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Apple HomePod Gets a New Sound Glow Feature in the Latest Update
Find out how to enable the new Sound Glow feature on your HomePod. This software update adds colorful ambient lights to your speaker based on album art.
Privacy Badger Extension Brings Tracker Blocking to Mac Browsers
The Electronic Frontier Foundation launched its Privacy Badger extension for Safari on macOS to help users block hidden trackers and protect personal data.
Apple Prepares Four-Speaker Surround Sound for HomePod in tvOS 27.2
Apple adds four-speaker surround sound in the tvOS 27.2 update. Learn how to link multiple HomePod speakers to your new Apple TV 4K for a home theater.
Apple Adds Lock Controls for HomePod in the New iOS 27.2 Update
Apple adds a new Lock Controls setting in iOS 27.2 that lets you turn off the touch surface on your HomePod to stop accidental taps and voice commands.
Chinese Hacker Uses AI Agents To Breach Deere, SharkNinja Sites
A Chinese hacker used AI agents to breach over 100 websites, including Deere and SharkNinja. Learn how automated attacks target corporate server weaknesses.
New Co-Creation Features Bring More Control to Gemini Notebook
Google is rolling out new tools to give users more control over slide decks and video overviews. It now guides visual styles based on your daily feedback.
FBI Warns About AI Deepfakes and Scams Before Midterm Elections
The FBI is warning voters about a rise in digital scams and AI deepfakes ahead of the US midterm elections. Learn how to protect your data and finances.
Apple Watch Alerts Veteran to Hidden Sleep Apnea Danger
An Air Force veteran discovered he had undiagnosed sleep apnea after his Apple Watch tracked his nighttime breathing disturbances and urged him to see a doctor.
Apple Halts iPhone Duo Walk-In Sales In Japan And South Korea
Apple blocks launch day walk-in sales for the new foldable phone in Japan and South Korea as high demand and low stock force a strict reservation rule.
Apple Seeds Third RCs For macOS Sequoia 15.8.2 And Tahoe 26.7.2
Apple is rolling out the third release candidates for macOS Sequoia 15.8.2 and macOS Tahoe 26.7.2. These updates bring essential security fixes for Mac.
Apple Rolls Out The iPadOS 27.2 Release Candidate For Testing
Apple is sending the iPadOS 27.2 release candidate to developers. The update brings smart lock controls, a better Siri interface, and fresh media tweaks.
Apple Releases Release Candidates For watchOS 27.2, tvOS 27.2 And visionOS 27.2
Apple seeded release candidates for watchOS 27.2, tvOS 27.2, and visionOS 27.2. Learn about the new developer updates and incoming smart home features.
Apple Seeds The iOS 27.2 Release Candidate To All Developers
Apple just released the iOS 27.2 release candidate to registered developers. Learn how to install this final test version and explore the new features.
Apple Seeds MacOS Golden Gate 27.2 Release Candidate To Developers
Apple just released the macOS Golden Gate 27.2 release candidate to developers. Learn how to download this final test version on your compatible Mac.
Apple Confirms The Pro And Tell Special Event For October 28
Apple will host a special Pro and tell media event on October 28. Discover the hands-on reveals of OLED MacBook Pro models, a new iPad mini, and M6 Macs.
App Store uploads must now target iOS 13 or later, and iOS 15 from April 2027
Apple’s new floor for App Store uploads is iOS 13, and it rises to iOS 15 in April 2027. Here is what that means for older iPhones and iPads.
Some iPhone Duo Pre-orders Are Shipping Much Earlier Than Expected
Some iPhone Duo buyers are seeing shipping dates moved up to October 23. Check your order status to see if your phone is arriving earlier than expected.
GM Adds Apple Wallet Digital Key Support For Select New Vehicles
GM brings digital car keys to Apple Wallet for select Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC models. Check the release timeline to see when your car gets the feature.
AI Bots Handle Junior Work At Anthropic While Meeting Hours Rise
As smart bots take over basic coding, Anthropic is hiring fewer junior engineers while existing staff spend much more of their workday in daily meetings.
Elon Musk Pledges Free SpaceX Shares for Every Child in America
Elon Musk announced a plan to give one SpaceX share to every child in the US. The massive giveaway could cost around $10.5 billion to pull off next year.
Apple Arcade, Fitness+ and Creator Studio annual plans save up to 40% a year
Paying yearly for Apple Arcade saves $33.89 over 12 months. Fitness+ saves $39.89, but Creator Studio’s discount is much smaller.
Spotify Cracks Down on Family Plan Sharing with Dynamic QR Codes
Spotify is using dynamic QR codes to verify Family plan locations. Learn how the new system blocks remote sharing and what happens to unverified accounts.
Apple TV 4K comes with 3 months of Apple TV, HomePod mini 2 with Apple Music
Buy the new Apple TV 4K and Apple adds three months of its streaming service. The speakers and HomeView come with Apple Music instead.