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- 08:04 amGame Mode in iOS 18 will boost iPhone’s gaming performance
iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 introduce a new Game Mode that will further boost your iPhone or iPad's performance for better gaming experience. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)08:00 amThis portable travel VPN is the road warrior’s best friend
Macworld Everyone understands the potential danger of their personal information falling into the wrong hands. And while that means creating home safeguards for all of your online activity should be a top priority, don’t sleep on the possible trouble when you’re not at home either. The Deeper Connect Air Portable VPN Travel Router can be the answer to that problem, a decentralized Virtual Private Network (VPN) that provides all the security and protection of a traditional VPN without needing a VPN service subscription. For anyone on the road, remote workers, or even the highly security conscious, this router checks a lot of boxes. While a traditional VPN hides user information through a VPN service and their secured private connection, Deeper Connect builds a decentralized online gateway on its own. The unit utilizes blockchaining technology to create a stable web connection that’s both secure and anonymous. From a hotel room, airplane or a remote location anywhere around the globe, users can browse the web at up to 300 Mbps, watch their favorite streaming content and more on up to five devices, all with no monthly fees. Meanwhile, the router is stacked with premium security protocols, including military-grade encryption, full ad blocking and one-click parental control suites, and access to over 150,000 servers worldwide, ensuring the best, safest possible web connection. That’s all packed into a unit less than 8 inches long and weighing less than an ounce, all with plug-and-play compatibility and no configuration hassles ever. Protect yourself online no matter where you are with the Deeper Connect Air Portable VPN Travel Router, This $219 value is now on sale with a $60 discount, cutting your price to a one-time only charge of just $159 using coupon code: CONNECT at checkout. Deeper Connect Air Portable VPN Travel Router – $159 Get connected for $159 StackSocial prices subject to change. VPN06:21 amiPhone finally gains T9 dialing with iOS 18
Apple is adding long overdue T9 dialing support to the Phone app in iOS 18, which should make going through your phonebook easier. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:18 amApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:WWDC24 Highlights03:11 amWatch Apple’s WWDC24 keynote in just 90 seconds
If you don’t have time to watch the full hour and 45-minute WWDC24 keynote, here it is in just 90 seconds. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:55 amiOS 18 includes these new privacy features: Lock and hide apps, improved contact permissions, more | 9 to 5 MaciOS 18 includes these new privacy features: Lock and hide apps, improved contact permissions, more
Today at WWDC 2024, Apple introduced a slew of new iPhone features that will be available on all compatible devices later this Fall. While Apple Intelligence and enhanced customization were among the most heavily showcased, the next iteration of iOS will also introduce some nice new privacy features, including improved Contacts permissions, the ability to lock and hide apps, Private Cloud Compute, a standalone Passwords app, and more. more…01:48 amIf you only watch one WWDC 2024 recap video…
…this one might not be the most comprehensive, but it’s a fine way to celebrate Apple Fellow Phil Schiller. more…01:05 am9to5Mac Daily: June 10, 2024 – Everything Apple announced at WWDC24
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. Sponsored by iMazing: Discover iMazing 3, the ultimate solution for managing your iPhone and Apple devices with powerful backup options, effortless media transfers, comprehensive message extraction, and Apple Vision Pro support, all in a sleek, redesigned interface. more…12:49 amvisionOS 2 tidbits: keyboard occlusion, Home View upgrades, more
Apple unveiled visionOS 2 at WWDC today, the first major update for Apple Vision Pro since last year. In addition to the features Apple highlighted on stage, there are a few other visionOS 2 tidbits worth pointing out, including keyboard occlusion. more…12:26 amWWDC 2024 Recap: Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring and more on the AppleInsider podcast | AppleInsiderWWDC 2024 Recap: Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring and more on the AppleInsider podcast
Special edition: all the biggest news from Apple's major WWDC announcements, plus the first of what will surely be a lot of questions about just how the new Apple Intelligence will work for us.Apple's WWDC presenters about to jump from an aircradtThis year's WWDC was a firehose of information with new features, new apps, updates, improvements and, of course, Apple Intelligence or "AI for the rest of us." While we all resist installing the betas, here are the highlights — and the first questions Apple's presentation has still left us wanting answers for. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:25 am14 Compelling Features Coming to Apple’s Operating Systems in 2024
Apple doesn’t skimp when it comes to adding features to its operating systems each year. Here are the 14 features that most caught our attention.12:21 amSmall but welcomed Apple TV and Home updates coming this fall
