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- 06:32 pmApple pushes for resumption of App Store commissions in U.S. federal appeals court
Apple is returning to a U.S. federal appeals court on Tuesday to challenge a ruling that prevents the company from charging commissions… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:58 pmApple removes controversial dating apps from App Store months after major data leak
Remember Tea, the dating safety app that leaked private chats and photo IDs in July? Months later, Apple has removed the iPhone app from the App Store. more…05:50 pmApple Wallet got a highly requested new setting in iOS 26
Apple’s Wallet app got a strong lineup of new features in iOS 26, including one hidden addition you might have missed: a highly requested new setting to disable promotional notifications. more…05:32 pmThis refurbished Apple Watch 6 with a 2-year warranty is just $105 today
Macworld If you don’t really want to pay $400 for the latest Apple Watch, but also want more than the basic SE has to offer, today’s deal might be just what you’re looking for: Amazon’s Woot is selling the “Refurbished, Scratch & Dent” Apple Watch Series 6 for as low as $105, a fantastic savings and the lowest we’ve ever seen an Apple Watch in any condition. The 40mm Apple Watch 6 is down to $105, while the cellular model in the same color is just $115. The 44mm models start at $110 for GPS, and $120 for cellular. That’s as much as $400 off the original price. Woot cautions that these watches might show a “moderate” level of wear and tear, including scratches, dents, and little dings. But in our many years of testing Apple Watches, we can report that scratches are very minor and are rarely visible when you’re wearing it. If you don’t remember the Apple Watch Series 6 specs, we get it — it’s been a while since 2020. Still, this is a smartwatch we absolutely loved, giving it a 4.5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award at the time. Notably, this model has an always-on display, ECG sensor, blood-oxygen sensor, and 3rd-generation optical heart sensor. It’s also compatible with watchOS 26, which was just released in September. The best part is that the watches still come with a 2-year warranty, so you’re covered for manufacturer defects for a while. So whether it’s your first Apple Watch or an update from an older model. go ahead and grab an Apple Watch Series 6 for as low as $105 while you still can. Take advantage of this stellar Apple Watch dealBuy now at Woot05:30 pmApple’s iPhone leaps into 3nm while Android peddlers face 20% chip price hike
In a stark reminder of the semiconductor industry's relentless march toward smaller, more powerful chips, Apple's latest iPhone 17 series… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:15 pmWells Fargo hikes AAPL target to $290 on high AI expectations
Wells Fargo has raised its price target for Apple stock from $245 to $290, on what is believed will be a blockbuster fourth quarter because of the iPhone 17, and prospects for Apple Intelligence in the future.Apple's Q4 results are expected to be quite impressiveAhead of financial results announcements, analysts are keen to offer their opinions on what they believe Apple will report. In the case of Wells Fargo, it believes Apple has a lot to offer investors in the coming quarters.In a note to investors released on October 21, Wells Fargo maintained its Overweight rating for Apple's stock. However, it also significantly increased its price target for the company's shares. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:10 pmIdris Elba switches from plane to train in moody Hijack season 2 trailer
Apple TV's "Hijack" season two, coming in January, once again stars Idris Elba -- but on a Berlin subway this time. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:01 pmThe iPhone Air is basically DOA, reports claim
Macworld Apple announced a quartet of new smartphones at its “Awe Dropping” press event last month, but there was no question which of these was the most exciting. Whereas the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max were all conservative iterations on previous models, the ultra-slim iPhone Air was something completely new. But as some pundits predicted, the flurry of column inches and livestream eyeballs that greeted the iPhone Air’s launch do not appear to have translated into robust sales. In fact it may be selling very poorly indeed. According to a new report from Nikkei Asia citing “multiple sources briefed on the matter”, Apple has “drastically” cut production orders of the iPhone Air as a result of weak demand. The reductions are consistent, sources say, with a product at the end of its life, rather than one that’s brand new. “The total forecast has almost entered end-of-production mode,” said one of the managers who spoke to Nikkei, “dropping significantly compared to earlier projections.” An investor survey from KeyBanc Capital Markets, meanwhile, paints an even grimmer picture. The research indicates “virtually no consumer demand for the iPhone Air model.” Perhaps this isn’t the disaster it sounds like. Because the rest of the range appears to be selling just fine. Both reports back this up, with KeyBanc noting “healthy iPhone 17 demand” and, better still, “a continued shift toward higher-priced Pro and Pro Max models.” Nikkei, meanwhile, reports that demand for the iPhone 17 and 17 Pro “has exceeded expectations” and that, in consequence, Apple has increased orders for the non-Air models. Does it matter if the Air sells poorly, provided equivalently or higher-priced iPhone 17 Pro models fill the shortfall? Well, maybe it does. The problem, Apple knows, is that it can’t rely on the same old iPhone design forever. In that respect, the iPhone Air is a little like the Vision Pro: it’s Apple’s attempt to work out what comes next. Based on these sales numbers, this ain’t it. And if you think the Air was only ever a placeholder for next year’s first folding iPhone, we’ve got even more bad news. KeyBanc’s survey also asked consumers about that format. And what did it find? “Limited willingness to pay for a foldable iPhone.” Let’s just hope the standard iPhone still has a few years left in it.05:00 pmAppleInsider Giveaway: Enter to win an iPhone 17 from Grid Studio
