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- 09:51 amApple has poached dozens of Google AI experts for its Zurich lab
Apple's Zurich Vision Lab has moved on from the Apple Car and has been poaching Google staff to work on the future of Apple's AI products.ZurichIn 2017, AppleInsider reported on the existence of what's believed to be called the Zurich Vision Lab, an Apple Research facility in Switzerland. It was then understood to be concentrating on the now-defunct Apple Car project.By 2023 the facility was believed to be looking at all future Apple projects, including AI. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:03 amApple TV+ shows and movies: Everything to watch on Apple TV Plus
Apple TV+ offers exclusive Apple original TV shows and movies in 4K HDR quality. You can watch across all of your screens and pick up where you left off on any device. Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month. Here’s every Apple original television show and movie available now on Apple TV+, as well as the latest trailers … more…08:00 amA 1-year Costco Gold Star Membership comes with a $40 Digital Costco Shop Card* for $60
Macworld Are you looking to stretch your shopping dollar further on household necessities, groceries, and tech gadgets? Becoming a Costco Gold Star Member can help you access savings on a plethora of items — and it’s all under one roof. For only $60, you can get a Costco Gold Star Membership for one year and get a complimentary $40 Digital Costco Shop Card*. With this deal, you’ll have a full year to peruse the aisles for everyday groceries, household supplies, furniture, tech, and more, as well as holiday and seasonal items in one of Costco’s over 500 warehouses nationwide. You can also shop on Costco’s website to find incredible value on goods, including brand names like Kirkland Signature™, Dyson, KitchenAid, LG, and more. Select items may even be available for same-day delivery. In addition to discovering great value on various products, Costco Gold Star Members can earn extra perks. Enjoy member-only gas prices at Costco Gas Stations (at select locations only), or keep your vehicle in tip-top shape by dropping by the Costco Tire Center. If you’d like to share your shopping responsibilities, a Costco Gold Star Membership gets you one complimentary Household Card for an individual living in your home aged 18 and over. Looking to stay on budget and reduce your shopping trips? Grab a 1-year Costco Gold Star Membership and a $40 Digital Costco Shop Card* for just $60 for a limited time. Costco 1-Year Gold Star Membership + a $40 Digital Costco Shop Card* Only $60 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change. *To receive a Digital Costco Shop Card, you must provide a valid email address at the time of sign-up. If you elect not to provide a valid email address, a Digital Costco Shop Card will not be emailed. Valid only for nonmembers for their first year of membership. Limit one per household. Nontransferable and may not be combined with any other promotion. New members will receive their Digital Costco Shop Card by email within 2 weeks of sign-up. Costco Shop Cards are not redeemable for cash, except as required by law. Digital Costco Shop Cards are not accepted at Gas Stations, Car Washes, or Food Court Kiosks. A Costco membership is $60 a year. An Executive Membership is an additional $60 upgrade fee a year. Each membership includes one free Household Card. May be subject to sales tax. Costco accepts all Visa cards, as well as cash, checks, debit/ATM cards, EBT and Costco Shop Cards. Departments and product selection may vary. Accessories04:51 amBest Apple Watch to buy for kids
is something parents are embracing more and more. The New York Times once reported that Apple Watch adoption is happening among children as young as five. Parents are finding the Apple Watch more appropriate for kids wanting smartphones. The Apple Watch gives kids a way to stay in touch with parents, share location, and build responsibility without the full cost and complexity of a smartphone. Wondering if it may be time to consider adding more connectivity without the commitment of a smartphone? Read this first… more…03:19 amiPhone 15: Should you get the Pro for $200 extra?
Apple released the iPhone 15 series last year – bridging the gap between the standard and the Pro series ever further. The standard iPhone 15 is a fantastic phone – solid battery life, great camera, bright and sharp screen, and now USB-C, along with more features. The iPhone 15 Pro does stand out with its […] The post appeared first on iLounge.02:40 amHow to transfer files between two Macs with a cable
Even with AirDrop's convenience for Mac users, transferring large files or navigating software incompatibilities often requires a more robust solution. Here are some options for using a cable.How to transfer files between two Macs using a cableApple equips you with several intuitive methods for transferring files between Macs. These include Ethernet for straightforward wired connections, Target Disk Mode for transforming one Mac into an external hard drive accessible by another, and Thunderbolt networking for high-speed data transfer.Using a cable to transfer files between Macs often proves much faster and more reliable than wireless alternatives like AirDrop, particularly for large or numerous files. This method shines in scenarios where speed is critical, and data volume is substantial, offering a streamlined solution that enhances your workflow. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:40 amHow to transfer files between two Macs with a cable
Even with AirDrop's convenience for Mac users, transferring large files or navigating software incompatibilities often requires a more robust solution. Here are some options for using a cable.How to transfer files between two Macs using a cableApple equips you with several intuitive methods for transferring files between Macs. These include Ethernet for straightforward wired connections, Target Disk Mode for transforming one Mac into an external hard drive accessible by another, and Thunderbolt networking for high-speed data transfer.Using a cable to transfer files between Macs often proves much faster and more reliable than wireless alternatives like AirDrop, particularly for large or numerous files. This method shines in scenarios where speed is critical, and data volume is substantial, offering a streamlined solution that enhances your workflow. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:40 amHow to transfer files between two Macs with a cable
