iPhone fans predict release date of upcoming iOS 18 update in leaks from cellular provider READ MORE: iOS 18 update causes banking issues for iPhone users By NIKKI MAIN SCIENCE REPORTER FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 21:35, 5 December 2024 | Updated: 21:48, 5 December 2024 e-mail 1 View comments Apple fans are predicting the release date for the new iOS 18.2 update after spotting a clue shared by a cellphone provider. The British mobile network, EE, recently announced that customers wouldn't be able to use their shared number service on MacBooks and iPads starting December 9. The majority of carrier updates are released alongside Apple software updates, meaning that the phone company may have indirectly revealed when iOS 18.2 will be released to all users. The information has set social media a blaze with iPhone users rejoicing about the upcoming iOS date. 'Apple is expected to release iOS 18.2 in December, possibly on Dec. 9,' a user shared on X. 'The update could feature expanded Apple Intelligence capabilities, which is what a lot of us Apple users are eagerly awaiting,' they added. The third iOS 18.2 beta test was released on November 20, which introduced Wi-Fi calling for other devices and new Apple Intelligence features. However, the company hasn't confirmed when all of it's 1.46 billion global customers would receive the update. Apple fans have guessed that the company will publicly release its iOS 18.2 software update on December 9. This is based on a phone carrier's message to its customers saying it would remove its Smart number service Last month, some Apple users had speculated that the iOS 18.2 update would be issued on December 2, but EE's message appeared to indicate a later release. 'Recently received a message from about their Smart Number service ending on 9 December,' one person wrote on X. 'Now, MacRumors suggests this could hint at the iOS 18.2 release date. Any other users seeing this as a sign? Up until now, my money was on 2nd December.' EE told its customers: 'We wanted to let you know that, from 09 December, you'll no longer be able to use your EE shared number service on MacBooks and iPads. 'Watch functionality, along with the Apple-provided iCloud number-sharing function, won’t be affected. 'We’re sorry for any inconvenience caused by this update.' Some iPhone users reported that a December 9 release date would make sense because Apple typically issues its updates on a Monday and doesn't make any new changes to its software during the holiday season. The iOS 18.2 update will include the Image Playground feature (pictured) that lets users create a cartoon-like image from pictures in their photo library or other prompts The update will also include a Genmoji feature which uses text prompts for users to create their own custom emojis The update will introduce new Apple Intelligence features for iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 models including Genmoji, Image Playground and ChatGPT integration for Siri. Read More EXCLUSIVE iPhone expert tests Apple Intelligence features on iOS Genmoji will allow customers to use text prompts create their own custom emoji image which will be accessible through the Messages and Notes apps . Likewise, Image Playground utilizes text descriptions, concepts and pictures from the photo library to create a cartoon illustration on their iPhone. It will also include Visual Intelligence which lets users identify what's around them by using the Camera app which will provide information about nearby stores and restaurants. The update will come with a new writing tool that offers more customization for text message and emails that will automatically generate the tone and format based on the user's prompts. Users expressed their excitement about the new features, with one person touting on X: 'Apple launch iOS 18.2. this is the huge update in iOS history!' iPhone Share or comment on this article: iPhone fans predict release date of upcoming iOS 18 update in leaks from cellular provider e-mail Add comment
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Two Republican lawmakers are focused on a skyward threat. Reps. of Texas and of Florida will conduct a hearing Tuesday to examine the full scope of threats posed to the nation’s homeland security by unmanned aerial systems — also known as UAS — or drones. The two lawmakers are the chairmen of, respectively, the House Homeland Security’s subcommittees on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement and Intelligence and on Transportation and Maritime Security. “In the wrong hands, drone technology has the potential to negatively impact the essential mission of law enforcement agencies, disrupt our critical infrastructure, and even surveil sensitive U.S. military and other sites in the homeland,” they said in a joint written statement shared with Inside the Beltway. “As these threats evolve rapidly, Congress must be prepared to meet the moment to ensure law enforcement has the necessary authorities and tools to swiftly detect, track, and mitigate hostile drone activity. We are eager to hear from FBI, DOJ, and CBP officials, as well as private sector stakeholders, to gain a deeper understanding of the emerging threats posed by the malicious use of drones in the United States and to explore how law enforcement can more effectively address these threats,” the two chairmen said. The hearing will be live-streamed on YouTube at 2 p.m. The National Republican Senatorial Committee has an innovative way to engage voters and also perhaps seek a contribution — a quiz about President-elect . “How well do you know Trump?” an introduction to the online quiz asks. “Take the official Trump quiz and see if you can get an A+,” it suggests. Meanwhile, here’s a few of the 10 questions to consider, verbatim from the quiz: What year was Trump born? What did Trump get his college degree in? What is Trump’s favorite fast food? What is Trump’s middle name? The aforementioned committee released the quiz Sunday. It was conducted by WinRed, a U.S.