AppleInsider and Grid Studio have teamed up to give away a brand-new iPhone 17 to one lucky reader. Plus, save 20% at Grid Studio with a special promo code.Enter to win an iPhone 17 courtesy of AppleInsider and Grid Studio.Grid Studio turns Apple tech into art, showcasing the components and features that made each piece of hardware special in a collage frame. And with Grid Studio's Fall Sale going on now, you can pick up a special gift for the Apple fan in your life — or outfit your own home with a showcase piece — at a substantial discount.Now through Oct. 31, save 20% sitewide (excluding specials) at Grid Studio with promo code A20. Choose from a variety of tech art, from Apple iPhones to NES controllers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:59 pmThe Baseus Picogo 5000 mAh Power Bank is 30% Off
Amazon has the Baseus Picogo 5000 mAh Power Bank marked 30% off. The power bank has a lightweight and small design that you could fit into your pocket, bag or luggage when travelling without taking up space. It makes for the perfect power bank to keep your devices powered when you are out. The Power […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:57 pmAmazon Web Services Hit With an Outage; Apple Services Also Affected
AWS or Amazon Web Services has faced an outage at 5:30 eastern time on October 20th. Reportedly, Apple Music, TV, Apple Card and Apple Pay had issues. The status page of Apple asserts that everything has been solved and they say that iCloud storage upgrades and their School Manager experienced problems. The problem started at […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:50 pmApple TV Subscribers Can Watch MLS Playoffs For Free
The MLS regular season is coming to an end and playoffs are about to begin. To advertise the rebranded subscription on Apple TV MLS season pass, the playoffs will be accessible to users of Apple TV. This means streaming the playoffs will be free for current subscribers of Apple’s streaming service. A similar promo was […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:47 pmConcerns About Updated Siri Raised By Employees At Apple
Apple is expected to announce an updated version for Siri running on Apple Intelligence with iOS 26.4 but some software engineers at Apple have raised some concerns regarding the performance of the revamped Siri. iOS 26.4 is expected to launch in March or April next year meaning that Apple has time to solve any issues […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:40 pmNext year’s A20 chip might push iPhone prices even higher
This fall, Apple raised entry prices for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air higher than their equivalent predecessors, driving an overall lineup increase. But based on a new report, we could see even more pricing changes next year if rumored A20 chip costs prove true. more…04:32 pmGet lifetime access to 1,000-plus career-building courses for just $19.97
Get lifetime access to StackSkills Unlimited for just $19.97. You can learn coding, marketing, music, investing and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:17 pmNew M5-powered iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Apple Vision Pro now available
Apple customers can now discover and buy the new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pro, 14-inch MacBook Pro, and Apple Vision Pro with the M5 chip… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:11 pmApple A20 chip could bring a wicked speed boost, but at a cost
The Apple A20 chip in iPhone 18 will be made with a 2nm process that will hike performance while saving on battery. But it won’t come cheap. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:52 pmUK unsurprisingly copies Europe, says Apple should be regulated
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has now followed the EU's playbook and categorized Apple and Google as qualifying for regulation, plus potentially subject to incredibly lucrative fines.UK Parliament - image credit: ParliamentThere was never any question that UK would not emulate Europe and this part of its Digital Markets Act. The only question was over what synonym the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) would use in place of the EU's "gatekeeper" term to describe Big Tech firms.As revealed in July 2025, the CMA has gone for saying certain firms have "Strategic Market Status" (SMS). What hasn't been revealed is what the criteria is that would designate Apple and Google as SMS, but ignore Amazon and Microsoft. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:50 pmGM removing CarPlay from more cars, bizarrely citing Steve Jobs as inspiration
In March 2023, GM announced it was ditching CarPlay in all of its future EVs. Two and a half years later, the company is still breathlessly trying to convince people it made the right decision. In a new interview on Nilay Patel’s Decoder podcast, GM CEO Mary Barra and Chief Product Officer Sterling Anderson once again really, really want you to know you shouldn’t miss CarPlay. In fact, it’s so confident in its decision that it’s removing CarPlay from more cars. more…03:45 pmDeals: 48GB M4 Pro MacBook Pro $364 off, Apple Watch Series 11 $50 off, titanium Series 10 $197 off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: 48GB M4 Pro MacBook Pro $364 off, Apple Watch Series 11 $50 off, titanium Series 10 $197 off, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is kicking off with MacBook Pro. Amazon is now undercutting everyone on the new M5 MacBook Pro, but it is the M4 model deals that are the real highlights right now – you can land the most affordable model at $300 off and Amazon just knocked a giant $364 off the 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro with 48GB of RAM. We also spotted the least expensive 11-inch M4 iPad Pro cell model at one of its best prices ever, alongside up to $50 off Apple Watch Series 11 and as much as $197 off titanium Apple Watch Series 10 models. Those offers join deep deals on leather iPad cases and Apple Watch bands, iPhone 17 cases, and more. Scope it all out down below. more…