The next generation of iPad Pro will fittingly have Apple’s next-generation processor, the M2. At least according to a generally reliable tipster. And other improvements are also expected in the high-end tablet when it debuts in fall 2022. An M2 iPad Pro on the way Apple made headlines when the M1 processor went into the […]

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Apple has been aggressively investing in Apple TV+, its own streaming platform with original movies and TV shows. While Apple TV+ market share grew in 2021, the platform is still far behind its competitors with only 5% market share in the United States.

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Twitter revealed in July 2021 that it was working on a new alternative timeline for “Trusted Friends” as a way to let users share tweets that only selected people can see. Although the feature is not yet available to everyone, the company has now rebranded it as Flock ahead of the official launch.

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Apple TV+ garners 5% of the U.S. streaming video market, according to a company that follows the industry. While that makes Apple TV+ a small player, the service started 2021 with just a 3% share, so the year saw significant growth. Its two largest rivals, Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, saw drops in their shares […]

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AT&T has announced a handful of changes and improvements for its fiber optic internet plans. The company is rolling out new 2Gbps and 5Gbps speed tiers to customers in more than 70 cities across the United States, while also committing to what it is referring to as “new simple, straightforward pricing.”

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A smartwatch is your go-to fitness gadget. And you can enjoy some great everyday wellness benefits without an Apple Watch-size price tag, thanks to the great range of third-party smartwatches on the market right now. One of the best? This X6 2-in-1 Smart Watch with Bluetooth Earbuds, which you can grab with a 52% discount […]

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Update January 24, 2022: After an initial launch in China and the United States, Beats Fit Pro are now expanding to new countries. These new countries include Belgium, the UK, Germany, Spain, South Korea, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, France, and more. You can check the Apple Online Store in your country to learn more.

The Beats Fit Pro are now official, marking the latest expansion of the Beats lineup, which is growing increasingly versatile and increasingly impressive. The Beats Fit Pro come following the introduction of the Beats Studio Buds over the summer and Apple’s own announcement of the AirPods 3 last month.

So how do the new Beats Fit Pro compare to the Beats Studio Buds, AirPods 3, and more? Head below for our full review.

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Check out our roundup of the best stylus options for the iPad. Our list goes over various models covering different price points and features.

Just after getting in on the Peanuts action last week with a new series of Snoopified accessories, CASETiFY is back to start the week with a new series of iPhone 13 cases and add-ons. Delivering a new MagSafe-enabled version of its recycled iPhone 13 cases, there is also an all-new magnetic wireless charger and more from CASETiFY, outlined below.

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#2543 Pokémon Legends: Arceus v1.0.0 + Ryujinx Emu for PC + Windows 7 Fix

Genres/Tags: RPG, Third-person, 3D, Turn-based
Companies: Game Freak, The Pokemon Company
Languages: ENG/MULTI9
Original Size: 7.8 GB
Repack Size: 2.2 GB

Download Mirrors

• 1337x | [magnet] [.torrent file only]
  
• Tapochek.net
• Filehoster: MultiUpload (10+ hosters, interchangeable) [Use JDownloader2]
• Filehoster: ZippyShare
• Filehoster: BayFiles
• Filehoster: OneDrive (Uploaded by DyR0 t(-_-t), NOT compatible with other mirrors)
• Filehosters: Google Drive, OneDrive + others (Uploaded by crackhub213)

Screenshots (Click to enlarge)

Repack Features

• Based on v1.0.0 Switch release: 7.4 GB, thanks to Hermietkreeft!
• Ryujinx (v1.1.8, January 24, 2022, 43 MB) Switch emulator is included and preconfigured
• Switch Firmware v13.2.1 (320 MB) added as a requirement for Ryujinx
• 100% Lossless, but NOT MD5 Perfect: encryption was removed for better repack size
• NOTHING ripped, NOTHING re-encoded
• Smaller archive size (compressed from cumulative 7.8 to 2.2 GB)
• Installation takes 3-9 minutes (depending on your system)
• After-install integrity check so you could make sure that everything installed properly
• HDD space after installation: 6.5 GB
• Language can be changed in game’s settings
• It is possible to bypass the 30 fps limit by disabling Vsync in the emulator settings (do this at your own risk!)
• Copy “api-ms-win-core-winrt-l1-1-0.dll” file from “_Windows 7 Fix” folder to “emu” folder to make Ryujinx work on Windows 7
• At least 2 GB of free RAM (inc. virtual) required for installing this repack

Game Description Action meets RPG as the Pokémon series reaches a new frontier

Get ready for a new kind of grand, Pokémon adventure in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, a brand-new game from Game Freak that blends action and exploration with the RPG roots of the Pokémon series. Embark on survey missions in the ancient Hisui region. Explore natural expanses to catch wild Pokémon by learning their behavior, sneaking up, and throwing a well-aimed Poké Ball. You can also toss the Poké Ball containing your ally Pokémon near a wild Pokémon to seamlessly enter battle.

Travel to the Hisui region—the Sinnoh of old—and build the region’s first Pokédex

Your adventure takes place in the expansive natural majesty of the Hisui region, where you are tasked with studying Pokémon to complete the region’s first Pokédex. Mount Coronet rises from the center, surrounded on all sides by areas with distinct environments. In this era—long before the events of the Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl games—you can find newly discovered Pokémon like Wyrdeer, an evolution of Stantler, and new regional forms like Hisuian Growlithe, Hisuian Zorua, and Hisuian Zoroark! Along the way, uncover the mystery surrounding the Mythical Pokémon known as Arceus.

Cross-repack compatibility

If you have downloaded and still have some of my Ryujinx-powered repacks, you can use fg-ryujinx-firmware-13.2.1.bin from any of those and save 320 MB of traffic.

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A pair of new featherweight gaming headsets from Audio-Technica feature high-fidelity audio, detachable boom microphones and other features designed to give gamers goosebumps. The ATH-GL3 comes with a closed-back design to reduce ambient noise. The ATH-GDL3 features an open-back design, offering a wider soundstage. This post contains affiliate links. Cult of Mac may earn a […]

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AirTags are often linked to alleged stalking attempts involving cars. In Texas, however, Apple’s item tracker was responsible for unveiling a double car theft in progress.

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Since the launch of the iPhone 13, some users have been dealing with a pink iPhone 13 screen bug that is often accompanied by slow performance, apps freezing/not working properly, and unexpected shutdowns. Let’s look at what you can do to fix the pink iPhone 13 screen bug.

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Add faster versions of the Mac mini to the list of products predicted for an spring 2022 Apple event. The tiny desktop will supposed be upgraded with the latest Apple processors. And an iMac Pro could be out later in the spring. Mac mini on the agenda for Apple’s spring 2002 press event Quite a […]

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If iCloud contacts are missing or not syncing to your Mac's Contacts app, here are the reliable solutions that will fix this issue.

On Thursday, CNBC reported that fitness unicorn Peloton was in dire straits. The company saw its value plummet on the news that they were “temporarily halting production of its connected fitness products as consumer demand wanes.” As the pandemic starts to move to the back of many minds, there’s been a significant drop in the number of people looking to buy expensive home workout equipment. Because of this, the idea of Apple purchasing Peloton has come back up. It has lingered for awhile, but now the idea is gaining more traction in the press. I think everyone needs to cool their jets.

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A longstanding issue with iCloud sync is causing a lot of headaches for third-party app developers, and Apple is remaining tight lipped on the matter.

On January 24, 1984, computing changed forever when the mighty Macintosh 128K brought a mouse and graphical user interface to the masses.

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WhatsApp for iOS has just been updated to version 22.2.75. With that, many features being tested for a few months are now rolling out to the public version of the app.

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A new test would bring WhatsApp wallpapers for voice calls and let you turn two step verification on or off on desktop on on the web.

Over the last several months, an issue with iCloud has emerged that is impacting many popular third-party applications that rely on Apple’s cloud infrastructure for syncing and other tasks. Apple has not yet publicly acknowledged the problem, but some developers have reportedly been privately contacted by the company to confirm that it’s an iCloud server problem impacting their apps rather than an issue with the app itself.

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Apple will be fined up to €50 million (approx. $57 million) by Dutch regulators for its rather pathetic attempt at allowing third-party payments for apps and subscriptions in the Netherlands. Although Cupertino took half-hearted steps to comply with new legislation, it ensured that it was incredibly difficult for developers to implement third-party payment systems. It […]

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#1217 Updated Hot Lava v1.0.562090 (Exo-Clash Update)

Genres/Tags: Arcade, Jump and run, First-person, 3D
Company: Klei Entertainment
Languages: RUS/ENG/MULTI15
Original Size: 5.4 GB
Repack Size: 3.7 GB

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• 1337x | [magnet] [.torrent file only]
  
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• Filehoster: MultiUpload (10+ hosters, interchangeable) [Use JDownloader2]
• Filehoster: BayFiles
• Filehoster: OneDrive (Uploaded by DyR0 t(-_-t), compatible with torrent mirrors)

Discussion and (possible) future updates on CS.RIN.RU thread

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Repack Features

• Based on Hot.Lava.Exo.Clash-RUNE ISO release: rune-hot.lava.exo.clash.iso (5,760,614,400 bytes)
• Game version: v1.0.562090 (Exo-Clash Update)
• 100% Lossless & MD5 Perfect: all files are identical to originals after installation
• NOTHING ripped, NOTHING re-encoded
• Significantly smaller archive size (compressed from 5.4 to 3.7 GB)
• Installation takes ~4 minutes
• After-install integrity check so you could make sure that everything installed properly
• HDD space after installation: 9.8 GB
• Language can be changed in game settings
• At least 2 GB of free RAM (inc. virtual) required for installing this repack

Game Description Hot Lava transports you back to your childhood imagination. Relive those moments of excitement, joy, and chaos. Run, jump, climb, and surf in first person across nostalgia-packed environments flooded with hot molten lava. Explore alone, or join your friends. This is a game of dexterity and ingenuity, you will have to use all your skills to complete the treacherous obstacles that await.

And whatever you do… Don’t Touch The Floor

Game Features

• Together: Conquer challenging worlds with up to eight friends with drop in-drop out multiplayer.
• Traverse: Run, jump, climb, swing, boost, and surf in first person across lava filled worlds. Mastering execution will take dedication and skill.
• Explore: Detailed environments jam packed with childhood nostalgia.
• Compete: To find the fastest route using shortcuts and expert execution on the friends leaderboard.
• Avoid: lava, toxic waste, bottomless pits, and crushers. Danger is around every corner.
• Create: Hot Lava comes with a level construction kit for Unity. Share your creations on the Steam Workshop.

Backwards Compatibility

This repack IS NOT backwards compatible with my previous HL repacks.

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Leave it to a digital product designer to work their magic in a tastefully pristine workstation with an absolute minimum of cable clutter. “Cable management gets a 10 out of 10,” one person said of today’s featured computer setup. And all that walnut wood doesn’t hurt, either. But how did they manage to tame the […]

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Starting off another week, all of today’s best deals are headlined by the new AirPods Pro with MagSafe charging case at $69 off. That’s alongside the best price in months on M1 MacBook Air at $850 and Anker’s latest batch of discounted iPhone accessories from $14. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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While Apple was able to meet the demand for its polishing cloth after weeks of shortages, we can’t say the same about all other products it launched in the past few months. As the company plans to report its Q1 2022 earnings this Thursday, Apple still has to catch up on manufacturing its products before launching new ones in the coming months.

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Think twice before concluding there’s nothing new to learn about editing iPhone alarms. If you have iOS 15.0 or later on your iPhone, use this handy tip to quickly edit an alarm. With iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, Apple has...

Sick of losing your iPhone under all the clutter on your desk? Laut’s gorgeous Free Stand ensures your smartphone is always easy to see so you don’t miss another notification. It’s also great for hands-free FaceTime calls. The Free Stand is made from sturdy aluminum and looks right at home alongside other Apple devices. It’s […]

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How was your sleep last night? Sleep++ for Apple Watch is a great way to quantify your rest, and today the app is adding a new way to interpret your sleep quality. The new feature explains how last night’s sleep affects your day ahead.

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