Benjamin and Chance analyze what’s new in the just-announced M3 MacBook Air and praise the MacBook Air lineup as it stands today, iOS 17.4 brings a whole host of changes to comply with the EU Digital Markets Act, and Apple TV+ launches a limited time catalog of movies to watch. Chance also gives us a one-month check in on the Vision Pro. 

And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance explains why he has decided to delete TikTok from his phone, and we discuss how to find a healthy balance in social media usage.

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We learned with the public launch of iOS 17.4 that Apple included fixes for two exploited vulnerabilities and two other security issues. Now with the arrival of macOS 14.4, there are over 50 security patches and the list of security fixes for iOS 17.4 has been updated to over 40.

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China and Japan boost grants to TSMC as it builds new fabs and expands capacities.

Aside from half a dozen new emoji characters, macOS Sonoma 14.4 lets you view transcripts of your favorite shows in Apple's Podcasts app.

It could be time to step up your wearables game. Right now you can save on stainless steel Apple Watch 9 with cellular coverage.

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It could be time to step up your wearables game. Right now you can save on stainless steel Apple Watch 9 with cellular coverage.

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In addition to iOS 17.4 and visionOS 1.1 this week, Apple has updated the Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and HomePod. Today’s release includes macOS Sonoma 14.4, tvOS 17.4, watchOS 10.4, and the HomePod 17.4 software update.

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Apple has released visionOS 1.1 for all users. The Apple Vision Pro software update features a number of changes that should be welcome to early owners.

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PayPal on Thursday announced that it is bringing Tap to Pay on iPhone to its business customers through the Venmo and PayPal Zettle platforms in the US. With Tap to Pay on iPhone, vendors can use an iPhone to accept contactless payments, whether with Apple Pay, NFC-enabled cards, or other digital wallets.

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Nvidia has released a few updates for GeForce Now. It has introduced day passes into its pricing structure giving gamers 24-hour access windows into its premium streaming tiers, and a variable refresh rate support in the form of "Cloud G-Sync".

Happy Digital Markets Act Day to those who celebrate. Apple has published a document titled “Apple’s Non-Confidential Summary of DMA Compliance Report” in which it outlines policy changes now in effect. In the new 12-page document, Apple outlines more future changes coming to EU users later this year and early next year.

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iOS 17.4 introduces support for alternative app stores (alternative app marketplaces) in the European Union, in compliance with the Digital Markets Act.

Apple explained earlier this week how these features are made available, based on the Apple ID region and geolocation of the device. It previously said there was a ‘grace period’ in which users could travel outside the EU for a short time and continue using alternative app marketplaces. The company has now clarified exactly how long that is …

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An enthusiast overclocker has obtained a Core i9-14900KS and showcased delidding it for better temperatures.

Can't afford a Studio Display or another 5K monitor? The new BenQ PD3225U Designer Monitor might be perfect for you.

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Can't afford a Studio Display or another 5K monitor? The new BenQ PD3225U Designer Monitor might be perfect for you.

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If spring weather has you thinking it’s time to upgrade to Apple’s latest and greatest, today’s $227 discounts on cellular Apple Watch Series 9 stainless steel styles is hear to answer the call. These deals come joined by Apple Pencil 2 at $79, as well as a rare chance to save on the Sonos Era 300 AirPlay 2 smart speaker at $359. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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The first round of reviews of the 2024 MacBook Air focus on the performance gained from the new Apple M3 processor.

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The first round of reviews of the 2024 MacBook Air focus on the performance gained from the new Apple M3 processor.

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The 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro is the only model in the lineup that cannot drive more than one external display, but Apple will fix this omission in software. The company tells 9to5Mac it’s working on a macOS software update that’ll...

Sanwa Supply has released a USB foot pedal with three buttons that can be programmed to input as any key.

After nine years, AMD is finally updating its FreeSync requirements spec sheet. The new requirements are substantially greater than what they were previously, now AMD is enforcing a 144Hz refresh rate limit for 1080P and 1440P monitors.

A new toy has landed for the fantastic Montessori-inspired iOS app Pok Pok. “Shapes” helps kids with fine motor skills, problem-solving, imagination, confidence, and more.

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