All of today’s best discounts are now up for grabs courtesy of our friends at 9to5Toys. Leading the way is a new all-time low on Apple’s latest 512GB M2 Mac mini at $109 off. You can also take one of Apple’s most recent portable releases for a spin with an all-time low on the 10.9-inch iPad in four fun colors at $399. Not to mention, official Apple Watch bands starting at $19. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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T-Mobile has been on a roll with its partnerships this year. Following up on becoming the official mobile carrier for Vail Mountain Resorts and AAA, the Un-carrier has announced that it has renewed its MLB partnership in a new six-year deal. The news means T-Mobile customers will get to enjoy free MLB.TV through 2028, 5G coverage expansion at MLB stadiums, and more.

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A new report has detailed the depreciation across Apple, Samsung, and Google’s flagship smartphones. Like in the past, the current iPhone lineup retained the most value with Samsung’s new S23 lineup averaging 40% lower resale prices and Google Pixel 7 devices 48% weaker than the iPhone 14 average prices. Follow along for all the details including which iPhone, Samsung, and Pixel models retained the most value and more.

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Apple remains one of the top-spending companies when it comes to TikTok ads, despite growing controversy about whether the app is a threat to US national security.

A separate report today reveals that the Chinese government engaged in an organized social media campaign to mock US concerns about the app, accusing Congress of technical illiteracy, hypocrisy, and xenophobia …

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Not long after Apple successfully blocked a UK antitrust action against the company, a German antitrust regulator has declared that the iPhone maker is a legitimate target for special measures designed to prevent abuse of market dominance.

The regulator found that Apple was a company “of paramount significance for competition across markets,” which means that it can be subjected to stricter controls on anticompetitive behavior …

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Members of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party – which is focusing on a wide range of US concerns about China’s activities and plans – will be meeting with a number of leading tech execs, including Apple CEO Tim Cook.

The meeting between Cook and the 10-member bipartisan delegation is set to take place on Friday, likely at Apple Park …

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Earlier this week, the Apple Weather app went offline for hours. And even after Apple said the problem had been fixed, users have been complaining that the app is taking too long to show updated information. Now it seems that multiple Apple services like iCloud and iMessage are experiencing slowdowns and outages.

Update: Apple confirmed the outage and said that the issues have now been fixed. You can read the original article below.

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In March, watchGPT arrived to seamlessly access OpenAI’s smarts on Apple Watch. Shortly after, it was renamed to “Petey” as Apple cracked down on apps using GPT in their names. Now the top requested feature has arrived – Petey for iPhone with features like Live Activities, Siri Shortcuts support, and more.

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Apple officially announced WWDC 2023 last week, including an in-person special event at Apple Park. Over the last week, developers and students have been able to enter a lottery for a chance to attend in person. Apple is now informing those lucky enough to be chosen to visit Apple Park on June 5…

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Apple is expected to unveil iOS 17 in June at WWDC 2023, along with other new software. While we don’t know many details about what to expect for iOS 17, a recent report suggested that the update will include a bunch of “nice to have” features. Now another report claims that the Control Center will be redesigned for the first time in years.

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Do you like the sound of a mechanical keyboard but don’t necessarily want to use one? Or maybe you’d prefer to use one but can’t when you’re traveling with your MacBook? A polished new app called Klack brings satisfying and realistic sound effects to your Mac.

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After numerous delays, the Apple’s Reality Pro headset is reportedly set for an official unveil at WWDC in June, alongside new software platforms and developer tools. In a new investor note today, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says Apple’s announcement “is the last hope” for the AR/VR headset market.

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The hit game Alto’s Adventure saw a remaster/expansion launch on Apple Arcade last year – “The Spirit of the Mountain” which came with a new soundtrack. Now the music from the latest Alto game has arrived on Apple Music, Spotify, and more so you can enjoy the vibes anytime.

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