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Apple decides undermining its own email privacy feature was a bad idea after all
Apple has decided to reverse its decision to undermine its own email privacy feature. The company acknowledged that compromising user privacy was a mistake.
Apple M5 Ultra vs M3 Ultra: What's changed?
This article provides a detailed comparison between Apple's M5 Ultra and M3 Ultra processors, outlining the key changes and advancements in their powerful new chip technology. It aims to inform readers about the differences and improvements offered by the latest hardware.
Apple M6 vs M5: How much faster is Apple's new 'everyday' Silicon?
Apple's new M6 chip, built on a 2nm process, shows respectable performance gains over the M5. However, users of the M5 are advised not to feel pressured to upgrade, suggesting the performance difference may not be substantial enough for immediate replacement.
Apple's M5 Ultra with an 80-core GPU will power through your AI models and 8K video
Apple has introduced new M5 Ultra chips for its Mac mini and Mac Studio computers, featuring an 80-core GPU designed to handle demanding AI models and 8K video processing. These chips represent the latest advancements in Apple's silicon technology for professional users.
Apple refreshes Mac mini and Mac Studio with new M6 and M5 Ultra chips
Apple has updated its Mac mini and Mac Studio desktop computers with new M6 and M5 Ultra chips. This refresh brings updated processing power to Apple's professional desktop offerings.
Analyst reckons the Epic Games Store can't "recover" in duel with Steam, Epic GM says "the data…
An analyst from Newzoo believes the Epic Games Store cannot compete with Steam due to Steam's established dominance and Epic's strategy of giving away free games. However, Epic Games' VP and GM, Martin Keely, stated that data shows significant growth in player hours and spending on third-party games on the Epic Games Store in 2025, with further acceleration expected.
Data: 96% of studios now run a direct-to-consumer web store or plan to
A survey by FastSpring and Omdia reveals that 96% of game studios either operate or plan to launch a direct-to-consumer (D2C) web store. Recent regulatory changes, particularly concerning Apple and Google, have increased developer confidence in D2C's future value, with many planning to increase investment and launch stores within the next year.
Why Fast Charging Never Agreed on a Standard: USB PD, PPS, SuperVOOC and the Rest
The fast charging landscape is fragmented with competing standards like USB PD, PPS, and proprietary solutions such as SuperVOOC, leading to consumer confusion. While USB PD with PPS is emerging as a near-universal standard for phones, tablets, and laptops, it doesn't always unlock peak speeds for devices using proprietary technologies. Factors like device internal silicon, cable quality, and charging habits significantly impact charging speed and battery longevity more than the specific protocol used.
The oldest iPhone model you can trade-in with Apple is older than you'd think
Even older Apple devices can still hold trade-in value towards a new phone purchase. The article suggests that many users may be unaware of the potential credit their unused older iPhones could provide.
Apple reportedly cut more than 200 jobs across Vision Pro and Siri software teams
Apple has reportedly laid off over 200 employees from its Vision Pro and Siri software teams. This move signals a strategic shift within the company towards developing next-generation AI technologies and smart glasses.
We have more details on Apple's camera-equipped AirPods and they are pretty dang weird
Apple's upcoming AirPods will feature cameras, enabling a feature called Visual Intelligence. Each earbud captures its own image, which are then synchronized for use in augmented reality applications.
Things I learned about the rumored HomePod display from macOS beta code
Code found within a macOS beta release suggests Apple is developing a HomePod smart speaker with a display. References to 'watch-like Faces' indicate potential new user interface elements for the device.
Apple has new in-app transaction commission rates for EU devs
Apple has introduced new commission rates for in-app transactions specifically for developers within the European Union. This change impacts how developers are charged for sales made through their applications in the EU region.
Report: Google Set to Move All Pixel Manufacturing Out of China by 2027
Google is reportedly planning to move all Pixel phone, watch, and earbud manufacturing out of China by 2027, shifting production to Vietnam and India. This move is facilitated by Google's lack of a domestic market in China and its ability to leverage existing supply chains built by companies like Samsung in Vietnam. The company also aims to increase Pixel shipments by 8-10% this year, using the devices as a distribution channel for its AI capabilities.
Leaked macOS Video Appears to Reveal Apple’s Camera-Equipped AirPods
A demo video found in a macOS beta release candidate appears to reveal Apple's unannounced camera-equipped AirPods. The footage shows a user asking Siri to save an image, suggesting integration with AI features for visual information processing. The design is described as thicker than AirPods Pro 3, with longer stems to house cameras, though privacy implications and the presence of LED indicators remain unconfirmed.
Three Epic veterans are building an AI-powered game engine to break the industry's doom cycle
Industry veterans Arjan Brussee, Sjoerd De Jong, and Michal Valient have founded Immens, a new company aiming to develop an AI-powered game engine to challenge established players like Unity and Unreal Engine. The engine will focus on extensibility and flexibility, allowing developers to customize workflows and integrate AI tools to streamline development and reduce costs. The team believes this approach is necessary to break the current cycle of increasingly expensive game development and foster more creativity and risk-taking in the industry.
Apple's macOS Tahoe preview may have leaked a ton of unreleased products
A release candidate for Apple's macOS Tahoe has reportedly leaked numerous codenames for unreleased products. This leak suggests a significant number of new devices are in development by the company.
Apple appears to have leaked its camera-equipped AirPods
Apple may have inadvertently leaked its upcoming camera-equipped AirPods through a video embedded in macOS Tahoe 26.7. This suggests a new iteration of the popular audio accessory is in development.
Report: Samsung’s Next Foldable Could Go Wider Than the Galaxy Z Fold 8
A report suggests Samsung's next foldable, potentially the Galaxy Z Fold 9, will feature a wider aspect ratio optimized for video viewing, moving away from the current 4:3 ratio of the Galaxy Z Fold 8. Samsung is reportedly developing five foldable devices for 2027, including successors to the Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Flip 8, and a refreshed Galaxy Z TriFold. This change aims to address the letterboxing issue experienced when watching widescreen content on the main foldable display.
Apple is forced to stop favoring its own apps in personal data collection prompts
A German competition authority has ruled that Apple's data collection prompts unfairly favor its own applications over third-party alternatives. This ruling indicates a potential shift in how Apple implements privacy features on its devices.