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Apple TV developing a series based on the ‘Hot Money: The New Narcos’ podcast

Apple TV is in early development on a series based on the Financial Times/Pushkin podcast “Hot Money: The New Narcos,” reports Deadline. The series is set to be produced by Eden Productions. Investigated and hosted by Financial Times’ reporter Miles...

Lesly-Ann joins second season cast of Apple TV’s ‘Presumed Innocent’

Lesly-Ann Brant (“Lucifer,” “The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live”) has been cast as a series regular on the second season of Apple TV’s “Presumed Innocent,” reports Deadline. She joins the previously announced cast led by Rachel Brosnahan, along with Matthew Rhys,...

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Wednesday October 22
09:15 am
Rumor: Folding iPad Pro may have been pushed back to 2029 or later | PowerPage
Rumor: Folding iPad Pro may have been pushed back to 2029 or later
If you’re hankering for the folding iPad, you may have to wait until 2029 or later. According to a Tuesday report from Bloomberg, the folding iPad may have been pushed back to 2029 at the earliest. According to sources familiar with the device, Apple is working with Samsung Display to create the 18-inch display panel. […] Source
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09:00 am
HBO Max streaming service raises prices for third straight year in a row | PowerPage
HBO Max streaming service raises prices for third straight year in a row
The trend of rising streaming service prices continues, and HBO has announced an increase for the third year in a row, wherein prices will rise by $1 to $2 per month depending on the plan. The Basic with Ads plan is $1 more expensive at $10.99 per month, while the Standard plan is now $18.49 […] Source
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08:00 am
Add the ports your MacBook is missing and raise your screen with this 8-in-1 hub stand for $35 off | Macworld
Add the ports your MacBook is missing and raise your screen with this 8-in-1 hub stand for $35 off
Macworld TL;DR: Grab the CASA HUB 8-in-1 hub stand for $93.99 to raise your MacBook, add essential ports, and clean up your desk with a single adjustable, 360º-swivel accessory. Your MacBook’s minimalist vibe is great until you’re stuck living the USB-C dongle life and craning your neck at a fixed-height screen. That’s why a lot of folks are opting for the CASA HUB MacBook stand with a built-in hub. For $93.99, it’s a tidy way to clean up your desk, cut the cable clutter, and save your shoulders from yet another marathon of laptop hunching. Laptop stands are nothing new, but this one’s neck is filled with ports to expand upon your MacBook’s lame USB-C input. Connect to the host plug and get USB-A, 4K HDMI, microSD/SD, an additional 3.5mm aux, and USB-C power delivery charging. Also, the stand isn’t fixed in a stationary position. The base rotates 360º, and you can adjust the angle from two different positions to get the perfect viewing height for working, writing, or even if you’re cooking and using your MacBook for a video tutorial. Many people also love this stand for their USB-C iPads. You can get the CASA HUB 8-in-1 hub stand for $93.99 (MSRP $129) for a limited time. Adam Elements CASA HUB 360 8-in-1 Aluminum Foldable USB-C Hub StandSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
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08:00 am
This Mac app unlocks 1,200+ hidden features without Terminal commands | Macworld
This Mac app unlocks 1,200+ hidden features without Terminal commands
Macworld TL;DR: Easily customize your Mac from a simple control panel with a MacPilot lifetime license, now $39.99 (MSRP $99). Want to customize your Mac but don’t know what’s possible, let alone how to use Terminal? MacPilot is an app that puts all of these complicated settings into a familiar interface where you can discover new features and turn them on and off. Customize your Mac without being an expert MacPilot is like having a hacker mode for your Mac. With a few clicks, you can: Reveal hidden system settings: Show hidden files in Finder, disable the startup chime, and tweak icon animations Supercharge your Dock: Add spacers, smart stacks, and hidden menu options Optimize performance: Run maintenance tools, clear cache, and repair system files Get deep system insights: View detailed specs on hardware, RAM speeds, network ports, and more An essential app for power users Whether you’re a developer, creative pro, or just someone who wants their Mac running at peak efficiency, MacPilot puts advanced customization at your fingertips without the headache of Terminal commands. Get MacPilot for just $39.99 and take full control of your Mac (MSRP $99). MacPilot Lifetime LicenseSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
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02:59 am
How to make your own external SSD: Boost your Mac's storage cheaply | AppleInsider
How to make your own external SSD: Boost your Mac's storage cheaply
Apple's storage prices can be rough. Why spend that kind of money for less, when you can get more by making your own high-speed external SSD. Here's everything you need to know about SSDs and the enclosures you need to buy.Orico ClearLink M.2, an example of a DIY SSD enclosureOne of the frequent criticisms Apple faces with its Mac and MacBook lineups is the sheer cost of storage. Adding more capacity for data can quickly turn a premium product into something that is too highly priced for the average person to consider.Even worse, outside of rare exceptions such as the Mac Pro or adventurous users upgrading the internal storage on a M4 Mac mini, you're not going to get a way to add more storage while still being reasonably possible to actually do. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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02:52 am
