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- 04:30 pmM4 Mac mini user opts for stellar mini webcam [Setups]
Today's thoroughly satisfied M4 Mac mini user relies on an Obsbot webcam, the Tiny 2 Lite. It's small but powerful. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:41 pmUK could force major iPhone changes
A newly released government report on the iPhone in the UK could result in sweeping changes to Safari and other web browsers. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:21 pmMore sophisticated iPhone 17 Pro cameras see LG Innotech upgrade production facilities
LG Innotech is the main supplier of Apple’s camera modules, and a new report says the company is upgrading its production facilities in order to be ready for next year’s iPhone 17 Pro cameras. We don’t yet know much about the cameras for the iPhone 17 line-up, but the report suggests that one thing won’t change … more…03:03 pmLowest price ever: iPad 10th Generation drops to $249 with Amazon coupon
Amazon has discounted Apple's iPad 10th Generation to the lowest price on record thanks to a Black Friday on-page coupon.Grab the lowest price on record for the iPad 10th GenAfter initially dropping the 10th Generation iPad to $279 earlier this week, Amazon has gone one step further by discounting the standard 64GB Wi-Fi model by another $30 with on-page coupons available on select colorways. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:01 pmPresident Trump’s return could extend US stocks’ dominance over global rivals – Reuters | Mac Daily NewsPresident Trump’s return could extend US stocks’ dominance over global rivals – Reuters
U.S. stocks are extending their lead over global peers and some investors believe that dominance could grow with President Trump's return… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:42 pmApple's Browser Rules Stifle Innovation on iOS, Says UK Regulator
Apple's restrictions on mobile browsers are limiting innovation and holding back new features that could benefit iPhone users, according to provisional findings published today by the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). From a report: In its report, the CMA's independent inquiry group determined that Apple's Safari browser policies prevent competing browsers from implementing certain features, such as faster webpage loading technologies. The investigation also revealed that many UK app developers would prefer to offer progressive web apps as an alternative to App Store distribution, but Apple's current iOS limitations make this impractical. Adding to competitive concerns, the regulator highlighted a revenue-sharing agreement between Apple and Google that "significantly reduces their financial incentives to compete" in the mobile browser space on iOS. The CMA also found that both companies can manipulate how users are presented with browser choices, making their own offerings appear as the clearest or easiest options. Read more of this story at Slashdot.02:30 pmPlay Street Fighter II, Zelda and 70,000 other games on this $100 retro console
The Kinhank Super Console X2 Pro is a retro-style games console preloaded with more than 70,000 classic games. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:02 pmApple faces antitrust action in the UK over default web browser (but not cloud gaming)
Apple is likely to face antitrust action in the UK over Safari being the default web browser on iPhone. The country’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provisionally concluded that the company abuses its control over iPhone apps. This is likely to see Apple forced to take the same action it already did in the EU – allowing users to choose their default web browser when first setting up a new iPhone … more…02:00 pmCreate custom emoji in Messages using Genmoji
You can create custom emoji for all those times where you can’t find the right one. Genmoji generates emoji on the fly. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:00 pmCreate custom emoji in Messages using Genmoji
You can create custom emoji for all those times where you can’t find the right one. Genmoji generates emoji on the fly. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:00 pmApple, Google to face UK probe over mobile browsers
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has expressed concerns that Apple and Google's dominance in the mobile ecosystem… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:42 pm∞ The Dalrymple Report: Most popular podcasts, Apple One, and iPhones thieves
Apple has released its list of the most popular podcasts of 2024Dave and I go over the highlights from the different categories. Apple One is a bundle of Apple serives that you pay for monthly. Dave thinks that Apple is missing one service that they, and consumers, could benefit from. Be careful this holiday season, iPhone thieves are tracking deliveries of the device. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: LinkedIn Jobs: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/DALRYMPLE. Terms and conditions apply. Show Notes: Apple shares the most popular podcasts of 2024 Apple One is missing a key service that could really use some help Apple Devices May Learn to Ignore ‘Hey Siri’ Command From TV Ads Beware Thieves Tracking iPhone Gifts This Holiday Season Shows and movies we're watching The Diplomat, Netflix “For the Record” Podcast hosted by Amy Lively Lincoln Lawyer, Netflix01:34 pmiPhone 16 ban: Apple offers $100M investment in Indonesia, govt wants more [U]
Apple has responded to an iPhone 16 ban in Indonesia by offering a ten-fold boost to its manufacturing investments in the country – from $10M to $100M. Update: The Indonesian government has said that it expects more – see the end of the piece. The Indonesian government responded aggressively when Cupertino company fell a little way short of its promised spend in the country, and Apple seems extremely keen to resolve the matter … more…01:28 pmNew emoji, app store banning drama, and a new Mac mini hub, on the AppleInsider Podcast | AppleInsiderNew emoji, app store banning drama, and a new Mac mini hub, on the AppleInsider Podcast
The first major M4 Mac mini hub accessory has just been announced, plus we now know what emoji are coming next — and developers are wondering why Apple has removed controversial apps.When it's released, the new Satechi Mac mini hub will let you store up to 4TB of emojisThe buzz around the new, tiny M4 Mac mini is such that doubtlessly there are going to be very many accessories made for it, from sleeves and mounts, to docks and hubs. But Satechi has got in first with a revision to its famous hub that used to fit so neatly under the old model.That could be good news for one of the AppleInsider podcast hosts who has already bought a new M4 Mac mini, and maybe also for the other one, who is wondering what Santa will bring. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:27 pmApple ebooks antitrust investigation closed, likely because it was irrelevant
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 … more…01:24 pmApple's browser rules deemed anticompetitive, says UK competition body
Apple's rules about what developers can do within browsers is limiting innovation, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority has determined, as part of its provisional findings from its browser investigation.Safari, Apple's browserIn 2021, the CMA launched its Mobile Ecosystems Market Study, determining that Apple and Google had a duopoly in the realm of mobile ecosystems. While it was found that Apple and Google were in a position to determine how browsers work on iOS and Android, the CMA now says that Apple does restrict competition because of its rules.The provisional findings, released on Friday, say that Apple'd rules "restrict other competitors from being able to deliver new, innovative features that could benefit consumers." It also refers to the concerns of other browser producers who are "unable to offer a full range of browser features, such as faster webpage loading on iPhone." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:05 pmAirPods Pro 2 hit record low price of $159 on Amazon
Apple's AirPods Pro 2 have hit an all-time low price of $159, a significant 36% discount off the regular price of $249… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.12:53 pmiPhone Diary: Focus and exposure lock is great in principle, but it’s for sure a beta feature | 9 to 5 MaciPhone Diary: Focus and exposure lock is great in principle, but it’s for sure a beta feature
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 … more…12:39 pmLLM Siri: The wait is frustrating, but the privacy payoff will be worth it
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 … more…12:32 pmEU drops four-year Apple audiobook probe after complaint is withdrawn
The European Union has announced that it has ceased its investigation into how Apple treats rival audiobook developers on the App Store, saying the original complainant has withdrawn.Apple BooksThe EU's probe began in 2020, alongside other antitrust investigations into Apple Pay and the App Store. At that time, an unnamed ebook and audiobook distributor filed a complaint claiming that Apple prevents developers getting important customer data.According to the Wall Street Journal, the European Commission has now closed its investigation. The EU says that the closure is specifically because the complaint was withdrawn, and is not to be taken as a ruling that Apple is correct. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums