On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, your hosts discuss the launch of the Eve Play, Ecobee's new doorbell update, and our favorite HomeKit devices.HomeKit InsiderAfter previously being announced, the Eve Play is now available to order. This AirPlay-enabled box enables you to stream music to your existing bookshelf speakers.

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Given New York State laws against biking with a pair of earbuds, Adam Engst explores other options and settles on a handlebar mount for his iPhone, discovering that it also provides a perfect opportunity for reading song lyrics.

Why bring multiple chargers to a trip when you can get a compact charger for a fraction of the price? Today, the Mophie Wireless 3-in-1 Travel Magnetic Wireless Charging Station is down to just $69.99 from its original price of $100 on Amazon. Mophie’s wireless charger brings not just one, but three different ways to […]

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The Steam gaming platform will be ending game support for 32-bit games for macOS Mojave and macOS High Sierra starting in 2024. The 32-bit support end will take effect on February 15. Users will no longer receive updates, including technical support and security updates surrounding macOS 10.13 and 10.14, which are High Sierra and Mojave, […]

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Give your eyes a treat and upgrade to a larger high-resolution monitor. Today, the HP Omen 27-inch UHD 144Hz 4K Gaming Monitor with Gaming Hub is down to just $399.99 from its original price of $550 on Amazon. The HP Omen Gaming Hub touts not just one, but four ‘centerpieces of fun’ with an ultra […]

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Crime series ‘Criminal Record’ is set to debut on Apple TV+ on January 10, 2024. ‘Criminal Record’ tells the story of two detectives, with one searching for the truth while the senior detective seemingly covering his tracks to protect his legacy. A phone call brings a case to life and sets up the conflict between […]

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In the latest Apple Crime Blotter, Car thieves in Washington reject Android phone, sentencing in New Hampshire iPhone plot, and an iPhone heist in the Netherlands.Carnegie Library Apple Store The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime.

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Today's top deals include a Govee Life Smart space heater for $30, 41% off a Dewalt battery charger and USB wall charging kit, 68% off a Blink video doorbell + 2 outdoor smart security cameras, 42% off an 85" Samsung QLED 4K Smart TV, and more.Get an 85" Samsung TV for $1,899The AppleInsider crew combs the web for unbeatable deals at online retailers to develop a list of stellar bargains on popular tech products, including deals on iPads, TVs, accessories, and other gadgets. We post our top finds daily to help you get more bang for your buck.

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Best Buy is slashing prices on TVs this weekend, with discounts of up to $3,000 off LG, Sony, Samsung, and TCL panels. Even stunning OLED displays are on sale.Best Buy's top TV offersBest Buy's 3-Day Sale encompasses numerous product categories, but the TV deals are especially enticing. Save up to $3,000 on a variety of televisions, from budget-friendly models to big-screen OLED sets.

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Boox Palma offers a vibrant HD Carta 1200 screen, extended battery life, and a robust user experience in a pocket-sized package for an exceptional e-reading experience.Boox Palma e-ink readerIn the ever-evolving world of technology, e-readers have carved out a special place for themselves, providing avid readers and book enthusiasts with a convenient way to carry their entire library in a pocket-sized device.

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The Ugreen Foldable Kickstand Battery is a hefty MagSafe and 3-in-1 charger that blends 10,000 mAh power, quick MagSafe charging, and versatile USB options for on-the-go convenience.With StandBy mode as a new feature and the convenience of having no wires in your pocket, MagSafe chargers are catching on for daily carries.This one combines the utility of the MagSafe with the adaptability of a general USB battery since the USB-C and USB-A ports can charge another device.

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The new iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have the most impressive cameras Apple has created to date. Here's how you can get the most out of them to make your photos and videos look stunning.Cameras on iPhone 15 Pro MaxBetween updates with iOS and enhancements to the hardware, Apple's stock Camera app gets more powerful every year. Here is your definitive guide to the camera app.

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Apple's new ad for the iPhone 15 highlights the ability to take Portrait Mode shots with the camera, via a band politely fighting over an album cover photo.'Album Cover' ad [Apple/YouTube]For the release of the iPhone 15 generation, Apple updated its camera app to automatically capture depth data whenever the onboard machine learning detects a person or pet is in the frame. In an ad spot titled "Album Cover" and posted to the official YouTube channel late on Friday, Apple uses the feature and a petty squabble to market its smartphone lineup.

