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Apple pulls WhatsApp and Threads from App Store on Beijing's orders: Apple says it has removed Meta’s WhatsApp messaging app and its Threads social media app ...
abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/apple-pulls-whatsapp-threads-app-store-beijings-orders-109425756
Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
Windows 11 Start menu ads arrive. How to turn them off.: That's annoying.
mashable.com/article/microsoft-windows-11-start-menu-ads-turn-off
TikTok CEO expects to defeat US restrictions: 'We aren't going anywhere': TikTok's chief executive said on Wednesday that the company expects to win a legal ...
reuters.com/technology/tiktok-ceo-expects-defeat-us-restrictions-we-arent-going-anywhere-2024-04-24/
Apple is about to do the unthinkable to its iPads: Since its release in 2010, the iPad has been missing one critical yet extremely basic feature. Now ...
digitaltrends.com/mobile/apple-ipad-calculator-app-rumor-ipados-18-news/
Online banking security put to the test: Bank security put to the test: Which? tested websites and apps from HSBC, Natwest, Nationwide, Barclays and more ...
which.co.uk/news/article/online-banking-security-put-to-the-test-how-safe-is-your-banks-website-a1hW09D9pQBJ
Meta's Threads now has more daily US users than Musk's X: Launched less than a year ago as a rival for Twitter, Threads is continuing to gain ground with users.
businessinsider.com/meta-threads-more-daily-us-users-twitter-elon-musk-x-2024-4
Why you should use your energy supplier's app: Send gas and electricity meter readings, top-up your meter and see your energy use with an app
which.co.uk/news/article/why-you-should-use-your-energy-suppliers-app-aKzIg7i6sTGj
Covid-19 update: 2383 new cases, 21 further deaths: There have been 2383 new cases of Covid-19 reported in the past week, and 21 further deaths attributed to the ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515003/covid-19-update-2383-new-cases-21-further-deaths
US TikTok’s future in jeopardy as Biden signs ban bill: What’s next?: TikTok’s Chinese owner has nearly a year to divest or face ban as US lawmakers say the ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/25/us-tiktoks-future-in-jeopardy-as-biden-signs-ban-bill-whats-next
Quick Glance: What Lies Ahead for TikTok in the US?
- The US Senate has unanimously approved a bill that could potentially lead to the banning of TikTok within nine months, unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, withdraws from the video-sharing app due to concerns about national security threats.
- President Joe Biden has confirmed his intention to sign the legislation on Wednesday.
- ByteDance acquired the well-known karaoke app Musical.ly and rebranded it as TikTok back in 2017. It has become one of the fastest-growing applications in the United States, boasting 150 million monthly subscribers.
TikTok CEO expects to defeat US restrictions: 'We aren't going anywhere': TikTok's chief executive said on Wednesday that the company expects to win a legal ...
reuters.com/technology/tiktok-ceo-expects-defeat-us-restrictions-we-arent-going-anywhere-2024-04-24/
RevenueCat raises $12M Series C as it expands its subscription management to the web
techcrunch.com/2024/04/25/revenuecat-raises-12m-series-c-as-it-expands-its-subscription-management-to-the-web/
Naval Ravikant’s Airchat is a social app built around talk, not text: Airchat is a new social media app that encourages users to “just talk.” A previous version ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/13/airchat-launch/
China bans WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram from Apple's App Store: Until now, chat programs like WhatsApp could only be used in a roundabout way in China ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/asien/china-messenger-100.html
Apple Vision Pro Customer Interest Dying Down at Some Retail Stores: Apple Vision Pro, Apple's $3,500 spatial computing device, appears to be following a ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/22/apple-vision-pro-customer-interest-dying-down/
Economic conditions not forecast to improve until mid-2025 - Infometrics: Households and businesses are being advised to keep a close eye on costs until the ...
rnz.co.nz/news/business/514658/economic-conditions-not-forecast-to-improve-until-mid-2025-infometrics
Lorna Ogolla: My father read the Bible cover to cover every year: Says the General gave 110 percent to everything.
nation.africa/kenya/counties/siaya/lorna-ogolla-my-father-read-the-bible-cover-to-cover-every-year-4598214
When could the proposed TikTok ban take effect?: The Senate took up a bill Tuesday morning that could, if passed, start the clock for a ban on TikTok.
thehill.com/homenews/nexstar_media_wire/4615349-when-could-the-proposed-tiktok-ban-take-effect/
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
After a year marooned on the Epic store, Dead Island 2 debuts on Steam to 'mixed' reviews for a very silly reason
pcgamer.com/games/action/after-a-year-marooned-on-the-epic-store-dead-island-2-debuts-on-steam-to-mixed-reviews-for-a-very-silly-reason/
What If Your AI Girlfriend Hated You?: AngryGF offers a perpetually enraged chatbot intended to teach men better communication skills. WIRED took it for a spin.
wired.com/story/what-if-your-ai-girlfriend-hated-you/
Apple deletes WhatsApp, Threads from China app store on orders from Beijing: Apple has removed WhatAapp and Threads from its app store in China ...
cnn.com/2024/04/19/tech/china-apple-whatspp-threads-removal-hnk-intl/
New Zealand A&P Agricultural Show cancelled this year: Organisers of the show in Christchurch say it's not financially viable.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514476/new-zealand-a-and-p-agricultural-show-cancelled-this-year
Meta’s ChatGPT killer is taking over your favorite apps: Step aside, ChatGPT. Meta's AI assistant is here, and it's coming to apps like Instagram ...
digitaltrends.com/mobile/meta-chatgpt-killer-taking-over-whatsapp-instagram-apps-news/
Live: Three's 6pm news to be provided by Stuff in bulletins deal: "If part of the company can be saved ... it's a beautiful thing' - Newshub's Amanda Gillies ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514377/live-three-s-6pm-news-to-be-provided-by-stuff-in-bulletins-deal
The Best Home Air Quality Monitor: Get reliable, accurate air quality information with these apps and tools.
nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-home-air-quality-monitor/
Apple’s Vision Pro headset can now be used to shop at Best Buy: A new app from Best Buy lets folks with a Vision Pro shop at its online store ...
digitaltrends.com/home/apples-vision-pro-headset-can-now-shop-at-best-buy/
Is 128GB Enough iPhone Storage?: The iPhone 15 offers "lots of storage for lots of photos," or at least that's what Apple boasts in its latest ad ...
macrumors.com/guide/is-128gb-enough-iphone-storage/
Game Boy Emulator for iPhone Now Available in App Store Following Rule Change: A week after Apple updated its App Review Guidelines to permit retro game console ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/14/game-boy-emulator-in-app-store/
Quick Glance: Game Boy Emulator Released for iPhone, Allows Downloading ROMs from the Web and Playing
- After Apple relaxed its App Store policy to allow the publishing of retro game emulators in its marketplace, iGBA, a free Game Boy emulator, becomes the first emulator available for iPhone and iPad on the App Store.
- The developer of the iGBA Game Boy emulator is leveraging this rule change to provide users with the ability to download and enjoy game ROMs. The emulator is built upon a well-known open-source platform but comes with integrated advertisements.
- iGBA effectively fulfills its purpose by providing seamless emulation of Game Boy games. Users can access Game Boy Advance or Game Boy Color games from various sources and load them into iGBA for gameplay. It offers a comprehensive set of features such as save states, customization of the virtual controller, haptic feedback settings, and support for AirPlay.
- With the official availability of the iGBA emulator, which facilitates the loading and playing of downloaded ROMs, the potential release of the PPSSPP emulator on the App Store may be imminent. To access the iGBA emulator, simply follow the provided link to download it from the App Store.
Apple Says 'Goodbye Leather' in New iPhone Ad Following Controversial Switch to 'FineWoven' Material
macrumors.com/2024/04/16/apple-says-goodbye-leather-in-new-iphone-ad/
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is coming this year and its twice as big as the original
digitaltrends.com/gaming/kingdom-come-deliverance-2-announced/
X May Charge New Users a 'Small Fee' to Post, Like and Reply: Social media platform X (formerly Twitter) will soon begin charging new users "a small fee" ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/15/x-small-fee-new-users/
Brace yourselves: Microsoft wants to put ads in Windows 11's Start menu: That's cool, I don't see enough of those things.
pcgamer.com/software/operating-systems/brace-yourselves-microsoft-wants-to-put-ads-in-windows-11s-start-menu/
PlayStation trophies are finally coming to PC with new overlay: A new PlayStation overlay built for PC will launch alongside Ghost of Tsushima: Director's ...
digitaltrends.com/gaming/ghost-of-tsushima-pc-trophy-support/
Squad Busters mashes up Clash of Clans, Brawl Stars and more mobile hits: Squad Busters is Supercell's first new game in five years, and the company's ...
digitaltrends.com/gaming/squad-busted-release-date-ceo-mixed-feelings/
Apple investors are eager for any sign at all about its AI intentions: Apple jumped on Thursday after a report its Macs will include AI-focused chips ...
businessinsider.com/apple-investors-eager-for-sign-of-ai-plans-mac-chip-2024-4
Industria and LISA: Definitive Edition are free on the Epic Games Store: This week, the Epic Games Store is offering copies of Industria and LISA: Definitive ...
neowin.net/news/industria-and-lisa-definitive-edition-are-free-on-the-epic-games-store/
Apple Likely Planning to Skip M3 Mac Mini for M4 Refresh in Late 2024: Apple is likely to skip an M3 version of the Mac mini in favor of a bigger update with M4 ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/21/apple-likely-planning-to-skip-m3-mac-mini/
8 features I want on the Fitbit Sense 3 (if there is one) | Digital Trends: It's unknown whether there will even be a Fitbit Sense 3. If there is ...
digitaltrends.com/mobile/features-i-want-on-the-fitbit-sense-3/
Apple Announced the 24-Inch iMac Three Years Ago Today: Today marks the three-year anniversary of Apple's announcement of the 24-inch iMac ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/20/24-inch-imac-three-years-ago-today/
One of the most strange and cruel survival sandboxes I've played has sold 2.3 million copies
pcgamer.com/games/rpg/one-of-the-most-strange-and-cruel-survival-sandboxes-ive-played-has-sold-23-million-copies/
iOS 17.5 Will Add These New Features to Your iPhone: The upcoming iOS 17.5 update for the iPhone includes only a few new user-facing features ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/21/ios-17-5-adds-these-new-features/
Here’s how Apple could change your iPhone forever: Ferret UI is an AI system that understands on-screen content and offers actionable insights via natural ...
digitaltrends.com/mobile/apple-ferret-ui-research-paper-could-change-iphone-forever/
12.9-Inch iPad Air No Longer Expected to Feature Mini-LED Display: Apple's upcoming 12.9-inch iPad Air will feature an LCD display like its smaller sibling ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/24/12-9-inch-ipad-air-will-not-feature-mini-led/
Quick Glance: Apple announces event on May 7
- Apple will host an event on May 7, where the long-awaited revamped versions of the iPad Pro and iPad Air are expected to be revealed.
- These new models would signify Apple's first major overhaul of this product line since 2018, as iPad sales have decreased, prompting the company to introduce new products to stimulate demand.
- In the first quarter, iPad sales dropped by 25% to $7.02 billion, alongside a slowdown in iPhone sales.
- The event is scheduled to commence at 7 a.m. PT, corresponding to 2 p.m. GMT, and Apple is also preparing for its Worldwide Developers Conference from June 10 to June 14.
‘My hoo haa is gonna be out’: US Olympians slam Nike for skimpy women’s track kit
theguardian.com/sport/2024/apr/13/nike-olympic-track-and-field-uniforms-women-sexism
Quick Glance: Olympians Criticize Nike for Revealing Women's Attire
- Nike's Team USA track and field kit for women is criticized by female athletes as unnecessarily revealing and sexist.
- Debate over revealing outfits for women Olympians continues, with some changes in competition wear rules.
- Nike is offering athletes unitard options with both a brief and a short for this year's Olympics, providing more choices for athletes.
- While some athletes find the showcased attire concerning, others appreciate the variety of options available and advocate for custom tailoring for a better fit.