Even with AirDrop's convenience for Mac users, transferring large files or navigating software incompatibilities often requires a more robust solution. Here are some options for using a cable.How to transfer files between two Macs using a cableApple equips you with several intuitive methods for transferring files between Macs. These include Ethernet for straightforward wired connections, Target Disk Mode for transforming one Mac into an external hard drive accessible by another, and Thunderbolt networking for high-speed data transfer.Using a cable to transfer files between Macs often proves much faster and more reliable than wireless alternatives like AirDrop, particularly for large or numerous files. This method shines in scenarios where speed is critical, and data volume is substantial, offering a streamlined solution that enhances your workflow. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:32 amFirst Apple Card holders to get new titanium card as original is about to expire
Apple Card was launched in 2019 in the US, and although using it with Apple Pay is the best solution, the company provides a physical card made of titanium so that holders can make purchases in stores that don’t accept contactless payments. Interestingly, the first Apple Cards issued are about to expire, and Apple is now shipping new ones to cardholders. more…12:45 amThe EU Will Force Apple To Open Up iPadOS
As reported by Bloomberg (paywalled), Apple's iPadOS will need to abide by EU's DMA rules, as it is now designated as a gatekeeper alongside the Safari web browser, iOS operating system and the App Store. "Apple now has six months to ensure full compliance of iPadOS with the DMA obligations," reads the EU's blog post about the change. Engadget reports: What does Apple have to do to ensure iPadOS compliance? According to the DMA, gatekeepers are prohibited from favoring their own services over rivals and from locking users into the ecosystem. The software must also allow third parties to interoperate with internal services, which is why third-party app stores are becoming a thing on iPhones in Europe. The iPad, presumably, will soon follow suit. In other words, the DMA is lobbing some serious stink bombs into Apple's walled garden. In a statement published by Forbes, Apple said it "will continue to constructively engage with the European Commission" to ensure its designated services comply with the DMA, including iPadOS. "iPadOS constitutes an important gateway on which many companies rely to reach their customers," wrote Margrethe Vestager, Executive Vice-President in charge of competition policy at the European Commission. "Today's decision will ensure that fairness and contestability are preserved also on this platform." Read more of this story at Slashdot.Monday April 2911:49 pmApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple launches “Made for Business” in select stores around the world11:26 pmPeacock announces price increase for both new and existing subscribers
Paying for streaming platforms has been getting more expensive, and now there’s some bad news for Comcast’s Peacock subscribers. The company announced this week that subscription prices will increase soon for both new and existing subscribers. Read on as we detail more about this price increase. more…10:34 pmThese are my favorite HomeKit Secure Video cameras in 2024
One of my favorite HomeKit features is HomeKit Secure Video, which lets me view and manage security camera recordings right in the Home app. There are a number of different cameras on the market that support this feature, and here are my favorites as someone who’s tested a lot of HomeKit accessories over the years. more…10:21 pmM4 iPad Pro: Will Apple put a brand new chip in its next iPad? Evidence suggests so
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman broke the internet on Sunday by claiming that the next generation iPad Pro, expected to be announced by Apple next week, will be powered by the brand new M4 chip rather than the current M3. While this may sound unlikely at first, there’s actually some other evidence that the M4 iPad Pro rumor is true. more…09:41 pmApple starts replacing titanium Apple Cards from original 2019 batch
Apple has begun notifying users of the first-generation titanium Apple Card rolled out in 2019 about its upcoming expiration and replacement.Apple to recycle old titanium cards as replacements are issuedThe first physical Apple Cards are nearing expiration in July 2024 for those who signed up for the service in 2019. The cards are known for their unique design and absence of traditional card numbers, which Apple bills as a privacy feature.In an ongoing email campaign to its customers, Apple assures that the replacement cards will be sent to the billing addresses on file and should arrive within two weeks from the notice date. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:30 pmiPad lets Ukraine fly Soviet-era planes into combat
Ukrainian pilots are using iPad in the cockpit to control a variety of Western missiles and precision-guided bombs against Russian targets. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)09:25 pmApple shares rise on AI prospects
Apple shares closed up 2.5% on Monday after a longtime Apple analyst at Bernstein upgraded the stock to an "outperform" rating… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:05 pmEvery Mac deserves a quality PDF reader like this one
Don't miss your chance to get PDF Reader Pro for Mac for just $29.97 (regularly $59). This is a lifetime license (available for PC, too). (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)08:20 pmWill the M4 chip entice you to buy the upcoming iPad Pro? [Poll]
We’re close to seeing Apple officially unveil its next-gen iPad Pro and we’ve learned that it may skip the M3 chip for a more powerful and capable M4 SoC. All else being constant, would the next-gen chip from Apple make you go for the new iPad Pro? Tell us what you think in our poll below. more…08:11 pmiPad at war: How the iPad is crucial to the Ukraine war effort
The iPad is being used for an unusual purpose in the Ukraine-Russia conflict — they're helping the Ukraine Air Force use modern weapons on older fighter jets.An iPad in a jet [X/OSINTtechnical]One of the problems of using older vehicles in war is that it may have the hardpoints, but not have the technical capability to pass targeting information to newer weapons. In the Ukraine conflict, it appears that one workaround involves using an iPad.The U.S. Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment Dr. William LaPlante confirmed that tablets like the iPad are being added to older jets to modernize weapon systems. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums