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Apple's Private Relay feature could reveal your IP address to websites and services
Security researchers have identified a vulnerability in Apple's WebKit browser engine that could expose user IP addresses through the Private Relay feature. This issue potentially compromises the privacy protections offered by the service.
Researchers: Apple’s iCloud+ Private Relay Can Still Expose Your Real IP [PSA]
Researchers Talal Haj Bakry and Tommy Mysk have detailed flaws in Apple's iCloud+ Private Relay feature, which can allow websites to expose a user's real IP address. The vulnerabilities lie within WebKit, the browser engine used by Safari and other browsers on iOS. The researchers chose to disclose these issues publicly due to past negative experiences with Apple's handling of similar reports.
Analyst: iPhone 18 Pro May Open at $1,399 as Memory Costs Bite
Analyst Jeff Pu forecasts that the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro will launch at a starting price of $1,399, a significant increase from the current iPhone 17 Pro's $1,099. This price hike is attributed to rising memory costs, exacerbated by an AI-driven shortage, which is also impacting gaming hardware like the Xbox Series X and Steam Machine. Samsung's recent Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra also saw a $100 price increase due to similar component cost pressures.
It won't fix the RAM crisis, but CXMT is poised to bring back mass-market DRAM production and gaming laptop brands…
ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) is increasing its global DRAM market share and is reportedly being used by laptop manufacturers like HP, Asus, and Acer to alleviate RAM shortages. While CXMT's current focus is on the Chinese market and standard laptops, its growth presents a potential challenge to established players like Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron, who are prioritizing HBM production.
Apple tells court 11 additional former staff may be tied to OpenAI trade-secret leak
Apple has informed a court that 11 additional former employees may be involved in the alleged leaking of trade secrets to OpenAI, expanding the case beyond the two engineers initially accused. The company is seeking an injunction to halt OpenAI's development of products suspected to be built on Apple's proprietary technology and is pushing for expedited discovery.
Evening Reading - August 4, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers various gaming news, including earnings reports from companies like Snapchat, SpaceX, and AMD. It also touches on updates for games such as Dead by Daylight, Marvel Rivals, and Destiny, alongside mentions of indie titles like Ugoku Sushi Bar and the Fire Emblem franchise. The article also highlights industry figures and business developments.
Games Inbox: Will single-player video games go extinct?
This article discusses the current sales trends of single-player games, with readers expressing concern over their perceived decline in popularity compared to multiplayer titles. The piece also touches on the future of VR gaming, the potential for reboots of classic games like Elite, and the rising costs of GPUs and consoles.
Telegram CEO says 'takedown extortionist' was responsible for the app being briefly delisted by Apple
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov claims that a 'takedown extortionist' was responsible for the app being briefly removed from the Apple App Store. Durov stated this incident highlights a potential systemic risk for platforms that host user-generated content.
Telegram CEO explains App Store ban and warns other platforms about CSAM moderation exploit
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov explained the platform's brief removal from the App Store, attributing it to a user exploiting AI and message editing to bypass moderation with illegal content. He warned other platforms about similar exploits targeting CSAM moderation. Telegram was restored to the App Store within hours.
Apple caps bug bounty program due to deluge of AI submissions
Apple has placed a cap on its bug bounty program due to an overwhelming number of submissions related to artificial intelligence. This influx has led the company to limit the scope and rewards for AI-focused security vulnerabilities.
Morning Mobilization
Apple plans to enable iPhone to Windows copy and paste functionality within the European Union following a request from Microsoft. Additionally, Apple's MacBook Neo is reportedly impacting the adoption of Windows and Chromebooks in educational institutions.
Morning Legal Briefs
Apple is pursuing a preliminary injunction against OpenAI in a trade secrets case. Separately, Apple has issued a new challenge against a UK order that would grant access to private user data.
Apple claims that even more ex-employees may have given trade secrets to OpenAI
Apple is seeking expedited discovery in its lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that former Apple employees may have shared trade secrets with the AI company. The tech giant is pursuing legal action over potential intellectual property theft.
OpenAI calls Apple preliminary injunction 'careless, aggressive & oddly personal'
OpenAI has publicly criticized Apple's preliminary injunction filing, calling it 'careless, aggressive, and oddly personal.' The dispute centers on allegations that two former Apple employees who joined OpenAI improperly shared trade secrets. OpenAI denies these claims, stating that evidence is lacking and that Apple's system access management is at fault.
OpenAI calls out Apple's 'careless, aggressive and oddly personal lawsuit' in latest blog post
OpenAI has publicly responded to Apple's lawsuit, calling it "careless, aggressive and oddly personal" and arguing it is based on false information. OpenAI claims Apple lawyers mixed up names and incorrectly stated they spoke with OpenAI's General Counsel. The company also defended former Apple employees Chang Liu and Tang Tan, who are now working for OpenAI, stating they have not used any confidential information from Apple.
Apple briefly removed Telegram from the App Store after reports of CSAM
Apple briefly removed the Telegram messaging app from its App Store following reports of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) being distributed on the platform. Telegram stated that it has had anti-CSAM procedures in place since 2018 and publishes daily transparency reports.
OpenAI says Apple 'is getting this wrong' after trade secret lawsuit
OpenAI has responded to Apple's lawsuit alleging trade secret theft. Apple sued OpenAI and two former employees, claiming they stole proprietary information. OpenAI has published its official response to these allegations.
Apple is working on a seamless copy-paste experience between iPhones and Windows PCs
Apple is developing a feature that will allow seamless copy-pasting between iPhones and Windows PCs. The availability of this functionality outside of the European Union remains uncertain.
Apple briefly removed Telegram from the App Store after reports of CSAM
Apple briefly removed Telegram Messenger from the App Store due to reported violations of guidelines prohibiting child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Telegram stated it removed the offending content and banned the user, adhering to its zero-tolerance policy. The messaging platform has blocked over 337,000 CSAM-related channels in 2026.
Using your phone while it’s plugged in won’t destroy the battery — here’s why
Using a smartphone while it is plugged in does not inherently damage the battery due to a technology called bypass charging. This feature reroutes power to run the device directly, pausing battery recharging and mitigating heat buildup, which is the primary cause of battery degradation. While bypass charging is common in many Android phones, Apple iPhones do not currently support it.
