According to a new report from Variety, Beats was developing a line of Sonos-like speakers before it was acquired by Apple. When the Apple acquisition occurred, development of the connected speakers was stopped, according to the report. Some of the engineers that were working on the project were moved to other teams, while others have since left the company. The line of speakers that Beats had planned was originally slated to launch before the 2014 holiday season....

Long before worldwide fame as Kirk in Star Trek and Steve Trevor in Wonder Woman, Chris Pine faced off with an apocalyptic virus in Carriers. Born in Los Angeles, California in 1980, Pine began acting on TV in 2003, appearing in guest roles on shows like ER and CSI: Miami. In the next few years, Pine would appear in films like The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, Just My Luck, and Smokin’ Aces....

Following is a handpicked list of Top Audio Recording Software, with their popular features and website links. The list contains both open source (free) and commercial (paid) software. Audio/Voice Recorder Software: Top Vocal Studio Recording Software #1) Adobe Audition Adobe Audition is a one of the best music recording software that includes waveform and multitrack display to create, mix, edit, and restoring audio content. This workstation is designed to accelerate video production workflows and audio....

Apple and Samsung appeared in a San Jose federal court today, where U.S. District Judge Lucy Koh presides, to give opening statements starting at 9 a.m. PST. Apple filed the first suit in this monumental case in April 2011. The Cupertino, Calif.-based company claimed Samsung infringed its patents by “slavishly copying” its iPhone. Samsung, a South Korea-based Company, promptly countersued. This is one of the important cases to go to trial among a slew of other litigations on smartphone patents....

Apple appears to be running low on inventory for Apple Watch Series 3 repairs as the company informed store staff today that it will substitute some Series 3 repairs with the newer Apple Watch Series 4. Apple announced the change in an internal memo that was delivered to Apple Store repair staff and Apple’s Authorized Service Providers, according to sources briefed on the update. The change means that customers looking for a repair or replacement for their Apple Watch Series 3 Stainless Steel (GPS + Cellular) model will instead be fulfilled with Apple Watch Series 4, Stainless Steel (GPS + Cellular) inventory as a replacement due to constraints on the older model....

Apple has announced today that it is further expanding the availability of the Apple Watch Series 3 with Cellular. The company says the device will be available next week in four new countries… First off, the Apple Watch Series 3 with Cellular will be available in the United Arab Emirates with support from the Etisalat network. The device will start at Dh1,364, according to Gulf News: Also next week, the Apple Watch Series 3 with LTE will be made available in Mexico....

Apple is rolling out the option to automatically download macOS updates starting with macOS Sierra today. The major Mac software update was released at the end of September, and starting today Apple will begin automatically downloading the update on Macs that haven’t updated yet (via The Loop). Mac users will still need to manually allow the software update to be installed; the only change here is that the update can download automatically then prompt you to install....

Over the past few weeks, I’ve been testing the Aqara M2 hub, and it’s a worthy addition to HomeKit. I’ve been using the original Aqara hub in my home for the better part of a year. I’ve done a complete reversal on my opinion on the use of hubs between devices and HomeKit. In my early days of using HomeKit, I preferred devices that worked on Wi-Fi or Bluetooth without using a hub....

It’s no secret that HomePod has been one of the more divisive Apple products to launch in recent years. Whether it’s because of sound quality or Siri capabilities, people either love Apple’s smart speaker or hate it. Now, we’re curious: If you’ve had the chance to try HomePod and some of its competitors, what smart speaker do you think sounds best? HomePod has received praise from many reviewers, so-called audiophiles and casual fans alike....

Not only did Avengers: Endgame successfully conclude an epic 22-film saga and dominate the box office, it also showed Batman v Superman how to properly pull off a “Martha moment”. The latter superhero clash was Zack Snyder’s second step in what was originally a five-movie plan for the DCEU. Unfortunately, the film proved extremely polarizing upon its release, failing to resonate with all but the most ardent of Snyder supporters. While the film had many praise-worthy aspects, its overall legacy was one of disappointment (and countless memes)....

