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A Powerbook G4 is barely fast enough to run a large language model

A software developer has proven it is possible to run a modern LLM on old hardware like a 2005 PowerBook G4, albeit nowhere near the speeds expected by consumers.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 4

Apple seeds release candidates for iOS 18.4, macOS 15.4

Apple has handed out the first release candidates for this generation of betas, with RC builds of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, macOS 15.4, tvOS 18.4, watchOS 11.4, and visionOS 2.4 now available.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 2

Inside Apple Books — the best app for book lovers

Apple Books is an underrated gem for how good books look in it and for how Apple has concentrated on making a tremendous reading experience — but it still has some oddities, plus the problem of a smaller bookstore than its rivals.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 12

Philips Hue Secure doorbell accidentally leaks via an iOS app

Signify is seemingly close to launching its own Philips Hue video doorbell, following a leak in the company's own iOS app.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 6

Speediance VeloNix stationary bike review: a solid biking experience for those who can afford it

If you love hitting your local spin class but don't want to leave the comfort of home, the Speediance VeloNix brings the spin class to you — for a price.

Amber Neely 1 year ago 0

Assassin's Creed Shadows now available for Mac, PC, and consoles

Ubisoft's "Assassin's Creed Shadows" can now be downloaded from the macOS App Store, as the game debuted across all compatible platforms, including Mac, PC, and various consoles.

Marko Zivkovic 1 year ago 6

John Giannandrea out as Siri chief, Apple Vision Pro lead in

Mike Rockwell, the Apple Vision Pro chief, has replaced John Giannandrea as the executive in charge of Siri, in an executive shakeup to try and rescue Apple's flailing AI efforts.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 56

Phishing campaign changes target from Windows to Mac users

A new phishing attack going after Mac users has been discovered, one that changed tactic only after the previously targeted Windows users received an Edge browser update.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 1

How to run Mac OS 9 on Apple Silicon using UTM

UTM is an emulator for virtualizing other operating systems. Here's how to use it to run Apple's Mac OS 9 on a Mac running on Apple Silicon.

Chip Loder 1 year ago 11

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