Will AI end Apple's existential crisis?: Apple's business is enduring tumult as multiple crises beset the firm. Can Apple Silicon and advanced ...
computerworld.com/article/2089535/will-ai-end-apples-existential-crisis.html
LeBron James Spotted With Unreleased Beats Pill Speaker: Ahead of tonight's NBA playoff game, the Los Angeles Lakers posted an Instagram reel showing ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/20/lebron-james-unreleased-beats-pill/
iPhone 15 Pro vs. iPhone 16 Pro: 30 Rumored Upgrades Compared: After over a year of rumors, there are now 30 changes and improvements expected to be offered by ...
macrumors.com/guide/iphone-15-pro-vs-iphone-16-pro/
Taylor Swift: Artist's music back on TikTok after dispute: Taylor Swift's songs are back on TikTok following a dispute that led her label to stop licensing its ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/514123/taylor-swift-artist-s-music-back-on-tiktok-after-dispute
iPhone 17 Plus Rumored to Feature Smaller Screen Than iPhone 15 Plus: While the iPhone 16 series is still months away from launching, another rumor has already ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/17/iphone-17-plus-smaller-screen-rumor/
Does your Mac need antivirus software in 2024? We asked the experts: Apple’s Macs are seen as more secure than Windows PCs, but they can still get viruses ...
digitaltrends.com/computing/does-your-mac-need-antivirus-software/
Apple is not allowing Spotify's latest iOS update in the EU that showed discounted pricing
neowin.net/news/apple-is-not-allowing-spotifys-latest-ios-update-in-the-eu-that-showed-discounted-pricing/
iOS 17.5 beta 2 is here: 5 new features on your iPhone: A minor update for participants in the Apple Developer Program.
mashable.com/article/ios-17-5-beta-2-new-features
TikTok CEO to fight US ban law: WASHINGTON: TikTok’s chief executive said on Wednesday that the company expects to win a legal challenge to block legislation ...
arabnews.com/node/2498746/media
Quick Glance: Potential Buyers for TikTok Revealed
- The clock is ticking for TikTok to find a new owner. President Joe Biden signed a law that could ban TikTok in the US unless ByteDance sells the app. Possible buyers range from tech companies to retailers and investment bankers.
- Established tech giants like Meta or Google are unlikely buyers due to antitrust hurdles. Large companies with deep pockets face regulatory skepticism, although they could have the resources to purchase TikTok.
- Microsoft, which has shown interest in TikTok in the past, may have another opportunity after successfully navigating antitrust scrutiny with the Activision Blizzard deal. Oracle and former US government officials like Steven Mnuchin are also potential buyers.
- Mnuchin has announced assembling a team of investors to acquire TikTok. His offer, however, might exclude TikTok's algorithm, sparking controversial discussions. Other potential buyers like Kevin O'Leary are also considering acquiring TikTok, with O'Leary suggesting an initial bid between $20 and $30 billion.
WhatsApp for iPhone gains passkey support: WhatsApp is adding passkey support to its iPhone app, seven months after the feature rolled out on Android.
cultofmac.com/854276/whatsapp-for-iphone-gains-passkey-support/
Fallout 4’s Next-Gen Update is Now Available: An update has also released for other platforms, while the game has also become Steam Deck Verified and launched ...
gamingbolt.com/fallout-4s-next-gen-update-is-now-available
Is Google or Apple delivering more features now?
Android vs. iOS: Which Phone OS Really Is the Best?: You've probably already picked a side, but is it the right one? Here's how Apple and Google's mobile ...
pcmag.com/comparisons/android-vs-ios-which-mobile-os-is-best
Windows 11: Microsoft tests advertising for apps in the Start menu - Golem.de: Microsoft has already experimented a lot with advertising in Windows 11 ...
golem.de/news/windows-11-microsoft-testet-werbung-fuer-apps-im-startmenue-2404-184126.html
Telegram founder says China downloads have not fallen since Apple move: Pavel Durov, billionaire founder and CEO of Telegram, said Apple's move last week to ...
reuters.com/technology/telegram-founder-says-china-downloads-have-not-fallen-since-apple-move-2024-04-23/
Google Wallet starts rolling out in India: Google Wallet is specifically designed for contactless payments using credit/debit cards and requires smartphones with ...
thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/google-wallet-starts-rolling-out-in-india/article68097135.ece
Anzac Day: Follow live updates from across Aotearoa: Anzac Day has been marked around New Zealand today, with the Dawn Service in Gallipoli this afternoon ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515156/anzac-day-follow-live-updates-from-across-aotearoa
Samsung releases an update to Samsung Keyboard: Samsung has released a new version of the Samsung Keyboard (version 5.8.20.12). Unfortunately ...
sammobile.com/news/samsung-releases-update-samsung-keyboard/
Supercell's Squad Busters launches globally on May 29th: Supercell's Squad Busters will launch globally across the App Store and Google Play on May ...
