MLS clubs and stars share local favourites on Apple Maps

Aside from having fun watching Major League Soccer matches, you can explore the cities where these games are held with the help of Apple Maps. You can check out the MLS Club Matchday Guides created by the soccer teams themselves. They provide information on the stadium (like parking, entry and concessions) as well as local pubs and restaurants to catch games with other fans. There are also guides made by players that show their favourite local spots, including restaurants, cafes, parks and sightseeing spots.

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OpenAI is reportedly making a screenless speaker that can move

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OpenAI's foray into the hardware space involves a moving speaker, at least according to a new Bloomberg report. Citing sources with knowledge of the company's plans, the news outlet said the device currently under development is intended to be screen-free but works as a "humanlike AI companion that lives in the home." And the news outlet noted that the device is described as having "mechanical elements that can move on their own," and the company views it as a "physical manifestation of OpenAI's ChatGPT."

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Apple Arcade drops updates for 'NBA 2K26' and 'PGA Tour Pro Golf'

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Part of the new wave of fresh content coming to Apple Arcade is made for sports fans. The newest update coming to NBA 2K26 Arcade Edition introduces two-time All-Star Tyrese Maxey as a Paragon player and adds the 2016 to 2024 Era to The Association mode. Meanwhile, golf fans playing PGA Tour Pro Golf can take on an all-new challenge with the Bear's Best Atlanta course.

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Waze debuts motorcycle mode

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Waze is offering motorcycle riders a dedicated mode to customize their rides. With the use of AI, the mode adds two-wheeler shortcuts and restrictions so you can find your best route and get an accurate ETA. The mode can also show hazards for riders, including potholes, speed bumps, raised crosswalks, narrow bridges, and shoulder endings, which dedicated motorcycle map editors are constantly updating.

The motorcycle mode is currently rolling out in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru and the Philippines on Android and iOS, with more countries getting access to the feature soon.

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