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• Epic Games Store Lures EU Developers With Promise to Pay Apple Fees

  23-01-2025 23:56 via macrumors.com
  
  Epic Games is planning to pay the Apple fees that EU developers incur when distributing their apps through the ‌Epic Games‌ Store, Epic CEO Tim Sweeney told The Verge today.
  ‌Epic Games‌ added almost 20 third-party games to its app store on iOS devices in the European Union, where alternate app stores are allowed to operate. Epic also debuted its free games program, and the company says it will pay the Core Technology Fees for iOS developers in the EU who offer their apps for
  
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• Apple and Google Face Mobile Ecosystem Competition Probe in the UK

  23-01-2025 23:15
  
  The investigation will look for "potential exploitative conduct" by the tech companies, which dominate the mobile market.
  
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• Here’s why Walmart still does not accept Apple Pay

  23-01-2025 23:03 via macdailynews.com
  
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  Walmart continues to reject Apple Pay and other NFC payment methods in its over 4,600 U.S. stores, firmly standing by its decision as of today.
  Joe Rossignol for MacRumors:‎A spokesperson for Walmart today informed MacRumors that its position on contactless payments has not changed since we last reached out about the matter in 2022. The big-box retailer said it remains focused on its own convenient payment technologies available in the Walmart app, including Walmart Pay and Mobile
  
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• Apple announces new App Store tool to give developers more In-App Purchase options

  23-01-2025 23:02 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple’s developer site has shared news of a new API coming for apps that will offer expanded options for managing In-App Purchases. It’s called the Advanced Commerce API, and here’s what we know so far.more…
  
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• 'The Wild Robot': When to Watch the Oscar-Nominated Movie on Peacock

  23-01-2025 23:00
  
  Here's how to stream the DreamWorks animated flick.
  
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• Apple Says Several Car Makers Still Plan to Support Next-Generation CarPlay

  23-01-2025 22:25 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today confirmed that "several" car makers still plan to support next-generation CarPlay in future vehicle models. Apple said each car brand will share more details as they near the announcements of these vehicles, but it did not provide a timeframe. Apple previously said next-generation ‌CarPlay‌ would launch in 2024, but that did not happen.
  Apple's statement about next-generation ‌CarPlay‌:The next generation of CarPlay builds on years of success and insights gained f
  
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• Apple confirms CarPlay 2’s delay, but says work continues with ‘several’ automakers

  23-01-2025 22:24 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Three weeks into 2025, Apple has now updated its CarPlay website with one small, but noteworthy change: CarPlay 2 is no longer promised to arrive in 2024, thus confirming the delay.Apple, however, says its work on next generation CarPlay continues…more…
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: January 23, 2025 – The latest HomePad rumors, more

  23-01-2025 22:22 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 Ulysses: The ultimate writing app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Learn more and get started today for free.more…
  
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• Apple’s next-gen CarPlay webpage removes ‘arrive in 2024’ promise

  23-01-2025 22:11 via macdailynews.com
  
  The next generation of CarPlay deeply integrates with a car’s hardware, providing content for multiple screens within the vehicle.
  Apple’s website previously indicated that the first vehicle models with support for next-generation CarPlay would “arrive in 2024,” but this did not occur. More than three weeks into 2025, Apple has finally updated its website, removing the 2024 timeframe from the next-generation CarPlay section on its overall CarPlay webpage.
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Jan. 24, #1315

  23-01-2025 22:00
  
  Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,315 for Friday, Jan. 24.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 24, #327

  23-01-2025 22:00
  
  Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for the Jan. 24 Strands puzzle, No. 327.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 24, #593

  23-01-2025 22:00
  
  Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 593 for Friday, Jan. 24.
  
