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- Tuesday February 24
- 09:17 pmDiscord caves under pressure, won't verify user ages yet
Discord is delaying the global rollout of its age verification system until the second half of 2026 following user backlash over privacy concerns, biometric checks, and third-party vendors.Discord iconChief Technology Officer Stanislav Vishnevskiy said the company "missed the mark" in explaining how the system works and promised greater transparency before a global launch. The announcement follows criticism fueled in part by distrust after a 2025 data breach involving a former customer service provider.Vishnevskiy said most users won't encounter a verification prompt. Discord plans to rely on internal systems that infer whether an account is operated by an adult using signals such as account age, payment method status, and server participation patterns. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:15 pmPrice hike: 1Password increasing the cost of annual plans
Password management tool 1Password is raising its prices by $12 per year, making the free Apple Passwords more attractive to iPhone users.1Password's raising its pricesSubscribers of 1Password have been warned by the company of upcoming price hikes to the password manager. Starting from March 27, users will be paying more for its yearly subscription plans.The cost of the annual individual plan will be shifting from $35.88 per year to $47.88, representing a price rise of $12 per year, $1 per month, or a 33% increase. Similarly, the family plan will rise from $59.88 to $71.88. This is also a $12 per year increase, or a 20% price hike. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:11 pmSecurity Bite Podcast: It’s all about infostealers (Part 2)
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. In this episode, I continue my conversation with Kseniia (@osint_barbie) and Mykhailo (@xor3r) from Moonlock Lab, the cybersecurity research arm of MacPaw. Following our deep dive into the meteoric rise of infostealers in Part 1, we’re now shifting focus to the delivery side. In this second part, we discuss how malware gets onto machines and why we’re now in the next stage of social engineering. Enjoy (: more…08:45 pmTed Lasso season 4 just got a big release timing update
Last month, Apple TV announced that Ted Lasso season 4 would premiere this summer. But now, star Hannah Waddingham has let slip exactly when it’s coming. more…08:18 pmApple TV reveals For All Mankind’s time-jump return in new trailer
Apple TV’s long-running For All Mankind sci-fi series returns soon for season 5, and the new trailer reveals what to expect from the latest season and its time jump. more…08:01 pmApple shareholders reject proposal for China manufacturing risk report
Apple shareholders rejected a proposal on Tuesday that called for the company to issue a report detailing its heavy reliance on China… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:55 pmApple expands age assurance tools as new App Store requirements roll out in several regions | 9 to 5 MacApple expands age assurance tools as new App Store requirements roll out in several regions
Apple is rolling out new age assurance tools for developers in regions including Brazil, Australia, Singapore, and parts of the US, as new App Store restrictions for 18+ apps take effect in select markets. Here are the details. more…07:50 pmDiscord just canceled its planned age verification rollout, for now
Discord’s controversial age verification saga has reached a new turning point. The original rollout plan has officially been canceled, with a new plan and more user-friendly options coming later in the year. more…07:33 pmThis Meta smartglasses-detecting app is a great model for Apple Glass developers to follow | AppleInsiderThis Meta smartglasses-detecting app is a great model for Apple Glass developers to follow
Meta's smart glasses are being used to film people in bathrooms, courts, and doctor's offices. A new app just released on Google Play is the perfect example of safeguards should be implemented when Apple launches its smart glasses.Meta Ray-Ban Display. Image source: MetaThe Apple Vision Pro isn't exactly stealthy. Meta's Ray-Bans are, and are being used mainly to violate other people's privacy.I've already talked at-length about the issue with smart glasses. Especially if they're glasses designed to be relatively unclockable at a distance. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:15 pmApple releases macOS 26.4 public beta 2
Following yesterday’s release of the developer version of macOS 26.4 beta 2, the public beta is rolling out now. Here’s what to expect. more…07:08 pmApple should sell a plug-and-play AI agent based on its Mac mini
