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‘Scars’ episode of Apple TV’s ‘Slow Horses’ nominated for Scripter Award

The “Scars” episode (written by Will Smith) of “Slow Horses” has been nominated for best script written for TV in the 38th annual Scripter Awards. The awards, presented annually by the USC Libraries, honor the writers of the year’s most accomplished film and...

Apple’s Tim Cook is the seventh highest paid CEO in America

Surprisingly, Apple’s CEO is “only” the highest paid CEO in America, according to FORTUNE. His annual compensation grew to $74.6 million in 2024, an 18% increase from $63.2 million the year before. His “eye-watering honeypot” is comprised of $58.1 million in stock...

UK Home Office pushing for nudity-blocking software on Apple and Google devices

UK Home officials want Apple and Google to build nudity-detection algorithms into their software by default, as part of the government’s strategy to tackle violence against women and girls, according to the Financial Times (a subscription is required to read the...

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Apple patent hints at an iMac with a rear-facing projector

As noted by iMore, Apple has been granted a patent (number US 11,630485 B2) that hints at an iMac with rear-acing projectors. The patent is dubbed “housing structures and input-output devices for electronic devices.” In the patent data, Apple says that such an iMac...

Apple looks to tweak the user interface for its Weather app

Apple has been granted a patent (number US 11630559 B2) for “user interfaces for managing weather information” that shows it wants to tweak the graphic user interface on its Weather app. About the patent The Weather app is available on the Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple...

Apple wants to make it easier to dismiss Siri when it’s not needed

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I think Apple products with OLED displays will be (in order) an iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, THEN a MacBook Air

Samsung Display is developing a 13.3-inch OLED panel for a future MacBook Air, according to the Korean site, The Elec. The article says Apple plans to bring OLED technology to other products including the MacBook Pro and iPad Pro. However, don’t look for such products...

Apple granted patent for sharing augmented reality environments

Apple has been granted a patent (number US 11615595 B2) for “systems, methods, and graphical user interfaces for sharing augmented reality environments.” It involves the rumored “RealityPro,” an augmented reality/virtual reality headset. About the patent The patent...

Managing director of VRdirect: Apple’s ‘RealityPro’ will mean a major leap forward for VR/AR tech

Apple’s VR/AR device (rumored to be dubbed “RealityPro”) might come in June at its Worldwide Developers Conference, or it could come in September at its iPhone 15 event as a “One More Thing” moment. For Apple CEO Tim Cook, who has successfully launched the Apple Watch...

Apple may be interested in making a line of luggage straps, travel accessories — and shoe strings!

Is Apple interested in making its own line of luggage straps, travel accessories, and even shoe strings? Maybe. The company has been granted a patent (number US 11614108 B2) for “attachment apparatuses.” About the patent The items described in the patent relate...

Apple may be making progress on an Apple Car, but model one won’t be self-driving

Apple has made advancements with its self-driving system for the “Apple Car” and could use LiDAR sensors from Wenmao, according to the Chinese language site, the Economic Daily News. However, the Sellers Research Group (that’s me) doesn’t think the first model of...

Apple patent involves user interfaces for searching, entering Animoji, Memoji

Apple has been granted a patent (number US 11609640 B2) for emoji user interfaces. It involves the company’s Animoji and Memoji features. Animojis allow a user to choose an avatar (e.g., a puppet) to represent themselves. The Animoji can move and talk as if it were a...

