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• iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 bring multiple critical security fixes; here’s the full list [U]

  03-11-2025 23:59 via 9to5mac.com
  Update: Apple has also published the full security update release notes for macOS Tahoe 26.1, tvOS 26.1, visionOS 26.1, and watchOS 26.1.Apple has published the full release notes for the security updates included in iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1. If you were looking for a reason to update, here are about 50 of them.more…
  
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• Apple Delays Home App Update Requirement Until February 2026

  03-11-2025 23:52 via macrumors.com
  Apple plans to end support for the previous version of Apple Home on February 10, 2026, according to an updated support document published today. Apple previously said that the older architecture would no longer be supported as of fall 2025, but customers now have a few more months to update.
  Users will need to transition to the new HomeKit architecture by next February to avoid interruptions with accessories and automations.The underlying ‌HomeKit‌ architecture was revamped in March 2
  
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• iOS 26 superguide: All the features in the latest iPhone update, and what’s to come

  03-11-2025 23:28 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldiOS 26: Summary
  Apple has switched its iOS naming convention to match its primary release year. This means the new version of iOS is iOS 26, despite its September 15, 2025 release date.The latest version is iOS 26.1 which includes some interface refinements and options.All iPhones released since 2019 will be able to install iOS 26, including iPhone 11, iPhone SE (2nd gen) and later.Apple is continuing to work on development of iOS 26. The iOS 26.2 beta should begin soon.With its new &lsq
  
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• iOS 26.1 is out now with multiple interface refinements and quality-of-life upgrades

  03-11-2025 23:06 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  With the new iPhone 17 models in customers’ hands and iOS 26 finding its way to hundreds of millions of iPhones, it’s time to move on to the first major update to Apple’s iPhones: iOS 26.1.Apple released the first beta to developers on Monday, September 22, and the final version was released to all users on November 3.Updated November 3: iOS 26.1 has been officially released for all users.iOS 26.1: Release notesApple’s release notes for this update are as follows
  
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• Apple is expecting a record-breaking Christmas shopping season

  03-11-2025 23:01 via macdailynews.com
  Apple is set to kick off its 50th year with what’s expected to be a nearly $140 billion quarter. Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman discusses with Caroline Hyde on “Bloomberg Tech.”
  Apple’s executives are projecting a stellar holiday quarter, fueled by robust demand for its flagship iPhone 17 lineup and expanding services ecosystem.
  Apple’s Christmas shopping season playbook emphasizes experiential retail events and targeted promotions, positioning the company to ca
  
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• These 7 new features make iOS 26.1 a must-have instant iPhone update

  03-11-2025 22:41 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Just over a month after the official release of iOS 26 to the public, Apple is now rolling out iOS 26.1, the first major update to Apple’s new iPhone OS. While the 26.1 update isn’t a huge one, it does bring some important new settings and interface tweaks.From an option to adjust the intensity of Liquid Glass to new gestures on the Lock Screen and the Music app, read on as we dig into everything new in iOS 26.1 and why you should rush to update your iPhone or iPad right now
  
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• iOS 26.1: Here are Apple’s official release notes

  03-11-2025 22:35 via 9to5mac.com
  As we reported earlier today, iOS 26.1 is now available to iPhone users everywhere. The update brings changes to Liquid Glass, updates to the Music app, and more. Here are Apple’s full release notes for the update.
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• Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26.1, here’s everything new

  03-11-2025 22:21 via 9to5mac.com
  Alongside the usual bug fixes and performance improvements, macOS Tahoe 26.1 is rolling out right now. Here’s what’s new.more…
  
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• watchOS 26.1, tvOS 26.1, more available now, here’s what’s new

  03-11-2025 22:16 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has just released a new lineup of software updates across all major platforms: watchOS 26.1, tvOS 26.1, and more are now available. Here’s what’s new.more…
  
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• Apple releases iOS 26.1 for iPhone with these changes

  03-11-2025 22:12 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has officially released iOS 26.1 to all iPhone users. Here’s what changes are available to the iPhone in iOS 26.1.more…
  
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• Apple Releases iOS 26.1 With Liquid Glass Toggle, Slide to Stop Alarm, New Apple Intelligence Languages and More

