Populous. | Image: EA There hasn’t been a lot of good news out of EA lately, but here’s some: the company just launched a bunch of classic games on Steam. The new (old) releases include nine games in total, spanning franchises like Dungeon Keeper, Populous, and SimCity. Here’s the full list: Command & Conquer The
Read MoreApple is rumored to be working on accessibility features like voice-activated shortcuts, Live Speech categories, and improved font size control across the system in iOS 18 and macOS 15. Apple is always working to improve accessibility Apple’s annual Worldwide Developer Conference is approaching fast, so rumors about what’s coming next are already leaking out. Accessibility
Read MoreCredit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority To comply with the DMA, Apple is working on making it easier to transfer data from an iPhone to a non-Apple device. Apple will put out its data transfer solution by fall 2025. The company is also making it possible to uninstall Safari and change the default navigation app
Read MoreSave 77% on the Mac version of Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 with a limited-time coupon. This standalone license includes programs like Excel and Word, without having to manage a subscription. Microsoft Office Home & Business for only $56.99. Microsoft Office is the go-to productivity software for many computer users, regardless of which OS
Read MoreA directive known as Document 79 ramps up Beijing’s effort to replace U.S. tech with homegrown alternatives. From a report: For American tech companies in China, the writing is on the wall. It’s also on paper, in Document 79. The 2022 Chinese government directive expands a drive that is muscling U.S. technology out of the
Read MoreWeb development platform provider Netlify has added AI-enabled deploy assist capabilities to its Composable Web Platform. Unveiled March 7, AI-enabled deploy assist analyzes failed deployments and offers suggestions to correct errors. Netlify said the feature is intended to reduce the time developers spend manually reviewing logs and debugging failed builds, ensuring failed builds do not
Read MoreFairphone has announced the indefinite suspension of its subscription model, Fairphone Easy. Fairphone Easy aimed to offer sustainable phone ownership by offering a monthly fee for all-inclusive repairs, replacements, and recycling. Fairphone joins Google’s Pixel Pass in failing to gain traction, casting doubts about the viability of the phone-leasing model. Fairphone, the Dutch phone manufacturer
Read MoreMacworld The European Union’s Digital Markets Act has had a huge impact on Apple, a company that has become synonymous with the “walled garden” approach to interoperability. The company recently published a “Non-confidential summary of DMA compliance report” (is there a confidential version?) which summarizes the ways in which Apple has changed to comply with
Read MoreSamsung’s 2024 OLED TV lineup will feature both QD-OLED and WOLED panels, making it harder for consumers to distinguish between the two technologies. The company announced three new series without specifying the panel types, but reports suggest that even within the S90D series, both QD-OLED and WOLED may be used. Samsung’s decision to use both
Read MoreWhen finding work in product design and prototyping, two things are important to have at hand: a business card, and a sample of one’s work. If one can combine those, even better. Make it unique and eye-catching, and you’re really onto something. That seems to have been the idea behind [agepbiz]’s 1:64 scale micro Jeep
Read MoreApple has released an update for its tool to help users transfer from a Windows PC to a Mac specific to macOS Sonoma. Apple updates Windows Migration Assistant for macOS Sonoma The Windows Migration Assistant is a software program developed by Apple that helps users transfer data from a Windows-based computer to a Mac system.
Read MoreIn a document spelling out the limitations of the third-party App Store process, Apple has made clear how long third-party app stores installed on an iPhone will continue to work when the user leaves the European Union. Apple updates how developers are affected by its EU DMA compliance Starting on March 7, European Union customers
Read MoreThe Rivian R2, a new smaller EV, will cost “around” $45,000 and be available in 2026, the troubled electric automaker said at an event in California today. Two crossovers, the R3 and R3X, will follow.
Read MoreCode within the latest Android beta reveals Google is preparing to release a built-in satellite messaging feature in partnership with T-Mobile. There are many areas where cellular connectivity is either spotty or nonexistent because the nearest cell tower is too far away, but low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites can still be reached. Smartphone vendors have
Read MoreA new Adobe Express beta app brings AI-powered design tools to mobile users. Beta users will have access to premium features like “Generative Fill” and “Text to Image” for free. The new app is currently available on Google Play Store and iOS App Store with limited device compatibility. Adobe’s generative AI technology, Firefly, is now
Read MoreAfter a month of developer testing, Apple has released visionOS 1.1 for all users of the new headset. visionOS The first beta introduced mobile device management compatibility, Contact Key verification, and Passcode changes to Apple’s newest operating system. The second beta added to StoreKit, SwiftUI, and fixed some bugs introduced in the first beta. The
Read MoreThe U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) will start providing more hands-on support to open-source software developers as they work to better secure their projects, the agency said. From a report: CISA hosted a two-day, invite-only summit this week with leaders in the open-source software community and other federal officials. During the private event,
Read MoreSteve Jobs personally footed the bill for Apple’s phone expenses in 1976, and the check he signed is currently up for auction. Steve Jobs’ check up for auction Dated July 8, 1976, the check, payable to Pacific Telephone, carries the signature of Jobs and amounts to $201.41, anchoring it firmly in Apple Computer’s early days.
Read MoreMario Kart 8 Deluxe, arguably the best game in Nintendo’s iconic series, is down to just $39.99 through March 17th. | Image: Nintendo These days, it feels like every day is a recognized holiday of some sort, whether it be National Donut Day, National Dress Day, or some other made-up holiday designed to celebrate… well,
Read MorePreorder deals are in effect on Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air, with both 13-inch and 15-inch models eligible for the exclusive VIP coupon. Get a VIP discount on Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air. To grab the VIP discounts, simply sign up for Adorama’s VIP Rewards program, which is free to to join. Then enter promo
Read MoreWhile many developers and agencies have accused Apple of shirking its requirement to comply with the Digital Markets Act, Apple has provided an outline of changes it believes will appease the European Union now, and in the future. European Union flags On Thursday, Apple declared the actions it has taken to bring its iOS platform
Read MoreThe Oura Ring can now be found on Amazon.com. You’ll be able to find Oura’s full selection of smart ring offerings on the website. Customers will get sizing kits to help them find the right smart ring size. While all eyes may be on the Galaxy Ring at the moment, Samsung’s upcoming smart ring is
Read MoreTake your pick from these companies – and more – hiring all types of engineers in Ireland. Sectors range from aerospace to medical devices. Read more: These 18 companies are hiring engineers in Ireland
Read MoreSEC Chair Gary Gensler attends a meeting of the Financial Stability Oversight Council at the U.S. Department of Treasury on December 14, 2023 in Washington, DC. | Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images A landmark climate disclosure rule adopted by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) yesterday is already facing mounting legal and legislative challenges.
Read MoreThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday approved a rule that will require some public companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and climate risks, after last-minute revisions that weakened the directive in the face of strong pushback from companies. From a report: The rule was one of the most anticipated in recent years
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