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Tuesday December 16
12:46 pm
iPad mini 8 rumored to use the iPhone 18 A20 Pro chip | AppleInsider
iPad mini 8 rumored to use the iPhone 18 A20 Pro chip
A closer examination of leaked internal code may have also teased a future change for the iPad mini, with the iPad mini 8 rumored to get the A20 Pro chip.iPad miniThere have been a plethora of leaks in early December stemming from an internal pre-release build of iOS 26. Despite the amount of information that has already emerged, it seems there are still more details being uncovered from the code leak.Chinese leaker Kang and others have provided their own compilations of leaked details to Weibo, covering chips to be used in future models. While there are other earlier leaks mentioned, Kang also interestingly brings up the iPad mini. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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12:33 pm
New UK lawsuit takes another shot at Amazon's and Apple's alleged price fixing | AppleInsider
New UK lawsuit takes another shot at Amazon's and Apple's alleged price fixing
Despite both UK and US courts previously dismissing cases about Apple and Amazon allegedly colluding over prices, a new lawsuit has been filed to see if it can do any better.Apple and Amazon have been accused of price-fixingThe accusation in each case is that Amazon and Apple made a secret deal that placed unfair restrictions on independent retailers selling Apple devices on Amazon. Consequently the suit claims that consumers suffered harm as the two firms were able to maintain higher prices than they would.This case was filed in the US in 2022 and was ultimately dismissed in September 2025. Similarly, Professor Christine Riefa later brought a mass lawsuit — the British equivalent of a class action — to the UK's Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT). Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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12:28 pm
iPhone sales predicted to fall next year, with far higher manufacturing costs | 9 to 5 Mac
iPhone sales predicted to fall next year, with far higher manufacturing costs
Market intelligence company Counterpoint Research has predicted that iPhone sales will fall next year compared to this – and that Apple’s manufacturing costs will increase substantially. Global smartphone shipments as a whole are expected to fall in 2026, with Apple being among the worst hit … more…
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12:15 pm
Chinese rumor account claims to have more details about the folding iPhone | Macworld
Chinese rumor account claims to have more details about the folding iPhone
Macworld Chinese tech rumor Weibo account Digital Chat Station has some fresh details of the upcoming folding iPhone. According the the post (translated from Chinese), the current engineering prototypes have the following features: Side-button Touch ID rather than Face ID. A very strong hinge. A 7.58-inch display with an under-display front camera. A 5.25-inch outer display with a punch-hole camera. Dual 48MP cameras. These are all similar to prior rumors, with some small differences (we’ve seen 7.8-inch and 5.5-inch displays mentioned), but the under-display and hole-punch camera details are new. For comparison, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has an 8-inch inside display and a 6.5-inch outer display, while the Pixel 10 Pro Fold has an 8-inch inner display and a 5.4-inch outer display. So if this rumor is true, Apple’s folding iPhone would be slightly and likely have a wide aspect ratio. Digital Chat Station doesn’t say where this information comes from (suppliers, internal leakers, hidden in code, etc.) and the Weibo account has been hit-and-miss with rumors in the past. So perhaps the most interesting thing about this rumor is that it lends weight to the idea that we’ll actually really get a folding iPhone in 2026, after years of disappointment.
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11:59 am
General Motors confirms Apple Wallet car key plans after code spotted | 9 to 5 Mac
General Motors confirms Apple Wallet car key plans after code spotted
Backend code spotted a couple of months ago showed that General Motors was preparing to support Apple Wallet digital car keys, and the company has now confirmed those plans. The news follows the discovery yesterday that Toyota was also making its own preparations for car key support … more…
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11:30 am
Locked out of your Apple account? Good luck | Macworld
Locked out of your Apple account? Good luck
Macworld A few months back, the Macalope was locked out of iMessage. Yeah! “The nerve” is right! It was annoying, of course, but far from the worst thing that could happen to someone, but it highlighted a frustrating blind spot in Apple’s vaunted user experience story, on which someone else has now run afoul of, with far worse consequences. For reasons the Macalope never did learn, his iMessage account was locked by Apple. In order to be reinstated to a club he’s been an upstanding member of for 14 years, he had to submit a request and wait 24 to 48 hours (it was closer to 48). For secret reasons. Apparently. All this despite the fact that the Macalope has conducted very little fraud using the iMessage protocol. Shockingly little, honestly, considering how many other people are apparently out there using it for fraud. The Macalope is starting to think he’s missing out on his fair share of that sweet fraud money. Joking aside (note to self: look into fraud, W slash R slash T getting into), it is a shame that a confluence of scale, reliance on complicated server infrastructure, and the need to account for bad actors means that Apple, the company that famously cares so much about user experience, lets some people just fall through the cracks. This brings us to the honestly pretty terrifying story of Dr. Paris Butterfield-Addison, an author of books on Objective-C and Swift, who was, through no fault of his own, pushed into a bottomless one of these cracks. Which he details in a post: 20 Years of Digital Life, Gone in an Instant, thanks to Apple. Too long, can’t read because I was raised by a pack of weasels living under the O’Malleys’ barn, and only discovered when I wandered out looking for opportunity and love in the big city (Wetumpka, Alabama), Butterfield-Addison appears to have purchased a $500 Apple gift card that was tampered with. When activated, it failed (possibly sending the funds to other parties), the retailer issued a new code, and then Butterfield-Addison was locked out of his iCloud account. All of it. If you’d like to receive regular news and updates to your inbox, sign up for our newsletters, including The Macalope and Apple Breakfast, David Price’s weekly, bite-sized roundup of all the latest Apple news and rumors.Foundry It happens? Again, apparently. As in the Macalope’s case, no one could or would tell him why he was locked out. Unlike the Macalope’s case, Butterfield-Addison was given no recourse (not that the Macalope’s recourse of filling out a form to get back a staple service of Apple platforms was all that reassuring). He was locked out. Apple’s response (summarized by meat-based intelligence on Sarcastic mode): “Sucks to be you, Dr. Paris Butterfield-Addison, author of numerous books on programming for our own platforms.” While Apple has famously told developers that running to the press never helps, it turns out that A) sometimes that’s all you can do, and B) actually, it often really does help, thank you very much. As Butterfield-Addison notes in his post, his story is now getting some attention, has now been taken to Executive Relations, and his situation may end up getting resolved. But it makes the Macalope wonder how many people this has happened to who haven’t written programming books and don’t have their own blogs. You shouldn’t have to be a noted member of the Apple community who also happens to be articulate and have a positive online presence to get this fixed. It shouldn’t have to get escalated to Tim freaking Apple. Despite our rose-colored hindsight glasses, Apple’s systems have never worked perfectly. (They didn’t always hold so much of our critical data: photos, entertainment, credit cards, and now even identification.) The way Apple gets its rep, though, is by making things that work so well when they work that you forgive the times when they don’t. It’s hard to forgive them, though, when they stop working for good. The good news is, this is not a technical problem; it’s a process problem. Sure, Apple may have an exploit in its gift card process that it needs to fix, but locking out victims is not, in any way, part of a viable solution. The company just has to care enough about the people who are getting shoved into these cracks to create a procedure that gets them back in. It remains to be seen if it does or if it prefers to continue to help those who can make a real fuss about it.
