In this jam packed launch episode, Sophia Tung and Zac Hall dive deep into DeepSeek’s arrival to the AI race, how NVIDIA and OpenAI are responding, and the state of current AI tools; this week’s biggest tech surprises, what has us excited and what has us concerned, and much more.
Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles kicks off on Sunday evening at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.
Kendrick Lamar will lead the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show, which means New Orleans is also host to several top executives from Apple this weekend.
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[Update: Now available with new models and on the Mac.]
Craft is a robust and beautiful documents app with AI integration primarily through ChatGPT. Now Craft has shipped an AI-focused update that actually shows off the power of on-device, offline AI…
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After years of rumors, Apple appears to finally be preparing to release the redesigned iPhone SE 4. Mark Gurman reports for Bloomberg that the new entry level iPhone could be announced as early as next week:
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Apple has announced tax and price updates for the App Store and other digital storefronts in various markets, with some changes taking effect immediately. Some changes are scheduled to start in the coming weeks and months.
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Long before Sonos got in the business of shipping cursed apps, the connected audio company had dreams of releasing a MagSafe speaker for iPhone.
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If 27-inch 5K displays aren’t your thing, BenQ’s 32-inch 4K monitor is a fun option I’ve been testing and loving. The BenQ RD320UA 32-inch Ergo Arm Programming Monitor with MoonHalo is designed to maximize comfort during long coding (or writing) sessions.
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Apple officially launched Apple Invites on Tuesday, giving iPhone users a new way to create rich digital invitations for real events.
One day later, Apple released Apple Invites version 1.0.1 with some improvements to the original version of the app.
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Speaking of Jason Snell, he and I played a round of Clockwise with Rosemary Orchard and Dan Moren today. Check out the podcast episode below.
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iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus were fantastic smartphones in 2016 and 2017, but they did experience a so-called “Loop Disease” in some instances. For that reason, a class action lawsuit was filed years ago and eventually approved last year. A year later, former iPhone 7 customers are starting to receive their settlement payments.
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Speaking of Apple Vision Pro, there are some nice pieces reflecting on the product’s first year.
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Did you know that Apple provides a discount to veterans and military members? Apple Vision Pro has finally been added to the Veterans and Military Purchase Program at a discounted price.
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You’re not alone, Discord is down globally.
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The next Apple Watch Activity Challenge is just around the corner. Customers will soon be notified about the upcoming Heart Month Challenge set for February 14.
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Apple may be hitting home runs with new iPhone apps lately, but it’s striking out completely when it comes to iPad support.
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Apple is in the midst of squeezing more money out of AppleCare+ warranties. In addition to discontinuing most paid upfront plans, Apple is also increasing the cost of AppleCare+ subscriptions for all iPhones.
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Update: Officially announced and now available on the App Store.
The stage is set for “Apple Invites” to arrive at any point now. The new feature first revealed by 9to5Mac has now been named on Apple’s iCloud website. 9to5Mac has also learned much more about how the new app and service will work. Read on for details…
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Ever wish your MacBook wouldn’t boot up every time you open the lid or connect it to power? Apple has published an official support document detailing how to disable the feature.
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Microsoft is updating Outlook for Mac to include one of the best new features Apple has added to Mail in recent years. The update also brings Outlook for Mac up to speed with the Windows and web version when it comes to this capability.
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Both Apple and Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney have provided responses below…
Apple has been legally required to approve a pornography app for iPhone users in EU markets due to regulatory actions put in place by Europe’s Digital Markets Act. Since launching the App Store in 2008, Apple’s policy has been to prevent apps explicitly for distributing pornography from being listed in the App Store.
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Have an iPhone 11? Apple just released a new build of last week’s iOS 18.3 software update just for you.
iOS 18.3 build 22D64 is now available for iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max. The five-year-old model received the same update to iOS 18.3 last week as other iPhone models. The new build suggests something specific to the iPhone 11 line needed resolved with a new build.
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Apple Vision Pro can transport you from a small, distracting room to an expansive outdoor landscape with the flick of a dial. These immersive environments are great for escaping — especially Mount Hood and the Moon.
But here’s the thing. Bora Bora is perfect for relaxation — but the beach makes me want to unplug, not type away at a keyboard. Next, I would love to see Apple tackle more populated spaces like libraries and cafés.
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On this date a year ago, I was first in line for a demo of Apple Vision Pro at Apple Lakeside Shopping Center in New Orleans. Anticipating a crowd, I arrived an hour before the store opened. However, I still would have been first in line if I arrived 10 minutes early. It was launch day for Apple Vision Pro, unveiled eight months earlier, and many people were still discovering it was now available.
One year later, Apple Vision Pro has improved enough through software updates to make it more capable than on day one.
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The 2025 Grammys are one of the biggest televised concerts of the year, bringing together top artists and unique performances — here’s how to stream today’s event live on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and more (for free).
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