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Apple Cash will offer virtual card numbers for online shopping
Apple Cash may soon offer a "virtual card number" in the iOS 17.4 beta that can be used to shop online where Apple Pay isn't available, according to a Reddit post spotted by 9to5Mac. The new feature promises a new security code for every transaction and the number can be accessed in Safari's Autofill for easy use.
In the beta, Apple Cash users are prompted to "set up virtual card number." Once that's done, you can see it via the settings menu, including the card number, expiration date and security code. The number is separate from the one used for Apple Pay transactions and can be changed, according to 9to5Mac.
As a reminder, Apple Cash is similar to a debit card, allowing you to send and receive money via Apple Pay and the Message app. Funds can be stored and it can be linked to a bank account or other debit card to transfer money back and forth. Apple Pay cashback earnings are paid off as Apple Cash, and funds can be used to pay off Apple Pay balances.
Apple Cash used to be operated on the Discover Network, but Apple switched over to Visa back in 2022. Until now, though, Apple Cash has had no card number, so using it online was a non-starter. Apple says 15 percent of retailers still don't accept Apple Pay — so with the virtual card number, you might be able to pay with Apple Cash on those sites. The feature is still in beta on iOS 17.4, which is supposed to arrive in March.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apple-cash-will-offer-virtual-card-numbers-for-online-shopping-123508385.html?src=rss
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What is Virtual RAM in a phone? Is it beneficial?
The Virtual RAM feature has gained a lot of popularity in recent times. We explain everything that you need to know about this tech.
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This wild new display puts a gargantuan 120-inch virtual monitor on your desk
At CES 2022, we got a sneak peek at an amazing new immersive monitor from MIT spinoff Brelyon. Could this be the future of display tech?
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Walk the Great Wall of China in Google’s latest virtual tour
Check out Google’s latest virtual tour that lets you walk China’s Great Wall and also offers lots of interesting information on the famous structure.
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It’s official – Samsung will announce the Galaxy Note 20 on August 5th during a virtual Unpacked event
After weeks of speculation and then a general acceptance that August 5th was the date, Samsung has finally confirmed that it is indeed the day that it will launch the Galaxy Note 20, and perhaps a couple of other phones such as the Galaxy Z Flip 5G and maybe the Galaxy Z Fold 2. Thanks […]
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We hosted a virtual Iftar this Ramadan on YouTube, bringing together a global community
Like millions of families around the world, my family and I have been breaking our fast this Ramadan in the safety of our own home in the sunny city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — something I am very grateful for. Although I love my family, and I am thankful to have them here with me this Ramadan, something was still missing.
So I reached out to a few of my friends (Omar Hussein, Noor Stars, the Saudi Reporters, Asrar Aref, and the Anasala Family) and asked them if they wanted to come over for Iftar, and to bring millions of their friends with them.
On Tuesday, May 19, we decided to break our fast together at 6:32 p.m. — sunset in Saudi Arabia. We played games, showed-off our cooking skills, and finally broke our fast along with thousands of people who joined us from across the country and beyond.
What’s incredible is that people all around the world have been trying to find innovative ways to create that sense of togetherness during the holy month while staying safe. Earlier this month, creators in Indonesia came together and hosted a virtual Iftar, bringing together people from all over the country. Also next week, on May 26 at 8 p.m. EEST, Arab popstar Nancy Ajram is going to host a special Eid celebration concert on her YouTube channel.
I am proud I got to be part of this incredible experience that showed the world the power of YouTube and the creator community. Bringing this many people together during this difficult time is truly rewarding.
From all of us, we wish you a Ramadan Kareem and a blessed Eid ahead.