pocketgamer.biz/news/83874/squad-busters-launches-globally-on-may-29th/
14 Years Later And Fallout: New Vegas Is Still A Buggy Mess: But I still can't help but love it...
thegamer.com/14-years-later-and-fallout-new-vegas-is-still-a-buggy-mess/
Lock in lifetime access to Babbel language learning for just $149.97: Gain lifetime access to all 14 of the languages offered in the Babbel app with this great ...
cultofmac.com/790706/babbel-language-learning-app-deal/
Both iPhone 16 Pro Models to Feature 256GB Base Storage, Claims Sketchy Rumor: Apple will allegedly offer both the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max with a ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/16/both-iphone-16-pro-models-256-base-storage/
GoWise’s Steam Air Fryer Is an Intriguing Combo Cooker: GoWise’s countertop device combines two different cooking functions: air frying and steaming ...
wired.com/review/gowise-steam-air-fryer/
Apple joins tech exodus to Florida— iPhone maker plans a 45,000 square foot office near Miami
fortune.com/2024/04/09/apple-florida-iphone-office-miami/
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A Polestar Phone now inexplicably exists: Polestar normally makes electric cars, but now it's releasing a phone.
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/a-polestar-phone-now-inexplicably-exists/
The Prompt: The Latest AI Startup To Face Reality: Plus: Mark Zuckerberg’s fake beard and AI-generated e-textbooks
forbes.com/sites/rashishrivastava/2024/04/23/the-prompt-the-latest-ai-startup-to-face-reality/
48 top mobile games in soft launch: Squad Busters, CSR 3, Plants vs. Zombies 3, LEGO Hill Climb Adventures, and more
pocketgamer.biz/feature/60621/the-latest-and-most-interesting-mobile-games-in-soft-launch-update/
A warning has been issued to anyone using parking ticket machines www.walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/warning-anyone-who-uses-parking-29042220
Massive fire contained in Hawke's Bay overnight: Crews were able to get the fire under control in the early hours of the morning.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515224/massive-fire-contained-in-hawke-s-bay-overnight
Sport and health: Massive user criticism of the new Garmin Connect - Golem.de: Confusing, too many clicks: The new version of Garmin Connect is noticeably poorly ...
golem.de/news/sport-und-gesundheit-massive-anwenderkritik-am-neuen-garmin-connect-2404-184562.html
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Review - The Last Bow: Despite some issues, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is a solid JPRG that fully delivers all of Rabbit ...
wccftech.com/review/eiyuden-chronicle-hundred-heroes-review-the-last-bow/
Everything You (Probably) Didn’t Know You Could Do With Your Steam Deck: Beyond the basics of running your Steam library on the go, the Steam Deck is a beast at ...
gizmodo.com/steam-deck-tips-1851434800
iPhone sales dive 19.1% in China as Huawei comeback hits Apple in the high end: From first place to third as local brands grow
theregister.com/2024/04/23/iphone_sales_decline_china/
Gemini, ChatGPT’s AI rival, tipped to get ‘real-time responses.’: Because who has time to wait for the full response before reading it?
mashable.com/article/google-gemini-chatgpt-ai-rival-tip-real-time-responses
Quick Glance: Innovation and Performance: Overview of Google Gemini 1.0 Ultra
- Google Gemini 1.0 Ultra offers a user-friendly interface, longer queries, and improved coding results.
- As a large language model (LLM), Gemini can handle complex queries and mimic human language.
- The Advanced subscription of Google Gemini 1.0 Ultra costs $19.99 per month, providing access to the most powerful model.
- Gemini also supports coding in at least 20 programming languages and has features for debugging and explaining code.
Everyone loves Nintendo… Delta emulator hits 4.4 million downloads in its first week
pocketgamer.biz/news/83878/everyone-loves-nintendo-delta-emulator-hits-44-million-downloads-in-its-first-week/
Android Auto 11.8 Update: New Features and Bug Fixes Revealed: Discover the latest Android Auto update 11.8.6460 with new features, design updates and fixes for ...
connect.de/news/andoid-auto-update-11-8-6460-neue-features-bugfixes-3205295.html
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel: North War opens pre-registration on Android and iOS
pocketgamer.com/legend-of-heroes-trails-of-cold-steel-north-war/pre-registration-android-ios/
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