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Mais franquias de consoles e PCs estão chegando ao mobile, diz chefe da App Store

19 October 2026 at 17:34

Em entrevista ao Polygon, o vice-presidente da App Store, Carson Oliver, comentou o Apple Arcade e a relação da Maçã com os desenvolvedores de jogos independentes.

As declarações ocorreram em meio à Indie Games Week, evento que deu destaque a alguns títulos de sucesso disponíveis para os dispositivos da Apple, como Sifu, Vampire Crawlers e No Man’s Sky.

A matéria avalia que a investida da Apple no mercado de videogames ao longo da última década foi consistente o suficiente para conquistar de fato o público gamer. Oliver, vale lembrar, assumiu a liderança da loja de aplicativos do ecossistema da Apple, após Phil Schiller deixar o posto em agosto.

O executivo falou sobre os esforços da empresa no segmento, que, segundo ele, vão além da distribuição, e ressaltou a chegada de títulos AAA ao ecossistema:

O que está acelerando esse movimento hoje é a tecnologia que impulsiona esse ecossistema. Apoiamos os desenvolvedores na App Store com muito mais do que distribuição. Continuamos investindo pesadamente em gaming: de novas tecnologias de hardware que entregam o mais alto desempenho sustentado, como o ray tracing acelerado por hardware do A20 Pro e a câmara de vapor de última geração no iPhone 18 Pro; a ferramentas de desenvolvimento, como o Game Porting Toolkit 4, o Metal e os nossos plugins de código aberto da Unity.

Temos observado o crescimento no número de jogos que chegam à App Store, em geral, com mais títulos premium este ano do que no anterior. […] Enquanto muitos são indies, nós estamos vendo mais franquias de consoles e PC chegando ao mobile, já que é um público em expansão para esses jogos.

O executivo também falou sobre a relação da Apple com os desenvolvedores independentes, além de destacar as diferentes formas de levar os jogos a Macs, iPhones e iPads:

Desde o primeiro dia, a App Store foi pensada para equilibrar as condições de descoberta e distribuição, de modo que um título indie possa se equiparar às maiores franquias do entretenimento. […]

Nós queremos dar aos desenvolvedores um ambiente confiável para alcançar usuários ao redor do mundo, dar-lhes suporte em cada passo e ajudá-los a construir negócios bem-sucedidos. […] Para atingir esses objetivos, nós oferecemos modelos de negócio flexíveis. Isso significa que um fenômeno inovador como Balatro pode prosperar como um jogo premium, e também pode encontrar um espaço no serviço Apple Arcade. O importante é que damos aos desenvolvedores a flexibilidade para fazer a melhor escolha e, a todos os jogos e jogadores, a liberdade de jogar como quiserem.

O Apple Arcade conta com mais de 200 títulos no acervo (livres de propagandas ou compras internas), os quais podem ser acessados por até cinco membros de um Compartilhamento Familiar em iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple TVs e/ou Apple Vision Pros. O serviço de jogos custa R$14,90 por mês e também faz parte do pacote de assinaturas da empresa, o Apple One.

NOTA DE TRANSPARÊNCIA: O MacMagazine recebe uma pequena comissão sobre vendas concluídas por meio de links deste post, mas você, como consumidor, não paga nada a mais pelos produtos/serviços ao usar os nossos links de afiliado.

MacVoices #26260: AppleCare One Family Plan Calculus and Demand for CarPlay Wins

By: Chuck
18 September 2026 at 17:20
The MacVoices Live! panel  explores some of the useful new macOS Golden Gate features, including AI-assisted Shortcuts and improved iPhone Mirroring. They debate the emerging iPhone Duo and foldable-phone market and why one would prefer to give the new foldable a try. The value of AppleCare’s new family coverage plan is also reviewed for with households with many devices, and as an option for an individual. T-Mobile’s fee for iPhone Handoff, and GM’s decision to retain CarPlay in gas-powered vehicles wrap up this session. 

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Lenovo Yoga Tab : cette tablette avec Tab Pen Pro qui mise sur la productivité passe sous les 535 € sur Amazon

22 September 2026 at 15:00
La Lenovo Yoga Tab associe un écran 11,1 pouces 3,2K à une configuration haut de gamme et s’accompagne ici du Lenovo Tab Pen Pro. Une offre Amazon permet actuellement de profiter d’une remise sur cet ensemble aux personnes disposant d’un compte Amazon Prime actif.

Honor Pad 10 : cette tablette performante avec Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 passe sous les 250 €

22 September 2026 at 14:00
Avec son écran de 12,1 pouces, ses 8 Go de RAM et sa prise en charge d’Android, la Honor Pad 10 offre un rapport qualité-prix attractif. En ce moment, elle s’affiche avec une double remise sur AliExpress permettant de se l’offrir pour moins de 260 €. Il faut cependant tenir compte du fait qu’il...

A Pompeii-Like Eruption Buried This Landscape 22 Million Years Ago—Scientists Just Discovered What Lies Beneath

16 September 2026 at 15:06

The Americas experienced their own Vesuvius-style volcanic eruption 21.9 million years ago, devastating a portion of Chile worse than Pompeii.

A new study in Science Advances highlights the work of University College London Earth Sciences researchers analyzing a mountain of ancient volcanic rock covering an area six times the size of the Chilean capital, Santiago. 

The Lauca Caldera erupted to cover the area in molten ignimbrite rock up to a kilometer deep. That ancient volcanic hellscape buried the region’s terrain but, ironically, preserved it from typical erosion, providing important clues for modern climate researchers.

Modeling Volcanic Activity

“This landscape was buried by a giant volcanic eruption – a little like Pompeii, but on a vastly larger scale,” said lead author Dr Byron Adams, based at UCL Earth Sciences. “Instead of covering a town, hot mixtures of volcanic ash, rock fragments, and gas swept across an entire landscape, engulfing the terrain beneath them.”

Using detailed computer models, the UCL Earth Sciences team produced hundreds of possible landscapes to explore what the region may have once looked like. Detailed data on how rivers cut through landscapes to form mountain ranges informed predictions of what lies beneath the massive ignimbrite deposits. The researchers concluded that a low-relief landscape, such as foothills, most likely existed there at the time.

“Pompeii shows how volcanic eruptions can freeze a moment in human history. This study shows that much larger eruptions can also freeze moments in Earth history, burying whole landscapes beneath volcanic deposits and preserving clues to how mountains were being built before the eruption,” Adams said.

“We cannot dig down to see the buried landscape, but we can use the shape of the volcanic blanket and what we know about how rivers shape mountains to infer what is hidden beneath it.”

The Volcanic Andes

The findings indicate that this portion of the Andes, the world’s longest continental mountain range, rose very slowly, by only about an inch per century. At a faster rate, the landscape beneath the volcanic deposits would not fit the researchers’ models, and the slopes would have been much steeper.

The work provides new evidence in a longstanding debate among geologists over whether the Andes rose rapidly in the last few million years or developed more gradually over a much longer period. Earlier mineral analyses of the Andean range produced similar estimates based on records of temperature changes preserved in the rocks as they cooled while moving toward the planet’s surface.

“This approach gives us a new way to look back at Earth’s history. Current methods to estimate the speed at which mountains build look at chemical ‘clocks’ in the rock, but these are limited to specific moments in time. Our method can estimate rock uplift over a much longer period,” Dr. Adams said. “In this case, we estimate it would have taken millions of years to produce the subdued landscape we infer prior to the eruption.”

Other mountain ranges around the world, such as the Himalayas, can move even faster, rising several millimeters or even centimeters each year.

Climate Implications

While the team’s work covers only the middle of the Andes’ history, it still provides interesting support for the slow-movement hypothesis. For years, researchers have worked to understand how the Andes developed, as they strongly influence global and regional climate. 

By better understanding the Andes, climatologists have a more complete data set to piece together the complex problem of global climate change.

“What’s particularly exciting about this study is that it gives us a new way of piecing together that history, concluded co-author Dr Frances Cooper, also based at UCL Earth Sciences. “The same approach could be applied to volcanic deposits elsewhere in the world, helping us reconstruct landscapes buried for millions of years.”

The paper, “Landscapes Buried Beneath Large-Volume Ignimbrites Reveal Preeruptive Uplift Rates,” appeared in Science Advances on September 11, 2026.

Ryan Whalen covers science and technology for The Debrief. He holds an MA in History and a Master of Library and Information Science with a certificate in Data Science. He can be contacted at ryan@thedebrief.org, and follow him on Twitter @mdntwvlf.

Está à procura da Inteligência Artificial no iOS 27? Siri AI não é para todos

16 September 2026 at 14:19

Ausente no lançamento na Europa por incompatibilidade regulatória, a nova Siri AI continua a confundir os utilizadores que fizeram o upgrade para o iOS 27, fora do território europeu.

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Enel Mobile debutta col botto: 150 GB in 5G gratis ai clienti gas e luce!

