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Teyana Taylor Feels 'Underappreciated' at Kanye West's Record Label

The 'We Got Love' singer refuses to make new music at G.O.O.D Music because she felt 'underappreciated' at the record label owned by the 'Gold Digger' rapper.




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Grammys Announces Several Changes After The Weeknd Drama

The new changes arrive after The Weeknd publicly called out the organization for snubbing him as her received zero nominations at this year's ceremony over his successful hit 'Blinding Lights'.




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Olly Alexander Confirms Reunion With Bandmate Mikey Goldsworthy

The 'It's a Sin' actor reveals one of his Years and Years bandmates is returning as a touring member, only a year after departing the group in March 2020.




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Razorlight Reuniting for First Time in Decade for New Music and Special Gig

Johnny Borrell and his original bandmates announce a reunion to work on new music and perform a livestream concert, ten years after they went their separate ways.




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The Weeknd Remains Uninterested in Joining Grammys Despite Changes in Nomination Process

The 'Blinding Lights' hitmaker still refuses to be a part of the Grammys although he commends the organization for shutting down nomination review committees.




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Perrie Edwards Unhappy to Dress Up as Guy for Little Mix's New Music Video

Edwards recalls crying because she thought she looked stupid wearing a man's clothes for her girl group's music video which came out recently to support new single 'Confetti'.




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Danielle Fishel Announces Pregnancy on 40th Birthday

The former 'Boy Meets World' actress celebrates her 40th birthday by debuting her baby bump as she is expecting her second child with husband Jensen Karp.




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Kate Middleton and Prince William Offer Playful Bloopers When Launching New YouTube Channel

In the first released video, the Duchess of Cambridge adorably corrects her husband's pronunciation when he spoke the Irish language for their 2021 St. Patrick's Day greeting.




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Lil Nas X Unbothered by Criticism as It Gives 'More Power' to His Name

The 'Montero (Call Me by Your Name)' hitmaker talks about controversies surrounding his name, saying he loves taking on online trolls although he always tries not to start the fight.




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Brody Jenner Tells Kaitlynn Carter Why He Found Her Summer Fling With Miley Cyrus 'Gnarly'

In a teaser clip for season 2 of 'The Hills: New Beginnings', the son of Caitlyn Jenner gets honest about him being blindsided by his ex-wife's choice of partner following their separation.




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Lala Kent on Unfollowing Ariana Madix: 'Let's Not Pretend' Caring for Each Other

The 'Vanderpump Rules' star also talks about fixing her friendship with Scheana Shay, sharing that the two start talking again as they bond over motherhood.




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Ciara Unable to Hold Back Laughter Seeing Russell Wilson Post-Wisdom Teeth Removal

Documenting the moment her Seattle Seahawks player husband was wheeled out post-op, the 'Like a Boy' singer can be heard suppressing her giggle as she says, 'Oh my god, this is ridiculous.'




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Adam Sandler Pokes Fun at Viral Video of IHOP Staff Begging Him to Come Back

Clearly having no hard feeling over the incident, the 'Grown Ups' actor jokes that he left the restaurant simply because 'the all-you-can-eat deal didn't apply to the milkshakes.'




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Kelly Osbourne Unbothered Being Labeled 'Racist' Following Mom Sharon's Exit From 'The Talk'

When addressing her mother's departure from CBS' daytime talk show, the 'Fashion Police' star stresses that she doesn't 'give a f**k about cancel culture.'




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Paris Hilton Advises Against Believing Everything You Read to Debunk Viral 'Stop Being Poor' Meme

Setting the record straight on the image of her wearing the infamous tank top, the 'This Is Paris' star reveals that the statement seemingly emblazoned on her white top was 'completely photoshopped.'




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Peabody Awards 2021 Unveils 'Euphoria' and 'Ted Lasso' Among Its Nominees

'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert', in the meantime, makes the shortlist in the Entertainment field, and Stacey Abrams' 'All In: The Fight for Democracy' gets nominated in the Documentary category.




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Conan O'Brien Unveils June End Date for His TBS Late-Night Show

When offering more details about his departure from 'CONAN', the host assures that the final episode will feature clips of his favorite moments from the last 11 years, as well as special guests.




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Caitlyn Jenner Calls for Restoration of Californian Dream in 1st Ad Campaign for Governor Run

Describing herself as 'compassionate disrupter' in the 3-minute video, the former 'I Am Cait' star takes aim at 'career politicians' Gavin Newsom and Nancy Pelosi for breaking COVID health protocols.




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Kim Kardashian Unaware 'Smuggled' Ancient Roman Sculpture Was Imported in Her Name

The 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' star is ordered to forfeit the 'Fragment of Myron's Samian Athena' statue by the U.S. government because it was illegally 'looted' from Italy.




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Hunter McGrady Feels Like She'll Never Breathe Again as Brother Dies at 23

The plus-sized Sports Illustrated model pays tribute to her younger brother Tynan, who passed away at the age of 23, in an emotional post on social media.




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Danielle Fishel Announces Pregnancy on 40th Birthday

The former 'Boy Meets World' actress celebrates her 40th birthday by debuting her baby bump as she is expecting her second child with husband Jensen Karp.




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Perrie Edwards Unhappy to Dress Up as Guy for Little Mix's New Music Video

Edwards recalls crying because she thought she looked stupid wearing a man's clothes for her girl group's music video which came out recently to support new single 'Confetti'.




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Kate Middleton and Prince William Offer Playful Bloopers When Launching New YouTube Channel

In the first released video, the Duchess of Cambridge adorably corrects her husband's pronunciation when he spoke the Irish language for their 2021 St. Patrick's Day greeting.




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Lil Nas X Unbothered by Criticism as It Gives 'More Power' to His Name

The 'Montero (Call Me by Your Name)' hitmaker talks about controversies surrounding his name, saying he loves taking on online trolls although he always tries not to start the fight.




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'The Masked Singer' Recap: Robopine Is Unmasked in 'Spicy 6' Episode

In the new outing of the hit FOX show which is titled 'Spicy 6', 'This Is Us' actress Chrissy Metz joins as a guest panelist with the Yeti being the night's first performer.



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  • The Masked Singer

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Brody Jenner Tells Kaitlynn Carter Why He Found Her Summer Fling With Miley Cyrus 'Gnarly'

In a teaser clip for season 2 of 'The Hills: New Beginnings', the son of Caitlyn Jenner gets honest about him being blindsided by his ex-wife's choice of partner following their separation.




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Lala Kent on Unfollowing Ariana Madix: 'Let's Not Pretend' Caring for Each Other

The 'Vanderpump Rules' star also talks about fixing her friendship with Scheana Shay, sharing that the two start talking again as they bond over motherhood.




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Zack Snyder Plots DC Movie Marathon to Raise Funds for Suicide Prevention

The 'Justice League' director plans to host a viewing party for 'Man of Steel', 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice', and 'Justice League' to raise money for good cause.



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  • Zack Snyder's Justice League

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Noah Centineo Offers No Reason for Withdrawal From He-Man Role in 'Masters of the Universe'

A representative for the 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' star confirms the actor is no longer attached to the project that has been set up at Sony Pictures and Mattel Films for years.




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Marvel Unveils 'Eternals' First Footage, 'Black Panther' and 'Captain Marvel' Sequel Titles

The promo that also celebrates the past MCU movies offers a look at Angelina Jolie's Thena, Richard Madden's Icarus, Kumail Nanjiani's Kingo and Gemma Chan's Sersi among other Eternals.




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Josh Duhamel Praises 'Absolute Pro' Jennifer Lopez Post-'Shotgun Wedding' Filming

Looking back at his experience shooting the romcom in the Dominican Republic, the former 'Las Vegas' star gushes that the 'On the Floor' hitmaker was 'a dream to work with.'




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AppleVis Extra #93: Be My Eyes' Revolutionary Virtual Volunteer, Featuring Hans Wiberg and Mike Buckley

Welcome to a special episode of AppleVis Extra, where host Dave Nason is joined by Hans Wiberg, founder of Be My Eyes, and the new CEO of Be My Eyes, Mike Buckley, to discuss the recent announcement of Be My Eyes' new Virtual Volunteer feature powered by OpenAI's GPT-4 model.

