Apple Promises 'White Glove Experiences' For Its Most Helpful Community Members
Apple is rewarding the most active and helpful members of its support forums with its new Community Plus program. The invite-only program gives these "high-level" Support Community members access to exclusive perks and experiences. From a report: Apple's Support Community members can already earn points based on their activity, granting them access to rewards as they level up. This includes the ability to upload a custom avatar as well as participate in conference calls with the Apple Support Community team and even in-person meetups with other members. But the Community Plus program appears to take things a bit further. It applies to the "shining stars" of Apple support forums who provide the most detailed and helpful answers. Apple says it will only add a "small group" of people to the program on a yearly basis. If this type of program sounds familiar, you may remember that Microsoft has had its MVP (most valuable professional) award for over 20 years and has recognized over 4,000 MVPs so far -- at times rewarding them with trips, subscriptions that included free access to expensive software, and free training materials. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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AliExpress Now Offers Dummy iPhone 14 Models
With the iPhone 14 seeing a likely release in the fall, those that don’t want to wait can now purchase dummy units through AliExpress. The listing was found on Twitter. AliExpress Offers Dummy iPhone 14 Models As shared by Twitter user ShrimpApplePro, a listing on AliExpress offers iPhone 14 dummy units. According to the listing, 98,955 pieces are available. The listing states clearly that the devices are inoperable, though are allegedly 1:1 reproductions of the upcoming iPhone 14 models. The listing offers dummy iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Max, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. https://twitter.com/VNchocoTaco/status/1542099400620535808?s=20&t=DL5kNtdof6Dt9uJKzPkBjw Featuring no internal or operating parts, the dummy-devices are being sold between $6-$37.66. The units are available through Nanron Factory Store, who have a 93.4% positive feedback rating. The images only show a rear view of the devices. However, there are some telling signs that these may be iPhone 14 models, such as the iPhone 14 Max that may likely replace the mini. The controversial large camera bumps are also prevalent. So, why purchase these models? The listing itself suggests offering them to a kid so that they don’t use your real phone. They also suggest using them as a retail display. Something else to consider is that these types of dummy phones can also be great for helping case manufacturers correct phone sizes. However, these fake iPhone 14s may not be all that helpful. The listing states that they cannot confirm 100% accuracy with these models. How to Use a Dummy Phone Content creators could also use these for a variety of reasons. Perhaps as a means of generating clout, or simply as a comical video prop. Naturally, this may also be a ripe opportunity for scammers. While the AliExpress listing admits that they are inoperable, other listings may not be so kind. Until an official release, it is likely anyone selling a "working" iPhone 14 is also selling ocean-front property in Oklahoma. That, or or they're on the run from Apple. For those not interested in an inoperable iPhone 14, there’s always seeing if Chris Evans will depart with his old iPhone 6. For something a bit more tangible, the iPhone 14 will most likely release in the fall. In terms of iPhone 14 news, reports suggest that the iPhone 14 lineup is likely to start with 6GB of RAM, an increase from the iPhone 13. It is also possible that the iPhone 14 Pro will feature an always-on display.

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The best tech accessories for bicyclists and motorcyclists
Having the right gear can make all the difference in getting a good workout on a bike. Here are the best tech accessories for cyclists.BicycleCycling isn't all about health, though. Tracking metrics such as speed and distance and keeping track of the bike's location are all crucial factors. Read more...

