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Podcast Rewind: The Action Button, Fixing Finder, Vision Pro Antics, Crypto, and the Siri Remote

The latest episodes from MacStories' family of podcasts include discussions on various topics including the action button, fixing Finder, Vision Pro antics, cryptocurrency, and the Siri Remote.
In the Comfort Zone podcast episode, Matt finds a new use for the action button, Niléane offers solutions for fixing Finder, and Chris takes on a challenge.
The MacStories Unwind episode features Federico's experience with the Vision Pro and John learning about cryptocurrency.
The Magic Rays of Light episode highlights hopes for the next Siri Remote and a recap of Apple Original medical drama Berlin ER.

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The Subjective Charms of Objective-C

Objective-C is a polarizing language, ridiculed for its verbosity and peculiar square brackets.
The language is used for building Mac and iPhone apps and has endured due to historical reasons.
Objective-C's syntax is often described as sentence-like, with long, complex function names.
Many developers have transitioned to Swift, a more modern language, but some still prefer Objective-C for its stability.

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Is Electron Really That Bad?

Electron is a popular framework for building desktop apps, but it is often criticized for resulting in buggy applications according to some developers.
Compared to SwiftUI, Chromium is considered more efficient for text rendering, leading some developers to opt for UIKit instead of SwiftUI for specific tasks.
Some developers believe JavaScript offers better debugging capabilities and faster compile times compared to other languages like Swift, despite the former's advantages in native app development.
There is a discussion around the challenges and benefits of using different development tools such as Electron, SwiftUI, JavaScript, and Swift in the context of building applications.

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Windows 11’s voice typing will soon let you turn off the ****ing profanity filter

Microsoft is updating the profanity filter for voice typing in Windows 11, allowing users to disable the filter and type out profanities.
The update includes a new toggle in the voice typing settings interface.
Microsoft is also introducing the Click to Do feature for Surface Pen owners to trigger actions on text or images on the screen.
These features are currently being tested with Windows Insiders and are expected to roll out to Windows 11 users in the future.

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Apple is the most shorted stock in Jefferies’ list of 16 tech stocks

Apple has become the most shorted stock in Jefferies’ “Sweet 16” group of leading tech firms.
Goldman Sachs reiterated a Buy rating on Apple's stock, highlighting the potential benefits of Apple's loyal customer base.
Apple shares hit a low of $169.21 on April 8th but are expected to rally 25% in the next 12 months.
Apple plans to produce all iPhones sold in America at its India factories by the end of 2026, shifting away from China.

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Microsoft rolls Windows Recall out to the public nearly a year after announcing it

Microsoft is finally rolling out the controversial Windows Recall feature to the general public.
Recall takes continuous screenshots of everything done on a PC, saving them in a searchable database.
Initial rollout attempt faced security and privacy concerns, resulting in delays and a major under-the-hood overhaul.
The feature was tested in Microsoft's Windows Insider beta program for five months before the release.

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Microsoft launches Recall and AI-powered Windows search for Copilot Plus PCs

Microsoft launches Recall for Copilot Plus PCs, an AI-powered Windows search.
Recall takes snapshots of PC usage improving Windows search by allowing users to search for vague memories rather than file names.
Recall now includes enhanced security measures, making it an opt-in experience.
Microsoft also introduces an AI-powered Click to Do feature with actions for text and images on the screen.

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# Day 3 of My 30-Day Linux Challenge: Mastering Files and Directories

Day 3 was focused on mastering files and directories in Linux.
Learned essential commands for creating, managing, and deleting files and directories.
Commands like mkdir, touch, cat, cp, rm, and mv were explored.
These skills will be applied for RHCSA certification preparation.

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Apple TV+ and Tom Hanks are making a sequel to ‘Greyhound’

The sequel to Tom Hanks and Apple’s WWII action film Greyhound is set to begin filming in January 2026 in Sydney, Australia.
The next chapter in the Greyhound saga will follow Captain Krause and the Greyhound crew from the beaches of Normandy to the ocean in the Pacific as they help turn the tide of the war.
The original Greyhound movie, inspired by events during the Battle of the Atlantic, was based on the 1955 novel 'The Good Shepherd' and remains one of Apple TV+'s most-watched movies.
Tom Hanks will return as Captain Krause and has written the screenplay for the sequel.

