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• U.S. DOJ contacting app developers in Apple antitrust probe

  04-02-2020 20:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The U.S. Justice Department has reached out to app developers as part of its Apple antitrust probe, one of the four big tech companies (along with Google, Facebook, and Amazon) andbeing probed for alleged anti-competitive behavior, Reuters reports, citing “one of the developers and another person familiar with the investigation.”
  Screen Time provides management tools for customers to control how they spend their time interacting with their iOS devices.
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• Help! Tahoe nuked my Mac’s Time Machine backups

  12-02-2026 14:55 via macworld.com
  
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  For the past decade, my Apple Time Capsule has faithfully backed up my Mac. I’ve been through several upgrades over the past decade—my current machine is an M3 Max MacBook Pro—and I’ve never had an issue with my Time Capsule. It’s been one of the most reliable devices I’ve ever owned, and I’ve barely had to even think about it since I bought it in 2016.Until recently, that is. I don’t know the exact date, but I installed macOS Tahoe 26.2 s
  
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• Update now! iOS 26.3 contains dozens of critical security fixes

  12-02-2026 13:15 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  While most iPhone users rush to download the latest iOS update to check out all the new features, the latest one released this week doesn’t really have any. So it could be tempting to wait a few weeks. But there are a few dozen reasons not to do that.It’s common for nearly every iOS and iPadOS release to contain at least a few security updates. Apple works diligently to close every loophole and fix every flaw that could let a malicious actor get access to your device and dat
  
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• MacOS Tahoe nuked my Time Machine backups

  12-02-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
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  For the past decade, my Apple Time Capsule has faithfully backed up my Mac. I’ve been through several upgrades over the past decade—my current machine is an M3 Max MacBook Pro—and I’ve never had an issue with my Time Capsule. It’s been one of the most reliable devices I’ve ever owned, and I’ve barely had to even think about it since I bought it in 2016.Until recently, that is. I don’t know the exact date, but I installed macOS Tahoe 26.2 s
  
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• Reveal hidden macOS features and system tools in plain English with MacPilot for 59% off

  12-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: MacPilot lets you customize, optimize, and unlock hidden features — get lifetime access for $39.99 for a limited time.Your Mac has far more under the hood than most people ever use. Beneath the sleek interface are hundreds of powerful options that stay buried and untouched. MacPilot unlocks them — more than 1,200 advanced macOS controls you can adjust without opening Terminal or hunting through obscure menus. For a limited time, you can get lifetime access f
  
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• Mac users are ditching subscriptions for this one-time $30 Office deal

  12-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: Check out this lifetime Microsoft Office license for Mac — no subscriptions, no monthly payments, just the core apps for $29.97.Owning a Mac doesn’t mean you signed up for endless software bills. Still, many people keep paying every month just to write documents or put together slides. An increasing number of Mac users are opting for a quieter Office license that cuts out subscriptions entirely.Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac
  
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• Macworld Podcast: iPhone 17e, M5 MacBook Pros, and more coming soon

  12-02-2026 08:53 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple is expected to release several products over the next few weeks. What products could that be? We talk about them on this episode of the Macworld podcast. This is episode 970 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross,  and Roman Loyola. 
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• Apple just can’t get Siri working right

  11-02-2026 22:37 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple just can’t seem to get its new Siri off the ground. A new report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg says that testing of the big Siri overhaul due in iOS 26.4 (soon to enter beta, with a release planned for March) will instead be spread out over the rest of the year. At this point, it’s hard to have confidence that important planned features won’t be delayed further.Gurman’s sources tell him that testing has “run into snags in recent weeks” and that
  
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• macOS 26 Tahoe Guide: New features in the latest macOS 26.3 update

  11-02-2026 19:33 via macworld.com
  
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  Like its counterparts on the other Apple devices, in September 2026 macOS got a brand new look along with a new name. Because Apple is aligning the names of all the operating systems this year, the new version of macOS is called macOS 26 rather than macOS 16. It also takes the name Tahoe, inspired by the lake, beaches, and the ski resorts of that area of California. Along with a big redesign, macOS 26 brings new Continuity features to bring your iPad, iPhone, and Mac even closer to
  
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• iOS 26 Guide: New features in the latest iPhone update and what’s coming in iOS 26.4

  11-02-2026 19:26 via macworld.com
  
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  The latest version of the iPhone operating system is iOS 26.3 and everyone with a compatible iPhone can install it now. Read on to find out what’s new, what is still to come, and everything else you need to know about the latest iPhone update.If you are yet to install it, there is a lot to get excited about in iOS 26: not only does it bring the biggest design change we’ve seen since 2013, when iOS 7 dropped the skeuomorphic design in favor of flat icons, it also puts the pho
  
