Apple has filed for another patent (number 20210011298) for the rumored “Apple Glasses,†an augmented reality/virtual reality/mixed reality head-mounts display (HMD). One of dozens of patent filings for an HMD, this one is dubbed “head-mounted electronic display device with lens position sensing.†The goal is to accommodate users with different interpupillary distances and make wearing the device comfortable. To do so, the left and right lens modules in Apple Glasses may be moved towards or away from each other.  Interpupillary distance (PD) is a measurement of the distance between ..read more

Season two of “Servant†premiers today on Apple TV+. And the series has already been renewed for a third season. “Servant†is a psychological thriller spearheaded by M. Night Shyamalan that follows a Philadelphia couple in mourning after an unspeakable tragedy creates a rift in their marriage and opens the door for a mysterious force to enter their home. It was renewed for a second season earlier this year, but the COVID-19 pandemic hindered the start of filming, Apple TV+ is available on the Apple TV app in over 100 countries and regions, on over 1 billion screens, including iPhone, iP ..read more

The day is finally here! The redesigned Apple World Today is scheduled to go live on a new platform designed to optimize browser loading speeds and make our lives as bloggers a bit easier. As you might expect, there may be some glitches later today and through the weekend. First of all, the “old†site may still appear in your browser for several days showing the same content. If this happens, clear your browser cache and then bring up https://appleworld.today again. That should load the new website. How will you know it’s new? It will look a lot different… Second, there may be times wh ..read more

by: Liz Sommer Charging all your devices from AirPods to Apple Watches to iPhones can be a major hassle. Get a break from the constant untangling of different cords with a 3-in-1 wireless charging pad for all your essentials. This Ultra-Thin Fast Wireless Charging Pad allows you to charge up to three devices at once without connecting individual cables.  This pad is designed for you to charge iPhones and any Qi-enabled smartphone without needing to take off the case, thanks to a 6mm induction distance. Anti-slip technology paired with various temperature and ..read more

SCOSCHE has introduced a new range of mounts that allow you to use the new Apple MagSafe Wireless Charger as an in-vehicle, hands-free phone mount. Designed specifically to work with Apple MagSafe chargers for the iPhone 12 series, these mounts hold and power the MagSafe. The mount comes with a Scosche PowerVolt 20W USB-C Power Delivery Car adapter that provides power to enable a MagSafe Charger to charge an iPhone 12 at 15W. MagicMount MSC mounts are available in several options, at a price range from US$29.99 to $39.99, including: Window/Dash, Cup Holder, and a 4-in-1 kit that features: Swi ..read more

Synology has launched the RS1221+ and RS1221RP+ (redundant power) 2U. The 8-bay rack-mounted storage servers are built to deliver high performance in a space-efficient form factor, according to Michael Wang, Synology product manager. “ The RackStation RS1221+ and RS1221RP+ are the first of their series built around the AMD Ryzen V1500B processor. Wang says that, compared to their predecessor1, they deliver 3.6x higher compute performance, which translates to faster performance in data management and backup tasks.  At 12.1 inches and 16 inches deep, the RackStation RS1221+ and RS1221RP ..read more

Jeff Carlson recently took a look at several different webcams, and joins host Chuck Joiner on the new MacVoices Live! to wrap up his look at the hits and misses of webcams with two more examples.  There’s an unintentional example of good and not-so-good audio. Carlson also offers thoughts on matching your needs and expectations with what is available in your laptop, in the dedicated webcam devices, and whether using an iPhone is for you. MacVoices is an Internet show that delivers in-depth discussions with the most influential people in the Mac industry as well as the individuals who ..read more

After adding offline mode or Dolby Atmos, Netflix is looking to make Spatial Audio available to Apple customers who view its content, according to iPhoneSoft. Spatial Audio has been available to owners of AirPods Pro and AirPods Max since September 2020. It’s designed to deliver surround sound and 3D audio via headphones. Spatial Audio involves microphone arrays that can be embedded in an electronic device to facilitate a means for capturing and rendering spatial (3D) sound. The microphone signals of a microphone audio (multi-channel sound pickup) capture a 3D sound scene.  3D audio rend ..read more

Apple has ordered a two-part biographical document on Oprah Winfrey for its Apple TV+ streaming service, reports Deadline. Academy Award-winner Kevin MacDonald is re-teaming with Emmy-nominated producer Lisa Erspamer and her banner Happy Street Entertainment on the project, he’ll direct the doc. The pair previously made Whitney Houston biographical doc “Whitney.” According to “Deadline,” the doc will “chronicle 25 years of American history through the lens of one show and one woman who rose from humble roots to become a globally famous talk show host, producer, actress and philanthropist.&nbs ..read more

Based on the latest figures from Counterpoint Research’s TWS Market Tracker and Smartwatch Model Tracker, premium products continued to lead the wearables market, with Apple products comprising 29% and 28% of TWS (“true wireless stereo hearables”) and smartwatch shipments, respectively, in the third quarter of 2020. Those products are, of course, AirPods/AirPods Pro and the Apple Watch. “Apple’s powerful iOS ecosystem, typically comprised of consumers with larger disposable incomes, has been the main driver for growth – especially in terms of revenues,” says Counterpoint Research Senior Analy ..read more