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iPhone Duo uses Touch ID in the side button instead of Face ID
There is no Face ID on Apple’s foldable. You unlock iPhone Duo and pay with your fingerprint on the side button, folded or not.
Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan heist drama 12 12 12 hits Apple TV November 13
Mackie plays a disgraced FBI agent chasing Dornan’s career criminal across Europe. Two episodes land November 13, and the finale is on Christmas Day.
App Store rules now target AI intimate imagery and bait-and-switch apps
Apps that reveal hidden features after review now risk removal from the App Store and the Developer Program under new rule 2.5.19.
Old Developer ID certificates stop Mac .pkg installs on February 1, 2027
Saved an old Mac installer? Packages signed with old Developer ID certificates stop installing February 1, 2027. Notarized apps are fine.
Withings Now Charges New Users $99 a Year for Apple Health Syncing
Withings now charges new users $99 annually for Apple Health syncing, while existing customers retain free access to health data integration.
Apple and Meta Team Up to Run Muse Local AI Model on Mac Studio
Meta and Apple bring Muse Spark Open to Mac Studio, enabling powerful local AI processing with M5 Ultra chips and MLX.
Greg Joswiak Explains Why Apple Isn't Chasing AI Superintelligence
Apple’s Greg Joswiak explains why the company prioritizes practical AI features for everyday users instead of chasing superintelligence like its rivals.
Apple CEO John Ternus Calls Early Foldable Phones ‘Cheap and Crappy’
Apple CEO John Ternus calls early foldable phones cheap and crappy, explaining why Apple waited years to launch its first foldable iPhone.
Apple Invites Media to October 28 Launch Experience for New Macs and iPad Mini
Apple invites media to its October 28 launch experience, where new touchscreen MacBooks, M6 Macs, and OLED iPad mini are expected.
iPhone Duo Benchmark Reveals How It Compares to iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone Duo’s A20 Pro chip benchmark reveals Geekbench scores, CPU performance, RAM details, and how it compares against iPhone 18 Pro.
Apple's Wall-Mounted HomeView Comes Without a Power Adapter or USB-C Cable
Apple’s wall-mounted HomeView ships without a power adapter, USB-C cable, or mounting hardware, requiring buyers to purchase accessories separately.
MKBHD Says Apple's $299 HomeView Is Hard to Recommend
MKBHD questions Apple’s new $299 HomeView, highlighting missing features, limited flexibility, and why the smart home display may disappoint many buyers.
Touchscreen MacBook Pro Could Launch on November 6, New Report Suggests
Apple’s first touchscreen MacBook Pro could launch November 6, featuring an OLED display, Dynamic Island, and a redesigned thinner chassis.
iPhone Duo Preorders Already Slipping Into December and January Next Year
iPhone Duo preorders are already slipping into December and January 2027 as shipping delays grow across all colors and storage configurations.
Apple Accidentally Hints at iPad Mini 8 Ahead of Expected October Launch
Apple’s website accidentally hints at the iPad mini 8 through an unreleased Smart Folio listing, suggesting a possible launch later this month.
Apple and Nvidia Each Gave $25 Million for Trump’s White House Ballroom
Apple and Nvidia each pledged $25 million toward Trump’s White House ballroom, making them two of the project’s biggest corporate donors.
Apple iPhone Duo Now Available for Pre-Order, Starting at $1,999
Apple iPhone Duo pre-orders are now open, starting at $1,999, with multiple storage options and deliveries beginning October 23 in stores.
Opera Relaunches Opera Air With a Cleaner Design and New Features
Opera relaunches Opera Air with a cleaner design, new Soundscapes, break reminders, built-in VPN, and tools for distraction-free browsing on Mac.
Apple Takes OpenAI to Court Over Alleged Trade Secret Theft
Apple and OpenAI head to court as Apple seeks restrictions over alleged trade secret theft tied to OpenAI’s upcoming hardware plans.
Apple Expects Strong iPhone 18 Demand, Plans Major Production Push
Apple reportedly expects strong demand for the standard iPhone 18, with large-scale production planned ahead of its spring 2027 launch.
macOS 27.2 Beta 4 Includes Redesigned Brightness and Volume Controls
macOS 27.2 beta 4 brings redesigned brightness and volume controls, improved sliders, and interface refinements ahead of Apple’s upcoming public release.
iOS 27.2 Beta 4 Still Stutters With Clear Icons on ProMotion Displays
iOS 27.2 beta 4 still suffers from Clear icon stuttering on ProMotion displays, with users reporting lag and inconsistent animation performance.
iOS 27.2 Beta 4 Expands Siri AI Support to More Languages
iOS 27.2 beta 4 expands Siri AI support to five more languages, bringing smarter conversations, personal context, and advanced features worldwide.