New Apple Repair Program Enhancement Allows Some Used Parts

But at least Apple has finallyagreed to allow used genuine Apple partsto repair its devices. This will apply to all used parts but is especially important for biometric sensors. Repairing an iPhone.Apple

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 32 words · Joshua Lara

New Apple Video Shows How to Master the iPhone Camera

Mark Clennon is a self-taught photographer and is well known for using an iPhone in his work. Although Clennon doesn’t mention them,some of these other methodsinclude adjusting light and color and adjusting perspective. One such tutorial showcasesNight Mode, which allows users to take photos in a low-light environment. Mark Clennon/Apple/YouTube JGI/Jamie Grill/Getty Images

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 53 words · Robin Schaefer

New Artlist Partnership With Canva Benefits Professional Creators

It’s unclear if that means the whole library will be available or only portions of it. Graphic design doesn’t have to be difficult if you have all the tools you need at your fingertips.d3sign / Getty Images

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 37 words · Zachary Robinson

New Assistance Programs Could Help Close the Digital Divide

The information we learn from this program could help us better address the countrys growing broadband needs. Over the past year, though, theneed for more meaningful connectivityhas become increasingly clear. This starts by providing more affordable and stable internet access to people. Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images “Its addressing a really urgent need for those who need it the most. That’s the most powerful thing about it. I think that’s probably the most important thing about it,” Watts said....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 162 words · Mark Ramirez MD

New Avatars Could Upgrade Your Image in the Metaverse

VR gets personal Key Takeaways Your avatar might soon get a lot more realistic. The assistants could help with things like restaurant orders, banking transactions, and making personal appointments and reservations. The use cases of collaborative robots and virtual assistants are incredible and far-reaching." Gremlin / Getty Images. Avatars are already proving their worth,Ashley Crowder, the CEO of augmented reality company VNTANA told Lifewire. ICT created AI counselors to help veterans with PTSD....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 137 words · Joy Vargas

New Bard Extensions Can Read Your Gmail to Help Plan Trips and More

Google has begun rolling out a substantial update for itsBard AI chatbot. Starting today, the search giant is introducing a feature calledBard Extensions. At the same time, it allows Bard to field more complicated questions than ever. “We’re committed to protecting your personal information. Separately, Google is adding a double-check feature that allows users to ask Bard to verify its answers. If Bard finds information that contradicts a section of its response, it will highlight that passage in orange....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 134 words · Peter Waters

New Blink Mini 2 Security Cameras Focuses On Person Detection

On Thursday Blink announced an update to its popular mini security camera. Both versions are affordable andwork with Amazon Alexa, too. Blink Upgrades to the Blink Mini 2 include enhanced image quality and better low-light performance. Blink Mini 2.Blink The system also got a wider field of view. The Blink Mini 2 operates with the company’s custom chip, which alsosupports smart notifications. This means you could set the notifications to send only if a person is detected....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Megan Love

New Bose QC Earbuds Promise Rich Sound, Sweat Resistance, and 8.5 Hours of Battery Life

They also have a 30ft range and offer multipoint connection Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. These new earbuds extend the QuietComfort line of Bose active noise canceling headphones and earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds come with a charging case that can charge the earbuds 2.5 times.Bose On Wednesday, Bose sent a press release to Lifewire announcingthe new QuietComfort Earbuds....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 136 words · Joyce Cruz

New Browser Claims to Democratize the Internet

Qikfox recently launched a browserthat’s meant to make content more easily discoverable. “This web client can eliminate the need for domain names. Eliminating the Middleman Qikfox is positioning itself as a do-it-all solution. South_agency / Getty Images “Consumers should be able to share content without mediators,” Qikfox writes on its website. Qikfox’s creators claimthat it uses techniquesthat eliminate the need for domain name systems to make publishing websites easier. Not having to use domain name systems could help users, Harish said....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 256 words · Juan Reyes

New Button Lets You Give Netflix Shows Two Thumbs up

feels like Netflix is hoping for a higher level of engagement with this new button. Netflix Netflix

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 17 words · Lynn Wheeler

New Call Recording Feature Rolls Out to Some Pixel Phones

Twitter userJay Prakashshared screenshots of the feature. It needs to be enabled in the phone’s app tweaks before it can be used. Once it’s toggled on, a Record button appears in the UI while making or receiving a call. Jessie Casson/Getty Images It’s also limited to countries and regions where call recording is legal. In the US, the legality of call recording varies depending on where you live. Call participants are notified they’re being recorded before the call begins, according to Google’s support page....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 104 words · Adam Molina

New Camera Module 3 Brings Autofocus to Raspberry Pi for the First Time

However, these Sony IMX708 sensor-backed modules offer a bit more thanautomated focus adjustments. All models of theCamera Module 3are available now from a number of online retailers carrying Raspberry Pi components. Keep in mind thatRaspberry Pi componentslike the Camera Module 3 arejustcomponents. Raspberry Pi You’ll need to load the camera to other hardware to get any use out of it. Raspberry Pi

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 62 words · Clifford Jacobs

New Chrome OS 91 Build Fixes Chromebook Lock-Out Bug

With the newest 91.0.4472.167 stable build, affected users should be able to access their Chromebooks again. Google According toAndroid Police, the culprit wasa simple typo. Thankfully, it seems as though version 91.0.4472.167 will be able to decrypt user accounts and sign them in. Google So if your Chromebook has been affected, the update should smooth things out again. Unfortunately, if you’vepowerwashedyour system (i.e. reset it to factory tweaks) you’re out of luck....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 73 words · Paul Walker