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• 🔨 Tech Tip

• 📰 News

• 🔎 Top finds this week

• 🎁 We have a giveaway winner!

• 🎴Trivia

• 🤷 A new moron of the week

💡 Quick Tech Tip 💡

For Windows users:

1. Windows Key + X Shortcut: This quick shortcut gives you access to powershell and the device manager, saving you time navigating through menus.

2. Tweaking Shortcut Keys: You can customize your shortcut keys for functions like cutting and pasting to make them more intuitive for you.

For iPhone users:

1. Zoom While Filming: Did you know you can zoom in while filming videos on your iPhone? It's a handy trick for capturing more detailed footage.

2. Silent Screenshot: If you want to take a screenshot without making a noise, you can use the volume buttons.

3. Fast Charging: You can charge your battery faster by limiting background app refresh on your iPhone.

4. Swiping from the Left Edge: On an iPhone X or later, you can swipe from the left edge of the screen to go back on any screen. This is a handy navigation shortcut that can save you a tap or two.

If you like how-to’s like these, we have a whole bunch of them here:

• How to set up your Blink camera

• How to backup your iPad with or without a computer

• How to create and run a WhatsApp group

• How can you make your iPhone speaker louder and more powerful?

• Can Samsung SmartTags work without internet or Wi-Fi?

Apple, iPhone 15, Apple Watch, and more freaking Apple news, ahhhhh!

Apple has once again taken center stage with its September product launch event, unveiling four new devices: the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Here's a lowdown on the biggest stories from the event.

• A Quartet of New iPhones: The star of the show was undoubtedly the iPhone 15 lineup. The range includes the standard iPhone 15, its larger sibling the iPhone 15 Plus, and the premium iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The Pro model is getting a swanky upgrade with a titanium case, adding a touch of luxury to your tech game.

• Upgraded Processors: Apple has revved up the engine under the hood. The new iPhones come equipped with upgraded processors that promise faster performance. While Apple didn't explicitly mention AI, their focus on the latest chips suggests enhanced capabilities for AI-related tasks.

• Gaming Capabilities: For all you gamers out there, Apple has some good news. The company underscored the improved gaming abilities of the new iPhones. However, they've left us in suspense about the specifics.

• Steady Pricing: In a move that will bring relief to many, Apple has decided to hold the line on pricing. The new iPhone 15 models will maintain similar price points to their predecessors.

• Meet the Apple Watch Ultra 2: Apple has introduced the Apple Watch Ultra 2, touting it as their most capable and rugged smartwatch yet. While Apple has been tight-lipped about the specific new features, we're eager to see what this latest model brings to the table.

• Say Hello to the Apple Watch Series 9: Alongside the Ultra 2, Apple also unveiled the Apple Watch Series 9. While the specifics of the new feature sets are yet to be revealed, we expect the usual annual refinements and improvements that Apple is known for.

• Price Drop for the Apple Watch SE (2nd gen): Good news for bargain hunters! The Apple Watch SE (2nd gen) will now start at $249/£219 for the 40mm version in both the U.S. and U.K. markets.

In a nutshell, Apple's latest reveal brings us four new iPhones with a more premium feel, faster processors, and improved gaming capabilities, all at familiar prices.

📝 KnowTechie Trivia

(Last week’s answer below)

Last week’s answer

Which tech entrepreneur named his son X Æ A-12?

🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Jeff Bezos (12)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Elon Musk (25)

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Mark Zuckerberg (13)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Bill Gates (11)

Correct Answer: Elon Musk

🎧 Weekly Gear

Sonos Move 2

Sonos has once again shown its commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in audio technology.

The Sonos Move 2 is more than just another portable speaker; it’s a testament to Sonos’ vision of delivering superior sound quality anywhere, anytime.

Whether this vision resonates with consumers will ultimately determine the success of the Sonos Move 2 in the competitive portable speaker market. Read our review roundup.

Just a heads up, if you buy something through our links, we may get a small share of the sale. It’s one of the ways we keep the lights on here.

🛠️ Top Tool Finds This Week

Edit.Photo: Unleash creativity on any device with this swift, all-in-one, browser-based image editor. No ads, no downloads.

Briefy: AI-powered tool that turns lengthy texts, audios, and videos into structured, easy-to-digest summaries with 1 click

Mindpal: Build customized ChatGPT-like agents that understand both your standards and your business context in seconds with no code.

timeOS: AI built directly into your daily workflows. From summarizing your meetings and conducting follow-ups to accurately scheduling and attending meetings for you.

Guidde: Helps you magically create how-tos, SOPs, or any walkthrough video or content.

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