### 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.…

--- # Sora: ChatGPT Can Now Generate Photorealistic Videos In the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI), it seems like each day brings a significant breakthrough, a new product, or an expansion of existing capabilities. Hot on the heels of Google's unveiling of Gemini 1.5, the AI experts at OpenAI responsible for the ChatGPT chatbot have announced their latest feat: Sora, the first AI model capable of creating realistic video sequences from simple text inputs. As of now, Sora isn't available for general use, but the example videos published on the project's webpage are already generating widespread amazement. These video sequences, showcasing scenarios like a woman taking an evening stroll through Tokyo, a jeep navigating off-road trails, or a leisurely walkthrough of an art gallery, were all generated from nothing…

# Astropad Slate: Transform Your iPad into a Mac Trackpad Astro HQ, a well-known software provider, has recently launched an innovative iPad application named Astropad Slate, which effectively turns your Apple tablet into an oversized trackpad for your Mac. This new tool not only allows the Apple Pencil to be used as a drawing device but also enhances the overall connectivity and functionality between your iPad and Mac. Available for a one-time purchase of €23, Astropad Slate requires the download and installation of a companion application on your Mac, which, fortunately, is provided for free on the company’s website. ## Drawing, Typing, and Mouse Movements Astropad Slate presents an array of four input modes to cater to various user needs. Beyond the traditional touchscreen gestures that are performed simply using…

### Twitter Blocks Nitter: No Access Without an Account In a move that may disappoint privacy-conscious users and those hoping to avoid the platform's tracking and advertisement mechanisms, Twitter has effectively blocked Nitter, an alternative way to access its content without directly using the platform. Nitter, an online project developed in the past two years, provided users with a simpler, privacy-focused interface to read Twitter's content, formerly known as X. This open-source interface was vital for users who wished to engage with Twitter content without subjecting themselves to tracking, sponsored posts, and other unnecessary elements commonly found on the official Twitter interface. Nitter showcased individual postings and threads in a clean, straightforward reading view. One of the key features of Nitter was that it wasn’t just a single website; it…

**New York Takes a Stand Against Social Media Giants for Their Impact on Youth Mental Health** In an unprecedented move, New York City has filed a lawsuit against five major social media platforms – TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and YouTube – citing their detrimental influence on the mental health of its younger population. This bold step, taken under the leadership of Mayor Eric Adams, aims not only to hold these corporations accountable for their actions but also to involve them financially in addressing the associated public health crisis. **Social Media: The New Age Epidemic Comparable to Cigarettes** The comparison between the impact of social media on youth and the historically documented perils of tobacco and firearms couldn't be starker or more alarming. In recognition of the growing menace, the U.S.…