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What Foreign Founders Can Learn From Korea
Startups do not usually fail because nobody gives them a desk. They fail because the right engineer, buyer, researcher, investor or test environment is just out of reach when the company needs it most. That is one of my key takeaways after visiting Pangyo Techno Valley , Koreas large technology cluster south of Seoul. The location is often compared with Silicon Valley, but the more useful comparison is not about famous companies or startup valuations. It is about physical design. Pangyo puts young companies, established tech firms, accelerators, public-sector support staff, research organizations and specialized facilities in close proximity. The goal is to reduce the friction between having an idea and proving it works outside a slide deck. During a recent visit, I met with officials from the Gyeonggido Business & Science Accelerator, or GBSA, at the Pangyo Startup Campus. GBSA is not a startup or an investment fund. It is a public, nonprofit agency that supports businesses in Gyeonggi Province and helps operate parts of the Pangyo ecosystem. The most interesting part of the conversation was not that GBSA offers startup office space. Plenty of places do that. It was the idea that a startups physical location can become an operating advantage when it puts the company close to people and facilities that can help answer expensive questions: Can/how this product be tested? Is there a research partner who understands the problem? Can someone introduce the team to a pilot customer? Is there public support available before the company burns another six months of runway? In the West, startup support is often scattered. An accelerator may be downtown, a university lab may be across town, a corporate partner may be in another state, and a government program may be administered through a separate agency with little day-to-day contact with founders. It is effective, Silicon Valley itself proves it, but it creates more coordination and requires more network power for the startup. Pangyos model is more intentionally concentrated. GBSA officials described a campus that brings together startups, 19 accelerators and support institutions, with research organizations nearby. The agencys public Startup Campus program supports prospective founders and technology startups up to seven years old, separating its space offerings across pre-startup, early-stage and growth-stage companies. ( see GBSAs Startup Campus program ) A team with only an idea does not need the same help as a company with early revenue, and neither needs exactly what a more mature deep-tech company needs. Deep-tech startups, in particular, can spend years moving from concept to a working demonstration because access to equipment, specialists and credible test environments is limited. GBSA officials said they run public proof-of-concept projects that select roughly 20 to 30 companies, give them access to relevant facilities for six months to a year, and provide up to KRW 20 million in support. Those are interview-sourced program details, not available to every applicant. For those who have access, it may unlock a demonstration, experiment or technical relationship that a small startup could not arrange alone. This is where physical density becomes more than real estate or convenience. A startup campus is useful when being there shortens the path to a researcher, an accelerator, a public testbed or an enterprise conversation. The value is to shorten and accelerate the iteration loop through which all great startups use seeking the perfect product. The agency is also trying to orient that model around the next set of technology priorities. Officials said Gyeonggi Province is emphasizing AI, while related programs are still being developed. They also said a fabless-specialized district is under discussion. Fabless companies design semiconductors but outsource manufacturing, avoiding the enormous cost of owning a chip fabrication plant (like NVIDIA). Both ideas should be treated as plans, not completed Pangyo initiatives, but they show an effort to direct the cluster toward AI, advanced mobility and semiconductor-related work. There is also a limited but potentially useful lesson for foreign founders. GBSA officials said there was no U.S. company on the campus at the time of our meeting, and I dont think theres a formal landing program for overseas startups. However, a foreign company with a Korean market question, an R&D need, a manufacturing connection or a partnership thesis could reasonably reach out and see whether there is synergy with the local ecosystem, in my opinion. (From left) Ubergizmo Editor-in-Chief Hubert Nguyen and Techno Valley Innovation Group Director So Yeon Lee take a commemorative photo after concluding the meetup. | Photo by AVING News (https://us.aving.net) GBSA already runs outward-facing support for Pangyo startups, including global acceleration, overseas commercialization funding, translation and interpretation in English, Chinese and Japanese, and investor-startup exchanges. Its published program lists support for 12 globally promising startups through acceleration, commercialization support for 20 tenant startups, 350 language-support cases and four investment-exchange events. That activity is mainly designed to help Korean companies go abroad, particularly toward the U.S. market. But the same connections can matter to foreign investors, accelerators, university labs and companies looking for Korean technology partners. In the end, buildings do not create innovation, and a campus can become an expensive real-estate project if its managers do not convert proximity into genuinely useful connections and outcomes. For founders out there, do not ask only whether an ecosystem has money or prestige. Ask whether it can help you make the next (very) expensive decision faster. What Foreign Founders Can Learn From Koreas Pangyo Model , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
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Apple has added a new iPhone Handoff feature to iOS 27 that will allow you to switch between two iPhones while using the same phone number on each device. This functionality was briefly mentioned during the WWDC 2026 keynote in June, on a slide that listed hundreds of new features coming in iOS 27 and corresponding software updates, but Apple never shared any further details at the time. MacRumors forum member pdfu today shared a video that demonstrates how the feature will work, using two simulated iPhones running in Xcode 27's Device Hub. iPhone Handoff can be set up from the Settings app, under the Cellular menu. During the setup process, you can choose which iPhone you want to be the main device that you use most often and which one you want to be the companion device. Apple says a user's main eSIM will remain on the main iPhone, while the companion iPhone will receive a companion eSIM, and this will enable you to switch between the devices back and forth while using the same phone number. All cellular settings are managed on the main iPhone, and location sharing is based on whichever iPhone is actively using the phone number. In addition to needing two iPhones running iOS 27, iPhone Handoff will seemingly require carrier support. The forum post mentions that T-Mobile in the U.S. and Deutsche Telekom in Germany might be among the first carriers to offer the feature. Following three months of beta testing, iOS 27 is expected to be released later this month, so we will likely hear more about this feature soon. Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 This article, iOS 27 Introduces New 'iPhone Handoff' Feature first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
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iOS 27: Release date, Beta, compatible iPhones and all new features
Macworld Apple has officially unveiled the new features coming to compatible iPhones running iOS 27 later this year, introducing major Apple Intelligence upgrades, changes to Siri, parental controls enhancements and improvements across core iPhone apps. iOS 27 is currently available as a beta test version for developers and public testers. The software has been going through several months of testing before its full public release which is likely to happen in the next few weeks. Apple typically launches new versions of iOS in September, often around the second week making Monday, September 14 a likely release date based on past patterns. iOS 27 will be supported on every iPhone all the way back to iPhone 11 and iPhone SE 2, though some Apple Intelligence and Siri related features will only be available on newer iPhones. This hub contains everything Apple has confirmed will be coming in iOS 27 when it launches, including new features, compatible iPhones, beta release information, Apple Intelligence updates and whats new for Siri. Whats New in iOS 27 at a Glance Siri AI : Apples new Siri AI combines personal context, onscreen awareness and web knowledge to deliver more natural conversations, richer answers, app actions and cross-device chat history. Apple Intelligence across apps : Apple Intelligence expands across Safari, Photos, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Home and Shortcuts, adding smarter suggestions, automation, image generation and context-aware assistance. Smarter Photos editing : Photos gains Spatial Reframing, Extend and an upgraded Clean Up tool, allowing users to improve composition, expand images and remove distractions more naturally. Child safety and parental controls : New parental controls include Ask to Browse, Time Allowances, app schedules and enhanced Communication Safety tools designed to give parents more control. Safari and productivity upgrades : Safari can organise tabs, monitor webpages and build extensions from descriptions, while Passwords, Calendar and Shortcuts gain powerful new AI-powered capabilities. iOS 27 release date: When will Apple release iOS 27? September 2026 iOS 27 has been in beta since it was unveiled at WWDC in June, but the official version of iOS 27 will not be available to install on compatible iPhones until later in 2026. Apple has confirmed that the iPhone launch event will take place on September 9, so we anticipate that iOS 27 will be available to download on Monday, September 14, as the iOS download usually closely follows Apples September event. What is the latest iOS 27 beta? As of September 1, iOS 27 beta 8 is now available to developers, with the public beta expected shortly. At this late stage in the development cycle, Apple is focusing on stability rather than adding new features, with recent betas mainly delivering bug fixes, security updates, performance improvements and final polish ahead of launch. Siri AI in iOS 27 Apple By far the biggest upgrade coming in iOS 27 is Siri AI Apples new Apple Intelligence-powered version of Siri. Apple says it is more personal, conversational and capable than the current assistant, with support for natural follow-up questions, personal context, onscreen awareness and up-to-date information from the web. Siri AI features More natural conversations : Siri AI can understand open-ended questions, follow-up requests and more complex natural language, making interactions feel less like issuing simple voice commands. Personal context : Siri can draw on information stored in Messages, Mail, Photos and Notes to find details and answer questions. For example, you could ask it to find information buried in an old email or message. Onscreen awareness : Siri can understand what youre viewing and act on it, such as saving an address from a message, adding an event to Calendar or answering questions about an article. Camera intelligence : A new Siri Camera mode lets you show Siri something through the iPhones camera, then ask questions or perform actions based on what it sees. More capable app actions : Siri can perform tasks within apps such as Messages, Music and Reminders. It can, for example, edit a recently sent message, add a song to a playlist or handle more complex Apple Music requests. Better general knowledge and web answers : Siri can use information from the web to answer questions about recent events and tackle more specific or complicated queries than before. Conversation history across devices : A dedicated Siri app lets users revisit previous conversations, pin important chats and continue conversations across Apple devices using iCloud syncing. More natural Siri voices : Siri gains more expressive voices, with controls on compatible devices for adjusting speaking pace and expressiveness. Voice customisation requires an iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air or newer. Improved dictation : Better speech recognition, automatic punctuation, capitalisation and formatting allow users to dictate more naturally when converting speech into text. AI-assisted message replies : Siri can compose contextual replies in Messages using the conversation, personal information and web searches. Shortcuts can also automate replies to selected contacts, although manual Siri-assisted replies allow users to check and edit the response before it is sent. For more Siri AI message replies read about what happened when we made Siri AI Answer all our Messages . How good is Siri AI? Siri AI represents a significant improvement over the old Siri, particularly when handling conversational questions, current information and personal context. Early testing suggests it can deal with far more complicated requests than Siri previously could. Apple Music is a good example: Siri can identify very specific groups of songs, create playlists and combine music knowledge with reasoning. It could therefore become one of the biggest reasons to upgrade to iOS 27, potentially changing Siri from a basic voice-command system into a more general way of interacting with the iPhone. However, Siri AI is still in beta. Testing has revealed server failures, incorrect answers, weak reasoning and unexplained limitations, so its usefulness will depend heavily on how much Apple improves reliability before release. Apples approach to AI safety also appears more restrained than some rival chatbots, with Siri designed to avoid excessive flattery, pretending to be human or responding inappropriately to potentially harmful requests. When will Siri AI launch? Apple says iOS 27 arrives in autumn 2026, but Siri AI does not yet have a specific public release date. Apple currently says the new Siri will launch in English later in 2026. Regional Siri AI availability Siri AI will not initially be available on iPhone or iPad in the EU. It will also remain unavailable in China while Apple works through regulatory issues. Siri AI compatibility Some Siri AI features have more demanding hardware requirements than others. In particular, Apples new Siri voice customisation controls require an iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air or newer. Apple Intelligence across apps As well as Siri AI, the enhanced Apple Intelligence will also power new AI-powered features in Apples core apps throughout iOS 27. Safari will organise tabs into topics, monitor webpages for changes and even build extensions from natural-language descriptions. Photos is set to gain a new Spatial Reframing edit tools including and an upgraded Clean Up feature. Messages, Mail and Calendar will be able to understand context, suggest actions and create events from simple descriptions. New features coming to apps in iOS 27 iOS 27 brings a mix of major Apple Intelligence upgrades and smaller quality-of-life improvements across Safari, Photos, Messages, AirPods, Passwords, Wallet and other core iPhone apps. Apple is also making iOS more adaptable to different screen sizes and orientations, changes that appear to be laying some of the groundwork for its expected folding iPhone. Safari Safari will automatically group tabs into topics, making related pages easier to find. A new Notify Me feature will monitor webpages and alert you to changes such as price drops or products coming back into stock. Apple is also adding Describe an Extension, which lets users create custom Safari extensions simply by explaining what they want the extension to do. Apple Photos Photos gains significantly more powerful AI editing tools . Spatial Reframing/Reframe can alter the composition and perspective of an existing photo, while Extend generates new image content beyond the original frame when straightening a horizon or changing the aspect ratio. Apple Clean Up has also been improved, with Fast and High Quality modes for removing unwanted objects. High Quality mode can produce considerably more natural results, although more ambitious edits can still introduce distortions or invented details. Photos also adds new categories and the ability to save a frame from a video as a full-resolution photo. The resulting HEIF or JPG retains the videos original resolution, date and location metadata rather than simply creating a screenshot. Camera Apple is developing a customizable Camera interface, although it has not appeared consistently throughout the iOS 27 beta cycle. It could arrive in a later iOS 27 update . Apple is also reportedly developing Apple Reference Image , an authentication system designed to prove that a photo or video was genuinely captured on an iPhone and has not subsequently been manipulated. The feature would use additional metadata and Apples Private Cloud Compute to authenticate an image and assign it a unique ID. Its usefulness may be greatest for journalists, insurers and investigators rather than as a general solution to AI-generated imagery, particularly because authentication would be optional and social networks frequently remove metadata. Messages Foundry Messages gets several useful improvements. You can also decide what the microphone button beside the text field does . Under Settings > Apps > Messages > Show in Text Field, it can be set to Record Audio, Start Dictation or None. Disabling it does not remove either feature: dictation remains available from the keyboard and audio messages remain in the + menu. Voice-message playback controls are easier to access, while Apple Intelligence can suggest actions based on a conversation, such as creating a reminder, making a note or finding relevant photos. Messages will also gain smarter suggested replies that can better reflect the users writing style. Drawing Foundry A new dedicated Drawing app replaces the old hidden handwriting interface. Accessible from the + menu, it uses the familiar pens, colours and drawing controls found in Notes and Markup, with finished drawings sent as images. Mail Mail gains more context-aware smart replies, including responses that can better match the users usual writing style. Apple Intelligence can also surface information from Mail elsewhere in iOS. For example, the Phone app could retrieve a flight confirmation number from an email when you call an airline. Phone A new Call Context feature can surface information that may be useful when calling a business. Apple says the information is selected according to who you are calling rather than by listening to the conversation. For example, calling an airline could cause iOS to surface the relevant flight confirmation from Mail. Birthday reminders can also appear when calling contacts whose birthdays are stored on the iPhone. FaceTime FaceTime gains Dual Capture, allowing the front and rear cameras to be used at the same time during a call. Passwords Passwords in iOS 27 will fix things for you. Apple The Passwords app will continue to warn about weak, reused and compromised credentials, but iOS 27 goes a step further by offering to fix some of them automatically. Using Apple Intelligence, Passwords can visit supported websites, change a vulnerable password and save the replacement credentials. See: Apple got rid of my biggest password headache . The usefulness of the feature will depend on how widely websites are supported and how well it handles obstacles such as two-factor authentication and unusual account-management interfaces. Shortcuts Shortcuts gains Describe a Shortcut, allowing users to create automations simply by explaining what they want to happen. Apple Intelligence will interpret the request and assemble the appropriate actions across supported apps, potentially making Shortcuts significantly easier to use for people unfamiliar with building automations manually. Calendar Calendar can create or modify events from natural-language instructions. Apple says the app can recognise contacts, locations, dates and other event details as users type, reducing the amount of information that needs to be entered manually. Image Playground Image Playground is becoming considerably more powerful. Apple says it can create photorealistic images and lets users modify generated pictures simply by describing the changes they want. Individual objects can also be selected, resized or repositioned. AI-generated images will include a SynthID watermark identifying them as synthetic content. Wallet Wallet can create custom passes from QR codes. Users can add their own fields and information to the pass, and passes automatically sync to Apple Watch. Home app Apple Intelligence comes to the Home app for compatible HomeKit Secure Video cameras. It can group related camera notifications, describe recorded video and highlight clips that appear particularly noteworthy. Maps Apple Maps improves Flyover using higher-quality aerial imagery and Visual Intelligence models. Apple says this produces sharper architectural detail and more realistic rendering of elements such as individual trees. Podcasts Video podcasts become easier to use, with improved controls for switching between watching a podcast and simply listening