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11:00 am
Apple @ Work Podcast: AI workflows and the Mac Mini | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple @ Work Podcast: AI workflows and the Mac Mini
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. In this episode of Apple @ Work, Eric Bickford from MacWeb joins the show to talk about their new US-East rollout, Apple’s hardware for AI workloads, and much more. more…
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08:00 am
Run Microsoft’s best OS on any compatible PC without breaking the bank — just $9.97 | Macworld
Run Microsoft’s best OS on any compatible PC without breaking the bank — just $9.97
Macworld TL;DR: Get a lifetime Windows 11 Pro license for $9.97 (MSRP $199) and unlock advanced security, pro tools, and AI features for your PC. Need an upgrade on your extra PC? Whether you use a Windows computer for work, school, or random tasks you don’t want to do on your Mac, this Microsoft Windows 11 Pro deal delivers serious value at just $9.97. This isn’t a stripped-down version. You’re getting the full Windows 11 Pro operating system with advanced features like enhanced security through biometric login and TPM 2.0, improved multitasking with snap layouts and virtual desktops, and professional-grade tools including Hyper-V and BitLocker encryption. Not to mention, Copilot, the AI assistant designed to answer questions, generate code while you type, and more. The lifetime license means you won’t face recurring subscription fees, and you’ll receive ongoing updates to keep your system secure and current. This operating system is rated an impressive 4/5 stars on PC Magazine and TechRadar. Discover why with this limited-time deal. For a limited time, you can get Microsoft Windows 11 Pro on sale for $9.97 (MSRP $199). Microsoft Windows 11 ProSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
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07:46 am
iOS 26.3 beta 1: All the new features and changes | Cult of Mac
iOS 26.3 beta 1: All the new features and changes
Apple’s first iOS 26.3 beta is here, and it brings two notable platform changes worth paying attention to. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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01:59 am
There’s a big Pluribus spoiler on Google Earth, if you know where to look | 9 to 5 Mac
There’s a big Pluribus spoiler on Google Earth, if you know where to look
If you’ve already watched “The Gap”, which is the seventh episode of the first season of Pluribus, you can probably guess what it is. more…
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12:20 am
iOS 26 leak details multiple unreleased Apple products | AppleInsider
iOS 26 leak details multiple unreleased Apple products
An unreleased build of iOS 26 has revealed details about more than a dozen Apple hardware projects currently in development.An iOS 26 code leak confirmed the existence of multiple unreleased iPhone models, including the iPhone 17e.Following a series of reports last week, which provided insight into unreleased products like the next-generation AirTag, iPad Air, and Apple Studio Display, we now have additional information about the source of the leak.A prototype iPhone running an early build of iOS 26 was recently sold, and the operating system on the device has since been made publicly available. This allowed researchers to dig through the code in an effort to uncover more about the devices and projects Apple is currently working on. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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Monday December 15
10:27 pm
UK government to ‘encourage’ Apple and Google to include nudity-blocking software in OSes | Mac Daily News
UK government to ‘encourage’ Apple and Google to include nudity-blocking software in OSes
The UK government is set to urge Apple and Google to embed advanced nudity-detection software directly into device operating systems… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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10:21 pm
Apple specialists to participate in White House’s ‘Tech Force’ initiative | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple specialists to participate in White House’s ‘Tech Force’ initiative
The White House announced plans to recruit “an elite group of ~1,000 technology specialists” from companies such as Apple to serve two-year terms across federal agencies. Here are the details. more…
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10:15 pm
Get Microsoft Office 2024 for Mac or PC for less than $150 | Cult of Mac
Get Microsoft Office 2024 for Mac or PC for less than $150
This discounted Microsoft Office for Mac lifetime license is a great alternative to pricey monthly fees and subscriptions. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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09:55 pm
Game development diary: Sound, music, and schedule speed bumps | AppleInsider
Game development diary: Sound, music, and schedule speed bumps
After wrestling with Welsh for my iPhone game "Character Limit," there were two changes of pace in the last month. Both in terms of the work being carried out and when the game will actually ship.A build of my game 'Character Limit' running on an iPhoneIt's fair to say that, in my last development log, my implementation of Welsh was not one that was kind to the development schedule. Retrofitting multiple languages into a game that previously worked in one is hard, but necessary if I want to add more to the game.Indeed, the work on Welsh has taken so long that, while it technically works almost like it did before, there are still small elements that need fixing. There's enough crossover with things I want to change and update that they can be rolled up as part of the same item on the whiteboard to-do list. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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09:52 pm
New in iOS 26.3: Android transfer settings, third-party notification forwarding | AppleInsider
New in iOS 26.3: Android transfer settings, third-party notification forwarding
The first developer beta of iOS 26.3 is here, and with it, settings that make transferring to Android easier and notification forwarding for third-party wearables.iOS 26.3 delivers new settings for notification forwarding, and makes moving to Android easier.On Monday, just days after iOS 26.2 made its way to the general public, Apple started the iOS 26.3 beta testing cycle. The iPhone software update has the build number 23D5089e, up from 23C55 on the public release of iOS 26.2As a whole, iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 brought about a multitude of changes, the most visible being Apple's controversial "Liquid Glass" design language. The following update, iOS 26.1, delivered new toggles for existing system features, along with additional customization settings for Liquid Glass. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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09:43 pm
9to5Mac Daily: December 15, 2025 – iOS 26.2 now available | 9 to 5 Mac
9to5Mac Daily: December 15, 2025 – iOS 26.2 now available
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 Backblaze: Give yourself the gift of peace of mind. Till the end of the month, 9to5Mac listeners get 30% off with code 9to5Xmas. more…
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09:40 pm
Developers get first look at iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3 | Cult of Mac
Developers get first look at iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3
There are new iOS 26.3 and macOS 26.3 betas from Apple. Developers can now begin testing and discovering new features. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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09:21 pm
TidBITS 2025 Holiday Hiatus—See You in 2026! | TidBITS
TidBITS 2025 Holiday Hiatus—See You in 2026!
We will be taking a few weeks off to spend time with family and friends over the holidays. You can expect the next email issue of TidBITS on 5 January 2026. Thank you for reading TidBITS, and we hope our articles have enriched your year!
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09:20 pm
How the Music App’s “Skip When Shuffling” Option Can Help (or Hinder) Holiday Playlists | TidBITS
How the Music App’s “Skip When Shuffling” Option Can Help (or Hinder) Holiday Playlists
After 30 frustrating minutes trying to fix a broken holiday playlist, Adam Engst finally found the culprit: a “Skip when shuffling” option he had enabled last year and forgotten about. Is there a better way to silence seasonal music when the holidays end?
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Wednesday December 03
01:04 pm
iPhone Car Keys Support Coming to More Audi Vehicles | MacRumors
iPhone Car Keys Support Coming to More Audi Vehicles
Apple is preparing to bring support for its digital car key feature to select Audi vehicles in China, based on evidence uncovered by MacRumors on Apple's backend. Specifically, the car key support relates to Audi's partnership with Chinese company FAW, which manufactures and sells Audi vehicles in the Chinese market. The joint venture produces both combustion engine and all-electric vehicles. The partnership is now on an internal Apple list of vehicles that offer car key integration, but it is not known which models the support pertains to. Last month, car key support was implemented for models produced by SAIC-Audi, another China-based collaboration that produces Audi EVs in the country. For car key to come to Audi vehicles, the automotive company will need to add the functionality. Introduced in 2022, Car Keys allows an iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock a vehicle through the Wallet app. A digital version of a car key is stored in Wallet, and unlocking can be done by holding an Apple Watch or ‌iPhone‌ near a compatible vehicle's NFC reader. A tap on the door handle is enough to initiate an unlock, and while Face ID authentication is a security option, Apple offers an Express Mode that eliminates the need to authenticate for a faster unlocking process. At WWDC 2025, Apple confirmed that 13 vehicle brands would "soon" add support for digital car keys, and Audi was on the list. Other brands included were Acura, Porsche, GMC, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Rivian, Smart, Lucid Motors, Tata Motors, Hongqi, WEY, Chery, and Voyah. Vehicles from BMW, Genesis, Kia, Hyundai, Lotus, Mercedes, Volvo, and more offer car keys support, with a list available on MacRumors.com.Tags: iPhone Car Keys, ChinaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:34 am
iPhone 17e to Use Same OLED Panel But Feature Slimmer Bezels | MacRumors
iPhone 17e to Use Same OLED Panel But Feature Slimmer Bezels
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17e is set to feature slimmer display bezels while retaining the iPhone 14–based OLED panel used in the 16e, according to a new report from The Elec. Citing supply chain sources, the Korean-language report says BOE will again produce most of the panels for the second generation of Apple's more affordable "e" iPhone model, with Samsung Display and LG Display supplying the rest. However, the report does not claim that the iPhone 17e will feature a Dynamic Island, as has previously been rumored. In August, Weibo-based leaker Digital Chat Station claimed that the iPhone 17e will gain upgrades including the Dynamic Island and the A19 chip. The current iPhone 16e features a notch at the top of the display, similar to the ‌iPhone‌ 13 and ‌iPhone‌ 14, and an A18 chip. Apple introduced the Dynamic Island on iPhone 14 Pro models. As things stand, slimmer bezels are more believable than claims that the device will gain Dynamic Island. Apple could slim down the bezels without changing the display panel itself, since bezel size is largely determined by the frame and how tightly the screen fits into the chassis. If Apple is reusing the mass-produced OLED panel from the iPhone 14 to keep costs down, it can still refresh the look of the device by tweaking the frame and reducing the border around the display. It's the kind of update that would deliver a noticeable design improvement without adding much to manufacturing costs. Dynamic Island, however, is harder to implement. Apple can't simply add the feature to an older notch-based display. The pill-shaped cutout requires a reworked TrueDepth camera layout, revised sensor placement, and updated display masking. Adopting Dynamic Island would mean scrapping several of the components and production efficiencies Apple is reportedly trying to reuse for the 17e. Bringing in new tooling and redesigned sensor modules would therefore seem to defeat the cost-saving strategy that defines Apple's "e" line. Retaining the notch on the second version also differentiates the lower-cost device from Apple's premium flagship iPhone 17 models. Today's report also backs claims that the iPhone 17e will retain a 6.1-inch OLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate. BOE has not yet been able to reliably produce low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) panels for iPhone 17 models, but it can produce low-temperature polycrystalline silicon (LTPS) TFT panels, which the iPhone 16e uses. LTPS panels can't support the variable refresh rate that iPhone 17 models tout. Reliable sources such as Ming-Chi Kuo, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, and The Elec agree that the ‌iPhone‌ 17e is on schedule to launch early next year.Related Roundup: iPhone 16eBuyer's Guide: iPhone 16e (Neutral)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Tuesday December 02
11:30 pm
Sam Altman Declares 'Code Red' for ChatGPT, Delays OpenAI Advertising Plans | MacRumors
Sam Altman Declares 'Code Red' for ChatGPT, Delays OpenAI Advertising Plans
OpenAI is deprioritizing work on advertising as it focuses on improving the quality of ChatGPT, reports The Information. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman declared a "code red" on Monday, and told employees that the company needs to improve ChatGPT so it doesn't fall behind competitors like Google and Anthropic. Altman said that OpenAI needs to work on personalization for each user, image generation, and model behavior like speed and reliability. Google debuted Gemini 3 Pro in November, and it outperforms ChatGPT on several benchmarking tests. Google has been luring users with its Nano Banana AI image generator and Anthropic's Claude is popular with business customers. OpenAI's plan to start showing customers ads leaked earlier this week, but Altman told employees that ads are now on the backburner. Work on advertising, shopping AI agents, and a more proactive and personalized version ChatGPT assistant called Pulse has been delayed. OpenAI has been testing several kinds of ads, including ads that would be shown during online shopping requests, but introducing ads could push users to other chatbots. Following the employee memo, ChatGPT lead Nick Turley announced that OpenAI would focus on "making ChatGPT more capable, continue growing, and expand access around the world -- while making it feel even more intuitive and personal." OpenAI is not profitable, and it has to rely on its user numbers for investments. If it loses a significant number of users to Google, it could run into financial trouble. OpenAI will ship a new reasoning model next week, which Altman said is ahead of Gemini 3 in internal evaluations.Tags: ChatGPT, OpenAIThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:33 pm
