March, 2022

• 30 March

  Apple Begins Allowing Some App Signups to Link Outside App Store

  

  Apple on Wednesday told developers they can now apply to allow “external link account entitlement,” a new designation that allows some apps to include signup links that point outside the App Store. The move, which was announced last year as part of a settlement with Japan’s Fair Trade Commission, will allow “reader” apps like streaming …

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• 30 March

  This Monitor Mimics Immersive 3D Without a VR Headset

  

  Metaverse-style immersion would seem to require dedicated VR or AR hardware to fully draw audiences in, but one company is offering an eyewear-free alternative. The Brelyon Ultra Reality monitor projects panoramic and cinema-scale virtual images with added depth. As you lean in to peer inside, you’ll see an image that appears to float 5 feet in the distance with a …

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• 30 March

  7 Apple Watch tips for runners

  

  Whether you’re training for a marathon or a first-time jogger, the Apple Watch has lots of perks for runners. The best part is that you don’t need the latest Apple Watch Series 7 (or the rumored Apple Watch Series 8) to take advantage of these features. These tips work for all models, including the Apple Watch SE and Apple Watch …

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• 30 March

  Google’s Making It Easier to Schedule Meetings With a New Calendar Feature

  

  Google is rolling out a revamped version of its Google Workspace collection of productivity and collaboration tools. The updates include a feature that lets you share your availability with clients on a dedicated booking page and then schedule meetings at opportune times, even with people who don’t have a Google account. First introduced to paid Workspace Individual users in June …

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• 30 March

  Could Hybrid Music Events Be Next Post

  

  Live concert streaming service Mandolin will host a benefit tonight designed to ease the transition back to in-person events, including a performance from Cage The Elephant. The MusiCares: Music On A Mission event is a “virtual” concert with all proceeds going towards the music community. It will also feature performances from Jason Isbell, k.d. Lang and a never-before-seen live recording …

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• 30 March

  Apple, Facebook May Have Given Private User Info to Hackers, Report Says

  

  Apple and Facebook parent company Meta may have handed over private customer information including addresses, phone numbers and IP addresses last year in response to hackers who presented forged legal documents, a report says. The data was given to hackers pretending to be law enforcement, who used faked emergency data requests in mid-2021, Bloomberg reported Wednesday citing three unnamed sources. …

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• 30 March

  Various Refurbished Samsung Phones Are on Sale at Woot, Save Hundreds Today Only

  

  Last month, Samsung released the newest model in its line of Galaxy phones, the S22. Even if you’re not looking to spend serious cash on upgrading to the latest and greatest, this new release brings plenty of benefits you can take advantage of. A new phone means a serious dip in the price of older models, and Woot is wasting …

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• 30 March

  Dive Into Data With This Excel and Power BI Certification Bundle for Under $18

  

  You’re certifiable! Or you will be, thanks to these comprehensive courses. Learn step-by-step the ins-and-outs of data science with over 60 hours of coursework on Excel, Power BI and more so that you can acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for achieving your occupational goals, whether that means changing careers or trying for a promotion. Learn all of the relevant …

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• 30 March

  A New Law Would Force Facebook Messenger and Apple iMessage to Talk to Each Other. Here’s How

  

  Landmark European Union legislation could mean WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger and Apple’s iMessage will have to let their users communicate with one another. Approved by EU members on Friday and awaiting official adoption, the Digital Markets Act is aimed at regulating massive “gatekeeper” providers, requiring them to exchange more information between services and provide space for smaller platforms to thrive in …

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• 30 March

  Chromebooks Get a New App Launcher With Chrome OS Update 100

  

  Unlike the sometimes jarring changes that come when Microsoft or Apple update their operating systems, Google’s Chrome OS updates are frequent and gradual. Even with the release of update 100, the biggest change might go unnoticed, depending on how you access your Chromebook’s apps.  Chromebook’s Launcher, also known as the app drawer, has a new look and capabilities. Click on …

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