to it. Fitness Workout summaries have been redesigned to make them easier to share. Users can also hide completed Fitness+ workouts. iOS 27 changes beyond the iPhone CarPlay CarPlay gains an audio scrubber, giving drivers and passengers more direct control when moving through audio tracks and other content. AirPods iOS 27 introduces several new AirPods features . A new Custom EQ lets users independently adjust bass, mids and treble using a simple three-band equalizer under Settings > AirPods > Audio and Routing > Equalizer > Custom. Compatible AirPods also gain improved Precision Finding through Find My, making individual earbuds easier to locate. Some features require both iOS 27 and compatible AirPods firmware. Read How to tune your AirPods with a custom EQ in iOS 27 . Other changes coming with iOS 27 Its not only individual apps that will see changes. Home Screen and landscape mode Apple is making iOS significantly more flexible when dealing with different screen orientations and sizes. More Apple apps now work properly in landscape, including Health, Home, Music, Weather and Watch. Dynamic Island and Live Activities can also adapt to landscape orientation. The Home Screen additionally supports extra-large widgets. These changes could simply improve iPhone usability, but they also appear well suited to Apples expected folding iPhone, which is likely to have an unusual, wider aspect ratio. Evidence within Apples software also includes new foldState and angleDegrees variables that could allow apps to respond to whether a device is folded and at what angle. iPhone Mirroring in macOS 27 has similarly become freely resizable, with Apple apps dynamically rearranging their interfaces as the window changes shape. Liquid Glass refinements Apple Apple says Liquid Glass has been refined for better readability, more uniform refraction and improved contrast. A new slider lets users adjust the look from ultraclear to fully tinted, while updated icons, toolbars, sidebars and window shapes add polish. Ringtones, alarms and alert volume iOS 27 finally separates several sound-volume controls . Instead of one combined Ringtone and Alerts slider, users can independently adjust: Ringtones Alarms and timers Alerts and system sounds The change is optional. Under Settings > Sounds & Haptics, turning off Match Ringtone Volume reveals separate controls. Media and call volume continue to work independently as before. Keyboard iOS 27 introduces a new quick-paste control above the keyboard. It lets you paste recently copied text, images or screenshots without having to long-press inside a text field, making everyday copy-and-paste considerably faster. Apple has also made the Liquid Glass keyboard design more consistent across apps. Privacy and Find My iOS 27 introduces the ability to temporarily pause Find My location sharing without notifying the person with whom the location is normally shared. Recovery and troubleshooting Apple is also expanding the iPhones recovery interface, giving users more options for diagnosing problems and recovering an iPhone without immediately connecting it to another device. System changes and how iOS 27 will make your iPhone faster Alongside the headline AI features, Apple says iOS 27 includes a wide range of under-the-hood improvements designed to make iPhones faster , smoother and more efficient. Apple says apps can launch up to 30% faster, newly taken photos can appear in the Photos library up to 70% faster, and AirDrop transfers can be up to 80% quicker. External drive transfers should also improve, while updates to network performance and the system-wide search index are designed to make connectivity and finding information faster. The company has also reworked core technologies including CPU scheduling, display performance and processing efficiency. These changes should benefit older iPhones in particular, with Apple promising smoother performance and more efficient battery use on devices as old as the iPhone 11 and second-generation iPhone SE. Our testing of the iOS 27 beta supports those claims. On an iPhone 11 Pro Max, Camera launch time fell from 0.98 seconds in iOS 26 to 0.65 seconds in iOS 27, while Maps improved from 3.01 seconds to 1.36 seconds. Everyday use also feels smoother, with more fluid animations, unlocking, Control Center and app transitions. The phone ran cooler during testing too, which could point to improved system efficiency and potentially better battery performance. More broadly, iOS 27 appears focused on refinement rather than simply adding new features. Apple says it has addressed dozens of common user frustrations, while changes such as more adjustable Liquid Glass effects are intended to improve readability and general usability. That focus should make iOS 27 particularly worthwhile for owners of older iPhones, even on models that do not support Siri AI. Those devices still gain performance improvements alongside features such as clipboard tools for the keyboard, independent alarm and timer volume controls, custom Wallet passes, Photos changes, larger widgets and Liquid Glass refinements. Child safety and parental controls Apple There are lots of improvements coming to parental controls, including new time allowances for entertainments, games, and social media, and new schedule tools for different times of day or days of the week. This includes new features like an expansion of the existing ask to buy feature for apps to websites. Before a child can view a new website, theyll have to ask for permission. Ask to Browse : Ask to Browse will expand the current Ask to Buy fetaure to the web. Apple says children will need to request permission before visiting new websites, and parents can review requests in Messages before approving. Communication Safety : Communication Safety will continue to help protect children from viewing or sharing nudity in Messages, FaceTime and other apps. Apple says it will also intervene before children see gore or violent content in shared images and videos. Time Allowances and schedules : Parents will be able to set Time Allowances across categories such as Entertainment, Games and Social Media. Recommendations are based on a childs age combined with guidance from clinical and child development experts. Schedules let parents choose which apps are available at different times or on different days. Redesigned Screen Time : Screen Time will get a redesigned interface with an at-a-glance view of average device usage and most-used apps. Apple says parents can quickly limit or extend access in the moment. Child accounts and family safety : Apple says child accounts remain central to age-appropriate protections. Parents can manage app access, web access, communication permissions and Screen Time settings. Apple says it is working with the American Academy of Pediatrics to adapt its Family Media Plan. Accessibility changes coming in iOS 27 Accessibility features will be smarter and more intuitive in iOS 27: VoiceOver will get richer image descriptions and better understanding of onscreen content. Live Recognition will let users press the Action button to ask questions about their surroundings and receive detailed responses. Voice Control will become more intuitive, allowing users to describe onscreen buttons and controls rather than remembering exact labels or numbers. Accessibility Reader will be able to handle more complex source material and provide summaries and translation. iOS 27 compatibility iPhone 11 is supported by iOS 27. Roman Loyola/IDG According to Apple, iOS 27 supports iPhones back to the iPhone 11 and second-generation iPhone SE, although some Apple Intelligence and Siri AI features require newer hardware. Support for iOS 27 does not mean every device gets every feature. Apple Intelligence requires an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 16 or later, while the most advanced on-device AI models require an iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone Air. On iPad, Apple Intelligence requires an M1-class model or the A17 Pro iPad mini, while the newest on-device models require an M4 iPad with at least 12GB of RAM. There had been speculation that the iPhone 11 series and iPhone SE 2 would miss out on iOS 27 after leaker Instant Digital claimed on Weibo that the 2019 iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max, along with the 2020 iPhone SE 2, would no longer be supported. That prediction proved incorrect, giving those models at least one more year of software support. However, the iPhone 11 generation is nearing the end of its support life. As we explain in our guide to how long Apple supports iPhones , the iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max have already been added to Apples Vintage iPhone list . The iOS 27 compatibility list is: iPhone 17e (launched in 2026 ) iPhone 17 , 17 Pro / 17 Pro Max (launched in 2025 ) iPhone Air (launched in 2025 ) iPhone 16e (launched in 2025 ) iPhone 16 / 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max (launched in 2024 ) iPhone 15 / 15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max (launched in 2023 ) iPhone 14 / 14 Plus / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max (launched in 2022 ) iPhone SE 3 (launched in 2022 ) iPhone 13 / 13 mini / 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max (launched in 2021 ) iPhone 12 / 12 mini / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max (launched in 2020 ) iPhone SE 2 (launched in 2020 ) iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max (launched in 2019 ) The main dividing line for Apple Intelligence remains the iPhone 15 Pro generation: the standard iPhone 15 and all older models can run iOS 27, but they do not support Apple Intelligence. FAQ 1. When is iOS 27 coming out? Apple hasnt confirmed exactly when iOS 27 will be available to install, but it usually launches to the general public in September, or at the latest October. Once iOS 27 launches Apple will likely continue beta development to test new features that werent available at launch. 2. Should I install the iOS 27 beta? Installing a beta lets you test new features ahead of release, so you may be keen to install the beta on your iPhone, but before you do beware of the risks. For most users, the recommendation is simple: dont install the beta. Pre-release software can be unstable. Bugs, performance issues, and app incompatibility are common as Apple uses the beta period to identify and fix problems before the final version launches. If, despite our warnings, youre still eager to try the new features, be sure to make a backup of all important information, passwords, and so on. If you want to uninstall the iOS 27 beta read: How to remove an iOS beta from your iPhone. 3. Which iPhones get iOS 27? The iPhone 11 and iPhone SE 2 and newer get iOS 27. However, the new Siri voices feature requires iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro or newer.