Be My Eyes, a revolutionary app for the blind and low-vision community, has been connecting users with volunteers for assistance with everyday tasks since 2012. With the introduction of the Virtual Volunteer, powered by the advanced visual recognition capabilities of GPT-4, the app is set to take its power and value to new heights.

Hans and Mike share their excitement about the performance of GPT-4, stating that in the short time they've had access, it has shown unparalleled capabilities in image-to-text object recognition. The implications for global accessibility are profound, as this new feature has the potential to offer a greater degree of independence in the lives of blind and low-vision individuals.

The Virtual Volunteer stands out from other image recognition tools due to its ability to have conversations and offer comprehensive assistance with context and analysis. Users can send images of various tasks, such as identifying the contents of their fridge or reading a map, and the Virtual Volunteer not only identifies the objects but also provides additional information and suggestions, such as recipes that can be prepared with the ingredients.

The Virtual Volunteer tool is currently in beta and is anticipated to be available to users in Q3 2023 and will be free for all blind and low-vision community members using the Be My Eyes app. Don't forget to register in the Be My Eyes app to be placed on the waiting list for access to the Virtual Volunteer.




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AppleVis Unleashed April 2023: A Little Bank

In this month's edition of AppleVis Unleashed, Thomas Domville and Mike Malarsie discuss recent Apple news and other topics of interest. Topics featured in this episode include:

  • Here Comes the WWDC 2023 (00:04:20)
  • The Musical Chairs Continues for the iPhone 15 Rumors (00:12:50)
  • Apple Turns on HomePod's Smoke Alarm Recognition (00:18:40)
  • Move Over! There is a New Bank in Town (00:23:18(
  • Subscription Fatigue (00:33:18(
  • Upcoming Apple Watch OS Getting a Big Interface Changes (00:41:09)
  • More Leaks in What We Could See in the Upcoming iOS 17 (00:43:06)
  • What's in this month AppleVis News (00:57:42) Closing (01:00:36)

Links:

If you have feedback or questions for the Unleashed team, you can reach them by…




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Introducing Be My Eyes' Virtual Volunteer: A Demonstration of Some Game Changing Real-World Use Cases

In this episode of our podcast, Thomas Domville demonstrates the power of the Virtual Volunteer feature, set to come to the Be My Eyes app in late Q3 2023. Currently in beta testing, this feature, powered by OpenAI's GPT-4 model, has the potential to be a game changer for people with visual impairments. It offers a virtual sighted assistant that can generate context and understanding for images, allowing for a greater degree of independence in everyday tasks.

During the episode, Thomas showcases a variety of real-world use cases for the Virtual Volunteer, including identifying clothing; getting information from food packaging; describing greeting cards, photos from your photo library or places such as Facebook, and weather maps; reading restaurant menus, and more.

We thank the Be My Eyes team for allowing us to record and share this demonstration of the Virtual Volunteer.




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Introducing Pride Counseling: An iOS App That Provides Online Therapy for the LGBTQ+ Community

In this episode, Ida introduces us to Pride Counseling, an iOS app that provides access to the company's online therapy platform specifically designed for the LGBTQ+ community. She discusses the app's features, such as live chat and video calls with licensed professionals who specialize in LGBTQ+ issues. Ida explains how Pride Counseling provides personalized therapy that is convenient and discreet.




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AppleVis Unleashed May 2023: Just Bananas Cakes

In this month's edition of AppleVis Unleashed, Thomas Domville and Mike Malarsie discuss recent Apple news and other topics of interest. Topics featured in this episode include:

  • Introduction
  • AppleVis Community Inducts GoodMaps Explore and lire Into Its iOS App Hall of Fame
  • Apple Previews Upcoming Accessibility Features and Enhancements, Including Point and Speak and More Natural, Expressive Siri Voices for VoiceOver Users
  • Mailbag
  • Here’s how long Apple users are holding on to their iPhones
  • Latest News and Rumors about the upcoming iPhone and Apple Watch
  • What's in this month AppleVis News
  • Closing

Links:

If you have feedback or questions for the Unleashed team, you can reach them by email at unleashed@applevis.com or by leaving a voice message at 1-816-287-1482 (US number, call charges may apply).




