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New in iOS 18.2 developer beta 3: Changes to Apple Intelligence, video playback, and more

The third developer beta of iOS 18.2 is now available for all compatible iPhone models, as Apple Intelligence testing continues. Here's everything you need to know about the update.


iOS 18.2 developer beta 3 introduces enhancements to existing features.

On Monday, Apple released iOS 18.2 developer beta 3, with build number 22C5131e, up from the previous 22C5125e. While the update is compatible with devices as old as the iPhone XS and iPhone XR, the software includes a variety of Apple Intelligence features that only work on iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and the iPhone 16 range.

The iOS 18.2 update introduces support for Image Playground, Genmoji, Visual Intelligence, and ChatGPT integration via Siri. There's also a new FindMy feature that helps users locate lost luggage or AirTags.


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Ultimate guide on how to use an external SSD as a working drive on macOS Sequoia

It is easily possible to double the cost of a new M4 Mac mini by buying Apple storage — but if you know what you're doing, you can buy external drives, and save hundreds of dollars by working off those. Here's how.


External drives are vastly cheaper than Apple's storage upgrade prices

Apple's New Mac mini is a stunning bargain for its price and its performance — but maybe only in its base configuration. Once you start adding anything like more storage, you hit Apple's excessive upgrade charges and the bargain diminishes, or even goes away entirely.

It is true that Apple has made things better, both by increasing the amount of RAM that base model gets, and also by making 256GB the smallest amount of storage you can buy.


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Holiday 2024 MacBook Buyer's Guide -- Which Mac laptop you should buy?

Apple's late 2024 update to its Mac and MacBook ranges has brought M4 to the product line. Here's how to choose the best portable Mac for your budget for the 2024 holiday season.


MacBook Air and MacBook Pro

Apple's fall product updates covered many areas, but for the Mac product category, it meant an update to M4. Following the introduction of the chip in the iPad Pro lineup earlier in the year, the MacBook Pro now uses the speedy chip.

Even better, Apple didn't stop at just M4, as it brought out M4 Pro and M4 Max variants as well. These additions offer a lot more performance options, and in the case of the M4 Max, more performance than an M2 Ultra in some benchmarks.


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Bluetti's new Elite 200 portable power station provides 17 years of charging

Check out the latest from Bluetti with an exclusive discount on the Elite 200 V2 portable power station capable of generating reliable 2 kWh power for 17 years.


Bluetti Elite 200 V2 is rated for 17-years of use - Image credit: Bluetti

Bluetti is an innovator in the home battery backup space that's been pushing the limits of consumer backup power solutions. The company offers some of the best portable power station units that serve you everywhere from the campground to your home during a power outage.

Tuesday, Bluetti has unveiled the latest in its lineup — the Elite 200 V2. It is a 2 kWh portable power station that is rated for 6,000 life cycles, which equates to over 17 years.


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God provides for Hanta to join an OM outreach

Hanta, a committed young Christian from a rural village in Madagascar, learns that if she’s willing to obey God, He provides a way.




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No Coincidence

The softball camp in Hungary was not originally planned. But there in the 38-degree (100° F) heat, prayers and decisions opened lives to the Lord.




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3DEXPERIENCE Marketplace for SOLIDWORKS add-in (6.32.4026) is available for download

Latest SOLIDWORKS press releases, news, technical alerts and announcements. These feeds are seen on...




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SOLIDWORKS 2024 SP5 is available for download

Latest SOLIDWORKS press releases, news, technical alerts and announcements. These feeds are seen on...




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News24 Business | Frenzy for Black Friday may have died down, but locals still buying up a storm

Another year, and the South African love affair with Black Friday continues unabated, albeit not with the same frenzy that greeted it during its peak in 2019, say analysts.




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News24 Business | Tax the rich? Treasury says it is considering a wealth tax

National Treasury has said it is considering a wealth tax on high-net-worth individuals to boost government revenue.




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Hiking to impact mothers and children worldwide

On 12 May, 130 people in Atlanta, Georgia, participate in a hike at to benefit trafficked and exploited women across our world.




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Climbing for the freedom of women worldwide

150 gathered for the first Freedom Climb Conference in September to learn how to become advocates for oppressed women and children around the world.




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Building bridges to the immigrant 'islands' of Sweden

OM Sweden plans church-planting initiatives in three urban centres.




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A passion she didn't know she had

When God directed Ellianna to Ireland instead of Austria, she discovered a new opportunity to meet refugees.




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Why did you immigrate?

In the everyday relationships of life, an OM worker finds God working to make His name known.




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Off the GRID

OM New Zealand’s new Off The GRID discipleship programme aims to inspire young adults to live for God and to serve others.




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Going Off The GRID to learn about God

A French couple attended the Off The GRID discipleship programme in New Zealand, where they learned about missions and God.




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God provides during medical outreach in Guatemala

When specific medicine is not available during a medical outreach, OM Guatemala sees God miraculously provide for one mother in need.




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No coincidence: an answer to prayer

Puerto Barrios, Guatemala :: Logos Hope is welcomed by the mayor, who believes the ship brings what the city needs.




