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Apple has released the iOS 18.1 beta, earlier than expected, for developers to test on compatible devices such as iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, and M-series iPads. The beta was made available on July 29, and it's not yet known if or when it will be available to public beta testers.

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Amazon is offering a $500 discount on the 16-inch MacBook Pro, bringing its price down to $1999. The laptop features a supercharged M3 Pro chip and 18GB of RAM, making it suitable for handling any task. The device received a 4.5-star rating and an Editors' Choice award from the reviewer.

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Apple's M1 Macs, introduced in late 2020, have made Macs a better choice for gaming enthusiasts. The subsequent M1 Pro, M1 Max, and M1 Ultra models, followed by the M2, M2 Pro, M2 Max, and M2 Ultra, and now the M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max have improved the gaming capabilities of Macs. Upgrading a Mac to meet the requirements of a graphically-demanding modern game is still not recommended due to the difficulty of upgrading a Mac.

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According to sport psychologist Ross Flowers, you can train like an Olympian by using your iPhone without downloading an app. Flowers suggested an exercise that anyone can do, including those watching the Olympics from their couch, to harness focus like a professional athlete.

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Capcom released Resident Evil 7: Biohazard for macOS, which features a seriously creepy atmosphere, clever 'found-footage' features, and native support for Apple Silicon. The game has a lower price and demo mode, but puzzles can be frustrating and it doesn't run on Intel processors. A gamepad is recommended.

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When selling a MacBook or Mac, it's essential to evaluate the market and choose the right price. You can sell your Mac on eBay or other marketplaces, trade it in at Apple, or sell it to a service that specializes in selling refurbished Macs. To determine your Mac's worth, you'll need to consider its condition, age, and specifications.

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Apple is reportedly considering adding ads to its Apple TV+ streaming service. The company has been meeting with the UK's ratings agency Barb to explore options for tracking advertising. It's unclear if customers will have the option to pay less and watch commercials or if Apple will require those who don't want to watch ads to pay more.

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Apple has launched Apple Maps on the web in beta, allowing users to access the service without relying on Apple devices. This move is seen as a significant challenge to Google's dominance in the web-based map market. The service is currently in beta, but it marks a major milestone for Apple's mapping platform.

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According to Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, Apple Intelligence features will not be available in the first release of iOS 18, which is expected to be shipped with the iPhone 16 models. Apple is planning to make Apple Intelligence available in 2025. The first iPhone 16 models will lack the new AI features and require a software update weeks later.

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