One of the more interesting new features in iOS 16.1 is something called Clean Energy Charging. Apple says that this feature aims to “reduce your carbon footprint” by charging when lower carbon-emission electricity is available. In a new support document published today, Apple has more details on how this feature works…
Apple says:
When Clean Energy Charging is enabled and you connect…
Apple says iOS 16.1 will include Apple Card savings account, key sharing in Wallet app [U]
October 25, 2022
Update October 24, 2022: Despite being included in the initial release notes, iOS 16.1 does not include the new Apple Card savings account feature. It’s still scheduled to launch in the coming months, as Apple first announced when it revealed the feature for the first time…
Check out the first iPhone apps that support Live Activities and Dynamic Island with iOS 16.1
October 25, 2022
Apple on Monday released iOS 16.1 to the public, and among the new features and improvements that come with the update, this version introduces an API for Live Activities on the lock screen and for the Dynamic Island on iPhone 14 Pro. Read on as we detail the first iPhone…
Apple releases macOS Ventura, iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16
October 25, 2022
It’s a major Apple update day, as the company is rolling out new versions of its iPhone, iPad and Mac operating systems. While iPhone users at large have already had a taste of iOS 16, this will be the first time that most folks will get their hands on iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura.
Apple delayed the release of iPadOS 16 amid reports suggesting it needed more time to polish up the Stage…
Justice Department alleges Chinese spies tried to disrupt a criminal investigation into Huawei
October 25, 2022
Two spies from the People’s Republic of China attempted to interfere in a criminal investigation by the US Department of Justice into a prominent Chinese telecommunications company, US Attorney General Merrick Garland announced on Wednesday. The two agents, Guochun He…
Tesla has released a new software update (2022.40.1) that delivers improved charging efficiency for faster charge time and reduced energy costs, along with a few other goodies.
Some Tesla owners are waking up to a new software update bringing new features and capabilities…
Toyota is struggling with its shift to electric vehicles, and it is reportedly considering major changes in its EV plans driven by Tesla’s manufacturing strategy.
However, it may slow down some of its existing electric vehicle programs.
For years, we have been reporting on how Toyota has been lagging behind the competition in the shift to battery-powered electric vehicles. The automaker has…
Ryvid Anthem first ride: Testing a budget electric motorcycle that looks like a million bucks
October 24, 2022
The Ryvid Anthem electric motorcycle is one of the most innovative light electric motorcycles we’ve seen in years. The bike already began taking pre-orders, with deliveries expected next year, and I recently got the chance to test out a pair of Ryvid Anthem prototypes…
This easy-to-use calculator tells you how much money you’ll get from the Inflation Reduction Act
October 24, 2022
US President Joe Biden signed the big climate bill – the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) – in August. It includes a wealth of rebates and tax credits to help Americans transition to electrification with the purchase of everything from electric vehicles to high-efficiency…
Ford CEO shares F-150 Lightning’s official 0-60 mph under 4-seconds, faster than originally promised
October 24, 2022
In recent Ford fashion (when it comes to EVs at least), the American automaker has once again underpromised and overdelivered. Its latest cheeky announcement came in the form of a tweet from Ford CEO Jim Farley, who just admitted the F-150 Lightning with an extended-range battery can travel 0-60 mph in under four seconds. A huge improvement from previously shared acceleration times and a hint that…
