It was revealed this weekend that Chinese hackers managed to access systems run by three of the largest internet service providers (ISPs) in the US.
What’s notable about the attack is that it compromised security backdoors deliberately created to allow for wiretaps by US law enforcement …
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Macworld enjoys its more provocative pieces, the latest of which takes issue not just with the Camera Control button on the iPhone 16, but with the Action button before it.
Those particular views aside, it goes on to argue that a fixed(ish) annual iPhone update cycle forces Apple to launch new phones before it really has enough to offer …
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All of the best Apple Prime Day deals are now going live for Amazon massive fall event. From the latest MacBooks and iPads to AirPods and Apple Pencil models to accessorize your tablet experience, the Apple Prime Day deals are now ready to go. We are slo seeing solid deals on the latest Apple Watch Series 10 and Ultra 2 as well as a host of other accessories for your brand new iPhone 16, previous-generation models, and more. Alongside deals on some of the best MagSafe and Find My gear, the fall Prime deals are also reaching outside of the Apple space to the HomeKit smart home arena, loads of in-house Amazon tech, e-bikes, power stations, and a whole lot more. Head below for a closer look at the best 2024 Apple Prime Day deals now live for Amazon’s fall savings event.
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Kuxiu is back with a fresh addition to its lineup, the new X36 Pro Max Magnetic Charging iPad Stand, building on the popularity of its previous X33 stand. , they’ve kept the features that made the X33 a hit—like magnetic attachment and adjustable angles—and added a few upgrades to make it even better for iPad desk setups. Let’s review the new X36 stand
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Apple has announced that its next annual Swift Student Challenge will open for submissions in February 2025. You can sign up today to be notified when applications open.
As usual, Apple will select 350 winners, and the top 50 of them will be invited to participate in WWDC in Cupertino in the summer …
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After kicking off a pilot program in July, H-E-B has announced that it will roll out support for tap-to-pay platforms like Apple Pay to all of its locations. H-E-B operates over 300 locations across Texas, making it one of the largest grocery store chains in the state.
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One of the new features of iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia is iPhone Mirroring – but using this with a personal iPhone on a work Mac currently creates a privacy risk for employees, and a legal risk for businesses.
The problem, as cybersecurity company Sevco discovered, is that apps on the iPhone get treated as Mac apps, and that means their presence is included in corporate IT audits …
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Last month Apple introduced the latest iPhone 16 Pro and Apple Watch Series 10 models together, and they had one key upgrade in common: larger displays. I’ve been using the new, larger iPhone 16 Pro and 46mm Apple Watch Series 10 for nearly three weeks now. Here’s what my experience with the screen size changes has been.
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Today Apple has updated its lists of vintage and obsolete products with new additions. The latest vintage products are select MacBook and iPad models, while key iPods and a beloved iPhone model are now considered ‘obsolete.’
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Just a few hours ago, I wrote about H-E-B finally caving to the pressure and rolling out Apple Pay to all of its locations. As it turns out, H-E-B isn’t alone in this change. According to multiple 9to5Mac readers and reports across social media, Home Depot has also recently started rolling out Apple Pay support.
Update October 9, 2024: Home Depot spokesperson Beth Marlowe confirmed this news in a statement to 9to5Mac:
“We have begun rolling out contactless as a payment option in our U.S. stores. We anticipate the rollout will be completed to most of our stores and registers later this year.”
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