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AverMedia GC553Pro review: Not a great Mac streaming option

The AverMedia GC553Pro tries to be a streamer's ideal video capture device, but it's not a viable option for Mac users wanting to stream on Twitch.

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AverMedia GC553Pro Review: Installed and in use

Live streaming is a thriving industry that offers the potential for additional income, a fan base, a community, and a connection to the world. All through the power of video games, music, crafts, and slice-of-life content to anyone, using basic equipment and a high-speed internet connection.

The pandemic years in 2020-2021 saw platforms like Twitch and YouTube burst with countless new accounts. Burgeoning streamers took to live streaming to pass the hours in lockdown and isolation away from public spaces, with the number of active accounts on both platforms growing exponentially.


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iCloud Passwords autofill now available in Firefox for Windows

Apple's iCloud Passwords for Windows app now officially supports the Firefox web browser, making it possible for PC users to access and autofill credentials straight from Mozilla's web browser.

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Apple has updated its iCloud for Windows app with support for Firefox.

Apple Passwords debuted in iOS 18 as a destination for iCloud Keychain items that were previously only available via a Settings app section. It has spread to other operating systems in some form to ensure universal access to logins, passkeys, and other credentials.

On Wednesday, Firefox for Windows became the latest browser to support in-app iCloud password management, thanks to an update to Apple's iCloud Passwords extension. As noted by 9to5mac, the same functionality has been available for the Mac version of Firefox since December 2024, and it's also offered for Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge on Windows.


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OpenAI & Jony Ive's io Products merger is done

OpenAI has completed its acquisition of io Products, the AI hardware design firm led by former Apple designer Jony Ive.

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Jony Ive & Sam Altman | Image Credit: OpenAI

In May, Sam Altman and Jony Ive released a video announcing the upcoming partnership between Ive's AI startup, "io" and Altman's OpenAI. While the video was eventually removed when Ive's company name was challenged, the deal still continued, to the tune of

Now, on July 9, the Sam & Jony page on OpenAI has been updated to reflect the new partnership. It reads:


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Faster, more comfortable Apple Vision Pro rumored to arrive in 2025

The first upgrade to the Apple Vision Pro is still expected to arrive in 2025, with performance and comfort changes expected for the headset.

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Apple Vision Pro

The Apple Vision Pro made a splash at launch, but hasn't really made as much of an impact as initially expected. While Apple may be a long way away from a full second-generation update, a tweaked version of what's already available could be on the way soon.

According to Bloomberg on Wednesday, Apple's first upgrade to the Apple Vision Pro is expected, potentially as soon as late 2025.


Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely


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Apple approves 'SaruTobi' game for iOS with cryptocurrency in-app purchases

Apple has approved SaruTobi's return to the App Store, featuring integrated Bitcoin Lightning payments for in-game extras.

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Apple approves crypto game

SaruTobi, developed by Christian Moss and published by MandelDuck, is now available on the App Store with ZBD-powered Lightning Network payments. Players can spend small amounts of Bitcoin to buy power-ups or retries, while also earning tiny rewards known as "sats" through gameplay.

ZBD describes the new version as the first fully native Lightning integration in an iOS game. Players can complete Bitcoin transactions entirely within the app.


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Prime Day MacBook Air deals deliver prices as low as $599

Apple's MacBook Air M1 is $599 at Walmart, while Amazon, B&H, and Woot offer deals on the improved M2, M3, and M4 models.

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Grab Prime Day deals on Apple's MacBook Air - Image credit: Apple

The $599 M1 deal at Walmart is one of the lowest prices seen for any MacBook Air. This makes it especially appealing for students and budget-conscious shoppers.

The entry-level Apple Silicon model remains popular. It's favored for its slim fanless design, all-day battery life, and reliable 8-core CPU and 7-core GPU performance for everyday tasks.


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Samsung 32-inch smart monitors fall to as low as $299 for Prime Day

Mac users looking for an affordable monitor can pick up Samsung's 32-inch smart displays for as low as $299.99 with Prime Day deals.

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Save up to 43% on Samsung monitors for Mac - Image credit: Samsung

The cheapest deal can be found on Samsung's M7 32-inch monitor, which is on sale for $299.99 at Amazon during day 2 of Prime Day. The 25% price drop is valid for a limited time only and units are in stock and ready to ship directly from Amazon.

