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- 10:03 pmNatural disasters across Asia prompt Apple CEO Tim Cook to promise donations
Apple CEO Tim Cook has promised the company will donate to relief efforts in Asia, after natural disasters hit Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Sri Lanka.Apple will donate to relief efforts in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Sri Lanka.Less than a week after announcing its planned contributions to humanitarian efforts in Hong Kong, Apple will now donate to disaster relief efforts to Asian countries affected by recent natural disasters.Those affected countries include Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Sri Lanka. They were impacted by devastating storms, as flooding and landslides reportedly took the lives of more than 1,300 people. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:55 pmSomehow managed to launch the most important app of my life without the subscriptions approved | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingSomehow managed to launch the most important app of my life without the subscriptions approved
yeah, this is how my launch goes ))) the ads are running, money is burning, and the users can’t subscribe at all. and of course it had to happen with my most important app, the one i’ve been working on for a year, basically day and night. absolute peak fn moment. submitted by […]09:53 pmCanada Account Security Service Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 9, 23:00 PST - Dec 10, 03:00 PSTDec 2, 13:36 PSTScheduled - Our service partner is conducting a planned maintenance from 09 December 2025 at 23:00 PST until 10 December 2025 at 03:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for the following carrier and country: Bell Canada.Impacted Products: Verify Silent Network Auth, Lookup Identity Match, Lookup Line Type Intelligence [Twilio API], Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes, Lookup SIM Swap09:43 pmSwift Multiplatform thoughts?
With the Swift for Android SDK, does this have a shot to reach parity with KMP and a UI sharing like CMP and if so how many years away, I really hope it succeeds. If so, does Apple have incentive politically/business wise to invest or officially put resources to it? submitted by /u/DoubleGravyHQ […]09:43 pmApple Can't Escape Dutch App Store Antitrust Lawsuit, EU Court Rules
Apple is not going to be able to escape a class-action antitrust lawsuit over anticompetitive App Store fees in the Netherlands, the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU) said today. The decision could see Apple facing millions of euros in damages, and it sets a precedent for similar lawsuits in other European countries (via Reuters). Apple could ultimately have to pay up to an estimated 637 million euros to address the damage suffered by 14 million iPhone and iPad users in the Netherlands. The lawsuit dates back to 2022, when two Dutch consumer foundations (Right to Consumer Justice and App Store Claims) accused Apple of abusing its dominant market position and charging developers excessive fees. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Dutch iPhone and iPad users, and it claimed that Apple's 30 percent commission inflated prices for apps and in-app purchases. Apple argued that the Dutch court did not have jurisdiction to hear the case because the EU App Store is run from Ireland, and therefore the claims should be litigated in Ireland. Apple said that if the Dutch court was able to hear the case, it could lead to fragmentation with multiple similar cases across the EU, plus it argued that customers in the Netherlands could have downloaded apps while in other EU member states. The District Court of Amsterdam ended up asking the CJEU if it had the jurisdiction to hear the case, and the CJEU said yes. The court decided that the App Store in question was designed for the Dutch market, and it offers Dutch apps for sale to people with an Apple ID associated with the Netherlands, giving Dutch courts jurisdiction. Apple told Reuters that it disagrees with the court's ruling, and that it will continue to vigorously defend itself. The District Court of Amsterdam expects to hear the case toward the end of the first quarter of 2026. The civil App Store fee case that Apple is now facing in the Netherlands is separate from the dating app case that was levied against Apple by ACM, the Dutch competition authority. That case involved regulatory action that led to new alternative purchase options for Dutch dating apps. Apple has also been fighting that antitrust case, and racked up fines of 50 million euros.Tags: Apple Antitrust, Apple LawsuitsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:40 pmiOS 26 gives Apple’s Calendar app a convenient new advantage
iOS 26 is a huge update for iPhone, with a Liquid Glass design and lots of new features for built-in apps like Wallet, Messages, and Music. One popular app—Apple Calendar—mostly got overlooked this year, but it did gain one key new advantage: event creation via screenshots. more…09:36 pmIndia orders device makers to put government-run security app on all phones
Apple will refuse to preload state-run “snooping” app on iPhones, report says.09:29 pmAirPods keep getting better: How to use the newest features
Did you just unbox some new AirPods 4 or AirPods Pro thanks to the killer Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals? If so, there’s a lot you need to know. Over the last two years, AirPods have gotten significantly better thanks to new software updates from Apple. Here’s a rundown of new features you should try that were introduced as part of iOS 18 and iOS 26. more…09:27 pmEurope greenlights Dutch antitrust lawsuit against Apple over App Store conduct
Apple is facing hundreds of millions of euros in damages claims over its allegedly “excessive” App Store fees. Here are the details. more…09:20 pmLast chance: $2.99 Paramount Plus Black Friday streaming deal ends tonight
Catch the NFL on CBS, Landman, Mayor of Kingstown, and more with Paramount Plus, which is discounted to $2.99 per month for 2 months today only.Take advantage of Black Friday savings on Paramount Plus streaming. - Image credit: ParamountNew and eligible returning subscribers can get Paramount Plus for only $2.99 per month for the first two months thanks to the service's Black Friday deal that ends tonight. It's one of the lowest prices we've seen all year and a quick way to stack your holiday watchlist without stacking your bills.Get Paramount+ Black Friday deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:17 pmApple shares hit new all-time intraday and closing highs
In Nasdaq trading today, shares of Apple Inc. rose to hit a new all-time closing high. Apple’s all-time intraday high was also set today… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:07 pmApple’s latest MagSafe Battery accessory has new firmware update
Apple has just shipped new firmware for its recent MagSafe Battery accessory for iPhone Air. Here are the details. more…08:50 pmApple doubles down on humanitarian efforts following devastating storms in Asia
After pledging donations to help victims of the recent Hong Kong fire, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced today that the company will also make donations to relief and rebuilding efforts across several Asian countries. Here are the details. more…08:38 pmApple Releases Firmware Update for iPhone Air MagSafe Battery