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• iOS 26.3 is here with a focus on switchers and stalking—check out what’s new

  11-02-2026 19:22 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple has just released iOS 26.3 to iPhones everywhere, and as expected, it’s a relatively small update. With iOS 26.4 already on the horizon, and rumored to introduce substantial changes, including a Gemini-powered Siri, this release is more about incremental improvements that set the stage for big upcoming changes.That said, iOS 26.3 still introduces a few notable additions, especially when it comes to device switching, privacy, and new capabilities for users in the EU. Read on
  
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• iOS 26.3 is out now, bringing easier Android switching and more

  11-02-2026 19:18 via macworld.com
  
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  Following the release of iOS 16.2 on Friday, December 12, the first beta release of iOS 26.3 was made available to developers a few days later, on December 15. We expect a final release to the public sometime in late January or early February. This is reportedly the last minor refresh before iOS 26.4 brings the revamped Siri upgrade we’ve waited over a year to get.Update February 11: iOS 26.3 has been released.
  iOS 26.3 release notesApple’s release notes only mention “
  
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• Apple Releases iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3

  11-02-2026 19:07 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3, the latest updates to the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 operating systems that came out in September. The new software comes almost two months after Apple released iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2.
  The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones and iPads over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.According to Apple's release notes, iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 include unspecified bug fixes and security updates, but there are a couple fea
  
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• Apple’s new 40W dynamic charger is under $30 for the first time

  11-02-2026 18:24 via macworld.com
  
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  You might have heard about Apple’s new dynamic charger that can deliver just the right amount of juice to your iPhone or Mac. You also might have heard that it’s pretty pricey at $39. Well, it just got its first discount, so if you’re curious about it, it’s a great time to buy one. The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W max power is down to a cool $27 at Amazon, the best price we’ve ever seen.We tested this power adapter a while back and were pleasant
  
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• Never Miss Your Doorbell While Wearing Headphones on iPhone

  11-02-2026 18:01 via macrumors.com
  Noise-canceling headphones are great for blocking out distractions, but they can also block out sounds you actually need to hear, like a courier at the front door with your all-important package. Well, thanks to an Apple accessibility feature, your iPhone can do the listening for you and alert you when your doorbell rings.
  Meet Sound Recognition, the feature in question that uses your iPhone's microphone to continuously monitor for specific sounds. When it detects one, you'll receive a notificat
  
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• ExpressVPN review: Fast, simple VPN with new tiered pricing

  11-02-2026 17:38 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a GlanceExpert's RatingProsSimple to use on all platformsBig focus on privacy and transparency105 countriesConsPricing changes offer tiered services at the cost of flexible contract lengthsOur VerdictExpressVPN is fast and simple to get to grips with, offering a great way to get around geoblocking at a reasonable price. While the Mac app is a little basic, that’s arguably part of its charm – you open it, click, and go, but you will miss out on additional features like anti
  
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• Samsung Smart Monitor M9 Hits Record Low Price on Amazon at $300 Off, Plus More Monitor Deals

  11-02-2026 17:20 via macrumors.com
  Samsung has introduced a few big discounts on its monitors, TVs, and more this week on Amazon, including the return of the all-time low price on the newest Smart Monitor. You can get the 32-inch Smart Monitor M9 for $1,299.99 on Amazon, down from $1,599.99.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.This model of the Smart Monitor launched last summer, and today's sale is a ma
  
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• Where Is AirTag 2's Missing Feature?

  11-02-2026 17:08 via macrumors.com
  Apple just introduced its second-generation AirTag, but one rumored feature failed to arrive with the new accessory.
  The second-generation ‌AirTag‌ features 50% farther Precision Finding, upgraded Bluetooth with increased range, a 50% louder speaker, and more.Back in August 2023, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that the second-generation ‌AirTag‌ would have better integration with Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset, as part of its spatial computing ecosystem.He did not p
  
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• iPad Deals Include $50 Off 11th Gen Tablet, Available From $299

  11-02-2026 16:48 via macrumors.com
  Amazon this week is taking $50 off Wi-Fi models of Apple's 11th generation iPad. Prices start at $299.00 for the 128GB Wi-Fi iPad, down from $349.00, which is a solid second-best price on this model.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Additionally, Amazon has the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad for $399.00 ($50 off) and the 512GB Wi-Fi iPad for $599.00 ($50 off). Free delivery estima
  
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• Apple Supplier's Plans Fall Through, Macs and iPads May Be Impacted

  11-02-2026 16:39 via macrumors.com
  On an earnings call on Tuesday, Japanese company Sharp announced that the planned sale of one of its LCD display factories to its majority owner Foxconn has fell through, according to Nikkei Asia. As a result, the report said Sharp plans to halt production at the facility in August, and this decision may temporarily impact Apple.
  If production ceases at Sharp's so-called "K2" factory in Kameyama, Japan, Taiwanese research firm TrendForce said that short-term supply of oxide LCD display panels fo
  
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• Forget the iPhone, Apple might be bringing under-screen Touch ID to the Mac

  11-02-2026 16:34 via macworld.com
  
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  It’s been rumored for years that Apple is researching ways to install biometric sensors under the iPhone’s screen, thereby saving itself the need to put Face ID sensors in the Dynamic Island or Touch ID fingerprint readers in one of the buttons. What very few people expected was for Apple to focus on developing such a feature for the Mac-but a newly granted patent offers an intriguing hint of precisely that.In U.S. patent 12,548,534, filed in January 2025 and granted this we
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: February 11, 2026 – Apple’s recent acquisitions

  11-02-2026 16:20 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 Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year.more…
  
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• Apple is officially working on a sequel to F1: The Movie

  11-02-2026 15:51 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has previously teased that it wants to make a sequel to F1: The Movie, but today the film’s producer officially confirmed that one is in the works.more…
  
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• Apple Acquires New Database App

  11-02-2026 15:44 via macrumors.com
  Apple acquired Canadian graph database company Kuzu last year, it has emerged.
  The acquisition, spotted by AppleInsider, was completed in October 2025 for an undisclosed sum. The company's website was subsequently taken down and its Github repository was archived, as is commonplace for Apple acquisitions.Kuzu was "an embedded graph database built for query speed, scalability, and easy of use." It offered Kuzu Explorer, a browser-based database that displayed datapoints as linked nodes. Apple had
  
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• Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and more agree to be graded on mental health impacts

  11-02-2026 15:36 via 9to5mac.com
  A number of major tech companies have agreed to submit to independent grading of the mental health impacts of using their apps. Platforms on board at the launch of the Safe Online Standards initiative include Discord, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, Roblox, and Twitch …more…
  
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• Apple Home App Stops Working for Some Users as Update Now Required

  11-02-2026 14:46 via macrumors.com
  In 2022, Apple introduced a new Apple Home architecture that is "more reliable and efficient," and support for the old architecture has now ended.
  As expected, the app is no longer working for some users.Users who did not update the app by the February 10 deadline now see this message: "You're running an older version of Apple Home that is no longer supported. Update now to continue using the Home app with your Apple devices and other accessories."
  "The members of your home will also need to upd
  
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• ChatGPT's Deep Research Mode Gets a Fullscreen Document Viewer

  11-02-2026 14:31 via macrumors.com
  OpenAI has updated its deep research feature in ChatGPT with a fullscreen document viewer that can be used to browse its AI-generated reports separately from the chat window.The built-in tool includes a table of contents in a left-hand column that can be used to jump to specific parts of the document, while a right-hand column can still be expanded to show a list of citations.
  The deep research mode has also picked up a couple of new options to help users focus research. From OpenAI's release no
  
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• Kuzu database company joins Apple’s list of recent acquisitions

  11-02-2026 14:26 via 9to5mac.com
  Earlier this month, Apple confirmed its blockbuster $2 billion acquisition of the mysterious AI startup Q.ai. In addition to that deal, Apple also recently acquired a database company called Kuzu. Here’s an in-depth list of recent acquisitions made by Apple.more…
  
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• Kuxiu X55 Turbo 25W Wireless Charging Station Review: A cheaper 25W Qi2.2 alternative

  11-02-2026 14:22 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsCompact 3-in-1 charger25W iPhone chargingApple Watch fast chargerCharge as stand or flatCheaper than X40 TurboConsSmall but bigger than X40 TurboOur VerdictThis more affordable variant of the metal X40 Turbo is rated at the same super-fast charging speeds for iPhone, AirPods and Watch. While maybe not as pocketable it’s just as portable, and the choice between the two Kuxiu chargers may just come down to color choice.Price When Reviewed
  This value will
  
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• ‘Dystopian’ Ring Search Party feature sparks public backlash [Video]

  11-02-2026 14:21 via 9to5mac.com
  Amazon apparently thought the world would respond with a collective “awww” when it announced an expansion of its Ring Search Party feature to help find lost dogs, promoted via a 30-second Super Bowl ad (below). Instead, it’s being widely panned as a dystopian move in the current climate.Since the company has recently rolled out a facial recognition capability for the Ring video doorbell, people drew the obvious and exceedingly short line between surveilling for dogs to surveill
  
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