It’s also an admission, tacit or otherwise, that Apple made a mistake with the butterfly keyboard. Rest assured, this “new” design will be in all future Apple laptops.
This researcher created an algorithm that removes the water from underwater images
If you’ve ever taken underwater photos, you’ll know the results are generally pretty disappointing. This technology could change that.
‘The Mandalorian’ could be the best TV Western since ‘Justified’
OK, this is just crazy talk. Justified was one of the best TV series ever and we’re only two episodes in to The Mandalorian. Make no mistake – I loved Justified and I mildly enjoyed The Mandalorian but it will take quite a bit more for the latter to match up to the former.
Apple News+ has struggled to add subscribers since first week of launch in March, sources say
I’m always suspicious of “sources say…” stories but this rings true. Ignoring the stupidity of that last sentence (News+ works just fine on Macs too, you morons), News+ is not a “must have” or even a “this would be nice” product from Apple. It feels half-baked and, at this point, pretty much ignored.
I spent a day as a Times Square mascot
Funny story about an unfunny subject. The last time I was in Times Square, these fake mascots really put me off.
Triode: internet radio from The Iconfactory with AirPlay 2, Apple Music integration, and CarPlay
I’ve been playing around with the app for the past 24 hours. I like it overall but it needs more stations and selection.
Apple launches three innovative studies today in the new Research app
This is yet another example of Apple’s efforts to further increase its lead and presence in the field of personal health. Sadly, it’s US only.
IBM’s 200,000 Macs have made a happier, more productive workforce
This is interesting but not “news.” Even back when I worked at Apple in the late 90s, Apple knew enterprise Return on Investment (ROI) was significantly higher than Windows in “mixed-use” environments.
The 50 best things to watch on Disney Plus right now
Disney’s back catalog advantage can’t be overestimated.
The mistake that toppled the Berlin Wall
Today is the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, one of the most momentous events of the 20th century. I remember watching it on TV and thinking, “This can’t be happening. There’s no way they will let this continue. It’s going to end in bloodshed.” Thankfully, it didn’t.
Challenging misconceptions about blindness through SEE
Interesting thread. Nice to hear about all the work they are putting in to it. I’m still not buying the premise though.
Adobe exec defends Photoshop for iPad after app falls flat
I have zero sympathy for him. “Messaging” on this was easy. You guys blew it. Adobe did a poor job of managing expectations from the beginning. Suck it up, take your lumps, do better.
Apple reveals major update to its privacy webpage
Privacy is hugely important but “annoying” and “boring” for many average users. Apple does a great job of trying to lead people to learn and understand what the company is doping to protect users.
Apple TV+ Servant official trailer
I’m pretty gunshy about Shyamalan movies but will watch this on Apple TV+.
Apple TV, Apple TV, Apple TV, and Apple TV+
This stuff is confusing enough without this kind of crap. How can the average, non-techy user figure this out?
Drones offer new perspective on resident killer whale behaviour
These orcas live in my “neighbourhood.” I’m so lucky to live in a place where sightings are a regular occurrence. This drone footage gives even greater insight into their activities.
What companies don’t tell you about extended warranties
There are very few situations where I’d recommend an extended warranty – I have one on my motorcycle because I’m mechanically incompetent – and am very happy to have my warranties doubled buy buying on a credit card.
Apple TV+ official trailer for “The Banker”
“Oh, I’m sorry. Did I not wake up black this morning? Because I’m pretty sure I did. Yup…still black.” It may be my own personal biases coming through but with this storyline and this cast, this may be the one thing on Apple TV+ that makes me really want to sign up.
In the hot seat
I have an aversion to this kind of painful spicy food but the show, while at times too fluffy, is entertaining nonetheless.
Chrome recipe filter
If you like reading or collecting recipes (I use the website and iOS app for AnyList), you know the aggravation of just wanting to see the recipe and not the family history or some such five pages of nonsense. This extension puts the recipe at the top.
How do new emojis happen? A look inside the mysterious group that approves them
My wife was asking who decided on emojis after seeing the new ones and I found this very interesting article. I’m not a huge fan of sending or receiving them but the process of their creation is fascinating.
The first transatlantic telegraph cable was a bold, beautiful failure
What a fascinating story about the early days of transatlantic communication.
A visual guide to the Day of the Dead
I find this celebration fascinating not only from a cultural point of view but also from a visual one.
Your guide to Apple TV+, Disney+, and all the other streamers chasing Netflix
It’s all going to come down to content and price.
Hands on: DJI Mavic Mini review
I had the DJI Mavic 2 Pro and loved it and the reviews of this one so far are pretty good. I couldn’t live without the 4K video capture and object tracking this one lacks but if you want a high quality “budget” drone that doesn’t require you to register it with the authorities but still allows a lot of the capabilities of its big brother, this might be a good thing to put under your tree this holiday season.
The real David Attenborough
There’s no one alive I’d rather listen to. Attenborough could read the phone book and I’d listen to it.
Three reasons you have neck pain – and why ‘bad posture’ probably isn’t one of them
It may fly in the face of conventional wisdom (and certainly upset many chair and desk manufacturers) but it’s good to know there are perhaps cheaper, better solutions.
Here is the new face of the Olympic and Paralympic Games of Paris 2024
I’d love to hear from the designers out there but I think it is a brilliant, elegant design that is so very French.
“Watchmen” opened with the Tulsa Race Riot. Here’s what to read about it.
I’ve seen a lot of people on Twitter asking about the opening scene. Many didn’t realize it portrays real events.
Alex Marquez’s saved what should have been a highside crash
Insane save. He should have been flipped off the bike. I would have simply soiled my expensive leathers and jumped off. Incredible control of himself and his motorcycle at about 100mph. The guy you see at the end of the video is his dad.