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Counterpoint Research: the Galaxy S26 Series and iPhone 17e Spark Surge in US Smartphone Sales

Smartphone sales in the US increased 24% week-over-week (WoW) and 3% year-over-year (YoY) in the week of March 8-14, driven by new model launches, according to Counterpoint Research’s US Weekly Smartphone Sell-through Tracker. Launches of the Samsung Galaxy S26...

India’s CCI likely to fast track a decision on penalizing Apple

Apple hasn’t ’submitted data sought by India’s antitrust body after an investigation found ‌the U.S. firm abused its dominant position in the iPhone apps market, reports Reuters. As a result, the country’s antitrust watchdog will fast-track a decision on penalties to...

USITC says ‘no’ to Masimo’s request to reinstate a ban on the Apple Watch

The U.S. Court of Appeal for the Federal Circuit (USITC) nixed Masimo’s request to reinstate a ban on the Apple Watch. In a statement received by AppleInsider, an Apple spokesperson said: “We thank the ITC for its decision, which ensures we can continue to offer this...

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A WWDC roll-out of the ‘RealityPro’ should work in Apple’s favor

Apple’s “RealityPro” — the rumored augmented reality/virtual reality headset — is now expected to be launched this summer at the tech giant’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). Rolf Illenberger, managing director of VRdirect, a company that provides enterprise...

We may see an Apple-developed 5G modem sooner than anticipated

This year’s iPhone 15 will be the last model with a Qualcomm 5G chip, Qualcomm CEO and President Cristiano Amon told The Wall Street Journal. “[We] expect that Apple will do their own modem in 2024, but if they need ours they know where to find us,” he said. Apple...

Granted patent hints that Apple might make its own HomeKit-compatible security cameras

Apple has been granted a patent (number 11589010 B2) for “camera and user interfaces” that hints that the company might develop its own line of HomeKit-compatible security cameras. About the patent The patent relates generally to computer user interfaces, and...

Apple granted patent for interacting with an Apple Watch through more physical movement

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Apple’s ‘RealityPro’ may have bat-like sonar capabilities to determine distances

Apple has been granted a patent (number 11520041) for “correcting depth estimates derived from image data using acoustic information.” IT apparently involves a virtual reality/augmented reality headset that can determine distances via bat-like sonar features. Bats are...

New study: only 12% of folks want to work full-time in an office setting

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Apple patent involves live streaming with commentary from a variety of devices

Apple has been granted a patent (number 11516518) for “live streaming with live video production and commentary.” The goal is to make it easier to stream live content, along with your comments, from an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. About the patent In the patent, Apple notes...

Analyst: Mass shipments of Apple’s AR/ER headset delayed until the second half of 2023

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says mass shipments of Apple’s rumored augmented reality/extended reality headset may be delayed until the second half of 2023 due to unspecified “software-related issues.” Of course, it could still be previewed in the first half of the...

IDC: global sales of personal computers, tablets will continue to decline

Well, this is a bummer. In a new International Data Corporation (IDC) forecast, the outlook for personal computers (PCs) and tablets continues to get worse. Worldwide PC and tablet shipments are forecast to decline 11.9% in 2022 with volumes shrinking to 456.8...

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Tuesday April 21
02:43 pm
A long-planned Apple CEO transition meets an analyst-driven AI hype cycle | AppleInsider
A long-planned Apple CEO transition meets an analyst-driven AI hype cycle
Apple's orderly CEO handoff is already being interpreted by analysts as an AI turning point, despite little evidence the company is changing course.Apple CEO John TernusThe company announced that Tim Cook will move into an executive chairman role later in 2026, with senior vice president of hardware engineering John Ternus stepping in as CEO. The transition is set for September and follows what Apple describes as a long-running succession plan.Cook will remain involved at the board level and continue policy engagement, keeping him tied to Apple's broader direction. Ternus, a long-tenured leader within Apple's hardware organization, will assume day-to-day operations. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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02:28 pm
Apple has 10+ new products rumored to launch first with John Ternus as CEO | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple has 10+ new products rumored to launch first with John Ternus as CEO
John Ternus officially starts as Apple CEO on September 1, 2026, just ahead of the company’s biggest product launch event of the year. Here are the 10+ new Apple products rumored to be the first launched under Ternus as CEO. more…
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02:26 pm
Expect John Ternus to be more decisive as Apple CEO | Cult of Mac
Expect John Ternus to be more decisive as Apple CEO
John Ternus as Apple CEO may change decision-making within the company, moving from consensus to decisiveness. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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02:20 pm
OpenAI teases next AI announcement coming today, here’s what to expect | 9 to 5 Mac
OpenAI teases next AI announcement coming today, here’s what to expect
OpenAI has teased its next AI software product announcement happening later today. The teaser gives us a good idea of what to expect. more…
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02:18 pm
U.S. President Trump lauds outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook | Mac Daily News
U.S. President Trump lauds outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook
When I got the call I said, wow, it’s Tim Apple (Cook!) calling, how big is that? I was very impressed with myself to have the head of Apple… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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02:11 pm
Silo season 3 just got its Apple TV release date and first trailer | 9 to 5 Mac
Silo season 3 just got its Apple TV release date and first trailer
Apple TV has just announced the return of one of its biggest sci-fi hits: Silo season 3 is coming this summer. more…
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02:10 pm
Paul McCartney shares backstage footage of his Apple Park anniversary concert | AppleInsider
Paul McCartney shares backstage footage of his Apple Park anniversary concert
Apple may not have shared much of its anniversary party, but now Paul McCartney has released video of him meeting Tim Cook, reminiscing over Steve Jobs, and performing at Apple Park.Paul McCartney (right) meets Tim Cook at Apple Park - image credit: McCartneyApple turned 50 earlier this month, and to celebrate, Paul McCartney visited Apple Park to partake in the celebrations. McCartney has now released a video on his YouTube channel, showing Cook taking him on a walking tour of the Apple Park campus. It includes a look at the 50th anniversary exhibit, which is part of Apple's internal celebrations.Subscribe to AppleInsider on YouTube{"@context":"https://schema.org/","@type":"VideoObject","name":"Paul McCartney Rocks Apple 50th Celebrations (Tour Diary)","description":"'The Boys of Dungeon Lane' coming Friday 29th May ","thumbnailUrl":"https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KggG3eDwStw/hqdefault.jpg","uploadDate":"2026-04-19T19:00:28Z","duration":"PT3M2S","embedUrl":"https://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=KggG3eDwStw"} Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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02:00 pm
Beats debuts special Onyx Black Solo 4 headphones in collaboration with JENNIE, more | 9 to 5 Mac
Beats debuts special Onyx Black Solo 4 headphones in collaboration with JENNIE, more
Beats has two pieces of news to share today. First, the company has unveiled the next step in its partnership with K-pop star JENNIE: a new special-edition pair of Beats Solo 4 in Onyx Black. The Apple subsidiary is also expanding its lineup of USB-C cables… more…
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01:58 pm
Apple's Samsung Korea demand prompts DOJ rebuke in antitrust lawsuit | AppleInsider
Apple's Samsung Korea demand prompts DOJ rebuke in antitrust lawsuit
The U.S. Department of Justice has complained about Apple's request for evidence from Samsung in its antitrust lawsuit, calling it a waste of time due to being too late in the process.Apple ParkIn early April, Apple turned to the Hague Convention to demand documents from Samsung Korea, to help deal with its antitrust lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice. The DOJ has now criticized the move because of its impeccably bad timing.The DOJ sued Apple for allegedly stifling competition through proprietary hardware and software in March 2024. After appeals and dismissal requests, the lawsuit moved forward into the discovery phase in June 2025. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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01:55 pm
Is John Ternus the right choice for new Apple CEO? [Poll] | 9 to 5 Mac
Is John Ternus the right choice for new Apple CEO? [Poll]
Speculation about Tim Cook’s retirement date intensified when he turned 65 in November of last year, and this was quickly followed by Apple testing the waters for John Ternus as his replacement this year. That test went very well indeed, with the company last month laying further groundwork for yesterday’s announcement … more…
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01:11 pm
Tim Cook’s reward for exemplary service? The worst job in the world | Macworld
Tim Cook’s reward for exemplary service? The worst job in the world
Macworld There’s a running joke in the TV show “The Wire” about awkward police officers being asked disingenuously about the posting they would least like to be given, just so their vengeful bosses can be sure to send them there. (Detective McNulty gets sick on boats, for example, so he’s assigned to the marine unit.) I’m starting to wonder if Apple operates a similar system. It was announced yesterday that Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down on September 1 after 28 years at the company, 15 of them in the top job. He’s achieved more in that time than almost anyone else in the tech industry, to the extent that some might even argue he’s been a better CEO than Steve Jobs. And Cook’s reward for this tireless service… is a full-time gig as presidential liaison. That’s right. Rather than retiring, as a 65-year-old who’s been working insane hours for decades has every right to do, Cook is moving into a new role: executive chairman of Apple’s board of directors. Chairman of the board is one of those vague jobs that can mean a great deal or very little, depending on the state of the company and the disposition of the chairman. Some attend a few meetings and sign a few documents; others work long and stressful days putting out metaphorical fires. But it’s not hard to guess Cook’s principal focus. He’ll be there to answer the phone when President Trump calls. As far as we can tell, and as far as he likes anyone, Trump seems to like Tim. And Cook has done a good job of giving the impression that the feeling is mutual, by dutifully appearing at numerous speeches and photo opportunities and even donating a million dollars of his personal fortune to the president’s inaugural committee. Against the odds, the two have built a strong working relationship, and it’s unlikely Apple would have won tariff exemptions and alleged special favors without playing nice in this way. Tim Cook presents President Donald Trump with an etched plaque to commemorate Apple’s $100 billion investment in U.S > manufacturing. Reuters/YouTube But none of this can have been easy. Cook is a member of the LGBTQ community, leading a famously liberal company that depends on skilled immigrant workers, so it’s hard to believe he enjoys publicly supporting a politician who campaigns against all of those things. Appearing in public with Trump can be polarizing because it gives the impression that one agrees with the frequently absurd things he says, and because he likes to demand presents and other displays of fealty. You have to sit there nodding even when he gets your name wrong. On Tuesday morning, in fact, Trump posted on his Truth Social account that Cook called him to “kiss my ass” when he needed a favor before praising him as an “amazing manager and leader” and an “incredible guy” because “he makes these calls to me.” So the relationship is complicated. If I were Cook, I’d be happy to hand over that stuff to the next man. The problem is that Apple can’t replace that dynamic so easily. President Trump was surely briefed this morning about incoming Apple CEO John Ternus. But Ternus doesn’t have that personal relationship with the president and hasn’t built up loyalty with gifts and appearances. (He also isn’t as famous as Cook, and Trump does seem to be influenced by celebrity. This may be why he got on so well with NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani.) Sadly for Cook, then, the very worst part of the job is the one part he has to keep doing for at least two more years. No longer will he direct product strategy. No longer will he appear on stage at keynotes. Instead, he gets to spend all his time on call for the next presidential meltdown, ready at a moment’s notice to stand behind the lectern and put on a serious face while a man rants about sharks and windmills. It’s almost enough to make me feel sorry for him, until I remember that he’s a billionaire and he certainly doesn’t need the money. Which raises another possibility. Maybe Cook has found that he actually likes political schmoozing. Maybe this is his dream posting. Now there’s a troubling thought.
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01:00 pm
Soundcore Space 2 headphones: Supreme sound, comfort and features [Review] ★★★★★ | Cult of Mac
Soundcore Space 2 headphones: Supreme sound, comfort and features [Review] ★★★★★
Our hands-on Soundcore Space 2 headphones review finds incredible value in cans with great sound, supreme comfort and robust features. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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01:00 pm
Best Apple Find My Bluetooth trackers 2026: AirTag alternatives that’ll fit anywhere | Macworld
Best Apple Find My Bluetooth trackers 2026: AirTag alternatives that’ll fit anywhere
Macworld In the 15 years since it first appeared on the iPhone, Apple’s Find My technology has transformed from a simple GPS-based phone finder to a versatile ecosystem of devices not just from Apple but many specialized accessory makers in all exciting shapes, sizes, and forms. Apple’s Find My app offers a unified, secure way to locate all your Apple devices (iPhone, Watch, AirPods, and Mac) and items (AirTags plus third-party trackers such as these reviewed here) via an anonymous network of millions of Apple devices that ping encrypted Bluetooth to report their location back to iCloud, even when offline. These are detected by other nearby Apple devices, relaying the location data securely to you. Find My helps you to locate misplaced items in seconds, alerts you if you leave them behind, and works through your Apple device. Find My features See all your devices on a map Get the distance and direction with Precision Finding Share your lost item’s location Play a sound to find your device Notify When Left Behind Display a message for someone who finds it Find devices that are offline or powered off Best Find My AirTag alternatives Apple’s AirTags are cute, but at 8mm thick, they’re too bulbous to realistically fit in your wallet. The latest 2nd generation AirTag doesn’t change the original’s dimensions, leaving the market open to third-party trackers that are thinner, louder and more capable. The most common type of AirTag alternative that works directly with Apple’s Find My is a thin card design that can slip into your wallet or purse just like a bank card. These can be under 2mm in thickness. If you have an AirTag, stop reading and check out the best AirTag accessories, but if you need a new tracker, Apple’s Find My ecosystem has broken away from locating just Apple devices and AirTags to tracking just about anything, from keys to wallets, glasses cases, and passports, to bikes and pets (although Apple doesn’t recommend AirTags for pets). In January 2026, Apple released a new version of its AirTag; read our new AirTag 2 review. The 2nd Generation AirTag features a louder alert chime and improved range for super-local discovery. However, it retains the same small but curiously bulky shape that makes these third-party FindMy trackers more appealing. While all the non-Apple trackers listed below work perfectly with Apple’s Find My app, there is on area where the AirTag offers something unique: Precision Finding, which uses an Ultra Wideband chip that is exclusive to Apple and not publicly available to other tracker makers. This feature guides you to the tracker with more detailed directions when you are close by—within about 10–15 meters (33–50 feet). The non-AirTag trackers will guide you on a map just like an AirTag but reply on their alert sound when you get closer. Apple AirTag (2026) Read our review Price When Reviewed: Single AirTag: $29; Pack of 4 AirTags: $99 Best Prices Today: $29 at Amazon | $29 at Apple | $29 at Apple United States Here we roundup the best Find My Bluetooth trackers, sorted by category. Some of them also work with Google Find Hub as well as Apple Find My. Think of each as an AirTag in a different shape and form—usually more convenient than Apple’s bulbous tracker pebble. Best Find My wallet cards Best Find My luggage accessories Best Find My passport holders Best Find My keychains Best Find My glasses case Best Find My magnetic iPhone wallets Best Find My MacBook sleeve Best Find My bike tracker Best Find My wallet cards The thinnest Find My trackers you can buy, these cards will fit in your wallet or general card slots just like any bank or travel card. There are wallets that fit Apple’s AirTags but they add unnecessary bulk compared to these slim trackers. Even Apple’s new AirTag is still too bulky for slim wallets so these Find My wallet-card trackers are perfect alternatives. Ugreen FineTrack Slim Wallet Tracker – Slimmest tracker card Pros Super slim Rechargeable Price When Reviewed: $29.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $19.99 View Deal $29.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Connection Range: 10-20m Charging: Via proprietary charger (included) Battery capacity: 155mAh Speaker Volume: 80dB Thin: 1.7mm Weight: 20g Colors: Black This Find My tracker card is just 1.7mm thick—that’s less than 1mm thicker than a standard credit card. It is certified to IP68 waterproof protection, and should also resist any dust and fluff in your wallet. It connects as an Item in the Apple Find My app. Remarkably, its battery is rechargeable via a proprietary wireless charger that connects to any USB-C wall charger. Ugreen reckons the card will last up to a year on a single charge and offers over 10 years of battery life.
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12:54 pm
Apple’s future hinges on whether new CEO John Ternus can ignite AI growth, analysts say | Mac Daily News
Apple’s future hinges on whether new CEO John Ternus can ignite AI growth, analysts say
Apple's leadership transition headed by new CEO John Ternus marks the beginning of a new era for the company, as Wall Street analysts… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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12:46 pm
3 million dating app photos used for AI training before FTC privacy enforcement | 9 to 5 Mac
3 million dating app photos used for AI training before FTC privacy enforcement
Around 3 million user photos from dating app OkCupid were used for AI training by a third-party company in direct contravention of the company’s own privacy policy … more…
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12:20 pm
High-resolution 200MP camera now expected in 2028 iPhone | AppleInsider
High-resolution 200MP camera now expected in 2028 iPhone
A future iPhone will almost certainly get a 200-megapixel telephoto camera, but you will have to wait for it. An indecisive leaker now insists it will come by 2028.Apple's Pro-tier iPhones will probably get a 200MP firstApple is always keen to improve the imaging capabilities of the iPhone, with it being a massive selling point. While it has settled on 48-megapixel sensors so far and has resisted the move to triple-digit resolutions, it will inevitably join its rivals in doing so.A Tuesday post by serial Weibo-based leaker Digital Chat Station says that there will be a wait, but not necessarily a massive one. According to the leaker's supply chain sources, Apple is currently evaluating a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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12:16 pm
Ternus will be more decisive than Tim Cook, claims one insider | AppleInsider
Ternus will be more decisive than Tim Cook, claims one insider
Unsurprisingly, the first reactions from inside Apple to John Ternus becoming CEO are positive, but one source insists he will be better at making decisions than Cook.Incoming Apple CEO John Ternus during an iPad launch - image credit: AppleFrom September 1, 2026, Apple will have its eighth CEO as John Ternus takes over from Tim Cook. As markets react to the news, Bloomberg claims to have the inside track on just how the news has been received by Apple staff.It refers to multiple colleagues of Ternus's, reporting that they have described him as willing to make decisions. In comparison, Cook was reportedly more prone to take a consensus before acting. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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12:02 pm
200MP iPhone camera rumors align on 2028 release | 9 to 5 Mac
200MP iPhone camera rumors align on 2028 release
Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station (DCS) was the first to suggest that Apple was working on a 200MP camera module for a future iPhone. This would be a huge increase in resolution over the 48MP sensors used in current models. There have been conflicting rumors since then about timings, but it now seems everyone is aligned on a 2028 release … more…
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12:00 pm
Experts Warn AI Could Deepen Income Inequality | TechNewsWorld
Experts Warn AI Could Deepen Income Inequality
Experts say AI’s early returns are concentrated among major players, while broader economic benefits remain uneven. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.
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11:27 am
The 13-inch M4 iPad Air is $50 off | iLounge
The 13-inch M4 iPad Air is $50 off
The device is compatible with accessories offered by Apple, such as the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil, and its Pro version allows for an immersive drawing experience and a better feel when performing recreational art, projects, and work commissions, taking notes, and writing essays faster with the Magic Keyboard. The device features the N1 chip […] The post appeared first on iLounge.
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Thursday March 05
11:50 pm
Apple's M5 Max Chip Achieves a New Record in First Benchmark Result | MacRumors
Apple's M5 Max Chip Achieves a New Record in First Benchmark Result
The first Geekbench 6 result for a 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 Max chip surfaced today, and Apple has achieved record-breaking performance. In this unconfirmed result, the M5 Max with an 18-core CPU achieved a score of 29,233 for multi-core CPU performance, which tops the 27,726 score achieved by the Mac Studio's M3 Ultra chip with a 32-core CPU. M5 Max is now the fastest Apple silicon chip ever, and it even topped every other consumer PC processor in the Geekbench database. In terms of multi-core CPU performance, the M5 Max is up to 5% faster than the M3 Ultra, and up to 15% faster than the M4 Max chip with a 16-core CPU. Here is a comparison of the multi-core CPU results:16-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Max (18-core CPU): 29,233 (one result) Mac Studio with M3 Ultra (32-core CPU): 27,726 (average of all results) Mac Studio with M4 Max (16-core CPU): 26,166 (average of all results) 16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Max (16-core CPU): 25,702 (average of all results)Stay tuned for coverage of additional benchmarks, including Metal scores for graphics. MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max are available to pre-order now, and they will begin arriving to customers and launch in stores on March 11.Related Roundup: MacBook ProTags: Benchmarks, GeekbenchBuyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: MacBook ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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08:01 pm
Apple Seeds Revised Third Betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to Developers, New Public Betas | MacRumors
Apple Seeds Revised Third Betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to Developers, New Public Betas
Apple today seeded revised third betas of the upcoming iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming three days after Apple provided the initial beta to developers. Apple has also released a new version of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 for public beta testers. Registered developers and public beta testers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 add multiple new features to the ‌iPhone‌ and the ‌iPad‌. A Playlist Playground feature in Apple Music lets you generate songs for any idea, mood, emotion, or activity using a text-based prompt. There's also a Concerts Near You feature for finding local shows, and a redesigned look for albums and playlists with full-page artwork. Apple Podcasts is getting native video podcasting capabilities that will make it easier to create, distribute, and monetize video podcast content through the Podcasts app. Video episodes will integrate with existing Apple podcasts features, like personalized recommendations and editorial suggestions. Apple is testing end-to-end encryption for RCS, which will eventually bring full encryption to text conversations between Android and ‌iPhone‌ users. Apple is testing ‌RCS‌ with iPhone-to-iPhone conversations and iPhone-to-Android conversations. Stolen Device Protection is enabled by default, there's a new ambient music widget, new average bedtime metrics in the sleep app, and plenty more. All of the features in iOS 26.4 can be found in our iOS 26.4 beta features guide. Update: Apple also released a new third beta of watchOS 26.4. Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:57 pm
Missing From Apple's Announcements: iPad 12 With Apple Intelligence | MacRumors
Missing From Apple's Announcements: iPad 12 With Apple Intelligence
In his newsletter over the weekend, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said Apple was likely to announce at least some but possibly not all of the following products between March 2 and March 4: the iPhone 17e, MacBook Pros, MacBook Airs, updated entry-level iPad and iPad Air models, and a lower-cost MacBook with an iPhone chip. As it turns out, Apple announced nearly all of those products, with the sole exception being an updated entry-level iPad. In fact, we got two more products on top, in the form of an updated Studio Display and a higher-end Studio Display XDR. Apple is not expected to unveil any additional products this week, so the wait for an iPad 12 continues for now. The device is expected to have two key upgrades over the iPad 11, including a faster A18 chip and Apple Intelligence support. In fact, one rumor claimed that the iPad 12 might even be powered by Apple's latest A19 chip. No other major changes have been rumored so far for the iPad 12, so we expect the device to have the same overall design as the current model. Apple Intelligence is already available on all other current-generation iPad models, including the iPad mini, iPad Air, and iPad Pro. Apple released the iPad 11 with an A16 chip in March 2025, with U.S. pricing starting at $349.Related Roundup: iPadBuyer's Guide: iPad (Don't Buy)Related Forum: iPadThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:49 pm
Mac Studio 512GB RAM Option Disappears Amid Global DRAM Shortage | MacRumors
Mac Studio 512GB RAM Option Disappears Amid Global DRAM Shortage
Apple quietly updated Mac Studio configuration options this week, removing the 512GB memory upgrade. As of yesterday, there is no option to purchase a ‌Mac Studio‌ with 512GB RAM, with the machine now maxing out at 256GB. The ‌Mac Studio‌ starts with 36GB RAM, but there were upgrades ranging from 48GB to 512GB, with the higher tier upgrades limited to the M3 Ultra chip. Now there are options ranging from 48GB to 256GB, with wait times into May for the 256GB upgrade. Apple has also raised the price for the 256GB RAM upgrade option. It used to cost $1,600 to go from 96GB to 256GB on the high-end M3 Ultra machine, but now it costs $2,000. 512GB was $4,000 when it was available. Apple has likely removed the option to purchase 512GB of memory because of global DRAM shortages that have dried up supply and caused prices to soar, and it's also probably why shipping times for a configuration with 256GB RAM range into May. Demand for the ‌Mac Studio‌ has increased due to consumers seeking machines suitable for running local AI agents, which could also be a wait time factor. Memory scarcity is already having an effect on DRAM pricing, and it could affect PC and smartphone sales in the months to come. Apple is able to absorb higher memory costs in the short term, and it is well-positioned to minimize the effect on consumers because it is better able to secure available DRAM supply than smaller companies. We are expecting M5 Max and M5 Ultra versions of the ‌Mac Studio‌ in 2026, but it is not yet clear when Apple might release an update. (Thanks, Ólafur!)Related Roundup: Mac StudioBuyer's Guide: Mac Studio (Caution)Related Forum: Mac StudioThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:15 pm
Download Apple's New MacBook Neo Wallpapers | MacRumors
Download Apple's New MacBook Neo Wallpapers
While the MacBook Neo does not launch until next week, Apple's colorful new wallpapers designed for the laptop are included in the macOS 26.3.1 update. MacBook Neo is available in Blush, Citrus, Indigo, and Silver finishes, and there is a Mac wallpaper available for each, with download links below:Blush Citrus Indigo SilverApple's Mac User Guide explains how to change a Mac's wallpaper.Related Roundups: MacBook Neo, macOS TahoeRelated Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:35 pm
AirTag 1 Gets Major Discount With 4-Pack at $64 | MacRumors
AirTag 1 Gets Major Discount With 4-Pack at $64
Apple's first-generation AirTag 4-Pack has dropped to $64.00 this week on Amazon, down from the original price of $99.00. Free shipping options have a delivery estimate around March 10, while Prime members should be able to get it delivered a few days sooner. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Overall, this is a solid second-best price on the AirTag 4-pack that's within $1 of the Amazon all-time low price. Deals on the 1-Pack have been fluctuating for a few days and are currently gone, but an all-time low price could return soon. $35 OFFAirTag 4-Pack for $64.00 These first generation models will eventually stop being sold by third-party retailers like Amazon, so if you've been waiting for a deal now is the time to buy. Apple just debuted the all-new AirTag, featuring longer range for tracking items and a louder speaker. 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 in 2026? 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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05:14 pm
Apple Explains 'MacBook Neo' Name | MacRumors
Apple Explains 'MacBook Neo' Name
Until a last-minute leak revealed the MacBook Neo name, it was widely assumed that Apple's lower-cost MacBook would simply be named "MacBook." After all, Apple offered a plain "MacBook" from 2006 to 2012, and again from 2015 to 2019. In the end, Apple did go with MacBook Neo branding, and it has explained why in a new interview. In short, Apple said MacBook Neo sounds fresh. "We wanted something that felt fun and friendly, and fresh, and felt like it really suited the spirit of this product," said Colleen Novielli, a Mac product marketing director, in conversation with TechRadar's Lance Ulanoff. Indeed, Apple has emphasized the MacBook Neo's newness. "MacBook Neo is new, exciting, original, and HERE," said Apple's marketing chief Greg Joswiak, in a social media post on Wednesday. "With a beautiful aluminum design, 13-inch Liquid Retina display, 16 hours of battery life, and the power of Apple silicon, you'll fly through everyday tasks. It'll be love at first Mac." Many of the MacBook Neo lifestyle images that Apple shared show young people. The more affordable laptop will undoubtedly be popular with students. The colorful MacBook Neo starts at just $599 in the U.S., and at an even lower $499 for college students. Available in Blush, Citrus, Indigo, and Silver, the MacBook Neo is powered by a version of the A18 Pro chip from the iPhone, and it is equipped with a 13-inch display, up to 512GB of storage, and a non-configurable 8GB of RAM. With the MacBook Neo, which launches on Wednesday, March 11, Apple could reshape the lower-end laptop market in a big way.Related Roundup: MacBook NeoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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M3 vs. M4 iPad Air Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared | MacRumors
M3 vs. M4 iPad Air Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared
Apple's latest iPad Air is a minor upgrade over last year's model, but there are still some changes worth noting beyond a new chip. The eighth-generation ‌iPad Air‌ builds on the foundation of last year's model with a series of specific upgrades focused on performance, memory, and connectivity. While the overall design and experience remains the same, the newer model introduces Apple's M4 chip, additional unified memory, Apple-designed wireless hardware, and support for newer connectivity standards. Here's everything that differs between the 2025 and 2026 ‌iPad Air‌ models: ‌iPad Air‌ (seventh-generation, 2025) ‌iPad Air‌ (eighth-generation, 2026) M3 chip M4 chip 8GB unified memory 12GB unified memory Broadcom wireless chip Apple N1 wireless chip Wi-Fi 6E connectivity Wi-Fi 7 connectivity Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity Bluetooth 6 connectivity Qualcomm SDX70M 5G modem Apple C1X modem The largest change between the two models is the transition from Apple's M3 chip to the newer M4 chip. Beyond modest CPU performance gains, the M4 introduces architectural improvements that increase transistor count, boost machine learning performance, improve memory bandwidth, and enhance efficiency through updated fabrication technology and redesigned cores. M3 Chip M4 Chip Made using TSMC's 3nm technology (N3) Made using TSMC's enhanced ‌3nm‌ technology (N3E) Based on iPhone 15 Pro's A17 Pro chip (2023) Based on iPhone 16's A18 chip (2024) 25 billion transistors 28 billion transistors (+12%) 8-core CPU (4 performance + 4 efficiency cores) 8-core CPU (3 performance + 5 efficiency cores) 4.05 GHz CPU clock speed 4.3 GHz CPU clock speed 16-core Neural Engine, 18 trillion operations per second 16-core Neural Engine, 38 trillion operations per second (+111%) LPDDR5 memory LPDDR5X memory 100 GB/s memory bandwidth 120 GB/s memory bandwidth (+20%) Dedicated display engine GPU with standard power efficiency More power-efficient GPU: Maintains performance with significantly less power Overall, the upgrade from the 2025 iPad Air to the 2026 ‌iPad Air‌ is minor. The new model introduces a faster M4 chip, more unified memory, and newer wireless technologies, but the broader experience remains fundamentally unchanged in any noticeable way. Apple itself signals how incremental the update is: the company continues to advertise the same battery life, despite the introduction of the more efficient C1X modem, and the device retains identical color options and even the same marketing wallpapers. For the overwhelming majority of ‌iPad Air‌ users, the performance difference between the two models is likely to be negligible, especially for everyday tasks. The new ‌iPad Air‌ is primarily aimed at buyers who simply want a capable, well-balanced iPad rather than those seeking a major upgrade from a more recent model. The Air continues to occupy the middle ground in Apple's lineup, offering significantly more power and capability than the entry-level ‌iPad‌ while remaining substantially less expensive than the iPad Pro. The transition to the M4 chip, additional memory, and newer connectivity standards like Wi-Fi 7 means that new buyers receive more modern hardware and longer-term headroom, making the device somewhat more future-proof. For existing users, however, there is little reason to upgrade. Anyone using an M3-based ‌iPad Air‌ will see minimal real-world benefits from moving to the M4 model, and even owners of M1 or M2 versions are unlikely to experience transformative improvements in typical use. Instead, the update simply ensures that customers purchasing a new ‌iPad Air‌ today receive Apple's newer underlying technology in a familiar package.Related Roundup: iPad Air Buyer's Guide: iPad Air (Buy Now)Related Forum: iPadThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple's Brand New M4 iPad Air Gets First Cash Discount at Best Buy, Up to $50 Off | MacRumors
Apple's Brand New M4 iPad Air Gets First Cash Discount at Best Buy, Up to $50 Off
It's Apple pre-order week, and we've already covered all of the offers you can find on iPhone 17e, MacBook Neo, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro. In addition to these deals, Best Buy is providing $40 in savings on the new 128GB Wi-Fi M4 iPad Air, with My Best Buy Plus/Total members getting an extra $10 off. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. With this discount, all shoppers can get the 128GB Wi-Fi M4 iPad Air for $559.00, down from $599.00. If you have a My Best Buy Plus/Total membership, you can get the tablet for $549.00. $40 OFFM4 iPad Air (128GB Wi-Fi) for $559.00 $40 OFFM4 iPad Air (128GB Cell) for $709.00 Otherwise, Best Buy is offering $50 discounts on all other models of the M4 iPad Air, but these require a My Best Buy Plus/Total membership. Only the 128GB models have a discount available to all shoppers. 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 in 2026? 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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02:48 pm
iPhone 17e Has 8GB of RAM as Expected | MacRumors
iPhone 17e Has 8GB of RAM as Expected
Apple does not advertise RAM amounts in iPhones, but MacRumors has confirmed this information through Apple's developer tool Xcode. Like the iPhone 16e, the iPhone 17e is equipped with 8GB of RAM, according to the Xcode data. This was the expected amount of RAM, and it is the minimum required for a device to be compatible with Apple Intelligence. This means both the standard iPhone 17 model and the lower-end iPhone 17e are equipped with the A19 chip and 8GB of RAM. However, the iPhone 17e has a slightly limited 4-core GPU, while the iPhone 17 has a 5-core GPU. iPhone 17e can be pre-ordered now and launches on Wednesday, March 11.Related Roundup: iPhone 17eThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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02:27 pm
This iOS Exploit Kit Has 23 Attacks – But Lockdown Mode Stops It Cold | MacRumors
This iOS Exploit Kit Has 23 Attacks – But Lockdown Mode Stops It Cold
Google's Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) has a new report out about a powerful iOS exploit kit called "Coruna," which traveled from a surveillance vendor's customer to a Russian espionage group to Chinese cybercriminals, revealing a sophisticated exploit "supply chain" in the process. Described as one of the most comprehensive iOS exploit toolkits to have been documented publicly, Coruna targets iPhones running iOS 13.0 through iOS 17.2.1, containing 23 exploits across four years of iOS versions. According to GTIG, it was first spotted in February 2025, when it was used by a customer of a commercial surveillance vendor. By summer 2025, the same framework appeared in watering hole attacks (where an attacker compromises websites that their intended targets are likely to visit) by a suspected Russian espionage group targeting Ukrainian users. Then, in late in 2025, a China-based, financially motivated actor deployed it across a large network of fake financial and crypto websites. GTIG said it was unclear how the exploit kit got passed from actor to actor, but that it suggests an active market for "second hand" zero-day exploits. As for the kit's contents, it's described as extremely well-engineered. When someone visits an infected website, it figures out what kind of iPhone they're using and what software version it's running, then picks the right attack for that specific device. If the user has Apple's Lockdown Mode turned on though, the kit bails – it doesn't even try. The attack code is scrambled with strong encryption, so it's hard for security researchers to intercept and analyze, and it's packaged in a custom format that the developers apparently invented themselves. The code also includes detailed notes written in English explaining how it all works, and uses attack techniques that haven't been seen publicly before, according to GTIG's analysis. The kit targets cryptocurrency wallets and financial data, and is capable of hooking into 18 different crypto apps to exfiltrate wallet credentials. The payload can decode QR codes from images on disk, and it also has a module to analyze blobs of text to look for BIP39 word sequences or very specific keywords like "backup phrase" or "bank account." It even scans Apple Notes for typical seed phrases. Anyone still on iOS 17.2.1 or earlier is potentially vulnerable to the exploit kit, which doesn't work against newer iOS versions, so make sure to update if you can. Otherwise, the takeaway seems to be that Apple's Lockdown Mode is doing its job to ward off such a powerful exploit kit, and that can only be good news for those who enable it.Tags: Cybersecurity, SecurityThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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02:11 pm
New Apple TV and HomePod Mini Are Still Missing, Here's Why | MacRumors
New Apple TV and HomePod Mini Are Still Missing, Here's Why
Apple this week unveiled seven products, ranging from the iPhone 17e to the MacBook Neo, but new Apple TV and HomePod mini models were not among them. Given that there have been rumors about the next-generation Apple TV and HomePod mini since all the way back in late 2024, some customers are wondering why the devices have yet to launch, and the answer likely relates to Siri. In September, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that the next Apple TV and HomePod mini would both support the more personalized version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence. Apple originally aimed to release the revamped Siri last year, but it was pushed back, and the Apple TV and HomePod mini are likely delayed as a result. We suspect that Apple's long-rumored smart home hub is also held up by the Siri delay. In January, Apple and Google announced that Google Gemini will help power future Apple Intelligence features, including a more personalized Siri coming this year. Apple has yet to provide a more specific timeframe, but Gurman reported that the personalized Siri features are currently slated for either iOS 26.5 or iOS 27. iOS 26.5 will likely be released in May, following a beta testing period beginning in April. iOS 27 will debut at Apple's annual developers conference WWDC in June, and that update should be released to all users in September. Accordingly, the new Apple TV and HomePod mini might not be announced until April to September this year. Earlier rumors claimed the next Apple TV would be equipped with the A17 Pro chip, which is the oldest chip that supports Apple Intelligence. The device is also expected to feature Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. As for the HomePod mini, it is expected to use an Apple Watch's S9 chip or newer, but it is not entirely clear how that chip would be capable enough to support the revamped Siri powered by Apple Intelligence. Other rumored features include the N1 chip, improved sound quality, a newer Ultra Wideband chip, and a red color option. The current Apple TV was unveiled in October 2022, while the HomePod mini debuted in October 2020, so both devices are due for upgrades. Hopefully, the more personalized Siri arrives in the next few months, and the two devices follow soon after.Related Roundups: Apple TV, HomePod miniBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy), HomePod Mini (Don't Buy)Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater, HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto TechnologyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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MacBook Neo Expected to 'Reshape' Laptop Market in Major Way | MacRumors
MacBook Neo Expected to 'Reshape' Laptop Market in Major Way
Apple's new MacBook Neo could help the company grow notebook shipments by nearly 8% this year, even as the broader laptop market faces a hefty downturn, according to a new report from TrendForce. The research firm estimates global notebook shipments will fall 9.2% year-over-year in 2026, with the potential for steeper declines if demand stays weak. Rising memory and CPU costs are said to have pushed most PC makers to pare back their product lines and play it safe with inventory. Meanwhile, Apple is going in the other direction. Announced on Wednesday with a starting price of $599, the MacBook Neo is targeting the $500-$800 mainstream segment, which is typically dominated by Windows laptops and Chromebooks aimed at education and general productivity users. With an education discount, the Neo's starting price drops to $499 – well below the $1,000 floor that has defined the MacBook lineup for years. TrendForce projects Apple's notebook shipments will grow 7.7% in 2026, lifting macOS market share to 13.2%. The MacBook Neo alone could account for 4 to 5 million units shipped, according to the firm. That said, the report notes that a deciding factor may be how consumers respond to the 8GB memory configuration, given that Apple doesn't offer a RAM upgrade option. TrendForce credits Apple's in-house silicon and standardized product specs for Apple's ability to undercut competitors on price just as component costs are rising. Custom Apple silicon chips reduce dependence on external CPU suppliers, while Apple's concentrated memory configurations are said to give the company stronger bargaining power with suppliers. It's a different story for Windows OEMs, which tend to have more fragmented product portfolios that make cost management harder when component costs are volatile. The MacBook Neo launches next Wednesday, March 11. If it manages to gain traction in the entry-level segment, TrendForce claims it could reshape the pricing dynamics across the global notebook market.Tag: TrendForceThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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NotebookLM Now Creates Cinematic Video Overviews Out of Your Notes | MacRumors
NotebookLM Now Creates Cinematic Video Overviews Out of Your Notes
Google's NotebookLM AI-based tool can now turn your research and notes into fully animated "cinematic" videos – an advancement over its original video overview feature that was introduced last year. Before now, video overviews were limited to generating slideshows of your research and writing, but the new Cinematic Video Overview feature uses Gemini 3, Nano Banana Pro, and Veo 3 models to generate animated visuals "to help you learn and engage with the topics you care about," says Google. Google says Gemini acts as a creative director, making hundreds of structural and stylistic decisions to best tell the story with your sources. It determines the best narrative, visual style and format, and also refines its own work to ensure consistency. Cinematic Video Overviews are available in English for Google AI Ultra subscribers over 18 on web and mobile, and there's a maximum of 20 overviews generated per day. The NotebookLM app is available on the App Store for iPhone and iPad.Tag: GoogleThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:10 am
MacBook Neo Compatible With New Studio Displays, But There's a Catch | MacRumors
MacBook Neo Compatible With New Studio Displays, But There's a Catch
Apple's low-cost MacBook Neo is compatible with the company's new Studio Displays, but its output will be scaled to 4K resolution at 60Hz. Apple confirmed the compatibility and output limitation with 9to5Mac. With pricing starting at $1,599, the regular Studio Display runs at 5K with a maximum 60Hz refresh rate. Meanwhile, the all-new 5K Studio Display XDR is capable of up to 120Hz and pricing starts at $3,299. Apple calls the refreshed Studio Display "the perfect companion to Mac," but if you were planning on using it as an external display for a new MacBook Neo, there are other options available at significantly lower price points – USB-C 4K displays from companies like LG, Dell, and Samsung. If you still have a Mac with an Intel chip inside, you're not going to want to pick up one of the new Studio Display or Studio Display XDR models either – neither model will work with an Intel-based Mac. The ‌MacBook Neo‌ has two USB-C ports, but only one supports DisplayPort 1.4 for connecting an external display. To use an external monitor, it must be connected to the correct port—the USB 3 port located closest to the rear of the device. The laptop does not support Thunderbolt either, so you can't daisy-chain multiple monitors. The $599 MacBook Neo‌ and the new Studio Displays are available to pre-order now, with availability beginning on Wednesday, March 11. This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:08 am
Apple Music Rolling Out Disclosure Tags for AI-Made Songs | MacRumors
Apple Music Rolling Out Disclosure Tags for AI-Made Songs
Apple Music is rolling out a new metadata system called Transparency Tags, which indicates when AI has been used in the creation of music hosted on the platform. According to Music Business Worldwide, Apple sent a newsletter to industry partners on Wednesday to explain how it will roll out the new set of metadata. The system covers four categories including artwork, track, composition (lyrics), and music video. Labels and distributors can begin applying the tags immediately. Apple describes the tags as optional for now, noting that if omitted, no AI is assumed. Apple said it defers to content providers to determine what qualifies as AI-generated, and that it treats the tags similarly to genres, credits, and other existing metadata. The company describes it as a first step toward industry-wide transparency around AI-generated music. Proper tagging of content is the first step in giving the music industry the data and tools needed to develop thoughtful policies around AI," Apple said in the newsletter, "and we believe labels and distributors must take an active role in reporting when the content they deliver is created using AI."Apple's approach contrasts with the route taken by competitors like Deezer, which has built its own detection infrastructure to independently identify AI-generated tracks, but it's not 100% accurate all the time. With Apple's tags, there isn't a visible enforcement or cross-verification process in place. Deezer reports that it receives over 60,000 fully AI-generated tracks per day, with synthetic content now accounting for roughly 39% of all music delivered to the platform. Up to 85% of streams on AI-generated music were fraudulent in 2025, according to Deezer's data. Apple's system is voluntary, or at least it is for now. Whether labels and distributors will actually use it remains to be seen.Tag: Apple MusicThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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macOS Will Alert You to MacBook Neo's USB-C Port Limitation | MacRumors
macOS Will Alert You to MacBook Neo's USB-C Port Limitation
The new MacBook Neo is equipped with two USB-C ports, but they are not the same. The left USB-C port supports USB 3 speeds of up to 10 Gb/s, while the right USB-C port closer to the trackpad is limited to USB 2 speeds of just 480 Mb/s. As a result, Apple says external display connectivity is supported on the left port only. Given the ports are not labeled, this limitation could be an inconvenience. Fortunately, though, Daring Fireball's John Gruber said if you plug an external display into the incorrect port, macOS will alert you to use the other port. Apple says the MacBook Neo supports one external display with up to 4K resolution at 60Hz. If you want to learn more about which features and specs you have to live without if you buy a MacBook Neo, read our in-depth list of compromises. MacBook Neo is available to pre-order now, with U.S. pricing starting at $599 ($499 for college students). The laptop launches Wednesday, March 11.Related Roundup: MacBook NeoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Does Not Include a Charger With All New MacBooks in UK and EU | MacRumors
Apple Does Not Include a Charger With All New MacBooks in UK and EU
None of the new MacBook Neo, MacBook Air, or MacBook Pro models unveiled this week come with a charger in the UK and EU countries, such as Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. This change began with the base 14-inch MacBook Pro last year. If you need a power adapter, you must purchase one separately during checkout or later. In all other countries, Apple includes a charger in the box with these Macs, at no additional cost. In the U.S., for example, the MacBook Neo ships with Apple's 20W USB-C Power Adapter (sold separately for $19), while the 16-inch MacBook Pro comes with Apple's 140W USB-C Power Adapter (sold separately for $99). Apple includes a USB-C or MagSafe 3 charging cable with all of the new MacBooks sold worldwide.Related Roundups: MacBook Air, MacBook Neo, MacBook ProBuyer's Guide: 15" MacBook Air (Buy Now), MacBook Pro (Buy Now), 13" MacBook Air (Buy Now)Related Forums: MacBook Air, MacBook ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Wednesday March 04
11:40 pm
Apple's Biggest Week of 2026: Details on Every New Product Announced | MacRumors
Apple's Biggest Week of 2026: Details on Every New Product Announced
Across Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, Apple unveiled seven new products, including low-cost iPhone and MacBook options, new displays, and refreshes for the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and iPad Air. We've rounded up all of our coverage from this week in case you missed any of the product announcements or details. MacBook Neo Apple Announces $599 'MacBook Neo' With A18 Pro Chip Hello, MacBook Neo: Apple Showcases All-New $599 MacBook in Videos Want Touch ID on the MacBook Neo? It'll Cost You $100 Extra MacBook Neo Features Two Different USB-C Ports MacBook Neo Starts at Just $499 for Students MacBook Neo Has Just 8GB RAM With No Upgrade Option MacBook Neo Can Only Drive One External Display at 4K 60Hz MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air Buyer's Guide: 40 Differences Compared Hands-On With the New MacBook Neo 20+ MacBook Neo Compromises: What You Give Up for Apple’s Cheapest Mac iPhone 17e Apple Announces iPhone 17e With A19 Chip, MagSafe, and More iPhone 17e Comes in These Three Colors iPhone 17e Now Features 256GB Base Storage iPhone 17e Solves iPhone 16e's Biggest Limitation iPhone 17e: Smaller Details You Might Have Missed Get an iPhone 17e at No Cost With First Pre-Order Deals From T-Mobile and Verizon iPad Air Apple Unveils iPad Air With M4 Chip, Increased RAM, Wi-Fi 7, and More First M4 iPad Air Benchmarks Surface Studio Display Apple Introduces All-New Studio Display XDR: 120Hz, Mini-LED, and More Apple Updates Studio Display With Thunderbolt 5 and More Apple Discontinues Pro Display XDR and $999 Stand These Macs Can't Run the Studio Display XDR at 120Hz New Apple Studio Display and Studio Display XDR Don't Support Intel Macs Apple's New Studio Display Boxes Designed to Fit in Your Recycle Bin New Studio Display and Studio Display XDR Will Have Day One Firmware Update Apple’s Two New Studio Display Models Feature Different Chips MacBook Pro Apple Unveils MacBook Pro Featuring M5 Pro and M5 Max Chips With New Fusion Architecture Apple Debuts M5 Pro and M5 Max Chips Apple Removes 512GB Storage Option From M5 MacBook Pro, Drops SSD Upgrade Prices MacBook Air Apple Announces MacBook Air With M5 Chip and 512GB Base Storage New M5 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Get First Pre-Order Offers From Best Buy Accessories Apple Releases iPhone Cases, Apple Watch Bands, and Crossbody Strap in New Colors Other News Apple Changes Trade-In Values for iPhones, Macs, and More Apple Opens Pre-Orders for MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pro, New Studio Displays and More More Coverage Apple CEO Tim Cook shared a wrap-up post on social media, and with pre-orders now live for all of the new products, we're not expecting any additional announcements this week. Everything Apple announced this week will be launching on Wednesday, March 11, and we'll have more in-depth coverage and reviews of what's new.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:11 pm
20+ MacBook Neo Compromises: What You Give Up for Apple's Cheapest Mac | MacRumors
20+ MacBook Neo Compromises: What You Give Up for Apple's Cheapest Mac
The new MacBook Neo is Apple's most affordable Mac notebook, and at $599, it's priced the same as the iPhone 17e. For teachers and college students, it's even more affordable at $499. To offer a Mac at such a low price, Apple had to make some compromises, and there are some features that the MacBook Neo is lacking compared to the next most expensive Mac notebook, the MacBook Air. Processor A18 Pro Chip - Apple is using an A-series chip instead of an M-series chip in the Neo. It has the A18 Pro chip that Apple debuted in the iPhone 16 Pro, but it is a binned version. It has a 6-core CPU and a 5-core GPU, while the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro chip had a 6-core CPU and a 6-core GPU. RAM - The MacBook Neo has 8GB RAM with no option to pay for more. All other Macs start with 16GB. It still supports Apple Intelligence, because 8GB is the minimum for it. Memory bandwidth - Apple's chips use unified memory that's available to the CPU and GPU. Memory bandwidth in the Neo is 60GB/s, less than half that of the ‌MacBook Air‌. Storage - The MacBook Neo starts with 256GB of storage, and there's only a single 512GB upgrade. Other Macs support much higher capacity SSDs. Wi-Fi - The MacBook Neo has Wi-Fi 6E, but not Wi-Fi 7 because Apple did not include its new N1 networking chip. Battery and Charging Battery capacity - The MacBook Neo is almost the same size as the ‌MacBook Air‌, but it has a shorter battery life. It lasts for up to 16 hours when streaming video, while the ‌MacBook Air‌ lasts for up to 18 hours. The battery has a 36.5-watt-hour capacity, while the ‌MacBook Air‌ has a 53.8-watt-hour battery. Battery size - Since the MacBook Neo is thicker than the ‌MacBook Air‌, it has even more room for a battery, but Apple didn't max out on battery life, which is likely a cost cutting measure. Apple is using older battery technology or a smaller battery. Battery life should theoretically be even longer because the A18 Pro chip doesn't draw as much power as the M5. No MagSafe - The MacBook Neo is limited to USB-C charging, and it does not include a MagSafe port. No fast charging - Apple ships the MacBook Neo with a 20W power adapter, and there is no mention of fast charging support. Ports USB-C - There are two USB-C ports, one that's USB 3 and one that's USB 2. The USB3 port supports DisplayPort 1.4 and up to 10Gb/s transfer speeds, but the USB 2 port is limited to 480Mb/s. Display support - The MacBook Neo only supports a single external display at 4K 60Hz, though it may be possible to connect another with a third-party DisplayPort adapter. No Thunderbolt - There are no Thunderbolt ports on the MacBook Neo because Thunderbolt is not supported. No Studio Display - Since the Neo does not have Thunderbolt and is limited to 4K displays, it is not compatible with the Studio Display. Design Display size - The MacBook Neo has a 13-inch display size, so it is Apple's smallest Mac notebook. The ‌MacBook Air‌ has a 13.6-inch display. Bezels - There is no notch on the Neo, but it does have thick iPad-style bezels at the top, bottom, and sides of the display. The bezel hides the FaceTime camera. Thickness - The Neo is just a little smaller than the ‌MacBook Air‌ when it comes to length and width, but it is thicker at 0.50 inches (vs 0.44 inches for the ‌MacBook Air‌). Display No True Tone - The MacBook Neo does not support True Tone, which is the white balance feature that adjusts the temperature of the display to match the ambient lighting in the room, making it easier on the eyes. No P3 Wide color - sRGB is supported, but P3 Wide color is not, so the MacBook Neo won't have colors that are as true to life as other Mac notebooks. No ProMotion - Unsurprisingly, the MacBook Neo is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate and it does not support ProMotion. Trackpad and Keyboard Backlighting - There is no backlight for the keyboard. Touch ID - Touch ID is not included with the base 256GB model, but you can get it by paying an extra $100 for the 512GB model. Trackpad - There isn't a Force Touch trackpad, with Apple instead adopting a less complicated physical Multi-Touch trackpad. The button on the trackpad is an actual button, rather than a virtual button with haptic feedback. There is no pressure-sensing feature, Force clicks, or pressure-sensitive drawing option. Speakers and Camera FaceTime Camera - The MacBook Neo has a 1080p ‌FaceTime‌ HD camera like older Macs rather than the newer 12-megapixel Center Stage camera Apple has been adding to its newer models. There is no Center Stage or Desk View. Camera light - There's no little light to alert you when the MacBook Neo camera is on, with Apple instead displaying a warning on the menu bar. Speakers - The MacBook Neo has a dual-speaker sound system with speakers that are on the outer sides of the device. The ‌MacBook Air‌ has a four-speaker sound system with richer sound, but both the Neo and the Air support spatial audio. Microphones - There are only two microphones, but Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum are still supported for better clarity for calls. Headphone jack - There's a 3.5mm headphone jack, but it does not have support for high-impedance headphones. MacBook Neo Pros Even though the MacBook Neo has a simplified feature set compared to other Mac models, the price can't be beat. $599 for a Mac is an incredible deal, and the A18 Pro chip is more than adequate for daily use and the type of work that students do. It's not the best choice for 3D rendering, running local AI models, video editing, or similar creative tasks, but it will do those things at a basic level. It's an ideal MacBook for anyone who doesn't need more than a machine for web browsing and other light work, and it will do everything an iPhone can do. These days, that's quite a bit. For more on the differences between the MacBook Neo and the ‌MacBook Air‌, we have a dedicated comparison guide. The MacBook Neo is available for pre-order now, and it is set to launch on Wednesday, March 11.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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05:11 pm
Some R2 assets incomplete on 206 responses | CloudFlare
Some R2 assets incomplete on 206 responses
Mar 18, 17:11 UTCInvestigating - Some R2 customers may experience incomplete assets and broken connections during 206 responses
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04:53 pm
YUL (Montréal) on 2026-03-20 | CloudFlare
YUL (Montréal) on 2026-03-20
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 20, 08:00 - 12:00 UTCMar 18, 16:26 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in YUL (Montréal) datacenter on 2026-03-20 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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04:22 pm
Cloudflare Analytics degraded in US region | CloudFlare
Cloudflare Analytics degraded in US region
Mar 18, 16:22 UTCInvestigating - Users of GraphQL API may experience issues reaching certain datasets in US region. The team is investigating the issue with the underlying platform. Data might be delayed.
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03:51 pm
GoTo Webinar, GoTo Training and GoTo Meeting- Issue starting sessions | GoToMeeting
GoTo Webinar, GoTo Training and GoTo Meeting- Issue starting sessions
Mar 18, 15:51 UTCIdentified - Our engineers have identified the issue and are now actively working towards a resolution.We will provide another update shortly.Mar 18, 15:37 UTCInvestigating - We are actively investigating reports that some GoTo Webinar customers may be experiencing an issue starting sessions. Our engineers are working to identify the issue and will provide another update shortly.
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02:53 pm
US SMS Carrier Maintenance – Small US Carriers | Twilio
US SMS Carrier Maintenance – Small US Carriers
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 31, 02:00 - 04:00 PDTMar 18, 07:44 PDTUpdate - A subset of small networks in the US are conducting a planned maintenance from 31 March 2026 at 02:00 PDT until 31 March 2026 at 04:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to small US carriers handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.Mar 18, 07:38 PDTScheduled - A subset of small networks in the US are conducting a planned maintenance from 31 March 2026 at 02:00 PDT until 31 March 2026 at 04:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to small US carriers handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.
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02:23 pm
PMO (Palermo) on 2026-03-24 | CloudFlare
PMO (Palermo) on 2026-03-24
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 24, 09:00 - 17:00 UTCMar 18, 13:54 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in PMO (Palermo) datacenter on 2026-03-24 between 09:00 and 17:00 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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02:23 pm
IAH (Houston) on 2026-03-18 | CloudFlare
IAH (Houston) on 2026-03-18
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 18, 14:30 UTC - Mar 19, 10:00 UTCMar 18, 14:20 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAH (Houston) datacenter between 2026-03-18 14:30 and 2026-03-19 10:00 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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01:52 pm
United States SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance | Twilio
United States SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 23, 21:00 PDT - Mar 24, 04:00 PDTMar 18, 06:32 PDTScheduled - Our SMS carrier partner in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 23 March 2026 at 21:00 PDT until 24 March 2026 at 04:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to United States handsets via United States short codes.
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11:52 am
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Win Mobile, Volna mobile and Personnal Communicational | Twilio
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Win Mobile, Volna mobile and Personnal Communicational
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 24, 13:00 - 19:00 PDTMar 18, 04:40 PDTScheduled - The Win Mobile, Volna mobile and Personnal Communicational networks in Russia are conducting a planned maintenance from 24 March 2026 at 13:00 PDT until 24 March 2026 at 19:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Win Mobile, Volna mobile and Personnal Communicational Russia handsets.
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10:53 am
LogMeIn Rescue, Live Guide and Live Lens, LogMeIn Pro/Central/ Hamachi, Join.Me, GoToMyPC – Maintenance | GoToMeeting
LogMeIn Rescue, Live Guide and Live Lens, LogMeIn Pro/Central/ Hamachi, Join.Me, GoToMyPC – Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 18, 06:00 - 09:00 UTCMar 18, 10:49 UTCScheduled - As part of our commitment to providing exceptional service and reliability to our customers, we will be conducting service maintenance on the date and time listed below. Our team will take all appropriate actions to minimize service interruptions during this event.The maintenance will occur on the date and time listed below.Date and Time: April 18th, 2026 , 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM UTCPurpose: This maintenance is to ensure and maintain system performance and stability.Duration: All maintenance will be performed within the 3-hour (180 minutes) maintenance window.What to expect:During the maintenance window, up to 180 minutes of service impact is expected, and the products listed below will be temporarily unavailable: Rescue, Live Guide and Live Lens: Rescue sessions that are already started and picked up will continue without interruption, so technicians can keep working as usual. The following features will not be available during the maintenance Registering new accountsTechnician and Admin loginsAccessing or making changes on the website (including purchases)Starting a new session, transferring, holding, or closing sessionsNo historical session data will be lost and will again be available after the maintenance is complete. LogMeIn Pro and Central:Existing remote access sessions will remain active, and the users can continue to work with no interruption. The following features will not be available during the maintenance Registration or creating new accountsLogging in to Central or the My Computers pageAccessing or making changes on the website (such as user management, subscription management, purchases, reports)Accessing features through the API (including desktop and mobile LogMeIn Clients)Starting new Remote Access sessions (remote control, file manager, dashboard, etc.)Host login or logoutAdding new HostsModifying Host subscriptionsExecuting O2M tasks Join.Me:Existing join.me sessions (both voice and screen sharing) will continue without interruption. However, users won't be able to use certain in-app features, such as starting or stopping recordings, mute, and chime, during maintenance. The following features will not be available during the maintenance Registering new accountsStarting a new screen sharing or VoIP audio sessionStarting a new phone audio sessionJoining an existing screen sharing session (including reconnecting)Accessing or making changes on the website (including purchases)Hamachi:Existing network connections will not be interrupted.The following features will not be available during the maintenance Registering new accountsAccessing or making changes on the website (including purchases)Adding new hosts to your networkHosts coming online or going offline in networksGoToMyPC:GoToMyPC users with TFA setup won't be able to login during the maintenance. We would like to thank you for your patience and understanding during this time period.
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09:52 am
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Three | Twilio
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Three
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 19, 17:10 - 22:00 PDTMar 18, 02:35 PDTScheduled - Our carrier partner Three United Kingdom is conducting an emergency maintenance from 19 March 2026 at 17:10 PDT until 19 March 2026 at 22:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for Three United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Verify Silent Network Auth, Lookup SIM Swap, Lookup Identity Match, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes
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09:17 am
HTTP 520 Errors Affecting HEAD Requests | CloudFlare
HTTP 520 Errors Affecting HEAD Requests
Mar 18, 09:17 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating an increased level of HTTP 520 errors, specifically affecting HEAD requests. We are working to analyse and mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.
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08:52 am
United States SMS Carrier Maintenance – Verizon | Twilio
United States SMS Carrier Maintenance – Verizon
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 3, 01:00 - 07:00 PDTMar 18, 01:50 PDTScheduled - The Verizon network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 03 April 2026 at 01:00 PDT until 03 April 2026 at 07:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from Verizon United States handsets.
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02:19 am
Cloudflare Access experiencing delays with Access app creation and updates | CloudFlare
Cloudflare Access experiencing delays with Access app creation and updates
Mar 18, 02:19 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating an issue causing configuration changes for creating, updating, and removing Access applications to be delayed. Existing Access applications are not impacted and access will continue to work as intended.
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02:03 am
Connection Failure with Google Services | Zapier
Connection Failure with Google Services
Status: IdentifiedWe have identified the cause of an ongoing issue affecting Google integrations, including Google Sheets, with some impact to Google Drive and Google Docs. Users may experience intermittent connection or authentication errors, which can result in failed Zap runs or workflows not triggering as expected. In some cases, Zap runs may be delayed or temporarily held. Our team is actively working on mitigation to restore stability. We are seeing early signs of improvement, but some users may continue to experience intermittent issues while mitigation efforts are ongoing. We appreciate your patience as we continue to resolve this issue. We’ll provide further updates as progress continues.
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