Apple Sells Certified Refurbished 16-Inch MacBook Pros
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Apple now sells certified refurbished 16-inch MacBook Pros on its website, a model that was released in November 2019.
Lees meerCheck Out This Cellphone With a Rotary Dialer
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
In a world where smartphones are gateways to nearly anything you can imagine and constant distractions, Justine Haupt wanted a phone without distractions. That’s why she built the Rotary Cellphone. In place of a touchscreen it has a rotary dialer, a…
Lees meerAR Quick Look Lets Retailers Sell Products in Augmented Reality
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Apple is updating Quick Look, an AR feature to preview objects in the physical world. One feature could let retailers sell products.
Lees meerAI vs. Machine Learning, Thoughts on Our New Macs, Oak Island – ACM 525
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Bryan Chaffin and John Kheit discuss the difference between artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, including the state of both today. They also talk about their new Macs— John got a new 28-core Mac Pro, while Bryan has a new iMac—and whe…
Lees meer‘Data Protection Act’ Could Create US Data Protection Agency
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) proposed a bill called the Data Protection Act that would create a federal U.S. data protection agency.
Lees meerHuawei Backdoors, iPad Multitasking – TMO Daily Observations 2020-02-13
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Huawei’s access to 5G networks, and Bryan “shows” Split-Screen on iPad.
Lees meer‘Carkey’ API May Control Homekit Smart Lock
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
A ‘Carkey’ API appeared in the first beta version of iOS 13.4. However, a new patent application, reported on by AppleInsider, indicated the technology could have other uses, like a Homekit connected smart lock. The first beta of iOS 13.4 revealed t…
Lees meerSome Beijing Apple Stores Will Reopen Tomorrow
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Some Apple Stores in Beijing will reopen on Friday, 14 February, Reuters reported. However, customers are going to have to wear surgical masks. The retail outlet closure were extended on February 8 due to the spread of coronavirus. Its five stores i…
Lees meerReaddle Updates Spark For iOS And Mac
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
The macOS and iOS versions of Readdle’s Spark email app got an update this week, with useful new features added.
Lees meerMWC 2020 Cancelled Over Coronavirus Fears
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Mobile World Congress (MWC) is one of the highlights of the European, and indeed global, tech event calendar. But this year it has been canceled. The decision is due to concerns about the coronavirus outbreak, The Verge reported. After coronavirus t…
Lees meerMicrosoft Project XCloud Launches iOS Preview
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Users can now apply to test Microsofts Project XCloud game streaming service on iOS devices via the TestFlight program.
Lees meerMan Who Refused to Decrypt Hard Drives Free After Four Years
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Four years ago a federal judge held Francis Rawls in contempt when he refused to decrypt hard drives for police. The practical result is that, at least in federal court, someone can only be imprisoned for 18 months for refusing to open an encrypted…
Lees meerApple Could, And Should, Create Original Podcasts
donderdag 13 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Apple is now making original video content, but could it make original podcasts, a format its products basically invented, and, if so, how?
Lees meerRansomware Hackers Now Want Your Nudes
woensdag 12 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Security researchers discover a new form of blackmail from ransomware hackers: They demand nudes instead of money. While most ransomware strains require monetary compensation in return for a decryptor, Ransomwared is demanding a more unusual payment…
Lees meerWhy the Apple Watch Caught the Swiss Napping
woensdag 12 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
There’s an easy way to let Apple steal an entire industry from you. Fool yourself into complacency.
Lees meerDarkroom Photo Editor Latest to Go Subscription
woensdag 12 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Darkroom is the latest app to move to a subscription model. It affects new users only, and current users won’t lose their premium features they paid for. For new users, Darkroom will cost $3.99 per month or $19.99 per year. And there is still a one…
Lees meerCalm – The App For Meditation, Mindfulness, And Sleep That Actually Works
woensdag 12 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
Wellness, and associated things like meditation and yoga, are big business for app makers. Honestly, I’ve always been rather skeptical. However, I finally downloaded Calm and really like it. The app is not new. Apple named it ‘App of the Year’ in 20…
Lees meerThis Desktop Hub Features 2 SmartCharging USB Ports and 2 Outlets for Charging: $18.99
woensdag 12 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
We have a deal on the SURGE DUO Dual USB & Dual Surge Charging Station, which features two outlets and two USB ports with a small footprint on your desk. The USB ports have built-in SmartCharge which automatically detects your device and gives out …
Lees meerSwift Playgrounds on macOS, AirPod Domination – TMO Daily Observations 2020-02-12
woensdag 12 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen) Andrew Orr and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Swift Playgrounds coming to macOS and what makes AirPods Pro so wonderful.
Lees meerNew Mac Pro Facing Lengthy Delivery Delays
woensdag 12 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
The new Mac Pro is facing delivery delays, according to MacRumors. This is down to the coronavirus outbreak closing Chinese manufacturing plants. In many European countries, for example, the base model without any customizations is currently estimat…
Lees meerGoogle and EU Engage in Courtroom Battle
woensdag 12 februari 2020 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)
The EU and Google continue their court battle with a clash over internet power. Furthermore, the internet giant argued that fines against it went too far. Bloomberg News has a rundown of what happened in the Luxembourg courtroom. As many as seven b…
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