Germany Considering Apple's App Tracking Transparency Changes | MacRumors
Germany Considering Apple's App Tracking Transparency Changes
Germany is evaluating Apple's proposed changes to address antitrust concerns over App Tracking Transparency (ATT), reports Reuters. Apple plans to tweak the text and formatting of the ATT consent prompt, while aiming to preserve the main privacy benefits of the feature. Apple will add neutral consent prompts for its own services and for third-party apps, aligning the wording, content, and visual design of the messages. Apple also plans to simplify the consent process to make it easier for developers to get user permission for ad-related data processing. Germany is asking for feedback from publishers, media groups, and regulators to determine if Apple's changes will address complaints about the limited amount of user data available to app publishers. Earlier this year, Apple said that it might have to remove ATT from the EU. "Intense lobbying efforts in Germany, Italy and other countries in Europe may force us to withdraw this feature to the detriment of European consumers," Apple said. Germany first launched a probe into App Tracking Transparency in 2022 after complaints from advertisers, and in February 2025, the German Federal Cartel Office preliminarily decided that Apple abused its market power, giving itself preferential treatment. According to German regulators, Apple's restrictions made it "far more difficult" for developers to access user data relevant for advertising. Introduced in 2021, App Tracking Transparency lets iPhone and iPad users decide whether to allow apps to track their activity across other apps and websites for advertising purposes. Users can choose to allow apps to ask for permission, or turn off tracking entirely. ATT prevents apps from accessing the advertising identifier of Apple devices without express consumer permission, so apps can't track what users do and use that data for ad targeting. ATT has been unpopular with advertisers and data brokers, but Apple has pledged to work to convince Germany and other EU countries to allow it to continue to offer ATT to consumers.Tags: App Tracking Transparency, GermanyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:43 pm
Apple Can't Escape Dutch App Store Antitrust Lawsuit, EU Court Rules | MacRumors
Apple 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 forums
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08:38 pm
Apple Releases Firmware Update for iPhone Air MagSafe Battery | MacRumors
Apple 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 forums
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08:27 pm
Apple Donating to Relief Efforts in Asia After Deadly Fire and Storms | MacRumors
Apple 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 forums
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Apple Pushes iPhone Users Still on iOS 18 to Upgrade to iOS 26 | MacRumors
Apple 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 forums
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05:44 pm
iPhone 17 Demand Is Breaking Apple's Sales Records | MacRumors
iPhone 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 forums
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Apple Health Integration Seemingly Coming to ChatGPT | MacRumors
Apple 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 forums
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03:59 pm
'YouTube Recap' Launching Today on iPhone and Web | MacRumors
'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 forums
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03:25 pm
Get These Black Friday/Cyber Monday Apple Deals Before They're Gone for Good | MacRumors
Get 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 forums
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03:23 pm
Apple Shares New 'I'm Not Remarkable' Ad | MacRumors
Apple 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 forums
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02:47 pm
Apple Music Shares 2025 Year-End Charts | MacRumors
Apple 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 forums
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02:15 pm
Apple Music Replay 2025: Full Year-End Experience Now Available | MacRumors
Apple 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 forums
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Google Gemini AI Now Built Into Opera One and Opera GX Browsers | MacRumors
Google Gemini AI Now Built Into Opera One and Opera GX Browsers
Opera has announced an expansion of its partnership with Google to integrate the latest Gemini AI models across much of its browser lineup. The expansion means the Gemini-powered side panel previously exclusive to Opera Neon is now freely available in the company's free-to-download Opera One and Opera GX browsers. By interacting with the side panel's AI chatbot, users can get contextually relevant answers based on the current webpage and group of webpages, as well as videos. Opera says responses can include easy research, content summaries, and comparisons between different tabs. In addition, Opera AI supports voice input and output, along with file analysis for multiple file types, including images and video. The company says the engine has been rebuilt for speed, with 20% faster responses thanks to the use of a new architecture that adopts an agentic-approach from Opera Neon. Opera also emphasizes that its privacy features ensure the user has full control over what context is shared with Opera AI and what is kept outside its awareness. "AI is reshaping how people interact with the web, and the browser is the natural entry point for those experiences,” said Opera's EVP Commercial, Per Wetterdal. "Through our partnership with Google, we are able to offer users the experiences they really want through native search and AI features, for free, directly in their Opera One and Opera GX browsers while our most advanced users of the agentic Opera Neon browser are already getting access to Gemini 3 Pro."Many users have been critical of AI's creep into browsers, but Opera argues that browsing is the next AI frontier. "Unlike a standalone chat interface, the browser has access to real-time context such as a user's open tabs, page content, and browsing flows," says the company's press release. "This enables more relevant and efficient assistance, supporting task completion directly within the browsing experience." You can decide for yourself by visiting Opera's website, which includes download links for Opera Browser, Opera Air, Opera GX, and Opera Mini.Tag: Opera BrowserThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:57 am
Apple Launches Tap to Pay on iPhone in Singapore | MacRumors
Apple Launches Tap to Pay on iPhone in Singapore
