The company just announced its first-ever dedicated webcam, the Insta360 Link, packed with innovative features and interesting tech. First up, the image sensor is large, at 0.5-inches, which should allow for increased accuracy and a better dynamic range when compared to other webcams. The real meat and potatoes here, however, are the integrated AI and 3-axis gimbal system. The camera’s AI constantly tracks your face to keep you in the frame....
Instagram is going even further by officially changing all videos into reels, which is the company’s version of a short TikTok-esque video. The change affects any video under 15 minutes and arrives “in the coming weeks.” Footage uploaded before the update will, however, remain as videos. Instagram says reels offer a “more immersive and entertaining way to watch and create videos,” as an explanation. Those who prefer the old-school Instagram video experience over short-form reels may not appreciate the change, but the social media giant is adding a spate of features to make the transition go down smoother....
Starting on August 30, Instagram is getting rid of the “swipe-up” link in favor of a sticker that will direct your followers to a link of your choosing, as spotted by app researcher Jane Manchun Wong on Monday. However, the new link feature will still only be available to certain accounts that are either verified or have at least 10,000 followers. The Link Sticker initially was announced as a small test in June, but the platform was also testing letting anyone—regardless of verification or follower count—add a link to their Stories....
It’s unclear exactly what the problem is, but several people are experiencing issues with the tap-to-wake feature. Reports of the bug are popping up on Reddit, on Apple Support, the MacRumors forums, and in various tweets on Twitter, with no official response from Apple yet. Sometimes, simply pressing the power button to “wake up” the phone is enough, other times a full restart is necessary. Reddit user paranoidaditya says tap-to-wake on their iPhone 13 hasn’t worked consistently since launch, and installing the iOS 15....
Is Reddit Down for Everyone? If you suspect that Reddit is down for everyone, try these steps: Why Is Reddit Not Working? If Reddit seems to be working for everyone else, or for most people, then there are a number of areas you can check on your end. The problem may be with your internet service provider or with the hardware or software you’re using to try and reach Reddit. Try these steps if you think Reddit is working for everyone but you:...
According to WABetaInfo, the latest Android beta for WhatsApp has a secret: message reactions! Or at least it has the implication of message reactions, anyway. The latest beta doesn’t actually have functioning reactions in it yet. Instead, it provides users with a message telling them they need to update in order to view reactions. So while reactions aren’t currently available, it’s clear that WhatsApp is working on their inclusion. All additional details are up in the air at this point, so it’s uncertain exactly how message reactions will work....
But If you’re on a public computer or a shared computer, or you just prefer more privacy, you may not want Firefox to keep so much of your personal data. Fortunately, Firefox makes it easy to clear your history, cache, cookies, saved passwords, and other data. Clear Your Firefox Browsing History If you want to delete Firefox’s record of all searches made through its integrated search bar, as well as other data:...
Microsoft Outlook users will see improvements in the reliability and sync latency of shared calendars. Microsoft is describing the new improvements as “the biggest change to Outlook for Windows since its initial release in 1997.” “This is one of those improvements that should be invisible because it eliminates issues but doesn’t change the core product functionality,” Microsoft wrote in a post announcing the improvements. “Calendars will sync faster, and we have eliminated any reliability issues when managing a calendar....
According to a post on Microsoft’s Education Blog, the new operating system is called Windows 11 SE, created from feedback provided by teachers and school IT administrators. These educational tools support a wide variety of learning and third-party apps housed in a low-cost device. Optimized for education, Windows 11 SE simplifies its UI interface and removes certain features to not distract students. It supports the Microsoft Office 365 series of apps, including Word, Powerpoint, and OneDrive....
How easy is it? All you need to do is head to Microsoft’s Meet Now web page, click Create a Free Meeting, then share the link with anyone you want to join your video chat. The link will open Skype if you have it, the web version if not, with no sign-in required. Meetings won’t expire, either, so you can share one link and keep it for later use. Featuring: Microsoft promises free video calling, no sign ups, and no downloads, which could reduce some of the friction of connecting with less tech-savvy family and friends....
