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- 16 mins agoFrontier hack affects over 750k customers; company waits two months to notify them
A Frontier hack exposed the personal data of at least 750,000 customers, including full names and social security numbers, which places them at significant risk of identity theft. The ransomware group said to be behind the attack claims that the actual number is two million. The company has now notified the customers it believes to have been impacted by the security breach, but waited almost two months to do so … more…17 mins agoDon't install Apple's new betas — let others risk their devices
Every year Apple releases beta test versions of its newest software, and every year people lose data, time, and money to it. If you value any of those, wait.Really bricking your iPhone doesn't look this good.You may have been lucky so far, but this is beta roulette — at some point, you're going to have a problem. The thing is, it's potentially such a big problem that when it happens, at the best, you lose time.More severely, you can lose data. And, in extreme situations, you can stop your device from working at all. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums59 mins agoWWDC last-minute rumors: Dark icons, locked apps, Siri with AI, and more
Macworld It’s time for the most impactful keynote Apple will deliver all year: WWDC, when the company unveils the new direction it will take its devices. Today Apple will unveil iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, macOS 15, and watchOS 11, along with possible updates to tvOS, AirPods, HomePod, and visionOS all coming this fall. It’s a big day. So if you’re as excited as we are, you’re tracking all of the latest news and rumors before the keynote kicks off at 10 am PT. Well, look no further—we’ve got everything you need right here. WWDC 2024: Latest news Dark-mode icons: According to MacRumors, iOS 18 will bring Dark Mode to the icons on the Home Screen to give the iPhone a full-on dark appearance. It has also been rumored that Apple will let users change the color of app icons using AI, so this is likely an extension of that feature. Locked apps: Another MacRumors report claims that Apple will let users lock apps behind Face ID similar to how Notes, Photos, and Safari lets users enable authentication for certain content and features. (Note that certain third-party apps such as WhatsApp let you do this already.) Siri with AI: AppleInsider outlines all the new features Siri will be able to do thanks to AI, which will be dubbed Apple Intelligence. The report says Apple “wants to get its AI accustomed to natural language, speech patterns, sentence structures, and instruction types.” AirPods hearing test: According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple will announce a new “hearing test” feature for AirPods that will presumably play a series of beeps to test your ability to detect certain frequencies. WWDC 2024: Watch the keynote The WWDC keynote will kick off at 10am PT and will be live-streamed for all to see. You can watch it on Apple.com, in the TV app, or on YouTube below. WWDC 2024: Live blog We’ll be following the WWDC announcements for anyone who can’t watch it so be sure to come back at 10am PT when the keynote begins. iOS, MacOS1 hour agoWindows 11 Pro is $24.97 for Father’s Day and this is your last chance
Macworld If your Dad isn’t getting ahead of the AI revolution, then he’s already falling behind. Like, is Dad’s current operating system using artificial intelligence features to improve his computing experience? If the answer is no (or even if you aren’t sure), upgrade Dad now to Microsoft Windows 11 Pro to enjoy enhanced UI abilities, better multitasking, improved security, and yes, the advantages of AI tools to help make his PC truly sing. Of particular interest in Windows 11 Pro is Windows Copilot, an artificial intelligence feature designed to assist users with various tasks to enhance productivity and usability. Just think of it as your dedicated digital assistant, integrated directly into the operating system to help automate routine tasks, provide contextual help based on current activity, summarize documents, emails, and other text-based content, manage media playback, and more. There’s even natural language interaction to handle answering questions easily, even through voice commands. Copilot essentially makes your PC more intuitive and more efficient, making everyday computing tasks simpler and more streamlined. But of course, that doesn’t mean Microsoft took their eye off the ball when it comes to security. With enhanced safety tools and improved security features, Windows 11 Pro represents a significant upgrade, including biometric logins, smart app controls, full device encryption, and firewall network protection so your data and device always remain safe and secure. Right now, land Dad a lifetime license to install Microsoft Windows 11 Pro at over 80% off the regular price. As part of this Father’s Dale Sale, it’s your last chance to get Windows 11 Pro for just $24.97. Just make sure to complete your purchase before 11:59 p.m. PT on June 10 to get the big savings. Microsoft Windows 11 Pro – $24.97 Get it now for $24.97 StackSocial prices subject to change. Windows1 hour agoApple offers several ways to watch the 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference keynote address | PowerPageApple offers several ways to watch the 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference keynote address