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AppleVis Unleashed June 2023: Who Let the Barn Door Open?

In this month's edition of AppleVis Unleashed, Thomas Domville and Mike Malarsie are joined by James Dean to discuss recent Apple news and other topics of interest. Topics featured in this episode include:

  • Introduction
  • Apple Makes Developer Betas Free to Download and Install
  • Let's Talk about that Vision Pro
  • What's New in iOS 17 for Accessibility
  • Mailbag
  • The release of iOS 17 will cause unsupported iPhone X and iPhone 8 lose up to 50% of their value
  • Recent iOS 16.5.1 Release and What’s in the Upcoming iOS 16.6
  • Is the iPhone 15 Pro Getting More Expensive?
  • in this month AppleVis News
  • Closing

Links:

If you have feedback or questions for the Unleashed team, you can reach them by email at unleashed@applevis.com or by leaving a voice message at 1-816-287-1482 (US number, call charges may apply).




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AppleVis Unleashed July 2023: It's Classified

In this month's edition of AppleVis Unleashed, Thomas Domville and Mike Malarsie are joined by Kevin Jones to discuss recent Apple news and other topics of interest. Topics featured in this episode include:

  • Introduction (00:00:00)
  • Vision Pro launch at retail stores is Apple’s most complex rollout ever, will require appointment to buy (00:02:11)
  • Apple GPT is the company's answer to ChatGPT and it could arrive next year (00:09:49)
  • Beats Studio Pro arrives with Spatial Audio, massive battery life (00:18:50)
  • New EU regulations mandate user-replaceable batteries in Apple products (00:31:49)
  • iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro rumored to feature big boost in battery sizes (00:39:05)
  • Apple Watch could detect Parkinson's disease up to 7 years earlier (00:52:06)
  • What's in this month AppleVis News (00:59:44)
  • Closing (01:12:08)

Links:

If you have feedback or questions for the Unleashed team, you can reach them by email at unleashed@applevis.com or by leaving a voice message at 1-816-287-1482 (US number, call charges may apply).




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AppleVis Extra #95: An Interview with Jianfeng Wu: Exploring the World through Sound with VoiceVista

In this episode of AppleVis Extra, Thomas Domville talks with Jianfeng Wu about VoiceVista, an iOS app that is essential for the blind and low vision community.

VoiceVista is based on Microsoft’s discontinued and open-source project Soundscape and is licensed under the MIT License. The app uses cutting-edge iOS audio technology and precise location services to help people develop a greater awareness of their surroundings, providing comfort in unfamiliar spaces, and supporting individuals in creating mental maps and making personal route choices.

VoiceVista is available for download on the App Store and can be used on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. The app has received positive reviews from users, with many praising its accessibility features and ease of use.

The developer of VoiceVista, Jianfeng Wu, has done an outstanding job in creating this app and has made a significant contribution to the blind and low vision community. Jianfeng is also actively seeking feedback from users to help improve the app.

Voice Vista on the App Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/voicevista/id6450388413




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AppleVis Unleashed August 2023: Golden Ears

In this month's edition of AppleVis Unleashed, Thomas Domville and Mike Malarsie are joined by John Gassman to discuss recent Apple news and other topics of interest. Topics featured in this episode include:

  • Apple to hold iPhone 15 event on September 12
  • ChatGPT's fate hangs in the balance as OpenAI reportedly edges closer to bankruptcy
  • Be My AI has Opened the Beta Waiting List
  • Latest News and Rumors on this year's iPhone and Apple Watch
  • New AirTag Likely to Enter Mass Production in Late 2024
  • What's in this month AppleVis News

Links:

If you have feedback or questions for the Unleashed team, you can reach them by email at unleashed@applevis.com or by leaving a voice message at 1-816-287-1482 (US number, call charges may apply).




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How to Use Sound Curtain for Braille Display Users on iOS and iPadOS

In this episode, Thomas Domville will guide you through the process of enabling the Sound Curtain feature. Sound Curtain, an accessibility feature introduced in iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, silences all audio on your device, including VoiceOver speech. This is particularly beneficial for Braille users who need to concentrate on their Braille display without any auditory distractions.

