How the Classical Music App Could Teach Apple Music a Thing or Two

Hopefully, this additional focus will find its way back to the regular music app. Later this month, it’s possible for you to download the Apple Music Classical app. It is included in your existing Apple Music subscription. Delmaine Donson / Getty Images It’san interesting move from Apple. If you are optimistic, you might even hope this signals a renewed interest in its music apps. “Classical music consumers often have distinct user needs....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 181 words · Ronald Mack

How the Craft App Could Change the Way You Work

You just imagined Craft. Craft is a Mac and iOS app for writing. Somehow, Craft is both focused and comprehensive. Pixabay / Mockup Photos What is Craft? Craft is essentially an app for creating documents, but it manages to pack in quite a lot more. Heres how I might use it to create an article like the one youre reading. Place.to / Mockup Photos First, I might read some news that gives me an idea....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 177 words · John Rodriguez

How the Echo Smartpen Transforms Lectures into Interactive Learning Tools

What is a smartpen and is it worth getting one? The Echo from Livescribe is one of the most popular smartpens. Though it looks and writes like an ordinary pen, the Echo is actually a multimodal computer. Livescribe EU Store It has an ARM9 processor, OLED display, microUSB connector, headphone jack, and microphone. It’s a publishing platform that supports third-party Java-based applications. you might buy pens, paper, apps, and accessorieson the Livescribe website....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 308 words · Michael Harris

How the Fan-Made TikTok 'Ratatouille Musical' Became a Social Media Phenomenon

Traditional entertainment sectors have taken a massive hit from the COVID-19 pandemic, but none quite like live theater. With mass vaccinations still months away. Broadway is not expected to open its doorsuntil at least mid-2021. Nearly a year of shows have been suspended so far, and thousands of jobs furloughed. This viral musical came along at the right time. Half-parody, half-serious mockup, the TikTok musical has caught the attention of more than a few amateurs....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 208 words · Edward Weaver

How the FCC Impacts Internet Speeds

In 2015, the FCC introduced a change to the agencys standard definition of broadband. Networks we build today must work well tomorrow." Many applications that require two-way communications need more than 3 Mbps upload to function optimally. skynesher / Getty Images arcoss / Getty Images

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 45 words · Stephen Rose

How the HomePod mini’s Secret Thermostat Could Keep You Cool

The minicould contain a thermostat and humidity sensorthat Apple hasnt yet activated. “This is called a remote sensor, and often higher-end thermostats come with similar devices.” Smart thermostats can send sensor readings, such as temperatures and humidity, to a compatible smart thermostat. Apple This connectivity can work both ways and trigger actions like turning on your heating or cooling remotely. “Simply increase the temperature remotely to preempt preventable catastrophic leaks and costly home damage....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · Frank Scott

How the iPhone Satellite SOS Function Is Saving Lives During Disasters

TheEmergency SOS via Satellitefeature on the iPhoneplayed a crucial rolein rescuing a family from the Maui wildfires. It’s part of a growing number of incidents in which iPhones are aiding in extrication from life-threatening situations. That’s why satellite is the ideal connectivity solution in these scenariossatellite connectivity is accessible everywhere." Hiker using a smartphone.Carrastock / Getty Images “Literally saved their lives.” Apple unveiledthe iPhone 14last year, along withthe Emergency SOS via Satellite feature....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 157 words · Brittany Lewis

How the Logitech K830 Keyboard Could Change VR Typing

My pulse rose when I first saw my hands floating like ghosts above the virtual K830 keyboard. The sudden merging of physical objects and the virtual world was stunning with its promise. Thats not to say the K830 or the whole virtual typing experience is perfect. Sascha Brodsky / Lifewire In fact, the software update is labelled as an experimental feature, and it shows. Sleek Looks The K830 is a distinct looking keyboard with a flat design and an integrated trackpad....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 341 words · Denise Edwards

How the Meta Quest 3 Could Beat Apple’s Mixed Reality Headset

Apple is expected this week to unveil its new headset that will offer virtual and augmented reality. Meanwhile,Meta has announced its latest Meta Quest 3 gear. According to reports,the headset will cost around $3,000and will be available later this year. The Meta Quest 3 with controllers.Meta Finally, the Quest 3 is more likely to be interoperable with 3rd party PCs and devices." “Plenty of VR creatives have formed their workflows around the Quest,” he added....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Richard Novak

How the Metaverse Could Be the Next Virtual Marketplace

Meta has beguntesting user monetization toolswithin Horizon Worlds, the company announced recently. Its part of a rush to commercialize the metaverse. Virtual Shopping The tools will allow users to sell access to items and experiences inside the app. Francesco Carta fotografo / Getty Images Eventually, Meta says, it hopes people can “earn a living” in the metaverse. Horizon Worlds is Metas social VR platform built around user-generated content that anyone can build within the app itself....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 145 words · Lauren Frost

How the Metaverse Could Worsen the Digital Divide

Connecting the connected, but what about the rest? Interacting with Lifewire over email,Dr. Dr. Kaye’s area of research deals specifically with exploring how online options can promote social inclusion and well-being. Kilito Chan / Getty Images The introduction of the metaverse will only help to exaggerate this divide further. Alvarez / Getty Images

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 53 words · Amanda Pierce

How the New Apple Pencil Pro Is Like an Art Studio in a Beautiful Stick

It is especially suited for anyone who draws, paints, or retouches. Pencil In First up, what’s new? All of these additions are worth a look. Thankfully, Apple isn’t making the Apple Pencil any thinner.Apple It’s a nice intuitive addition, and third-party developers can use the barrel-roll gesture to trigger other functions. It could presumably zoom in and out or trigger shortcuts in non-drawing apps. Then there’s the squeeze, which replaces the double-tap in the previous Apple Pencil....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Brian Smith

How the New ChatGPT iPhone App Can Help You Get Stuff Done

But how can it help you in your day-to-day life? And is it really any better than the web? Of course I still have to validate the results just like anything else. Sanket Mishra / Unsplash But damn does it save time," iOS and ChatGPT userWimsaid inan Audiobus forum threadparticipated in by Lifewire. To me it’s like a souped up search engine that neatly summarizes and collates the results… And part of this is their integration with all of Apple’s built-in technologies....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 207 words · Devin Rodriguez