Apple & Google will have to tighten health app requirements, say researchers
New laws mean any App Stores that include health or medical apps must be more rigorous gatekeepers — and perhaps should not distribute its own apps.Apple has already rejected health apps, at times facing lawsuits because of it, but researchers publ.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: March 27, 2024 – WWDC24 officially announced
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Apple Vision Pro is $200 off, but the deal is at risk of selling out
The Apple Vision Pro is now $200 off at Amazon-owned Woot, reflecting the first material discount we've seen on the headset.Apple Vision Pro is on sale, but the only while supplies last.Amazon-owned Woot initially launched a $150 price drop on the Ap.....»»
Despite Apple pushback, Oregon has passed its right-to-repair bill banning parts pairing
Despite Apple lobbying hard against the bill, Oregon has passed its right-to-repair bill that outright bans the controversial practice of parts pairing in repairs.Oregon signs its right-to-repair bill into lawOn Wednesday, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek.....»»
Apple users targeted by sophisticated phishing attack to reset their ID password
There are many known phishing attacks that target users of Apple devices to gain access to their Apple ID. However, a new “elaborate” attack uses a bug in the Apple ID password reset feature with “push bombing” or “MFA fatigue” techniques.....»»
WSJ profiles Phil Schiller, who is working nearly 80 hours a week defending the App Store
As Apple continues to face App Store battles around the world, it’s leaning heavily on Phil Schiller, its former Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing. A new report from The Wall Street Journal gives an interesting look at how Schiller, who.....»»
New Renders Show a Better Look at the Pixel 9
We might get three Pixel flagship variants this year. The post New Renders Show a Better Look at the Pixel 9 appeared first on Phandroid. A couple of months back, several design renders showing the supposed Google Pixel 9 were shared onlin.....»»
Phil Schiller will be Apple"s ecosystem defender for quite some time
Phil Schiller is Apple's biggest defender of Apple's ecosystem, a profile into the Apple Fellow declares, with the executive publicly beating the drum to maintain the vision of co-founder Steve Jobs.Phil Schiller, Apple FellowApple's many regulatory.....»»
You Can Now Use Gemini AI in Google Messages
You can now use Google’s Gemini AI chatbot in Google Messages if you meet certain requirements. Gemini, Google’s popular AI tool, is now rolling out to select users in the Google Messages beta. A wider roll out will come later. There are.....»»
Intel, Microsoft discuss plans to run Copilot locally on PCs instead of in the cloud
Companies are trying to make the "AI PC" happen with new silicon and software. Enlarge / The basic requirements for an AI PC, at least when it's running Windows. (credit: Intel) Microsoft said in January that 2024 would.....»»
Researchers find the more flood driving factors there are, the more extreme a flood is
There are several factors that play an important role in the development of floods: air temperature, soil moisture, snow depth, and the daily precipitation in the days before a flood. In order to better understand how individual factors contribute to.....»»
Researchers identify new method to boost laser processing resolution
Focusing a tailored laser beam through transparent glass can create a tiny spot inside the material. Researchers at Tohoku University have reported on a way to use this small spot to improve laser material processing, boosting processing resolution......»»
Researchers demonstrate that forests trap airborne microplastics, acting as terrestrial sinks
A research group led by Japan Women's University finds that airborne microplastics adsorb to the epicuticular wax on the surface of forest canopy leaves, and that forests may act as terrestrial sinks for airborne microplastics......»»
All the ways Intel Macs are still better than Apple Silicon Macs
While Apple's new M-series MacBooks pack plenty of power, older Intel Macs are still better in a few ways......»»
We have some bad news about the Google Pixel 9
We've been dreaming of a triple camera setup on 2024's entry-point Pixel, but the latest leak suggests that won't be the case, at least not in 2024......»»
Have one of these Google Pixel phones? You’re getting Circle to Search
Circle to Search is an excellent search tool. Now, it's coming to even more Google Pixel phones. Here's the full list......»»
iOS 18 reportedly bringing these two upgrades to Apple Maps
Apple is reportedly planning a few notable updates to Apple Maps as part of iOS 18. New rumors say iOS 18 will add support for “custom route creation” in the United States, and expand topographic maps to the iPhone for the first. more….....»»
Review: Withings Body Scan w/ segmental body comp, nerve activity, Apple Health, more
The most recent smart scale from Withings is so advanced the company calls it a “health station.” I’ve been testing the Withings Body Scan and its features like segmental body composition measurements, nerve activity, 6-lead ECG, and more, whic.....»»
Google Brings “Circle to Search” for More Pixel Models
Google recently announced that it will be bringing over the new AI-powered search feature to more Pixel smartphones, beginning this week. The post Google Brings “Circle to Search” for More Pixel Models appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Frivolous cryptocurrency App Store payment lawsuit killed by judge
A lawsuit against Apple complaining about instant transfer fees and the company's alleged distrust in cryptocurrency has been dismissed by the case's judge, with major flaws sending the suit back to the drawing board.A Bitcoin coinIn November 2023, a.....»»
iPhone Users Report iOS 17.4.1 Battery Life Issues
Unsurprisingly, iPhone users who have moved their device to Apple’s iOS 17.4.1 software are reporting issues with their device’s battery. The reports, which come from Apple’s discussion forums and other boards, don’t come as m.....»»