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The Apple Watch could be the next great Game Boy emulator

Emulators on Apple Watch could be a future gaming trend.

Apple's allowance for emulators on the App Store may open doors for developers. [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

I hate my Apple Watch when it rains

Apple Watch provides convenient features like payment options and water resistance up to a certain depth.

Humidity or rain can disrupt Apple Watch functionality, particularly the capacitive touch screen. [ more ]

Mail Online

Apple Watch users report ghost glitch - what to do if you're affected

Apple Watch users are experiencing a 'ghost touch' glitch that causes the screen to act as if it is being tapped or swiped without any input.

There is no official fix from Apple, but a forced restart may resolve the issue. [ more ]

Wareable

Apple is investigating 'ghost touches' on Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches - Wareable

Apple is investigating a touch-related fault on some Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 screens.

Users are reporting 'false touches' or 'ghost touches' on their displays, leading to unexpected behavior. [ more ]

Engadget

How to use Apple Pay on your iPhone for contactless payments

Apple Pay is a convenient and secure way to make payments using your iPhone or Apple Watch.

Not all retail stores support Apple Pay, so it's important to look for the tap-to-pay logo or ask Siri for nearby locations that accept the service. [ more ]

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Artificial intelligence

Fast Company

4 days ago

Artificial intelligence

Could the Apple Watch morph into a personal AI device?

Apple Watch has advantages over Humane's Ai Pin in terms of AI capabilities and ecosystem. [ more ]

Engadget

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Artificial intelligence

The Morning After: Microsoft's big bet on AI in 2023

Microsoft, a notoriously conservative and slow-moving giant, is bringing artificial intelligence right into the heart of Windows.

Gadgets 360

1 week ago

Apple Is Working on a Drowning Alert Feature for Apple Watch

Apple Watch may alert nearby users if wearer is in distress underwater. [ more ]

Wareable

1 week ago

Apple Watch X could add drowning detection - Wareable

Apple is planning a digital lifeguard feature for the Apple Watch to send SOS signals for rescue during swimming by detecting irregular behavior. [ more ]

Wareable

2 weeks ago

Apple Watch and AI used in Stanford study to help identify CRPS triggers in children - Wareable

Using Apple Watch to identify triggers of pain episodes in children with CRPS for developing coping strategies.

Study focuses on children aged 8-17, collecting physiological and environmental data for analysis. [ more ]

Gadgets 360

1 month ago

Apple Scraps microLED Watch Ultra Project, Lays off Employees: Ming-Chi Kuo

Apple has cancelled microLED Apple Watch Ultra project due to production costs and value concerns. [ more ]

Wareable

5 Apple Watch Workout tricks you probably didn't know - Wareable

The Pacer feature in the Workout app on Apple Watch helps set and meet running goals.

Stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to discovering new features on the Apple Watch. [ more ]

Wareable

5 Apple Watch heart features you might have missed - Wareable

Apple Watch features are life-saving, particularly in heart rate detection and irregular rhythm monitoring.

Users can adjust notification thresholds for heart rate alerts and activate ECG feature for heart rhythm checks. [ more ]

Wareable

How to fix Apple Watch 'ghost touches' - and which smartwatch versions are affected - Wareable

Apple is investigating 'ghost touches' on various smartwatch models like Series 7, 8, and Ultra.

Users are advised to update and reset the devices as a solution instead of replacing them. [ more ]

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1 month ago

Ergonomic Apple Watch band puts the smartwatch on the back of your hand - Yanko Design

Smartwatch accessory ErgonBand moves watch to back of hand for easy viewing without wrist twisting.

Ergonomic design caters to athletes and active users, addressing wrist pain from constant wrist twisting to view smartwatch. [ more ]

Wareable

Apple Watch X: Tracking the latest rumors and release date predictions - Wareable

Apple is planning something big for the upcoming Apple Watch release, potentially called Apple Watch X or Series 10.

Rumors suggest a potential design refresh and a shift in naming conventions for the 10th anniversary of the smartwatch. [ more ]

Wareable

How to use Google Maps on the Apple Watch - Wareable

Google Maps is available as a dedicated app on the Apple Watch.

To use Google Maps on the Apple Watch, you need to ensure that your device meets the software requirements and has the necessary settings enabled. [ more ]

Wareable

How to use Google Maps on the Apple Watch - Wareable

Google Maps is available as a dedicated app on the Apple Watch.

To use Google Maps on the Apple Watch, you need to ensure that your device meets the software requirements and has the necessary settings enabled. [ more ]

Wareable

How to download apps to the Apple Watch - Wareable

To install new apps on your Apple Watch, you can use the App Store app on the watch or the Watch app on your iPhone.

To delete apps from your Apple Watch, you can either tap-hold the app icon on the watch or go to the Watch app on your iPhone. [ more ]

Gadgets 360

Apple Reportedly Spent Years Trying to Bring Its Apple Watch to Android

Apple considered Apple Watch support for Android phones, but technical limitations led to the plans being dropped.

US DoJ lawsuit accuses Apple of violating antitrust laws including restricting Apple Watch to iPhone and iMessage exclusivity. [ more ]

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Apple Watch users are losing a popular health app after court's ruling in patent case

Apple will no longer be able to measure blood oxygen levels on the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 models due to a patent case loss.

Customers in the U.S. who purchase these watches will still see the Blood Oxygen app but will receive a message saying the feature is no longer available. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

U.S. Moves Closer to Filing Sweeping Antitrust Case Against Apple

The Justice Department is investigating Apple for potential antitrust violations.

The investigation is focused on Apple's control over its hardware and software, such as how the Apple Watch works with other brands and how Apple locks competitors out of its iMessage service. [ more ]

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The late-nightemail to Tim Cook that set the Apple Watch saga in motion

By Mark Gurman | Bloomberg At about 1 a.m. California time in 2013, a scientist emailed Apple Inc.

Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook with an irresistible pitch.

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Entrepreneur

This PowerBand for the Apple Watch Is on Sale for $39.99 Through February 19 | Entrepreneur

The PowerBand for the Apple Watch is on sale for $39.99 (reg. $49) until February 19.

The PowerBand comes with a built-in MagSafe-compatible charger and a comfortable nylon weave band. [ more ]

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Top 10 Apple Watch Accessories To Give Your Beloved Smartwatch A Super Cool Revamp - Yanko Design

The Apple Watch is a popular smartwatch globally.

There are innovative and nifty accessories available for Apple Watch enthusiasts. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Every Single Sensor inside the Apple Vision Pro and What It's Individually Designed To Do - Yanko Design

For a $3,499 USD device that's designed to replace your phone, laptop, watch, tablet, television, and even your mouse, you bet that Apple's Vision Pro is absolutely crammed with sensors that track you, your movements, eyesight, gestures, voice commands, and your position in space.As per Apple's own announcement, the Vision Pro has as many as 14 cameras on the inside and outside, 1 LiDAR scanner, and multiple IR and invisible LED illuminators to help it get a sense of where you are and what you're doing.

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Apple Vision Pro Just Brilliantly Destroyed Meta's Entire Hardware Business... And Possibly Even Its Own - Yanko Design

I'd really hate to be Mark Zuckerberg right now.In October 2021 he pivoted to the metaverse, only to pivot to AI in November 2022.Now, Apple's Vision Pro stole his massive lead with a product so revolutionary, it's probably going to crush his entire hardware ambitions.Apple just announced the Vision Pro, an entirely new revolutionary product category, with a Mixed Reality headset that champions what they call "spatial computing" - an upgrade from the personal computing abilities of the laptop and smartphone.

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What to Know About the Various Legal Disputes Over the Apple Watch

A U.S. federal appeals court dismissed a lawsuit claiming Apple had illegally monopolized the heart-monitoring app market for the Apple Watch.

Apple stated that the outcome confirms their ability to improve important capabilities of the Apple Watch and that it is not anticompetitive. [ more ]

WIRED

Apple Beats an Apple Watch Lawsuit

Apple wins dismissal of antitrust lawsuit over heart rate apps for Apple Watch

AliveCor plans to appeal the ruling and has another ongoing suit regarding the ECG sensor [ more ]

Gadgets 360

Apple Watch Ultra With microLED Display Could Show Up by the End of 2026

Apple's transition to microLED display technology for the Apple Watch series has been delayed due to supply chain issues.

The cost of producing a 2-inch microLED display is four times higher than producing an OLED panel, impacting Apple's revenue from the product. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Wellness

The Apple Watch May Have a Calorie Problem

The Apple Watch's red 'Move' ring can be challenging to close and track calories burned through movement.

Wearing a fitness tracker like the Apple Watch can reorient your daily life toward meeting activity goals. [ more ]

Design Milk

Twelve South's Dual MagSafe Charger Creates a Butterfly Effect

Twelve South's Butterfly 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger is a favorite travel accessory.

The charger is compact, elegantly designed, and folds out to reveal dual MagSafe charging pads. [ more ]

TechCrunch

VR needs to build for its best use cases - not for all-around computing | TechCrunch

Apple's marketing approach for the Vision Pro is similar to the Apple Watch launch.

The company is trying to identify key use cases to drive consumer interest. [ more ]

Ars Technica

Apple Watch no longer sold with blood oxygen monitoring after patent battle loss

Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 will no longer have blood oxygen level monitoring.

Apple's import ban appeal for the smartwatches has been denied by the US Court of Appeals. [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Apple just removed the blood oxygen sensor from some Apple Watch models. Here's why

Apple has disabled the blood oxygen sensor on select models of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch Series 9 in the United States due to a legal dispute with medical device maker Masimo.

Customers who purchase these models in the United States will still have the hardware for the sensor, but it will not work.

The ban on selling Apple Watches with the blood oxygen sensor in the United States remains in place while Apple appeals the ruling. [ more ]

Cbsnews

Appeals court clears way for U.S. sales ban on 2 Apple Watch models to be revived

A federal appeals court has revived a U.S. sales ban on Apple's premium watches in a patent dispute with Masimo.

The ruling means that Apple may have to pull the devices from stores for the second time in less than a month.

The appeals process is expected to take at least a year, forcing Apple to redesign the devices or stop selling them in the U.S. through 2024. [ more ]

WIRED

The Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 Ban Is Back On

Apple has been ordered to stop selling the current versions of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 due to a patent dispute.

The dispute revolves around a patent for the blood-oxygen sensor technology used in the watches, with medical technology company Masimo alleging that Apple infringed on its patents. [ more ]

The Verge

Apple Watch drops blood oxygen features to dodge the import ban

The blood oxygen feature is being removed from the new Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 devices.

Apple won an appeal against a ban on the watches and has made modifications to remove the infringing feature. [ more ]

Engadget

Apple will remove Blood Oxygen app from Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 to evade US import ban

Apple can bypass an import ban on Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 by removing the Blood Oxygen app from devices sold in the US.

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) determined that Apple's redesigned Watch Products do not contain pulse oximetry functionality. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Apple to halt sales of some Apple Watches in US over patent dispute

Apple plans to stop selling Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 in the US due to a patent dispute with medical maker Masimo over its blood oxygen feature.

The decision to remove these popular products comes ahead of a ruling by the International Trade Commission and Apple is taking preemptive steps to comply if the ruling stands. [ more ]

The Verge

Apple Watches without banned blood oxygen features will go on sale Thursday morning

Apple is appealing the decision made by the US International Trade Commission (USITC).

Apple is taking steps to comply with the ruling by introducing a version of Apple Watch without the Blood Oxygen feature. [ more ]

Mail Online

Apple will be BANNED from selling smartwatches in the US TOMORROW

Apple's request to pause the ban on selling Apple Watches in the US has been rejected by a federal court.

The ban specifically targets Apple Watches with the blood oxygen feature, affecting models released in 2022. [ more ]

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Clockwise #537: All I Found Were Three Apple TV Remotes - Relay FM

External linking on the App Store

The removal of the blood oxygen sensor

The decline of physical media [ more ]

Wareable

How to use Google Maps on the Apple Watch - Wareable

Google Maps is available as a dedicated app on the Apple Watch.

To use Google Maps on the Apple Watch, you need to ensure that your device meets the software requirements and has the necessary settings enabled. [ more ]

Wareable

How to connect Bluetooth headphones to the Apple Watch - Wareable

Pairing your Apple Watch with Bluetooth headphones or speakers allows for wireless music playback without the iPhone.

Pairing is straightforward and can be done by following step-by-step instructions in the Apple Watch's settings. [ more ]

Wareable

How to download apps to the Apple Watch - Wareable

To install new apps on your Apple Watch, you can use the App Store app on the watch or the Watch app on your iPhone.

To delete apps from your Apple Watch, you can either tap-hold the app icon on the watch or go to the Watch app on your iPhone. [ more ]

KnowYourMobile

Streamline Your Apple Watch: Step-by-Step App Deletion Guide

What You Will Learn About Deleting Apps on Apple Watch

How to access the app grid on Apple Watch and navigate through it.

Ars Technica

Apple Watch redesigned without blood oxygen monitoring to avoid import ban

Apple has developed a software workaround to strip its current smartwatches of their controversial blood oxygen monitoring capabilities in case of an import ban.

If Apple's appeal against the US International Trade Commission's ruling is denied, they will release watches without the ability to monitor blood oxygen levels. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Redesigned Apple Watch not subject to import ban, US officials determine

US Customs and Border Protection has determined that Apple's redesigned Apple Watch is not subject to an import ban.

The import ban, issued by the US International Trade Commission (ITC), applies to Apple's current Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches and stems from a patent infringement dispute with the medical-monitoring technology company Masimo. [ more ]

The Verge

Apple might be the next Big Tech company facing antitrust charges in the US

The US Department of Justice is reportedly in the late stages of an investigation into Apple's alleged anticompetitive practices.

The investigation is focusing on Apple's blocking of rivals from using iMessage and its preferential treatment of the Apple Watch with the iPhone. [ more ]

Wareable

How to download apps to the Apple Watch - Wareable

To install new apps on your Apple Watch, you can use the App Store app on the watch or the Watch app on your iPhone.

To delete apps from your Apple Watch, you can either tap-hold the app icon on the watch or go to the Watch app on your iPhone. [ more ]

Engadget

Apple is selling its contested Watch models again after import ban pause

The Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 wearables are back on sale after a federal appeals court granted a temporary pause on an import and sales ban.

The ban could be reinstated on January 10 or January 13 depending on decisions made by the International Trade Commission (ITC). [ more ]

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The Verge

Apple is now selling Apple Watches on its website again

Apple has resumed selling the latest Apple Watches on its website after a federal appeals court paused a sales and import ban.

New York Post

Left-wing politics

Apple Watch ban will boost Biden mega-donor who president calls 'one of my closest friends'

A Democratic mega-donor, Joe Kiani, who is a close supporter of President Biden, stands to benefit from a ban on the latest version of Apple Watches.

Apple is fighting to overturn the ban, which was upheld by the president. [ more ]

GSMArena.com

Apple can resume selling latest watches as sales ban is temporarily paused

Apple was banned from selling Apple Watches in the US featuring SpO2 (blood oxygen level) sensors following a patent dispute with medical technology company Masimo.

The Verge

Apple resumes Apple Watch sales after ban is paused

Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 will be available again in some physical Apple stores starting today, with wider availability on Saturday.

Sales were paused due to a federal appeals court ban after Apple was found to have violated patents from medical device maker Masimo. [ more ]

GSMArena.com

The best smartwatches of 2023

Smartwatches are quietly becoming one of the must-have personal devices for any modern person.

Gadgets 360

Apple Watch Upgrades in 2024 Said to Include These New Health Features

Apple analyst Mark Gurman suggests that upcoming Apple Watch models will likely include features such as hypertension and sleep apnea detection.

These new features are expected to make future Apple Watch models more appealing to customers and provide a stronger incentive to upgrade. [ more ]

The Verge

Apple Watch ban temporarily paused

Apple has won a temporary pause of the Apple Watch ban that went into effect on Tuesday.

Theregister

Apple's timepiece turmoil continues with fresh appeal

The game of patent ping-pong over the Apple Watch and Ultra 2 has continued as the phone maker filed an appeal over an import ban of the devices into the US.

Wareable

How to use Family Setup on the Apple Watch - Wareable

Family Setup on the Apple Watch is the best way to add some protections to the smartwatch, such as requiring approval before purchasing apps or sharing contacts.

Gadgets 360

Apple Watch Sales Ban in the US Now Official, Company Files Appeal

The US has officially banned the import and sale of Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 models after US President Biden's administration declined to veto an agency's decision to restrict the wearables.

Wareable

How to tell which Apple Watch you have: Find your model number with these steps - Wareable

Given that there are often very few differences between Apple Watch generations, it can sometimes be pretty tricky to know which you actually have on your wrist.

Wareable

How to tell which Apple Watch you have: Find your model number with these steps - Wareable

Given that there are often very few differences between Apple Watch generations, it can sometimes be pretty tricky to know which you actually have on your wrist.

Engadget

Apple appeals ban on Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2

Apple has filed an appeal to the International Trade Commission (ITC) attempting to reverse a ban on US sales of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2, according to court records.

ABC7 San Francisco

Apple Watch ban: Company no longer selling the newest versions in US amid patent dispute

The clock has wound down on the newest Apple Watch after President Joe Biden declined to issue a last-minute, emergency action to keep the best-selling smartwatch on store shelves.

Mail Online

Apple BANNED from selling Watches in the US starting this week

Apple is banned from selling Apple Watches in the US due to a patent infringement lawsuit on biomarker technology.

Sales of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 will be banned online starting December 21 and from Apple retail locations after December 24. [ more ]

Wareable

Apple to halt sales of Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 in patent row - Wareable

Apple is halting the sales of its flagship Apple Watch models in the US due to a patent dispute with medical technology company Masimo.

The dispute centers around patents regarding the SpO2 sensor on the Apple Watch. [ more ]

The Verge

Apple to pull Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 this week due to ITC ban

Apple will stop selling the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 after December 21st to comply with a preemptive import ban following a patent dispute with Masimo.

The ban only affects the flagship Series 9 and Ultra 2 models within the US, while previous models and the Apple Watch SE remain unaffected. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Graphic design

Apple Watch Ultra 2 review: rugged superwatch is even better than before

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is an upgraded version of the highly acclaimed Apple Watch Ultra, aiming to be one of the best smartwatches available.

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 features a brighter display and is made of 95% recycled titanium, aligning with Apple's commitment to sustainability. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Apple Watch Ultra 2 review: rugged superwatch is even better than before

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is an upgraded version of the highly acclaimed Apple Watch Ultra, aiming to be one of the best smartwatches available.

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 features a brighter display and is made of 95% recycled titanium, aligning with Apple's commitment to sustainability. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Apple Watch Ultra 2 review: rugged superwatch is even better than before

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is an upgraded version of the highly acclaimed Apple Watch Ultra, aiming to be one of the best smartwatches available.

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 features a brighter display and is made of 95% recycled titanium, aligning with Apple's commitment to sustainability. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Top 10 Apple Watch Accessories To Give Your Beloved Smartwatch A Super Cool Revamp - Yanko Design

The Apple Watch is a popular smartwatch globally.

There are innovative and nifty accessories available for Apple Watch enthusiasts. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Top 10 Apple Watch Accessories To Give Your Beloved Smartwatch A Super Cool Revamp - Yanko Design

The Apple Watch is a popular smartwatch globally.

There are innovative and nifty accessories available for Apple Watch enthusiasts. [ more ]

Wareable

How to make calls on an Apple Watch - and enable Wi-Fi Calling - Wareable

You can make calls on your Apple Watch without needing your iPhone.

