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• Is Retinol Right for My Skin? This L'Oreal Scanner Gave Me an Answer

  13-01-2025 23:39
  
  The Cell BioPrint, unveiled at CES 2025, is designed to take the mystery and frustration out of choosing skin care products.
  
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• Data Broker Hack Exposes Location Info From Millions of iPhone Users

  13-01-2025 22:55 via macrumors.com
  
  Data broker Gravy Analytics has been hacked, and location information from millions of iPhone and Android users is at risk, reports TechCrunch. Gravy Analytics' parent company Unacast disclosed the data breach earlier this month [PDF], and said that its AWS cloud storage environment had been accessed by an unauthorized person using a "misappropriated access key."
  "Some files" were obtained, and preliminary findings suggest those files "could contain personal data" collected from users of third-p
  
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• Meta accused of training its AI using pirated content from torrents

  13-01-2025 22:48 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A new day, a new controversy around artificial intelligence. This time, Meta has been accused of using pirated content from torrents to train its large language model (LLM) Llama, which powers Meta AI. The case was one of the first copyright lawsuits filed against a tech company for training AI.more…
  
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• Can't Afford to Fly to Rome? Build the Trevi Fountain at Home

  13-01-2025 22:30
  
  This new set should look fantastic next to your massive Lego Colosseum.
  
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• Apple CEO Cook’s total salary set to rise by $10 million for 2024, dependent on shareholder approval

  13-01-2025 22:01 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple CEO Tim Cook, all the way to the bank
  Tim Cook’s total compensation for 2024 is set to increase by $10 million, pending shareholder approval at Apple’s annual meeting next month, according to a new Securities and Exchange Commission filing.
  Faizan Farooque for GuruFocus:‎Comprising a $3 million basic pay, a $6 million cash incentive program, and a $50 million target equity reward, the proposed package comes at $59 million overall. This shows a $10 million change in the equi
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Jan. 14, #1305

  13-01-2025 22:00
  
  Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1305 for Tuesday, Jan. 14.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 14, #583

  13-01-2025 22:00
  
  Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 583 for Tuesday, Jan. 14.
  
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• Hackers have devised a simple text scam to bypass Apple’s iPhone protections

  13-01-2025 21:58 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  The more we use our iPhones to chat, the more smishing (SMS phishing) attacks try to trick us into compromising our accounts. According to research by Bleeping Computer, the latest wave of attacks is simply but includes serious efforts to bypass Apple’s way of protecting users from using bad web links.The whole scheme merely attempts you to reply to a text, even if it’s simply with a Y. Why? So the link in the original text will become active.Here’s how it works. When
  
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• Rocket Money Review 2025

  13-01-2025 21:56
  
  There's a reason this budgeting app won a CNET Editors' Choice award.
  
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• I'm a Budgeting Nerd. These are My 7 Must-Know Tips

  13-01-2025 21:49
  
  Your budget can help you live your best life.
  
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• Best Laptops of 2025

  13-01-2025 21:45
  
  These are our favorite laptops that we've tested and reviewed in the past year, spanning all types, sizes and prices.
  
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• Apple is launching 20+ new products this year, here’s what’s coming

  13-01-2025 21:37 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple has a huge lineup of products coming in 2025, including three new Home products, six devices getting rare updates, five new iPhones, and more. Based on the reporting of Mark Gurman and Ming-Chi Kuo especially, here’s a full lineup of what’s coming.more…
  
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• This Throbbing High-Tech Sound Bath Cleansed Me of Stress After CES 2025

  13-01-2025 21:33
  
  I tried out The Hum, a zero-gravity, multisensory installation that could soon help you relax at the airport. It was the reset I needed.
  
