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• 11 New iPhone Features Everyone Should Be Using - CNET

  08-03-2023 23:34
  
  These newer iPhone features are worth trying if you haven't already.
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: March 8, 2023 – Apple TV bug fixes, TikTok ban looms

  08-03-2023 23:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
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• 5 Benefits of Solitude and Why You Need It for Your Mental Health - CNET

  08-03-2023 23:00
  
  Spending time alone is good for you. Here's why.
  
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• Apple makes India its own sales region

  08-03-2023 22:51 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is placing a greater focus on India, reshuffling management of its international businesses, Bloomberg News reports citing “people with knowledge of the matter.” In a new first, India will become its own sales region at Apple, which has seen demand surge in the country.
  Apple’s website in India launched in 2020
  Mark Gurman for Bloomberg News:[The move] will give the Asian nation increased prominence inside the tech giant, according to the people, who asked not to be ident
  
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• Here’s a first look at Bluesky, the decentralized social network from Twitter’s cofounder

  08-03-2023 22:46 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The new social network Bluesky, backed in part by Jack Dorsey, debuted on the App Store several weeks ago as a “private beta.” Although new members need an invitation to join Bluesky, there are already a few thousand people there – and I was able to take a closer look at how it works.more…
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• Bird Flu Threat: US Considers Vaccine for Birds, Report Says, but Public Risk Stays Low - CNET

  08-03-2023 22:32
  
  Officials are considering giving birds shots in order to slow avian influenza, The New York Times reported. Here's everything we know about bird flu.
  
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• Bloomberg: Apple reshuffling its sales organization ‘to put a bigger focus on India’

  08-03-2023 22:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is revamping its international sales strategies “to put a bigger focus on India,” according to a new report from Bloomberg. As part of this reshuffle, India will become its own “sales region” at Apple for the first time.more…
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• Turns Out, Our Dreams May Actually Hold a Deeper Meaning - CNET

  08-03-2023 22:09
  
  An expert decodes our dreams, from being late to an event to the death of a loved one.
  
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• iOS 16.4 beta 3 arrives, with new emoji and several enhancements

  08-03-2023 21:54 via macworld.com
  
  Typically, the next iOS minor release goes into beta within a day or two of the prior version’s main public release. So, when iOS 16.3 was released back on January 23, we expected the 16.4 beta to begin on January 24. It’s unusual, but iOS 16.4’s first beta release finally arrived on February 16, over three weeks later. Its contemporaries (iPadOS 16.4, watchOS 9.4, and macOS 13.3) also entered beta at the same time. We expect a final release of iOS 16.4 will likely come in Mar
  
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• ‘Ted Lasso’ Season 3: Get ready for the March 15 premiere

  08-03-2023 21:48 via macworld.com
  
  Apple put a lot of effort into making its early slate of Apple TV+ original shows a little bit of something for everyone. All the company needed was one breakout hit to put the service on the map.While the quality was good, none of the shows got that “everyone is talking about it” quality until, almost a year after the debut of Apple TV+, one of the shows that weren’t very heavily promoted became a runaway hit. Combing niceness and good cheer with soccer seems like a recipe th
  
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• Apple TV+ unveils trailer for new comedy series ‘The Big Door Prize’

  08-03-2023 21:45 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple TV+ today unveiled the trailer for “The Big Door Prize,” the character driven comedy created by Emmy Award winner David West Read, and starring an ensemble cast led by Chris O’Dowd.
  “The Big Door Prize” starring Chris O’Dowd and created by Emmy Award winner David West Read, premieres Wednesday, March 29 on Apple TV+.
  The new 10-episode half-hour comedy, set for its premiere this month at SXSW, will debut globally with the first three episodes on Wednesda
  
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• Ozempic, Wegovy Make for Flashy New Weight-Loss Drugs. Here's What to Know - CNET

  08-03-2023 21:35
  
  An overview of the diabetes drug turned obesity medication.
  
