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The UK’s most downloaded iPhone app in 2024 -have you got it on yours?
- Temu, a Chinese shopping app, has become the UK's most downloaded iPhone app in 2024 according to Apple's App Store data.
- Temu leads in 24 major markets globally and ranks second in competitive markets like Italy, France, and Japan.
- Changing shopping habits favoring affordability and convenience have contributed to Temu's success.
- Other top downloaded apps in the UK include Shein, Threads, Vinted, ChatGPT, and TikTok.
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Today in Apple history: Apple crushes Think Secret rumors site
- Apple settles a lawsuit with reporter Nick Ciarelli, resulting in the shuttering of Think Secret, his massively popular Apple rumors website.
- Think Secret was known for breaking Apple stories and revealing accurate information about upcoming products.
- Opinions were divided on Apple's lawsuit, with some seeing it as a violation of Apple's friendly approach to fans while others supported Apple's actions.
- Apple's focus on stopping leaks of confidential information led them to take legal action against other Apple rumors websites as well.
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Apple Faces New EU Call to Open iPhone to Competitors
- The European Commission (EC) has published guidelines for Apple on how to meet interoperability requirements of the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA).
- The guidelines aim to ensure that devices like smartwatches and features like wireless file transfers function smoothly with iPhones.
- The EC also calls for Apple to provide outside iOS developers with more information on accessing iPhone features and establish a fair process to handle technical disagreements.
- Apple argues that complying with the DMA's requirements would put users' privacy at risk and claims that granting certain requests could compromise user data.
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Engadget
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Apple and Meta are beefing over the DMA’s mandated interoperability requests
- Apple has filed a complaint against Meta over the DMA's mandated interoperability requests.
- Apple claims that Meta's 15 requests could compromise user privacy and security.
- Meta disagrees with Apple's stance on privacy and defends itself against anticompetitive behavior allegations.
- The EU is currently reviewing proposed measures on how Apple should open up to rivals.
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Cultofmac
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Apple pressured to drop AI news summaries after false Mangione suicide headline
- Prominent journalism organization RSF urges Apple to remove AI-powered news notifications.
- Controversy arose after AI feature created false headline about murder suspect shooting himself.
- RSF criticizes generative AI services, stating they are not yet reliable for public consumption.
- BBC filed complaint, emphasizing the importance of trust with its audience.
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Cultofmac
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EU could force Apple to open AirDrop and AirPlay to Android
- The European Union is proposing to force Apple to open up AirDrop and AirPlay to Android and other rivals in order to promote interoperability.
- Apple is pushing back, claiming that such efforts may compromise the privacy of iPhone and Mac users.
- The EU Commission's proposal is part of the Digital Markets Act, aiming to increase competition in the tech industry.
- Apple is warning of privacy risks and is seeking to reverse the changes made by the EU's Digital Markets Act.
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Macrumors
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Apple's 10th Gen iPad Returns to Black Friday Price of $249.99 ($99 Off)
- Amazon has brought back the all-time low Black Friday price on Apple's 10th generation iPad (64GB Wi-Fi), available for $249.99 in Silver, down from $349.00.
- You'll need to clip an on-page coupon worth $29.01 in order to see the final deal price at checkout.
- This is the first time since Black Friday that we've seen a return of the record low price on the iPad, and this one isn't expected to last long with only one color on sale.
- Delivery is also estimated to arrive after Christmas, so you'll have to be willing to wait until January for the tablet.
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Apple Likely to Make Vision Pro Lineup More Affordable in Two Ways
- Apple plans to launch its next-generation Vision headsets as early as 2026.
- For the next-generation Vision Pro, Apple may source components from suppliers other than Sony to reduce production costs.
- Lowering the price of Vision Pro could make the high-end headset more accessible to consumers.
- Apple is also expected to introduce a lower-end mainstream Vision headset with affordable pricing.
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Digitaltrends
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Wish you had Apple AirDrop on an Android phone? It might actually happen
- Proposals are being developed in the European Union (EU) that could require Apple to make its AirDrop and AirPlay features accessible on Android devices.
- The changes under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) would require Apple to make its exclusive features available to other developers and smartphone manufacturers.
- EU has actively sought to limit Apple’s control over its smartphone ecosystem through the DMA, including requirements for third-party app stores and choice of default apps.
- The accessibility of AirDrop and AirPlay on Android would be a win for consumers, regardless of their smartphone type, if security features are maintained.
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Engadget
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The 10th-gen iPad is back on sale for $250
- The 10th-gen iPad is currently on sale for $250, down from $349.
- The discount is a result of a 20% markdown and a $29 off coupon that can be applied.
- The deal is available for the Wi-Fi model with 64GB and a silver finish.
- The iPad features a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display, 12MP Ultra Wide front camera, and up to 10 hours of battery life.
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Google accused of using novices to fact-check Gemini's AI answers
- Google allegedly instructed contract workers evaluating Gemini not to skip any prompts, regardless of their expertise.
- Contractors were previously allowed to skip prompts that fell outside of their expertise.
- Now, contractors have allegedly been instructed not to skip prompts requiring specialized domain knowledge.
- Google has not responded to the accusation.
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Pymnts
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Apple Reportedly Pitches Chinese Tech Giants on AI Project
- Apple is reportedly seeking ways to add AI to its smartphones sold in ChatGPT-less China.
- Apple is in discussions with Tencent and ByteDance about integrating their AI models into its products.
- The talks are at a very early stage and no official comments have been received.
- Apple's market share in China is slipping, and lack of AI capabilities in its iPhones has affected sales.
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Engadget
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Star Trek: Lower Decks ends on a new beginning
- Star Trek: Lower Decks ended its finale without any cameo from Next Generation cast as its send-off could've become distracting.
- The finale episode bars none of the plotline it raised before, and creator Mike McMahan resolved every single thread in the half-hour episode.
- On the way to close the rift, the Cerritos meet Ma'ah and Malor and their battles bring tons of excitement.
- The episode is too fast-paced, and all those fun farewells merely became the boxes that have been ticked off on a list.
- The characters have earned enough trust to be taken at their word; we've come a long way compared to the days of 'Shut up Wesley'.
- The rift's stabilization results in a permanent interdimensional wormhole to the multiverse, thus creating more possibilities for future explorations.
- The fifth season was also meant to set up potential spin-off ideas; fans speculate that there will be more revival episodes in the future.
- Lower Decks serves as a celebration of the daily work that would never be celebrated in the louder, fight-heavy Treks.
- The show is an island of misfit toys who gathered to improve themselves and become better versions of themselves.
- Cerritos Strong!
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Insider
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Apple is exploring a way to bring AI features to iPhones in China, report says
- Apple is exploring a way to bring AI features to iPhones in China through local partnerships.
- Regulatory barriers in China require Apple to collaborate with domestic AI companies.
- Apple is in talks with Tencent and ByteDance to integrate their AI models into iPhones sold in China.
- The move is a response to China's blockage of Apple's rollout of Apple Intelligence in the country.
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BGR
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Journalistic NGO calls out Apple for false Apple Intelligence headlines
- Journalistic NGO Reporters Without Borders has called on Apple to stop using notifications summary feature.
- The feature, introduced with iOS 18.1 and improved with iOS 18.2, summarizes all notifications on a single stack.
- Users have noticed instances where the feature gets things wrong, leading to misinformation and false headlines.
- The NGO argues that generative AI services are still too immature to produce reliable information for the public.
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