Smart rings, Apple Watch rumors, and more betas on the AppleInsider Podcast

Apple Watch Ultra frowning at how Samsung has been so very closely inspired by it Apple Watch redesign rumors are on-again off-again, the iOS 16 beta keeps improving, and while the Apple Ring isn't even out yet, Samsung is still not looking very original this week, all on the AppleInsider Podcast. But Samsung isn't just…

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A screen won’t fix the HomePod’s problems

Whether it’s the result of compelling evidence or groupthink, the normally fractious and argumentative Apple rumorsphere has a tendency every now and then to suddenly speak with one voice. And right now that voice is saying four words: HomePod with a display. Within the space of a week, pundits spotted HomeAccessory17,1 references in backend code…

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Surfshark VPN review: Powerful protection and performance with few drawbacks

Surfshark's interface is similar across all devices for easy multi-platform use Surfshark VPN is a powerful, safe, and cost-effective way to protect your online data and life, with only minor drawbacks. Every computer that connects to the Internet has an Internet Protocol (IP) address, which is a unique number similar to a phone number. Everything…

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Troubled AI Processor Developer Graphcore Finds a Buyer: SoftBank

After months of searching for a buyer, troubled U.K.-based AI processor designer Graphcore said on Friday that it has been acquired by SoftBank. The company will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of SoftBank and will possibly collaborate with Arm, but what remains to be seen what happens to the unique architecture of Graphcore's intelligence…

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MacPaw introduces on-device phishing detection to boost macOS security

MacPaw introduces on-device phishing detection to boost macOS security MacPaw's latest research introduces an on-device, real-time phishing detection system to improve Mac users' cybersecurity. Ivan Petrukha, Senior Research Engineer at MacPaw, will present research on this system at the 14th International Workshop on Socio-Technical Aspects in Security on July 12. The system, initiated by Moonlock,…

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We searched every early Apple Prime Day deal and these are only the best ones

First published on Friday, July 12. Everyone’s favorite non-denominational shopping holiday has arrived—Amazon Prime Day. The big event will kick off on Tuesday, July 16, and continue for 48 hours until it all ends at midnight on July 17. The deals will be coming and going quickly, so be sure to bookmark this page so…

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This deeply discounted 100W Anker charging station can quickly handle seven devices at once

There’s nothing better for productivity than a clean and tidy desk, so getting the Anker 100W Charging Station simply makes sense, especially as Prime members can snatch it for $50.39 at Amazon. Considering its MSRP is $80, that’s nearly $30 off for a fantastic 7-in-1 charging station. This versatile device isn’t just about power; it’s…

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Tim Cook, Eddy Cue, and Sam Altman attend Sun Valley media retreat

Tim Cook at Sun Valley 2024 (Source: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) Apple's Tim Cook and Eddy Cue have returned to the annual Allen & Company Sun Valley retreat, known for being where billionaires make significant deals. Tim Cook is a regular at the annual week-long retreat in Idaho, and presumably apart from the COVID years, has…

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India’s antitrust regulator accuses Apple of abusing its market dominance

India says Apple has abused its dominant market share of iOS apps After three years of investigations, Indian regulators have concluded that Apple has been using antitrust behaviours by forcing App Store developers to use its in-app payment system. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) began investigating Apple in 2021, following a complaint by a…

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