  03-11-2025 22:11 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released iOS 26.1, the first major update to the iOS 26 operating system that came out in September, iOS 26.1 comes over a month after iOS 26 launched. ‌‌iOS 26‌‌.1 is compatible with the ‌iPhone‌ 11 series and later, as well as the second-generation ‌‌iPhone‌‌ SE.
  The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.iOS 26.1 adds a toggle to increase the opacity of
  
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• Apple Releases iPadOS 26.1 With Slide Over Multitasking

  03-11-2025 22:10 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released iPadOS 26.1, the first major update to the iPadOS 26 operating system released in September. iPadOS 26.1 comes six weeks after ‌iPadOS 26‌.
  The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPads over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.iPadOS 26.1 reintroduces Slide Over, a multitasking feature that was removed with the multitasking overhaul in ‌iPadOS 26‌.Slide Over works alongside the window-based multitasking functionality in &
  
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• Apple releases iPadOS 26.1, here’s everything new

  03-11-2025 22:10 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has released iPadOS 26.1, the latest noteworthy software update for iPad. Here’s everything new.more…
  
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• Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.1 With New Liquid Glass Setting and More

  03-11-2025 22:09 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released macOS Tahoe 26.1, the first major update to the macOS Tahoe operating system that came out in September. macOS Tahoe 26.1 comes 49 days after Apple first released macOS Tahoe.
  Mac users can download the macOS Tahoe update by using the Software Update section of System Settings.macOS Tahoe 26.1 adds a toggle that allows you to select a Tinted mode for Liquid Glass, adding additional opacity. There are also improvements to AirPlay and FaceTime, with Apple's full release notes
  
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• Apple Releases visionOS 26.1 With Vision Pro App for iPad

  03-11-2025 22:08 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released visionOS 26.1, the first big update to the visionOS 26 operating system that came out in September.
  visionOS 26.1 adds a Vision Pro app for the iPad, allowing users to discover Vision Pro content and spatial experiences. The app also now supports AirPlay for viewing experiences from the Vision Pro on both iPhone and ‌iPad‌.Apple's release notes for the update are below.
  This release includes improvements and bug fixes, including the expansion of the Apple Vision Pr
  
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• Apple Releases tvOS 26.1

  03-11-2025 22:07 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released tvOS 26.1, an update to the tvOS 26 operating system that came out in September. tvOS 26.1 is available on the Apple TV 4K and the ‌Apple TV‌ HD models, but Liquid Glass is only available on the second-generation ‌Apple TV‌ 4K or later.
  tvOS 26 can be downloaded using the Settings app on the ‌‌‌Apple TV‌‌‌. Open up Settings and go to System > Software Update to get the new software. ‌‌‌Apple TV‌‌&z
  
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• Apple Releases watchOS 26.1 With Bug Fixes

  03-11-2025 22:06 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released watchOS 26.1, an update to the watchOS 26 operating system that came out in September. watchOS 26.1 comes a month and a half after Apple launched ‌watchOS 26‌.
  watchOS 26.1 can be downloaded for free on an iPhone running iOS 26.1 by opening up the Apple Watch app and going to General > Software Update, or initiating an update in the Settings app on the watch. To install the new software, the Apple Watch needs to have at least 50 percent battery and it needs to b
  
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• Apple Releases HomePod Software 26.1 With Performance Improvements

  03-11-2025 22:05 via macrumors.com
  Alongside iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS Tahoe 26.1, Apple has released new HomePod 26.1 software for the ‌HomePod‌ and the HomePod mini. The updates come almost seven weeks after Apple released the ‌HomePod‌ 26 software.
  According to Apple's release notes, ‌HomePod‌ Software 26.1 includes performance and stability improvements.‌‌HomePod‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ software is installed automatically on the ‌‌‌‌&zw
  
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• Next year will reportedly be a big year for Apple Intelligence (again)

  03-11-2025 21:50 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  It’s been over a year since Apple Intelligence arrived, and now we’ve gone nearly a year without any major enhancements. But according to a new report, 2025 2026 will be the year of Apple Intelligence!Mark Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter doesn’t break any major news on the AI front, but it does have some interesting tidbits about Apple’s roadmap for the next year. It all starts in the spring, with the OS 26.4 updates. When iOS 26.4, macOS 26.4, tvOS 26.
  
