Enhance your iPad productivity with this $94.97 keyboard folio

Macworld There is no shortage of iPad accessories, but if you had to choose just one? A keyboard isthe no-brainer answer, as it provides extra versatility for your iPad . This Apple Magic Keyboard Folio is one of the best on the market, and its compatible with iPad 10th Gen. While new editions can run almost $250, you can grab a new open-box model for less than $100 through April 30. Mind you, new open-box doesnt mean used.These aresimplyexcess inventory that has had customer contact.While the packaging may show signs of handling, the device inside is certified in new condition after extensive verification. In this case, that means the 14-key function row and extra-large click-anywhere trackpad areallfully intact and responsive. It attaches to your10th GeniPad magnetically and folds up easily without adding more than half an inch to its sleek profile. You can type comfortably with this keyboard folio,as ithasa scissor mechanism with 1mm travel. Plus, you can add protection to your iPad, as this keyboard boasts a two-piece design that acts as an adjustable stand and protects your devices front and back. Upgrade your iPad productivity with this new open-box Apple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad 10th Gen, now just $94.97 through April 30 at 11:59 PM Pacific. Apple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad 10th Gen (New Open-Box) Only $94.97 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change. Accessories

Budget doorbell camera manufacturer fixes security issues that left users vulnerable to spying

Eken Group has reportedly issued a firmware update to resolve major security issues with its cheap doorbell cameras that were uncovered by a Consumer Reports investigation earlier this year. The cameras in question pair with the Aiwit app and are sold under a slew of brand names, including Eken, Tuck, Fishbot, Rakeblue, Andoe, Gemee and Luckwolf. During its tests, the watchdog found that the unencrypted cameras could expose sensitive information like home IP addresses and Wi-Fi networks, and allow outside parties to access images from a cameras feed using its serial number. Now, Consumer Reports says the issues have been fixed just make sure you update your devices. Devices from those brands should now reflect a firmware version of 2.4.1 or higher, which would indicate theyve received the update. Consumer Reports says its own samples got the update automatically, but it cant hurt to double check in your settings considering the risks (that is, if you havent tossed the cameras out already). The publication says its confirmed that the update fixes the security problems. Eken also told Consumer Reports that the two doorbell cams it had rated with the Dont Buy label the Eken Smart Video Doorbell and Tuck Sharkpop Doorbell Camera have been discontinued. These doorbell cameras, which were sold on popular ecommerce platforms including Amazon, Walmart and Temu but since appear to have been pulled, also lacked the proper labeling required by the FCC. The company told Consumer Reports it will add these IDs to new products moving forward. Following its tests of the update, Consumer Reports has removed the warning labels from its scorecards. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/budget-doorbell-camera-manufacturer-fixes-security-issue-that-left-users-vulnerable-to-spying-210705131.html?src=rss

TikTok faces a ban in the US, Tesla profits drop and healthcare data leaks

Welcome, folks, to Week in Review (WiR), TechCrunchs regular newsletter covering this weeks noteworthy happenings in tech. TikToks fate in the U.S. looks uncertain after President Joe Biden signed a bill that included a deadline for ByteDance, TikToks parent company, to divest itself of TikTok within nine months or face a ban on distributing it [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Will a TikTok ban impact creator economy startups? Not really, founders say

President Joe Biden signed a bill on Wednesday that could ban TikTok for real this time. After so many false starts and stops, some creator economy founders and their clients are rolling their eyes. Theyve been through this before. I think two years ago, this would have been devastating, Karat Financial co-founder and co-CEO [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Google asks court to reject the DOJs lawsuit that accuses it of monopolizing ad tech

Google filed a motion on Friday in a Virginia federal court asking for the Department of Justices antitrust lawsuit against it to be thrown away. The DOJ sued Google in January 2023, accusing the company of monopolizing digital advertising technologies through anticompetitive and exclusionary conduct. Per Bloomberg , Google is now seeking summary judgment to avoid the case going to trial in September as planned. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland said at the time the lawsuit was first announced that Google has used anticompetitive, exclusionary, and unlawful conduct to eliminate or severely diminish any threat to its dominance over digital advertising technologies. The lawsuit alleges that Google controls digital advertising tools to such an extent that it pockets on average more than 30 percent of the advertising dollars that flow through its digital advertising technology products, according to a press release from the agency last year. Google now argues that that the DOJ hasnt shown that the company controls at least 70 percent of the market, which some previous cases have used as the threshold for qualifying as a monopoly, and that the agency made up markets specifically for this case, according to Bloomberg , excluding its major competitors like social media platforms. The company also claims the DOJs case goes beyond the boundaries of antitrust law, Reuters reports. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/google-asks-court-to-reject-the-dojs-lawsuit-that-accuses-it-of-monopolizing-ad-tech-183830791.html?src=rss

Investors wont give you the real reason they are passing on your startup

When an investor passes on you, they will not tell you the real reason, said Tom Blomfield, group partner at Y Combinator. At seed stage, frankly, no one knows whats going to fucking happen. The future is so uncertain. All theyre judging is the perceived quality of the founder. When they pass, what theyre thinking [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Some Apple users say theyve been mysteriously locked out of their accounts

Something is up with Apple ID this weekend. As reported by 9to5Mac , Apple users started complaining online last night that theyd been logged out of their Apple IDs on all of their devices without explanation. Upon trying to log back in, some say they were locked out of their accounts despite entering the correct details, and had to reset their passwords. Engadget has reached out to Apple for more information. I was mid FaceTime with @milesabovetech and my Apple account got locked and signed out of all of my Apple products tf is happening Max Weinbach (@MaxWinebach) April 26, 2024 Apple hasnt said anything publicly about whats going on, and its System Status page makes no mention of problems with Apple ID or any other systems in the last 24 hours. In a Mastodon post spotted by The Verge , one person said Apple support told them only that sometimes random security improvements are added to your account. Its unclear how many users have been affected, though people have piled onto social media threads about the issue to say theyve experienced it too. According to 9to5Mac , some of the publications own team have run into the problem. While the issue seemed to have heightened on Friday night, there have been sporadic reports of similar problems in the recent past. Software developer Michael Tsai published a blog post about it the latest incident and referenced a time just last fall when the same thing happened. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/some-apple-users-say-theyve-been-mysteriously-locked-out-of-their-accounts-162739339.html?src=rss

Deal Dive: Givebutter is turning a profit making tech for nonprofits

Givebutter recently raised $50 million for its CRM platform for nonprofits as startups building tech for that industry gain momentum. 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

The valley of death for climate lies between early-stage funding and scaling up

It's easier for climate companies to get enough funding to get started. It's much harder once they need money to scale. 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

7 Best Sleeping Pads (2024): For Camping, Backpacking, and Travel

Whether youre snoozing in a campground or schlepping up to an alpine valley, these are the best pads weve found for resting your weary bones.

10 Best Robot Vacuums (2024): Mops, Budget Vacs, Great Mapping

Whether youre up against pet hair or you want to splurge on a high-end laser-guided robot vacuum, we have the perfect pick for you.

Get Deep Discounts on OWC's Best Thunderbolt Docks, USB-C Hubs, Memory, and More Mac Accessories

OWC is hosting a big Mac accessory sale that includes a number of discounts on Thunderbolt docks, USB-C hubs, external drives and enclosures, internal memory upgrade kits for Mac, and more. Most products are in stock and ready to ship out today, and OWC offers free shipping on orders $149.00 and over. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with OWC. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Highlights of the sale include a collection of Thunderbolt docks for up to $150 off. These docks allow you to easily connect a wide array of peripherals to your Mac, including two 4K displays or one 5K display with the 14-Port Thunderbolt 3 Dock , which is available for $129.99. This isn't quite as steep of a discount as we've previously seen on the accessory, but at $150 off it's still a great second-best price for anyone who missed previous sales. $150 OFF OWC 14-Port Thunderbolt 3 Dock for $129.99 In regards to the 14-Port Thunderbolt 3 Dock, this accessory features two Thunderbolt 3 ports, five USB Type-A ports, one USB Type-C port, one Mini DisplayPort port, one gigabit Ethernet port, one S/PDIF digital audio output port, and one 3.5mm stereo audio input/output port. There are also two memory card slots for microSD and SD cards. All of the devices listed below are in new condition at OWC, although the retailer does provide various item condition options for anyone who might want to save money by purchasing open box items. Be sure to visit OWC's sale landing page to browse the full sale, which also features deals on cables, Mac accessories, keyboards, and headphones. Docks and Hubs Atlas Dual SD Card Reader - $79.99, down from $89.99 Thunderbolt Mini Dock - $109.99, down from $129.99 Thunderbolt Hub - $139.99, down from $149.99 14-Port Thunderbolt Dock - $129.99, down from $279.99 Thunderbolt Go Dock - $299.99, down from $349.99 External Drives and Enclosures 4TB Mercury Elite Pro External Storage - $124.99, down from $199.99 16TB Mercury Elite Pro External Storage - $249.99, down from $379.99 8TB Mercury Elite Pro RAID External Storage - $249.99, down from $394.99 Memory 32GB Memory Upgrade Kit - $78.99, down from $89.98 64GB Memory Upgrade Kit - $154.99, down from $179.96 Miscellaneous 2M USB-C to USB-C Charging Cable - $2.99, down from $14.99 Matias Wireless Multi-Pairing Keyboard - $49.99, down from $69.00 Keep up with all of this week's best discounts on Apple products and related accessories in our dedicated Apple Deals roundup . Related Roundup: Apple Deals This article, Get Deep Discounts on OWC's Best Thunderbolt Docks, USB-C Hubs, Memory, and More Mac Accessories first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Put down your phone: How selfies and videos are ruining gym etiquette and invading privacy

Fitness centers and workout studios are starting to establish policies that prohibit shooting phone videos to protect people's privacy.

Creators of Sora-powered short explain AI-generated videos strengths and limitations

OpenAIs video generation tool Sora took the AI community by surprise in February with fluid, realistic video that seems miles ahead of competitors. But the carefully stage-managed debut left out a lot of details details that have been filled in by a filmmaker given early access to create a short using Sora. Shy Kids [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Ceretone Core One OTC Hearing Aids Review: Tiny and Barely Useful

These hearing aids are tiny and nearly invisible, but they arent terribly effective.

Top Stories: Apple Announces 'Let Loose' Event With New iPads and More Expected

New iPads are coming, and Apple is holding a virtual event to introduce them! While it appears likely to be a relatively short video event, we should be seeing new iPad Pro and iPad Air models, some new accessories, and perhaps some additional surprises. Other Apple news and rumors this week included word that Apple is FINALLY planning to introduce a native Calculator app for the iPad later this year, the release of a fresh round of betas for iOS 17.5 and related operating system updates, and perhaps the end of the road coming for Apple's FineWoven accessories, so read on below for details on these stories and more! Apple Announces 'Let Loose' Event on May 7 Apple this week announced that it will be holding its first event of the year on Tuesday, May 7, at 7 a.m. Pacific Time (10 a.m. Eastern Time). During the event, Apple is expected to unveil new iPad Pro and iPad Air models , along with updated Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard accessories. As always, there could be other surprises in store too. The event invitation has a tagline of Let Loose and includes an artistic render of an Apple Pencil. The event will be streamed on Apple.com and on YouTube, and we will have full coverage of everything announced. Tim Cook Hints at New Apple Pencil Just moments after Apple announced its Let Loose event taking place on May 7, Apple CEO Tim Cook hinted at a new Apple Pencil . Pencil us in for May 7, said Cook, in a post shared on social media platform X. The next-generation Apple Pencil is rumored to feature a new squeeze gesture for certain actions, and it may support Apple's Vision Pro headset starting with visionOS 2 later this year. Apple Finally Plans to Release a Calculator App for iPad Later This Year Apple is finally planning a Calculator app for the iPad , over 14 years after launching the device, according to a source familiar with the matter. iPadOS 18 will include a built-in Calculator app for all iPad models that are compatible with the update, which should be widely released in September. A revamped Calculator app for macOS 15 will likely be based on the iPad app. Apple Seeds Third Beta of iOS 17.5 to Developers Apple this week made the third betas of iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 available to developers and members of its public beta program for testing. iOS 17.5 introduces the ability to download select iPhone apps via the web in the EU , adds a new Quartiles game for Apple News+ subscribers in select countries, and hints at new iPad and Apple Pencil features . FineWoven Accessories May Get One Last Outing Before Apple Pulls Plug A leaker this week claimed that Apple had stopped production of FineWoven accessories following poor reviews from customers, but they later said that Apple may offer the accessories in one final set of new colors before discontinuing them for good. FineWoven is a fabric material that Apple introduced after it announced that it would no longer make leather accessories for the iPhone and other devices. Customers have complained about FineWoven accessories being prone to scratches and stains. Apple Vision Pro Customer Interest Dying Down at Some Retail Stores Apple launched its Vision Pro headset in the U.S. in early February, but a recent report claims that customer interest in the device has dramatically slowed . Apple said it will release the Vision Pro in additional countries later this year , and that will likely include the UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, Japan, China, Singapore, and South Korea. Vision Pro starts at $3,499, limiting customer demand for the device, but a less-expensive model will likely be released in the future. MacRumors Newsletter Each week, we publish an email newsletter like this highlighting the top Apple stories, making it a great way to get a bite-sized recap of the week hitting all of the major topics we've covered and tying together related stories for a big-picture view. So if you want to have top stories like the above recap delivered to your email inbox each week, subscribe to our newsletter ! Tag: Top Stories This article, Top Stories: Apple Announces 'Let Loose' Event With New iPads and More Expected first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

I played Fire Emblem Engage on easy mode, and it got me back into gaming

I allowed myself to play Fire Emblem Engage on the easiest possible mode, and it finally got me back into gaming. The first time I picked up a Fire Emblem game back in 2010, a friend told me that the only correct way to play is in Classic mode with permanent death. For some reason, I took that to heart, and I played each subsequent game ready to restart my console during every skirmish and story battle so that I didnt lose any of my friends. Due to unexpected upheavals in my personal life over the past few years, I mostly stopped gaming, even though I kept buying new titles I'd typically play. That included Persona 5: Royal , which I have yet to even touch, and Fire Emblem Engage , which sat sealed in my cabinet for over a year. I wanted to play Engage since I got my pre-ordered copy, but the mere thought of having to find the best class for all my units and having to grind by fighting one skirmish after another so that they can maximize their stats and not get killed in the battlefield was overwhelming. It felt like a chore and not at all appealing for someone who's trying to get back into gaming. One day, though, I decided to pop the cartridge into my Nintendo Switch and see if I could get anywhere. Upon being asked to choose a difficulty, I squashed the persistent voice in my head that kept saying: If you're not playing with permadeath, are you even playing Fire Emblem? As quickly as I could, I chose Normal difficulty, the easiest option available, and Casual mode that merely pulls units from a fight instead of killing them completely after they get defeated in battle. I had no idea whether I'd end up finishing the game when I started, but I did and I had tons of fun. The biggest reason why I was able to keep playing was because I didn't feel stressed like I did when I played Fates and Three Houses . I didn't have to plan out every single move on the battlefield, and I didn't have to look up other people's class choices for their units because a character that started as a swordsman might do better as a Wyvern Knight. I didn't have to keep notes like I usually do for strategy games. The only information I searched for online was the same-sex romance options for this installment's protagonist. It truly felt like I was playing to relax, which is something I've never said before in relation to a Fire Emblem game. In the grand scheme of things, having an internal conflict over a game's difficulty is really quite silly. But it's a reflection of how we tend to be harsher on ourselves than on other people, because I would never judge anybody else on how they want to play their games. Sure, winning battles and matches in more difficult modes will feel more rewarding, but not every gaming experience has to be a challenge. It's okay to play to decompress, to have some joy in your life and in my case, to get started after years of being in gaming limbo. Someday, I might pick up Engage again and play in Maddening difficulty, most likely in Casual mode now that I've broken free from the shackles of permadeath. That is, however, a long way off for now, I want to get through the titles I missed over the past five years one by one. I've started with the newest one in my collection, Eiyuden Chronicle , which I'm absolutely excited to play as a long-time Suikoden fan. And, yes, I'm still taking it easy on myself by playing it in the least difficult mode possible. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/i-played-fire-emblem-engage-on-easy-mode-and-it-got-me-back-into-gaming-120010358.html?src=rss

Why Germany ditched nuclear before coaland why it wont go back

The past year has seen record renewable power production nationwide.

Theres never been a better time to get into Fallout 76

Fallout 76 is good now. Actually, its always been good.

Apple sends out threat notifications in 92 countries warning about spyware

Apple recently notified a small number of iPhone customers in 92 countries that their phones may be under attack by mercenary spyware.

Keep your adventures well-lit with this $40 outdoor flashlight that doubles as a flame simulator

Macworld Spring is here and summer is on its way. For those taking to the outdoors, ensureyoure set upwith the right equipment, especially a reliable flashlight for getting around in the dark and exploring natures delights. Fortunately, you can get ambient lighting and a reliable power supply with this multi-purpose outdoor flashlight . Its on sale for only$39.99 (reg. $62) for a limited time. Offering ultra-bright LED lights for great visibility in almost any situation and COB technology for even beams, this portable flashlight is handy outdoor and travel accessory. Aside from providing powerful light, this flashlight additionally acts as a flame and fireplace simulator. You can create a cozy ambience with this flashlights realistic and adjustable flame settings all without setting an actual fire. Need a quick smartphone charge?This flashlight provides a 2,400mAh power bankthatsfueledby solar energy orcan bejuiced via a Type C charger.When full, it offers up to 24 hours of use time. Add this outdoor flashlight with a power bank and fireplace simulator to your hiking or camping arsenal for just $39.99. Outdoor Flashlight with Flame Simulator & 2400mAh Powerbank Only $39.99 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change. Accessories

FTC accuses Amazon executives of using Signals disappearing messages to destroy evidence

The FTC accused Amazon executives of using Signals disappearing message feature to destroy evidence relevant to the agencys antitrust investigation against the company

Apple ID Accounts Logging Out Users and Requiring Password Reset

There are widespread reports of Apple users being locked out of their Apple ID overnight for no apparent reason, requiring a password reset before they can log in again. Users say the sudden inexplicable Apple ID sign-out is occurring across multiple devices. When they attempt to sign in again they are locked out of their account and asked to reset their password in order to regain access. This has led to additional Apple ID issues for users with Stolen Device Protection enabled who are away from a trusted location, as well as any app-specific passwords previously set up in iCloud also being reset. As noted by 9to5Mac , user reports about the problem began appearing on social media at around 8 p.m. Eastern Time and became increasingly prevalent into the early hours of the morning . MacRumors staff members have also been affected by the service outage, which does not appear to have been picked up by Apple's own System Status webpage . We have contacted Apple for comment and will update readers if we hear back. Have you been affected by the Apple ID issue? Let us know in the comments. Tag: Apple ID This article, Apple ID Accounts Logging Out Users and Requiring Password Reset first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Climate change could become main driver of biodiversity decline by mid-century: Study

Climate change threatens biodiversity decline globally by mid-century, as land-use and climate changes lead to 2-11% biodiversity loss. Conservation, restoration, and natural solutions are crucial for safeguarding ecosystems.

Apple has reportedly resumed talks with OpenAI to build a chatbot for the iPhone

Apple has resumed conversations with OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, to power some AI features coming to iOS 18, according to a new report in Bloomberg . Apple is also building its own large language models to power some iOS 18 features, but its talks with OpenAI are centered around a chatbot/search component, according to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman. Apple is also reportedly in talks with Google to license Gemini, Googles own AI-powered chatbot, for iOS 18. Bloomberg reports that those talks are still on, and things could still go either way because Apple hasnt made a final decision on which companys technology to use. Its conceivable, Gurman says, that Apple could ultimately end up licensing AI tech from both companies or none of them. So far, Apple has been notably quiet about its AI efforts even as the rest of Silicon Valley has descended into an AI arms race. But it has dropped enough hints to indicate that its cooking up something. When the company announced its earnings in February, CEO Tim Cook said that Apple is continuing to work and invest in artificial intelligence and is excited to share the details of our ongoing work in that space later this year. It claimed that the brand new M3 MacBook Air that it launched last month was the worlds best consumer laptop for AI, and will reportedly start releasing AI-centric laptops and desktops later this year. And earlier this week, Apple also released a handful of open-source large language models that are designed to run locally on devices rather than in the cloud. Its still unclear what Apples AI features in iPhones and other devices will look like. Generative AI is still notoriously unreliable and prone to making up answers. Recent AI-powered gadgets like the Humane Ai Pin released to disastrous reviews , while others like the Rabbit R1 have yet to prove themselves valuable. Well find out more at WWDC on June 10. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apple-has-reportedly-resumed-talks-with-openai-to-build-a-chatbot-for-the-iphone-002302644.html?src=rss

Apple Asks Customers for Vision Pro Feedback

Apple has been soliciting Vision Pro feedback since the device launched, but this week, the company has picked up on sending out surveys. We've had several reports from Vision Pro customers who have been asked to share their thoughts about the device. Apple asks about Vision Pro satisfaction, environment usage, favorite features, what it's being used for, how often it's used, and how long usage sessions last. Apple also asks about guest mode and who else uses the Vision Pro, which is a curious question because it's not at all set up for multi-person usage. Some of the questions: Overall, how satisfied are you with your Vision Pro? What is your favorite feature or aspect of Apple Vision Pro so far? How often do you use your Apple Vision Pro? For how long do you typically wear your Apple Vision Pro before you decide to take it off? Who else uses your Vision Pro? Before taking the survey, did you know that you can let others use your Apple Vision Pro with the Guest User feature? Which of these activities do you do regularly on your Vision Pro? (with a long list of options) What types of video content are you most interested in watching on Apple Vision Pro? When using your Apple Vision Pro, how often are you immersed in an Environment? Whenever you're using apps on Apple Vision Pro, how often do you multitask? Have you set up your Persona to use in FaceTime ? How satisfied are you with how your Persona looks on Apple Vision Pro? Where is your Apple Vision Pro used most? Which of these accessories do you use with your Apple Vision Pro? (with a list that includes mice, cases, AirPods Pro , and more). What head band do you use most often with your Apple Vision Pro? How often do you use your Apple Vision Pro while the battery is connected to a power source? The survey is long and in-depth, and also goes into the other devices that each respondent owns. The uptick in Vision Pro survey distribution comes as there have been reports about waning interest in the headset. Over the weekend, Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman said that customers aren't as curious about the Vision Pro, with demand for demos in retail stores way down. At some locations, demos and sales have dropped from a couple of units a day to just a handful in a whole week. Vision Pro headset owners have also reported a decrease in usage, picking it up just once or twice a week rather than on a daily basis. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said on Tuesday that Apple is dropping the number of Apple Vision Pro units that it plans to ship, and he said it is a sign that demand in the U.S. has fallen sharply beyond expectations. Kuo believes that Apple needs to address the lack of key applications, price, and comfort without impacting user experience in order for the Vision Pro to ultimately see success in the future. Related Roundup: Apple Vision Pro Buyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: Apple Vision Pro This article, Apple Asks Customers for Vision Pro Feedback first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Apple Reignites Talks With OpenAI About Generative AI for iOS 18

Apple is once again talking with OpenAI about using OpenAI technology to power artificial intelligence features in iOS 18 , reports Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman . Apple held talks with OpenAI earlier in the year , but nothing had come of the discussion. Apple and OpenAI are now said to be speaking about the terms of a possible agreement and how Apple might utilize OpenAI features. Along with OpenAI, Apple is still having discussions with Google about licensing Google's Gemini AI. Apple has not come to a final decision, and Gurman suggests that the company could partner with both Google and OpenAI or pick another provider entirely. Rumors suggest that iOS 18 will have a major focus on AI , with Apple set to introduce AI functionality across the operating system. Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed in February that Apple plans to reak new ground in AI. We'll get a first look at the AI features that Apple has planned in just over a month, with iOS 18 set to debut at the Worldwide Developers Conference that kicks off on June 10. Related Roundup: iOS 18 Tag: Apple GPT This article, Apple Reignites Talks With OpenAI About Generative AI for iOS 18 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

How Rubriks IPO paid off big for Greylock VC Asheem Chandna

Asheem Chandna says he was so impressed with founder Bipul Sinha's grit and tech, he led Rubrik's $40 million Series B in 2015. 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Roborocks Robot VacuumsIncluding WIREDs Top PickAre on Sale Right Now

More like Robot Rock, am I right? (Sorry.) These are some of the best dust busters around, and theyre cheaper than usual.

Apple Event Next Month Said to Be 'Accompanied By an Event in London'

Apple's upcoming Let Loose event will be accompanied by an event in London, according to The Independent 's Andrew Griffin . The report does not provide any additional details about what will be happening in London, but it might simply be a briefing that allows journalists in the UK to receive hands-on time with the new iPads and other products that Apple is expected to announce next month. Apple has frequently invited the media to hands-on briefings in New York City , and it also held a briefing in Toronto, Canada for the new MacBook Air models last month. Apple's Let Loose event begins on Tuesday, May 7 at 7 a.m. Pacific Time, which will be 3 p.m. local time in London. New devices and accessories expected to be announced at the event include two new iPad Pro models, two new iPad Air models, an updated Apple Pencil, and a redesigned Magic Keyboard for iPads, and there is always a chance of a surprise or two. A video stream of the event will be available on Apple.com and on YouTube . Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has repeatedly said that he expects Apple to launch its Vision Pro headset in additional countries before its developers conference WWDC , which begins June 10 . Could the accompanying event in London allow journalists in the UK to receive hands-on time with the Vision Pro too? It could make sense for Apple to launch the Vision Pro internationally before it announces visionOS 2 at WWDC, and the UK is one of nine countries where the headset is expected to become available next. Of course, this is all just some pre-event speculation for fun based on a single sentence in a British newspaper. Apple's actual plans remain to be seen. Tag: May 2024 Apple Event This article, Apple Event Next Month Said to Be 'Accompanied By an Event in London' first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Putting Microsofts cratering Xbox console sales in context

Why declining quarterly numbers might not be awful news for Microsoft's gaming business.

Upgrade your streams with Logitechs Blue Snowball iCE microphone for new $26 low

Amazon is offering the Logitech for Creators Blue Snowball iCE USB Microphone for $25.99 shipped. Down from its $50 price tag, we saw it spend most of 2023 bouncing between its MSRP and a $40 low, with a few discounts taking things further down to $35. Since the start of the new year, we saw prices cut down to the former $30 low for the first time in years, with todays deal coming in as a 48% markdown off the going rate to carve out a new all-time low for the first time since 2014. more

Court upholds New York law that says ISPs must offer $15 broadband

New York obtains significant win for states' ability to regulate broadband.

Photo-sharing community EyeEm will license users photos to train AI if they dont delete them

EyeEm, the Berlin-based photo-sharing community that exited last year to Spanish company Freepik after going bankrupt, is now licensing its users photos to train AI models. Earlier this month, the company informed users via email that it was adding a new clause to its Terms & Conditions that would grant it the rights to upload [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Hands-On With the Rabbit r1 Pocket AI Assistant

With the rise of ChatGPT and large language models (LLMs), AI-dedicated devices have started coming out. The Humane AI pin was widely lambasted earlier this month when it launched, and now the Rabbit r1 AI assistant is out. With rumors that Apple is delving into AI in a big way, we thought we'd check out the Rabbit r1 to see what it can do and how it measures up to an iPhone . Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Priced at $200, the Rabbit is a square-shaped pocket assistant that can answer questions, look up information, interface with food delivery and ride sharing services, play music, translate languages, and more. It's a cute little device that looks right at home with the Playdate from Panic, but most of what it can do can already be done with an iPhone. Unlike the Humane AI Pin, the Rabbit r1 has a screen that you can interact with, which makes it much more functional. It comes with an old school scroll wheel for navigating the UI, and there's a built-in camera for recognizing objects. It is Wi-Fi only by default, but you can add a SIM card, which is an added cost. As a first-generation device, the r1 isn't perfect. The setup process is bare bones without tips on how to use the device or what it's able to do. You'll almost certainly need to visit the website to figure out how to use it if you pick one of these up, so it could do with some on-device instruction to make using it smoother. There are, for example, hidden controls like shaking the device to get to the settings, and the settings are the only way to activate the terminal for typing. The idea with the Rabbit r1 is to be less reliant on a smartphone, so there's no app for it. That's kind of a hassle if you want to get to the photos and other information that you've stored on it, because it's only accessible through the Rabbit Hole website. You can hook up services like Spotify, but it's not super smart about suggesting songs. Asking it to play liked songs, for example, resulted in random song selections. The option to translate works well, but it can be slow, and it's tough to get to. In some tests, ordering food was successful, but not without hiccups. We didn't test placing an order ourselves, but YouTuber Quinn Nelson did and the AI placed the order but didn't ask for guidance on a tip and ended up being overly generous and tipping the highest suggested amount. The Rabbit r1 can summarize documents, a task that it's decent at, but that's not really something that a smartphone can't do. It is good at recognizing what's around through the camera, but some things, like a classic Mac, did trip it up. We need to spend more time testing the Rabbit r1, but so far, it seems like a neat device but also an unnecessary one that isn't quite ready to replace a smartphone. Have an opinion on the r1? Let us know in the comments below. Tag: Artificial Intelligence This article, Hands-On With the Rabbit r1 Pocket AI Assistant first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

The FTC accuses Amazon of using Signals auto-deleting messages to erase evidence

According to a court document viewed by Engadget, the Federal Trade Commission accused Amazon of using Signals disappearing messages feature to conceal communications as part of its antitrust suit against the company . The FTC says the retailer continued to auto-delete its communications even after the agency notified it that it was under investigation and asked it to preserve them. Founder and former CEO Jeff Bezos and current CEO Andy Jassy are among the accused. For years, Amazons top executives, including founder and former CEO Jeff Bezos, discuss[ed] sensitive business matters, including antitrust, over the Signal encrypted-messaging app instead of email, the FTC wrote in the full document, acquired by (Bezos-owned) The Washington Post . These executives turned on Signals disappearing message feature, which irrevocably destroys messages, even after Amazon was on notice that Plaintiffs were investigating its conduct. The FTC wants a federal judge to compel Amazon to provide documents related to its data handling. The government agency says the retailer didnt disclose its Signal use until March 2022, ahead of a Wall Street Journal article highlighting the covert practice. Although the contents of deleted messages are impossible to recover, the app shows when a user turns the disappearing message feature on, off, or changes the timer for deletions, leaving breadcrumbs showing that Amazon executives deletions were widespread, the document reads. From the messages that were not deleted, it is apparent that Amazon executives used Signal to talk about competition-related business issues. The issue appears to be an increasingly common business practice in Silicon Valley. Last year, the DOJ accused Google of routinely destroying its internal chat histories , which it was required to preserve under federal law. In addition, before Elon Musk bought Twitter and changed its name to X, the company asked a judge to sanction the Tesla founder for using Signals auto-deletion to withhold messages sent through the app . In addition to Bezos and Jassy, The Washington Post reports that the full document names General Counsel David Zapolsky, former CEO of Worldwide Consumer Jeff Wilke and former CEO of Worldwide Operations Dave Clark as participating in the practice. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-ftc-accuses-amazon-of-using-signals-auto-deleting-messages-to-erase-evidence-205431161.html?src=rss

Ankers self-washing Clean X9 Pro robot vacuum and mop hits new $600 low ($300 off)

Ankers spring sale will be ending in a few days, and since our last coverage, weve noticed some price drops on major autonomous cleaning units, like the eufy Clean X9 Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop with Auto-Clean Station for $599.99 shipped , after using the on-page promo code WSPEV28THQAQ at checkout for $300 off . Normally $900, it saw a few discounts over 2023 since its release back in July, with the majority of them falling to the same $650 low especially during Black Friday and Christmas sales. Todays deal comes in as an even better 33% markdown off the going rate, giving you $300 in savings and landing at a new all-time low that beats its Black Friday and Christmas rates. Youll find this price matched over at Amazon as well. more

Meta AI tested: Doesnt quite justify its own existence, but free is free

Metas new large language model, Llama 3, powers the imaginatively named Meta AI, a newish chatbot that the social media and advertising company has installed in as many of its apps and interfaces as possible. How does this model stack up against other all-purpose conversational AIs? It tends to regurgitate a lot of web search [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Juiced Bikes takes $300 off two e-bikes for limited-time flash sales starting from $1,149

Juiced Bikes has launched a weekend flash sale on its CrossCurrent X Ultimate Commuter e-bike that also comes with a free portable air pump for $1,999 shipped . Down from its $2,199 price tag, weve seen this model go for much less in the past, mainly during Black Friday and Christmas sales that dropped costs to $1,499 and to the $1,399 low. In the new year weve seen a handful of flash sales that brought the price down to various rates, with Valentines Day seeing the best deal in the form of a buy one get one half off sale. Todays deal is a solid $300 markdown off the going rate and also gives you a reliable and compact device to keep your tires filled and ready. Currently, only the red colorway is available as the black and silver colorways are sold out. You can learn more about the CrossCurrent X by heading below the fold or checking out our coverage over at Electrek . more

Android TV has access to your entire accountbut Google is changing that

Should sideloading Chrome on an old smart TV really compromise your entire account?

Apples latest HomePod 2 drops to $250 low (Reg. $299), HomePod mini at $70

Through the end of the weekend, Best Buy is offering Apples latest HomePod 2 for $249.99 shipped . Both Midnight black and white styles are available as $49 discounts from the usual $299 going rate. This is the best offer weve seen to date, too. The last mention was $269, and we have seen some member-only Costco deals. But now, everyone can save $49 and score the best HomePod 2 price yet. more

Drake deletes AI-generated Tupac track after Shakurs estate threatened to sue

Drake apparently learned it isnt wise to mess with Tupac Shakur even decades after his untimely death. Billboard first spotted that the Canadian hip-hop artist deleted the X (Twitter) post with his track Taylor Made Freestyle, which used an AI-generated recreation of Shakurs voice to try to get under Kendrick Lamars skin. The takedown came after an attorney representing the late hip-hop legend threatened to sue the Canadian rapper for his unauthorized use of Tupacs voice if he didnt remove it from social channels within 24 hours. However, the track was online for a week and unsurprisingly has been copiously reposted. The Estate is deeply dismayed and disappointed by your unauthorized use of Tupacs voice and personality, Howard King, the attorney representing Shakurs estate, wrote earlier this week in a cease-and-desist letter acquired by Billboard . Not only is the record a flagrant violation of Tupacs publicity and the estates legal rights, it is also a blatant abuse of the legacy of one of the greatest hip-hop artists of all time. The Estate would never have given its approval for this use. 2PAC.com King implied that using Shakurs voice to diss Lamar was an especially egregious show of disrespect. Lamar, a 17-time Grammy winner and Pulitzer recipient, has spoken frequently about his deep admiration for Tupac, and the Oakland rappers estate says the feelings are mutual. The unauthorized, equally dismaying use of Tupacs voice against Kendrick Lamar, a good friend to the Estate who has given nothing but respect to Tupac and his legacy publicly and privately, compounds the insult, King wrote in a cease-and-desist letter. Drakes track also included an AI-generated clone of Snoop Doggs voice. The Doggystyle rapper and cannabis aficionado appeared surprised in a social post last week: They did what? When? How? Are you sure? He continued, Why everybody calling my phone, blowing me up? What the fuck? What happened? Whats going on? Im going back to bed. Good night. However, the one-time Doggy Fizzle Televizzle host has a history of poker-faced coyness. Last year, he took to Instagram to solemnly announce he was giving up smoke, leading to rampant speculation about why the stoner icon would quit his favorite pastime. Soon after, his announcement was revealed as a PR stunt for Solo Stove which, marketing gimmicks aside, makes some terrific bonfire pits . This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/drake-deletes-ai-generated-tupac-track-after-shakurs-estate-threatened-to-sue-191810881.html?src=rss

Hackers try to exploit WordPress plugin vulnerability thats as severe as it gets

WP Automatic plugin patched, but release notes don't mention the critical fix.

So are we banning TikTok or what? Also: Can an influencer really tank an $800M company?

Welcome to Startups Weekly your weekly recap of everything you cant miss from the world of startups. Sign up here to get it in your inbox every Friday. Ticktock, TikTok: Its been a wild week for TikTok. Even as the company starts testing its Twitter competitor in certain marketsand launches its luxury secondhand shop [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Aaron Sorkin is working on a Jan. 6-focused follow-up to The Social Network

Aaron Sorkin has announced that hes currently writing a followup script to The Social Network , according to The Hollywood Reporter . He broke the news during an episode of The Town podcast that centered on how Facebook and social media have influenced democracy in the years since his Oscar-winning hit. The first film chronicled the early days of Mark Zuckerbergs social network and starred Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield and Justin Timberlake, among others. Sorkin is cagey on the actual details of the new script, but it looks to follow Facebook throughout the Trump era. He went on to tell the podcast hosts that he actually blames the social media site for the January 6 riots that claimed the lives of five people and led to the injuries of more than 140 police officers . Look, yeah, Ill be writing about this, Sorkin told podcast hosts Matthew Belloni and Peter Hamby. I blame Facebook for January 6. He didnt give any reason as to why he blames Facebook for the attack on the capitol, telling the podcast hosts that they will have to buy a movie ticket. Facebook, Google, Twitter and Reddit were all subpoenaed as part of the investigation into January 6. Lawmakers have suggested that Facebook didnt take the proper steps to handle the Stop the Steal movement, which was organized on the platform, and that it didnt recognize the danger posed by these groups until after the violence in DC. Whistleblower Frances Haugen told Congress that Facebook disbanded its civic integrity team after the 2020 election. She also has said that Facebook knew its algorithms and platforms promoted harmful content and that it failed to deploy internally recommended or lasting countermeasures. According to Haugen, the company chose profits over safety. Sorkin has obviously been paying attention to all of this, saying in the same interview that Facebook has been, among other things, tuning its algorithm to promote the most divisive material possible. Because that is what will increase engagement. He further dinged the company by suggesting that theres supposed to be a constant tension at Facebook between growth and integrity. There isnt. Theres just growth. Now, dont go heading to your local multiplex to buy a ticket for The Social Network 2: Electric Boogaloo just yet. The script is still in the early stages and Sorkin hasnt announced a partnership with any studio to get the film made. This also isnt his first attempt to get something like this off the ground. He was previously working on a script entirely about January 6, but it didnt move forward. It remains to be seen if some aspects of that script will end up in followup to The Social Network , should it actually get made. He told the Happy Sad Confused podcast that he would only push to make a sequel to The Social Network if David Fincher returned to direct it. If a studio does sign on to make this project, which is fairly likely given the success of the 2010 film, it leaves me with two glaring questions. Can Jesse Eisenberg grow a sweet beard and what are his thoughts on ultra-premium livestock ? This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/aaron-sorkin-is-working-on-a-jan-6-focused-follow-up-to-the-social-network-190010714.html?src=rss

The 17 Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now

From Road House to Bottoms, these are the must-watch films on Amazon Prime Video.

USs power grid continues to lower emissionseverything else, not so much

Excluding one pandemic year, emissions are lower than they've been since the 1980s.

Amazon confirms that Prime Day 2024 is set for July

Amazon Prime Day turns ten years old in 2024! The company is celebrating that milestone by offering its first announcement about the summer sale but still keeping some of the excitement wrapped up at the same time. Amazon is confirming that Prime Day 2024 will arrive in July as the tenth installment of the savings event. more

JBL Authentics 200 smart speaker with Google Assistant drops to $279 (Reg. $350)

Amazon is now offering the JBL Authentics 200 Smart Speaker with Google Assistant for $279 shipped. This is a 20% price cut from the usual $350 going rate it just launched with last fall. Todays offer is not only one of the first deals so far, but also one of the best. Its the second lowest price to date and comes within $4 of the all-time low from back in February. The Authentics lineup first debuted at the tail end of the summer last year to deliver a more flagship listening experience packed with Google Assistant features. Scope out our hands-on review and get more details on the lineup below. more

The Quest for Extended Detection and Response (XDR): Unraveling Cybersecuritys Next Generation

Embarking on an exploration of the extended detection and response (XDR) sector wasnt just another research project for me; it was a The post The Quest for Extended Detection and Response (XDR): Unraveling Cybersecuritys Next Generation appeared first on Gigaom .

Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra falls to a new low, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals

Another week is coming to a close, which means it's time for another roundup of good tech deals. This week's highlights include a new low on Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra , which is $200 off and down to $1,100 for an unlocked model. That's not exactly cheap, no, but any savings should be welcome for what we consider the best premium Android phone . Elsewhere, a trio of recommendations from our wireless earbuds buying guide are on sale, including Bose's QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds for $249, Google's Pixel Buds Pro for $135 and Anker's Soundcore Space A40 for $49. Apple's latest MacBook Air has dropped to a new low of $989 as well, while Best Buy has the HomePod mini down to $70 in a rare discount. Other gadgets we like are discounted beyond that, so here are the best tech deals from this week that you can still get today. Follow @EngadgetDeals on Twitter and subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter for the latest tech deals and buying advice. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/samsungs-galaxy-s24-ultra-falls-to-a-new-low-plus-the-rest-of-the-weeks-best-tech-deals-181055583.html?src=rss

Nikons Z8 is a phenomenal mirrorless camera for the price

Nikon is arguably the world's most famous camera brand, but with the decline of DSLRs it has lagged behind Canon and Sony. In 2022, it released the Z9 , a flagship mirrorless camera that could finally hold its own against rivals, but the $5,500 price tag put it out of reach for most. To appeal to a wider audience, Nikon unveiled the Z8 last year with the same sensor and nearly the same specs as the Z9 for $1,700 less. With a 45-megapixel stacked sensor and the latest Expeed 7 image processor, the Z8 can do everything from sports to wildlife to scenic photography. It's also a powerful video camera, offering 8K RAW internal capture at up to 60 fps. The only other model that can really compare in terms of speed, resolution and video is the Sony A1 , but it costs a whopping $2,200 more. To find out how the Z8 stacks up against that model and others, I rented a Z8 and shot with it around Vancouver, Canada with my photographer cousin. Body and handling Design-wise, you can think of the Z8 as the Z9 with the battery grip chopped off. It's still a chunky camera at 910 grams (2 pounds), though, compared to 737 grams for the Sony A1. That might suit pros or those who like a larger camera body, but the size and weight aren't ideal for travel. By the way, a $346 battery grip ( the MB-N12 ) with secondary controls is available for the Z8, effectively transforming it into a Z9 for far less money. The Z8 has a nice big grip and all the controls you'd expect, including a joystick, D-Pad style menu control, switch for camera/video settings and front and rear dials. Nikon users will enjoy the layout as it's largely similar to past models, but everything is just different enough that it may feel awkward for users coming from other brands. Unlike the A1, the Z8 features a display on top that shows key settings like shutter, aperture and battery life. Although it takes up space that could be used by buttons or dials, it's a handy way to see everything at a glance and I miss it now on models that don't have it. If you do have to dive into the menus, they take a bit of getting used to, but work well once you're over the learning curve. One of the key negative points is the lack of a fully articulating display. Instead, the rear 3.2-inch 2.36-million dot screen only tilts up and down and to the left or right. That's too bad, because the Z8 could be a powerful vlogging camera and a flip-out display is must for that type of work (especially as it makes solo shooting easier). The 3.69 million-dot electronic viewfinder is a bit low-res for a camera in this price range, especially compared to the 9.4 million-dot display on the Sony A1. Even Canon's cheaper R5 has a 5.76 million dot display that makes it substantially easier to check focus. Battery life is on the weak side at 420 shots (one to two hours of video shooting depending on resolution), compared to 490 shots for the Canon R5 and 530 for the A1, according to CIPA ratings. Again, though, you can nearly double that with the battery grip. Other notable features include UHS-II and CFexpress B memory card slots, a full-sized HDMI port for external capture, as well as two separate USB-C ports for power delivery and data. Performance With the fastest high-resolution stacked sensor out there, the Z8 is unbelievably quick for a 45-megapixel camera. You can shoot RAW photos at 20 fps, a bit slower than the A1's 30 fps RAW capability, but the Z8 can shoot 30 fps in JPEG mode. It can handle 40 uncompressed RAW frames before the buffer fills, but can store more compressed images if you have a fast CFexpress card. The hybrid phase-detect autofocus is Nikon's best to date due to the upgraded image processor, stacked sensor and huge number of AF tracking points. It offers reliable subject tracking, and the face, eye and animal detection is fast and accurate as well. In fact, the company has said it's nearly identical to the far more expensive Z9 as of the latest firmware. That said, the Z8's AF isnt quite as dependable as Sonys A1 when shooting at the highest speeds. It occasionally had trouble tracking subjects, in particular those moving toward the camera, resulting in some out-of-focus shots. The Z8 (and Z9) is quite sensitive to setup, so it's best to fine-tune the AF settings until it works the way you want. Theres no mechanical shutter, but the Z8s sensor is fast enough that rolling shutter isnt an issue, even on fast-moving objects like airplane propellers. The 5-axis in-body stabilization reduces shake by six stops, enough to get sharp photos down to a quarter second or so. Thats superior to the A1, but falls way short of the EOS R5s 8 stops. Image quality The Z8 has the same excellent sensor as the Z9, so of course image quality is identical in all respects. With 45.7 megapixels on tap, it delivers sharp photos on par with the 50-megapixel A1 and second only to Sonys 60 MP A7R V in the full-frame realm. Dynamic range is also outstanding, arguably a touch better than the A1. JPEG images are bright and punchy straight out of the camera, with the best results in terms of colors from the Natural Light Auto white balance setting. Colors are accurate, though skin-tones arent quite as warm as Canons R3 or R5. Meanwhile, the 14-bit RAW images hold plenty of detail that can be teased out in Lightroom or ON1, particularly in the highlights. Like the Z9, the Z8 no longer has an uncompressed option, but now offers lossless compression and two high-efficiency lossy modes. I typically used the RAW setting with the highest compression, because it's super efficient and frankly, I can't see any difference between that and lossless compressed RAW. The Z8 performs reasonably well in low-light, too. Grain is well-controlled up to about ISO 6400, and shots are usable at ISO 12800. Beyond that, noise can become distracting. That lines up with Canons R5, but Sonys A1 performs a bit better in dim lighting. Video The Z8s video specs are pretty mind-blowing for a non-cinema camera and exceed the A1s capabilities. You can shoot RAW video at up to 8K 60p in Nikons 12-bit N-RAW or 8K 30p with 12-bit ProRes RAW HQ internally, to CFexpress cards only, of course. It also captures 4K video oversampled from the full width of the sensor at up to 60p, and full-width 4K up to 120p again, all in RAW. It's worth noting that Nikon recently purchased RED cameras, so it now owns the RED RAW video patent that stymied so many other companies, including Apple. It'll be interesting to see if Nikon loosens up that enforcement, and if the acquisition impacts the tech in its own future models. As with photos, video autofocus is fast and reliable, while doing a good job tracking subjects, faces and animals. It can handle challenging situations like subjects moving toward the camera, though again, not quite as well as the A1. Rhonda Dent for Engadget 8K and 4K oversampled video is extremely sharp. Colors are accurate, but again, skin tones arent quite as pretty as on Canons latest models. Dynamic range is top-notch, particularly in the ISO 400-800 level in ProRes mode, making it easy to adjust shadows and highlights in post. If you love shooting ProRes footage, be sure to get some high-capacity CFexpress cards, because the files can get huge. One area where the Z9 bests the Z8 in video is with thermal performance, as the Z9s larger body allows for 125 minutes of 8K 60p recording compared to 90 for the Z8 before overheating. There are very few content creators that will need to continuously shoot 8K video for that long, however. Wrap-up Nikons Z8 is an extremely capable camera and shows that the company should offer as much speed and power as possible if it wants to catch up to Canon and Sony. For many hybrid shooters, the Z8 is a better option than Sonys A1, particularly when it comes to video. While it does out-spec the Sony in a number of areas, the Z8's autofocus isnt quite as good and that's arguably the most important feature on any camera. Shooters who require a mechanical shutter (for flash photography, etc.) will also need to look elsewhere. Another 8K-capable full-frame mirrorless model is Canons R5 that falls short of both models in many regards, but is cheaper at $3,200. A decision to buy this camera might be based on what system and lenses youre already into. However, if I was starting from scratch, Id go for the Z8 over Sonys A1, as you get the camera plus a very good lens for the same amount of money. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/nikons-z8-is-a-phenomenal-mirrorless-camera-for-the-price-180209073.html?src=rss

Some of our favorite Bose headphones and earbuds are back to all-time low prices

Amazon has some of the highest-rated Bose headphones on sale for record-low prices. That includes the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones , which have best-in-class active noise cancellation (ANC). Usually $429, the wireless cans are now only $379, matching an all-time low. Engadgets Billy Steele praised the headphones sound, ANC and comfort in our review, but he also found them a bit expensive at their standard retail price, so this sale could be the right time to snag a pair. The headphones are comfortable for long listening sessions with enough battery life to keep up. Although their Immersive Audio spatial listening mode is a bit hit-or-miss (and not for everyone), the feature pairs incredibly well with some tracks and genres. The headphones are our runner-up picks in Engadgets noise-canceling headphones guid e. Battery life is impressive, and our review unit surpassed Boses claims of 24 hours with ANC turned on or 18 hours with ANC and Immersive Audio activated. In Engadgets testing for the latter mode, the headphones still had 30 percent remaining after 20 hours of listening. They have a streamlined design with fewer physical navigation buttons than the standard QuietComfort variant, giving them sleeker aesthetics. That includes metal in their headband and hinge (with no visible screws). Amazon also has several other Bose products on sale . The highly rated QuietComfort Ultra earbuds , which have similar features in a compact in-ear form factor, are available for $50 off ($249). They also include a spatial audio mode and have impressive ANC to block out your environment when working or commuting. Theyre our pick for the best noise cancellation in Engadgets wireless earbuds buying guide . If spatial audio algorithms arent your cup of tea, you can save $100 on the standard Bose QuietComfort headphones . They also have leading noise-blocking and high-quality audio, lacking only the illusion of sitting in an acoustic Immersive Audio sweet spot. They offer 24-hour battery life and multipoint connectivity to switch between several source devices easily. Bose also has the same sale on its website, a good option if you dont have Amazon Prime . You can hit up the complete sale for details. Follow @EngadgetDeals on Twitter and subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter for the latest tech deals and buying advice. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/some-of-our-favorite-bose-headphones-and-earbuds-are-back-to-all-time-low-prices-180039087.html?src=rss

elago brings Game Boy Advance SP vibes to its newest MagSafe charging stand

elago is launching a new MagSafe charging dock today that looks like a Game Boy Advance SP. The new MS W5 Charging Stand debut with a retro design thats a bit more recent than some of the other throwback-themed accessories weve seen from elago and channels the vibes of Nintendos folding handheld. more

The IBM-HashiCorp coupling could be more complicated than it seems

At a quick glance the IBM-HashiCorp deal seems like a good one for both sides, but upon closer inspection, perhaps not. 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Curio raises funds for Rio, an AI news anchor in an app

AI may be inching its way into the newsroom, as outlets like Newsweek, Sports Illustrated, Gizmodo, VentureBeat, CNET and others have experimented with articles written by AI. But while most respectable journalists will condemn this use case, there are a number of startups that think AI can enhance the news experience at least on [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Microsoft open-sources infamously weird, RAM-hungry MS-DOS 4.00 release

DOS 4.00 was supposed to add multitasking to the OS, but it was not to be.

Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air with the M3 chip has never been cheaper

Apple's latest MacBook Air with the new M3 chip just hit its lowest price yet at Amazon. The retailer is taking $110 off the laptop's list price, which is $10 cheaper than the sale price of $999 its been hitting lately . That's not a huge difference, but still represents a new low for the two-month-old laptop. The discount applies to all four colorways of the entry-level 13-inch model, which gives you 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. If you need more memory, you can get the model with 16GB , which is down to $1,399, or $100 off, at Amazon and Best Buy . We think the 13-inch MacBook Air with the M3 chip is the best laptop for most people and, unsurprisingly, it's also our top pick for the best MacBook you can buy. Engadget's Devindra Hardawar gave it a score of 90 in his review when the computer came out last month. It's slim and light yet sturdy, and the keyboard and trackpads are comfortable to use. The bright display is accurate and the battery will far outlast a typical workday. The new chip gives the notebook a performance boost according to our benchmark testing, though Devindra didn't feel a noticeable difference when it came to performing real-world tasks loading apps, editing photos and multitasking was just as speedy using the previous MacBook Air with the M2 chip. In fact, we noted when the M3 Air was released that the M2 model is now an even better buy thanks to a permanent price cut and proven stellar performance . It's still part of Apple's official MacBook lineup and Engadget's Daniel Cooper points out , he fact its available as the budget option is almost a flex . Right now the base level 13-inch MacBook Air with the M2 chip is down to $849 at Amazon. That's $150 off the list price and the lowest price we've tracked. If you don't need the absolute latest chip, it's a great buy right now. Follow @EngadgetDeals on Twitter and subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter for the latest tech deals and buying advice. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apples-13-inch-macbook-air-with-the-m3-chip-has-never-been-cheaper-172604636.html?src=rss

Govee outdoor LED strip lights color your home for year-round decoration starting at $55 low

The official Govee Amazon storefront is offering its 32.8-foot RGBIC Pro Outdoor Strip Lights for $54.99 shipped, after clipping the on-page $15 off coupon . Already down from its $90 price tag, these strip lights have only seen two official discounts since its release back in October, with Black Friday dropping costs to $76 and an earlier April discount dropping it to $70. Todays deal comes on the heels of this recent discount as a combined 39% markdown off the going rate that lands as a new all-time low. Youll also find the 65.6-foot strip lights at $110 , down from $140, and the 98.4-foot strip lights at $140, down from $190. Just be sure to clip those on-page coupons! more

Whats on Apple TV+ this week: The Big Door Prize season 2 is now streaming

Macworld Apple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+ , its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies. This guide will list all the Apple TV+ content you can watch today, divided into episodic shows or series and movies. Theres also a ton of new content in the works for Apples $9.99-a-month service. If you want to know whats on the way, check out our list of upcoming Apple TV+ shows and movies . Updated 04/26/24: The second season of The Big Door Prize is now streaming. u003cbru003eMentioned IN THIS story Apple TV 4K (2022, 3. Gen.) 128GB WiFi + Ethernet Read our review Price When Reviewed: 64GB $129 | 128GB $149 Best Prices Today: $129 at Apple Whats new on Apple TV+ The Big Door Prize (season 2) Released: April 24, 2024 Jane (season 2) Released: April 19, 2024 Argylle Released: April 12, 2024 Franklin Released: April 12, 2024 Sugar Released: April 5, 2024 Girls State Released: April 5, 2024 Loot (season 2) Released: April 3, 2024 Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock (season 2) Released: March 29, 2024 STEVE! (martin): A documentary in two pieces Released: March 29, 2024 Best shows on Apple TV+ Theres far too much content on Apple TV+ to sift through it all yourself. If youre looking for something to watch and dont know where to start, here are a few of the Macworld staffs favorite shows, series, and movies. Bad Sisters Synopsis: A dark comedy about a group of Irish sisters who find themselves at the center of a life insurance investigation after John Paulthe abusive husband to one of the sistersdies unexpectedly. Number of seasons: 1 Release date: August 19, 2022 Black Bird Synopsis: A gripping miniseries about a convicted con artist who works for the FBI to try to get a serial killers confession before he is released from prison. Based on the true story of James Keene and Larry Hall. Number of seasons: 1 Release date: July 8, 2022 For All Mankind Synopsis: What if the U.S.S.R. put a man on the moon before the U.S.? How would the ensuing space race change history throughout the decades? Thats the high concept behind this gripping big-budget sci-fi series. Number of seasons: 4 Release date: November 1, 2019 Mythic Quest Synopsis: A lighthearted workplace comedy about a game development studio and the big egos and personal conflicts that happen within. Its goofy good fun but sometimes quite touching. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: February 7, 2020 Physical Synopsis: Even if youre not old enough to remember the aerobics craze in the 80s, Physical will give you all the big hair and leotard vibes. Starting Rose Byrne as an alternate-universe Jane Fonda, this dark comedy will keep you laughing, guessing, and sweating with plot twists and crisp writing. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: June 18, 2021 Severance Synopsis: A combination of dystopian sci-fi drama and workplace comedy about a company where employees are severedwhen at work, they cant remember their outside lives, and vice-versa. Number of seasons: 1 Release date: February 18, 2022 Shrinking Synopsis: A surprisingly quick-witted comedy about a therapist who has trouble dealing with the death of his wife and his eccentric patients. Number of seasons: 1 Release date: January 27, 2023 Slow Horses Synopsis: Gary Oldman turns in a great performance as the cranky leader of a band of misfit spies. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: April 1, 2022 Ted Lasso Synopsis: Apples fish-out-of-water comedy/drama about a midwestern college football coach who heads to England to coach Premiere League soccer is a breakout hit for good reason. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: August 14, 2020 The Morning Show Synopsis: Big star power and a fantastic performance by Jenniffer Aniston highlight this fast-paced drama that goes behind the scenes of a fictional morning news program. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: November 1, 2019 Apple TV+ shows and series These are all the episodic series you can currently watch on Apple TV+, including both recurring and limited series. This list is in alphabetical order. Title Premiere Seasons / Episodes 1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything May 21, 2021 8 episodes Acapulco October 8, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Amazing Stories March 6, 2020 1 season, 5 episodes Amber Brown July 29, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Bad Sisters August 19, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Becoming You November 13, 2020 1 season, 6 episodes Best Foot Forward July 22, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Big Beasts April 21, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Black Bird July 8, 2022 6 episodes Boom! Boom! The World vs Boris Becker April 7, 2023 2 episodes The Buccaneers November 8, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Calls March 19, 2021 1 season, 9 episodes Carpool Karaoke August 8, 2017 5 seasons, 75 episodes Central Park May 29, 2020 3 seasons, 39 episodes Circuit Breakers November 11, 2022 1 season, 7 episodes City on Fire May 12, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Constellation February 21, 2024 1 season, 8 episodes Criminal Record January 10, 2024 1 season, 8 episodes Curses! October 27, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Dear Edward February 3, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Dear June 5, 2020 2 seasons, 20 episodes Defending Jacob April 24, 2020 8 episodes Dickinson November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 30 episodes Doug Unplugs November 13, 2020 2 seasons, 26 episodes Dr. Brain November 3, 2021 1 season, 6 episodes Drops of God April 21, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Duck & Goose July 8, 2022 2 seasons, 17 episodes Earth at Night in Color December 4, 2020 2 seasons, 12 episodes Earthsounds February 23, 2024 1 season, 12 episodes Echo 3 November 23, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes El Deafo January 7, 2022 3 episodes Eva the Owlet March 31, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Extrapolations March 17, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Five Days at Memorial August 12, 2022 8 episodes For All Mankind November 1, 2019 4 seasons, 40 episodes Foundation September 24, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock January 21, 2022 2 seasons, 27 episodes Fraggle Rock: Rock On! April 21, 2020 1 season, 6 episodes Frog and Toad April 28, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Get Rolling with Otis October 8, 2021 2 seasons, 18 episodes Ghostwriter November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 39 episodes Greatness Code July 10, 2020 2 seasons, 13 episodes Gutsy September 9, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Harriet the Spy November 19, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Hello Tomorrow! February 17, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show November 5, 2021 2 seasons, 16 episodes Helpsters November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 40 episodes Helpsters Help You April 24, 2020 6 episodes High Desert May 17, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Hijack June 28, 2023 7 episodes Home April 17, 2020 2 season, 19 episodes Home Before Dark April 3, 2020 2 seasons, 20 episodes Interrupting Chicken November 18, 2022 2 seasons, 17 episodes Invasion October 22, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Jane April 14, 2023 2 seasons, 15 episodes John Lennon: Murder Without A Trial December 6, 2023 3 episodes Lessons in Chemistry October 13, 2023 8 episodes Liaison February 24, 2023 1 season, 6 episodes Life by Ella September 2, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Lincolns Dilemma February 18, 2022 4 episodes Liseys Story June 4, 2021 8 episodes Little America January 17, 2020 2 seasons, 16 episodes Little Voice July 10, 2020 1 season, 9 episodes Long Way Up September 18, 2020 11 episodes Loot June 24, 2022 2 seasons, 20 episodes Losing Alice January 22, 2021 1 season, 8 episodes Lovely Little Farm June 10, 2022 2 seasons, 14 episodes Make or Break April 29, 2022 2 seasons, 15 episodes Manhunt March 15, 2024 7 episodes Masters of the Air January 26, 2024 9 episodes Messi Meets America October 11, 2023 6 episodes Messis World Cup: Rise of a Legend February 21, 2024 4 episodes Monarch: Legacy of Monsters November 17, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Monster Factory March 17, 2023 6 episodes Mr. Corman August 6, 2021 1 season, 10 episodes My Kind of Country March 24, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Mythic Quest February 7, 2020 3 seasons, 30 episodes Now and Then May 20, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes One-of-a-Kind Marcie August 18, 2023 39 min. Oprah Talks COVID-19 March 21, 2020 1 season, 13 episodes Oprahs Book Club November 1, 2019 1 season, 14 episodes Pachinko March 25, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Palm Royale March 20, 2024 10 episodes Physical June 18, 2021 3 seasons, 30 episodes Pinecone & Pony April 8, 2022 2 seasons, 16 episodes Platonic May 24, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Prehistoric Planet May 23, 2022 2 season, 10 episodes Pretzel and the Puppies February 11, 2022 2 seasons, 18 episodes Puppy Place October 15, 2021 2 seasons, 16 episodes Real Madrid: Until the End March 10, 2023 3 episodes Roar April 15, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Sago Mini Friends September 16, 2022 2 seasons, 19 episodes Schmigadoon! July 16, 2021 2 seasons, 12 episodes See November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 24 episodes Servant November 28, 2019 4 seasons, 40 episodes Severance February 18, 2022 1 season, 9 episodes Shantaram October 14, 2022 1 season, 12 episodes Shape Island January 20, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Shining Girls April 29, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Shrinking January 27, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Silo May 5, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Slow Horses April 1, 2022 3 seasons, 18 episodes Slumberkins November 4, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Snoopy in Space November 1, 2019 2 seasons, 24 episodes Still Up September 22, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Stillwater December 4, 2020 3 seasons, 30 episodes Strange Planet August 9, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes STEVE! (martin): A documentary in two pieces March 29, 2024 2 episodes Sugar April 5, 2024 8 episodes Super League: The War for Football January 13, 2023 4 episodes Surface July 29, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Surfside Girls August 19, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Suspicion February 4, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Swagger October 29, 2021 2 season2, 18 episodes Ted Lasso August 14, 2020 3 seasons, 34 episodes Tehran September 25, 2020 2 seasons, 16 episodes The Afterparty January 28, 2022 2 seasons, 16 episodes The Big Conn May 6, 2022 4 episodes The Big Door Prize March 29, 2023 2 seasons, 20 episodes The Changeling September 8, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin March 1, 2024 1 season, 6 episodes The Crowded Room June 9, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes The Dynasty February 16 2024 10 episodes The Enfield Poltergeist October 27, 2023 4 episodes The Essex Serpent May 13, 2022 6 episodes The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey March 11, 2022 6 episodes The Last Thing He Told Me April 14, 2023 7 episodes The Line November 19, 2021 4 episodes [a] The Long Game: Bigger Than Basketball April 22, 2022 1 season, 5 episodes The Me You Cant See May 21, 2021 1 season, 6 episodes The Morning Show November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 30 episodes The Mosquito Coast April 30, 2021 2 seasons, 17 episodes The New Look February 14, 2024 1 season, 10 episodes The Oprah Conversation July 30, 2020 1 season, 15 episodes The Problem with Jon Stewart September 30, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes The Reluctant Traveler February 24, 2023 2 seasons, 13 episodes The Shrink Next Door November 12, 2021 8 episodes The Snoopy Show February 5, 2021 2 seasons, 26 episodes The Super Models September 20, 2023 4 episodes They Call Me Magic April 22, 2022 1 season, 4 episodes Tiny World October 2, 2020 2 seasons, 12 episodes Truth Be Told December 6, 2019 3 seasons, 28 episodes Trying May 1, 2020 3 seasons, 24 episodes Visible: Out on Television February 14, 2020 5 episodes Wanted: The Escape of Carlos Ghosn August 25, 2023 4 episodes Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson July 30, 2021 1 season, 6 episodes WeCrashed March 18, 2022 8 episodes Wolfboy and the Everything Factory September 24, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Apple TV movies and short films Apple TV+ is home to a fair number of original movies, too. Some of the movies saw a limited theatrical release, all are listed here in alphabetical order. Title Release Date 9/11: Inside the Presidents War Room September 1, 2021 Argylle April 12, 2024 Beastie Boys Story April 24, 2020 Billie Eilish: The Worlds a Little Blurry February 26, 2021 Blush October 1, 2021 Boys State August 14, 2020 Bruce Springsteens Letter to You October 23, 2020 Causeway November 4, 2022 Cha Cha Real Smooth June 17, 2022 Cherry March 12, 2021 CODA August 13, 2021 Come from Away September 10, 2021 Dads June 19, 2020 Emancipation December 9, 2022 Fathom June 25, 2021 Finch November 5, 2021 Fingernails November 3, 2023 Flora and Son September 29, 2023 Fireball: Visitors from Darker Worlds November 13, 2020 Ghosted April 21, 2023 Girls State April 5, 2024 Greyhound July 10, 2020 Hala December 6, 2019 Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas November 22, 2023 Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth April 17, 2020 Killers of the Flower Moon January 12, 2024 Louis Armstrongs Black & Blues October 28, 2022 Luck August 5, 2022 Mariah Careys Magical Christmas Special December 4, 2020 Mariahs Christmas: The Magic Continues December 3, 2021 Napoleon March 1, 2024 On the Rocks October 23, 2020 Palmer January 29, 2021 Raymond & Ray October 21, 2022 Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me November 4, 2022 Sharper February 17, 2023 Sidney September 23, 2022 Snoopy Presents: For Auld Lang Syne December 10, 2021 Snoopy Presents: Its The Small Things, Charlie Brown April 15, 2022 Snoopy Presents: Lucys School August 12, 2022 Snoopy Presents: To Mom (and Dad), With Love May 6, 2022 Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin February 16, 2024 Spirited November 18, 2022 Stephen Curry: Underrated July 21, 2023 Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie May 12, 2023 Swan Song December 17, 2021 Tetris March 31, 2023 The Banker March 20, 2020 The Beanie Bubble July 28, 2023 The Bloody Hundredth March 15, 2024 The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse December 25, 2022 The Elephant Queen November 1, 2019 The Family Plan December 15, 2023 The Greatest Beer Run Ever September 30, 2022 The Pigeon Tunnel October 20, 2023 The Sky Is Everywhere February 11, 2022 The Tragedy of Macbeth January 14, 2022 The Velvet Underground October 15, 2021 The Velveteen Rabbit November 22, 2023 The Year Earth Changed April 16, 2021 Twas the Fight Before Christmas November 26, 2021 Who Are You, Charlie Brown? June 25, 2021 Wolfwalkers December 11, 2020 Apple TV

The 13-inch M3 MacBook Air is cheaper than the M2 model today

Macworld If youre looking for a new laptop, the newest 13-inch MacBook Air is a perfect option for most people, especially when its on sale: Amazon is selling the 13-inch MacBook Air with 256GB of storage for $989 , a savings of $110 and the best price weve ever seen. The 13-inch MacBook Air has the same thin and light design as the M2 model with a new M3 processor and the ability to run two external displays . Its got a gorgeous Liquid Retina display with super-skinny bezels (and a notch) along with 18 hours of battery life, a fantastic keyboard, fast charging with MagSafe, and two Thunderbolt ports. In our 4.5-star review , we praised the M3 MacBook Air performance boost and called it a great laptop, especially for users who prioritize mobility that can handle whatever task you need to do. And at this price its a fantastic bargain too. Mac, MacBook

Get the Bella Pro 3-quart Analog Air Fryer for just $20 at Best Buy for today only (Save $30)

For today only, Best Buy is offering the Bella Pro 3-quart Analog Air Fryer for $19.99 shipped , with free shipping available to My Best Buy members , on orders over $35, or you can opt for free in-store pickup as well. Down from $50, this is a solid $30 markdown off the going rate of this air fryer only beaten out by its $15 all-time low from a similar one-day sale back in February. This air fryer may not be the most high-tech option under the Bella brand, but it still a reliable 1,300W appliance that gives you a 3-quart basket (2.5 pounds worth of food on average) to cover meals, snacks, and side dishes that can feed two to four people. It has an adjustable temperature range up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, a 60-minute auto-shut off timer, and the included nonstick basket and crisping tray can go right into your dishwasher for easy cleanups. more

NHTSA concludes Tesla Autopilot investigation after linking the system to 14 deaths

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has concluded an investigation into Teslas Autopilot driver assistance system after reviewing hundreds of crashes, including 13 fatal incidents that led to 14 deaths. The organization has ruled that these accidents were due to driver misuse of the system. However, the NHTSA also found that Teslas weak driver engagement system was not appropriate for Autopilots permissive operating capabilities. In other words, the software didnt prioritize driver attentiveness. Riders using Autopilot or the companys Full Self-Driving technology were not sufficiently engaged, because Tesla did not adequately ensure that drivers maintained their attention on the driving task. The organization investigated nearly 1,000 crashes from January of 2018 until August of 2023, accounting for 29 total deaths. The NHTSA found that there was insufficient data to make an assessment for around half (489) of these crashes. In some incidents, the other party was at fault or the Tesla drivers werent using the Autopilot system. The most serious were 211 crashes in which the frontal plane of the Tesla struck a vehicle or obstacle in its path and these were often linked to Autopilot or FSD. These incidents led to 14 deaths and 49 serious injuries. The agency found that drivers had enough time to react, but didnt, in 78 of these incidents. These drivers failed to brake or steer to avoid the hazard, despite having at least five seconds to make a move. Thats where complaints against the software come into play. The NHTSA says that drivers would simply become too complacent, assuming that the system would handle any hazards. When it came time to react, it was too late. Crashes with no or late evasive action attempted by the driver were found across all Tesla hardware versions and crash circumstances, the organization wrote. The imbalance between driver expectation and the operating capabilities of Autopilot resulted in a critical safety gap that led to foreseeable misuse and avoidable crashes. The NHTSA also took umbrage with the branding of Autopilot, calling it misleading and suggesting that it lets drivers assume the software has total control. To that end, rival companies tend to use branding with words like driver assist. Autopilot indicates, well, an autonomous pilot. Californias attorney general and the states Department of Motor Vehicles are also investigating Tesla for misleading branding and marketing. Tesla, on the other hand, says that it warns customers that they need to pay attention while using Autopilot and FSD, according to The Verge . The company says the software features regular indicators that remind drivers to keep their hands on the wheels and eyes on the road. The NHTSA and other safety groups have said that these warnings do not go far enough and were insufficient to prevent misuse. Despite these statements by safety groups, CEO Elon Musk recently promised that the company will continue to go balls to the wall for autonomy. The findings could only represent a small fraction of the actual number of crashes and accidents related to Autopilot and FSD. The NHTSA indicated that gaps in Teslas telematic data create uncertainty regarding the actual rate at which vehicles operating with Autopilot engaged are involved in crashes. This means that Tesla only receives data from certain types of crashes, with the NHTSA claiming the company collects data on around 18 percent of crashes reported to police. With all of this mind, the organization has opened up another probe into Tesla. This one looks into a recent OTA software fix issued in December after two million vehicles were recalled . The NHTSA will evaluate whether the Autopilot recall fix that Tesla implemented is effective enough. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/nhtsa-concludes-tesla-autopilot-investigation-after-linking-the-system-to-14-deaths-161941746.html?src=rss

Dil Dosti Dilemma Review: Prime Video's Latest Series Is So Sugary That It Might Give You Diabetes

Anushka Sen, popular for her role in kids' television show Balveer, plays the protagonist in this teenage drama.

Save $230 on the EGO Power+ 21-inch cordless electric mower at $419 low, more from $123

Amazon is offering the EGO Power+ 56V 21-inch Cordless Electric Self-Propelled Lawn Mower for $419 shipped. Normally fetching $649, it spent the late half of 2023 riding along its MSRP and occasionally rising and falling in small increments, the biggest of which brought costs down to $549. Since the new year began, weve seen a few repeat discounts down to the former $454 low, as well as one previous drop to the $419 low back at the beginning of the month. Todays deal comes in as a repeat 35% markdown off the going rate that lands as a return to the all-time lowest price we have tracked. more

Review: JBLs Soundgear Sense are a solid open earbud choicewith a couple caveats

Today we are taking a deeper dive on the JBL Soundgear Sense Open Earbuds. After more pricey models from Bose recently made headlines around here, we though it would be a good idea to check out the somewhat more affordable, lets call it mid-priced options, and JBLs Soundgears seemed a suitable candidate at $149.99 shipped. Dive into our hands-on impressions down below. more

TechCrunch Minute: Rabbits R1 vs Humanes Ai Pin, which had the best launch?

After a successful unveiling at CES, Rabbit is letting journalists try out the R1 a small orange gadget with an AI-powered voice interface. This comes just weeks after the launch of the Humane Ai Pin, which is similarly pitched as a new kind of mobile device with AI at its center. While were still [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Disrupt 2024 speaker applications close at midnight

Act fast! Applications for our Call for Content close today, April 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If youre a seasoned startup pro ready to lead a session at TechCrunch Disrupt on October 28-30, nows your chance to apply! Send in your proposal to speak at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 before the deadline hits. Your topic should [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Pitch Deck Teardown: NOQXs $200K pre-seed deck

Aside from the crucial omission of an Ask and Use of Funds slide, just about every slide in the deck felt almost very good but then stumbled by overlooking an important detail. 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Dicks Sporting Goods takes an extra 25% off clearance: Nike, Under Armour, HOKA, more

Dicks Sporting Goods is currently offering an extra 25% off clearance during its Spring Deals Event. Prices are as marked. Customers receive free delivery on orders of $65 or more. A standout from this sale is the Under Armour Tech Vent 1/2-Zip Pullover Shirt thats currently marked down to $38 and originally sold for $50. This pullover is available in several color options and has a sweat-wicking design thats highly breathable. It can be styled year-round and is a perfect option for spring golf outings due to its stretch-infused fabric that allows you to have a full swing. Rated 4.8/5 stars from Dicks Sporting Goods customers. Score even more deals by heading below, or you can shop the entire sale here . more

The MacRumors Show: Apple's iPad Event Finally Announced!

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss the announcement of Apple's upcoming Let loose event , where the company is widely expected to announce new iPad models and accessories. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Apple's event invite shows an artistic render of an Apple Pencil , suggesting that iPads will be a focus of the event. Apple CEO Tim Cook has also alluded to the Apple Pencil in relation to the event and a series of promotional Apple logos appear to hint at upcoming illustration capabilities. Apple has not released any new iPads since October 2022, so this event has been a long time coming. Apple is expected to announce new iPad Pro and iPad Air models, along with updated Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard accessories. Here is everything that has been rumored: Two new iPad Pro models with the M3 chip, OLED displays, a thinner enclosure , slimmer bezels , a matte screen option , a landscape-oriented front camera , other design changes, and possibly MagSafe wireless charging . Two new iPad Air models with the M2 chip and a landscape-oriented front camera , including a first-ever 12.9-inch display option. A new Magic Keyboard for the iPad Pro with an aluminum top case , larger trackpad, and other laptop-like design improvements. A new Apple Pencil , which may have a new squeeze gesture for certain actions and eventual support for visionOS . Apple's upcoming special event will take place on Tuesday, May 7 at 7 a.m. Pacific Time (10 a.m. Eastern Time), with a live stream to be available on Apple.com and on YouTube as usual. The event invitation does not mention an in-person component, with Apple inviting the media to watch online alongside the general public. It will take place just over a month before Apple's annual developers conference WWDC, which runs from June 10 through June 14 . The MacRumors Show is now on its own YouTube channel , so make sure you're subscribed to keep up with new episodes and clips going forward: Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel! You can also listen to The MacRumors Show on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Overcast , or your preferred podcasts app. You can also copy our RSS feed directly into your podcast player. If you haven't already listened to the previous episode of The MacRumors Show , catch up for our discussion about the latest AI consumer technology and Apple's rumored plans to bring major AI-focused hardware enhancements to the Mac later this year. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show for new episodes every week, where we discuss some of the topical news breaking here on MacRumors , often joined by interesting guests such as Matthew Cassinelli , Brian Tong , Quinn Nelson , Kevin Nether , Jared Nelson , Eli Hodapp , Luke Miani , Mike Bell , Sara Dietschy , iJustine , Jon Rettinger , Andru Edwards , Arnold Kim , Ben Sullins , Marcus Kane , Christopher Lawley , Frank McShan , David Lewis , Tyler Stalman , Jon Prosser , Sam Kohl , John Gruber , Federico Viticci , Thomas Frank , Jonathan Morrison , Ross Young , Ian Zelbo , and Rene Ritchie . The MacRumors Show is on X @MacRumorsShow , so be sure to give us a follow to keep up with the podcast. You can also head over to The MacRumors Show forum thread to engage with us directly. Remember to rate and review the podcast, and let us know what subjects and guests you would like to see in the future. Tag: The MacRumors Show This article, The MacRumors Show: Apple's iPad Event Finally Announced! first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Switch 2 reportedly replaces slide-in Joy-Cons with magnetic attachment

Design choice may have implications for current Joy-Con compatibility.

OpenAI Startup Fund quietly raises $15M

The OpenAI Startup Fund, a venture fund related to but technically separate from OpenAI that invests in early-stage, typically AI-related companies across education, law, and the sciences, has quietly closed a $15 million tranche. According to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, two unnamed investors contributed the $15 million in [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Aiper Scuba S1 robot cleans up to 1,600-square foot pools all summer long at $560 (Save $140)

Amazon is offering the new Aiper 2024 Scuba S1 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner for $559.89 shipped as limited and extended Earth Day sales. Normally fetching $700 since its release in March, todays deal is the second official discount that is piggy-backing off the first drop to $580 from two weeks ago, giving you a $140 in savings and hitting a new all-time low. The new Aiper Scuba S1 is designed for both above-ground and in-ground pools up to 1,600-square feet in size. It sports a brushless drain motor that prolongs energy efficiency by cleaning and filtering up to 80 gallons-per-minute, as well as caterpillar treads for greater surface contact, maneuverability, and obstacle traversal along your pools floor and walls. It utilizes the companys WavePath 2.0 navigation technology that ensures maximum cleaning coverage alongside four modes to choose from (floor, wall, floor and wall, or Eco), with the Eco mode keeping its on a periodic cleaning schedule that goes to work for 45 minutes every 48 hours before switching over to low power mode. This cycle repeats multiple times throughout a single week to maintain a clear and swim-ready pool. Head below to learn more. more

AirPods 4 Rumors: Everything We Know So Far

Apple introduced the third-generation AirPods nearly three years ago and an all new model is now slated to launch later this year with a range of improvements and new features. Many of the changes and improvements introduced with the third-generation AirPods originated on the first-generation AirPods Pro . As such, it seems likely that many of the upgrades coming to the fourth-generation AirPods will be shaped by the second-generation AirPods Pro. Our best indications so far about what to expect come from a report by Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman . Two Models Apple is rumored to be working on two versions of the fourth-generation AirPods targeting different price points. The company is apparently aiming to replace both the third-generation AirPods and the lower-priced second-generation AirPods that it continues to sell. Currently, there is little difference between the AirPods 2 and AirPods 3 beyond their designs. The higher-end version of the AirPods will purportedly feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and a speaker in the charging case that can play a sound for easy location, which both have to date been limited to the AirPods Pro. Design Changes The next-generation AirPods are rumored to feature an updated design, looking like a cross between the current AirPods and the AirPods Pro, with slightly shorter stems. Fit is expected to be improved, but it is as of yet unclear if Apple will add silicone ear tips. H2 Chip One of the key aspects the next-generation AirPods are likely to bring over from the second-generation AirPods Pro is the H2 chip. Both the second- and third-generation AirPods currently feature the H1 chip. Apple says the H2 chip provides an exceptional acoustic experience when paired with a new low-distortion audio driver and custom amplifier in the AirPods Pro. The AirPods Pro offer richer bass and clearer sound across a wider range of frequencies partly due to the computational audio improvements facilitated by the H2 chip, so similar enhancements seem highly likely to come to the fourth-generation AirPods. There could also be improvements to Personalized Spatial Audio, faster pairing and device switching, and persistent battery information thanks to the H2 chip. Bluetooth 5.3 In the AirPods Pro, the H2 chip is accompanied by Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. Many of Apple's products now feature Bluetooth 5.3, so the fourth-generation AirPods are highly likely to receive this upgrade. Bluetooth 5.3 offers faster and more reliable connectivity with Bluetooth accessories, as well as improved power efficiency, which can contribute to longer battery life. Longer Battery Life The H2 chip is more power efficient than the H1 chip in the second- and third-generation AirPods. In the AirPods Pro, the H2 chip and Bluetooth 5.3 provide an additional hour and a half of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled compared to the previous generation. Applied to the standard AirPods, this could translate to a battery life increase from five hours to around six and a half hours. Volume Controls It is also possible that the AirPods could gain touch-based volume controls like the AirPods Pro. To turn the volume up or down, users simply place their thumb on the stem of either AirPod and use their index finger to swipe up or down on the small touch control area. That being said, Apple could regard on-device volume controls as a high-end feature reserved for the AirPods Pro and AirPods Max , meaning that the fourth-generation AirPods could still miss out on this feature. Find My Improvements The MagSafe Charging Case is also likely to get several improvements to integrate more deeply with Find My . The second-generation AirPods Pro introduced two key features in this area: The U1 chip for Precision Tracking and a built-in speaker. Currently, your iPhone or iPad can help guide you to their location in the Find My app, but this is a limited experience on the current model, simply indicating whether or not they are nearby. The U1 chip would allow your iPhone to show an arrow pointing in the specific direction of your AirPods, an approximate distance telling you how far away they are, and even a message saying if they are located on a different floor. Similarly, you can currently play a sound on your AirPods to help you find them, but this is played through the earbuds. If the earbuds are inside the charging case, it is likely the sound will be quite muffled. With the latest AirPods Pro, Apple added a speaker to the charging case itself, allowing users to more clearly hear a location alert from their AirPods, and even locate the case when it is separate from the earbuds. An identical speaker is expected come to the high-end version of the standard AirPods in their next iteration. It is also worth noting that the lanyard loop on the AirPods Pro doubles as an antenna for the U1 chip, so this small feature could also be coming to the next-generation AirPods if they do offer Precision Tracking. Apple Watch Charger Compatibility The third-generation AirPods can charge via MagSafe, a Qi wireless charger, or a Lightning cable. With its latest AirPods Pro model, Apple added the ability to use an Apple Watch charger as an additional charging method. Apple does not seem to regard charging technologies as Pro-exclusive features, so, as a basic utility, it seems likely that this added charging method will come to the fourth-generation AirPods to provide even more versatility. Hearing Aid Functionality In a software update coming later next year, Apple will apparently add hearing aid functionality, allowing AirPods to serve as an over-the-counter (OTC) hearing alternative to traditional hearing aids. The FDA in 2022 approved OTC hearing aid options , paving the way for Apple to market the AirPods for hearing loss. Apple also allegedly plans to offer hearing tests that would tell AirPods users if they are experiencing hearing loss. USB-C Port Like the most recent iPhone models and the USB-C AirPods Pro, the fourth-generation AirPods are expected to include a USB-C port for charging. Release Date Rumors suggest that the fourth-generation AirPods will launch in September or October 2024 . Related Roundup: AirPods 3 Buyer's Guide: AirPods (Don't Buy) Related Forum: AirPods This article, AirPods 4 Rumors: Everything We Know So Far first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Wacom's first OLED pen display is also the thinnest and lightest it has ever made

Wacom displays and tablets have been handy tools for artists and designers since the 1980s, offering to swap a mouse for a pen for drawing, photo editing and more. That lineage includes pen displays: screens that connect to your computer that you draw on directly with a stylus. But, Wacom says it has created something entirely new just a few weeks before Apple is set to upgrade its iPad displays . The latest pen display model is called Movink , and it's the company's first with a OLED screen. It's also Wacom's thinnest and lightest option ever, while still offering 13 inches of work space. Inside, a Samsung-made OLED panel offers full HD resolution with 10-bit color and a 100,000:1 contrast ratio. Thanks to the qualities of OLED, you can expect perfect black point, according to Wacom. Since color accuracy is paramount for artists, the Movink covers 100 percent DCI-P3 and 95 percent of Adobe RGB, with a Delta E difference of 2 or less. The company says the pen display is factory calibrated to industry standards and stores up to two custom color profiles. It's also validated by both Pantone and Pantone SkinTone, with further calibration available in the Wacom Color Manager. The OLED panel has benefits besides just appearance. Wacom says Movink has the fastest response time of any of its pen displays and offers increased pen detection height. The company promises no ripples or light leakage and the device runs cooler and quieter than other models. Movink is a touch display too, with two customizable buttons on its thin bezel for quick access to your most-used tools. Wacom Wacom says Movink is the thinnest and lightest pen display it has ever made, weighing in at just 420 grams and measuring 4 millimeters at its skinniest point. The company explains that this is 66 percent thinner and 55 percent lighter than the Wacom One 13 Touch , a comparably-sized option designed more for beginners . The screen is covered in Corning's Gorilla Glass and the body is made of magnesium alloy, so you can carry it around in a bag with your laptop without worry. Of course, the pen is a crucial part of this setup. The Movink comes with a specially designed version of the Pro Pen 3, which Wacom says provides the same experience as the one on the Cintiq Pro line of displays. More specifically, the Pro Pen 3's sensitivity and tilt detection assists with everything from detailed digital painting to fine line work. Wacom refined the pen nib design to increase visibility, which should improve the overall drawing experience. The nib remover and replacement nibs are stored inside the pen, so you can quickly fix any issues even if you're working outside of your normal studio space. The Movink is also the first pro-grade pen display to support Wacom's Dual Pen tech, allowing you to use styli from other companies. The list of supported devices includes pens from Samsung, Staedtler, Lamy, Dr. Grip and more. Plus, you can use Wacom's UD pens from the One line of devices as well as older versions of the Pro Pen with the Movink. The display is compatible with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Android, connecting to your laptop or desktop machine via a single USB-C cable (15-watt power delivery required). Wacom Movink is available now from the company's online store for $750 (850 and 730). The company will also offer a foldable stand for $80 and for $45. However, both of those items are currently listed as out of stock. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/wacoms-first-oled-pen-display-is-also-the-thinnest-and-lightest-it-has-ever-made-145234664.html?src=rss

Fitbit Sense 2 Smartwatch drops to just $140 with this all-time low discount (Reg. $300)

Amazon is now offering the Fitbit Sense 2 Advanced Smartwatch for $139.96 shipped. This is down from the usual $300 price tag and marking a new all-time low. Its $60 under our previous mention from back in January and saves you a total of $160. By comparison, we saw it sell for $198 back on Black Friday, too. We fully break down just how todays savings stack up below the fold, as well as over in our hands-on review . more

Googles new Speaking practice feature uses AI to help users improve their English skills

Google is testing a new Speaking practice feature in Search that helps users improve their conversational English skills. The company told TechCrunch that the feature is available to English learners in Argentina, Colombia, India, Indonesia, Mexico and Venezuela who have joined Search Labs, its program for users to experiment with early-stage Google Search experiences. The [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

It doesnt matter how many Vision Pro headsets Apple sells

Earlier this week, noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo posted an updated forecast for Apples Vision Pro headset, claiming production was being cut to 400,000 or 450,000 units compared to a previous market consensus north of 700,000. This came after a related report from Bloombergs Mark Gurman, who said in his Power On newsletter that demand for Vision Pro demos is way down while sales in some locations have significantly slowed. Naturally, this incited a lot of panic and hand-wringing among Apple enthusiasts who feared that the headset that was supposed to change VR forever might not have the staying power they expected. However, before anyone else starts clutching their pearls, I want to let you in on a secret: It doesnt actually matter how many headsets Apple sells. Photo by Devindra Hardawar/Engadget First, lets talk production numbers. Is it 400,000 or 800,000, or something in between? Back in January, the same Ming-Chi Kuo estimated that the company sold between 160,000 and 180,000 units during its initial pre-order weekend , which was up from previous production predictions of around 60,000 to 80,000. But if we go back even further to last July, the Financial Times cited two people who said Apple only asked its supplier to make fewer than 400,000 units in 2024 while other sources put that number closer to 150,000. Now obviously numbers are subject to change over time as Apple responds to feedback and interest from developers and the public. Regardless, trying to predict the exact number of devices to make is extremely tricky, especially for an attention-grabbing and innovative product that has been the subject of rumors dating back to 2015 (and even before that, according to some very early patent applications ). Still, lets take that 400,000 number and see how far it goes. Without factoring in accessories (some of which are very important, especially if the owner wears glasses), the Vision Pro sells for $3,500. Rough napkin math suggests that Apple is looking at around $1.4 billion in sales. Thats a pretty big number and for a lot of other companies, that would represent a banner year. But this is Apple were talking about it raked in $383 billion in 2023 with around $97 billion in net income . And that was considered a down year. So we're talking less than one percent of the companys total revenue, which is basically a rounding error for Apples finances. Photo by Devindra Hardawar/Engadget That figure looks even less impressive when you consider all the research and development that went into making the Vision Pro. Apple is always cagey when it comes to revealing how much money it invests into various departments. But if we look at another major player in VR, Meta, we can get a better sense of what Apples VR budget might look like. According to Business Insider , based on an analysis of regulatory findings, Metas Reality Labs has lost nearly $50 billion since the start of 2019. Thats a serious chunk of change and more than enough to cause some consternation among investors, with Metas stock recently falling big after its most recent earnings report. But all these numbers are just noise. Analysts like to look at this stuff to help predict company growth, though theyre so busy focusing on quarterly numbers that they often miss the bigger picture. Depending on who you ask, Apple has more cash on hand than any other company in the world, with upwards of $165 billion sitting in a bank somewhere. And with recent reports claiming that Apple has canceled its secretive car project, Id argue that the company may want to double down on its headset endeavors. Photo by Devindra Hardawar/Engadget Thats because the Vision Pro might be the first step towards a platform that could reshape the companys entire trajectory like the original iPhone did back in 2007. From the start, it was clear Apples first handset would have a massive impact. But when people look back, they never cite the iPhones first year of sales, which according to Statista only amounted to around 1.4 million units. Sure, thats more than 400,000, but that was also for a significantly less expensive device and a drop in the bucket compared to the HUNDREDS of millions Apple has been selling more recently. Those figures were meaningless. The Vision Pro is Apples Field of Dreams device for virtual reality, spatial computing or whatever you want to call the category that encompasses head-mounted displays. Apple had to build it so developers have actual hardware to test software on. Apple had to build it so theres a platform for people to download apps from. (If you remember, the original App Store didnt arrive until July 2008, more than a year after the OG iPhone went on sale and on its own made an estimated $85 billion in 2022 .) Apple had to build it to plant a flag, lest they cede the first mover's advantage completely to Meta or someone else. Photo by Devindra Hardawar/Engadget Even though Id posit that the Vision Pro is a glorified dev kit (it was announced at WWDC after all), there are features that evoke the magical feeling I had the first time I used an iPhone. The Vision Pro has possibly the best optics Ive seen on any headset, including enterprise-only models that cost way more than $3,500. It also has the best eye-tracking Ive experienced, and it makes navigating menus and apps incredibly intuitive. It just kind of works. And slowly but surely, its getting better, as my colleague Devindra noted in his recent two-month check-in. Just like Apples first phone, though, the Vision Pro isnt without its issues. Its heavy and not super comfortable during long sessions. Its wired battery pack isnt the most elegant solution for power delivery. Its front visor is prone to cracking, typing still feels clunky and there arent enough bespoke apps to make it an essential part of your everyday tech kit. But those are fixable issues and theres clearly something there, a foundation that Apple can iterate on. Even in its infancy, the Vision Pro brings enough to compel hundreds of thousands of people (or developers) to buy a device that doesnt make much practical sense. The focus should be on what upgrades or additions Apple can make in the future, not on how many units it does (or doesnt) make. So dont let analysts or other noisemakers convince you otherwise. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/it-doesnt-matter-how-many-vision-pro-headsets-apple-sells-ming-chi-kuo-production-numbers-143112470.html?src=rss

Share a Webpage Link With Quoted Text in iPhone Messages

Most iPhone users know how to share a webpage link in Messages, but not everyone realizes that you can quote text from the webpage and include it in the message link. Keep reading to learn more. Incorporating quoted text when sharing a webpage link in Messages is a great way to get to the point and make it clear why the content you're sharing is relevant and interesting. It not only makes the link more engaging but also personalizes the message if it's sent in the midst of a conversation. By highlighting specific text, you can streamline your communication by directing the recipient's attention to the most pertinent information on the linked website. It saves time, and ensures that the key piece of information you want to share isn't missed. It can also serve as a conversation starter. Here's how it works. In Safari, navigate to the webpage containing the relevant information you want to share. Select the text that you want to quote in your shared link by pressing and holding on the words, using the selection anchors to more precisely include the text you want. Choose Copy from the pop-up menu. Tap the Share button at the bottom of Safari's interface, then tap the Messages icon in the share sheet, or choose a contact to message in the suggested list above. In the Messages app, add a comment for more context if desired, then tap the send button. That's all there is to it. By using this method of sharing links, it can even serve as a memory aid in ongoing conversations, which can help both you and your recipient recall the relevance of its content to previous discussions. Try it! Tag: Messages This article, Share a Webpage Link With Quoted Text in iPhone Messages first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Area man, Twilio co-founder Jeff Lawson, buys The Onion

Jeff Lawson, the co-founder and recently departed CEO of enterprise infrastructure software company Twilio, is the proud new owner of satirical online newspaper The Onion. Alright, the news is out yes, I bought The Onion, Lawson wrote in a LinkedIn post earlier today, after it first emerged in The New York Times yesterday. The [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Despite complaints, Apple hasnt yet removed an obviously fake app pretending to be RockAuto

Apples App Store isnt always as trustworthy as the company claims. The latest example comes from RockAuto, an auto parts dealer popular with home mechanics and other DIYers, which is upset that a fake app masquerading as its official app has not been removed from the App Store, despite numerous complaints to Apple. RockAuto Co-Founder [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Nixon administration couldve started monitoring CO2 levels but didnt

President Nixon's science advisors recommended building global CO2 monitoring network.

Good news for Rubrik, bad news for TikTok, and medium news for Early Stage startups

Rubriksstrong IPOpricing and warm reception by the public markets after its listing add more weight to the perspective that the public markets are not as closed to tech startups as some thought. If Rubriks result isnt enough to break the logjam, well, maybe theres something else going on. But there was a lot more that [] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Heres a first look at two new LEGO Animal Crossing sets with K.K. Slider, a Town Hall, and Dodo Airlines

Two more LEGO Animal Crossing sets will be launching this year. The LEGO Group just collaborated with Nintendo on the new theme, which launched for the first time in March, and now builders wont have too long to wait for the next round of models. They really are worth the wait, too, as were getting a LEGO Animal Crossing Town Hall with K.K. Slider, as well as a Dodo Airlines build complete with the beloved pilot Wilbur. more

Save $900 on NIUs class 3 BQI-C3 Pro e-bike with 90-mile range at $1,300 (Today only)

Today only, Best Buy is offering the NIU BQi-C3 Pro e-bike for $1,299.99 shipped . Down from its usual $2,200 price tag, in the new year weve seen two previous 1-day sales like this back on Valentines day, where it fell to $1,500 and at the top of this month, where it returned to $1,300 for the first time since Labor Day sales. Todays deal comes in as a repeat 41% markdown off the going rate and landing as a return to the all-time low matching Labor Day sales. You can learn more about this e-bike by heading below the fold or by reading through our hands-on review over at Electrek . more

Score an extra pair of neon Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons with the first drop of the year at $67

Amazon is now offering the Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Neon Red and Blue Controllers for $66.78 shipped. This is down from the usual $80 price tag as the first and only discount of 2024. Youll save $13 on the most iconic color combo of Joy-Con controllers while bringing home an extra set of gamepads for game nights and more. All of the other Joy-Con colors at Amazon sell for full price, by comparison. more

Apple's Regular Mac Base RAM Boosts Ended When Tim Cook Took Over

Apple used to regularly increase the base memory of its Macs up until 2011, the same year Tim Cook was appointed CEO, charts posted on Mastodon by David Schaub show. Earlier this year, Schaub generated two charts: One showing the base memory capacities of Apple's all-in-one Macs from 1984 onwards, and a second depicting Apple's consumer laptop base RAM from 1999 onwards. Both charts were recently resurfaced by the Accidental Tech Podcast . The graphs show that Apple tended to increase the base memory every two years or so, but that this trend ended when Cook took over the company from Steve Jobs. Memory increased quickly until the Mac Plus was launched in 1986, notes Schaub. 1986 to 1990 were all about decreasing the entry Mac price, he says. Then we get a pretty straight logarithmic line until Tim Cook became CEO and there has only been a single increase since. The correlation is interesting, but other variables such as market trends and changes in technology can help to account for the plateau in Cook's era. For example, Stuart McHattie notes that early all-in-one Macs saw a tenfold increase every six years. If that trend had continued from 2006 onwards when the base was 500MB, modern base model Macs would have reached 500GB. Yet today's consumer PC demand for RAM remains around 8GB to 64GB, and very rarely exceeds double digits. Computers have also changed a lot over the last several years. RAM has gotten faster. Hard disk drives have been superseded by solid-state storage. Chips and components are more tightly integrated. Apple no longer relies on Intel processors to power its machines, and instead uses high performance system-on-a-chip (SOC) architecture, which fuses CPUs, GPUs, and unified memory into a single package. This is why the company feels confident in arguing that 8GB on a Mac is comparable to 16GB on rival systems . But that does not change the fact that Apple has offered iMac and MacBook Pro models with 8GB of RAM since 2012. Likewise, the MacBook Air has had the same base memory configuration since 2017. In addition, Apple's adoption of unified memory means that Macs cannot have their RAM upgraded after purchase, while Apple continues to pursue a strategy of vastly overcharging customers for higher memory configurations. Users often pay out $200 or more at checkout just to future proof their machines. Is 8GB of RAM Enough for a Mac in 2024? Apple's Mac memory configuration strategy is likely to become even more contentious if all upcoming iPhone 16 models turn out to include 8GB of RAM . (In the iPhone 15 series, only the Pro models have 8GB, whereas standard models have 6GB.) Why Apple is prepared to increase RAM in a smartphone but not in a multitasking Mac without users paying excessively for the privilege will be the overriding question on many consumers' lips. This article, Apple's Regular Mac Base RAM Boosts Ended When Tim Cook Took Over first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

DJIs Mini 3 quadcopter can shoot vertical video starting at $419 (Reg. $559+)

Amazon is now offering the DJI Mini 3 Quadcopter with the standard DJI controller for $419 shipped. This is a new all-time low as a discount from its original $559 price tag. This is $140 off and an extra $50 below our previous mentions. Those who want to bundle in a touchscreen DJI RC controller can step up to the $549 sale price. This one is also $50 under previous mentions and saves you $150 from its original $699 price tag. more