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Apple says it won’t yet ‘take action’ on Fortnite return to the App Store
Last week, Epic Games resubmitted Fortnite to the App Store in the United States. This followed a court ruling that stated Apple wasn’t allowed to charge a 27% commission on payments conducted through external payment services on the U.S. App Store. ...
2025-05-17 02:31
How to upgrade the M4 Mac mini SSD and save hundreds [Video]
The is one of the best values in Mac computers, but upgrading the storage to the maximum 2TB significantly reduces that value proposition. That’s because Apple charges an insane $800 for the upgrade, turning the budget $600 computer to a $1400 one. I...
2025-05-17 00:54
Apple adjusts App Store pricing and tax rules in select countries
Today, Apple announced upcoming changes to App Store pricing and developer proceeds. New tax adjustments will take effect immediately in Brazil, and additional pricing updates will roll out in multiple regions over the next few months. more…
2025-05-16 21:45
Apple research tackles the English accent of AI
Ask any non-native English speaker, and they’ll probably tell you that LLMs tend to perform much better in Shakespeare’s language than in their own Sometimes, the difference is subtle. Sometimes, not so much. Sometimes, it’s downright dangerous, ...
2025-05-16 21:26
CarPlay Ultra: Everything you need to know
After three years of anticipation, Apple officially launched next-generation CarPlay this week, dubbed CarPlay Ultra. CarPlay Ultra packs countless new features, updates, and more compared to normal CarPlay. Here’s everything you need to know about C...
2025-05-16 21:01
Apple TV+ has two of the best new comedies in streaming
Apple TV+ is home to a growing number of critically acclaimed series, and two of its currently airing shows happen to be among the best new TV comedies in streaming. more…
2025-05-16 20:38
Apple News+ is quickly becoming a hidden gem in the Apple ecosystem
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2025-05-16 20:30
Apple loses yet another round in ‘iPhone’ trademark battle in Brazil
After a unanimous decision in a federal court, Apple has suffered yet another legal setback in Brazil, this time over the rights to the “iPhone” trademark. more…
2025-05-16 20:16
iPhone 17 Pro: Seven new features are coming later this year
It’s going to be a big fall for Apple thanks to the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, which has potential to be a massive hit. But what about Apple’s flagship Pro models? Here are seven new features coming to the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max this September. m...
2025-05-16 19:55
Control Center in iOS 19 will upgrade my favorite feature in three ways
Control Center has gotten so much better over the past year, with a fully customizable toolset that’s always expanding. And my most-used Control Center feature, Background Sounds, will get even better in iOS 19 per a recent Apple announcement. more…
2025-05-16 17:54
Security Bite: Apple’s push for chip independence could boost device security
Since Apple launched its M-series processors and recently the C1 cellular modem, the company has been slowly but surely moving toward complete chip independence. Apple is even working on its own Bluetooth and Wi-Fi solution, which is reportedly coming ...
2025-05-16 17:13
HomeKit Weekly: Don’t underestimate the benefits of a HomeKit door sensor
A good door and window sensor doesn’t just tell you when something opens or closes. It can trigger lights, tweak thermostat settings, or alert you when you’re not home. The new checks all the boxes with fast, reliable alerts, local automation suppo...
2025-05-16 17:00
Apple Pay and Apple Cash are down for many iPhone users
Trying to make a payment using your iPhone? You might need to use a third-party service, as Apple Cash appears to be down, and Apple Pay looks to be struggling too. more…
2025-05-16 16:32
Apple Pay and Apple Cash are down for many iPhone users [U: Fixed]
Trying to make a payment using your iPhone? You might need to use a third-party service, as Apple Cash appears to be down, and Apple Pay looks to be struggling too. Update: Apple’s system status page marks all issues as resolved around 1:00 p.m. East...
2025-05-16 16:32
‘Apple in China’ book convincingly argues that the iPhone could be killed overnight
Based on more than 200 interviews with former Apple execs and engineers, Patrick McGee’s ought to leave Tim Cook laying awake at night. It makes a convincing argument that the iPhone could be killed overnight should the Chinese government wish it. Th...
2025-05-16 16:00
‘Apple in China’ book argues that the iPhone could be killed overnight [Updated]
Update: Apple says that the claims made in this book are false and there are many inaccuracies throughout. The company asserts that the author didn’t perform proper fact-checking. The original post is below, but we encourage readers to cross-referenc...
2025-05-16 16:00
Jony Ive’s dream iPhone that’s all screen may finally be coming true
After years of more iterative, some might say ‘boring’ iPhone updates, Apple has major new designs coming soon. And one upcoming iPhone model, timed for the product’s 20th anniversary, looks set to make a long-time Jony Ive dream come true. more…
2025-05-16 15:57
Deals: M4 MacBook Air $849 or 24GB model $170 off, Powerbeats Pro 2 $90 off, iPhone 15/16 Pro, more
Amazon’s is now live and kicking alongside a series of new deals on Apple and Beats gear. The details on the early Amazon Memorial Day event are right here, but you’ll also find a new all-time low on Apple’s 13-inch 24GB M4 MacBook Air at $170 of...
2025-05-16 15:48
Pretend you’re Phil Schiller: would you let Fortnite back on the App Store?
If you closely follow Apple’s inner workings (and since you’re here, I’m guessing you do), you know Phil Schiller has always been known for his unrelenting and fierce protectiveness of Apple and the App Store. This is why perhaps the most surpris...
2025-05-16 15:22
macOS 16: Four new Mac features being announced next month
The countdown to WWDC is winding down, as Apple’s big software unveilings are just weeks away. macOS 16 will introduce a new California-inspired name, of course, alongside a variety of feature upgrades. Here are four new Mac features expected to be a...
2025-05-16 14:45