Update your iPhone, iPad, & Mac now to block critical security threats

Update to Apple's latest iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and visionOS to patch known security vulnerabilities that may have been exploited on Intel-based Macs. Apple has also confirmed that these vulnerabilities "may have been actively exploited on Intel-based Mac systems." Intel-based Macs are vulnerable in this case because their architecture handles certain software frameworks, like WebKit and…

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Apple’s 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro chip just dipped to all-time best price

Grab the best price on Apple's M4 MacBook Pro. The brand-new M4 Pro MacBook Pro 14-inch has hit a new record low price of $1,749, with units in stock with free expedited shipping. This pre-Black Friday Apple deal may sell out or end soon, with limited supply available at the reduced price. The $250 price…

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Rare leak exposes iPhone unlocking capabilities by law enforcement

Leaked documents reveal the secrets behind Graykey, the covert forensic tool used to unlock modern smartphones, exposing its struggles with Apple's latest iOS updates. Graykey is a forensic tool designed to unlock mobile devices and extract data, primarily used by law enforcement agencies and digital forensics experts. Developed by the secretive company Grayshift — now…

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Apple shifts to internal advertising sales for Apple News

Apple has started to sell advertising on Apple News by itself, a report claims, with the company handling ad inventory sales for the service on its own. Advertising in Apple Services isn't entirely new, as it has done so for Apple News and the App Store for quite a while. However, it has apparently recently…

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Apple releases security updates for iOS 18.1.1, iPadOS 18.1.1, macOS 15.1.1

Currently-tested Apple Intelligence features Apple has issued point releases for its operating systems, including iOS 18.1.1, iPadOS 18.1.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1.1, and visionOS 2.1.1. The version number change indicates the updates are not ones with major feature changes. Instead, the smaller version uptick signifies smaller changes, and often includes security fixes and compatibility changes. The…

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There’s no need to wait for Black Friday, as Apple’s AirTag just dropped to record low price

AirTag dips to new record low price leading up to Black Friday. - Image credit: Apple An AirTag price war has erupted just over a week before Black Friday, making it a perfect time to pick one up for holiday travel or as an affordable stocking stuffer. The $19.99 price at Amazon and Best Buy…

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App Store revenue grew more than usual in October

Apple's App Store saw a jump in revenue in October, analysts say, with downloads in the month also trending higher than usual. Like many other areas of Apple's empire, the App Store experiences seasonality when it comes to purchases and downloads of apps. In October, analysts saw an improvement in tracked metrics that go beyond…

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Apple releases top Apple Podcast charts for 2024

Apple has released a list of the most popular shows listened to via Apple Podcasts in 2024, with "The Daily" taking the top spot for the year in the United States. Apple regularly publishes year-end charts for its various content services, giving a hint to what the world is listening to on their iPhone and…

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