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Forthcoming Sony PlayStation 5 update to add Dolby Atmos support that can be tapped into with HomePod setup

A forthcoming PlayStation 5 update will add Dolby Atmos support, something that will benefit users that have HomePods set up as home theater systems via Apple TV 4K and the HDMI ARC port. Apple’s larger HomePod, no matter which generation is used, can output 5.1 or 7.1 Dolby Atmos audio. This can then be paired […]

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Apple patent hints at Find My support for next-gen Apple Pencil devices

With the possible inclusion of Find My support for the Apple Pencil, there could be a bit less reason to tear your hair out upon misplacing the somewhat pricey stylus. A recent patent application by Apple hopes to save users from that aggravation. Patently Apple reports on U.S. patent 20230161545, which describes how acoustic resonators […]

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Walmart continues to veer away from Apple Pay support, relies on its own payment platform

While Kroger, the largest supermarket chain in the United States, began rolling out support for Apple Pay in April, Walmart continues to resist adopting Apple’s payment platform. The company, in turn, has continued to push its own Walmart Pay platform. Whereas Apple Pay is contactless and requires users to simply tap their iPhone or Apple […]

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Rumor: List of iPhones, iPads released that won’t support iOS 17, iPadOS 17

While Apple is set to announce iOS 17 in just two months at WWDC 2023, a new rumor published on Tuesday highlights an assortment of devices that won’t be supported by iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. The rumor comes from an anonymous user on Twitter who has accurately reported details about Apple software updates in […]

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8BitDo updates firmware, includes Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV support for several of its game controllers

If you’re a gamer, your options for gaming on your Mac, iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV have just expanded. Accessory maker 8bitDo has officially confirmed that six of its popular controllers now work with Apple devices thanks to recent software updates… 8BitDo makes a range of popular game controllers, but those controllers have historically been […]