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Apple Bug Prevents You From Telling People About Dave & Buster's
- There's a bug in the Messages app that prevents users from sending voice-based messages that include ampersands, causing them to fail to go through.
- The bug was discovered when trying to talk about Dave & Buster's, but it affects any company with an ampersand in its name.
- The issue lies with the transcript accompanying audio messages, where Apple's transcription engine struggles with rendering ampersands correctly.
- This error triggers Apple's BlastDoor Messages feature for user protection, which results in the audio message failing to send.
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Gsmarena
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vivo S30 and S30 Pro mini specs leak
- vivo is working on S30 powered by Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC with upgraded features.
- The S30 is rumored to have a 6.67-inch '1.5K' flat screen, periscope telephoto camera, and 6,500 mAh battery.
- A smaller variant, S30 Pro mini, will have a 6.31-inch flat screen, metal frame, and powered by Dimensity 9300+ or Dimensity 9400e.
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 is expected to have a 1+3+4 CPU core design and made using TSMC's N4 process.
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Gsmarena
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WSJ: Apple is considering price hike for iPhone 17 series
- Apple is considering a price hike for the iPhone 17 series, but the decision is not finalized and reportedly unrelated to US tariffs on Chinese imports.
- The potential price increase for the upcoming iPhone 17 series is said to be justified by design changes and new features including the ultra-thin and light iPhone 17 Air, and updates to 17 Pro models.
- Despite the US-China tariff war and the recent 90-day tariff pause, Cupertino will not attribute the expected price hike to these trade tensions.
- Apple has been increasing its iPhone inventory in the US by sourcing all new iPhones from India, with Foxconn expected to double its iPhone production in India to 30 million units this year.
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Polygon
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Cookie Run: Kingdom codes for May 2025
- Cookie Run: Kingdom is a city-builder game with real-time battle mechanics that offers codes for extra resources like Crystals and Rainbow Cubes.
- The game features various cookies from the Cookie Run series, and using codes can enhance the gameplay experience by providing additional resources for players.
- List of active codes for Cookie Run: Kingdom as of May 2025 includes CKXBCMINIGAME, CKBEASTSUCCESS05, KINGDOM1MILLION, FIVEHUNDREDINSTA, and SUNNYLIUCOUPON4U.
- To redeem codes, players need to open the Coupons page in-game or on the DevPlay website, enter the code along with their DevPlay account name or email address, and restart the game to claim the rewards.
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Polygon
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Pokémon Go ‘Crown Clash’ event guide
- Pokémon Go is currently hosting the 'Crown Clash' event until May 18, featuring royal-themed Pokémon like Nidoqueen and Nidoking wearing crowns.
- The event introduces Kingambit, the evolution of Bisharp, along with doubled XP rewards for evolving Pokémon and an increased chance to catch shiny crown-wearing Pokémon like Nidoqueen and Nidoking.
- Players can participate in the 'Crown Clash' event Collection Challenge, complete special tasks to earn rewards, and encounter boosted spawns of various Pokémon like Slowpoke, Combee, and Litleo.
- Additionally, special Field Research tasks and raid targets are available during the event, offering encounters with Pokémon like Nidoqueen, Nidoking, and more, with increased chances of finding shiny variants.
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Polygon
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How to evolve Bisharp into Kingambit in Pokémon Go
- To evolve Bisharp into Kingambit in Pokémon Go, players need to beat 15 dark- or steel-type Pokémon in raids with Bisharp set as the buddy, then use 100 Pawniard Candy to evolve.
- Pawniard in Pokémon Go can be obtained from rare hatch 12 km eggs or 7 km eggs from completing Routes, and can also be encountered in the wild or through one-star raids during the 'Crown Clash' event.
- To evolve Pawniard into Bisharp, players need to use 50 Pawniard Candy with no special requirements.
- Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit can all be shiny in Pokémon Go, but finding the shiny versions requires luck.
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Macdailynews
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Apple preps AI-powered iPhone battery management mode for iOS 19
- Apple is planning to introduce an AI-powered battery management mode for iPhones in the upcoming iOS 19 update scheduled for September.
- The new feature will analyze user behavior to optimize energy usage and will display a lock-screen indicator showing the time required to charge the device.
- This innovation is driven by the upcoming slimmed-down iPhone 17 model, which will have a smaller battery due to its thinner design.
