Tile Dynasty: A Traditional Treasure with Modern PolishTile Dynasty dives into the world of mahjong, offering a mobile experience that blends classic tile-matching gameplay with vibrant visuals and modern features.
A Modernised Mahjong Masterpiece
You remove tiles from the structure into your 7 tile rack and you keep going - matching 3 tiles and they disappear. You keep going until you release all the tiles and you win! OR the rack fills up and you lose 🙁
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In the Settings around Screen timeout, there’s an option to leave the screen on while you are looking at the screen. It needs to be enabled.
Android: Screen Attention is a feature on some Google Pixel phones that uses the front-facing camera to detect if you're looking at the screen. This helps to prevent the screen from turning off automatically if you're actively using it. iPhone: iPhones use a similar concept called "Attention Aware" features within Face ID. When Face ID is enabled, the iPhone uses the TrueDepth camera system to detect if you're looking at the screen to dim the display or prevent accidental lock actions. They say no data is sent to the servers even though the camera is active. Before you ask, extra battery usage is negligible as the camera is only active for a fraction of a second at various intervals. Screen brightness is your biggest battery killer. The big ticket items at the Apple iPad Let Loose Event 2024 Apple Unleashed: Bigger iPads, Blazing Speed, and a Camera App for FilmmakersApple's "Let Loose" event unleashed a wave of innovation, catering to creators, professionals, and casual users alike. With bigger iPads, a blazing-fast chip, and software designed to unleash creativity, Apple has set the stage for an exciting future in mobile computing.
Let’s have a quick look at the biggest reveals: Supersized iPad Air: The iPad Air gets a supersized option with a new 13-inch model, offering more screen real estate for work and play. Pro Gets a Pro Makeover: The iPad Pro gets a sleek redesign, boasting a stunning OLED display for vibrant colours and deeper blacks. But the beauty goes beyond skin deep – the M4 chip, Apple's next-generation processor, delivers a 50% performance jump over the M2, making it a powerhouse for creative professionals and demanding users. M4 Chip: The Speed Demon: The star of the show might be the M4 chip. This powerhouse boasts a 10-core CPU and GPU, built on a cutting-edge 3nm process for improved efficiency. Apple touts the M4 as an "outrageously powerful chip for AI," paving the way for future advancements in machine learning applications. Apple Pencil Pro Gets an Upgrade: Digital artists, take note! The new Apple Pencil Pro gets a haptic feedback boost, providing a more natural and responsive drawing experience. A new squeeze gesture lets you access a menu quickly, and the ability to roll the Pencil allows for intuitive brush shape changes. Magic Keyboard Gets Magical: The Magic Keyboard isn't just about typing anymore. The redesigned keyboard features a luxurious aluminium palm rest, a larger trackpad with haptic feedback, and a function row for added convenience. Available in silver and space black to match the iPad Pro, the Magic Keyboard starts at $299. iPad Gets More Affordable: Apple made the base iPad even more accessible, dropping the starting price to $349. This budget-friendly option is perfect for students, casual users, and anyone looking for a basic tablet experience. Calling All Filmmakers: Apple announced Final Cut Camera, a brand new app designed specifically for live multicamera productions. This app seamlessly integrates with Final Cut Pro, allowing users to connect multiple iPhones or iPads to capture various angles and create professional-looking videos. AI Infusion for Musicians: Musicians using Logic Pro can get excited about new AI-powered features. A virtual bass player and keyboard player join the digital band, offering an extra layer of creativity and assistance for music production. Image by Apple Electric SUVs for Less? Peugeot slashes price of e-2008 by $25,000! Is this the deal that jumpstarts Aussie EV sales? Find out what this new price tag means for electric car buyers. Limited time offer, so don't miss out! Peugeot Slashes Price of Electric SUV by $25,000 to Boost Sales in AustraliaFrench automaker Peugeot is making a big push to attract Australian electric vehicle (EV) buyers with a dramatic price cut on its e-2008 SUV. The car, which launched last year with a starting price of $59,990 before on-road costs, is now available for a drive-away price of $39,990 – a saving of almost $25,000.