-based fundraising platform for Republican and conservative political campaigns. A new book has a forthright theme, and the title tells all: “Under His Wings: How Faith on the Front Lines Has Protected American Troops.” The author is , co-host of “Outnumbered” on Fox News — and her book has been named to the list of “Best Books of 2024” by BarnesandNoble.com. “In this celebration of faith and freedom, Fox News Co-Host Emily Compagno shares first person accounts that show the profound role belief in God has played in the lives of U.S. military service members as they served in combat from World War I to today — commemorating the courage, camaraderie, spirit, and sacrifice of America’s heroes,” the site said. Ms. Compagno’s book also leads the “most sold” list at amazon.com, and is ranked No. 2 at the site’s Christian books and Bibles category. The book was published by HarperCollins on Nov. 26. “President won the 2024 presidential election with an historic mandate. As the first Republican to win the popular vote in two decades, President Trump did so by stitching together the broadest, most diverse coalition in modern history,” Mr. Trump’s campaign noted in a statement released Nov. 8. Does the public agree? “Yes, President-elect Donald Trump has a mandate, most voters believe. Winning both the popular vote and the Electoral College makes the 2024 election a mandate for Donald Trump to implement his policy agenda, according to a majority of voters,” advises Rasmussen Reports in an analysis released Sunday. The national telephone and online survey found that 55% of likely U.S. voters believe the election is “a mandate for Trump to enact the policies he campaigned on. Another 32% disagree, while 13% are not sure whether the election is a mandate. The survey of 1,291 likely U.S. voters was conducted online and by telephone Dec. 1-3. Rep. , Kentucky Republican, has been cited by the 60 Plus Association, a nonpartisan senior-advocacy group, for his work on cutting seniors’ taxes. “Hats off to Congressman Tom Massie for introducing a bill to eliminate taxing senior citizens’ Social Security payments. Seniors have paid into the system their entire working lives and for many, this is the primary source of retirement income,” , chairman of the association, said in a written statement shared with Inside the Beltway. “Taxing Social Security just doesn’t make sense. We feed ’the beast’ and see billions of dollars wasted on silly programs. Let seniors keep more of their retirement income,” Mr. Anuzis said. The 60 Plus Association and the American Association of Senior Citizens — also a nonprofit group — have presented Mr. Massie with their ’Legislator of the Month’ award for his efforts. “Although seniors have already paid tax on their Social Security contributions via the payroll tax, they are still required to list these benefits as taxable income on their tax returns,” Mr. Massie said, also in a written statement. “This is simply a way for Congress to obtain more revenue for the federal government at the expense of seniors who have already paid into Social Security. My bill would exempt Social Security retirement benefits from taxation and boost the retirement income of millions of older Americans,” he noted. And here’s a little background: The Senior Citizens Tax Elimination Act was originally introduced in 2003 by Rep. , Texas Republican. Mr. Massie, meanwhile, has introduced this bill before each Congress since he took office in 2013. • 44% of registered Canadian voters say they would vote for the Conservative Party of Canada if the nation’s federal election were held today. • 21% of Canadian voters would vote for Liberal Party of Canada. • 20% would vote for the New Democratic Party. • 7% would vote for Bloc Quebecois. • 5% would vote for the Green Party. • 2% would vote for the People’s Party of Canada. • 1% are undecided. SOURCE: An Abacus Data national survey of 2,720 Canadian adults conducted online Nov. 29-Dec. 4 and released Sunday. Copyright © 2024 The Washington Times, LLC. .iPhone fans predict release date of upcoming iOS 18 update in leaks from cellular provider READ MORE: iOS 18 update causes banking issues for iPhone users By NIKKI MAIN SCIENCE REPORTER FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 21:35, 5 December 2024 | Updated: 21:48, 5 December 2024 e-mail 1 View comments Apple fans are predicting the release date for the new iOS 18.2 update after spotting a clue shared by a cellphone provider. The British mobile network, EE, recently announced that customers wouldn't be able to use their shared number service on MacBooks and iPads starting December 9. The majority of carrier updates are released alongside Apple software updates, meaning that the phone company may have indirectly revealed when iOS 18.2 will be released to all users. The information has set social media a blaze with iPhone users rejoicing about the upcoming iOS date. 'Apple is expected to release iOS 18.2 in December, possibly on Dec. 9,' a user shared on X. 