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ChatGPT App Store launches — Apple Music joins 50+ apps OpenAI has officially launched the ChatGPT App Store, opening access to more than 50 third‑party applications integrated directly into ChatGPT. Among the initial apps, Apple Music is confirmed as an available integration after an earlier premature mention online. The App Store lets users run services and access content without leaving the ChatGPT interface. Apple Music integration promises in‑chat music discovery and playback controls for subscribers, alongside other utility and productivity apps. What you need to know Launch scope: The App Store debuts with 50+ apps spanning music, productivity, utilities and more. Apple Music: Enables music discovery and basic playback control from inside ChatGPT for users who link their Apple Music accounts. Access: Apps are available via the ChatGPT interface at…

ChatGPT App Store launches — Apple Music joins 50+ apps OpenAI has officially launched the ChatGPT App Store, offering more than 50 third‑party applications integrated directly into ChatGPT. After an earlier premature hint that appeared online, the platform’s Apple Music integration is now confirmed as one of the available apps. The App Store aims to extend ChatGPT’s capabilities by letting users run services, access content and control apps without leaving the chat interface. Apple Music joins other familiar integrations to let subscribers discover and play music, manage playback, or pull song information from within ChatGPT. What you need to know Launch scope: The App Store opens with 50+ apps covering music, productivity, utilities and more. Apple Music integration: Enables music discovery and playback controls from inside ChatGPT for users with…

LG Sound Suite: Dolby Atmos FlexConnect brings modular home audio to CES 2026 LG and Dolby have announced the LG Sound Suite, a modular speaker lineup debuting ahead of CES 2026. The family includes the H7 soundbar, M7 and M5 wireless surround speakers and the W7 subwoofer. Modules can be combined in more than two dozen configurations — from a simple stereo pair to a full 13.1.7 channel setup. The headline feature is Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, Dolby’s system for optimizing immersive sound regardless of where wireless speakers are placed. FlexConnect is designed to compensate for odd room layouts, limited outlet locations or other placement constraints, and this is the first time Dolby is bringing FlexConnect to a soundbar — when the H7 is the lead device, the suite will apply…

FIFA’s first post‑EA football sim will be a Netflix Games exclusive The Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is partnering with Netflix to release the organization’s first major simulation-style football game since the split with EA. Developed and published by Delphi Interactive, the title will be a Netflix Games exclusive and is slated to arrive in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Delphi Interactive describes the project as a reimagined FIFA simulation designed for broad accessibility: the game will let players use a smartphone as a controller, aiming to be easy for "anyone, anywhere" to pick up and play. That emphasis on approachability suggests the title may prioritize pick-up-and-play appeal over the deep simulation mechanics longtime EA fans expect. Why this is notable Major rights shift: FIFA’s move to…

Behringer UB-1 Micro: a $49 portable analog synth that sounds massive Behringer has launched the UB-1 Micro (formerly called the Spirit), an ultra‑affordable portable analog synth inspired by the Oberheim Matrix line. Priced at just $49, the UB-1 Micro promises a surprisingly full sound for the money, packing features you don’t usually expect at this price point. The UB-1 Micro includes two digitally controlled oscillators (DCOs) based on the Oberheim Matrix 6 analog architecture, two LFOs for filter and tuning modulation, and an arpeggiator with three patterns plus a hold function. It can operate in mono or duophonic modes and comes with 32 factory presets that are expandable through Behringer’s SynthTribe software. Key specs Price: $49 Oscillators: 2 DCOs (Oberheim Matrix‑inspired) Modulation: 2 LFOs Arpeggiator: 3 patterns + hold Keys…

Oscars to stream exclusively on YouTube starting in 2029 The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that the Oscars will air exclusively on YouTube beginning in 2029. The longstanding broadcast partnership with ABC will continue through the Academy’s 100th anniversary in 2028, after which the ceremony will move to the streaming platform. This marks a major shift for one of entertainment’s most high-profile live events, moving from a traditional network broadcast model to a global streaming-first distribution. The announcement signals how legacy media and awards shows are adapting to changing viewer habits and the growing dominance of digital platforms. Key details Exclusivity: The Oscars will be exclusively available on YouTube starting in 2029; ABC will continue to broadcast the show through 2028. Timing: The change aligns with…

macOS 26.2 refreshes Apple Music’s MiniPlayer with Liquid Glass styling Apple’s macOS 26.2 update brings a visual refresh to the Apple Music MiniPlayer, aligning it with the system’s newer “Liquid Glass” design language. The compact player now looks sleeker and more consistent with the rest of the OS UI, while keeping the same shortcut to toggle it: Alt + Command + M. The MiniPlayer remains a lightweight way to control playback without opening the full Music app. With this update Apple focused on visual polish — rounded translucency, softened highlights and improved contrast — so the small control feels less obtrusive and more integrated with the desktop. What changed Visual overhaul to match Liquid Glass aesthetics: more translucency and smoother surfaces. Same functionality and keyboard shortcut (Alt + ⌘ +…

007 First Light: IO Interactive reimagines James Bond as a young, reckless spy IO Interactive—the studio behind Hitman—is taking its expertise in open‑ended, sandbox gameplay to the James Bond universe with 007 First Light. The game casts a young, inexperienced James Bond (played by Patrick Gibson) in an origin story that emphasizes social infiltration, player agency and a mix of stealthy sandbox levels with high‑octane set pieces. The developer promises missions that "breathe": tightly designed sandbox locations where you can choose social approaches, stealth or brute force, plus levels built around chases and set‑piece encounters. The team wants players to feel Bond’s charisma and resourcefulness — whether bluffing past guards, charming targets, or sneaking through tight spaces. Cast, characters and villains James Bond: Patrick Gibson portrays a younger, brash Bond…

WristSpeed Pro brings real‑time GPS speed to the Apple Watch WristSpeed Pro is a new Apple Watch app focused on a single, practical task: displaying your current GPS‑measured speed in real time directly on your wrist. The app runs on the watch itself and does not require a paired iPhone to show speed, making it convenient for on‑the‑go activities. The app is aimed at users who need a quick speed readout while they move — cyclists, runners, e‑scooter riders and anyone who wants an unobtrusive speedometer on their wrist. Because it uses the watch’s GPS, you can check speed without pulling out your phone. Main features Real‑time GPS speed: Shows your current speed directly on the watch face or within the app interface. Standalone operation: Works without a connected iPhone…

Monarch Money: 50% off first year with code MONARCHVIP — $50 for new users Monarch Money is offering a limited-time promotion: new users can get 50% off their first year by entering code MONARCHVIP at checkout. That reduces the annual price to $50 for the first 12 months (regularly $100). The deal is aimed at people who want to review their finances and set budgets for the coming year. Monarch was a runner-up in our guide to the best budgeting apps of 2025. It’s feature-rich and highly customizable, with strong tools for setting goals, sharing account access with others, and generating detailed month-in-review reports. However, the app can feel complicated initially and the mobile experience is sometimes less intuitive than the web version. Deal details Offer: 50% off first year…