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• Apple releases firmware for AirPods, Beats, and the MagSafe charger

  02-05-2023 23:58 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple has issued firmware updates for eight different devices today, and you can’t even really take care of it yourself. Multiple AirPods and Beats models are getting firmware updates, along with, oddly enough, the official Apple MagSafe charger.The full list of products and their new firmware numbers are as follows:AirPods 2nd-gen: 5E135AirPods 3rd-gen: 5E135AirPods Pro 1st-gen: 5E135AirPods Pro 2nd-gen: 5E135AirPods Max: 5E135PowerBeats Pro: 5B66Beats Fit Pro: 5B66MagSafe C
  
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• Best Internet Deals for May - CNET

  02-05-2023 23:49
  
  Get a deal on high-speed internet and possibly a little something extra. Here are the best deals and special offers from top ISPs in May.
  
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• Apple updates firmware for all AirPods models, MagSafe charger, and more

  02-05-2023 23:35 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple on Tuesday released new firmware for eight of its products today, including all of its AirPods models (except the first generation), Beats Fit Pro, PowerBeats Pro, and the MagSafe Charger.Michael Potuck for 9to5Mac:Apple’s firmware updates for its headphones and other accessories are notoriously tricky. There’s no way to manually install the updates, all you can really do is look to see if the new firmware has been installed on your device – or head to an Apple Store to g
  
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• T-Mobile Home Internet: Can a Mobile Company Handle Your House's Broadband Needs? - CNET

  02-05-2023 23:24
  
  Are you thinking about kicking your current internet provider to the curb? T-Mobile's 5G fixed wireless alternative might be just what you seek.
  
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• A Closer Look at the Best Surge Protectors - CNET

  02-05-2023 23:02
  
  A closer look at the 8 best surge protectors for home, work, and travel.
  
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• Loneliness Is an 'Epidemic,' Surgeon General Says. Here's What to Know - CNET

  02-05-2023 22:47
  
  Beyond mental health ailments, social isolation can lead to physical harm on par with smoking cigarettes. Here are tips for building belonging.
  
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• Writers Guild of America strike likely to disrupt Apple TV+ and other streaming services’ productions

  02-05-2023 22:15 via macdailynews.com
  
  Talks between the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) broke down, leading to a strike starting on Tuesday, as action that will likely disrupt Apple TV+ and other streaming services’ productions.Peter White, Dominic Patten, David Robb for Deadline:The WGA said its proposals would have benefited its members by $429M per year and claimed that the AMPTP’s offer was approximately $86M per year, 48% of which is from an increase
  
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• Will the Fed Rate Hikes End Tomorrow? What Experts Think and What It Means for You - CNET

  02-05-2023 22:00
  
  Savings and CD rates may have finally reached a peak.
  
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• Chrome replacing HTTPS lock icon as part of Material You redesign this year

  02-05-2023 21:59 via 9to5google.com
  
  Google has long wanted to replace the lock icon in Chrome’s address bar, and it’s finally proceeding with those plans in September as part of a broader browser redesign.more…
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• Here’s where you can use your iPhone as your digital driver’s license or ID in 2023

  02-05-2023 21:39 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple announced plans to turn the iPhone into your driver’s license in 2021. Plane tickets, movie passes, and credit cards were already digital. Now it was time to digitize government-issued identification cards.
  So far, very few U.S. states let you add your driver’s license or state ID to Apple Wallet. However, there are more states without Wallet support where your iPhone can still become your driver’s license.more…
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• Apple releases new firmware for all AirPods models, MagSafe charger, and more

  02-05-2023 21:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple has launched new firmware for eight of its products today. That includes all of its AirPods models (except gen 1), Beats Fit Pro, PowerBeats Pro, and its official MagSafe charger. Here’s what to look out for to know if you’ve running the latest updates.more…
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• Apple Pay now available in Guatemala and El Salvador following expansion to South Korea

  02-05-2023 21:28 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Earlier this year, Apple expanded its Apple Pay payments service to South Korea in partnership with Hyundai Card. Now the company is rolling out Apple Pay in Guatemala and El Salvador in partnership with local banks. Read on as we detail more about how to use Apple Pay in these countries.more…
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• Make your life easier: Use Shortcuts on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch

  02-05-2023 21:15 via macdailynews.com
  
  A shortcut is a quick way to get one or more tasks done with your apps. The Shortcuts app lets you create your own shortcuts with multiple steps. For example, build a “Surf Time” shortcut that grabs the surf report, gives an ETA to the beach, and launches your surf music playlist.
  Apple’s Shortcuts app on Apple Watch.
  A shortcut provides a quick way to get things done with your apps, with just a tap or by asking Siri.
  Shortcuts can automate a wide variety of things—for ex
  
