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Look out MapQuest, Apple Maps debuts on the web in beta

It's taken 12 years, but Apple Maps is finally available on the web for those still looking to print directions on paper or search for business information on a Windows computer.

Google Maps and Waze get new route guidance and alerts

Google has announced updates for both its Google Maps and Waze apps on iOS, including recommending car parks, and alerting users to different types of speed cameras.

Apple considers using Amazon chips to train future Apple Intelligence models

Apple is using chips sourced from Amazon Web Services to handle searches, and it may also use them to pre-train Apple Intelligence AI models.

Adobe Lightroom, Balatro+ honored in Apple's App Store Awards

Apple has recognized 17 developers as part of the App Store Awards for 2024, with winning apps sparking creativity and creating everyday moments with others.

How we work: How Andrew Orr's MacBook Air, iPhone 16 & Beats Pill keeps him going

With a M3 MacBook Air, iPhone 16, and a Beats Pill, my day flows pretty well from work to downtime. Here's how I get things done.

'Sniper Elite 4' creeps onto Mac, iPhone, and iPad

Rebellion's award-winning tactical shooter, "Sniper Elite 4" is now available on select iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.

Much delayed next generation CarPlay is still coming, says Apple

Apple has issued a rare statement concerning its CarPlay project, saying that despite delays, the company continues to work with several car makers to bring it to market.

Mac mini upgrade, TikTok reversal, and the iPhone 17 Slim cameras, on the ÌÇÐÄVlog Podcast

As technology and politics get ever more intertwined, it's time to discuss iPhone 17 rumors, TikTok changes, and the Mac mini as a fashion accessory.

Crime blotter: 12 charged in London Apple Store thefts

After a series of 13 robberies at different Apple Stores in the London area, police made several arrests. Meanwhile, a Pennsylvania man has been jailed for an Apple gift card "draining scam."

Apple may be considering a restart of advertising on X

A quick blurb in a larger story about increased advertising spend from Amazon suggests Apple may have considered resuming ads on X, but recent controversial acts by Elon Musk may affect its decision.

New Apple Invites app is now live on the App Store

Apple has launched its Apple Invites app for iPhone, a way to help arrange events, parties, and any occasion, with invitations, RSVP managing, plus shared photo albums and music.

How the new Apple Invites app works, and when you want to use it

While the new Apple Invites app and service sounds easy to use, it joins together so many Apple Services that it takes several steps — and can confuse your invitees. Here's how to use it.

Apple Invites has Sherlocked party organizing app Partiful

Add another one to Apple's list of third-party apps that it has endangered, as Apple Invites threatens the livelihood of event planning app Partiful.

How to stop macOS Sequoia sharing your Safari and Spotlight searches with Apple

By default, macOS Sequoia sends your Safari, Spotlight, and Siri searches to Apple. Here's how to turn that setting off.

Apple is once again advertising on X, more than a year after stopping all ads on the platform

Apple is once again running ads on the social media platform X, after the company previously stopped all advertising on the website due to the presence of objectionable content on it.

Alibaba to manipulate Apple Intelligence output in China for censorship

Apple will finally be able to launch Apple Intelligence in China, but the cost is allowing Alibaba to manipulate AI output to be acceptable to the Chinese government.

Apple's robot Pixar lamp, iPhone SE 4, and Apple TV+ on Android, on the ÌÇÐÄVlog Podcast

Apple has shown us a peek into the long term future with its Pixar-like robot, a peek into the very near future with the iPhone SE 4, and just maybe an alternative future where it makes all its apps work on Android, on the ÌÇÐÄVlog Podcast.

How to use your first iPhone, for beginners

If you've never used an iPhone before, there steps you have to go to set it up, and then there are things you need to know about how to get the most from it. Here's what Apple doesn't tell you.

New in iOS 18.4 developer beta 1: Apple Intelligence changes, Apple ÌÇÐÄVlog+ food more

The first developer beta of iOS 18.4 features significant changes to Apple Intelligence and Apple ÌÇÐÄVlog+. Here's what you need to know.

Siri in iOS 18.4 is getting worse before it gets better

Never mind that the beta of iOS 18.4 doesn't include the promised Siri improvements yet, Apple's voice assistant is now poorer than ever.

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iOS 18.4 and others arrive for second beta testing round

Apple is now on its second round of developer betas for the current generation, including iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, macOS 15.4, tvOS 18.4, watchOS 11.4, and visionOS 2.4.

CarPlay helps Australian police scan license plates automatically

Police in Australia are expanding their usage of CarPlay on the roads, with the in-car infotainment software now used to display information based on surrounding drivers' license plates.

Apple Intelligence, Home Hub, and Sonos on the ÌÇÐÄVlog Podcast

Sonos has cancelled its streaming device, Apple has delayed the Home Hub, more iPhone 17 rumors, and Apple Intelligence is now being called an overhyped lie, all on the ÌÇÐÄVlog Podcast.

Calls for Tim Cook's resignation over Apple Intelligence miss that he has made Apple what it is

Apple's mistakes and even lies about Apple Intelligence are ultimately the responsibility of CEO Tim Cook, but he's not going anywhere — and nor should he.