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MacOS Sonoma 14.7 & MacOS Ventura 13.7 Updates Released with Security Fixes

Apple has released software updates for MacOS Sonoma 14.7 and MacOS Ventura 13.7.
Both updates contain security fixes and are recommended for all users.
Users can download and install the updates through the System Settings > General > Software Update.
The updates can also be downloaded directly from Apple's website.

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Mjtsai

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Does Google Chrome Still Devastate Mac Battery Life?

Recent testing shows that Chrome is actually easier on the battery than Safari.
Google claimed to have caught up to Safari in battery drain 18 months ago.
Chrome outperformed Safari in 5 out of 6 direct comparisons in a 3-hour test.
Chromium-based browsers, including Chrome, have benefited from code contributions to improve battery efficiency.

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Apple TV+ to premiere new Spanish-language thriller ‘Tú También lo Harías’ (‘You Would Do it Too’)

Apple TV+ is set to premiere the new Spanish-language thriller series ‘Tú También lo Harías’ on October 30, 2024.
The show follows detectives and former lovers as they investigate an armed robbery in Barcelona and try to uncover the truth behind the witnesses' inconsistent timelines.
“Tú También lo Harías” is created by David Victori and Jordi Vallejo, directed by Victori, and produced by Legendary Television and Espotlight Media.
Apple TV+ also announced the upcoming medical drama series “Midnight Family,” based on the award-winning documentary, to debut on September 25, 2024.

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Macs make people happier than any PC

Apple ranks at the top in terms of customer satisfaction among computer makers, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) survey.
In 2024, Apple's satisfaction score improved to 85, beating competitors like HP, Samsung, Dell, Lenovo, and Microsoft.
The overall satisfaction with personal computers, regardless of the operating system, reached its highest level to date with a score of 81.
Tablet satisfaction also surged, with tablets now being on par with desktops and laptops in terms of customer satisfaction.

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iOS 18: How to Use Safari's New Highlights Feature

Safari in iOS 18 introduces a new feature called Highlights, which surfaces key information from webpages.
Highlights uses machine learning to identify and extract relevant details.
It provides bite-sized pieces of information for businesses, people, and entertainment content.
To use Highlights, open Safari, navigate to a supported webpage, and tap the purple sparkle icon in the browser bar.

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Apple shares slip as some analysts interpret shorter iPhone 16 shipping times as demand issue

Shares of Apple fell nearly 3% as some analysts interpret shorter shipping times for the new iPhone 16 Pro models as weaker-than-expected demand.
Early pre-order data shows that shipping times for iPhone 16 Pro models are shorter compared to last year's iPhone 15 Pro models.
Improving supply of the Pro models may have contributed to the shorter shipping times, following supply issues with the iPhone 15 Pro Max last year.
Some analysts caution that shipping times alone may not accurately measure demand without considering Apple's supply levels and allocation.

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Apple TV+ lands Emmy awards for ‘Slow Horses’ and ‘The Morning Show’

Apple TV+ won 10 Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for Billy Crudup in “The Morning Show”.
Will Smith, creator of 'Slow Horses', earned Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series for the show's third season.
Apple Originals have earned 515 wins and 2,308 award nominations.
The platform's 'The Morning Show', won Outstanding Contemporary Hairstyling and Makeup (Non-prosthetic).
Limited series 'Lessons in Chemistry' won Outstanding Music Composition for a Limited or Anthology Series.
Comedy 'Palm Royale' won Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music.
Documentary film 'Girls State' won Outstanding Directing for a Documentary/Nonfiction Program.
Apple scored a win for Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program.
Apple Original 'Masters of the Air' landed Outstanding Sound Mixing.
Apple also won Outstanding Commercial for the iconic 'Fuzzy Feelings' ad campaign.

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Linux Journal

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Bridging the Gap: The First Enterprise-Grade Linux Solution for the Cloud-to-Edge Continuum

The Linux market is set to reach nearly USD 100 billion by 2032.
There is a growing demand for specialized Linux solutions that can meet the specific needs of modern workloads spanning from the cloud to the edge.
Traditional enterprise Linux distributions are not designed to address the unique requirements of IoT and edge environments.
Wind River introduces eLxr Pro, the industry's first end-to-end Linux solution that bridges the gap between cloud and edge workloads.

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How to use GoBuster for OSINT: Step By Step Guide

GoBuster is a versatile tool for finding hidden directories, files, and DNS subdomains.
GoBuster is popular among ethical hackers and cybersecurity professionals for its speed and simplicity.
Installing GoBuster on Kali Linux is straightforward using either standard installation or cloning from GitHub.
Practical use cases of GoBuster include directory brute-forcing, DNS enumeration, and adding extensions for specific file types.

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Dan Ives foresees Apple ‘supercycle’ with new Apple Intelligence-optimized iPhones

Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives predicts a 'supercycle' of upgrades with the release of the new iPhone 16.
Ives believes that the Apple Intelligence features in the iPhone 16 will drive significant demand.
Around 300 million iPhone users who haven't upgraded in over four years may be enticed to upgrade to the iPhone 16.
Ives forecasts that Apple could see $30 to $40 per share in monetization opportunities from AI alone.

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Ubuntu Handbook

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Scrcpy 2.7 Adds Gamepad Support for Gaming on Android

Scrcpy 2.7 released with gamepad support for gaming on Android.
Scrcpy is a free and open-source app for screen mirroring and controlling Android devices.
The new version allows users to use game controllers connected to their computer to play Android games.
Gamepad support can be enabled via UHID mode or AOAv2 protocol.

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WhatsApp for Windows Security Flaw Could Be Serious

WhatsApp for Windows has a security flaw that poses a potential risk for businesses.
Certain risky file types can run natively on WhatsApp, even if they contain malware.
The vulnerability only affects users with Python installed on their machines.
WhatsApp's parent company, Meta, has no plans to address the flaw, highlighting the need for users to take cyber security seriously.

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Latest Windows 11 update gives some PCs a real speed boost for gaming – if you don’t run into some reportedly nasty bugs

Microsoft’s latest update for Windows 11 delivers speed boosts for gaming on some AMD Ryzen PCs.
However, users have reported encountering bugs with the September patch (KB5043076).
Problems include failed installations, File Explorer crashing, and Phishing Protection being switched off.
Other issues include slow search feature, app failures, connectivity problems, and malfunctioning restart and shutdown functions.

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Once Human Codes for September 2024

The developers of Once Human have provided redeemable codes for players to claim valuable rewards.
Currently, there are no active redeem codes available.
Expired codes include a variety of rewards such as Energy Links, Activators, Adrenaline Shots, Camouflage Formula, and Starchrom.
To redeem codes in Once Human, players need to complete the game tutorial, enter the main world, and follow the redemption process in the Events tab.

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Microsoft is giving some default Windows 11 apps a major performance boost – and you could feel the payoff soon

Microsoft is promising major performance improvements for Windows 11 apps based on Windows App SDK technology.
The new 'native AOT (Ahead-Of-Time) compilation' support can make apps load 50% faster and use less memory.
Windows App SDK is a collection of tools that helps developers make Windows apps with the newest features.
These improvements may take time as Microsoft needs to adopt WinAppSDK 1.6 and third-party developers to update their software.

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