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DeepSeek to be removed from App Store in South Korea due to local ban
Bad news for DeepSeek users in South Korea. The country’s regulator announced on Monday that the Chinese AI app is now banned in South Korea under allegations that it fails to comply with local data protection laws. As a result, both Apple and Google...
2025-02-17 23:22
Apple’s competitive edge in AI hinges on these three unreleased Siri features
At a glance, the most notable change to Siri in iOS 18 is its new design. The floating orb has been replaced with a rainbow glow around the edge of the device. This signals that Siri is now powered by Apple Intelligence, but the biggest AI features for...
2025-02-17 21:27
9to5Neural: xAI unveiling Grok 3 tonight — could GPT-4.5 steal the show?
Welcome to 9to5Neural. AI moves fast. We help you keep up. OpenAI says GPT-4.5 is coming to ChatGPT in a matter of weeks. But first, xAI will unveil Grok 3 tonight. Now the countdown is on for OpenAI to do the funniest thing ever… more…
2025-02-17 20:06
Neural: xAI unveiling Grok 3 tonight — could GPT-4.5 steal the show?
Welcome to Neural. AI moves fast. We help you keep up. OpenAI says GPT-4.5 is coming to ChatGPT in a matter of weeks. But first, xAI will unveil Grok 3 tonight. Now the countdown is on for OpenAI to do the funniest thing ever… more…
2025-02-17 20:06
MagSafe Monday: Does AUKEY’s MagFusion GameFrost fix MagSafe overheating?
As iPhones have become more powerful, they’ve also become hotter—especially during heavy usage periods with games on Apple Arcade, video conferencing, etc. Combine that with MagSafe, and you see the opportunity for an iPhone to get warmer very quic...
2025-02-17 19:55
Apple is launching a new product this week, here’s what to expect
Apple CEO Tim Cook has confirmed that Apple will launch a new product on Wednesday, February 19. The most likely release is the much-anticipated iPhone SE 4, but there are a few other possibilities. Here’s everything you need to know. more…
2025-02-17 19:29
Pro Display XDR 2: All of the latest rumors
Apple introduced the in 2019 with its $4999 price tag, no included stand, and an optional Pro Stand for $999. Since then, despite all of the advancements in display technology, Apple has left it untouched. While there isn’t a ton to go off of, there ...
2025-02-17 18:56
Apple may be planning a premium upgrade for its best subscription service
Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw reports that Spotify is still working on a pricier version of its streaming music subscription, and Apple may not be too far behind it. more…
2025-02-17 17:01
Presidents’ Day Apple deals: M4 Pro MacBook Pro $249 off, iPad mini 7 $399, AirPods, Series 10, much more
The Presidents’ Day 2025 deals are upon us and, while not necessarily considered a major deal holiday, there are loads of price drops up for grabs today across the spectrum of current-gen Apple gear. First up is the most affordable M4/Pro MacBook Pro...
2025-02-17 16:44
Will Apple’s new iPhone fix this big limitation?
The iPhone SE 4 will pack many changes when it launches this week, including a dramatic redesign, an A18 chip, and full Apple Intelligence support. However, one lingering question in my mind is whether Apple will finally upgrade the iPhone SE’s base ...
2025-02-17 15:40
Reddit paywall plans now confirmed by Huffman
Plans for a Reddit paywall of some kind have now been confirmed by CEO Steve Huffman, after hints about it last summer. Huffman confirmed the plan for paid subreddits during a pre-recorded Ask Me Anything video shown during the company’s earnings cal...
2025-02-17 15:20
X is blocking Signal links, likely over DOGE whistleblowers
Social network X is blocking links to shared contact details on encrypted messaging app Signal. Links to signal.me are blocked even in direct messages … more…
2025-02-17 14:56
Apple humanoid robot could have one huge advantage, as Meta announces its project
A new report suggests that Apple and Meta could end up competing in the humanoid robots field. The social media company is said to be making “significant investment” in this product category, with a focus on household chores. But if Apple does proc...
2025-02-17 14:14
Apple’s reported plans for a larger iMac are missing something important
The latest report on Apple’s plans for a larger iMac suggest that the company may still be missing something. Apple did something almost unprecedented back in 2023 when it specifically confirmed there was no new 27-inch iMac on the way, but it did le...
2025-02-17 12:34
New features for APNs token authentication are now available
You can now take advantage of upgraded security options when creating new token authentication keys for the Apple Push Notification service (APNs). Team-scoped keys enable you to restrict your token authentication keys to either development or producti...
Apple’s first major product launch of 2025 is just days away: Here are the rumors
Apple will debut its first new product of the year this Wednesday. Apple CEO Tim Cook announced the launch through a tweet last week. While we can’t say for certain that the new product launch will be, it’s highly likely to be the new iPhone SE 4, ...
2025-02-17 05:59
Is Apple working on a larger iMac?
With the Mac transition to Apple Silicon, Apple replaced its 21.5-inch and 27-inch models with one singular 24-inch iMac. Many had assumed that there’d eventually be a larger , perhaps a 30 or 32-inch model, maybe even an iMac Pro. However, we’re y...
2025-02-17 04:21
Impressive hardware mod showcases an iPhone SE 3 in the body of a Windows Phone
Have you ever wondered what it’d look like to see a Windows Phone, specifically – Lumia 1020, would look like if it were running iOS? I haven’t either, but it’s still a pretty cool project to look at. Seeing iOS run on radically different form ...
2025-02-16 20:02
These accessories helped create my dream MacOS & iPadOS desk setup
Everyone has a different definition of what a perfect or dream desk setup for them would be. Some people need five external displays; some only need one. Other people need a mechanical keyboard, while others find the clickiness distracting. I have even...
2025-02-16 15:00
Gurman: Apple ‘exploring’ search ads for Maps app
According to Mark Gurman’s Power On newsletter, Apple is once again considering monetizing its Maps app with search ads. The company already does this with its News and Stocks apps. The goal is to boost its in-house advertising business. more…
2025-02-16 13:30