Twitter valuation fell massively; Pentagon explosion hoax; anti-harrassment app closing
Elon Musk recently admitted that Twitter is now worth less than half of the $44B he paid for it, but it now appears that the current Twitter valuation may actually be a third of the sum he paid … more… The post Twitter valuation fell massively.....»»
X fails to avoid Australia child safety fine by arguing Twitter doesn’t exist
Elon Musk merging Twitter into X didn't absolve X from child safety fine. Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) remains on the hook for an approximately $400,000 fine after failing to.....»»
The first iOS 18 update fixes a major bug with Apple’s Passwords app
You can now download iOS 18.0.1 on your iPhone. The update includes a number of security fixes that address problems with the original iOS 18 release......»»
How to use iPhone Mirroring on your Mac
Apple’s iPhone Mirroring app is a great way to use your iPhone right from your Mac. It’s full of great features -- here’s your guide to using them all......»»
Google as Darth Vader: Why iA Writer quit the Android app market
A remarkably open farewell note from seven years of Android development. The team behind iA Writer, a distraction-free writing app that syncs across platforms, has left its Androi.....»»
X fined over $400,000 for refusing to address child abuse concerns
Elon Musk's X is at odds with the Australian government over its policies regarding child abuse. X, formerly Twitter, owes the Australian government some money.Bloomberg reported on Thursday that Elon Musk's microblogging site has to pay the eq.....»»
Galaxy Devices Stuck in Bootloop Following App Update (Updated)
Select Galaxy owners are having a not-so-fun day today, with phones apparently stuck in endless bootloops following a SmartThings framework system app update. Devices affected include the Galaxy S10 series, as well as the Galaxy Note 10 series. The f.....»»
Oura Ring 4 Official at $349 With Improvements Everywhere, Redesigned App
Smart rings are a hot health tracking item at the moment and that’s mostly because Samsung has finally entered the arena. There are other players, though, one of which has been in the game for a number of years and has released multiple generat.....»»
Verizon Message+ is Shutting Down
Verizon has had a text message app called Verizon Messages, that everyone referred to as Verizon Message+, for at least 8 years. The app isn’t something I ever considered using, as it has always been a bit behind in terms of UI trends, but it h.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: October 4, 2024 – iOS 18.0.1 and more now available
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. Sponsore.....»»
watchOS 11.0.1 now available with fixes for Apple Watch battery life and more
Alongside iOS 18.0.1 and iPadOS 18.0.1, Apple is also rolling out a new update for Apple Watch users. watchOS 11.0.1 is now available with fixes for the Music app, battery life, and more. Head below for the full release notes. more….....»»
macOS Sequoia 15.0.1 now available with important bug fixes
macOS 15.0.1 is now rolling out with some key bug fixes for Mac users. The update addresses problems in the Messages app as well as compatibility issues that had affected third-party security software. Head below for the full release notes. more.....»»
iOS 18.0.1 fixes security issues affecting iPhone microphone and Passwords app
In addition to a handful of notable bug fixes and performance improvements, today’s iOS 18.0.1 and iPadOS 18.0.1 updates also include a pair of important security fixes. Apple says that the updates include a fix for microphone access on the iPhone.....»»
OpenAI secures $6.6 billion in latest funding round
Thanks to $6.6 billion in funding from the likes of Microsoft and Nvidia with a $157 billion valuation, OpenAI is now one of the wealthiest private enterprises on the planet......»»
9to5Mac Daily: October 3, 2024 – AirPods repairability, more
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. Sponsore.....»»
Inside the Anti-Vax Facebook Group Pushing a Bogus Cure for Autism
Parents of newborns are reporting symptoms including diarrhea, twitching, and “complete toddler meltdowns” after giving them Pure Body Extra detox treatment......»»
Verizon is shutting down its popular texting app. Here’s why
Verizon Messages has been around for years. Now, it's getting ready to shut down. Here's why......»»
Google expands its AI search function, incorporates ads into Overviews on mobile
Google announced a slew of new AI-enhanced features for its Lens app, including voice questions, video analysis, and "dramatically more helpful results.".....»»
Windows 11 can now use AI to respond to your text messages
Microsoft's Phone Link app just made answering messages easier with Suggested Replies. Here is everything you need to know about the feature......»»
The Oura Ring 4 smart ring is here, and it looks superb
The Oura Ring 4 has a new design, an updated app, and improved accuracy, as the company pushes to maintain its status as the smart ring to beat......»»
How to use the Apple Passwords app
The latest Apple OS updates (iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia) have introduced a standalone Passwords app, to make users’ passwords, passkeys, Wi-Fi passwords, and verification codes easily accessible. You can access the Passwords app on your i.....»»