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iPhone 14: The complete guide to Apple’s next flagship iPhone
Apple’s yearly iPhone launch is the biggest date in the company’s calendar. And after several years of cautious upgrades, expectations are high for the iPhone 14 in late 2022. In this article we round up the latest leaks and rumors concerning Apple’s next flagship iPhone launch, including the iPhone 14’s release date, tech specs, design changes, new features, pricing and more. The latest news is that all iPhone 14 models are expected to get an upgraded front camera with autofocus and an f/1.9 aperture, while a controversial hole + pill design is set to replace the notch on the Pro models and the handset could gain an always-on display. While we wait for the new handsets to arrive, you can pick up a bargain on the current range with our roundup of the best iPhone deals. Update 6/29: Added information about rumored battery capacity and pricing. iPhone 14 release date: When will the iPhone 14 arrive? We expect the iPhone 14 to be announced in mid-September 2022, and hit stores around a week later. Apple nearly always debuts its new iPhones in September each year, with COVID-19 causing one notable exception in 2020. It’s possible there will be similar delays this year–while the iPhone 14 Pro entered test production on schedule, the non-Pro models appear to have been delayed slightly–but we’d be surprised if Apple wasn’t able to get a handle on these issues in time for the fall. Mark September 2022 in your diary for the coming of the new models. Here’s when the last few generations arrived: iPhone 13: September 24, 2021iPhone 12: October 23, 2020iPhone 11: September 20, 2019iPhone XS: September 21, 2018(Note that one iPhone has arrived already in 2022: the iPhone SE 3 was announced at Apple’s spring event on March 8. But the flagship launch will have to wait until the fall. iPhone 14 design: Will the iPhone 14 have a new design? What will the iPhone look like in 2022? We expect significant design changes. Here are the latest rumors concerning the iPhone 14’s external appearance and physical chassis. New sizes: Goodbye mini, hello Max The most basic and obvious design attribute is size, and most pundits agree that Apple is about to drop a big (or rather small) bombshell in that regard. All the signs suggest that the 5.4-inch iPhone mini line is going to be discontinued: Ming-Chi Kuo, for example, has predicted that Apple will kill off the mini to introduce the Max in 2022. What that means in practice is that we’ll still get four models, but instead of these being split into one small, two medium and one large, it will be two medium and two large. In other words, iPhone 13 mini (with a 5.4-inch screen)iPhone 13 (6.1-inch screen)iPhone 13 Pro (6.1-inch screen)iPhone 13 Pro Max (6.7-inch screen)will be succeeded by: iPhone 14 (6.1-inch screen)iPhone 14 Max (6.7-inch screen)iPhone 14 Pro (6.1-inch screen)iPhone 14 Pro Max (6.7-inch screen)Leaked images of case molds–used to properly size iPhone cases–illustrate these long-rumored size changes. Knowledgable Bloomberg report Mark Gurman supports this theory, adding that Apple “will have to get more dramatic with [2022]’s overhaul, especially as competition mounts.” The iPhone 12 mini and 13 mini are understood to have sold badly, and the move is understandable. But not everyone will be glad to see the back of the mini, as we explain in Why we mourn the iPhone mini. Bigger displays: More screen space (slightly) Note that these screens won’t be exactly the same size as their direct predecessors; nor will they exactly match the size of the non-Pro models. Slimmer bezels around the screen mean the Pro iPhones will gain a fraction of an inch in diagonal measurement, according to the reliable display analyst Ross Young. iPhone 13 Pro – 6.06"iPhone 14 Pro – 6.12"iPhone 13 Pro Max – 6.68"iPhone 14 Pro Max – 6.69"Differences due to pill + hole replacing the notch and narrower bezels.— Ross Young (@DSCCRoss) May 10, 2022You read that right: the Pro Max model is gaining precisely one hundredth of an inch. Needless to say, these microscopic changes in screen dimension are unlikely to be proclaimed in Apple’s marketing materials, which will continue to round to the nearest tenth of an inch. No notch: Meet the “hole + pill” camera cutout The iPhone 13 range saw a small decrease in the size of the infamous notch on the front display. But in 2022 it’s set to be replaced by something different, at least on the Pro models. Instead of a notch cut out of the top of the screen, we now understand that the 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max will have a pair of smaller apertures for the front-facing camera and other sensors: both a pinhole camera and a notch, as we first heard back in October. Here’s what that might look like, based on an image showcasing the “hole + pill” design that was posted on Chinese social media in February 2022: Another leak in May gave us another glimpse of the twin-hole design, and a direct comparison between the pilled-up Pro models and their notch-based equivalents. In this image (sourced from Weibo, via Twitter), we can clearly see the slight difference in bezel thickness which will mean more screen space on the costlier models. @SaranByte Other sources have argued that the iPhone 14 Pro will have just a single pinhole aperture, and we investigate whether the iPhone 14 will have a notch in depth in a separate article. But at this point the twin-aperture theory seems by far the most likely, especially following the alleged leak of a new advert for Apple Pay that seems to confirm the new design. Doubts remain over whether this is legit, but it’s yet another point in favour of pin + hole. Touch ID: The return of Touch ID One way for Apple to make it easier to remove the notch would be to reinstate Touch ID on the next iPhone. This can be done in one of two ways, both of which have been heavily rumored for some time now. The first is to introduce an under-display fingerprint sensor for Touch ID, as suggested by Ming-Chi Kuo to MacRumors, while the other is for Apple to use the same Touch ID sensor in the power button that it currently deploys in the iPad Air (2020) and new iPad mini (2021). But is Apple prepared to countenance such an obvious backwards step? Touch ID was dropped from the flagship iPhones as long ago as 2017, with its ongoing confinement to more budget-focused models an implicit assertion that face recognition is better than fingerprint. Our suspicion is that Apple will only restore Touch ID to its top-tier phones when it’s able to offer it alongside Face ID. And that doesn’t help whatsoever with the removal of the notch. iPhone 14 colors: What color options will the iPhone 14 have? Every year when Apple introduces a new iPhone it changes the color variants somewhat. Here’s what the color options have been for the past few years: 2021 iPhone 13 & mini: green, pink, blue, Midnight, Starlight, red 2021 iPhone 13 Pro & Max: Alpine Green, Silver, Gold, Graphite, Sierra Blue 2020 iPhone 12 & mini: purple, blue, green, black, white, red 2020 iPhone 12 Pro & Max: Pacific Blue, Silver, Gold, Graphite 2019 iPhone 11: purple, yellow, green, black, white, red 2019 iPhone 11 Pro Max: Midnight Blue, Silver, Gold, Space Gray Each year the team at Apple comes up with new colors and new names for those colors. In the past the company has said that it takes inspiration from the colors that are deemed fashionable that season. The Pantone colors for Fall 2022 appear to be bold shades of orange, red, pink, yellow and green, so perhaps this seasons crop of Apple phones will be bold and brightly colored. iPhone 14 Price: How much will the iPhone 14 cost? Price-wise, we expect the standard iPhone 14 model to start at around $800, with the iPhone 14 Pro model somewhere between $1,000 and $1,100 (or more if you want to add extra storage). For a rough comparison, here are the current starting prices on the iPhone 13 series, as detailed in our iPhone buying guide. Note that these will drop in price when the 14-series handsets appear (or disappear from sale entirely). iPhone 13 mini: $699/£679iPhone 13: $799/£779iPhone 13 Pro: $999/£949iPhone 13 Pro Max: $1,099/£1,049But expect the pricing structure for the iPhone 14 models to be a little different from the current range, for the simple reason that there isn’t expected to be a 5.4-inch mini version, but rather a lower-cost 6.7-inch Max size that Ming-Chi Kuo has said could come in at under $900. With that in mind, we expect the starting lineup to range from roughly $800-$1,000 in price, depending on model and size. The new larger model could also shake up the Pro prices. LeaksApple Pro on Twitter reported that Apple “is currently considering” bumping the prices of the Pro iPhones by $100 apiece, pushing the iPhone 14 Pro to $1,099 and the iPhone 14 Pro Max to $1,199. The account cites increasing production costs and the need to provide more than a $100 difference between the 14 Max and the 14 Pro. A report in June also claimed Apple will up the price of the Pro models by $100 in 2022, with the iPhone 14 Pro could start at $1,099 and the Pro Max starting at $1,199. With the expected removal of the mini model, the low-end model will likely start at $799, while the iPhone 14 Max model will slide in at $899. iPhone 14 Specs: What features will the iPhone 14 have? One of the tech community’s favorite games is working out what improvements and innovations Apple will come up with each year for its new iPhones. Apple tests many new technologies, but whether they make it into the iPhone or not has to do with a complicated web of technical feasibility, cost, availability of parts from suppliers, and more. Here are the strongest clues we have about the features and spec upgrades you may see in the iPhone 14. ProMotion screens The iPhone 13 is said to have 120Hz ProMotion displays on the Pro models, with panels made by Samsung, while the non-Pro variants will reportedly use regular 60Hz displays made by LG. With the iPhone 14, LG is said to be making LPTO OLED displays capable of 120Hz to supply the entire iPhone line. So it’s possible that the entire iPhone 14 line will have 120Hz ProMotion technology, which would follow Apple’s natural cadence: bring a feature to the Pro model first and then follow with the rest of the line a year later. Always-on display While we’re on the subject of screen upgrades, what about the recurrent rumor that Apple is planning to give the iPhone an always-on