Danish studio CF Mller Architects has completed Tampere Psychiatric Clinic in Finland with calming spaces that are intended to aid with patient wellbeing.Located at the edge of the Tampere University Hospital campus overlooking a pine forest, the 30,000-square-metre facility accommodates 180 patients across a series of brick- and timber-clad forms that hug external courtyards.As in many of its healthcare projects, CF Mller drew on the principles of "healing architecture" - an approach based on research into the impact of architecture on wellbeing that prioritises access to the outdoors, natural materials and daylight.CF Mller Architects has completed a psychiatric clinic in Finland"Every element, from spatial organisation to material choices, was tailored to enhance recovery and wellbeing," said studio partner Maibritt Dammann and associate partner Mrten Leringe."The clinic's placement amidst pine forests and the inclusion of outdoor spaces, such as courtyards and private balconies, highlight the healing benefits of nature, enhancing mental wellbeing and embodying the principles of healing architecture," they told Dezeen.To maximise connections to the outdoors, Tampere Psychiatric Clinic is organised as three U-shaped volumes around a central landscaped courtyard. This is wrapped by an internal "therapy walk" connecting the wards.Its design is based on the principles of "healing architecture"The plan also places administrative spaces in shared cores closer to the centre of the building, meaning patient rooms look outwards to benefit the most from external views.Around the perimeter of the site, each of these U-shaped blocks hugs additional garden spaces, one of which contains an entrance square with steps and a lift.Courtyards wrap around Tampere Psychiatric Clinic"Each ward is designed to be flexible and adaptable to different stages of recovery, balancing communal and private spaces," Dammann and Leringe said."Staff areas are strategically placed for efficiency, ensuring easy accessibility while maintaining a separation from patient zones," they added.Read: Exposed concrete frame creates "resilient" spaces for maritime academy in DenmarkA pale palette of natural materials defines Tampere Psychiatric Clinic's interiors, including wooden panelling and furniture that is complemented by white walls and areas of warm yellow, orange and green tones.Large windows break up the brick exterior of the clinic to ensure that spaces are well-lit even on grey days, with vertical brise soleil providing shade and privacy.Large windows illuminate the clinic's interior"The material palette was inspired by Tampere's industrial heritage, featuring durable and tactile materials like brick, ceramics, and wood," described Dammann and Leringe"These materials provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere while establishing a connection to local history and craftsmanship," they added.Wood panelling and white walls are used throughoutCF Mller Architects was founded by Christian Frederik Mller in 1924.Its other recent projects include a flood defence system doubling as a nature park in Denmark and the headquarters for toy company Lego, which is adorned with giant versions of Lego building blocks.The photography is by Wellu Hamalainen.The post CF Mller Architects uses principles of "healing architecture" for Finnish psychiatric clinic appeared first on Dezeen.

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MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsStylish, colourful graphicsCombat feels fast and fluidMultiple difficulty levels availableConsOnly available on the Mac App StoreNo DLC packs currently availableWorks best with a controllerOur Verdict The precise timing needed for the games combat and movement can be frustrating if youre not used to arcade games, but its good to see Prince Of Persia back on the Mac, and this latest chapter is one of the best arcade games currently available for the Mac.Price When ReviewedThis value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefinedBest Pricing TodayIts been a long time since any of the Prince Of Persia games was available on the Mac, and The Lost Crown episode was itself first released for Windows PCs at the start of 2024. However, its just appeared on the Mac App Store with very little fanfare and is rapidly working its way up Apples games chart.For more Mac games recommended by us read:Best Games for Mac.The Lost Crown turns out to be a real blast from the past too, as its a side-scrolling metroidvania a game that combines combat and platform-jumping elements from the Metroid and Castlevania arcade games (which were never officially available on the Mac). You dont need any knowledge of the previous games, though, as The Lost Crown has its own story, in which you play a young warrior called Sargon, who is a member of a group that modestly call themselves The Immortals. The game starts simply enough, with the kingdom of Persia under attack from an enemy army, and Prince Ghassan taken captive and imprisoned on the magical Mount Qaf. Sargon and chums head off to rescue the Prince, but soon discover that Mount Qaf is full of mystical enemies, puzzles and obstacles that have to be overcome.The game uses detailed and colourful graphics that seem to be in 3D at least for the main characters but is presented like an old-school 2D platform game where you mostly run left or right across the screen and use the Space bar to jump over obstacles. The game looks great, though, with detailed backgrounds that create a real sense of atmosphere, whether youre charging along corridors in the royal palace or hacking and slashing your way through a forest. FoundryThe only bad news is that the game doesnt run on Intel Macs, and requires an M1 processor or later, and macOS 12.0 (Monterey) or later. However, the 2D presentation means that it doesnt need a powerful Mac, and we had no trouble running it with high graphics settings at 4K resolution on a MacBook Pro with an M2 Pro chip.Combat is fairly straightforward during the early stages of the game, with basic and heavy attacks assigned to your mouse buttons, as well as the ability to dodge and parry incoming attacks. The opening section acts as a tutorial that introduces the main moves, but the game also provides five difficulty levels so that newcomers can ease themselves into the action, along with more challenging perma-death and speed-run modes for more experienced players. Combat is fast and fluid, but will probably be easier with a game controller, as I found that parrying attacks using keyboard and mouse controls required very precise timing, and it took me quite a few attempts to slice and dice my way past the first Boss battle at the start of the game.FoundryThere arent many games on the Mac that also focus on parkour movement like Prince Of Persia, where you have to run, jump and climb with great precision in order to get past various obstacles. This can be tricky too, as you need to hit the Space bar for a quick jump, or press-and-hold to jump higher, and many obstacles require you to rapidly jump left and right in quick succession in order to reach areas that are otherwise out of reach. Thats a bit tricky on a keyboard, so again it might be easier playing with a controller (there is an assist option that can help you out with some of these obstacles, but much of the fun lies in learning to master your combat and movement abilities).As you progress further into the game, youll learn to master a magical energy called Athra that gives you more powerful attacks, and you can also find or buy magical amulets that provide additional powers too. And, of course, the traditional calling card of the Prince Of Persia games is the use of time powers that allow you to manipulate time in order to escape death or outwit your enemies. Should you buy Prince Of Persia: The Lost CrownThe need for really precise timing during combat and movement may be frustrating for newcomers, but if youre a fan of arcade games then The Lost Crown is a great way to re-live your misspent youth. Its a little annoying, though, that the Mac version currently seems to be exclusive to the Mac App Store, which means that people who already own the PC version on Steam or Epic dont get access to the Mac version as well (and Steam and Epic also seem to have additional DLC packs that arent currently available on the App Store too).

James Naismith, the inventor of basketball, holding a soccer ball and a basket Public domain via Wikimedia CommonsIt was the winter of 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts. At the International YMCA Training School, now known as Springfield College, football season had ended, baseball season had yet to begin, and indoor sports were limited to marching, calisthenics and some gymnastics.The young men in James Naismiths class were restless until, at the request of school superintendent Luther H. Gulick, Naismith invented a new game for his students. He called it basket ball and introduced the game on December 21.Naismith was a 30-year-old graduate student and physical education teacher from Almonte, a mill town in Ontario, Canada. At first, when tasked with his superintendents request for a good indoor sport, he attempted to modify existing games like football and soccer to no avail.As Naismith wrote in his posthumously published 1941 book, Basketball: Its Origin and Development, I began to study games from the philosophical side, analyzing the common elements of popular sports. An illustration from Naismith's original 13 rules of basketball Public domain via Wikimedia CommonsA good game, he reasoned, had to be easily learned. Games with small ballsbaseball, tennis, cricket, lacrosserequired additional equipment, like a stick, bat or racquet, that took time to master. Sports that used big balls, like rugby and football, were more easily learned, but tackling would not work indoors. So players of this new sport, Naismith concluded, should not run with the ball.Drawing inspiration from childhood memories of a game called Duck on a Rockin which one team of kids tossed rocks to try and knock the other teams duck (a separate rock) off a larger rockNaismith concluded that the ball should be thrown in an arc into a horizontal goal, so as not to encourage roughness.With a soccer