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Asahi Linux Adds M3 Support, New Models from Acer and Lenovo
Asahi Linux runs on Apple M3, GPU in development. Lenovo thin and rollable concepts, Acer 799g ultralight and replaceable-battery models debut.
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Apple Sued for $2.7 Billion Over ATT, Alleged Harm to Developers
A former UK competition official sues Apple for $2.7B, alleging ATT disadvantaged third-party apps, alongside European regulatory trends.
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Tim Cook to Step Down as Apple CEO: Looking Back on 15 Years
After 15 years as Apple's CEO, Tim Cook will step down. We review his accomplishments and challenges, including the expansion of the service business and the transition to Apple silicon.
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How to Prevent Siri Interruptions While Using CarPlay
Settings to prevent Siri from interrupting with voice notifications during CarPlay use. Adjust Driving Focus mode and notification reading for safer driving.
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Can Technology Prove the Reliability of Smartphone Photos in the Age of AI-Generated Fakes?
Google has adopted C2PA, and Apple is considering an image verification feature for iOS. Technology to prove photo authenticity is spreading, but many challenges remain.
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Details of HomePod with Display Reveal macOS Beta Code
Multiple references to a HomePod with a screen found in macOS 26.7 beta code reveal Apple Watch-like customizable surfaces and wall-mount support.
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Apple Wallet Driver's License Support to Expand to Four More US States
Apple Wallet's driver's license and ID feature expands to North Carolina, Oklahoma, Utah, and Virginia. Support is expected to reach 18 states and Puerto Rico.
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Apple to Develop Custom AI Model for China with Alibaba
Apple partners with Alibaba to develop a custom AI model for China, advancing Apple Intelligence's rollout amid US-China tensions.
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Apple Evaluates China's CXMT Memory for iPhone and MacBook
Apple is testing DRAM chips from China's CXMT for its products, addressing AI-driven memory shortages and diversifying its supply chain.
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Apple to Differentiate Its Smart Glasses with Privacy Features
Apple plans to launch its first smart glasses in 2027. By focusing on on-device processing and avoiding facial recognition, it aims to stand apart from Meta's privacy-challenged products.
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Apple to Stream "Neuromancer" Starting January 22, First Teaser Released
Apple has announced that its "Neuromancer" TV series will premiere on January 22, 2027. The first teaser was unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, bringing the iconic cyberpunk novel to the screen.
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AppleCare Plus to See Price Hike for Mac and iPad
Apple is raising the subscription fees for AppleCare Plus for Mac and iPad by $0.50 per month and $5 annually, following last year's iPhone price hike.
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Apple Unveils New Siri AI in iOS 27 Public Beta
Apple has launched the iOS 27 public beta, introducing a revamped Siri AI to general users. Leveraging its 2.5 billion devices, Apple begins large-scale testing of its AI assistant to compete with ChatGPT and Gemini.
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A Comprehensive Analysis of Computers in Jurassic Park
Software engineer Fabien Sanglard conducts an in-depth investigation into the computers featured in the movie "Jurassic Park," including the Apple Powerbook 100 and SGI R4000 Indigo, revealing details about the hardware used and its production costs.
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Apple Sues OpenAI: Musk and Altman Spar on X
Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI for trade secret theft. In response, Elon Musk and Sam Altman have exchanged heated words on X, highlighting tensions over the launches of Grok 4.5 and GPT-5.6 Sol.
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Apple Files Lawsuit Against OpenAI for Alleged Theft of Trade Secrets, Claims Involvement of Former Employees
Apple has filed a federal lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing it and former employees of illegally obtaining and using trade secrets. The AI hardware rivalry escalates to legal action.
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macOS 28 to End Support for Encrypted HFS+ Volumes, Promoting Transition to APFS
Apple will discontinue support for encrypted Mac OS Extended (HFS+) volumes starting with macOS 28. Users will need to decrypt or reformat volumes to APFS.
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Siri’s Pace and Expressivity Now Customizable in iOS 27 Beta
Apple enables sliders for adjusting Siri's speaking speed and expressiveness in iOS 27 beta 3. Details on its voice customization feature.
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Apple Plans a Design Refresh for Entry-Level MacBook Pro
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple plans to revamp the design of the 14-inch entry-level MacBook Pro in early 2027. Around the same time, the company may also launch a touchscreen MacBook, a new iPad Pro, and the base model of iPhone 18.
