Did Apple Weaken Your AirPods Pro 2? The Truth Behind the ANC 'Nerf'

If you own a pair of AirPods Pro 2, you might have a nagging feeling that they’re just not as good as they used to be. You’re not alone. A viral Reddit thread has become a lightning rod for owners convinced that Apple secretly sabotaged their earbuds’ powerful Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) with a recent firmware update.

Apple Under French Investigation Following Siri Privacy Complaint

French prosecutors have opened a cybercrime investigation into how Apple handles voice recordings collected by Siri. The Paris prosecutor’s office said the case has been referred to the Office for Combating Cybercrime, focusing on whether Apple’s collection and review of audio complies with privacy law.

iPhone 17 Pro Max Review Roundup: Is It Worth It?

If you’re wondering whether to spend $1,199 on Apple’s biggest 2025 iPhone, this easy‑to‑read roundup distills the latest expert reviews into clear takeaways. We’ll explain what’s new, where it truly improves over recent models, and who should buy the iPhone 17 Pro Max versus choosing the smaller Pro or the regular iPhone 17.