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- Friday June 14
- 06:54 pmThe Talk Show Live From WWDC 2024
Recorded in front of a live (and lively) audience at The California Theatre in San Jose Tuesday evening, special guests John Giannandrea, Craig Federighi, and Greg Joswiak join me to discuss Apple’s announcements at WWDC 2024. Presented both in standard 4K video and 3D video with spatial audio.06:54 pmApple reportedly set to face EU charges under Digital Markets Act regulations
Apple and Meta Platforms will likely face charges for failing to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act before the summer… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:40 pmiOS 18 isn't any more of a cheater's operating system than Android has been
Social media "influencers" are inventing scenarios and features for iOS 18 that they're screaming makes it the prime operating systems for cheaters. This is more ignorant than normal.TikTokers have turned on Apple over iOS 18's app-hiding feature. Following the introduction of Apple's operating system updates at the keynotes, people started to offer their opinions on Apple's feature changes. Many are balanced opinions from tech YouTubers, specialist publications like AppleInsider, our friends at other Apple-centric publications, analysts, and other industry observers.However, there are also unhinged and uninformed hot takes on social media. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:30 pmCraig Federighi pokes fun at ‘AI PCs’ and Windows tablets, more in post-WWDC interviews | 9 to 5 MacCraig Federighi pokes fun at ‘AI PCs’ and Windows tablets, more in post-WWDC interviews
Following WWDC, Apple executives including Craig Federighi, Greg Joswiak, and John Giannandrea have done a series of interviews discussing iOS 18, Apple Intelligence, and more. Head below for a roundup of those interviews. more…06:27 pmGet this potent new power bank for just $30
The new CukTech 10 Power Bank is a sleek and powerful mobile charger that you can get right now for the absurdly low price of $29.21. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:18 pmApple Set To Be First Big Tech Group To Face Charges Under EU Digital Law
An anonymous reader shares a report: Brussels is set to charge Apple over allegedly stifling competition on its mobile app store, the first time EU regulators have used new digital rules to target a Big Tech group. The European Commission has determined that the iPhone maker is not complying with obligations to allow app developers to "steer" users to offers outside its App Store without imposing fees on them, according to three people with close knowledge of its investigation. The charges would be the first brought against a tech company under the Digital Markets Act, landmark legislation designed to force powerful "online gatekeepers" to open up their businesses to competition in the EU. The commission, the EU's executive arm, said in March it was investigating Apple, as well as Alphabet and Meta, under powers granted by the DMA. An announcement over the charges against Apple was expected in the coming weeks, said two people with knowledge of the case. Read more of this story at Slashdot.06:00 pmHomeKit Weekly: Meross brings a solar powered indoor temperature sensor to HomeKit
Temperature tracking has long been one of my favorite aspects of HomeKit. Understanding how the temperature can vary in different parts of my house helped me decide where to use stand-alone fans and adjust our HVAC schedule. Meross recently released a new that pairs nicely with HomeKit. more…05:50 pmIt’s official: Microsoft’s privacy-panned Recall AI feature is indefinitely delayed
Microsoft has had quite the few weeks of ups and downs. Following a strong launch event for its AI-centric Copilot Plus PC devices, the hallmark AI feature was deemed by an expert as a ‘security disaster.’ It took a while, but the company responded—not with an apology, but at least with a commitment to make some key changes. For example, while Recall was once opt-out, now it will be opt-in for its public launch. About that public launch though: it’s no longer happening, at least not any time soon. While Recall was originally planned to ship with the first Copilot Plus PCs, those devices will now ship next week without the controversial feature. more…05:37 pmApple punishes women for same behaviors that get men promoted, lawsuit says
Apple could owe thousands in back pay to 12,000 female employees.05:32 pmApple Intelligence’s on-device processing redefines the AI landscape
Apple has made a significant leap into the artificial intelligence space with Apple Intelligence, a suite of AI capabilities… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:15 pmApple Arcade Guide: Everything available and what’s new?
Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added almost every week with over 200 games now in the library. Follow along with our guide on all the available Apple Arcade games plus the latest releases. more…05:11 pmReport: EU set to fine Apple for failing to comply with the DMA
According to a new report from the Financial Times, the European Union is planning to hit Apple with a fine for failing to comply with the Digital Markets Act. This would make Apple the first company to be fined for not complying with the DMA, and it could be announced “in the coming weeks.” more…05:07 pmHow to use Apple Maps topographic hiking trails, customize, save offline, more
Apple Maps is upgraded with topographic hiking trails in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, and macOS Sequoia. The feature offers detailed planning and guidance for custom hikes, the ability to save the maps offline, elevation details, and more. Here’s how to use Apple Maps topographic hiking trails. more…05:00 pmWhy Steve Jobs would love the Calculator app for iPad
Find out why the new iPad Calculator app on iPadOS 18 is a game-changer. See why its features make it worthy of Steve Jobs' approval. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:46 pmBlowout deals: Apple's M1 iMac falls to $949
Blowout deals are in effect now on Apple's M1 iMac 24-inch line, with discounts of up to $650 off and prices as low as $949 on upgraded models. Shop the highly aggressive price points now before supply runs out.Save up to $650 on M1 iMacs.Blowout deals are in effect now on Apple's M1 iMac 24-inch line, with discounts of up to $650 off and prices as low as $949 on upgraded models.Use code APINSIDER Continue Reading on AppleInsider04:44 pmWill Apple Intelligence will erode human creativity one prompt at a time?
Writing for Fast Company, Jesus Diaz, laments much of what he saw in Apple Intelligence during Apple's canned WWDC keynote presentation… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:44 pmWill Apple Intelligence erode human creativity one prompt at a time?
Writing for Fast Company, Jesus Diaz, laments much of what he saw in Apple Intelligence during Apple's canned WWDC keynote presentation… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:28 pmEU is reportedly going to fine Apple over failure to comply with the Digital Markets Act | AppleInsiderEU is reportedly going to fine Apple over failure to comply with the Digital Markets Act
Reports say that the European Union is about to issue Apple with the first-ever fine of a company under its Digital Markets Act, and specifically over anti-steering measures in the App Store.EU flags in BrusselsThe EU has already fined Apple $2 billion over its alleged blocking of rivals to Apple Music from promoting their potentially cheaper alternatives. Subsequently, it was reported that the European Union was assessing whether Apple has now complied with the ruling.According to the Financial Times, the EU has concluded that Apple has not, or at least that it hasn't complied sufficiently. Three unspecified sources said to have close knowledge of the investigation, say that the EU is about to issue a new fine against Apple. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:14 pmJon Stewart reveals what really ended his Apple TV+ show
In the podcast, Jon Stewart reveals why "The Problem with Jon Stewart" got the axe, even describing the exact moment he knew it was over. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:07 pmiOS 18 brings math and conversions support to your iPhone’s keyboard
Apple has a big focus on new math features with this year’s software updates, such as Math Notes in iPadOS 18 and macOS Sequoia. As it turns out, Apple has also expanded calculator-like functionality in iOS 18, allowing you to do basic math and conversions in any text field, straight from the keyboard. more…