Apple’s 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference starts today and runs through June 14. And like the last four years, it will be mostly an online event, albeit select developers and students will be invited on-site to Apple Park. During today’s keynote speech, Apple is expected to unveil iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, tvOS 18, watchOS […] Source08:00 amMicrosoft Office could be just the hookup your Dad’s Mac needs for just $29.97
Macworld If you really want to help Dad out, the last thing he needs is a new tie or set of golf balls. No, Dad needs to clean stuff up, whether it’s personal, business, or maybe even both. You likely don’t know exactly what areas your father needs to get under control, but you can be the instrument of change that Dad needs by giving him a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home and Business 2019 for Mac. And thanks to it being Dad’s big day, you can get that productivity powerhouse for one of the lowest prices of the year – $29.97 – as part of our Father’s Day Sale. This collection serves up all the staples of Microsoft’s perennial productivity suite including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, and Access. From word processing and spreadsheets to presentations, correspondence, and all manner of creative projects, this package is a must for anyone looking for apps with the computing muscle to help get nearly any task completed. Rather than opting for a subscription-based service like Microsoft 365, this package offers a one-time purchase option, granting users a lifetime license to access all these applications on their Mac for the life of the device. Microsoft Office Home and Business 2019 for Mac is regularly a $229 value, but as part of this Father’s Day sale, you can get it for your dad now at over 80% off, down to only $29.97. Just make your purchase before the deal expires at 11:59 p.m. PT on June 10. Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac – $29.97 Get the deal for $29.97 StackSocial prices subject to change. Accessories06:46 amApple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro plunges to $1,699
The WWDC price war sees Apple's current MacBook Pro 14-inch with the M3 Pro chip fall to $1,699, which is the lowest price on record.Get Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro 14 for just $1,699.To snap up the deal while supplies last, head over to B&H Photo or Amazon. Both retailers are discounting the standard M3 Pro model by $300, allowing for the system in Space Black to fall to the lowest price ever.Grab the $1,699 deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider06:46 amApple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro plunges to $1,699
The WWDC price war sees Apple's current MacBook Pro 14-inch with the M3 Pro chip fall to $1,699, which is the lowest price on record.Get Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro 14 for just $1,699.To snap up the deal while supplies last, head over to B&H Photo or Amazon. Both retailers are discounting the standard M3 Pro model by $300, allowing for the system in Space Black to fall to the lowest price ever.Grab the $1,699 deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider06:46 amApple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro plunges to $1,699
The WWDC price war sees Apple's current MacBook Pro 14-inch with the M3 Pro chip fall to $1,699, which is the lowest price on record.Get Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro 14 for just $1,699.To snap up the deal while supplies last, head over to B&H Photo or Amazon. Both retailers are discounting the standard M3 Pro model by $300, allowing for the system in Space Black to fall to the lowest price ever.Grab the $1,699 deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider04:56 amiOS 18 could bring an even better Dark Mode
iOS 18 could a key dark mode improvement, adding a dark tint to the Home Screen icons on your iPhone for a stealthy look. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:42 amiOS 18: Six new features coming to the iPhone (other than AI)
While new AI features will steal the show at WWDC this week, Apple has a number of other changes planned for iOS 18. This includes new home screen customization options, design changes, and more. Head below for a roundup of some of the non-AI features rumored for iOS 18 this year. more…12:57 amApple is about to make major generative AI news; here’s how I’ve been using AI so far
In a few hours, we’ll learn what Apple has in mind for an AI-infused version of iPhone software. We expect AI to deliver quality-of-life improvements to iOS over the next year. In recent history is any indication, AI will advance such that iOS 19 and iOS 20 are as influenced by AI as iOS 18. We’ll see. In the meantime, I want to set a marker for how generative AI is working for me prior to Apple’s anticipated contribution. more…Sunday June 0911:35 pmApple surprises Swift Student Challenge winners with exclusive Tim Cook demo op
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference in Cupertino kicks off tomorrow, and for a select group of Swift Student Challenge winners, the surprises have already begun. This year Apple invited 50 Distinguished Swift Student Challenge winners to WWDC, and Tim Cook gave a surprise welcome to this special group of developers. For an even smaller number of students, there was a once-in-a-lifetime experience unknowingly awaiting them: showing off their work to the CEO of Apple. more…07:38 pmApple's AI catch-up ends at WWDC and with the iPhone 16, says Kuo
Ming-Chi Kuo believes Apple will roll out big AI improvements during its WWDC keynote that will need the iPhone 16, and the bigger features may take some time fully roll out.WWDC will bring many announcements, but all eyes are focused on AI newsKuo, in an online question-and-answer post on Medium, summarized Apple's WWDC AI strategy as strong based on integrating helpful on-device AI into nearly every aspect of its operating systems and apps. However, he predicts that bigger benefits like server-side LLMs and an iPhone refresh cycle will only fully arrive over the course of the year.Kuo expressed confidence that Apple's intensive efforts in integrating Apple Intelligence technologies into its apps and OS will showcase its "advantage" over competitors in user interface design. While Siri's improvements will be a key highlight, it's on-device LLM technology may be constrained by the 8GB RAM limitation in the next iPhone lineup. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:33 pmBest Buy slashes iPad Air 5 & M2 iPad Pro prices by up to $400 today only
Best Buy is throwing a weekend Apple sale, with steep markdowns on a variety of devices, including last-gen iPad models that are up to $400 off today.Save up to $400 on iPads at Best Buy.The weekend Apple Sale at BestBuy.com has a multitude of discounts, but we're especially fond of the last-gen iPad Air 5 that's $200 off, bringing the price down to $399. All five color options are available at the $399 price, with the spec including 64GB of storage and Wi-Fi functionality.Shop the sale Continue Reading on AppleInsider06:11 pmHow to fully restore a 10th generation Mac mini to like-new condition
Refurbishing the last of the plastic body Mac minis is pretty easy — once you know a few tricks. Here's how to get that 15-year old computer up and running again, and faster to boot.10th generation Mac mini 2.26GHz.We've covered how to keep ancient first-generation Mac minis running.In this article we'll look at how to fully restore and upgrade a tenth-generation Mac mini - the 2.26 Core Duo 2-based (P8400) A1283 model which shipped in 2009. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:13 pmApple appears to have drawn a fuzzy line for iPhone about what counts as console emulation | AppleInsiderApple appears to have drawn a fuzzy line for iPhone about what counts as console emulation
Apple's App Store app review team has rejected PC emulator UTM SE, spawning questions about what might be allowed, and from whom.Now-abandoned UTM multi-platform emulator for iOS."After almost two month long review process, Apple has rejected UTM SE from the iOS App Store as well as from notarization for third party app stores," the company posted on its X.com account. The recent rule change that allowed other emulators to finally come to iOS was judged not to apply to UTM.UTM noted that Apple told them that "PC is not a console," even though PCs can run games. This means the OS environments it supports cannot be emulated on apps in the iOS App Store or third-party App Stores due to not being qualified for notarization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:50 pmToday in Apple history: Brilliant ad campaign turns Mac ‘switcher’ into unlikely star
On June 9, 2002, Apple launched its "Switch" ad campaign, with real people like 15-year-old Ellen Feiss talking about going from PCs to Macs. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:39 pmSecurity Bite: Apple refused to pay bounty to Kaspersky for uncovering vulnerability part of ‘Operation Triangulation’ | 9 to 5 MacSecurity Bite: Apple refused to pay bounty to Kaspersky for uncovering vulnerability part of ‘Operation Triangulation’
Kaspersky, the renowned Russian cybersecurity firm, made headlines at this time last year after uncovering an attack chain using four iOS zero-day vulnerabilities to create a zero-click exploit. Kaspersky was able to identify and report one of the vulnerabilities to Apple. However, in a bizarre update, Apple reportedly refuses to pay the security bounty for the firm’s contribution. 9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. more…02:33 pm'Apple Intelligence' at the core of next-gen Apple hardware, services
Apple's forthcoming "Apple Intelligence" features will be the key to both future software and future hardware, including all-new device launches.Improvements to Siri and health monitoring will be at the core of future Apple hardware.A new report from Bloomberg makes clear that the company believes its new "Apple Intelligence" technology, after years in development, will be the key tool to enhance its drive to further expand productivity and health initiatives. It will also provide the basis of future hardware beyond the current iPhone, iPad, Mac and accessories hardware.Over the rest of the 2020s, Apple hopes to offer products in such areas as home robotics, advanced AirPod devices, augmented-reality glasses, smart rings, and more. Smarter and more intuitive enhancements to existing features such as Siri could be joined by AI-based features such as health coaching, leveraging new sensors to provide further health data to existing or new hardware. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums