iPadOS 17 beta 3 now available to developers with Lock Screen revamp
Apple is seeding iPadOS 17 beta 3 to developers as the testing cycle of the new operating system for iPad follows. After tightening the integration between iPad …
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iOS 17 beta 3 now available to developers as public beta release nears
As we enter July, Apple has now seeded iOS 17 beta 3 to developers. While iPhone users wait for the upcoming public beta version, the …
I’m packing my bags for Threads but keeping my lease with Twitter
Well, tomorrow is the big move. Or, is it? Instagram is set to officially launch Threads, its new social media app and obvious Twitter competitor …
Doctor Strange might show up again soon, Benedict Cumberbatch teases
We last saw Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) in 2022, meeting Clea (Charlize Theron) during the credits scenes of Multiverse of Madness. That was Marvel’s way …
Google uses your public internet data to train its ChatGPT rivals, and you should let it
Google might be the first company that comes to mind when thinking about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in internet software, but OpenAI’s ChatGPT …
iPhone SE 4 again rumored to launch in 2025 with new OLED screen
The long-rumored iPhone SE 4 could likely be announced in 2025. While the Korean version of The Elec once again says Apple has pushed back …
iPhone sideloading and iMessage changes are imminent now that Apple is a tech gatekeeper
I’m a longtime iPhone user who doesn’t care about sideloading and third-party App Store alternatives or third-party payment systems. Similarly, I’ve had no problem adjusting …
5 best Twitter alternatives if you’re looking for a new platform
Elon Musk has made too many controversial decisions to count since acquiring Twitter last fall, which might explain why so many users are looking for …
iPhone 15 rumor hints at huge boost in battery sizes
After a less-than-stellar upgrade in battery life for the iPhone 14 series, Apple is said to be preparing a huge battery boost for the iPhone …
Apple asks Supreme Court to overturn ruling in ‘Fortnite’ case
Three years after Epic Games sued Apple due to its App Store’s in-app payment policies, the Cupertino firm will ask the U.S. Supreme Court to …
The internet isn’t free, it never was, and it probably never will be
It’s 2023, which means we’ve been using the internet for 40 years. That’s enough time for anyone to understand that the internet isn’t free. It …
Beats Fit Pro fragment design edition to launch on July 7
Beats have partnered with Hiroshi Fujiwara’s fragment design to launch a monochromatic Beats Fit Pro. This special edition launches on July 7, marking the third …
Nothing Phone (2) doubles down on LED lights, and I still don’t like the glyphs
Nothing will launch the Phone (2) in a few days, the company’s first true flagship and the kind of device fans of the British startup …
Threads app launch: This is when the real Elon Musk vs Mark Zuckerberg cage match begins
All eyes will be on Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Thursday, when the increasingly jacked Zuck is expected to deliver a long-awaited punch aimed directly …
How to stop iPhone’s Low Power Mode from turning off
Apple introduced the iPhone’s Low Power Mode in 2015 via the iOS 9 update. The feature lets you conserve battery life by reducing the amount …
Twitter is so broken that we’re actually waiting for Facebook to launch its own copycat service
Weird times that we wait for Facebook’s parent company Meta to save us from the Twitter chaos. During the weekend, Elon Musk announced that it …
Apple says M2 MacBook Air now supports Bluetooth 5.3, but does it matter?
Introduced last year, the 13-inch MacBook Air with the M2 chip was announced with Bluetooth 5.0 support. With the release of a 15-inch model during …
Auto Gmail is an AI assistant that responds to all the emails in your inbox
One of the big problems with email is answering the messages you receive in a timely manner. Not all emails require answers, and some can …
Next-gen Apple monitor may become a smart display when it’s not in use
Future Apple monitor models could be everything users ever wanted. According to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman, in his Power On newsletter, the Cupertino firm is working …
The AirPods Pro 3 feature I’m most excited about is… hearing health?
Apple upgraded the AirPods Pro last year, but Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says another minor hardware update is coming soon. The iPhone 15’s switch to USB-C …
Apple Vision Pro will reportedly be impossible to get in 2024; cheaper model delayed
Last month, BGR reported that Apple Vision Pro won’t likely expand outside the US in 2024. Now, a Financial Times story (via Bloomberg) shows that …
Humane teases Ai Pin and I’m cautiously excited
Humane is an artificial intelligence (AI) startup worth almost half a billion, with two former Apple execs at the helm. The company teased its first …
Every parent should take advantage of new Facebook Messenger and Instagram features to protect their teens
Whether you’re a new parent or already dealing with your teen’s mood swings, I think you should familiarize yourself with Meta’s new Facebook Messenger and …
Google’s own Bard AI says iOS is better than Android
I’ve been covering the mobile industry for over a decade, and one thing that hasn’t changed is the iPhone vs. Android rivalry. Diehard fans of …
How to lock your iPhone from your Apple Watch
Apple’s built-in security features and the massive Find My network should deter thieves from stealing iPhones. Yet thefts still happen. Some involve thieves glancing over …
I think YouTube blocking videos for ad blocker users is the right thing to do – here’s why
I recently sided with Netflix, saying the company’s password-sharing ban is warranted. I won’t get into any of that again. But that’s something you need …
Apple Car doesn’t seem anywhere close to launching despite renewed chatter
With the announcement of Apple’s Vision Pro, the company’s first spatial computer, there’s renewed chatter about the firm’s other long-awaited project: the Apple Car. As …
Clippy is back as a ChatGPT-powered AI assistant for Windows 11
Microsoft Copilot will eventually bring ChatGPT-powered Bing Chat features to Windows 11 PCs, but you don’t have to wait that long to try a ChatGPT …
Matthew Macfadyen’s big role in Deadpool 3 might have leaked
Deadpool 3 is one of the most highly anticipated movies of the Multiverse Saga, transporting Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) to the MCU. Since Disney confirmed years …
WhatsApp launches Chat Transfer feature between same operating systems
WhatsApp just made it easier to transfer your full chat history between the same operating systems if you have an Android phone and are upgrading …