Mohamed Moshaya, YouTube Creator based in Saudi Arabia
Samsung’s S-Voice virtual assistant on its way to the graveyard
We’re all familiar with Bixby today, but what was essentially Samsung’s first virtual assistant was S-Voice. It first launched alongside the Galaxy S3 in 2012, but now Samsung says this antiquated software is on its way to the grave. S-Voice has existed on most Samsung handsets from 2012 to at least 2017, before Samsung’s new […]
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OnePlus updates its Zen Mode app with 21-day challenge and new virtual rewards
With smartphones having become an extension of our arms, it should come as no surprise that we have become addicted to these small-screened dictators, picking it up with every buzz or beep that it makes. Since having your eyes glued to your phone makes you pay less attention to people and things around you, and […]
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Supercomputer creates millions of virtual universes
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Fable’s ‘Wolves in the Walls’ VR is about more than virtual reality
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Cartoon Network will livestream virtual ‘Minecraft’ convention
It's almost time for Minecon — an annual convention exclusively for Minecraft — and like last year, you can watch the whole event from the comfort of your living room. Cartoon Network will broadcast the 90-minute event on its YouTube channel (which…
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Tesla will create ‘virtual power plant’ with 50,000 Australian homes
Tesla isn't done bolstering Australia's power grid just because its giant battery farm is up and running. South Australia premier Jay Weatherill has unveiled a partnership that will provide 5kW solar panels and Tesla Powerwall 2 batteries to "at lea…
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Vive Focus pegged as HTC’s standalone Daydream virtual reality headset
The HTC Vive was a virtual reality collaboration project between Valve and HTC. It’s expensive, though, running $ 599 even after the most recent price cut. It also doesn’t work without a beefy computer rig to actually handle the heavy lifting. The next big development in VR, therefore, should be a headset that doesn’t need a […]
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Your Samsung Galaxy S8 now works with the Daydream View for all things virtual reality
The 2017 flagship from Samsung finally works with Daydream, which is Google’s virtual reality platform. Move over, Oculus. Samsung is partnering with someone else to serve up immersive content on its phones. The plan to add the Galaxy S8 to the Daydream-ready family was put into motion at Google I/O 2017 in May. Now it’s […]
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[TA Deals] Keep your resume diversified after using the Virtual Training Company (96% off)
On Talk Android Deals you can gain access to thousands of courses to diversify your resume. Here’s what you get from the library of the Virtual Training Company: Get lifetime access to 1,026 courses on any topic available at the time of purchase Learn from industry experts in their respective fields Download work files to […]
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Virtual reality could help elderly people avoid potentially fatal falls
Researchers have been investigating whether VR tech could be used to help prevent falls among the elderly and people with neurodegenerative conditions. Here’s what they’re busy planning.
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Here are the flat-out craziest virtual reality demos we saw at Mobile World Congress
You might not necessarily think of virtual reality as phone tech, but it nonetheless was out in full force at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. We sought out the best the show had to offer.
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Virtual reality content startup Jaunt lands on PlayStation VR
The PlayStation VR just got some additional content via the recently announced app launch by Jaunt. The platform will have instant access to 150 cinematic titles from the startup. The app includes videos like the award-winning animation Invasion, CBS…
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Alexa, shush! A cute, holographic virtual girl lives inside Japan’s answer to the Echo
Be quiet, Alexa! Stop talking, Siri! A new virtual assistant is about to launch in Japan, and her name is Azuma Hikari. She’s not just a disembodied voice either, she’s a holographic-style virtual character living inside an Amazon Echo-like gadget called the Gatebox.
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How the UN thinks virtual reality could not only build empathy, but catalyze change, too
Technology is hoping to turn empathy into action. Or at least, the United Nations is hoping to do so. The intergovernmental organization is 71 at this point, but it’s constantly finding new ways to better the world’s citizenry.
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Xiaomi announces the Mi VR Play, a virtual reality headset for your smartphone
Xiaomi’s taken the wraps off the Mi VR Play, a smartphone-powered headset made of stretchable Lycra material. It’s available to select “beta testers” now, with general availability to follow in the future.
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Yahoo targets teens with news, weather, and virtual pet bots for Kik messaging app
Yahoo has launched its first range of bots for the Kik messaging app. Aside from bringing its existing news and weather services to the app, it has also created an original, playful virtual pet monkey bot that can be fed food emojis.
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Samsung shows off 4K screens for virtual reality displays
4K displays in a virtual reality headset might happen sooner than you think. Samsung has shown off an ultra HD screen that’s intended to be used in VR applications, which should offer a considerable bump in quality and pixels over what we’re using in headsets right now. The display itself was a 5.5-inch screen with […]
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You can now go shopping inside a virtual reality department store
Say hello to what eBay is calling the world’s first virtual reality department store, which allows eager customers to browse through collections like clothing, electronics, and home goods as though you were actually, well, in the store.
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Facebook wants us to take VR selfies with virtual selfie sticks
When Facebook bought Oculus two years ago, many thought the combination was odd. Facebook is a social network, while Oculus makes virtual reality headsets. The two didn't seem to go together. Well, at F8, Facebook's Developer Conference, we might hav…
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11 incredible headsets that are making the virtual a reality
There’s a wave of new entries in the virtual reality race. Could the long-awaited promise of VR finally be here? We take a look at the most promising headsets currently available, or on the horizon.
