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Apple's 'Presto' Wireless Update Tech May Soon Reach the Mac
- Apple's proprietary wireless update system called 'Presto,' which allows iPhones to be updated while still in the box, may soon be expanded to Mac computers according to 9to5Mac.
- With Presto, Apple Store employees can update sealed iPhone boxes to the latest software version in 15 to 30 minutes before selling them to customers, eliminating the need for post-purchase updates.
- Hints of a similar Presto feature for Macs were found in the third beta of macOS Tahoe, indicating the possibility of updating Macs to the newest software before sale, streamlining the customer experience.
- However, the implementation of Presto for Macs is unclear as Macs lack NFC technology present in iPhones, and there is no timeline for the potential rollout of this functionality in Apple retail stores.
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Apple COO Jeff Williams’ retirement is a major changing of the guard
- Apple's Chief Operating Officer, Jeff Williams, will transition his role to Sabih Khan, Apple's senior vice president of Operations, as part of a long-planned succession.
- Williams will continue reporting to Apple CEO Tim Cook and overseeing Apple's design team and Apple Watch, as well as the company's Health initiatives.
- Many in the company, like former Apple operations vice president Tony Blevins, express sadness over Williams' retirement, highlighting his significant contributions.
- Sabih Khan is described as being cut from the same cloth as Tim Cook, showing a focus on operations, while suggestions for Apple's future leadership call for a more visionary product-centric CEO.
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Hello Kitty Island Adventure Sunshine Celebration and Patch 2.7 Debut
- Hello Kitty Island Adventure gets multiple updates, including the Sunshine Celebration and City Classics patch 2.7.
- Sunshine Celebration event launches on July 10, 2025, with sunscreen as the currency this year.
- New additions in the City Classics update include tourist kiosk, Tourist Shop, and new questlines.
- Updates are live on Apple devices with the Switch and PC versions coming soon.
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Apple Remains in Trump's Crosshairs as Trade Advisor Again Criticizes China Reliance
- U.S. trade director Peter Navarro criticized Apple, stating the company thinks it's 'too big to tariff', may not receive tariff exemption.
- Navarro accused Tim Cook of delaying manufacturing shift from China to U.S., called it a long-standing issue in Silicon Valley.
- Trump administration imposing steep tariffs on various countries as trade deals are renegotiated, raising concerns for Apple.
- President Trump has suggested Apple should manufacture in the U.S., but challenges include cost, expertise, and component sourcing.
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What time does Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 release?
- Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4, a modernized version of the classic skate games, is about to be released with updated roster of skaters, challenges, and modes.
- The game will be available on Steam at 11 p.m. EDT on Thursday, July 10, in different time zones.
- Playable characters in the game include real skateboarding names like Tony Hawk and Rayssa “Fadinha” Leal, and unexpected ones like Michelangelo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
- The game retains the original locations and challenges from the classic versions, offering secret tapes, unique spots, and high scores to aim for with combos, with a change in the campaign design for the fourth game.
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Sharp Appliances Have Great Ace Attorney Art and Voices
- Sharp will release home appliances to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of The Great Ace Attorney with visuals and audio inspired by the games.
- Newly recorded voice lines by the original Japanese voice cast of the games will be featured in the appliances.
- The collaboration includes an air purifier and an electric cooking pot with The Great Ace Attorney visuals, available for pre-order in Japan from July 9 to September 30, 2025.
- The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles is available on PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows PC to coincide with the celebration of the series' 10th anniversary.
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WaPo: ‘Apple faces existential problems and is in need of new blood’
- Apple faces mounting challenges in the tech landscape, including geopolitical tensions, regulatory scrutiny, and market dynamics.
- The company is struggling to keep up with technological shifts, notably missing the AI paradigm shift and facing antitrust issues.
- Adam Lashinsky suggests Apple needs new leadership to address its existential problems and outdated product strategy.
- Despite upcoming product launches like the Vision Pro headset, critics argue that Apple should have had a visionary leader preparing for technological advancements like AI.
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Peak went from a canceled game that couldn’t get funding to selling millions on Steam
- Aggro Crab faced setbacks with a canceled project before developing Peak.
- Peak, a fun and bizarre survival game, was created through a game jam in Korea.
- The game unexpectedly sold millions of copies and received positive reviews for its gameplay.
- Expressive character designs and unique climbing mechanics make Peak stand out.
- Despite initial challenges, Peak's success has led to ongoing updates and future plans.
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Nvidia Beats Apple to $4 Trillion Market Value
- Nvidia became the first public company to reach a $4 trillion market value, surpassing Apple.
- Nvidia's shares briefly rose to $164, hovering at the $3.9 trillion mark after dropping back to around $163 per share.
- Nvidia's rapid growth is attributed to the demand for its AI server chips, boosting its market value significantly.
- Microsoft follows Nvidia with a market value of $3.74 trillion, while Apple has a market value of $3.14 trillion.
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Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Ranked Matches Will Return
- Bandai Namco announced that Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Ranked Matches, which had encountered bugs causing three issues, will return on July 10, 2025, after maintenance to resolve the problems.
- The three issues affecting the game included unfair rankings and rewards, win streak bonuses not ending even after losing, and demotions to D5 regardless of performance during Season 0.
- With the upcoming maintenance, all three issues will be completely fixed, and the game will start Season 1 afresh, wiping out any progress made during the problematic period.
- Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero recently introduced the Shallot DLC, a character from Dragon Ball Legends, and is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC via Steam.
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Apple to upgrade its struggling Vision Pro headset with faster chip, new strap
- Apple plans to launch an upgraded $3,499 Vision Pro headset this year with a faster processor, improved AI-compatible components, and a redesigned strap for better comfort.
- The new model is reported to have a lighter weight, use an M4 processor, and feature more cores in the neural engine for enhanced processing power.
- Apple is also working on new straps to reduce neck strain and head pain, addressing a common complaint about the existing 1.4-pound Vision Pro headset.
- Despite facing challenges like lack of compelling apps and low sales figures, Apple aims to revamp the Vision Pro to improve its performance, comfort, and market appeal.
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Nvidia, not Apple, first to historic $4 trillion market value
- Nvidia became the first public company to reach a $4 trillion market cap, surpassing Apple, driven by strong demand for AI technologies.
- Nvidia's market value growth reflects Wall Street's confidence in AI advancements, with its high-performance chips at the forefront of this sector.
- Nvidia's market value tripled in a year, faster than Apple and Microsoft, positioning it as an early AI winner and the largest tech weight on the S&P 500.
- Nvidia's market value exceeds that of Apple and Microsoft, worth more than the Canadian and Mexican stock markets combined, and surpassing the total value of all publicly listed companies in the UK.
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Palworld PS5 Data Loss Fix May Mean Deleting Save Files
- Palworld PS5 players experienced a data loss bug, identified by Pocketpair, requiring affected users to delete all save files due to corruption associated with CE-100022-5 and CE-100096-6 errors.
- An official fix to address the issue globally will be released on July 10, 2025, by Pocketpair, addressing the bug that arises from having too many Palworld PS5 save files, causing console errors and potential data loss.
- The 0.6.2 patch notes for Palworld PS5 introduce measures to prevent save data loss and corruption, limiting saves to a maximum of 10 and enhancing overall save system stability. Users with more than 11 save instances need to manually delete excess files.
- The latest Palworld update, Tides of Terraria, integrated Pals and weapons from another indie title. Palworld, available on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC in early access, will address the PS5 save data bug in the upcoming 0.6.2 patch on July 10, 2025.
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Jeff Williams Retiring as Apple’s COO
- Jeff Williams will be stepping down as Apple's chief operating officer and transitioning his role to Sabih Khan, senior vice president of Operations, in a long-planned succession.
- Williams will continue to oversee Apple's design team, Apple Watch, and the company's Health initiatives until late in the year when he retires.
- After Williams leaves, Apple's design team will report directly to Apple CEO Tim Cook, with no immediate successor announced for the leadership of Apple Watch and Health initiatives.
- Speculation suggests that various responsibilities, such as watchOS and health software, may be distributed among different executives within Apple, with ongoing discussions about finding a replacement for the design leadership role.
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Downloading Xcode With a Passkey
- When trying to download the new Xcode beta, a user encountered an annoying Safari behavior specific to Apple's sites, where the Apple Account sign-in prompt didn't allow using the developer ID.
- The user attempted to use the 'Sign in with Passkey' feature to simplify the login process, but faced technical difficulties and found it limited to personal Apple IDs.
- The user was unable to find an option to create a passkey for the developer account on Apple's sites and expressed frustration with the lack of clear documentation and support regarding passkeys.
- The issue highlights challenges with the passkey feature for developer accounts and raises concerns about the usability and functionality of passkeys in the Apple ecosystem.
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