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Apple releases new macOS Sequoia 15.5, iOS 18.5, iPadOS 18.5, and tvOS 18.5 public betas

Apple has released the first public betas for macOS Sequoia 15.5, iOS 18.5, iPadOS 18.5, and tvOS 18.5.
These updates focus on stability, bug fixes, and minor enhancements.
iOS 18.5 introduces options to disable contact photos and group emails by sender.
The official releases of these updates are expected in May 2025.

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Debugging and Profiling Linux Applications with GDB and strace

Debugging and profiling are critical skills in a developer's toolbox, especially when working with low-level system applications.
Debugging is the systematic process of identifying, isolating, and fixing bugs—errors or unexpected behaviors in your code.
Profiling helps you understand where your application spends time and how system resources are being utilized.
GDB is the standard debugger for GNU systems, allowing you to inspect the internal state of a program while it’s running or after it crashes.

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Use This 3-Finger Trick to Quickly Share Photos on Apple Devices

Apple devices support a relatively unknown three-finger gesture that allows for quick photo sharing.
The gesture is used to copy images between devices and paste them into various apps.
To use the gesture, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth need to be enabled, and devices must be signed into the same Apple Account and connected to the same network.
The three-finger pinch gesture can also be used to cut images for quick sharing.

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Morgan Stanley: Apple seeing stronger Apple Intelligence adoption than initially expected

Apple Intelligence adoption is exceeding expectations, with users embracing the technology.
Nearly 80% of eligible U.S. iPhone owners have downloaded and engaged with Apple Intelligence.
Survey shows 42% of respondents consider Apple Intelligence extremely or very important for their next iPhone.
U.S. consumers would pay up to $9.11 per month for unlimited Apple Intelligence access.

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Foreign companies eye expansion in America to lessen tariff fallout

Some non-U.S. companies are considering expanding or setting up operations in the U.S. to mitigate the impact of import tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
Examples include BMW's plan to add shifts to its South Carolina plant, Honda's plan to move some car production to the U.S., and Luxshare's intention to shift production outside China.
Other companies, such as Compal Electronics and LG Electronics, are also exploring options to respond to tariffs by considering investments or moving manufacturing to the U.S.
Apple has previously announced plans to invest in America and create more jobs in the country.

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Whisky Shuts Down Project That Enabled Windows Gaming on Mac

Whisky, the open source WINE front-end enabling Windows gaming on Mac, has shut down.
Isaac Marovitz, the developer, announced the end of the project, advising users to switch to CrossOver, a paid alternative.
Marovitz cited the balancing act between school and development work as a reason for shutting down the project.
The discontinuation of Whisky brings attention to the need for Apple to provide a user-facing Game Porting Toolkit.

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Log Management with `journalctl` and `/var/log` in Red Hat Linux

Logs are an important aspect of Linux system administration, providing insights into system health, security, and performance.
In Red Hat-based systems, two powerful logging mechanisms coexist: journalctl and classic plain-text logs in /var/log.
The journalctl command allows for viewing and filtering logs, managing journal size and retention, and analyzing logs by time or priority.
Classic logs in /var/log provide easy-to-work-with log files for specific purposes, such as system events, authentication logs, and web server logs.

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M2 iPad Air Runs Windows 11 ARM via Emulation, Thanks to EU Rules

A developer has demonstrated Windows 11 ARM running on an M2 iPad Air using emulation.
EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) regulations make it easier to sideload apps on iOS and iPadOS devices.
The achievement relies on UTM technology that emulates Windows 11 inside iPadOS.
The performance, although decent, is not good enough for the M2 iPad Air to be a PC replacement.

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The best rhythm games on PC 2025

Here is a list of the best rhythm games on PC for 2025.
These games provide a unique blend of music and gameplay, offering immersive experiences.
From 2D indie games to VR games, the list covers various genres.
While Tetris Effect did not make the list, it is still recommended to play.

