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Get Started with Apple's FastVLM: A Step-By-Step Guide
- Apple’s FastVLM is a groundbreaking Vision Language Model known for its speed and accuracy, using FastViTHD for real-time performance and efficiency.
- Its smallest variant surpasses competitors in speed, being 85x faster Time-to-First-Token and 3.4x smaller in size.
- FastVLM's larger models outperform competitors with 7.9x faster Time-to-First-Token using just a single image encoder.
- To install and run FastVLM, prerequisites include a GPU like RTX A6000, 100GB storage, 16GB VRAM, and Anaconda installed.
- Using a GPU-powered Virtual Machine by NodeShift simplifies Cloud deployments and meets high computing requirements.
- Steps include setting up a NodeShift account, creating a GPU node, selecting configurations for GPU and storage, choosing authentication method, and deploying the node.
- Connecting to the active Compute Node via SSH, setting up the project environment with dependencies, and downloading and running the model are integral parts of the process.
- To run inference with FastVLM, users can describe images or extract text using specific commands on chosen models and image files.
- FastVLM's innovative FastViTHD encoder reduces visual token counts and latency, ensuring real-time performance even with high-resolution images.
- NodeShift cloud provides GPU-powered Virtual Machines for efficient FastVLM deployment, compliant with industry standards for seamless integration and performance.
- By leveraging NodeShift's platform, developers can easily set up and run FastVLM, catering to diverse applications from mobile devices to large-scale cloud environments.
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In Praise of the iPad mini 7
- The iPad mini with A17 Pro and 8Gb of RAM is available for $399 through some retail partners.
- The compact size of the iPad mini makes it convenient to carry around and use for tasks like browsing emails, RSS feeds, and reading.
- While the iPad Pro may not offer all the features of a MacBook, the iPad mini is praised for its capabilities, size, and price as a versatile device.
- Using the iPad mini for tasks it excels at, like reading and casual browsing, is recommended over trying to use it with a keyboard for more complex activities.
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Fortnite unavailable on iPhones globally after Apple rejects App Store release
- Fortnite is now unavailable on iPhones and iPads globally as Apple blocked its release in the App Store for US and Europe.
- Apple requested Epic Sweden to resubmit the app update without the US App Store, but Epic Games chose not to comply, leading to Fortnite's removal from the App Store.
- The conflict between Apple and Epic Games dates back to 2020 when Epic filed an antitrust lawsuit, leading to various legal battles and court rulings.
- Epic Games was planning to return to the App Store in the US following a court ruling, but Apple's latest actions have disrupted Fortnite's availability worldwide.
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Apple stops signing iPadOS 17.7.7 over app logging issues
- Apple has stopped signing iPadOS 17.7.7 due to app logging issues, planning to re-release it after fixing the problem.
- The issue causes iPad apps to log users out and behave as if freshly installed after updating to iPadOS 17.7.7, affecting older iPads.
- iPadOS 17.7.7 was meant for older devices and included bug fixes, but it introduced an app logging problem for specific iPad models.
- Standard troubleshooting fixes and even device resets do not solve the app logging issue caused by iPadOS 17.7.7, leading to frustrations for users trying to use their apps.
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Apple officially rejects Fortnite mobile App Store submission as Epic Games pulls game from platform worldwide
- Apple has officially rejected the Fortnite mobile app submission by Epic Games for the iOS App Store.
- After a court ruling requiring third-party payment options, Epic Games resubmitted the app for approval, but faced delays in the review process.
- As a response to the rejection, Epic Games has made Fortnite mobile unavailable worldwide, including in the European Union.
- This move could potentially lead to another legal dispute between Epic Games and Apple over the cross-platform functionality and App Store policies.
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Apple Again Named the World's Most Valuable Brand
- Apple has been named the most valuable global brand for the fourth consecutive year, with its brand now valued at $1.29 trillion, a 28% year-over-year increase.
- Kantar's BrandZ Global Top 100 ranking assigns Apple the top position based on brand performance, consumer trust, premium positioning, and successful diversification across hardware, software, and services.
- Apple's brand value constitutes approximately 12% of the total value of the BrandZ Global Top 100, which is $10.7 trillion in 2025.
- Apple's lead in the BrandZ ranking surpasses other major technology firms like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Nvidia, reflecting its strong performance in consumer technology and luxury categories.
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Alfiecg_dev shares details about an updated untethered iOS 14 jailbreak that uses the Trigon exploit
- Security researcher @alfiecg_dev introduces an updated untethered iOS 14 jailbreak using the Trigon exploit.
- The original Trigon exploit had limited support for older devices and firmware due to a kernel panic issue with A11 devices, which has now been resolved.
- The newer version of Trigon now supports A7-A9 and A11 devices, offering increased stability, faster response time, and cleaned up code.
- While the updated Trigon exploit will be released for all arm64 devices in the future, there is no specific timeline provided by @alfiecg_dev yet.
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Epic Games pulls and re-submits Fortnite app submission to iOS App Store as Apple stalls
- Epic Games resubmitted Fortnite to Apple's App Store following a judge's ruling against Apple's commission fees on in-app purchases.
- The re-submission was done under a Swedish developer account due to Epic Games' US account ban.
- A new Fortnite update with new content requires an app update, leading Epic Games to pull and re-submit the app to Apple.
- Apple has neither accepted nor rejected the re-submitted Fortnite app yet, leaving the outcome uncertain for iOS users.
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Apple Maps now lets you find fine-dining restaurants, hotels and golf courses via Michelin reviews and more
- Apple Maps now features ratings and reviews from Michelin and other expert sources for top-ranked restaurants, hotels, and golf courses in the United States.
- Users can now find Michelin-starred restaurants, Green Star, and Bib Gourmand-reviewed places on Apple Maps, along with reviews from The Infatuation and Golf Digest.
- Users in the U.S. can filter search results in Apple Maps to discover Michelin distinctions for restaurants and book hotels directly within the app.
- In addition to Michelin distinctions, Apple Maps also offers curated guides from industry experts like Michelin Guide, The Infatuation, and Golf Digest to enhance user experience.
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How to undo or remove all photo edits on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Learn how to revert edits and adjustments made to a photo or video on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac and get the original, unedited version back.
- Apple’s Photos app allows easy editing, applying filters, cropping, and more, with non-destructive editing that preserves the original image.
- You can undo changes within the editing interface on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and revert all changes to restore the original image.
- Additional steps include using Image Capture on Mac to view both edited and original versions, checking other devices if using iCloud Photos, redownloading the original photo from the source, and removing extra edits using Clean Up or other apps.
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Apple Music transfer tool: How to bring your songs, albums, and playlists from Spotify and other music services
- Apple has introduced a new tool on May 12, 2025, for transferring songs, albums, and playlists from Spotify, Amazon Music, and other supported music services to Apple Music.
- The tool is currently available in Australia and New Zealand, with plans to expand to more countries later.
- Users can transfer music from compatible services by signing in, selecting songs and playlists to transfer, and adding them to the Apple Music library.
- The tool, which uses SongShift for music transfer, allows users to easily switch between music services without losing their library data.
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Apple beefs up parental controls: what it means for kids | Kaspersky official blog
- Apple announced new initiatives for safer environment for kids using their devices, including easier setup of kids' accounts and sharing children's age with app developers for content control.
- Updates will be available later this year, with simplified Child Account creation and age editing options for parents.
- Apple will apply age-appropriate web content filters if parents don't set up devices for under-13 children; parental consent will be required for app downloads.
- New Declared Age Range API aims to address online age verification issue, allowing parents to authorize sharing age category with app developers.
- Apple introduces an updated age rating system with five categories to provide clearer app appropriateness information.
- Apple and Meta disagree on responsibility for online child safety, with Meta advocating age verification by app stores and Apple emphasizing app developer responsibility.
- There are concerns about entrusting child safety to tech giants profit from addictive products; Apple and Meta have faced criticisms over targeting young users.
- Child psychology experts warn about negative effects of unlimited digital content consumption on children's mental and physical health.
- Apple's advancements may be futile if third-party app developers do not cooperate; relying solely on tech giants' solutions is cautioned against.
- Kaspersky Safe Kids offers parental control solution to monitor child's activity, customize restrictions, and prevent digital addiction.
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Security researcher shares PoC for CVE-2023-41992 local privilege escalation bug
- Apple patched a security vulnerability (CVE-2023-41992) in iOS & iPadOS 16.7 discovered by Bill Marczak, which allowed local privilege escalation.
- iOS security researcher @karzan_0x455 shared a proof of concept for the CVE-2023-41992 vulnerability showing how it can be exploited.
- The proof of concept demonstrates the local privilege escalation bug, providing insights for potential hackers to create exploits, jailbreaks, or TrollStore installation methods.
- While the bug may not lead to immediate jailbreaks due to additional security bypass requirements, it could be valuable for future projects like alternative installation methods up to iOS & iPadOS 17.0.
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Max is Going to Be HBO Max Again
- Warner Bros. Discovery is reverting the name of HBO Max back to HBO Max from just Max after two years.
- This decision comes after realizing that dropping the well-known HBO brand name for a generic one may not have been a good idea.
- The move is driven by a focus on consistent, high-quality content that the HBO brand is renowned for.
- The rebranding reflects a shift towards offering something distinct and great for adults and families.
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Apple Maps Now Features Insights From 'Expert Sources' Like Michelin Guide
- Apple Maps app is being updated with insights, ratings, and reviews from expert sources to help users find top-ranked restaurants, hotels, and more.
- Users can search for Michelin-starred, Green Star, and Bib Gourmand restaurants, along with Michelin Key hotels in the U.S., with plans for expansion to other regions.
- Apple is integrating insights and accolades from MICHELIN Guide, The Infatuation, and Golf Digest into Maps to enhance the user experience.
- Additional expert sources such as The Infatuation and Golf Digest will also contribute rankings and insights to the Maps app, offering users a more comprehensive resource.
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