iPhone 16 Pro offers significantly faster 5G speeds thanks to new modem
The iPhone 16 Pro features an upgraded modem inside courtesy of Qualcomm, bringing several notable improvements. As detailed by SpeedSmart, the new iPhone 16 Pro offers an up to 26% faster boost in 5G download speeds thanks to its new Qualcomm Snapdragon X75 modem. more…

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iPhone 16 has the same new privacy feature as the M4 iPad Pro
When Apple introduced the earlier this year, the company quietly added a new privacy feature to it, which is called “Secure Exclave.” Now the company is bringing the same new privacy technology to the iPhone 16 models, which are powered by the A18 chip. more…

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Phone 16 receives Apple Intelligence features via iOS 18.1 beta 3
Apple Intelligence arrives for the iPhone 16 lineup as a part of the updated iOS 18.1 beta 3, which is needed for testing ahead of reviews and pre-orders.The iPhone 16 range has received its first Apple Intelligence update via iOS 18.1 beta 3On Wednesday, Apple released the third beta of iOS 18.1 for the iPhone 16 range. Though this version of iOS was already available for devices such as the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, this is the first known build of iOS 18.1 beta 3 for the iPhone 16 lineup.On the iPhone 16, the update has the build number 22B5034o, while the version iOS 18.1 beta 3 for the iPhone 15 Pro has the build number 22B5034e. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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AirPods 4 tidbits: Secret capacitive button, Vision Pro lossless
Historically, AirPods cases have always had a physical button on the back to initiate pairing with your iPhone. With the announced this week, however, Apple is switching things up. Instead of a physical pairing button, the AirPods 4 case has a hidden capacitive button that is used for pairing and resetting. more…

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Orange County Police considering Apple Vision Pro for Real-Time Operations Center
The Orange County Sheriff's Department in California is in talks with Apple to find a way to implement Apple Vision Pro for surveillance monitoring, and eventually, a tool for patrolling officers.Police using augmented reality jumps straight out of science fiction. Image source: 'Robocop'Apple Vision Pro is Apple's spatial computing device that combines the aspects of Augmented Reality (AR), viewing interfaces on the real world, and Virtual Reality (VR), viewing data through a head-mounted display. Police hope to use the device to replace the many expensive monitors and computer systems used to monitor surveillance data.According to a report from Forbes, Orange County is in communication with Apple over using the headset, and perhaps even implementing CarPlay in police cruisers. Orange County Sheriff's Department CIO Dave Fontneau shared details of the plan and what he hopes may come from it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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iOS 18.1 beta with Apple Intelligence now available for iPhone 16 models
Apple this week announced the new iPhone 16, and the new phones will come with iOS 18 installed. The update is also coming to previous iPhone models next week, but this first release doesn’t include Apple Intelligence features. For that, Apple is running tests with iOS 18.1 beta – and iPhone 16 users will be able to update to the beta from day one. more…

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Price drop: Block ads and data trackers forever with this top-rated service
Snag a lifetime subscription to the AdGuard family plan. The iOS and Mac ad blocker also protects your privacy on Android and PC. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Compared: A18 vs A18 Pro — breaking down what's powering iPhone 16
With the iPhone 16 range, Apple introduced two new chips — the A18 and A18 Pro. Here's what's different between them, and how they compare to older hardware.A18 vs A18 ProOn Monday, Apple announced the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro, both of which feature new processing hardware. For previous iPhone releases, such as the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 range, Apple used a year-old chip in its base model iPhones. The standard iPhone 15, for instance, featured Apple's A16 Bionic chip, while the iPhone 15 Pro used the newer and more powerful A17 Pro.To better understand Apple's latest chip upgrades, it's important to bear in mind the core components of an Apple system-on-chip. The company's chips consist of multiple processing units — the GPU handles graphics-related tasks, the Neural Engine or NPU is used for AI and machine learning, and the CPU is used for general data processing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple’s $249 AirPods Pro clinical-grade hearing aids can greatly help people with untreated hearing loss
On Tuesday following Apple’s announcement that AirPods Pro 2 can be used as clinical-grade hearing aids, hearing aid manufacturers… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia in talks to invest in OpenAI as AI firm looks to raise $6.5 billion
OpenAI is in talks to raise $6.5 billion from investors, in which Apple is expected to participate, at a valuation of $150 billion… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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The iPhone 16 event surprises that left me frustrated
An Apple event is always full of potential. Even though rumors and leaks tend to leave very little ‘new’ remaining for event day, Apple still tends to offer some surprises. Maybe a new feature that no one knew about. Or a unique angle that a rumor didn’t quite get right. Unfortunately, with this week’s iPhone 16 launch, the event’s ‘surprises’ largely left me frustrated. more…

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Apple’s iPhone 16 batteries look to be easier to replace than predecessors’
Apple looks to have introduced a new, easier way to replace batteries in the ‌iPhone 16‌ as required by new regulations in the EU… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple says new iPhone 16 design makes battery replacements easier
The iPhone 16 features a new internal design that comes with a big benefit to repairability. Apple says the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus have been “reengineered” to make battery service easier and offer improved performance and thermals. more…

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Faster USB 3 remains exclusive to Pro models in the iPhone 16 lineup
Apple last year finally ditched its proprietary Lightning connector in favor of the more modern and universal USB-C. However, only the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max benefited from the faster USB 3, while the non-Pro models still have USB 2 speeds. Unfortunately, this remains the case for this year’s models. more…

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9to5Mac Daily: September 11, 2024 – More iPhone 16 details, FineWoven
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 iMazing 3: The world’s most trusted tool to manage Apple devices and transfer data from a Mac or PC. Try it now. more…

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iPhone 16 Camera Control is about to free up a lot of Action buttons
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro introduce a new Camera Control button. As I’m thinking about this physical hardware button, it occurs to me that I’m sort of getting an Action button for the first time — despite currently being an iPhone 15 Pro Max user. more…

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8 secret features in Apple Maps
Apple Maps offers tons of features you probably don’t know about. I have a big list of the best eight hidden features. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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The first A18 Pro benchmarks are out, and it is FAST
Macworld The first seemingly legitimate benchmarks of Apple’s new A18 Pro chip have apparently leaked out, and they show a healthy boost in performance that should keep Apple on top of the smartphone performance charts for a while. The Geekbench 6 listing for “iPhone17,2” means we’re looking at the performance numbers for an iPhone 16 Pro Max, and therefore the A18 Pro chip. The CPU score shows single-core performance of 3,409 and multi-core performance of 8,492. The GPU benchmark, which measures Metal API performance for GPU compute tasks and not 3D graphics rendering performance, came in at 32,848. How does that compare to other products? It’s an 18 percent improvement in CPU performance, both single and multi-core, over typical benchmarks of the A17 Pro in the iPhone 15 Pro Max. That phone averages 2,887 single-core and 7,158 mutli-core on Geekbench 6. The GPU compute score for the iPhone 15 Pro Max is 26,976, making the A18 Pro around 21 percent faster. For further context, the M1 MacBook Air has a single-core score of 2,342 and multi-core of 8,350—with eight CPU cores. The single-core score is faster than anything out there: The top of the Android benchmark charts is the Galaxy S24 Ultra with a single-core score of 2,145 and multi-core score of 6,702. Not even close to the A18 Pro. Even the Mac benchmark charts can’t match this single-core performance, as the M3 Max has a score of 3,128. It’s multi-core score of almost 19,000 owes to it having 14 cores. Similarly, the PC processor benchmark chart tops out with the Intel Core i9-13900KS, which has a single-core score of 3,140 and multi-core score of 21,802 (24 cores, 32 threads). In other words, the iPhone 16 Pro models will sport faster single-core CPU performance (as measured by Geekbench 6) than any processor on the market—desktop, laptop, or phone, PC or Mac—and multi-core performance that is in line with a laptop processor from four years ago that has 2 additional cores. Similarly, the GPU performs about as well for compute tasks as an M1 with 8 GPU cores. That’s right, the iPhone 16 Pro has the same RAM, same GPU performance, same multi-core CPU performance, and much better single-core CPU performance, than the M1 MacBook Air. When this architecture shows up in the M-series, we can probably expect single-core scores of around 3,500 and multi-core score of around 13,000 for an 8-core processor. A 10-core GPU design as found in the MacBook Air will likely score 54,000 or more, putting it about 15% faster than the GPU in the M3.

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Developers can nag lapsed app subscribers with win-back offers
Apple is making it easier for developers to tempt iPhone users back into subscribing to their app, by providing a variety of offers to lapsed accounts.Win-back offers in App Store ConnectApp developers frequently rely on subscriptions to their apps to earn a living. However, there is often a level of churn throughout an app's life where users cancel their subscription, losing developers money.In a new option in App Store Connect introduced on Wednesday, developers can now set up "win-back offers" in their storefronts. These can be set up if an app offers auto-renewable subscriptions in the App Store. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Desert titanium is the shiny new iPhone 16 Pro color, but is it more gold or gray?
The iPhone 16 Pro is getting a new color: desert titanium. It’s the focus of all of Apple’s product marketing shots. But look closely and you may just wonder, like I have, what color ‘desert’ really is. From some angles desert titanium looks gold, while others make me think gray. So which is it? more…

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Is Apple stock a buy after its iPhone 16 event?
Apple stock was flattish after the company's fall product launch event on Monday and Tuesday and rose marginally in Wednesday trading… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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OLED MacBook still at least 2 years away
Here's when you can first expect an OLED MacBook to launch, and why that's probably not as soon as you hope. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Apple @ Work Podcast: Parallels Desktop turns 20!
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. In this episode of Apple @ Work, Kamal Srinivasan joins the show to talk about Parallels Desktop 20 and all the new features! more…

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iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro: Where to get the best deals
Macworld If you’re in the market for a 13-series iPhone, you’ve come to the right place. This article offers a summary of the best deals and promotions offered by popular retailers to help you get the best deal.  It’s been a long time since you could only get an iPhone directly from Apple or from AT&T. Today, they are offered by all major carriers and big retailers, and many of them want to entice you to buy with them by offering special deals. Of course, you can still buy from Apple directly, either in-store or online, but you can probably find a lower price elsewhere. That’s particularly relevant if you’re looking at devices that Apple itself no longer sells. The company discontinued the iPhone 13 Pro when the 14-series handsets came out in fall 2022, dropped the 13 mini in fall 2023, and finally killed off the standard iPhone 13 in fall 2024. If you want to buy a 13-series iPhone, you’ll need to shop around other retailers. But luckily we’re here to guide you to the best deals available across the entire market. (If you’re considering other models, check out our overall Best iPhone deals roundup.) iPhone 13 Read our review Price When Reviewed: $799 (base model) Best Prices Today: $449 at Straight Talk | $629 at Apple United States | $767.14 at Amazon Best unlocked 13-series iPhone 13 deals Because Apple no longer sells the 13-series iPhones, you’ll need to shop around. Here are the best deals we’re seeing right now. Note that stock is likely to be scarce for the Pro models (which were discontinued as long ago as 2022). The iPhone 13 and 13 mini should be easier to find. U.K. Argos, iPhone 13 mini (128GB): £499 (£150 off, most recent RRP was £649) Amazon, iPhone 13 (128GB): £499 (£100 off, most recent RRP was £599) iPhone 13 carrier stores and contract deals You can try to get a good deal on an iPhone 13 from a carrier or mobile provider, but there will often be significant strings attached. These deals can be complicated, so be sure to read the fine print. U.S. AT&T T-Mobile Verizon U.K. EE O2 Sky Mobile Three Virgin Mobile Vodafone U.K. readers can also view the best current iPhone 13 contract deals in their area by perusing the table below. Best unlocked iPhone 13 prices right now Apple has discontinued the iPhone 13 now, so you’ll need to buy elsewhere. For comparison purposes, these were Apple’s prices, as of summer 2024: 128GB: $599 / £599 / AUD$1,099 256GB: $699 / £699 / AUD$1,299 512GB: $899 / £899 / AUD$1,649 iPhone 13, 128GB: $599 / £599 / AUD$1,099 New Refurbished Retailer Price Straight Talk $449 View Deal $629 View Deal $767.14 View Deal $779 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 13 128GB – Midnight – Unlocked $360.65 View Deal iPhone 13 128GB – Starlight – Unlocked $378.79 View Deal iPhone 13 128GB – Pink – Unlocked $379.99 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket Unlocked iPhone 13 mini prices The iPhone 13 mini has also been discontinued. At launch, it started at $729, but it dropped in price when the iPhone 14 came out. iPhone 13 mini prices were as follows, as of summer 2023: 128GB: $599 / £649 / AUD$1,049 256GB: $699 / £759 / AUD$1,219 512GB: $899 / £979 / AUD$1,569 iPhone 13 mini, 128GB, WAS: $599 / £599 / AUD$1,099 You may still find an iPhone 13 mini on sale. If it’s available prices should appear below. New Refurbished Retailer Price $643.07 View Deal $662.73 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 13 mini 128GB – Midnight – Unlocked $325 View Deal iPhone 13 mini 128GB – Blue – Unlocked $330.47 View Deal iPhone 13 mini 128GB – Starlight – Unlocked $348.95 View Deal iPhone 13 mini 128GB – Pink – Unlocked $361.75 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket Unlocked iPhone 13 Pro & iPhone 13 Pro Max prices Apple no longer sells either of these handsets. If Apple had carried on selling them, they would probably have seen price cuts in 2022, 2023 and 2024, but we’ll never know exactly how generous those cuts would have been. The best we can do when evaluating third-party deals is look at the launch prices from 2021 and demand a significant drop to take into account the passage of time. Then again, a full two years after they were discontinued, stock of these models is likely to be extremely scarce. If there’s anything available, it will show up in the price comparison tables below, but you may be better off checking the Apple Refurbished Store. iPhone 13 Pro prices at launch: 128GB: $999 / £949 / AUD$1,699 256GB: $1,099 / £1,049 / AUD$1,869 512GB: $1,299 / £1,249 / AUD$2,219 1TB: $1,499 / £1,449 / AUD$2,569 New Refurbished Retailer Price $944.49 View Deal $999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 13 Pro 128GB – Graphite – Unlocked $482.99 View Deal iPhone 13 Pro 128GB – Gold – Unlocked $482.99 View Deal iPhone 13 Pro 128GB – Sierra Blue – Unlocked $512.44 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 13 Pro Max prices at launch: 128GB: $1,099 / £1,049 / AUD$1,849 256GB: $1,199 / £1,149 / AUD$2,019 512GB: $1,399 / £1,349 / AUD$2,369 1TB: $1,599 / £1,549 / AUD$2,719 New Refurbished Retailer Price $1,049.70 View Deal $1099 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB – Sierra Blue – Unlocked $558.99 View Deal iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB – Silver – Unlocked $607.93 View Deal iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB – Gold – Unlocked $617 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket Where to get refurbished iPhone 13 deals Buying refurbished is the best way to get an iPhone 13 Pro or 13 Pro Max, since stock of new units has fallen so low. It’s also a great way to get a good discount on the iPhone 13 and 13 mini. You may find a refurbished iPhone 13 series phone on sale from Apple’s refurbished store, or one of the other resellers mentioned below. These are the best prices we have seen for the 13-series iPhones at the Apple Refurbished Store. Apple doesn’t always have stock available so if the phone you want isn’t there, check again in a few weeks. U.S. Apple Refurbished Store, iPhone 13 Pro: $929 ($270 off) U.K. Apple Refurbished Store, iPhone 13 mini (256GB): £469 (£290 off) Apple Refurbished Store, iPhone 13 (128GB): £419 (£180 off) Apple Refurbished Store, iPhone 13 Pro (256GB): £679 (£370 off) Apple Refurbished Store, iPhone 13 Pro Max (128GB): £679 (£370 off) Refurbished devices are thoroughly tested and repaired to work and look just like new. In the case of official Apple refurbished iPhones, you get a brand-new body and screen, box, accessories, battery, and warranty. It’s almost indistinguishable from buying a new iPhone. See our full guide to buying refurbished iPhones for more. The Apple Refurbished Store can be the most expensive place to buy refurbished handsets, however, so you may want to try the following resellers instead: U.S. BackMarket Best Buy Refurb.me Gazelle Reboxed U.K. Music Magpie (U.K.) Envirofone (U.K.) Reboxed (U.K.) 4Gadgets (U.K.) Smartfone Store (U.K.)

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iPhone users still aren't rushing to buy the latest models
Despite Apple's constant rollout of flashy new smartphones, like the new iPhone 16 models, millions of users refuse to upgrade, clinging to their older devices for longer than ever.iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 ProApple unveils new iPhone models each year, which is always a significant event. These new releases, such as the iPhone 16 models in 2024, come packed with new features to entice customers.However, despite the excitement of these advancements, many iPhone users are holding onto their older devices longer than ever before. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Today in Apple history: Steve Ballmer freaks out and stomps an iPhone
On September 11, 2009, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer snatched a Microsoft worker's iPhone during a big meeting and pretended to destroy it. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Apps can now entice you to re-subscribe with special App Store offers
Apple has created a new way for developers to entice users back to their apps. Soon, you may start seeing special offers from subscription apps whose plans you’ve canceled. more…

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Four advantages of the iPhone 16 over the iPhone 16 Pro
Trying to decide between an iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro? The 16 Pro is, on paper, a better device than the iPhone 16. It has several key advantages that are hard to argue with. However, it’s not better in every way. The iPhone 16 comes with its own unique strengths. Here are the top four reasons to choose an iPhone 16 over the 16 Pro. more…

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Deals: Apple Watch Series 10 for $99 or AirPods 4 from $84 with elevated trade-in offers, chargers, and more
While pre-orders on the Apple Watch Series 10, black Apple Watch Ultra 2, AirPods 4, and more are now live, today we spotted some seriously notable ways to score some deals via trade-ins. Firstly Best Buy is offering $300 on good condition Series 9 (41mm and 45mm) against Series 10 pre-orders – that yields a price as low as $99 for Apple’s latest. This same kind of thing is available for AirPods 4 too – you can score $45 off your pre-order via AirPods 3 trade-ins, which delivers the lowest price we have tracked yet. All of that, loads of exclusive offers on new iPhone 16 gear, and more await down below. more…

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Studio Display user loves M4 iPad Pro as second monitor [Setups]
You can easily mirror M4 iPad Pro on a Studio Display or just use it as an additional external monitor, like this MacBook Air user did. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Bug Left Some Windows PCs Dangerously Unpatched
Microsoft Corp. today released updates to fix at least 79 security vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and related software, including multiple flaws that are already showing up in active attacks. Microsoft also corrected a critical bug that has caused some Windows 10 PCs to remain dangerously unpatched against actively exploited vulnerabilities for several months this year.

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Sextortion Scams Now Include Photos of Your Home
An old but persistent email scam known as "sextortion" has a new personalized touch: The missives, which claim that malware has captured webcam footage of recipients pleasuring themselves, now include a photo of the target's home in a bid to make threats about publishing the videos more frightening and convincing.

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Owners of 1-Time Passcode Theft Service Plead Guilty
Three men in the United Kingdom have pleaded guilty to operating otp[.]agency, a once popular online service that helped attackers intercept the one-time passcodes (OTPs) that many websites require as a second authentication factor in addition to passwords. Launched in November 2019, OTP Agency was a service for intercepting one-time passwords needed to log in to various websites. Scammers would enter the target’s phone number and name, and the service would initiate an automated phone call to the target that alerts them about unauthorized activity on their account.

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Cisco IKE Information Disclosure
A vulnerability in Internet Key Exchange version 1 (IKEv1) packet processing code in Cisco IOS, Cisco IOS XE, and Cisco IOS XR Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to retrieve memory contents, which could lead to the disclosure of confidential information. The vulnerability is due to insufficient condition checks in the part of the code that handles IKEv1 security negotiation requests. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted IKEv1 packet to an affected device configured to accept IKEv1 security negotiation requests. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to retrieve memory contents, which could lead to the disclosure of confidential information.

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Cisco IOX XE Unauthenticated OS Command Execution
This Metasploit module leverages both CVE-2023-20198 and CVE-2023-20273 against vulnerable instances of Cisco IOS XE devices which have the Web UI exposed. An attacker can execute arbitrary OS commands with root privileges. This Metasploit module leverages CVE-2023-20198 to create a new admin user, then authenticating as this user, CVE-2023-20273 is leveraged for OS command injection. The output of the command is written to a file and read back via the webserver. Finally the output file is deleted and the admin user is removed. The vulnerable IOS XE versions are: 16.1.1, 16.1.2, 16.1.3, 16.2.1, 16.2.2, 16.3.1, 16.3.2, 16.3.3, 16.3.1a, 16.3.4, 16.3.5, 16.3.5b, 16.3.6, 16.3.7, 16.3.8, 16.3.9, 16.3.10, 16.3.11, 16.4.1, 16.4.2, 16.4.3, 16.5.1, 16.5.1a, 16.5.1b, 16.5.2, 16.5.3, 16.6.1, 16.6.2, 16.6.3, 16.6.4, 16.6.5, 16.6.4s, 16.6.4a, 16.6.5a, 16.6.6, 16.6.5b, 16.6.7, 16.6.7a, 16.6.8, 16.6.9, 16.6.10, 16.7.1, 16.7.1a, 16.7.1b, 16.7.2, 16.7.3, 16.7.4, 16.8.1, 16.8.1a, 16.8.1b, 16.8.1s, 16.8.1c, 16.8.1d, 16.8.2, 16.8.1e, 16.8.3, 16.9.1, 16.9.2, 16.9.1a, 16.9.1b, 16.9.1s, 16.9.1c, 16.9.1d, 16.9.3, 16.9.2a, 16.9.2s, 16.9.3h, 16.9.4, 16.9.3s, 16.9.3a, 16.9.4c, 16.9.5, 16.9.5f, 16.9.6, 16.9.7, 16.9.8, 16.9.8a, 16.9.8b, 16.9.8c, 16.10.1, 16.10.1a, 16.10.1b, 16.10.1s, 16.10.1c, 16.10.1e, 16.10.1d, 16.10.2, 16.10.1f, 16.10.1g, 16.10.3, 16.11.1, 16.11.1a, 16.11.1b, 16.11.2, 16.11.1s, 16.11.1c, 16.12.1, 16.12.1s, 16.12.1a, 16.12.1c, 16.12.1w, 16.12.2, 16.12.1y, 16.12.2a, 16.12.3, 16.12.8, 16.12.2s, 16.12.1x, 16.12.1t, 16.12.2t, 16.12.4, 16.12.3s, 16.12.1z, 16.12.3a, 16.12.4a, 16.12.5, 16.12.6, 16.12.1z1, 16.12.5a, 16.12.5b, 16.12.1z2, 16.12.6a, 16.12.7, 16.12.9, 16.12.10, 17.1.1, 17.1.1a, 17.1.1s, 17.1.2, 17.1.1t, 17.1.3, 17.2.1, 17.2.1r, 17.2.1a, 17.2.1v, 17.2.2, 17.2.3, 17.3.1, 17.3.2, 17.3.3, 17.3.1a, 17.3.1w, 17.3.2a, 17.3.1x, 17.3.1z, 17.3.3a, 17.3.4, 17.3.5, 17.3.4a, 17.3.6, 17.3.4b, 17.3.4c, 17.3.5a, 17.3.5b, 17.3.7, 17.3.8, 17.4.1, 17.4.2, 17.4.1a, 17.4.1b, 17.4.1c, 17.4.2a, 17.5.1, 17.5.1a, 17.5.1b, 17.5.1c, 17.6.1, 17.6.2, 17.6.1w, 17.6.1a, 17.6.1x, 17.6.3, 17.6.1y, 17.6.1z, 17.6.3a, 17.6.4, 17.6.1z1, 17.6.5, 17.6.6, 17.7.1, 17.7.1a, 17.7.1b, 17.7.2, 17.10.1, 17.10.1a, 17.10.1b, 17.8.1, 17.8.1a, 17.9.1, 17.9.1w, 17.9.2, 17.9.1a, 17.9.1x, 17.9.1y, 17.9.3, 17.9.2a, 17.9.1x1, 17.9.3a, 17.9.4, 17.9.1y1, 17.11.1, 17.11.1a, 17.12.1, 17.12.1a, 17.11.99SW.

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HP Web JetAdmin 6.5 Server Arbitrary Command Execution
This Metasploit module abuses a command execution vulnerability within the web based management console of the Hewlett-Packard Web JetAdmin network printer tool v6.2 - v6.5. It is possible to execute commands as SYSTEM without authentication. The vulnerability also affects POSIX systems, however at this stage the module only works against Windows. This Metasploit module does not apply to HP printers.

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Cisco IOX XE Unauthenticated Command Line Interface (CLI) Execution
This Metasploit module leverages CVE-2023-20198 against vulnerable instances of Cisco IOS XE devices which have the Web UI exposed. An attacker can execute arbitrary CLI commands with privilege level 15. You must specify the IOS command mode to execute a CLI command in. Valid modes are user, privileged, and global. To run a command in "Privileged" mode, set the CMD option to the command you want to run, e.g. show version and set the MODE to privileged. To run a command in "Global Configuration" mode, set the CMD option to the command you want to run, e.g. username hax0r privilege 15 password hax0r and set the MODE to global. The vulnerable IOS XE versions are: 16.1.1, 16.1.2, 16.1.3, 16.2.1, 16.2.2, 16.3.1, 16.3.2, 16.3.3, 16.3.1a, 16.3.4, 16.3.5, 16.3.5b, 16.3.6, 16.3.7, 16.3.8, 16.3.9, 16.3.10, 16.3.11, 16.4.1, 16.4.2, 16.4.3, 16.5.1, 16.5.1a, 16.5.1b, 16.5.2, 16.5.3, 16.6.1, 16.6.2, 16.6.3, 16.6.4, 16.6.5, 16.6.4s, 16.6.4a, 16.6.5a, 16.6.6, 16.6.5b, 16.6.7, 16.6.7a, 16.6.8, 16.6.9, 16.6.10, 16.7.1, 16.7.1a, 16.7.1b, 16.7.2, 16.7.3, 16.7.4, 16.8.1, 16.8.1a, 16.8.1b, 16.8.1s, 16.8.1c, 16.8.1d, 16.8.2, 16.8.1e, 16.8.3, 16.9.1, 16.9.2, 16.9.1a, 16.9.1b, 16.9.1s, 16.9.1c, 16.9.1d, 16.9.3, 16.9.2a, 16.9.2s, 16.9.3h, 16.9.4, 16.9.3s, 16.9.3a, 16.9.4c, 16.9.5, 16.9.5f, 16.9.6, 16.9.7, 16.9.8, 16.9.8a, 16.9.8b, 16.9.8c, 16.10.1, 16.10.1a, 16.10.1b, 16.10.1s, 16.10.1c, 16.10.1e, 16.10.1d, 16.10.2, 16.10.1f, 16.10.1g, 16.10.3, 16.11.1, 16.11.1a, 16.11.1b, 16.11.2, 16.11.1s, 16.11.1c, 16.12.1, 16.12.1s, 16.12.1a, 16.12.1c, 16.12.1w, 16.12.2, 16.12.1y, 16.12.2a, 16.12.3, 16.12.8, 16.12.2s, 16.12.1x, 16.12.1t, 16.12.2t, 16.12.4, 16.12.3s, 16.12.1z, 16.12.3a, 16.12.4a, 16.12.5, 16.12.6, 16.12.1z1, 16.12.5a, 16.12.5b, 16.12.1z2, 16.12.6a, 16.12.7, 16.12.9, 16.12.10, 17.1.1, 17.1.1a, 17.1.1s, 17.1.2, 17.1.1t, 17.1.3, 17.2.1, 17.2.1r, 17.2.1a, 17.2.1v, 17.2.2, 17.2.3, 17.3.1, 17.3.2, 17.3.3, 17.3.1a, 17.3.1w, 17.3.2a, 17.3.1x, 17.3.1z, 17.3.3a, 17.3.4, 17.3.5, 17.3.4a, 17.3.6, 17.3.4b, 17.3.4c, 17.3.5a, 17.3.5b, 17.3.7, 17.3.8, 17.4.1, 17.4.2, 17.4.1a, 17.4.1b, 17.4.1c, 17.4.2a, 17.5.1, 17.5.1a, 17.5.1b, 17.5.1c, 17.6.1, 17.6.2, 17.6.1w, 17.6.1a, 17.6.1x, 17.6.3, 17.6.1y, 17.6.1z, 17.6.3a, 17.6.4, 17.6.1z1, 17.6.5, 17.6.6, 17.7.1, 17.7.1a, 17.7.1b, 17.7.2, 17.10.1, 17.10.1a, 17.10.1b, 17.8.1, 17.8.1a, 17.9.1, 17.9.1w, 17.9.2, 17.9.1a, 17.9.1x, 17.9.1y, 17.9.3, 17.9.2a, 17.9.1x1, 17.9.3a, 17.9.4, 17.9.1y1, 17.11.1, 17.11.1a, 17.12.1, 17.12.1a, 17.11.99SW.

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Mac OS X Safari .webarchive File Format UXSS
Generates a .webarchive file for Mac OS X Safari that will attempt to inject cross-domain Javascript (UXSS), silently install a browser extension, collect user information, steal the cookie database, and steal arbitrary local files. When opened on the target machine the webarchive file must not have the quarantine attribute set, as this forces the webarchive to execute in a sandbox.

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When Get-Out-The-Vote Efforts Look Like Phishing
Multiple media reports this week warned Americans to be on guard against a new phishing scam that arrives in a text message informing recipients they are not yet registered to vote. A bit of digging reveals the missives were sent by a California political consulting firm as part of a well-meaning but potentially counterproductive get-out-the-vote effort that had all the hallmarks of a phishing campaign.

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New 0-Day Attacks Linked to China’s ‘Volt Typhoon’
Malicious hackers are exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in Versa Director, a software product used by many Internet and IT service providers. Researchers believe the activity is linked to Volt Typhoon, a Chinese cyber espionage group focused on infiltrating critical U.S. networks and laying the groundwork for the ability to disrupt communications between the United States and Asia during any future armed conflict with China.

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Local Networks Go Global When Domain Names Collide
The proliferation of new top-level domains (TLDs) has exacerbated a well-known security weakness: Many organizations set up their internal Microsoft authentication systems years ago using domain names in TLDs that didn't exist at the time. Meaning, they are continuously sending their Windows usernames and passwords to domain names they do not control and which are freely available for anyone to register. Here's a look at one security researcher's efforts to map and shrink the size of this insidious problem.

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Red Pocket Mobile is offering $400 off any iPhone 13, 14, or 15
Red Pocket Mobile has new Apple iPhone 13, 14 or 15's on sale for $400 off MSRP when you switch and open up a new line of service. Red Pocket Mobile is a nationwide MVNO using all the major wireless carrier networks and offers plans starting at $20 per month. Your first month is only $10. They're currently offering $200 off any of these iPhones when purchased with a service plan. After three months of service, Red Pocket Mobile will give you an additional $200 rebate in the form of a Virtual Visa Gift Card. The fine print: "$200 additional rebate after 3 consecutive recurring payments on any monthly GSMA unlimited plan, starting at $20/mo. $200 rebate currently applies on any carrier locked iPhone model. Valid new and existing customers. Existing customers must have a qualifying plan. Only one rebate is valid per line, per year." Keep an eye on our iPhone Price Tracker for the latest prices & deals on iPhones and plans from Apple and its carriers, updated daily. We currently track deals from 18+ wireless carriers.

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Apple M2 Pro Mac mini on sale for $1099, save $200
B&H Photo has the M2 Pro Mac mini on sale today for $1099 including free 1-2 day shipping. That's $200 off Apple's MSRP and the lowest price currently available for this mini: - Mac mini M2 Pro CPU (16GB/512GB): $1099, save $200 For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple M2 Pro Mac mini on sale for $1099, save $200
B&H Photo has the M2 Pro Mac mini on sale today for $1099 including free 1-2 day shipping. That's $200 off Apple's MSRP and the lowest price currently available for this mini: - Mac mini M2 Pro CPU (16GB/512GB): $1099, save $200 For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple M2 Pro Mac mini on sale for $1099, save $200
B&H Photo has the M2 Pro Mac mini on sale today for $1099 including free 1-2 day shipping. That's $200 off Apple's MSRP and the lowest price currently available for this mini: - Mac mini M2 Pro CPU (16GB/512GB): $1099, save $200 For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.

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The new Apple iPhone 16, details and prices for all the models
Apple has unveiled its latest lineup of smartphones: the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. These new devices are designed to leverage Apple Intelligence, a personal intelligence system that provides relevant, context-aware assistance while maintaining user privacy. The iPhone 16 series introduces new features such as Camera Control, which offers innovative ways to capture and learn about the world around you. The advanced camera system includes a 48MP Fusion camera with a 2x Telephoto option, essentially giving users two cameras in one. Additionally, a new Ultra Wide camera supports macro photography, while next-generation Photographic Styles allow for further personalization of images. With spatial photo and video capture, users can experience memories in remarkable detail on Apple Vision Pro. Powered by the new A18 chip, the iPhone 16 models deliver a significant increase in performance and efficiency, supporting demanding AAA games and extending battery life. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are available in 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch display sizes, featuring a stylish, durable design and improved battery life. The two models come in five striking colors: black, white, pink, teal, and ultramarine. Apple also launched the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, featuring Apple Intelligence, larger displays, cutting-edge pro camera capabilities, stunning graphics for immersive gaming, and more—all driven by the powerful A18 Pro chip. Apple Intelligence brings advanced, Apple-designed generative models to these new devices, creating a personal intelligence system that offers helpful and relevant insights while prioritizing user privacy. As with the 16 and 16 Plus, the new Camera Control feature provides a quick and intuitive way to access visual intelligence and interact with the enhanced camera system. The iPhone 16 Pro models come equipped with a new 48MP Fusion camera, featuring a faster quad-pixel sensor that supports 4K video recording at 120 frames per second in Dolby Vision, delivering the highest resolution and frame rate ever on an iPhone. Additional camera improvements include a new 48MP Ultra Wide camera for high-resolution photography, including macro shots, and a 5x Telephoto camera on both Pro models. Studio-quality microphones ensure more lifelike audio recordings. The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max boast a durable yet lightweight titanium design, larger displays, and the thinnest borders ever seen on an Apple product. They also offer significant improvements in battery life, with the iPhone 16 Pro Max delivering the longest battery life of any iPhone to date. Both models will be available in four stunning finishes: black titanium, natural titanium, white titanium, and desert titanium. Pre-orders for the iPhone 16 lineup will start on Friday, September 13, with the official release set for Friday, September 20. We've updated our iPhone Price Tracker with the latest deals on Apple's iPhone 16 family of smartphones as well as previous models including the iPhone 15, 14, and SE. Use our price tracker to find the best deal on an iPhone from major carriers such as Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile as well as numerous MVNOs such has Boost, Mint, and many others. We'll be updating our iPhone Price Tracker continuously as information comes in from wireless providers.

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Walmart is blowing out clearance Apple Watch Series 9 models for $150 off MSRP, prices start at $249
Walmart has clearance Apple Watch Series 9 models on sale today for $150 off MSRP on their online store, starting at only $249. Sale prices available for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - 41mm Apple Watch Series 9 GPS (Midnight, Starlight, Silver, Red): $249, save $150 - 45mm Apple Watch Series 9 GPS (Midnight, Starlight, Silver, Red): $279, save $150 - 41mm Apple Watch Series 9 GPS + Cellular (Midnight, Starlight, Silver, Red): $349, save $150 - 45mm Apple Watch Series 9 GPS + Cellular (Midnight, Starlight, Silver, Red): $379, save $150 For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple drops prices on refurbished Apple Watch Series 9 models to as low as $130 off MSRP
With the introduction of new Series 10 Watches today, Apple has dropped their prices on Certified Refurbished Apple Watch Series 9 models in their online store by $40-$50, now up to $130 off original MSRP. Watches start at only $299. Each Watch includes Apple's standard one-year warranty, a new outer case, new band, and free shipping: - 41mm Apple Watch Series 9 GPS: $299, $100 off original MSRP - 45mm Apple Watch Series 9 GPS: $319, $110 off original MSRP - 41mm Apple Watch Series 9 GPS + Cellular: $379, $120 off original MSRP - 45mm Apple Watch Series 9 GPS + Cellular: $399, $130 off original MSRP Note that availability of specific models and colors vary and can change rapidly. Details available at Apple here. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple Watch Ultra Watch 2 models on sale for $689, save $110
Amazon is offering a $110 discount on the Apple Watch Ultra 2, bringing the price down to $689. This is a great deal for anyone looking to upgrade to Apple's latest and most advanced smartwatch, featuring a brighter display, improved battery life, and enhanced health and fitness tracking capabilities. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is designed for those who want a durable, high-performance watch for both everyday use and extreme adventures. With this limited-time discount, it's a perfect opportunity to grab this top-tier smartwatch at a more affordable price. For the latest prices & deals, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Rare sale: HomePod minis for $84.99 at Verizon, save $14 (15% off)
Upgrade your home audio experience with the Apple HomePod mini, now $15 off at Verizon ($84.99)! Compact yet powerful, the HomePod mini delivers rich, 360-degree sound and integrates seamlessly with your Apple devices and smart home setup. Here are its best features: - Siri-Enabled: Control your music, smart home devices, and more with just your voice. - Stereo Sound: Pair two HomePod minis for a full stereo experience. - Compact Design: Small enough to fit anywhere, with style to match any space. Don't miss out! Head over to Verizon today to grab this deal. Limited time offer. Terms and conditions apply. Verizon service NOT required.

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Rare sale: HomePod minis for $84.99 at Verizon, save $14 (15% off)
Upgrade your home audio experience with the Apple HomePod mini, now $15 off at Verizon ($84.99)! Compact yet powerful, the HomePod mini delivers rich, 360-degree sound and integrates seamlessly with your Apple devices and smart home setup. Here are its best features: - Siri-Enabled: Control your music, smart home devices, and more with just your voice. - Stereo Sound: Pair two HomePod minis for a full stereo experience. - Compact Design: Small enough to fit anywhere, with style to match any space. Don't miss out! Head over to Verizon today to grab this deal. Limited time offer. Terms and conditions apply. Verizon service NOT required.

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WWDC24 Apple Developer Conference Sale: M4 iPad Pros for $100 off MSRP with free store pickup today
To celebrate Apple's WWDC24 Conference this week, Best Buy has Apple's iPad Pros with M4 CPUs on sale for $100 off MSRP on their online store. Price start at $899: - 13-inch M4 WiFi iPad Pros: $100 off MSRP - 13-inch M4 WiFi + 5G iPad Pros: $100 off MSRP - 11-inch M4 WiFi iPad Pros: $100 off MSRP - 11-inch M4 WiFi + 5G iPad Pros: $100 off MSRP Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). See our iPad Pro Price Tracker for a detailed breakdown of prices.

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Deal Alert! Magic Keyboard for 10th-generation iPad on sale for $109, save $139!
Walmart has White Magic Keyboards for 10th-generation Apple iPads on sale for $109.99 on their online store. Their price is $139(!) off Apple's MSRP. Price valid for online orders only, in-store price may vary. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our iPad Keyboard Price Tracker, updated daily.

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