MacRumors reports hearing from several iPhone users—and relatives of users—who have begun to notice that some key functions are simply gone. People on the AppleVis forums also are talking about the now-missing features, noting that this creates a problem for visually impaired users who regularly use them. The issue isn’t tied to a specific version of iOS or model of iPhone either, so whether it’s intentional or a glitch of some kind it seems to be specifically happening through Siri....
Coming on October 8, the new Nintendo Switch OLED Model has a 7-inch screen and 64GB of memory. The new Nintendo Switch will cost $349, compared to the original Switch model, which is $299. Other new features include a sleek dock in white or black, with a built-in Ethernet port, an adjustable stand that is the same length as the Switch itself, new Joy-Con sticks in white (or red and blue), and “enhanced audio,” according to Nintendo....
The announcement was made on the official blog for NordVPN, which states the service is now able to take advantage of the enhanced capabilities of the new Apple computers. Originally, NordVPN wasn’t required to have M1 support, since Apple implemented Rosetta 2, a software that allows apps meant for Intel processors to work on M1 Macs. However, NordVPN was not able to take advantage of the improvements the M1 provided in performance and speed....
When Will the ProMotion Display iMac Be Released? Trusted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts an iMac Pro in 2023: ProMotion Display iMac Price Rumors This iMac will be an update to the 27-inch Retina 5K display iMac, which had a base price of $1,799. The other two models have more storage, and the priciest of the bunch, at launch, was $2,299. One rumor, according to Apple analyst @dylandkt on Twitter, is the starting price for the ProMotion display iMac will be at or just over $2,000....
How: You can order one from Apple.com right now Why Do You Care: This is the most powerful (and expensive) Mac available; while most consumers don’t need the power, larger scientific, educational, and entertainment institutions do. None of those prices include Apple’s new high-end monitor (which, with a rack mounted solution, becomes less of an issue), called the Pro Display XDR. Apple claims that the $4,999 device is the first ever 32-inch Retina 6K display....
Windows: Release and Renew IP Addresses Under normal conditions, a device can use the same IP address indefinitely. Networks usually reassign correct addresses to devices when they first join. However, technical glitches with DHCP and network hardware can lead to IP conflicts and other problems that prevent the networking system from working correctly. When to Release and Renew the IP Address Scenarios in which releasing the IP address and then renewing it might be beneficial include:...
According to Samsung, the A13 5G takes some of the Galaxy series’ most popular features, like a triple-lens camera, and makes them more accessible. Because of these higher-end features, with a price tag of $249.99, the A13 is more expensive than the previous A12 model. The A13 camera comes with a 5MP selfie camera. The rear cameras include a 50MP main, a 2MP macro camera for up-close photography, and a depth camera which is also 2MP....
On Wednesday, September 29, the Thom Browne Limited Edition Galaxy Watch 4 Classic will be available to purchase for $799. The watch comes with interchangeable straps designed by Browne that include leather, rubber, and fabric, as well as five custom watch faces in the famous preppy style that Thom Browne is known for. The watch’s case features rhodium plating with “Thom Browne. New York” etched on the side. A red, white, and blue-themed watch face matches two of the available straps that feature a striped design....
At its annual developer conference on Tuesday, Samsung announced details regarding its forthcoming One UI 4 software update. One UI 4 has been available in beta form since September, but this is the first time Samsung has officially detailed its various features. Samsung’s One UI 4 brings some nifty ingredients to the smartphone table, including a series of new haptic feedback and sound triggers that activate when you perform certain actions, such as setting an alarm or using the device’s fingerprint sensor....
The USB-C Slim Dock for 24-inch iMac is meant to just plug into your iMac setup and go—no extensive setup required unless you have to do a lot of desk rearranging. It also has spots for you to install optional external storage by way of an NMVe or SATA M.2 solid state drive (SSD). Satechi also states that the dock’s slim aluminum frame is better at dissipating heat than previous models....