'The update could feature expanded Apple Intelligence capabilities, which is what a lot of us Apple users are eagerly awaiting,' they added. The third iOS 18.2 beta test was released on November 20, which introduced Wi-Fi calling for other devices and new Apple Intelligence features. However, the company hasn't confirmed when all of it's 1.46 billion global customers would receive the update. Apple fans have guessed that the company will publicly release its iOS 18.2 software update on December 9. This is based on a phone carrier's message to its customers saying it would remove its Smart number service Last month, some Apple users had speculated that the iOS 18.2 update would be issued on December 2, but EE's message appeared to indicate a later release. 'Recently received a message from about their Smart Number service ending on 9 December,' one person wrote on X. 'Now, MacRumors suggests this could hint at the iOS 18.2 release date. Any other users seeing this as a sign? Up until now, my money was on 2nd December.' EE told its customers: 'We wanted to let you know that, from 09 December, you'll no longer be able to use your EE shared number service on MacBooks and iPads. 'Watch functionality, along with the Apple-provided iCloud number-sharing function, won’t be affected. 'We’re sorry for any inconvenience caused by this update.' Some iPhone users reported that a December 9 release date would make sense because Apple typically issues its updates on a Monday and doesn't make any new changes to its software during the holiday season. The iOS 18.2 update will include the Image Playground feature (pictured) that lets users create a cartoon-like image from pictures in their photo library or other prompts The update will also include a Genmoji feature which uses text prompts for users to create their own custom emojis The update will introduce new Apple Intelligence features for iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 models including Genmoji, Image Playground and ChatGPT integration for Siri. Read More EXCLUSIVE iPhone expert tests Apple Intelligence features on iOS Genmoji will allow customers to use text prompts create their own custom emoji image which will be accessible through the Messages and Notes apps . Likewise, Image Playground utilizes text descriptions, concepts and pictures from the photo library to create a cartoon illustration on their iPhone. It will also include Visual Intelligence which lets users identify what's around them by using the Camera app which will provide information about nearby stores and restaurants. The update will come with a new writing tool that offers more customization for text message and emails that will automatically generate the tone and format based on the user's prompts. Users expressed their excitement about the new features, with one person touting on X: 'Apple launch iOS 18.2. this is the huge update in iOS history!' iPhone Share or comment on this article: iPhone fans predict release date of upcoming iOS 18 update in leaks from cellular provider e-mail Add comment
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The F-4 Phantom was a fighter jet that entered service with the U.S. Navy in 1961 and eventually found its way to the Air Force two years later only for the Marine Corps to adopt it too. Four decades in service saw it become one of the best-selling fighter jets in U.S. history. Unfortunately, all things must come to an end, even top-performing twin-engine multi-role fighter jets. The military officially retired the Phantom in 1996. There are still a number around the world as other countries use them, though some have expressed interest in replacing their Phantoms with up-to-date fighters. As well as the Phantom performed, it's gradually become a relic. The Phantom had a number of flaws. The airframe struggled in dogfights because of the Gs and early iterations lacked a gun. However, some pilots loved the fighter, and it proved itself over and over again in combat zones. The Navy gradually replaced the Phantom with the F-14 Tomcat while the Air Force phased it out in favor of the F-15 Eagle and F-16 Falcon . The F-4 Phantom is a twin-engine multi-role fighter built with two General Electric J-79-GE-15 engines. Each power plant puts out 17,000 lbs of thrust, giving the Phantom a maximum speed of 1,473 mph (Mach 2.23) at 40,000 feet and a cruising speed of 590 mph. It might not look like much, which is what earned it several nicknames like "Double Ugly" and "Rhino," but it could keep up with most of its adversaries and contemporaries in terms of speed. But its quickness was also one of the causes for the plane's control issues. At low speeds (just below Mach 1), barely moving the stick could produce 6 Gs, whereas flying faster than Mach 2 and pulling the stick straight back barely produced two Gs. It boasted an impressive performance during its heyday, broke a number performance records, and shot down more enemy aircraft than any other fighter in the Vietnam War. In 1961, it flew 1,604 mph setting the world speed record. Although the Pentagon retired the F-4 Phantom in 1996, it has gone through a fairly unique retirement ritual that has made it useful beyond its years. While the Air Force has an arsenal of remotely-piloted drones that flies a variety of missions worldwide, it decided to grant a contract to BAE Systems convert the F-4 into a drone itself for research and development purposes. It was redesignated as the QF-4, and the remaining U.S.-owned F-4 Phantoms were overhauled into remotely-piloted aerial targets, simulating the combat maneuvers of enemy aircraft. The QF-4 could still hold a pilot but was otherwise remotely piloted. This allows the Air Force to not only test combat maneuvers with live fire, but it also gave the Air Force the opportunity to test and develop air-to-air systems. Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida and Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico were both home to the QF-4 program. As of 2016, the QF-4 retired from active duty.
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Euros return can put NI’s young stars in line for life-changing move: Jackie BurnsUND falls at Illinois State to lose a fifth-straight game for the first time since 1986(All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Sunday, Dec. 22 COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S) 1 p.m. ESPN — Illinois vs. Missouri, St. Louis SECN — Kent St. at Alabama 2 p.m. ACCN — American U. at Virginia BTN — Detroit at Wisconsin 3 p.m. ESPN — Brown at Kansas ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Oregon St. vs. Charleston, Quarterfinal, Honolulu 3:30 p.m. SECN — Charleston Southern at Georgia 4 p.m. ACCN — Rider at NC State BTN — Southern U. at Southern Cal 5:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Loyola of Chicago vs. Oakland, Quarterfinal, Honolulu 6 p.m. ACCN — LeMoyne at Notre Dame 7 p.m. FS1 — Georgetown vs. Seton Hall, Newark, N.J. 9 p.m. ESPN — Diamond Head Classic: Nebraska vs. Murray St., Quarterfinal, Honolulu 11:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Charlotte vs. Hawaii, Quarterfinal, Honolulu COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL (WOMEN’S) 3 p.m. ABC — NCAA Tournament: Louisville vs. Penn St., Championship, Louisville, Ky. GOLF 11:30 a.m. GOLF — PGA Tour: The PNC Championship, Day 2, Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Fla. 1:30 p.m. NBC — PGA Tour: The PNC Championship, Day 2, Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Fla. HORSE RACING 3 p.m. FS1 — NYRA: America’s Day at the Races NBA G-LEAGUE BASKETBALL 10:30 a.m. NBATV — Winter Showcase: Indiana vs. Texas, Orlando, Fla. 1 p.m. NBATV — Winter Showcase: College Park vs. Osceola, Orlando, Fla. 7:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Winter Showcase: TBD, Championship, Orlando, Fla. NFL FOOTBALL 1 p.m. CBS — Regional Coverage: Tennessee at Indianapolis, L.A. Rams at N.Y. Jets, Cleveland at Cincinnati FOX — Regional Coverage: N.Y. Giants at Atlanta, Detroit at Chicago, Philadelphia at Washington, Arizona at Carolina 4:05 p.m. FOX — Minnesota at Seattle 4:25 p.m. CBS — Regional Coverage: New England at Buffalo, Jacksonville at Las Vegas, San Francisco at Miami 8:20 p.m. NBC — Tampa Bay at Dallas PEACOCK — Tampa Bay at Dallas NHL HOCKEY 12:30 p.m. NHLN — Carolina at N.Y. Rangers 8 p.m. NHLN — Seattle at Colorado SNOWBOARDING 4:30 p.m. NBC — FIS: World Cup, Copper Mountain, Colo. SOCCER (MEN’S) 8:35 a.m. FS2 — The French Cup: Olympique de Marseille at AS Saint-Étienne, Round of 64 9 a.m. USA — Premier League: Chelsea at Everton 11:30 a.m. USA — Premier League: Liverpool at Tottenham Hotspur Noon CBSSN — Serie A: Empoli at Atalanta 2:50 p.m. FS2 — The French Cup: Paris Saint-Germain at RC Lens, Round of 64 TENNIS 11 a.m. TENNIS — Next Gen ATP Finals: Final The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive TV listings provided by LiveSportsOnTV .