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iPhone 17: “Display Pulse Smoothing” lets you disable PWM dimming Apple’s iPhone 17 series adds a new accessibility option called Display Pulse Smoothing that lets users toggle pulse-width modulation (PWM) dimming on or off. It’s found in Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size. What this does Disable PWM: Turns off PWM-based dimming so the OLED display dims without the rapid on/off pulses that can cause flicker. Who benefits: People sensitive to screen flicker — who experience eye strain, headaches, or discomfort with PWM — may see a smoother image at low brightness. Trade-offs: Apple notes disabling PWM may affect low-brightness display performance under certain conditions. Where to find it Open Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size and enable or disable Display Pulse Smoothing. Official note “Disables…

Looks Like Rain — Rain-focused 10-day Forecast App Updated Looks Like Rain is an app for macOS, iPadOS and iOS that puts a clear, color-coded hourly timeline at the center of the forecast. The app shows up to 10 days of forecasts and makes it easy to follow hourly precipitation and weather trends at a glance. Key features Color-coded hourly timeline for the next 10 days Hour-by-hour precipitation, temperature trends, sunrise/sunset markers Detailed day charts for precipitation and wind iCloud syncing of favorite locations Optional subscription for widgets, multiple favorites and a macOS menu-bar popup Download / More info: lookslikerain.app • App Store: Looks Like Rain on the App Store Independent reviews and impressions are available, e.g. on MacStories. What would you like to see improved in a weather app…

Meta launches Horizon TV — a new entertainment hub for Quest headsets At Meta Connect 2025, Meta revealed Horizon TV, a new entertainment hub for its Quest VR headsets. The hub aggregates major streaming services and delivers enhanced immersive experiences with Dolby Atmos now and Dolby Vision coming later this year. Key features Partners: Disney+ (including Marvel Cinematic Universe content), Prime Video, Hulu, ESPN, Spotify, Peacock, Twitch, Universal Pictures and Blumhouse. Exclusive content: A limited-time 3D clip of Avatar ("Fire and Ash") via Meta’s partnership with James Cameron’s Lightstorm Vision. Immersive tech: Dolby Atmos support for spatial audio; Dolby Vision arriving later for richer colors and sharper detail. Special effects: Meta says some horror titles (e.g., M3GAN, The Black Phone) will include immersive effects unique to Quest. What this means…

Meta Ray‑Ban Display: AR glasses with HUD & Neural Band — $799 Meta unveiled the Meta Ray‑Ban Display at Connect 2025: a pair of smart glasses with a small, translucent heads‑up display built into the lens. Priced at $799, the glasses combine basic AR overlays with camera, audio and new gesture input via a dedicated EMG wristband called the Meta Neural Band. Key features Heads‑up display (HUD): Shows text chats, reminders, incoming images, calendar items, and app info like Spotify. Meta Neural Band: A surface EMG wristband included with the glasses that detects muscle signals for gesture controls — e.g., swiping fingers to type a reply. Camera & audio: Built into the frame for photos, video and calls. Water resistance: Meta says the glasses are water‑resistant. Price & availability: Priced…

Meta & Ray‑Ban Gen‑2 Smart Glasses — Full Details Meta announced the second‑generation Ray‑Ban Meta smart glasses at Connect. Priced from $379, the Gen‑2 model adds several notable upgrades over the original Gen‑1 $299 model. Key specs 12 MP camera 3K Ultra HD video capture, up to 60 fps, HDR support Battery: up to 8 hours typical use; charging case adds 48 hours Fast charge: 50% in ~20 minutes 32 GB on‑device storage IPX4 splash resistance Features & launch notes “Conversation Focus” audio feature to better hear voices in noisy environments (coming to Gen‑1 too) Meta plans software updates (hyperlapse, slow‑motion) for its AI glasses later in the fall Live AI demo at Connect had issues during the reveal Style, lenses & pricing Available in Wayfarer, Skyler and Headliner frames.…

