A new ChatGPT voice update has made interacting with the chatbot far more flexible than it used to be, and I think is an example of one of the key things we can eventually expect from the new Siri. While OpenAI’s change might seem like a relatively small one on the surface, I’m already finding that it completely transforms the experience of using ChatGPT … more…

From tracking your fitness to keeping you connected wherever you go, Apple Watch is a must-have this holiday season. For Black Friday, we’re tracking huge savings on the entire Apple Watch lineup. This includes the cheapest Apple Watch SE 3 and the flagship Apple Watch Series 11. Plus, last year’s Apple Watch Series 10 is still on the market as an excellent middle ground option. Whether you’re a newcomer to the Apple Watch ecosystem or looking to upgrade your aging wearable, there’s a deal in here for you. more…

Christie's is preparing to auction off the original partnership contract that created the Apple Computer Company on April 1, 1976, valuing it in the region of $2-4 million. The original three-page document served as the contract among Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ron Wayne. The agreement established initial shares at 45% for Jobs, 45% for Wozniak, and 10% for Wayne. Additional papers documenting Wayne's withdrawal as a partner just 12 days after the company was formed are also included in the auction package. Wayne initially received $800 for his 10% share of the company, and later received an additional $1,500 payment. Wayne later stated he withdrew because he knew the venture would be a "roller coaster" and that the high-stakes…

Christie's is preparing to auction off the original partnership contract that created the Apple Computer Company on April 1, 1976, valuing it in the region of $2-4 million. The original three-page document served as the contract among Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ron Wayne. The agreement established initial shares at 45% for Jobs, 45% for Wozniak, and 10% for Wayne. Additional papers documenting Wayne's withdrawal as a partner just 12 days after the company was formed are also included in the auction package. Wayne initially received $800 for his 10% share of the company, and later received an additional $1,500 payment. Wayne later stated he withdrew because he knew the venture would be a "roller coaster" and that the high-stakes…

Macworld It’s time to drop some of those old cables you keep hoarding like they’re made of gold and you’re a dragon — you have to admit they barely move the needle when it comes to actually charging your gear. This 240W Anker USB-C cable is on sale this Black Friday, with the price dropping to a penny under $10. This is a 3-foot cable that will blaze through charging any of your gear, from small tech like earbuds and smartphones to tablets and laptops. With uber fast charging, not only will you keep all your gear at 100 percent battery around the clock, but it will also do it fast. With a 240W charging power, a 15-inch MacBook Air…

OpenAI has updated the voice feature in its ChatGPT app so that voice conversations now happen directly inside an ongoing chat instead of forcing users into a separate voice-only session. The change means responses now appear in real-time with text – plus any visuals like images and maps – as you speak, making switching between voice and text smoother while preserving chat history and context. Previously, when you used "Advanced Voice Mode," voice chats opened in their own window, which would exit your current conversation and knock you out of your workflow. The update means voice and text interactions are now integrated in one seamless conversation thread. Users who prefer the old separate voice mode, characterized by the floating orb,…