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• Hollywood writers’ strike will disrupt content pipeline of Apple TV+ and other streaming services

  02-05-2023 21:02 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The Writers Guild of America failed to reach a new deal with Hollywood studios before the May 1 deadline, and the previous union contract has now expired. As a result, all union writers are officially on strike as of today.
  Industry sources indicate the studios and the guild are still very far apart on agreeing terms, which suggests the strike could go on for many months. This poses a downstream problem for the content pipeline of streaming services like Apple TV+ …more…
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• Snapchat stuffing ads in ChatGPT-powered ‘My AI’ and knockoff TikTok feature

  02-05-2023 20:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Snap has heard the feedback about its not-always-welcome My AI feature and found the solution: ads!
  Pinning SnapchatGPT to the top of everyone’s chat list recently became a magnet for 1-star reviews in the App Store. In response, Snapchat is stuffing ads in My AI for the users who actually like the new feature. more…
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• Apple co-founder Woz blasts Elon Musk for not delivering on self-driving car promises

  02-05-2023 20:22 via macdailynews.com
  
  Tuesday during an appearance on CNN, Steve “Woz” Wozniak, the co-founder of Apple, was asked what he thought of Elon Musk and Woz didn’t miss the chance to blast Musk for his many promises in the 2010s that self-driving cars were just over the horizon.
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  Matt Novak for Forbes:“I’ve never actually met him and spoke with him. I admire some things that he’s done for the world, changing us towards electric cars,” Wozniak told th
  
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• Here Are Today's Refinance Rates, May 2, 2023: Rate Falls - CNET

  02-05-2023 20:00
  
  Over the past week, refinance rates were mixed, but one key rate decreased. See how the Fed's interest rate hikes could affect the refi market.
  
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• Here Are Mortgage Rates for May 2, 2023: Key Rate Increases - CNET

  02-05-2023 20:00
  
  Mortgage rates were varied this past week, but one important rate moved up. See how the Fed's interest rate hikes could affect your mortgage payments.
  
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• iOS 16.5 beta 4 is here with only minor improvements

  02-05-2023 19:59 via macworld.com
  
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  Less than a day after the release of iOS 16.4, Apple began the beta testing of iOS 16.5 with the release of the first developer beta, which should be followed by the public beta tomorrow or Thursday. We anticipate the final release of iOS 16.5 will arrive in late April or May. With WWDC about two months away, iOS 16.5 could be the last iOS 16 update before the first iOS 17 beta arrives in June.Updated 05/02/23: Apple has released the fourth beta of iOS 16.5 to developers, with the publi
  
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• Amazon Matter update brings iOS setup, Thread for Echo, more

  02-05-2023 19:53 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Amazon is joining in on the latest smart home protocol with support for Thread coming to its fourth-gen , bringing it in-line with Apple’s HomePod mini and more. The latest update also debuts iOS setup compatibility and Matter support for older Echo devices. And in more smart home news, the previously HomeKit-focused companyhas made a big deal with Amazon.more…
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• Apple teams up with Google to take down AirTag stalkers

  02-05-2023 19:45 via macworld.com
  
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  On Tuesday, Apple and Google announced a joint initiative to prevent the misuse of Bluetooth online tracking devices, such as Apple’s AirTag. The two companies have developed a specification that is being proposed as an industry standard for iOS and Android and has the backing of many third-party companies that offer such trackers, including Chipolo, eufy Security, Pebblebee, Samsung, and Tile.“Apple launched AirTag to give users the peace of mind knowing where to find their
  
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• VLC for iPhone adds CarPlay app, Handoff support, more

  02-05-2023 19:37 via 9to5mac.com
  
  VLC, the popular open source media player, is now available via Apple’s CarPlay platform for the first time. The new VLC app on CarPlay gives you easy access to your audio files while driving, rather than relying on using the iPhone app while behind the wheel. more…
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• Apple TV+ debuts new trailer for ‘Prehistoric Planet’ Season 2, premiering May 22nd

  02-05-2023 19:37 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple TV+ today revealed the trailer for the second season of the award-winning natural history series “Prehistoric Planet,” inviting audiences on a journey of new dinosaur discoveries and ancient habitats.
  Award-winning natural history series “Prehistoric Planet,” from executive producers Jon Favreau and Mike Gunton, premieres May 22, 2023 on Apple TV+.
  The series, from executive producers Jon Favreau and Mike Gunton and BBC Studios Natural History Unit (“Planet Ea
  
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• iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 beta 4 are now available to developers [U: Public Beta]

