iOS 14 on iPhone 12: I can’t stop staring at this iOS 14 concept video
- Apple’s iPhone 12 release is the most hotly anticipated product launch of 2020, and a recent report from a reliable source suggested that it’s still on track for late this summer.
- The upcoming iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro models are Apple’s most eagerly awaited smartphones in years, due in large part to the upcoming redesign and a slew of new features.
- Several of the new features we can expect will involve new hardware, but some of the most exciting changes will be brought about by Apple’s new iOS 14 software.
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The biggest news in the tech world last week was a report from Bloomberg that brought some much-needed good news: Apple’s iPhone 12 release apparently won’t be delayed. Multiple earlier reports had suggested that the worldwide novel coronavirus pandemic would lead to delays with Apple’s iPhone 9 release and its iPhone 12 launch, but now it appears as though the iPhone 12 is back on track.
If all goes according to plan, we can expect new iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro models to be unveiled in early September — likely with a virtual press conference as opposed to a live event — and then the should be released toward the end of the month. There’s still a very good chance that supply will be severely constrained at launch due to the backlog of manufacturing that factories in China will still be working though, but it’s still great news for Apple and its fans that the iPhone 12 will likely debut on time. We’re in store for plenty of heartache in the coming weeks and months, so we’ll all need good news wherever we can get it in September.
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Amazon won’t sell coronavirus face masks to the public anymore – here’s how to make your own
- After more than a month of protective face masks being out of stock at Amazon, there are now plenty of different options available on the site including sought-after N95 respirator masks.
- Members of the general public shouldn’t be buying these masks because healthcare workers have a much more urgent need — and now Amazon won’t even ship these items to private addresses anymore.
- The CDC now advises that you should protect your mouth and nose when you need to go out, and Amazon has key supplies back in stock so you can make a quick and easy DIY coronavirus face mask that’s far more effective than a t-shirt or scarf.
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Search for N95 masks or any similar masks right now on Amazon, and you’ll find plenty of options in stock. Here, see for yourself. There all sorts of listings for N95 respirators, surgical masks, and plenty more. If you actually click on one though, you’ll see one of two things. For products that aren’t actually certified to be as effective as hospitals require, you’ll see that any order you place won’t actually be delivered until sometime in May. For products that actually are up to snuff, like N95 masks and true medical-grade surgical masks, you’ll see a note that these items are only available to ship to hospitals or to state government-run facilities.
At the same time, the CDC is now recommending that all people use face and nose protection when going out. But if you can’t actually buy face masks anywhere, what are you supposed to do? Here’s the thing: you’re not a doctor, a nurse, or a first responder. You should not be in close proximity to anyone who is infected with COVID-19 like they are all the time. In fact, you shouldn’t ever be in close proximity to anyone outside of your home. When you do go out, you MUST use social distancing to keep yourself out of harm’s way. On top of that, however, it’s also now recommended that you use basic face protection.
Basic face protection doesn’t mean as N95 respirator. Every N95 mask you use is an N95 mask a doctor or nurse doesn’t have access to. Instead, there are easy ways to make your own masks out of things like t-shirts and scarves. If you’re looking for a little more protection just to be safe, however, we totally understand. And that’s why we’re happy to report that Amazon finally has all the key materials you need to make your own virus-blocking face mask in a matter of minutes.
We found an awesome video that will show you how to easily make a DIY face mask that is much more effective than those basic mask ideas you’ve seen online. And the best part is you don’t need to sew at all or search for hard-to-get supplies. Most of what you’ll use to make these masks is already lying around your house, and the two supplies you don’t already have are readily available now that they’re back in stock at Amazon.
First, you’ll need a MERV 13 Pleated Air Filter. If the one on that link sells out again, try this search — any air filer with a MERV 13 rating (nothing lower) and good reviews will suffice. You’ll also need to get yourself Carbon Pad Charcoal Sheets for Air Filters.
Aerostar Home Max 20x20x1 MERV 13 Pleated Air Filter, Made in the USA, Captures Virus Particles…: $37.99
Breathe Naturally Universal 12×48 Cut-to-Fit Activated Carbon Filter (4 Pack) Charcoal Air Filt…: $25.99
Here’s the full list of supplies and materials, the rest of which you probably already have:
- Old T-shirt or leggings
- MERV 13 Filter (to filter small particles)
- Activated Carbon Sheet (to filter small particles and reduce odor)
- Maxi Pad or Sterile Gauze Pad (to wick moisture away from your mouth)
- Vinegar (to help kill bacteria and viruses)
- Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
It’s a very smart and easy DIY, and while it’s not quite as effective as a true N95 face mask, it should be more than enough to protect you from becoming infected with COVID-19 as long as you continue to practice social distancing and using common sense. Here’s the full video with the tutorial that shows you how to make the masks:
Aerostar Home Max 20x20x1 MERV 13 Pleated Air Filter, Made in the USA, Captures Virus Particles…: $37.99
Breathe Naturally Universal 12×48 Cut-to-Fit Activated Carbon Filter (4 Pack) Charcoal Air Filt…: $25.99
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Xbox Series X will have a huge price advantage over the PS5
- Microsoft isn’t ready to announce the Xbox Series X price, but the company will sell the new console through its Xbox All Access subscription plan.
- Paying for the console in monthly installments could be a significant selling point for the new Xbox when compared to the PS5 that’s also supposed to launch this holiday season.
- The coronavirus pandemic is something Microsoft is monitoring closely and could play a role in deciding the final price of the new Xbox.
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The novel coronavirus crisis will have immense repercussions on the economy in the coming months, which will certainly impact sales of expensive devices like the newest phones and consoles. The upcoming Xbox Series X and PS5, both supposed to hit stores during the holiday season, will not be more expensive than a new phone. But both of them will cost more than the current-gen consoles. Neither Microsoft nor Sony are willing to announce prices, but many expect the new Xbox and PlayStation to retail for up to $499 on launch day, which may be a steep price for many people this winter, in this particular context. But even so, Microsoft will have a huge price advantage over the PS5, and that’s support for a subscription-like purchase model.
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New leak shows the iPhone 12 Pro’s purported design
- A new iPhone 12 leak shows the phone’s purported design, including changes to the notch, the rear camera, and the home screen.
- The iPhone 12 Pro is expected to feature a LiDAR sensor on the back in addition to three regular cameras.
- The iPhone home screen will see the most significant design change in years, with iOS 14 supposed to support home screen widgets for the first time.
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The coronavirus pandemic might hurt the launch schedule of various products this year, iPhone 12 included. The new flagship series should be unveiled in mid-September, but some fear that Apple won’t be able to ship on schedule. It’s not necessarily manufacturing issues that could affect the iPhone 12 launch, as Chinese suppliers are back to work. Travel restrictions that are in place in the US and various countries might hinder the iPhone 12 development, some reports said. Even so, there’s no shortage of iPhone 12 rumors. A couple of leaks on Monday revealed a few specs and design details for the iPhone 12 series, which will include four distinct iPhone models. A new leak now shows the full design of the handset, teasing a feature the iPhone never had.
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NASA’s Perseverance rover got some sweet new wheels
- NASA’s Perseverance rover got some gorgeous new wheels.
- The wheels are different from those of the Curiosity rover, and will play a pivotal role in ensuring the robot can traverse the Martian landscape with ease.
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The world might be in the midst of a health crisis at the moment but that isn’t stopping NASA from pushing full speed ahead with its Mars 2020 plans. In the latest example of the space agency’s drive to make the mission happen even in the face of incredible adversity, NASA showed off new images of the rover’s newly-installed wheels, and boy do they look lovely.
The wheels were installed at Kennedy Space Center, and they’re just the latest components in the incredibly long assembly process. The rover is essentially “done,” in that its various pieces are ready to go, but putting it all together and preparing it to be shot into space is a time-consuming process.
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PS5 and Xbox Series X games will likely be ported to the Switch
- Nintendo has made sure that some of the biggest PS4 and Xbox One multiplatform titles have eventually been ported to the Switch, even if compromises have to be made.
- The studio behind Switch ports for L.A. Noire, Dark Souls, and The Outer Worlds says that it is ready to bring PS5 and Xbox Series X games to the Switch as well.
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Nintendo has been charting its own course for decades, and though it hasn’t always worked (see: Wii U), the Switch is the latest proof that when it does work, it works incredibly well. Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a certified smash hit, the console is selling out everywhere amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, and there are rumors that Nintendo is gearing up to launch remastered versions of its most popular 3D Mario games. It’s certainly an exciting time to be a Switch owner… but what’s going to happen when the PS5 and Xbox Series X launch?
One of the more impressive qualities of the Switch (especially when compared to the Wii U) is how well-represented third-party studios are on the hybrid console. Some of the biggest games of this generation and last have made their way to the Switch, including The Witcher 3, Doom, Skyrim, and Borderlands. There are trade-offs, and they don’t run as smoothly or look quite as good as their PS4 and Xbox One counterparts, but they give Switch owners a chance to experience multiplatform games. The question now is whether or not the studios that port the games over will still be able to do so when the games are being developed for next-generation hardware.
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Someone paid $5.6 million for an actual rocket in China
- An unidentified bidder spent $5.6 to buy an actual rocket and launch services on the Chinese auction site Taobao.
- The auction includes the rocket, launch services, access to the launch site, and even a custom paint job on the rocket itself.
- The identity of the winning bidder has not yet been revealed.
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SpaceX might be the biggest name in commercial spaceflight these days but it’s far from the only game in town. There are dozens of other companies crafting rockets of their own, and for a variety of purposes. In China on April 1st, one of those rockets was sold to an anonymous bidder. The price? A cool 40 million yuan, which is roughly $5.6 million.
The auction, which raised plenty of eyebrows as it was held on April Fools’ Day, is apparently totally legit. The winning bidder not only gets the rocket, but launch services, access to the launch site, and a custom paint job on the rocket itself. Not a bad way to spend $5.6 million, huh?
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13-inch MacBook Pro with mini-LED display may arrive next month
- Apple may replace its 13-inch MacBook Pro with a 14.1-inch model later this month.
- The new MacBook Pro may incorporate mini-LED technology which allows for thinner displays and improved display quality.
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A new leak from Jon Prosser — who has been accurate with respect to Apple rumors in the past — claims that Apple may release a refreshed 13-inch MacBook Pro next month. Incidentally, Prosser adds that a display upgrade from 13 to 14-inches is a “big possibility.”
Lending credence to Prosser’s prediction is that Ming-Chi Kuo — who has a stellar record when it comes to Apple rumors — issued an investor note last month claiming that Apple will replace its 13-inch MacBook Pro with a 14.1-inch model. What’s more, Kuo said that the 14.1-inch model will boast a mini-LED display.
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A list of everyone who won’t get a coronavirus stimulus check
- One of the key elements of the first US coronavirus relief bill was sending $1,200 to every American.
- Unfortunately, not every American qualifies for the payment, leaving them with no assistance whatsoever.
- Americans affected include college-aged dependents, seniors living with family members, babies born in 2020, and anyone who made $98,000 or more last year, even if they’ve since been laid off.
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At this point, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who hasn’t been affected by the novel coronavirus pandemic. The entire planet has screeched to a halt as countries attempt to mitigate the spread of a highly contagious and incredibly deadly virus, but doing so has, unsurprisingly, put the global economy in a tailspin.
The US took ages drafting and passing legislation to assist individuals and families that have been affected, but now that the Families First Coronavirus Response Act has been signed into law by President Trump, millions of Americans are anxiously awaiting the delivery of their coronavirus stimulus payment — $1,200 or more for most people — but as NBC News details in a very informative article, not everyone is going to get a check.
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Marvel’s first Phase 4 shows on Disney+ might still launch in 2020
- Disney just announced the new schedule for its MCU Phase 4 films, with Black Widow set to premiere on November 6th instead of The Eternals.
- Phase 4 also features eight series that will premiere on Disney+ and tie directly into the six films.
- Disney hasn’t announced any updated plans for the Marvel TV series, but the French version of Disney+ already lists tentative launch windows for them.
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The novel coronavirus pandemic has had a significant impact on the economy, pausing all activities that include large gatherings of people — well, most of them, because some people just don’t seem to get it. Staying at home has its bittersweet perks. You might have to go to school or work from home, which isn’t necessarily easy, but at least you have the internet, which can provide plenty of entertainment. For a while, that’s the only type of entertainment you’re going to have access to, as cinemas and stadiums aren’t going to open anytime soon.
A variety of blockbuster movies and sporting events were postponed in the past few weeks, with Disney having just announced a major delay for its MCU Phase 4 films. Black Widow should have premiered on May 1st, but it now has a November 6th launch date, and that’s assuming winter doesn’t bring a new viral outbreak with it. What Disney did with its upcoming Marvel movies was to postpone each of them by a few months. Black Widow took The Eternals’ slot, and The Eternals moved to mid-February in place of Shang-Chi. But while it’s easy to reassign those release dates to all of the Phase 4 and Phase 5 films that have been announced, Disney has yet to reveal new launch dates for Marvel’s Disney+ shows.
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