Today Apple has released public beta 3 for iOS 18. This new public beta brings with it the variety of changes introduced in yesterday’s developer beta, and is available for download now to members of Apple’s public beta program. Here’s everything that’s new. Photos app changes...

iOS 18 public beta 3 is now available, here’s what’s new

The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro are coming in two months, which means it’s not the best time to buy a new iPhone 15. Unless you’re in absolute need of a new iPhone right now, it’s wise to wait until September for either the iPhone 16 or for other iPhones to get cheaper.

iPhone 16 is coming, and these five features will be worth the wait

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A week after releasing iOS 17.6 to all users, Apple is making available iOS 17.6.1 to iPhone and iPad owners. This update brings bug fixes and security improvements, including one that prevented Advanced Data Protection from being turned on and off.
According to Apple, an issue in iCloud prevented a small number of users from successfully turning Advanced Data Protection for iCloud on or off. While those trying to turn it on couldn’t, those who couldn’t turn it off at least had their data protected. This update fixes this.
That said, iOS 17.6.1 is likely one of the last software updates before...

Apple releases iOS 17.6.1 with Advanced Data Protection bug fix

Apple is expected to start the public rollout of iOS 17.6 soon. While the update isn’t expected to bring many new features, it might still introduce some important changes that you should know about. The fourth beta of iOS 17.6 was released to public testers a day after the...

Four iOS 17.6 features & changes for iPhone you need to know

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

We’re in full swing of the iOS 18 beta for both developers and public testers. But when will the update launch for everyone with all the new features? Follow along for when to expect the iOS 18 release date. Apple reveals its major updates of iOS during the annual...

iOS 18 release date: When to expect the public launch

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Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

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Slack is out with an upgrade for iPhone with four new widgets. Three you can use on your Home Screen and one is made for quick access from your Lock Screen. Slack recently launched the new widgets for a smoother experience on iPhone. There’s a small Catch Up and Status widget with a medium-size option also available for Status.

Slack for iOS gains these new Lock and Home Screen widgets

Apple is rolling out the early version of the feature this week through new developer betas of iOS 18, iPadOS 18 and macOS Sequoia. Users can access the Distraction Control tool from the Page Menu in the Smart Search field. They then select the item on the website they want to remove. Safari will remember to remove the elements the next time they visit the site. The choice doesn’t currently sync across hardware, however, so users will have to hide the elements on each new device.

Apple’s new Safari feature removes distracting items from websites

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Another rumor has reported that all the iPhone 17 models will receive a huge front-facing camera upgrade – bumping the selfie snapper to 24MP.

iPhone 17 set to get camera upgrade twice as powerful as even the unreleased iPhone 16, says another report

A Redditor has discovered built-in Apple Intelligence prompts inside the macOS beta, in which Apple tells the Smart Reply feature not to hallucinate. Smart Reply helps you respond to emails and messages by checking the questions asked, prompting you for the answers, and then formulating a reply …. Smart Reply.

Apple Intelligence prompts found in the Mac beta tell Smart Reply not to hallucinate

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David Heitz

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

IOS 18 beta 5 introduced several new changes, but one in particular – Safari’s new Distraction Control feature – stands out above the rest. Watch my hands-on video walkthrough as I provide commentary on everything new in iOS 18 beta 5, and be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more videos.

iOS 18 beta 5 – Thoughts on Safari’s Distraction Control, Photos app updates, and more [Video]

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. Rumor mill: Android manufacturers like Samsung have been launching folding phones for years now, and other handset makers, such as OnePlus and Motorola, have entered the sector with their own offerings. A new report claims that Apple is also set to throw its hat into the foldable ring with a folding iPhone that could be released as early as 2026.

Apple's first folding iPhone could have a flip design, tipped to arrive in 2026

You'll no longer be able to override Gatekeeper in macOS Sequoia with a keyboard shortcut as Apple continues to crack down on unsigned software. If you try to install apps on macOS that haven't been signed or notarized, Gatekeeper gets in the way and won't let it run. Apple has removed an age-old shortcut for skipping the Gatekeeper prompt in macOS Sequoia.

Apple removes Control-click option for skipping Gatekeeper in macOS Sequoia

Did you know that iOS includes built-in ambient noise options? Third-party white noise apps are great, but if you don’t need the extra features they offer, Apple’s own solution is already on your device at no extra cost. And in iOS 18, two new background sounds have been added to the lineup: Fire and Night.

iOS 18 expands ambient noise lineup with new Fire and Night sounds

Last week, Apple sent out its first iOS 18.1 betas to developers to give us a taste of the new Apple Intelligence features that will arrive later this fall, but that doesn’t mean we’re done with iOS 18.0 betas. In fact, iOS 18.0 betas are only available for...

Apple Releases Fifth iOS 18 Beta with Tweaks to Photos App

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Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

Apple released the fifth beta version of its upcoming OSes, including:. This latest round of testing software comes on the heels of the fourth betas released on July 23, with minor updates to iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 following on July 26. A standout feature is the debut of Distraction...

Apple Rolls Out Fifth Beta for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and Other Upcoming OS Updates

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Apple releases macOS 14.6.1 with Advanced Data Protection bug fix for all users

Apple has released an update to macOS 14.6. The latest version of macOS Sonoma is now 14.6.1. macOS Sonoma 14.6 included the ability to run multiple...

Apple releases macOS 14.6.1 with Advanced Data Protection bug fix for all users

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