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BlackBerry adds new ‘Virtual Expert’ app to the Play Store
BlackBerry Virtual Expert is a new app available on the Play Store for BlackBerry Priv owners. The purpose of the app is to perform a diagnostic test of a variety of functions to make sure all parts are working properly.
The BlackBerry Virtual Expert will perform a scan that tests parts such as the camera, display, keyboard, touchscreen, speakers, microphones, and a variety of other sensors. At the conclusion of the test, the app will provide you with feedback that highlights any parts that aren’t properly functioning. If something fails, BlackBerry will supply you with details on how to contact your carrier’s customer care center so that you can get that part checked out.
With this app, BlackBerry has made it easier for people to diagnose their Priv unit if it has any sort of issue. BlackBerry says that the app should be able to find what’s wrong with your particular Priv unit in a timely manner. Let’s hope that BlackBerry brings this app to more Android devices in the near future.
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Rock Band VR will let fans play to virtual crowds on Oculus Rift in 2016
Harmonix and Oculus announce they’ve teamed up to create, Rock Band VR a virtual reality adaptation of the Rock Band music game series.
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[TA Deals] Save 30% on the Homido virtual reality headset
Virtual reality has slowly been on the rise in recent years, but now it seems to finally have become mainstream. Brands big and small are attempting to get a headset on your face, allowing you to watch video and play games in an immersive way. The pricing of capable headsets, though, is pretty high if you want to get one of good quality. But we are currently offering the Homido virtual reality headset on Talk Android Deals with savings that make it a worthwhile consideration.
Here’s what you need to know about the Homido:
- Screen size compatibility
- Greater than 4 inches
- Less than 5.7 inches
- Screen resolution support
- Optimal: Full HD (1920×1080) or higher
- Compatible: HD (1280×720)
- Limited: 800×480
- Operating system support
- Optimal: Android, iOS
- Compatible/Limited: Windows Phone
Forget about paying the usual $ 100 price for the Homido because we’ve knocked 30% from that price. So you can bring home an impressive virtual reality headset for less than $ 70 with free shipping. Included with the Homido is one pair of lenses, three pairs of lens holders for different sights, a soft case for storing, and a strap. You’re getting everything you need to immerse yourself in 360-degree experiences. Upon ordering, you can expect your Homido virtual reality headset to be delivered November 13-20.
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YouTube presses play on virtual reality
If we’ve learned anything in the past 10+ years at YouTube it’s that capturing and sharing videos is a great way to bring people there with you—whether “there” is an Icelandic glacier, a special performance by violinist Tim Fain, or just a friend’s birthday party.
Virtual reality (VR) makes the experience of being there even more awesome and immersive, so today we’re bringing two new VR features to YouTube’s Android app. All you need is your current phone, and a Google Cardboard viewer.
First, YouTube now supports VR video—a brand new kind of video that makes you feel like you’re actually there. Using the same tricks that we humans use to see the world, VR video gives you a sense of depth as you look around in every direction. Near things look near, far things look far. So if you were excited about 360° videos, this is pretty freakin’ cool.
To give it a try just find a VR video on YouTube—like the Hunger Games Experience or TOMS Shoes Giving Trip—tap the new Cardboard icon, drop your phone into your Cardboard viewer, and you’re off! If you’re a creator, you can also check out technologies like Jump to capture and share your own VR videos.
Our second bit of news is for the universe of existing YouTube content. And that’s the fact that you can now watch any video using Google Cardboard, and experience a kind of virtual movie theater. Just select the new “Cardboard” option from the watch page menu, drop your phone into your viewer, and you’re done. You’ll now have the largest VR content library right at your fingertips.
Both of today’s updates make it easier to be there. In some cases, really there there. So download the new YouTube app from Google Play, and get going.
Kurt Wilms, Senior Product Manager, YouTube VR recently watched “Waves of Grace”, Sanjeev Verma, YouTube Product Manager, recently watched “LA Phil: The Orchestra VR Video Experience” and Husain Bengali, Product Manager, Jump recently watched “Apollo 11 moon landing.
How Netflix works in virtual reality, and why it’s not HD
It's true, the Netflix VR app is ready for your compatible* Samsung phone and Gear VR headset (if you don't see it, try uninstalling and reinstalling the Oculus app), and has a virtual living room for you to chill in. Oculus CTO John Carmack worked…
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Chaplain services make virtual house calls, offer spiritual guidance via Skype
With the rise of telemedicine and other remote medical services, it was only a matter of time before someone decided that counseling would need to go digital. Now, patients can seek spiritual guidance by way of Skype,
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