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Only One Games Subscription Service Is Truly Kid-Friendly
Apple Arcade is presented as a safe haven for children's gaming due to its complete absence of ads and in-app purchases. The service is highlighted for its family-friendly titles, including new crossovers with the popular show Bluey, and its limited data tracking practices. This stands in contrast to platforms like Roblox and Fortnite, which have faced scrutiny for exploitative monetization and data collection practices.
Web infrastructure company Cloudflare says Claude Mythos reasoning 'looks like the work of a senior…
Cloudflare has analyzed Anthropic's Claude Mythos AI model, finding it to be a significant advancement in identifying and exploiting software vulnerabilities. While the model can chain low-severity bugs into severe exploits, Cloudflare suggests a more directed, multi-agent approach is more effective than a single agent reviewing large codebases. The company believes the focus should shift from rapid patching to architectural defenses that make exploitation harder, even when bugs exist.
Nex Playground preview & interview – a new kind of video game console
The Nex Playground, a motion-controlled gaming console, is set to launch in the UK after finding unexpected success in the US. The device, which functions similarly to the Xbox Kinect, offers a library of family-friendly games and utilizes AI for improved motion tracking. Nex CEO David Lee discusses the console's subscription model and its focus on the underserved market of young children.
The Apple Sports app expands to 90 new markets ahead of the World Cup
Apple is expanding its Apple Sports app to 90 new markets globally. This move is timed to coincide with the upcoming World Cup, aiming to attract fans of the major international soccer tournament.
Fortnite returns to the App Store everywhere except Australia
Fortnite has returned to the App Store globally, excluding Australia, following a dispute between Epic Games and Apple. Epic Games expressed confidence that regulatory scrutiny will force Apple to be more transparent about its fee structures. The legal battle continues in Australia, where Epic claims Apple is still enforcing unlawful developer terms despite a court ruling in Epic's favor.
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Apple has introduced a new accessibility feature for the Apple Vision Pro that allows users to control a wheelchair using only their eyes. This innovation leverages the headset's advanced eye-tracking technology to provide greater independence for users with mobility impairments.
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Fortnite has returned to iOS devices globally, excluding Australia, following a dispute over App Store fees. Epic Games is preparing for a legal battle with Apple regarding the company's commission policies.
After six years, Fortnite finally returns to Apple's App Store in most countries, but the legal battle continues
Fortnite has returned to the Apple App Store in most regions after a six-year absence, marking a new development in the ongoing legal dispute between Epic Games and Apple. Epic Games stated the return is due to confidence that regulators will address Apple's App Store fees, citing momentum from new laws in Japan, the EU, and the UK. The legal battle, which began after Epic bypassed Apple's payment system, continues with Epic aiming for a more open mobile app ecosystem.
Fortnite returns to iOS worldwide, excluding Australia, as Epic prepares for "final battle" over App Store fees
Fortnite has returned to the iOS App Store globally, excluding Australia, as Epic Games continues its legal battle against Apple's App Store fees. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney stated the relaunch is part of the "final battle" against Apple's alleged anticompetitive practices, with expectations that court rulings may force Apple to disclose its fee structure.
"We see this as the beginning of the end of the Apple Tax worldwide" - Fortnite returns to the App Store globally as Epic prepares for "the final battle"
Fortnite has returned to Apple's App Store globally, excluding Australia, as Epic Games continues its legal fight against Apple's commission fees. Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney views this as the beginning of the end for the 'Apple Tax' worldwide, citing Apple's recent Supreme Court filing. The company is committed to restoring competition in digital stores and payment markets.
Apple's new accessibility feature lets Vision Pro users control a wheelchair with their eyes
Apple is previewing new accessibility features for its Apple Vision Pro, including the ability for users to control a wheelchair using only their eyes. These updates are powered by Apple Intelligence and will also introduce natural language voice input.
Fortnite Is Back on the App Store Across the World
Fortnite has returned to the App Store globally, with Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney celebrating the move as the beginning of the end for Apple's "Apple Tax." This marks a significant shift in the availability of the popular game on Apple devices.
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Apple's upcoming Siri app is reportedly set to include auto-deleting chat options, similar to features found in messaging applications. This move suggests a focus on user privacy and ephemeral communication within the virtual assistant.
Luna Smart Ring Gen 2 Review – Does it run rings around the competition?
The Luna Ring Gen 2 offers a sleek and unobtrusive way to track health metrics like heart rate, HRV, and sleep patterns, providing insights into daily activity and circadian rhythm. While it excels at sleep tracking and offers a compelling subscription-free experience at £300, its integration with other fitness platforms like Garmin is limited, and its AI features, while potentially time-saving, may not appeal to all users.
Apple's new Siri app will reportedly offer auto-deleting chat options
Apple is reportedly developing a new Siri app that will include an auto-deleting chat option for conversations. Users will reportedly have the choice to retain chat history for 30 days, one year, or indefinitely.
Security researchers, aided by Anthropic's Mythos, claim to have breached macOS
Security researchers, reportedly assisted by Anthropic's Mythos, have claimed a breach of macOS. Apple is reportedly taking these claims seriously.
Apple reportedly testing Intel's 18A-P process to make iPhone and Mac chips
Apple is reportedly testing Intel's 18A-P manufacturing process for future iPhone and Mac chips. The initial production run will focus on older Apple Silicon systems.
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A report indicates that Intel is now manufacturing chips for Apple's iPhones. The article also touches on the broader topic of cell phone users and their data privacy.
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The original Doom soundtrack has been officially added to the Library of Congress, recognizing its cultural significance. Separately, Spotify is reportedly exploring integration with Apple's technology to enhance podcast support.
Spotify and its hosting platforms are adopting Apple's tech for video podcasts
Spotify is integrating Apple's HTTP Live Streaming technology to enable its hosted video podcasts to play on Apple Podcasts. This move aims to improve cross-platform compatibility for video podcast content.