M5 Apple Vision Pro production moved to Vietnam amid supply chain shift | AppleInsider
M5 Apple Vision Pro production moved to Vietnam amid supply chain shift
The M5 Apple Vision Pro arrives with few surprises in its design or features. Behind the scenes, Apple has quietly moved production outside of China.The new M5-powered Apple Vision Pro — image credit: AppleApple's M5 Apple Vision Pro is set to roll out to customers on Wednesday, September 22. While ostensibly the second generation, it introduces little beyond the jump from M2 to M5But something else has changed — where the Apple Vision Pro is being made. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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01:46 am
New M5-powered Apple Vision Pro made in Vietnam as supply chain shift continues | 9 to 5 Mac
New M5-powered Apple Vision Pro made in Vietnam as supply chain shift continues
When the updated Apple Vision Pro lands in stores tomorrow with the M5 chip and the new Dual Knit Band, its box label will also feature a key change from the original version: the words “Product of Vietnam”. Here are the details. more…
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01:00 am
Fake Homebrew Google Ads Push Malware Onto macOS | Slashdot
Fake Homebrew Google Ads Push Malware Onto macOS
joshuark shares a report from BleepingComputer: A new malicious campaign is targeting macOS developers with fake Homebrew, LogMeIn, and TradingView platforms that deliver infostealing malware like AMOS (Atomic macOS Stealer) and Odyssey. The campaign employs "ClickFix" techniques where targets are tricked into executing commands in Terminal, infecting themselves with malware. Researchers at threat hunting company Hunt.io identified more than 85 domains impersonating the three platforms in this campaign [...]. When checking some of the domains, BleepingComputer discovered that in some cases the traffic to the sites was driven via Google Ads, indicating that the threat actor promoted them to appear in Google Search results. The malicious sites feature convincing download portals for the fake apps and instruct users to copy a curl command in their Terminal to install them, the researchers say. In other cases, like for TradingView, the malicious commands are presented as a "connection security confirmation step." However, if the user clicks on the 'copy' button, a base64-encoded installation command is delivered to the clipboard instead of the displayed Cloudflare verification ID. Read more of this story at Slashdot.
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12:44 am
Nomad Stratos Band review: Titanium & FKM is a winning combo for Apple Watch | AppleInsider
Nomad Stratos Band review: Titanium & FKM is a winning combo for Apple Watch
Nomad has launched its latest Apple Watch accessory, the Stratos Band. It combines lightweight and durable titanium with FKM rubber for a breathable, comfortable, and durable watch band, unlike anything else I've tested.Nomad Stratos Band review: A flexible, stylish choiceIt's hard for accessory makers to come up with something new when it comes to Apple Watch bands. Most of them put out their spin on Apple's Sport Band or, on occasion, shamelessly rip off Apple's other unique designs.Industry favorite Nomad has a great collection of Apple Watch bands to date, but none of them are all that unique. The leather ones look great, the Sport Bands look a bit more "tough" than Apple's, and the Rugged Bands have stylish metal hardware. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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12:16 am
OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT Atlas browser with built-in AI tools | AppleInsider
OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT Atlas browser with built-in AI tools
OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas brings AI-powered assistance directly into a standalone browser.OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT Atlas with built-in AI toolsOpenAI has launched its first standalone web browser, which it has dubbed ChatGPT Atlas. It integrates ChatGPT directly into the browser.According to its launch page, users can open a ChatGPT sidebar in any window. From there, they can choose to summarize content, compare products, and analyze data. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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12:14 am
Apple returns to court to challenge App Store contempt ruling | AppleInsider
Apple returns to court to challenge App Store contempt ruling
Apple is asking a federal appeals court to overturn a judge's previous finding that it "willfully" ignored an order to let developers link to cheaper payment options outside the App Store.Credit: Epic GamesApple and Epic are headed back to court, again. And, once again, Apple is contesting the 2021 ruling demanding it allow outside links to cheaper payment options.The ruling wasn't enforced until 2024. When Apple did implement a system to allow external links, the system was considered prohibitively complicated by those who attempted to use it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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Tuesday October 21
11:17 pm
ChatGPT Atlas browser puts AI right where you need it, but can you trust it? | Cult of Mac
ChatGPT Atlas browser puts AI right where you need it, but can you trust it?
OpenAI's AI-powered web browser for Mac brings the power of ChatGPT to every website you visit. Here's what ChatGPT Atlas can do. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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10:16 pm
Apple returns to court in Fortnite dispute over App Store rules | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple returns to court in Fortnite dispute over App Store rules
