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tvOS 11.3 beta 6 for Apple TV developers now available
Apple has released tvOS 11.3 beta 6 for registered developers to test on Apple TV (fourth-gen) and Apple TV 4K. We’ll dig in to the new version and detail changes below.
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Trello iOS app sees major update with multi-select support, Custom Fields Power-Up, drag and drop, more
FT: Apple ramping self-driving car testing, more CA permits than Tesla and Uber
Apple doesn’t appear to be slowing down on its mysterious self-driving car technology testing. As noted in a new report on Uber’s fatal accident involving an autonomous vehicle, the Financial Times includes new data on how many self-driving cars Apple may be testing in California.
Apple HomeKit showcased in giant Westfield London John Lewis store opening today
UK retailer John Lewis is opening a new 230,000 sq. ft. location in the Westfield London shopping center today, and on display in the giant new department store is a full display dedicated to Apple HomeKit. HouseBeautiful got a sneak peek at the setup before the doors opened to the public…
ElevationLab launches CordDock for iPhone, a unique hybrid dock and MFi Lightning cable solution
ElevationLab has today released its newest iPhone accessory, CordDock. The idea behind this product is an iPhone stand that allows users to dock and undock their iPhone easily while effortlessly being able to choose to keep it charging/syncing via an included MFi Lightning cable or to disconnect it totally. Video and more details after the break.
Technogym claims first 5,000 GymKit-enabled cardio machines deployed for Apple Watch workouts
As part of the International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association’s annual conference, Technogym is touting a new number for how many Apple GymKit-enabled cardio machines the company has deployed: over 5000. GymKit lets users instantly sync workout data between fitness equipment and Apple Watch to provide the most accurate readings.
Telegram loses Supreme Court appeal in Russia, must hand over encryption keys
Not long after Telegram was pulled from the App Store when Apple learned it was serving child pornography, the encrypted messaging app has lost a Supreme Court appeal in Russia, and been ordered to share its encryption keys with KGB successor, the Federal Security Service (FSB) …
HomePod Diary: I want another one for sure, maybe two more
I wrote last time that one of the tests of truly useful technology is how quickly it stops feeling like a luxury and starts feeling like something you wouldn’t want to live without.
For me, streaming music started out as a luxury – something I used to supplement my own collection of music – and has turned into my primary music source. Not just because it gives me access to music that would otherwise have cost me a fortune, but also because For You playlists have introduced me to more new artists than I could count.
I’m finding that HomePod is moving rather rapidly into the same category: a gadget I wouldn’t want to be without.
A month on, I can report that HomePod has definitely completed that transition …
Facebook hit with Federal Trade Commission probe over personal data use
Apple & IBM combine Watson and Core ML for the smartest ever mobile apps
Apple and IBM have announced an exciting expansion of the partnership started back in 2014 to bring enterprise apps to iOS devices. The latest step is designed to combine IBM’s powerful Watson AI system with Apple’s Core ML framework to create the smartest mobile apps yet developed.
The companies said that Coca-Cola is currently testing the setup …
Apple leaks official release notes for macOS 10.13.4 in French, update includes iMessage Business Chat and eGPU support
For the latest macOS 10.13.4 beta seed, the update notes merely say ‘This is the latest version of the macOS High Sierra developer beta and is recommended for all Apple developers’ in English locales as normal for pre-release builds. However, it seems Apple has accidentally published the final full release notes in some other languages.
The release notes indicate that iMessage Business Chat will be available on macOS, as well as formally supporting external GPU (eGPU) systems. You can read the full French release notes for the upcoming High Sierra update, with an English translation, after the jump …
Developers will need to go through App Review to edit ‘What’s New’ text and change support URLs
Apple is today informing developers of a new policy change through iTunes Connect. From April, the ‘What’s New In This Version’ text and the support URLs in App Store listings will no longer be able to changed at will.
Changes to this metadata will now require a new app update to be submitted to the App Store.
Will take Android brands two years to catch up with Face ID, say key parts manufacturers
How to Delete Your Instagram [Easy Guide]
Instagram doesn’t always make us feel our best. While the photo-sharing platform encourages creativity and has become a powerful tool for brands, usage of the app has also been connected to increased levels of anxiety and depression among young people.
If you’ve finally tired of Instagram’s endless stream of FOMO-inducing vacation pics, slime videos, and former Bachelor contestants selling hair vitamins, this quick guide will walk you through temporarily disabling or deleting your account for good.
Before you proceed, keep in mind that deleting your account cannot be undone. Once you move forward, your profile, photos, videos, comments, likes, and followers will all be permanently removed from the app.
How to Delete Your Instagram
- Log on to Instagram.com from a web or mobile browser. You won’t be able to delete your account from within the Instagram app.
- Enter http://ift.tt/1EvU0Rx into your browser’s address bar. There is no way to navigate to this page from Instagram.com, so you’ll need to enter this URL directly once you’re logged in.
- Once you land on the page, select an answer from the drop-down menu for ‘Why are you deleting your account?’
- After you’ve selected an answer, you’ll be promped to re-enter your password.
- An option to permanently delete your account will appear.
If you’d rather just take a break and temporarily disable your account, follow the steps below instead. Temporarily disabling your account means that your profile, photos, videos, comments, and likes will all be hidden until you reactivate your account by logging back into Instagram.
How to Disable Your Instagram
- Log on to Instagram.com from a web or mobile browser. You won’t be able to disable your account from within the Instagram app.
- Click the person icon in the upper right-hand corner to navigate to your profile.
- Click ‘Edit Profile’ on your profile.
- Scroll down until you see an option for ‘Temporarily disable my account’.
- Once you land on the page, select an answer from the drop-down menu for ‘Why are you disabling your account?’
- After you’ve selected an answer, you’ll be promped to re-enter your password.
- An option to temporarily disable your account will appear.
How to Create a Facebook Ad That Works With WhatsApp Business
Do your prospects and customers prefer WhatsApp to Messenger? Wondering how to create a Facebook ad that integrates with WhatsApp Business? In this article, you’ll discover how to set up a WhatsApp Business account and use Facebook ads to let WhatsApp users call or message your customer support team with a single click. Why Combine […]
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Linea Sketch 2.0 adds Split View, Drag & Drop, plus loads of new illustrator features
Linea is easily one of the best iPad apps to use with Apple Pencil, and today The Iconfactory is shipping version 2.0 which starts with a refreshed name: Linea Sketch. Linea Sketch 2 includes new multitasking features, loads of new tools for illustrating and note-taking, and much more.
The Definition of Advertising in Less Than 50 Words
Ads in 2018 are anything but straightforward — but that’s kind of the point.
Consider for a minute that this green rainbow is an ad:
McDonald’s “Shambow” light installation, Chicago, St. Patrick’s Day 2018 (Image via Adweek)
And this “Ketchup” jersey is also an ad:
Doritos’ limited edition Ketchup streetwear line (Image via Adweek)
Once easily defined in terms of medium, today’s ads are designed to slip seamlessly into our lives without causing noticable disruptions (whether or not they always succeed in this area is another story entirely).
With advertisers working harder than ever to create unexpected (and undetected) ad experiences, a clear definition of advertising is more difficult than you might think to pin down. If you’re here, I’m guessing you’re looking for a succinct, simple definition of advertising. Maybe even — and I’m reaching here — in 50 words or less? I won’t delay you further.
What is Advertising?
Advertising is a form of communication that attempts to influence the behavior of a defined target audience. Any message developed and placed with the ultimate intention of persuading a group to take a specific action (such as buying a product) can be considered an ad.
To be considered an ad, messages don’t need to specifically mention a product or service. In fact, many of the ads you encounter on a daily basis are more about cultivating a general sense of awareness for a brand than directly influencing buying decisions right away.
As a general rule of thumb, if you think it’s an ad, then it probably is.
