Who will deliver useful AI to the masses?
The industry has been saying Apple is behind and asking when the iPhone maker would ever bring out AI — but the industry has always underestimated Apple. Today, toward the end of 2024, Apple Intelligence has still not yet been deployed. What frame of reference is there for postulating how important it is for “first […]
Apple confirms iOS 18.1 is coming next week
The wait for the first wave of Apple Intelligence features is nearly over. In reports that profile Apple’s upcoming AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Aid feature by (subscription required) and , Apple confirmed that iOS 18.1 will become available to the general public next week. Apple revealed its Apple Intelligence features at WWDC this past June. Apple […]
Microsoft to launch autonomous AI agents in November – Computerworld
Generative AI (genAI) agents can be seen as the next stage in the evolution of conversational AI assistants such as Microsoft’s Copilot and OpenAI’s ChatGPT. While AI assistants respond directly to a user’s instructions — such as drafting an email or summarizing a document — autonomous AI agents are triggered by events and can perform more complex, […]
iPhone 16 drops in price for China’s Singles Day sales
Shoppers in China can get a deal on the iPhone 16 ahead of Singles Day, as Apple’s smartphone receives a price cut in early promotions for the sales event. Singles Day, also known as Double 11, is an annual event in China, which usually involves massive sales through major retailers. For 2024, Apple’s iPhone 16 […]
AI needs Apple, which is why time is on its side – Computerworld
Hundreds of millions of people (i.e. humanity) who fear for their way of life, employment prospects, and the effort they’ve invested in their own and their children’s education may be threatened by AI, so they’re less enthused about the arrival of this new tech. They want to adopt these AI toys slowly and deliberately and aren’t at […]
Google Drive Review: Why Google rules cloud storage
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Easy to use on all platforms. Affordable storage tiers. Lightning fast. Cons Plans can get confusing with the amount of extra features. Our Verdict Google Drive is a fantastic service that, if you’re anything like me, it’s hard to imagine being without. Price When Reviewed This value will show […]
Why is Apple ignoring its most important iPad?
Given the choice, Tim Cook would obviously prefer customers to spring for the most expensive versions of Apple’s products. The Ultra version of the Apple Watch, the Max version of the AirPods, the non-mini HomePod, and the Pro versions of everything else. The problem is that customers generally feel the opposite—and nowhere is this truer […]
Why the ‘iPhone SE Plus’ makes more sense than you think
Just when we thought we’d got a handle on next spring’s iPhone SE 4 launch, a hugely surprising leak comes along and throws everything into doubt. The 4th-gen SE has been the subject of numerous rumors ever since the iPhone 16 came out last month, from the return of the notch and the first Apple […]
Best iPad mini deals: October 2024
Apple has finally updated the iPad mini! The new iPad mini launched on October 15, 2024 and went on sale on October 18, three years after the previous generation arrived. The new model is ready for Apple Intelligence (coming with iPadOS 18), comes in a new selection of colors, and works with the Apple Pencil […]
Fake IT workers from North Korea have started blackmailing their victims – Computerworld
A new report from Secureworks shows that the North Korean group Nickel Tapestry has expanded its operations from getting North Korean IT workers illegally employed by companies in other countries to allowing the workers to steal data that can be used for extortion if they’re fired, according to The Register. To avoid falling victim to […]