16 September 2026 at 12:40

Era questione di giorni, lo avevamo scritto, ma in pochi avrebbero scommesso sul fatto che di tempo tra le indiscrezioni e l’ufficialità ne sarebbe passato così poco. Oggi, mercoledì 16 settembre 2026, Enel Mobile debutta ufficialmente sul mercato italiano, portando sotto lo stesso marchio telefonia mobile, luce e gas.

L’offerta comprende 150 GB in 5G, minuti illimitati e 200 SMS al mese e può avere un canone di 0 euro per i clienti che rispettano determinati requisiti legati alle forniture energetiche. Per avere la linea mobile + bundle gratis occorrono due forniture attive tra luce e gas, intestate alla stessa persona, e almeno una deve appartenere alle offerte abilitate: Enel Luce e Giga, Enel Gas e Giga oppure Enel Per Te Luce e Giga. Per i residenti in Sardegna la formula è differente e coinvolge invece un’offerta luce abbinata a Enel Fibra o Enel Fibra e Voce. Nel bundle ci sono anche 17 GB di traffico dati/mese da spendere all'estero (anche in Regno Unito) in virtù del roaming zero.

Cdiscount lâche 45 € sur la Xiaomi Pad 8 : le bon moment pour craquer ?

16 September 2026 at 09:00
La Xiaomi Pad 8 sort les muscles sans alourdir la facture. Écran 3,2K à 144 Hz, puce Snapdragon et belle autonomie : cette tablette tactile a de quoi bousculer le quotidien.

The best Mint Mobile deals of September 2026 — up to $500 off Pixel 11 phones, 50% off wireless, and more

It's no secret that Mint Mobile is one of my favorite MVNO carriers operating today, but did you know that the T-Mobile-owned provider is also home to a ton of great phone deals?

Sure, you'll need to bundle the purchase of the device with some wireless to see any real savings, but you can save up to $500 on some of the year's best Android phones if you play your cards right. And with wireless plans starting at just $15 per month, Mint Mobile's buy-in-bulk promotions present some of the best money-saving opportunities around.

If you don't mind the idea of paying for some wireless service in bulk, keep reading for the best Mint Mobile deals of September 2026. Didn't find anything today? Check back later: I update this list on a regular basis.

The best Mint Mobile deals of September 2026

Get ANY plan for $15 per month

Sign up for ANY plan at Mint Mobile and it'll only cost you $15 per month, whether you choose three months of service or a full year. And yes, that includes the Unlimited plan. The only catch is that you'll need to pay for a minimum of three months of service upfront. Still, three months of unlimited T-Mobile-powered wireless for only $45? Sign me up.View Deal

Google Pixel 11 256GB: $899 $624, plus 50% off one year of Unlimited at Mint Mobile

Bundle the purchase of the base model Google Pixel 11 with one year of the Unlimited plan and Mint Mobile will give you $275 off the phone AND 50% off the wireless! View Deal

Google Pixel 11 Pro 256GB: $1,099 $724, plus 50% off one year of the Unlimited plan at Mint Mobile

Similar to the Pixel 11 deal detailed above, you can score $375 off the Google Pixel 11 Pro by bundling your purchase with one year of the unlimited plan at Mint Mobile. The carrier will also slash 50% off the price of the wireless, dropping the price to only $180 upfront ($15 per month).View Deal

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 256GB: $1,299 $874, plus 50% off one year of Unlimited at Mint Mobile

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL takes the stellar foundation of the Pixel 11 Pro and adds a larger frame with a bigger battery. Pair the purchase of the super-sized flagship with one year of the Unlimited plan and Mint Mobile will drop $425 off the phone along with 50% off the wireless plan. View Deal

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra 256GB: $2,100 $1,900, plus 50% off one year of Unlimited at Mint Mobile

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra has finally come to Mint Mobile, and you can already score a straight $200 off the innovative foldable by bundling your purchase with one year of the Unlimited plan. As if that discount wasn't enough, the T-Mobile-owned carrier will also drop 50% off the wireless. View Deal

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 256GB: $1,200 $1,000, plus 50% off one year of the Unlimited plan at Mint Mobile

The bundle opportunity extends to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8, as you can get also $200 off the clamshell device and 50% off one year of wireless when you bundle the phone with the Unlimited plan at Mint Mobile. View Deal

Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB: $900 $400, plus 50% off one year of Unlimited at Mint Mobile

You can score an epic $500 off the Samsung Galaxy S26 by bundling your purchase with one year of the Unlimited plan. As if that wasn't enough, Mint will also slash 50% off the wireless. Mint is also offering up to $400 of additional savings if you trade in an old or broken device. View Deal

Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus 256GB: $1,100 $600, plus 50% off one year of the Unlimited plan

Just like the base model S26, if you bundle the purchase of the Galaxy S26 Plus with one year of the Unlimited plan you'll get $500 off the phone AND 50% off the wireless. There's also up to $400 of additional savings up for grabs when you trade in an old or broken phone. View Deal

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB: $1,300 $800, plus 50% off one year of Unlimited at Mint Mobile

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is sure to rank among the most powerful Android phones of 2026, but it's not exactly cheap. Fortunately, Mint Mobile will give you $500 off the super-powered smartphone when you bundle your purchase with one year of the Unlimited plan. Just like the rest of the S26 lineup, this deal also gets you 50% off the wireless.

