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Apple joins China’s national subsidiary program

Apple has joined China’s national subsidy program, offering discounts on select products like iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and MacBook in Beijing and Shanghai.
Consumers can get discounts of up to 2,000 yuan on eligible Apple products through Apple's retail channels in China.
The subsidy applies to purchases made in Apple Stores in Shanghai and online orders with a Beijing shipping address.
Certain models of the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac computers costing below 6,000 yuan are eligible for discounts.
The Chinese government subsidy program aims to incentivize consumer spending, offering up to a 15% subsidy on devices under 6,000 yuan.
Apple previously offered subsidies through local e-commerce platforms but now does so through its own retail channels.

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Apple joins China’s national subsidy program

Apple has joined China’s national subsidy program, offering discounts of up to 2,000 yuan on select products like the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and MacBook in Beijing and Shanghai.
Consumers in Shanghai can get subsidies at Apple stores, while those in Beijing can avail discounts when ordering online with a local shipping address.
The subsidy covers certain models of the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac computers priced below 6,000 yuan, aiming to incentivize consumer spending in China.
This move marks Apple's first time offering discounts under the government subsidy program through its retail channels in China.

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How to Create a Bootable macOS Tahoe 26 Beta USB Installer Drive

Creating a bootable macOS Tahoe installer USB is useful for clean installs, upgrading multiple Macs, or having a recovery disk readily available.
Requirements include a 32 GB (or larger) USB flash drive, the 'Install macOS Tahoe.app,' a Mac compatible with macOS Tahoe 26, and familiarity with using the Terminal.
To create a bootable installer, download the full Tahoe installer from Apple, open the package installer, connect the USB drive, format it using Disk Utility, and use Terminal to run a command to prepare the installer.
Once the bootable installer is created, you can install MacOS Tahoe beta on any compatible Mac or virtual machine.
To boot from the MacOS Tahoe USB flash drive, the process varies for Apple Silicon Macs and Intel-based Macs.
For Apple Silicon Macs, connect the USB and hold the Power button until the Startup Options screen appears to boot from the Tahoe volume.
For Intel-based Macs, restart with the USB connected, hold down Option, and select the Tahoe installer drive from the boot menu.
After booting from the USB, you can perform clean installations, run Disk Utility, restore from Time Machine, or update multiple Macs effortlessly.
While using a bootable installer isn't the only way to install MacOS Tahoe beta, it allows for clean installations and is preferred by advanced users.

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PSO2 New Genesis Touhou Project Event Confirmed

PSO2 New Genesis confirmed a Touhou Project crossover event during the NGS Headline Wave showcase.
The event will feature Touhou Project character costumes and music, starting in August 2025.
The crossover will draw from Touhou Koumakyou: The Embodiment of Scarlet Devil.
The announcement didn't specify all details, but art of Reimu and Marisa was shown.
Music Discs based on Touhou Project songs will be included in the event.
The Sonic the Hedgehog crossover recently appeared in PSO2 New Genesis.
Previous crossovers featured cosmetic items from Nijisanji Vtubers and That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime.
Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis is playable on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.

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macOS Tahoe Beta Forces Sharing FileVault Key

macOS Tahoe beta 2 automatically enabled FileVault and uploaded a recovery key to iCloud without user consent.
Some users reported the inability to opt-out of storing their FileVault key in iCloud permanently.
Concerns were raised by users relying on their device as a personal home server due to FileVault auto-enabling.

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Apple Pulls “Convince Your Parents to Get You a Mac” Ad