A few days ago, Apple doubled down on its accusations that Epic Games is trying to undermine the App Store model and profit from Apple’s ecosystem without contributing to it. Today, the company returned to court to try to make its case. more…
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10:15 pm
iOS 26.1 to Add Optional Opacity to Liquid Glass | TidBITS
iOS 26.1 to Add Optional Opacity to Liquid Glass
Responding to widespread criticism of Liquid Glass’s excessive transparency, Apple has added an opacity control in iOS 26.1 beta 4 that significantly improves interface readability. While not a complete solution, it’s a welcome acknowledgment of user feedback.
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09:42 pm
Apple TV’s thriller series ‘Hijack’ returns for season two on January 14, 2026 | Mac Daily News
Apple TV’s thriller series ‘Hijack’ returns for season two on January 14, 2026
Today, Apple TV revealed a first look and premiere date for the highly anticipated second season of “Hijack,” starring Idris Elba… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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09:31 pm
Protect all your devices from hackers, trackers and other online creeps | Cult of Mac
Protect all your devices from hackers, trackers and other online creeps
Get a three-year subscription to Surfshark VPN for $67.20 (reg. $430). It covers unlimited devices on macOS, iOS, Windows, Android and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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09:27 pm
Beats Solo 4 and Solo Buds both gain Walmart-exclusive color options | AppleInsider
Beats Solo 4 and Solo Buds both gain Walmart-exclusive color options
Walmart now has the Beats Solo 4 and Beats Solo Buds available in new retailer-exclusive colorways, which were previously not offered in the United States.The Beats Solo 4 and Beats Solo Buds are available in new Walmart-exclusive color options.In addition to the standard Black, Cloud Pink, and Slate Blue variants, the Beats Solo 4 can now be purchased in an all-new Drenched Gray color. They're available only through Walmart in the United States, as are the Beats Solo Buds, in a new Ivory color.This move follows Apple's earlier decision to offer the Ivory-colored Beats Solo Buds in Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom in September 2025. In these countries, the Ivory color option was similarly offered through select retail partners. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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09:07 pm
Apple TV has one of its all-time best thrillers coming back soon | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple TV has one of its all-time best thrillers coming back soon
Apple TV has its fair share of strong thrillers, but one of my all-time favorites is easily Hijack, starring Idris Elba. And Apple has just announced the release date for Hijack season 2. more…
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09:05 pm
Apple's Planned Foldable iPad With 18-inch Screen Hits Development Snags | Slashdot
Apple's Planned Foldable iPad With 18-inch Screen Hits Development Snags
Apple's effort to reinvent the iPad by adding a giant foldable screen has hit development hurdles, potentially delaying the planned launch. Bloomberg: The company has been working on the device -- projected to cost around $3,000 -- for several years and had most recently aimed for a 2028 release. But engineering challenges tied to weight, features and display technology have pushed its potential debut to 2029 or later, according to people familiar with the matter. Apple is working with Samsung Display Co. to develop the roughly 18-inch panel for the device, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the work isn't public. The screen minimizes the crease seen on foldable displays, matching an approach that Apple is also using with its upcoming foldable iPhone. The iPad project is part of a broader push to bring more innovative devices to market. Apple just introduced its first new iPhone design in years -- the ultrathin $999 Air model -- and is working on everything from smart glasses to a tabletop robot device. Read more of this story at Slashdot.
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09:00 pm
Hands-on: Dual Knit Band can make your old Apple Vision Pro feel new and improved | 9 to 5 Mac
Hands-on: Dual Knit Band can make your old Apple Vision Pro feel new and improved
Curious about the new M5 Apple Vision Pro? Chance Miller spent the last week with the upgraded hardware, including the new strap, which you can read about in his review for 9to5Mac. Separately, I’ve spent the last few hours using my M2 Apple Vision Pro with the Dual Knit Band, which you can purchase separately from Apple for your existing Apple Vision Pro. more…
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08:51 pm
How to use Apple Watch’s hypertension feature in watchOS 26 | 9 to 5 Mac
How to use Apple Watch’s hypertension feature in watchOS 26
One of the flagship new features of Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Series 11 is hypertension notifications. But in a welcome surprise, watchOS 26 brings the new hypertension feature to select older Apple Watch models too. Here’s how to set it up, and which models are compatible. more…
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08:48 pm
iOS 26 gives Apple’s Calendar app a convenient new advantage | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26 gives Apple’s Calendar app a convenient new advantage
iOS 26 is a huge update for iPhone, with a Liquid Glass design and lots of new features for built-in apps like Wallet, Messages, and Music. One popular app—Apple Calendar—mostly got overlooked this year, but it did gain one key new advantage: event creation via screenshots. more…
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08:44 pm
The 18-inch folding iPad might not happen for a while—if ever | Macworld