To enable Sound Curtain, Navigate to Settings > Accessibility > VoiceOver > Braille, and switch on the Sound Curtain toggle. Alternatively, Sound Curtain can be toggled on and off from VoiceOver Quick Settings, accessed by performing a two-finger quadruple-tap from anywhere in iOS and iPadOS.




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Finely Tune VoiceOver Speech to Best Suit Your Needs and Preferences on iOS With Per Voice Settings

In this episode, Thomas Domville introduces us to the new “per voice settings” introduced with iOS 17.

These can be found by navigating to Settings > Accessibility > VoiceOver > Speech, and then selecting the language and desired TTS voice. After selecting the voice, flick up or down with one finger, or press space with dot 3 or dot 6 on a Braille display, to access the per voice settings.

The configurable parameters available vary by voice. For example, Vocalizer voices can tweak sentence pause and timbre, while for Alex you can adjust pitch range and words per minute.




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Widget Baby: Interactive Virtual Baby Fun

In this episode, Ida gives us an in-depth look at the iOS app Widget Baby.

In Widget Baby you can adopt and take care of a cute digital companion. The app allows you to track the widget baby's health stats, provide food, sleep, soothing, and diaper changes as needed. You can play mini-games together with your widget baby and climb leaderboards. The widget baby will grow over time and have new stories and adventures to share. You can customize the widget baby's home and collect supplies to keep them healthy. Additional subscription features include capturing augmented reality memories, linking with friends to care for the same widget baby, and sending the widget baby on unique escapes. Widget Baby aims to be a fun, interactive app for users who enjoy virtual baby games.




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Widget Pet: Interactive Virtual Pet Fun

In this episode, Ida gives us an in-depth look at the iOS app Widget Pet.

In Widget Pet, you can adopt and care for a virtual pet. You can select and customize a dog, cat, bunny or other virtual pet from the in-app WidgetPet pet shop. Once selected, the pet can be incubated and hatched. You then feed, play with, and care for your virtual pet, impacting its mood and triggering activities. As the pet grows, it unlocks new capabilities like mini-games and virtual vacations. The app features a customizable widget that follows the pet's health, hunger and happiness levels on iOS screens. It provides real-time updates on the pet's emotions and activities throughout the day. The widget can be added to iOS devices and Apple Watch to keep the virtual pet close by.




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Learning Logic Pro X: Unlocking the Power of EQ

In the sixth instalment of his tutorial series on learning Logic Pro X for Mac, Ming discusses the importance of EQ and how to use Logic's own EQ plugins. Ming demonstrate how to select presets, and what the impact is from tweaking each parameter.

See also:

Learning Logic Pro X: Using Reverb
Learning Logic Pro X: Virtual Instruments
Learning Logic Pro X: Automation
Learning Logic Pro X: Exploring Interfaces, Choosing a Microphone, and Basic Editing Techniques
Learning Logic Pro X: Episode 1 - Creating a New Project

Note: Logic Pro X is a professional grade digital audio workstation (DAW) and MIDI sequencer. It is suggested to have some familiarity with Digital Audio Workstations to get the most from this series.




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AppleVis Unleashed October 2023: Let's Do the Monster Mash

In this month's edition of AppleVis Unleashed, Thomas Domville, Mike Malarsie, and John Gassman discuss recent Apple news and other topics of interest. Topics featured in this episode include:

  • Introduction )00:00:00)
  • Let's Talk about the new iPhone 15 (00:03:07)
  • The Good, Bad, and Ugly of iOS 17 (00:16:16)
  • Double Tap Fizzle for the Apple Watch Series 9 (00:27:11)
  • Time Moves Fast. Scary Fast, you could Say (00:38:04)
  • Farewell iTunes! Well, Sort Of... (00:49:19)
  • Get Out of Here, How Much is Google Paying Apple? (00:50:26)
  • Apple is Stomping Down on the Gas Pedal for GPT (00:56;46)
  • Be My AI goes Public (01:01:17)
  • Closing (01:07:00)

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FruitPot 2: A Fun and Addictive Slot Machine Game for iOS

In this episode, Thomas Domville takes us on a journey through the world of FruitPot 2, a fun-filled slot machine game for iOS. FruitPot 2 is a game that will take you back to the 80s with its retro graphics and sounds. The game features an ever-changing fruit machine slot, as well as more than 15 mini-games that appear as you progress through the game. With the Bucks you earn, you can purchase items from stores at the mall. FruitPot 2 is a great game to play when you're looking for something to relax and have fun with.

