Sony is erasing digital libraries that were supposed to be accessible “forever”
Casualties afoot as Sony merges Funimation with 2021-acquired Crunchyroll. A shot from One Piece, one of the animes that Funimation made DVDs for. (credit: Crunchyroll: Inside Anime/YouTube) How long is “forever”? W.....»»
Taking a closer look at AI’s supposed energy apocalypse
AI is just one small part of data centers’ soaring energy use. Enlarge / Someone just asked what it would look like if their girlfriend was a Smurf. Better add another rack of servers! (credit: Getty Images) Late last.....»»
How to upgrade PlayStation 5 SSD storage
This tutorial explains how you can upgrade PlayStation 5 SSD storage for installing more games. The post How to upgrade PlayStation 5 SSD storage appeared first on Phandroid. Sony launched the PlayStation 5 (slim) with 1TB SSD internal sto.....»»
iPadOS 18 lets you format external drives on an iPad [U: iPhone too]
Digital artist and developer Kabel Cadle has spotted a handy new feature in iPadOS 18. For the first time, you can format external drives on an iPad, choosing between three different format options. Update: The same option is also available on the iP.....»»
Apple Found to be in Violation of the EU’s Digital Markets Act
The European Commission keeps a closer watch on Apple's business policies. The post Apple Found to be in Violation of the EU’s Digital Markets Act appeared first on Phandroid. Apple’s ongoing showdown with the European Union an.....»»
First alternative app store support for iPad is in the second iPadOS 18 beta
Apple will be allowing third-party app marketplaces on the iPad in the European Union in iPadOS 18, with beta testers getting a chance to look at the feature in iPadOS 18 beta 2.The EU is treating the iPad as a gatekeeper platform under its Digital M.....»»
Music industry giants allege mass copyright violation by AI firms
Suno and Udio could face damages of up to $150,000 per song allegedly infringed. Enlarge / Michael Jackson in concert, 1986. Sony Music owns a large portion of publishing rights to Jackson's music. (credit: Getty Images).....»»
EU says Apple violated app developers’ rights, could be fined 10% of revenue
EU: Apple fees and rules stop devs from steering users to other sales channels. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | SOPA Images ) The European Commission today said it found that Apple is violating the Digital Markets Act (D.....»»
Apple"s Core Technology Fee at the center of EU"s first DMA violation investigation
The European Union has announced a preliminary finding that Appleis in breach of the Digital Markets Act, including how it restricts rivals, and what it charges them.EU flags in BrusselsIn March 2024, EU officials opened an investigation into allegat.....»»
iPadOS 18 lets you format external drives on an iPad; three options offered
Digital artist and developer Kabel Cadle has spotted a handy new feature in iPadOS 18. For the first time, you can format external drives on an iPad, choosing between three different format options. This brings the device closer in line with the M.....»»
Apple"s Core Technology Fee at the core of EU"s first DMA violation investigation
The European Union has announced a preliminary finding that Appleis in breach of the Digital Markets Act, including how it restricts rivals, and what it charges them.EU flags in BrusselsIn March 2024, EU officials opened an investigation into allegat.....»»
EU says Apple anti-steering rules in breach of DMA, officially investigating Core Technology Fee terms
The European Commission has formally announced today its preliminary view that Apple is in breach of the Digital Markets Act, surrounding App Store anti-steering rules. Additionally, the commission is also officially investigating Apple’s ‘al.....»»
EU takes aim at Apple"s Core Technology Fee in DMA non-compliance investigations
The European Union has announced a preliminary finding that Appleis in breach of the Digital Markets Act, including how it restricts rivals, and what it charges them.EU flags in BrusselsIn March 2024, EU officials opened an investigation into allegat.....»»
The 13 best TVs of 2024
Whether you’re a Samsung, Sony, or LG devotee, the best TVs of 2024 are available from all three companies, along with a few other brands......»»
Apple’s AI features for the iPhone just hit a major roadblock
Apple Intelligence was supposed to rethink what an iPhone can accomplish. The EU's landmark market rules are now standing in the way of users experiencing it......»»
New report claims the PlayStation VR2 is in serious trouble
According to a new report, Sony has cut funding for in-house PSVR2 game development......»»
Apple Intelligence & iPhone mirroring aren"t coming to EU because of the DMA
Apple isn't releasing Apple Intelligence and other major operating system changes in the EU, because of Digital Markets Act interoperability mandates.European flagsThe biggest changes in Apple's fall operating system updates include the machine learn.....»»
Scientists use heart and lung model to calculate potential health threats facing future space tourists in microgravity
Space exploration has always captivated our imagination, offering the promise of discovering new worlds and pushing the boundaries of human capability. As commercial space travel becomes more accessible, individuals with various underlying health con.....»»
Sony details its impressive Vision Pro competitor
Sony has shared more details about its new enterprise XR headset at the Augmented World Expo (AWE) this week......»»
PlayStation is seemingly skipping Gamescom 2024
Sony Interactive Entertainment has reportedly decided to skip Gamescom 2024......»»
EU says Apple has ‘very serious’ issues for not complying with DMA
Apple this year announced a series of changes when it comes to the App Store in the EU, as the Digital Markets Act (DMA) antitrust legislation came into force in March. However, the European Commission doesn’t seem satisfied with the changes Apple.....»»