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Scrubble is another tweak that automatically scrobbles songs from other music apps to the Last.fm app
- Scrubble is a new jailbreak tweak that automatically scrobbles songs from other music streaming apps to the Last.fm app.
- Similar to Scrobbit, Scrubble works in the background to update your music listening activity on Last.fm based on what you're listening to in other music apps.
- A 'Scrobble' indicates that you've listened to a song before, allowing Last.fm to personalize music recommendations based on your listening history.
- Scrubble is priced at $0.99, cheaper than Scrobbit at $1.49, and requires Last.fm credentials to function. It is available for jailbroken iOS devices and supports versions 12 to 17.
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Lenovo Legion Y700 Gen 4 Launches With Snapdragon 8 Elite And 165Hz Display
- Lenovo has launched the Legion Y700 Gen 4, a compact gaming tablet catering to mobile gamers looking for high performance in a smaller size.
- Powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, the tablet offers 12 GB or 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB or 512 GB of storage, making it one of the most powerful Android tablets available.
- Featuring an 8.8-inch 165 Hz IPS LCD display, the tablet provides smooth visuals with a high touch sampling rate, ideal for gaming.
- The Legion Y700 Gen 4 comes with a 50 MP rear camera, 7,600 mAh battery with fast charging, Dolby Atmos stereo speakers, and runs on Android 15. It is priced at 3,299 yuan (~$457) and 3,799 yuan (~$527) for different configurations in China.
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I've used iPads for 10 years – here are the iPadOS 19 features I want to see from WWDC
- WWDC 2025 is approaching, and expectations are high for Apple's iOS 19, macOS 16, visionOS, and iPadOS 19 updates.
- iPadOS 19 rumors hint at a more computer-like experience and a potential name change.
- Anticipation grows for significant changes in iPadOS, with potential updates to make it more competitive.
- Expected features include better multitasking with free-floating windows in Stage Manager.
- There is hope for multiple accounts support on iPads, catering to families and business users.
- A visual update inspired by visionOS could bring transparency and glass-like UI elements to iPadOS.
- Rumors suggest a Mac-style Menu Bar could be introduced to iPadOS for improved productivity.
- An enhanced Siri experience is anticipated for iPadOS 19, with more capabilities and improved intelligence.
- Speculations include the return of split keyboard support for all iPad models running iPadOS 19.
- Various desired enhancements aim to make using iPads more efficient and versatile for different user needs.
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Ex-Apple Designer Reveals 'Living Glass' iOS 26 Concepts
- Designer Sebastiaan de With has shared his 'Living Glass' iOS 26 concepts, envisioning a redesign that matches the material properties of Apple's glass-screened devices.
- The concept includes dynamic lighting, reflections, and environmental responsiveness to create interfaces that behave like real materials.
- The history of iOS design is outlined, from the skeuomorphic 'Shaded Age' to the minimalistic 'Flat Age' and hints at a new era with physicality.
- De With's vision treats UI elements as dynamic glass surfaces with varying properties like reflections and surface tension.
- The concept aims to establish visual hierarchy through different glass treatments for various UI elements.
- Current design tools may not support the envisioned dynamic lighting and behaviors, potentially giving Apple a competitive edge.
- The 'Living Glass' concept aligns with Apple's integration of hardware and software, aiming to make software feel native to glass-screened devices.
- De With acknowledges the challenges in implementing such complexity but highlights parallels to Apple's past platform transitions.
- Apple is expected to unveil its new iOS design at WWDC, with rumors suggesting a 'glassy' redesign inspired by visionOS.
- De With's detailed concepts offer an intriguing perspective on the future of iOS design and software-hardware integration.
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Macrumors
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Review: iPhone-Connected Corentium Home 2 Radon Monitor Provides Peace of Mind
- The Corentium Home 2 is a radon detector by Airthings, capable of monitoring radon levels, humidity, and temperature, providing alerts if levels exceed set thresholds.
- While lacking HomeKit support, it connects to iPhones via Bluetooth for data syncing, offering a user-friendly app for tracking and analyzing readings over time.
- The app displays readings in green for 'good,' yellow for elevated, and red for dangerous levels for radon, along with humidity and temperature data.
- It sets predefined thresholds for alerts but lacks customizable settings for temperature and humidity, emphasizing the importance of monitoring radon levels consistently.
- With radon being a leading cause of lung cancer, the Corentium Home 2's continuous monitoring helps ensure peace of mind for those living in areas prone to radon exposure.
- Priced at $180, the Corentium Home 2 is a valuable investment for detecting radon, complemented by its temperature and humidity monitoring capabilities.
- The device operates on AA batteries and can be moved around the house to ensure accurate readings by detecting potential radon hot spots.
- For accurate results, the unit should be placed in lower areas of the home, away from doors or windows, with regular syncing to the app for data retrieval.
- Continuous monitoring over 30 days provides insight into radon fluctuations, offering guidance on mitigation if high levels are detected.
- The Corentium Home 2 bridges the gap between affordable passive radon testing methods and expensive professional-grade solutions, offering a reliable and convenient alternative.
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Scrobbit is an automatic Last.fm scrobbler for any music streaming app on your jailbroken device
- Scrobbit is a new jailbreak tweak that allows users to scrobble songs played in various music streaming apps, integrating them with Last.fm's Scrobbles feature.
