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An Apple ebooks antitrust investigation being carried out by the European Union has been closed without reaching a conclusion.

The EU says the probe ended is because the complaint against the company has been withdrawn, but that’s likely because it had become irrelevant …

The Camera Control feature I was most looking forward to was half-press to lock focus and exposure – a key feature of traditional cameras.

While I’m very happy to have this in the latest beta, testing it in real-life use definitely confirms its status as the first attempt at a beta feature …

Bloomberg yesterday reported that Apple is currently testing an “LLM Siri” within the company, with the intention of announcing it as an iOS 19 feature.

That will likely see it previewed in June at WWDC 2025, but the report says that it won’t actually go live before the spring of 2026 …

Apple has been running many different ads to promote the iPhone 16 – and most of them are related to Apple Intelligence. This time, however, the company has launched a new ad focused on highlighting the performance of the A18 Pro chip, which powers the iPhone 16 Pro models.

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More than a year ago, WhatsApp began testing a new feature for transcribing audio messages into text. The feature was only available to beta users, but starting today, everyone can benefit from voice message transcripts on WhatsApp.

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Corvus, one of the leading cyber insurance providers, has published its quarterly Cyber Threat Report for Q3 2024, focused on the shifting ransomware landscape. While the rising number of ransomware attacks should be no surprise to anyone, the report outlines how cybercriminals are becoming more competitive and adopting more aggressive strategies rather than waiting for the next mass-exploit event.

I’ve had my M4 Mac mini for two weeks now, and it still seems kind of remarkable that this tiny little box can do so much. My uses for the M4 mini are probably unconventional, but that’s also the beauty of the product: it serves a versatile set of needs, all at a very low price point (now $499). Here are my takeaways after a fortnight of use.

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While Apple is in the midst of rolling out new Apple Intelligence features as part of iOS 18, it’s also working on yet-to-be-announced features for iOS 19. One of those features is an upgraded version of Siri powered by more advanced large language models, or LLMs. The news was detailed in a new report today from Bloomberg.

This is Rumor Replay, a new weekly column at 9to5Mac that provides a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with my analysis and commentary. Today: Apple Television, AirTag 2 upgrades, iPhone 17 tidbits, and a new Pro Display XDR.

Here are this week’s Apple rumors.

Benjamin and Chance discuss the merits of Apple returning to the long-gestating idea of an Apple television set, in the context of its refocusing on smart home devices. Also, the second-generation AirTag is rumored to arrive in 2025 with some nice enhancements, and Apple’s original film division continues to waver on strategy. 

And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance bemoans Apple’s abandonment of accessories like the MagSafe Battery Pack, and gives his thoughts on the new Belkin strap for Vision Pro. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.

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Last night got a little wild… technologically speaking. Since I was a kid, I’ve loved bringing together my hobbies of playing guitar and doing stuff with computers. Nothing professional, just expressional. So when I was doing just that around 10:30 p.m., the technology stars aligned and I had a gadget epiphany.

The TL;DR is I’m having fun with computers!

Apple Music has announced that its 2024 Artist of the Year is Billie Eilish. And she’s the first artist to ever claim the top crown twice. Here are the details.

The New York Times and Daily News have sued OpenAI and its investor Microsoft over suspicions that ChatGPT was trained on their copyrighted works. Now, it turns out, the lawyers’ research into the training data was erased last week by OpenAI engineers, presumably by accident.

A Satechi M4 Mac mini stand and hub promises to let owners of the new ultra-compact desktop Mac add up to 4TB of fast SSD storage, together with an SD card slot and three USB-A ports.

The upcoming device will be similar to the model already available for the previous generation Mac mini, but don’t expect to take delivery any time soon …

Bitcoin isn’t exactly new—it was first introduced in 2009—but it might be new to you! If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of Bitcoin, don’t worry. Your iPhone has access to various apps that make getting started easier than ever.

If your knowledge of Bitcoin is limited to headlines about the FTX collapse or Sam Bankman-Fried, it’s time to dig deeper. Bitcoin is not the same as other cryptocurrencies and is certainly not a joke. Many believe Apple will eventually integrate a Bitcoin and Lightning Wallet directly into the iPhone.

With Bitcoin prices on the rise in 2024, there’s no better time to learn more. Keep reading for the best resources and the best iPhone apps to kickstart your Bitcoin journey.

Apple has officially announced its Black Friday promotions for this year. Starting November 29, you can score an up to $200 gift card when you buy an eligible Apple product from Apple’s website, app, and retail stores.

As always, you’ll save more if you keep an eye on the deals curated by our friends over at 9to5Toys…

Disney CEO Bob Iger accidentally revealed a key piece of commercially-sensitive data during the company’s most recent earnings call: how many Disney+ subscribers are on ad-supported tier.

He quickly realized his mistake, commenting shortly afterwards that “I don’t know if I was supposed to disclose those AVOD [Ad-based Video On Demand] numbers” …

The popularity of Apple Pay will now see the Cupertino company regulated by the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), a watchdog whose role is normally limited to banks and financial services companies.

The decision means that the bureau will have the power to monitor and regulate Apple’s policies and practices in regard to its mobile wallet services …

The passwordless future is rapidly becoming a reality as more than 200 companies have now added passkey support to their websites and apps. This significant milestone, revealed by the company behind 1Password, signals a growing shift towards more secure and convenient authentication methods.

Shopping for AirPods this holiday season? With Apple’s current lineup of wireless earbuds and headphones, choosing the right model can be confusing. However, this guide simplifies your options so you can find the perfect pair. Whether you’re gifting someone special or treating yourself, there’s an AirPods model to match every need and lifestyle.

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