Epic Games & Spotify unsurprisingly unhappy with Apple’s latest DMA update

'Fortnite' maker isn't happy with Apple's revised DMA rules Epic CEO Tim Sweeney was quick to criticize Apple's new fee structure in the EU, calling them "junk fees," while Spotify said the update is "unacceptable." Apple's initial attempt at following the EU's Digital Markets Act didn't pan out, with the EU finding it in breach.…

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A critical security issue in 1Password for Mac left credentials vulnerable to attack

1Password has disclosed a critical security flaw present in older versions of its popular password manager 1Password has disclosed a now patched critical security flaw in its software that could give attackers access to users' unlock keys and credentials. Here's what to do to keep your data safe. According to the company, all versions of…

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Torras Ostand MagSafe Power Bank review: specs, performance, cost

Torras Ostand MagSafe Power Bank review Torras' new MagSafe power banks are elegant and easy to use, keeping your devices fully charged on the go. From your pocket to your nightstand, a MagSafe charger provides convenient power for your iPhone and AirPods. Founded in 2012, Torras mostly makes screen protectors and cases. Recently, they brought…

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Apple Vision Pro disappointments and beta frustrations on the AppleInsider podcast

The hardware is still remarkable, but the lack of content and apps is holding the Apple Vision Pro back It's been six months since the Apple Vision Pro was released and there is so much to like — yet still so much missing. Plus for all the great features in Apple's beta updates, there are…

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Foxconn hires 50,000 more workers as iPhone 16 production starts

A Foxconn factory. Foxconn has gone on a hiring spree, adding 50,000 new workers for its largest iPhone facility's production lines in China ready for the iPhone 16. As the time for the introduction of a new iPhone generation nears, Apple's global supply chain jumps into action to make the highly-desired smartphones. Based on a…

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Grab a 14-inch MacBook Pro for just $1,299 this weekend

Article Hero Image Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro has just received a fresh price drop, driving the M3 model down to $1,299.99 as Amazon and Best Buy launch aggressive back-to-school deals. A back-to-school price war is in effect between Amazon and Best Buy, with Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 dropping to an all-time low price of…

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HomeKit’s Adaptive Lighting will work with Matter smart lights

HomeKit can control smart bulbs. Matter smart lights will start to work with Apple's Adaptive Lighting feature of the Home app, with Nanoleaf hardware among the first to support it. Previously, only a small number of smart lighting products supported the feature. For most consumers, that meant buying products from Nanoleaf, Philips Hue, Aqara, and…

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If Apple TV+ abandons theatrical releases, it won’t be because of money

Brad Pitt and George Clooney in 'Wolfs' No Apple TV+ movie has become a blockbuster hit bringing in enough money to rival the iPhone, but theatrical releases help the company attract subscribers — and also talent. Writer/director Jon Watts' movie "Wolfs," starring George Clooney and Brad Pitt, is now getting a one-week limited release in…

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