This aggressive pricing strategy follows similar moves by other major EV manufacturers like Tesla, BYD, and MG. Peugeot, however, may be looking to jumpstart sales of the e-2008, which has seen slow uptake in Australia. In 2023, only 57 units were sold, and sales figures for the first quarter of 2024 reached just 40. Peugeot e-2008: Features and Performance Despite the initial slow sales, the e-2008 boasts some compelling features:
The current price drop applies to both new and demo MY23 e-2008 SUVs and is valid from May 1 to June 30, 2024. This significant price cut, coupled with similar offers from competitors, could signal a growing price war in the Australian EV market – good news for consumers looking to make the switch to electric vehicles. Do you use Google Photos and are you familiar with the suggestions that pop up from time to time?
Google Photos automatically creates various compilations and edits of your photos, which can sometimes appear unexpectedly. Here's a list of some of the most common Google Photos creations:
The tip is sometimes you don;t save the creation and then it’s gone, well… in a browser go to photos.google.com/unsaved and viola spend some time scrolling through the pages and pages of content. Incidentally, if these suggestions bother you, you can turn them off in Settings.
We've all been there: you're casually chatting with a friend about needing a new pair of shoes, and then BAM! Your social media feed is flooded with targeted ads for sneakers. It's enough to make you wonder if your phone is actually listening to your conversations.Well, the truth is, it depends. Many apps request permission to access your phone's microphone during installation. Buried deep within those privacy policies you probably skimmed (we've all done it!), could be the key that unlocks your phone's ability to listen.
You can take control to some degree by adjusting your phone's settings, you can decide which apps get to listen in and which ones don't. iPhone:
Android:Slightly different:
Don’t worry, you won’t break anything… If the app needs it, it will ask for permission next time you try to use the mic feature in that app. Taking control of your phone's microphone permissions is a simple step towards protecting your privacy. So go forth, chat freely, and don't worry about your phone turning into a secret eavesdropper! Qantas App Glitch Exposes Passenger Data, Raising Privacy ConcernsQantas is facing a major privacy headache after a glitch in their mobile app allowed users to access the personal information and boarding passes of other passengers. The airline assures customers the issue has been resolved, but the incident highlights potential security risks and the challenge of preventing follow-up scams.
What Happened? On Wednesday morning, Qantas app users reported seeing details of other passengers' flights, including names, frequent flyer information, and even boarding pass QR codes. This incident bears resemblance to previous data breaches in apps from banks, car manufacturers, and telecommunication companies. Often, these glitches stem from faulty system upgrades and are swiftly rectified, but the consequences can be significant. Potential Impact: While Qantas assures no financial or sensitive personal information was exposed, the leaked data raises several concerns:
Although Qantas apologised for the inconvenience and assured users the app issue has been fixed, they emphasised that only basic information was accessible, and loyalty points could not be compromised. What You Should Do: like any other data breach…
The Qantas app glitch underscores the importance of robust data security measures in mobile applications. Furthermore, it serves as a reminder for users to remain vigilant against potential phishing attempts, especially following data breaches or security incidents. Hold Your Applause (or Fart): Google Phone App Gets "Audio Emoji" UpdateCalling all pranksters (and those easily amused)! An upcoming update to the Google Phone app might have you both laughing and groaning. The update introduces "Audio Emoji," a feature that lets you play sound effects during phone calls that both you and the other caller can hear.
