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- 06:10 pmApple: Developer fee cuts in the EU have not been passed on to end users
Apple's decision to lower developers' App Store fees — forced upon them solely to appease the European Union's relentless overreach into… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:06 pmApple Study Finds Mandated Fee Reductions Never Reached European Consumers
Apple said Wednesday that European Union developers pocketed the savings from mandated commission reductions rather than lowering prices for consumers. The iPhone maker commissioned Analysis Group to study pricing behavior [PDF] after the Digital Markets Act forced Apple to cut its App Store fees from up to 30% to an average of 20%. The research examined 41 million transactions across 21,000 products between March and September 2024, generating 403 million euros in sales. Developers maintained or raised prices on nine out of 10 products. Non-EU developers captured 86% of the 20.1 million euros in reduced commissions. Price cuts occurred on 9% of products, but the study attributed these to normal pricing patterns unrelated to the fee reduction. Apple argued the regulation creates barriers for innovators and exposes consumers to risks without delivering promised benefits. Read more of this story at Slashdot.06:00 pmApple just created a whole new type of Digital ID
Apple launched Digital ID, a new option to create an ID in Apple Wallet using information from a U.S. passport. The information can be presented to TSA when traveling, saving on the hassle of pulling out a physical passport. And it’s available nationwide, not just in select states. “With the launch of Digital ID, we’re […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:27 pmThe Apple Watch Series 10 drops to its best price ahead of Black Friday
Macworld With the new Apple Watch on the market, we’re always on the lookout for a price drop on the previous-gen models. Today we’ve got a great one: You can get the Watch Series 10 right now for $280, its best price ever, and a serious 30% discount from its regular price. The smartwatch has everything you get with the Series 11—a thin and large display, a gorgeous design, a good and sturdy build, and enough battery life that you only have to charge it at night. You can use this one to track your fitness journey, stay connected to your phone around the clock, and even run ECGs if you’re ever worried about your heart. You’ll even get the Sleep Score and the cool sleep apnea alert feature after the watchOS update 26. The Apple Watch Series 10 is a fantastic piece of tech, and we absolutely loved reviewing it, giving it a 4.5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award. The main difference to the newer model is that you only get 18 hours of battery life vs 24 on the newer model, so you’ll probably have to recharge both once a day. But a quick 15-minute charge will get you through a night’s sleep, so it’s not too inconvenient. We’re never sure how long these deals stick around, so hurry and grab one of these Apple Watch Series 10 for $280 while the deal’s still around. Apple Watch Series 10 has its best priceBuy now at Amazon05:27 pm9to5Mac Daily: November 12, 2025 – Digital IDs in Apple Wallet are here
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Never lose a file again. Use code “9to5daily” at checkout for 20% off or try for free. more…05:24 pmPassports on iPhone arrive with new Digital ID feature
Apple's new Digital ID uses information from a U.S. passport and hosts it on the iPhone securely, providing a new way for users to prove their identity to the TSA.Apple Digital ID - Image Credit: AppleThe Apple Wallet has included the capability to add a driving license for identity purposes for some time. However, on Wednesday, Apple extended the functionality so you can do it with passports too.Marketed by Apple as Digital ID, the newly-launched feature lets users create an ID in Apple Wallet, using data from their U.S. passport. This Digital ID can then be presented using an iPhone or an Apple Watch as a form of verification. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:02 pmApple TV debuts trailer for the final installment of ‘WondLa’
In the epic final season of “WondLa,” war erupts between humans and aliens. With Orbona’s fate hanging in the balance, Eva must embark… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:55 pmAMD Positions Itself as a Platform Power in the AI Era
AMD’s 2025 Financial Analyst Day marked a shift from chasing Nvidia to leading on openness and scale, positioning the company as a long-term platform power in data center and AI computing. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.04:47 pmB&H's early Black Friday Apple deals start at just $25.99