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Google has updated its Chrome browser with the latest security update on Linux, Windows, and macOS. The latest patch for the Chrome browser fixes a critical security flaw or zero-day vulnerability. Google said that they are ‘aware that an exploit for CVE-2023-6345 exists in the wild’, but did not mention any more specifics surrounding the […]

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Holiday deals are in full swing on Apple's M2 MacBook Air, with Apple retailers engaging in a price war that offers shoppers discounts of up to $200 off and prices as low as $899.

Enjoy rock-bottom pricing on Apple's MacBook AirShopping for a fantastic holiday gift just got more affordable at Best Buy this weekend, as the Apple retailer has slashed prices on current M2 MacBook Air models — with prices dipping to as low as $899.

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Incident began at 2023-12-01 18:52 and ended at 2023-12-01 20:20 (times are in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)).

The issue with Gmail has been resolved for all affected users as of Friday, 2023-12-01 12:20 US/Pacific.

We will publish an analysis of this incident once we have completed our internal investigation.

We thank you for your patience while we worked on resolving the issue.

Affected products: Gmail

Apple's loaded M3 Max MacBook Pro in the gorgeous Space Black finish is $250 off right now when ordered with 96GB memory and a 1TB SSD. The M3 Max chip sports a 14-core CPU and 30-core GPU, making it a robust machine in a portable chassis.The exclusive deal is available on the high-end configuration when you enter promo code APINSIDER during Step 3 of checkout at Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama. This particular spec features Apple's premium M3 Max chip with 14-core CPU and 30-core GPU. Further future-proofing the laptop is the upgrade to 96GB of Unified Memory and 1TB of storage, making it a powerful workstation in a portable chassis....

An uptick in expensive Canada Goose jacket thefts has led police officers to suggest college students use AirTags to track the jackets — just in case.Apple AirTagIn November, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser launched a program offering AirTags to residents in car theft-prone neighborhoods, using Apple's Find My technology to help locate stolen vehicles.

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The social media platform Threads will be coming to the European Union this December, according to The Wall Street Journal. Threads debuted in most markets but did not appear in EU as Meta had to make sure it adhered to the regulations in the region. As it stands, Threads could import Instagram data, including advertising […]

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The Google Drive app for iOS was recently updated with a document scanner. The scanning feature is introduced for the iPad and iPhone and can be accessed through the camera icon. Once open, the viewfinder scans and detects the edges, aligning the document and removing tilt and glare for a cleaner scan. The new scanning […]

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Apple has announced RCS support for 2024, Apple Music Replay is odd this year, plus Personal Voice has arrived, and your hosts rank some of Apple's 2023 hardware, on the AppleInsider Podcast.RCS is coming to iMessagesPerhaps even more surprising than Apple finally announcing support for RCS is that the firm has done it so that it is not the panacea that Google was hoping for. It's definitely not surprising that even after support begins, iMessage will keep its blue and green bubbles.

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Apple TV+ and Paramount+ each reportedly lost 7% of their subscribers in October, and are said to be in early talks to offer users a bundle of both services.Paramount+ has previously made a similar deal with Showtime. With a bundle, users have an option to get two services for more than the cost of one, but less than the previous cost of the two.Apple TV+

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Quality gaming controllers can be expensive, especially when you pair them with a console or subscription cost. The Nenotoh Switch Controller offers a smooth gaming experience that won't break the bank.Nenotoh Switch Controller review: Controller and Apple TVThroughout the COVID-19 pandemic, gaming has increased in popularity. Yet, regardless of the platform, a controller may be needed to operate the game.

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Researchers in Google's Threat Analysis Group have been as busy as ever, with discoveries that have led to the disclosure of three high-severity zero-day vulnerabilities under active exploitation in Apple OSes and the Chrome browser in the span of 48 hours.

Apple on Thursday said it was releasing security updates fixing two vulnerabilities present in iOS, macOS, and iPadOS. Both of them reside in WebKit, the engine that drives Safari and a wide range of other apps, including Apple Mail, the App Store, and all browsers running on iPhones and iPads. While the update applies to all supported versions of Apple OSes, Thursday’s...

Adorama is offering readers exclusive access to save hundreds on several popular Apple computers to help shoppers find the perfect gift before the holidays (and it even includes new M3 models).Using exclusive coupon code APINSIDER, shoppers can enjoy significant discounts on devices like the Mac Studio with a $204 off deal. Likewise, the M2 MacBook Pro is one of our favorites thanks to a massive $400 total discount.Use code APINSIDER

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Apple has rolled out updates for both Final Cut Pro and iMovie, notably improving HEVC and H.264 file export performance for its high-end Apple Silicon machines.Apple rolls out iMovie 10.4 and Final Cut Pro 10.7 updates Final Cut Pro has been updated to version 10.7 as of Thursday, and received a number of updates to improve user experience and program performance.

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Enlarge / Apple wants to build more of its A- and M-series chips in the United States. (credit: Apple)

Late last year, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that the company would definitely be buying chips made at Taiwan Semiconductor's new Arizona-based fab once it had opened. Apple working with TSMC isn't new; most, if not all, of the processors currently sold in Apple's products are made on one of TSMC's many manufacturing nodes. But being able to buy them from a US-based facility would be a first.

The issue, as outlined by some TSMC employees speaking to The Information...

Apple has released updates for three of its operating systems, bringing iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 up to 17.1.2, and macOS Sonoma to 14.1.2.iOS 17While the current beta-testing cycle has revolved around iOS 17.2, Apple has released a smaller update to the public in the form of iOS 17.1.2 and iPadOS 17.1.2. Such releases are usually focused on smaller updates to the operating system, such as bug fixes or security issues.

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A new video teardown of a fake iPhone 15 Pro shows just how incredibly well the counterfeiters are making them — and just how few ways you can tell you're being ripped off.A remarkably convincing fake iPhone 15 Pro MaxA fake iPhone 15 Pro Max was not good enough to fool a Redditor who got one in place of a real model he'd ordered from Apple. In that case, the customer knew enough to recognize that what he'd received featured a "chin" at the bottom of the screen, which the real iPhone 15 Pro Max does not have.

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Apple's new Live Speech and Personal Voice features provide individuals like disability advocate Tristram Ingham a tool to preserve their voices and enhance communication autonomy amid progressive conditions.Image Credit: AppleApple has taken a significant step forward in its commitment to accessibility with the introduction of Live Speech in iOS 17. This feature has profound implications for individuals facing speech challenges, including those with progressive conditions like facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD).

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Apple and manufacturing partner Amkor have announced that a new chip packaging foundry will be built very near the Arizona TSMC foundry, simplifying Apple Silicon production in the US.Amkor's headquarters in ArizonaChip packaging is a near-final step to complete chip delivery. A fabricator, like TSMC, will make the initial chips, and the chip packaging process surrounds the silicon chip to both protect it, and allow it to be mounted to a board.

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In an era where remote work and virtual meetings have become the norm, having a high-quality webcam is more critical than ever. Here are the best webcam for Mac choices for gamers, healthcare workers, and content creators.The best webcams for all users and budgetsThe webcam has evolved from a novelty to a necessity in today's interconnected world. Whether you're a remote worker attending Zoom meetings while clocking in from home, a content creator streaming to an audience, or a grandparent wanting to video chat with family miles away, a reliable and high-quality webcam is indispensable.

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The iPad Pro is the most robust of the iPad lineup in terms of power and technology. Today, you can snap up a renewed model for a fraction of the price- the 256GB wi-fi and cellular model is down to just $799 on Amazon. The renewed iPad Pro may not be brand new, but it’s […]

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The newest Apple Pay promotion has gone live just in time for the holidays. With the caption ‘Tap into holiday savings’, Apple outlines several deals with stores for Apple Pay purchases. The discounts will be available for customers from now until December 13- one of the requirements will be using Apple Pay to make the […]

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OWC's miniStack STX is a Mac's best friend thanks to its Thunderbolt 4 and SSD expansion capabilities that supercharge your setup, and now you can take 10% off with our exclusive coupon code when you buy a refurbished Apple product.Take 10% off the miniStack STX.Shop popular refurbished products, like the Mac mini, with configurations starting as low as $79. Or find the perfect MacBook Pro, with options starting out at $399, and take home the miniStack STX with a 10% discount with coupon code APPLEINSIDER.
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Apple supplier Foxconn is struggling to get its factories in India to operate efficiently, with employees citing language barriers, culture clashes, and difficulty adapting to strenuous schedules.FoxconnFoxconn began production of iPhone in India starting in 2019 with iPhone XR. That expanded into iPhone 11 in 2020, then each flagship iPhone has had some model built in India since.

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After companies like Apple and Disney pulled advertising, Elon Musk says it will be the advertisers fault if X goes under, suggesting users will boycott them in turn.X in trouble after advertising boycottAfter Elon Musk promoted antisemitic content via his personal account and reports of advertisements appearing next to other antisemitic content, Apple and other advertisers boycotted X. Since this inciting incident, more and more official accounts and advertisers have removed their presence from X, at least temporarily.

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B&H Photo keeps the massive savings party going all week long with its Cyber Week sales, with shoppers saving thousands of dollars on high-end equipment to supercharge your creative outlets.Save thousands at B&H Photo during Cyber Week.Enjoy discounts on popular gear and wishlist items, like the $1,600 M1 Max MacBook Pro markdown or the $3,000 discount on the top-of-the-line Canon Mark II camera body. Check out our favorite discounts to create the ultimate creative workspace.

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Enlarge / The active cooling chips are labeled and located in the upper-left corner near a custom heatsink in the 15-inch MacBook Air. (credit: Frore Systems)

What if laptops could get fan-level cooling without moving parts? We could get thinner laptops, for one. We could also potentially squeeze more performance out of today's already impressively thin designs.

That's what San Jose, California startup Frore Systems is trying to convince laptop makers of as it looks for the first OEM to adopt what it describes as the first solid-state active cooling chip.

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Apple has repeatedly trumpeted the success of its financial services, a product lineup that now encompasses the Apple Card credit card, high-interest savings accounts, and a buy-now-pay-later service called Apple Pay Later.

But even if those products have proven reasonably popular with consumers, they haven’t been working out for the bank that Apple has partnered with to supply...

Experience the best of what the Apple Pencil has to offer at a significantly reduced price. Today, the 2nd generation Apple Pencil is down to just $89.99 from its original price of $130 on Amazon. The Apple Pencil 2 is currently the best Apple Pencil when it comes to hardware and user experience. You can […]

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Apple Music Replay for 2023 has now rolled out to all Apple Music users. Apple Music Replay experience allows subscribers to see their top songs, playlists, stations, genres, albums, and artists for this year. Users can see a personalized Highlight Reel on the Replay webpage before going into greater detail and expanded insights. The reel […]

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New reports originating from Asia claim that Apple is working on several iterations of future Vision Pro headsets. DigiTimes recently said that Apple is building four second-generation Vision Pro models, including a successor to the first and a more budget version. The cost of producing the cheaper model is about half the first-generation model, which […]

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An anonymous reader shares a report: Who censored Robert De Niro? The "Killers of the Flower Moon" actor was gearing up to slam Donald Trump at Monday's Gotham Awards, but when he took the stage he discovered that the speech he planned to give had been altered at the behest of Apple, the film's producer. The company was responding to feedback from the filmmaking team that wanted the actor's remarks to be centered on the movie, according to a source.

The actor said he had not been informed of the changes, which took out any mention of the former president. De Niro, who was on hand to present "Killers of the Flower Moon" with the Gotham Historical Icon and Creator Tribute, criticized the awards show and Apple. "I don't feel like thanking them at all for what they did," he said. "How dare they do that, actually." A revised version of the speech was delivered to the teleprompter less than ten minutes before the event started, according to sources with knowledge of the show. A...

The .NET framework allows cross-platform development on Windows and Mac, and Microsoft released version 8 for both in November. Here's what that means to developers.In the late 1990s, Microsoft began work on a new framework, languages, and runtime support for desktop and web development called .NET (pronounced "dot-net"). The new languages included C# (a derivative of C), F#, and the inclusion of a new version of Microsoft's Visual Basic called Visual Basic.NET or simply "VB.NET".Microsoft announced the official release of C# at its developer conference in 2000.

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