Six Sounds to Spice Up Your Calls: While the usefulness of this feature might be debatable, the options are certainly...interesting. Choose from clapping, laughter, crying (trombone sound effect!), a party popper sound, a drum roll, and yes, even a fart noise. These "Audio Emojis" can be accessed through the overflow menu or a dedicated button during a call. A Novelty That Might Wear Thin? Hmm, while the initial silliness might be tempting, I question the long-term practicality of Audio Emojis. Will these sounds add genuine meaning to conversations, or will they become annoying distractions? Perhaps a version 2 with user-created sounds or pre-recorded messages might be more useful? I can see a button that says Ahah, which I could press occasionally or better still, play automatically at random intervals 🙂 Limited Use and Google I/O Await It could get very tedious very quickly, so thankfully, there’s a cooldown period to prevent excessive spamming of these sound effects. Listen out for more details and the potential for Audio Emojis in the very near future. Australian social media users are for the most-part, welcoming the arrival of Meta AI, a powerful AI assistant integrated across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
Meta AI is a chatbot now available in your Meta apps including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and WhatsApp. It’s basically like Chat-GPT and Gemini but baked into your Meta experience. A Creative Spark: Meta AI, powered by the cutting-edge Llama 3 technology, offers a range of functionalities beyond just information retrieval. One of the most exciting features is its ability to generate creative text formats and lifelike images based on user prompts. Imagine describing your dream vacation destination and having Meta AI conjure a captivating image to match. This is now a reality for Aussies, allowing them to explore their artistic side through AI-powered prompts. Beyond the Brushstrokes: Meta AI's capabilities extend far beyond artistic endeavours. Users can leverage it for real-time information access within their favourite Meta apps. Need restaurant recommendations or want to understand a complex news article? Simply ask Meta AI, and it will provide the answers you seek. Seamless Integration: The beauty of Meta AI lies in its seamless integration. Users can access it through various methods:
The rollout of Meta AI isn't limited to Australia. Users in Canada, several African nations, New Zealand, and Singapore are also enjoying the benefits of this innovative AI assistant. What's Next? While some features, like real-time image generation as you type, are currently limited to US users, the Australian launch paves the way for their eventual arrival Down Under. A New Era of Social Interaction: The introduction of Meta AI marks a significant shift in the Australian social media landscape. With its emphasis on creativity, information access, and user-friendly interaction, Meta AI has the potential to transform the way Aussies engage with their favorite Meta apps. Craving some Aussie shows but stuck on your smart TV? Fear not! MITE Radio unveils the easy ways to install ABC iView on various smart TV models. Is it a simple Google Play Store download or a hidden menu adventure? We'll break it down for you. Plus, we'll teach you how to navigate those tricky remote controls to launch the app and start streaming. Let us help you to unlock a world of entertainment – the ABC iView way! Varies based on TV brand
Check your remote for a Menu option for Apps
If your TV is too old consider a Google TV dongle, Amazon Fire Stick or similar. $50 will get the job done. Which button on the remote? However, here are some common indicators to look for on your remote that might lead you to the app store:
Consult the user manual, look online or reach out to us with your TV make and model so we can help. Here's how to link your Medicare card with your myGov account: Before you begin:
1. Using your Medicare card details:
What happens if my NBN goes out but I need to use the internet/phone?
With everything connected to NBN, landline phone services rely on the internet to stay connected. Pre NBN, phones used the copper wire connections to the exchange and audio was transmitted in analogue over the wire. Phone services did not rely on the internet. Today, phone calls use VOIP (Voice over IP) to capture the audio and transmit packets of data over the internet digitally. This means if your internet is down, you can’t make a phone call on a landline if you are using NBN and VOIP. Internet Service Providers (ISPs) generally provide a backup service to the NBN via the mobile phone network. Your modem/router which connects to the NBN has an internal SIM card which connects to the 4G or 5G mobile network in case the cabled NBN connection is not available for whatever reason. The modem will detect an NBN outage and automatically switch over so that you will still have internet and phone services. Once the NBN service is restored, the modem will switch back to normal operation.