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Acer Unveils Mini AI PC Featuring NVIDIA RTX Spark Superchip
At the next@Acer global press conference during IFA 2026 in Berlin, Acer revealed a new small-form-factor desktop concept named the Acer SFF RTX Spark . Engineered to handle the rising computational demands of modern artificial intelligence, the ultra-efficient desktop integrates the NVIDIA RTX Spark superchip into a compact chassis designed specifically for next-generation Windows PC experiences. The machine is purpose-built for creators, artificial intelligence developers, and PC gamers who require substantial localized compute power without relying on cloud infrastructure. At its core, the platform accelerates edge AI adoption by pairing up to a 20-core NVIDIA Grace CPU with up to a 6,144-core Blackwell RTX GPU . This architecture is fully integrated with NVIDIAs full-stack AI platform and the complete suite of RTX technologies , unlocking high-fidelity real-time rendering, neural processing, and competitive gaming capabilities in a miniature form factor. Processing performance is highlighted by up to 1 petaflop of AI compute , enabling the desktop to run complex agentic AI models and autonomous personal digital agents directly on the device. To eliminate traditional memory bandwidth bottlenecks between central and graphics processors, the architecture incorporates up to 128 GB of high-speed unified memory . This vast pool of shared memory ensures that large language models, generative visual tools, and demanding simulation software can execute simultaneously with minimal latency while safeguarding sensitive user data locally. Acer envisions the concept as a blueprint for blending high-density workstation capabilities with consumer desk spaces. By bringing enterprise-grade silicon into a compact footprint, the system provides an agile hardware environment tailored to the emerging era of proactive, agentic operating systems. Acer has not yet disclosed commercial pricing, launch schedules, or final retail hardware configurations for systems built on the Acer SFF RTX Spark architecture. The manufacturer confirmed that global availability details for production models will be announced at a later date. Acer Unveils Mini AI PC Featuring NVIDIA RTX Spark Superchip , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Stock is slipping on this standing desk-ready chair, now $90 (Reg. $140)
Marsail Standing Desk Chair Buy for $90 (Reg. $140) What we love If you have a standing desk, you might as well pair it with a chair that can handle work at both lower and taller settings. Stock is slipping on this model and the price is low, so dont wait long if youre interested. more
Just $10 and this ocean-style Apple Watch band is yours (47% off)
Astorgos Ocean-Style Apple Watch Band Buy for $10 (Reg. $19) What we love Its easy to drop a whole lot more on similar bands made by bigger brands. While the quality may not be identical, its hard to argue while paying a fraction of the price. more
Acer Vero 16 Announced As A Repairable Copilot+ PC With Intel Core Ultra
At IFA in Berlin, Acer announced the fourth-generation Acer Vero 16 (V16-I71 / V16-I71T), a sustainable Copilot+ PC engineered around modularity, circular design, and AI-accelerated computing. Expanding its environmental strategy from a 3R framework to 4R by prioritizing repairability , Acer designed the laptop to reduce electronic waste and extend hardware lifespans. The chassis includes a tool-free bottom latch for quick internal access, allowing users to directly replace the battery and PCIe Gen 4 SSD . Additional service-friendly features include removable I/O port covers , a detachable external hinge , an engraved visual repair guide, and planned motherboard support for processor upgrades across at least two generations. Constructed for structural durability with MIL-STD-810H certification, the chassis uses 50% post-industrial recycled aluminum and 50% low-carbon aluminum on the lid and palm rest, paired with a wear-resistant, solvent-free powder finish. The bottom housing contains 60% post-consumer recycled plastic , while display bezels utilize 30% PCR plastic. The entire unit ships in 100% recyclable packaging . The Acer Vero 16 delivers robust processing capabilities driven by up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 processor 388H , delivering up to 180 platform TOPS for on-device AI tasks alongside optional Intel Arc B390 graphics . System memory reaches up to 32 GB LPDDR5X , paired with up to 512 GB SSD storage . Display : Up to a 16-inch 3K OLED WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate , 16:10 aspect ratio, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, and 500 nits peak HDR brightness. Battery & Power : A 71 Wh battery supporting fast-charging technology. Connectivity : Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB Type-A ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, a full-size SD card reader , Intel Wi-Fi 7 , and Bluetooth 5.6 . Security & Audio : A 5 MP IR camera with a physical privacy shutter and Windows Hello support, accompanied by dual anti-vibration speakers and DTS Virtual:X audio. The Acer Vero 16 will be available across the EMEA region in Q1 2027 . Component Specification Model Acer Vero 16 (V16-I71 / V16-I71T) Operating System Windows 11 Home (Copilot+ PC) Processor Options Intel Core Ultra X9 processor 388H (up to 180 platform TOPS) Intel Core Ultra X7 processor 358H Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 386H Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 355 Intel Core Ultra 5 processor 325 Intel Core Ultra 5 processor 322 Graphics Intel Arc B390 / Intel Graphics Display Options OLED WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800): 16-inch, Non-touch, 120 Hz, 16:10, 400 nits (HDR peak 500 nits), 100% DCI-P3, 100,000:1 contrast, 90% screen-to-body ratio OLED WUXGA (1920 x 1200): 16-inch, Non-touch, 60 Hz, 16:10, 300 nits, 100% DCI-P3, 100,000:1 contrast, 90% screen-to-body ratio OLED WUXGA (1920 x 1200): 16-inch, Touch support, 60 Hz, 16:10, 250 nits, 95% DCI-P3, 100,000:1 contrast, 90% screen-to-body ratio Memory Up to 32 GB LPDDR5X Storage Up to 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD (user-replaceable) Battery & Charging 71 Wh 4-cell Li-ion battery (user-replaceable), fast-charging support I/O Ports 2x Thunderbolt 4 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (with power-off charging) 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 1x HDMI 2.1 (HDCP support) 1x SD card reader 1x 3.5 mm combo audio jack Wireless Connectivity Intel Wi-Fi 7 R2 BE211, Bluetooth 5.6 Camera & Audio 5 MP IR camera with privacy shutter (Windows Hello); dual anti-vibration speakers, DTS Virtual:X audio, dual microphones with Acer PurifiedVoice Repairability Features Tool-free easy-open bottom access latch, detachable external hinge, removable side I/O covers, replaceable battery and SSD, engraved visual repair guide, multi-generation processor upgrade path Sustainable Materials Top cover & palm rest: 50% PIR aluminum, 50% low-carbon aluminum Side I/O covers: 75% PIR aluminum Bottom cover: 60% PCR plastic Display bezel: 30% PCR plastic Solvent-free powder coating; 100% recyclable packaging Durability & Standards MIL-STD-810H certified, EPEAT Silver registered Dimensions & Weight 359.45 x 247 x 1115.9 mm; 1.56 kg (3.44 lbs) Availability EMEA in Q1 2027 Acer Vero 16 Announced As A Repairable Copilot+ PC With Intel Core Ultra , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
MBS Explodes After Iran KILLS Crew In DEADLY Revenge Strike On Saudi Tanker
Saudi Arabia has accused Iran of targeting the Saudi tanker SIDR while it was sailing through the Strait of Hormuz, an incident that killed two Filipino crew members. Riyadh also condemned Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait, while calling for an end to escalation and a return to negotiations.
Macworld When Apple introduced its M-series chips, it also marked the beginning of the end for software written for Intel Macs. Its been nearly six years since then, and Apple has let developers know that they can bring Intel Mac development to a close. In an email to developers, Apple said: Were reaching out to let you know that universal macOS apps on the Mac App Store that require macOS 13 or later can now remove support for Intel-based Mac computers. By removing support for Intel-based Mac computers, you can simplify your development and optimize your download and on-device size. When Apple announced macOS 26 Tahoe last year, the company said it would be the last version to support Intel Macs. This new announcement takes another step toward dropping Intel altogether. A new Apple support document adds this vital bit of information: macOS27: Final release to support Rosetta Intel-only apps will no longer run on Mac computers with Apple silicon after this update. Now its up to developers to determine when to stop with Intel code. App designers will need to determine how many of their users still use Intel Macs before they can drop development, which means that some will need to continue to support Intel for a while. If you use an Intel app, reach out to the app developer to find out their plans.
Cybercrime losses near $21B: 5 ways to protect your money
The FBI reports nearly $21 billion in cybercrime losses for 2025, up 26%, as AI scams make fake voices and identities more convincing than ever.
Acer Unveils Swift Blade 14: Ultralight 799g OLED Laptop
At IFA in Berlin, Acer expanded its ultraportable lineup with the Acer Swift Blade 14 (model SFB14-53CF), a lightweight Windows 11 Home laptop engineered specifically for mobile productivity and visual-driven workflows. The device features an ultra-compact form factor, measuring just 12.9 mm thin (13.5 mm on OLED configurations) and weighing 799 grams . To achieve this lightweight profile without sacrificing structural rigidity, Acer built the chassis using a blend of carbon fiber on the outer covers (A and D) and a durable magnesium-aluminum alloy on the keyboard deck (C cover). It is offered in two color finishes: marshmallow blue and marshmallow white . Under the hood, the Swift Blade 14 is powered by Intels latest architecture, scaling up to an Intel Core 7 processor 350 (with Core 5 and Core 3 options available) alongside integrated Intel Graphics . System memory is standardized at 12 GB onboard LPDDR5-6400 RAM , paired with fast internal storage of up to a 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD . Visuals are anchored by a 14-inch display with a 16:10 aspect ratio , ultra-narrow 4.3 mm bezels, and a 90% screen-to-body ratio . Buyers can choose from multiple panel tiers: 3K OLED WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) with a 90 Hz refresh rate , 400 nits brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 color coverage WUXGA OLED (1920 x 1200) with a 60 Hz refresh rate, 300 nits brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 WUXGA IPS LCD (1920 x 1200) at 300 nits and 45% NTSC gamut Connectivity and peripheral support include three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C ports (two offering full-function capability and one dedicated to data transfer), a 3.5 mm combo audio jack, Wi-Fi 6 , and Bluetooth 5.3 . The laptop also integrates a 50 Wh battery supporting fast charging, dual 2W speakers, a backlit keyboard, a precision touchpad, and a 2 MP FHD camera equipped with a physical chassis-side privacy switch. The Acer Swift Blade 14 will launch across EMEA retail channels in December 2026 . Component Specification Model Acer Swift Blade 14 (SFB14-53CF) Operating System Windows 11 Home Processor Options Intel Core 7 processor 350 Intel Core 5 processor 320 Intel Core 5 processor 315 Intel Core 3 processor 304 Graphics Intel Graphics Display Options OLED WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800): 14-inch, 16:10, 90 Hz, 400 nits, 100% DCI-P3, 90% screen-to-body ratio OLED WUXGA (1920 x 1200): 14-inch, 16:10, 60 Hz, 300 nits, 100% DCI-P3, 90% screen-to-body ratio IPS LCD WUXGA (1920 x 1200): 14-inch, 16:10, 60 Hz, up to 300 nits, 45% NTSC, 90% screen-to-body ratio Memory 12 GB onboard LPDDR5-6400 Storage Up to 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD Battery & Charging 50 Wh, fast-charging support Ports 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (full function) 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (data transfer) 1x 3.5 mm combo audio jack Wireless Connectivity Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 Camera & Audio FHD 2 MP camera with physical privacy switch; dual 2 W speakers, dual digital microphones Chassis & Materials Carbon fiber (A and D covers), Magnesium-aluminum alloy (C cover) Colors Marshmallow Blue, Marshmallow White Dimensions 312.5 x 216.8 x 12.9 mm (up to 13.5 mm with OLED) Weight 799 g (1.76 lbs) Availability EMEA in December 2026 Acer Unveils Swift Blade 14: Ultralight 799g OLED Laptop , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
adidas code takes additional 30% off sale items, here are slides and shoes from $17
adidas has launced a new EXTRA promo code that slashes another 30% off a huge list of sale items. You can peruse the entire sale page here , but today were focusing on kicks. Highlights include the MINECRAFT SLIDES, Colombia Handball Spezial Shoes, and more. Just note that you can also score this modern polo from $10 , a waffle-knit sweater for $18.50 , and much more in our apparel guide . With that out of the way, here are todays adidas deals. more
This keychain-sized 1TB SSD just plunged $140 all-time low for Labor Day (53% off)
As part of the ongoing Labor Day sale, Amazon is offering Verbatims 1TB Pocket SSD down at $139.99 shipped . This compact drive typically goes for $300, so todays offer takes $160 off to deliver 53% in savings. Weve seen it drop a few times over the last couple of months, but this is the best price yet, undercutting the previous $150 low by another $10. Notable SSD deals like these are getting harder to come by, so you might want to jump in and snag this one before its gone. Youre also getting one of the smallest 1TB portable SSDs around, with a keychain-sized design thats easy to carry just about anywhere. Head below for more details. more
Acer Challenges Handheld Market With 120Hz Predator Atlas 7
At IFA in Berlin, Acer expanded its mobile lineup with the Predator Atlas 7 (model PA07-I51), a compact 7-inch gaming handheld , alongside an innovative hybrid concept named Project DualPlay Mini . Running on Windows 11 Home , the Predator Atlas 7 is powered by up to an Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor and Intel Arc B390 graphics . The device supports up to 24 GB LPDDR5x RAM and a 1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD . Visuals are delivered through a 7-inch FHD touchscreen featuring a 120 Hz refresh rate , 500 nits brightness , Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support, and Gorilla Glass Victus protection with DXC anti-glare treatment. For thermal efficiency under sustained loads, Acer engineered a dual-fan cooling system utilizing a 0.1 mm ultra-thin Predator AeroBlade metal fan paired with Vortex Flow internal channeling. The ergonomic chassis features sculpted grips, recessed buttons, and a fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button. Key input and hardware specifications include: Controls : Anti-drift TMR joysticks with zero dead zones, Hall-effect analog triggers , and rear macro keys Battery : Up to an 80 Wh battery (under 750 g) or an optional 60 Wh variant (under 700 g) Connectivity : Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, UHS-II microSD expansion, Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 , and Bluetooth 5.4 Audio : Dual 2W speakers featuring DTS:X Ultra and Acer PurifiedVoice AI noise reduction Acer also presented Project DualPlay Mini , an 8-inch concept device merging handheld gaming with portable office productivity. Built with a convertible flip-and-swivel chassis , it transforms from a standard console format into a mini laptop featuring an integrated backlit keyboard and external display connectivity. The concept is powered by an Intel platform, incorporates AeroBlade dual cooling, and commemorates Acers 50th anniversary with Morse code detailing. The Predator Atlas 7 launches in EMEA in November 2026 and arrives in North America in Q4 2026. Acer Challenges Handheld Market With 120Hz Predator Atlas 7 , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Bag this versatile wrinkle-free button-down shirt from just $12.50 (Reg. $20)
