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- 8 mins agoFCC votes to restore net neutrality protections in the United States
In an entirely expected move, the Federal Communications Commission has voted to reinstate net neutrality protections in the United States.FCC sealThe vote on Thursday was on the final form of net neutrality rules, following a previous vote on bringing back the rules in October.The latest vote was 3-2 in favor of restoration, with Democratic commissioners voting in favor and Republican counterparts against the change. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums9 mins agoHollywood Con Queen trailer lays out scammer’s lusts
The "Hollywood Con Queen" trailer lays out a lurid tale of a scammer's efforts to destroy industry creatives financially and otherwise. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)23 mins agoApple’s newly released AI models could show the future of artificial intelligence on iPhones | Mac Daily NewsApple’s newly released AI models could show the future of artificial intelligence on iPhones
Apple researchers have released a slew of new AI models that offer a hint at how artificial intelligence might work on future iPhones… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.28 mins agoApple Card teams up with Nike for 10% cash back
Apple Card has shared its latest promotion for customers – 10% Daily Cash up to $50 back on purchases at Nike. Here are the details… more…37 mins agoToday in Apple history: Pixar gets out of the computer game
On April 25, 1990, Steve Jobs shuts down Pixar's hardware division. This ended production of the pricey Pixar Image Computers immediately. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)43 mins agoiPhone Activation Market Share Hits New Low as Android Dominates
An anonymous reader shares a report: Consumer Intelligence Research Partners is out with a report on how iPhone activations compare to Android in the US. The latest data shows a notable drop over the last year bringing Apple's US smartphone market share of new activations back in time six years. CIRP shared its new iPhone report on its Substack this morning. The firm notes that while it believes Apple's installed smartphone base is higher than the recent share of US smartphone activations, the latter has taken a dive. As shown below, the metric peaked at 40% for Q1 and Q2 in 2023 with Apple seeing a decline to 33% of new smartphone activations in the US as of Q1 2024, says CIRP. That means 2 out of 3 new smartphone activations in the US are Android devices. Per CIRP's data, Apple hasn't seen numbers that low since 2017. Read more of this story at Slashdot.51 mins agoSatechi launches Slim Mechanical Keyboard, announces foldable Qi2 multi-device chargers [U] | 9 to 5 MacSatechi launches Slim Mechanical Keyboard, announces foldable Qi2 multi-device chargers [U]
Satechi is out with its first CES announcements today. The new SM1 Slim Mechanical Backlit Bluetooth Keyboard for Mac, iPad, iPhone, Windows, and more is available now. And coming soon Satechi has a foldable 3-in-1 and 2-in-1 Qi2 charger stand. Update 4/25/24: The 3-in-1 Foldable Qi2 Wireless Charging Stand and the 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 Wireless Stand are now available direct from Satechi priced at $129.99 and $79.99, respectively. more…1 hour agoJim Cramer is bullish on Apple’s Vision Pro; sees potential enterprise boon
CNBC’s Jim Cramer on Wednesday told investors he’s confident in the success of the Apple Vision Pro and sees uses for the spatial computer… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.1 hour agoTSMC cutting-edge 2nm chip production might come too late for 2025 iPhone
Although Apple chip-maker TSMC will start introduce a 2nm process in 2025, production could begin too late for next year's iPhone. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:44 pmSave $500 on 16-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro, Anker power banks, Qi2 chargers, more
A new all-time low on Apple’s 16-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro is giving you another excuse to ditch the newer M3 model now that it’s $500 off. You can also save on some of our favorite iPhone 15 accessories, including Anker’s GaNPrime PowerCore 65W at $63 and the just-released ESR 15W Qi2 MagSafe Car Mount at $24 – both of which are new all-time lows. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…03:41 pmSave 26% on Logitech’s MX Mechanical Mini for Mac keyboard—and get a bonus
Macworld Apple makes very good keyboards, but some users don’t like the feel of the keys–that’s important, especially if you spend most of your day working at your Mac. Many people like the clicky feel of a mechanical keyboard, and you can get a discount on some clicky goodness on Amazon. Amazon is selling the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini for Mac keyboard for 26 percent off the regular price–it’s $111.51, down from the regular price of $150, the best price we’ve ever seen. It’s a mini keyboard, so it doesn’t have a number pad, but it has low-profile keys and a backlight that automatically adjusts to your room’s lighting. It connects via Bluetooth, charges through USB-C, and is available in a classy pale grey and white combo. Logitech also offers a space gray/dark gray version, but its price cut isn’t as much–that model is $125.49, a 16 percent discount. Logitech’s MX Mechanical Mini has other cool features. It can connect to up to three different Bluetooth devices (so a Mac, iPad, and iPhone), and switching between them is done with the touch of a button. The keyboard is made of recycled plastic and aluminum, and it includes a one-year limited warranty. The Amazon sale (only for the pale grey/white keyboard model) comes with a bonus: Two free months of the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan, or one free month of Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps. That’s like getting another $39.96 ($19.98 for two months) or $54.99 off, respectively, though you’ll need to pay the full monthly price if you want to keep it. The Creative Cloud offer is automatically applied at checkout and you’ll receive an email code for the free offer once the keyboard ships. While we haven’t reviewed this particular model, we’re big fans of Logitech’s keyboards. Mechanical keyboards are generally pretty pricey, especially with Mac keycaps, so go grab this deal if you’re looking for a new keyboard for your Apple device. Keyboards, Mac03:09 pmEnjoy a $100 Discount on the 2023 iMac with M3 Chip
Today’s deal is worth a look if you’re considering upgrading your work from home or office setup. The 24-inch iMac with M3 chip and 256GB SSD storage is down to just $1,199 from its original price of $1,300 on Amazon. The price refreshes on checkout. The M3 chip is the latest in Apple’s lineup, featuring […] The post appeared first on iLounge.03:08 pmiPhone Upgrade Program glitch gives customers erroneous trade-in ‘canceled’ emails
A curious email from Apple is making its way to iPhone Upgrade Program customers. The message is telling many who upgraded to an iPhone 15 last fall that their completed trade-in has been “canceled” and the paid-off loan will “resume.” more…03:08 pmNew Calculator app arriving on iPadOS
Apple will be launching a new Calculator app for the iPad this year. A rumor claims that iPadOS 18 will come with a native Calculator app. In hindsight, Apple has never launched a Calculator app for the iPad before, and it’s been 14 years since the company decided to include one. iPadOS 18 is expected […] The post appeared first on iLounge.03:07 pmSpotify is still complaining about Apple's EU App Store rules
Spotify continues to complain about an Apple Tax that it doesn't really pay, as it decries Apple's non-approval of its latest update because of a violation of App Store rules.Spotify logoOn Wednesday, Apple told Spotify that its app update for users in the EU was not allowed into regional App Store instances due to missing elements. The App Store review process determined that Spotify did not accept the terms of the Music Streaming Services Entitlement.Apple requires the entitlement to be accepted by streaming services before apps can point users toward a website owned by the developer. This can be used to handle purchases outside of the App Store. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:06 pmNew 12.9-inch iPad Air no longer mini-LED, according to report
Apple will no longer have a mini-LED screen for the upcoming 12.9-inch iPad Air, according to Display Supply Chain Consultants. Ross Young, CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants, mentioned that Apple will forego mini-LED technology in favor of LCD for the 12.9-inch iPad Air variant. He backtracked on the report that the larger iPad Air […] The post appeared first on iLounge.03:04 pmUpcoming Apple Watch to have thinner logic board
A new material component for the Apple Watch might result in a thinner logic board, according to a DigiTimes report. Supply chain sources mentioned that one or more upcoming Apple Watch models will use resin-coated copper to produce thinner logic boards. Resin-coated copper consists of copper foil and resin for a thinner board and boasts […] The post appeared first on iLounge.02:59 pmManage iPhone and iPad from Mac with revamped iMazing 3
With iMazing 3 app redesign, the software gains a fresh user interface and new features including support for connecting to Vision Pro. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:54 pmCongo demands that Apple prove it doesn’t use ‘conflict minerals’
The government of Congo has notified Apple of its concerns that the company’s supply chain may be tainted by conflict minerals… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:50 pmWill AI-Enabled Processors Spark a PC Supercycle This Year?
Tech industry analyst Mark Vena explores how Qualcomm, AMD, and Intel are pivotal in driving AI-enabled advancements in PCs, potentially triggering a supercycle in sales amidst fluctuating market conditions and technological innovations. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.