Rudimentary RCS support is in the iOS 18 beta -- with some big caveats
With some "special magic" some iOS 18 developer beta users claim to have been able to turn on an extremely limited and very early version of RCS messaging between iPhone and Android.RCS support will be added to the iPhone sometime in 2024Apple confir.....»»
Hands-on with SharePlay Remote Control on iPadOS 18 [Video]
Yesterday, Apple released a slew of beta updates for all of its hardware devices. Developers can now install the Beta 2 versions of Apple’s new platforms and see what new features and changes Apple has made. One new feature that was released with i.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: June 25, 2024 – iOS 18 beta 2 changes, iPhone production
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Supporte.....»»
US carriers now enabling RCS for iPhone users running iOS 18 beta 2
As we reported yesterday, Apple has been getting ready to roll out RCS support on the iPhone with iOS 18. However, doing so also requires mobile carriers to work on an update on their part – something that some US carriers have already done. Now it.....»»
Beats app for Android updated with support for Beats Pill and Solo Buds
Following the release of Beats Pill speaker. more….....»»
Volkswagen cars give an early taster of Apple’s approach to ChatGPT integration
We won’t be able to experience Apple’s approach to ChatGPT integration until a later iOS 18 beta, but owners of some of the latest Volkswagen cars are being offered what sounds like a very similar experience. A number of VW cars already have a.....»»
Select US carriers introduce support for RCS on iOS 18 beta
The second developer beta of iOS 18 introduced a toggle for RCS in Messages, and now select US carriers have made RCS available to users running the beta.RCS is now available on iOS 18 beta 2, but only through select US carriersThe introduction of RC.....»»
5 Reasons Not to Install iOS 18 Beta & 12 Reasons You Should
Installing the iOS 18 beta might be tempting, but many iPhone users should stay put on iOS 17. iOS 18, Apple’s upcoming operating system for iPhone, is loaded with new features and you don’t have to wait until the official release this fall t.....»»
When Will Apple Release iOS 17.6?
Apple’s finally put iOS 17.6 into beta testing which means iPhone owners, particularly those dealing with problems, want to know when it will be released. Here’s what we know. On the heels of WWDC 2024 and iOS 18’s arrival, Apple&#.....»»
How "One Health" clinics support unhoused people and their pets
Having a pet can be expensive, but being able to access health care for your pet should not be a luxury......»»
Raspberry Pi Connect is now available for every Pi board out there
Raspberry Pi Connect was hamstrung by requiring the 64-bit RPi IOS, but 32-bit support, plus SSH functionality, makes it a universal and, crucially, free tool......»»
Ketamine pills for depression show positive results in trial—but with caveats
A slow-release oral dose showed good safety, but efficacy is shaky. Enlarge (credit: Getty | RJ Sangosti) After an MDMA therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder dramatically failed to impress Food and Drug Administrati.....»»
Climate inaction undermines public support for lifestyle changes, study finds
New research into the public perception of climate change initiatives finds that while there is strong support for low-carbon lifestyles, inaction is limiting public beliefs that a low-carbon future is possible......»»
Public health beliefs predict support for climate action, study shows
A paper published in the current issue of the Journal of Health Communication by Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC) researchers finds evidence that holding science-consistent beliefs about the public health effects of climate change is an importan.....»»
Ifi’s latest DAC is the first to add lossless Bluetooth audio
With support for tons of Bluetooth codecs, including aptX Lossless, the Zen Blue 3 is the Swiss Army knife of wireless DACs......»»
BMW to revive 6 Series; electric XM crossover scrapped
The new 6 Series will be based on BMW's Cluster Architecture platform and support gasoline, gasoline-electric hybrid and all-electric powertrains......»»
Hands-on: iPhone Mirroring with iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia [Video]
Yesterday, Apple released the second beta for iOS 18 and macOS 10.15 Sequoia, and it arrived featuring one of the headline components shared between both OSes. iPhone Mirroring, a feature that lets you both mirror and fully control an iPhone via Cont.....»»
iOS 18 brings RCS to the iPhone, but you might not be able to use it anytime soon
As announced by Apple at WWDC 2024, iOS 18 officially brings support for RCS – or Rich Communication Services – to the iPhone. However, as we previously reported, the feature doesn’t seem to be available to beta users. Unfortunately, iOS 18 bet.....»»
Stellar Data Recovery Premium review: Great support isn’t always enough
I reviewed Stellar Data Recovery's three subscription plans and a free version to find out which is best and offers the most value......»»
iOS 18’s drive-formatting option shows how far iPhones have come for power users
The beta's Files app lets you format external drives in APFS, exFat, and FAT. Enlarge / The 2024 iPad Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon) Apple has added the ability to format external drives in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, the major so.....»»
Apple releases second betas for watchOS 11, visionOS 2, and tvOS 18
Alongside new iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia betas, Apple has also released new betas for the rest of its operating systems today. That includes watchOS 11 beta 2, visionOS 2 beta 2, and tvOS 18 beta 2. more….....»»