Alex Vando Wrinkle-Free Button-Down Shirt Buy for $12.50 (Reg. $20) What we love With cooler weather around the corner, a button-down shirt like this can layer nicely with a zip-up sweater. It also works on its own when the weather is warm, making it a versatile option worth grabbing for as little as $12.50. more
Packard Bell Returns: Acer Unveils New Laptop, Audio Gear, And Smart Steamer
At IFA 2026 , Acer Group marked the centennial anniversary of Packard Bell with a full brand relaunch centered on a Tech it easy philosophy. Originally founded in 1926, the brand introduced a redesigned visual identity built around a distinctive dot emblem, alongside a fresh portfolio of accessible consumer electronics arriving across EMEA retail channels in late 2026. Leading the lineup is the DotBook , an entry-level 14.5-inch laptop engineered for everyday productivity, streaming, and web browsing. The broader collection expands beyond conventional personal computing into audio, accessories, and mobile hardware: DotBook : A 14.5-inch laptop launching in September starting at 499 ( ~$539 ). DotLoop : A portable suitcase-style vinyl turntable scheduled for September at 149 ( ~$161 ). DotTune : A compact home speaker releasing in September priced at 34.99 ( ~$38 ). DotLine : A colorful 4G feature phone debuting in November at 69 ( ~$75 ). DotLook : Smart audio glasses enabling music playback and calls without earbuds, arriving in September for 99 ( ~$107 ). DotShine : A creator-focused ring light coming in October at 39 ( ~$42 ). DotCombo : A desktop keyboard-and-mouse set launching in September for 39 ( ~$42 ). DotBass : Color-matched wired headphones available in September at 29 ( ~$31 ). Beyond traditional consumer electronics, Packard Bell entered a strategic partnership with Swiss startup Steasy to expand into smart kitchen technology. The collaboration revealed the Steasy connected mini-steamer , an appliance designed around convenient daily meals, releasing across European markets in October for 199 (~$215) . Further joint hardware releases are planned throughout 2027. Operating as a lifestyle subsidiary within Acer, Packard Bell leverages the parent groups established operational network. This backend infrastructure includes regional supply logistics, commercial retail channels, and multilingual customer support spanning 28 countries with dedicated service centers across EMEA. The new brand aesthetic embraces four core vibrant colorsorange, purple, green, and yellowaiming to combine playful styling with utilitarian, approachable home devices for modern consumers seeking simple everyday solutions. At IFA 2026 Acer also unveiled the DualPlay Mini Project, a portable 7-inch gaming machine for the on-the-go gamers. Packard Bell Returns: Acer Unveils New Laptop, Audio Gear, And Smart Steamer , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Fall is almost here, snag this waffle-knit sweater while it
COOFANDY Quarter-Zip Waffle-Knit Sweater Buy for $18.50 (Reg. $25) What we love Believe it or not, we have officially entered the month of September. The fall season is literally just a few weeks away, and cooler weather will come with it. Heres a chance to not only get ahead of it, but also cash in on some savings. more
Hidden buttons, ventilation panels, and low $10 price headline this polo (63% off)
Alex Vando Modern Ventilated Polo Shirt Buy for $10 (Reg. $27) What we love The covered buttons on this polo paired with ventilated side panels give this polo a bit of a more modern vibe if you ask me. While only the white colorway is currently priced this low, you can find other colors on sale right now as well. more
Mid-week Apple TV deals from $5: Fantastic Mr. Fox, Boogie Nights, Desperado, Fast
The Labor Day sales at Amazon and Best Buy are rolling now , but we also have your mid-week lineup of the best Apple TV deals. Highlights include Fantastic Mr. Fox, Boogie Nights, Desperado, Fast & Furious 1 4 Collection, Encanto, and more. Just be sure to check out AirTag 2 down as low as $20 each, the best prices on M6 Mac mini pre-orders , and all of these official Apple accessories from $5.50 . more
Digital scans of more than 153 million driver's licenses leaked to the dark web
The source could be an ID verification service in Louisiana, though the FBI has opened an investigation.
As part of Amazons Labor Day Sale, you can find a returning low price on the new GoTrax MK2 Electric Mini Motorbike at $313.69 shipped (improperly titled an electric dirt bike here), beating out the brands direct website that has it listed for its $350 full price. This is a new kids-focused ride that has been on the market since early August, with it having seen previous cascading discounts to $328, $323, and the $314 low, which is returning here today to give you $36 savings. more
Recently, Daring Fireball 's John Gruber resurfaced an old tip that lets you quickly access the settings menu for the currently opened app on your iPhone. If you find it a hassle digging through the Settings app to find the associated app menu, this solution saves you the bother. It uses a simple Shortcut made conveniently downloadable courtesy of Quinn Nelson that you can add to Control Center (or better yet the Action button ) by using the Run Shortcut control. We couldn't not highlight it here because it's so useful. Tag: Shortcuts This article, Open the Current App's Settings From Control Center first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Acer Unveils Project DualPlay Mini, a Gaming Handheld That Turns Into a Tiny Laptop
Acer used the closing moments of its IFA 2026 press conference in Berlin to unveil Project DualPlay Mini , an experimental Predator gaming handheld that can transform into a small laptop, complete with an integrated physical keyboard and fold-out speakers. The concept explores an interesting question for the increasingly crowded Windows handheld market: instead of carrying a gaming handheld and a laptop, could one device realistically handle both? Project DualPlay Mini looks much like a conventional PC gaming handheld, with a central display flanked by game controls. Acer says it uses TMR joysticks and Hall-effect triggers , technologies designed to provide precise controls while reducing the mechanical wear that can eventually lead to stick drift. The concept is powered by an Intel processor , although Acer has not disclosed the exact chip. The unusual part becomes apparent when you open the device. A physical keyboard folds out from underneath the display, effectively turning the handheld into a miniature laptop. At the same time, two speaker wings deploy on either side of the screen , giving the system a distinctly unconventional appearance. During the presentation, Acer framed the design around three potential scenarios: gaming on the couch as a handheld, using it as a productivity machine while traveling, and connecting it to a larger monitor at a desk. Acer envisions this concept as a seamless transition between handheld gaming and notebook-style productivity. According to the company, users could play using the integrated controls, then open the device to work on documents, email, communication, or other everyday Windows tasks without carrying a second computer. The keyboard also changes how the DualPlay Mini could be used for PC gaming. Acer suggests pairing the integrated keyboard with a Bluetooth mouse, effectively providing conventional keyboard-and-mouse controls for first-person shooters while retaining the handheld form factor when those controls are not needed. Predator Cooling In a Much Stranger Form Factor Project DualPlay Mini uses Predator AeroBlade cooling , combining ultra-thin metal fan blades with the companys Vortex Flow cooling technology.Acer claims the system can improve airflow by up to 10% compared with a conventional plastic fan , based on its internal testing. The goal is to maintain performance during extended gaming sessions despite the compact chassis. The company did not reveal other important specifications such as display resolution and refresh rate, battery capacity, RAM, storage, processor model, dimensions, or weight. And importantly, this is still a concept rather than an announced retail product . Acer has not provided pricing or a release date, and the company notes that the images may not represent a final production device. Acer Unveils Project DualPlay Mini, a Gaming Handheld That Turns Into a Tiny Laptop , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Uber is cutting around 3,000 jobs in the name of efficiency
The company is also asking almost all remote employees to move to an office.
Amazon is adding a scam-detection feature to Alexa for Shopping that can verify whether suspicious emails, texts, and other messages actually came from the retailer.
Spigen Enzo Aramid and metal iPhone 17 Case drops to $31 Amazon low
Spigen Enzo Aramid T iPhone 17 Case Buy for $31.50 (Reg. $40) What we love Spigens Enzo case lineup is its more premium and high-end treatment, but you can still land one at under $32 right now. The Aramid Fiber body is accented with metal detail work alongside MagSafe action and a proper Camera Control Button it is easily among my favorite options in the lineup more
As part of Amazons ongoing Labor Day Sale, you can currently find the EGO Power+ 56V 16-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw with 2.5Ah battery down at $195 shipped. Down from a $279 full price, this model has been following a trend weve seen in some of the brands other tools with repeating short-term discounts to this rate since the start of August, so if the deal here disappears, just check back periodically. Youre getting a $84 markdown that lands it at the best price we have tracked in 2026, landing just $5 above the all-time low that hasnt appeared this year. more
Apple teams up with Yahoo Sports to frustrate MLB fans even more
Macworld Its no secret that sports fans hate streaming. What used to be a consistent place to watch your local team play every night is now spread across several platforms, including Peacock, Netflix, Amazon, and Apple TV. It seems like every night, social media lights up with baseball fans who either cant find or dont want to pay to watch one of the two games being broadcast on some streaming service. Apple seemingly understands at least one of these frustrations. Variety reports that Apple has inked a deal with Yahoo Sports to stream a pair of Friday Night Baseball gamesDetroit Tigers at Cleveland Guardians on September 4, and Philadelphia Phillies at New York Mets on September 18for free on Yahoos site and apps. The only problem is that Yahoo is only airing the first two innings of each game. So if youre a fan of the New York Mets and you excitedly stumble across the game and start watching, youll get cut off after about a half-hour of action. And as anyone who watches baseball will tell you, the first two innings are generally not the most exciting. The truncated games will also have their own announcers, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman, hosts of Yahoo Sports Baseball Bar-B-Cast podcast. As part of the deal, Yahoo Sports will promote Apple TVs Friday Night Baseball broadcasts through on-site ads, emails, social promotion, how-to-watch articles, Daily Draw games, and more, according to Variety. The deal also includes two MLS games featuring Lionel Messis Inter Miami CF squad, though those matches will be shown in their entirety.
Nintendo launched its next-generation console with brand new Mario Kart experience, but Mario Kart 8 Deluxe remains one of the highest-selling Nintendo games of all-time and it just got a FREE Switch 2 update . more
Score exclusive launch savings on Bluetti
Bluetti has launched its latest and more compact Elite 100 Mini 1,004Wh Portable Power Station that our readers can get an exclusive 5% discount on starting things at $407.55 shipped , after using the codes 9TO5TOYS5OFF or ELECTREK5OFF at checkout. Youd otherwise be spending the full $429 price to secure one here, as the brand is not providing any initial launch savings like we usually see with new models hitting the market. Weve also collected together all its additional bundle offers below, some of which are seeing launch discounts. more
Galaxy Z Flip 8 $150 off for Labor Day, bundles up to $320 off, more
Alongside the Labor Day discounts now live on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra at up to a massive $600 off , we are also tracking some straight cash discounts on the new and much more affordable Galaxy Z Flip 8 at Best Buy , Amazon, and straight from Samsung . more
OpenAI Teases Astra, Says It Is the First Model to Meet Critical Cybersecurity Threshold'
OpenAI published a blog post on Tuesday detailing its new model Astra. The company says that Astra meets the Critical cybersecurity capability threshold under our Preparedness Framework. It is claimed to be capable of spotting previously unknown security flaws and developing ways to exploit them across many well-protected systems without human intervention. Astra will be available soon, but access to its most advanced cybersecurity capabilities will be more limited.
As part of the ongoing Labor Day sale, youll find Insta360s official Amazon storefront offering the brands X5 360-degree action camera for $464.99 shipped . This model typically goes for $550, so todays deal takes $85 off and brings it back down to one of the best prices weve tracked since launch. This is, in fact, the lowest price weve seen for this model, landing just about $30 above the $435 all-time low it hit during the recent Prime Day sale. You can also choose from several X5 bundles, including the Essentials, Starter, and Photography kits, all of which are discounted right now as well if you want some extra accessories included. Head below for more details. more
Acer just announched a 1,000Hz gaming monitor that doesn
Acer has announced a 1,000Hz Full HD Predator monitor alongside new 4K OLED, 5K Mini LED, and high-refresh Nitro displays.
Starting today, Oklahoma residents can add a digital version of their driver's license to the Apple Wallet app on the iPhone and Apple Watch. The digital ID can be used to display proof of identity or age at TSA checkpoints in select airports, at select businesses, and in select apps, but the number of places where it is accepted is still quite limited. Oklahoma is the 16th state to implement support for Apple Wallet IDs in the U.S., joining Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia. The feature is also available in Puerto Rico and works with Japan's My Number Card. Apple has also been preparing for the feature to go live in North Carolina and Utah in the coming months, and years ago it announced that Connecticut, Kentucky, and Mississippi were committed to launching the feature at some point. To set up the feature, open the Wallet app on the iPhone and tap on the plus sign in the top-right corner. Next, tap on Driver's License and ID Cards, select Oklahoma from the list, and follow the on-screen steps to complete the process. Then, you can present your digital ID where it is accepted without handing over your device. You can present an Apple Wallet ID where accepted by simply tapping your iPhone or Apple Watch on an identity reader. Then, you will be able to view the specific information being requested by the TSA or business. Only after authorizing with Face ID or Touch ID is the requested identity information released from your device. As mentioned, you do not need to unlock, show, or hand over your device to present an Apple Wallet ID in person, ensuring user privacy. Apple Wallet IDs are generally not accepted by law enforcement, so carrying a physical ID is still legally required for traffic stops. In addition, the number of businesses that accept Apple Wallet IDs is still quite small. At least for now, Apple Wallet IDs are designed to be a convenient alternative where they are accepted. Apple Wallet IDs are accepted at TSA checkpoints in more than 250 airports across the U.S. for domestic travel, according to Apple. Tag: Apple Wallet This article, iPhone Driver's License Feature in Apple Wallet Just Launched in 16th U.S. State first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Mid-week iOS app deals and freebies: FAR Lone Sails, ScourgeBringer, Tiny Terraces, more
The giant Labor Day sales at Amazon and AirTag 2 down as low as $20 each, the best prices on M6 Mac mini pre-orders , loads of Apple accessories from $5.50 , and a chance to score a set of current-gen Beats Solo Buds for just $35 . more
Labor Day game deals: Last chance at Orbitals pre-order deal, Kirby Air Riders nearly 30% off, more
The game deals continue this week as part of the now live Amazon Labor Day Sale and lower to $51.99 shipped at Amazon (price appears in the cart) alongside a host of ongoing deals in the Best Buy sale below. Just remember today is likely your last chance to score the discount on Orbitals for Nintendo Switch 2 before release tomorrow. Select EA games starting at $19.99 Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 game deals from $20 FREE $10 Best Buy e-Gift Card withThe Blood of DawnwalkerDay 1 Edition pre-order FREE $10 Best Buy e-Gift Card with FC 27 Plus and Total members get 10x rewards with pre-order of Grand Theft Auto VI And much more Best Buys giant 2026 Labor Day sale is now live: Apple, Android phones, appliances $1,100 off, TVs, more Amazons massive 2026 Labor Day sale now live! Thousands of deals: Apple, Android, TVs, tech under $100, more from under $5 FREE money: Amazon now selling Nintendo gift cards at 15% off more
The Army just used a 20-kilowatt laser to take out three drones
The Army says its laser system can track and destroy hostile drones.
