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• Can't Catch Some Zs? These Are the 6 Most Common Sleep Disorders

  20-03-2025 23:55
  
  If you've been dealing with constant sleep issues, you may have one of these disorders.
  
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• Apple's Last M4 Mac: What's Rumored for the Mac Pro

  20-03-2025 23:52 via macrumors.com
  
  Across 2024 and the early months of 2025, Apple refreshed all of its Macs with next-generation M4 chips, with the exception of the Mac Pro. The ‌Mac Pro‌ is still waiting for an update, but it is supposed to get an overhaul later this year.
  M-Series Chip
  The current version of the ‌Mac Pro‌ can be purchased with Apple's M2 Ultra chip, which came out in June 2023. It might seem logical for the ‌Mac Pro‌ to get the equivalent M4 chip, the M4 Ultra, but it turns out Ap
  
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• Apple hit with lawsuit over ‘false advertising’ of Apple Intelligence features

  20-03-2025 23:50 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple continues to face the fallout from its decision to delay the “more personalized Siri” that it first announced last summer as part of Apple Intelligence. Axios reports that Apple is facing a federal lawsuit alleging that its “promotion of now-delayed Apple Intelligence features constituted false advertising and unfair competition.”(Featured image: Retail Archive)more…
  
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• Threads adds topics to profiles and new options for managing posts

  20-03-2025 23:41 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Meta on Thursday announced new features coming to Threads, the company’s microblogging platform. Users will now have the option to add specific topics to their profiles, as well as more controls over who can reply or quote a post.more…
  
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• Gemini app rolling out Audio Overviews to Android, iOS

  20-03-2025 23:33 via 9to5google.com
  
  As announced earlier this week, the Gemini app is getting the ability to generate Audio Overview podcasts, with Android and iOS users beginning to see this capability today.more…
  
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• Apple Facing False Advertising Lawsuit Over Apple Intelligence Delay

  20-03-2025 23:18 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple has been accused of false advertising and unfair competition for delaying the Siri Apple Intelligence features that it promoted when launching iOS 18 and the iPhone 16 models, reports Axios.
  The suit targets Apple ads that showed off ‌Siri‌ features that were unavailable, and claims that Apple cultivated "a clear and reasonable consumer expectation that these transformative features would be available upon the iPhone's release," while also driving "unprecedented excitement" that
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: March 20, 2025 – EU forcing Apple to make more iPhone changes

  20-03-2025 23:14 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. 9to5Mac Daily listeners can exclusively save 30% and get a $100 Savings Card. more…
  
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• Zagg Launches New Hubs and Dock for iPad and Mac

  20-03-2025 23:13 via macrumors.com
  
  Zagg this week announced the launch of several hubs designed for the iPad and Mac, providing new options for connecting peripherals to Apple's devices.
  The iPad-friendly 6-Port Media Hub features an integrated tablet stand, a set of simple-to-use media buttons for controlling video and music playback, and multiple ports. It includes an HDMI port that supports a 4K 60Hz display, a USB-C port with 100W passthrough charging, a USB-A port that supports 10Gb/s transfer speeds, an SD card reader, a mi
  
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• Mac users, don’t fall for this repurposed Windows phishing attack

  20-03-2025 23:05 via macdailynews.com
  LayerX Labs, a security firm, has uncovered an advanced phishing campaign that has shifted its focus to Mac users following the implementation of enhanced browser protections that diminished the success of its Windows-based attacks. Initially, the attackers employed fake Microsoft security alerts to target Windows users, but they have since modified their approach due to new anti-scareware measures introduced in Chrome, Edge, and Firefox browsers earlier this year.
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• What Happens to the FAFSA if the Department of Education Shuts Down? Experts Weigh In

  20-03-2025 22:50
  
  The White House claims the department will still manage student loans, but the future of FAFSA remains uncertain.
  
