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Apple is creating a whole platform, not just an experience machine. Gadgets 

Apple Vision Pro Contrasts with the Meta Quest

Jim Hendler, , , ,

When Apple refers to the Vision Pro as a “spatial computer,” it may seem like an overstatement. Essentially, it is a top-of-the-line mixed reality headset that can be used for gaming, content creation, and productivity. However, there are more affordable options available, such as the $299 Meta Quest 2, which can also perform these functions. For professionals who require advanced capabilities, wearables like the Quest Pro and Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 are already capable of handling some of these tasks. Therefore, if you are simply seeking an improvement on existing technology,…

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Apple wants to restrict clone apps for iPhone users and developers need to comply with the new rules or else will be removed. News 

Apple Introduces App Store Guidelines To Prevent Cloned Apps For iPhone Users

Adriana Marais, ,

This week, Apple unveiled its latest MacBook and its inaugural mixed reality headset. However, the WWDC 2023 also brought some noteworthy developments that are significant to users. Apple has implemented new policies in the App Store to combat the problem of app clones and imitators. In fact, the company has gone to the extent of claiming that clone apps violate its App Store rules, potentially getting them blacklisted from the App Store. The new rules clearly state that no developer can use the same code, interface, or even name that…

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Apple introduced a range of groundbreaking products and software updates specifically designed to help professionals in the rapidly evolving remote work landscape. (AFP) News 

Insights from Apple’s WWDC 2023 for Professionals Working Remotely

Adriana Marais, ,

During this week’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC2023), Apple introduced a range of exciting new products and features that cater to both everyday consumers and modern professionals. Apple introduced a series of ground-breaking products and software updates specifically designed to help professionals in the rapidly evolving remote work environment. With an emphasis on productivity, collaboration and connectivity, these new offerings are likely to revolutionize the way people work across industries, if you can afford them. Although only two months ago. the tech giant was heard monitoring employees’ attendance with badge registers…

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It's in Apple's newest products, just not on the lips of its executives Tuesday. AI 

What AI Technologies Were Featured at WWDC?

Febin Mathew, , , , ,

Since the release of ChatGPT last November, generative AI has become a mainstream phenomenon, comparable to Pandora’s infamous opening of the misery box. Startups and industry leaders are now racing to incorporate this smart feature into their existing code stacks and integrate the transformative potential of machine-generated content into their apps. In the current hype cycle, it is essential to promote genAI accomplishments to stand out amidst the flood of customizable chatbots and self-producing Powerpoint slide sellers in the market. If Google’s latest I/O conference or Meta’s new dedicated development…

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You'll get new warnings about sensitive content. News 

Apple’s iOS 17 Enhances Security Against Unwanted Nudity

Adriana Marais, , ,

Apple’s iOS 17 simplifies content sharing while introducing measures to prevent misuse. The tech giant has announced that its forthcoming software will incorporate a Sensitive Content Warning function, which assists adults in avoiding unsolicited nude images and videos. If you receive something that may be worrying, you can either reject it, accept it, or discover ways to seek assistance. Communication security also protects children outside the Viestit application. The feature uses machine learning to detect and mask sexual content sent and received via AirDrop, contact stickers, FaceTime messages, and photo…

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Apple, at WWDC 2023, has announced its latest software for iPhones– iOS 17. The good news is Apple has improved the autocorrect feature while typing. This means you can actually type ‘duck’ correctly without having to replace ‘d’ with ‘f’ every time, among others. News 

Apple iPhone Users Rejoice – iOS17 Update Now Available!

Adriana Marais,

Apple has brought much-awaited relief to iPhone users with the announcement of its latest software, iOS 17, at WWDC 2023. The autocorrect feature has been significantly improved, allowing users to type words like ‘duck’ without the frustrating need to replace ‘d’ with ‘f’ repeatedly. Apple claims to have introduced auto-correction with an “overhaul”. The Cupertino-based tech giant is now said to be using a “Transformer Language Model,” which basically relies on on-device machine learning to predict words. All these conditions make you finally get a “duck” right on your iPhone.…

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For the record, Apple– not even for once– has called the Vision pro, a headset. Apple likes to refer to the Vision Pro as a spatial computer. Of course, no one is stopping you from calling it a headset or an ‘Apple ski glass’ or Apple goggles. Gadgets 

What Was The Reason Behind Tim Cook Not Wearing The Vision Pro ‘Headset’ At WWDC 2023?