The 18-inch folding iPad might not happen for a while—if ever
Macworld With all signs pointing to the release of the first folding iPhone next year, the next folding device on Apple’s schedule was expected to be the equally long-rumored folding iPad. However, a new report claims that it might not arrive for another five years. According to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple’s giant folding iPad, expected to clock in at 18 inches unfolded, “has hit development hurdles” that put the release of the device in jeopardy. According to Gurman, engineers are concerned about the weight of the prototype devices (roughly 3.5 pounds) as well as the potential costs, which could be “roughly triple that of a 13-inch iPad Pro.” The folding iPad (codenamed J312) is expected to feature a gigantic OLED display and open to roughly the size of the 13-inch MacBook Air. Gurman notes that the folding iPad likely won’t have an external display but will rather need to be opened like a MacBook to use. However, Gurman says the challenges presented by the prototypes make some people unsure whether it will ever see the light of day. Apple is widely expected to unveil its first folding iPhone next September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. It will reportedly feature a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.5-inch display when opened, as well as four cameras and a titanium alloy hinge. The iPad was expected to follow a year or two later, but now Gurman says the project has been pushed back to at least 2029.
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08:26 pm
Beats adds two new Walmart-exclusive color options in the U.S. | 9 to 5 Mac
Beats adds two new Walmart-exclusive color options in the U.S.
Last month, Beats launched several exclusive color options in partnership with select retailers across the US, the UK, and Australia. Now, two more have arrived in the US. more…
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08:26 pm
Jon Prosser pushes back after reports claim he ignored Apple lawsuit | AppleInsider
Jon Prosser pushes back after reports claim he ignored Apple lawsuit
Serial leaker Jon Prosser says he's been talking with Apple all along, even as court records suggest he ghosted the company entirely.Prosser is being sued by Apple for divulging trade secrets relating to its iOS 26 redesignOn Monday, it was learned that Jon Prosser — the leaker at the center of Apple's ongoing lawsuit — reportedly missed the deadline to respond to Apple's complaint. Less than a day later, he's insisting that's not the case."All I can tell you is that regardless of what is being reported, and regardless of what the court documents say — I have, in fact, been in active communications with Apple since the beginning stages of this case," Prosser told The Verge. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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08:20 pm
Even Apple realizes a $3,000 foldable iPad is sheer lunacy | Cult of Mac
Even Apple realizes a $3,000 foldable iPad is sheer lunacy
Apple’s effort to push its tablet lineup to the cutting edge with a folding iPad has reportedly run into multiple snags. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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08:11 pm
Apple shares hit new all-time intraday and closing highs | Mac Daily News
Apple shares hit new all-time intraday and closing highs
In Nasdaq trading today, shares of Apple Inc. rose to hit a new all-time closing high. Apple’s all-time intraday high was set… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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07:53 pm
Apple’s M5 lineup continues trend of iPad innovating before Mac | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple’s M5 lineup continues trend of iPad innovating before Mac
Reviews arrived today for Apple’s M5 iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and new Vision Pro. When comparing the new M5 iPad Pro and MacBook Pro models especially, one historic trend is clearly continuing: iPad hardware innovation keeps outpacing the Mac. more…
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07:49 pm
Folding iPad release may have been delayed until 2029 | AppleInsider
Folding iPad release may have been delayed until 2029
Apple's rumored large folding iPad reportedly has engineering challenges that are pushing its release until 2029 at the earliest.What a large folding iPad could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderApple has two folding devices that are rumored to be under development. The most prominent one is the iPhone Fold, but the rumor mill believes that a folding iPad is also on the way.However, if a Tuesday report from Bloomberg is to be believed, the iPad version will take even longer to arrive. While there were expectations of a 2028 release for the model, it's now anticipated to take until 2029 at the earliest to become a reality. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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07:26 pm
PSA: Here’s why a cosmic orange iPhone 17 Pro can turn rose gold | 9 to 5 Mac
PSA: Here’s why a cosmic orange iPhone 17 Pro can turn rose gold
Last week on Reddit, a user posted an image of their Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro that had apparently shifted to a pinkish, rose gold-like color. Another example posted to TikTok similarly shows an iPhone 17 Pro in cosmic orange turning pink on the camera plateau and around the edges. Even though there are a few examples of this gaining traction on social media, it’s not remotely close to a widespread phenomenon. Here’s what’s likely causing the discoloration, and what you can do to prevent it from happening to your iPhone 17 Pro. more…
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Review: Sling Bag for iPad offers no frills but works great