Apple today released new firmware for the iPhone Air's MagSafe battery accessory. The firmware has a version number of 8B25, up from the prior 8A351 version. In the Settings app, the new firmware is listed as 99.0 while the prior firmware is 91.0. This is the second firmware update that Apple has provided to iPhone Air users since the battery was released in September. Apple does not provide details on what's included in firmware updates for accessories, but the new firmware likely provides efficiency and performance updates. Accessory firmware updates are done quietly without the user knowing about them, so Apple does not offer installation instructions. MagSafe Battery firmware should update when the battery is connected to the iPhone Air, but you can also force an update by connecting the battery pack to a Mac. You can check the version number of the MagSafe Battery's firmware by attaching it to an iPhone Air, then going to Settings > General > About > iPhone Air MagSafe Battery. The MagSafe Battery is exclusive to the iPhone Air, and it provides iPhone Air users with up to an additional 65 percent charge. The Battery Pack is thin and light because it actually incorporates the exact same battery that Apple used in the iPhone Air.Tag: iPhone Air MagSafe BatteryThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:38 pmFolders vs Groups in Xcode
I‘d really like to use folders. It's easier to manage in git and also with LLMs. My problem is I can‘t sort them, they only get sorted automatically. Any way to change that ? submitted by /u/Ok_Photograph2604 [link] [comments]08:31 pmI just released my free Sudoku app
Hey everyone! So I finally launched my Sudoku app: Sudoku: Daily Brain Workout. The funny thing is, when I started creating this project, I had basically never solved a Sudoku puzzle before. I've tried maybe two or three times, but gave up really fast. I didn't create this because I am some kind of Sudoku […]08:27 pmApple Donating to Relief Efforts in Asia After Deadly Fire and Storms
Apple has announced it will be donating undisclosed amounts to relief efforts in Asia following multiple disasters, including a building fire in Hong Kong and a series of severe storms and flooding across Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka. "Heartbroken by the devastating fire in Hong Kong," said Apple CEO Tim Cook, in a social media post last week. "Everyone affected is in our thoughts and we are thankful for the first responders. Apple is donating to relief efforts on the ground." "Storms across Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka have devastated communities," said Cook, in another post today. "At Apple, we're thinking of everyone affected, and will be donating to relief and building efforts on the ground." Apple has donated to the Red Cross for relief efforts in the past.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:26 pmDutch judge clears the way for a major App Store damages fight
Apple lost an early attempt to stop a Dutch antitrust lawsuit, and Europe's top court says the case can now move forward.Apple faces another fight in the European UnionA ruling from the Court of Justice of the European Union clears the way for two Dutch consumer foundations to pursue damages tied to Apple's App Store fees. The decision rejects Apple's argument that Dutch courts lack jurisdiction.Judges said the alleged harm can occur in the Netherlands when the App Store is tailored for Dutch users. They noted that selling apps to Apple IDs registered in the country creates a clear local impact. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:22 pmiOS 26.1 is now Apple’s recommended update for users still on iOS 18
iOS 26 launched to all users in September, but it was previously only available as a secondary update inside Settings, with versions of iOS 18 given priority. Now, Apple has started recommending iOS 26.1 as the new default update for users. more…08:18 pmI just wanted my app to show in chat gpt responses, here is how it ended )) | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI just wanted my app to show in chat gpt responses, here is how it ended ))
hey everyone, i've been in this community forever, super active, talked to loads of you, and i genuinely love it here. great vibes all around. this post has slight promotion in it (sorry!), but i really want to share it with you because i think it solves a massive headache we all have. quick backstory: […]08:03 pmApple’s record 247 million iPhone shipments drive 6.1% global smartphone surge in 2025 – IDC | Mac Daily NewsApple’s record 247 million iPhone shipments drive 6.1% global smartphone surge in 2025 – IDC
Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 1.5% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 to 1.25 billion units, according to the IDC… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:58 pmGermany evaluates Apple’s proposed fixes for App Tracking Transparency antitrust concerns | 9 to 5 MacGermany evaluates Apple’s proposed fixes for App Tracking Transparency antitrust concerns
Apple’s proposed changes to App Tracking Transparency, aimed at addressing antitrust concerns, are now being put to the test in Germany. Here are the details. more…07:52 pm9to5Mac Daily: December 2, 2025 – Apple Music Replay, Apple AI shakeups
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 Narwal:Narwal is officially launching their Black Friday discounts, offering the record-low prices of its entire lineup up to 49% off. more…07:39 pmChatGPT goes down for some users
If you’re having issues running ChatGPT today, then you’re not alone. The service is experiencing intermittent issues for some users. more…07:33 pmAuto screen capture tool for iOS app?
Hello My workplace is currently doing manual screen captures for our iOS application for every major release. Is there a program that can be used to automatically take screen shots of all screens in the app and store it in some organized fashion? The application and its sections generate over 100 different screens. submitted […]07:23 pmJust got TestFlight approved for XIndex – a tiny macOS utility that ends Xcode project chaos | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingJust got TestFlight approved for XIndex – a tiny macOS utility that ends Xcode project chaos
Hey everyone, i just got external TestFlight approved for XIndex — a tiny menu-bar app that finds all your scattered Xcode projects and actually makes sense of them it’s ugly, it’s rough, but it already saved me 15 minutes this morning 😂 first 50 people who wanna break it for me? https://testflight.apple.com/join/mVcv5xYn no sign-up, no […]07:23 pmRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Volna mobile, Win Mobile and Personnal Communicational
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Apple’s iPhone 18 launch is increasingly looking like a big departure from the company’s typical pattern. Today an IDC report has corroborated that the smallest flagship iPhone lineup since 2019 could be coming. Here are the details. more…07:20 pmiPhone 17 sales fueling a record year, pushing market toward higher prices
A new smartphone forecast shows Apple powering nearly all growth in 2025, though a looming memory shortage threatens to erase the momentum soon after.iPhone 17 Pro MaxWorldwide smartphone shipments are expected to reach 1.25 billion units in 2025, which means 1.5% year-over-year growth. The International Data Corporation (IDC) credits the stronger outlook to Apple's performance during the holiday quarter, a rebound in China, and healthier demand in key emerging markets.Apple is on track for the strongest smartphone year in its history. The company is forecast to ship 247.4 million units in 2025, a 6.1% increase from the prior year. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:18 pmBe wary of the rumored connection between ChatGPT and Apple Health
There is an Apple Health icon buried in the ChatGPT iOS app. This could either lead to better and secure integration if Apple is in charge, or a privacy nightmare if ChatGPT is.Apple HealthChatGPT is capable of connecting to many different apps, including Xcode, Notion, and even Slack. However, a future integration could be more beneficial to your health and fitness.An examination of OpenAI's updated ChatGPT app for iOS spotted by MacRumors reveals that there's a version of the Apple Health icon buried inside. The name of the file apparently indicates that users will be able to connect ChatGPT to the Apple Health app. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:09 pmApple Pushes iPhone Users Still on iOS 18 to Upgrade to iOS 26