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• Apple backs new music startup ‘Gamma’

  08-03-2023 21:14 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is backing a music startup launched by one of its former executives that positions itself as an alternative to traditional record labels.The company, called Gamma, was conceived by former Apple Music Global Creative Director Larry Jackson and veteran music executive Ike Youssef.
  Dawn Chmielewski for Reuters:Gamma says it will support content creation — whether that is music, video or podcasts, and provide audio and video distribution through Vydia, a company it acquired in December 2
  
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• Spotify Is Giving Its Home Screen a Makeover - CNET

  08-03-2023 21:03
  
  The new TikTok-like design, Spotify says, is its "biggest evolution yet."
  
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• The 7 Best Fitness Apps for 2023 - CNET

  08-03-2023 21:00
  
  Bring strength training, yoga, cardio and more to the palm of your hands with the best fitness apps.
  
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• Google Nest Cam With Battery Review: Great for Nest Households - CNET

  08-03-2023 20:40
  
  The Nest Cam with Battery will please any Google fan, but if you're not loyal to Nest, you may want to check out other options.
  
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• Spotify rolling out ‘biggest evolution yet’ with new TikTok-style Home feed on iOS and Android

  08-03-2023 20:13 via 9to5mac.com
  
  At its “Stream On” event today, Spotify showed off a major overhaul that’s rolling out for its iOS and Android apps. Two of the biggest components include video and audio previews for music, podcasts, and audiobooks in the Home feed and new video feeds for discovery in Search.more…
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• YouTube Is Changing Its Policy on Cursing - CNET

  08-03-2023 20:06
  
  Not all foul language will be treated the same, the site says.
  
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• Starfield Gets September Release Date - CNET

  08-03-2023 19:44
  
  Bethesda's sci-fi RPG is one of the most-anticipated games of 2023.
  
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• Stop Believing These 7 Home Security Myths - CNET

  08-03-2023 19:43
  
  You can forget what you've heard, or always thought, about home security systems. Here's why.
  
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• Apple reportedly to ‘re-examine’ Artificial Intelligence development

  08-03-2023 19:39 via macdailynews.com
  
  According to Taiwanese supply chain publication DigiTimes, Apple is planning to “re-examine” its development of artificial intelligence.Hartley Charlton for MacRumors:The paywalled report suggests that the growing interest in generative AI catalyzed by ChatGPT has motivated a re-evaluation of how the technology is developed at major companies like Apple, Meta, and Amazon. These companies are purportedly making efforts to ensure Microsoft does not maintain its lead in AI. Apple and Te
  
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• Apple rolling out third iOS 16.4 public beta with new emoji, 5G Standalone, more

  08-03-2023 19:21 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Following Tuesday’s release of iOS 16.4 beta 3 to developers, Apple is now rolling out the third iOS 16.4 public beta to users registered in the Apple Beta Software Program. As we previously covered, the update brings multiple new features and changes to the operating system.more…
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• Apple’s yellow iPhone is a red flag for the likelihood of a spring event

  08-03-2023 19:07 via macworld.com
  
  Good news: There’s a yellow iPhone 14. Bad news: This probably means Apple has given up on the idea of an Apple spring event in 2023.We’ve suspected this for a while, in fact. Apple originally planned to focus on its long-awaited AR headset in this year’s spring event, but the latest round of rumored delays means that’s unlikely to happen. (I say “latest,” but that’s not quite true: even more reported delays mean the headset might not appear until the f
  
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• 2nd Android 14 Developer Preview Adds More App Customization - CNET

  08-03-2023 19:00
  
  Developers get a sneak peek at more ways to adapt apps to large screens, personalization controls and more.
  
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• T-Mobile confirms its free MLB․TV offer will return this year; MLB app updated for 2023 season

  08-03-2023 18:48 via 9to5mac.com
  
  T-Mobile has officially confirmed that one of its most popular “T-Mobile Tuesday” promotions is returning for another year. Starting on March 23, T-Mobile subscribers will be able to sign up for a free MLB.TV subscription that lasts for the entire 2023 baseball season.Meanwhile, the MLB app for iPhone and iPad has also gotten a major update as 2023 Spring Training kicks off…more…
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• Ring Introduces First Battery Doorbell With Head-to-Toe View - CNET

  08-03-2023 18:46
  
  The $180 Battery Doorbell Plus is available for preorder now.
  
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• Apple Watch gets OpenAI’s popular chatbot with watchGPT app

  08-03-2023 18:38 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Whether you’re regularly using ChatGPT or want to check it out for the first time, OpenAI’s hit chatbot has made the jump to Apple Watch with a dedicated third-party app called watchGPT. Here are all the details…more…
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• How to remove a virus from an iPhone or iPad

  08-03-2023 18:36 via macworld.com
  
  iPhones have a long-held reputation for being safe and secure when it comes to viruses and malware. While this is well-earned, no electronic device is completely safe from hackers and other digital ne’er-do-wells. So here’s how to find out if your iPhone has a virus and what you can do about it.Has your iPhone got a virus?
  First things first: It’s very unlikely that your iPhone is infected with a virus. For a more detailed look at this fascinating topic, read do iPhones get vi
  
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• Elon Musk thanks Apple for advertising on Twitter

  08-03-2023 18:07 via macdailynews.com
  
  Without his acquisition of the company, Twitter “would have gone bankrupt in four months,” Elon Musk said at a Morgan Stanley media conference Tuesday. Musk thanked Apple and Disney for advertising on Twitter.
  Elon Musk
  Jill Goldsmith for Deadline:[Musk] express[ed] gratitude to Disney and Apple for being long-term partners. “Thank you,” he said… “The most important thing is that the advertising is effective, that it is relevant and that it moves the needle f
  
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• Tesla's Model Y Under Investigation Over Detached Steering Wheels - CNET

  08-03-2023 18:05
  
  Two complaints prompted a probe by US auto safety officials.
  
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• 5 Facial Skin Care Products You Need for a Sunny Spring Break - CNET

  08-03-2023 18:00
  
  Spending all day in the sun? Treat your skin right during spring break with these facial products.
  
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• Deals: Apple Magic Trackpad 2 hits $113 for M2 Mac mini owners, AirPods Pro 2 now $49 off, more

  08-03-2023 17:54 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Halfway through the work week, 9to5Toys has all of Wednesday’s best deals on tap. Serving as a perfect companion to your new M2 Mac mini, the must-have Apple Magic Trackpad 2 now sits at $113 to go alongside a chance to score AirPods Pro 2 at $200. Not to mention, there’s a batch of Apple’s official iPhone 14 MagSafe leather cases on sale from $37. Hit the jump for all of the best deals and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more…
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• Pok Pok iOS app for kids gets update for Holi, the festival of colors

  08-03-2023 17:41 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Award-winning kids’ app Pok Pok Playroom is out today with its latest major update. The Busy Book toy has new illustrations and animations to celebrate Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, designed to encourage curiosity, storytelling, cultural awareness, fine motor skills, and more.more…
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• Widgetsmith celebrates 100 million downloads with new Gradient Backgrounds feature

  08-03-2023 17:27 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Widgetsmith, the popular widget creation app for iPhone and iPad, has added a new “Gradient Backgrounds” feature today to celebrate an incredible milestone. This feature “lets you elevate your aesthetic in a whole new way,” developer David Smith says. Here’s how it works.more…
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• Amazon To Close Eight Go Convenience Stores - CNET

  08-03-2023 17:20
  
  The soon-to-be shut down convenience stores are in New York, Seattle and San Francisco.
  
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• Amazon to Close 8 Go Convenience Stores - CNET

  08-03-2023 17:20
  
  Even so, the company says it'll continue to open new Amazon Go stores
  
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• Apple invites ‘Ted Lasso’ fans to ‘believe’ with new ‘Today at Apple’ session

  08-03-2023 17:14 via macdailynews.com
  
  Beginning this week, customers around the world can drop in to an Apple Store for a fun, new Today at Apple session in celebration of the third season of “Ted Lasso.”
  Ted Lasso returns to Apple TV+ on Wednesday, March 15, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through May 31st.
  During the “Pop-Up Studio: Make Your Own Ted Lasso Poster,” attendees will create their own version of Coach Lasso’s locker room sign using Apple Pencil on iPad. The interactive experience
  
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• Latest ‘Today at Apple’ session lets you ‘Believe’ you can create a Ted Lasso poster with iPad and Apple Pencil

  08-03-2023 17:07 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Ahead of the debut of Ted Lasso season three next week, Apple has announced a new Today at Apple session focused on the award-winning Apple TV+ series.” During these sessions, which kick off this week, attendees “will create their own version of Coach Lasso’s locker room sign using Apple Pencil on iPad.” more…
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• Drop Test: Samsung’s new flagship with latest Gorilla Glass vs iPhone 14 Pro Max

  08-03-2023 17:05 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Since Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Ultra arrived we’ve seen PhoneBuff put it up against the iPhone 14 Pro Max in a speed test. Now he’s back with a drop test to see if the latest Gorilla Glass holds up better than the iPhone’s Ceramic Shield. more…
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• Satisfy Your Coffee Cravings With 50% Off International Pods From Atlas Coffee Club - CNET

  08-03-2023 17:00
  
  Start your mornings off right with single-serve coffee pods from around the world with this exclusive CNET deal.
  
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• Get Luminar Neo AI-Powered Photo Editing Software for Just $79 at StackSocial - CNET

  08-03-2023 16:58
  
  This advanced photo editing software uses AI to make transforming your pictures easier than ever, and right now you can get a lifetime subscription for over $300 off.
  
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• Stay Safe on the Road With Up to 39% Off Vantrue Dash Cams - CNET

  08-03-2023 16:33
  
  Having a recording of a crash can end up saving you thousands in insurance claims, so it's worth grabbing a dash cam while they're on sale for as low as $72.
  
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• Here’s how iPhone, iPad, and Mac usage varies by age

  08-03-2023 16:16 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Recent studies from CIRP have researched what iPhone colors are most popular, how wearing an Apple Watch affects iPhone buying habits, and more. Today, the firm is out with a new study showing how age impacts the likelihood of using an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.more…
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• Kindle Paperwhite E-Reader Refurbs Are Available Starting at Just $40 Right Now - CNET

  08-03-2023 16:15
  
  These waterproof Kindle devices are in like-new condition and make it easy to read anywhere you go.
  
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• Facebook Is Bringing Messenger Back to Its Mobile App - CNET

  08-03-2023 16:14
  
  Meta is testing how to unify functionality for both apps.
  
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• Snag a Refurb Pair of Top-Rated Noise-Canceling Bose Headphones for $100 Off - CNET

  08-03-2023 16:13
  
  These over-ear Bose headphones feature some of the best noise-canceling capabilities on the market, and you can get your hands on a used pair for $279.
  
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• Is the Galaxy S23 Worth the Upgrade? How It Compares to 5 Older Samsung Phones - CNET

  08-03-2023 15:59
  
  The answer depends on how old your phone is and how much you're willing to spend.
  
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• Apple’s deal with MLS includes an opt-out clause if enough people don’t subscribe

  08-03-2023 15:52 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple and Major League Soccer (MLS) officially kicked off their 10-year partnership last weekend with MLS Season Pass. While everything seems to have gone according to plan for opening weekend on Apple TV, a new report from The Athletic includes a previously unknown tidbit on the deal between Apple and MLS: Apple can walk away at any point.more…
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• Apple supplier Goertek says VP exiting just days after he sounded alarm on communist China supply chain exodus

  08-03-2023 15:29 via macdailynews.com
  
  One of Apple’s largest acoustic products suppliers, Goertek, on Wednesday said its vice-president Kazuyoshi Yoshinaga is leaving the company – a move that comes just days after his remarks about Apple suppliers exiting China made headlines.South China Morning Post:In a stock exchange filing on Tuesday, Shenzhen-listed Goertek said Yoshinaga was leaving for “personal reasons”, without providing details. The statement did not mention his recent comments about the supply cha
  
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• Microsoft Office for Mac: Microsoft 365 vs Office 2021 buying advice

  08-03-2023 15:27 via macworld.com
  
  You can run Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook on a Mac (and on your iPad or iPhone). But it’s not a simple case of installing the application you need and starting to type. You need to choose whether to sign up to a subscription or buy the full version outright. You need to decide whether you need just one application or all of them. And, if you are choosing a subscription package, you need to determine what kind of subscription applies to you.There are multi
  
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