If you’re on the internet maybe surfing, or banking or streaming and it suddenly stops working. What could it be? Basic Checks:
If you've tried all of these steps and your internet is still not working, it might be an issue with your phone's hardware or the network itself. Here are some next steps:
Twitter Faces Hefty Fines in eSafety Battle: Court to Decide May 10th
The battle between eSafety Commissioner and Twitter (referred to as platform X in earlier reports) is heating up. A court date is set for May 10th to determine whether Twitter's actions constitute complying with takedown orders. The Backstory: The eSafety Commissioner flagged 65 social media posts deemed harmful and requested their removal. Twitter complied by geo-blocking the content, making it inaccessible to users in Australia. However, the eSafety Commissioner argues that the content remains accessible through Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), essentially bypassing the geo-block. The Stakes for Twitter: The potential consequences for Twitter are significant. The platform faces a daily fine of $782,500 since April 16th if the court rules that geo-blocking doesn't fulfil a takedown order. This could result in a substantial financial penalty for Twitter… $18.8 million actually. What's at Stake for Australia? This case has broader implications for Australia's online safety landscape. The court's decision will set a precedent regarding the effectiveness of geo-blocking in content moderation. Possible Outcomes: Here are two potential scenarios:
The upcoming court hearing on May 10th will be closely watched by both parties and anyone concerned about online safety and content moderation in Australia. The decision will determine the effectiveness of eSafety's enforcement powers and the future landscape of social media content regulation in the country. Voyager 1: Phoning Home After a Glitch! Is there intelligent life out there? Our farthest flung spacecraft is talking again after a cryptic silence. Did it encounter something interstellar? What secrets is it ready to reveal? Learn more about humanity's messenger to the stars! Voyager 1 Talks Again: Iconic Spacecraft Resumes Sending Data After Months of SilenceThere's good news from interstellar space! NASA's Voyager 1 probe, the farthest human-made object from Earth, is once again sending back readable data after a five-month silence. Launched in 1977, Voyager 1 became the first spacecraft to enter interstellar space in 2012 and is currently a staggering 24 billion kilometres away.
A Glitch in the Machine: In November 2023, mission controllers noticed a problem. While they could still send commands to Voyager 1, the spacecraft stopped returning any usable data. It was like talking to a friend who only responds with nonsensical gibberish. The culprit turned out to be a single malfunctioning chip in the probe's 46-year-old computer system. A Memory Fix and a Data Deluge: The clever minds at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory weren't about to give up on their intrepid explorer. They devised a unique solution – a software patch designed to work within the limited memory constraints of Voyager 1's ageing computer. This patch essentially rerouted data from the faulty memory section, allowing communication to resume. Back in Business, But Data Lost: On a recent Saturday morning, mission control received a wave of relief – Voyager 1 finally sent back a clear signal! This initial data confirmed the health and safety of the spacecraft. The next step, according to Dr. Linda Spilker, project leader, is to develop a new patch specifically for retrieving science data. This will allow scientists to once again unlock the secrets of interstellar space, information that's been missing since November. Unfortunately, there's no way to recover the science data lost during the communication blackout. Australia: A Vital Partner in Deep Space Communication: It's worth noting that Australia played a crucial role in both Voyager missions. The Parkes radio telescope tracked Voyager 2 as it exited the solar system in 2018, and in 2023, Canberra's Deep Space Communication Complex played a starring role when communication with Voyager 2 was lost. Their team successfully sent a command that shifted the spacecraft's antenna, restoring the connection. Voyager: Envoys to the Stars: Both Voyager 1 and 2 carry a special message for any potential extraterrestrial lifeforms – a Golden Record. These 12-inch gold-plated copper discs contain a wealth of information about Earth, including a map of our solar system, a "radioactive clock" using uranium, and even instructions on how to play the record using the included stylus. The record features a vast array of sounds and music representing the diversity of life on our planet, all curated by a committee led by the renowned astronomer Carl Sagan. A Bright Future (For Now): While Voyager 1 and 2's power sources were expected to run dry sometime after 2025, mission specialists are optimistic. By powering down certain systems, they believe both spacecraft could continue functioning well into the 2030s. After that, they'll silently wander the Milky Way, our ambassadors to the cosmos, carrying their message of humanity for millennia to come. https://science.nasa.gov/mission/voyager/voyager-1/ Sun-Powered Hydrogen Breakthrough Sun in a Bottle? Aussie Tech Aims to Make Clean Energy From Sunshine! Forget windmills and solar panels! This Aussie invention uses just the sun to create clean-burning fuel. Is this the "holy grail" of green energy or just a hot air balloon? Learn more about this sunshine-powered hydrogen revolution! Sun-Powered Hydrogen Breakthrough? Aussie Pilot Plant Aims for the 'Holy Grail'The race for clean energy is heating up, and Australia is at the forefront with a revolutionary pilot plant poised to change the game. Sparc Technologies, in collaboration with Andrew Forrest's Fortescue Future Industries (FFI), is embarking on a multi-million dollar project to build a "holy grail" green hydrogen pilot plant.