- Users can select music streaming apps on their device to have their playback integrated into Last.fm feature and set the percentage of song to be played before it gets scrobbled.
- Scrobbit adds a preference pane in the Settings app for users to configure the tweak, including enabling/disabling Scrobbit, logging in with Last.fm account, and viewing statistics.
- The tweak supports apps like Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, and more, and can be purchased for $1.49 from the Havoc repository for jailbroken iOS devices.
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The Automation Gap
- The article discusses the state of automation on Apple platforms, highlighting gaps in Shortcuts' progress on Mac.
- Various tech experts express concerns about the limitations and issues with Shortcuts on the Mac.
- The use of workarounds involving different automation tools showcases the flexibility and power of the Mac.
- Challenges with Shortcuts on Mac, such as debugging issues with website elements, are raised by users.
- Criticism is directed towards the Shortcuts team for potentially lacking practical experience in using the tool.
- Issues like sync problems and limited capabilities in Shortcuts prompt users to resort to alternative solutions like Python scripts.
- Concerns are raised about resources allocation and the focus on analytics impacting Shortcuts' development.
- The inconvenience of building complex shortcuts using graphical editors is discussed, urging for a better integration with AI tools.
- Users express frustrations with the functionality and regressions in Shortcuts for both iPad and Mac.
- The article also touches on previous topics related to automation tools and app developments in the Apple ecosystem.
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Apple Announces 2025 Design Award Winners Ahead of WWDC 2025
- Apple announced the winners of the 2025 Apple Design Awards ahead of WWDC.
- The awards recognized apps and games for their innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement.
- Winners were selected in categories like Delight and Fun, Innovation, Interaction, Inclusivity, Social Impact, and Visuals and Graphics.
- More details on the winners and finalists are available on Apple's website.
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How to Split a Bill and Tip on Apple Watch
- All Apple Watch models include a stock Calculator app with features for tipping and bill splitting.
- You can adjust tip percentage and number of people involved in the bill.
- To use, launch Calculator app, enter bill amount, tap TIP for percentage adjustment, and tap People to split the bill among a group.
- Customize calculator layout by going to Settings ➝ Calculator and selecting Tip Function instead of Percent.
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After WhatsApp, Meta is on track to release a native Instagram iPad app in 2025
- Meta is actively testing a native tablet interface for an official Instagram iPad app that is expected to be released later in 2025.
- The move comes after Instagram users often found the experience on iPad to be subpar due to the lack of a native app, leading to the use of the browser version.
- The project for Instagram on iPad is in response to the looming TikTok ban in the United States, with Meta aiming for a 2025 release. Mark Gurman from Bloomberg has confirmed the development work.
- Meta, which also recently released a native WhatsApp iPad app, had historically shunned iPad apps but is now changing its stance in response to evolving technology and user needs.
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AnTuTu Reveals Apple’s Best Performing Devices for May 2025
- AnTuTu's latest performance rankings for May 2025 show Apple's iPads dominating in speed and performance, with no iPhones making the list.
- The top spots are held by the new iPad Pro models with M4 chips, showcasing superior performance for tasks like video editing and gaming.
- The absence of iPhones in the top 10 list is attributed to iPads featuring more powerful M-series chips compared to iPhones' A-series processors.
- Apple's promotion of tablets over phones has led to iPads being faster in terms of raw performance, making iPad Pro the fastest Apple device currently.
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Discounted M2 iPad Air Models Now Available in Apple's U.S. Refurbished Store
- Apple has added the 11-inch and 13-inch M2 iPad Air models to its refurbished store in the U.S.
- Refurbished M2 iPad Air models are offered at around 15% discount compared to the original pricing.
- The refurbished models were earlier available in the UK store and are now newly introduced to the U.S. store.
- Apple provides these refurbished iPads with new batteries, outer shells, and a one-year warranty, similar to new-in-box iPads.
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Instagram for iPad is coming later this year, and it’s a big win for users
- Meta is actively testing Instagram for iPad and plans to release the app later this year.
- Concerns about square images on iPad delayed the launch, but now the technology has caught up.
- Instagram for iPad would provide a better experience for creators and businesses with larger displays.
- The potential TikTok ban might lead users and creators to switch to Instagram, making the new iPad platform appealing.
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macOS Quick Tip: Screenshot Straight to the Clipboard
- There are multiple ways to take screenshots on a Mac, including using Preview, Screenshot app, or built-in shortcut key combinations.
- The common shortcut key combinations are Shift-Command-3 to capture the whole screen and Shift-Command-4 to capture a portion of the screen.
- Adding the Control key to the shortcuts will copy the captured image to the clipboard instead of saving it on the desktop.
- Using the clipboard method allows for easy pasting into applications for editing/viewing images or using Universal Clipboard for pasting on other Apple devices.
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iPad saves world-renowned pianist’s career
- Classical pianist Simone Dinnerstein's successful career was nearly ended by severe stage fright, until she started using an iPad on stage.
- Dinnerstein battled performance anxiety for decades despite extensive preparation and pressure to perform from memory in the classical music world.
- Her husband's ultimatum to quit music or find a new way to perform led her to using an iPad on stage, which allowed her to overcome the anxiety and focus on the music.
- By breaking classical music conventions and embracing technology, Dinnerstein has found new freedom and creativity in her performances, leading to her ensemble's innovative projects and career extension.
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