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How to Fix the ‘Scan Drive for Errors’ Notification on Windows 11

Windows 11 users have reported receiving a 'Scan drive for errors' notification from Security and Maintenance.
The message may indicate an improper shutdown or potential hard drive issues.
One solution is to run a CHKDSK scan through Command Prompt by executing chkdsk /x: for the drive.
Alternatively, users can run the Check Disk utility via File Explorer to scan the drive.
Performing an antivirus/malware scan or a SMART test can help identify and fix drive issues.
A system restore may be required if the issue persists, replacing corrupted files and settings.
The SMART test can determine if a hard drive is failing based on the status result.
System Restore points can be accessed to revert the system back to a working state.
Drive errors may result from various factors, including malware attacks or hardware failures.
CHKDSK utility helps detect and repair hard drive errors by scanning for bad sectors.

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Microsoft is working on some seriously exciting Windows 11 improvements – but not everyone will get them

Microsoft has released a new preview build 26120.3872 of Windows 11 in the Beta channel.
The update includes improvements in search functionality and accessibility features, specifically for Copilot+ PCs.
For Copilot+ PCs with Snapdragon chips, Reading Coach integration with Click to Do and 'Read with Immersive Reader' feature have been added.
Users can now access Reading Coach directly from the Click to Do context menu for working on selected text.
A new feature allows adjustment of text size, spacing, and font for dyslexia and dysgraphia users, including a picture dictionary option.
In the European Economic Area, users can search for photos in OneDrive via the Windows 11 taskbar search box using natural language.
Voice Access now allows users to add custom words to its dictionary for more accurate dictation recognition.
The improvements are currently rolling out to Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs and will expand to AMD and Intel CPUs later.
Microsoft's focus on accessibility and learning enhancements for Windows 11 is evident, with continued updates and refinements.
The Voice Access feature's addition is praised, although some users find it surprisingly late considering the underlying technology's history.

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How to Reset Windows Security App in Windows 11

You can reset Windows Security app in Windows 11 using different methods.
Method 1: Reset Windows Defender via PowerShell.
Method 2: Reset Windows Security via Settings.
Method 3: Reset the Windows Security App using CMD.

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How to Change Sound Settings on Windows to Improve Audio Quality

To improve audio quality on Windows 11, consider restarting your computer as it can solve many issues, including audio driver problems.
Reconnecting the audio device by unplugging and plugging the audio jack correctly can fix sound distortion problems.
Changing the output sound device in Windows 11 settings can help address issues with detecting new sound devices.
Updating the audio driver from Device Manager is recommended to deal with various audio issues on your PC.
Enabling Spatial Sound on Windows 11 provides an immersive audio experience, especially when using headphones.
The Audio Enhancement feature in Windows 11 can improve sound quality, but it may vary in impact on different PCs.
Enabling or disabling the Mono Audio feature in Windows 11 combines the left and right audio channels for better mono output.
Adjusting the left and right sound channels individually in Windows 11 settings can help balance sound output.
Running the Audio Troubleshooter in Windows 11 can assist in detecting and resolving various sound-related problems on your PC.
By following these steps to optimize sound settings on Windows 11, you can enhance audio quality and address common audio issues.

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Creating apps for Raspberry Pi - Part 1

Raspberry Pi is a low-cost, credit card-sized computer designed for learning and embedded applications.
Flutter is an open-source UI toolkit created by Google for building natively compiled applications.
Using Flutter for Linux apps offers a unified UI, high-performance, a strong community, and compatibility with touchscreens and embedded devices like Raspberry Pi.
To develop a Flutter app for Raspberry Pi, you need a Raspberry Pi 4 or 5, a 64-bit OS, Flutter SDK, and Linux desktop support.

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Apple stock dip 21% year to date: buy, sell or hold?

Apple's stock price has declined 21.3% year to date, affected by Apple Intelligence delays and tariffs on trade partners.
Sluggish demand for the iPhone in China and competition from Huawei and Xiaomi have impacted Apple's sales.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Apple's fiscal 2025 earnings has declined.
Despite the emergence of Apple's Services business, underwhelming Apple Intelligence performance is a concern for its product business.

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