Two oil tankers disabled after hitting mines: Iran's Revolutionary Guards
The tankers had been forced to disembark their crews and were placed in the hands of U.S. operatives to pass through what it called an illegal route in the strategic waterway
Acer unveiled a gaming handheld that converts into a tiny laptop
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Ditch the notebook with reMarkable
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Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Dock review: Affordable, fast
Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros 12 ports, including four Thunderbolt 5 SSD slot option (UTD58M model) 2.5Gb Ethernet 30W USB-C at front 230W Power Delivery Affordable Cons Upstream port at front Four USB-A but no USB-C Our Verdict As a dual-display dock with a bunch of top-rated ports the Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station is great value for money for 80Gbps speed and power, with a new model offering a speedy SSD slot. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed From $299.99 Best Prices Today: WAVLINK Thunderbolt 5 Dock (UTD58) Retailer Price $219.99 View Deal $269.99 View Deal Wavlink $299.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide What is it? A Thunderbolt 5 MacBook docking station with 12 fast ports plus an option for an SSD slot for extra affordable storage. Who is it for? Users who require the fastest connections and those looking to add speedy storage to their MacBook setup at prices way below Apples own. Who shouldnt buy it? People who dont need fast Thunderbolt connections or require more than two external displays. The Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station is a full docking station with 12 ports, including a full four 80Gbps Thunderbolt 5 and 2.5Gb Ethernet, available at an affordable price. It features a decent rack of high-end ports, and looks fancy, too. There are two versions: the UTD58M ( $349 ) with an integrated fast SSD slot, and the base UTD58 without ( $299 ). Even if your laptop has Thunderbolt 4 (TB4) rather than Thunderbolt 5 (TB5) connectivity, buying the newer faster standard will future proof your purchase. Backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and 4, TB5 features the fastest 80Gbps bandwidth (up to 120Gbps Bandwidth Boost for unidirectional video) plus smart device daisy-chaining and super-fast storage connectivity. Foundry Specs and features: The ports and power you get One upstream Thunderbolt 5 port (80Gbps, 140W) Two downstream Thunderbolt 5 ports (80Gbps, 15W) One downstream Thunderbolt 5 port (80Gbps, 30W) Four USB-A ports (10Gbps) Ethernet (2.5Gb) SSD slot (UTD58M model only) UHS-II SD Card reader (312MBps) UHS-II MicroSD Card reader (312MBps) 3.5mm audio jack 230W power supply As well as its upstream Thunderbolt 5 port that connects to your laptop, there are three downstream TB5 ports that connect to other devices such as monitors or storage drives: one is at the front with the upstream TB5 port, and two are at the back. Only the UTD58M model features the built-in SSD slot. Simon Jary Wavlinks Thunderbolt 4 dock had just one downstream TB4 port as it sacrificed two possible Thunderbolt ports for dedicated HDMI 2.1 ports. With this new model, Wavlink ditches the video ports to give you the choice of which TB ports to use to connect to monitors either via a direct USB-C connection or using USB-C to DisplayPort or USB-C to HDMI adapter cables. This gives you flexibility, and if connecting two screens we expect youll choose the two TB5 ports at the back. The downstream TB5 port at the front can output at 30W, which is easily enough to fast charge an iPhone or iPad. The two TB5 ports at the back can handle 15W each. The upstream TB5 port can output at 140W (PD 3.1), which is what you need to fast-charge the 16-inch MacBook Pro so is good for the whole range. The external power supply can provide up to 230W of power, which is a welcome boost from the companys rather puny 160W TB4 dock. USB : Thunderbolt is backwards compatible with USB-C, which uses the same end connector, so any of the TB ports not being used to connect a monitor can be used for USB-C devices as well as speedy Thunderbolt. There are four speedy 10Gbps USB-A ports. USB-A has a place for legacy devices, but do we need four of them at the expense of a spare USB-C or two? Simon Jary What are this docks storage options? Both versions of the Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station feature fast storage card readers, but only the UTD58M model comes with the built-in SSD slot hidden under its base. This slot supports high-performance PCIe Gen 4 x4 M.2 SSD with a data transfer rate of up to 64Gbps, which should significantly improve read and write speeds with no need for a port-hogging external hard drive enclosure. Data sloggers and pro studios will enjoy the local high-speed caching. At the time of writing you could buy a 1TB NVMe SSD for under $200 , and under $400 for 2TB. 4TB SSDs will set you back more like $700 , but its still cheaper than Apple charges at the point of purchase and gives you a lot more flexibility. Installing your own NVMe SSD (the dock doesnt come with one pre-installed) is simple, using the included screwdriver as shown above. This isnt the only Thunderbolt 5 dock with an integrated SSD slotcheck out the Kensington EQ Pro Thunderbolt 5 Dock for MacBook , Ugreen Maxidok 17-in-1 dock , and Sonnet Echo 21 SuperDock but it is the most affordable of those we have tested. Simon Jary Card readers : Although Apples MacBook Pro laptop includes a 250MBps card reader, having one on the dock is convenient. The Wavlink TB5 dock has two: one SD and one MicroSD, both at the fastest 312MBps. These are nicely placed at the front for easy access. Such cards offer very affordable and extremely portable storage. At the time of writing you could get a 512GB SD card for under $50, although faster cards are pricier. Simon Jary Ethernet: While WiFi is great for phone use, sometimes hooking up to the home or office wired network gives you faster and more stable downloads. Most local area networks (LANs) use 1Gb Ethernet, known as Gigabit Ethernet or 1GbE. Increasingly networks are moving to much faster 2.5GbE, 5GbE or even 10GbE. The Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Dock offers 2.5GbE, which is backwards compatible with 1GbE so even if youre not yet on the faster network speed youll be ready for it when you do. Other ports : At the front theres an anti-theft Kensington Security Slot (also called a K-Slot) and a combo 3.5mm In/Out audio jack. Wavlink docks display capabilities For most people the number one reason for buying a docking station is to easily add external screens to their laptop. Connect a cable from the dock to each monitor and you massively extend your screen real estate. While the dock can support up to three displays for Windows laptops, limitations in Apples setup limit you to just two, unless you install third-party software such as DisplayLink that can give you access to up to five external displays. Five! However, for three or more monitors the dock needs to support DisplayLink, and the Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Dock isnt one of those. See our reviews of the best DisplayLink docks for options, but note that at the time of writing there were no Thunderbolt 5 DisplayLink docks. Your only solution for TB5 plus three displays without DisplayLink is the iVanky FusionDock Max 2 , which has a nifty dual-chip arrangement that uses two of the MacBooks Thunderbolt ports. The Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Dock supports up to two 6K at 60Hz displays for most M1/M2/M3 Pro/Max/ MacBooks or any M4/M5 models. These MacBooks could opt for a single 8K/60Hz display instead. Non-Pro/Max M1/M2/M3 MacBooks support single 4K or 6K monitors. DisplayLink is also useful if your MacBook is running one of those plain M1 or M2 processors as Apple further limits those laptops to a single display. Thats by the by as M1 MacBook owners are unlikely to be in the market for a Thunderbolt 5 dock, and its time we got back to the review. Simon Jary Futuristic design looks great on any desk The Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Dock is a smart aluminum build with some futuristic cooling vents at the top. Underneath are silicone pads that raise the dock off the desk surface for stability and further cooling. On the UTD58M the base is where youll find the SSD slot secured with a single screw. Im not a fan of having the upstream Thunderbolt port at the front of the dock as its the one cable you know will always be in use, so we prefer it hidden around the back. Ideally, given the choice Id have all the Thunderbolt ports at the back and a spare USB-C port at the front for charging. But thats not how Wavlink has laid out its ports. Still, having three downstream ports is more than some docking stations offer and were happy with that. Wavlink has included an on/off button, which is appreciated. Although Apple has made the MacBook clever enough to manage its power in a sensible fashion, I still like to turn off power to the laptops battery as I dont want it constantly kept filled to 100% when Im not using it. A power button means I dont have to yank the cable out to break the power between the dock and the laptop when Ive finished working. WAVLINK Thunderbolt 5 Dock (UTD58) Read our review Price When Reviewed: From $299.99 Best Prices Today: $219.99 at Amazon | $269.99 at Newegg US | $299.99 at Wavlink WAVLINK Thunderbolt 5 Dock with SSD Slot (UTD58M) Price When Reviewed: $349.99 Best Prices Today: $349.99 at Amazon How much do the Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 docks cost? At $299.99 or 239.99 , the base-level Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Dock is priced below most Thunderbolt 5 docks. It shares the sub-$300 price point with the Plugable Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station , and has a similar array of ports, although it has one more and faster USB-A ports. The Wavlink also wins on a higher overall power supply: 230W vs 180W. The Plugable can stand either vertically or lie flat like the Wavlink and sensibly places the upstream TB5 port at the back. The Wavlinks 30W front TB5 port beats the Plugables 15W front TB5 port. Otherwise, they are very similar in terms of tech specs. The $349 / 349 UTD58M model with SSD slot will set you back another $50 plus the cost of whichever capacity and speed NVMe SSD that you can afford. Pay the extra $50 for the UTD58M if you want fast, inexpensive desktop storage built into the dock; otherwise the standard UTD58 offers essentially the same docking features for less. See our roundups of the best Thunderbolt docks for Mac for other comparable solutions. Which Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station should you buy? While its triple-monitor potential is muted on MacsApples limitation, not the docksas a dual-display dock with a bunch of top-rated ports the Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station and an SSD slot option is great value for money for 80Gbps speed and power. The new model with SSD slot offers high-speed data transfer and lower latency for demanding jobs with greater flexibility than you get from Apple when you purchase your Mac.
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