For the longest time, the easiest way to manage limited storage on your devices was to get an external hard drive. This did the job very well, but ultimately had its fair share of problems. Cloud storage offers a much-needed alternative to keeping a large physical drive and offers many benefits, including a sleek new icon design if you’re using Google Drive. You don’t need to connect your cloud storage with a cable to access your data; there’s no risk of losing or physically damaging the drive, and you can use your phone to view files even when you’re on…
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When it comes to purchasing new technology, there is always the temptation to acquire the latest and greatest technology. With products like smartphones offering good, better, and best options, many feel they have to opt for the most expensive, feature-rich flagship model to enjoy all the benefits the device offers. However, this is not necessarily true. While there will always be upgrades to features, specifications, and even design with the flagship device, the average user probably doesn’t need them. It’s nice to have all the features, but for most users, the higher-end versions aren’t always worth the extra cost. …
There was a time when people weren’t expected to be available 24/7. News came by mail once or twice a day, and gossip came by way of magazine or word of mouth. Those days are over. The ubiquity of smartphones has eliminated any semblance of privacy we had. All day long, our phones are blowing up with texts, emails, DMs, and push notifications from Uber Eats (which discussed using AI on restaurant food photos), urging you to buy Chinese food even though you just ordered from them an hour ago. This constant barrage of notifications can definitely get annoying, but…
Technically, headphones can only output sound through two channels: left and right. However, spatial audio technology can create the illusion that sounds come from different directions, as might be the case in the real world. This can be ideal for gaming. It’s simply important to understand how to optimize spatial audio to get the most out of this technology. One way to optimize spatial audio is to experiment with it in different contexts. Alongside gaming, spatial audio is perfect for VR (when available), as it can make the experience even more real. Spatial audio can also make you feel like…
Turning off your Wi-Fi can really ruin your day, especially if you have essential smart home gadgets that need to be connected to work. You can often resolve the problem by simply restarting your router. We’ve all heard the joke “Have you tried unplugging it and plugging it back in?”, but it really does apply in many cases. However, if rebooting doesn’t work, the next step is to perform a hard reset. It is also known as the 30-30-30 reset rule, a reference to the actual process. A 30-30-30 hard reset involves holding down the reset button on a router…
Apple just registered a new subdomain record before WWDC: genai.apple.com. All signs point to WWDC 2026 being Apple’s major AI renaissance, where the company delivers on the promises it made at WWDC 2024, plus a few additional new announcements. This subdomain was first spotted by Aaron Perris of Woozad, and the link currently does not lead to a live web page. It’s not at all clear what this will be used for or whether it will even be a public website, but needless to say, it’s likely related to Apple’s upcoming generative AI announcements at WWDC. As previously mentioned, Apple is finally…
The biggest Apple stories of the week revolved around a new Apple Card promotion, essentially offering free AirPods Pro 3 to new cardholders, as well as Apple’s official announcement of major WWDC 2026 events, and media invitations to the keynote. Other popular topics this week included rumors about the next foldable iPhone, Apple Watch, and iPhone tips and tricks, and more, so read on below for all the details! Featured New Apple Card holders can get free AirPods Pro 3, but there’s a catch At the end of last week, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman revealed that Apple would launch a new promotion to…
The right set of speakers can make a major difference in your experience listening to music, watching movies, gaming, and more. However, choosing quality speakers is not necessarily enough to optimize your home audio setup. In addition to familiarizing yourself with the various settings you can adjust to get the most out of your audiophile equipment, you should also consider how speaker placement can affect sound quality. Be aware in particular that placing your speakers too close to the nearest wall can prevent you from getting the most out of them. If your speakers are too close to a wall…
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we feature the latest apps from the indie app world. If you are a developer and would like your app to be featured, contact us. In a world full of assistants and AI tools trying to make your life easier, Poppy takes a different approach. Rather than demanding your effort up front, Poppy does its best to be proactive, providing you with useful context before you even know you need it. Highlights Poppy is not a traditional chatbot interface. Instead, you link all the things you want it…
If updating your router seems like something that belongs at the bottom of your list, investing in a newer 5G portable router could take your browsing experience to a whole new level. A portable 5G router connects directly to 5G rather than relying on Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi routers often just broadcast your cable or DSL internet connection), making it a great choice if you live somewhere with a killer cellular signal. Do you really need a 5G router if your old router is still alive? The truth is, a “don’t fix it if it ain’t broke” attitude won’t get you far.…