Apple pulled its 'Convince Your Parents to Get You a Mac' ad and made 'The Parent Presentation' video private on YouTube.
The presentation emphasizes Mac's benefits for college students and features comedian Martin Herlihy in an instructional video.
The downloadable slide presentation is available in PowerPoint, Keynote, and Google Slides format.
Apple moved 'The Parent Presentation' to the bottom of its College Students page after the video was made private.
Tech commentator John Gruber finds the presentation neither funny nor offensive but questions Apple's decision to pull it.
Critics, like julesme, cite the ad featuring a shady salesman and its off-base tone with Apple's brand proposition.
The presentation uses Arial font, which some deem unsuitable for Apple's high-quality products.
The ad is compared to disreputable sales tactics in the past, raising concerns about its alignment with Apple's image.
Opinions vary on the ad, with some finding it amusing but others critiquing its execution and impact on Apple's brand.
The controversy follows earlier missteps in Apple's advertising, including the 'Crush' ad for iPad.
The ad's tone and connotations clash with Apple's typical brand image and messaging, according to julesme.
It is unclear why Apple decided to remove the ad and make the associated video private.
The ad's humor style and portrayal of the sales pitch have sparked mixed reactions from audiences and analysts.
The move to pull the ad reflects challenges in aligning marketing efforts with a brand's established identity.
Critics question the decision-making process behind the ad and its compatibility with Apple's reputation in the market.
The ad is part of a series of Apple's marketing missteps, highlighting the importance of maintaining brand consistency and values.
The controversy surrounding the ad adds to Apple's recent issues with advertising campaigns, pointing to potential lapses in strategic messaging.

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Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition revealed, can be played from today

Bandai Namco has announced Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, set to release on October 10th.
Players can access the game now by pre-ordering Little Nightmares 3.
The Enhanced Edition features 60fps, 4K resolution, and updated visuals.
The game was previously rated for release on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S in 2023.
Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition showcases 4K visuals and 60fps performance.
A trailer comparing the Enhanced Edition to the original game has been released.
In a review, Little Nightmares was described as a 'minor classic' with 'genuine feeling of terror and tension.'
The Little Nightmares Showcase also revealed a VR project named Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes.
Further details regarding the VR project are yet to be disclosed.
The game has received positive feedback for its inventive and terrifying gameplay.

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Little Nightmares 3 launches on October 10th

Little Nightmares 3 will be released on October 10th, 2025, for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and Switch 2.
Pre-orders are open for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, with Switch and Switch 2 pre-orders opening later.
Four editions are available for Little Nightmares 3: Standard, Deluxe, Mirror, and Premium Spiral Editions.
The Deluxe Edition includes the base game, expansion pass with additional chapters, and costume packs.
The Mirror Edition includes Deluxe Edition content, plus exclusive figurines, metal case, artbook, and more.
The Premium Spiral Edition includes Mirror Edition content, controller & phone holder, music base, and a double-sided coin.
A second season of The Little Nightmares podcast and a novel are set to release alongside the game in September and October.
A comic book series called Little Nightmares: Descent to Nowhere will launch in October.
A stop motion project in the Little Nightmares universe was teased during the showcase.
Details about the stop motion project are yet to be revealed.
More information about the stop motion project will be shared at a later date.

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Chicken Run: Eggstraction is a co-op stealth game sequel to Dawn of the Nugget that looks like good, silly fun

Chicken Run: Eggstraction is a co-op stealth game and a sequel to Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.
Developed by Aardman, the game features stop-motion animation and maintains the films' visual style.
The game follows Frizzle and Molly on missions to rescue chickens from the nugget industry.
Players navigate missions with different characters, each with unique abilities, and engage in stealth activities and puzzles.
The gameplay involves guiding rescued chickens through levels, a mix of infiltration and exfiltration.
Co-op mode is available for players to enjoy the game together.
The game's concept is compared to a blend of Pikmin, Metal Gear Solid, and XCOM, with a touch of Untitled Goose Game energy.
No specific release date has been announced, but the game can be wishlisted on Steam.

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Dennis Lehane’s Apple TV+ thriller series ‘Smoke’ only occasionally ignites interest

The crime drama series 'Smoke' on Apple TV+, created by Dennis Lehane and starring Taron Egerton, follows an arson investigator and a police detective pursuing serial arsonists, premiering on June 27, 2025.
The show features a cast including Jurnee Smollett, Rafe Spall, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, and others, with a global debut releasing the first two episodes on June 27 followed by weekly episodes.
According to the Financial Times, 'Smoke' failed to live up to its potential despite Lehane's scripts, Egerton's performance, and music by Thom Yorke, with occasional sparks of interest amid slack pacing and mixed tones.
While the series maintains a stylish and moody atmosphere and dynamic performances, its hackneyed scripting hampers its exploration of pyromania and powerlessness themes.
A subplot involving an arsonist played by Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine delves into the transformative nature of powerlessness into destructive urges, albeit somewhat oversold.