- The AI-enhanced battery function aims to improve battery life for all iPhones running iOS 19 and is a response to users' desire for longer battery durability.
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Gsmarena
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The Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ will be the first phone with the new Helio G200 chipset
- The Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ will be the first phone to feature the new Helio G200 chipset by MediaTek, promising a 10% performance improvement over the G100.
- The Helio G200 chipset boosts the clock speed of the GPU and offers customized super resolution algorithms rendering graphics at 1.5K.
- Tecno's Spark 40 Pro+ will incorporate 4G DC SAR technology, enhancing network efficiency in weak signal areas to improve data speeds for various activities.
- Additionally, the Helio G200 chipset supports 12-bit DCG for camera quality improvement, and Tecno aims to redefine user experience with the Spark 40 Series, set to launch globally in July.
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iOS 19 could use Apple Intelligence to conserve the iPhone’s battery
- iOS 19 feature using Apple Intelligence to conserve battery for upcoming iPhone models.
- The AI-powered battery management mode will analyze user behavior to make energy-saving adjustments.
- New indicator on Lock Screen to show estimated charging time; Apple using AI for battery health.
- iOS 19 to improve Wi-Fi network usage, focus on stability and functionality; Preview on June 9 at WWDC.
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BGR
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‘Lopez Voice Assistant’ emails aren’t a scam, they’re about the Siri class action settlement
- Class action settlement emails regarding Lopez Voice Assistant are not a scam but related to the Siri class action settlement.
- Apple is part of a $95 million payout over allegations of Siri potentially spying on private conversations.
- Users who owned Siri-enabled devices in the US between September 2014 and December 2024 can claim up to $20 per device if Siri activated in private conversations.
- Apple denies spying allegations, emphasizes its privacy commitment, and states that Siri data is not used for marketing profiles or advertising.
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Apple releases iOS 18.5 with support for carrier-provided satellite features
- Apple has released iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5, with minimal new features.
- The main change is the support for carrier-provided satellite features.
- Other updates include a new Pride Harmony wallpaper and a notification for Screen Time passcode use on children's devices.
- Additional improvements include Buy with iPhone compatibility and a fix for the Apple Vision Pro app black screen issue.
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Engadget
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G is for gradient: Google has redesigned its app logo
- Google has quietly redesigned its app logo with a gradient, softening the transitions between the four solid-color sections.
- The new gradient logo is currently visible on the Google app for Android and iOS devices, but not on other Google smartphone apps or official press materials.
- The change in logo design has occurred without any formal announcement or marketing campaign, contrasting the approach taken during Google's last branding redesign in 2015.
- Speculation arises on whether the new gradient design is a precursor to a larger brand overhaul or simply an experimental phase to gauge public response.
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The Verge
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Apple could use AI to help your iPhone save battery
- Apple's iOS 19 update may feature an AI-powered battery management tool to optimize power consumption based on user habits.
- The tool will use data collected from user devices to make predictions and adjust power draw of specific apps or features.
- Similar to Google's Adaptive Battery on Android, the new feature aims to improve battery efficiency by regulating app usage in the background.
- Additionally, iOS 19 is expected to introduce a lock screen indicator displaying the time required for full phone charging, and will be available for all iPhones with the update, including the rumored iPhone 17.
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BGR
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iOS 19 may get AI-powered battery feature originally planned for iOS 18
- Apple is preparing an AI-powered battery management mode for iOS 19, which will analyze user's device usage to conserve energy.
- The feature was originally planned for iOS 18 but got delayed, and it is part of the new Apple Intelligence functions.
- The AI-powered battery feature will use collected data to predict power adjustments for applications and features, with a lock-screen indicator for charging time.
- This feature could be beneficial for upcoming iPhone models with new Wi-Fi and 5G chips, especially considering rumors about battery life issues.
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Idownloadblog
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Apple seems determined to increase prices across the iPhone 17 lineup
- Apple is considering increasing prices in the iPhone 17 lineup without blaming Trump's tariffs.
- The move is aimed at offsetting the impact of tariffs by emphasizing new features and design changes.
- Despite the temporary reduction in tariffs between the US and China, Apple aims to avoid attributing price hikes to tariffs.
- Tim Cook is cautious about potential retribution from Trump and the political implications of blaming price increases on tariffs.
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