FruitPot 2 is available for free on the App Store:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fruitpot-2/id6444378324?l=en




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AppleVis Unleashed November 2023: Liar, Liar Pants on Fire

In this month's edition of AppleVis Unleashed, Thomas Domville, Mike Malarsie, and John Gassman discuss recent Apple news and other topics of interest. We were also thrilled to have a brief visit from Randy.

Topics featured in this episode include:

  • A Word from Randy Rusnack (00:00:00)
  • Introduction (00:03:45)
  • Woah! Vosh a Possible New Screen Reader Solution for the Mac (00:07:46)
  • Apple M3 Chips Have Arrived (00:15:35)
  • Will the RSC End the Green Bubble vs. the Blue Bubble War? (00:23:38)
  • Ready or Not Here Comes the iOS Side Loading for the EU Customers (00:32:07)
  • iOS 17.2 is Nearing to Release and the Latest on the Upcoming iOS 18. (00:42:54)
  • Thoughts from the Unleashed Team on This Year AppleVis Golden Apples Award (00:59:38)
  • Closing (01:08:48)

Links:

If you have feedback or questions for the Unleashed team, you can reach them by email at unleashed@applevis.com or by leaving a voice message at 1-816-287-1482 (US number, call charges may apply).




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Privacy Unlocked: Advanced Tracking and Fingerprinting Protection for iOS

Do you ever get the sense that you’re being monitored on the internet? In this episode, Thomas Domville will demonstrate Apple’s Advanced Tracking and Fingerprinting Protection, a fresh addition to the privacy tools in iOS 17.

Picture this: You click on a link, and all of a sudden, advertisements for that exact product begin to appear everywhere. It’s unsettling, isn’t it? This is the effect of cross-site tracking, powered by concealed IDs within links.

However, there’s no need to worry! Advanced Tracking and Fingerprinting Protection is designed to protect you. It accomplishes this by:

Removing tracking IDs from links: Those crafty “tags” that track your every click? They’re history! Preventing fingerprinting scripts: Advertisers employ cunning code to fingerprint your device and create a unique profile. This feature disrupts their scheme. The greatest aspect? It’s integrated and automatically turned on for private browsing. But if you wish to have more control, here’s how to enable it for all browsing:

Navigate to Settings > Safari. Select Advanced > Advanced Tracking and Fingerprinting Protection. Opt for “All Browsing”. Now, you can browse with assurance. Say goodbye to intrusive ads and the sensation of being scrutinized digitally. It’s just you, the web, and the liberty to discover.




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Super Sliding Puzzle Game: Brain-Teasing Fun in Your Pocket

Step into the world of the Super Sliding Puzzle Game! Join Thomas Domville as he explores the Super Sliding Puzzle Game for iOS. Get ready for a captivating journey filled with puzzles that will challenge your mind. This latest Slide Puzzle Game is designed to offer you a compelling and brain-bending experience that will keep you engaged for hours.

Choose your game type from numbers, letters, or images. The game grid sizes are designed to cater to all skill levels. You can test your abilities at your own speed with range of game grid sizes! Whether you’re a novice or a puzzle master, Slide Puzzle Game offers grids of varying complexities. You can start with a smaller grid and slowly increase the difficulty, or you can immediately tackle the most challenging grid. The choice is completely yours!

The game offers a broad selection of game types and grid sizes, ensuring infinite replayability.

The key features of the game are its simplicity and its suitability for passing time while waiting for someone to answer a phone call, waiting for a delayed bus, or waiting for a late delivery driver.

Moreover, the game is fully accessible with VoiceOver, guaranteeing that everyone can partake in the fun."

Super Sliding Puzzle Game on the AppStore: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/super-sliding-puzzle-game/id6473786698