Hands-on with Snapchat’s newest AR glasses proves surprisingly delightful

Snapchat unveiled a new version of back in September, providing a peak at the future – with augmented reality glasses. I got the opportunity to try them out earlier this week, and honestly, they’re pretty impressive. Far from perfect, but definitely amazing.

First things first, Spectacles aren’t actually a consumer product that you can straight up buy, nor will they be anytime soon. Developers can buy them to build apps for Snapchat’s new AR platform, called Snap OS – but they’re

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Next year’s iPhone 17 decision will be harder than ever for users like me

Most years, it’s not very hard to decide which iPhone model to buy. I always go with a Pro model—usually the smaller of the two. But with next year’s iPhone 17 line and the expected ultra-thin 17 Air model, my purchase decision will be harder than ever. Here are the key factors I’m considering.

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Uber app for iOS gets a new Home Screen widget for quickly requesting a ride

Uber on Wednesday announced some updates coming to its app this holiday season. In addition to a new category called UberXXL, the company also revealed a new Home Screen widget for and users.

The latest version of the Uber app for iOS comes with a Home Screen widget that lets users request a ride to suggested addresses with just a few taps.

“Your time is precious, especially during the holiday rush. That’s why we’re making it easier than ever for you to request a ride. Starting today,


macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta 4 released ahead of next month’s launch

Apple has released macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta 4 for developers. The new update arrives as we get closer to the public launch that’s right around the corner. Here’s what to expect from beta 4.

Most of the time when Apple releases a fourth beta version of new software, you’re likely to see some improvements, new features, and notable changes.

With today’s beta 4, while that’s still possible, more likely Apple is focused on bug fixes and under the

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iOS 18.2 beta 4 now available

iOS 18.2 beta 4 is now available to developers as we inch closer to next month’s public release. The update includes major new Apple Intelligence features, a redesigned Mail app, upgrades to Find My, and much more.

Notably, iOS 18.2 beta 4 is not yet available over the air. It’s available as a download via Apple’s developer website. The over-the-air update should be released momentarily.

iOS 18.2 beta 4 is available to


Messenger adds Siri integration, AI video backgrounds, and yes, voicemail

There’s a pretty cool update for Messenger out today. Meta has introduced phone and video calling voicemail, similar to FaceTime. The Facebook calling service is also adding AI video backgrounds and integrating Siri.

Apple introduced the highly requested FaceTime video message feature last year, and Meta is joining the party with Messenger today. Voicemail for unanswered calls is actually new for both video and audio calls.

One feature still missing from both FaceTime and Messenger is custom answering machine-style messages for when you’re unavailable. Other telephony


Apple Watch 2024 holiday shopping guide: Series 10, Ultra 2, SE, and more

Holiday shopping for an Apple Watch and don’t know where to start? Look no further than our Apple Watch 2024 holiday shopping guide as we take you through every option, key differences, and buying tips.

Buyer’s note: Shop that you can’t find directly from Apple.

Apple Watch shopping guide

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Deals: 16GB M3 MacBook Air $849 all-time low, M4 Mac mini from $500 low, M4 MacBook Pro, MagSafe Charger, more

Well, we certainly thought we were going to have to wait until Thanksgiving Day for today’s headliner deal – the are at new all-time lows. Now up to the price they carried just over a month ago, you can now score the newly upgraded in all colors. We also spotted the lowest price to date on the – but only for Costco members – as well as the return of the all-time low on the . Apple’s official MagSafe Charger and a host of other accessories are also

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Overcast adds new listening stats and 48-hour undo features

The popular has gotten a big update today with a new listening stats feature. The app can now show you which podcasts you’ve listened to most over the last two years.

Today’s Overcast update also adds an incredibly useful new 48-hour history and undo feature to help you recover from accidentally skipping a podcast.

The new 48-hour listening history feature builds upon the undo seek feature that Overcast introduced earlier this year.

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