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• iPhone Driver's License Support Coming to Illinois

  13-01-2025 21:18 via macrumors.com
  
  iPhone users from Illinois will soon be able to add their driver's licenses and IDs to the Apple Wallet app on ‌iPhone‌ and Apple Watch, the Illinois Secretary of State announced today [PDF].
  An Illinois state law that went into effect on January 1 legalizes mobile IDs and allows places of business to accept digital driver's licenses in lieu of physical licenses.As of right now, Illinois does not have a mobile license program, and the state is in the beginning process of developing dig
  
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• Apple TV+ debuts trailer for new conspiracy thriller series ‘Prime Target’

  13-01-2025 21:01 via macdailynews.com
  
  Leo Woodall and Quintessa Swindell star in “Prime Target,” a new conspiracy thriller premiering on Apple TV+ on January 22, 2025.
  Apple TV+ on Monday unveiled the trailer and key art for new conspiracy thriller “Prime Target,” starring SAG Award winner Leo Woodall (“The White Lotus,” “One Day”) and Quintessa Swindell (“Black Adam,” “In Treatment”). Created by award-winning writer Steve Thompson (“Sherlock,” &ldqu
  
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• Best Surge Protector of 2025: APC Is Our Top Choice

  13-01-2025 21:00
  
  Power surges can damage your electronics and even cause fires. CNET ranks the best surge protectors to help protect you and your devices.
  
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• Illinois launching Apple Wallet IDs support this year

  13-01-2025 20:48 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Another state has committed to supporting digital IDs in Apple Wallet by the end of the year. Illinois says it will launch “the best mobile ID program in the nation” by the end of 2025…more…
  
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• Best Chemical Drain Cleaners for 2025

  13-01-2025 20:40
  
  Make sure your drain cleaner is safe and effective with these top choices.
  
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• White House Forgives Student Loans for Over 150,000 More Borrowers

  13-01-2025 20:26
  
  This could be the Biden administration's last round of student debt relief before the White House transition.
  
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• Here are two signs the iPhone 17 lineup could be more expensive than ever

  13-01-2025 20:26 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple’s launching five new iPhones this year, and signs are starting to emerge that this is the year prices will finally increase. The budget-friendly iPhone SE 4 is widely expected to get a modest price bump, but the flagship iPhone 17 lineup could too. Here are two reasons why.more…
  
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• MagSafe Monday: ESR’s MagSafe power bank delivers Qi2 charging with a built-in LED panel and kickstand

  13-01-2025 20:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  MagSafe battery packs have changed portable charging for iPhone users. Unlike old-school wired power banks that require a cable to charge your phone, MagSafe batteries snap directly to the back of your iPhone, providing a very easy charging experience. They’re convenient, compact, and perfect for those who want to avoid carrying extra cables. The ESR Qi2 MagSlim Kickstand power bank builds on these benefits, adding some nice features like a kickstand and LED display, making it a great opti
  
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• Therabody and Garmin Team Up for a Smarter and Better Way to Recover

  13-01-2025 19:54
  
  Therabody brings A.I. into the recovery chat with the help of the popular wearable brand.
  
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• IDC: Apple’s iPhone maintained lead in worldwide smartphone shipments and market share in 2024

  13-01-2025 19:48 via macdailynews.com
  
  iPhone 16 Pro comes in four stunning finishes: black titanium, natural titanium, white titanium, and desert titanium.
  According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, global smartphone shipments increased 2.4% year-over-year (YoY) to 331.7 million units in the fourth quarter of 2024 (4Q24). This marks the sixth consecutive quarter of shipment growth, closing the whole year with 6.4% growth and 1.24 billion shipments, marking a
  
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• Researcher finds a vulnerability in the iPhone USB-C controller

  13-01-2025 19:34 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  A security researcher has been able to hack Apple’s USB-C controllers that are used in current iPhones, which would usually raise concerns about security and the ability to jailbreak the iPhone. But there’s probably nothing to worry about.The vulnerability is in the ACE3 USB controller, which Apple introduced with the iPhone 15 lineup in 2023. Cyber Security News reports that researcher Thomas Roth used his knowledge of the previous controller, the ACE2, as the basis to hack
  
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• Mortgage Predictions for Week of Jan. 13-19: Everything to Know About Rates

  13-01-2025 19:29
  
  Trump's inauguration, a Fed meeting and economic uncertainty have the potential to rattle the housing market.
  
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• 8 Steps for Homeowners When Your Property Is Destroyed by a Wildfire

  13-01-2025 19:24
  
  If your home was affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, here's how you can submit an insurance claim.
  