Macworld Apple didn’t have a lot of new Apple TV or smart home announcements to make at WWDC, but the few new features announced provide some real quality-of-life improvements. Here are some of the key features coming to Apple TV and Apple’s smart home ecosystem this fall. InSight One of our favorite features of Amazon Prime Video is X-Ray—just pause what you’re watching to see the actors on screen, the music playing at that moment, and other relevant info. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, they say, because InSight looks just like X-Ray. Swipe down on the TV remote when you’re watching an Apple Original series to see the same sort of info: actors and their characters and the current song playing. You can even add it to your Apple Music playlist with a tap. If you don’t want to disturb the other people watching, InSight info can show up in the iPhone remote app. Better Enhance Dialog support and subtitles The Enhance Dialog feature introduced in tvOS 17 now uses a machine learning algorithm to provide even better vocal clarity, and it works with more audio output types including TV speakers, receivers, and AirPods or other Bluetooth devices. Subtitles will now appear intelligently when you mute the volume or skip back. 21:9 projector support and screen savers Apple TV is optimized for televisions, which tend to be all 16:9, but this year Apple is adding support for projectors that have an aspect ratio of 21:9. Having difficulty hearing what’s being said? The Enhance Diaplog option can be turned on whenever you want. Having difficulty hearing what’s being said? The Enhance Diaplog option can be turned on whenever you want.Apple Having difficulty hearing what’s being said? The Enhance Diaplog option can be turned on whenever you want.Apple Apple There are new Aerial screensavers, but Apple is also making it easier to choose between the Aerials, photos, a new Portraits category, or the new TV & Movies category that features scenes from Apple TV+ content. There’s also a new animated Snoopy & Woodstock screen saver. New smart home features The Home app is getting a few improvements, too. It’s adding support for home vacuums, and you can share access to locks, garage doors, and security systems with guests, finally. A new “Express Mode” unlocking feature will unlock your door when you come within 6 feet of it if you have a compatible door lock with Ultra WideBand and compatible iPhone (11 or later) or Apple Watch (series 6 or later). A new energy reporting page in the Energy section will show your energy usage after you link your account to your electricity provider. At first, Apple is only providing this feature in partnership with PG&E in California, but it should grow to support other providers. Apple TV, Smart Home12:14 amThe Ineffable Importance of Corporate Communications
In the last few weeks, we’ve seen three examples of companies failing to communicate with their customers effectively and suffering the slings and arrows of online ire.12:12 amPSA: Many iOS 18 and macOS 15 features are not available in the first beta
Apple today announced major updates to its operating systems during the opening keynote of WWDC 2024. Both iOS 18 and macOS 15 come with many new features, including iMessage improvements, more continuity features, and Apple Intelligence. However, not all of these features are currently available to beta users. Read on as we detail which features announced at WWDC 2024 are yet to become available to beta users. more…Monday June 1011:57 pmElon Musk threatens to ban iPhones from his companies over Apple’s OpenAI deal
Apple Intelligence will include optional ChatGPT-powered features. Musk threatens to ban iPhones and other Apple devices from his companies. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)11:38 pmApple’s Calculator app finally comes to iPad
Get ready for the first official Apple Calculator app on iPad. Way beyond the basics, there's a math notes calculator. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)11:10 pmSafari 18 includes a new Highlights feature for summarizing articles and more
On Monday, Apple announced a new Safari feature called Highlights for iOS 18, which uses machine learning to generate summaries and isolate other helpful information about a webpage.Safari 18 introduces a new Highlights feature which can summarize articles and provide key info about a pageAccording to Apple, Safari's new Highlights feature can provide users with useful page information as they browse. This includes things like article summaries, directions, and quick links.Safari Highlights was originally titled "Intelligent Search" during its development period. The feature was discovered by AppleInsider in our exclusive report on Safari 18, months ahead of release. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:56 pmiPadOS 18 brings bevy of AI and Home Screen improvements
iPadOS 18 offers a Calculator(!) app, UI improvements and enhanced AI capabilities for a more powerful and intelligent iPad experience. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)10:46 pmThese three features will make your AirPods better this fall
Macworld One of the coolest things about AirPods, and a key reason to get them over what may seem like “better” in-ear buds, is the way Apple keeps updating their software to provide more features, especially when combined with the latest iOS or macOS releases. This year is no exception–when Apple releases iOS 18 and macOS 15 this fall, it will be accompanied by firmware updates for AirPods that give them some cool new tricks. Here’s how your AirPods will improve this year. Nod ‘yes’ or shake ‘no’ to answer or decline calls When it’s crowded or noisy, you may not be able to answer a Siri request using your voice. And your hands may be full. With AirPods Pro (2nd gen), you can simply gently nod your head “yes” or shake it “no” to answer a Siri request. Voice Isolation Already a feature on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, Voice Isolation is coming to AirPods Pro. This feature removes a lot of background noise from what your AirPods Pro mics pick up, so the person you’re talking to can clearly hear you even when surrounded by lots of noise. Better gaming features Games will be able to use Personalized Spatial Audio with AirPods (3rd gen), AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max. The new Game Mode for iOS and iPadOS will reduce latency to 2nd-gen AirPods Pro in addition to game controllers. Headphones, Mobile Phone Accessories10:40 pmCraig Federighi & John Giannandrea talk Apple Intelligence at WWDC
After the WWDC keynote, Apple's Craig Federighi and John Giannandrea sat down to talk more in-depth about its AI efforts with Apple Intelligence — including about how the company trained the models.iJustine, John Giannandrea, and Craig Federighi (from left to right)During its kickoff event of WWDC 2024, nearly 40 minutes were devoted to Apple Intelligence, the iPhone-maker's big push into AI, or what it is calling personal intelligence.It was no surprise that its execs spent more time talking on the record about why their approach is different and how it plans to balance useful features with privacy. AppleInsider was in attendance at the discussion, which was hosted by iJustine. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums