Big news for video and music creators: Apple has just announced the release of Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad! Set to launch on May 23, 2023, these powerful tools will revolutionize the way creators work, allowing them to unleash their creativity like never before.
Read MoreWell, folks, hold onto your hats, because the music event of the century is upon us. Apple Music Live is back with its second season, and it's starting off with a bang. Are you ready for it? Drumroll, please... Global superstar Ed Sheeran will be kicking off the festivities with a live performance! Wow, who would've guessed? I mean, it's not like he's *everywhere* already, right?
Read MoreApple recently reported its second-quarter financial results for 2023, with quarterly revenue of $94.8 billion, down 3% year over year. Despite the decrease in revenue, Apple's CEO Tim Cook highlighted the company's achievements: “We are pleased to report an all-time record in Services and a March quarter record for iPhone despite the challenging macroeconomic environment, and to have our installed base of active devices reach an all-time high.”
Read MoreApple has just announced the addition of 20 exciting new titles to its popular game subscription service, Apple Arcade, which now boasts over 200 incredibly fun games for all ages. Among the new releases, you'll find games like WHAT THE CAR?, TMNT Splintered Fate, Disney SpellStruck, and Cityscapes: Sim Builder. With these additions, Apple Arcade's already extensive collection of games is set to become even more diverse and enjoyable.
Read MoreBluetooth location-tracking devices, such as Apple's AirTag and Tile, are often used to help people find their personal items like keys, wallets, and bags through crowdsourced finding networks. However, these devices can also be misused for unwanted tracking of individuals. To combat this, Apple and Google have jointly submitted a proposed industry specification to address the misuse of Bluetooth location-tracking devices for unwanted tracking.
Read MoreThis weekend I found myself at a bit of a loose end. It was too early to start drinking, without admitting I might have a problem anyway, and it was also raining outside negating the idea of going for a walk. Unable to find anything that really caught my attention on YouTube I thought I’d dust off the OBS app on my Mac and try a Facebook live video.
Read MoreIt's time to break out the popcorn, boot up YouTube and settle down for the second thrilling instalmeant of Star Wars: DSIT (Death Star IT (Information Technology)). Follow the continuing adventures of Dave and Bob, two sub-contractors working for the Imperial IT department on the technological marvel that is the brand new Death Star.
Read MoreAfter many years of the Mac & Forth web site looking a certain way, our very own Dean Murphy has taken on the task of dragging us all into the modern age with a brand new looking site. I am so happy and pleased with all his hard work, not only on the site but with all the accompanying rebranding across our social media sites and onto our forthcoming podcasts. Thank you greatly Dean.
Read MoreA recent article in The Guardian has thrown a little doubt on the actual usefulness of sleep trackers. Their article explains how the apps actually offer very little data outside of how much your body might move while you sleep. As a result I started to leave my Apple Watch off overnight to experience the difference.
Read MoreThe latest update to the Overcast app allows you to transfer podcasts to the Apple Watch and listen to them without the need for the iPhone. Ideal for when heading out on a run or another form of excersise.
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