No Wind, No Solar, Just Sunshine: Unlike traditional methods that rely on renewable energy sources like wind or solar, this plant utilises sunlight and a special material called a photocatalyst to produce hydrogen. This eliminates the need for complex infrastructure and potentially reduces production costs significantly. A Six-Month Timeline for Sun-Powered Hope: With the completion date expected to be late 2024 or early 2025, Sparc Technologies' managing director, Nick O'Loughlin (O-lock-lan), is optimistic, projecting a six-month construction period and a functional plant ready for public demonstration by early next year. Why does Green Hydrogen Matter????? Green hydrogen - produced using renewable energy sources, is a clean-burning fuel with the potential to radically change various industries. It can be used in transportation, power generation, and even industrial processes, all without harmful greenhouse gas emissions. A Potential Game Changer for Green Energy: If successful, this pilot plant could be THE game-changer for renewables. By eliminating the need for traditional renewable energy infrastructure, Sparc Technologies' approach offers a potentially simpler and cheaper solution for large-scale hydrogen production. Eyes on Australia: A Global Race for Clean Energy Solutions: This Australian project has garnered international attention, placing the country at the forefront of the green hydrogen revolution. The success of this pilot plant could pave the way for a more sustainable future powered by clean, sun-derived hydrogen. The Race is On! The Ghost Town Treasure Unearth a fortune... or unleash a curse! ☠️ Mad Dog Black Jack's legendary loot is hidden somewhere in a dusty ghost town. Are you brave enough to face the dangers that lurk in the shadows? Will you claim your prize, or succumb to an ancient curse? The choice is yours, bounty hunter. Apps Gone Free (website). Media City Games has released several games normally around $4.99. 2 of them are now free for a short time. Free for Apple only.
You’re a struggling bounty hunter who’s about to quit his career. It comes to your attention that a loot from the West’s biggest outlaw - Mad Dog Black Jack- that contains gold, jewels, and gemstones is hidden near an old abandoned mine town on which you grew up.
However, it is also said that over this treasure lies a terrible curse. You decide to take the chance and undertake the search for this cursed treasure. These are all quality point and search adventure games but be warned, they are not that easy. Lots of puzzles and lots of dead ends, so unless you enjoy a challenge (of the mystery and puzzle kind) best you stay away. I spent 20 minutes and go no-where, but I’m still engaged enough to keep trying. Avail on Android (Paid) and Apple. Have you tried using your smart assistant or an AI tool to create poetry? Ever stare at a blank page, yearning for a rhyme to ignite your poem?
Gemini can be your muse! Tell it a feeling, a theme, or even just a random word, and watch the sparks fly. We'll craft verses that surprise you, or help you refine your own hidden masterpiece. Ready to unleash your inner poet? Prompt: Write me a poem about MITE Radio, playing great music from the 50s to the 80s. We give tech tips, tell some funny tech related stories and we do this every day at 11am MITE Radio fills the air with glee, A time machine for you and me. From fifties rock to eighties' beat, Melodies, both smooth and sweet. But MITE's not just a musical guide, It's a techie friend, by your side. Confused by gadgets, new and strange? MITE's got tips to rearrange The tangled wires, the puzzling screens, Making tech a joyful scene. With funny stories, laughter rings, As MITE untangles techie things. So tune in daily, at eleven's chime, For music, laughter, and a tech-savvy time. MITE Radio's there to lend a hand, In the digital world, a helpful band. Do you have so many clothes that you don’t even remember what you have?
