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Confidential Apple data revealed by antitrust reports; now recalled
Two reports published by India’s competition regulator contained confidential Apple data, according to a complaint by the company.
The antitrust body has now asked recipients to return the reports so that the sensitive data can be redacted in new versions …
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TikTok on Monday announced a major update coming to its platform. Users can now create and send messages for group chats for the first time in the app. In addition, TikTok is bringing stickers to direct messages. Read on as we detail everything that changes with the latest TikTok update.
Expand Expanding CloseAn ‘iPhone Air’ makes more sense than an ultra high-end iPhone Slim
We’ve been hearing multiple rumors about a potential new iPhone 17 model that will have a new, slimmer design. The first rumors about this “iPhone Slim” suggested that this version would be positioned as an ultra high-end model and could cost more than an iPhone Pro Max. However, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has now pointed out that iPhone Slim will be more like an “iPhone Air” – and that puts all the rumors in a whole new direction.
Expand Expanding CloseComparing Apple’s latest App Store changes in the EU to Google’s Play Store guidelines
Last week, Apple announced changes to its compliance strategy with the Digital Markets Act in the European Union. These changes apply to apps that link to a web page and include a new fee structure centered around the Initial Acquisition Fee and the Store Services Fee.
As it turns out, Apple’s changes to its guidelines around linking out in the EU are quite similar to Google’s Play Store policies in the EU – but with a few key differences. Here’s how the two arrangements stack up.
Expand Expanding CloseiDOS 3 now available on the App Store after Apple changes its gudelines on PC emulators
For years, Apple has prevented developers from distributing any kind of emulators for iOS on the App Store. However, as the company faces pressure from the European Union with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) antitrust legislation, iPhone and iPad emulators are now allowed. Thanks to this, iDOS 3 is now available on the App Store.
Expand Expanding CloseiOS 18 public beta 4 and more now available, here’s what’s new
Today just hours after releasing iOS 18 developer beta 6, the companion public beta update is now available as public beta 4. New public betas for macOS Sequoia, iPadOS 18, and more have dropped too. Here’s what’s new in public beta 4.
Expand Expanding CloseThese retro accessories bring classic Apple designs to your iPhone and Watch
Apple has a rich history of distinctive product designs. So much so that some of its classic product looks can inspire deep nostalgia and affection even decades later. Here are some wonderfully nostalgia-inducing accessories for the iPhone and Apple Watch that will make your modern device look and feel a little more retro.
Expand Expanding CloseUse iMac as monitor: How to create a Mac to Mac, PC to Mac, or iPad to Mac setup
Want to find a way to use iMac as a monitor? While Apple’s target display mode is limited to 2009 to 2014 iMacs, fortunately, there are several other options to make use of that nice big screen on your old or new iMac as a monitor.
Expand Expanding CloseNew AirPods Pro 2 firmware now available for developers
Today has been a big one for Apple beta releases. But the company has one more thing in store for developers. New developer firmware for AirPods Pro 2 just dropped, and is available now.
Expand Expanding CloseMagSafe Monday: Looking for a low-cost 3 in 1 MagSafe charger with Standby support? Check out this option
Keeping all your Apple devices charged in a simple way that doesn’t require multiple chargers is the goal of every desk and nightstand. There are countless options for accomplishing this goal, but what if you want to keep the cost down? I recently picked up the TEGISPAK 3 in 1 Wireless Charger, and it’s a great option for a low-cost MagSafe desk charger that can also charge AirPods and Apple Watch.
Expand Expanding CloseApple releases macOS Sequoia 15.1 beta 2 for developers
Alongside iOS 18.1 beta 2, Apple is also now rolling out macOS Sequoia 15.1 beta 2 for developers. This update includes the first set of Apple Intelligence features and comes two weeks after Apple kickstarted macOS Sequoia 15.1 beta testing two weeks ago.
Expand Expanding CloseBeta 6 for developers now available: visionOS 2, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more
Apple has released new betas for its array of software platforms. Joining the just-released iOS 18 beta 6 and iOS 18.1 beta 2, developer beta 6 is now available for iPadOS 18, visionOS 2, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseiOS 18 developer beta 6 now available
Apple has released the latest developer beta for iOS 18. Beta 6 comes less than a week after beta 5 debuted, and confirms releases are ramping up leading into the fall.
Expand Expanding CloseiOS 18.1 beta 2 with Apple Intelligence now rolling out to developers
Apple is now rolling out iOS 18.1 beta 2 to developers, two weeks after it began iOS 18.1 beta testing. iOS 18.1 includes the first set of Apple Intelligence features, including a redesigned Siri, Writing Tools, and more.
Here’s everything you need to know about the current iOS 18 beta cycle…
Expand Expanding Close9to5Mac Daily: August 12, 2024 – OLED iPads, future Vision plans
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
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Expand Expanding CloseApple forcing Patreon to use in-app purchase system or be removed from App Store
For years, Patreon has been exempt from Apple’s 30% App Store cut for reasons that weren’t entirely clear. But that era is about to end. The popular crowdfunding platform has announced to creators that supporters will need to start using Apple’s in-app payment system soon.
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: M2 Pro Mac mini $150 off, 16GB M3 MacBook Air $1,150, Sony XM4 Headphones $150 off, Series 9, more
We are now ready to kick off another week in deals with today’s price drops on MacBooks, Mac mini, Apple Watch, headphones, and more. We are now tracking the M2 Pro Mac mini at $1,150 or $150 off its going rate to join ongoing M3 MacBook Air offers including a new 13-inch model with 16GB of RAM down at $1,150. Then it’s over to the wearables where you’ll find Series 9 models at $100 off once again to sit alongside the return of this year’s, arguably, best headphone Prime Day deal – the Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones at $198 shipped. Head below for a closer look at everything on sale today down below.
Expand Expanding CloseAirPods Pro 3: Here’s everything we know so far
Apple’s iPhone 16 event is only weeks away, and new AirPods are expected to debut there too. But will the next-generation AirPods Pro 3 be among them? Here’s everything we know about the AirPods Pro 3 release date and expected features.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Vision Pro micro-OLED displays are still expensive to make, but prices are gradually falling
A primary contributor to the high price of Apple Vision Pro is the displays it uses; two cutting-edge 4K micro-OLED displays, one for each eye. Research analysts at Omdia report the current 1.4-inch OLED displays cost Apple about $300 each.
That means, of the $3500 starting price for the Apple Vision Pro, about 20% (~$600) of that money just goes to paying for the cost of the displays. (That’s not counting the outward facing EyeSight display, either). The good news for the future Vision Pro roadmap is that cost of these micro-OLED panels is coming down, albeit slowly.
Expand Expanding CloseHow the iPhone maker ensures Apple Intelligence safety: Triggering, red teaming, and more
A research paper explains how Apple Intelligence is designed, and the steps the company takes to ensure the safety of the models.
The paper also gives a glimpse into the scale and complexity of the on-device AI capabilities, noting that the core model which runs entirely on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac has around three billion parameters …
Expand Expanding CloseAfter micro-LED Apple Watch cancellation, LG seeking compensation
It was reported earlier this year that Apple cancelled plans for a micro-LED Apple Watch, finding them too difficult to produce in the quantities that would be needed.
Display supplier LG was set to make a key component for this display, and is now said to be seeking compensation for the cancellation of the project …
Expand Expanding Close2025 iPhone SE with iPhone 14 form factor and Apple Intelligence sounds like a winner
All reports point to the 2025 iPhone SE being a huge upgrade from the 2022 model, but the more we hear about it, the more it looks set to prove a very viable option for those who want a modern iPhone without paying flagship prices.
A reasonably contemporary form factor, and the ability to use Apple Intelligence features, mean it’s set to deliver a lot of bang for the buck …
Expand Expanding CloseReport: Slim iPhone 17 model is just a “step toward something better”
In the latest Power On Newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman clarifies some details about next year’s slim iPhone 17 model, which he refers to as an iPhone 17 “Air.” The analyst also goes on to provide details about Apple’s future iPhone plans, including a “Pro” model with a slimmer chassis, as well as the possibility of a folding iPhone.
Expand Expanding ClosePaid Apple Intelligence features are likely at least 3 years away
Some analysts this week started reporting that Apple could charge as much as $20/month for paid Apple Intelligence features. While that may be true, we likely won’t see Apple charging for these features for at least 3 years.
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