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• Apple Removes '2024' Timeframe From Next-Generation CarPlay Page

  23-01-2025 21:59 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple's website said the first vehicle models with support for next-generation CarPlay would "arrive in 2024," but that did not happen. A little more than three weeks into 2025, Apple has now updated its website in the U.S. to remove that 2024 timeframe from the next-generation ‌CarPlay‌ section of its overall CarPlay page.
  The fact that Apple did not remove the entire next-generation ‌CarPlay‌ section from the page suggests that the software might still launch at some point
  
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• Rumor Replay: iPhone 17 Air leaks, Apple’s spring products, and more

  23-01-2025 21:46 via 9to5mac.com
  
  This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: an iPhone 17 Air leak, Apple’s spring product details, iOS 19 redesigns, and more. Here are this week’s Apple rumors.more…
  
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• Apple now selling $69 Kensington Security Mount for redesigned M4 Mac mini

  23-01-2025 21:33 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Need to lock down your new ? Apple has added a new desktop accessory to its online store just for that purpose.more…
  
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• Everything Announced at Xbox Developer Direct Showcase

  23-01-2025 21:01
  
  Doom: The Dark Ages and the new Ninja Gaiden stole the show.
  
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• Aurora Borealis to Light Up the Northern US for the Next Few Nights

  23-01-2025 20:43
  
  The northern lights should continue well into the weekend and may even reach down into the middle parts of the US.
  
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• Why Are There So Many Aurora Borealis Displays These Days?

  23-01-2025 20:41
  
  The sun is at the peak of its 11-year cycle. That means an uptick in solar flares will lead to more chances to see the northern lights over the next couple of years.
  
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• iOS 18.3 notification summary changes, iPhone 17 design rumors, iOS 19 Camera app

  23-01-2025 20:40 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Benjamin and Chance give their thoughts on Apple’s attempts to placate the BBC’s complaints about notification summaries with iOS 18.3. Also, the rumored iPhone 17 Air design has a divisive camera bar on the back, and this week also saw an intriguing leak showing apparent design changes for the iOS 19 Camera app. And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance struggles to find new things to watch and — much to Benjamin’s delight — brings his own Apple TV app complaints to the
  
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• Apple Releases Beta Firmware Updates for AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4

  23-01-2025 20:23 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today released new beta firmware updates for both AirPods 4 models and the AirPods Pro 2 with both Lightning and USB-C charging cases. The firmware has a build number of 7E5067b, and it is only available to developers at the current time.
  It is not immediately clear what new features or changes are included in the new firmware, but we'll update this article should we find out. Non-developers will have 7B21 firmware on the ‌AirPods Pro‌ 2 and 7B20 firmware on the ‌AirPods 4&z
  
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• Walmart doubles down on its ’convenient’ alternatives to Apple Pay

  23-01-2025 20:18 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Over the last year, we’ve seen multiple long-term holdouts finally cave to the pressure and adopt Apple Pay. At this point, the largest holdout in the United States is Walmart, and the company today indicated that it has absolutely zero plans to change its stance.more…
  
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• AirPods Pro 2 just got new beta firmware from Apple

  23-01-2025 20:14 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple has just released a new beta firmware update for AirPods Pro 2, bringing revisions for developers ahead of an expected public launch.more…
  
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• President Trump blasts EU regulators for targeting Apple, other Big Tech firms

  23-01-2025 20:04 via macdailynews.com
  
  U.S. President Donald Trump makes a special address remotely to the 55th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Switzerland, January 23, 2025.
  U.S. President Donald Trump criticized European Union regulators for targeting Apple, Alphabet subsidiary Google, and Meta Platforms, labeling their actions against American firms as “a form of taxation.” The EU is known worldwide for its stringent, some say over-, regulation of tech giants, frequently taking aim at companies like
  
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• PlayStation 30th Anniversary Products Are Being Restocked: How to Order

  23-01-2025 20:03
  
  Nostalgic gamers, you know who you are. You can relive your childhood while gaming with this retro release, now restocked.
  
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• Trump blasts EU for targeting Apple and other US tech giants

  23-01-2025 20:01 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The EU is not exactly on the best of terms with several US tech giants, including Apple, and now the newly inaugurated President Trump is speaking up about it.more…
  
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• Doom The Dark Ages Launches May 15 With Mechs and Dragons

  23-01-2025 20:00
  
  Let's get ready to rip and tear some more.
  
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• Best Indoor Security Cameras for 2025: Our Top Pick Has AI Smarts

  23-01-2025 20:00
  
  Keep an eye on your home and pets when you're away with CNET's top picks of the best indoor security cameras, tested and approved by our experts.
  
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• Some Apple Watch Bands Contain Toxic 'Forever Chemicals' Per Lawsuit

  23-01-2025 19:57 via macrumors.com
  
  A class action lawsuit filed against Apple this week in a California federal court accuses the company of false advertising and violating various consumer laws, by failing to disclose that some Apple Watch bands contain toxic materials.
  Specifically, the complaint alleges that Apple misleads customers into thinking the Apple Watch has health and wellness benefits, and is safe to wear daily. The complaint cites a recent study that reportedly found some smartwatch bands contain "high levels" of so
  
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• Ninja Gaiden Returns With Ninja Gaiden 4 From the Makers of Bayonetta

  23-01-2025 19:51
  
  The "Year of the Ninja" is starting off with a bang.
  
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• The best and biggest Apple Watch is $60 off right now

  23-01-2025 19:50 via macworld.com
  
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  We love the Apple Watch Ultra 2, so we were rather happy to see it on sale for $739 at Amazon. That’s a $60 discount for one of the best-featured smartwatches around.At $739, this isn’t the best price we’ve seen for the Ultra 2, but then again, it’s only $20 away. Unless you want to wait a few months to get it at its all-time low of $719, now’s a good time to add it to your cart.In our review of the Apple Watch Ultra 2, we gave it a four-star rating, apprec
  
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• A New Episode of 'The Traitors' Comes Out Tonight. Here's the Release Time.

  23-01-2025 19:43
  
  The deception-filled reality competition streams on Peacock.
  
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• Britain signals it is prepared to go easier on Big Tech regulation

  23-01-2025 19:37 via macdailynews.com
  
  Britain’s appointment of a former Amazon executive to lead its antitrust regulator is seen as an invitation for investment, particularly from Big Tech, suggesting a more lenient approach to mergers and acquisitions if it could stimulate economic growth, according to company executives and legal experts.
  Paul Sandle, Kate Holton, and Andres Gonzalez for Reuters:‎Doug Gurr, former boss of the U.S. online retailer’s UK operation, was picked to chair the Competition and Markets Auth
  
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• Samsung Loves To Talk AI, but It's the Galaxy S25's Basics That Still Interest Me the Most

  23-01-2025 19:26
  
  Commentary: Samsung wouldn't stop talking about AI during its launch event, but the reasons you should consider the Galaxy S25 are likely the same as they ever were.
  
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• Apple reveals the two benefits of your iPhone’s new(ish) Thread radio

  23-01-2025 19:26 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple starting adding Thread radios to its devices in late 2023, but has said very little about it. iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max were the first to debut the new radio, but more iPhones, iPads, and Macs have followed suit. Now, a key Apple director has revealed why.more…
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Hands On: AI Everywhere, Plus a Bigger Screen

  23-01-2025 19:11
  
  Samsung's Galaxy S25 phones are all about AI. But the Ultra also gets a larger screen and a slightly refreshed look with smooth corners.
  
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• Should I Invest or Pay Off Debt First? Here's How to Decide

  23-01-2025 19:00
  
  The answer depends on your situation. We'll help you find your best strategy.
  
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• Red No. 3 Food Dye Has Been Banned, but What Foods Is It Currently In?

  23-01-2025 19:00
  
  The dye has been banned, but its removal from products will not happen immediately.
  
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• Europa League Soccer: Livestream Man United vs. Rangers From Anywhere

  23-01-2025 19:00
  
  It's a Battle-of-Britain clash at Old Trafford.
  
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• Amazon's New MacBook Air Sale Has Up to $250 Off M3 13-Inch and 15-Inch Models

  23-01-2025 18:44 via macrumors.com
  
  Big discounts have appeared today on Apple's M3 MacBook Air, with both Amazon and Best Buy offering up to $250 off 13-inch and 15-inch models. At Best Buy, these deals are available to all shoppers with the exception of two 15-inch models, which are only available to My Best Buy Plus/Total members.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Prices start at $899.
  
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• Assassin's Creed Shadows Hands-On: A Sneak(ing) Peek at Ninja Fights and Samurai Brawls

  23-01-2025 18:32
  
  We got to play the next Assassin's Creed game set in Japan with Ubisoft's new take on exploration -- as well as teases of the Animus system.
  
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• 8 Best Herbal Teas to Reduce Stress and Promote Sleep

  23-01-2025 18:25
  
  A hot cup of tea has many health benefits. If you’re feeling sick or stressed and unable to rest, these herbal teas can soothe you into a restful slumber.
  
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• Apple TV+ announces ‘Goldie,’ an all-new animated series for kids and families

  23-01-2025 18:17 via macdailynews.com
  
  All-new animated kids and family original series “Goldie” premieres globally on Friday, February 14, 2025 on Apple TV+.
  Apple TV+ this week announced the all-new animated kids and family original series “Goldie,” premiering globally on Friday, February 14th. Inspired by Emily Brundige’s award-winning 2019 short film of the same name, the 13 half-hour episodes follow Goldie, a giant girl with a big heart, as she sets off on epic adventures with her best friends in th
  
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• Apple’s wild new Miami store takes carbon neutral to new heights

  23-01-2025 18:08 via macworld.com
  
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  Anyone who follows Apple and its business decisions knows that the company is in a constant growth mindset. Apple has taken that mindset further with its new Miami Worldcenter store, which features a huge garden surrounding the store with “plants and flora inspired by the multicultural Latin American influence of Miami.” And to top off (literally) the store’s “biophilic design,” the roof also doubles as a garden.The Miami Worldcenter store is built using re
  
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• 'The Wild Robot': How to Watch the Oscar-Nominated Film From Anywhere

  23-01-2025 18:07
  
  Here's the streaming release date for the DreamWorks animated movie.
  
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• 'Star Trek: Section 31': How to Watch the Michelle Yeoh Sci-Fi Adventure

  23-01-2025 18:00
  
  The Oscar-winner reprises her Star Trek: Discovery role for this movie-length Starfleet espionage thriller on Paramount Plus.
  
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• Europa League Soccer: Livestream Hoffenheim vs. Tottenham From Anywhere

  23-01-2025 18:00
  
  Two sides looking to put poor domestic form behind them meet at the Rhein-Neckar-Arena.
  
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• Best Supplements to Reduce Cortisol: Can They Really Lower Your Stress?

  23-01-2025 18:00
  
  Some supplements claim to reduce cortisol and lower stress levels. Should you take them?
  
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• Reddit Group Moderators Block Links to X in Protest of Elon Musk Inauguration Salute

  23-01-2025 17:57
  
  Subreddits devoted to sports, videogaming and even geographic areas have opted to block links to Musk's social network.
  
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• How to Watch Today's Xbox Developer Direct Showcase Live

  23-01-2025 17:57
  
  Doom: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and more will be shown during the event.
  
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• Deals: iPhone 15 Pro $476 off, M4 iPad Pro $300 off, 4-pack Apple Pencil Tips $7, chargers, more

  23-01-2025 17:45 via 9to5mac.com
  
  While we are still tracking big-time price drops on just about every M3 MacBook Air configuration, today’s deals are headlined by a massive discount on premium renewed iPhone 15 Pro units at up to $476 off the launch prices as well as select M4 iPad Pro models at up to $300 off. From there we move over to the accessory space with the return of all-time lows on the Find My Twelve South wall charger as well as the official 4-pack of Apple Pencil Tips at just $7, Philips Hue gear, and one of
  
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