Adarsh V.K, ,

During the WWDC 2023 event, Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple, revealed the company’s latest innovation, the Vision Pro, which he touted as the next breakthrough in personal technology. However, despite the hype surrounding the headset, neither Cook nor any of Apple’s top executives wore it during the presentation, raising questions about its actual potential. Apple has – not even once – called Vision pro headphones. Apple likes to call the Vision Pro a space computer. Of course, no one forbids you to call them headphones, “Apple Ski Goggles” or…

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Naturally, a lot of the updates that are coming to the iPhone in iOS 17 are here, as well. News 

iPadOS 17 Offers Customizable Lock Screen, Interactive Widgets and Apple Health Integration

Adriana Marais, , ,

Apple is once again introducing a significant range of updates for iPadOS, with the latest version being iPadOS 17. As anticipated, it includes numerous modifications that have already been demonstrated for iOS 17 on the iPhone, as well as some enhancements tailored specifically for the tablet. First, the widgets are now interactive, meaning you can update them and take action without going directly into the app. You can start playing music through the music widget, check reminders, update smart home features and so on. Unsurprisingly, iPadOS 17 also brings the…

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Apple is reorienting the user interface around a new version of the old Glances feature. Gadgets 

watchOS 10 Brings Widgets Back to the Apple Watch

Adriana Marais, , , ,

The arrival of watchOS 10 may bring about a significant change in the appearance of your Apple Watch. The company is set to revamp the smartwatch user interface, which is expected to be one of the firmware’s most substantial updates. You may recall that the original Apple Watch interface was designed in part around Glances—a collection of widgets for various apps and features. Apple eventually moved away from Glances to put more emphasis on apps, but now the company wants to make widgets an even bigger focus of the Watch…

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Future Kojima games will be available on Macs, too. Gaming 

Hideo Kojima’s ‘Death Stranding: Director’s Cut’ to be Released on Mac

Nitin Misra, , , ,

Apple’s strategy to attract popular games to their Mac platform seems to be yielding positive results as Hideo Kojima has announced that Death Stranding: Director’s Cut will be released on Mac later this year. Additionally, Kojima Productions’ upcoming games will also be available on the platform, although it remains uncertain if this includes Death Stranding 2. While no alterations have been mentioned, it is likely that an Apple Silicon-based Mac will be necessary to fully enjoy the game. As with other platforms, this version of Death Stranding is finally a…

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Productivity is the main focus, but there's also a new Game Mode. News 

macOS Sonoma Introduces Widgets to Desktops

Jim Hendler, ,

Sonoma is the name of the most recent macOS update, which focuses on enhancing productivity and widget organization, while also providing some leisure features. The updated operating system enables users to move widgets around the desktop and place them wherever they prefer. When one widget is active, the others will become less prominent. Sonoma – or macOS 14 – also communicates with widgets on your iPhone via Continuity. With your iOS device close at hand, you can access and interact with all of your phone’s widgets on your desktop, without…

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The company also added AirPlay upgrades, including the ability to activate it with Siri. News 

AirPods Automatically Adjust ANC and Transparency to Suit Your Surroundings

Nitin Misra, , ,

Apple may not have upgraded the hardware of its AirPods, but it has introduced new audio features in iOS 17 that will improve the performance of the earphones. The most notable feature is Adaptive Audio, which is designed for the second-gen AirPods Pro. This feature adjusts the levels of active noise cancelation and transparency mode based on the user’s surroundings. It blends these two modes together to provide the best experience possible in any given moment. Apple claims that Adaptive Audio will adapt seamlessly to changes in the user’s environment…

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This tvOS update also includes a redesigned control center and Find My Remote. News 

Apple TV to Receive FaceTime Feature

Adriana Marais, , ,

During the WWDC event, Apple made an announcement that FaceTime, their video-calling service, will now be available on Apple TV hardware for the first time. This is made possible by a tvOS update that offers a comprehensive version of the live-streaming app, utilizing the Continuity Camera feature that was recently introduced. First, this feature lets you use your iPhone as a replacement webcam for your laptop, so now you can use your iPhone or iPad as your primary camera for FaceTime conversations through your TV. Apple says that wireless integration…

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Apple gave a look at its plan to reduce myopia, or nearsightedness, with a daylight sensor and alerts to move the screen farther away from your eyes. News 

