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Android gets new way to keep your apps logged in after device setup
Thanks to a new feature that Google is introducing for developers, Android can keep you logged in to apps on a new device. more…
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Hands-on with Snapchat’s newest AR glasses proves surprisingly delightful
Snapchat unveiled a new version of Spectacles back in September, providing a peak at the future – with augmented reality glasses. I got the opportunity to try them out earlier this week, and honestly, they’re pretty impressive. Far from perfect, but definitely amazing. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Best Android app price drops and freebies: Dandara, Whispers of a Machine, and more
This afternoon’s lineup of the best price drops and freebies we spotted on the Google Play store are now ready to go. Before you start loading up your Android devices with the offers below though, be sure to scope out the rare deals we are tracking today on Arc’s metal Samsung Galaxy bumper cases for Black Friday, the very first price drop on Samsung’s new Snapdragon X Plus Galaxy Book 4 Edge Copilot+ PC, a massive...
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Did you know? Windows 95 used three different operating systems during setup
Experienced PC users may be well aware of the peculiar relationship between MS-DOS code and the GUI environment within the Win9x ecosystem. However, according to Chen, the multi-OS support built into the Windows 95 setup program was far more sophisticated than it might initially seem.Read Entire Article
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Next year’s iPhone 17 decision will be harder than ever for users like me
Most years, it’s not very hard to decide which iPhone model to buy. I always go with a Pro model—usually the smaller of the two. But with next year’s iPhone 17 line and the expected ultra-thin 17 Air model, my purchase decision will be harder than ever. Here are the key factors I’m considering. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:MSI introduces "latency killer" to improve DDR5 RAM performance
Chinese website Uniko's Hardware recently spotted a new feature in MSI firmware for AM5 motherboards called "Latency Killer," which is designed to improve RAM latency. According to its description, Latency Killer can boost latency performance but may have a negative impact on CPU performance. However, most users are unlikely to...Read Entire Article
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is a horror FPS masterpiece, waiting for fixes
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl delivers intense horror FPS action with phenomenal gunfights in a vast open-world. Unfortunately, it's currently plagued by bugs and glitches. Hardcore fans of the series might still enjoy it, but others should wait until the game is more polished.Read Entire Article
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Uber app for iOS gets a new Home Screen widget for quickly requesting a ride
Uber on Wednesday announced some updates coming to its app this holiday season. In addition to a new category called UberXXL, the company also revealed a new Home Screen widget for and iPad users. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Pixel 9’s post-setup data copying coming to more Android phones in 2025
With the Pixel 9, Google introduced the ability to copy data from another device after the initial setup process, with other phones now set to get this feature in 2025 as part of Android Switch improvements. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta 4 released ahead of next month’s launch
Apple has released macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta 4 for developers. The new update arrives as we get closer to the public launch that’s right around the corner. Here’s what to expect from beta 4. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Xbox Game Pass will now let you stream your own games, as long as it’s supported
Xbox Cloud Gaming has made a move that will allow users to stream their own purchased games. The service has a total of 50 titles ready to stream, with promises of more to come in the future. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:iOS 18.2 beta 4 now available
iOS 18.2 beta 4 is now available to developers as we inch closer to next month’s public release. The update includes major new Apple Intelligence features, a redesigned Mail app, upgrades to Find My, and much more. Notably, iOS 18.2 beta 4 is not yet available over the air. It’s available as a download via Apple’s developer website. The over-the-air update should be released momentarily. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:OnePlus allegedly prepares ‘Flip’ style foldable or mini-flagship for 2025
The OnePlus Open is, even a year after its launch, one of the best book-style foldables on the market today, but the brand has yet to attempt the flip-style form factor. According to a new rumor, though, OnePlus may be looking to put out a “Flip” foldable device as soon as next year. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Square Enix is bringing Final Fantasy XIV to mobile
The new game is set in the realm of Eorzea, borrows music from the original, and will offer a variety of playable races. Square Enix said nine jobs will be available to choose from at launch, and players can switch jobs freely using the armoury system. The game also features...Read Entire Article
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Messenger adds Siri integration, AI video backgrounds, and yes, voicemail
There’s a pretty cool update for Messenger out today. Meta has introduced phone and video calling voicemail, similar to FaceTime. The Facebook calling service is also adding AI video backgrounds and integrating Siri. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Control your phone from your Windows PC with Phone Link
While nowhere near as powerful as macOS' new iPhone screen mirroring feature, Microsoft Phone Link enables you view photos, answer calls, and reply messages straight from your Windows desktop. It works with both Android and iPhone devices.Read Entire Article
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Cross-platform 3D modeler FreeCAD hits 1.0 milestone
FreeCAD 1.0 brings a host of enhancements, including UI/UX improvements, a revamped materials system, mitigation for topological naming issues, and an integrated assembly workbench, among other updates.Read Entire Article
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Apple Watch 2024 holiday shopping guide: Series 10, Ultra 2, SE, and more
Holiday shopping for an Apple Watch and don’t know where to start? Look no further than our Apple Watch 2024 holiday shopping guide as we take you through every option, key differences, and buying tips. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Deals: 16GB M3 MacBook Air $849 all-time low, M4 Mac mini from $500 low, M4 MacBook Pro, MagSafe Charger, more
Well, we certainly thought we were going to have to wait until Thanksgiving Day for today’s headliner deal – the 16GB and 24GB M3 MacBook Air models are at new all-time lows. Now up to $450 off the price they carried just over a month ago, you can now score the newly upgraded MacBook Air starting from $849 shipped in all colors. We also spotted the lowest price to date on the new M4 Mac mini at $500 – but only for...