Oakley Meta Vanguard: Smart Sunglasses Built for Athletes Meta and Oakley’s new Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses are clearly aimed at athletes. Retailing at $499 and available for pre-order now (on sale Oct 21), they bring several upgrades over the earlier HSTN model to improve first-person action capture and outdoor use. Key features Camera: 12MP sensor with a 122° wide-angle lens, adjustable video stabilization, slow-motion and hyperlapse modes optimized for action footage. Design: Wraparound Oakley-style frames with centralized camera placement above the nose to reduce obstruction from helmets and hats. Battery: ~6 hours continuous music playback, ~9 hours mixed use; charging case adds ~36 hours. Durability: IP67 water and dust resistance; wider temperature optimization for better battery performance in hot/cold conditions. Audio: More powerful onboard speakers for clearer sound during…

Meta & Ray‑Ban: Ray‑Ban Meta Gen 2 Smart Glasses — $379 Meta and Ray‑Ban have launched the second‑generation Ray‑Ban Meta smart glasses. Below is a concise rundown of the features, pricing, availability and buying links. Key specs Price: $379 (US) Camera: 12 MP ultra‑wide Video: up to 3K Ultra HD (up to 60 fps) with HDR; hyperlapse & slow‑motion coming via updates Battery: up to ~8 hours on a single charge (typical use); charging case adds up to 48 hours; 50% charge in ~20 minutes Storage: 32 GB onboard Water resistance: IPX4 Frames: Wayfarer, Skyler, Headliner Lens options: regular, polarized (+$30), transitions (+$80), prescription (pricing varies) Availability Available now in: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Australia, UAE, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Switzerland and…

Tesla to redesign door handles after NHTSA probe The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation into Tesla after reporting that some of the automaker's electric door handles can stop working if a vehicle's low-voltage battery fails. That failure could create a safety hazard by preventing occupants from opening doors in an emergency. Tesla design chief Franz von Holzhausen told Bloomberg's Hot Pursuit! podcast that the company is considering a redesign that merges the electronic and manual release mechanisms into a single control. "The idea of combining the electronic one and the manual one together into one button, I think, makes a lot of sense," he said. This redesign comes amid increased NHTSA scrutiny of Tesla — the agency is also investigating how Tesla reports crashes involving…

Ambrosia Sky — Sci‑Fi Death Cleaning on Saturn’s Rings Ambrosia Sky, from indie studio Soft Rains, puts you in the boots of Dalia, a Scarab and a "death cleaner" tasked with clearing alien fungal contamination on the rings of Saturn. The game mixes first-person cleaning mechanics with investigation, ritualistic Death Rites, crafting, zero-gravity traversal and atmospheric storytelling. What to expect Play as Dalia, clearing alien fungus, avoiding hazards like fires and electrical interference. Harvest strange fungal fruit to upgrade your sprayer and craft new tools. Perform Death Rites: listen to Last Wills, sample DNA and cremate bodies with specialized spores for The Ambrosia Project. First-person exploration with zero-gravity sections, equipment upgrades and FPS elements. Story-driven, meditative take on mortality from Soft Rains' Kaitlin Tremblay (A Mortician's Tale). Demo & release…

iOS 26: What’s New, Which iPhones/iPads Are Compatible, and Should You Upgrade? Apple released iOS 26 alongside iPadOS 26. The update brings a major visual refresh called Liquid Glass, new features like Live Translate, a redesigned Phone app, polls in Messages, improved lock screen customization, and more. Below is a concise guide to compatibility and whether you should upgrade now or wait. Incompatible (dropped) iPhones iPhone XR (2018) iPhone XS (2018) iPhone XS Max (2018) iPhones compatible with iOS 26 Per Apple, iPhones announced in 2019 or later are supported. Highlights include: iPhone SE (2nd generation) and later iPhone 11 series and newer (iPhone 11 → iPhone 17, iPhone Air) For the full official list, see Apple’s compatibility page: Apple — iPhone models compatible with iOS 26. iPads compatible with…