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• Apple does launch new products in November, here’s when it happened last

  03-11-2025 21:39 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has long been expected to launch a new Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini 2, and AirTag 2 before the year ends. But it’s somewhat rare for the company to unveil new products in November or later. Here’s when it happened last.more…
  
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• WhatsApp for Mac now lets you customize chat themes

  03-11-2025 21:38 via 9to5mac.com
  With the update rolling out today, Mac users will have 38 color options to customize their WhatsApp chats, like on the iPhone version. Here’s how it works.more…
  
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• Apple’s new Siri will quietly use Google’s Gemini in the background

  03-11-2025 21:33 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s Siri icon
  According to Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman, Apple has finalized its strategy for the revamped Siri, set to debut as early as iOS 26.4 next spring. The upgraded assistant will rely heavily on a custom version of Google’s Gemini models, running securely on Apple’s Private Cloud Compute servers to process and fulfill user requests.
  Mark Gurman for Bloomberg News:‎Apple is betting heavily on the new Siri, which will lean on Google’s Gemini model and
  
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• Apple’s new original podcast tells an ‘unbelievable true story’

  03-11-2025 20:50 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has announced “Adrift”, an eight-part original podcast premiering on Apple Podcasts on November 10. Here’s what to expect.more…
  
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• MagSafe Monday: Anker Zolo Wireless Charger delivers Qi2-certified 15W MagSafe charging for iPhone

  03-11-2025 20:40 via 9to5mac.com
  MagSafe charging docks are great for desks or nightstands, but sometimes a simple cable or pad is all you want to travel with. The new Anker Zolo Wireless Charger takes that idea and gives it a boost with Qi2 support for 15W fast charging. It’s compact, affordable, and built for people who want MagSafe charging for low cost.more…
  
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• Three More Apple Apps Just Got Liquid Glass Updates

  03-11-2025 20:39 via macrumors.com
  Apple today updated three more of its apps for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe, introducing new Liquid Glass-compatible icons for GarageBand, Photomator, and Pixelmator Pro across its platforms.
  GarageBand for iPhone and iPad has an overhauled icon featuring a realistic-looking guitar instead of the silhouetted neon guitar icon that Apple previously used. Apple uses this same icon for the Mac, but curiously, the GarageBand for Mac app hasn't been updated yet.We first saw the new GarageBand ic
  
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• Apple TV’s Pluribus is ‘riveting,’ ‘dazzling piece of entertainment’ per critic

  03-11-2025 20:26 via 9to5mac.com
  Pluribus is a new TV show from Breaking Bad’s creator that premieres later this week on Apple TV. And a roundup of recent previews of the show, including one from a noteworthy critic, make it sound very much like a can’t-miss series.more…
  
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• Apple launches new web-based App Store

  03-11-2025 20:09 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s new web-based App Store
  Apple today unveiled a web-based App Store at apps.apple.com, enabling users to browse, search, and discover apps across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro — all from any browser.
  The site features platform-specific dropdowns, the familiar Today tab with curated app and game recommendations, category browsing, and Apple Arcade highlights.
  A comprehensive search bar lets you find specific apps, while individual app pages deliver optimized
  
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• Review: Asus ProArt Display 6K – a ridiculously good value at $1300 [Video]

  03-11-2025 20:08 via 9to5mac.com
  Asus has been on a roll of sorts with new display releases over the past few years, and it’s showing no sign of slowing down progress. One of the latest, and genuinely most exciting new releases is the $1300 Asus ProArt 6K Display, which offers an outstanding value for Mac users looking for something greater than 4K or 5K.The $1300 Asus ProArt Display 6K PA32QCV features a native resolution of 6016 x 3384 within the confines of a 32-inch panel. For those keeping score at home, that’s
  
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• Apple unveils new Apple TV title card and it’s very different

  03-11-2025 20:02 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  About three weeks ago, we got word that Apple was changing the name of its Apple TV+ streaming service to Apple TV. However, the announcement was followed by inconsistent implementation; for example, the app in recent xOS 26 releases was renamed Apple TV, but Apple TV+ references are still present within the service. And Apple still airs commercials that say Apple TV+.On Tuesday, Apple made another announcement about Apple TV. On X, the company posted a new title card, the branding you
  
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• Apple TV debuts trailer for Apple Original podcast ‘Adrift’

  03-11-2025 19:59 via macdailynews.com
  Apple TV announces the new Apple Original podcast, “Adrift,” will premiere on November 10, 2025. “Adrift” tells the incredible true story of the Robertson family’s dream voyage that turned into a fight for survival in the Pacific Ocean.
  Today, Apple TV announced “Adrift,” a new Apple Original podcast that shares the incredible true story of the Robertsons, a young British family who sold everything they owned to sail around the world. When disaster strik
  
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• Apple TV’s new intro has three different versions, plus more tidbits

  03-11-2025 19:51 via 9to5mac.com
  Today Apple unveiled its new intro video for Apple TV content, with music created by Finneas. In an interview with Finneas at Variety, more details have emerged about the video, including the creative process, and the three different versions debuting.more…
  
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• Apple Launches App Store for the Web

  03-11-2025 19:29 via macrumors.com
  Apple launched a new App Store on the web today, allowing users to browse through and search for apps across all of its platforms.
  The updated apps.apple.com site provides a drop down for each platform, and it includes the Today section with app and game recommendations, categories, and Apple Arcade titles.
  There is a search interface for looking up a specific app, and clicking on "View" on any app in the store provides screenshots and information optimized for a web view. The design mirrors the
  
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• Apple launches rich new web interface for the App Store

  03-11-2025 19:28 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has launched a dramatic new web interface for the App Store. You can now get the full App Store experience right in your browser, with dedicated pages for the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision, Watch, and TV app libraries.
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• Apple TV+ to Apple TV Rebrand Now Official, Here's the New Intro

  03-11-2025 19:19 via macrumors.com
  Apple's planned Apple TV+ rebrand is official as of today, with Apple updating the ‌Apple TV‌+ page on its website to read just "‌Apple TV‌." Apple also shared a short YouTube video announcing the rebrand, featuring a rainbow-colored, animated ‌Apple TV‌ logo and a sound composed by Finneas. "This is just the beginning," reads the title of the video.
  On Instagram, Finneas shared the same video, and said that he was honored to create the sound.
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• Apple just updated these apps for iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe

  03-11-2025 19:15 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has updated GarageBand for iOS 26. The updated version includes the new app icon that was previously spotted on Apple’s website. Apple also updated Pixelmator Pro and Photomator for macOS Tahoe, breaking the previous icons out of squircle jail.more…
  
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• Apple shares vibrant new Apple TV intro with music by FINNEAS

  03-11-2025 19:07 via 9to5mac.com
  “This is just the beginning,” says Apple about what appears to be its new Apple TV intro. Presumably, this will be what plays in the beginning of Apple TV movies and TV shows going forward.more…
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: November 3, 2025 – New Siri rumors, more

  03-11-2025 18:42 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 Backblaze: Never lose a file again. Use code “9to5daily” at checkout for 20% off or try for free. more…
  
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• Best MacBook for students: Tried and tested for school, college & uni

  03-11-2025 18:33 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Thinking of buying a Mac or MacBook for school, college or university? Here, in our best Mac for students guide, Macworld’s experts take a look at Apple’s current line-up and evaluate which Mac is best for students. We compare the MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro for college and examine whether a desktop Mac might actually be a better choice. And we’ll recommend which Mac to choose based on your needs as a student and the course you are taking.
  Choosing the best Mac for coll
  
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• Apple’s iPhone is four-times more likely to be stolen than an Android phone

  03-11-2025 18:23 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro in Deep Blue
  Even smartphone thieves don’t want Android phones. An iPhone is four-times more likely to be stolen than an Android phone, but Apple could well have the solution, one already inside your iPhone.
  Zak Doffman for Forbes:‎If you own an iPhone, it’s four-times more likely to be stolen than an Android. The police say “up to three quarters of stolen phones are moved abroad, with 28% ending up in China or Hong Kong.” Put simply, if it
  
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• Deals: Apple Watch SE 3 best price, Ultra 3 $99 off, iPad mini 7 $100 off, Satechi Find My gear from $18, more

  03-11-2025 17:45 via 9to5mac.com
  Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are now ready to roll. Best Buy has transitioned into its official early Black Friday sale now and we have more than a few Apple deals that should be on your radar. Alongside all-time low pricing on Apple Watch Ultra 3 models at $99 off the list prices, the new Apple Watch SE 3 with the always-on display has now hit its best price ever starting at $200 shipped. We also have several M4 Mac mini configs at up to $110 off joined by $100 off all iPad mini 7 m
  
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• You can get a 15-inch MacBook Air with 24GB of RAM for a whopping $575 off today

  03-11-2025 17:34 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  If you don’t want to spend more than $2,000 on a 16-inch MacBook Pro but still want a big-screen laptop, the 15-inch MacBook Air is a great option. And if you don’t need the latest and greatest chip, you can save big on this older model today at Amazon: This decked-out 15-inch MacBook Air M3 with 24GB of RAM and 512GB of storage is on sale for just $1,125 today, a whopping $575 off the original MSRP and the best price we’ve ever seen.There’s absolutely nothing no
  
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• MacBook Air vs Pro compared: Which Apple laptop is best for you?

  03-11-2025 17:33 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldVerdict:The MacBook Air is the more affordable option, suitable for everyday tasks, while the MacBook Pro offers superior performance and features, making it ideal for more demanding users.
  Apple’s most popular Mac laptop is the MacBook Air, which offers a great combination of features for the typical user, but there is another MacBook to consider is you are looking for the best MacBook – the more powerful MacBook Pro.
  In this article, we aim to help those who want to buy an
  
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• M4 Pro vs. M5 MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide

  03-11-2025 17:15 via macrumors.com
  Apple sells two 14-inch MacBook Pro models at $1,599 and $1,999, but recently refreshed the lower-cost model with a new chip, so which should you choose?
  At face value, the M5 ‌MacBook Pro‌ is an entry-level model for users who need a machine that is more powerful and versatile than the MacBook Air. The M4 Pro ‌MacBook Pro‌ is a more powerful, high-end model; it comes with better multi-core performance, higher memory bandwidth, and larger quantities of memory, but loses two h
  
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• CarPlay’s days are numbered as much of the auto industry goes to war against Apple

  03-11-2025 16:46 via macdailynews.com
  Apple CarPlay
  Apple’s CarPlay gives you the ability to safely use what you love about your iPhone while you drive, but it’s not long for this world, according to Patrick George.
  Patrick George for The Atlantic:‎Last month, General Motors CEO Mary Barra announced that new cars made by the auto giant won’t support CarPlay and its counterpart, Android Auto…Because GM’s software isn’t tied to a phone like CarPlay is, access to the full suite of software requi
  
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• Security Bite: LinkedIn is now using your humble posts and achievements to train AI models, how to opt out

  03-11-2025 16:36 via 9to5mac.com
  9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally autom
  
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• iOS 27 will have ‘major updates’ to Apple Intelligence, per report

  03-11-2025 16:36 via 9to5mac.com
  iOS 26 launched to all users earlier this fall, but development is already well underway on the next major OS version. Now, a new report says iOS 27 has “major updates” coming for Apple Intelligence.more…
  
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• Best MacBook Air deals and discounts right now

  03-11-2025 16:24 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  If you want to buy a MacBook Air for less you’ve come to the right place. We can help you find the best deals on a MacBook Air. We know what to look for when making the choice and our Best Prices Comparison looks at all the stores that sell Apple Macs so we can find the best prices right now.Whether it’s the latest MacBook Air M4, or an older MacBook Air model that you want to find on sale, we share the best prices you can get the MacBook Air for. Just watch out for the
  
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• Apple sees sustained strong demand for iPhone 17 base model

  03-11-2025 16:12 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s iPhone 17
  Apple’s iPhone 17 features the new Center Stage front camera that takes selfies to the next level; a powerful 48MP Fusion Main camera with an optical-quality 2x Telephoto; and a new 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide camera that captures expansive scenes and macro photography in more detail. The 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion is bigger and brighter, enabling supersmooth scrolling, immersive gaming, and improved efficiency. And with the new Ceramic Shield 2, th
  
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• Why the HomePod Touch could succeed where the original speaker failed

  03-11-2025 16:07 via 9to5mac.com
  My colleague Ryan last week expressed concern that Apple’s upcoming HomePod Touch device might be making the same mistake as the original speaker.
  But while I do suspect it may be something of a slow burn, I think the device will eventually achieve a much larger market even at the same price …
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• M5 Macs: Here are the new Mac models reportedly coming next

  03-11-2025 15:57 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple’s first M5 Mac, the 14-inch MacBook Pro, debuted last month. But several more M5 Macs are in the works, and a new report outlines which models to expect next in the coming year.more…
  
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