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Overcast adds new listening stats and 48-hour undo features
The popular podcast player Overcast has gotten a big update today with a new listening stats feature. The app can now show you which podcasts you’ve listened to most over the last two years. Today’s Overcast update also adds an incredibly useful new 48-hour history and undo feature to help you recover from accidentally skipping a podcast. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:AirTag 2 has a lot more to prove than most Apple products
Apple is reportedly planning to ship AirTag 2 next year, about four years after its predecessor. And when it arrives, it will have a lot more to prove than most other Apple products. Here’s why. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Apple’s best selling iPhone models aren’t what you’d expect, but there’s a good reason
Early in the iPhone’s life, Apple made only one model for everyone. Today, the company releases four flagships every year and also offers the iPhone SE and older models. It’s a lot to keep up with, but a new report gives us a good picture of which models are selling best. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Shazam tops 100 billion song recognition milestone
Shazam, the song recognition service that Apple acquired in 2018, today announced a major milestone: its users have now identified more than 100 billion songs. The most identified song is Dance Monkey, by Tones and I, which has been recognized by Shazam more than 45 million times. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:UK carrier O2 creates AI grandmother Daisy to waste scammers’ time [Video]
UK mobile carrier O2 has created Daisy, an AI grandmother designed to waste the time of phone scammers by keeping them on the line as long as possible. Anyone can report a scam call or message by texting their number to 7722, where it will be checked and then added to the list of targets … more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Apple defends removing Musi from the App Store, as fans boycott new iPhones
The legal battle over the free music streaming app Musi continues, with Apple defending its decision to remove it from the App Store ahead of a court case set to determine its fate … more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Control Ultimate Edition Mac version will be available on February 12, 2025
A Mac version of the popular console game Control Ultimate Edition will launch on February 12 next year, says developer Remedy. We don’t yet know the specs required to run it, but we can be certain that it will be limited to M-Series Macs … more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Apple will today ask a judge to dismiss the DOJ antitrust case
Lawyers acting for Apple are today expected to ask a federal judge to dismiss the DOJ antitrust case against the company in its entirety. The Department of Justice has for years been investigating whether Apple broke antitrust law by abusing its dominant position in the US smartphone market, before deciding that it did, and filing charges in March of this year … more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Graykey iPhone hacking tool can ‘partially’ access iPhone 16 – but betas protect
Leaked documents reveal that the Graykey iPhone hacking tool is able to “partially” access iPhone 16 models – but not if they are running any of the iOS 18 betas. Graykey is a competitor to Cellebrite, and is intended for use by law enforcement agencies. We’ve seen similar leaked documents from Cellebrite before, but this is the first time we’ve discovered which devices Graykey can access … more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Developers behind F1 app ‘Lapz’ for Vision Pro forced to remove it from TestFlight
Compared to the iPhone and iPad, Apple Vision Pro has a limited number of apps available in the App Store. Even so, developers have been exploring the device’s capabilities with different projects, one of which is the Formula 1 app “Lapz.” Unfortunately, the app may not even make it to the App Store. more…
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:60 Mac Tips for new setups (macOS Sequoia edition) [Video]
If you just picked up or plan on performing a fresh install of macOS, you’ll need to change and configure many settings to meet your needs. In this updated Mac getting started guide, I walk through 60 different tips and tricks to help optimize your setup. Even if you’re an experienced macOS user, chances are you’ll find a handful of new tips. Watch our video walkthrough, and subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube for more....
Published on: November 20, 2024 | Source:Microsoft announces new Mac mini-sized desktop PC, but it only works online
Microsoft on Tuesday announced a new product called “Windows 365 Link,” which is essentially a desktop PC similar in size to launched a few weeks ago. However, while the Mac mini is a full computer, Microsoft’s alternative runs exclusively in the cloud. more…
Published on: November 19, 2024 | Source:pCloud offers lifetime cloud storage, client-side encryption, more in big Black Friday special
pCloud is a Switzerland-based cloud storage company with a security specialty. It offers lifetime options for its storage plans, and in an early Black Friday special it’s bundling cloud storage with client-side encryption and a truly encrypted password manager at a heavy discount. more…
Published on: November 19, 2024 | Source:iCloud will no longer sync Safari bookmarks on some older versions of iOS
As we reported on Monday, Apple has published a new support document confirming that iCloud backup will stop working on iPhones and iPads running iOS 8 or older versions of the operating system. Now we’ve also learned that there will be restrictions on syncing Safari bookmarks as well. more…
Published on: November 19, 2024 | Source:This accessory solves the biggest problem with Philips Hue smart bulbs [Save 20%]
Philips Hue bulbs are one of the easiest ways to give your existing light fixtures smart home capabilities, including through Apple’s HomeKit platform. The problem with Philips Hue bulbs, however, is that whenever a wall light switch is flipped off, the smart lights become unresponsive. The is a simple yet ingenious way to solve this problem, and it should be at the top of every smart home fan’s holiday wish list....
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