Trademark for "realityOS" points to VR, AR at WWDC
A trademark for "realityOS" has been discovered, a filing that could mean WWDC 2022 will see the launch of Apple's dedicated VR and AR platform.Renders of Apple Glass and a mixed-reality headset.Apple has been rumored to be working on a VR or AR head.....»»
IDs in Apple Wallet expected to come to these two states soon
At WWDC 2021, Apple announced its plans to bring support for digital IDs in Apple Wallet. Adoption of this feature has been slow and is currently limited to five states, with Ohio being the most recent addition as of last week. On Monday, 9to5Mac.....»»
“Do not hallucinate”: Testers find prompts meant to keep Apple Intelligence on the rails
Long lists of instructions show how Apple is trying to navigate AI pitfalls. Enlarge / Apple Intelligence was unveiled at WWDC 2024. (credit: Apple) As the parent of a younger child, I can tell you that getting a kid to.....»»
Disney+ adds Iceland immersive environment to Apple Vision Pro
Owners of the Apple Vision Pro can now experience a whole new immersive environment, with Disney+ bringing users virtually to Iceland.Iceland in the Disney+ environments listOne of the selling points of the Apple Vision Pro is the prospect of enterin.....»»
Researchers identify global hotspots for flows of "dirty money", with Dubai and Hong Kong emerging as focal points
New research from the University of Sussex, published August 5 has identified a large-scale shift from the UK to what researchers are terming the "Dubai-Kong axis" as a new hotspot for illicit financial flows (IFFs)—money tied to corruption, organi.....»»
Berkshire Hathaway unloaded more than half of its Apple stock last quarter
In a surprise move, in the second quarter of 2024, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway made the biggest sale of Apple in years, unloading around 400 million shares and missing the post-WWDC stock peak.Tim Cook and Warren Buffett in Apple ParkIn Decem.....»»
Apple working with regulators to enable Apple Intelligence in China and the EU
During the announcement of Apple Intelligence at WWDC 2024, Apple said that the technology would be available first for US English and that support for more languages would be added over the next year. However, users in China and the European Union w.....»»
Not the day after tomorrow: Why we can"t predict the timing of climate tipping points
A study published in Science Advances reveals that uncertainties are currently too large to accurately predict exact tipping times for critical Earth system components like the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), polar ice sheets, or.....»»
Economists uncover hidden influence of top campaign donors
The death of a top donor during an electoral cycle decreases the likelihood that a candidate will be elected by more than three percentage points, according to an innovative new study by Cornell economists and colleagues......»»
If you’ve ever considered buying a Keurig, you should jump on this deal
The Keurig K-Mini coffee maker, which uses the brand's trademark K-Cup coffee pods to make drinks in minutes, is down to a very affordable $60 from Amazon......»»
The best Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra bands in 2024
Your brand new Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra looks even better with any of these excellent watch bands that are being offered at various price points......»»
Support for IDs in Apple Wallet expands to its fifth state
One of the most highly anticipated features announced at WWDC in 2021 was support for storing IDs in the Apple Wallet application. However, the rollout of this feature has been incredibly slow. But starting today, the IDs in Wallet feature is now.....»»
New methods predict tipping points for alpine permafrost loss
If the bedrock in the Alps no longer remains permanently frozen, rockfalls may occur more frequently. By measuring electrical resistivity in the ground, researchers can now better understand why this happens......»»
The major Atlantic current that keeps Northern Europe warm could have new variations and tipping points
Northern Europe is relatively warm given its place on the globe. For example, although north of most major Canadian cities, London is warmer than all of them (even Vancouver in British Columbia). But this warmth could disappear by the turn of the cen.....»»
First macOS Sequoia 15.1 beta now rolling out to developers with Apple Intelligence preview
macOS Sequoia was announced at WWDC 2024, and developers can now try out the beta version on their Macs. However, one feature missing from the betas is Apple Intelligence, and Apple is finally rolling out a preview of its AI features with the first b.....»»
PSA: iOS 18.1 and macOS 15.1 beta only available for Apple Intelligence compatible devices
After teasing Apple Intelligence features at WWDC 2024 in June, Apple is finally releasing a developer preview with the first betas of iOS 18.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1. However, today’s betas won’t be available for devices other than those compati.....»»
iOS 18.1 developer beta brings Apple Intelligence into the wild for the first time
Some features will be included, and others won't. Enlarge / Apple Intelligence was unveiled at WWDC 2024. (credit: Apple) As was just rumored, the iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 developer betas are rolling.....»»
AMD ripped off my favorite app — and I love it
AMD revealed AFMF 2, which promises a lot of the key selling points that's made the Lossless Scaling app so popular......»»
When will we get Apple Intelligence? Maybe not until iOS 18.1
After unveiling Apple Intelligence at WWDC back in June, many have wondered when we’ll actually get to test out these new features. After all, we are quickly approaching August, and there’s still no Apple Intelligence features in any betas. Unfor.....»»
Apple’s Emergency SOS Live Video calls coming to 911 centers this fall
One of the features Apple announced for iOS 18 at WWDC was Emergency SOS Live Video – a way to share live or recorded video with 911 operators so they can get a better sense of what’s happening on the scene. Two of the companies that provide c.....»»
How to use the new "Search Here" feature in Apple Maps with iOS 18
Apple Maps has a new feature in iOS 18 that helps people search for locations, businesses, and points of interest within a specific area on the map. But it's a little tricky to find.How to use the new 'Search Here' feature in Apple Maps with iOS 18Ap.....»»