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When discipleship and ministry collide

During the OM's Ride 2 Transform 2017 cycle tour, 17 cyclists biked 550 kilometres around southern Malawi, distributing AudioBibles and praying.




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Paralysis provides platform to preach

Miraculous healing from sudden paralysis gives an OM worker opportunity to preach the gospel in a community.




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Kids’ Games brings breath of fresh air

OM Pakistan takes the popular Kids’ Game event to one of the most challenging parts of Pakistan to share a message of God’s love.




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Kids kneel to accept Christ at camp

After having some difficulty with the campers and teen leaders, OMer Stephen explains the significance of the cross and following Jesus—many respond positively.




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A new identity in Christ

Nothing, not even life-long injuries sustained from a car crash, deterred Kamil from his search for God.




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Latin bridge to the least reached

Veracruz, Mexico :: Workers from Central Asia share their stories and challenge event participants to think about their part in global missions.




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Reaching kids with God’s love

Women work with disabled children in North Africa, desiring to transmit God’s love through physical therapy.




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Grace and peace amidst chaos

OM workers in North Africa explain they have peace even during times of political unrest.




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God provides miracle visas

OM workers share how God answered prayers for visas to stay in North Africa.




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Not just ‘Friday' friends

Every Friday, OM Hong Kong meets Pakistani women and children in neighbourhood parks, in an effort to demonstrate the love of God.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I'm struggling to make ends meet. What should I consider before cashing out my savings?

JustMoney.co.za marketing manager Shafeeka Anthony lists the implications to consider before withdrawing savings or investments.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I'm in financial trouble. Can I get a loan from my provident fund?

A Fin24 reader facing financial hardship wants to know if it would be possible to get a loan from his provident fund.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | What are the financial considerations of divorce?

Simon Dippenaar, founder and managing partner at Simon Dippenaar & Associates, looks at the financial consequences of divorce and what you should consider.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I want to invest individually for each of my children. What are my options?

A News24 reader looks to an expert for guidance on the best investment vehicles for each of her children.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I want to invest. What questions should I ask the financial services provider?

The South African Association of Treasury Advisors highlights the importance of dealing only with an authorised financial services provider when making any investment.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How can I avoid falling into a debt spiral this year?

TransUnion CEO Lee Naik shares five tips that could help to resolve financial strains.




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News24 Business | This mobile provider is failing to implement RICA law

One can easily and quickly activate multiple eSIMs, free of charge, by uploading false RICA validation information to me&you mobile’s website.




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News24 Business | Transnet woes 'create opportunities', says MSC unit amid R767m push into Namibia

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA's Africa logistics unit will invest as much as €40 million in Namibia by 2030 to benefit from growing oil, gas and renewable energy developments.




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Building Bridges

Building Bridges—a name well suited for the ministry at the integration centre in the Linz area — seeks to connect Austrians, immigrants, Christians and Muslims.




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The hidden pearl

Jesus came to find us, like the merchant looking for fine pearls.




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Building bridges in Graz

OM Austria has worked with immigrants for 10 years in the "Building Bridges" Team. In 2016, the team will begin working with refugees in Graz.




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Turkey outreach with OM Building Bridges

The OM Austria Building Bridges team gains valuable experience during a short term trip to Turkey.




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Building bridges with "Building Bridges"

Short-termer Elizabeth from the USA shares some of her experiences working with the Building Bridges Team in Linz, Austria for a month.




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OM reaches out to victims landslide Costa Rica

Over twenty people have been killed in a landslide in Costa Rica, due to heavy rainfall in the Central American country. The disaster caused huge damage in both in the Pacific coast and in a suburb of the capital San José. Together with local churches, OM Costa Rica is organising help for families who lost their homes.




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Families receive medical aid and Jesus' love

OM Costa Rica has been hoping to initiate a sponsorship programme in the indigenous reservation of Talamanca. Now, they’re finally starting to see it happen.




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Feliz Navidad!

OM teams in Costa Rica and El Salvador take Christmas to approximately 2,000 children during the run up to Christmas.




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English classes provide a way

OM MTI shares the love of Jesus and empowers children and families in Cambodia through English classes that prepare students for future employment.




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6 Considerations for School Leaders Making a Statement About George Floyd

When making formal statements, school and district leaders should call out racist patterns and commit to dismantling White supremacy, advise Dorinda J. Carter Andrews and Shaun R. Harper.




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Betsy DeVos Stresses That She Supports 'Great Public Schools' (Video)

U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recently spoke at Council of the Great City Schools annual legislative and policy conference in Washington, D.C. Here are some of her remarks.




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School Leader on Trump's Education Budget (Video)

Education Week's Andrew Ujifusa hashes out the details of the education budget with Prince George's County, Md., Schools CEO Kevin Maxwell.




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DeVos May Bypass Congress to Get Rid of the Office for English-Learners. Can She?

The answer is unclear but "the threat is real," English-language-learner advocacy groups say. The advocates say the Education Department has evaded their questions about the future of the office of English-language acquisition.