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Saturday July 20

10:49
Here’s everything you should know about Apple’s...

After releasing the HomePod 2 in early 2023, there have been a number of rumors about a new HomePod model that includes some sort of display. These rumors have focused on two different ideas for what a HomePod with display would actually be. The more prevalent rumor is a more traditional smart display, and the other is a far more advanced table-top device with a robotic arm.

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10:17
Apple Updates Maps and Apps for 2024 Olympics

As Paris gears up for the 2024 Summer Olympics, Apple is rolling out a series of updates and features to help attendees and fans worldwide stay connected and engaged with the events. These enhancements include updates to Apple Maps, TV coverage, and a range of featured apps, ensuring a comprehensive and immersive experience for all […]

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10:03
Apple Warns iPhone Users to Switch to Safari for...

In a new YouTube video, Apple is urging iPhone users to stop using Google Chrome and switch to Safari to enhance their online privacy. The video highlights the key reasons why Safari is a better choice for iPhone users concerned about data security. Intelligent Tracking Prevention The video emphasizes Safari’s Intelligent Tracking Prevention (ITP) feature, […]

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04:15
iPad sales in the US dipped 8.8% annually in the...

Apple’s iPads saw an annual sales decline of 8.8% from the first quarter of 2023 to the first quarter of 2024, according to new data from Canalys. 

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04:10
TrendForce: don’t expect a foldable iPhone until 2027

TrendForce reports that shipments of foldable phones are expected to reach 17.8 million units in 2024, making up only 1.5% of the smartphone market. However, the research group says not to expect a foldable iPhone in the near future. 

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04:01
Apple’s Diversity and Inclusion Programs: Fostering...

In the ever-evolving tech industry, Apple Inc. stands out not just for its innovative products but also for its commitment to diversity and inclusion (D&I). 

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04:01
Report: Each Apple worker now worth $22 million, 20x...

Apple’s (struggles in the initial months of 2024 have been swept away by a string of developments that helped the company reclaim the spot of the most valuable company in the world with a market capitalization of over $3.5 trillion.

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04:00
Today’s deal: Koofr Cloud Storage: Lifetime...

Today’s Apple World Today deal is a lifetime subscription to Koofr cloud storage (1TB) for only US$159.99. That’s 80% off the regular price.

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Friday July 19

18:10
Apple Vision Pro's Content Drought Improves...

More than a dozen new Immersive Videos are coming to Vision Pro, with the first, titled Boundless, launching last night. "The announcement follows a long, slow period for new Vision Pro-specific video content from Apple," writes Ars Technica's Samuel Axon. "The headset launched in early February with a handful of Immersive Video episodes ranging from five to 15 minutes each. Since then, only three new videos have been added." From the report: Tonight's Boundless episode will allow viewers to see what it's like to ride in a hot air balloon over sweeping vistas. Another episode titled "Arctic Surfing" will arrive this fall, Apple says. Sometime next month, Apple will publish the second episode of its real wildlife documentary, simply titled Wild Life. The episode will focus on elephants in Kenya's Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Another episode is in the works, too. "Later this year," Apple writes in its newsroom post, "viewers will brave the deep with a bold group of divers in the Bahamas...

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12:41
This $99 14-port Thunderbolt 3 dock will transform...

Macworld

We love our laptops, but we have to admit they’re kind of short on ports, aren’t they? Well, here’s where the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock comes in, turning one port into 14 for just $99. This 25 percent discount is the best we’ve seen for this particular model, which means it’s the perfect time to add it to your cart.

The OWC 14-Port Thunderbolt 3 Dock offers power delivery with up to 85W to charge your MacBook, along with two high-powered USB Type-A ports for additional devices. This means you’ll easily keep your gadgets charged at all times without needing any extra wall bricks. Display support includes up to one 5K display at 60Hz or two 4K displays at 60Hz, so you can have the monitor set-up for your dreams.

For those who frequently transfer media, the dock features SD and...

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11:49
Apple’s ecosystem kept its devices safe from the...

Apple’s ecosystem kept its devices safe from the widespread Crowdstrike/Microsoft outage.

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11:19
Rumor: iPhone SE update will be based on the same...

Rumors have said that the an upcoming iPhone SE update will be based on the same chassis as the iPhone 14. 

