of its online Education Store, which comes with a new design similar to the main Apple Online Store introduced in 2021. The new webpage highlights all the Apple products that students can get at a discount. more…08:45 pmNew Music & audio enhancements plus a mysterious 'Passthrough' feature are coming at WWDC | AppleInsiderNew Music & audio enhancements plus a mysterious 'Passthrough' feature are coming at WWDC
Apple is internally testing improved versions of its built-in Music and QuickTime apps, which in iOS 18 and macOS 15 will gain support for smooth audio transitions and a new "Passthrough" feature.Apple's Music app will receive two new audio featuresPeople familiar with Apple's pre-release operating systems have revealed to AppleInsider new details on improvements currently in the works. Though on-device AI remains the primary focus of Apple's upcoming software releases, the company is also working on audio-related features for its system applications.Apple's current iteration of the Music app already has a crossfade option. Pre-release versions of the application in internal testing contain an improved version of the feature, known for now as "smart song transitions." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:33 pmThreads now lets users mute post notifications, makes quote controls available to everyone | 9 to 5 MacThreads now lets users mute post notifications, makes quote controls available to everyone
Threads on Tuesday announced some important updates coming for its users. More specifically, the platform is rolling out two new features: an option to mute post notifications and also quote controls to limit re-shares. Read on as we go into more detail about these updates. more…07:27 pmApple TV+ announces season two of hit drama ‘Drops of God’
Tuesday, Apple TV+ announced it has acquired season two of hit multilingual French-Japanese drama “Drops of God” from… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:51 pm9to5Mac Daily: May 21, 2024 – Apple fixes ‘rare’ photo bug, Sonos headphones, 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. Subscribe to support Chance directly with 9to5Mac Daily Plus and unlock: Ad-free versions of every episode Bonus content more…06:50 pmHow to make stickers from personal photos for fun group chats
Custom photo stickers are fun to send in group chats. Find out how to make stickers from photos and tweak them with effects on your iPhone. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:37 pmiPhone 16 battery could last hugely longer, with new design & materials
Battery life is perhaps the most vital part of the iPhone experience. This is what the rumor mill expects will change power-wise with the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro series.A battery being taken out of an iPhone [Apple]Users often put the importance of the battery behind other factors in owning an iPhone. Processor performance, the camera system, and the display are all seemingly better ways to impress consumers looking to buy their next model.But the battery is arguably one of the most essential elements of a smartphone. Without power, it simply doesn't work. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:37 pmSpaceX just demoed its first Starlink phone-to-phone video call without special hardware | 9 to 5 MacSpaceX just demoed its first Starlink phone-to-phone video call without special hardware
SpaceX has been cooking up Starlink-backed satellite cell service for a while now, and the company just demoed a major milestone. more…06:32 pmWhy Apple should steal Microsoft’s Flex keyboard design for iPad
Come along as we explore the idea of a wired and wireless iPad Magic Keyboard. Find out why it would enhance the functionality of the iPad. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:55 pmThis $31 Logitech K585 deal lets you type with ease on your iPad and MacBook
Macworld We just found an amazing discount for the excellent Logitech K585 multi-device keyboard, which may very well be the perfect solution to your multitasking needs. Now available for $31, down from the regular $50, the keyboard is very close to its best price ever. Picture this – you’re working on your MacBook, and you suddenly need a second screen, so you pull out your iPad. You connect the two devices, place the iPad in the K585’s slot, and start typing on the keyboard. As the keyboard is connected to both your iPad and the MacBook, you can just press a button and swap from one device to the other with ease. This cool feature is called Easy Switch, allowing you to go from your computer to your smartphone to your tablet in a blink. There are so many benefits of getting the Logitech K585, the first of which is the quiet typing experience. Its slim profile and sleek design are nothing to turn your nose at either. The keyboard features a numeric keypad and 12 FN keys, which enables users to quickly access various shortcuts. You can use the Logi Options+ Software to customize those keys and more. The Logitech K585 doesn’t just work with Apple products, of course, but you can also use it with Windows, Android, Chrome, and Linux just fine, making for a versatile addition to your tech setup. So go ahead and don’t miss out on this $31 deal for the Logitech K585. Get the Logitech K585 multi-device keyboard for $31 Keyboards05:47 pmApple fires back at DOJ antitrust case, calls for immediate dismissal
Apple has begun the process of filing a motion to have the Department of Justices lawsuit over App Store and other antitrust actions to be dismissed.Apple ParkApple's motion to dismiss the Department of Justice's (DOJ) allegations of antitrust behaviour, is required to start with a maximum three-page pre-motion letter outlining the arguments for dismissal. Apple has today filed that letter with US District Judge Julien Neals, claiming that this "case lies well beyond the outer limits of antitrust law."According to Apple, the DOJ has brought an antitrust case as a Section 2 Sherman Act claim, and that this can only "move past the pleadings" if it is shown that three specific allegations are valid. The DOJ, says Apple, has to show that the company has: Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums