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• WhatsApp working on short video messages for iPhone users

  24-03-2023 23:10 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The popular messaging platform WhatsApp currently offers multiple ways to communicate beyond text, such as pictures, videos, and even calls. However, WhatsApp is now working on a new feature that will let iPhone users send short video messages to other people.more…
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• 11 New Features That Will Change the Way You Use Your iPhone - CNET

  24-03-2023 23:00
  
  iPhone owners: You'll really want to check out these iOS features.
  
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• Huge collection of vintage Apple computers hits the auction block next week

  24-03-2023 22:15 via macdailynews.com
  
  Next week, a huge collection of vintage Apple computers will be auctioned off by Julien’s Auctions. The Hanspeter Luzi collection consists of more than 500 Apple computers, parts, software, and more.
  Apple’s “Flower Power” (left) and “Dalmatian” iMacs
  Jonathan M. Gitlin for Ars Technica:Julien’s Auctions has posted the full catalog ahead of the March 30 event, and for Apple nerds of a certain age, there will surely be much to catch your eye.
  My own perso
  
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• Best Strategy Board Games for 2023 - CNET

  24-03-2023 22:00
  
  Candy Land and Monopoly not cutting it anymore? Upgrade your game night with these competitive strategy board games.
  
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• Woman loses AirPods on a plane, tracks them to airport worker’s home

  24-03-2023 21:40 via macdailynews.com
  
  A U.S. woman left her AirPods on a plane at San Francisco International Airport. She tracked them to an airport worker’s home.
  AirPods Pro
  Julia Buckley for CNN:Earlier in March, Alisabeth Hayden, from Washington state in the US, was separated from her AirPods – Apple’s pricey micro headphones – while disembarking from a plane in San Francisco. She swiftly realized that they appeared to have been stolen.
  Hayden used inflight Wi-Fi to track the earphones using the “F
  
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• PSA: Don’t steal AirPods, they’re basically AirTags

  24-03-2023 21:36 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple’s AirTag has become known for helping people find their lost items, but there are other Apple products that also work with the Find My network – including AirPods. This time, a woman who lost her wireless earbuds on a plane tracked them to the home of an airline employee.more…
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• ChatGPT Bug Exposed Some Subscribers' Payment Info - CNET

  24-03-2023 20:39
  
  Investigation into a bug that exposed chat history titles reveals additional issues.
  
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• When will Apple announce WWDC 2023? Here’s what history suggests

  24-03-2023 20:23 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple fans are eagerly awaiting Apple’s official announcement of WWDC 2023. At WWDC this year, Apple is expected to unveil iOS 17, its Reality Pro headset, and much more. Here’s what history tells us about when WWDC 2023 will be announced…more…
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• Classic Mystery Board Game Clue Lands in Apple Arcade - CNET

  24-03-2023 20:23
  
  Eat your heart out, Sherlock Holmes.
  
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• Buying a New iPhone or Android Phone? Consider These Things First - CNET

  24-03-2023 20:14
  
  With so many choices, it's difficult to pick the best phone for your budget. We're here to help.
  
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• Amid tensions, Apple CEO Tim Cook one of few American execs expected to attend China investment conference

  24-03-2023 20:08 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple CEO Tim Cook is attending a Chinese business forum in Beijing this weekend, one of the few American business leaders slated to make an appearance, amid tensions between Apple’s home country and CCP-controlled China.
  Apple CEO Tim Cook
  Timothy Nerozzi for FOXBusiness:This year marks the forum’s return after the COVID-19 pandemic and presents an opportunity for Western business leaders to enjoy face time with high-ranking Chinese officials.
  Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla will also be i
  
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• Resident Evil 4 Remake: What Does the Post-Credits Scene Mean? - CNET

  24-03-2023 20:00
  
  A new scene could hint at changes in future Resident Evil remakes.
  
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• The next AirPods Pro update might be case with USB-C

  24-03-2023 19:57 via macworld.com
  
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  While everyone is expecting Apple to switch from Lightning to USB-C when it releases the iPhone 15 later this year, a new report suggests it might not be the only USB-C product to make an appearance in 2023. According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple will also launch a USB-C version of the second-gen AirPods Pro Charging Case.Kuo reports that the new case, which aligns with the model number that was spotted in the iOS 16.4 code, will ship in “2Q23-3Q23,” or between April and Sept
  
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• The next AirPods Pro update might be a USB-C charging case

  24-03-2023 19:57 via macworld.com
  
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  While everyone is expecting Apple to switch from Lightning to USB-C when it releases the iPhone 15 later this year, a new report suggests it might not be the only USB-C product to make an appearance in 2023. According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple will also launch a USB-C version of the second-gen AirPods Pro Charging Case.Kuo reports that the new case, which aligns with the model number that was spotted in the iOS 16.4 code, will ship in “2Q23-3Q23,” or between April and Sept
  
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• macOS 13.3 due soon with fix for SMB network file sharing issue

  24-03-2023 19:55 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s upcoming macOS Ventura 13.3 update is coming as soon as next week with a fix for network file sharing via SMB issues.
  macOS Ventura
  Joe Rossignol for MacRumors:Several users who were affected by the issue have noted that network file sharing is functional again as of the third beta of macOS venture 13.3 and later, with one user saying that Apple confirmed a fix was implemented.
  macOS 13.3 is in the final stages of beta testing and is expected to be publicly released as soon as next
  
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• An Aging Nuclear Plant in Minnesota Is Leaking Radiation: Should You Be Concerned? - CNET

  24-03-2023 19:26
  
  Hundreds of thousands of gallons of radioactive tritium-tainted water were released not far from the Mississippi River.
  
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• The Atkins Diet for Beginners: Rules, Risks and Everything You Should Know - CNET

  24-03-2023 19:00
  
  Looking to change your overall eating habits? The Atkins diet may be for you.
  
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• Messaging is no longer Android’s mess, it’s an iPhone problem: Talking RCS with Hiroshi Lockheimer

  24-03-2023 19:00 via 9to5google.com
  
  A few weeks ago, at MWC 2023, I had an opportunity to sit down with Hiroshi Lockheimer, senior vice president of Platforms and Ecosystems at Google, to talk about RCS messaging. While there was not a lot into the future of what Google is planning with Google Messages and RCS as a protocol, I did get a good look into how RCS came to be and how Google sees it.more…
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• Add a Refurbished HomePod Mini to Your Space for Just $67 Today - CNET

  24-03-2023 18:56
  
  These refurb smart speakers should look like new.
  
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• How to Buy a Smartwatch: The Biggest Questions to Ask Yourself - CNET

  24-03-2023 18:48
  
  How much do you want to spend? What types of fitness features do you need? These are two important questions to consider.
  
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• Are Your Meal Preps Hurting Your Health? Here's What to Know - CNET

  24-03-2023 18:45
  
  You're missing out on key nutrients if you're eating the same thing every week.
  
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• Various DeWalt Power Tools Are Up to 68% Off for a Few More Days - CNET

  24-03-2023 18:30
  
  Save big on drills, saws, work lights, batteries and much more this week at Woot.
  
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• How Coldplay worked with fans to make ‘Music of the Spheres’ world tour app more accessible

  24-03-2023 18:02 via 9to5mac.com
  
  As it continues its massively-successful Music of the Spheres World Tour across South America, Europe, and the United States, Coldplay has updated its companion tour app with major accessibility improvements. The band, together with its partners at SAP, worked closely with a fan from Mexico who shared her experiences using the app as a blind person.more…
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• Instacart, DoorDash Partner With White House in Latest 'Food Is Medicine' Push - CNET

  24-03-2023 17:50
  
  Finding healthy foods on an app might get a little easier. As part of the same initiative, the federal government proposed changes to food labeling.
  
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• How to Watch 'Yellowjackets' Season 2 From Anywhere - CNET

  24-03-2023 17:39
  
  Expect more blood, more dark intrigue and add Elijah Wood as the cannibalistic high school soccer team returns.
  
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• What’s on Apple TV+: ‘My Kind of Country’ is now available

  24-03-2023 17:24 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars withApple TV+, its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies.This resource will list all the Apple TV+ content you can watch today, grouped into: TV shows, limited series, and movies. There’s also a ton of new content in the works for Apple’s $6.99-a-month service. If you want to know what’s on the way, check out our
  
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• Best Camera Bag and Backpack for 2023 - CNET

  24-03-2023 17:19
  
  These are the best photography backpacks, messenger bags and roller cases for carrying cameras in 2023.
  
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• iPhone 15 said to integrate proximity sensor into the Dynamic Island

  24-03-2023 17:05 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is expected to bring the Dynamic Island to the entire iPhone 15 lineup including moving the iPhone’s proximity sensor into the Dynamic Island.
  Apple’s morphing ‘Dynamic Island’ featured on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max
  Ming-Chi Kuo via Twitter:IQE is set to replace Landmark as the exclusive supplier of epi-wafer for proximity sensors in the iPhone 15 series. While all iPhone 15 models adopt a similar Dynamic Island design as the iPhone 14 Pro, the difference l
  
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• Apple Arcade FAQ: ‘Clue: The Classic Mystery Game+’ is now available

  24-03-2023 17:05 via macworld.com
  
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  Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isn’t quite like Google Stadia or Xbox Game Pass. So if you’ve got questions about it, we’ve got plenty of answers.Updated 03/24/23: Clue: The Classic Mystery Game+ is now available.What is Apple Arcade?Apple Arcade is a gaming subscription service for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and AppleTV that features more than 150 games. The games are a mix of genres and styles, and include original games you’ll only
  
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• Take $250 Off the Roomba I4 Evo Plus Robot Vacuum at Amazon - CNET

  24-03-2023 16:55
  
  Save time and money with a robot vacuum that can keep your floors tidy without lifting a finger -- all for $399.
  
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• AirPods Pro With USB-C Charging Case Could Launch This Year, Analyst Says - CNET

  24-03-2023 16:52
  
  Apple has been transitioning away from the Lightning port over the past few years.
  
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• Best USB-C and Thunderbolt displays for Mac [New for March]

  24-03-2023 16:48 via 9to5mac.com
  
  USB-C/Thunderbolt display options have really expanded over the last couple of years. While Apple’s Pro Display XDR isn’t the best fit for most Mac users at $5,000+, it also offers the more affordable Studio Display. And there are also lots of solid choices from LG, Samsung, BenQ, and more. Let’s look at the best USB-C/Thunderbolt displays available in the $400-$1,600 range.
  Update 3/24/23: BenQ has launched a trio of new 4K USB-C displays at affordable prices.more&hellip
  
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• Friday’s best deals: HomePod mini hits $67, M2 MacBook Air $150 off, Magic Keyboard Folio $229, more

  24-03-2023 16:46 via 9to5mac.com
  All of today’s best discounts are now up for grabs as the weekend begins to unfold. All brought to us by 9to5Toys, everything kicks off with a rare chance to save on HomePod mini, which comes in all five colors at $67. The second-best price to date has also arrived on Apple’s M2 MacBook Air, now landing at $150 off. Plus, you can outfit Apple’s new 10th Gen iPad with a Magic Keyboard Folio for its best price of $229. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5To
  
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• Epic Microsoft Office License Deal Drops Price to Just $40 Right Now - CNET

  24-03-2023 16:40
  
  This price drop is temporary, so don't miss out.
  
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• Tim Cook heads to China to partake in state-sponsored business summit, visits Apple retail store

  24-03-2023 16:31 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple CEO Tim Cook is in China this weekend, paying a visit to a local Apple Store and attending a state-sponsored “China business summit.” As reported by Bloomberg, Cook is one of very few US executives set to attend the conference, “underscoring the growing delicacy of doing business in China in the current geopolitical climate.”more…
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• Kuo: Apple preps USB-C AirPods Pro with ‘no plans’ for USB-C entry-level AirPods

  24-03-2023 16:11 via macdailynews.com
  
  In response to a tweet by Twitter user @aaronp613 that “iOS 16.4 references new AirPods with the model number A3048 and a new AirPods case with the model number A2968,” TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said that while he expects Apple to release a USB-C version of the AirPods Pro 2, the company currently appears to have no plans for USB-C versions of the entry-level AirPods.
  AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
  Ming-Chi Kuo via Twitter:I think this is likely the USB-C version
  
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• You Can Play Diablo 4 Right Now, if You Do This - CNET

  24-03-2023 16:00
  
  Time to head back to Hell.
  
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• Turn Off This iPhone Lock Screen Feature for a Security Boost - CNET

  24-03-2023 15:51
  
  Some iPhone features can work on your lock screen without unlocking it, and that can be a problem.
  
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• Legacy Blue Check Marks on Twitter Are Going Away Next Month - CNET

  24-03-2023 15:39
  
  The social media app will begin to wind down its legacy verified program on April 1.
  
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• Today Only: Save $50 on Select Bose QuietComfort Headphones and Earbuds - CNET

  24-03-2023 15:38
  
  Grab some of our favorite noise-canceling headphones and earbuds for 2023 at a discount.
  
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• Apple Watch Series 7, 8, and Ultra models power growth in China smartwatch market

  24-03-2023 15:26 via macdailynews.com
  
  China’s smartwatch shipments fell 8.8% YoY in 2022, mainly due to the COVID-zero policy’s impact on demand, according to Counterpoint Research’s latest Global Smartwatch Model Tracker. Huawei and Apple dominated the China smartwatch market in 2022, with their combined share rising to almost 50%. Only OPPO (105% YoY), Apple (4% YoY) and Huawei (9% YoY) grew YoY among key brands.
  Source: Counterpoint Research
  Senior Analyst Shenghao Bai said in a statement, “China’s s
  
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• iPhone 15 to integrate proximity sensor into the Dynamic Island, could lead to improved Face ID

  24-03-2023 15:22 via 9to5mac.com
  
  With the iPhone 15 launch this fall, Apple is expected to bring the Dynamic Island to the entire lineup for the first time. In conjunction with this, the company is also reportedly planning to move the iPhone’s proximity sensor inside the Dynamic Island.
  The primary purpose of the proximity sensor is to shut off the screen when a user holds their phone up to their ear. It also plays a role in optimizing the Always-On Display of the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. more…
  The pos
  
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• Ted Lasso earns spot on top 10 streaming list with season 3 debut

  24-03-2023 15:21 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Last week, the third season of the Apple TV+ hit Ted Lasso debuted. Now data is in from Reelgood that reveals how popular the show is compared to the top 10 streaming shows/movies. Here’s where Ted Lasso landed.more…
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• Legacy Blue Checkmarks On Twitter Are Going Away Next Month - CNET

  24-03-2023 15:03
  
  The social media app will begin to wind down its legacy verified program on April 1.
  
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• Apple assembler Pegatron in talks to open second factory in India

  24-03-2023 14:24 via macdailynews.com
  
  Pegatron, a major Taiwanese Apple assembler is in talks to open a second factory in India, Reuters reports, citing “two sources with direct knowledge of the matter,” as Apple partners continue to diversify production away from CCP-controlled China.Munsif Vengattil and Aditya Kalra for Reuters:Pegatron plans to add a second facility near the southern city of Chennai in Tamil Nadu state, just six months after opening the first with an investment of $150 million, said the sources, who s
  
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• This OBD2 Scanner Can Diagnose Your Vehicle's Maintenance Needs for Just $25 - CNET

  24-03-2023 14:12
  
  Know exactly what your ride needs with the help of this sensor and app combo.
  
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• Kuo: USB-C AirPods Pro coming soon; Apple has no plans for USB-C versions of other AirPods

  24-03-2023 14:03 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Earlier this week, Apple released the final iOS 16.4 beta to developers and public beta users. Inside the update, Apple added references to new Beats Studio+ earbuds, as well as new AirPods. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the new AirPods referenced in this update are likely the USB-C version of AirPods Pro 2. more…
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• You're Not Replacing Your Razor Enough (and It's a Health Risk) - CNET

  24-03-2023 14:00
  
  Not replacing your razor as you should can lead to serious health issues.
  
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• Mortgage Refinance Rates for March 24, 2023: Rates Drop Off - CNET

  24-03-2023 14:00
  
  Multiple benchmark refinance rates ticked downward this week. If you're in the market for a refi, now's a good time to assess your options.
  
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• Mortgage Rates for March 24, 2023: Rates Ease - CNET

  24-03-2023 14:00
  
  This week, a couple of important mortgage rates ticked downward, though rates remain high compared to a year ago. As interest rates surge, it's getting more expensive to buy a house.
  
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