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Meta is offering small businesses a new way to boost posts without having to pay a 30% service charge to Apple. Starting later this month, advertisers will be able to use Facebook and Instagram directly on desktop and mobile to access all the features available in the iOS apps for boosting content without paying Apple.Why we care. This solution could prove hugely beneficial to small businesses as they can now boost posts without having to pay a charge, saving them money. What is the Apple service charge?…

 Meta Platforms Inc. released new guidelines for small businesses that advertise on Facebook and Instagram, aiming to help them get around fees imposed by Apple Inc. Meta is advising the companies to buy ads through a web browser, rather than on the Facebook or Instagram iOS apps, according to guidance released Thursday. That will help them avoid an Apple commission that Meta said would take effect this month.  Apple's new policy requires advertisers to make an in-app purchase whenever they pay to “boost” social media…

Keeping our devices and data protected against cyber threats is a constant battle, and it shows no signs of slowing down in 2024. New research from security companies such as Norton, Avast and Gen have uncovered the biggest predicted risks in the year ahead, as well as some tools and techniques to counter them. The threats include potential AI risks, malware that can be bought ‘off the shelf’ by cybercriminals, as well as new email scams that can trick you into revealing valuable information. To ensure you don’t…

Luke Larsen / Digital Trends If you’re thinking about buying a new MacBook but you want to get the best value for your money, you should avoid the Apple MacBook Air M1 with 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD for its because you can currently get the 13.6-inch model of the Apple MacBook Air M2 with the same RAM and storage for $949 from Best Buy, following a $150 discount on its original price of $1,099. So that’s better performance, from an upgraded processor, for less money. Why you should buy the…

A study indicates that consuming energy drinks is linked to poor sleep and insomnia among college students, with more frequent consumption leading to greater sleep disturbances. Reducing energy drink intake could improve sleep quality in this demographic.The more frequently they consume, the less sleep they get each night. However, even occasional consumption is associated with an increased risk of sleep disturbances.Consuming energy drinks is associated with lower sleep quality and insomnia in college students, according…

Microsoft Surface Go 2   Cliff Joseph/ZDNETDeadlines have a way of sneaking up on you. If you've got an old PC running Windows 10, the deadline you have to keep in mind is the end-of-support date for that operating system: October 14, 2025.Unless you're willing to pay Microsoft, that's the day your old PC will stop receiving security updates. And because it's old, it also doesn't qualify to upgrade to Windows 11 (although there are ways around that).Also: How to screen record in Windows 10 or Windows 11For some of…

June Wan/ZDNETApple's Vision Pro headset .3. Don't forget your passcode, or else...June Wan/ZDNETA numeric passcode is required every time you put on the Vision Pro, and if you ever forget what that is, the fix is far from ideal, if at all. At the moment, users who have been locked out of their Vision Pro must either bring the device to a store or mail it to AppleCare customer support to erase all the data and reset it, finds Bloomberg.Also: The best password managers right nowThat's a departure from the…

Apple Vision Pro has been available for a week now. Apple’s first spatial computer is surely generating a ton of interest. More recently, an early adopter showed the ultimate workstation with Vision Pro – and it’s great. That’s just one example of how innovative the Apple Vision Pro is.Still, since we’re all taking the first steps with spatial computing, there are a few mistakes you should avoid to help improve your experience with Apple Vision Pro. Here they are:You’re probably holding it wrongApple Vision Pro…

WhatsApp is one of the most used apps in various parts of the world as it helps users stay connected with their friends and family. Now, the app is also being used for business purposes as its features have expanded over time. However, there have been several cases of WhatsApp scams that not only manipulate people but also hack their devices to commit crimes. Shockingly, WhatsApp users have now become a soft target for scammers to trick and steal their money or even blackmail them. To stay aware and avoid getting trapped…

A numeric passcode is required every time you put on the Vision Pro, and if you ever forget what that is, the fix is far from ideal, if at all. At the moment, users who have been locked out of their Vision Pro must either bring the device to a store or mail it to AppleCare customer support to erase all the data and reset it, finds Bloomberg.Also: The best password managers right nowThat's a departure from the security processes of other Apple products, such as the iPhone, which supports recovery mode when plugged into a…