Apple is encouraging iPhone users who are still running iOS 18 to upgrade to iOS 26 by making the iOS 26 software upgrade option more prominent. Since iOS 26 launched in September, it has been displayed as an optional upgrade at the bottom of the Software Update interface in the Settings app. iOS 18 has been the default operating system option, and users running iOS 18 have seen iOS 18 updates front and center. Starting today, that's changing. iOS 18 users who have not upgraded to iOS 26 will now see iOS 26.1 as the recommended iOS update in the Settings app. iOS 18 updates are still an option, but are now displayed at the bottom of the app. Apple isn't forcing users to upgrade to iOS 26, but it is pushing the update more heavily than it was before in an effort to increase installation numbers. Some users may be hesitant to upgrade to iOS 26 because of the Liquid Glass design overhaul that makes major changes to the iPhone interface. Allowing users to stay on the prior-generation version of iOS is an option that Apple has provided since iOS 15, but it doesn't last forever. Right now, Apple is providing iOS 18 security updates to those who choose to stay on that operating system, but that may stop in the coming months. After pushing people to upgrade to iOS 26 by making the option more prominent, Apple will likely remove the option to stay on iOS 18, providing iOS 26 as the only upgrade available on devices that support the newer software. Eventually, customers who want to stay up to date on security fixes will need to transition to iOS 26, though Apple will continue to provide iOS 18 updates for devices that do not support iOS 26. Apple hasn't released iOS 26 adoption numbers, so it is unclear how many people have decided to upgrade. Apple typically updates its iOS numbers several months after a new version of iOS launches, so we could get details in January or February. Upgrading to iOS 26 from iOS 18 is irreversible, and Apple does not provide a way to downgrade back to the prior version of iOS. (Thanks, Nicolás!)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:01 pmApple’s hiring of Amar Subramanya likely to help improve AI strategy – Wedbush
Apple's hiring of AI expert Amar Subramanya arrives at an ideal moment for the tech behemoth, as it ramps up efforts to bolster its AI… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:00 pmThe real reason Apple turned to Intel chips again
After a break, Apple and Intel are patching things up, and Intel-made chips could soon be back in Macs. Here's why. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:49 pmJust released my first app! Thermomator: Device thermals and performance monitor for a power user like you. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingJust released my first app! Thermomator: Device thermals and performance monitor for a power user like you.
Get it here for completely FREE: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/thermomator-stats-heat/id6748343794 I made the app that I always wanted. My app Thermomator monitors and logs your iPhone's thermal state – an internal definition for how much thermal pressure it is under. It's made with 100% SwiftUI and has powerful features like Live Activities and Time Sensitive Notifications⚡️ No price […]06:31 pmHow to find your music stats with Apple Music Replay 2025
Apple Music Replay is where you find your most-played songs, artists and albums from 2025. Here's how to find it. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:25 pmWhy does my app not support English in App Store?
My app has English localization as default and use Base Internationalization. However the App Store does not display that the App has English support. Did you run into similar issues? How do you solve it? submitted by /u/Snoo_75348 [link] [comments]06:23 pmIAD (Ashburn) on 2025-12-10
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A reasonably convincing set of faked Amazon Prime Video renewal notices is circulating widely and tricking users. Here's what to look for, and how to avoid getting taken by them.Amazon phishing emails overwhelming customersA new phishing campaign is hitting an AppleInsider staffer's inbox with forged Amazon billing notices for a supposed Prime Video renewal. The polished invoice and urgent support pitch are designed to push victims into calling a scam hotline.The messages impersonate Amazon's billing system and arrive with a PDF that looks like an official receipt. The document lists a fake order ID, a fabricated invoice number, and a renewal charge that customers never authorized. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:18 pmhere’s what great ux looks like. If you build apps, check this out
i’ve been doing iOS dev for 15+ years. about 3 years ago i started building my own portfolio and now have 12 apps live. ASO is still my main channel, but lately I’ve been investing in SEO since it’s way more predictable. ASO is basically “change keywords and pray.” SEO is “get traffic and rank.” […]06:03 pmSwiftUI – Is it common for Preview to not work while the build does?
Does it happen frequently in production-level projects? Do you usually workaround it or fix? submitted by /u/merokotos [link] [comments]05:53 pmGIG (Rio de Janeiro) on 2025-12-08
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AI chatbots have become a go-to source for many users’ health and fitness questions, and a new leak reveals that ChatGPT might soon be able to integrate your Apple Health data to guide its answers. more…05:46 pmMichael and Susan Dell to donate $6.25 billion to fund ‘Trump Accounts’ for millions of American children | Mac Daily NewsMichael and Susan Dell to donate $6.25 billion to fund ‘Trump Accounts’ for millions of American children
Michael Dell and his wife Susan have committed $6.25 billion to fund investment accounts for millions of American children. The huge… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:44 pmCyber Monday Apple deals have been extended, grab prices from $10.99
If you missed out on Cyber Monday sales, several deals have been extended — including AirPods 4 ANC for $99, MacBooks as low as $499, Paramount Plus for $2.99 for 2 months, and more.Save up to $500 with Cyber Monday deals that have been extended - Image credit: AppleEach of the deals below is valid for a limited time only. You can pick up a new Mac at up to $500 off, an Apple Watch for as low as $129, and more. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:44 pmiPhone 17 Demand Is Breaking Apple's Sales Records