B&H's early Bird Holiday Sale is in effect now, with over 160 featured Apple deals to choose from.Apple deals start from just $25.99 during B&H Holiday Head Start Sale - Image credit: AppleA family-owned electronics retailer that's been in business since 1973, B&H Photo offers personalized service and competitive prices. And during its Early Bird Holiday Deals bonanza, shoppers can save hundreds on Apple hardware, along with price cuts on accessories, digital cameras, and more.Save up to $500 at B&H Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:45 pmDeals: M4 Pro MacBook Pro up to $550 off, iPhone 16 Pro Max $540 off, Nomad Find My cards, Mac mini, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: M4 Pro MacBook Pro up to $550 off, iPhone 16 Pro Max $540 off, Nomad Find My cards, Mac mini, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are now ready to roll. Joining a long list of ongoing Singles’ Day Apple deals that are still live right here, including the best price ever on AirPods 4 at $85, today we are starting off with MacBook Pro. Best Buy is now offering a particularly notable deal on the M4 Pro MacBook Pro at over $550 off the list price in excellent condition open-box, alongside the Amazon all-time low on this M5 MacBook Pro. We also have a $250 price drop on the most Apple’s most affordable M4 iPad Pro, the 1TB iPhone 16 Pro Max at up to $540 off, and M4 Mac mini at up to $110 off. Just be sure to also scope out the launch deal on the brand new Find My Tracking Card Pro from Nomad before you head below for more. more…04:44 pmOWC's Helios 5S adds PCI-E to Thunderbolt 5 Macs
With support for PCIe 4.0 cards, triple 8K displays, and speeds rivaling internal storage, OWC's new expansion chassis brings workstation power to Apple's smallest desktops.OWC Helios 5SOWC has launched the Mercury Helios 5S, a new PCIe expansion chassis that taps the speed of Thunderbolt 5. Starting at $329.99, it delivers up to 6,000 MB/s of device bandwidth and adds pro-grade PCIe card support to Apple's latest M-series desktops.The Mercury Helios 5S gives users of the Mac Studio, Mac mini, or other Thunderbolt Macs a way to add internal-grade expansion externally. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:41 pmApple Stores roll out holiday decorations to kick off the season
Apple is kicking off the holiday season today, with an extended product return window now in place, and decorations for the online store and retail locations. Here’s a look at this year’s holiday theming. more…04:35 pm‘SpongeBob: Patty Pursuit 2’ launches December 4th on Apple Arcade
Who lives in a pineapple and is back for another exciting adventure? SpongeBob SquarePants! Next month, the world’s most beloved sponge… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:30 pmApple launches new Digital ID feature in Wallet using US passport
Apple has officially launched the highly-anticipated new Digital ID feature in Apple Wallet. The feature was first announced at WWDC and is now rolling out to everyone in the United States. Apple’s implementation of Digital ID is powered by your US passport. Here’s how it works and where you can use it. more…04:21 pmToday in Apple history: Cupertino salivates over the restaurant biz
On November 12, 1996, Apple laid out a wild plan to get into the restaurant business, saying it would open a chain of Apple Cafes. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:17 pmApple Store now offers extended holiday returns for all products
Apple is gearing up for the holiday season, including launching one change that it institutes every year: an extended holiday return window for Apple Store product purchases. more…04:16 pmThe 11-inch iPad Wi-Fi 256GB is $50 Off
Black Friday has arrived with discounts for the 11-inch iPad with 256GB storage and Wi-Fi 6. The 11th-gen iPad is powered by the A16 chip so that you can smoothly perform daily tasks and activities like editing, creative projects, and gaming. Fast connectivity lets you seamlessly upload, download, and stream on your iPad. The iPad […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:14 pmSeverance and F1 The Movie Earns Nominations For Emmy Awards
The Grammy Awards nominees list for 2026 was released last Friday by the Recording Academy. Apple TV has received 4 nominations in 4 different categories. The F1 film music received three awards while the fourth is for the Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media garnered by Severance, Season 2. The 68th Grammy Awards will be […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:05 pmLeaders of Apple TV Reflect On Their Success
The F1 film has made $630 million in the box office, making it the biggest movie Apple released this year, while season 3 of Severance has been announced. Eddy Cue, Apple’s Service senior vice president, Apple Jamie Erlicht and Zack Van Amburg, Worldwide Video Apple chiefs, had discussions and reflected on the path to success. […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:04 pmPluribus Hit With Rough Release As Outage Occurs with Apple TV
The release of Pluribus made by Vince Gilligan has not had a smooth release, Apple servers had outages in Canada and the United States after the show was available for streaming on Apple TV last Thursday. Subscribers of Apple TV were not able to stream the show during this time. The problem was acknowledged by […] The post appeared first on iLounge.