I’ve reviewed so many iPad cases and sleeves that they’ve all started blurring together. Until I received the US$19.99 Kensington Sling Bag for iPad (http://us.kensington.com/html/17711.htm), the first such bag I’ve seen up close and personal for Apple’s new table device. I’m sure others are on the way, but this is an inexpensive, no-frills and solid product.

Review: EyeTV HD a must-have for watching TV on your Mac

Add the new EyeTV HD from Elgato (http://www.elgato.com) to my list of must-have accessories to turn my 27-inch iMac into a true multimedia viewing/creation system. It joins the Kanex HD (which lets me watch Blu-ray movies on my Mac) and the Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD2000A (a combo video/still camera with some Mac specific features).

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With the advent of the iPhone, and now the ubiquitous iPad, I can get a lot more work done because I’m no longer chained to my desktop. However, I need my files to be synchronized no matter what device I’m using to keep my workflow intact. And that’s where GoodSync (http://www.goodsync.com) enters the picture.

Review: Eye-Fi Pro is feature-rich, wireless SDHC card

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The Eye-Fi Pro from Eye-Fi Inc. (http://www.eyefi.fi) is the latest, most feature-rich wireless SDHC card in the Eye-Fi lineup — and it should be given that it costs quite a bit more than your typical 4-GB SD card.

Setup is easy: Plug the card into your computer using the supplied card reader, install the software, set up your account, tweak your settings, stick the card in your camera, and snap away.

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