CSA CEO Tobin Richardson discusses the future of Matter

On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, Connectivity Standards Alliance CEO and President Tobin Richardson stops by to talk about the future of Matter. Tobin Richardson is the President and CEO of the Connectivity Standards Alliance, or CSA, which is the member-led organization that is responsible for the development of Matter. Apple is one…

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Apple names 45 finalists for 2024 App Store Awards

App Store Award - Image credit: Apple Apple has released the list of app and game finalists for the 2024 App Store Awards, celebrating the best apps in its ecosystem. The App Store Awards is Apple's annual recognition of apps that offer an exceptional user experience, design, and innovation. On Monday, it released a list…

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Apple has bad news for AirPods audiophiles

When Apple launches a new product, it’s generally treated as a significant event. But not all Apple releases are equal, with a decent proportion consisting of a minor processor bump or a switch from one connectivity standard to another. One such non-event was the recent AirPods Max update, which replaced the Lightning port with USB-C…

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India’s CCI rejects Apple’s request to halt investigation report

India's CCI rejects Apple's request to halt investigation report India's antitrust regulators have declined to grant Apple's request for a temporary hold on a report that alleges app developers are compelled to adhere to unfair terms to be on the App Store. In 2021, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) began its investigation following a…

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Build a killer M4 iPad Pro bundle for nearly $400 off this Black Friday

There’s no other way to say it: The iPad Pro is expensive. As are its accessories. So if you want one, you’re probably waiting for the best possible deal to jump at. Well, this is that deal: Ahead of Black Friday, Amazon is slashing up to $300 off the iPad Pro and its accessories ahead…

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There appears to be a hidden flaw in the iMac that’s basically a warranty time bomb

If you’re thinking about buying an iMac this holiday shopping season, there is one reason why you might want to hold off on that purchase. Several people who bought an M1 iMac a few years ago have reported a major problem with the display–a problem that doesn’t appear until after the standard warranty expires. A…

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The M4 MacBook Pro’s speakers are a lot easier–and cheaper–to fix

Apple gets a lot of grief about its products being difficult to repair, but the company is showing a few signs of addressing the issue. The latest involves the MacBook Pro with Pro and Max chips. Apple now has available individual speaker parts for these laptops, which means that if the speakers break, they can…

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