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Special Permissions in Linux

SUID (Set User ID) allows users to temporarily assume the permissions of the file owner.
SGID (Set Group ID) ensures that new files/folders within a directory inherit the group ownership of the directory.
Sticky Bit protects files in a shared directory, allowing only the file owner to delete them.
Numeric Mode provides a quick way to set special permissions using octal values.

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Download Fedora 42 Full Editions (Workstation, Server, IoT Included)

The forty second release of Fedora GNU/Linux, Fedora 42, offers various editions including Workstation, KDE Plasma Edition, Server, IoT, Cloud, and more.
Fedora Workstation features GNOME desktop and LibreOffice, while the KDE Plasma Edition presents an alternative desktop environment.
Fedora Server is designed for standard server usage, while Fedora IoT is a lightweight system for devices like Raspberry Pi.
Fedora Cloud is suitable for Virtual Machines and advanced server setups, and Fedora CoreOS is a minimal, container-based system.
Checksums for ISO images are provided for verification, and Fedora encourages community participation in its development.
There are additional editions such as Atomic Desktop, various Spins, Labs, and Torrents available for download.
Fedora is a widely supported Linux distribution known for its technological advancements and diverse range of editions.
The Fedora Project invites individuals to contribute in software development, testing, art, marketing, and more.
Fedora's rich history dates back to 2003, with Fedora 42 marking a significant milestone in its development.
For more information and downloads, visit the official website at https://fedoraproject.org.

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Apple looks to manufacture all iPhones for America in India by end of 2026

Apple plans to produce all iPhones sold in America at its India factories by the end of 2026.
Apple is shifting the assembly of all US-sold iPhones to India due to the trade war with China.
Apple is in urgent talks with contract manufacturers Foxconn and Tata to achieve this goal.
The US accounted for about 28% of Apple's global iPhone shipments in 2024.

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Launchpad News: Celebrating community contributions

The Launchpad project, nearly 21 years old, values community contributions and aims to reinvigorate its community.
Canonical launched the Canonical Open Documentation Academy to facilitate open source contributions and improve documentation practices.
The Open Documentation Academy has helped people engage in open source and enhance documentation standards for projects like Launchpad.
Community contributors to Launchpad, including gerryRcom, Jared Nielsen, Adriaan Van Niekerk, and Nathan Barbarick, were recognized and celebrated.
Contributions such as fixing broken links, adding documentation pages, and improving code quality were highlighted in the article.
Various co-authored commits by individuals like Alvaro Crespo and Jürgen Gmach showcased collaborative efforts to enhance Launchpad's documentation and codebase.
Spell check and typo corrections were prevalent in the contributions, emphasizing the importance of maintaining high-quality documentation.
The commitment to community support and continuous improvement through documentation reflects Launchpad's dedication to fostering a vibrant open source ecosystem.

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Apple To Manufacture Most US iPhones In India – Report

Apple is planning to switch iPhone assembly for the US market from China to India.
Apple aims to manufacture most iPhones sold in the US at factories in India by the end of 2026.
Apple's shift to India is to reduce reliance on Chinese manufacturing amid the US-China trade war.
iPhone manufacturing in India may lead to increased costs compared to China.

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Framous 1.2: An Indispensable Screenshot Utility

Framous 1.2 is a screenshot-framing app for macOS that offers various customization options and enhancements.
Users can easily drag and drop screenshots into the app, which then adds appropriate device frames based on dimensions.
Version 1.2 introduces enhanced padding settings specific to each device for better positioning control.
New features include the ability to add shadows to frames, adjusting blur, distance, direction, and color.
Document tab in Framous offers settings like Export Size, Alignment, Space Between, Document Padding, and backgrounds.
Export Size setting allows specifying exact document size for precise output without the need for cropping.
Alignment options help in aligning devices on the canvas, offering flexibility for different layouts.
Background settings in Framous include options like Transparent, Solid Color, Gradient, Photo, or Screenshot.
New features like the ability to paste images into Framous and add rounded corners enhance design possibilities.
Overall, Framous 1.2 offers extensive capabilities for creating custom screenshot lineups and mockups on Mac.

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