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- 09:03 pmUpcoming M5 Vision Pro creates a unique dilemma for Apple
Over the weekend, we received multiple updates on future Vision products. While some of the news involved delays, the biggest positive for me was affirmation that a new Vision Pro with M5 chip is still expected in 2025. But the more I think about it, the more mixed I feel. Here’s why. more…08:26 pmApple’s App Store mistakenly approves app that streams pirated movies
Another illegal streaming app was approved by Apple's App Store that surfaced pirated films for people in certain regions outside the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:12 pmiOS 18.2 adds new Find My options to help users find lost items
Getting help to find lost items will become much easier with the next iOS update. That’s because Apple is adding new options to the Find My app with iOS 18.2 that will let users share the location of an or other lost item with anyone, not just friends or family. more…08:02 pmMasimo's claims falter as Apple defends smartwatch designs in court
Apple and Masimo's patent and trade secret dispute has intensified through lawsuits as Apple defends its innovations and Masimo's claims are rejected in court.Apple Watch UltraApple and medical equipment maker Masimo have been embroiled in lawsuits highlighting the high-stakes nature of intellectual property in technology. Initially rooted in Masimo's allegations of trade secret misappropriation, the dispute has expanded to include patent infringement claims across multiple states and legal venues.The bench trial starts Tuesday. Here's what's at stake, and how Apple plans on defending itself. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:55 pmApple removed iMac option to buy color-matched trackpad and mouse together
Apple’s M4 iMac is available for pre-order ahead of its arrival this Friday, and with USB-C accessories. But some buyers have noticed a change to the purchase process compared to previous iMacs. With the M4 model, you can no longer get both the Magic Trackpad and Magic Mouse. Here’s why that matters. more…07:40 pmHow to watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving for free
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you should put the beloved Peanuts holiday special "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" on your calendar. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)07:21 pmiOS 18.2 beta 2 adds focus and exposure lock to Camera Control on iPhone 16
When Apple announced the in September, the company showcased some of the capabilities of the new Camera Control – including the ability to switch between camera modes and swipe to zoom. But there was one feature missing, and it’s now coming with the latest beta of iOS 18.2. That’s the ability to lock focus and exposure using Camera Control. more…07:18 pmMagSafe Monday: ESR 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station review:
I recently had the chance to test out the with CryoBoost, and after using it for several weeks, I can confidently say it’s one of the better MagSafe charging stations I’ve tried—especially for those fully invested in the Apple world. more…07:00 pmvisionOS 2.2 adds new Wide and Ultrawide settings for Mac Virtual Display, more
Apple released the first beta of visionOS 2.2 for developers today. The update comes with an exciting change for Apple Vision Pro users: new “Wide” and “Ultrawide” settings when using Mac Virtual Display. more…06:51 pmiOS 18.2 beta adds ‘Upgrade to ChatGPT Plus’ option to the Settings app
Apple has just released beta 2 for iOS 18.2, and one of the changes has to do with ChatGPT. The update brings powerful ChatGPT integration to Siri and AI writing tools. And new in today’s beta is the option inside Settings to upgrade to a ChatGPT Plus account. more…06:32 pmApple Intelligence feature testing continues in a fresh beta round
Apple is now on its second round of developer betas for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2, alongside the first rounds of tvOS 18.2, watchOS 11.2, and visionOS 2.2.Examples of Apple Intelligence at work. The new round of developer betas follows after the first, which for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2, landed on October 23. This is the first beta release for this generation for tvOS 18.2, watchOS 11.2, and visionOS 2.2.The second builds of iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2 share build number 22C5125e, replacing 22C5109p. The second macOS Sequoia 15.2 build is 24C5073e, up from 24C5057p. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:27 pmApple stock shrugs off Warren Buffett’s latest sale of Apple shares
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has continued to reduce its stake in Apple, leading to a slight dip in Apple's stock price in trading… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:24 pm9to5Mac Overtime 032: Hey, you still have an SD card slot
Fernando and Jeff discuss the new Mac mini in depth, along with the iMac, and MacBook Pro. The pair also talks about the new worst buy in the Apple lineup as they compare the M4 Pro Mac mini to the Mac Studio and Mac Pro. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts. You can also watch this episode on YouTube and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more. more…06:18 pmiOS 18.2 beta 2 now available for all iPhones of December launch
iOS 18.2 is set to be released to everyone in early December. Ahead of that, beta testing continues today with the release of iOS 18.2 beta 2 for developers. As a refresher, iOS 18.2 comes with new Apple Intelligence features like Image Playground, Genmoji, and ChatGPT integration. Notably, iOS 18.2 beta 1 was only available to iPhone models with support for Apple Intelligence. iOS 18.2 beta 2, however, is available to all iPhone models capable of running iOS 18. Apple Intelligence features, of course, are still limited to iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and all iPhone 16 models. more…06:16 pmvisionOS 2.2, tvOS 18.2, watchOS 11.2 beta 1 now available, here’s what to expect
Apple has released a trio of new betas today. Developer beta 1 is here for visionOS 2.2, tvOS 18.2, and watchOS 11.2. Here’s what to expect. more…06:16 pmmacOS Sequoia 15.2 beta 2 rolling out with latest in Apple Intelligence
Apple has released macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta 2 for developers. The new update includes forthcoming Apple Intelligence features that are set for a December public release. It also, notably, is available for all Macs that can run macOS Sequoia—beta 1 was only for M-series devices. more…05:54 pmBag up to 56% off Logitech keyboards, mice and more
If you need to upgrade your keyboard, mouse, iPad folio or gaming gear, check out these great Logitech deals at Woot! (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:47 pmApple execs talk M4, new AirPods Pro features, more in new interviews
Today several videos have dropped where Apple’s executives sat for new interviews covering the variety of new features and hardware that launched last week. Topics include the M4 chip, Apple Intelligence, new AirPods Pro 2 features, and more. more…05:38 pmHow to use a VPN to get the best travel deals
If you're looking for the best deals for travel, you can unlock them with the best VPN for iPhone apps.Searching flights with a VPN can get your better deals.Many travel shoppers are unaware that booking sites like Expedia, airlines, hotels, and car rental agencies often use dynamic pricing. Dynamic pricing on these sites means that prices vary depending on your location, browsing history, and internet provider, but with your iPhone and a VPN you can appear to be located somewhere else.Using a VPN can unlock deals and perks that are unavailable otherwise. Here's how to get the best prices on travel purchases with a VPN. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:34 pmGoogle, Apple Drive 'Black Box' IP Policing with App Store Rules
App developers Musi and Sarafan Mobile have sued Apple and Google in California federal court over app removals they claim were unjustified, highlighting tensions over the tech giants' intellectual property enforcement policies. Musi's music-streaming app was removed after YouTube complained about interface infringement, while Sarafan's "Reely" app was taken down following Instagram's claims about logo similarity. Both developers say the platforms breached their agreements by removing apps without sufficient evidence. The lawsuits underscore broader concerns about Apple and Google's dominance in app distribution. Their private IP dispute systems operate outside traditional legal frameworks, with platforms making unilateral decisions that can effectively shut down businesses, according to University of New Hampshire law professor Peter Karol. [...] "In a court proceeding, you can see here's a complaint with the allegations, and then we have the defendant respond, and then we have a judge come out with an opinion saying, 'Is the mark valid? Is the mark infringed?'" said Lisa Ramsey, law professor at University of San Diego. Google and Apple's systems, meanwhile, are "a black box." Read more of this story at Slashdot.