You can make a call using Siri or by using the keypad to input a number. [ more ]

Gadgets 360

Apple Watch Ultra Prototype Leaked in FCC Filing Images: See Here

A new Apple Watch Ultra model has been spotted on the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) website, suggesting a possible upcoming launch.

The prototype images from the FCC listing show a rugged exterior and a different design for the Action Button.

The renders hint at the development of a more affordable Apple Watch Ultra model with some design downgrades. [ more ]

GSMArena.com

Black Friday: Get a great deal on Galaxy Watch6, iPad 10.9" 2022 and more in Germany

Amazon Germany has Black Friday deals on smartwatches and tablets.

Apple's iPad and Samsung's Galaxy Tab have discounted models.

Google's Pixel Tablet and Xiaomi's Redmi Pad SE are also on sale. [ more ]

Engadget

Black Friday 2023: The 60 best deals you can get right now from Amazon, Target, Walmart and others

Black Friday deals have started earlier and earlier in recent years, with some retailers offering discounts as early as late October.

Engadget has compiled a list of the best Black Friday deals on tech, including gadgets like the Apple iPad, AirTags, and Apple Watch.

The deals on tech may not see further price drops on Black Friday itself, so it's worth checking out the current offers. [ more ]

Engadget

The best Apple Watch in 2023

Apple has three smartwatches in its lineup: the Apple Watch SE, the Apple Watch Ultra 2, and the Apple Watch Series 9

The Apple Watch SE is the most affordable option starting at $250, while the Ultra 2 is the most expensive at $799 [ more ]

KnowYourMobile

Master the Art of Removing Apple Watch Bands: A Step-by-Step Tutorial

Removing an Apple Watch band is a simple process that allows you to switch between different bands.

Tools required to remove an Apple Watch band include a small flathead screwdriver, spring bar tool, or specialized watch band removal tool. [ more ]

Daily Mom

Mothers

Choosing The Right Baby Monitor App: A Comprehensive Guide

Choosing the right baby monitor app is crucial for every parent seeking to ensure the safety and well-being of their little ones.Among the popular options available, the Annie Baby Monitor app has gained significant recognition for its advanced features and user-friendly interface.In this guide: We will explore the key factors to consider when selecting a baby monitor app.

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Privacy professionals

El pasado innovador de Apple me impide ser esceptico con el Vision Pro

1. La nueva tecnologÃa de computaciÃ³n de visiÃ³n de Apple, Pro Vision, ofrece un desempeÃ±o de computaciÃ³n increÃblemente rÃ¡pido y eficiente para usuarios de todos los Ã¡mbitos.

2. Pro Vision estÃ¡ equipado con una cÃ¡mara de computaciÃ³n de visiÃ³n lÃder en la industria, pro [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

World's Fastest Graphene Power Bank Charges Your Phone and Laptop in a Flash - Yanko Design

We've become so dependent on our electronic devices that it's not unusual to see or hear people panicking when their phones or laptops get drained without a power outlet in sight.While these devices have gotten more powerful, the batteries powering them haven't made the same leaps and bounds in advancements.

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Why I Can't Bet Against Apple's Mixed-Reality Prowess

I'll confess that when Apple introduced its mixed-reality Vision Pro headsets on Monday, one of my first thoughts was: Man, that thing looks weird.I wasn't alone.On social media, the reaction to the Vision Pro was less than kind.Skeptics mocked the device's snowboard-goggle-like appearance, its steep price tag ($3,500) and Apple's lofty pitch about the spatial computing era its arrival heralded.

Fatherly

Fathers

This Apple Upgrade Makes Managing Your Kid's Screen Time A Helluva Lot Easier

Yesterday, Apple held its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), where the company announced a slew of new products and iOS features coming soon across the brand.At the conference were some huge announcements that have a lot of people excited: mixed reality goggles called the Apple Vision Pro, a 15-inch M2 MacBook Air, major upgrades to watchOS 10, iPadOS 17, and Apple TV - plus a whole lot more.

www.nytimes.com

A First Try of Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro Headset

I got a sneak peek into Apple's vision for the future of computing on Monday.For about half an hour, I wore the $3,500 Vision Pro, the company's first high-tech goggles, which will be released next year.I walked away with mixed feelings, including a nagging sense of skepticism.On one hand, I was impressed with the quality of the headset, which Apple bills as the beginning of an era of spatial computing, where digital data blends with the physical world to unlock new capabilities.

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Why I Can't Bet Against Apple's Mixed-Reality Prowess

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Apple moves into virtual reality with a headset that will cost you more than $3,000

The Apple Vision Pro headset is displayed in a showroom on the Apple campus in Cupertino, Calif., at the company's annual developers conference, Monday, June 5, 2023.Jeff Chiu/AP CUPERTINO, Calif.Apple on Monday unveiled a long-rumored headset that will place its users between the virtual and real world, while also testing the technology trendsetter's ability to popularize new-fangled devices after others failed to capture the public's imagination.

Medium

Prototyping for Apple's Vision Pro AR headset

1. Utilize an iterative approach to prototyping for AR headsets to ensure the user experience meets the needs of the user.

2. Incorporate both physical and digital prototypes to test out a variety of user experiences and ensure the AR headset works in the way users expect.

3. Use the testing results to inform the design of the AR headset and create an experience that is both intuitive and engaging. [ more ]

Core77

The Design of Apple's Vision Pro Goggles - Core77

Apple has unveiled their Vision Pro goggles, meant to usher in "The era of spatial computing" by delivering technology to your eyeballs in a new way.However, unlike previous groundbreaking Apple products like the iPod, iPhone and iPad, the Vision Pro's use cases are not immediately obvious; that and the $3,500 price tag (and 2024 release date) suggest it's a long ways away from gaining the ubiquity of the company's previous hits.

Insights from Kablamo Engineering.

Everything You Want To Know About Media Queries and Responsive Design

What is a Media Query?Media queries are a CSS language feature which allow an author to conditionally apply CSS rules according to characteristics of the device or window in which an application is being viewed.Most commonly, these might be according to the viewport width allowing CSS authors to create components and layouts that are responsive to the size of the window or device that they are being viewed in.

GSMArena.com

Apple rethinks watchOS 10 through Smart Stack

Apple is reworking its watchOS in a fundamental way on its jubilee 10th version.No more honeycomb of apps and a focus on the individual watch face - say hello to stacks of widgets and apps that fill the entire screen.WatchOS 10 is out for developers today and will come in Public beta a month from now for everyone to try.

GSMArena.com

Apple's iOS 17 is official with Live Voicemail, NameDrop, StandBy mode

Surprising absolutely no one, Apple unveiled iOS 17 today at its annual developer conference.This is the latest version of its phone-oriented mobile operating system, and it will be out sometime this fall as usual.Expect the first developer preview to come out in the next few hours, followed by a public beta release next month.

Creative Bloq

Graphic design

This year's WWDC invite is one of Apple's best

Part of the fun in the build up to Apple's WWDC event is speculating about what Apple might announce, and we often get clues from the event invite itself.This year is no different.The invite sees a shapeshifting Apple logo move around like an oily rainbow.And if you've got an iPad or an iPhone (and let's face it, many people interested in Apple's events do) then there's an extra AR trick available on those devices.

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Exercise

Garmin Forerunner 965 review: the ultimate running watch gets screen upgrade

The Forerunner 965 is Garmin's new top of the range running and triathlon watch that comes with a crisp and bright OLED screen for the first time but at a hefty price.The new watch tops the scales at 600 ($600/A$999) 120 more than the LCD-equipped Forerunner 955 on which it is based.It joins the 430 Forerunner 265 and the 710 luxury Epix in Garmin's new line of OLED sports watches.

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Watch Apple's WWDC 2023 livestream here

Tonight's the night, VR fans - WWDC 2023 is expected to bring Apple's much-awaited AR/VR headset.Will it be the "next big thing" for Cupertino like the Apple Watch was?Or will it be a unicorn only seen by a select few like the Mac Pro?You might want to watch the livestream (embedded below) even if you don't have use for AR or VR.

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