Buy M7 for $299.99


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Apple TV+ sets September premiere for season four of 'The Morning Show'

Apple TV+ will debut the fourth season of its Emmy-winning drama "The Morning Show" on September 17, 2025, promising viewers a new chapter filled with newsroom intrigue, big-name cast additions and timely questions about truth in a polarized world.

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The Morning Show

Apple confirmed the release date and a new teaser for the upcoming season. The 10-episode season will premiere globally with a weekly release schedule. The schedule will continue through November 19.

Returning stars include Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, who also serve as executive producers. And, the cast is loaded with other Hollywood stars.


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Unsurprisingly, iPhone 17 rumored to come in four colors including blue

In a less than earthshaking leak, a new report claims that the expected slimline iPhone 17 Air will be issued in four different colors — just like so many iPhone ranges before it.

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The claimed four colors of the iPhone 17 Air — image credit; Majin Bu

Unless you're hanging on to an alpine green 2022 iPhone 13 Pro, having a colorful iPhone means having bought on of the regular models. Where the iPhone and iPhone Plus ranges get all the colors, the Pro ones rarely do.

So as the expected iPhone 17 Air is predicted to replace the iPhone 16 Pro at the lower end of the lineup, it is not shocking to hear that it will come in various colors. But leaker Majin Bu claims to know what those colors are, and has now shown an image purporting to be them.


Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely


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Battle of the leakers: iPhone 17 Air may get binned A19 Pro chip, it may not

The iPhone 17 Air may use an A19 Pro chip when it is launched, as leakers continue to issue conflicting rumors about what Apple will use this time around.

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Renders of what the iPhone 17 Air could look like

Apple's current chip strategy for the iPhone lineup is to include a Pro version of a chip in its Pro models, and a lesser-powered non-Pro variant in its standard versions. For the iPhone 17 Air, it may go down a different path.

According to serial leaker Fixed Focus Digital in a Weibo post, the iPhone 17 will be the only model to have the A19 chip. It will also be the model with the least memory at 8GB.


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Apple wants to update boxed Macs in store like it does for iPhone

Apple is laying the groundwork to let stores update macOS on sealed Macs wirelessly before sale, mirroring a system it already uses for iPhones.

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Apple is increasingly going wireless

With macOS 26, codenamed Tahoe, Apple's latest beta includes signs of work on a retail system for updating Macs in their boxes. The system would resemble Apple's "Presto" technology, which enables Apple Stores to update iPhones still sealed in their retail packaging.

That approach ensures devices are on the latest iOS version before they reach buyers. It reduces headaches such as forced day-one updates.


Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely


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Amazon's Prime Day M4 iMac sale drops price to $1,149

Apple's new M4 iMac is available for $1,149 on Amazon for Prime Day, offering a colorful all-in-one desktop with powerful Apple Silicon performance for less.

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Apple iMac

Apple's 2024 iMac with the M4 chip delivers an upgraded all-in-one experience perfect for home offices, creative work, and everyday tasks. Now discounted from $1,299 to $1,149 during Prime Day 2025, it combines sleek design with a vivid 24-inch 4.5K Retina display that supports over a billion colors.

Save $150 on Amazon


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FTC 'Click to Cancel' rule that was annoying some services cancelled by the courts

The Federal Trade Commission's so-called "Click to Cancel" rule that would have required single-click subscription cancellation everywhere like it is on the App Store now has been killed off, after a U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling.

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App subscriptions in the App Store are reasonably simple to cancel

The rule, which would force companies to make it clear and simple for users to cancel subscriptions and services, would've made lives easier for consumers across the United States. However, the ruling by the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals effectively leaves the rule ineffectual.

While the rule was finalized in October 2024, the implementation of the rule was delayed until July 14. However, that is no longer a possibility following the ruling.


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Ikea's new Matter-over-Thread smart home gear will work with HomeKit

Ikea is making big changes to its smart home lineup, introducing 20 new devices supporting Matter-over-Thread that will work with HomeKit without needing an intermediary hub.

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Ikea's Dirigera smart home hub

Homeowners wanting smart home devices have often turned to Ikea for their connected floor lamps and speakers. However, while useful, most of the hardware requires intermediary devices like the Dirigera hub to work with Apple HomeKit.

The furniture producer intends to go big on smart home tech, and to also simplify connectivity at the same time. Speaking to The Verge, Ikea's David Granath said that Ikea is going to be adding considerably to its smart home lineup.


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Returning Steve Jobs took over Apple 28 years ago

In July of 1997, five months after Apple bought NeXT and brought him back into the fold, Steve Jobs became Apple's de facto interim CEO, kicking off the most successful comeback by an executive in the history of American business.

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Steve Jobs (left) and his predecessor, Gil Amelio

The departure and return of Steve Jobs from Apple is as central to Apple history as just about anything else. It's been pored over in numerous books, two different feature films, more than one documentary, and rather more than a few articles.

Both his exit and his coming back got ugly at times, too, but things happening the way they did helped make the many subsequent Apple triumphs possible.


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Apple Account Card expected to hit seven more countries

The Apple Account Card may be spreading to more countries than first thought, with another seven countries in Europe earmarked for the financial feature.

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Apple Account Card in Apple Wallet

The Apple Account Card in Apple Wallet is a facility where users can deposit funds that can be spent on Apple Services and products. While it is available in the United States and a few other countries, it seems like the feature will be expanding into more countries in the future.

According to backend changes spotted by MacRumors, the Apple Account Card will be coming to more regions in Europe:


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Apple wants to screen real F1 races after its film's success

Apple TV+ is reportedly looking to expand its sports coverage with a bid for the rights to F1 motor racing, specifically following the success of its Brad Pitt movie.

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Brad Pitt in "F1"

If you thought Apple's constant promotion of F1 would end after the film leaves theaters and starts streaming, you might be wrong. According to the Financial Times, Apple is in talks to acquire the US rights to screen F1, once the organizers' current broadcast contract ends in 2026.

Apple tends to try buying worldwide rights to programming, but that doesn't appear to be possible this time. At present, Disney-owned EPSN has the US rights, and it's that contract which is due to expire.


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Beats headphones & earbuds on sale with Prime Day savings up to 53% off

Shoppers can save up to 53% on Beats headphones and earbuds with Amazon's current Prime Day deals, offering big discounts on popular wireless models.

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Prime Day deals have slashed Beats by up to $180.

Amazon is featuring a wide range of Beats products at steep discounts during Prime Day, making it a strong opportunity for buyers looking to upgrade their listening experience without paying full price. These limited-time deals include on-ear, over-ear, and true wireless options, with savings of up to half off the regular list price.

Save up to 53% on Beats


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How to stop accidentally making audio recordings in Messages

Audio recordings are a convenient feature in iMessage that can potentially lead to embarrassing message misfires. Here's how to take control of audio recordings in the app.

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Messages has the capability to record audio you don't want to send to anyone.

Messages is a great app for short text messages and iMessages. It also has a built-in dictation feature in the keyboard, or you can hit the microphone icon in the message composing field for those who want to speak a message and send it out.

It even works with RCS messaging for better communication across platforms.


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Eero 7 Max mesh router review: The best kind of Wi-Fi overkill

The Eero Max 7 can easily blanket your home with extremely high-speed mesh Wi-Fi 7 and provide routing duties for a 10-gigabit wired network, but at this price, you should wait for sales before going nuts.

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Eero Max 7 review: High spec Wi-Fi, possibly overkill

Home Wi-Fi is a lesser thought-about area of computing. People care more about whether their ISP-supplied router can cover enough of their home to do a good job than fixing it by buying more Wi-Fi access points.

Those who do go for the do-it-yourself approach also care more about coverage than capability. This is fine for small households with more modest bandwidth needs, but for larger families and power users, other factors become important and make the Wi-Fi upgrade more expensive.


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Apple reportedly developing an AI assistant for its Support app

The Apple Support app could soon gain a ChatGPT-style AI assistant, which could be powered by Apple Intelligenceor third-party AI, as a new report claims there's evidence of the feature in Apple code.

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The Apple Support app could soon gain an AI-powered assistant.

As its name implies, the Apple Support application is designed to assist customers. It displays the company's official store hours, details regarding accessibility at the location, and the specialty services offered, among other things.

