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When Apple launched the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus they were the first non-Pro iPhones to sport the Dynamic Island. That meant that there were new requirements for the companies tasked with building those displays, and it seems that one of the companies that was expected to pick up a chunk of the slack has so far been unable …

6 December 2023, 17:09 GMT Updated 38 minutes ago Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Mr McCarthy served on the US House of Representatives for 16 years Former US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has said he will be retiring from Congress at the end of December. Mr McCarthy, 58, made the announcement on Wednesday in an opinion piece in the …

The default keyboard for Mac users is Apple’s own Magic Keyboard, which brings the same kind of low-profile keyboard you’d find on the company’s laptops. Then, if you want to upgrade, you can go for something like the Logitech MX Keys for Mac or a true mechanical keyboard. But if you do end up liking the Magic Keyboard and want …

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who was ousted from his role by a faction of his own party earlier this year, will retire from Congress at the end of the month, he said on Wednesday. “I have decided to depart the House at the end of this year to serve America in new ways,” McCarthy wrote in an op-ed published …

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET Car troubles are never fun. But information is power and can mean the difference between your car being off the road for several days while you wait for repairs or potentially being able to do a quick fix yourself and get back on the road fast. Modern cars are good at knowing when something is wrong and will …

Last Updated on December 6, 2023 If you’ve needed a portable Bluetooth speaker worth every cent, Amazon has a gift for you before the upcoming Christmas sale. The Sony SRS-XV800 X-Series Portable Bluetooth Speaker was previously listed for $548.00, which has now dropped to $498.00, saving you $50. You may see this as a huge expense despite the discount. But …

Apple has shared the full release notes for iOS 17.2, which is in the final stage of beta testing and should be released to the public next week. iOS 17.2 includes a long list of new features and changes, including a Journal app, spatial video recording on iPhone 15 Pro models, several improvements to the Messages and Weather apps, a …

Tribit StormBox Flow: Specifications Price: $79 / £65Colors: BlackSize: 7.9 x 3.6 x 2.1 inchesWeight: 1.5 poundsBattery life (rated): 30 hoursConnectivity: Bluetooth 5.3Durability: IP67-rated As our guide to the best cheap Bluetooth speakers testifies, finding a portable speaker that balances sound, durability and value for money can be a rare discovery. Tribit has gained a reputation for delivering good sound …

Apple has confirmed that foreign governments have been carrying out what has been described as “push notification spying,” stating that the company was not previously allowed to disclose the practice. Governments have been serving both Apple and Google with secret legal orders to hand over details of the push notifications sent to iPhones and Android smartphones … Push notification spying …

Want to add some extra wireless connectivity to your computer? It’s an easy fix, with USB, M.2, and PCIe solutions. The convenience of Bluetooth is mostly taken for granted these days. Wireless accessories connect quickly and easily, and there’s no cable clutter with which you must contend. However, not all devices come with a wireless Bluetooth connection right out of …