  02-05-2023 19:21 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Following the release of the fourth beta of watchOS 9.5 and tvOS 16.5 to developers, Apple on Tuesday also released iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 beta 4. The update brings overall improvements and new sports-related features.
  Update: Apple is now rolling out the same updates to public beta testers.more…
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• Apple releases watchOS 9.5 and tvOS 16.5 beta 4 to developers [U: Public Beta]

  02-05-2023 19:15 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple on Tuesday released the fourth betas of watchOS 9.5 and tvOS 16.5 to developers. The updates come after Apple began testing with the new betas last month. Read on as we detail what’s new in these updates.
  Update: Apple is now rolling out the same updates to public beta testers.more…
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• Apple and Alphabet join forces to fight unwanted AirTag tracking

  02-05-2023 19:11 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple and Alphabet subsidiary Google said on Tuesday they were working together to curb unwanted tracking of people by Bluetooth devices such as AirTags used for finding lost items.
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  Location-tracking devices help users find personal items like their keys, purse, luggage, and more through crowdsourced finding networks. However, they can also be misused for unwanted tracking of individuals.
  Today Apple and Google jointly submitted a proposed industry specification to help comba
  
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• Hands-on: Here’s why you should try Snowman’s new wingsuit flying adventure ‘Laya’s Horizon’

  02-05-2023 19:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Snowman first teased its major new mobile game in March and we got a closer look with the official trailer last week. Now the creator of the hit Alto’s Adventure/Odyssey series (and more) has officially released Laya’s Horizon for iOS and Android. I’ve been fortunate enough to have been playing the game over the last few weeks, here’s why I think you’re going to love it.more…
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• This refurb Apple Watch Ultra with a one-year warranty is $179 off

  02-05-2023 18:49 via macworld.com
  
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  The Apple Watch Ultra is already a pretty good value for $799 with a 49mm display, 36 hours of battery life, and cellular networking, but we understand if you’d rather wait for a sale. And today’s is pretty great: eBay Refurbished is selling a refurbished Apple Watch Ultra in “excellent” condition for $620, a savings of $179 on the MSRP, and the best price we’ve ever seen.The Apple Watch Ultra is the newest model and features a 49mm display and a rugged tit
  
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• Facebook Reels Will Give You More Personalized Content, Kinda Like TikTok - CNET

  02-05-2023 18:48
  
  You'll be able to further customize the short-form videos that appear on your feed.
  
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• Apple is still battling the fallout from iPhone’s Batterygate throttling controversy

  02-05-2023 18:32 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Years later, Apple is still facing ramifications for its controversial decision to throttle older iPhones as their battery health degraded. As reported today by Reuters, Apple is currently battling a $2 billion lawsuit in the United Kingdom over this decision, arguing that the case is “baseless.”
  It’s seemingly the fight that Apple will never truly be able to end…more…
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• Uber Eats delivering order tracking on iPhone with Live Activities and Dynamic Island

  02-05-2023 18:05 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Uber Eats customers will soon be able to track food deliveries on iPhone without launching the app or being bothered with notifications. Live Activity support already launched for Uber’s ride-sharing app, but Uber Eats has only tested support in limited markets.more…
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• Battle of the Blocks: Here’s how the Mac mini stacks up against the Mac Studio

  02-05-2023 18:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple’s latest Mac mini with the M2 or M2 Pro chip means more powerful CPUs and GPUs, up to 32GB RAM, up to 3 external displays, 8K output via HDMI, WiFi 6E, and the base models are even more affordable. The standalone desktop sits below the more powerful Mac Studio, making the lineup more diverse. But is the Mac Studio overkill for most people with the Mac mini to consider? Here’s an in-depth Mac mini vs Mac Studio comparison for how everything shakes out.more…
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• Craving Sugar? Natural Alternatives Packed With Health Benefits - CNET

  02-05-2023 17:59
  
  Natural sweetness can curb your sugar cravings, here's how.
  
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• Apple slashes 56 drivers from its autonomous vehicle testing program

  02-05-2023 17:59 via 9to5mac.com
  
  At the beginning of the year, Apple hit a high point with 201 drivers registered for its autonomous vehicle testing. Now data from the California DMV shows that Apple has made a significant staffing change by eliminating 56 drivers from the pilot program.more…
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• 7 Home Remedies for Dry, Itchy Eyes - CNET

  02-05-2023 17:59
  
  Allergies and the changing weather can. take a toll on your eyes. Try these home remedies for itchy and dry eyes.
  
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• Deals: 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro now $800 off, official 10.9-inch iPad Magic Keyboard $220, more

  02-05-2023 17:51 via 9to5mac.com
  
  All of Tuesday’s best deals are all in one place below the fold. Courtesy of our friends at 9to5Toys, the savings today kick off with Apple’s 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro, which comes outfitted with 32GB RAM at $800 off. That’s joined by Apple’s official Magic Keyboard Folio for latest 10.9-inch iPad at $220 as well as a new all-time low on ESR’s new MagSafe power bank that also doubles as a wallet at $53. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toy
  
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• Apple and Google team up to stop stalkers from using AirTags

  02-05-2023 17:51 via macworld.com
  
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  On Tuesday, Apple and Google announced a joint initiative to prevent the misuse of Bluetooth online tracking devices, such as Apple’s AirTag. The two companies have developed a specification that is being proposed as an industry standard for iOS and Android and has the backing of many third-party companies that offer such trackers, including Chipolo, eufy Security, Pebblebee, Samsung, and Tile.“Apple launched AirTag to give users the peace of mind knowing where to find their
  
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• Apple confirms outage impacting some Apple Pay, Apple Card, and Apple Cash features

  02-05-2023 17:43 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A handful of Apple’s financial services are experiencing an outage this morning, according to the company’s System Status webpage. Apple says that services including Apple Pay, Apple Card, and Apple Cash are all facing downtime this morning. more…
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• Steve Jobs signed check up for auction alongside NeXT business card

  02-05-2023 17:24 via 9to5mac.com
  
  After seeing a wave of sealed original iPhones go up for auction over the last few months, a new Apple memorabilia lot is up for grabs. Here are all the details on the Steve Jobs signed Apple Computer Company check from 1976, a Jobs NeXT business card, and more.more…
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• Apple and Google Team Up to Stop Unwanted Tracking by AirTags, Other Devices - CNET

  02-05-2023 17:16
  
  The companies aim to combat the misuse of Bluetooth location-tracking.
  
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• Apple and Google Aim to Stop Unwanted Tracking by AirTags, Other Devices - CNET

  02-05-2023 17:16
  
  The companies united to combat Bluetooth location-tracking misuse.
  
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• Hands-on: The hardback Steve Jobs ‘Make Something Wonderful’ book gifted to Apple and Disney employees

  02-05-2023 17:01 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The Steve Jobs Archive was formally introduced last fall, and in April the organization announced its first published work, Make Something Wonderful. While only available as a downloadable ebook to the general public, Apple and Disney employees were gifted physical copies… and we were able to get our hands on one. more…
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• iOS 16.4.1 (a): Apple's First iPhone Rapid Security Response Update - CNET

  02-05-2023 17:00
  
  Here's what to know about the new type of update and how to download it.
  
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• Are These 7 Habits Ruining Your Productivity? - CNET

  02-05-2023 17:00
  
  These common habits may be affecting your productivity. Here's what to do instead.
  
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• Xbox Storage Expansion Drops to New All-Time Low, Starting at $150 for 1TB - CNET

  02-05-2023 16:58
  
  Get 1TB or 2TB drives for your Xbox Series X or Series S and expand your storage at the lowest price to date.
  
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• The iPad Pro may finally be on the verge of becoming an actual pro device

  02-05-2023 16:53 via macworld.com
  
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  In just about a month, Apple will unveil iPadOS 17 during its WWDC keynote, and we’ll once again be looking for signs that the iPad Pro is turning into the high-end productivity device we all want it to be. And based on the latest round of rumors, it might actually happen.According to Analyst941 on Twitter, Apple is preparing some major upgrades to Stage Manager in iPadOS 17 that will bring several enhancements to the multitasking interface. Among the new features expected are:&bu
  
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• Apple Bank: Ten years on, the idea seems a lot less out-there

  02-05-2023 16:52 via 9to5mac.com
  
  It’s almost a decade since I first suggested that we might one day see an Apple Bank. Given that not even Apple Pay existed back then, I’ll be the first to admit that it seemed a pretty out-there idea at the time.By 2015, it seemed significantly less of a stretch, and yesterday’s billion dollar news brought us even closer …more…
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• Save $63 on This Furbo Camera and Check In on Your Pet Any Time - CNET

  02-05-2023 16:49
  
  It features 360-degree rotation and a built-in treat dispenser, and right now you can snag one for $147 at the Amazon Pet Day sale.
  
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• Transform Your Commute With Up to 48% Off Hover-1 E-Bikes and Scooters - CNET

  02-05-2023 16:46
  
  These convenient electric bikes and scooters are great for zooming around town, and right now you can grab one for hundreds off.
  
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• T-Mobile sees another data breach compromising social security numbers and more for small group

  02-05-2023 16:39 via 9to5mac.com
  
  In January, T-Mobile revealed it was hit by a data breach that impacted 37 million customers. Now the company has shared that it has seen another incident. The good(ish) news is this time it’s believed to only have affected 836 users but the bad news is the malicious party was able to steal sensitive info like social security numbers, full names, birth dates, contact information, T-Mobile account PINs, and more.more…
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