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MAX Models Now Support Apple Silicon GPUs, Covering All Generations Through M5
Modular expands MAX framework support for Apple silicon GPUs in its latest release. Models for text and image generation now run from M1 to M5.
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Will Apple Repeat the Failure of Ultra-Thin Smartphones? Expectations From Samsung
Ultra-thin smartphones released in 2025 struggled in the market. iPhone Air sold less than 1 million units, while Galaxy S25 Edge also faltered. As rumors of sequels arise, many hope Samsung will integrate its thin phone tech into its main series.
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Russian Government Encourages Switch to Android as Apple Blocks Major Apps
Apple blocked Russia's main SNS "VKontakte" and monitoring app "Max". Russian government urges switch to Android, escalating tech conflict between the two sides.
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Apple Skips M6 Pro/Max, Accelerates AI Processing with M7 Series
According to Bloomberg, Apple plans to skip releasing M6 Pro/Max/Ultra chips, moving directly to the M7 series. M5 Ultra is expected this year, while M7 chips will significantly enhance on-device AI processing starting in 2027.
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The New Siri Becomes a True Assistant, Debuts with iOS 27
Apple's revamped Siri AI in iOS 27 has been previewed by Wired. With Google Gemini integration, advanced contextual understanding, and hyper-personalization based on on-device data, it marks a fundamental transformation of the traditional Siri.
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Complete Comparison of the Latest iPads in 2026: Choosing Between Air, Pro, and Mini
A detailed comparison of Apple's four iPad models: the M4-equipped iPad Air, M5-equipped iPad Pro, A17 Pro-equipped iPad Mini, and the 11th generation iPad. Features and recommended user groups explained.
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iPhone Air 2 to Debut with Dual Rear Cameras in Spring 2027
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is planning to launch the iPhone Air 2 in Spring 2027, featuring dual rear cameras, improved battery life, and the A20 Pro processor. This ultra-thin form factor may become a permanent product line.
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Apple to Launch Camera-Equipped AirPods Pro 3 and Second-Generation Foldable iPhone by 2027
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has detailed Apple's 2027 hardware plans, including camera-equipped AirPods Pro 3, a second-generation foldable iPhone, and a 20th-anniversary iPhone.
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macOS 27 Siri AI First Experience: Desktop Walls Exposed in 24 Hours
Apple's Siri AI, featured in macOS 27 Golden Gate announced at WWDC 2026, reports its capabilities and challenges in a desktop environment, revealed through a 24-hour test on the developer beta.
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Apple Migrates TrueType Hinting to Swift, Achieves 13% Speedup
Apple's security team rewrote the TrueType font hinting interpreter from C to Swift, achieving an average 13% performance improvement and releasing the source code.
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Apple Open-Sources Swift-Based Container Tool "container"
Apple has open-sourced "container," a tool for running Linux containers as lightweight VMs on macOS, written in Swift and optimized for Apple Silicon, supporting OCI images.
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Apple Unveils Personal Context Feature in Major Siri AI Overhaul
Apple announced a Personal Context feature for Siri at WWDC 2026. The upgrade allows cross-app search across native apps like iMessage and Calendar, evolving Siri into a proactive personal AI assistant.
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Apple Intelligence Full-Scale Launch, Siri AI Revamp with iOS 27
At WWDC 2026, Apple announced full-scale Apple Intelligence. iOS 27 makes Siri standalone app with Dynamic Island, reveals Google Gemini cooperation.
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iOS 27 Beta Hints at Apple's Foldable Device
The iOS 27 developer beta includes framework references like "foldState" and "angleDegrees" for foldable devices, signaling that Apple's first foldable iPhone, expected this year, is progressing.
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4 New Features to Watch in the iOS 27 Beta
Unveiled at WWDC 2026, the iOS 27 developer beta brings UI quality and usability improvements despite an AI waitlist. Four highlights include Liquid Glass transparency and mega widgets.
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macOS 27 Ends Intel Mac Support, Requires Apple Silicon
macOS 27 Golden Gate officially ends Intel Mac support. Only Apple Silicon Macs (M1 and later) are compatible. Security patches provided for about two more years.