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Apple 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 The EU says the probe ended is because the complaint against the company has been withdrawn, but that’s likely because it h...
2024-11-22 13:27
iPhone 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 sta...
2024-11-22 12:53
LLM 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 act...
2024-11-22 12:39
Apple promotes the A18 Pro chip’s performance in new iPhone 16 Pro ad
Apple has been running many different ads to promote the iPhone 16 – and most of them are related to Apple Intelligence. This time, however, the company has launched a new ad focused on highlighting the performance of the A18 Pro chip, which powers t...
2024-11-22 02:50
Here are some of the best protective cases and lanyards for the new AirPods 4
Apple recently launched AirPods 4, which are available in two different versions: one with ANC active noise cancellation and support for MagSafe chargers. And if you’ve bought new AirPods 4, read on as we’ve put together a list of some of the best ...
2024-11-22 01:01
Elevate your MacBook with iVANKY’s new FusionDock lineup [Video]
Regarding docking solutions for your MacBook, iVANKY’s FusionDock lineup is like your tech sidekick, helping you level up your workspace. Whether you’re a power user juggling multiple displays or just need a reliable dock to expand your MacBook’s...
2024-11-21 22:38
WhatsApp now rolling out voice message transcripts to all users
More than a year ago, WhatsApp began testing a new feature for transcribing audio messages into text. The feature was only available to beta users, but starting today, everyone can benefit from voice message transcripts on WhatsApp. more…
2024-11-21 22:22
Security Bite: Ransomware groups surge in Q3 2024, with shifting dominance
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2024-11-21 22:11
M4 Mac mini two weeks later: The invisible Mac that does it all
I’ve had my M4 Mac mini for two weeks now, and it still seems kind of remarkable that this tiny little box can do so much. My uses for the M4 mini are probably unconventional, but that’s also the beauty of the product: it serves a versatile set of ...
2024-11-21 21:50
9to5Mac Daily: November 21, 2024 – Apple Black Friday event, iOS 18.2 tidbits
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 ...
2024-11-21 21:14
Bloomberg: Apple developing new ‘LLM Siri’ for iOS 19 and macOS 16
While Apple is in the midst of rolling out new Apple Intelligence features as part of iOS 18, it’s also working on yet-to-be-announced features for iOS 19. One of those features is an upgraded version of Siri powered by more advanced large language m...
2024-11-21 21:10
Rumor Replay: Apple Television, AirTag 2 upgrades, iPhone 17 tidbits
This is Rumor Replay, a new weekly column at 9to5Mac that provides a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with my analysis and commentary. Today: Apple Television, AirTag 2 upgrades, iPhone 17 tidbits, and a new Pro Display XDR. Here ...
2024-11-21 19:48
Apple TV set rumors resurface, AirTag 2, TV+ original movies strategy
Benjamin and Chance discuss the merits of Apple returning to the long-gestating idea of an Apple television set, in the context of its refocusing on smart home devices. Also, the second-generation AirTag is rumored to arrive in 2025 with some nice enha...
2024-11-21 19:01
Need holiday gift ideas? Grab the best accessories for iPhone, iPad, Mac, more
It’s the time of year for gift giving, and early Black Friday sales are already in full swing. But if you’re like me, you might struggle coming up with holiday gift ideas—both for yourself and for others. New accessories are a great place to star...
2024-11-21 18:35
iOS 18.2 lets you set new default iPhone apps, here’s how it works
iOS 18.2 is just weeks away from its public release, and beyond a ton of great Apple Intelligence features, the update also lets you set new default iPhone apps. Here’s how that works. more…
2024-11-21 17:02
On having fun with computers
Last night got a little wild… technologically speaking. Since I was a kid, I’ve loved bringing together my hobbies of playing guitar and doing stuff with computers. Nothing professional, just expressional. So when I was doing just that around 10:30...
2024-11-21 17:02
Mixing vintage guitar tech with Apple devices to keep creativity alive
Last night got a little wild… technologically speaking. Since I was a kid, I’ve loved bringing together my hobbies of playing guitar and doing stuff with computers. Nothing professional, just expressional. So when I was doing just that around 10:30...
2024-11-21 17:02
Black Friday Week deals now live: Apple Watch Series 10 $330, black Ultra 2 all-time low, AirPods Pro 2 best price ever, much more
Amazon’s official are now in full swing and the Apple gear deals are seriously flying now. We have the best prices ever on the new Apple Watch Series 10 starting from $330 shipped including several configurations. Those offers join doorbuster pricing...
2024-11-21 17:00
Apple Music’s 2024 Artist of the Year is Billie Eilish, the first ever two-time winner
Apple Music has announced that its 2024 Artist of the Year is Billie Eilish. And she’s the first artist to ever claim the top crown twice. Here are the details. more…
2024-11-21 16:18
OpenAI accidentally erased ChatGPT training findings as lawyers seek copyright violations
The New York Times and Daily News have sued OpenAI and its investor Microsoft over suspicions that ChatGPT was trained on their copyrighted works. Now, it turns out, the lawyers’ research into the training data was erased last week by OpenAI engineer...
2024-11-21 15:02