Testing beta software can be, for those who like geeking out to tech, quite an exciting experience. Testing a whole Operating System (OS), however, like the iOS 18 Beta Apple released last week, can get annoying quickly. If you encounter frequent bugs, you may want to downgrade to the last stable version.

How to Downgrade From iOS 18 beta to iOS 17: Quick guide

Have you ever wanted a Dynamic Island on your MacBook? Well, now you can have it with a new app from lo.cafe that turns your MacBook’s Notch into a Dynamic Island. The app is called NotchNook, and it transforms the MacBook’s notch into a dynamic, interactive element that pulses with notifications, mimicking the Dynamic Island experience found on iPhones. Although since it’s still a notch, a more accurate description would be a Dynamic Peninsula, but it still functions the same way.

This App Turns Your MacBook’s Notch Into Dynamic Island

Apple’s upcoming macOS Sequoia (macOS 15) changes the storage requirements for app installations from the Mac App Store. Previously, macOS required users to have double the free storage space available compared to the final size of the app being downloaded. However, due to this, users faced challenges with limited storage, especially when trying to install large games that can reach tens or even hundreds of gigabytes in size.

macOS 15 to Reduce Storage Requirements During App Installation

Apple has announced an increase in app size limits in the latest beta versions of iOS 18 and tvOS 18, as seen by folks at 9to5Mac. This means developers can now create more expansive and feature-rich games and applications without needing to worry about storage constraints on iPhones and Apple TVs.

Developers Can Now Build Bigger Games and Apps for iOS 18 and tvOS 18

Today, OpenAI announced the wider availability of its ChatGPT desktop application for macOS. Previously offered only to premium users, the app is now free to download for all. The macOS app lets users interact with ChatGPT through voice commands or text input. A keyboard shortcut (Option+Space) launches a search bar where users can type their queries, similar to Apple’s Spotlight search function.

OpenAI Makes ChatGPT App for macOS Available for Download

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Astrology can provide insights into various personality traits within their zodiac signs. This includes those that might make someone appear mean or harsh. While every sign has its positive and negative aspects, some signs are known for their more unforgiving nature.

3 Zodiac Signs That Are the Meanest

In the dark and starry cosmic realm of astrology, some of the zodiac signs have an inflated sense of their intellect. Intelligence is a highly favored trait and these signs can often perceive themselves as the smartest people in the room. These signs can sometimes let their intellectual pride get the better of them. Tag along with us as we delve into the three zodiac signs renowned for their self-professed intelligence.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Think They're Smart

Emily Standley Allard

If you know someone born under the zodiac sign of Cancer, you've probably felt the intensity of their emotions. When a Cancer gets emotional, they can turn a light shower into a monsoon or a friendly hug into a lifetime commitment! Cancer, the fourth sign of the zodiac, spans from June 21 to July 22. Represented by the Crab, Cancer is a Water sign, deeply connected to emotions, intuition, and the subconscious. Governed by the Moon, which represents emotions, Cancer is known for its profound sensitivity, nurturing nature, and emotional depth. Let's delve into the complexities of Cancer and explore why they are considered one of the most emotional and sensitive signs of the zodiac.

The Most Sensitive and Emotional Zodiac Sign

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What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

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Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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The world is getting hotter; the heat more deadly. Air conditioning can mean the very difference between survival or demise for the immunocompromised, elderly, and young children when a heat wave hits.

Should L.A. Landlords Be Required to Provide Air-Conditioning to All Renters?

Bryce Gruber

The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

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Staying hydrated is essential to maintaining health, especially during summer months. Aside from preventing dehydration, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that water helps your body maintain normal temperature, facilitate joint movement and protection, protect sensitive tissues like your spinal cord and remove waste through sweat, urination and bowel movements.

When the weather is hot, it’s important to drink more water; some tips for keeping your body hydrated

As Americans continue to battle their ever-increasing grocery store bills, some are cutting brand-name products and picking up lower-priced store brands, which are surging in popularity.

Faced with bigger grocery bills, many Americans are switching from national to private-label brands

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Clutter doesn’t just make your home look icky and run less efficiently, I will point out the specific reasons why clutter can cause mental anxiety and stress. Clutter to me is a visual explosion, it is loud and very distracting. I cannot focus in a cluttered environment whether in a home, a store, or any venue. This may be why I detest crowds and I avoid shopping in large brick-and-mortar stores.

Why Clutter Can Cause Mental Anxiety and Stress

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Dianna Carney

The Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts recently introduced a sweet feline named Clarice who is in search of a loving forever home. Despite her challenging start in life, Clarice is ready to start a new chapter with a family that will love and care for her.

Meet The Unique Little Cat Who Lost Both Eyes Now Searching For Love

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No matter where you live, there are plenty of cats looking for a place to call home, but these cats here, these are Kansas City cats. Everybody knows that Kansas City cats are the best cats in the world. Right? Regardless, all are available to adopt from area shelters--go and get them while you can.

A cat named Fluff and five other divine felines available to adopt

Meta’s upcoming Horizon OS update (formerly Quest OS) introduces improvements to window management in VR, offering users more flexibility when arranging applications. This update seems to be inspired by features available on Apple Vision Pro. This comes after Apple reportedly rejected Meta AI due to privacy concerns, and their history.

Meta Quest Update Makes Window Management Very Similar to Apple Vision Pro

The US PC market is showing signs of life, with analysts at Canalys predicting 5% growth in shipments for the first quarter of 2024, with the Mac’s numbers being even higher. This growth is mostly driven by good performance in the consumer and small and medium business (SMB) segments,...

US PC Market Sees Steady Growth, Macs Surge in Popularity

Apple is rolling out a new update for the Beats app for Android, timed perfectly with the recent launch of Beats products. The updated app lets Android users connect and manage the new Beats Solo Buds and the latest Beats Pill speaker. Users can quickly pair their devices, check battery...

Beats app for Android Adds Support for Beats Pill and Solo Buds

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How To Use the New Features in Calculator iOS 18 & iPadOS 18

As an iPhone user, you know how bland the Calculator app can be. It’s not particularly user-friendly for anything beyond basic arithmetic and lacks many features...

How To Use the New Features in Calculator iOS 18 & iPadOS 18

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