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Where to find Grapple Gloves in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3

The Grapple Glove has been unvaulted in Fortnite as part of the 14 Days of Summer event.
For day one of the event, players need to swing consecutively with the Grapple Gloves without touching the ground.
The Grapple Glove will only be available until the release of the day two summer quest.
Grapple Gloves can be found randomly in chests or as floor loot around the map.
Locations with high chest density like Flooded Frogs, Canyon Crossing, Outlaw Oasis, and Lonewolf Lair are recommended for finding Grapple Gloves.
Robin's Wingshot Grappler does not count towards the quest, so players should save their bars.
To swing consecutively without touching the ground, players should connect their grapple to a high point like trees or tall buildings and quickly grapple to another point to avoid touching the floor.
Tall trees outside Crime City, Outlaw Oasis, and the Shiny Shafts are good spots for swinging without interruptions.
The Shining Span, where players can swing under the bridge, is also a recommended location.

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Amazon drops the Lenovo Legion Go gaming handheld to its lowest price ever before Prime Day

Amazon has lowered the price of the Lenovo Legion Go gaming handheld to just under $500, marking its lowest price ever.
The Lenovo Legion Go offers Windows 10 compatibility, 512GB of storage, 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, and is powered by an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor.
In testing, the Lenovo Legion Go outperformed the Steam Deck on numerous games and rivalled the Asus ROG Ally at 720p resolution.
Handheld gaming PCs have gained popularity in 2025 for their portability and ability to play a wide range of games on the go.
Valve's Steam Deck and Asus's partnership with Xbox are notable competitors in the handheld gaming PC market.
The Lenovo Legion Go features detachable pads reminiscent of the Nintendo Switch, along with a robust hardware setup.
Despite minor issues such as occasional Windows OS glitches and limitations in game resolution, the Lenovo Legion Go offers a compelling gaming experience.
Amazon's current discount lowers the price of the Lenovo Legion Go by $200, making it more affordable for interested buyers.

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Podcast Rewind: Reconsidering the iPad and Reviewing Retro Videogame Stores

This week on AppStories, Federico and John reflect on the role of the iPad in their workflows following the iPadOS 26 announcement.
AppStories+ explores the potential for an Apple automation renaissance based on WWDC features.
On NPC, there are discussions about RG Slide pricing, AYANEO news, and a search for the best retro videogame store in Japan.
AppStories Episode 442 delves into iPad reconsideration after iPadOS 26 and features like Thunderbolt 4 KVM switch and Shure MV7+ microphone.
NPC Episode 38 covers portable gaming news, including the RG Slide, AYANEO AG01 Starship Graphics Dock, and the review of retro game stores in Tokyo.
NPC XL focuses on finding the top retro videogame store in Japan with additional content available through Patreon.
MacStories offers a range of podcasts covering Apple services, videogame hardware, and more with opportunities for advertising and exclusive content through Club MacStories.

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Apple Seeds Updated Beta Firmware for AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4

Apple releases new beta firmware, version 8A293c, for AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4, exclusively for developers.
Developers need iOS 26, iPadOS 26, or macOS 26 to install the update.
This update is the second beta for the AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4.
The firmware introduces new features in sync with iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe.
Improved audio quality for phone and video calls, studio-quality audio recording, and camera remote functionality are included.
The update also adds an installation option in the AirPods settings interface when connected to an Apple device.
The news first appeared on MacRumors.com.

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New Fate/stay Night Saber Figure Based on Garden of Avalon

A new Fate/stay Night Saber figure based on Garden of Avalon is set to be released, inspired by a backstory and prequel to Fate/stay Night written by Kinoko Nasu.
The figure will recreate imagery from the book and promotional poster, costing ￥23,000/$151.99 with a US release date in Q1 2026 and Japan release in August 2026.
The static 1/7 scale figure of Saber in a sitting position is about five inches tall and features the sword Caliburn, designed to replicate her pose from the book.
The figure can be displayed with or without a veil over her head, allowing a view of the dress and hair underneath.
Pre-orders for the figure are open until September 3, 2025, and the novel Garden of Avalon is only available in Japan.
The Fate/stay Night Original Soundtrack with a drama CD based on Garden of Avalon is available worldwide, as well as the Fate/stay Night game on the Switch and PC.

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