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“What the duck” is no more with Apple’s new iPhone autocorrect update

7Jun

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“What the duck” is no more with Apple’s new iPhone autocorrect update

Apple devices could re-create user's voice Apple users will be able to turn text into your own speech with new update 05:40 For iPhone users, texting curse words hasn't traditionally been an easy task, with "duck" being the stand-in for many people's favorite f-word. But Apple announced at the Worldwide Developers Conference yesterday that the G-rated autocorrection will come to an end with its newest update. "In those moments where yo...

Apple event: What to know about its virtual reality headset release

5Jun

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Apple event: What to know about its virtual reality headset release

Apple on Monday unveiled its long-awaited virtual reality headset, called "Vision Pro" — the technology giant's first major product launch since releasing its AirPods earbuds in 2016.The device, which is priced at a hefty $3,499, for now is aimed at developers of video games and other applications, rather than the general public. But Apple's entry into the growing market for VR and the so-called augmented reality segment could galvanize consumer interest in what remains a fairly niche tech product. The headsets, which Apple is calling the world's first spatial computers, will be available early next year on Apple.com and at retail stores across the U.S., Apple said."Just as the Mac introduced us to personal computing, and iPhone introduced us to mobile computing, Apple Vision Pro i...

Nvidia reaches $1 trillion market value, becoming first chip company to do so

3Jun

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Nvidia reaches $1 trillion market value, becoming first chip company to do so

Nvidia, an artificial intelligence and chip company headquartered in California, hit a $1 trillion market value on Tuesday, making it the first chip company to do so, according to Reuters.The company's stock rose 4.4% on Tuesday morning and about 25% over the past week. The reason? The demand for AI. The company engineers "the most advanced chips, systems, and software" for AI. Shares are now worth around $408. Nvidia is the leader in making AI chips, but some experts say that is overvalued, according to Forbes. Last week, the company forecast their second-quarter revenue to be more than 50% above Wall Street estimates, leading analysts to increase their price targets, according to Reuters. The company said it is boosting production of the chips,...

10 missing hikers rescued from California canyon thanks to Apple SOS feature

25May

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10 missing hikers rescued from California canyon thanks to Apple SOS feature

A California search and rescue team came to the aid of 10 missing hikers in the "Last Chance" area of an Upper Ojai canyon thanks to an Apple emergency feature. Members of the Ventura County Sheriff's Office Upper Ojai Search and Rescue Team were first alerted to the hikers at around 8 p.m. local time on May 12, according to a news release. The hikers, who were in the Santa Paula Canyon, had used Apple's Emergency SOS feature on an iPhone to send a text message which contained what the search and rescue team described as "valuable information," including their possible location. The SOS feature enables your iPhone to call a local emergency number, and share location information. On some iPhone models, the feature works via satellite to text emergency ser...

Apple introduces way to split payments in Apple Pay

29Mar

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Apple introduces way to split payments in Apple Pay

Apple will now let consumers use its mobile payment service, Apply Pay, to make purchases immediately and pay for them in installments over time. With "Apple Pay Later," users have the option of splitting purchases into four payments made over six weeks. They will not be charged any interest or fees, the company said in a statement on Tuesday announcing the new feature. Users also can apply for "buy now pay later" loans of $50 to $1,000, made through Apple Financing, that can be used for online and in-app purchases at any vendor that accepts Apple Pay. Currently, "Apply Pay Later" is only available to a select group of users, who were chosen at random to be a part of the launch. The company plans to roll out the feature more widely in the coming months, Apple said. ...

First-generation iPhone, still in the box, sells for more than $63,000

21Feb

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First-generation iPhone, still in the box, sells for more than $63,000

First generation iPhone going up for auction First generation iPhone going up for auction 00:34 A first-generation iPhone sold at auction for $63,356.40 – more than 100 times its original price. The 2007 phone, which is still sealed in its box, was sold on LCG Auctions and was expected to go for $50,000, but exceeded that estimate by more than $13,000. The bidding started at $2,500 and after 27 bids, the phone sold on Sunday.The original owner of the phone, Ka...

3Feb

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A first-generation iPhone is expected to go for $50,000 at auction

A first-generation iPhone is up for auction and is expected to sell for a whopping $50,000. The 2007 phone, which is still sealed in its box, is being sold on LCG Auctions.The owner of the phone, Karen Green, had it appraised on the talk show "The Doctor & The Diva" in 2019. Because it is an 8GB — not 4GB — and is still in its original packaging, the appraiser said it was worth $5,000. "In 2007, I got a new job and my friends bought me the latest, newest first-generation iPhone," Green said. "It had all these neat things on there to do a new job, like a calendar." She said she didn't open the box because she had just gotten a new phone. "I didn't want to get rid of my phone, and I figured, 'It's an iPhone, so it will never go out of date.'" L...

EU Parliament votes to require a universal charger for all cellphones starting in 2024

5Oct

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EU Parliament votes to require a universal charger for all cellphones starting in 2024

Europeans might soon have an easier time finding the right charging cords for each of their devices. The European Parliament approved a measure Tuesday that would require all cellphones and other small handheld electronic devices sold in the European Union to have the same USB Type-C charging port.This means Europeans would no longer need a different charger for each new device –– regardless of the manufacturer. The measure, which still needs final approval from the European Council, would mandate the change for new cellphones, tablets, digital cameras headphones/headsets, handheld videogame consoles, portable speakers, e-readers, keyboards, mice and earbuds go into effect by the end of 2024. Laptop manufacturers will have until 2026 to update their charging requirements. ...

Apple rolls out iPhone 14, AirPods and Watch at annual event

7Sep

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Apple rolls out iPhone 14, AirPods and Watch at annual event

Apple unveiled updated versions of its popular iPhone, AirPods and watch on Wednesday at a highly anticipated event streamed from its Cupertino, California, headquarters.The Apple Watch Series 8, which starts at $400 or $500 with cellular service, comes with a larger screen and new health and safety features. Those include a temperature sensor in the watch that allows it to track ovulation and new motion sensors that can detect if the wearer has been in a car accident. In a crash, the watch can also automatically call a person's emergency contacts, a potentially useful feature in crashes that involve a single vehicle. Executives emphasized that Apple Watch users' body-temperature data will be encrypted, so that Apple won't have access to it. The Apple Watch crash-n...

13Aug

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Steam Deck Is Surprisingly Great As A PC—Here’s How To Do It

It only does...everything?Gif: KotakuThe more time I spend with Valve’s Steam Deck, the more I’m fascinated by it. While it’s obviously rad for the incredibly rich selection of games it plays, I’ve found it’s actually a really solid mini-PC for work, creation, and just everyday PC-related tasks, so today I’ll show you how to get started using your Deck as a powerful little PC in its own right.Don’t worry, none of this involves installing weird software, arcane Linux witchery, or using another OS. While SteamOS has some room for improvement, Valve’s initial offering is very impressive, making for a fun, experimental little computer that’s great for taking a first taste of Linux. It’s cool to also have that in a device that plays AAA games. And indie games. And weird art games. And it’s also...