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Your iPhone Has a New Siri Voice Command You'll Want to Know About
It's available only on iOS 16. Siri allows you to do so much with your voice. You can do basic things like make a phone call or get directions, but it can also get more complicated -- maybe you want to pull up all the movie showtimes for your local theater. And none of this requires the use of your hands. Apple is always adding new commands to Siri, and with the somewhat recent release of iOS 16 ... Read more
2023-01-16 18:45:46
Best Apple Watch Apps: Don't Bother With Third-Party Options
There are plenty of apps for the Apple Watch, but Apple's native apps are still among the best. Apple Watch Series 8 is an iterative upgrade over the Series 7. With each new iteration, the Apple Watch gets more advanced. It's specifically noteworthy when it comes to tracking your health and fitness. If you want to take advantage of the best Apple Watch apps, we have some pretty straightforward ad ... Read more
2023-01-16 18:45:12
Twitter: Five ways Elon Musk has changed the platform for users
It is three months since Elon Musk swept into Twitter's San Francisco headquarters - and the company has barely been out of the headlines. We have talked a lot about his opinions about the social network and some of his more controversial business decisions, such as laying off 50% of the workforce, but less about how using the platform day-to-day has changed for its 237 million monthly active use ... Read more
2023-01-16 18:43:19
How Apple and Magnets Will Improve Future Android Phones
Commentary: Qi2 wireless charging aims to make topping off your phone's battery more efficient. There could be other advantages, too. Among the numerous robots, TVs, EVs and this hair printer at CES was a quiet announcement about the next-generation of wireless charging for phones and other rechargeable battery devices. Qi2 (pronounced "chee two") is the follow-up to Qi wireless chargin ... Read more
2023-01-15 19:56:00
Snag Apple Chargers and More for Over Half Off Right Now at Woot
Woot is offering up to 59% off Apple charging cords and adapters, as well as some other accessories, all January long. The nice thing about being an Apple user is that there's a whole ecosystem of accessories specifically designed for your devices. The drawback is that those accessories are often much more expensive than their Android counterparts, and Apple almost never offers any discounts dire ... Read more
2023-01-15 19:55:04
Samsung's Galaxy S23 Isn't the Only New Phone We're Excited to See in 2023
We're also expecting new phones from Apple, Google and others. And they already sound impressive. We're less than a month into 2023, but this year is already expected to bring several new phones from companies such as Samsung, OnePlus, Apple and Google. Though it's hard to predict exactly what's in store for the smartphone industry in 2023, it's possible to make some educated guesses, since many ... Read more
2023-01-15 19:54:39
Samsung Galaxy S23: Everything You Need to Know
Samsung's next Unpacked event, where the S23 should be revealed, is set for February. With February almost here, it's time to turn our attention to what's next for Samsung. The tech company is getting ready for its next Unpacked event on Feb. 1, and the Galaxy S23 lineup is expected to be the star of the show. The Samsung Galaxy S22 range includes some of our top phones from 2022. The base S22 ... Read more
2023-01-15 19:54:05
AI as Lawyer: It's Starting as a Stunt, but There's a Real Need
People already have a hard enough time getting help from lawyers. Advocates say AI could change that. Next month, AI will enter the courtroom, and the US legal system may never be the same. An artificial intelligence chatbot, technology programmed to respond to questions and hold a conversation, is expected to advise two individuals fighting speeding tickets in courtrooms in undisclosed cities. ... Read more
2023-01-15 19:52:17
Best iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro Cases You Can Buy Right Now
Here are some of the best cases for Apple's latest lineup, and most of them are MagSafe-compatible. Cell phones, especially iPhones, are pricey these days, so you'll want to make sure you're doing everything you can to protect your investment. It doesn't take much to scratch, dent or ding an unprotected phone, so it's important to get a protective phone case to prevent any serious damage to your ... Read more
2023-01-13 18:49:26
You Can Easily Fix These 4 Annoying iOS 16 Features
Here's how to disable the most irritating features on your iPhone. But not every new iOS 16 feature is universally loved. For example, the new iPhone home screen search button and unexpected photo pop-ups are not everyone's cup of tea. Fortunately, most of these iOS 16 features and settings can be disabled or removed altogether. I'll help walk you through how to "fix" the most widel ... Read more
2023-01-13 18:48:55