Elon Musk has backed Epic Games in its battle against Apple, tweeting his support for the Fortnite maker and condemning App Store Fees.
Podcasts App Update Fixes Automatic Download Issues
'Ted Lasso' Season Two Review: Episode 2- Guess Who's Back?
After a flat premiere episode, Ted Lasso season two is starting to really kick-off as tension builds with the return of a familiar figure.
Apple Book Sale: ‘How to Disappear’ is Only a Dollar
This one caught my eye as I was browsing for sales on BookBub (seriously, use BookBub). How to Disappear is the authoritative and comprehensive quide for people who seek to protect their privacy as well as for anyone who’s ever entertained the fantasy of disappearing-whether actually dropping out of sight or by eliminating the traceable evidence of their existence. The author, Frank Ahearn, was a skip tracer, people who specialize in locating others.
REGEX 101
Want to know more about REGEX? Check out this mini-segment from Mac Geek Gab 881 on REGEX101 to build, test, and debug your regex.
iOS 15: How to Create Smart Folders in Apple Notes
Like Smart Lists in Reminders there is a similar feature in Apple Notes called Smart Folders that use the new tagging tool.
Airbnb Adds New Wi-Fi Speed Test Feature to App
On Thursday Airbnb announced it added a Wi-Fi speed test tool to its app to let Hosts easily advertise their speeds.
While Hosts have been able to manually add wifi speeds to their listing pages for some time, we’re now providing an easy and efficient in-app solution to allow them to measure the wifi speed in their listing using the Airbnb app.
Hosts can test their listing’s connection speed right within the Airbnb app, and easily have their wifi speed information posted on their listing page, making their listings more appealing to guests looking for connected stays.
Innovation: The Interplay of Consistency and Change
Dr. Brooks argues that tangible imperatives, whether threat or aspiration, drive humanity to ‘think outside the box’ and to innovate.
watchOS 7.6.1 Out Now With Important Security Update For Apple Watch
Apple has released watchOS 7.6.1, which contains a key security fix, for all those with an Apple Watch Series 3 or later.
'Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson' Out on Apple TV+
Music technology docuseries Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson is out now on Apple TV+. All six episodes, each exploring a specific technology and topic, are available for subscribers to stream. Over teh course of the series, various stars join the superproducer, including Dave Grohl, Charli XCX, and Sir Paul McCartney. There are also associated tools in GarageBand to help viewers practice the concepts discussed.
Xebec Tri-Screen Turns Your Laptop Into a Portable Workstation With Multiple Displays
Lots of people add an additional display to their laptop, but such a setup doesn’t tend to be portable. Xebec offers a solution with its Tri-Screen 2 portable workstation. It allows users to quickly attach two thin 6.5mm monitors to their device, with a kickstand helping to balance the whole thing. It costs US$499 with free U.S. shipping.
Uber Drivers to Receive Free Rosetta Stone Language Lessons
Uber announced on Thursday a partnership with Rosetta Stone to offer free language courses to drivers.
The deal is being extended to drivers and delivery workers in select markets where Uber operates. Rosetta’s digital language learning programs, which cover 24 languages, will be fully integrated into the Uber app used by its workers. And the company is working with Rosetta on developing language skills directly related to their work as ride-share drivers and delivery workers.
Thursdays with Bob: Blue Light Specials – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-29
Today Dr Mac drops by to chat with Kelly about some alternate places to shop for gear to go with your Apple hardware.
All-new Sound Packs from Dua Lipa, Lady Gaga Available in GarageBand for iPhone and iPad
How Educators in Australia are Embracing Swift
Some educators at schools in Queensland, Australia are embracing Apple’s Swift programming language. The company published a feature that includes some teachers and students sharing their experiences.
At Siena Catholic College and St Augustine’s College, two high schools in Southeast Queensland, teaching students the principles of app development using Swift is unlocking their creativity and allowing them to reach new levels of innovation and problem solving. “Our decision to choose Swift was clear and based on the simplicity, versatility, and limitless creativity the language provides,” says Paul Dionysius, who teaches technology courses at Siena Catholic College. “Every day we’re seeing our students develop enterprising ideas and designing real-world solutions to problems, building the essential skills for success in the 21st century. We have future blockbuster developers here today — I am certain of that and incredibly proud.”
iOS 15 Adds Built-In Relaxation Sounds Called ‘Background Sounds’
You may not need to use a third-party relaxation app anymore. With iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 Apple has added soothing sounds built into the OS.
New App ‘Nanogram’ is a Telegram Client for Apple Watch
Nanogram is a brand new Apple Watch app that acts as a Telegram client. Features: Send, receive, and see all your messages & notifications right from your wrist – even when you don’t have your phone around. Experience the freedom of going truly phone-less with just your Apple Watch, while staying connected to your friends & family. Also supports FlickType Swipe Keyboard, for faster & more private replies on the go (vs Scribble & Dictation, respectively). Nanogram does not collect any information. Requires Apple Watch Series 3 or later, running watchOS 7 or later.
Epic New trailer For Season Two of See on Apple TV+
An epic new trailer for season two of See on Apple TV+ was released Thursday. The show, starring Jason Momoa, returns on August 27, with a third already confirmed. Subscribers can catch up on the first season now. There is also a version of the trailer with audio descriptions available.
Total War: WARHAMMER II - The Silence & The Fury Available for Mac
Feral Interactive has announced that The Silence & The Fury, the final Lords Pack for Total War: WARHAMMER II, is out now for macOS. The Silence & The Fury introduces new Legendary Lords for the Lizardmen and the Beastmen, each leading their own factions with new characters and units, as well as unique gameplay mechanics and narrative objectives. A feature-packed free update to Total War: WARHAMMER II for macOS is also available today, including reworks to the Beastmen and Dwarfen factions, a new Dawi Legendary Lord, and the introduction of Ogre Mercenaries for Total War Access Members. A trailer can be watched on YouTube.
Verizon Adds Four New Mobile Hotspot Plans for Customers
Verizon announced on Thursday the addition of four new mobile hotspot plans, perfect for travelers. From 15GB to 150GB per month.
