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• ‘Technical issues’ might force Apple to ditch the iPhone 15 Pro’s solid-state buttons

  12-04-2023 23:12 via macworld.com
  
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  It looks like one of the most significant design changes in this year’s iPhone refresh has been called off. In a Medium post today, the respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says Apple no longer plans to use a solid-state button design on the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max.“My latest survey indicates that due to unresolved technical issues before mass production, both high-end iPhone 15 Pro models (Pro & Pro Max) will abandon the closely-watched solid-state button design,”
  
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• Apple stock is ‘a screaming buy’

  12-04-2023 23:08 via macdailynews.com
  
  A stock market sell-off in 2022 caused Apple’s stock to fall 27% throughout the year.The market has enjoyed a surge in 2023, with Apple shares up 24% year to date. However, recent reports that the company’s Mac sales are falling could prompt a short-term dip, and make it a screaming buy,” writes The Motley Fool’s Dani Cook.Dani Cook for The Motley Fool:While a stumble in PCs is concerning for Apple’s Mac segment, it isn’t particularly damning for the company&r
  
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• Max Streaming Service Will Be Exclusive Home for 'The Penguin,' More Originals - CNET

  12-04-2023 22:25
  
  The Penguin, SmartLess: On the Road, and a new Game of Thrones spinoff will be found only here.
  
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• Apple caps off string of updates with tvOS and HomePod 16.4.1 releases

  12-04-2023 22:11 via macworld.com
  
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  After several days of updates that included every device Apple sells except Apple TV and HomePod, Apple today distributed updates to, you guessed it, Apple TV and HomePod. The updates bring the devices to version 16.4.1, in line with iOS and iPadOS.According to the release notes, the updates simply include “performance and stability improvements” with no listed features. Of note, the tvOS update doesn’t have any published security fixes despite the iOS and macOS update
  
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• UMG tells Apple and Spotify to block AI scraping of lyrics and melodies

  12-04-2023 22:07 via macdailynews.com
  
  Universal Music Group (UMG) has told streaming platforms, including Apple and Spotify, to block artificial intelligence (AI) services from scraping melodies and lyrics from their copyrighted songs, according to emails viewed by the Financial Times.Anna Nicolaou for Financial Times:UMG, which controls about a third of the global music market, has become increasingly concerned about AI bots using their songs to train themselves to churn out music that sounds like popular artists.
  AI-generated song
  
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• iOS 16.4: Don't Miss These New iPhone Features - CNET

  12-04-2023 22:00
  
  Check out the new features your iPhone gets with iOS 16.4.
  
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• Best Game Pass and Xbox Live Deals: Discounted Subscriptions Starting at $4 a Month - CNET

  12-04-2023 21:30
  
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• Warner Bros. Discovery Plans to Add Live Sports to Max Streaming Service - CNET

  12-04-2023 21:02
  
  Live news and sports events may be hitting the platform sooner than we think.
  
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• Apple releases tvOS 16.4.1 and HomePod Software 16.4.1

  12-04-2023 20:50 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple on Wednesday released tvOS 16.4.1 as well as HomePod Software 16.4.1 for Apple TV and HomePod, respectively.9to5Mac:The build number for tvOS 16.4.1 and HomePod Software 16.4.1 is 20L498. Apple’s release notes for the updates simply say that they contain “performance and stability improvements.”
  You can update your HomePod or your HomePod mini to software version 16.4.1 by going to the Home app on your iPhone, choosing your HomePod from the list of devices, and looking fo
  
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• LinkedIn Will Now Verify Your Identity and Employer - CNET

  12-04-2023 20:47
  
  Forget about Twitter. You can get a LinkedIn check mark, thanks to new partnerships with Microsoft and Clear.
  
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• ‘Don’t Call It HBO’ Max video service launching next month

  12-04-2023 20:35 via 9to5mac.com
  
  What do you get when you mix HBO Max and parts of Discovery+? Max. That’s the name of the new streaming video service from Warner Bros. Discovery launching next month. The totally original, utterly distinctive, completely creative name has been rumored since December. The marketing department either couldn’t conjure a better name or, more likely, couldn’t convince their bosses that something including HBO, you know, signaled that this is the HBO stuff.
  The top brass at the mer
  
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• HBO Max Will Relaunch in May as Max for the Same Monthly Price - CNET

  12-04-2023 20:16
  
  The "enhanced" streaming option will still cost $16 for ad-free, but another premium plan is being added.
  
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• Gartner: Worldwide PC shipments slumped 30% in Q123 YoY

  12-04-2023 20:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Worldwide PC shipments totaled 55.2 million units in the first quarter of 2023, a 30% decrease from the first quarter of 2022, according to preliminary results by Gartner. An unfavorable combination of oversupply and continued low PC demand due to economic uncertainties and a lack of purchase motivation led to the second consecutive quarter of historic year-over-year decline.
  “PC pricing pressures intensified during the quarter as vendors offered considerable discounts to clear inventory,&
  
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• This shortcut brings deep ChatGPT integration to native iOS features and apps

  12-04-2023 19:57 via 9to5mac.com
  
  We’ve seen OpenAI’s ChatGPT technology come to Apple devices in a number of different ways, including with dedicated apps for iPhone and Apple Watch. The newest entry to the scene is an incredibly powerful and versatile shortcut from the folks over at MacStories, which ties ChatGPT into your favorite iOS features and apps…more…
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• Xfinity vs. Verizon Fios: Which Should You Choose? - CNET

  12-04-2023 19:47
  
  Xfinity boasts greater availability and lower introductory pricing, but Verizon Fios may be the better service overall. Here's why.
  
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• iPhone SE 4: Report of a 2025 release with Apple’s own 5G modem

  12-04-2023 19:24 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple updated its entry-level iPhone in March 2022, adding a few nips and tucks here and there along with a quiet price increase. But the aging design and minimal upgrades meant the new iPhone SE was coolly received, with many looking forward to the next generation and reviewers hoping Apple was planning a more radical overhaul of the device.
  Right on cue, rumors are now starting to appear about what that might look like. In this article we’ve gathered together everything we know
  
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• Apple releases tvOS 16.4.1 with performance improvements for Apple TV and HomePod

  12-04-2023 19:21 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is out with a new software update for Apple TV and HomePod users today. The company is now rolling out tvOS 16.4.1 as well as HomePod Software 16.4.1.more…
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• Apple releases iOS 16.5 beta 2 with these new features [U]

  12-04-2023 19:05 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iOS 16.5 beta 2 is now rolling out to registered developers. This release comes two weeks after the release of the first iOS 16.5 beta, which introduced a few minor changes. Head below for the full details.Update April 12, 2023: Now available to public beta testers. more…
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• Watch Champions League Soccer: Livestream Real Madrid vs. Chelsea From Anywhere - CNET

  12-04-2023 19:00
  
  The defending champions host the struggling Londoners at the Bernabéu for this quarterfinal first leg.
  
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• Extended: Get 30% Off Any of Master & Dynamic's Excellent Headphones - CNET

  12-04-2023 18:47
  
  Master & Dynamic's headphones aren't cheap. But the company's 30% off sale makes them much more affordable.
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: April 12, 2023 – Apple’s big change for iPhone 15 Pro

  12-04-2023 18:39 via 9to5mac.com
  
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• You Can Now Stream Peacock on a Meta VR Headset - CNET

  12-04-2023 18:28
  
  Meta is also offering a deal for new subscribers to the streaming service.
  
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• ‘Technical’ hurdles could mean the iPhone 15 Pro has plain old buttons that click

  12-04-2023 18:06 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  It looks like one of the most significant design changes in this year’s iPhone refresh has been called off. In a Medium post today, the respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says Apple no longer plans to use a solid-state button design on the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max.“My latest survey indicates that due to unresolved technical issues before mass production, both high-end iPhone 15 Pro models (Pro & Pro Max) will abandon the closely-watched solid-state button design,”
  
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• Apple supplier Cirrus Logic shares fall on iPhone 15 Pro design change report

  12-04-2023 18:06 via macdailynews.com
  
  Cirrus Logic shares fell 12% on Wednesday as analysts highlighted risks to the Apple supplier’s bottom line from a reported design change to iPhone 15 Pro models to be released later this year.
  iPhone 15 Pro leaked images in March showed solid state volume and Action buttons
  Ryan Vlastelica for Bloomberg News:The Austin, Texas-based company derives 88% of its revenue from Apple, according to supply chain data compiled by Bloomberg.
  Ming-Chi Kuo, an analyst at TF International Securities Gr
  
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• Best Air Purifiers for 2023, Tested by CNET - CNET

  12-04-2023 18:04
  
  Air quality matters. Protect your lungs from pollen, smoke, dust and other toxins with a reliable air purifier.
  
