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Apple Releases iOS 10.3.2 with Bug Fixes and Security Patches

maandag 15 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple released iOS 10.3.2 Monday. The patch notes for the updates indicate it is entirely a maintenance update, noting that it “includes bug fixes and improves the security of your iPhone and iPad.”

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Apple Aims to Make Siri Smarter with Lattice Data Purchase

maandag 15 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has another tool to help make Siri smarter thanks to its recent purchase of Lattice Data. The company specializes in artificial intelligence an dark data, which ultimately could turn out to be as cool as it sounds.

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Charge & Sync Dock: $19.99

maandag 15 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

We have a deal for you today on the Charge & Sync Dock. This simple, S-shaped dock is designed to hold any Lightning iPhone. It features anti-slide TPU on the bottom, and it’s priced at $19.99 through us.

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MP3 Wasn’t Killed, it was Set Free

maandag 15 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

MP3 is dead and our music libraries are about to stop working! Or, at least that’s what the internet will have you believe since the Fraunhofer Institute announced it isn’t licensing its MP3 patents any more. Here’s the deal: MP3 isn’t dead, all you…

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Guardians of the Geek Galaxy – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 657

zondag 14 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Ever wondered how to share iCloud contact groups amongst family and team members? Ever have to mix iOS, Android, and macOS? Ever wonder what AppTranslocation folders are? How about the best thing to put in your walls before you close them up? John F…

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A Glimpse Into Microsoft’s Future

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Microsoft is a changed company under CEO Satya Nadella. We’re not the first ones to notice. This change has manifested itself in several ways, most notably the willingness to provide solutions on whatever platform the customer wants to work with. Mo…

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Apple Launches 16 ‘Shoot with iPhone’ Videos on Dedicated Website

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has launched a site dedicated to its Shoot with iPhone 7 instructional videos. Those videos were launched on YouTube Thursday evening. On Friday, Apple published a subsite on the apple.com domain with 16 videos from the series. Bryan Chaffin e…

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Visual Timeline of Apple I Auction Prices Since 1976 to Now

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

The folks at LiveAuctioneers put together a (self-serving, but who cares because it’s fun) visual timeline of Apple I auction prices. It spans from the device’s 1976 introduction to the introduction of the Apple ][ (I’m not sure why that’s included,…

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Elon Musk Tunnel Demo Video Might Induce Nausea or Seizures

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

One of Elon Musk’s many world-changing companies is the Boring Company. He posted a video on Instagram of a test run of a sled designed to transport cars at 125 miles per hour. It’s remarkable, but it might induce nausea or seizures.

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Amazon’s Alexa Calling Feature Works From Your iPhone, too

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Amazon’s Alexa Calling feature works great on the Echo and Echo Dot, from the testing TMO staff have done so far. Jeff Butts and Jeff Gamet also took the time to check out how the feature works from the Alexa app on the iPhone. Here’s what they foun…

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The Dangers of Voice Assistants in Our Homes – TMO Daily Observations 2017-05-12

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple, Amazon, and Google want voice assistants to be a bigger part of our lives. Jeff Butts and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to look at the social and privacy implications as voice assistant appliances become more deeply intertwined in our lives…

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macOS: Use Spotlight to Directly Search Google with this Shortcut

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Andrew Orr has another cool tip from Reddit. Using a simple keyboard shortcut, you can use your Mac’s Spotlight to directly search using your default search engine. It saves you from manually going to Safari and searching from the address bar.

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Apple’s $200M Advanced Manufacturing Fund Investment in Corning Means No Sapphire iPhone Displays

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

If you’ve been waiting for a sapphire glass for iPhone display, stop holding your breath because Apple’s $200 million investment in Corning says that’s not going to happen. The investment comes from Apple’s recently announced Advanced Manufacturing …

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Aerix Black Talon 2.0 Micro FPV Beginner Racing Drone: $99.99

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

What’s better than having your own drone? Having your own racing drone. Obviously. We have a deal for you on just that, the Aerix Black Talon 2.0, a beginner’s racing drone. It features a wde angle lens on a 720P HD camera with a live video stream, …

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4 Tricks for Using Bookmarks Folders in Safari

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

For today’s Quick Tip, we’re going to cover some features of bookmarks folders in Safari on the Mac. Using a few handy-dandy shortcuts, you can open a bunch of your sites in new tabs or replace the existing ones! Just don’t do one thing when you mea…

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Amazon Prime on Apple TV Announcement Coming at WWDC

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple plans to announce Amazon Prime Video for Apple TV during its Worldwide Developer Conference keynote presentation on June 5th. Amazon also plans to start selling Apple’s entertainment device again once the app is available.

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Five Apple Videos for Shooting with iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple released five videos to YouTube Thursday evening, all of them designed to teach you how to shoot on iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus. Topics include shooting action, shooting “great portraits,” shooting close-ups, shooting vertical panoramics (panos)…

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How to Remove Conexant Keylogger Found on HP Laptop Models

vrijdag 12 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Modzero, a security firm in Switzerland, has discovered a Conexant keylogger pre-installed on certain laptop models. It’s an audio driver located in the Windows system folder.  This driver automatically loads every time a user logs in. Andrew Orr sh…

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Alexa, Siri, You’re Not a Trusted Family Member

donderdag 11 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

The conceit of AI agents like Alexa, Cortana, Google Home and Siri is that they are to be always listening, invited to be treated as trusted family members. Or the loyal computer of our family’s starship. John Martellaro doesn’t like these analogies…

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3 iPhone 7 Plus Tips to Help Make Your Flight More Productive

donderdag 11 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

The Trump administration appears set to ban MacBooks, iPads, and other large electronics from even more flights to the United States. Jeff Butts has some tips for how you can make the most of your iPhone to be more productive during those long fligh…

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Apple Buying Up 3D Cameras for iPhone 8

donderdag 11 mei 2017 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

The iPhone 8 will reportedly include a 3D camera with facial recognition capabilities, and LG Innotek is parts supplier. That fits with reports that have surfaced over the past few months, although this is the first time we’re hearing that Apple has…

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