Apple's iPhone 17 lineup is selling well enough that Apple is on track to ship more than 247.4 million total iPhones in 2025, according to a new report from IDC. Total 2025 shipments are forecast to grow 6.1 percent year over year due to iPhone 17 demand and increased sales in China, a major market for Apple. Overall worldwide smartphone shipments across Android and iOS are forecast to grow 1.5 percent, primarily because of the success of the iPhone. In China, Apple's largest market, massive demand for iPhone 17 has significantly accelerated Apple's performance. It ranked first in October and November per IDC's China Monthly Sales data with more than 20% share, miles ahead of the competition, leading IDC to revise Apple's Q4 forecast in China from 9% to 17% YoY. This turns a previously projected 1% decline in China for 2025 into a positive 3% growth, that's a phenomenal turnaround. The success story is replicated across all regions, including the US and Western Europe that had previously slowed down. This calendar year will not only be a record period for Apple in terms of shipments but also in value, which is forecast to exceed $261 billion, with 7.2% YoY growth in 2025. Back in October, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that Apple is expecting to set a new all-time revenue record in the December quarter, and a best-ever revenue record for the iPhone. Apple believes overall revenue will grow 10 to 12 percent year-over-year. Apple has seen strong interest in the standard iPhone 17 and the iPhone 17 Pro models, even though the iPhone Air hasn't performed as expected. Next year, Apple plans to change its iPhone release timelines. The high-end iPhone Fold and the iPhone 18 Pro models will come out in September 2026 as usual, but the lower-priced iPhone 18 will be held until spring 2027. IDC predicts that the decision will drop iOS shipments by 4.2 percent in 2026, while a global memory shortage will lead to supply constraints and price increases across the smartphone market. Total global smartphone shipments could decline 0.9 percent in 2026 due to the supply issues and Apple's lineup changes.Tag: IDCThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:42 pm10 must-have accessories to supercharge your iPhone 17 Pro Max
If you have Apple's best iPhone, you should consider the best iPhone 17 Pro Max accessories to make the most of the powerful handset. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:25 pmApple Health Integration Seemingly Coming to ChatGPT
OpenAI appears to be working on Apple Health integration for ChatGPT, although it is unclear when the functionality might be made available to the public. The latest version of the ChatGPT app for the iPhone contains a new image of the Apple Health icon hidden within the app's code. The image's file name suggests that it will be possible to connect the Apple Health app to ChatGPT, so that you can receive more personalized and useful answers based on your health and fitness data. The image shows that ChatGPT would be able to tap into several Apple Health categories related to your activity, sleep, diet, breathing, and hearing. While the ChatGPT app for the iPhone was updated on Monday, it is unclear when this functionality will go live, if ever. Should the plans move forward, Apple Health would be available in ChatGPT's settings, under Apps & Connectors. ChatGPT can already connect to many other apps, including Box, Dropbox, GitHub, Google Drive, Gmail, Microsoft Outlook, Notion, Slack, and others.Tags: Apple Health, ChatGPT, OpenAIThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:23 pmGIG (Rio de Janeiro) on 2025-12-05
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THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 9, 05:00 - 09:00 UTCDec 2, 17:22 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GRU (São Paulo) datacenter on 2025-12-09 between 05:00 and 09:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.05:21 pmApple lowers Mac security bounty rewards in seeming shift to iPhone attacks
Macworld There’s been a long-held belief that Macs are more secure than Windows PCs. Whether that’s true or not is up for debate, but it is a key marketing point used by Apple. But Apple’s latest move with macOS security is a bit of a concern. According to Csaba Fitzl, a macOS security researcher at Iru (spotted by 9to5Mac), Apple has reduced the security bounties it offers for macOS. In a LinkedIn post (membership required), Fitzl states that, “Full TCC (privacy) bypasses are down from 30,5k to 5k…Individual TCC categories are also down from 5-10k to 1k,” and that “macOS sandbox escapes are also down to 5k from 10k.” The reductions send the wrong message to security researchers, according to Fitzl. “There aren’t many people looking for vulnerabilities on the macOS platform anyway, and this move might reduce this even further.” In the meantime, as security researcher Andrew Poole points out in a response to Fitzl’s post, Apple raised the bounties for iOS. It’s unclear why Apple would make these cuts (Macworld reached out to Apple for comment). Several recent reports have stated that macOS malware is on the rise, and other reports show that the Mac market share has increased. It seems more vital than ever to maintain macOS’s security. If anything, Apple’s security notes for macOS updates seem to get longer each time. Apple continues to be a very successful company financially–the company posted record revenue in its most recent financial quarter, not to mention a double-digit increase in Mac sales. Money and Mac demand aren’t the issue, so the reasons seem to indicate a shift towards macOS development. Whatever the reason, security researchers now have less incentive to work on the Mac, and that could be costly for Apple in the long run.05:04 pmApp Tracking Transparency under the gun by German antitrust investigators
Germany's antitrust regulator is reviewing Apple's revised tracking rules after asking the company to address concerns about unequal treatment of third-party apps.Germany examines updated tracking guidelinesThe review is led by the Bundeskartellamt, Germany's federal antitrust authority. Officials said Apple's earlier App Tracking Transparency (ATT) prompts gave the company's own apps a more favorable presentation than those shown to developers' apps.Apple agreed to revise those screens after the regulator raised concerns. The company plans to standardize the wording, content, and visual layout for every app category. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:01 pmYour personal data is being sold every day, but Incogni can help you take it back
How much of your information did you hand over today? Chances are, far more than you realize. That is because there is a multi-billion-dollar data brokerage industry that runs entirely on your data, whether you consent to it or not. That’s where Incogni comes in. It tracks down and removes your personal data from anywhere, from ChatGPT to the dark web. And it keeps removing it. more…05:00 pmApple brings Tap to Pay on iPhone to Singapore
Apple today announced that Tap to Pay on iPhone is now available in Singapore, enabling thousands of merchants to use iPhone to… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:00 pmMicrosoft 365 Copilot Business: The future of work for small businesses
We’re excited to announce the general availability of Microsoft 365 Copilot Business—a comprehensive, full-featured AI solution built for SMBs. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.04:58 pmiOS 26.2 will add three new ways to customize your iPhone
iOS 26.2 is launching to all users very soon, and it will introduce several new ways to customize the way your iPhone looks and works. Here’s what’s coming. more…04:53 pmNAG (Nagpur) on 2025-12-04
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Apple celebrates students of all abilities in an energetic music video that highlights how its accessibility features support learning, creativity, and campus lifeImage Credit: AppleA music video uploaded to Apple's YouTube channel shows how Mac, iPhone, and iPad help students of all abilities. It promotes features like Apple's Magnifier on Mac, Accessibility Reader, Braille Access, VoiceOver, Sound & Name Recognition, Live Captions, and more. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:44 pmHangover Cyber Monday deals: AirPods 4 w/ ANC $99, MacBooks $250 off, Nomad Titanium Band 25% off, more | 9 to 5 MacHangover Cyber Monday deals: AirPods 4 w/ ANC $99, MacBooks $250 off, Nomad Titanium Band 25% off, more
While Black Friday and Cyber Monday are largely behind us now, Walmart has $99 (45% off). On top of that, we are tracking some hangover Cyber Monday pricing on M5 MacBook Pro configurations and M4 MacBook Air, as well as Mac mini at $479. Just be sure to dive into the ongoing Nomad Black Friday event and its latest flash sale on the Titanium Apple Watch Ultra 3/Series Band at 25% off. All of that and more awaits below. more…04:41 pmSecurity researcher fumes at low macOS bug bounty awards
A security researcher has complained about reduced payments from discovered macOS flaws by Apple's bug bounty program, despite Apple raising the maximum for more high-profile rewards.Apple's lock icon, its symbol for privacy — image credit: AppleIn October, Apple said that the payouts in its Security Bounty program will increase considerably in November. While the bounties for some high-profile exploit chains have grown to as high as $2 million, complaints are being raised about other awards for some macOS categories.In a post to LinkedIn, IRU macOS security researcher Csaba Fitzl claims that the Apple Security Bounty "devalued" macOS. The devaluing is apparently demonstrated by the lowering of awards for disclosing some specific bypasses. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:31 pmThe home office Apple device I can’t live without is the one you’d least expect
Macworld When I started working from home full-time, one thing became immediately clear: I needed more space—screen space that is. I’ve always worked better on bigger displays, and once my home became my office, having the best display possible shifted from preference to necessity. That’s what pushed me toward the Apple Studio Display, and it’s no exaggeration to say it completely reshaped the way I work. The 27-inch, 5K Retina panel is exactly the kind of canvas macOS deserves. Text is crisp, UI elements are perfectly scaled, and there’s enough room to keep multiple windows open. For writing, researching, editing, and multitasking, the difference is dramatic. I simply get more done when I can see more at once. A display that doubles as a desktop hub But the Studio Display isn’t just a monitor, it’s the core of my entire setup. Its 600-nit brightness, P3 color gamut, and Apple’s signature color accuracy make everything look clean and consistent. The Apple Studio Display is also an all-in-one hub for all of my accessories.Foundry Then there’s the bonus that it doubles as a USB-C hub, which makes cable management almost nonexistent. One Thunderbolt cable connects my MacBook Pro to the Studio Display, and everything from peripherals, charging, audio, camera, and microphone runs through that single link. The three additional USB-C ports on the back are a huge convenience I didn’t expect to rely on as much as I do. Built-in perks that actually matter Typically, when you think of an external monitor, the display is pretty much the only thing that comes to mind. But the Studio Display has so much more to offer. The 12MP ultra-wide camera with Center Stage keeps me perfectly framed during video calls without needing an external webcam. The three-mic array is more than good enough for meetings, and the six-speaker system is shockingly rich, easily the best audio I’ve heard from a display. The audio sounds more immersive than what you get from a HomePod mini. All these extras matter when your display is also your work tool. It’s one less thing to buy and one less thing cluttering the desk. My Apple Studio display keeps my desk free of clutter and my eyes free from strain.Foundry Basically an iMac, powered by a MacBook To complete the setup, I use a Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse, giving me a clean, iMac-like experience, but with the power and flexibility of my MacBook Pro behind it. The seamless integration between all these devices makes the Studio Display feel like a natural extension of macOS, not just a screen attached to a laptop. Rumors say a new Studio Display could arrive next year, and I’m always curious to see what Apple improves. But even knowing that, I have zero desire to upgrade my current Studio Display. This was one of the best purchases I’ve made for my home office. For my workflow, my comfort, and my productivity, the Studio Display isn’t just part of my WFH setup. It is the setup.04:21 pmApple debuts ‘I’m Not Remarkable’ ad focused on accessibility features for students | Mac Daily NewsApple debuts ‘I’m Not Remarkable’ ad focused on accessibility features for students
Apple today released a new ad, “I’m Not Remarkable,” that puts the spotlight on the company’s accessibility features across iPhone, iPad, Mac… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:17 pmThe Apple Watch SE 3 is still on sale for its all-time best price of $199
Macworld The Apple Watch SE 3 is already Apple’s best smartwatch value, so when it dropped by 20 percent over the Black Friday-Cyber Monday extravaganza, it became an instant buy. And we can’t believe it’s still around: Over at Amazon, you can snag an Apple Watch SE 3 for $199, an absolutely fantastic savings of $50. Whether you’re diving into the Apple Watch ecosystem for the first time or upgrading from an older model, the Apple Watch SE3 is a standout entry-level model. When we reviewed this watch in October, we gave it a 4.5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award, and recommended it over the Series 11. We loved how lightweight it is, has a comfortable design, an always-on display, and impressive battery life. Plus, it’s filled to the brim with health sensors and life-saving features. For instance, it doesn’t just track your movements and workouts; it also detects falls and car crashes and can connect you to emergency services or your contacts. Plus, it can alert you to high and low heart rate, irregular rhythms, and sleep apnea. At $199, the Apple Watch SE3 is an absolute steal, so grab one sooner rather than later because this deal will definitely not stick around forever. Buy now at Amazon04:01 pmMellel 6.5.5
Collects controls to adjust the user interface appearance and customize colors in a new Appearance tab in Settings. ($69.99 new, free update, 107.6 MB, macOS 10.13+)04:01 pmI built 10 apps in the last 6 months and they make ~$4k MRR. Still thinking about creating your first iOS app? Read this | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI built 10 apps in the last 6 months and they make ~$4k MRR. Still thinking about creating your first iOS app? Read this
I keep my whole app-building process very simple. For me it’s always the same three steps: find and validate an idea, build the app, and then do some basic marketing so people actually discover it. For ideas I don’t sit and wait for some “million dollar idea”. I just look what’s already working in the […]04:00 pmToday in Apple history: QuickTime brings video to the masses
On December 2, 1991, Apple shipped its first public version of QuickTime, bringing video to Mac users running System 7. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:59 pm'YouTube Recap' Launching Today on iPhone and Web
Another popular platform is launching an end-of-year highlight reel. First came Spotify Wrapped, then Apple Music Replay, and now there is the YouTube Recap. YouTube Recap highlights your viewing habits, top channels, personal interests, and more, based on your watch history. If you listened to a lot of music on YouTube in 2025, you can also see your top artists and songs of the year. You can share your personal highlights on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. YouTube Recap will be available starting today for users in the U.S. and Canada, and it will roll out in other countries this week. It can be accessed via YouTube's homepage on the web, or by tapping on the "You" tab in the iOS or Android app.Tag: YouTubeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:42 pmAnother iPhone 17 model is coming early next year, three new features rumored
Apple is rumored to have one more iPhone 17 model launching soon in early 2026: the iPhone 17e, which will offer an iPhone 17-like experience at a lower price. Here are three new rumored features that will give it an edge over its predecessor, the iPhone 16e. more…03:34 pmHow to check Apple Music Replay 2025 and share your year
