After two rejections, Apple approves Epic Games Store app for iOS
European iOS users will see the alternative app store launch sometime soon. Enlarge / Epic Games founder and CEO Tim Sweeney. (credit: Epic Games) It's been a whirlwind journey of stops and starts, but AppleInsider repor.....»»
25 years ago, Tom Cruise gave his best performance in a divisive ’90s epic
Twenty-five years ago, Tom Cruise gave the greatest performance of his legendary Hollywood career......»»
In 2024, early access video games went mainstream
Between Palworld, Hades 2, and Path of Exile 2, early access became more mainstream than ever in 2024......»»
3 games leaving Xbox Game Pass you should play this weekend (December 20-22)
Make sure you play Lego 2K Drive, Humankind, and Party Animals before they leave Xbox Game pass at the end of the month......»»
3 new PS Plus games that you should play this weekend (December 20-22)
Get ready for the holidays by playing Forspoken, Rabbids: Party of Legends, or PHOGS! on PS Plus this weekend......»»
We might new Steam Deck next month — and Valve isn’t making it
I suspected to see some new this year at CES, but it looks like something even more exciting is in store. AMD and Lenovo are hosting an event during the week of the show, and it’ll have two special guests in attendance: Valve’s Pierre-Lou.....»»
How to use AirTag sharing when travelling with family and friends
I didn’t waste any time when AirTags first came out, immediately buying eight of them: for five bags, keys, a videography rig, and a bicycle. But I’ve also repurposed some of them during trips for some AirTag sharingwith friends, and iOS 18.2 mak.....»»
CISA: Use Signal or other secure communications app
In the wake of the widespread compromise of US telecom giants’ networks by Chinese hackers and the FBI advising Americans to use end-to-end encrypted communications, CISA is advising “highly targeted individuals” – senior gove.....»»
Growing safer spuds: Removing toxins from potatoes
Scientists have discovered a way to remove toxic compounds from potatoes, making them safer to eat and easier to store. The breakthrough could cut food waste and enhance crop farming in space and other extreme environments......»»
Samsung smartphone owners are getting a free subscription to Peacock
It seems that Samsung has worked out a deal where smartphone owners can get a free subscription to Peacock via the Galaxy Store. The post Samsung smartphone owners are getting a free subscription to Peacock appeared first on Phandroid. If.....»»
How to change FaceTime audio & video settings for clearer calls
Apple's iOS 18 enhances FaceTime & calls with advanced audio modes and cinematic video effects for clearer communication. Here's how — and when — to use them.FaceTimeFaceTime and phone calls in iOS 18 include three new audio settings, starting wi.....»»
Apple stops signing iOS 18.1.1, blocking downgrade from 18.2
Apple on Thursday stopped signing iOS 18.1.1, preventing users from downgrading to this version of the operating system if their iPhone or iPad is already running a newer version. The move comes a week after the release of iOS 18.2, which introduced.....»»
ChatGPT"s Mac app gets a glowup with new coding and notetaking features
OpenAI releases Mac desktop ChatGPT features......»»
Here are all the airlines that support the new AirTags feature in iOS 18.2
With iOS 18.2, Apple supercharged AirTags with a new feature called “Share Item Location.” This feature lets you share the location of a lost AirTag or Find My network accessory with a trusted third party. As part of the launch of Share Item.....»»
ChatGPT for macOS now works with Apple Notes and more third-party apps
OpenAI last month announced a major update to the macOS ChatGPT app, which gained the ability to read on-screen content in certain apps. The company is now rolling out an update that expands support for Apple Notes and even more third-party apps......»»
The annual Steam Winter Sale is back with some deep discounts
2024's Steam Winter Sale is now live, bringing deep discounts to tons of beloved PC games......»»
Apple iPad mini (2024) vs. iPad Air (2024): Which one to buy?
The iPad mini (2024) and the iPad Air (2024) are both more powerful and versatile than before. But which one should you go for?.....»»
Here’s why some PC gamers shouldn’t install the latest Windows 11 update
Microsoft confirms that Windows 11 24H2 is causing issues with Auto HDR and leading to unresponsive games......»»
iOS 18.2 adds two hidden tools for controlling your iPhone’s volume
iOS 18.2 comes with a lot of new features that are hard to miss, like the Mail redesign, new Image Playground app, and Genmoji. But there are also two new tools hidden inside the Settings app in iOS 18.2: you can add volume controls back to your iPho.....»»
Apple Watch Ultra 3: Three new features are coming next year
Apple Watch Ultra, outside of a very nice new titanium black, hasn’t been meaningfully upgraded since 2023. But next year that’s going to change when the Apple Watch Ultra 3 arrives. Here are three new features coming to the Apple Watch Ultra 3 i.....»»
Foldable iPads, Apple Intelligence blowback, new Apple Music Radio stations
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