In January 2026, something unexpected happened at Apple Stores and online: the base M4 Mac mini started flying off shelves. Not because… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:57 pmApple Vision Pro team talks process behind designing newest visionOS 26 Environment
Apple Vision Pro has the power to transport users from their physical surroundings into a variety of immersive Environments, whether it’s the shores of Mount Hood or the surface of the Moon looking back at Earth. With visionOS 26, Apple expanded its library with another planetary view that takes the immersive experience even further. Now, two of the people behind the work are revealing new details about the intricate design process required to bring these virtual spaces to life. more…06:46 pmIn a replay of 2019, Apple says a single desktop Mac will be manufactured in the US
Apple is still working to get favorable tariff treatment from the Trump administration.06:36 pmApple TV debuts trailer for sci-fi series ‘For All Mankind’ season five, premiering March 27th | Mac Daily NewsApple TV debuts trailer for sci-fi series ‘For All Mankind’ season five, premiering March 27th
Apple TV on Tuesday debuted the pulse-pounding trailer for season five of “For All Mankind,” the hit, critically acclaimed space drama… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:29 pmChase explains why it won’t lose billions on Apple Card
Earlier this year, Apple officially confirmed that JP Morgan Chase will take over Apple Card from Goldman Sachs. The transition is expected to occur in January 2028. In new comments this week, Chase revealed why it thinks it will fare better at managing Apple Card than Goldman Sachs. more…06:24 pm1Password announces big price increases coming next month
1Password, the popular password management app, has started notifying users about big price increases coming next month. Here are the details. more…06:04 pmUnsurprisingly, Apple's board gets what it wants in 2026 shareholder meeting
The 2026 Apple shareholders meeting has again predictably gone the board's way, with shareholders agreeing to re-elect the existing board, pay them well, and ignore a proposal about China.Apple ParkThe 2026 Apple Annual Meeting of Shareholders occurred on Tuesday, giving stock owners the opportunity to have their say on corporate matters. As usual, the shareholders are allowing Apple to continue operating how it wants, with no unexpected decisions being made.Announced in early January, the February 24 meeting dealt with a total of five proposals for voting. Four are typical corporate governance topics, including elections and compensation matters, while the fifth was about China. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:01 pmNext-gen Sandisk Extreme Portable SSD gets 2X faster but smaller
The new Sandisk Extreme Portable SSD (V3) offers 2,000 MBps data transfers, up to 2 TB of capacity, drop protection and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:28 pmDitch that clunky MacBook Air charger for this tiny 3-port Anker one (35% off)
Macworld Instead of carrying around that large MacBook charger with a single port, you could get this three-port Anker Nano model for $26, a 35 percent discount, and the best price we’ve seen since it was $24 on Black Friday. This GaN charger is more compact and much better at temperature control. With three ports, this Anker model is a lot more versatile since you can also use it to charge smartphones, tablets, and other gadgets. There are two USB-C and one USB-A, with either of the C-ports having the capacity to reach 65W, while the A-port caps at 22.5W. When all ports are in use, the top one is limited to 40W, but that’s still more than the 30W adapter that came with your MacBook Air. When multiple devices are connected, the charger is great at distributing power to ensure an efficient charge for each. This makes it an ideal companion for any trip you take since you won’t need to pack multiple chargers. It also doesn’t hurt that the Anker Nano has foldable prongs, so your other gadgets won’t get scratched up in your bag. So snag this 3-port Anker Nano charger for $26 and get the compact model you actually need. Buy now at Amazon05:11 pmHands-on: These are my favorite high-power power banks for your MacBook & iPad
Power banks have come a long way in just a few short years. What used to be a way to get a quick top off on your phone has evolved into devices capable of charging multiple laptops at full speed. Thanks to USB-C and fast charging, many modern power banks can now deliver up to 140W, rivaling wall chargers in both power and efficiency while still being portable enough to carry in a bag. There are a few brands that are well respected and known for their high-quality power banks, so I wanted to see who made the best high-powered charger that could charge at least 100W, has a built-in cable, is TSA approved, and also provides some charging stats in real time. Here are the best ones I have tested so far! more…