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Apple stopped signing iOS 16.1.2 as iOS 16.2 has been available for a week now

With iOS 16.2 now available, Apple stopped signing iOS 16.1.2. With that, you can no longer downgrade to older iOS 16 build versions – but if you are experiencing any bug or unreliability, an iOS 15 version is still available. If you don’t recall, with iOS 16.1, Apple made available several new features that should have been released alongside iOS 16 in September. For example, the long-awaited iCloud Shared Photo Library, which lets you and your friends/family members share photos automatically in an iCloud…

Here’s what USC football fans need to know for early signing day

Rodrick Pleasant, center(Steve Galluzzo / For The Times) USC is well on its way to signing the most dynamic collection of offensive talent in the nation in its 2023 class, but it’s on defense where the Trojans most desperately need reinforcements. USC might not get all the help it desires on the recruiting trail. The Trojans need as much talent as they can get on all three levels of their defense. But in this class, they have just three defensive commits ranked in the top 400. Friendswood (Texas) edge…

James Cameron Swears and Flips the Bird at Fans Who Boo Him for Not Signing Autographs

He’s just made one of the most expensive films ever made, but James Cameron doesn’t want anyone else cashing in on his brilliance if his brutal refusal to sign autographs is anything to go by. The 190-minute-long Avatar: The Way of Water has had its first weekend and the hype has been met, if not exceeded, by mostly positive reviews. Even the biggest critics of Cameron still gave immense plaudits to his direction and madman-like vision for his world of blue-cat people. However, at his core, Cameron is still a slightly…

Air India on Verge of Signing Deal for 150 Boeing 737 Max Jets

Air India is close to signing an order with Boeing Co to acquire up to 150 737 Max jets, the Economic Times newspaper reported on Saturday, citing sources.Tata Group-owned Air India’s chief executive in November said that the airline was in talks with Boeing and Airbus about ordering new aircraft and was meeting its immediate needs by leasing planes and repairing grounded aircraft.Also Read: Long-Haul Flights Facing Delay Issues With Airport Entry Passes: Air IndiaThe Indian carrier will likely place a firm order for 50…

Stephen King, Neil Gaiman And More Share Funny Stories Of Failed Promo Appearances To Comfort Author After 2 People Came To Her Signing

Sitting down and writing a book tends to be the hardest part for many authors, but the art of publishing said book and promoting it isn't something many speak about. It can be difficult to connect with readers as authors travel from state to state and city to city to promote their books. Unfortunately, this can lead to a less-than-stellar reception from the reading public. While readers might think that only happens to lesser-known writers, even celebrated writers have experienced failed promotional appearances, as…

When No One Turns Up To Neil Gaiman Or Stephen King’s Book Signing

| I have only done one book signing in my life, for the release of the Royal Wedding comic books that I wrote. Held at Forbidden Planet in London, I was under no illusion that anyone was actually there to see me. But this week, social media was gripped with the story of one Chelsea Manning who did not have the book signing she was hoping for. She tweeted "Only 2 people came to my author signing yesterday, so I was pretty bummed about it. Especially as 37 people responded "going" to the event. Kind of upset, honestly, and…

When Sigourney Weaver was tricked into signing Aliens sequel by James Cameron | Hollywood

Trust James Cameron to go beyond his way to ensure he gets what he wants. When Sigourney Weaver's Ellen Ripley was almost out from the sequel to Aliens, the director had to lie to Arnold Schwarzenegger’s agent to get the actor to sign for the sequel. (Also read: When Leonardo DiCaprio almost lost Titanic as he refused screen test, James Cameron recalls what happened)When James Cameron co-wrote the sequel to Ridley Scott’s Aliens with Walter Hill and David Giler, he safely assumed that Sigourney Weaver was attached to the…

How signing a waiver in human rights cases favors the powerful

Non-disclosure agreements favour powerful corporations who are able to limit reputational damage while also escaping accountability. Credit: Shutterstock One of the main advantages of signing a waiver is the finality that it brings to what could potentially be protracted legal proceedings. On one side, you have a powerful individual

Twitter blocks new accounts from signing up to its $8 Blue subscription

Twitter has altered the rules for its $8 Blue subscription service to prevent new accounts from getting a blue checkmark. Yesterday evening, the company edited the service's help page to add that accounts created on or after November 9th, 2022 "will be unable to subscribe to Twitter Blue at this time." The website also added that Twitter Blue is only available on iOS for users in the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the UK, with plans to expand in the future.  While Twitter didn't explain why it's putting the…