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• Severance Season 2 Finale is Tonight

  20-03-2025 22:31 via macrumors.com
  
  The season 2 finale of popular Apple TV+ series Severance is set to air tonight, with the episode going live at 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time or 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Episode 10 of season 2 will have the longest runtime of any episode so far, coming in at 76 minutes.
  Tonight's season finale will wrap up the season 2 storyline and provide some insight into just what the Macrodata Refinement department does and what "Cold Harbor" really is. A brief teaser for episode that Apple shared on social media h
  
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• Apple's Next Product is Likely an AirTag 2 With These New Features

  20-03-2025 22:30 via macrumors.com
  
  Following the introduction of the iPhone 16e, new iPads and Macs, and some new accessories over the past month, what will Apple's next product announcement be? Based on rumors, a second-generation AirTag item tracker is likely next up.
  Last year, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that a new AirTag would be released around the middle of 2025. More recently, a leaker known as Kosutami claimed that Apple plans to release a new AirTag in May or June this year. Both of those timeframes suggest that th
  
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• Apple’s new shake-up proves Siri’s now being taken seriously, here’s why

  20-03-2025 22:06 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is making a big change to Siri’s leadership within the company. Per Mark Gurman, former Vision Pro head Mike Rockwell will now be in charge. While this might seem like an odd fit, the best part of the move may actually have little to do with Rockwell specifically, and more what it says about Apple’s priorities.more…
  
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• iOS 19 Coming in June With These New Features

  20-03-2025 22:04 via macrumors.com
  
  While the first iOS 19 beta is still more than two months away, there are already plenty of rumors about the upcoming software update.
  Below, we recap the key iOS 19 rumors so far.visionOS-Like Design
  In January, the YouTube channel Front Page Tech revealed a redesigned Camera app that is allegedly planned for iOS 19.
  According to Front Page Tech host Jon Prosser, the Camera app will have more translucent menus and buttons, along with a larger viewfinder. The alleged design looks similar to visi
  
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• M4 MacBook Air is Apple at its best, and hints at a new trend

  20-03-2025 21:44 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Lots of attention right now is on Apple’s Siri struggles. But to shift to the company’s positives for a moment, the most recent Apple product has proven an unusually great one. Here’s why the M4 MacBook Air represents Apple at its best, and along with the recent Mac mini, hints at a positive new trend.more…
  
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• Silent Hill: F Gets ESRB Rating, as More Details Ooze Out

  20-03-2025 21:37
  
  More details for Konami's next Silent Hill game have been revealed thanks to a recent rating by the ESRB. Surprise! It's an M.
  
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• ‘Severance’ gives Apple TV+ another breakout hit. Can it fuel subscriber growth?

  20-03-2025 21:09 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple TV+ hit series “Severance” received top honors at the 75th Annual Writers Guild Awards, winning Best Drama and Best New Series.
  Apple TV+ is riding high with the success of its workplace thriller “Severance,” wrapping up its second season this Thursday night. The big question remains: can Apple capitalize on the buzz surrounding “Severance”? In contrast to Netflix Inc., which boasts a vast library of thousands of titles, Apple TV+—with a lean catal
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for March 21, #1371

  20-03-2025 21:00
  
  Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,371 for March 21.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for March 21, #383

  20-03-2025 21:00
  
  Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 383 for March 21.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for March 21, #179

  20-03-2025 21:00
  
  Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 179,for March 21.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for March 21, #649

  20-03-2025 21:00
  
  Hints and answers for Connections for March 21, #649.
  
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• Don't Be Fooled by These Devious Venmo, Cash App and Zelle Scams

  20-03-2025 21:00
  
  Know the tricks scammers use to avoid getting burned by common digital payment app schemes.
  
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• 8 of the Best Soft Mattresses of 2025, Tested by CNET's Well-Rested Sleep Experts

  20-03-2025 20:55
  
  Get the kind of sleep most can only dream of with the best soft mattresses we've tested.
  
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• Netflix Games Will Get Its First MMO Game Later This Year

  20-03-2025 20:27
  
  The Ghibli-looking cozy game comes from the award-winning studio Spry Fox.
  
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• McDonald's to Launch Minecraft Happy Meals, Plus a 'Nether Hot Sauce' for Nuggets

  20-03-2025 20:17
  
  The promotion is tied into A Minecraft Movie and begins April 1.
  
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• McDonald's Launching Minecraft Happy Meals, Plus a 'Nether Hot Sauce' For Nuggets

  20-03-2025 20:17
  
  The promotion is tied in to A Minecraft Movie, and begins April 1.
  
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• Best Robot Vacuums of 2025: These Machines Do the Work for You

  20-03-2025 20:15
  
  We spent hours rigorously testing the most popular robot vacuums so you can ditch that old vac for good.
  
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• Apple TV+ debuts trailer for new French-language drama, ‘Carême’

  20-03-2025 20:10 via macdailynews.com
  
  French-language drama “Carême” premieres April 30, 2025 on Apple TV+.
  Apple TV+ on Thursday unveiled the provocative trailer for upcoming new French-language drama “Carême,” starring César Award winner Benjamin Voisin (“Lost Illusions”), César Award nominee Jérémie Renier (“My Way”), César Award winner Lyna Khoudri (“Papicha”) and Alice Da Luz (“Hanami”). The series is directed
  
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• Assassin's Creed Shadows Launches for Mac

  20-03-2025 20:06 via macrumors.com
  
  Assassin's Creed Shadows is available for download on the Mac as of today, and it is the first Assassin's Creed title that is launching for Mac at the same time that it is launching on PlayStation 5, Windows machines, and the Xbox.
  Set in 16th century Japan, Assassin's Creed Shadows is part of the main Assassin's Creed gaming lineup, and it is the successor to Assassin's Creed Mirage. The game focuses on the dispute between the Assassin Brotherhood and the Templar Order, and players can take on
  
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• Rumor Replay: Siri shake-ups, iOS 19 goals, C2 modem, more

  20-03-2025 20:04 via 9to5mac.com
  
  This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: Siri shake-ups, iOS 19 goals, C2 modem, and new Apple displays. Here are this week’s Apple rumors.more…
  
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• iOS 18.4 is packed with clues about Apple’s next big product launch

  20-03-2025 19:41 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple has long been rumored to be working on a smart home control tablet, which many have dubbed “HomePad.” The device will reportedly feature a new interface that lets users control their smart home accessories, view relevant data like the temperature and weather, FaceTime their contacts, and more. It won’t have an App Store, it is said but will feature purpose-driven Apple apps and services.While the company doesn’t typically acknowledge unreleased projects pub
  
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• Tesla's Eighth Cybertruck Recall Is Over a Glue Failure

  20-03-2025 19:36
  
  A trim panel on the sharp-angled, controversial trucks can detach while driving.
  
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• Siri, when is the next Friday the 13th?

  20-03-2025 19:19 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Ever see Jason Vorhees, hockey mask and knife in tow, out on the town on a Friday that isn’t the 13th? It turns out the masked serial killer from the movies uses Siri. Here’s how we know…more…
  
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• Live translation on AirPods, encrypted RCS, EU enforces interoperability for iOS 19

  20-03-2025 18:37 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Benjamin and Chance react to the biggest stories of the week, including Apple’s commitment to support encrypted RCS, the rumored launch of a new live translation feature for AirPods, and the ongoing fallout of the Siri feature delays. Apple is also forced to add a variety of APIs to let third-party devices access iOS notifications and other system features, thanks to the latest EU decree.And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance rocks out to Metallica in the Vision Pro, and Apple finally announces Te
  
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• Apple removes Siri from John Giannandrea, hands it over to Mike Rockwell

  20-03-2025 18:37 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple CEO Tim Cook
  Apple is finally executing a shakeup of its failed executive ranks, aiming to finally condense its Apple Intelligence vaporware after months of delays and stumbles. CEO Tim Cook has belatedly lost confidence in the ability in John Giannandrea his chief of “AI Strategy” — of which Apple has demonstrably has very little, if any — to execute on product development, so he’s handing command of Short Bus Siri over to Vision Pro-creator Mike Rockwell. In
  
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• Watch UEFA Nations League Soccer: Livestream Netherlands vs. Spain From Anywhere

  20-03-2025 18:15
  
  La ROja look to maintain their unbeaten record in the tournament so far as they travel to Rotterdam for this quarterfinal clash.
  
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• 2025 Buyer’s Guide: Deciding which iPad to buy is easier than you think

  20-03-2025 18:14 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Believe it or not, Apple’s 2025 iPad lineup is actually much less confusing than in years past. Although, with four main models—the iPad (11th Gen), iPad Mini 7, M3 iPad Air, and M4 iPad Pro—there is still plenty of nuance to understand to make sure you make the right choice. But the reality is that all iPads handle about 90% of the same tasks, such as web browsing, note-taking, streaming, app ecosystem, and creative and professional work, and they all even have the same design
  
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• Should You Eat 3 Meals a Day? An Expert Dietician Weighs In

  20-03-2025 18:00
  
  We tapped a dietician to understand if three meals a day is the best for a healthy lifestyle. Here's what we learned.
  
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• Limit Trolls in Your Replies With This New Threads Feature

  20-03-2025 18:00
  
  Anyone who's fallen victim to the "Well, actually" reply needs to use this new feature.
  
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• What Time Does the Severance Season 2 Finale Drop Tonight?

  20-03-2025 17:55
  
  The popular sci-fi thriller on Apple TV Plus wraps up its second season with many mysteries still to be solved.
  
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• Watch UEFA Nations League Soccer: Livestream Italy vs. Germany From Anywhere

  20-03-2025 17:45
  
  Two European heavyweights go head to head for a place in the semifinals.
  
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• Watch UEFA Nations League Soccer: Livestream Denmark vs. Portugal From Anywhere

  20-03-2025 17:45
  
  Brian Riemer's Danes host Cristiano Ronaldo and co. in this quarterfinal clash in Copenhagen.
  
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• Watch UEFA Nations League Soccer: Livestream Croatia vs. France From Anywhere

  20-03-2025 17:45
  
  This last-eight clash is a repeat of the 2018 World Cup final.
  
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• Best cheap VPNs for Mac: The cheapest VPN deals for Mac, iPhone or iPad

  20-03-2025 17:40 via macworld.com
  
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  If you want to unblock regional content on streaming services like Netflix, iPlayer, and Prime, or access websites that aren’t available in your region, a VPN is an essential tool. VPN services can also give you online privacy as well as letting you securely connect to open Wi-Fi networks in cafes, hotels, airports and other places. But VPNs tend to have complex pricing structures, with long-term contract pricing and offers that seem to offer huge discounts, making identifying a g
  
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• Vision Pro Creator Taking Over Siri After Apple Intelligence Setbacks

  20-03-2025 17:37 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple is reportedly shaking up its executive ranks, shortly after it delayed the personalized Siri features that it previewed at WWDC last year.
  Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today said that Vision Pro chief Mike Rockwell will be taking over the Siri team at Apple, which until now was led by Apple's artificial intelligence chief John Giannandrea. Apple CEO Tim Cook has apparently "lost confidence" in Giannandrea's ability to "execute on product development," but he will remain at the company for now t
  
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• Best Cordless Vacuums of 2025: We've Picked the Best for Your Spring Cleaning Needs

  20-03-2025 17:19
  
  Whether your pet is shedding or you have the spring-cleaning bug, we tested dozens of cordless vacuums to find you the best performers.
  
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• Apple puts Vision Pro creator in charge of Siri as Apple Intelligence rollout falters

  20-03-2025 17:11 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is shaking up its executive team in light of ongoing struggles to roll out advanced Apple Intelligence features for Siri. Bloomberg reports that Apple CEO Tim Cook “has lost confidence in the ability of AI head John Giannandrea to execute on product development.”
  As such, Mike Rockwell, current vice president of the Vision Products Group and creator of Apple Vision Pro, is taking the reigns of the Siri team.
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• Vinyl is Booming, But These are the Records to Buy

  20-03-2025 17:00
  
  Sales of vinyl are higher than they have been for 40 years, and these are over 20 of the best-sounding albums.
  
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• Vinyl is Booming, But These are the Ones to Buy

  20-03-2025 17:00
  
  Sales of vinyl are higher than they have been for 40 years, and these are over 20 of the best-sounding albums.
  
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• Chase Customers: Here's What You Should Know About Its New Zelle Policy

  20-03-2025 17:00
  
  The bank hopes to thwart social media scams by blocking some Zelle payments. Here's how you can send money instead.
  
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