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• Proton launches shared calendars while keeping end-to-end encryption

  12-04-2023 18:02 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Privacy-focused Proton is out today with an upgrade for its calendar service. While maintaining end-to-end encryption, Proton now features shared calendars to better collaborate with friends, family, colleagues, and more.more…
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• Wednesday’s best deals: 11-inch M2 iPad Pro Magic Keyboard $229, M1 Pro MacBook Pro from $1,390, more

  12-04-2023 17:51 via 9to5mac.com
  Halfway through the workweek, 9to5Toys has brought us a collection of the best discounts from the Apple realm and beyond. The best price of the year is now taking $70 off Apple’s latest Magic Keyboard for the 11-inch M2 iPad Pro as it hits $229. An even better value has now landed on Apple’s 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro for those who don’t need the new M2 counterpart, with $900 in savings attached, to complement this spring Sonos refurbished sale. Hit the jump for all that and m
  
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• Apple’s week of updates continues with new firmware for all AirPods models

  12-04-2023 17:49 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  After a brief hiccup, Apple has firmware update 5E133 for the 2nd- and 3rd-gen AirPods, 1st- and 2nd-gen AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max. The first-generation AirPods are still on 6.8.8 and haven’t been updated since December 2019.According to Apple’s release notes, the update, which follows several updates over the past week including iOS 16.4.1 and macOS 13.3.1, contains the standard “bug fixes and other improvements.” When Apple originally released the update on
  
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• Apple Watch Ultra vs Series 8 vs SE: What’s the best pick?

  12-04-2023 17:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  There’s more variety than ever in the Apple Watch lineup thanks to the new Ultra model and updated SE. That means there’s a lot to consider between the latest wearables and also their predecessors. Read on for a detailed look atvs Series 8 vs SE, and more to figure out what’s the best pick for you or someone you’re shopping for.more…
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• Steve Jobs’ words are brought to life in free handbook designed by Jony Ive

  12-04-2023 17:27 via macworld.com
  
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  It’s been more than a decade since Steve Jobs passed away, but his influence is still felt in everything Apple does. Now a new free ebook charts his life and legacy through speeches, interviews, and never-before-seen photos of Steve’s remarkable life.The new digital handbook, “Make Something Wonderful,” is divided into three eras: 1976-1985 (Apple’s founding and the launch of the original Macintosh), 1985-1996 (the creation of NeXT), and 1996-2011 (the retu
  
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• Post-Pandemic Telehealth Prescriptions: Here's What May Change for You - CNET

  12-04-2023 17:24
  
  Some telemedicine rules that were loosened during the pandemic could be tightened again. Before they're official, here's what we know now.
  
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• Pixelmator Photo gets AI-powered selective adjustments and a new name: Photomator

  12-04-2023 17:02 via macdailynews.com
  
  A new update for Photomator (formerly Pixelmator Photo) is now available, bringing a ton of fantastic new features, changes, and improvements.To complete the makeover, version 2.3 also features a beautiful, refreshed design, but the biggest highlight of this update lies beyond the looks.
  Photomator
  Pixelmator Team is excited to introduce an all-new and incredibly powerful selective adjustments feature that will completely change the way you edit photos in Photomator. From now on, you can easily
  
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• Control Your Patio Lights and More From Anywhere With This $15 Outdoor Smart Plug - CNET

  12-04-2023 16:58
  
  This Meross outdoor smart plug has three sockets, is weather-resistant and right now it's on sale for $11 off.
  
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• Tackle Yard Work With Up to 50% off Outdoor Power Tools - CNET

  12-04-2023 16:52
  
  Grab discounted eco-friendly hedge trimmers, pressure washers, lawnmowers, leaf blowers, chainsaws and more from Greenworks.
  
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• Warren Buffett: ‘If someone offered you $10,000 to never buy an iPhone again, you wouldn’t take it’

  12-04-2023 16:32 via 9to5mac.com
  
  It’s no secret that Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway are big fans of Apple, and last month, the conglomerate revealed that it had further expanded its already-massive holding of Apple stock. In a new interview on Wednesday, Buffett once again sang the praises of Apple, CEO Tim Cook, and iPhone loyalty. more…
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• Study reveals how important iPhone is to users by age, and it’s not who you think

  12-04-2023 16:27 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Earlier this month, CIRP released a study looking at how fast users would repair or replace a broken, lost, or stolen iPhone, iPad, or Mac. With its latest survey, the firm attempted to measure how much the devices matter to users by age, and the results are not what you’d expect.more…
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• Where does the latest iPhone 15 report leave the Action button?