Avengers: Endgame’s iconic portals scene is recreated in a couple of TikTok videos. It’s been more than five months after the Joe and Anthony Russo-directed flick hit theaters, ending the MCU’s The Infinity Saga narrative arc. Despite this, it remains in the mainstream consciousness. Case in point are the few videos parodying one of the movie’s most memorable bits in a hilarious, yet very impressive way. Set up by the massive cliffhanger of an ending in Avengers: Infinity War, Endgame was dubbed as the most anticipated movie of the year....

Avengers: Endgame writers Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely explain Captain America’s true superpower within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Since the MCU’s early days, Steve Rogers - as played by Chris Evans - has been one of the pillars of the franchise. Captain America’s courage, loyalty, and perseverance have helped save the world multiple times, and bailed the Avengers out of many jams. That’s all despite the fact that Steve’s one true love, Peggy Carter, was ripped away from him in the 1940s....

Barnes & Noble’s all-new Nook e-reader is now shipping. The company announced via a press release yesterday that the new Nooks have been shipped to those who pre-ordered them. New orders placed via their website will ship immediately, in time for Father’s Day. The device will also be in stock at Barnes & Noble locations. The e-reader features a six-inch display with the latest E-Ink Pearl display technology that responds to touch input....

Best Buy 24-hour Flash Sale delivers notable Apple deals We got a surprise Best Buy 24-hour Flash Sale this morning, headlined by up to $130 off Apple’s latest iPads. You can save $50 off iPad Air, which is a new all-time low and we loved it in our hands-on review, along with the full $130 off select 9.7-inch iPad models. Best Buy is also reducing 12-inch MacBooks by $500 and that’s a match of the lowest price we’ve seen at $800....

If you’ve been on the lookout for privacy-related applications for your smartphone, then we have something really good in store for you today. Read on to learn about some of the Best Password Manager Apps for Android in 2020, and just how beneficial they really can be. Noting down and remembering passwords in a thing of the past now. Don’t you just hate it when you have to create different passwords for the several services you use in today’s modern world?...

Apple Park Visitor Center is always home to the most unique product displays of any Apple Store location in the world. Since opening in 2017, the store has featured several exquisitely detailed installations showcasing the latest Apple Watch bands and accessories. For the launch of Apple Watch Series 5, iPhone 11, and 11 Pro on September 20, new displays arrived to treat visitors. Three of Apple Park Visitor Center’s ten Avenue displays sport all-new designs....

The Arlo Baby Camera just got a lot more useful for HomeKit users. The latest firmware update adds support for five new HomeKit features (in addition to video support from February) that expands how it can be used in Apple’s Home app. As of firmware version 1.8.22781, Netgear’s Arlo Baby Camera now supports these additional tiles in Apple’s Home app through HomeKit: Air Quality Humidity Motion Nightlight Temperature Arlo Baby Camera can also be used as a dedicated HomeKit security camera thanks to a firmware update introduced earlier this year....

Apple yesterday made the surprising announcement that it is in the process of rebuilding Apple Maps from the ground up. The move comes six years after the original introduction of Apple Maps, the launch of which went anything but smoothly. Now, Apple says it is committed to rebuilding Apple Maps without reliance on any third-party data providers. Speaking to TechCrunch, Apple’s VP of Internet Software and Services Eddy Cue explained that the company is focused on building “the best map app in the world....

Asus ZenFone Max M2 (ZB632KL) has launched back in December 2018. It’s an entry-level budget device but quite powerful enough than any other smartphone in its price range. The device got a couple of software updates via FOTA with the Android security patch level. If you’re using this max M2 handset or plans to buy it, this guide is for you. Here in this article, we will share with you the list of recent Asus ZenFone Max M2 software update versions, download links, and changelogs....

Want to flash the Stock ROM file on Asus ZS671KS? Then you are in the right place. On this page, we will share the official Asus ZS671KS flash files with their firmware installation guide. To install the firmware flash file, we need a software called the QFil Flash tool which can be helpful to flash the stock ROM on your device. The method is simple and easy. We have also added video and step by step tutorials to make things easier to flash the official flash file....