Apple AirPods Pro's new hearing aid feature could help people face a problem they'd rather ignore

Millions who could benefit from hearing aids have never tried them

Health - ABC News - October 28

iOS 18.1 Is Here: Apple Intelligence, New Siri Look, AirPod Hearing Aids and More

If you’ve got an iPhone 15 Pro or any new 16 model, AI now summarizes notifications, cleans up photos and helps rewrite text.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 28

These Guys Hacked AirPods to Give Their Grandmas Hearing Aids

Three technologists in India used a homemade Faraday cage and a microwave oven to get around Apple’s location blocks.

Tech - Wired - November 13

Apple AirPods Pro 2 Drop To Their Lowest Price For Black Friday

Black Friday has kicked off early this month, and if you're looking for a deal on headsets and earbuds, you can pick up a set of Apple Airpods Pro 2 for $160 . This is the lowest price ever ...

Tech - GameSpot - 2 days ago

Apple MacBook Pro (M4, 2024): Specs, Features, Price, Release Date

The new 14- a16-inch laptops have some of the most powerful Apple silicon to date: the M4 Pro and M4 Max.

Tech - Wired - October 30

People Are Hooked on Costco Hearing Aids, and This Is Why

Devoted customers come for the free hearing aid cleanings and leave with full carts.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 2

The Top New Features in Apple’s iOS 18 and iPadOS 18

Apple is rolling out iOS 18.1 now with Apple Intelligence. Here are all the top new features and how to download it.

Tech - Wired - October 28

Apple updates MacBook Pro laptops with new chips, more memory for AI

Apple is making a significant upgrade to its lineup of computers to better support Apple Intelligence.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Apple updates MacBook Pro laptops with new chips, more memory for AI

Apple on Wednesday introduced new MacBook Pro laptops with updated processors, in what is likely the company’s last major hardware announcement of the year.

Apple's AI features roll out on iPhones - but not for all

The new features include notification summaries and tools to assist users in writing messages.

The 10 Best Features of Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1

Apple Intelligence is here. These are the best things you can do with it right now.

Business - Inc. - October 29

Apple and Google could face a competition probe over their huge mobile ecosystems in the UK

The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority's independent inquiry group recommended the watchdog investigates Apple and Google's activities in mobile ecosystems.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

12 Best Kids Headphones of 2024—With Features to Protect Your Kids Hearing

If you use screens for work and play, your child probably does too. These are the best pairs we’ve bought and tested for our own kids.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Manchester City 4-0Tottenham, Arsenal 5-0 Brighton: WSL and more – as it happened

Manchester City and Arsenal both recorded big wins over Spurs and Brighton respectively while Watford beat Oxford 1-0. Jobe Bellingham, younger brother of Jude, has received his first call-up to ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

What to know about Apple's AI features and who is eligible for them

Apple is gradually rolling out its new AI features it announced over the summer, including for email, Siri and an image tool. However, users will need an iPhone 15 pro or above to access the ...

Apple 24-inch iMac (2024): Specs, Release Date, Price, Features

The desktop computer has been upgraded with the latest M4 chip and USB-C accessories.

Tech - Wired - October 28

Apple to buy Pixelmator, the iPhone image editing app with AI features

Pixelmator said there "will be no material changes to the Pixelmator Pro, Pixelmator for iOS, and Photomator apps at this time."

Business - CNBC - November 1

Starbucks’ new CEO has diagnosed its problems. Analysts say the solutions could get expensive.

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol has laid out a bold turnaround plan for the coffee chain, with plans to tighten up service and redesign stores. But analysts are proceeding with caution.

Business - MarketWatch - November 1

Is Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Good for Games?

Apple claims its newest line of phones will let you play everything from Apple Arcade indies to AAA titles. It does, but don't expect a console-level experience.

Tech - Wired - November 4

Aid groups accuse Israel of ignoring US ultimatum on ‘apocalyptic’ Gaza crisis

US may soon impose sanctions as organisations say Israel has failed to help relieve dire humanitarian situation. A coalition of international aid organisations have accused Israel of ignoring a US ...

World - The Guardian - November 12

Don’t ignore Iran’s continued persecution of pro-democracy activists

The Iranian judiciary, acting as an arm of suppression rather than a pillar of justice, has begun resorting to increasingly harsh measures.

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Thanks to AI, Apple's China problem is only getting worse

As artificial intelligence reshapes the technological landscape, America's leading tech companies face a choice between their values and their profits.

Politics - The Hill - November 16

All the Top New Features in MacOS Sequoia

Apple Intelligence for the Mac is here via macOS 15.1. Here’s how to install it, get new features, and figure out whether your current Mac will support the latest capabilities.

Tech - Wired - October 28

Roblox announces new safety features for under-13s

The gaming platform has previously been criticised for allowing young users to be exposed to harmful content.

Xbox Is Getting An Exciting New Feature Soon, It Seems

It looks like Microsoft could soon roll out a new Xbox feature that allows users to stream Xbox games that are not currently available on Game Pass. Reporter Tom Warren shared images of the Xbox ...

Tech - GameSpot - 4 days ago

The Problem of Sorcery in Papua New Guinea

Tragedies in Papua New Guinea are often followed by accusations of sorcery and unspeakable acts of violence. That cycle has become more brutal in recent years.

Top stories - The New York Times - 8 hours ago

There Were Two Huge Problems Harris Could Not Escape

The curling theory of campaigns proves itself again.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 10

Losing Chet is a big problem. The fix could be 'small'

Oklahoma City showed that it has a plan and a blueprint to play without rim protector Chet Holmgren. It might not always work that way, though.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 12

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max review: totally maxed out

Even bigger titanium superphone packs very long battery life and great camera but Apple Intelligence isn’t killer feature. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is Apple’s latest superphone, with a massive screen, ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Apple MacBook Pro (16 Inch, 2024) Review: More Power

The M4 Pro CPU pushes the performance envelope. But when the only real competition you have is with yourself, what then?

Tech - Wired - November 7

Apple MacBook Pro M4 review: faster, better and cheaper

Chip, memory, battery and power upgrades add to laptop’s appeal along with new webcam and Apple Intelligence. Apple’s upgraded MacBook Pro for 2024 gets a significant power boost with the M4 chip, ...

World - The Guardian - November 8