The official Support app from Apple has received multiple updates over the years, and it looks like it's set to gain yet another feature. According to MacRumors, the iPhone maker has plans to debut a new "Support Assistant" powered by generative AI.


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Apple's design team leadership in flux once again with Jeff Williams retirement

The legendary Apple design team hasn't had much luck holding onto leadership since Jony Ive left, and with COO Jeff Williams retiring, the leadership role will shift to CEO Tim Cook.

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Tim Cook can't wait to see what he'll do with Apple design. Image source: Apple

Those keeping score at home will know that Apple CEO Tim Cook is an excellent industry supply chain strategist that launched Apple into what it is today. Cook isn't exactly known for his merits in industrial or software design, if he has any to claim.

However, it doesn't matter because by the end of 2025, the design team at Apple will be reporting directly to Tim Cook. The COO Jeff Williams, who is currently overseeing the design team, will be retiring later in 2025.


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Apple COO Jeff Williams retiring later in 2025, replaced by SVP Sabih Khan

Jeff Williams has been Apple's Chief Operating Officer since 2010, but he's begun his retirement process and will be passing the reins to Sabih Khan.

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Apple COO transition between Jeff Williams and Sabih Khan. Image source: Apple

Rumors have been swirling about the potential replacement plan for Apple's executives, namely the CEO, and one of the names that always cropped up was COO Jeff Williams. He's been considered basically identical to Apple CEO Tim Cook in terms of goals and leadership style, though with Tuesday's news, it seems he's no longer in the running.

According to a press release from Apple, COO Jeff Williams will step down and transition his role to Sabih Khan later in July. He will remain with Apple and report directly to Apple CEO Tim Cook while overseeing the design team until his retirement later in the year.


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AirPods Max drop to record low $399 with Amazon Prime Day deal

Apple's AirPods Max blend luxury sound, pro-level noise cancellation, and stunning design — all now at a discounted price of $399 for Prime members while supplies last.

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Save $150 on AirPods Max during Prime Day sale - Image credit: Apple

Save $150: Get AirPods Max for $399 with Amazon's Prime Day deal.

AirPods Max over-ear wireless headphones offer one of the most immersive listening experiences you can buy. They feature Apple's dynamic drivers, advanced noise cancellation, and personalized spatial audio.


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Best Amazon Prime Day deals on Thunderbolt docks & storage enclosures for Mac

Apple users looking to expand their workspace can save time and hassle with these top-rated Thunderbolt docks and USB-C drive enclosures currently available on Amazon.

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Prime Day deals slash prices on Thunderbolt docks.

Modern MacBooks and desktops often have limited ports, making a good dock or hub essential for connecting monitors, storage, and accessories. High-capacity enclosures add easy access to large libraries of photos, videos, or backups without complicated setups.

These Amazon picks range from budget-friendly hubs to advanced multi-bay storage. They are appealing to students, creative pros, and anyone needing a cleaner, more connected desk.


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Mac shipments growth outpaces PC market in face of tariff trouble

Apple's Mac shipments are continuing to grow faster than the rest of the PC market, a report claims, as retailers prepare for an influx of tariff costs.

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M4 Mac mini

In a report from IDC on Tuesday, global PC shipments in the second quarter of 2025 grew 6.5 percent year-over-year. The growth means there was a total volume of 68.4 million shipments globally in the quarter.

However, while most major PC companies saw some improvement, Apple seemingly gained the most. The figures for the top five PC vendors in terms of worldwide PC shipments puts Apple in fourth place with 6.2 million shipments in Q2 2025. This gives it a 9.1% market share.


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You can use sous vide to help iPhone repairs, but please don't

It turns out that you can unglue an iPhone using sous vide to start screen repairs. While interesting, repairing an iPhone using a water bath is fraught with peril.

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An iPhone in a sous vide bath - Image credit: u/Ziztur/Reddit

Repairing an iPhone means having to tackle Apple's famous use of adhesives. Apple is known for being extremely... generous... when applying glue to its products to hold components together and keep water out.

It turns out that you can use a very hot water bath to soften that adhesive, assuming you take proper protections and are a little bit lucky.


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Third tvOS 26 developer beta arrives one day late

Apple has seeded the third tvOS 26 developer beta, with the new build arriving one day after the rest of the 26-generation operating systems.

