macOS Monterey will bring Apple Fitness+ to the Mac via AirPlay

Strangely enough, Apple Fitness+ hasn't been available on the Mac. Until now, that is. With macOS Monterey, Mac machines can support content via AirPlay from Apple devices like the iPhone or iPad, including Apple Fitness+ videos. So, now you can start a workout from your mobile device and then wireless stream the video to your laptop. A big drawback is you don't have access to on-screen metrics like heart rate and calories burned. You can only see this data on your Apple Watch.

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Facebook set to introduce its podcast platform next week

Facebook

Facebook hasn't been shy about sharing what it plans in the audio space. We learn that the company is almost ready to launch its podcast platform, which is coming to Facebook next Tuesday. Facebook has been sending out emails to podcast creators informing them that a new podcast page will go live on June 22. This page will allow Facebook users to listen directly from there. A new Podcasts tab will also be introduced into the social media site.

Like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more, anyone can set up an RSS feed to add a podcast to Facebook. Once the show is approved, any new episode will automatically be uploaded there. You can unpublish or remove your podcast at any time.

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Future Disney+ original series will come out on Wednesdays

Disney

After Disney moved up the release of Loki to a Wednesday instead of its usual Friday release, the company found that it became its most-watched premiere on the platform. And so, moving forward all-new original Disney series will come out on Wednesdays. So, the upcoming animated Monsters, Inc. series, Monsters at Work, will be moved up to July 2 from July 7. 

Highly anticipated Marvel titles like Hawkeye, Ms. Marvel, She-Hulk, and Moon Knight weren't mentioned in the list, but you can expect these to come out on Wednesdays, too. However, original movies will continue to premiere on Friday, which means its shows and films will no longer have to compete for subscribers' attention.

Source: Engadget

Twitter tests out an 'unmention' feature to 'control unwanted attention'

Twitter

Twitter is trying out new ways to prevent "unwanted attention" on its platform that can lead to harassment. And these new tests won't require you to block or mute anyone. Instead, the company is trying out an "unmention yourself" feature and control over who can tag you in future tweets. Twitter product designer Dominic Camozzi described the features as "early concepts."

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