As 2025 winds down, the annual Apple Music Replay gives you an easy way to look back at your top artists, songs, and monthly listening trends. Here's how to see it and share it.Apple Music Replay 2025If you're an Apple Music subscriber, chances are you listen to a lot of music over the year. That's why Apple Music has a feature, known as Replay, which allows you to see your top artists and songs.Replay doesn't just keep track of your yearly listening habits, either. It updates monthly, allowing you to see your top picks for each month. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:25 pmGet These Black Friday/Cyber Monday Apple Deals Before They're Gone for Good
We're in the middle of Cyber Week, which means that Black Friday and Cyber Monday are officially over. Although many deals have now expired, you can still find a few solid leftover discounts on products like AirPods 4, M5 MacBook Pro, Apple Watch Series 11, and more. AirPods 4 Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation are still at their all-time low price of $99.00 on Amazon right now, while the non-ANC model can be purchased for $79.99 from Walmart. $49 OFFAirPods 4 for $79.99 $49 OFFAirPods 4 (ANC) for $99.00M5 MacBook Pro MacBook deals are dwindling fast on Amazon, but you can still get the new M5 MacBook Pro for $1,349.00, down from $1,599.00. This is the 10-Core model with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD in Space Black, and it's a new all-time low price on the M5 MacBook Pro. $250 OFF14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (16GB RAM/512GB) for $1,349.00 $250 OFF14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (16GB RAM/1TB) for $1,549.00Apple Watch You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $329.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $359.00, down from $429.00. Only one color of the 42mm GPS is left at this price, while three colors are available for the 46mm GPS model. $70 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $329.00 $60 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $359.00 For the Apple Watch SE 3, you'll find $50 off both the 40mm and 44mm GPS models. These have some of the most consistent stock and color options available post-Black Friday/Cyber Monday, with two colors available for each. $50 OFFApple Watch SE 3 (40mm GPS) for $199.00 $50 OFFApple Watch SE 3 (44mm GPS) for $229.00M5 iPad Pro Amazon has notable discounts on Apple's brand new M5 iPad Pro, with the entry-level 11-inch model available for $899.00, down from $999.00. $100 OFF11-inch 256GB Wi-Fi M5 iPad Pro for $899.00 $99 OFF13-inch 512GB Wi-Fi M5 iPad Pro for $1,399.99AirTag Although the AirTag 4-Pack is no longer at an all-time low price, you can get the AirTag 1-Pack for $17.97 today on Amazon, down from $29.00. $11 OFFAirTag for $17.97Apple Pencil Pro Amazon is still discounting the Apple Pencil Pro for $94.99, down from $129.00. $34 OFFApple Pencil Pro for $94.99 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:23 pmApple Shares New 'I'm Not Remarkable' Ad
Apple today shared a new "I'm Not Remarkable" ad that highlights the accessibility features available on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. Apple says its products are designed for every student, with the ad showcasing the use of accessibility features like Magnifier and VoiceOver in college. "Apple products are designed for every student," says Apple. "Accessibility features like Magnifier on Mac, Accessibility Reader, Braille Access, VoiceOver, Sound & Name Recognition, and Live Captions can improve access, enhance learning, and create new opportunities for people with disabilities to study, socialize, and succeed in college."Tags: Accessibility, Apple AdsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:20 pmApple faces class action threats after top EU court ruling
Apple's App Store faces the prospect of additional class-action-style damages claims in the European Union after the bloc's highest court… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:17 pmI think App Store Connect resubmissions should be reviewed faster, waiting 24h for every response is kind of annoying. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI think App Store Connect resubmissions should be reviewed faster, waiting 24h for every response is kind of annoying.
Of course it’s different if you flood the review team with shit but when it’s your first few submissions/resubmissions a quick response would be nice. submitted by /u/civman96 [link] [comments]03:03 pmNomad Stand One & Max 25W Wireless Charging Station review: Solid, fast and classy
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Fast 25W for iPhone Solid classy looking stand 3-in-1 charging option (Stand One Max) Cons Premium price iPhone stand is not adjustable Requires wall charger Our Verdict The Nomad Stand One is a statement piece on any desk, oozing Apple vibes in its solid metal and glass Construction and at 25W reaching the latest and fastest iPhone charging rate. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$119 Best Prices Today: Nomad Stand One Retailer Price Nomad $119 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket From innovative cables and classic Watch bands to premium iPhone cases and design-conscious charging devices, Nomad offers a range of classy tech accessories that should match every Apple user’s aspiration. The company has updated its Stand One wireless iPhone charger to the latest Qi2 25W (Qi 2.2) tech standard to keep its range up to date. It follows similar 25W launches from the likes of Belkin, Anker, Baseus and ESR. Note that Qi2 25W is supported only by the iPhone 16 or later. Older iPhones (12-15) will still power up via the chargers but at 15W, which is still significantly faster than the cheaper 7.5W merely MagSafe-compatible chargers. Nomad offers two models: the basic Stand One, a 2-in-1 iPhone and AirPods charging stand; and the Stand One Max, a horizontal 3-in-1 charging pad for iPhone, AirPods and Watch. These are the fourth generation of this classic design. Simon Jary Nomad Stand One: 2-in-1 wireless charger The Nomad Stand One is a sleek yet reassuringly heavy 2-in-1 charging stand for iPhone and AirPods. It is crafted from metal and glass and looks good enough to grace the Genius Bar desk at an Apple Store. The chassis is solid metal with a premium glass panel and anti-slip rubber base. The magnetic wireless charging is possible with any iPhone from the model 12 onwards, with the strange exception of the iPhone 16e. The AirPods 5W Qi charging dish sits hidden behind the iPhone stand, supporting any wireless charging-enabled AirPods case. Measuring 5 x 3.3 x 2.7 inches (12.7 x 8.3 x 6.9cm) it’s compact but not particularly portable as it weighs a 1.3lbs (575g). There are much lighter 2-in-1 stands but one of the selling of the Stand One is exactly this paperweight-like status as a sturdy desk stand. Simon Jary In our tests, the 25W Stand One lived up to expectations with a 50% charge time of 36 minutes. That’s a little over the very best we’ve seen (28 minutes) and the average 33 minutes, but certainly faster than the 45-50 minutes it takes a 15W charger – including the previous third-generation Stand One – to do the same. We test to 50% as after that level charging tends to slow as safeguards start to limit the amount of juice flowing into the phone to protect its battery from overheating. Overheating is something of a risk for the most capable devices as 25W generates a fair temperature at full pelt. To reduce this temperature some 25W wireless chargers include active cooling but the Stand One boasts no fan. The company claims that the stand’s metal structure effectively acts as a heatsink, so eliminating the need for a fan. This keeps it completely silent. The stand is solid and unmoving in terms of adjustability. Nomad calls the Stand One’s 21º viewing angle “perfect” but if you like to wiggle your phone into a position that suits you better, you must look elsewhere at other charging stands. The iPhone can sit in either portrait or landscape orientation and works with Apple’s StandBy mode for clock or photo viewing. Simon Jary Nomad Stand One Max: 3-in-1 wireless charger The Nomad Stand One Max takes the Stand One design and turns it into a horizontal pad style that measures 3.2 x 6.3 x 5 inches (8.2 x 16.1 x 12.8cm). Again, it’s reliably sturdy, weighing nearly 2lbs (just under 1kg). It features the same upright 21-degree 25W wireless iPhone charging stand, but with the AirPods pad placed next to it rather than behind, and a rigid Apple Watch at the other end for fast charging. Any version of the Apple Watch is supported. None of the charging pads are adjustable. As with the 2-in-1 Stand One, Nomad reckons its viewing angle is ideal, and having the Apple Watch charger moving around would not be a great idea as the magnetic connection is not as firm as with the iPhone. Nomad Two models in two colors Both Stand One and Stand One Max are available in either a silver & white color or black (which Nomad calls “Carbide”). Each comes with a decent length 6.6ft (2m) color-matched braided nylon cable, but don’t not ship with the required 40W or higher USB-C wall charger. Price The Nomad Stand One costs $119 / £99 and the Stand One Max $159 / £139. For Apple-like chic you pay Apple prices. As with Apple and its iPhone, there’s no USB-C wall charger included in the box for, ahem, environmental reasons (although there is a matching cable), so if you don’t have a spare charger you’ll need to invest in one of 40W or greater power. Check our recommendations for the best USB-C chargers. You can certainly buy cheaper but here you are paying for something with a little more class than most. Check out more options in our best MagSafe charger and best Apple Watch charger roundups. Simon Jary Should you buy the 25W Nomad Stand One or Stand One Max? The Nomad Stand One is a statement piece on any desk, oozing Apple vibes in its solid metal and glass construction and at 25W reaching the latest and fastest iPhone charging rate.03:02 pmHow to change timezone in Simulator?
I would like to test my app in different timezones and with daylight savings to see that it works correctly. How can I do this? It would also be nice to have this option in SwiftUI Previews. Using Xcode 26. submitted by /u/Ramriez [link] [comments]02:57 pmApple shares fun music video highlighting great accessibility features for college
Apple’s latest accessibility-focused short film is actually a really enjoyable music video for the song “I’m Not Remarkable” by Kittyy & The Class. It’s also an excellent way to showcase Apple’s extensive range of accessibility features integrated into iPhone, iPad, Mac, and other devices. These features can significantly enhance the college experience for all students. more…02:55 pmYouTube ‘Recap’ is like Spotify Wrapped for videos, starts rolling out today
YouTube is listening to feedback and officially launching “Recap,” its own take on Spotify’s popular Wrapped, which will walk you through a recap of your past year using the platform. more…02:51 pmApple security bounties slashed as Mac malware grows
A well-known security researcher reports that Apple has slashed its bounties for finding vulnerabilities in macOS. Many have been halved, with one of them reduced from over $30k to just $5k, despite a growing problem with Mac malware. Csaba Fitzl, principal macOS security researcher at Iru, says it suggests Apple doesn’t really care about the Mac, and increases the likelihood that vulnerabilities will be sold on the black market instead of reported to the company … more…02:50 pmHow to watch A Charlie Brown Christmas for free
The classic "A Charlie Brown Christmas" is free for all to stream later this month, whether you’re an Apple TV+ subscriber or not. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:47 pmApple Music Shares 2025 Year-End Charts
Apple today released its 2025 Apple Music year-end charts, highlighting new global listening trends, expanded analytics, and several unexpected chart-topping performances across streaming, radio, lyrics, and Shazam activity. Apple said the annual charts reflect a broader set of data collected throughout 2025 from global Apple Music streams, Shazam searches, time-synced lyric engagement, radio, Apple Music Sing usage, and more. Top Songs of 2025: Global ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, "APT." Kendrick Lamar & SZA, "luther" Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, "Die With A Smile" Kendrick Lamar, "Not Like Us" Billie Eilish, "BIRDS OF A FEATHER" Top 100: Shazam ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, "APT." Lola Young, "Messy" Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, "Die With A Smile" Alex Warren, "Ordinary" MOLIY, Silent Addy, Skillibeng & Shenseea, "Shake It To The Max (FLY) [Remix]" Top 100: Global Radio ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, "APT." Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, "Die With A Smile" Lola Young, "Messy" Alex Warren, "Ordinary" Billie Eilish, "BIRDS OF A FEATHER" Top 100: Lyrics ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, "APT." Kendrick Lamar & SZA, "luther" Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, "Die With A Smile" HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMI & KPop Demon Hunters Cast, "Golden" Kendrick Lamar, "Not Like Us" Top 100: Sing Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, "Die With A Smile" ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, "APT." Billie Eilish, "WILDFLOWER" HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMI & KPop Demon Hunters Cast, "Golden" Mrs. GREEN APPLE, "Lilac" All 2025 Apple Music year-end charts, including the Top Songs of 2025: Global, the Top 100: Shazam, the Most-Read Lyrics, Top 100: Sing, Top 100: Fitness, and the year-end Shazam Global Radio Spins chart, are now available to browse and play in the Apple Music app.Tag: Apple MusicThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:39 pmApple Music’s top 5 most played songs of the year revealed, plus more
Apple Music Replay launched its annual recap today, and alongside that personalized summary of the year’s activity, Apple has also revealed the most played songs of the year globally, and a lot more. more…02:35 pmA new iCloud alternative just dropped an 8TB lifetime subscription
FileLu gives you permanent storage instead of monthly fees. The lifetime plan gives you up to 8TB, accessible via desktop, mobile and browser. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:29 pmApple Music Replay 2025 personal listening recap is ready to explore and share
It’s officially time for Apple Music subscribers to recap their year in music. The 2025 Apple Music Replay is now available in Apple Music, providing a personalized look back at your year in music listening habits. more…02:23 pmSJC (San Jose) on 2025-12-04
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 4, 10:00 - 14:00 UTCDec 2, 13:54 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SJC (San Jose) datacenter on 2025-12-04 between 10:00 and 14:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.02:23 pmDFW (Dallas) on 2025-12-09
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 9, 08:00 - 12:00 UTCDec 2, 14:12 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in DFW (Dallas) datacenter on 2025-12-09 between 08:00 and 12:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.02:16 pmApple Watch saves hiker after a blindfolded mountain fall
The Fall Detection feature of the Apple Watch helped save a hiker after he had a treacherous, blindfolded fall down a Colorado mountainside.Apple Watch Ultra 3The Apple Watch has frequently been cited as helping to save people's lives in emergency situations. In one new claim, it helped a man who hurt himself on top of a mountain.Hiker Phong Le was headed to Father Dyer Peak along a ridge of Mount Helen, in Breckenridge, Colorado, on Halloween. While traversing the ridge, he propped himself on a boulder to study his map, but the large rock gave way. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:15 pmApple Music Replay 2025: Full Year-End Experience Now Available
The full Replay 2025 experience is now available in the Apple Music app, allowing you to reflect on the songs you listened to the most over the past year. You can view your total minutes spent listening to Apple Music songs, the total number of artists you listened to, your favorite genres, and more for 2025. More details to follow.Tags: Apple Music, Apple Music ReplayThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:06 pmHow to debug .ipa or .xcframework binaries with Xcode — full guide
I’ve put together a complete guide on debugging compiled binaries directly with Xcode + LLDB. Covers: Attaching to processes or PID Setting breakpoints in symbolicated binaries Mapping source files via LLDB target.source-map If you’ve ever had to work without access to the full source code, this walks you step‑by‑step. Link: https://soumyamahunt.medium.com/debugging-binaries-in-xcode-c40625a2ed5b Curious — what’s your […]02:04 pmPrivacy-focused Apple won’t comply with Indian order to preload state-run app
Apple has no intention of complying with the Indian government's directive to pre-install a state-developed so-called "cyber safety" app… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:52 pmIND (Indianapolis) on 2025-12-04
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 4, 07:00 - 11:00 UTCDec 2, 13:34 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IND (Indianapolis) datacenter on 2025-12-04 between 07:00 and 11:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.01:52 pmApple refuses to pre-install government app on iPhones in India
Macworld Surprising no one, Apple has indicated that it will not comply with a new order from the Indian government requiring it to pre-install a state-run cybersecurity app on all iPhones sold in the country. According to three anonymous sources cited by Reuters, Apple “does not plan” to preload iPhones with the Sanchar Saathi app, which is supposed to combat fraud, track stolen devices, and deliver government messaging. Two of the sources added that Apple will convey to the ministry its concerns about the privacy and security implications of this plan. One of the sources added that Apple does not intend “to go to court or take a public stand.” Instead, it will simply (and, presumably, privately) tell the government that it cannot follow the order because of security factors. Reuters had earlier this week broken news of the confidential order, which is understood to have been passed on November 28. India’s telecoms ministry privately contacted smartphone makers–including Oppo, Samsung, Vivo, and Xiaomi, as well as Apple–to instruct them to preload the app on all devices sold in the future, and to push it out to handsets already in use via software updates. It’s unclear whether the other companies intend to obey the order. The order further stipulated that the app’s functions could not be disabled or restricted by the user. Even at the time it seemed unlikely that Apple would comply with the order, as Reuters noted in its original article. A source with direct knowledge of the matter said that Apple’s internal policies “prohibit installation of any government or third-party app before sale of a smartphone,” and it has refused such requests on multiple occasions in the past. Apple has shown that it is prepared to resist official measures that it believes will compromise the security or privacy of iPhone users, even when doing so is unpopular, such as the iPhone 5c that belonged to one of the San Bernardino shooters back in 2015/2016. But in this case, the company would have considerable support. The ministry has been criticised heavily for what has been characterised as covert surveillance and governmental overreach, with one member of the main opposition party proclaiming that “Big Brother cannot watch us.” It doesn’t help that the precise terms of the order remain confidential and unclear. Defending the measures, telecom minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia insisted the app was “voluntary and democratic” and that users can “easily delete it from their phone at any time.” The app can indeed currently be deleted (it’s available for free on the App Store), but it would seem illogical for an order that insists the app cannot be disabled to not also stipulate that it cannot be deleted. Apple may agree to some sort of compromise, such as advertising or highlighting the app to Indian iPhone owners, but it would be a surprise if it agreed to preload the app. And given the company’s successful cultivation of friends in high places, it’s likely to receive assistance if political pressure is applied.01:23 pmRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – MegaFon
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 3, 12:00 - 16:00 PSTDec 2, 05:03 PSTScheduled - The MegaFon network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 03 December 2025 at 12:00 PST until 03 December 2025 at 16:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to MegaFon Russia handsets.01:06 pmTap to Pay on iPhone hits 50 countries as it launches in Singapore
Apple’s Tap to Pay on iPhone is intended to offer the ultimate in convenience and affordability for small businesses looking to accept contactless payment from both mobile wallets and physical cards. The feature is today continuing its global rollout, with Singapore the latest country to get the technology … more…01:00 pmAlliance Calls for Cyber U to Stem Tide of Nation-State Attacks
The Internet Security Alliance says a virtual cyber academy is needed to counter nation-state attacks and ease the workforce shortage that leaves government and industry systems exposed. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.12:55 pmApple pushes back on India's iPhone security app install order
Apple is planning to tell the Indian government it won't comply with an order to preinstall a state-backed app on iPhones, as doing so would introduce big security and privacy issues.India wants a security app preinstalled on new iPhones - Image Credit: AppleOn Monday, the Indian government issued a directive to smartphone producers, demanding they preinstall a state-owned cybersecurity app on their devices. As expected, Apple intends to resist the order.Sources of Reuters say that Apple's response will not comply with the plan. Instead, Apple will tell the government that it doesn't follow mandates to preinstall specific apps anywhere in the world. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:38 pmApple owes its greatest strength in AI to Giannandrea
We've seen it already — many stories covering John Giannandrea's early 2026 retirement from Apple suggest his departure is the result of many failures. The reality of his tenure at Apple is much more complex.Apple's on-device AI strategy is thanks to John GiannandreaWhen John Giannandrea joined Apple in April 2018, it was seen as a triumphant win for the company's work in machine learning, Siri, and autonomous vehicles. He was placed over multiple large divisions, and succeeded in creating a roadmap of technology in the space that helped lead Apple to become what it is today.You're probably not going to find many headlines or articles discussing what Giannandrea actually accomplished at Apple, and the market is reacting accordingly — meaning not at all. It's likely you'll see things like "Failures in Siri and AI lead to Giannandrea getting the boot," which doesn't appear to be true. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our ForumsFirehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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