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An Apple TV set-top box

Apple tends to bunch together its operating system build releases, both for the final public versions and while they are still being tested. For the "26" generation being tested out, tvOS 26 has lagged behind the rest of the pack.

Apple seeded the third developer betas of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, watchOS 26, and visionOS 26 on July 7, with tvOS 26 being the only absent build. That was corrected on July 8, with the issuing of the third developer beta build of tvOS 26.


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Doorbuster deals live: up to 65% off this Prime Day -- and Bluetti's 1kWh star steals the show

The Bluetti Elite 100 V2 has arrived as an excellent portable power station for summertime outdoor activities or short-term home backup, and it's 50% off during Prime Day.

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Bluetti Elite 100 V2. Image source: Bluetti

If you're familiar with the Bluetti AC180, its successor is here with optimized power in a more grab-and-go design. With the similar 1,024Wh capacity as the AC180, the Elite 100 V2 is 35% smaller in volume and 30% lighter at just 25 pounds.

This cooler-sized cube has four AC outlets, a 100W USB-C port, two USB-A ports, a car socket, a new 140W USB-C port, and two DC5521 ports. It packs a lot of versatility into a tiny package that's still capable of 1,800W of AC output.


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Amazon's iPad Prime Day sale drops prices to as low as $279 & saves you up to $300

Apple's new iPad 11 is just $279 on Amazon for Prime Day, making it the easiest way to get a modern, all-screen Apple tablet for less.

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iPad Prime Day deals start at just $279 - Image credit: Amazon

The 11-inch iPad that was released in 2025 delivers a crisp Retina display, A16 Bionic chip, Apple Pencil (USB-C) support, and all-day battery life — perfect for students, families, and everyday use. It's now available for $279, marked down from typical pricing around $299 to $349.

Buy an iPad from $279


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Future Apple Pencil could write on iPhone, MacBook Pro, or even Apple Watch

New research from Apple shows it is considering an Apple Pencil that does not require a touch-sensitive iPad screen, and instead can write or draw using any surface.

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Detail from the patent showing one Apple Pencil using light and another using a trackball-like device — image credit: Apple

Apple applies for many hundreds of patents every year, but even when one is granted, it's no guarantee we'll ever see the technology used in a product. But it is often a sign that Apple is pursuing a particular idea, such as how it's previously investigated adding Apple Pencil support to the iPhone.

Now a newly-granted patent called "Input device with optical sensors," proposes a system that would let a future Apple Pencil be used on — or above — any surface at all. It's about moving all of the sensors into the Apple Pencil, rather than relying on it interacting with ones in an iPad.


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Details on AirPods with cameras revealed by new research

Newly-revealed Apple research details just how AirPods could have cameras added to them — and exactly what benefits that would bring.

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It could be a complicated saucepan instead of AirPods, but this detail from the patent shows it's got cameras — image credit: Apple

Back in June 2024, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claimed that infra-red cameras would come to AirPods, specifically to help enhance Spatial Audio in the Apple Vision Pro. He then doubled down on this a year later, saying that camera-equipped AirPods will be launched in 2026.

Now a newly-granted patent called "Wavelength mixing for optical systems," proves that Apple has at least been investigating the idea. As ever with a patent, it seeks to describe technology without particularly giving examples of its practical use, but for once, it gives a little list of devices such cameras could be fitted to.


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'Play-Doh World,' 'Worms Across Worlds,' and more land on Apple Arcade in August

Four new games are heading to Apple Arcade in August, including a new tower-defense title, a turn-based strategy title, an open-ended creativity game for kids, and a new take on a classic Japanese board game.

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New games coming to Apple Arcade in August

Just as it did in July, Apple has announced that it will be bringing a few new games to its pay-once, play-all-you-want service. This time, the four games are set to go live on August 7.


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Brilliant: How the smart home company navigated a tumultuous bankruptcy

It's been a bumpy road, but smart home control panel company Brilliant is back and ready to usher the smart home forward with a freshly updated product line and a new go-to-market strategy. Here's how they survived bankrupcy.

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Brilliant's portfolio of Apple Home-compatible products

Brilliant has been on the scene for nearly a decade after being established in 2016. It was led by CEO and co-founder Aaron Emigh.

