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Apple Releases Vision Pro App for iPhoneApple has made the new Vision Pro app available for iOS 18.4 beta 2 users, offering a streamlined way to discover and download content for their headset. The app was announced two weeks ago and is designed to make it easier for users to find suitable content when the device is not in use.The app's main section, "This Week," provides a curated experience with various content options, including Apple Immersive content, new apps and games, 3D movie suggestions, and feature highlights like Mac Virtual Display.

Users can also download apps and games directly to their Vision Pro, as well as add movies and TV shows to their watch list.The "My Vision Pro" section offers additional resources, such as a user guide, serial number, and visionOS version information, helping new users get started with their device. The app's straightforward design aims to provide a seamless user experience for Vision Pro owners.

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Apple has released the second beta of its upcoming macOS Sequoia 15.4 update, allowing developers to test the new features before its official release in early April.The update brings significant changes to the Mail app, including the introduction of dedicated categories for transactions, updates, promotions, and primary emails, which will surface the most important emails first. This reorganization is expected to improve user productivity and organization.Additionally, Apple News subscribers can expect a new Food section with recipes, articles about restaurants, and otheelated content.

Other features include a new Sketch style in Image Playground, the ability to create Memory Movies in the Photos app, and expanded Apple Intelligence capabilities in multiple languages.

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Opera's new Browser Operator feature is set to allow agents to complete tasks on websites. The company claims this will enhance user experience, but critics are concerned about security and privacy implications.

The feature appears to be able to navigate through websites and find specific items, raising questions about how it will handle sensitive information. As the feature nears release, experts and users are calling for greater transparency and regulation around AI-powered automation in online shopping and other areas.

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The release of iOS 18.4 has been marred by the removal of planned Apple Intelligence Siri features. Instead, we're seeing more refined and existing features that make the update worth installing.

Priority Notifications analyzes incoming notifications and highlights important ones based on context and time. This feature can be turned on in the settings and provides a clear visual indication of priority messages.The Image Playground app has also received an update, adding a new "Sketch" style for creating images.

This style is distinct from Animation and Illustration options, offering a more hand-drawn look.New languages have been added to iOS 18.4, including French, German, Italian, and others.

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Apple's new iPhone 16e introduces the Action button, replacing the traditional Ring/Silent switch. This feature offers additional options, including access to camera, flashlight, Voice Memos, Focus modes, Translate, and accessibility features.

Users can customize the Action button's functions and assign it to different actions using a press-and-hold gesture. The new feature also includes Integration with Shortcuts and Control Center options in iOS 18.

However, some features like Visual Intelligence are currently exclusive to iPhone 16 models, leaving users wondering about its implementation on lower-end models. Users are advised to explore the feature's full capabilities.

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R Apple has released a new beta firmware update for AirPods 4 models and AirPods Pro 2, but only for developers at this time. The build number is 7E5080a, and no details about new features or changes are available yet.

Non-developers still use outdated firmware versions. To check the current firmware version, go to Settings > Bluetooth and select the Info button next to the AirPods Pro or AirPods 4.

Updates can be installed by putting the AirPods in range of an iPhone, iPad, or Mac connected to Wi-Fi and then plugging them in to charge.

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Apple's latest iOS update (18.4) has changed the Safari search behavior, displaying recent search history in new tab searches. This change may be polarizing, as some users value the transparency, while others are concerned about privacy and security risks.

The absence of an option to disable this feature and the potential for security breaches if devices are shared with others raise questions about user control and responsible design. As with any significant update, users must weigh the benefits against the potential drawbacks and consider their individual needs and preferences.

A clear understanding of these implications is essential.

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The introduction of a new slicer aims to streamline file preparation for those using the Prusa 3D printer. While this may make it easier for beginners to start printing, it raises questions about the potential loss of fundamental understanding.

The trade-off between convenience and print quality is also pertinent, as well as the impact on the broader community. As the technology advances, it's essential to consider both the benefits and drawbacks to ensure that 3D printing remains a viable and rewarding hobby.