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• Apple Watches Reportedly Poised for Major Health-Focused Upgrades

  13-01-2025 19:23
  
  The Apple Series line is also expected to get a refreshed lower-cost option.
  
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• The Blue Ghost Lunar Lander Heads to the Moon On Wednesday: Here's What to Know

  13-01-2025 19:21
  
  You can watch the launch live online.
  
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• IRS 1099-K Update: Venmo, PayPal and Cash App Users Should Know About This New Tax Rule

  13-01-2025 19:00
  
  The IRS is moving forward with its 1099-K tax reporting change. Here's what that means for you.
  
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• CES, start your photocopiers: Hey, it’s cool to copy Apple again!

  13-01-2025 19:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  In the world of sports, it’s sometimes easier to impress by not playing. When you’re in the game, everything you do is judged and all your mistakes happen under a harsh spotlight. But get yourself dropped behind some other poor bloke now getting picked apart for their mistakes, you’ll find that all is forgiven… or, better yet, forgotten. Let’s get David Price back in the game, they’ll say. I’m sure we were wrong about him being physically incom
  
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• Best Peloton Alternatives for 2025 That Will Save You Money in the Long Run

  13-01-2025 19:00
  
  You don't have to splurge on a Peloton. There are other alternatives that are just as good and budget-friendly.
  
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• Your EV Could Soon Charge Your House, Tools -- and Even the Grid

  13-01-2025 18:42
  
  Electric vehicles aren't just eco-friendly transportation anymore. The EVs of tomorrow can also be your home's battery backup.
  
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• Best Vitamins for Energy in 2025

  13-01-2025 18:32
  
  Improve your overall energy levels and mood with these vitamins.
  
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• The A17 Pro iPad Mini sheds $100 off its price for the first time

  13-01-2025 18:27 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  The newest iPad Mini is starting the year down to an absolutely amazing price—the best we’ve ever seen in fact. For the very first time, the A17 Mini is down to $399, a massive $100 under its MSRP.
  This is a tablet that got a 4-star rating from us, with our review appreciating the new fast CPU and the graphics it delivers, as well as the fact that it supports Apple Intelligence and all the goodies that come with it. In fact, that’s the main upgrade we’re seeing i
  
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• Meghan Markle Delays Her Netflix Show Due to LA Fires

  13-01-2025 18:26
  
  The Duchess of Sussex pushed back the release to "focus on the needs of those impacted by the wildfires in my home state," according to a statement released this week.
  
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• The M4 MacBook Air is set to kick off a ‘loaded’ 2025 for the Mac

  13-01-2025 18:14 via macworld.com
  
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  In his latest Power On newsletter (subscription required), Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says Apple’s 2025 will be “loaded.” That includes the Mac, and Gurman cites the timeframe for when Apple will release new Macs–most of what Gurman reports has been stated before, but it’s worth reiterating, especially if you have plans to invest in a new Mac this year.The M4 MacBook Air will get the Mac rolling in 2025, with a release happening “relatively soon.&r
  
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• Massive data breach exposes precise locations for users of many popular apps

  13-01-2025 18:14 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A huge data breach involving Gravy Analytics has appeared to expose precise location data for millions of users of popular smartphone apps like Candy Crush, Tinder, MyFitnessPal, and more. Here’s what you should know about the unfolding breach.more…
  
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• Apple’s board opposes shareholder proposal to abolish DEI programs

  13-01-2025 18:10 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s board of directors has come out in opposition to a proposal seeking to end the company’s “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” (DEI) programs.
  In a proxy filing, the company said the National Center for Public Policy Research is submitting a proposal for Apple to “consider abolishing its Inclusion & Diversity program, policies, department and goals.”
  Read the full article via MacDailyNews on Substack:Apple’s board opposes shareholder proposal t
  
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• Best Home Security Systems of 2025

  13-01-2025 18:00
  
  Find a monitoring company to keep your home safe inside and out.
  
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• A New Kind of Video Doorbell From SwitchBot Solves a Long-Term Problem

  13-01-2025 18:00
  
  SwitchBot showed up at CES 2025 with a doorbell kit that includes it's own smart portable display: It could be just what video doorbells were missing.
  
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• Review: BenQ's Affordable MA270U 4K Monitor Is Made for MacBooks

  13-01-2025 17:56 via macrumors.com
  
  Any typical search for a consumer Mac monitor inevitably leads to the Apple Studio Display – a seamless but prohibitively expensive option for most users at $1,599. That's where BenQ's MA270U steps in, offering Mac-native features at a much more palatable $459.99.Unlike typical PC monitors that often feel retrofitted for Mac compatibility, this is a 27-inch 4K display that arrives ready for MacBook use out of the box, complete with built-in color matching, keyboard integration, and even Fo
  
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• BMW’s new iDrive system still supports CarPlay, but only barely

  13-01-2025 17:50 via 9to5mac.com
  
  At CES last week, BMW unveiled a major revamp to its iDrive infotainment system, built on the new “BMW Operating System X.” The revamp brings a new “BMW Panoramic Vision” design with infotainment that stretches around, described as “high tech meets highly intuitive operation.”The good news is that the new iDrive system still supports Apple CarPlay. The bad news, however, is that BMW has done the bare minimum to integrate CarPlay – and it’s act
  
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• Deals: iPad mini 7 returns to all-time low at $100 off, AirPods Pro 2 up to $99 off, Alpine Loops, and more

  13-01-2025 17:45 via 9to5mac.com
  
  While we are still tracking a chance to land some wildly low prices on the official Apple Watch braided and silicone Solo Loops, a fresh batch of Apple gear deals are now live to kick the week off. After months waiting for a solid price drop on the new iPad mini 7, today is the day. Just about every configuration, color, and storage capacity is now seeing a straight up $100 price drop with deals kicking off from $399 shipped. Apple’s AirPods 2 are still down at $180 in new condition, but B
  
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• New Apple TV 4K release date: Here’s when to expect the next model

  13-01-2025 17:27 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple last updated its Apple TV 4K set-top box in late 2022. So when is the next model coming? According to a new report, here’s when to expect the new Apple TV 4K to launch.more…
  
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• EA's Skate Game Is Now Open for Playtesting: Here's How You Can Give It a Try

  13-01-2025 17:20
  
  The game, first announced in 2020, is available for gamers to try out on PC and on consoles.
  
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• Don’t expect an update to Apple’s anemic-selling Vision Pro this year

  13-01-2025 17:02 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple Vision Pro
  According to Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman, while Apple’s 2025 is jam-packed with a slew of new and updated product launches throughout the year, a next-gen Vision Pro is not expected to be among them.
  Mark Gurman for Bloomberg News:‎As of now, I don’t believe there will be a new headset from Apple shipping this year, though there theoretically could be an unveiling ahead of a release later. Signs point to a second-generation model coming in 2026 with an M5 c
  
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• Everything we expect from a lower-priced Apple Vision headset in 2026

  13-01-2025 16:49 via 9to5mac.com
  
  It’s always been clear that Vision Pro was simply Apple’s first step into the AR/VR headset world, and that a lower-priced Apple Vision product would follow, but there have so far been mixed reports on when we might expect to see it.We’ve so far seen reports variously suggesting that the non-Pro Apple Vision headset would launch in 2025, 2026, and 2027 – with the latest of these saying the company is “ramping up” development work …more…
  
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• New Apple Stores coming to the US this year in these locations

  13-01-2025 16:47 via 9to5mac.com
  
  New Apple Store openings aren’t as frequent as they used to be, but Apple continues to launch its retail locations both in the US and around the globe. Here are the locations planned for opening this year in the US, and a peek into Apple’s plans abroad too.more…
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: January 13, 2025 – Apple Watch SE rumors, TikTok ban looms

  13-01-2025 16:37 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. 9to5Mac Daily listeners can exclusively save 30% and get a $100 Savings Card.  more…
  
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• All the Best Home Tech Gadgets We Saw at CES 2025: Robot Maids, Fog Gardens and More

  13-01-2025 16:08
  
  CES 2025 ushered in a multitude of home tech tools and upgrades we expect to hit the market in the coming year. Here are 23 of the best home launches from the most crucial tech showcase on Earth.
  
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