The design of its hardware is simple. Its panel would replace your in-wall switch with a far more capable alternative. This wall-mounted screen could control all your smart home accessories, show you who was at your door, and could adjust music playback.


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Atomic macOS Stealer malware is now more dangerous

The Atomic macOS Stealer malware has a new backdoor persistent installation feature, making it even more of a security risk for Mac users.

Atomic Stealer infects macOS via illegitimate software, and now it has a backdoor
Atomic Stealer infects macOS via illegitimate software, and now it has a backdoor

Atomic macOS Stealer, also known as AMOS, has been around since 2023, and was immediately a hit for cyber criminals wanting to steal data from infected Macs. While it was popular enough amongst bad actors to warrant the creation of a new variant in 2024, its 2025 update is a potential nightmare for victims.

According to MacPaw cybersecurity division Moonlock, a version of AMOS has been found with a major update, adding an embedded backdoor for the first time.


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Live Prime Day deals: Best Apple Watch, iPad, AirPods, Mac discounts up to 53% off

Prime Day 2025 is here and Apple deals are plentiful, with the year's lowest prices on AirPods, iPads, Apple Watch, and more.

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Apple Prime Day deals are live on popular products - Image credit: Apple

Save up to 53%: Amazon's Prime Day sale delivers up to $405 off Apple products.


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iPhone 17e rumored to launch in Spring 2026, iPhone 18e in 2027

A new report repeats previous rumors that Apple will launch an iPhone 17e in early 2026, but also makes the dubious claim that the company will limit production to protect flagship sales.

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The current iPhone 16e

Even before the iPhone 16e shipped in February 2025, there were already rumors of an iPhone 17e following exactly a year later. Then in April 2025, it was claimed that an iPhone 17e might be in testing ahead of its 2026 launch.

Now The Elec claims that Apple will definitely launch an iPhone 17e in Spring 2026. But it also claims that the company will intentionally constrain supplies for fear of cannibalizing sales of other models.


Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible


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What Apple products will get hit the hardest by Trump's new tariff orders

President Donald Trump has started to dictate new tariff rates for countries without a U.S. trade deal, with the Apple Watch, Mac Pro, and Mac Studio all poised to get hit by extra import charges on August 1.

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Tim Cook [left], President Donald Trump [right]

In April, President Donald Trump introduced a 90-day pause on tariffs, so that his administration could work out new trade deals with countries around the world. While that original pause was originally due to end on July 8, Trump is preparing to instigate new tariff rates for countries that failed to make a deal.

Letters published to social mediaon Monday by the President now outline new tariffs that will be applied to select countries, with each sent to their respective leaders. The letters follow the same format, explaining that there will be new tariffs applied to each country from August 1.


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New sky blue color rumored to arrive with iPhone 17 Air

The iPhone 17 Air is rumored to come in a light blue color option as a choice that could play upon the name of the ultra-thin model.

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A render of what the iPhone 17 Air could look like, in light blue - Image credit: AppleInsider

Each generation of iPhone brings with it a new color option that underlines the collection for that year. For Apple's inbound iPhone 17 models, that color could be a sky blue.

According to serial leaker Fixed Focus Digital on Weibo, Blue will be the "most likely" main color for the iPhone 17 Air. The leaker adds that it will be a very light blue, allegedly different from other blue shades it has previously used.


Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible


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Apple A19, C2, M5 chip identifiers all leaked in early iOS 18 code

Several unreleased Apple Silicon chips recently surfaced in an internal build of iOS 18, including A19, M5, and C2, according to exclusive information provided to AppleInsider.

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An early build of iOS 18 revealed Apple's next-gen chip identifiers. Image Credit: Aaron (researcher) / YouTube printscreen

On July 3, AppleInsider exclusively shared a list of device identifiers that correspond to more than a dozen unreleased Mac configurations, many of which are set to feature variants of Apple's soon-to-be-announced M5 chip. Following our report, we were made aware of an internal build of iOS 18 with references to multiple unannounced Apple Silicon chips for a variety of hardware platforms.

The operating system, which bears the build number 22A91871y, is a NonUI variant of iOS 18. As such, it lacks the standard consumer-oriented iOS user interface, instead featuring only rudimentary applications designed primarily for hardware testing.