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11:13
The AirPods Pro 2 is $80 Off

Apple’s pro-grade earbuds has dipped to a low and more affordable price. Today, the AirPods Pro 2 is down to just $168.99 from its original price of $250 on Amazon. The AirPods Pro 2 features USB-C charging, up to twice as much noise cancelling technology, adaptive audio, and personalized Spatial Audio. The proprietary H2 chip […]

The post The AirPods Pro 2 is $80 Off appeared first on iLounge.

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11:11
Safari Technology Preview 199 launches

Apple has released a new version of its experimental browser Safari Technology Preview. Safari Technology Preview 199 has gone live, with performance improvements and bug fixes as a major part of the update. The full update notes have been published, although there’s very little addition in terms of features. Fixes for WebRTC, Rendering, Media, JavaScript, […]

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11:09
2025 MacBook to have a smaller camera

Apple’s upcoming MacBook lineup will have the M5 chip and smaller camera modules, according to Ming-Chi Kuo. In an investor note, Kuo said that Apple will use a next-generation M5 chip and a new compact camera to go with it. For this to happen, the Cupertino-based company will have Sunny Optical produce the CCMs, with […]

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11:07
Apple scraps new logic board technology for iPhone 17

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently mentioned that Apple will not be proceeding with the use of resin-coated copper for its next iPhone lineup. Apple originally intended the use of resin-coated copper for its iPhone 17 lineup. However, Kuo said that the technology ‘failed to meet high-quality requirements’ and plans to scrap it for the flagship […]

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07:52
Steve Jobs’s Predictions from the 1983 International...

As part of a new digital exhibit, the Steve Jobs Archive has released a video of Jobs addressing designers at an industry conference in Aspen. Although it’s interesting to look back at the time, it’s also fascinating to see how accurate his predictions were.

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04:14
Apple Watch Series 10 rumored to be thinner with a...

The Apple Watch Series 10 will feature form factor upgrades, including larger screen sizes (increasing from 45mm/41mm to about 49mm/45mm) and a thinner design, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says in a Medium post.

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04:13
iPhone sales in Germany up 5% year-over-year in...

iPhone sales in Germany were up 5% year-over-year in quarter one.

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04:12
WaterField Designs’s Shinjuku Messenger now comes in...

WaterField Designs's Shinjuku Messenger now includes a 16-inch MacBook Pro size and a new colorway: navy, traditional waxed canvas with chocolate full-grain leather. 

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03:11
Leaked documents indicate Cellebrite unlocking...

If you’re looking to unlock an iPhone, security firm Cellebrite may not be able to help you. A series of leaked documents claim that Cellebite software used by law enforcement agencies cannot unlock any more recent models than 2018’s iPhone XR if they’ve been updated to iOS 17.4. Cellebrite, which has always kept its iPhone […]

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03:00
The Steve Jobs Archive adds rare footage of a young...

On Tuesday, the Steve Jobs Archive shared never-before-seen footage of 28-year-old Jobs speaking at the 1983 Industrial Design Conference in Aspen, Colorado. Job’s speech, which was somewhat prophetic at the time, focused on the future of computers and how they would change daily life. The Archive was launched in 2022 by Laurene Powell Jobs, Tim […]

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Thursday July 18

15:45
Apple Vision Pro’s content drought improves with new...

Today, Apple announced a slate of more than a dozen upcoming Immersive Videos for its Vision Pro spatial reality headset. The first, titled Boundless, launches tonight at 9 pm ET. More will follow in the coming weeks and months.

The announcement follows a long, slow period for new Vision Pro-specific video content from Apple. The headset launched in early February with a handful of...

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11:59
Report: Apple TV+ will soon get a lot more movies...

Enlarge / Apple seeks to continue to augment its library of original films like Argylle with films from other studios.

Apple TV+ has carved a niche for itself with strong original programming, and while it's still far behind the likes of Netflix in terms of subscribers, it has seen a fairly strong initial run. To build on that, Apple is talking with major studios about ways to complement its slate of original programming with films from other companies in order to expand and extend the service's appeal.

That's according to Bloomberg reporters Lucas Shaw and Thomas Buckley, who cite people...

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11:25
Starlink’s New Gateway Terminal Achieves 8Gbps...

Elon Musk announced on X that Starlink’s new Gateway terminal provides over 8 Gbps of downlink and will soon offer over 8 Gbps of uplink. SpaceX continues to push the boundaries of satellite internet capabilities, bringing faster and more reliable connections to users around the globe. Impressive Speedtest Results Michael Nicolls, VP of Starlink Engineering […]

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11:18
Backblaze Raises Its Fully Refundable Price for...

Online backup service Backblaze will soon increase the fee it charges to restore data by shipping you a USB hard drive from $189 to $279. However, the change is largely moot since the company refunds the full amount when you return the drive.

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10:06
Key Suppliers Suggest iPhone 16 Orders May Not...

Despite early reports suggesting an increase in orders for the iPhone 16 following the WWDC event, recent statements from two of Apple’s key suppliers, TSMC and Largan Precision, indicate otherwise. This development casts doubt on the anticipated surge in demand for Apple’s next-generation smartphone. TSMC and Largan Precision’s Insights TSMC, one of the world’s largest […]

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03:01
Rumor: Apple to switch compact camera module...

Come 2025, Apple may adopt a new compact camera module (CCM) supplier for its next-generation MacBook notebooks, which will be powered by its upcoming M5 chip. Per noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, in his latest investor note on Medium, Kuo said Apple will turn to Sunny Optical for the CCM in its M5 MacBooks. The […]

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02:15
T-Mobile beats out U.S. wireless competitors in...

Ookla, the firm responsible for the ever-handy Ookla Speedtest app and website, has released its H1 2024 US Connectivity Report wherein T-Mobile retained the top slot for the fastest download and upload speeds, best consistency, earned the highest customer ratings, and more. Per the report Ookla shared in June about the state of 5G performance […]

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Wednesday July 17

17:55
The M3 MacBook Air is $200 Off

Early Prime deals are a good way to get modern laptops at a lower price. Today, the 13-inch MacBook Air with 256GB storage is down to just $898.99 from its original price of $1,099 on Amazon. The M3 MacBook Air is designed to allow you to continue work and play no matter your location. The […]

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17:54
Public Betas for iPadOS 18 and iOS 18 launches

Apple has made its iPadOS 18 and iOS 18 beta software available for public testing. It’s the first time Apple has made both software available to download for the public since announcing them during this year’s WWDC event. To date, Apple has released three developer betas until now, with the public beta content having the […]

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17:52
iOS 18 now has new ‘Recovered’ album

The upcoming iOS 18 has added a new ‘Recovered’ album in the Photos app. All three iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and iPadOS 18 will have the ‘recovered’ album in Photos to help users recover videos and images that have been damaged or lost, allowing them to retrieve missing content. This folder only shows up when […]

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17:49
HomePod mini in midnight color launches

The HomePod mini has gained a new color variant in the form of Midnight. Apple recently announced the launch of the new Midnight HomePod mini, replacing the Space Gray option previously offered. All in all, the HomePod mini can be bought in Yellow, White, Orange, and Blue. It’s worth noting that the regular HomePod is […]

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12:27
Save $300 on the M3 MacBook Pro!

Amazon’s ongoing Prime Day event for summertime holds a wide variety of deals for customers, with huge discounts for Apple-related products and Apple Products. The MacBook M3 Pro 14-inch model at 512GB is up for grabs with a $300 discount, which is one of the best deals ever seen for the MacBook Pro. The MacBook […]

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12:23
Retro game emulator ‘Delta’ arrives on iPad

The hit emulator for retro game enthusiasts on the iPhone, Game emulator Delta, is now accessible for the iPad with the version 1.6 update. Delta gained massive popularity since it made its debut. The emulator is constantly ranking in the Top Charts in the App Store, with gamers downloading the app to play retro games […]

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12:22
Apple TV+ legal drama ‘Presumed Innocent’ renewed...

The Apple TV+ show “Presumed Innocent” resumes with a second season. The first one, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, is still being aired on TV and has 8 limited episodes bound to end on July 24th. The show is a highly-viewed legal drama that’s in the top 10 of shows streamed on Reelgood. Apple announced on X […]

The post Apple TV+ legal drama ‘Presumed Innocent’ renewed for 2nd season appeared first on iLounge.

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12:20
iPhone 16 Pro through iPhone 19 Pro Max to feature...

Ming-Chi Kuo, renowned Apple analyst, asserts details that optical zoom is continually being refined until iPhone 19 pro’s release in 2027, and has information as well on the 2024 iPhone 16 Pro lineup. The iPhone 15 Pro Max is the only iPhone to feature a tetraprism camera, providing increased capability of the optical zoom feature, […]

The post iPhone 16 Pro through iPhone 19 Pro Max to feature tetraprism cameras appeared first on iLounge.

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11:52
Sunny Optical to Boost Revenue as Apple Camera...

Sunny Optical Technology will see significant business growth in 2025 by becoming a new camera module (CCM) supplier for Apple. This strategic partnership is expected to substantially increase Sunny Optical’s revenue and strengthen its position in the tech industry. Major Revenue Boost from Apple Partnership Sunny Optical will start producing and shipping CCMs for Apple’s […]

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02:00
Apple adds new eligible products to U.S. sales tax-...

Because tax holidays and savings are never a bad thing. Apple recently updated its website to include new products that are eligible for upcoming 2024 sales tax holidays in select U.S. states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, and West Virginia. These holidays provide a limited-time opportunity to snag select Apple wares both […]

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Tuesday July 16

15:34
RESOLVED: **Summary:** We have received reports of...

Incident began at 2024-07-16 17:40 and ended at 2024-07-16 18:34 (times are in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)).

Summary:

We have received reports of an issue with Gmail.

Description:

Upon further investigation, our engineering teams believe that the scope is very limited and/or no customers were impacted.

If you have questions or feel that you may be impacted, please open a case with the Support Team and we will work with you until the issue is resolved. No further updates will be provided here.

Affected products: Gmail

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14:27
Apple Opens Public Betas for macOS 15 Sequoia, iOS...

Apple has opened the public beta program for its forthcoming 2024 operating systems. Remember, these aren’t meant for everyday use. Only install them on devices that you can dedicate to testing!

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14:23
YouTube creators surprised to find Apple and others...

Enlarge / YouTuber Marques Brownlee discusses iOS 18 in a new video. This specific video wasn't part of the large dataset that was used to train AI models, but many of his others were. (credit: Marques Brownlee)

AI models at Apple, Salesforce, Anthropic, and other major technology players were trained on tens of thousands of YouTube videos without the creators' consent and potentially in violation of YouTube's terms, according to a new report appearing in both Proof News and Wired...

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Monday July 15

15:30
Elon Musk Announces Record-Breaking Usage for X

In a recent tweet, Elon Musk shared a milestone achievement for his social media platform, X (formerly known as Twitter), revealing a surge in global user engagement. Musk proudly announced, “X usage hit another all-time high yesterday with 417 billion user-seconds globally!” This marks a significant leap in the platform’s usage metrics, highlighting its growing […]

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12:29
Apple Explains How to Identify Social Engineering...

Apple has updated a support document with helpful advice about how to identify and report social engineering attacks such as phishing messages, phony support calls, and more. Share it widely!

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09:15
Default Folder X 6.0.8

Brings support for adding URLs as Favorites and opening them in your default Web browser. ($39.95 new, free update, 17.5 MB, macOS 10.13+)

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09:13
1Password 8.10.36

Adds support for generating QR codes for Wi-Fi networks. ($35.88 annual subscription, free update, 4.8 MB, macOS 10.15+)

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09:12
Firefox 128

Introduces a beta text translation feature. (Free, 147.2 MB, macOS 10.15+)

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09:05
Nitro PDF Pro 14.3

PDF editing app adds a new home screen and improves visibility of export options. ($179.99 new, free update, 561.2 MB, macOS 10.14+)

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08:59
Apple Unveils HomePod Mini in Midnight

Apple has announced the launch of its HomePod mini in a new midnight color, crafted with 100 percent recycled mesh fabric. Standing at just 3.3 inches tall, the HomePod mini delivers a powerful audio experience in a compact form. The seamless, acoustically transparent mesh exterior and edge-to-edge backlit touch surface ensure the smart speaker blends […]

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Sunday July 14

05:50
iPhone 19 to Revolutionize Optical Zoom

The upcoming iPhone 19, slated for release in the second half of 2027, promises a groundbreaking upgrade to its tetraprism camera system. This enhancement aims to surpass the advancements expected in the iPhone 17 and iPhone 18, thus setting a new benchmark in optical zoom capabilities. Improved Optical Zoom on the iPhone 19 The iPhone […]

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04:58
UTM SE: Apple Approves First PC Emulator App for iOS

In a surprising turnaround, Apple has approved the UTM SE app. This allows users to emulate classic software and games on iOS, iPadOS, and visionOS devices. This decision comes weeks after the tech giant initially rejected the application and barred it from being notarized for third-party app stores in the European Union. UTM SE is […]

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04:26
Delta Retro Game Emulator Now Available on iPad

Retro gaming enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate. The popular Delta emulator has officially launched on the iPad. This significant update to version 1.6 brings the beloved emulator, previously only available on iPhone, to the larger screens of Apple’s tablet lineup. Expanded Features for iPad Users Since its debut on the App Store, Delta has […]

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Friday July 12

15:13
The Real System Requirements for Apple’s 2024...

Apple’s upcoming operating systems have good historical hardware support, but devils dance in the details. Two MacBook Airs, three iPads, and three Apple Watches fall by the wayside this year. Older devices that are generally compatible won’t be able to take advantage of all the new features. Read on to find out what your devices will support.

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08:58
Adam Engst Joining CCATP Podcast Regularly

If you like TidBITS and Apple tech podcasts, take note: Adam Engst is now a regular contributor to Allison Sheridan’s Chit Chat Across the Pond podcast. For the inaugural episode, they talk about how to avoid missing calendar and reminder notifications and a slew of related topics.

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Thursday July 11

08:47
Apple settles EU probe by opening up its mobile...

Enlarge (credit: Maskot | Maskot)

In two weeks, iPhone users in the European Union will be able to use any mobile wallet they like to complete "tap and go" payments with the ease of using Apple Pay.

The change comes as part of a settlement with the European Commission (EC), which investigated Apple for potentially shutting out rivals by denying access to the "Near Field Communication" (NFC) technology on its devices that enables the "tap and go" feature. Apple did not develop this technology, which is free for developers, the EC said, and going forward, Apple agreed to not...

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07:05
TUAW Joins iLounge as an AI-Powered Zombie Site 

The Unofficial Apple Weblog, an early player in the Apple blogosphere that has been defunct for a decade, has been revived as an AI-powered site that rewrites content from other sites. iLounge suffered the same fate. Avoid both sites from now on.

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05:46
Fast Company’s View of the Internet in 1994,...

Curious about what the Internet was like 30 years ago, in 1994? Fast Company has published an article looking at 15 websites from that year, but for a much more comprehensive (and amusing) view, check out the “Internet Explorer’s Kit for Macintosh” book by Adam Engst and Bill Dickson, now available online.

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Wednesday July 10

14:56
Latest Apple Arcade additions show Apple is looking...

Enlarge / Vampire Survivors on the iPhone. It doesn't look like much, but it sure is addictive. (credit: Samuel Axon)

Apple recently announced new games coming to Apple Arcade, its gaming subscription service for iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple TVs, and Vision Pro headsets. The headlining title is Vampire Survivors, an indie hit that combined the gameplay of bullet hell shooters and the addictive quality of clickers to become a mega sensation two years ago. Also coming is Temple Run: Legends, an updated take on the popular game from 2011.

Vampire Survivors was already available on the App Store, but it was ad-supported,...

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11:53
Three betas in, iOS 18 testers still can’t try out...

Enlarge (credit: Apple)

The beta-testing cycle for Apple's latest operating system updates is in full swing—earlier this week, the third developer betas rolled out for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15 Sequoia, and the rest of this fall's updates. The fourth developer beta ought to be out in a couple of weeks, and it's reasonably likely to coincide with the first betas that Apple offers to the full public (though the less-stable developer-only betas got significantly more public last year when Apple stopped making people pay for a developer account to access them).

Many of the new updates' features are present and available to test...

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08:17
OpenAI board shake-up: Microsoft out, Apple backs...

Enlarge (credit: Benj Edwards / OpenAI / Microsoft)

Microsoft has withdrawn from its non-voting observer role on OpenAI's board, while Apple has opted not to take a similar position, reports Axios and Financial Times. The ChatGPT maker plans to update its business partners and investors through regular meetings instead of board representation. The development comes as regulators in the EU and US increase their scrutiny of Big Tech's investments in AI startups due to concerns about stifling competition.

Axios reports that on Tuesday, Microsoft's deputy general counsel, Keith Dolliver, sent a letter to OpenAI stating...

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Tuesday July 9

13:50
Testers unearth touchscreen UI in tvOS beta, signs...

Enlarge / A screenshot of tvOS 17. Recent betas have included evidence that Apple is working on a touchscreen-enabled version of the interface. (credit: Andrew Cunningham)

Apple’s tvOS betas are usually among its least exciting; the Apple TV’s operating system has changed so little in the last decade that the most exciting thing to happen to it in recent memory is an extra column of icons.

But this week’s tvOS 18 beta 3 release includes a hidden feature that might be exciting for smart speaker enthusiasts, if not for people who still want their Apple TV boxes to develop exciting new capabilities. 9to5Mac has discovered...

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Monday July 8

15:18
Why AI Web Scraping (Mostly) Doesn’t Bother Me

Despite the seemingly universal outrage about tech companies scraping the open Web to train their models, Adam Engst finds himself largely unperturbed. 

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14:30
After two rejections, Apple approves Epic Games...

Enlarge / Epic Games founder and CEO Tim Sweeney. (credit: Epic Games)

It's been a whirlwind journey of stops and starts, but AppleInsider reports the Epic Game Store for iOS in the European Union has passed Apple's notarization process.

This paves the way for Epic CEO Tim Sweeney to realize his long-stated goal of launching an alternative game store on Apple's closed platform—at least in Europe.

Apple announced plans to allow third-party app stores on iOS in the region earlier this year, complying with the letter of the law (though some say not...

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Saturday July 6

09:17
Just Due It: Persistent Notifications for Tasks

In his continuing search for apps that don’t let you forget something because you missed a single notification, Adam Engst looks at Due, which provides persistent notifications for reminders on all your Apple devices.

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Friday July 5

16:50
Hackers Claim to Have Stolen Phone Numbers of 33...

If you published a two-factor authentication app, wouldn’t you require authenticated requests to all endpoints?

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Wednesday July 3

09:43
Arc 1.49

Brings improvements for the recently introduced Live Calendars feature. (Free, 390.2 MB, macOS 12.1+)

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09:41
Cyberduck 9.0

Open-source file transfer app adds support for versioning of files edited in external application. (Free, 149.6 MB, macOS 10.13+)

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09:00
SpamSieve 3.0.5

Adds compatibility with macOS 15 Sequoia Developer Beta 2. ($39.99 new, free update, 49.5 MB, macOS 10.13+)

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Tuesday July 2

14:56
Exploring Generative AI on the Command Control Power...

In this wide-ranging podcast conversation, Adam Engst and hosts Joe Saponare and Jerry Zigmont explore some of the deeper questions surrounding generative AI.

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14:32
Apple Vision Pro, new cameras fail user-...

Enlarge / Apple's Vision Pro scored 0 points in US PIRG's self-repairability analysis. (credit: Kyle Orland)

In December, New York became the first state to enact a "Right to Repair" law for electronics. Since then, other states, including Oregon and Minnesota, have passed similar laws. However, a recent analysis of some recently released gadgets shows that self-repair still has a long...

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Monday July 1

13:52
Apple Publishes “Longevity, by Design” White Paper

Although much of the white paper addresses issues surrounding repairability, Apple points out that the larger goal of longevity requires a more all-encompassing approach.

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13:30
Fixing Slack for iPhone’s “Only Some People Can Post...

If Slack on the iPhone displays “Only some people can post.” in channels where you should have posting permissions, force-quit it to fix the problem.

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12:45
How Apple Intelligence Sets a New Bar for AI...

Apple Intelligence, backed by the company’s Private Cloud Compute service, takes a new approach to generative AI which prioritizes user security, privacy, and safety. Cloud computing expert and TidBITS security editor Rich Mogull explains how this works, starting with the chips in our iPhones.

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Sunday June 30

23:30
Best MagSafe wireless chargers for iPhone 2024

Macworld

We’ve rounded up the best MagSafe, Qi2 and MagSafe-compatible magnetic chargers, from the plain pad to multi-functional stands (up to six devices charged), and even the most colorful—from snap-on chargers and modular stands to foldable power banks and full desk mats.

Apple’s MagSafe technology, supported by all models of iPhone 12/13/14/15, presents a more efficient way of wirelessly charging compatible iPhones. MagSafe is the ring of magnets around the iPhone 12, 13, 14 and 15’s internal charging coil that senses compatible accessories and magnetically snaps securely into the most efficient charging position with the right accessories. With MagSafe, you’re less likely to wake up to find your phone wasn’t correctly placed on the wireless charger so didn’t charge at all!...

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07:47
Security Bite: Ranking my favorite new privacy...

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Friday June 28

19:02
Apple Developing New Way To Make iPhone Batteries...

According to a report from The Information, Apple is developing a new "electrically induced adhesive debonding" technology that would make iPhone batteries easier to replace. 9to5Mac reports: Currently, replacing an iPhone battery requires using tweezers to remove the existing battery, which is held in place by adhesive strips. Then, you must use a "specialized machine and tray" to press the new battery into place. The new process uses metal instead of foil to cover the battery, as The Information explains: "The new technology --- known as electrically induced adhesive debonding -- involves encasing the battery in metal, rather than foil as it is currently. That would allow people to dislodge the battery from the chassis by administering a small jolt of electricity to the battery, the people said. Consumers still have to pry open the iPhone themselves, which is not an easy process because of the adhesives and screws that keep the iPhone's screen sealed in place."

Even with...

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14:42
Apple’s Vision Pro goes on sale outside the US for...

Enlarge / A Vision Pro on display at an Apple Store in Tokyo. (credit: Apple)

Apple's Vision Pro headset went on sale outside the United States for the first time today, in the first of two waves of expanded availability.

The $3,499 "spatial computing" device launched back in February in the US, but it hasn't taken the tech world by storm. Part of that has been its regional launch, with some of the biggest markets still lacking access.

Apple announced that the product would be sold internationally during its keynote at the Worldwide Developers Conference earlier this month.

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Quicken 7.8

Adds a Watchlist feature that allows monitoring of specific securities for potential trading or investing opportunities. ($59.88/$83.88/$119.88 annual subscription, free update, 3.2 MB, macOS 11+)

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Final Cut Pro 10.8, Compressor 4.8, and Motion 5.8

Adds new machine learning-powered Enhance Light and Color effect to Final Cut Pro and Motion. ($299.99/$49.99/$49.99 new, free update, various sizes, macOS 13.5+)

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OmniFocus 4.3.1

Brings improvements and stability fixes to the task management app. ($74.99 new, free update, 31.5 MB, macOS 13+)

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Lightroom Classic 13.4

Updates support for new cameras and lenses, including the front and back cameras of the recently released iPad Air and iPad Pro. ($9.99/$19.99/$59.99 monthly Creative Cloud subscription, free update, macOS

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Fantastical 3.8.19 and Cardhop 2.2.18

Refreshes Cardhop's contact card design and improves Openings Editor accessibility support in Fantastical. $56.99 annual subscription, free update, 66.1/30.2 MB, macOS 11+)

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Robokiller: Spam Call Blocker subscription price to...

Sometimes the subscription price for an app you love with all your heart goes through the roof. Per Reddit, Apple has sent out a warning that the subscription price for Robokiller: Spam Call Blocker is about to jump from $39.99 per year to $89.99 per year with next to no warning. The price hike will […]

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Thursday June 27

09:25
Apple’s “Longevity, by Design” argues its huge scale...

Enlarge / Apple has a lot to say about the third-party battery market in "Longevity, by Design," specifically about how many batteries fail to meet testing standards. (credit: Apple)

Earlier this week, Apple published a whitepaper titled "Longevity by Design." The purpose, Apple says, is to explain "the company's principles for designing for longevity—a careful balance between product durability and repairability." It also contains some notable changes to Apple's parts pairing and repair technology.

Here is a summary of the action items in the document's 24 pages:

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Apple Diagnostics for Self Service Repair program...

If you’re living in Europe and wish to repair your own Apple hardare, you’re going to like this. Apple on Tuesday announced that the Apple Diagnostics for Self Service Repair are now available in 32 European countries. When you take a faulty device to an Apple Store, or an Apple authorized service provider, they are […]

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iOS 18, macOS Sequoia betas point towards iCloud...

While iCloud Drive is a handy way to manage files and store data, it looks like Apple’s upcomig iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia operating systems will allow you to keep large downloads directly on your device. Per MacRumors and Macworld, Apple is adding a “Keep Downloaded” option that prevents the file from being moved to […]

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Wednesday June 26

11:25
In Your Face Provides Persistent Notifications for...

Tired of being late to meetings because you were focused on a task and missed a subtle notification in the corner of the screen? The In Your Face app takes over the entire Mac screen for its alerts, ensuring you never miss an event again.

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09:43
Apple rejects PC emulators on the iOS App Store

Enlarge / Don't get your hopes up—this iOS version of Doom was ported from open source code, not run via a classic PC emulator. (credit: Tom Kidd)

Earlier this year, Apple started officially allowing "retro game emulators" on the iOS App Store without the need for cumbersome jailbreaking or sideloading. But if you want to emulate retro PC games on your iOS device, you are apparently still out of...

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ChatGPT for Mac now available for all users

If you’re hankering for AI goodness ahead of the release of macOS Sequoia’s and Apple Intelligence, you’re going to like this. The new ChatGPT app for Mac is now available for all users beyond the Plus subscribers, and can readily perform functions such as taking screenshots, analyzing files, and reviewing text with just a keyboard […]

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macOS 15 beta 2 notes point towards less drive space...

This should come in handy, or at least alleviate a minor headache when installing the macOS or applications. Apple on Tuesday announced that beginning with macOS Sequoia, app downloads and installations from the Mac App Store will no longer require double the amount of local storage space available. Instead, the free space requirement now matches […]

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Tuesday June 25

14:37
OpenAI’s ChatGPT for Mac is now available to all...

Enlarge / The app lets you invoke ChatGPT from anywhere in the system with a keyboard shortcut, Spotlight-style. (credit: Samuel Axon)

OpenAI's official ChatGPT app for macOS is now available to all users for the first time, provided they're running macOS Sonoma or later.

It was previously being rolled out gradually to paid subscribers to ChatGPT's Plus premium plan.

The ChatGPT Mac app mostly acts as a desktop window version of the web app, allowing you to carry on back-and-forth prompt-and-response conversations. You can select between the GPT-3.5, GPT-4, and GPT-4o models. It also supports the more specialized GPTs available in the web version, including the DALL-E image generator and custom GPTs...

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Monday June 24

16:09
Apple Says It Won’t Ship Apple Intelligence for EU...

Apple has said the Digital Markets Act’s interoperability requirements will prevent it from shipping Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring, and SharePlay Screen Sharing for EU users in 2024. 

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15:00
Experiencing Art Immersion with the Vision Pro

Using the Art Authority Museum app for the Vision Pro, you can virtually wander among many masterpieces of Western art. Michael Cohen reports on his explorations.

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13:24
iOS 18’s drive-formatting option shows how far...

Enlarge / The 2024 iPad Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon)

Apple has added the ability to format external drives in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, the major software updates for iPhones and iPads due later this year.

While the feature likely won't be tapped by all that many users, its inclusion is fascinating in that it shows just how far Apple has moved away from its original sensibilities with the iPhone and the iPad.

The feature was discovered in the iPadOS 18 beta by artist and developer Kaleb Cadle, who posted about it to his Substack ByteBits a couple of days ago. It was later found in iOS 18 as well.

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10:32
Slack to Stop Storing Historical Content for Free...

Slack will be reducing its data storage needs and trying to incentivize free teams to upgrade by deleting data older than a year from free workspaces. Only the last 90 days of data is visible anyway; the change affects only those who upgrade to a paid plan and would previously have recovered all old data.

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10:02
Microsoft Office for Mac 16.86.1

Brings improvements and bug fixes to Outlook. ($149.99 new for one-time purchase, $99.99/$69.99 annual subscription options, free update, macOS 12+)

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09:52
Mactracker 7.12.17

Adds updates for the recent iPad releases. (Free, 220.6 MB, macOS 10.12+)

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16:50
Android 5.0 Lollipop still hard to find, full of...

Google's Android team has advised outside security researchers that it will no longer fix security bugs found in Jelly Bean or earlier releases, despite the fact that "pre-KitKat 4.4" software powers the majority of active users' devices currently accessing Google Play. Meanwhile, less than 0.1 percent of Android users have received Android 5.0, and those who have report an "unfinished/unpolished" experience.

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13:32
Hands On: Chrome Remote Desktop (OS X, iOS)

Imagine squeezing your retina iMac screen down onto an iPhone 5. You can do it. It might look a bit silly and initially you might wonder why you'd bother, but it has long been possible to see and remotely control your Macs and PCs on even your iPhone. Now Google has released Chrome Remote Desktop for iOS and you can do it for free. You'll do it, too: try this once and you will forever keep finding other reasons why it's incredibly useful. It's fantastic when you forget a file, for instance, and can now just find and email it to yourself from afar. And it will save your soul, your sanity and yo...



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