Apple has announced that Tap to Pay on iPhone is now available in Singapore, providing a way for independent sellers, small businesses, and larger merchants in the country to use an ‌iPhone‌ as a contactless payment terminal. Tap to Pay first arrived in February 2022 in the US, and allows iPhones to accept payments via Apple Pay, contactless credit and debit cards, and other digital wallets‌‌‌. All transactions are encrypted, and Apple has no information about what is purchased or the person who made the purchase. No additional hardware or credit card machine is required‌ to use Tap to Pay on ‌iPhone. The feature uses NFC technology to securely authenticate the contactless payments, plus the feature also supports PIN entry, which includes accessibility options. Tap to Pay will initially support Adyen, Fiuu, HitPay, Revolut, Stripe, and Zoho in Singapore. Apple says Grab will offer Tap to Pay on iPhone beginning early next year. Tap to Pay on ‌‌‌‌‌iPhone‌‌‌‌‌ requires ‌‌‌‌‌iPhone‌‌‌‌‌ XS or newer models, and works for customers as any normal ‌‌‌‌‌Apple Pay‌‌‌‌‌ transaction would. Sellers just need to open up the app, register the sale, and present their ‌‌‌‌‌iPhone‌‌‌‌‌ to the buyer, who can then use an appropriate contactless payment method. Tap to Pay on iPhone is now available in 50 countries and regions around the world. Apple's website maintains a list of countries where it is available.Tags: Singapore, Tap to Pay on iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:48 am
Apple to Resist India's Order to Preload Government App on iPhones | MacRumors
Apple to Resist India's Order to Preload Government App on iPhones
Apple will resist a new Indian government directive that would require all iPhones sold in the country to ship with a preinstalled state-run security app, reports Reuters. This week, India's Department of Telecommunications ordered all smartphone makers to preload Sanchar Saathi, a non-removable government app designed to help users block stolen devices, report fraudulent calls, and verify second-hand phones. The app includes detailed tracking functionality controlled by the government, potentially opening a pathway for broad data access and potential surveillance, so there are privacy and security implications for iPhone users. According to The Business Standard, citing industry sources familiar with the matter, Apple has informed officials it does not plan to comply with the requirement. The company will reportedly tell the government it does not follow such mandates anywhere in the world as they raise a host of privacy and security issues for the company's iOS ecosystem. Apple's resistance to the directive will put added pressure on New Delhi, with political opposition parties already accusing the government of overreach. In response to the criticism, India's telecom minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Tuesday said the app was "completely optional," adding that users can choose to activate it and can "easily delete it from their phone at any time." Scindia rejected allegations of surveillance, stating the app contains no provisions for snooping or call monitoring. There are more than 700 million smartphone users in India, so any final decision will have major implications for how much control the government can exert over device software and how far tech companies like Apple can go in enforcing their own privacy standards.Tag: IndiaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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01:02 am
Samsung Launches Galaxy Z TriFold Smartphone With 10-Inch Display | MacRumors
Samsung Launches Galaxy Z TriFold Smartphone With 10-Inch Display
Samsung today introduced the Galaxy Z TriFold, its first smartphone that has three total screens and two folds instead of one. The Galaxy Z TriFold features a 10-inch display when opened, and a 6.5-inch cover screen when closed, with "minimized creasing." The device has an inward-folding design that's meant to protect the main display, and Samsung says that the "easy opening and closing" folding mechanism has been engineered with an alarm that alerts the user if it's folded incorrectly. Samsung is using a titanium Armor FlexHinge with two differently sized hinges that work together with a dual-rail structure. Samsung claims that the new design offers a smoother, more stable fold despite the varying weight across each display, plus greater durability thanks to the inclusion of a "thin piece of metal" that protects the folding mechanism. A third of the display is 3.9mm thick when the smartphone is unfolded, though it is thicker in the area with the triple-lens camera. The main center screen is a bit thicker at 4.2mm, and the screen with the side button is 4mm. There is a reinforced overcoat over a shock absorbing display layer for better resistance, and the aluminum frame keeps the screens from making contact with one another. There's a 5,600 mAh three-cell battery system with one battery behind each display panel. Samsung says it is the largest battery that it has used in a smartphone to date. There are three cameras at the rear of the device, including a 200-megapixel wide angle camera, a 12-megapixel ultra wide camera, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. There are two 10-megapixel selfie cameras on the cover screen and the main screen. Galaxy Z TriFold users can use three different portrait-sized apps side-by-side, resize apps in a multi-window view, watch shows in full screen, or hold the device vertically for reading. Samsung added standalone Samsung DeX, so the Galaxy Z TriFold supports up to four workspaces with five apps running simultaneously. Samsung apps have been optimized for the larger screen, as has Google's Gemini Live. The Galaxy Z TriFold is launching in Korea on December 12, and it will expand to other markets like China, Taiwan, Singapore, and the UAE later. It will launch in the United States in the first quarter of 2026, and pricing is unknown. Tag: SamsungThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:37 am
When Will Apple Release iOS 26.2? | MacRumors
When Will Apple Release iOS 26.2?
We're getting closer to the launch of the final major iOS update of the year, with Apple set to release iOS 26.2 in December. We've had three betas so far and are expecting a fourth beta or a release candidate this week, so a launch could follow as soon as next week. Past Launch Dates Apple's past iOS x.2 updates from the last few years have all happened right around the middle of the month, which gives us some insight into when iOS 26.2 will launch. iOS 18.2 - RC on Thursday, December 5, launch on Wednesday, December 11. Four betas total before RC, with beta 4 on Wednesday, November 20. iOS 17.2 - RC on Tuesday, December 5, launch on Monday, December 11. Four betas total before RC, with beta 4 on Tuesday, November 28. iOS 16.2 - RC on Wednesday, December 7, launch on Tuesday, December 13. Four betas total before RC, with beta 4 on Thursday, December 1. iOS 15.2 - RC on Tuesday, December 7, launch on Monday, December 13. Four betas total before RC, with beta 4 on Thursday, December 2. iOS 14.2 - RC on Friday, October 30, launch on Thursday, November 5. Four betas total before RC, with beta 4 on Tuesday, October 20. Apple has stuck to a December launch schedule for x.2 updates since 2021. Before that, updates were less scheduled with more variation in launch timeline. RCs have consistently come during the first week of December, with a launch during the second week. Possible Scenarios Compared to the past two years, Apple is a bit behind on the launch of the fourth beta. With iOS 17.2 and iOS 18.2, the last beta came in November, so the RC was able to launch earlier in the month. This year, we haven't had a fourth beta yet. We should be getting it sometime this week between Tuesday and Thursday. Apple has historically waited a week between beta 4 and the RC, and then another week before releasing the update. If Apple sticks to a similar timeline this year, we'll see the following: Beta 4 between December 2-4, RC between December 8-11, iOS 26.2 launch on December 15 or December 16. December 15 or 16 would mark the latest that we've had an x.2 release since Apple adopted a more consistent update schedule. It's possible Apple might want to speed things up. If that's the case, we could see this launch timeline: Beta 4 between December 2-4, RC between December 4 and 8, launch around December 11. Apple could condense the amount of time between the fourth beta and the RC, or the amount of time between the RC and launch. There's also a possibility that we don't get a fourth beta at all. With no fourth beta, the timeline looks like this: RC between December 2-4, launch between December 8-11. Apple has consistently done four betas before an RC, and there are some major regulatory updates in Japan, so the first scenario with the later iOS 26.2 launch date seems the most likely at this point. Either way, iOS 26.2 is coming in just a couple of weeks. iOS 26.2 Features iOS 26.2 isn't a major update for most people outside of Japan, but there are a handful of useful new features. Reminder Alarms - You can elect to have an alarm go off when a reminder is due, with standard stop and snooze options. Lock Screen - There's a slider that lets you adjust the Liquid Glass transparency of the clock. AirDrop - iOS 26.2 lets you generate a one-time AirDrop code for file sharing with someone who isn't in your contacts list. It supports file exchanges for a 30-day period. Sleep Score - Sleep Score ranges have been adjusted to better reflect how people might be feeling after a night's sleep. Live Translation - AirPods Live Translation is expanding to the EU. Japan - iPhone users in Japan will be able to download apps from alternative app stores and replace Siri with a different personal assistant. There are even more features in iOS 26.2, with a full list available in our features guide. iOS 26.3 Apple often follows launches with new betas, so while iOS 26.2 will be the last major software update of the year, we're still likely to get a glimpse of what's in iOS 26.3 before 2026 rolls around. The first beta of iOS 18.3 came out on December 16, the first beta of iOS 17.3 came on December 12, and the first beta of iOS 16.3 came out on December 14. The first beta of iOS 26.3 should come the day after iOS 26.2. Unfortunately, the x.3 updates are often more focused on internal improvements than outward-facing features, so we are finished with exciting updates until 2026.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Indonesia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Indosat | Twilio
Indonesia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Indosat
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 10, 12:00 - 18:00 PSTDec 9, 12:35 PSTScheduled - The Indosat network in Indonesia is conducting an emergency maintenance from 10 December 2025 at 12:00 PST until 10 December 2025 at 18:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Indosat Indonesia handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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Indonesia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Indosat | Twilio
Indonesia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Indosat
Dec 9, 12:38 PSTIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Dec 9, 12:35 PSTScheduled - The Indosat network in Indonesia is conducting an emergency maintenance from 09 December 2025 at 12:00 PST until 09 December 2025 at 18:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Indosat Indonesia handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Sberbank Mobile | Twilio
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Sberbank Mobile
Dec 9, 12:28 PSTIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Dec 9, 12:25 PSTScheduled - The Sberbank Mobile network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 09 December 2025 at 12:00 PST until 09 December 2025 at 14:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Sberbank Mobile Russia handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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Whatsapp Customers Are Unable to Onboard New Senders While Using Twilio Console | Twilio
Whatsapp Customers Are Unable to Onboard New Senders While Using Twilio Console
Dec 9, 11:43 PSTIdentified - Whatsapp customers are unable to onboard new senders while using Twilio Console Self sign up flow. We are investigating the issue and will have an update within 1 hour.
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Elevated errors | Reddit
Elevated errors
Dec 9, 10:28 PSTInvestigating - We are currently investigating this issue.
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SMS Delivery Failures From Subset of Twilio Numbers in Romania | Twilio
SMS Delivery Failures From Subset of Twilio Numbers in Romania
Dec 9, 09:55 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery failures from Subset of Twilio Numbers in Romania. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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SMS Delivery Delays and Failures to Telia in Sweden | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays and Failures to Telia in Sweden
Dec 9, 09:46 PSTInvestigating - We are investigating SMS delivery delays and failures when sending messages to Telia Network in Sweden. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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SMS Delivery Delays to Claro Network in Dominican Republic | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays to Claro Network in Dominican Republic
Dec 9, 09:25 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Claro Network in Dominican Republic. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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ATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-16 | CloudFlare
ATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-16
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 16, 07:00 - 12:00 UTCDec 9, 16:29 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ATL (Atlanta) datacenter on 2025-12-16 between 07:00 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.
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Connectivity Issue – US-IAD (Washington) | Linode
Connectivity Issue – US-IAD (Washington)
Dec 9, 16:25 UTCInvestigating - Our team is investigating an issue affecting connectivity in our US-IAD (Washington) data center. During this time, users may experience intermittent connection timeouts and errors for all services deployed in this data center. We will share additional updates as we have more information.
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ATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-15 | CloudFlare
ATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-15
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 15, 07:00 - 12:00 UTCDec 9, 15:35 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ATL (Atlanta) datacenter on 2025-12-15 between 07:00 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.
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ATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-17 | CloudFlare
ATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-17
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 17, 07:00 UTC - Dec 18, 00:00 UTCDec 9, 15:37 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ATL (Atlanta) datacenter between 2025-12-17 07:00 and 2025-12-18 00:00 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.
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ATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-12 | CloudFlare
ATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-12
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 12, 07:00 - 12:00 UTCDec 9, 14:55 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ATL (Atlanta) datacenter on 2025-12-12 between 07:00 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.
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Degraded performance leading to slow or failed loading of folders and Zaps | Zapier
Degraded performance leading to slow or failed loading of folders and Zaps
Status: InvestigatingWe are currently investigating an issue causing degraded performance for some users, leading to slow or failed loading of folders and Zaps. Our team has identified the root cause and is actively working on a fix. We will provide further updates as they become available. Please reach out to our Support team if you need any immediate assistance.Affected components Instant Triggers (Degraded performance) Searches & Writes (Degraded performance) Polling Triggers (Degraded performance)
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ATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-10 | CloudFlare
ATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-10
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 10, 07:00 - 12:00 UTCDec 9, 14:47 UTCUpdate - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ATL (Atlanta) datacenter on 2025-12-10 between 07:00 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.Dec 9, 14:45 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ATL (Atlanta) datacenter on 2025-12-10 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.
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Refurb Apple iPad Air 10.9″ 64GB WiFi Tablet (2022) for $321 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple iPad Air 10.9″ 64GB WiFi Tablet (2022) for $321 + free shipping
That's $58 less than you'd pay for a refurb from Apple directly, and the best price we've seen in any condition. A one-year Apple warranty is provided. Buy Now at eBay
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Refurb Apple iPad Air 10.9″ 64GB WiFi Tablet (2022) for $321 + free shipping | DealNews iOS Apps
Refurb Apple iPad Air 10.9″ 64GB WiFi Tablet (2022) for $321 + free shipping
That's $58 less than you'd pay for a refurb from Apple directly, and the best price we've seen in any condition. A one-year Apple warranty is provided. Buy Now at eBay
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Samsung UN58U7900FFXZA U7900 Series 58″ 4K UHD LED Smart Tizen TV (2025) for $298 + free shipping | DealNews iOS Apps
Samsung UN58U7900FFXZA U7900 Series 58″ 4K UHD LED Smart Tizen TV (2025) for $298 + free shipping
It's $132 and tied as the best price we've ever seen. Buy Now at Walmart Features 4K resolution Amazon Alexa compatible Model: UN58U7900FFXZA
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Refurb Beats Solo Buds True Wireless Earbuds for $38 + free shipping | DealNews iOS Apps
Refurb Beats Solo Buds True Wireless Earbuds for $38 + free shipping
Apply promo code "TECH4THEM" to pay $32 less than you would in factory sealed condition. A one-year Allstate warranty is provided. Buy Now at eBay
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Certified Refub Anker PowerCore 60,000mAh LiFePO4 Portable Charger for $72 + free shipping | DealNews iOS Apps
Certified Refub Anker PowerCore 60,000mAh LiFePO4 Portable Charger for $72 + free shipping
Applying the promo code "TECH4THEM" drops it to $29 less than you'd pay for it in factory sealed condition. A 2-year Allstate warranty applies to this item. Buy Now at eBay Features 4 USB ports retractable LED lamp Model: AKA1294061
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9-Night Prague, Vienna, and Budapest Flight, Hotel, and Train Vacation From $739 per person | DealNews iOS Apps
9-Night Prague, Vienna, and Budapest Flight, Hotel, and Train Vacation From $739 per person
You can customize nearly every aspect of this vacay, including length of stay in each city, hotel class, and cabin class as you spend at least 3-nights in these cultural landmark cities. Book this travel deal by November 30.Satisfy your wanderlust - and your wallet - by taking a look at all our top travel deals. Buy Now at Tripmasters Features roundtrip international airfare 3-night hotel stay in Prague 3-night hotel stay in Vienna 3-night hotel stay in Budpest trains between cities
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Refurb Apple Watch Ultra 2 GPS + Cellular 49mm Smartwatch for $450 + free shipping | DealNews iOS Apps
Refurb Apple Watch Ultra 2 GPS + Cellular 49mm Smartwatch for $450 + free shipping
Apply the promo code "TECH4THEM" to get the best price we've seen in any condition. It's also $30 less than you'd pay for a refurb model elsewhere. A one-year Allstate warranty is included. Buy Now at eBay Features up to 36 hours of battery life fall & crash detection
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Sun & Ski Sports Early Black Friday Sale: Up to 60% off + free shipping w/ $75 | DealNews iOS Apps
Sun & Ski Sports Early Black Friday Sale: Up to 60% off + free shipping w/ $75
Get these discounts on outerwear, ski gear, snowboard gear, cycling gear, clothing, and more. Orders of $75 or more ship for free. Shop Now at Sun & Ski
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Insignia F50 Series NS-55F501NA26 55″ 4K HDR LED UHD Smart TV for $190 + free shipping | DealNews iOS Apps
Insignia F50 Series NS-55F501NA26 55″ 4K HDR LED UHD Smart TV for $190 + free shipping
It's $160 off, $10 under Amazon, and within $1 of the best price we've ever seen. Buy Now at Best Buy Features 4K resolution HDR10 Fire TV Alexa Voice Remote 3 HDMI ports Model: NS-55F501NA26
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Refurb Unlocked Google Pixel Fold 256GB Android Smartphone for $383 + free shipping | DealNews iOS Apps
Refurb Unlocked Google Pixel Fold 256GB Android Smartphone for $383 + free shipping
Apply the promo code "TECH4THEM" to drop the price to the best we've seen in any condition, and $216 less than you'd pay for a refurb elsewhere. A one-year Allstate warranty is included. Buy Now at eBay Features Google Tensor G2 chipset split screen multitasking compatible with most major carriers IPX8 water resistant 12GB RAM; 256GB storage Android 13.0 Model: G9FPL
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02:47 pm
6-Night Beijing & Shanghai Hotel & Tour Vacation From $699 per person | DealNews iOS Apps
6-Night Beijing & Shanghai Hotel & Tour Vacation From $699 per person
Use promo code "BFCMCN" to save $500 on this hotel and tour package. It includes 3-night stays in both Beijing and Shanghai, as well as tours to the Forbidden City, Great Wall, and Nanjing Road. Note that international airfare is not included; book this travel deal by November 30.Satisfy your wanderlust - and your wallet - by taking a look at all our top travel deals. Buy Now at Affordable World
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Tasc Performance Coupon: 25% off when you buy two or more items + free shipping w/ $100 | DealNews iOS Apps
Tasc Performance Coupon: 25% off when you buy two or more items + free shipping w/ $100
Today only, Tasc Performance takes 25% off when you buy two or more items with promo code "ONEDAY25". Save on activewear including joggers, leggings, performance tops, hoodies, outerwear, and more for men and women. Shipping adds $7.95, but orders of $100 or more qualify for free shipping. Shop Now at Tasc Performance
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Blast Pro 38L Travel Backpack for $79 + free shipping | DealNews iOS Apps
Blast Pro 38L Travel Backpack for $79 + free shipping
Bagsmart offers the Blast Pro 38L Travel Backpack for $79 (reduced from $90) via promo code "DN10OFF" with free shipping. Buy Now at Bagsmart
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Wednesday November 05
09:39 pm
Refurb Apple MacBook Core M3 12″ Laptop (2017) for $225 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Refurb Apple MacBook Core M3 12″ Laptop (2017) for $225 + free shipping
That's the best price we could find by $29. A 90-day warranty is provided. Buy Now at UntilGone
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Refurb Apple MacBook Core i3 12″ Laptop (2017) for $225 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Refurb Apple MacBook Core i3 12″ Laptop (2017) for $225 + free shipping
That's the best price we could find by $29. A 90-day warranty is provided. Buy Now at UntilGone
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