Kategorie: Tech, Gadgets & co

### Retroactive - The Lifeline for Old Apple Apps Is Nearing Its End Retroactive, an open-source project we last covered about a year and a half ago following its 2.0 version release, has been somewhat quiet until now. This unique Mac application has served as a bridge allowing users to run older Apple apps on newer, officially unsupported macOS versions. Tyshawn Cormier, the developer behind this innovative project, has recently made a comeback with an important announcement regarding the future of Retroactive. ### Update on Retroactive: A Glimpse into Its Uncertain Future With the latest update to Retroactive 2.1, users might want to temper their expectations regarding the app's longevity. This new software version enhances compatibility with the latest macOS Sonoma and fixes issues experienced by Aperture and iPhoto users…

**Homematic IP Unveils Innovative Solutions for Electricity and Gas Consumption Measurement** Homematic IP has announced the launch of innovative solutions that will enable consumers to monitor and control their electricity and gas consumption through the provider's app, revolutionizing the way we interact with our home energy usage. This marks a significant stride toward smarter, more efficient home energy management. **Introducing Homematic IP Energy Interface** At the heart of this new offering is the Homematic IP Energy Interface, designed not only to keep tabs on the current energy consumption but also to visualize the electricity production from solar installations. This capability paves the way for utilizing this data to trigger automations, enhancing energy efficiency and providing insights into energy production and consumption patterns. What sets the Homematic IP Energy Interface, also…

### Apple Music Explores Facilitating Transfers from Spotify and Other Services In the dynamic world of music streaming services, two major factors contribute to user loyalty: first, the deep personalization based on users' musical tastes and preferences, and second, the meticulously curated music libraries amassed over the years. These libraries, complete with playlists, saved albums, and favored tracks, often prove challenging to transfer to other music streaming services, making users feel anchored to their current service. Though several online tools and mobile applications have emerged to assist users in migrating music libraries between platforms — such as from Spotify to Deezer, from Tidal to Apple Music, or from Amazon Music Unlimited to Spotify — many of these services charge hefty fees and tend to disappear from the market shortly after…

**Exploring the Innovative OBSBOT Tail Air: A Breakthrough in Streaming and Video Production** The world of video content creation, live streaming, and online conferencing has just witnessed a significant leap forward with the introduction of the OBSBOT Tail Air. This high-end, battery-operated PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) camera is designed with videographers, streamers, event coordinators, and panel discussion hosts in mind. Beyond its hardware controllers and mobile app for setting up the camera, the inclusion of a Mac application, now known as OBSBOT Center, elevates user interaction by offering access to all essential settings in German UI, complete with automatic direction and zoom control capabilities. ### OBSBOT Center for macOS: A New Era of Convenience Previously recognized as the OBSBOT WebCam app, OBSBOT Center emerges with a new identity and enhanced functionalities ready…

### Anker Launches the SOLIX F3800: A Portable Powerhouse for Your Emergency Needs In an era where reliable power is more crucial than ever, Anker’s solar energy-focused brand SOLIX has stepped up with an innovative solution. The SOLIX F3800, a heavy-duty portable power station, made its debut at the CES electronics fair in January and has now officially entered the German market. Priced similarly to the Apple Vision Pro, the SOLIX F3800 is launching with a special offer that makes it an even more enticing addition to any tech enthusiast’s arsenal. #### The Making of the SOLIX F3800 Kickstarter played a pivotal role in bringing the SOLIX F3800 to life. With the support of over 1,500 backers contributing more than five million US dollars, SOLIX successfully transformed its vision into…

### Apple Vision Pro 2 Expected in Fall 2025: Should You Wait for the Next Generation? The Apple Vision Pro has been a topic of great interest since its introduction. However, as of now, the device is only available in the United States. This raises an important question for tech enthusiasts around the world: Will Apple offer the Apple Vision Pro in its current form outside of the United States, or will the company delay sales in Europe and Asia until the next generation of the smart glasses is ready for shipment? ### A Long Wait Ahead For those outside the U.S. eagerly waiting to get their hands on Apple's mixed reality headset, there might be a considerable wait time. According to Mark Gurman, a well-informed Apple observer, the debut…

**Apple Music Offers Free Months Through Shazam, Including for Returning Users** Apple has launched a new promotional campaign offering up to three months of free access to its in-house music streaming service, Apple Music. The promotion is hosted yet again on the website of the Shazam app, a tool also provided by Apple, which is popular for identifying unknown music tracks playing on the radio. **Free Months for Returnees Too** Visitors to this special page will now be welcomed with a promotional offer that gives users up to three months of Apple Music for free and exclusively through Shazam. What makes this offer even more appealing is that it's not limited to new subscribers; those who have previously had temporary access to Apple Music are also eligible. **Promotional Offer: Up…

### The Future of Xbox Cloud Gaming on iOS Looks Uncertain In the arena of digital marketplaces within the European Union, Apple announced last month a series of adjustments required by the Digital Markets Act. Among these adjustments, there's a particularly interesting prospect for developers: the ability to offer streaming services for gaming as well as apps that provide access to various mini-apps and games. This opens up new possibilities for cloud gaming services such as GeForce Now or Xbox Cloud Gaming. However, it seems that for iOS users hoping to see Xbox Cloud Gaming available on the App Store any time soon, the wait will be longer than anticipated. According to Microsoft, the concessions made by Apple so far aren't enough to make Xbox Cloud Gaming a viable option…

### Transform Your Photos Into 3D Masterpieces with "Make It Spatial" for Mac App developer Ben Harraway is not a new name in the tech world. Known for his innovative applications like Vivid, which extracts and amplifies the maximum possible screen brightness out of current MacBook models—surpassing what users can manually configure with the built-in options—he's back with yet another groundbreaking application. His latest creation is "Make It Spatial," now available for free download in the Mac App Store. "Make It Spatial" is primarily aimed at owners of the Apple Vision Pro, intending to elevate their experience by transforming conventional snapshots into three-dimensional images with depth effects. This revolutionary app enables users to convert almost any image into 3D photos, supporting formats such as HEIC, PNG, and JPG. ### AI-Driven…

## Apple Accelerates AI Integration Across Its Platforms In a bold move to harness the power of artificial intelligence, Apple is setting its sights on infusing its operating systems and development tools with advanced AI capabilities. According to Apple's software chief, Craig Federighi, the tech giant is pushing to incorporate "as many AI features as possible" into its software, signaling a significant shift in how the company views the integration of AI technology in its products. ### Expanding AI Across iOS, macOS, and Xcode This initiative is not limited to the iOS platform. Alongside the anticipated release of iOS 18, which is expected to showcase a suite of new generative AI functions, Apple is also looking to fortify its macOS operating system and the Xcode development environment with artificial intelligence.…