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Cascable Studio Rejected From the App Store
- Daniel Kennett shares his experience of getting his app, Cascable Studio, approved for the Mac App Store.
- The approval process took almost a month, including an emergency build.
- The issue revolved around a particular feature that had already been approved in a different app.
- App Review has a dislike for apps that integrate with other apps, which is a valuable feature of the Mac.
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Tis the season for the Steam Winter Sale to take all your money
- The Steam Winter Sale is underway now and runs through January 2.
- Notable titles from the Summer Sale, such as Baldur's Gate 3, Cyberpunk 2077, and Elden Ring, are available at discounted prices.
- Indie hits like Balatro, Stray, Cult of the Lamb, and Dave the Diver are also on sale.
- Classic titles like Titanfall 2, Fallout 4, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, and Divinity Original Sin are heavily discounted.
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Apple vs. Meta: Escalating Disputes Over Interoperability and User Privacy Understanding the Digital Markets Act
- Apple and Meta are clashing over interoperability requests, as Meta tries to gain deeper access to Apple's software tools
- Apple has resisted these requests due to privacy and security concerns for its users
- These tensions arise during the implementation of the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) to promote fair competition in the digital industry
- The DMA requires major firms like Apple to allow competitors and app developers to interoperate with their platforms and mandates fines for non-compliance
- Meta has submitted 15 requests for interoperability, seeking extensive access to Apple’s proprietary technologies
- Apple argues that the access requested by Meta could compromise user privacy and security and references privacy violations by Facebook
- Meta accuses Apple of using privacy as an excuse to engage in anti-competitive behavior
- The European Commission is responsible for enforcing competition laws in the EU and is assessing Apple's compliance with the DMA
- Increased interoperability could improve convenience for consumers, but grant extensive access to software tools could erode privacy safeguards
- The anticipated decision in 2025 will not only determine Apple’s compliance with the DMA but also influence the evolving relationship between privacy protection, innovation, and competition in the tech sector
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The best USB-C hub for 2025
- USB-C hubs give you extra USB, HDMI, memory card, Ethernet and/or 3.5 mm ports to connect peripherals like monitors or wired mice and keyboards
- There's no set standard for what differentiates the two, USB-C hubs and docking stations. USB-C hubs, in contrast, have between four and 10 ports, can support pass-through charging and typically cost between $30 and $150.
- Additional USB ports on these accessories are usually Type-A or Type-C. They can support data with different transfer rates, typically 5Gbps or 10Gbps.
- HDMI 2.0 port is needed for a 4K monitor with at least a 60Hz refresh rate, while HDMI 1.4 only goes up to 30Hz. HDMI 2.1 will handle 4K at up to 120Hz, but hubs that have adopted that standard aren’t as common just yet.
- Nearly all of the USB-C hubs have passthrough charging, and many of the newer hubs include a 100W power delivery (PD) port.
- There’s surprisingly little design variation among hubs. Most look like a flat slab, a little smaller than a smartphone, and have an attached Type-C host cable.
- The best USB-C hubs for 2025 are Kingston Nucleum USB-C Hub, Vava 7-in-1 USB-C Hub, Plugable USB-C 7-in-1 Hub, Anker PowerExpand 7-in-1 USB C Hub, Satechi Aluminum Multifunction Hub, and Aukey USB C Hub 12-in-1
- HyperDrive Next 10 Port USB-C Hub, Startech 4-Port USB-C Hub (data only), and Anker 341 USB-C Hub (7-in-1) were other hubs tested
- USB-C hubs are useful for smaller setups with just a few peripherals, while docking stations make more sense for someone who needs a robust setup for their laptop.
- USB-C hubs offer portability, since they’re small and require no dedicated power while docking stations cost more, offer a separate DC power supply and are more expensive.
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Hate iOS 18.2 bugs on your iPhone? Sorry, Apple stopped signing iOS 18.1.1
- If you're experiencing any bugs with iOS 18.2, you can't downgrade to an older iOS 18 version as Apple stopped signing iOS 18.1.1.
- Apple added new features to iOS 18.2, including Image Playground, Genmoji, Image Wand, ChatGPT integration, Visual Intelligence, and Create Images expansion.
- Apple stops signing older versions of iOS to prevent jailbreaking and encourage users to stay up-to-date.
- You can still downgrade to iOS 17 if desired or try the iOS 18.3 beta.
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Lenovo’s extendable ThinkBook Plus laptop accidentally unrolled early
- Lenovo's upcoming ThinkBook Plus laptop will feature an extendable, rolling display.
- The leaked images reveal a laptop with a traditional display that can extend and unroll.
- The additional screen space offers limitless possibilities for usage.
- The new laptop is expected to make an official appearance at CES 2025.
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Meta’s AI video editing features are coming to Instagram next year
- Meta's AI video editing tool, Movie Gen, could arrive on Instagram next year.
- Adam Mosseri, Instagram's top executive, previewed seamless AI edits in a video.
- Meta is working on exciting AI tools for video creators, allowing them to make various edits to their videos.
- The release date for Movie Gen features on Instagram is yet to be announced.
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Sonic the Hedgehog 4 movie confirmed by Paramount
- Paramount Pictures confirms Sonic the Hedgehog 4 movie.
- The studio aims for a theatrical release in spring 2027.
- No plot details leaked, but Ben Schwartz and Jim Carrey expected to reprise their roles.
- Previous film adaptations of the franchise have been successful for Paramount.
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iPhone 17 With Visor Camera Design Might Not Come After All
- Apple might abandon the visor-style camera design for iPhone 17, sticking with the triangular camera setup seen on previous models.
- A leakster suggests that the final design of iPhone 17 will not adopt the visor-style camera, but the back design may see some changes.
- Speculation and leaks about the upcoming iPhone 17 series are common, and design changes can still be made before its expected release in September 2025.
- There is ongoing debate about the materials used in the iPhone 17 Pro series, with recent leaks suggesting it may feature titanium frames.
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How to use iCloud Passwords in Firefox on Mac
- Learn how to autofill usernames and passwords saved in the Apple Passwords app or iCloud Keychain when using Firefox on macOS.
- Apple has released an official Firefox extension called iCloud Passwords to improve the user experience.
- The extension allows autofilling login details and verification codes from the Passwords app or iCloud Keychain.
- However, the extension has limitations when it comes to generating and saving passwords during sign-up.
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How to change the size and color of your Mac’s cursor
- You can change the size and color of your Mac cursor to make it more visible and personalized.
- To change the cursor size, go to Accessibility in System Settings and adjust the Pointer size slider.
- To change the cursor color, go to Accessibility in System Settings, click on Display and select your desired color.
- Changing the cursor size and color can be helpful for those with low vision or for aesthetic purposes.
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Starlink’s first nationwide satellite texting service goes live in New Zealand
- SpaceX's Starlink satellite texting service is now available nationwide in New Zealand, powered by One NZ.
- The service aims to provide text messaging in rural areas without access to mobile towers.
- However, the service is slow compared to traditional methods and is currently supported by only four smartphone models.
- One NZ offers the satellite service for free to existing customers on paid-monthly plans.
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Apple-Nvidia collaboration triples speed of AI model production
- Apple has developed a technique to triple the rate of generating tokens when using Nvidia GPUs.
- This technique can help accelerate the production of large language models (LLMs) for Apple Intelligence.
- Training models for machine learning is usually slow and resource-intensive.
- Earlier in 2024, Apple introduced a method called Recurrent Drafter to improve performance in training.
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Sony is now the largest shareholder of FromSoftware’s parent company
- Sony acquires a ten percent stake in FromSoftware's parent company, Kadokawa.
- Sony becomes the largest shareholder of Kadokawa following the acquisition.
- The move aims to secure Kadokawa's intellectual property, including FromSoftware games and anime/manga franchises.
- Collaboration initiatives between the two companies will focus on live-action films and TV dramas.
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14 airlines have adopted Apple’s Share Item Location feature
- 14 airlines, including British Airways, have adopted Apple's Share Item Location feature for lost luggage tracking.
- Additional airlines such as Qantas, Virgin Atlantic, Singapore Airlines, and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will also support the feature soon.
- Participating airlines have updated their internal processes and trained staff to handle lost luggage found through this feature.
- The Share Item Location feature allows iPhone owners to share the location of their AirTag or compatible third-party tracker, providing convenience for lost luggage on airlines.
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