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Magic Mouse Rumors
- Apple is reportedly prototyping new versions of the Magic Mouse.
- Changes may include relocating the charging port and improving ergonomics.
- A new design is not expected for at least a year, possibly 18 months.
- Apple's Magic Mouse has not undergone significant changes since 2009.
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The Developers Who Came in From the Cold
- In 2020, the macOS 11 beta version broke ACE, an audio capture technology, causing damage.
- Initially, Apple rejected appeals for assistance but later engaged in discussions.
- A plan was developed, allowing temporary use of ACE and working with Apple on a sanctioned audio capture method.
- The transition to ARK, a new audio capture system, has been completed, providing hassle-free functionality.
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How to win Apple’s 2025 New Year activity challenge
- Apple will challenge Apple Watch owners to close all three activity rings for seven days in a row in January 2025.
- Completing the challenge will earn users a New Year's award in the Fitness app and animated stickers for iMessage and FaceTime.
- Apple will notify Apple Watch owners about the challenge before the end of 2024.
- Users can share their activity rings on social media and engage in friendly competitions with friends or family.
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Apple Drops Plans for iPhone Hardware Subscription Service
- Apple has dropped plans for a hardware subscription service that would allow customers to get a new iPhone each year.
- The subscription-based service would have allowed customers to pay a monthly fee to access a device for the subscription period.
- Apple halted development of the service due to regulatory concerns, software bugs, and other issues.
- The team working on the project was disbanded and reassigned to other projects.
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PlayStation’s Mark Cerny did a deep-dive on the PS5 Pro and Sony’s new partnership with AMD
- PlayStation Lead Architect Mark Cerny explains the technical details of the PlayStation 5 Pro and its graphical improvements.
- The PS5 Pro uses AMD's RDNA 2.X GPU architecture, combining features from RDNA 2 and future RDNA technology.
- Sony and AMD have announced a deeper collaboration focused on machine learning-based technology for graphics and gameplay.
- The collaboration aims to create an ideal architecture for machine learning and democratize its implementation in gaming and graphics.
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LG’s transparent OLED T television can be yours for the low low price of $60,000
- LG has released its transparent OLED T television.
- The 77-inch OLED T has 4K resolution, wireless transmission technology, and can switch between transparent and opaque modes.
- It comes with a contrast screen that raises or lowers to change modes, and has a T-Bar at the bottom for checking sports scores, weather, and more.
- The LG OLED T is priced at $60,000 and is available on LG's website and select retail partners.
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OpenAI brings ChatGPT to WhatsApp
- OpenAI has made ChatGPT available on WhatsApp through the number 1 (800) CHAT-GPT.
- WhatsApp users can now use the text-only ChatGPT chatbot without the need for an account.
- OpenAI is working on a way to authenticate existing users on WhatsApp.
- Additionally, OpenAI has launched a ChatGPT hotline in the US, offering 15 minutes of free usage.
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Flipboard just launched Surf, which is sort of like an RSS feed for the open social web
- Flipboard has launched Surf, an app that acts as an RSS feed for the open social web.
- Surf allows users to create feeds that pull content from the open social web, including services like Mastodon and Bluesky.
- The app supports open protocols like RSS, AT Protocol, and ActivityPub.
- Surf is currently in invite-only closed beta, available for iOS and Android, with a desktop client coming soon.
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How to use ChatGPT with Siri on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Apple has collaborated with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT into Siri and other Apple Intelligence features to handle complex requests.
- Users of Apple's iPhones, iPads, and Macs with Apple silicon chips can use this feature and ChatGPT without an OpenAI account.
- The ChatGPT integration can be set up through device settings and can also be used for creating images, taking screenshots, and accessing text summary tools.
- Users can also instruct Siri to use ChatGPT directly without tapping the 'Use ChatGPT' button.
- However, if you go over the limit of ChatGPT's advanced capabilities, subsequent requests will be processed using the basic version.
- OpenAI's data privacy policies apply when signing in to a ChatGPT account, but users can control how their requests help train the system.
- If desired, users can turn off the ChatGPT integration or restrict it using Screen Time Parental Controls.
- ChatGPT with Siri is currently supported only on certain devices, including the iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, and the entire iPhone 16 series.
- Users can also use ChatGPT with the new iPad mini and all iPads and Macs with Apple silicon chips.
- ChatGPT integration also works well with Siri's typing functionality in addition to voice commands.
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App downloads decline 2.3% in 2024, but consumer spending grows to $127B
- Global consumer spending in mobile apps and games reached $127 billion in 2024, up 15.7% from the previous year.
- However, global app downloads declined by 2.3% in 2024 compared to 2023.
- Only 5% of apps worldwide offered subscriptions, but they accounted for 48% of the app revenue.
- The App Store generated $91.6 billion in consumer spending, while Google Play saw a decline of 1.5%.
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iPhone’s new AI-powered Natural Language Search doesn’t do anything I want it to
- Apple's iOS 18.1 update introduced Apple Intelligence with Natural Language Search feature.
- The search feature has expanded to Apple Music and Apple TV apps in iOS 18.2.
- Mixed feelings about the effectiveness of Natural Language Search in different apps.
- The feature still needs improvement, and Apple has to catch up with competitors.
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Why AirPods Pro can make a life-changing gift
- AirPods Pro 2 can help people with mild to moderate hearing loss.
- They function as medical-grade hearing aids to provide discreet hearing assistance.
- They are a great gift for individuals who resist getting traditional hearing aids.
- AirPods Pro 2 received FDA approval and have been tested by individuals with hearing loss.
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Why AirPods Pro 2 can make a life-changing gift
- AirPods Pro 2 can be a life-changing gift for people with mild to moderate hearing loss.
- Apple released a software update that allows AirPods Pro 2 to function as genuine medical-grade hearing aids.
- Users have reported remarkable improvement in their ability to hear and perceive sounds with AirPods Pro 2.
- For individuals with moderate hearing loss, gifting AirPods Pro 2 can provide discreet hearing assistance and enhance their quality of life.
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iOS 18.3 public beta 1 is now available, but you shouldn’t update
- Apple has released the public beta of iOS 18.3.
- However, it is advised not to update to this version.
- The release of beta 2 may not happen until the second week of January.
- iOS 18.3 will include features such as robot vacuum support, turn off satellite communication, and updated camera control icons.
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Apple Seeds First Public Betas of iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3
- Apple has released the first public betas of iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3.
- Public beta testers can download the updates from the Settings app after opting in.
- macOS Sequoia 15.3 introduces Genmoji, allowing Mac users to create custom emoji characters.
- The updates hint at upcoming support for robot vacuums in the Home app.
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