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We have a 100% success rate with publishing apps on the App Store, and can testify that it is a process loaded with potential pitfalls. Taking time to understand Apple's requirements can significantly enhance your chances of success. This guide provides a thorough examination of the submission process, emphasising the critical components required to align your application with Apple's standards. From technical prerequisites to preparing showcase materials and navigating legal obligations, each stage of the submission process is essential for a smooth approval experience.
TL:DR – The submission of an app to the App Store requires care in preparation and adherence to Apple's review guidelines. Key steps include preparing your app's showcase materials, ensuring technical and legal compliance, rigorous testing, and following a defined submission process. Familiarity with Apple's evaluation criteria can substantially influence the outcome of your submission effort. The result of your careful work should be a perfect submission!
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Apple has unveiled macOS Sequoia 15.4, the latest version of its operating system, enhancing the Mac user experience with a series of updates and new features. This latest update provides significant improvements, particularly for the venerable Mail application, but also for Apple Intelligence, multimedia options, and a host of new emoji. Additionally, it introduces quicker, more cherent ways to manage files and communications, aiming to boost productivity and user engagement all while squashing bugs and implementing fixes to security vulnerabilities..
TL:DR – The macOS Sequoia 15.4 update brings a redesigned Mail app, expanded Apple Intelligence features with enhanced language support, the introduction of new widgets in Podcasts, an array of new emojis, and the Quick Start feature improving device transitions. While it has its omissions, it presents a notable advancement for Mac users.
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Read more: Mail, emojis, intelligence to improve your Mac experience
As we edge closer to the anticipated release of Android 16, now that it has reached platform stability with Beta 3, it’s helpful for developers and users alike to stay informed about the upcoming enhancements and changes. This comprehensive overview unpacks notable features, functionalities, and improvements that Android 16 promises to introduce upon its expected rollout in the second quarter of 2025. Whether you’re a developer readying your app for the new environment or a consumer eager for the latest innovations, knowledge of what's important in Android 16 is key to leveraging the new operating system effectively. For detailed specifics, you might find it helpful to explore the official Android Developer Preview webpage.
TL:DR – The release of Android 16 is poised to enhance user experience and streamline app development with features such as Live Updates for notifications, Adaptive Refresh Rate improvements, and more robust accessibility options. Developers can anticipate new APIs and user interface features that promise greater utility across devices. With the beta already facilitating early testing, the Android 16 rollout is expected to be robustly supported during the latter half of 2025.
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Read more: Android 16: Enhancements for users and developers alike
As Apple appears to be gearing up for a significant push into the smart home market, speculations are rife about what new Wi-Fi stations, akin to the long-beloved AirPort routers, could look like. While these devices were inexplicably shelved in 2018, the emergence of a new chip called Proxima may herald a revival of Apple's wireless router ambitions through existing devices such as the Apple TV and HomePod. This article will explore the potential features and functionality of these new Wi-Fi stations, their expected integration into the Apple ecosystem, and the implications for users.
TL:DR – The return of Wi-Fi functionality via the Proxima chip in devices like Apple TV and HomePod could signal a notable resurgence in Apple's home networking capabilities, where the simplicity, reliability, and privacy focus of the past AirPort routers may evolve into a more integrated, modern approach to wireless connectivity.
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Read more: What could the next Apple Airport WiFi stations look like?
Purchasing a burner phone in the UK provides an excellent solution for those looking to maintain their privacy while in the USA in these interesting times. Whether you seek to avoid hefty mobile contracts, cut costs, or just keep your personal information hidden from the prying eyes of an authoritarian regime, a burner phone can serve multiple purposes. This article will cover various purchasing methods, considerations for ideal use cases, and potential limitations of burner phones in terms of privacy and usability in the United States. If keen on acquiring a burner phone with no traceability we'd recomment taking cash to a Computer Exchange store and choosing whatever device takes your fancy there. Our choice would be an iPhone 7 or a Samsung Galaxy S7 both at around £85 unlocked. Armed with a Pre-Paid SIM card with roaming which you can buy before you go or on arrival you are all set!
TL;DR – The process of acquiring a burner phone involves understanding your needs, determining suitable purchasing options, and keeping in mind the level of privacy that you expect. Evaluate retailers, stay informed about prepaid carriers, and consider more cost-effective alternatives like burner apps.
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Read more: Your Quick Guide on How to Buy a Burner Phone Before Visiting the USA
The UK refurbished MacBook market continues to adjust in response to Apple’s recent M4 MacBook and MacBook Pro release. Supply is healthy, but standout deals remain elusive. This week, Amazon Renewed listings reflect a modest price reduction—on average, £40 off most configurations.
The refurbished inventory is saturated with base models. 8 GB RAM and 256 GB SSD specification machines dominate the listings but are quite constrained. These are sufficient for light tasks but ill-suited for development, design, or any performance-intensive workflows.
16 GB RAM and 1 TB SSD configurations offer significantly better longevity and maintain higher resale value, particularly among professional users seeking balanced capability. An emerging trend worth noting appears to be the increased availability of 1 TB models which provide ample storage for most use cases and are rapidly becoming the new baseline for informed buyers.
For buyers focused on future-proofing, thermal efficiency, and post-purchase value retention, avoiding base specs is no longer optional, it has become essential!
TL:DR – My pick of the week is a Macbook Pro (14-inch, M1, 2021) 16GB / 1TB at £869 on Amazon because it is a Pro equipped with the M1 Pro chip and was £1899 new! Always read the fine print and compare prices widely before deciding.
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If you read my article Yes you can install Windows 11 on an unsupported processor chip you'll know I bought this total bargain Lenovo ThinkCentre 710q chiefly because it consumes low power, has all Lenovo's attention to detail for maintenance and spare part replacement, has a nice tiny form factor, and a reasonably modern architecture. The Think Centre supports secure boot, and has a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0. This one came with a DVD rw drive and now sports USB-C with DP video support, 16 GB of memory and a 1 TB SSD. The 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-7700T 'Skylake' processor and the Intel HD 530 graphics are end of life.
TL:DR — There are loads of potential upgrades for these ThinkCentre 710q tiny workstations including WiFi which I didn't need and they are as cheap as chips. Plenty of parts are available, all very easily user replacable with ease by following Lenovo's documentation or just common sense. This is pretty much maxed out now and very very useful.
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Read more: Unexpectedly great hardware updates to my ThinkCentre 710q
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