Apple Introduces New Features to Help Protect Kids’s Eyesight

Adriana Marais, ,

During its annual WWDC on Monday, Apple showcased features aimed at minimizing eye strain in children, such as a daylight sensor and alerts to adjust the screen’s distance from the eyes. These features were initially previewed for Global Accessibility Awareness Day in May, with a focus on health and accessibility. Although anyone can use them, Apple stated that they are specifically designed for children, as nearsightedness or myopia typically develops during childhood and affects around 30% of the US population, according to the American Optometric Association. Apple said at WWDC…

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Apple initially teased the new features for Global Accessibility Awareness Day in May. News 

Apple unveils new accessibility tools, including voice cloning capability

Adriana Marais,

During its annual WWDC on Monday, Apple showcased its latest accessibility and health updates, which include new assistive technology and voice features. These updates were first previewed on Global Accessibility Awareness Day in May and have now been confirmed to launch with iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10, and macOS Sonoma. For iOS users with cognitive disabilities, Apple’s new Assistive Access features allow people to customize apps with high-contrast buttons and large text labels to meet their individual needs. Apple also added Live Speech and Personal Voice for people who…

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Enhancements to Private Browsing make you harder to track and identify. News 

Safari Gains Enhanced Privacy Features and Web App Dock Support

Febin Mathew, , ,

Although Safari may not be the most thrilling aspect of macOS, Apple is still investing in its web browser. The newest edition boasts several practical enhancements, such as enhanced privacy controls, encryption capabilities, and the option to generate “apps” from any webpage. The best feature might be the new web apps. This puts the website in the dock on macOS, just like any other app, and opens it with a simple interface that helps hide the fact that you’re just using a web page in a browser. If this sounds…

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Check out all the compatible devices for Apple's upcoming operating systems. News 

Apple’s iOS 17 No Longer Compatible with iPhone 8 and X Models

Adriana Marais, , , ,

As per usual, Apple is set to launch its newest operating systems for its range of products in the upcoming autumn season. However, the company will continue its trend of abandoning certain older models of its devices. If you’re still holding on to your iPhone 8 (it was awesome, so I don’t blame you), iPhone 8 Plus, or iPhone X, you can’t upgrade to iOS 17. In other words, the iPhone needs an A12 Bionic chip or later to install iOS. a new replay. If you have an iPhone XR,…

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The new MacBook Air features a spacious, high-resolution 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display, with up to 500 nits of brightness and support for 1 billion colors. News 

Apple Unveils 15-inch MacBook Air At WWDC 2023: Price, Availability And Specifications

Adriana Marais, ,

At the WWDC 2023 event, Apple, headquartered in Cupertino, unveiled a new MacBook Air laptop featuring a 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display, an M2 chip, a six-speaker sound system, and up to 18 hours of battery life, among other features. Apple 15-inch MacBook Air Price and Availability in India The 15-inch MacBook Air with the M2 chip is available in Midnight, Starlight, Silver and Space Gray colors and is priced at Rs 1,34,900 in India and Rs 1,24,900 for Education. The MacBook Air with M2 is available to order and will…

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The technology works with Apple Pay, passwords and more. Gadgets 

Apple Vision Pro Headset to Utilize Optic ID for Sign-In Through Eye Tracking

Adriana Marais, , , ,

Apple’s upcoming Vision Pro headset will revolutionize security measures in the company’s products by utilizing a unique approach that involves your eyes. The mixed reality device will incorporate the highly anticipated Optic ID system, which will analyze your irises through undetectable LED light exposure and cross-reference it with your registered eye data to authenticate your identity. This feature can serve as a substitute for passwords and enable you to make transactions on the App Store or through Apple Pay. The company guarantees that your eye data is encrypted and isolated…

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It uses Apple's Metal 3 API for elevated graphics. Gaming 

No Man’s Sky is available for Mac from today

Jim Hendler, , , , ,

Hello Games made an exciting announcement at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference in 2022: No Man’s Sky was finally coming to Mac computers. Now, ahead of WWDC 2023, Mac users can finally play No Man’s Sky to their heart’s content. Hello Games claims to have worked closely with Apple to bring the game to life, and supports the company’s Metal 3 interface “to achieve console-quality graphics while saving battery life on laptops and lower-end devices.” No Man’s Sky is available to anyone with an Apple silicon-equipped Mac (launched in 2020) or…

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