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- 10:27 pmUK government to ‘encourage’ Apple and Google to include nudity-blocking software in OSes | Mac Daily NewsUK government to ‘encourage’ Apple and Google to include nudity-blocking software in OSes
The UK government is set to urge Apple and Google to embed advanced nudity-detection software directly into device operating systems… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.10:21 pmApple specialists to participate in White House’s ‘Tech Force’ initiative
The White House announced plans to recruit “an elite group of ~1,000 technology specialists” from companies such as Apple to serve two-year terms across federal agencies. Here are the details. more…10:15 pmGet Microsoft Office 2024 for Mac or PC for less than $150
This discounted Microsoft Office for Mac lifetime license is a great alternative to pricey monthly fees and subscriptions. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)09:55 pmGame development diary: Sound, music, and schedule speed bumps
After wrestling with Welsh for my iPhone game "Character Limit," there were two changes of pace in the last month. Both in terms of the work being carried out and when the game will actually ship.A build of my game 'Character Limit' running on an iPhoneIt's fair to say that, in my last development log, my implementation of Welsh was not one that was kind to the development schedule. Retrofitting multiple languages into a game that previously worked in one is hard, but necessary if I want to add more to the game.Indeed, the work on Welsh has taken so long that, while it technically works almost like it did before, there are still small elements that need fixing. There's enough crossover with things I want to change and update that they can be rolled up as part of the same item on the whiteboard to-do list. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:52 pmNew in iOS 26.3: Android transfer settings, third-party notification forwarding
The first developer beta of iOS 26.3 is here, and with it, settings that make transferring to Android easier and notification forwarding for third-party wearables.iOS 26.3 delivers new settings for notification forwarding, and makes moving to Android easier.On Monday, just days after iOS 26.2 made its way to the general public, Apple started the iOS 26.3 beta testing cycle. The iPhone software update has the build number 23D5089e, up from 23C55 on the public release of iOS 26.2As a whole, iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 brought about a multitude of changes, the most visible being Apple's controversial "Liquid Glass" design language. The following update, iOS 26.1, delivered new toggles for existing system features, along with additional customization settings for Liquid Glass. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:43 pm9to5Mac Daily: December 15, 2025 – iOS 26.2 now available
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. Sponsored by Backblaze: Give yourself the gift of peace of mind. Till the end of the month, 9to5Mac listeners get 30% off with code 9to5Xmas. more…09:40 pmDevelopers get first look at iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3
There are new iOS 26.3 and macOS 26.3 betas from Apple. Developers can now begin testing and discovering new features. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)09:19 pmTelegram finally adds passkeys support
With the latest update, Telegram users can now create a passkey to instantly log in to their accounts without needing an SMS code or password. Here’s how to activate it. more…09:14 pmThis hidden iOS feature is my daily go-to when using AirPods Pro 3
I use AirPods Pro 3 all day, every day while I work, and there’s one hidden iOS tool that I’ve found pairs perfectly with the product: it’s a little-known feature called Background Sounds. more…08:37 pmiOS 26.3 beta reveals how Apple plans to handle EU-required notification forwarding
The first iOS 26.3 beta includes a new user interface in preparation for the EU rule that will require Apple to allow third-party devices to access users’ notifications. Here’s how it’s going to work more…08:32 pmProtect your iPhone: Update to iOS 26.2 now for critical security fixes
iOS 26.2 security updates are crucial. Install now to protect your iPhone from newly identified threats and security vulnerabilities. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:27 pmApple Music now available natively in all GM vehicles with standard streaming; Cadillac debuts studio-grade Spatial Audio in Dolby Atmos | Mac Daily NewsApple Music now available natively in all GM vehicles with standard streaming; Cadillac debuts studio-grade Spatial Audio in Dolby Atmos
Apple Music is coming natively to GM vehicles. Starting today, the app begins rolling out to select 2025 and newer Cadillac and Chevrolet… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:53 pmiPhone Fold Touch ID rumor appears again, suggesting Face ID too thick
A new report says Apple's iPhone Fold may skip Face ID in favor of a slimmer side-mounted Touch ID sensor, citing thinness as an issue.iPhone Fold renderApple's long-rumored foldable iPhone, often referred to as the iPhone Fold, is widely expected to debut in 2026 based on repeated analyst and supply chain reports. While Apple hasn't confirmed the device, rumors over several years have consistently pointed to a book-style foldable focused on thinness and durability.Details shared on December 15 by Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station describe a book-style foldable iPhone focused on thinness and durability. The report highlights a side-mounted Touch ID sensor instead of Face ID. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:46 pmiOS 26.3 beta arrives launch of new Siri nears
Macworld Following the release of iOS 16.2 on Friday, December 12, the first beta release of iOS 26.3 was made available to developers a few days later, on December 15. We expect a final release to the public sometime in late January or early February. This is reportedly the last minor refresh before iOS 26.4 brings the revamped Siri upgrade we’ve waited over a year to get. iOS 26.3 beta: What’s new We don’t yet know what new features and changes to expect in iOS 26.3. We’ll update this section as we learn more. Easier switching between Android and iPhone: We expect iOS 26.3 will ship with support for an easier iOS/Android switching system made in collaboration with Google, and at the behest of the European Union. You can about that here. iOS 26.3 beta: How to install the public beta If you want to test the iOS 26 beta releases but are not a registered developer, follow these steps: Click Sign Up on the Apple Beta page and register with your Apple ID. Log in to the Beta Software Program. Click Enroll your iOS device. Open the Settings app, tap General, then Software Update. In the Beta Updates section, select the iOS Public Beta. It may take a few moments after registering for the beta option to appear in Software Update. iOS 26.3 beta: How to install the developer beta You’ll need to be registered as an Apple developer, but a free developer account will do. You can get one via Xcode or the Apple Developer app in iOS. Here’s how to do it via the Apple Developer app: Download the Apple Developer App from the App Store. Open the app. Tap on Account. Sign in using your usual Apple ID. Find out everything you need to know about iOS 26 in our iOS 26 superguide.07:42 pmApple's 2026 executive shuffle is only the beginning as Cook nears retirement
Multiple retirements and a surprise departure has caused quite the change to Apple's leadership page. Here's how Apple's executive structure is expected to look in early 2026.CEO Tim Cook will see more changes to the Apple org chart than usual heading into 2026The body of people who run a company isn't static, as people join and leave organizations, and change their roles within them, all the time. With about 164,000 people in its ranks, Apple isn't immune to this phenomenon at all.That said, while most changes will be at low and mid-tier levels of the organizational chart, alterations at the top can have a big impact on everyone else below. Changes at a senior level are certainly impactful, C-level especially so. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:40 pmApple TV app update brings Google Cast support on Android
An update to the Apple TV app on Android phones and tablets today finally introduces Google Cast support, thus closing a big functionality gap since the launch earlier this year. more…07:39 pmToday in Apple history: AirPods Max supersize Apple’s audio magic
December 15, 2020, Apple released AirPods Max, its first over-ear headphones, touting the device's design and advanced computational audio. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)07:38 pmFirst developer betas of iOS 26.3, macOS Tahoe 26.3 now available
Apple has restarted the beta-testing process once again, with developer builds of iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, visionOS 26.3, and macOS Tahoe 26.3 now available.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleAfter the public release of the 26.2 generation, which includes iOS 26.2 and others with the same version number, Apple is now working on the next set of updates.iOS 26.3 beta 1 is build 23D5089e Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:38 pmUK to “encourage” Apple and Google to put nudity-blocking systems on phones
Government seeks "nudity-detection algorithms" in iOS and Android, report says.07:32 pmMagSafe Monday: ESR delivers near wired charging speeds with its new Qi 2.2 3-in-1 charging station | 9 to 5 MacMagSafe Monday: ESR delivers near wired charging speeds with its new Qi 2.2 3-in-1 charging station
For me, Qi 2.2 is quietly becoming one of the biggest upgrades to MagSafe we have seen since it launched with the iPhone 12. Faster charging speeds, better heat management, and stronger magnets make wireless charging feel a lot closer to a wired experience. ESR is already out front with hardware that takes full advantage of it, and their new 3-in-1 charging station is one of the best examples yet. more…