Genmoji and Image Playground arrive with macOS Sequoia 15.2

The new macOS Sequoia 15.2 introduces Image Playground with Apple Intelligence Apple has released macOS Sequoia 15.2, which brings with it a raft of Apple Intelligence features, chiefly to do with images, but also adding features to Siri and Mail. After months of beta tests, macOS Sequoia 15.2 is now rolling out worldwide. It's the…

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iOS 18.2: How to create your own custom emoji with Genmoji

With iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, Apple finally adds image generation capabilities to its Apple Intelligence tools. One of the slickest ways to use the new AI image gen capabilities is to make custom emojis with the new Genmoji feature. All you need is a compatible iPhone or iPad up to date with version 18.2 or…

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The Apple Car is dead. Where does that leave Apple’s auto ambitions?

The ambitious Apple Car project, known internally as Project Titan, was cancelled earlier this year after almost a decade of development. But that much work doesn’t just vanish overnight. What’s left behind? What has become of the employees brought in to work on the project, and the technology they’ve developed? Will Apple divert the resources…

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Apple’s iOS 18.2 release brings Image Playground & ChatGPT to iPhone

The Siri animation in iOS 18 Apple has released iOS 18.2 to the public, with the update bringing more imaging-based Apple Intelligence features to iPhone users. Apple's last major update to iOS 18 was in late October, introducing the first wave of Apple Intelligence features. Its second major update pushes the generative AI agenda further…

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Apple hasn’t forgotten about HomePod after all

Other than a new HomePod mini color that’s suspiciously similar to the color it replaced, Apple has all but ignored its smart speaker lineup this year. However, even though HomePod missed out on Apple Intelligence this year, Apple gave Siri an upgrade in the latest software update. Shipping with iOS 18.2 yesterday, HomePod Software version…

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Snoopy screensavers arrive on Apple TV with tvOS 18.2

Apple has rolled out tvOS 18.2, a relatively minor update mostly focused on bug fixes and performance upgrades — but this time, you get new screensavers, too. The recently introduced Snoopy screensavers were initially announced back in June at WWDC 2024. They can be used in conjunction with the existing screensaver options, including Memories &…

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ChronoSync Review: A Mac backup option with a justified fan base

At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Quick, speedy, reliable and reasonably priced. Additional backup and customization options. Easy to fine-tune a backup, synchronization, or clone function. Cons Slightly awkward navigation to the home screen. YouTube tutorial videos for ChronoSync are six years out of date. Progress bar elements should show estimated time remaining. Our Verdict ChronoSync…

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iPadOS 18.2 arrives with more Apple Intelligence features

An iPad Pro running iPadOS 18 Apple Intelligence is getting even smarter on iPad, with iPadOS 18.2 now available with Genmoji and Image Playground. Following the latest set of beta testing, Apple has released iPadOS 18.2 to the public. Following the initial batch of Apple Intelligence features, the second round takes a more visual approach.…

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Apple rolls out watchOS 11.2

Now's the time to update your Apple Watch, as Apple has released watchOS 11.2 to the public. As expected, the beta builds of watchOS 11.2 didn't have any significant new features, suggesting that the updates concentrate on improving stability and performance. This kind of update is essential for maintaining the smooth functioning of devices and…

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