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- Friday April 26
- 42 mins agoHere’s how that iPhone survived a 16,000-foot drop from the Alaska Airlines plane
Back in January, a fully intact iPhone was discovered along the side of the road after plummeting 16,000 feet when a door blew off an Alaska Airlines flight. At the time, we pointed out that it was pretty incredible the iPhone 14 Pro Max survived such a dramatic fall. The Wall Street Journal’s Joanna Stern, however, was determined to get more answers. more…1 hour agoToday in Apple history: It’s the beginning of the end for Mac OS Copland
On April 26, 1996, a key exec behind Apple's eagerly anticipated, but much delayed, Mac OS Copland operating system for Mac left the company. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)1 hour agoApple App Store removes AI image generation apps over nonconsensual nudes concern
Apple has removed a number of AI image generation apps after these apps advertised the ability to create nonconsensual deepfake nude images… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.1 hour ago13-inch M3 MacBook Air hits $989, Apple Watch Series 9 from $299, CalDigit docks, more
Friday is wrapping up the work week with a fresh batch of Apple deals. The savings today takes $110 off 13-inch M3 MacBook Air at a new all-time low of $989. You can also save $100 on Apple Watch Series 9, which has the 45mm model matching its low of $329 alongside 41mm styles from $299. Plus, the best price of the year drops the . Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…03:30 pmHandsome desk shelf brings calm to chaos [Setups]
In today's crowded and whimsical dual-display Mac mini setup, a Fenge monitor stand makes the most of desk space. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:21 pmApple Arcade Guide: What’s new and everything available [U]
Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added almost every week with over 200 games now in the library. Follow along with our guide on all the available Apple Arcade games plus the latest releases. more…03:09 pmNative Union launches the slimmest 5000mAh magnetic power bank for iPhone
Native Union has released its latest iPhone accessory today, the (Re)Classic Power Bank. The company is looking to set it apart from the competition with what it says is the slimmest design for a 5000mAh iPhone at just 8.6mm (0.34 inches), an Italian vegan leather, and more. more…03:03 pmApple’s AirPods may soon get a new health feature
Apple's iOS 18 is widely expected to be announced at WWDC on June 10th and Apple's AirPods could get a significant software update… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:00 pmHow to download and convert YouTube videos to MP4
The easiest way to convert a YouTube video to an MP4 for free is with an app called 4K Video Downloader+ for Mac and PC. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:44 pmApple finally pulls generative AI nude apps from the App Store
Apple has removed apps from the App Store that claimed to make nonconsensual nude imagery, a move that demonstrates Apple is now more willing to tackle the hazardous app category.App Store iconThe capabilities of generative AI to create images based on prompts has become a very useful tool in photography and design. However, the technology also has been misused in the creation of deep fakes — and nonconsensual pornography.Despite the danger, Apple has been remarkably hands-off from the problem. Prior to the recent move, it hadn't done much to fix a potentially major problem. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:05 pmApple could launch its own cellular network – analyst
The growing popularity of eSIMs could allow Apple and other phone manufacturers to launch their own cellular networks, a telecoms analyst… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:03 pmApple Removes Nonconsensual AI Nude Apps From App Store
404 Media: Apple has removed a number of AI image generation apps from the App Store after 404 Media found these apps advertised the ability to create nonconsensual nude images, a sign that app store operators are starting to take more action against these types of apps. Overall, Apple removed three apps from the App Store, but only after we provided the company with links to the specific apps and their related ads, indicating the company was not able to find the apps that violated its policy itself. Apple's action comes after we reported on Monday that Instagram advertises nonconsensual AI nude apps. By browsing Meta's Ad Library, which archives ads on its platform, when they ran, on what platforms, and who paid for them, we were able to find ads for five different apps, each with dozens of ads. Two of the ads were for web-based services, and three were for apps on the Apple App Store. Meta deleted the ads when we flagged them. Apple did not initially respond to a request for comment on that story, but reached out to me after it was published asking for more information. On Tuesday, Apple told us it removed the three apps on its App Store. Read more of this story at Slashdot.01:30 pmThese rechargeable batteries can save you hundreds
Save 67% on a four-pack of rechargeable batteries that use an included micro-USB cable to charge. AA and AAA sizes are available. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:20 pmByteDance would rather shut down US TikTok than sell it
TikTok owner ByteDance reportedly will not sell to a US firm if it is unable to convince a court to overturn President Biden's day-old law forcing a sale or ban.TikTok may be cease to be available in the USAccording to the bill signed into law by President Biden on April 24, 2024, TikTok owner ByteDance must either sell the platform to a US firm, or face a ban. The company has nine months to comply, with a possible three-month extension if a deal is in progress.According to Reuters, four unspecified sources say that ByteDance will not either sell TikTok or divest itself from the platform. The sources say that key to the issue is that selling the platform would require ByteDance to also sell the algorithms that power both TikTok and the company's other businesses. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:20 pmApple pulls AI image apps from the App Store after learning they could generate nude images | 9 to 5 MacApple pulls AI image apps from the App Store after learning they could generate nude images
Apple is cracking down on a category of AI image generation apps that “advertised the ability to create nonconsensual nude images.” According to a new report from 404 Media, Apple has removed multiple AI apps from the App Store that claimed they could “create nonconsensual nude images.” more…01:00 pmAmazon drops Apple's M3 MacBook Air to record low $989
Apple's recently released M3 MacBook Air has dropped to an all-time low of $989 at Amazon while supplies last.The month-end $989 promotion applies to Apple's standard 13-inch MacBook Air with the M3 chip — and every color is eligible for the $110 instant rebate.Buy for $989This particular configuration has the M3 8-core GPU, along with 8GB of memory and a 256GB SSD. Continue Reading on AppleInsider01:00 pmHow to check iPad battery health
Learn how to check the battery health and maximum capacity of your iPad. Knowing this can help you determine if it's time for an upgrade. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)12:56 pmiPhone sales spiral 25% in China as Apple drops from first place to fifth
Apple’s struggles in China continue, according to new data from research firm Canalys. This data indicates that not only did Apple fall out of first place in China for smartphone shipments in Q1 2024, it fell all the way to fifth place. more…12:51 pmUnistellar Odyssey Pro review: Unlock pro-level astronomy with your iPhone from your backyard | AppleInsiderUnistellar Odyssey Pro review: Unlock pro-level astronomy with your iPhone from your backyard
Unistellar's Odyssey Pro smart telescope delivers amazing results even from a light-polluted backyard — and we have the photographic evidence to prove it.Unistellar Odyssey Pro review: pro-level astronomy from your backyard.Not only is the Unistellar Odyssey Pro an excellent platform for amateur astronomy, but it's also a robust scientific platform. It's one that co-founder and professional astronomer Frank Marchis uses himself, and we were lucky enough to speak with him about the Odyssey Pro as we tested it for ourselves.If you're a stargazer, professional astronomer, astrophotographer, or educator, the Unistellar Odyssey Pro offers a comprehensive package that sets up in minutes and can focus on thousands of cosmic bodies right from your iPhone or iPad. Despite its high price, you'll pull the Odyssey Pro out nightly to discover another portion of the universe hidden from the naked eye. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:51 pmMicrosoft results top Wall Street targets; world’s most valuable company driven by AI investment | Mac Daily NewsMicrosoft results top Wall Street targets; world’s most valuable company driven by AI investment
Microsoft beat Wall Street estimates for third-quarter revenue and profit on Thursday, driven by gains from adoption of AI… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.