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Apple Releases Critical Security Updates for macOS and visionOS
Apple releases critical security updates for macOS Sequoia 15.1.1 and visionOS 2.1.1, addressing actively exploited vulnerabilities.
Apple Releases iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1 with Important Security Fixes
Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1 with critical security fixes. Update recommended for all users. No new features added.
Apple to Up the Investment by 10 Times to Sell iPhone 16 in Indonesia
Apple boosts investment in Indonesia from $10m to $100m, aiming to lift iPhone 16 sales ban amid strict local content regulations.
Apple's New M4 Macs Face Virtualization Limitations
Apple’s M4 Macs can’t run macOS VMs older than 13.4 Ventura, limiting virtualization options for developers and testers.
Here’s Why Even the Older M1 Macs Can Run Apple Intelligence
Apple’s silicon efforts since 2017 set the stage for on-device AI, with the Neural Engine redesign enabling advanced AI on M1 Macs.
Apple Releases Third Beta of visionOS 2.2 and tvOS 18.2
Apple releases visionOS 2.2 and tvOS 18.2 beta 3, adding Mac display options and new screensavers. Public beta for tvOS now available.
iCloud Is Giving Up on iOS 8 in 30 Days’ Time
Apple ends iCloud backup support for iOS 8 and earlier. Users must update or find alternatives by Dec 18, 2024, to avoid data loss.
Apple Users Report Persistent Photo Editing Issue in iOS 18
An iOS 18 photo editing bug prevents iPhone users from saving edits. Users report errors, with iPhone 16 models being most affected. Apple is working on a fix.
Apple’s TV Launch Depends on Success of Smart Display
Apple is evaluating a branded TV set, contingent on the success of upcoming smart displays, according to Mark Gurman’s newsletter.
Why Trump's Win Might Be Apple's Win as Well
Trump’s re-election may benefit Apple, as CEO Tim Cook’s past rapport could help navigate tariffs and regulatory challenges.
Tata to Acquire Majority Stake in Taiwanese Pegatron's iPhone Plant in India
Tata Electronics acquires majority stake in Pegatron’s iPhone plant, boosting its position as Apple supplier and India’s manufacturing role.
Apple M4 Max GPU Benchmarks Show Strong Competition Against NVIDIA RTX Cards
M4 Max GPU benchmarks reveal competitive performance against NVIDIA RTX cards, scoring 5208.78 in Blender tests, close to RTX 4080 GPU.
Apple Phases Out Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter 8 Years After Launching
Apple discontinues Lightning to 3.5mm adapter, signaling shift to USB-C and wireless audio for iPhones. Limited availability remains.
AirTag 2 Could Make It “Difficult for Someone to Remove the Speaker”
Apple’s AirTag 2.0 set for mid-2025 launch. Expect improved range, better privacy features, and an upgraded wireless chip.
The New M4 MacBook Pro Has a Quantum Dot Display; What Is It?
New M4 MacBook Pro features unannounced quantum dot display, offering improved color and motion performance. What does this mean for users?
Reports Say Samsung Making Galaxy S25 ‘Slim’ As the Answer to iPhone 17 Slim
Samsung plans Galaxy S25 ‘Slim’ to rival rumored iPhone 16 Slim, aiming for thinnest 2025 smartphone amid Apple’s design challenges.
OpenAI Improves ChatGPT for Mac with Coding App Integration
ChatGPT for Mac now integrates with coding apps, easing workflows for developers by allowing direct code interaction with AI assistance.
These Could Be the Upcoming New Emojis on Your iPhone
New emoji proposals for 2026: Bigfoot, orca, and more. Learn about Unicode 17’s potential additions to your iPhone’s emoji keyboard.
Tim Cook Loses Out to Microsoft CEO and 4 Others as Most Powerful Person in Business
Tim Cook ranks 6th in Fortune’s inaugural 100 Most Powerful People in Business list, behind leaders from Tesla, Nvidia, and Microsoft.
Don't Leave Your iPhone Unattended for 3+ Days If You Forget Your Passcode Easily
New iPhone security feature reboots devices after 72 hours, enhancing protection but potentially inconveniencing forgetful users.
Apple Releases First-of-Its-Kind Immersive Music Experience for Vision Pro Feat. The Weeknd
Apple launches “The Weeknd: Open Hearts,” an immersive music experience for Vision Pro, showcasing spatial computing capabilities.
Final Cut Pro 11 Has Apple Intelligence's Image Clean Up, But For Videos
Final Cut Pro 11 adds AI-powered Magnetic Mask, auto-captioning, and spatial video editing for Apple Vision Pro, enhancing pro workflows.
Don’t Expect an iRing As Apple “Not Interested in Undercutting Apple Watch,” Says Oura CEO
Apple unlikely to launch smart ring, says Oura CEO. Company focused on Apple Watch, avoiding potential sales cannibalization.