Save Your Wardrobe is an app that allows users to manage their clothes by creating a digital version of every item in their wardrobe. The Save Your Wardrobe app allows users to create a digital version of their clothing collection Via the app, garments are scanned, identified and stored virtually… Then the app can remind you of everything you own, with the hope of getting unworn clothes back into use. It also connects people to local services such as a dry cleaners, places where they can donate no longer wanted items, and repair and alteration shops to extend the life of their garments. The U-Scan’s smooth, pebble-shaped design funnels urine along its surface down into a collection inlet at the bottom, where a thermal sensor detects the presence of the fluid and activates a pump, which draws the sample inside and through a “microfluidic circuit.” While a user is urinating, a “low-energy radar sensor embedded into the device” can also recognise and distinguish between several users by detecting their “unique urine stream signature”. It will provide information on a user’s pH, vitamins, carb balance, ketone levels and who knows what else in the future. The results of the U-Scan’s tests are made available through the company’s mobile apps, which allows the results and each user’s personal health data to be tracked over time. There’s no timeline for when U-Scan will be available but it’s expected to retail for about $US500. For more information: https://www.withings.com/au/en/u-scan In 1966, TV show Tomorrow's World reported on a household robot which could cook dinner, walk the dog, mind the baby, do the shopping, mix a cocktail and many other tasks. Nearly 50 years on, these visions are still a long way off… however,
Experts suggest that within the next decade, around 39% of the time spent on housework and caring for loved ones could be automated. Domestic robots have become the most widely produced and sold robots in the world. As such, they are becoming increasingly important in our daily lives. Whether it be a robot vacuum cleaner, a robot mop, or a robot lawn mower, these robots are helping us make household tasks easier and allowing us more time to spend with our families.But not all experts agree on the tasks that robots can do. A team from the Oxford Internet Institute asked 29 AI experts from the UK and 36 AI experts from Japan for their predictions on robots in the home. The team found that male UK experts tended to be more optimistic about domestic automation compared to their female counterparts. This was reversed in Japan, where female experts were more optimistic about domestic automation than their male counterparts. The experts' predictions of tasks that robots can do varied. While many believed that robots could do mundane tasks, such as cleaning or lawn mowing, only 28% of care work, including activities such as teaching your child, accompanying your child, or taking care of an older family member, was predicted to be automated. As robots become more and more advanced, it will be important to consider what tasks they can do, and who should be responsible for their use. Robots have the potential to take over mundane tasks, freeing up time for us to spend on tasks that require more human interaction. But care work and teaching should still be handled by humans, as robots may not be able to provide the same level of care and understanding that a human can. Sleep is an essential part of our lives, and getting a full night’s rest is critical for our physical and mental health. Unfortunately, many of us struggle to find the right balance between restful sleep and a jam-packed schedule. For some, it can feel like an uphill battle.
That’s exactly what happened to one woman who had been struggling to get a good night’s sleep for years. Her doctor had initially prescribed a short course of sleeping tablets, but she found that they only knocked her out for a few hours at a time, and didn’t guarantee quality rest. Desperate for a solution, she eventually stumbled upon the phenomenon of sleep stories. Sleep stories are soothing tales provided via apps and podcasts, and she opted for those on the meditation app and website Calm. “I sleep so much better now,” she said. “Even if I’ve got a lot on at work and I’m thinking about various things - like what I’ve got to do tomorrow - I think it’s a comfort blanket.” Most nights, she opens the app on her phone, selects a bedtime story, and lets it play through the speaker. She believes the tone of the voices, how they slow their voices down and leave longer gaps between sentences, has something to do with her improved rest. It seems she’s not alone in her discovery of the calming effects of sleep stories. More and more of us who struggle to get to sleep are turning to tech for help, and it’s not just about soothing bedtime stories. The burgeoning sleep technology market has something for everyone, from sleep trackers and noise machines to smart beds and adjustable mattresses. The rise of the ‘bedtime economy’ has seen innovation and investment in the sleep tech space, and the products range from high-tech to low-cost. But for those of us who want to find our way back to a good night’s sleep, apps that offer sleep stories are proving to be a popular option. Not only do they offer a welcome distraction from the worries of the day, but they provide a form of relaxation - and ultimately, relaxation is key to a good night’s rest. In recent years, we've seen some incredible technological advances in the field of bioengineering. From nanobots to 3D printed organs, scientists and engineers have been pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the realm of medicine. One of the most exciting developments in the field is the concept of human fuel cells.
Human fuel cells are essentially miniature implantable devices that can generate electricity from glucose deposits in the body. These devices are about the size of a grain of rice and use a specially designed enzyme to break down the glucose to generate electricity. This technology is incredibly groundbreaking, and could revolutionise the way we power medical implants in our bodies. In essence, it could be a form of renewable energy – powered by our own bodies… Example - pacemaker that will eventually run down as the body does. Diabetics have high glucose in the bloodstream which means they would be able to produce more electricity - perhaps to self-power insulin pumps and other devices. **I would be keen on recharging my future ear-pod implants :) |
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