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Apple releases macOS Big Sur 11.2 with fixes for Bluetooth, external display issues, more

After 3 RC builds being released over the previous weeks, Apple has officially released macOS Big Sur 11.2 for all users today. The release includes some important fixes for Bluetooth, external display, iCloud issues, and more. macOS Big Sur 11.2 is rolling out now and should appear in System Preferences > Software Update. Keep checking […]

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HomeKit news, NFC Apple Watch band Shortcuts, and more on HomeKit Insider

On the latest episode of HomeKit Insider, we discuss some great iOS Shortcuts — such as launching a HomeKit scene from a special Apple Watch band — and we bring you the latest news, plus more answers to users’ HomeKit questions.
Since the last episode, Apple has brought iOS 14.4 out of beta and into […]

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AirPods Max Battery Drain Is Real—Don’t Buy Them (For Now) – Review Geek

Apple Despite their $550 price tag and awkward design, the AirPods Max have managed to shake up the premium headphone landscape and set a new standard for sound quality and ANC. But Apple’s top-of-the-line headphones have common battery drain and charging issues, which makes them difficult to recommend. If you’ve got your heart set on […]

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AirPods Max Battery Drain Is Real—Don’t Buy Them (For Now) – Review Geek

Apple Despite their $550 price tag and awkward design, the AirPods Max have managed to shake up the premium headphone landscape and set a new standard for sound quality and ANC. But Apple’s top-of-the-line headphones have common battery drain and charging issues, which makes them difficult to recommend. If you’ve got your heart set on […]

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Google reveals more on how it’s upping Android security

In order to secure its mobile operating system Android, Google uses a multi-pronged approach that includes monthly security updates to patch vulnerabilities reported through its Vulnerability Rewards Program (VRP) as well as hardening measures to protect against undiscovered vulnerabilities. All vulnerabilities submitted through VRP are analyzed by the company’s security engineers to determine the root […]

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Best streamer in 2021: Roku, Apple TV 4K, Fire Stick, Chromecast with Google TV and more compared

So you need a new device to connect to your TV and stream video, but you’re not sure which one? We’ve got you covered. This guide will help you find the best streaming device that connects to your TV and streams video — something you’ll likely use every day for hours at a time to […]

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Best streamer in 2021: Roku, Apple TV 4K, Fire Stick, Chromecast with Google TV and more compared

So you need a new device to connect to your TV and stream video, but you’re not sure which one? We’ve got you covered. This guide will help you find the best streaming device that connects to your TV and streams video — something you’ll likely use every day for hours at a time to […]

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Nvidia GeForce NOW Client Gains Native Support for Apple Silicon Macs

Nvidia’s GeForce Now game streaming service has been updated to work natively with Macs powered by Apple silicon, offering official support for both M1-equipped and Intel-based machines for the first time. GeForce NOW for Mac lets you use a virtual GeForce GTX gaming PC in the cloud to run games that otherwise may not be […]

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iPhone tip: I’ve been using an iPhone for years, and only just found this feature

My iPhone is rarely far away. I pick up the thing dozens of times a day, and I spend far too long staring into it. Which is why I’m embarrassed that I only just discovered a feature the other day. If you’re like me, you’ll have a lot of apps installed. In order to tame […]

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