For more, check out my guide to the best Samsung Galaxy S26 deals of the month!View Deal

The UnF*! Your Bills Bundle: Get one year of 5G Home Internet and Unlimited wireless for only $45 per month

Pair one year of Mint's new 5G Home Internet plan with one year of Unlimited and the carrier will knock the price down to only $540 upfront. That may seem like a lot, but break it down month to month and you're only paying $45/month to cover both internet and phone service. And imagine not paying those bills again until 2027!View Deal

Mint Mobile 7-Day Free Trial

It's not exactly a deal, but if you're curious about Mint but not ready to commit, the carrier's free 7-day trial is a great way to explore the service with no risk or hassle. You can use the trial right alongside your existing service with zero interruptions, and either cancel or activate a plan when the week is up. View Deal

Mint 55+ Seniors Discount: Unlimited talk and text plus full service activation for $15/month

If you're a new customer and over 55, Mint Mobile will give you 5GB of 5G/4G LTE data per month and unlimited talk and text for $15 per month ($45 for three months).

This Mint 55+ deal also gives you free service from MINTech advisors who will walk you through the process of activating your device, cancelling your old service, and transferring your existing phone number. View Deal

Refer friends and get a free year of wireless service

Mint Mobile is also rewarding customers who recommend their service to other people. The carrier's "Refer A Friend" promotion gives you the opportunity to make up to $90 in credit if you refer a friend to the service.

All you need to do is send along the provided referral link. If your friend picks the 5GB/month plan, you'll get $45 in credit. If they choose the 15GB/month, you'll get $60. With a 20GB/month referral, Mint will hook you up with $75, and lastly, an Unlimited plan referral will get you $90 in credit. These credits will automatically be applied to your service renewal, so all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the savings. View Deal

Mint Mobile FAQ

How does Mint Mobile work?

Mint Mobile offers a straightforward buy-in-bulk plan system that lets you purchase wireless in 3, 6, and 12-month increments of time. There are four data plans to choose from: 5GB, 15GB, 20GB, and Unlimited, all of which give you coverage on T-Mobile's vast 5G network, along with a free mobile hotspot, unlimited talk and text, and coverage in Mexico, Canada, and the UK.

How much does Mint Mobile cost?

Mint Mobile's wireless plans start at $15 per month, but since you have to pay for a minimum of three months of coverage, you're looking at an upfront payment of at least $45. That can make things a bit confusing when you're first introduced to Mint's pricing model, but as long as you're comfortable buying phone service in bulk, the potential wireless savings could be immense. Just imagine dropping a single payment of $180 and not worrying about your phone bill again until 2027. Sounds pretty good, right?

Who owns Mint Mobile?

Although Mint Mobile used to be partly owned by actor Ryan Reynolds, the prepaid carrier is now fully owned and operated by T-Mobile. This allows Mint to give you the Big Three carrier experience without charging the Big Three carrier price, and since Mint Mobile is no longer an independent company, network de-prioritization from T-Mo is much less common.

Wondering how Mint Mobile compares with other prepaid wireless carriers? Witness the battle of the MVNOs with our Mint Mobile vs. Boost Mobile or Mint Mobile vs. Metro by T-Mobile to see which alternative carrier is right for you.

iOS 27 chega com 27 novidades e uma Siri mais inteligente. Veja o que muda e que iPhones são compatíveis

15 September 2026 at 17:09

O iOS 27 estreia 27 melhorias que aceleram o iPhone e inauguram a nova Siri baseada em IA. A atualização chega aos modelos desde o iPhone 11 e marca a mudança mais profunda da Apple na forma como o sistema aprende com o utilizador.

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Des astronomes découvrent près d’Andromède une galaxie qui défie les théories

15 September 2026 at 07:00
Les galaxies satellites de notre Voie lactée ont appris beaucoup de choses aux astronomes sur l’évolution de notre Univers. C’est du moins ce dont ils étaient convaincus. Mais la découverte d’une toute petite galaxie dans le voisinage d’Andromède remet pas mal de choses en question.

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