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iOS 14.6 allows users to AirPlay songs on Apple Music in Lossless from iPhone to HomePod

June 10, 2021
When Apple Music Lossless was announced, it wasn’t clear whether the HomePod would be able to play Lossless audio quality. Later, the company said that HomePod and HomePod mini would receive a future software update to support the feature. Although Apple’s smart speakers aren’t playing Lossless themselves just yet, it appears you can AirPlay in this quality from your iPhone to the HomePod.
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Hands-on: macOS 12 brings new ‘Object Capture’ API for creating 3D models using iPhone camera

June 10, 2021
While macOS Monterey (also known as macOS 12) brings several new features for users, the update also comes with significant improvements for developers with brand new APIs that enable new possibilities for third-party apps. One of the new APIs is “Object Capture,” which will let users easily create 3D models of any object using the iPhone camera. Apple has been pushing the adoption of AR…
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Battery manufacturer Northvolt raises $2.75B to add 60 GWh of capacity, VW adds $620M

June 10, 2021
Battery manufacturer Northvolt announced a new $2.75 billion round of investments to help add 60 GWh of production capacity. Volkswagen is contributing another $620 million in the round. Northvolt is a battery startup founded by two former Tesla executives who worked on Tesla’s Gigafactory 1 in Nevada with Panasonic. The Swedish startup received investments from several companies, including…
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Android 12 Beta 2 hands-on: Top new features [Video]

June 10, 2021
After a shorter than expected break between the first Android 12 Beta and now Beta 2, we hope that you’re ready for more new features and changes in what promises to be the biggest UI overhaul in years. We’re only just catching our breath from the first Android 12 Beta…
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Walmart officially now selling its Android TV streamers; the 4K model leaves a good impression

June 10, 2021
It’s been absolutely no secret that Walmart has been working on a duo of Android TV streaming devices, but the lead up to launch has been a little odd to say the least. Now, though, Walmart has officially started selling its onn-branded Android TV streamers and we’ve spent a few days with one of them, too. After being on the retailer’s website for over a month now, Walmart confirmed today…
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