News Summary Apple Music for Christmas: Exclusive Songs to Convince Subscriptions Publish Date: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 13:22:49 +0000 Apple Music has released a special collection of reinterpretations of well-known Christmas songs exclusively available on its platform. The selection, offering a fresh take on classic holiday melodies, was recorded by a group of international artists in spatial 3D audio. This release features two main playlists: "Christmas Songs: Cover Versions" with pop and indie artists and "Classical Christmas Songs Rediscovered" with classical musicians. Apple Music also offers seven additional playlists covering various moods, from "Holiday Piano" to "A Very Gospel Christmas," available exclusively with a subscription. X: Blocked Users Can Still Read Posts Publish Date: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:03:16 +0000 After being acquired by Elon Musk and renamed X, the…

Anker SOLIX C200 DC: Portable Power Station Expands Camping Portfolio Accessory provider Anker has begun sales of the SOLIX C200 in the United States, enhancing its range of portable power stations in the low-capacity category. The new model has a capacity of 192 watt-hours, can charge up to five devices simultaneously, and supports charging through solar panels, though it requires compatible Anker panels for optimal use. It is priced at $170. Read more After Insolvency: Thalia May Acquire buecher.de The Thalia group has received approval from the German Federal Cartel Office to acquire the insolvent online retailer buecher.de. The acquisition will allow Thalia to continue existing operations, including customer relationships and domain rights, without significantly shifting market power due to Amazon's dominant position. Read more Apple Vision Pro: New Headband,…

FBI warns voters about inauthentic videos relating to election security Published: Sat, 02 Nov 2024 18:51:09 +0000 The FBI has issued a warning about fraudulent videos circulating before the elections. Two videos falsely claiming FBI involvement in election security issues are identified, designed to spread disinformation and undermine trust in the electoral system. The FBI is actively collaborating with state and local authorities to ensure election integrity, emphasizing the threat these misleading contents pose to the democratic process. Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 drop to $179 in this early Black Friday deal Published: Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:13:57 +0000 Amazon offers a notable deal on Apple’s AirPods Pro 2, reducing the price by 28% to $179. These earbuds now include new features such as hearing health tools, gesture-based Siri interactions, and…

Optimize Apple TV App Settings Apple TV usually works well out of the box, but adjusting the settings can be beneficial, especially for things like audio language preferences. The TV app's settings can be configured to display desired content on the home screen's top shelf, turn off autoplay for videos, and suppress background video sound. Apple Music on Apple TV also offers customization options for its "Top Shelf". New Audio Mode for ChatGPT on Mac The "Advanced Audio Mode" for ChatGPT, already available on mobile, has now been launched on desktop for Mac, allowing for continuous voice interactions. This feature requires a paid ChatGPT Plus subscription and offers versatile voice options, enhancing the utility of ChatGPT for learning and communication beyond traditional assistants like Siri and Alexa. New MacBook Pro…

News Summary (October 30, 2024) Proton VPN Now Available on Apple TV The Proton team has expanded its VPN offering with an app for Apple TV. Users can now bypass regional restrictions or enhance privacy when using Apple TV. The VPN connections reroute through service providers' servers to give new IP addresses, thus hiding users' true locations, although complete anonymity is not guaranteed. Read more macOS 15.1 Introduces New Window Management Settings macOS Sequoia 15.1 brings two new options for desktop and dock settings, addressing issues with mouse gestures for full-screen mode and Mission Control view. Users can now choose their preference for these actions to avoid accidental triggers, providing a smoother Mac experience. Read more Thunderbolt 5: Up to 120 Gbit/s with Suitable Cable Apple's new Mac mini supports…

Tatort-Game des SWR geht in die zweite Runde Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:00:12 +0000 The SWR has released a new Tatort game, featuring the investigative team from Ludwigshafen. Players assume roles of investigators, working to solve a murder in a correctional facility alongside TV detectives Lena Odenthal and Johanna Stern. This follows the Tatort episode "Dein gutes Recht." Amazon Prime Video: The New Arrivals for November 2024 Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:44:51 +0000 Amazon Prime Video plans a varied program in November, including dramas, crime thrillers, and true-crime documentaries. Highlights include the film Libre and the series Alex Cross. A range of new series and films will be available throughout the month. Apple Intelligence: Mac Waitlist Available in Germany Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:33:36 +0000 Apple has…

News Summary News Summary Perplexity AI: AI Search Engine Now with Native Mac Application Perplexity AI, a tool combining research, search engine, and AI text generation, has released a native desktop application for Mac users, fulfilling its promise with a slight delay. Available on the Mac App Store since October 24, the app brings additional features like "Pro Search" and "Thread Follow-Up" for enhanced user interaction. Users can opt for a paid subscription for more features, at 22 euros per month or 229 euros per year. Ahead of Mac Week: These Are Apple's Current Prices There's uncertainty about which new Macs Apple will introduce next week, though a 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 chip, new iMac, and updated Mac mini are anticipated. Apple usually takes its online store offline during…

Apple TV: Messi's Playoff Debut to be Broadcast for Free Lionel Messi, one of the world's best soccer players, is set to make his debut in the Major League Soccer (MLS) playoffs this Friday. This game will be free to watch on Apple TV's MLS Season Pass. Messi will play for Inter Miami CF against Atlanta United FC in the first round of the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs 2024. Read more What's New on Netflix: Coming in November 2024 Netflix has announced its new content for November, featuring the second season of the drama series "The Empress," the children's film "Spellbound," and the new series "Senna." Notably, a live boxing event between Mike Tyson and Paul Jake will be streamed on November 16. Read more Marantz Horizon: Network Speakers with…

"Mehrwertsteuer geschenkt": MediaMarkt excludes Apple products MediaMarkt, a major electronics retailer, is launching a "No VAT" campaign from October 24-28, offering a 15.966% discount on various products online and in-store. Apple products, among others like AVM, Samsung, and Miele, are excluded. Read more BOOX Palma 2: Second-generation compact e-reader launches BOOX announces the Palma 2, featuring a 6.13-inch screen and powered by Android 13 with an octa-core CPU. It supports a variety of document formats, offers enhanced performance, and has a fingerprint scanner. Available in two colors for 300 euros. Read more Screen flickering on macOS 15 Sequoia potentially due to Adaptive Sync Users report screen flickering issues after upgrading to macOS 15 Sequoia, particularly with external monitors. The problem may be linked to Adaptive Sync technology and involves other…

Ecovacs launches DEEBOT N30 PRO OMNI: ECOVACS, a leading provider of smart vacuum robots, has introduced the DEEBOT N30 PRO OMNI, a new budget-friendly vacuum-mop robot, aiming to attract price-conscious users who value modern features. Priced at €699, this model offers a suction power of 10,000 Pa, a running time of up to 320 minutes, a 3.5-liter water tank, and hot air drying mops. Available for immediate purchase. Read more Audible offers three months at €0.99 each: Following updates on Disney+'s subscription changes, Audible continues to offer a promotional subscription for three months at €0.99 each, significantly lower than the usual monthly fee of €9.95. This offer targets new users and returning subscribers, allowing cancellation any time. Read more November releases on Paramount+: Paramount+ has announced its November programming, featuring…