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.....»»
The link rot spreads: GIF-hosting site Gfycat shutting down Sept. 1
Snap-owned service has little to say, other than save or delete your stuff. Enlarge / A myriad of ways one might react to Gfycat's closure, trending on Gfycat itself at the moment. (credit: Gfycat) The internet continues.....»»
Developer claims Steam is rejecting games with AI-generated artwork
Valve cites unclear legal status, copyrighted training data in rejection message. Can you tell which of these seemingly identical bits of Steam iconography were generated using AI (trick question, it's none of them). (credit: Aur.....»»
Reddit client Apollo is shutting down on July 1st -- please decline your refund
Reddit has forced third-party clients like Apollo to shut down due to exorbitant fees, and please refuse the subscription refund to help keep your favorite developers afloat.Decline your Apollo refundLike with what happened to third-party Twitter cli.....»»
One of the biggest podcast apps is shutting down in August
Stitcher used to be one of the biggest podcast apps on the planet. This August, it's officially closing its doors......»»
How to use Live Voicemail in iOS 17
The upcoming iOS 17 update will bring a Live Voicemail feature, enabling users to view a live transcription of their phone conversations and pick up the call while a message is being left. Here's how to use it.Live Voicemail in iOS 17Live Voicemail d.....»»
iOS 17 lets users easily change the app used to send messages with Siri
It’s been a while since iOS users have been able to ask Siri to send a message to someone. And while this command uses iMessage or SMS by default, it also works if you specify a compatible third-party app. With iOS 17, Apple is making this even mo.....»»
Apple wants to improve Messages dictation -- with an emoji twist
Apple research is focusing on how to further crack the surprisingly tricky business of turning the spoken word into emojis — and then adjusting that emoji to suit what a user's message means.Apparently there are times when words won't do, yet a lit.....»»
How to move photos from My Photo Stream to iCloud -- or elsewhere
Apple will be shutting down My Photo Stream on July 26. Here's how to make sure those photos are saved, and still shareable to all your devices, using iCloud Photos or an alternative service.When iCloud first launched back in 2011, there was no iClou.....»»
Moral reframing increases support for economically progressive candidates: Study
Economically progressive candidates may fare better in US elections when delivering their message in terms of "binding values" such as patriotism, family, and respect for tradition, according to a study published in PNAS Nexus......»»
AT&T’s Google Pixel Fold pre-order deal is too good to pass up
AT&T has announced that they too are now taking pre-orders for the Google Pixel Fold and will be offering customers some perks and bonuses. Verizon recently announced that they have started to take pre-orders for the Google Pixel Fold. Th.....»»
Google Pixel Fold pre-orders now live on Verizon
If you’re thinking about getting the Google Pixel Fold, you might want to consider grabbing it from Verizon. Google officially announced their first-ever foldable last month at I/O, the Google Pixel Fold. If you’re keen on the handset.....»»
The significance of CIS Control mapping in the 2023 Verizon DBIR
Verizon’s recently released 2023 Data Breach Investigation Report (DBIR) provides organizations with a comprehensive analysis of the evolving threat landscape and valuable insights into incident types and vulnerabilities. This year, the report.....»»
How to make and use iPhone Messages stickers with iOS 17
The Messages app gets a number of valuable upgrades with iOS 17. One of the biggest changes is the ability to create and place stickers including emoji, custom ones, and Live Stickers anywhere in a message. Follow along for how to make and use iPhon.....»»
The multiplying impact of BEC attacks
The 2023 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) has confirmed what FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center has pointed out earlier this year: BEC scammers are ramping up their social engineering efforts to great success. BEC attackers t.....»»
Brooklyn"s Mac Support Store to close after 17 years, auction forthcoming
A long-running Apple reseller and support store in Brooklyn is shutting down, and is marking its closure with an online auction.The flag will be coming down on Brooklyn's famous Mac Support Store (source: Apple Maps)The Mac Support Store officially o.....»»
The Art of Effective SMS Communication: Crafting Messages That Get Noticed
SMS or Short Message Service has become an essential part of modern communication. The ability to send short, concise messages to anyone, anywhere, at any time has revolutionized the way we communicate. But in a world where attention is a scarc.....»»
High Prices Make Textbook ‘Piracy’ Acceptable to Most Students
Through several lawsuits, Danish publishers tried to send a clear message: educating oneself through pirated textbooks is illegal. This message has thus far failed to make an impact. New research published by the Rights Alliance shows that more than.....»»
Verizon Unlimited Prepaid Plans Now Save $20 With Each New Line
Shortly after the launch of Verizon’s new and questionable myPlan unlimited plans, we reminded you about Verizon’s prepaid unlimited data plans as the correct alternative. In fact, we called Verizon Unlimited Plus on prepaid their “.....»»
Apollo shutting down due to Reddit’s unaffordable API
UGH. We’ve been tracking the negative effect that Reddit’s decision to begin charging for access to its API has had on third-party clients including Apollo. Now the developer of the awesome iPhone and iPad app has announced that API change is fo.....»»
Reddit app "Apollo" is shutting down over Reddit"s expensive API prices
Apollo, one of the most popular Reddit apps, is shutting down due to modifications made to Reddit's API that will impose incredibly high costs on developers who create Reddit clients.Apollo is shutting downReddit had announced its intention to implem.....»»