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- Wednesday November 20
- 04:41 pmiPhone 6S Plus, iPhone XS Max now vintage, and Apple Series 2 Watches obsolete
Apple has added the iPhone XS Max and iPhone 6S Plus and other older Apple products to the vintage list on their website. An Apple device is classified as vintage 5 years after which the company last distributed the product for sale. Sometimes, Apple would still offer repairs for vintage products if parts of the […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:39 pmWeChat introduces passkey technology for their iOS app
WeChat is integrating passkey support in their iOS app, enabling those who are not in China to log into the messaging platform via their passcode, TouchID, or FaceID instead of entering a password, which is the standard way. Apple presented the passkey for the iOS 16 to provide a more convenient and secure verification method […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:30 pmGamer gears up for World of Warcraft action with new Mac mini [Setups]
Today's slick dual-monitor setup is purpose-built as a Mac mini gaming station, thanks to M4 Pro. Who says Macs aren't good for gaming? (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:21 pmShould Apple make its own television? [Poll]04:15 pmIconic band Fleetwood Mac tells its own story in new Apple TV+ documentary
A new Fleetwood Mac documentary coming to Apple TV+ tells the legendary rockers' story in the band members' own words for the first time. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:10 pm'Final Fantasy XIV Mobile' brings epic adventures to your iPhone
Lightspeed Studios and Square Enix are bringing the critically acclaimed MMORPG "Final Fantasy XIV" to mobile, letting players embark on the epic Eorzean adventure on their iPhone.Final Fantasy XIVNaoki Yoshida, producer and director of Final Fantasy XIV Online, described the mobile adaptation as a "sister" game that aims to bring the core story and combat of the original to a smaller screen. Non-combat roles, like Disciples of the Land and Hand, will also be included.Final Fantasy XIV Mobile offers both longtime fans and new players a chance to explore Eorzea in a new way. Familiar characters like Thancred, Tataru, and Nanamo Ul Namo will appear, alongside features like fishing, Triple Triad, and chocobo racing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:56 pmApple’s Shazam hits 100 billion song recognitions
Shazam has now officially surpassed over 100 billion song recognitions since it launched. This monumental milestone not only reflects how… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:52 pmOvercast adds new listening stats and 48-hour undo features
The popular podcast player Overcast has gotten a big update today with a new listening stats feature. The app can now show you which podcasts you’ve listened to most over the last two years. Today’s Overcast update also adds an incredibly useful new 48-hour history and undo feature to help you recover from accidentally skipping a podcast. more…03:49 pmAirTag 2 has a lot more to prove than most Apple products
Apple is reportedly planning to ship AirTag 2 next year, about four years after its predecessor. And when it arrives, it will have a lot more to prove than most other Apple products. Here’s why. more…03:44 pmShazam has been used more than 100 billion times since it launched
Shazam, the wildly popular song recognition app, has reached a major milestone by identifying more than 100 billion songs — up from 70 billion songs in 2022.Shazam Predictions 2022 playlist and new subscriber dealOn Wednesday, Apple took a moment to praise Shazam for reaching a major milestone. Since its inception in 2002, Shazam has been used to identify 100 billion songs worldwide.To put that in perspective, Apple points out that a person would need to use Shazam to identify a song every second for 3,168 years to reach 100 billion. It's also equivalent to 12 songs identified for every person on Earth. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:35 pmMicrosoft Ignite 2024: Enterprise Productivity Is the Easiest AI Sell
This week’s Microsoft Ignite 2024 event in Chicago showcased Microsoft's vision and strategies for corporate and enterprise customers, highlighting AI's potential to transform operations. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.03:25 pmApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Shazam hits 100 billion song recognitions03:23 pmApple’s best selling iPhone models aren’t what you’d expect, but there’s a good reason
Early in the iPhone’s life, Apple made only one model for everyone. Today, the company releases four flagships every year and also offers the iPhone SE and older models. It’s a lot to keep up with, but a new report gives us a good picture of which models are selling best. more…03:20 pmScore an official Apple MagSafe Charger for 60% off in this wild blowout sale
Macworld If you have a new iPhone, the easiest and safest way to charge it is with Apple’s official MagSafe charger, especially when you can get one for crazy cheap: Amazon’s Woot is selling the 1st-gen MagSafe charger for $15, a savings of more than 60 percent and the lowest we’ve ever seen. Woot says the product is brand new direct from Apple but won’t ship in its original packaging. Instead, it will however arrive in a polybag or plain brown box. it comes with a 90-day Woot Limited Warranty. The deal is available through Saturday or until supplies run out. Apple MagSafe Charger uses magnets to firmly attach to the back of the iPhone or AirPods Pro case for more reliable wireless charging. Since this is the 1st-gen cable, it maxes out at 15W, but that’s plenty fast for quickly filling up your iPhone when it hits the red. Like Apple’s other products, it doesn’t come with a power adapter, so you’ll need to bring your own. Apple recommends 20W or higher for maximum speeds. What’s more, you can also save even more by buying two ($28) or three ($40), so if you need a great charger for a great price, go grab one now. Get an official Apple MagSafe charger for 60% offBuy now on Woot!03:10 pmShazam tops 100 billion song recognition milestone
Shazam, the song recognition service that Apple acquired in 2018, today announced a major milestone: its users have now identified more than 100 billion songs. The most identified song is Dance Monkey, by Tones and I, which has been recognized by Shazam more than 45 million times. more…03:02 pmiPhone SE 4 with Apple-designed 5G modem to launch in March 2025 – Barclays
A recent research note from Barclays analyst Tom O'Malley suggests that Apple is planning to release a fourth-generation iPhone SE… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:30 pmGet a pair of AirTag-style tracking tags for just $35
Tired of hunting down lost keys? Find them with an Ethos Smart Tracker, an affordable AirTag alternative that works with Apple's Find My app. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:29 pmUK carrier O2 creates AI grandmother Daisy to waste scammers’ time [Video]
UK mobile carrier O2 has created Daisy, an AI grandmother designed to waste the time of phone scammers by keeping them on the line as long as possible. Anyone can report a scam call or message by texting their number to 7722, where it will be checked and then added to the list of targets … more…02:00 pmWhy Apple should bring out Mac mini SSD storage upgrades
The option to buy high-capacity replacement storage SSDs would be a win for M4 Mac mini users and Apple itself. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:47 pmApple defends removing Musi from the App Store, as fans boycott new iPhones
The legal battle over the free music streaming app Musi continues, with Apple defending its decision to remove it from the App Store ahead of a court case set to determine its fate … more…