display? Rather than turning off completely when you press the power button or leave the device idle for a few minutes, the screen would remain lit at all times, albeit–assuming Apple follows the same system it uses on the Apple Watch Series 5 and later–with a dimmer, simplified interface to preserve battery life. This is an old perennial rumor, but it became particularly popular in 2021, when the feature was heavily rumored to appear on the iPhone 13. Although it failed to materialize that year, some pundits believe it has been delayed rather than abandoned, and that it could yet make an appearance this year. So far, so vague. But things got more concrete at the end of May 2022, when knowledgeable leaker Mark Gurman nailed his colors to the mast with a specific prediction: iOS 16 would bring an always-on screen to the iPhone in 2022, as part of a wider revamp of the lock screen. Despite being tied to an OS update, this change will not be available retrospectively to existing iPhones, Gurman says, but will be restricted to the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max only. We expect to hear all about iOS 16 and its new features at the opening keynote of WWDC 2022 on June 6. But because it relates specifically to the fall’s new iPhones, this feature might be an exception, and remain secret until the hardware to run it has been unveiled too. Camera upgrades Big changes are apparently coming to the iPhone’s camera in the iPhone 14. While the two lines are expected to retain the same setup—dual camera in the standard iPhone 14 and triple-camera in the iPhone 14 Pro—Apple is planning a big leap for the higher-end models. Leaked schematics show a massive camera bump on the Pro models, protruding 4.17mm from the back of the case for a total thickness of 12.02mm, about a milimeter thicker than the iPhone 13 Pro. According to Kuo, Apple is said to be considering a 48MP sensor for the standard wide camera, which would combine the pixels’ light collection in a 2×2 grid when in a low-light situation (producing a 12MP photo). The camera would reportedly be capable of shooting 8K video, at least on the Pro models. Kuo also says the front camera will gain autofocus and a wider aperture (f/1.9 instead of f/2.2). In April, a post on Weibo (via Macrumors) claimed that the wide camera sensor will be 20 percent larger than ‌iPhone 13 Pro. Together with the 48MP lens, that likely means the iPhone 14 Pro will take extremely detailed images in bright light while still relying on night mode to capture low-light images. While the Pro models were previously rumored to include a “periscope” lens with variable zoom, the latest rumor says that feature is coming in the 2023 iPhone (presumably the iPhone 15). New A16 processor Every new iPhone has a new A-series system-on-chip (SoC) and we expect the iPhone 14 to follow suit. The A16, as it will likely be called, could be one of the first large-scale processor releases to use TSMC’s 3-nanometer manufacturing process, which should help improve performance, efficiency, and battery life. However, a report in November by The Information suggested Apple might stick with a 5nm process due to struggles with TSMC’s “cutting-edge manufacturing technique.” However, recent rumors suggest only the Pro models will get the newest chip, while the non-Pro models will get a slightly upgraded A15 chip. That would be a doubling-down of the strategy Apple introduced with the iPhone 14, when the Pro models got a different A15 chip for the first time with a 5-core GPU. Improved battery life Talking of battery performance, the Chinese-language site Economic Daily News believes the iPhone 14 will get a boost in this department thanks to improvements in 5G technology. The latest 5G components are smaller and more energy-efficient than the ones used in the previous generation of iPhones, freeing up space in the chassis and enabling Apple to fit in a larger battery. In June, a rumor from TheGalox on Twitter claimed that the iPhone 14 Pro will have a 3,200mAh battery (up from 3,095mAh in the iPhone 13 Pro) and the iPhone 14 Pro Max will have a 4,323mah battery (down very slightly from the 4,352 mAh in the iPhone 13 Pro Max. Extra RAM Apple plans to bump the Pro and Pro Max handsets from 6GB of RAM in the 13-series generation to 8GB for the 14-series, according to rumors from South Korea circulating in February 2022. The standard models, meanwhile, will jump from 4GB to 6GB. A report from Trendforce in June 2022 claimed that all four models will have 6GB of RAM, but the iPhone 14 Pro will have the higher-end LPDDR5 (versus LPDDR4X in the iPhone 14). Up to 2TB of storage Apple has only just broken the terabyte barrier, offering a cool 1TB as the top storage tier on the iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max for the first time ever. But optimistic rumormongers think Apple will blast past that milestone and double up again to 2TB in 2022. This theory is based on early testing activity at supplier partners. But we’re not entirely convinced. The death of the Lightning port The idea that Apple will ditch the Lightning port on the iPhone and feature no ports at all has been rumored since before the iPhone 12 was launched. In this concept, rather than rely on cables for charging, all power would be delivered wirelessly. This would instantly render many accessories and power banks redundant, but Apple has never been shy about making unpopular decisions in the past. That could yet become a reality, but not in the near future. In the meantime, a more likely option is that Apple will ditch Lightning and replace it with USB-C, as it’s already done on most of its iPads. The EU has been on the warpath for a while about proprietary charging standards, and a draft law forcibly standardising smartphone ports was rumored in August 2021. This came a step closer in September 2021, when the EU Commission presented a bill to unify charging cables. This could legally oblige Apple to produce a USB-C iPhone for sale in Europe–or to base all its new iPhones on USB-C so as to avoid the production inefficiency of making more than one design. Sure enough, Ming-Chi Kuo has now gone on record with a prediction that Apple will indeed switch from Lightning to USB-C on its iPhone, although this won’t happen until 2023. That means the iPhone 14 will have an iPhone port, but it will be the last iPhone to do so. New MagSafe adapter On the subject of charging ports, there’s also a curious rumor surrounding MagSafe. Not the MagSafe standard used by the iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 models to attach wireless chargers to their rear, but a new magnetic cable standard that’s far closer to the old MagSafe used by MacBooks. Apple has patented “a plurality of magnets aligned with a linear configuration of the plurality of spring-biased pin assemblies…” Actually, it’s probably easier if you look at this illustration: How this would circumvent the EU problem or standardise Apple’s connector issues is unclear, but it is an interesting-looking technology. mmWave 5G iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 models sold in the US offer mmWave (or millimetre wave) 5G, but elsewhere this form isn’t available. For instance, users in the UK rely on the slower sub-6GHz version of 5G, which US users get in addition to mmWave. That may change with the iPhone 14. We reported back before the launch of the iPhone 13 that Apple had made a large order for mmWave antenna, which suggested that the UK and other countries would get faster 5G with the iPhone 13. But in the end the technology was kept a US-only option. In April 2021 the analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicted that support for mmWave would be rolled out in far more countries as part of the launch of the iPhone 13 models. He mentioned Canada, Australia, Japan and “major European mobile operators,” which may include the UK. Maybe Kuo’s radar was slightly off, and mmWave will make its international debut in the iPhone 14 instead? So, what’s the big deal with mmWave? Well, the theoretical maximum speed for mmWave is 1-2 gigabits per second, compared to the 100-400 megabits offered by Sub-6 GHz. However, Sub-6GHz offers a longer range, which is to the benefit of users outside the big cities. We have a separate article where you can read about the 5G coverage problems faced by the iPhone in the UK. We have a good idea, by the way, of the components Apple will use to provide this improved 5G connectivity, with the newly updated X65 expected to appear in the iPhone 14. This is interesting because it allows the use of mmWave and sub-6GHz 5G at the same time, and offers unprecedented speeds of up to 10Gb/s and even improved power efficiency. Wi-Fi 6E Wi-Fi 6E is similar to Wi-Fi 6, which the last three generations of iPhone already support. But it adds compatibility with the 6Hz band, increasing bandwidth, improving speeds and reducing interference. According to a July 2021 report from the Taiwanese site DigiTimes, the late-2021 iPhones were thought to feature support for the new Wi-Fi 6E wireless standard. But this didn’t happen, suggesting that it could be one of the new features in the iPhone 14 range–and in November 2021 Ming-Chi Kuo gave this theory his backing. DigiTimes wasn’t the first site to predict Wi-Fi 6E in iPhones, with Barclays analysts forecasting the same upgrade back in January 2021. iPhone 15 and beyond While many of these rumors look set to appear in the iPhone 14, it’s always tricky to guess where Apple will go next. So take this guide with a pinch of salt, as anything could happen over the months-long wait for the new device. Bear in mind too that some planned changes or new features may slip and get pushed back to the next generation. For example, in terms of design, the evidence is piling up that Apple is working on something very radical: more radical indeed than the iPhone X. An embryonic clamshell design currently known as the iPhone Flip is in development at Apple HQ. Prolific leaker Jon Prosser says it’s reminiscent of the Galaxy Z Flip, and will come in “fun colors.” But he also warns that it won’t launch in 2022, ruling out the iPhone 14. The analysis company Omdia has also predicted that Apple will launch two foldable iPhone models in 2023. Our own Samuel Nyberg, however, thinks that Apple will not release a folding iPhone. Catch up on the latest rumors in our foldable iPhone news hub. For a deeper dive into the future, read Samuel Nyberg’s analysis piece: The next 20 years of the iPhone. iPhone

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New program rewards top Apple Support Community contributors
Apple introduced a new global “Apple Community+” program Wednesday that Cupertino said will recognize and reward top contributors in the Apple Support Community. The new program will provide “access to special perks, white-glove experiences, and more,” the company said. New Apple Community+ program will reward top Apple Support Community contributors Apple said the new program, […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)

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New Customizable Home View In iOS 16 Allows Resizing HomeKit Accessory Tiles
In iOS 16, Apple is breathing new life into the Home app. A single-page overview lets you see all of your HomeKit accessories in one place. To further help you customize the layout, you can resize the tiles for your smart home accessories. Rearranging and Resizing Your HomeKit Accessory Tiles By default, your various smart home devices will be equally sized and arranged pretty much in order of installation. You’re not stuck with that arrangement, though. As spotted by Redditor epmuscle, you can rearrange and even resize the tiles. To change things around, all you need to do is launch the Home app and tap the circle with three dots inside it. You can reorder sections easily, as well as edit the Home View. When you tap Edit Home View, all your tiles will start jiggling. Now you can move the different tiles around, arranging them how you like. Also, if you just tap on one of the tiles, inward- or outward-facing arrows appear. This button allows you to resize the accessory tile on the Home View. Once you've got things how you want them, just tap Done. Limited Functionality, At Least For Now You only have two size choices, at least for now. You can have what’s basically a single-row rectangle, or one that’s two rows tall and more squarish. The icon within the tile that allows you to switch the accessory on or off remains the same size. So, what’s the purpose of resizing these tiles? It does allow you more screen real estate to tap when you want to get to the accessory’s settings, for one. This could be especially helpful for things like HomePod speakers or multi-color LED light strips. You can get to the accessory details pane easier, to choose music or the color. Then, of course, there’s aesthetics. Some folks (like me) don’t really like having empty space when there are an odd number of accessories in a room or scene. By resizing the odd tile, it will fill that space. As of the second iOS 16 developer beta, there’s also no way to resize tiles in the Favorites section, or the quick-action tiles to adjust all lights or all speakers and TVs at once. Perhaps that will change as we see future betas released.

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Poll: Did you own the original iPhone when it launched 15 years ago?
What were you doing on June 29, 2007? Some of you may say: on the line, waiting to buy the original iPhone. After being introduced a few months earlier, in January, the future of mobile was finally being made available to the public. Did you own the original iPhone when it launched 15 years ago? And, if so, what’s your favorite memory of the early days of this phone? more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.

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Apple Music’s Spatial Audio revolutionizes how music is made and consumed
It’s only been one year since Spatial Audio introduced by Apple Music, but early believers in the technology are already converted diehards… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Google makes its latest case on why iPhone users should switch to Android
Back in April, Google launched a “Switch to Android” iOS app that first worked with Pixel phones. Availability is now expanding to all Android 12 phones as Google makes its case for why iPhone users should switch. more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.

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Rad Wagon 4 is an electric utility bike with space for your groceries, cargo and kids [Under Review]
After a year on the road and almost 600 miles, I’ve gotten to know the Rad Wagon 4. And no joke, this electric cargo bike played a part in my family deciding to sell our second vehicle. For the power, price, versatility and build quality, I don’t think there’s a bike on the road that […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)

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Niantic cans four AR projects and cuts jobs as it struggles to recreate Pokémon GO magic
Niantic is trying to prove that it’s more than its hitmaker Pokémon GO, but the company is not finding success at it, as Niantic will fire 8% of the staff while canceling four projects – including the anticipated game Transformers: Heavy Metal. more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.

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Apple Founders Campaign Highlights European Developers in the App Store
Today Apple has launched a new campaign for European developers in its App Store going by the name Founders. The aim of this campaign is to spotlight certain developers using editorial support across Europe. Apple will also celebrate apps currently available from these developers. Apple Founders Supports Small European Developers As reported by TechRadar, nine developers are taking part in the new initiative. Developers such as Turborilla, Snowprint Studios and nada studio are highlighted. These nine developers were chosen by Cupertino specifically for their growth, ability to innovate and how their apps mirror the cultures and zeitgeist of the countries in which they’re based. Furthermore, each developer will be given editorial support within the App Store. Users may go to the ‘Today’ tab in the App Store and view additional content featuring each developer. Apple will also hype these apps through social media and advertising channels. With such a vast amount of content available through the App Store, being a new developer trying to make their way through the sea of apps can seem daunting. Apple’s introduction of Founders is a great way to help promote smaller apps. Looking at the Apple Founders Apps In the App Store, the following five apps made the Founders line-up: Equilab by Equestrian Insights AB: This app is quickly becoming the world’s pre-eminent equestrian app and a go-to resource for over a 1 million riding fans. Apple talks with CEO Adam Torkelsson about building the app around the needs of the equestrian community. Structured by Leonard Mehlig: An app focusing on structuring your time, developer Mehlig shares his work/study balance, as well as how users can find their focus. Holy Owly English for Children by KidsMBA: Sisters Julie Bouton and Stéphanie Bourgeois created Holy Owly to help children between 3 and 12 learn English in a dynamic and engaging way. They also discuss how they continue to develop the app around the evolving needs of children. Planta by Strömming AB: Planta shows users how to keep their plants happy even if they feel they might not have a green thumb. CEO Jesper Svensson talks with Apple about plant care advice. Stoic by Stoic app inc.: Stoic helps users incorporate positive daily habits for the self. Founder Maciej Lobodzinski made the app after struggling with his own mental issues. Now, he’s determined to help other users “find their calm, one journal entry at a time”. Looking at the Apple Founders Games In addition to a selection of apps, Apple has also chosen to highlight a series of games. These include: Mad Skills Motocross 3 by Turborilla: Held in high regards as one of the greatest in arcade racing games, Bryan Steley and the Turborilla team talk about how they have made their passion an arcade classic. Rivengard by Snowprint Studios AB: This challenging strategy game is quick to learn, and CEO of Snowprint Studios Alexander Ekvall talks about the inspiration him and his team get from tabletop games to build this digital quest. 1sland by nada studio: A game celebrating minimalism, 1sland takes users to a peacefully tranquil world with this mindful game. In terms of further content, brothers Sergio and Jacobo Abril tell Apple how the game has transformed their outlook on work-life balance. The two also discuss how they draw inspiration from the little things in life. F-Sim Space Shuttle 2 by SkyTale Software GmbH: Developers Sascha Ledinksi and Mario Cada have created an authentic flight simulator so real even professional pilots are taking notice. Apple finds out how they went about achieving this. What Could Be Next for Apple and the App Store For Apple, this is great that Founders provides an opportunity for smaller developers. Providing them extra support with newsletters and social platforms will no doubt enlarge these curated apps’ imprint on the App Store. As mentioned by TechRadar, this is a great feature for developers, but a focus on apps that highlight accessibility is something Apple should highly consider. Right now, reaching featured accessibility apps in the App Store requires a number of steps. For those curious, it is typically at the bottom of the 'Apps' section of the App Store. However, the latest updates in iOS 16 show that Apple is still keeping accessibility users in mind.

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Apple investors and analysts turn their focus to iPhone 14
Apple is about to close the books on it third fiscal quarter and Apple investors are turning their focus to iPhone 14 which is set to appear… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Avoiding USB-C on iPhones may get harder for Apple as Brazil considers mandate
Brazil joins EU and efforts from US politicians in universal charger push.

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Check out a pre-iPhone prototype worth $500k on iPhone's 15th anniversary
YouTube personality Luke Miani has gotten his hands on a handful of iPhone prototypes with pre-release software and altered designs.A prototype iPhone 2G. Image source: Luke MianiThe original iPhone was first put on sale on June 29, 2007. In Luke Miani's latest video, he shows off several prototype devices, with one dating back to 2006. Read more...

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Brazil Proposes USB-C as the Standard Charging Port for iPhone
Brazil added to Apple's current dilemma on whether to replace the Lightning port of the iPhone with USB-C. The Brazilian regulatory agency proposed a new requirement for smartphone manufacturers to use USB-C as the standard charging port. Brazil to Require USB-C Charging Port for All Smartphones As spotted by 9to5 Mac, Brazilian Tecnoblog reported that Anatel, the Brazilian regulatory agency believes that USB-C charging port allows "greater convenience for consumers." The agency also noted that by doing so, manufacturers will contribute to waste reduction. Consumers can reuse the power adapters no matter what devices they used. As mentioned, the new requirements will generally apply to all smartphone manufacturers. But we all know that most Android devices come with USB-C charging ports. So it's pretty obvious that the requirements are aimed to compel Apple to manufacture USB-C iPhones. Also, it should be noted that unlike the EU's demand to make USB-C a mandatory charging port for all devices, Brazil will require it only for smartphones, at least for now. Earlier this month a group of U.S. senators made the call for the U.S. Commerce Department to mandate a standard charging port for electronic devices. The group made the call to address the lack of interoperability standards among different devices. Brazilian Regulatory Agency's Proposal Is Up For Consultation Currently, Anatel's proposal to make USB-C the mandatory charging port is up for approval. The government will hold public consultations to allow any stakeholders, including tech companies, to share their opinion. The consultation phase will go on until August 26, 2022. If approved, smartphone manufacturers including Apple will have to follow the rule by July 1, 2024. It will be interesting to see how this will issue pan out in the coming months. There have been various rumors that Apple has already begun exploring the possibility of replacing the Lightning port with USB-C. But that won't materialize in this year's iPhone 14.  Another rumor pointed to a new AirPods Pro with a USB-C charging case.

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What to expect from Apple's Q3 2022 earnings report on July 28
Apple's June 28 earnings are coming, and the company has already warned about up to an $8 billion revenue hit from various factors. Here's what to expect from the iPhone maker during its Q3 2022.Apple moneyThe company will report its fiscal results for its thirds quarter, which corresponds to the second calendar quarter of the year, on July 28 before conducting a call with analysts. Apple CEO Tim Cook and CFO Luca Maestri will offer color on the results and expectations for the future. Read more...

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15 years later, Apple still thinks Samsung ‘created a poor copy’ of the iPhone
15 years ago today, Apple began selling the first iPhone, dramatically changing the smartphone landscape and rocketing the company to incredible success. But Apple’s executives are still salty about that whole Samsung Galaxy thing. In a retrospective by The Wall Street Journal’s Joanna Stern, Apple VP Greg Joswiak had this to say about Samsung’s earliest Android Galaxy phones: “They were annoying because they ripped off our technology. They took the innovations we had created and created a poor copy of it. And just put a bigger screen around it.” After Steve Jobs famously said Samsung “slavishly” copied the iPhone. Apple sued Samsung in 2011 over widespread patent and trade dress infringement and accused the company of “blatant copying” the iPhone. After years of verdicts and appeals, Samsung and Apple settled their respective cases in 2018, but hard feelings apparently persist. There’s no denying the similarity of the early Galaxy phones to the iPhone, but it’s also impossible to ignore Samsung’s own impact on the industry. Most notably, the Galaxy phones’ increased screen size caught on, and the company also helped pioneer multiple cameras, longer battery life, and higher storage capacities, among other features and enhancements. The rest of the video focuses on the impact the iPhone has made on people’s lives, following the life of a boy born on the same day the iPhone hit shelves. Former Apple executive Tony Fadell describes how the iPhone was born out of the iPod and how the iPhone instantly changed everything: “Culture at Apple changed dramatically… it became a constant deluge of emails and messages and you were like oh my god, no one could get off of them.” iPhone

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Apple Confirms iPad Will Continue Functioning as a Home Hub in iPadOS 16, But With Limitations
Apple finally confirmed that the iPad will continue to function as a home hub in iPadOS 16. The Cupertino-based company earlier said that iPadOS 16 will stop supporting the iPad as a home hub.  So now, Apple has reversed that statement but also noted that there will be some limitations. Apple Improves Home Kit Architecture for iPadOS 16 When Apple earlier announced that it would be improving the architecture of HomeKit for iPadOS 16, many users got excited. Apple claimed that the retooling will bring in improvements to the Home app in terms of speed and reliability. However, text from the iPadOS 16 beta indicated that Apple might drop support for the iPad as a home hub. But apparently, there was only a misunderstanding on the issue. Apple Says iPadOS 16 Will Continue to Support iPad as a Home Hub During WWDC, Apple announced support for the upcoming new smart home standard called Matter. This standard aims to improve the integration between Internet of Things devices instead of replacing technologies and platforms, including Apple's HomeKit. Apparently, the iPad won't be able to use accessories that take advantage of Matter. However, Apple spokesperson Catherine Franklin told The Verge that iPadOS 16 will continue to support iPad as a home hub. While there won't be any loss in functionality, the update will, however, introduce a new architecture for the Home app. The new architecture will bring a more efficient and reliable experience to iPadOS 16. Unfortunately, Apple said that the new architecture will not support the iPad as a home hub. But There's a Catch In a footnote of the iPadOS 16 preview page, Apple noted that Matter accessories require an Apple TV or HomePod running as a home hub. Apple also confirmed support for the Apple TV HD, Apple TV 4K, and HomePod Mini as home hubs in the new HomeKit architecture. All that being said, if you're using your iPad as a home hub, note that you won't be able to enjoy the features that the new architecture will bring when iPadOS 16 becomes available. But, it's good to know that you can still use your iPad as your home hub. So if you want to experience the new features that the Home app and Matter will bring, it might be the right time to get one of those devices that will be supported as a home hub.

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Timing 2022.3
Time and productivity tracking app adds a new Easy mode for reports. ($42 annual subscription, free update, 28 MB, macOS 10.14+)

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1Password 8.7.3
Maintenance release enables you to now sort items by frequently and recently used. ($35.88 annual subscription, free update, 2.9 MB, macOS 10.15+)

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U.S. GDP contracted 1.6% in Q1 amid rampant inflation; stocks head for 1H since 1970
The final revision of first-quarter gross domestic product confirmed a larger contraction of the U.S. economy than earlier readings… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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U.S. GDP contracted 1.6% in Q1 amid rampant inflation; stocks head for worst 1H since 1970
The final revision of first-quarter gross domestic product confirmed a larger contraction of the U.S. economy than earlier readings… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Review: Pebblebee Card and Clip are like AirTags with Find My, recharging, and unique form factors
The Pebblebee Card and Clip, like Apple’s AirTag, are Bluetooth-enabled item trackers. Using your iPhone, you can track down lost items like your wallet or keys. For this review, I’ve been trying the Pebblebee Card and Pebblebee Clip for a few weeks now. They’re essentially the same devices, just physically designed to track different items. Let’s see how both products stand up to AirTag… more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.

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Trailer gives sneak peek at final season of Jason Momoa’s See, coming soon to Apple TV+
See is coming to an end. The epic, post-apocalyptic adventure series starring Jason Momoa will wrap up with season 3, which premieres on Apple TV+ in late August. A just-released teaser trailer for the upcoming season reveals a new threat for Baba Voss and his family. Watch the See season 3 teaser trailer now See […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)

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Everything we know about the new Apple TV for 2022
The Apple TV 4K landed back in April 2021, and while the company hasn’t exactly had a regular pattern for releasing upgrades to its streaming box, new rumors suggest its successor could be right around the corner. Here’s everything we know so far about the new Apple TV for 2022. When will the new Apple TV be released? We’ve had no official confirmation from Apple at time of writing, but a few rumors have already started doing the rounds that suggest it may only be a few months away. Most notable of these was from industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who has a steady track record when it comes to Apple-related predictions. In a tweet last May, he stated that Apple “will launch a new version of Apple TV that improves cost structure in 2H22.” While this might seem somewhat vague, it translates into the simple fact that he expects a new Apple TV to arrive in the second half of 2022. Apple will launch a new version of Apple TV that improves cost structure in 2H22. I think that Apple's aggressive strategy of integrating hardware, content, and service amid the recession will help close the gap with its competitors.— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) May 13, 2022Looking to the past few models doesn’t really give us any firmer ideas or when exactly this might be, as you can see from the rather scattergun approach outlined below: Apple TV 4K (2nd gen): May 2021Apple TV 4K (1st gen): Sep 2017Apple TV HD: Oct 2015Apple tends not to launch much hardware in the summer, so we’d expect to see something emerge around September. How much will the new Apple TV cost? Again, this is all unconfirmed at the moment, but in his tweet above Ming-Chi Kuo uses the term “improves cost structure” which could be translated along the lines of “will be cheaper.” At the moment, the Apple TV 4K HD sells for $179/£169 if you want the 32GB version, while the 64GB model is $199/£189. This makes it pretty much the most expensive streaming box on the market, with most of its rivals from Amazon and Roku dropping the set-top-box design in favor of streaming sticks. There are a few exceptions, such as the Amazon Fire TV Cube and Roku Streambar, but they still tend to come in a bit cheaper. Here’s the current prices of the main alternatives: Amazon Fire TV Cube: $119.99/£109.99Amazon Fire Stick 4K Max: $54.99/£54.99Roku Streaming Stick 4K: $49.99/£49.99Roku Streambar: $129/£129Chromecast with Google TV: $49/£59If the rumors about a cheaper version are true, then it could help Apple’s streamer get more hold in a marketplace that currently sees Amazon, Google and Roku rule the roost. New features and tech specs Applying the caveats mentioned earlier, we have seen rumours from solid sources that suggest Apple is going to beef things up with the new update. Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, who also has an excellent track record when it comes to Apple, wrote recently about new specs that we might see in the Apple TV (2022) model. He stated in his Power On newsletter that “The new Apple TV, codenamed J255, is in development with an A14 chip and an additional gigabyte of RAM. That compares with the A12 chip announced as part of the 2021 Apple TV last year and could be useful for additional gaming capabilities rolling out in tvOS 16.” The A14 processor is the same one found in the iPhone 12 range as well as the iPad Air (4th gen), which does seem like overkill for a simple streaming box. It appears that Apple wants to keep pursuing the gaming angle on the Apple TV. There were rumors a while back that we might see a new hybrid device that combined the Apple TV and HomePod, but Gurman seems to have scotched this by writing about an update to the latter. “The HomePod, codenamed B620,” states Gurman, “will run the same S8 chip coming to the watches and will be closer to the original HomePod in terms of size and audio performance rather than a new HomePod mini. The new HomePod will have an updated display on top and there’s even been some talk of multi-touch functionality.” Further reading So far, that’s all the information we have on an update to the Apple TV range. Whether it’s a cheaper streaming stick of a more powerful hockey puck, we’ll just have to wait and see. Thankfully, it shouldn’t be too long. Until then, you can take a look at our guides to the best shows coming to Apple TV+ and best Apple TV+ exclusives streaming now. Apple TV

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Apple TV+ drama ‘See’ to return for third and final season on August 26th
Apple TV+ today unveiled a first look at the third season of the series “See,” which will make its global debut on Friday, August 26, 2022… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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How to use the new mail merge in Pages
Apple should not have taken eight years to reintroduce mail merge to Pages, but now it's back. Here's how to make the most of the new feature.Even if you used to know how to use mail merge in Pages, it's been close to a decade since the app would let you. The 2013 release of Pages 5.0 killed off this pretty essential word processing feature, but now the 2022 release of Pages 12.1 has brought it back.There's essential and there's essential. You may never even have noticed the absence of mail merge if you don't happen to need it. Read more...

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Mac Pro and 3-Pro-Display-XDR workstation is an AV wonderland [Setups]
We can count the number of times we’ve come across a three-Pro Display XDR workstation in our Setups travels on less than one hand — maybe two or three times. And if you throw in a late-model Mac Pro and a pile of great audio-visual gear for professional-level videoconferencing, well, that’s even more rare. Liam […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)

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Firefox now automatically removes tracking parameters from URLs to enhance privacy
In the release of Mozilla Firefox 102 comes an important new privacy feature for users. This new tool strips parameters from URLs that track your internet usage. more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.

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The Link Between AWM Proxy & the Glupteba Botnet
On December 7, 2021, Google announced it had sued two Russian men allegedly responsible for operating the Glupteba botnet, a global malware menace that has infected millions of computers over the past decade. That same day, AWM Proxy -- a 14-year-old anonymity service that rents hacked PCs to cybercriminals -- suddenly went offline. Security experts had long seen a link between Glupteba and AWM Proxy, but new research shows AWM Proxy's founder is one of the men being sued by Google.

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Vulnerability Summary for the Week of June 20, 2022
Original release date: June 27, 2022  High Vulnerabilities Primary Vendor -- Product Description Published CVSS Score Source & Patch Info There were no high vulnerabilities recorded this week. Back to top   Medium Vulnerabilities Primary Vendor -- Product Description Published CVSS Score Source & Patch Info There were no medium vulnerabilities recorded this week. Back to top   Low Vulnerabilities Primary Vendor -- Product Description Published CVSS Score Source & Patch Info There were no low vulnerabilities recorded this week. Back to top   Severity Not Yet Assigned Primary Vendor -- Product Description Published CVSS Score Source & Patch Info Rails::Html::Sanitizer -- Rails::Html::Sanitizer   # Possible XSS Vulnerability in Rails::Html::SanitizerThere is a possible XSS vulnerability with certain configurations of Rails::Html::Sanitizer.This vulnerability has been assigned the CVE identifier CVE-2022-32209.Versions Affected: ALLNot affected: NONEFixed Versions: v1.4.3## ImpactA possible XSS vulnerability with certain configurations of Rails::Html::Sanitizer may allow an attacker to inject content if the application developer has overridden the sanitizer's allowed tags to allow both `select` and `style` elements.Code is only impacted if allowed tags are being overridden. This may be done via application configuration:```ruby# In config/application.rbconfig.action_view.sanitized_allowed_tags = ["select", "style"]```see https://guides.rubyonrails.org/configuring.html#configuring-action-viewOr it may be done with a `:tags` option to the Action View helper `sanitize`:``````see https://api.rubyonrails.org/classes/ActionView/Helpers/SanitizeHelper.html#method-i-sanitizeOr it may be done with Rails::Html::SafeListSanitizer directly:```ruby# class-level optionRails::Html::SafeListSanitizer.allowed_tags = ["select", "style"]```or```ruby# instance-level optionRails::Html::SafeListSanitizer.new.sanitize(@article.body, tags: ["select", "style"])```All users overriding the allowed tags by any of the above mechanisms to include both "select" and "style" should either upgrade or use one of the workarounds immediately.## ReleasesThe FIXED releases are available at the normal locations.## WorkaroundsRemove either `select` or `style` from the overridden allowed tags.## CreditsThis vulnerability was responsibly reported by [windshock](https://hackerone.com/windshock?type=user). 2022-06-24 not yet calculated CVE-2022-32209 MISC abb -- multiple_products   Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource vulnerability in ABB REX640 PCL1, REX640 PCL2, REX640 PCL3 allows an authenticated attacker to launch an attack against the user database file and try to take control of an affected system node. 2022-06-21 not yet calculated CVE-2022-1596 MISC adminer_login -- adminer_login   A vulnerability has been found in Adminer Login 1.4.4 and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code. The manipulation leads to improper access controls. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. 2022-06-20 not yet calculated CVE-2017-20066 N/A N/A N/A aio-libs -- aiohttp   ** DISPUTED ** AIOHTTP 3.8.1 can report a "ValueError: Invalid IPv6 URL" outcome, which can lead to a Denial of Service (DoS). NOTE: multiple third parties dispute this issue because there is no example of a context in which denial of service would occur, and many common contexts have exception handing in the calling application. 2022-06-23 not yet calculated CVE-2022-33124 MISC algo_communication_products -- 8373_ip_zone_paging_adapter_firmware   Algo Communication Products Ltd. 8373 IP Zone Paging Adapter Firmware 1.7.6 allows attackers to perform a directory traversal via a web request sent to /fm-data.lua. 2022-06-23 not yet calculated CVE-2022-31395 MISC apache -- multiple_products   Apache Sling Commons Log

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Everything You Can Do with iCloud – Intego Mac Podcast Episode 245
We also talk about a new phishing scam, how the Strava fitness app is causing problems for the Israeli military, some new Windows feature that copy Apple, and the end of captchas. Then we take a deep dive into iCloud, looking at the many features available with your iCloud account. The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.

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Meet the Administrators of the RSOCKS Proxy Botnet
Authorities in the United States, Germany, the Netherlands and the U.K. last week said they dismantled the "RSOCKS" botnet, a collection of millions of hacked devices that were sold as "proxies" to cybercriminals looking for ways to route their malicious traffic through someone else's computer. While the coordinated action did not name the Russian hackers allegedly behind RSOCKS, KrebsOnSecurity has identified its owner as a Russian man living abroad who also runs the world's top Russian spamming forum.

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Why Paper Receipts are Money at the Drive-Thru
Check out the handmade sign posted to the front door of a shuttered Jimmy John's sandwich chain shop in Missouri last week. See if you can tell from the store owner's message what happened.

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Vulnerability Summary for the Week of June 13, 2022
Original release date: June 20, 2022  High Vulnerabilities Primary Vendor -- Product Description Published CVSS Score Source & Patch Info citrix -- application_delivery_management Corruption of the system by a remote, unauthenticated user. The impact of this can include the reset of the administrator password at the next device reboot, allowing an attacker with ssh access to connect with the default administrator credentials after the device has rebooted. 2022-06-16 7.8 CVE-2022-27511 MISC convert-svg_project -- convert-svg The package convert-svg-core before 0.6.4 are vulnerable to Directory Traversal due to improper sanitization of SVG tags. Exploiting this vulnerability is possible by using a specially crafted SVG file. 2022-06-10 7.5 CVE-2022-24278 CONFIRM CONFIRM CONFIRM CONFIRM dell -- supportassist_for_business_pcs Dell SupportAssist Client Consumer versions (3.11.0 and versions prior) and Dell SupportAssist Client Commercial versions (3.2.0 and versions prior) contain a privilege escalation vulnerability. A non-admin user can exploit the vulnerability and gain admin access to the system. 2022-06-10 7.2 CVE-2022-29092 CONFIRM dell -- supportassist_for_business_pcs Dell SupportAssist Client Consumer versions (3.10.4 and prior) and Dell SupportAssist Client Commercial versions (3.1.1 and prior) contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability. A remote unauthenticated malicious user could potentially exploit this vulnerability under specific conditions leading to execution of malicious code on a vulnerable system. 2022-06-10 7.6 CVE-2022-29095 CONFIRM dynamicvision -- dynamicmarkt dynamicMarkt

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How to choose the right Mac for your use case in 2022
If you want to buy a new Mac, you have several options. This guide looks at the pros and cons of each type of Mac. The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.

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How to choose the right Mac for your use case in 2022
If you want to buy a new Mac, you have several options. This guide looks at the pros and cons of each type of Mac. The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.

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How to choose the right Mac for your use case in 2022
If you want to buy a new Mac, you have several options. This guide looks at the pros and cons of each type of Mac. The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.

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Apple’s Planned Obsolescence – Intego Mac Podcast Episode 244
We look at how Apple's planned obsolescence means that many devices won't be compatible with this fall's new operating systems; even devices that are being sold right now. The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.

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Microsoft Patch Tuesday, June 2022 Edition
Microsoft on Tuesday released software updates to fix 60 security vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and other software, including a zero-day flaw in all supported Microsoft Office versions on all flavors of Windows that's seen active exploitation for at least two months now. On a lighter note, Microsoft is officially retiring its Internet Explorer (IE) web browser, which turns 27 years old this year.

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July 4th Sale at Expercom: $200 off any 16″ MacBook Pro plus $50 off AppleCare+ through July 5th
Apple reseller Expercom has 16" M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBook Pros available for $200 off MSRP as part of their July 4th sale. In addition to their MacBook Pro sale prices, take $50 off AppleCare+ when purchased along with the MacBook Pro ($349, regularly $399): (1) 16" Space Gray MacBook Pros (M1 Pro or M1 Max CPUs): from $2299 $200 off MSRP, (2) 16" Silver MacBook Pros (M1 Pro or M1 Max CPUs): from $2299 $200 off MSRP. Offers are valid through July 5, 2022. Discounts are also available on various build-to-order options. Stock depends on your chosen configuration. However, the $200 discount is available for preorders as well. The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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10.2″ Apple iPads (WiFi models) are on sale for $20-$50 off MSRP, prices start at $309
Amazon has Apple's 9th generation 10.2" WiFi iPads on sale for up to $20-$50 off MSRP for a limited time. Their prices are the lowest price currently available for one of these iPads. All models are in stock today with free shipping: (1) 10" 64GB WiFi iPads (Space Gray or Silver): $309 $20 off MSRP, (2) 10" 256GB WiFi iPads (Space Gray or Silver): $429 $50 off MSRP. The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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10-Core M1 Pro 14″ MacBook Pros on sale for $200 off MSRP plus get free 1-2 day shipping
B&H Photo is offering $200 discounts on Apple's new 14" M1 Pro MacBook Pros with 10-Core CPUs (16GB RAM/1TB SSDs). Free 1-2 day shipping is available to most US addresses, and both models are in stock today: (1) 14" MacBook Pro M1 Pro/10-Core CPU/16GB RAM/1TB SSD/Space Gray: $2299, $200 off MSRP, (2) 14" MacBook Pro M1 Pro/10-Core CPU/16GB RAM/1TB SSD/Silver: $2299, $200 off MSRP. For the latest prices & sales, see our 14" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily. The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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B&H has 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pros in stock for $200 off MSRP with free 1-2 day shipping
New Space Gray 16" MacBook Pros with Apple's M1 Pro CPUs are in stock and on sale today at B&H Photo for $200 off Apple's MSRP. Sale prices are for M1 Pro models with 512GB or 1TB of SSD storage. B&H is also offering free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: (1) 16" 10-Core M1 Pro MacBook Pro (16GB RAM/512GB SSD/Space Gray): $2299, $200 off MSRP, (2) 16" 10-Core M1 Pro MacBook Pro (16GB RAM/1TB SSD/Space Gray): $2499, $200 off MSRP. The post B&H has 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pros in stock for $200 off MSRP with free 1-2 day shipping first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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Price drop! 13″ M1 MacBook Pro with 512GB SSD on sale for $1299, save $200
Amazon has dropped prices on recently-discontinued 13" M1 MacBook Pros with a 512GB SSD by $200 off Apple's original MSRP. Shipping is free: 2020 13" MacBook Pro (Space Gray or Silver) M1 CPU/512GB SSD: $1299.99 $200 off MSRP. Their $1299 price is the lowest available for any new 13" M1 MacBook Pro with 512GB of storage today. Note that Amazon's stock comes and goes, so check their site often for the latest stock status and subsequent availability of this deal. For the latest prices and sales, see our 13" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily. The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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Deal Alert! 14″ Apple MacBook Pros with M1 Pro CPUs on sale for $200 off MSRP
Amazon has 14" MacBook Pros with 8-Core M1 Pro CPUs back on sale for $200 off MSRP, only $1799. Shipping is free. Be sure to make your purchase from Amazon rather than a third-party seller: (1) 14" M1 Pro MacBook Pros (8-Core CPU/14-Core GPU/512GB SSD): $1799 $200 off MSRP. Amazon is also offering a $200 discount on models with a 10-Core M1 Pro CPU: (2) 14" M1 Pro MacBook Pro (10-Core CPU/16-Core GPU/1GB SSD): $2299 $200 off MSRP. Amazon's prices are the lowest currently available for 14" MacBook Pros among Apple's resellers. Deliveries are expected as soon as July 2nd, depending on configuration. For the latest prices and sales, see our 14" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily. The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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16″ MacBook Pros with Apple M1 Pro CPUs are back on sale for $200 off MSRP
Amazon is discounting new 16" MacBook Pros with 10-Core Apple M1 Pro CPUs by $200 off MSRP again today. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller rather than a third-party seller, and note that Amazon's prices can change at any time. Expected delivery is as early as July 2nd, depending on configuration: (1) 16" M1 Pro MacBook Pros (10-Core CPU/16-Core GPU/512GB SSD): $2299 $200 off MSRP, (2) 16" M1 Pro MacBook Pros (10-Core CPU/16-Core GPU/1TB SSD): $2499 $200 off MSRP. For the latest prices and sales, see our 16" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, both updated daily. The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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13″ M1 MacBook Airs with 16GB of RAM available for $190 off MSRP at Apple, only $1019, Certified Refurbished
Apple has 13" M1 MacBook Airs (8-Core CPU/7-Core GPU) in stock today with 16GB of RAM for $190 off MSRP, Certified Refurbished. Apple includes a standard one-year warranty with these models, each features a new outer case, and they are in like-new condition. Apple's prices are the cheapest anywhere for an M1 13" MacBook Air with 16GB of memory... The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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Apple Watch SE models are on sale for $50 off MSRP
Amazon has Apple Watch SE GPS models on sale today for $50 off MSRP including free shipping. Prices start at $229. Their prices are the lowest currently available for SE Watches anywhere. Note that their prices may be restricted to certain band colors, and stock is likely to come and go. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily. The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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Apple Watch SE models are on sale for $50 off MSRP
Amazon has Apple Watch SE GPS models on sale today for $50 off MSRP including free shipping. Prices start at $229. Their prices are the lowest currently available for SE Watches anywhere. Note that their prices may be restricted to certain band colors, and stock is likely to come and go. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily. The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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Apple launches 2022 Back to School promotion: Free Apple Gift Card with select Macs and iPads, plus up to $400 off Macs, $100 off iPads
Apple has launched their Back to School promotion for 2022, and here are the details. As part of this promotion, Apple will include a free $150 Apple Gift Card with the purchase of any MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, or 24" iMac. Apple will include a free $100 Apple Gift Card with the purchase of any new iPad Air or iPad Pro. In addition, Education customers save 20% on AppleCare+. Promotion runs through September 26, 2023. Need a new Apple Mac or iPad for school? Whether you're a student, teacher, or staff member, you can use your .edu email address when ordering at Apple Education to take up to $400 off the price of a new Mac and up to off the price of a new iPad. All teachers, students, and staff of any educational institution with a .edu email address qualify for the discount, including parents of students. Education discounts are also available on most build-to-order options, such as extra RAM and more storage. Here are Apple's savings on new Macs, Displays, and various iPads... The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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14″ 10-Core M1 Pro MacBook Pro (Silver) in stock and on sale for $2349, $150 off Apple’s MSRP, free 1-2 day shipping
B&H Photo is offering a $150 discount on Apple's new 14" M1 Pro MacBook Pro (10-Core CPU/16GB RAM/1TB SSD/Silver), only $2349. Free 1-2 day shipping is available to most US addresses, and it's in stock today. Their price is the lowest available for this configuration from any Apple reseller: 14" MacBook Pro M1 Pro/10-Core CPU/16GB RAM/1TB SSD/Silver: $2349 $150 off MSRP. For the latest prices & sales, see our 14" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily. The post first appeared on MacPrices.net.

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