While Apple was still in the mid-cycle of testing macOS Sequoia, the company decided to seed macOS 15.1 beta to developers to start testing the new Apple Intelligence platform. With several AI features expected, Apple will only offer one with this first beta: Writing Tools: Users can rewrite, proofread, and summarize text nearly everywhere they write, including Mail, Notes, Pages, and third-party apps. Developers will have to join a waitlist to try the new writing tool features. In upcoming betas, Apple will release the following functions: Image Playground: Users can create playful images in seconds, choosing from Animation, Illustration, or Sketch. This app is built right into apps like Messages and is also available in a dedicated app; Genmoji: With this function, iPhone users will use AI to generate new emoji characters based on text input, such as “T-rex wearing a tutu on a surfboard.” Learn more about it here; Memories in Photos: Users can create stories they want to see just by typing a description. Apple Intelligence will pick out the best photos and videos based on the description, craft a storyline with chapters based on themes identified from the photos, and arrange them into a movie with its own narrative arc; Clean Up tool: This Photos app feature can identify and remove distracting objects in the background of a photo without accidentally altering the subject; Siri: Users type to Siri and switch between text and voice to communicate with Siri in whatever way feels right for the moment. Apple says Apple Intelligence will continue in beta even after macOS 15.1 becomes available to all users. In addition, more features will be added with time, such as a revamped Siri that can understand context. Mac developers with an M1 Mac or newer can take advantage of Apple Intelligence. This build won't appear for Intel-based Macs. It's unclear if Apple will keep releasing macOS Sequoia 15.0 and macOS 15.1 testing versions or ultimately scrap macOS 15.0 and release a slightly later version 15.1. Alongside this new beta build, Apple also seeded iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 to developers. Don't Miss: macOS Sequoia 15: Features, Apple Intelligence, download, beta, Mac compatibility The post macOS 15.1 beta 1 now available to developers with Apple Intelligence appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Wednesday’s top Prime Day deals: Ninja blenders, laptops, Apple Watches, Crest Whitestrips, Oura Ring, more Stunning Yaber T2 Outdoor Projector has a massive 20% discount Today’s deals: $299 Apple Watch S9, $29 Thermacell mosquito repellent, $99 TP-Link WiFi 7 router, more Best deals: Tech, laptops, TVs, and more sales

Apple Intelligence is finally available to iPhone, iPad, and Mac users. Currently in beta, the only way to try Apple's artificial intelligence features is in the developer's betas of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS 15.1. Here's everything you need to know about Apple AI. Requirements to try Apple Intelligence Apple has several restrictions for those wanting to try Apple Intelligence for the first time: Device limitation: Apple Intelligence is only available on the following devices: iPhone: iPhone 15 Pro or newer iPad: M1 iPad Air, M1 iPad Pro, or newer Mac: M1 Mac or newer Region and language restriction: To try AI for the first time, your device's region, language, and Siri must be set to United States and American English. Software limitation: You must be running the iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, or macOS 15.1 developer's beta, as it's unclear if a public beta will be available anytime soon. Lastly, Apple Intelligence is not available in the EU or China at the moment. How to join the Apple Intelligence waitlist Image source: José Adorno for BGR After meeting the criteria above, there's another extra step to start trying this new feature on your Apple device. You need to join a waitlist: After you download the iOS 18.1 beta, open the Settings app Search for Apple Intelligence & Siri Tap "Join waitlist" You'll be notified once you can start using Apple Intelligence on your device. After you're in, Apple will download its models to your phone, tablet, or computer. Apple Intelligence features As of iOS 18.1 beta 1, only one of the main Apple Intelligence features is available: Writing Tools: Users can rewrite, proofread, and summarize text nearly everywhere they write, including Mail, Notes, Pages, and third-party apps To use Writing Tools, select a section of text and tap "Writing Tools." Then, you can proofread, rewrite, or summarize whatever you've selected. Other features will be made available in upcoming betas. This is what you can expect in future versions: Image Playground: Users can create playful images in seconds, choosing from Animation, Illustration, or Sketch. This app is built right into apps like Messages and is also available in a dedicated app; Genmoji: With this feature, iPhone users will use AI to generate new emoji characters based on text input, such as “T-rex wearing a tutu on a surfboard.” Learn more about it here; Memories in Photos: Users can create stories they want to see just by typing a description. Apple Intelligence will pick out the best photos and videos based on the description, craft a storyline with chapters based on themes identified from the photos, and arrange them into a movie with its own narrative arc; Clean Up tool: This Photos app feature can identify and remove distracting objects in the background of a photo without accidentally altering the subject; Siri: Switch between text and voice to communicate with Siri. Wrap up Are you excited to try the new Apple Intelligence features? BGR will update this article as we learn more about the personal intelligence system. Don't Miss: iOS 18: Features, release date, beta, download, Apple Intelligence The post How to use Apple Intelligence on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals All the best leftover Prime Day deals you can shop on Friday and this weekend This Blink camera sale has the best smart home deals of Prime Day Best Apple Watch deals for July 2024 Stunning Yaber T2 Outdoor Projector has a massive 20% discount

In the town of Corinaldo in Italy’s Ancona, archaeologists conducting excavations in the Nevola necropolis found a significant archaeological burial, belonging to an elite member of the Picene (Picentes) culture. Dating back to the 7th century BC, the discovery features a grand princely tomb, which has yielded over 150 artifacts. Amongst the artifacts, the highlights include a two-wheeled chariot and an impressive collection of bronze items. Analysis of the Artifacts: The Picene Aristocracy and Etruscan Culture Excavations uncovered a substantial square pit, approximately 3.80 by 2.20 meters (12.5 x 7.2 feet), enclosed within a large circular ditch with an original diameter of 30 meters (98.4 feet). Among the assortment of bronze items that were placed around the chariot were a helmet, a cauldron, and several intricately decorated containers, reflecting the aristocratic lifestyle of the era. Clash of Titans: The Roman-Etruscan Wars of Ancient Italy Tarchon and Tyrrhenus: The Etruscan Romulus and Remus? Bronze cauldron, amongst many other bronze items in the burial. (University of Bologna/ Città di Corinaldo) Read moreSection: ArtifactsAncient TechnologyNewsHistory & ArchaeologyRead Later 

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