Cops find $30K in fake Apple goods during traffic stop

Part of the counterfeit Apple product haul [Florence County Sheriff's Office] A traffic stop in Pee Dee, South Carolina resulted in police seizing a haul of counterfeit Apple items valued at about $30,000. Umberto Cardinale, the driver of the vehicle, was arrested and charged with the transportation and distribution of counterfeit goods valued at between…

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Google Maps finally brings hazard reporting in CarPlay

Google Maps on CarPlay Years after it debuted on its iOS and Android apps, hazard and delay reporting is now available when Google Maps is connected to CarPlay. One of the most useful features in Apple Maps is how quickly drivers can report that there is, say, a lane closure, or there's been an accident.…

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Lack of vetting let Figma’s AI tool copy Apple’s app designs

Attempts by Andy Allen to use Figma's Make Design tool to create a weather app resulted in a copy of Apple's app. Figma's ill-fated Make Designs feature created designs based on existing apps, including some from Apple. Figma says it's because new elements weren't tested enough before its launch. In early July, design tool maker…

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Prime Day Apple deals have been extended for a limited time only

Prime Day deals on Apple have been extended. In an unexpected move, Amazon has extended numerous Prime Day Apple deals on AirPods, iPads, Apple Watch — and even Mac. Plus, grab the lowest price ever on the new Apple Pencil Pro — beating yesterday's Prime Day deal. Amazon has extended dozens of Prime Day deals…

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‘iOS 18 customisation, iPhone sales, more ‘Underdogs,’ and more Apple News ads, on the AppleInsider Podcast

Poster for Apple's new "Underdogs" promo Now that the public betas are out, even more people are customizing their iPhones, iPads, and to an extent, their Macs. Plus as app developers start exploiting Apple's new features, Apple is looking to expand its ads with famous chumbox advertiser Taboola — and there's a new "Underdogs" video.…

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Apple users have many ways to experience Paris Olympics

Paris 2024 Olympics logo in front of the Louvre Sports fans can enhance their enjoyment of the Paris Olympic Games with the iPhone and Apple hardware, with a variety of ways to keep up with what's happening in the world's biggest sporting event. The Paris Olympic Games will be taking place this summer, and the…

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The 5 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make When Replacing Your Phone Screen at Home

Replacing the screens of modern smartphones is an extremely complicated and delicate process. Without the proper experience or knowledge, many things can go wrong. Experienced smartphone repair technicians are almost indispensable in such situations, so it’s worth seeking professional help when it comes to replacing your phone screen. Many people attempt home phone repairs based…

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