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iPad mini 7 with A17 chip and Apple Intelligence is $120 off for Prime Day

Apple's tiniest tablet just got a big discount for Prime Day, with the iPad mini 7 starting at $379.

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Save $120 on iPad mini for Prime Day - Image credit: Apple

It's Prime Day again, with a host of deals on all your favorite Apple gear. In fact, we've spotted a great deal on Apple's iPad mini 7, and prices have fallen as low as $379.

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Prime Day deals: AirPods 4 plunge to $89, AirPods Pro 2 hit record low $149

Amazon has sweetened its AirPods Prime Day deals, delivering the lowest price ever on AirPods Pro 2 at $149 and AirPods 4 at just $89.

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Save $100: Pick up AirPods Pro 2 for $149 and AirPods 4 for $89 while supplies last.

AirPods prices have hit record-low levels, with AirPods 4 falling to $89 and AirPods Pro 2 dropping to $149 — but supply may be limited.


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Aqara Prime Day deals get you up to 38% off Apple Home cameras, locks, sensors

Amazon Prime Day is here, and Aqara has big discounts on essential products that'll upgrade your Apple Home with more security, automation, and convenience.

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Save up to 38% on Aqara Apple Home gear for Prime Day.

Most users start building their smart home with lights and a smart thermostat, but the next logical step is sensors, cameras, and a smart door lock. Luckily, Aqara has an excellent selection of products discounted for Prime Day that'll work with your smart home ecosystem.

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Amazon slashes Apple Watch Series 10 to $279 for Prime Day

Certain to sell out long before the end of Amazon's marathon Prime Day, the two sizes of the latest Apple Watch are on sale for $120 off.

Prime Day Apple Watch Series 10 deals are live.
Prime Day Apple Watch Series 10 deals are live.

Apple's current Apple Watch Series 10 is on offer for Prime Day, as long as stocks last, for up to 30% off each. This is for the Wi-Fi only Apple Watch Series 10 in its two sizes, and the best deals are:

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How to change the background in Messages for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26

Bring more life and personalization to your group chats, by adding backgrounds to your conversations in Messages in iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. Here's how to change yours for the better.

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You can now change the backgrounds of conversations in Messages for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26

Messages is an essential app for iPhone users, with it used to communicate with your closest relations. However, people may be getting a bit bored of seeing the usual grey and blue (and sometimes green) speech bubbles floating up a plain white page.

During WWDC, Apple finally made a change to Messages, allowing users to select the background for conversations. A work chat could be jazzed up with corporate-approved branding, while speaking to parents can be done to a background of favorite pets, for example.


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Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 Encrypted SSD review: Ultra-secure SSD with hard drive speed

The Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 Encrypted External SSD won't win awards for speed, but it will certainly keep your portable data safe.

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Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 Encrypted External SSD review: It's a pocketable secure drive

Transferring data between devices can be done in a few ways, but it's hard to do it securely via offline means. Shifting important documents to a flash drive is convenient, especially for travel, but less so if someone else gains access to it.

Unless there's encryption or something else in the way, a stolen drive will leak its secrets with relative ease.


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Fifth Circuit agrees with Apple over NLRB in World Trade Center store union busting case

Apple's appeal against the NLRB ruling suggesting Apple engaged in union-busting actions at the World Trade Center store in May 2022 has succeeded on both counts.

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National Labor Relations Board. Image source: NLRB

There has been a years-long battle between Apple and unions that has quieted recently, but that doesn't mean everything has settled. A ruling Apple appealed in 2023 over union-busting accusations has finally been decided.

According to the ruling, shared by Courthouse News, the Fifth Circuit court has ruled that Apple didn't violate labor laws at the World Trade Center store.


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Meta poaches Apple Intelligence executive amid larger leadership restructure

Apple's internal leadership restructuring around AI and ML continues after Meta's industry-wide poaching program snipes a top executive from the Apple Intelligence team.

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Apple Intelligence team sees leadership departure

Meta has been struggling to do anything impactful with its AI platform. It's another significant dud after the dramatic name change in pursuit of the still-fictional metaverse, and now the company is throwing money at the problem in hopes of catching up with the AI industry.

Apple is the latest company affected by industry-wide poaching efforts from Meta. According to Bloomberg, the head of Apple's foundation models team, Ruoming Pang, has been poached by Meta with a significant pay package.


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