ball and two peach baskets he borrowed from the gyms building manager, Naismith set up a court and tacked a preliminary set of rules on the bulletin board.Some of Naismiths original rules of the game remain today. Rule 1: The ball may be thrown in any direction with one or both hands. Rule 3: A player cannot run with the ball. Rule 13: The side making the most goals shall be declared the winner.KU Origins: James Naismith's rules of basketballWatch on But nascent basketball had critical differences from todays game. Naismith made no provision for dribbling, for instance: Once a player had possession, they had to shoot or pass the ball. After two fouls, a player had to sit out until the next basket was made, and any three fouls in a row for one team resulted in a point for the opponent.When the first student walked into class on December 21, he gave what sounded like a death knell to the nervous Naismith: Huh! Another new game!Though quaint equipment slowed the pace of the game, and the players had to retrieve the ball from the closed peach baskets after every point, the first few games were a success.The players were interested and seemed to enjoy the game, Naismith wrote. Word soon got around that they were having fun and only a few days after the first game we began to have a gallery.The first public basketball game was held in Springfield on March 11, 1892, in front of 200 spectators. The players were teachers (including Naismith) versus students. The University of Kansas basketball team in 1899. Naismith is standing in the back row at the far right. Public domain via Wikimedia CommonsOne teacherfamous football coach Amos Alonzo Stagg, who was working at the school at the timemanaged to have a hand in every scrimmage, the Springfield Republican wrote. But his football expertise hampered him. He was perpetually making fouls by shoving his opponents.The teachers worked hard and performed wonders of agility and strength, the Republican reported, but they were not in it with the students, who had the advantage in science. The students won the game 5-1.As basketball spread around the United States and the world as a popular indoor sport, aided by the YMCA network, it evolved to include open-bottomed baskets, dribbling and its own specialized ball, eventually taking the shape of todays game.In recognition of the sports founder, who remained an educator at Springfield College and the University of Kansas, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame was established after his death. Naismith, fittingly, was part of its very first class.Get the latest stories in your inbox every weekday.

With Christmas now just days away, its about time to wrap up the holiday shopping season. Everyone is in the midst of hurrying to get their last minute gifts sorted. If you havent found something for someone special quite yet, heres some iPhone-centric accessories and Apple gift ideas.My recommendations are the Mujjo iPhone 16 leather case, SwitchBot Wallet Finder card, Belkin portable phone charger, a Continuity Camera mount, and the Apple TV 4K. More details about these picks after the break The go-to iPhone gift idea is probably AirPods, and I expect AirPods 4 to fly off the shelves this holiday season. But AirPods are on the expensive side, and a lot of people already have them, so they are hard to suggest as gifts without qualifiers. The below list of five are trying to pick things that your friends and family may not already have, but will enjoy and find value in. Frivolous and throwaway gifts make for fun stocking fillers, but when it comes to tech, I think you want to gift something that people will be inclined to use on the regular.SwitchBot Wallet Finder cardIf you know someone who is prone to misplacing their wallet, then the SwitchBot Wallet Finder is an inexpensive gift idea with a lot of utility. The Wallet Finder integrates natively with the Apple Find My app, so you can track it from any iOS device and even ask Siri. The Wallet Finder form factor is a slim credit card shape, so it can be slipped into a pocket in your wallet without adding bulk. Then, you can make your wallet beep on command or track its location on a map and this is a gift with no strings attached as no ongoing subscription or additional purchase is required, as it all just works through the Apple Find My network. Nearby iPhones pick up the Bluetooth beacon from the Wallet Finder, securely and anonymously tracking its location on your behalf.Other options:Apple AirTag: best for keeping tabs on your keys, but additional accessory holder requiredChipolo ONE: like an AirTag, but features an integrated hole to attach directly onto a keychainMujjo iPhone 16 caseDo you know if a friend or relative has just got a shiny new iPhone 16? Maybe theyd like to protect it with stylish flair. Apple has stopped making its own leather cases, but the third-party market fills the gap. I really like the Mujjo leather case options. They are very reminiscent of Apples case design and feature minimal branding. The Mujjo Monaco Blue color, in particular, adds a splash of color to any Pro model iPhone. Featuring full-grain leather and microfiber internal lining, the case feels great in the hand, and offers your phone some additional protection from daily bumps and dings.Other options:Mujjo iPhone 16 case with Card Holder: same aesthetics, additional functionality with included pouch for credit cardsOtterbox Cactus Leather Case for iPhone 16: alternative option with leather substitute material Belkin Portable Charger, USB-C Power BankI like getting gifts that I know people will actually use. If the person in mind has an older iPhone, they are probably never too far from a plug. A portable charger helps reduce that anxiety and makes keeping an older iPhone running for longer much more enjoyable. Theres a bevy of portable phone chargers on the market of course. I like this Belkin USB-C Power Bank, with a slim design that holds enough juice to charge my phone from zero three times over. It was an essential must-have when I went camping at Silverstone this year. Its small enough to slip into purses or jacket pockets, and features both USB-C and USB-A ports, and you can even charge multiple devices at once at up to 15W speeds.Other options:Belkin 10,000 mAH Power Bank: similar design but with slightly battery capacityAnker MagGo: portable charger that sticks directly onto the back of your iPhone with MagSafeBelkin Continuity Camera mountEveryone is doing FaceTime and Zoom calls these days, and your phone has a much better camera than your laptop. This Belkin Camera Mount lets you clip your phone over the top of your laptops screen, allowing you to use your iPhones camera as if it was your MacBook webcam. The capability is enabled using the Continuity Camera feature of Apples ecosystem, so make sure your friend has a MacBook as well as a MagSafe-compatible iPhone to take advantage of this little clip.You can also get a mount meant to position your phone underneath a television, perfect for enabling family FaceTime calls through Apple TV.Other options:Belkin Continuity Camera mount for desktops and displaysBelkin iPhone Mount for Apple TV 4K: designed for placing the phone on top of your living room TV Cooper Chat Stand: a vertical phone stand that can position your front-facing camera at any angleApple TV 4KThis is the more spendy gift idea of the bunch probably more suited for close friends or family. A streaming set-top box is something people dont know they need until they have one, and informed friends shouldnt let their friends endure the suffering of smart TV operating systems.It also features full support for 4K HDR with Dolby Vision, making your TV shows and movies look breathtaking on modern OLED TVs.The Apple TV 4K makes using all your streaming apps a breeze, with fast loading and smooth navigation using the trackpad on the Siri Remote. Youll also love Apple ecosystem benefits like browsing your iCloud Photos library on a huge screen, using your phone as the remote control, a rich Apple Music experience with sing-along lyrics, run Fitness+ workouts, and maybe even play some family-friendly Apple Arcade party games this holiday season. Other options:Google TV Streamer 4K: a nice streaming box alternative, with rich universal searchAmazon Fire Stick 4K: cheaper streaming stick, albeit riddled with ads and a bit sluggish at timesAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. 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Thanks to a usually-reliable tip off from iPhoneSoft, we may already know device compatibility for Apples next major operating system updates coming next year.The report says that every iPhone model that currently supports iOS 18 will also support iOS 19, although like every year, some features may be limited to newer phones. Nevertheless, that means another year of support for iPhones as old as the iPhone XS and XR, first released in 2018.However, some iPad models will be cutoff from updating to iPadOS 19.The A10 powered iPad (7th generation, released 2019) will apparently not be able to update to iPadOS 19, nor will the second-generation iPad Pro (released 2017). This will bring the minimum processor spec for iPadOS up to the A12 chip. Apart from those exceptions, all other iPad owners can breathe a sign of relief as they will seemingly be getting another full year of free iPad software updates with new features.iOS 19 and iPadOS 19 are expected to be previewed in developer starting in June 2025, with a public release around September 2025. They will therefore remain current until September 2026.It isnt clear yet what features iOS 19 will include. Bloombergs Mark Gurman has already suggested that prolonged work on iOS 18 features has delayed the iOS 19 schedule somewhat. iPhoneSoft indicates iOS 19 may be a smaller update in terms of major new features, too.There is also the question of ongoing Apple Intelligence updates. If many of the new features in the new OS will require Apple Intelligence, then the effective supported hardware cutoff is much more recent. It may even seem premature to be thinking about iOS 19 when several high-profile features promised for iOS 18 are yet to ship, or even appear in the developer beta channel. That includes AI features like Priority Notifications on the lock screen, App Intents powered in-app actions, personal context understanding and on-screen awareness for Siri.Add 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel

Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle,the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost.Request your EXTENDED TRIALtoday and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.The SAP D-Zone team has announced the release of Privileges 2, a clever macOS application that gives users greater control over their administrative privileges. With over 1 million downloads, Privileges has become a trusted solution for organizations looking to enhance security while maintaining user productivity. This latest update brings new features to make the application even more versatile, secure, and user-friendly.About Apple @ Work:Bradley Chambers managed an enterprise IT network from 2009 to 2021. Through his experience deploying and managing firewalls, switches, a mobile device management system, enterprise grade Wi-Fi, 1000s of Macs, and 1000s of iPads, Bradley will highlight ways in which Apple IT managers deploy Apple devices, build networks to support them, train users, stories from the trenches of IT management, and ways Apple could improve its products for IT departments.What is Privileges?Privileges is a native macOS application that empowers users to manage their admin rights while promoting security best practices. Users operate as standard users by default, minimizing risks associated with malware or unintended system changes. Users can elevate their privileges quickly and easily via the app, the Dock Tile, or the command line when administrative access is needed, such as installing software or making system-level changes.Admin privileges are not permanent; they expire after a configurable timeframe, ensuring that users revert to standard-user mode automatically. This innovative approach allows users to retain control while maintaining a robust security posture.Whats New in Privileges 2?SAP has considered user feedback and practical use cases to introduce several critical enhancements in Privileges 2. Here are the highlights:Unified expiration intervals: Admin access now expires consistently, regardless of whether it is requested through the app, Dock Tile, orcommand-line tool. This ensures seamless alignment with organizational policies.Touch ID integration: The command-line tool now supports Touch ID, offering a faster, more convenient way to authenticate, even in environmentswith complex password requirements.Auto-revoke admin rights at login: Users can configure Privileges to automatically revoke elevated access upon login, ensuring that all sessionsstart in standard-user mode for maximum security.Custom workflows: Privileges 2 allows IT teams to trigger applications or scripts whenever admin privileges are granted or revoked, enablingcustomized workflows that adapt to specific environments.Localization: With support for 40 languages, Privileges 2 is now even more accessible to users worldwide.Why Privileges is an excellent app for fleetsRunning macOS as a standard user is widely recognized as a security best practice. It reduces exposure to malware, unauthorized changes, and other vulnerabilities arising from unnecessary administrative access. Privileges make it easy for users to adopt this approach without sacrificing productivity. Whether youre a developer who occasionally needs admin access or an organization focused on securing endpoints, Privileges offers the tools to meet your needs.The latest features in Privileges 2, such as Touch ID integration and automated revocation, take security and flexibility to the next level. These enhancements demonstrate SAPs commitment to building solutions that prioritize user convenience without compromising security. The fact that theyve open-sourced this app shows their commitment to helping the entire Mac Admins community.Supported macOS versionsPrivileges 2 is compatible with a wide range of macOS versions, ensuring support for users across different environments:macOS 15.xmacOS 14.xmacOS 13.xmacOS 12.xmacOS 11.xKey features at a glancePrivileges 2 continues delivering the essential functionality users expect while introducing new features to enhance usability and security. Heres a quick summary of whats newEasy installation and setupDesigned for day-to-day use with quick admin accessAutomatic expiration of admin rightsCommand-line tool compatibilityLocalization in 40 languagesCustom workflows triggered by privilege changesTouch ID support for authenticationReady to Try Privileges 2?Privileges 2 really improves how macOS users manage admin access, making it easier than ever to adopt secure workflows while maintaining control over their Mac. Whether youre an individual user or part of an IT team, this update offers the tools you need to stay secure and productive. Download it for free!Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle,the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost.Request your EXTENDED TRIALtoday and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.Add 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel