Discontinued Apple Devices

Link It has been a good year for discontinued Apple devices. Having so many lightning devices on this list is a great step forward. I still have an iPhone 15 Pro Max and do not have any plans to move to the 16. I am kinda jealous of the camera button because I think I would take more pictures if it was so easy to open the camera. I use my action button as a flashlight, so I could use a button for the camera or even better would be for ever button to be like the new camera button and be fully customizable.

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Inconsistent Ad-Free Experiences: The Daily Podcast

One of my favorite podcasts is The NYTimes The Daily podcast. I have been a subscriber since it debuted in 2017 and have missed only a few episodes. Today, Axios announced The Daily is putting its archive behind a paywall. Beginning next month, The New York Times will make its audio subscription available for purchase through Apple Podcasts and Spotify. I subscribe for free through Pocket Casts, my preferred podcast player, and listen to the entire podcast with ads.

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Blogging Clockwise 568: One Person, Four Tech Topics, One Blog Post

Episode 568 of the Relay Clockwise Podcast  Every week, Clockwise serves up four hot tech topics in just 30 minutes. It's quick, it's snappy, and it always leaves me wanting more. So, I decided to take matters into my own hands and answer the questions since I would never be asked to join. In this series, although it isn't necessary, you might want to listen to the latest episode to see how the folks at Relay answered these questions.

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Blogging Clockwise 567: One Person, Four Tech Topics, One Blog Post

Episode 567 of the Relay Clockwise Podcast Every week, Clockwise serves up four hot tech topics in just 30 minutes. It's quick, it's snappy, and it always leaves me wanting more. So, I decided to take matters into my own hands and answer the questions since I would never be asked to join. In this series, although it isn't necessary, you might want to listen to the latest episode to see how the folks at Relay answered these questions.

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Do I want a smart ring?

I wear an Apple Watch when I leave my house. I rarely wear one around my house unless I am working out. This means that some days, I do not wear the watch because I do not leave my house. I find that wearing a watch is like wearing khaki pants. I am fine to wear it while I am out, but it instantly gets on my nerves the moment I step foot into the comfort of my home.

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My first post

So this is the first post on my new micro.blog. I have my own blog, but looking to see if this will stick and I will post here more?

Cardboard and popsicle sticks making engine sounds.

I love random stuff like this and how creative people can be. [www.tiktok.com/@minimoto...](https://www.tiktok.com/@minimotordiy/video/7323623726103203078)

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My Reality as a non-Pro

I had never put on any type of virtual reality headset other than Google Cardboard when it first came out, and I still was an Android user. That experience was a neat one-off where I looked around in a fake outer space scene and honestly do not remember much else. I let my kids play around, and they were bored with it along with me within five minutes. I’m sure Apple’s Vision Pro headset will be a nicer experience than a cardboard box, rubber bands, and magnets that constituted the Google Cardboard.

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White people looping themselves

[www.youtube.com/watch](https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop)&v=4iQmPv_dTI0 I found this NPR Tiny Desk Concert of Fred Again.. from Jarrod Blundy’s HeyDingus blog post of 7 Things This Week and I am so impressed with how creative people can be. It reminds me of Ed Sheeran’s solo performance of I Don't Care (Live At Abbey Road). I could watch people create songs by looping themselves for hours, so if you know of any more, please let me know!

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How Microsoft Snatched Sam Altman from OpenAI and What It Means for the Future of AI

In a dramatic twist of fate, Sam Altman, the former boss of OpenAI, was kicked out of his seat by a rebellious board on Friday. But he didn’t stay jobless for long, as Microsoft swooped in to hire him on Monday, the tech titan announced. Meanwhile, Emmett Shear, the ex-CEO of Twitch, the streaming platform where gamers watch other gamers play, will switch sides and join OpenAI. This has been an interesting weekend before a holiday!

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Rosalynn Carter death: former first lady and wife of Jimmy Carter, passes away at 96

Rosalynn Carter, who as first lady worked tirelessly on behalf of mental health reform and professionalized the role of the president’s spouse, died Sunday at the age of 96. Married for 77 years. If my wife and I were to do that, we would be married until 2086 and I would be 96 years old. I could only be so lucky to live such an inspiring life. — Read on www.

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Alphabet Stock Down 8% on Cloud Miss: What You Need to Know

Alphabet is the parent company of Google, one of the most popular and powerful tech companies in the world. You probably use some of their products every day, such as Gmail, YouTube, Google Maps, and Google Search. But did you know that Alphabet also has a cloud computing business, which provides online services and storage for other companies and organizations? Cloud computing is a big deal in the tech industry, because it allows customers to access data and applications from anywhere, without having to buy and maintain their own servers and hardware.

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How to Double Tap Your Way to Fun and Productivity with Apple Watch

Do you love your Apple Watch? Do you want to make it even more awesome? Well, you’re in luck, because Apple has just released a new feature that lets you double tap your watch face to do all kinds of cool things. Here’s how it works and why you should try it out. What is Double Tap? Double tap is a new gesture that Apple introduced with watchOS 10.1, the latest software update for Apple Watch.

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Apple Services Price Increases: What You Need to Know

Apple has announced that it will increase the prices of some of its services in several countries, starting from November 1, 2023. The services affected by the price hike include Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, iCloud, and Apple One. If you are a fan of these services, you might want to know how much more you will have to pay and why Apple is doing this. Here are some key points to help you understand the situation.

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Pebble T2, the Twitter alternative that promised to be better, is shutting down

If you are a fan of Twitter, you might have heard of Pebble T2, a new social media platform that claimed to be a better version of the popular microblogging site. Pebble T2 was launched in 2021 by a group of former Twitter employees who were unhappy with the direction of the company. They wanted to create a platform that was more user-friendly, transparent, and respectful of privacy and free speech.

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Apple's 'Scary Fast' Event: What to Expect from the Halloween Mac Launch

Apple is known for its sleek and innovative products, but this Halloween, the tech giant is planning to give us a treat that is also 'scary fast'. Apple has announced its second product event of the year, following the launch of the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 8 last month. The event, titled 'Scary Fast', will take place on October 30th at 8PM ET / 5PM PT, and will be streamed online only.

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Fallout is coming to Prime Video: Everything you need to know

Fallout fans, rejoice! The popular post-apocalyptic video game franchise is getting a live-action TV series adaptation on Amazon Prime Video. The series is being developed by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, the creators of HBO’s hit sci-fi drama Westworld. Here are some of the details you need to know about this exciting project: The series will be based on the Fallout universe, which is set in an alternate history where a nuclear war devastated the world in 2077.

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How Streaming Services Are Making Money From Your Pauses

Have you ever wondered what happens when you pause your favorite show on Hulu, Peacock, or Max? You might think that nothing much is going on, but in fact, you are being exposed to a new type of advertising that is designed to catch your attention without annoying you too much. These ads are called “pause ads” and they only appear a few seconds after you stop the action on your own.

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How to Shop on Amazon Without a Password: Introducing Passkeys

Do you hate having to remember passwords for every website and app you use? Do you worry about hackers stealing your passwords and breaking into your accounts? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you might be interested in a new way to sign in to your Amazon account without a password: passkeys. Passkeys are a new feature that Amazon is rolling out on its website and mobile apps, starting with iOS.

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New Apple Pencil (USB-C): Everything You Need to Know

Apple has introduced a new Apple Pencil with a USB-C connector. This new Apple Pencil is more affordable than the Apple Pencil (2nd generation), and it is compatible with a wider range of iPads. Features: USB-C connector for charging and pairing Magnetic attachment to iPad for storage but not for charging Tilt detection but no pressure sensitivity Long battery life Low latency Hover on iPad Pro Pricing:

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