  12-04-2023 16:09 via 9to5mac.com
  
  CAD drawings seemed to point to the iPhone 15 Pro getting solid-state buttons, including an Apple Watch Ultra style Action button – but two sources now say that may not be the case.
  For me personally, I have little interest in whether the buttons are mechanical or solid-state, but I would very much like that Action button …more…
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• iPhone 15 Pro models will not feature solid-state buttons due to ‘unresolved technical issues’ – Ming-Chi Kuo

  12-04-2023 16:01 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple uber-analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports on Wednesday that Apple’s two iPhone 15 Pro models will not feature solid-state buttons, but instead revert to physical buttons due to “unresolved technical issues.”
  iPhone 15 Pro Max (iPhone 15 Ultra) rendering based on CAD. (imagevia @UniverseIce)
  Ming-Chi Kuo via Medium:My latest survey indicates that due to unresolved technical issues before mass production, both high-end iPhone 15 Pro models (Pro & Pro Max) will abandon the close
  
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• 8 Ways to Know if You Have a Vitamin Deficiency - CNET

  12-04-2023 16:00
  
  Are you getting all the vitamins you need? Here's how to tell.
  
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• 6 Best Natural Sugar Alternatives - CNET

  12-04-2023 16:00
  
  Balance your diet and boost your health with these six natural alternatives.
  
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• How to find a lost or stolen iPhone with Find My and other methods

  12-04-2023 15:46 via macworld.com
  
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  You’ve probably arrived at this article because you’ve lost your iPhone, or even worse, think it might have been stolen. The good news is that Apple has software that can make it easy to track down a lost iPhone, and if it has been stolen you can use that software to wipe the iPhone and lock it down so that your data is protected.In this tutorial we will talk you through how to use Find My app to discover the location of your iPhone or iPad. (In fact you can also use the sam
  
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• Save on Groceries and More With 50% Off a 1-Year Costco Membership - CNET

  12-04-2023 15:44
  
  When you sign up right now, you'll automatically get a free $30 gift card back, scoring you a one-year membership for half the usual price.
  
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• Return to the Outdoors With up to 46% off Camping and Hiking Gear - CNET

  12-04-2023 15:42
  
  Snag deep discounts on backpacks, tents, sleeping bags and other camping equipment for your next adventure.
  
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• Prime-Exclusive Offer Saves Members 20% on Everyday Essentials - CNET

  12-04-2023 15:39
  
  Just spend $50 or more on household basics like kitchen staples, medicine, pet supplies and more and you can save up to $100 on your order.
  
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• White, Pink, Blue or Brown Noise: Which Helps You Sleep Better? - CNET

  12-04-2023 15:37
  
  Even though white noise is the most popular sound to fall asleep to, it isn't the best option for everyone. Find out which color you should use.
  
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• Are You a Good Candidate for Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids? Here's What to Know - CNET

  12-04-2023 15:32
  
  If you have mild or moderate hearing loss, OTC hearing aids may be for you. These are the signs to look out for.
  
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• Warner Bros. Discovery to kill HBO brand, rechristen HBO Max as ‘Max’

  12-04-2023 15:06 via macdailynews.com
  
  Say goodbye to the “HBO” in HBO Max as Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. will strip the HBO brand from the service’s name to rechristen it as just plain “Max.”Felix Gillette for Bloomberg:HBO is on the verge of outliving yet another existential challenge — its relatively brief and mostly awkward stint as a hyper-maximized, mass-prestigious streaming brand.
  Time to wave goodbye to the HBO in HBO Max.
  At a news conference Wednesday afternoon, David Zaslav, the chief e
  
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• Pixelmator Photo renamed to Photomator, adds AI-powered subject selection and more

  12-04-2023 15:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Pixelmator Photo is getting a rebrand. The new name for the app — currently available on iPhone and iPad with a Mac version coming soon — is Photomator.Alongside the name change, today’s 2.3 update adds a suite of new features revolving around selective adjustments, including AI selections, brush selections and gradient mask tools.more…
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• Mortgage Refinance Rates on April 12, 2023: Rates Tick Higher - CNET

  12-04-2023 15:00
  
  Multiple important refinance rates climbed higher this week. Though refinance rates change daily, experts expect rates to continue to climb.
  
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• Mortgage Refinance Rates on April 12, 2023: Rates Climb Higher - CNET

  12-04-2023 15:00
  
  Multiple important refinance rates increased over the last seven days. Though refinance rates change daily, experts expect rates to continue to climb.
  
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