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On Monday Apple released a significant software update to the fourth-generation Apple TV, released last fall. With the release of tvOS 9.2, users gain the ability to use Siri Dictation when entering usernames and passwords, using Siri to search the App Store and create folders to help with app organization. Before you can start using folders on the Apple TV, …

If you’re in the market for a kitty but don’t believe in your ability to take care of a living creature, don’t worry — Japan has you covered. Tokyo-based company Takara Tomy brings us the Hello Woonyan, an electronic cat with a surprising number of tricks for such an adorable cutey. The electronic feline purrs when being pet, will chase …

Nobody ever asked Superman whether he wanted to share a screen with Batman. When it hit cinemas this week, “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” was (rightly or wrongly) billed as one of the biggest superhero films of 2016. But back in 2013, after the movie was first announced, Superman wasn’t too happy about sharing a movie franchise with the …

Multitasking on the fourth-generation Apple TV is simple: Double-click the home button on the Siri remote (it’s the one that looks like a TV), and then swipe to the right. Now, may see a different layout if you haven’t updated to tvOS 9.2 yet — that multitasking layout put apps side by side similar to how iOS 8 used to. …

The GoldenEar Technology Triton One is a big tower speaker that has what it takes to fill large living spaces with sound. That’s what big speakers do: present music’s scale and power better than small speakers can ever muster. Of course, GoldenEar Technology offers a range of smaller speakers, but there’s no reason why you can’t use Triton Ones in …

Apple’s online storefront was taken offline Wednesday in preparation for processing preorders for its new iPhone SE and iPad Pro 9.7 at midnight Pacific Time Thursday. The outage is a familiar procedure before a major Apple product release. The online store will begin accepting preorders on March 24 for the devices, which will be available for in-store purchase the same …

Actor Ben Affleck has played both Batman and Superman, but which would win in a match-up — Affleck as Batman in the new film “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” or Affleck as a washed-up, drunk actor playing Superman in the 2006 movie “Hollywoodland”? Related stories Ukulele Batman vs. Bagpipe Superman: Who will win? See how Wonder Woman’s costume has …

AT&T subscribers with an iPhone 6 or higher can now make and receive calls via Wi-Fi outside the United States. Through text messages sent this week, the carrier informed customers of the change to its Wi-Fi calling feature introduced in October. Previously, the feature was limited to calls within the US, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Now, you can …

If your Kindle was made in 2012 or earlier, Amazon wants your device to be on the latest version of its software. If you missed the March 22 deadline to get an over-the-air update, you’ll have to update your device manually. Here’s how. Find out if your Kindle is up-to-date For users who stay connected to Wi-Fi, the update may …

Once again, the Akamai State of the Internet report has delivered less than impressive news when it comes to Australian broadband speeds. The report, which ranks the average internet connection of countries around the world, has never shown Australia in a great light, but the latest report is, well, worse. First, some context: At the end of 2013 Australia had …

It’s a crazy mixed-up tech world. Apple’s mobile devices rely on Lightning connectors, most other mobile devices rely on Micro-USB, and nary the twain shall meet. Right? Wrong…maybe. Because if Kickstarter project LMcable becomes a reality, there might be just one cable to rule them all. The LMcable has a standard USB plug at one end and 2-in-1 plug at …

Apple parody commercials have a long and proud tradition. Often these fake ads feature a talking head against a white background making absurd claims about new gadget releases. Smartphone maker HTC released a knock-off ad making fun of Apple’s famous “1984” commercial. Even furniture juggernaut IKEA got in on the action with an Apple-style ad for its new catalog in …

Now playing: Watch this: Hands-on with the 9.7-inch iPad Pro 1:37 While Apple is known for keeping things simple, the recent addition of the iPad Pro 9.7 to its tablet lineup has made things a bit convoluted. If you are weighing your options on upgrading (downgrading?), or someone who just likes to look at charts, we’ve organized the iPads by …

Your Facebook photos are about to look a whole lot crisper. Facebook is rolling out an update that finally lets Android users upload high-resolution photos to Facebook. The effects of compression aren’t really noticable in the Newsfeed area where images are small, but once a photo is expanded, the low-quality compression becomes obvious. With a recent server-side switch, Facebook has …