macOS Sonoma update required for the new MacBook Pro and iMac with M3

Apple

Customers who order the new MacBook Pro or iMac with the M3 series processor will have to update their macOS Sonoma as soon as they receive their devices on November 7.

Apple devices often require day one updates to fix bugs and enhance performance. However, unlike the iPhone, which Apple is trying to update remotely while still in the box, the Mac does not have such a system.

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Apple and Anytime Fitness offer free Fitness+ access to members

Apple, Anytime Fitness

Apple and Anytime Fitness are joining forces to offer a unique fitness experience. Starting in December, Anytime Fitness members in Canada and the US can enjoy Apple Fitness+ for free. The partnership also benefits existing Fitness+ users who join Anytime Fitness for at least 13 months. They get a free month of club access. Newcomers to Anytime Fitness get a free trial of three months of Fitness+.

Moreover, Anytime Fitness members can access personalized plans from expert coaches via the iOS app. These plans will feature Apple Fitness+ workouts to help them achieve their fitness and wellness goals.

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The New Era of 'Forensic Factor' debuts on Nov. 17

Bell

Forensic Factor: A New Era will premiere on Friday, November 17 at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Crave, CTV.ca, and the CTV app. The six-episode series follows how cutting-edge forensic science and dedicated crime scene investigators work together to solve the most baffling crimes. It is a reboot of the classic Discovery Original Canadian docuseries Forensic Factor, which ran for six seasons from 2003. 

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Boston Dynamics tests ChatGPT on its robot dog Spot

Boston Dynamics has added ChatGPT to its robot dog Spot, which may make it creepier to some of you now. The integration gives Spot programmable personalities and a fake mouth that moves, which, um, yeah, it's kinda yikes.

This is just an experiment for now, but it has potential. Some companies like National Grid, BP, and the NYPD already use Spot. ChatGPT could make it more useful or again creepy, depending on your view.

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