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Apple removed the Touch Bar from the MacBook Pro lineup and replaced it with traditional function keys. The Touch Bar had dynamic controls that changed with each app and allowed customization with shortcuts. The function keys are reliable and familiar, but the removal of the Touch Bar may have lost innovative potential.
Technology | Rating: 93 | 2024-06-18 02:15:45 PM |
The European Union reportedly satisfied with Apple's plans to open iPhone's NFC technology to third-party developers, following an antitrust investigation. Apple agreed to provide open access to the iPhone's NFC, allowing competitors to access the technology, in response to charges of violating competition law. The European Commission charged Apple in 2022, claiming Apple was preventing competitors from accessing its near-field communication technology to favor Apple Pay.
Technology | Duplicated with: 1 | Rating: 88 | 2024-06-18 01:45:36 PM |
Apple is introducing an AI curriculum at its Apple Developer Academy locations in Brazil, Indonesia, Italy, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, and the United States. The curriculum will focus on tools and technologies that utilize artificial intelligence, including the fundamentals of AI technologies, Core ML, and training AI models from scratch.
Technology | Duplicated with: 1 | Rating: 89 | 2024-06-18 01:05:37 PM |
Apple has removed the Siri watch face from Apple Watch, as of the launch of watchOS 11. The decision is likely to push users towards the new Smart Stacks interface option. The Siri face debuted with much potential but stalled, while a new widget system has been introduced on Apple Watch.
Technology | Rating: 88 | 2024-06-18 12:35:19 PM |
The European Union is set to agree to the latest changes proposed by Apple in a years-long Apple Pay antitrust investigation. The investigation was launched due to complaints of anticompetitive behavior, as Apple Pay only allowed access to its NFC chip through its own Wallet app, requiring banks and finance companies to give a small cut of transaction fees to Apple.
Technology | Rating: 88 | 2024-06-18 12:05:44 PM |
Apple is trying to persuade car makers to adopt its next-gen CarPlay, which takes over all or most of the vehicle's displays. The company is considering a feature called punch-through, which allows the car's own UI to take over in limited cases. This feature could be applied more generally to keep everyone happy.
Technology | Rating: 87 | 2024-06-18 11:25:59 AM |
Apple's 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro with 36GB of memory and a 512GB SSD is available for $2,549 shipped, a $350 price drop from its regular price of $2,899. This configuration can be found on Amazon, $100 under the sale price at B&H, and still fetches the full MSRP at Best Buy.
Technology | Rating: 92 | 2024-06-18 11:16:53 AM |
Apple Pencil 2nd Gen is available for purchase, and Amazon is offering a 4-pack of official Apple Pencil Tips at 37% off the regular price of $19. The tips are compatible with Apple Pencil 1st gen, Apple Pencil (USB-C), and Apple Pencil 2nd gen. The deal is available for Prime members or in orders over $35 with free shipping.
Technology | Rating: 83 | 2024-06-18 11:16:45 AM |
Apple has released the M2 Pro chip with a 12-core CPU, 19-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine, featuring 32GB of unified memory and 1TB of SSD storage. The iMac does not have an upgrade path, whereas the Mac mini has more powerful configuration options, starting at $2199.
Technology | Rating: 88 | 2024-06-18 05:55:20 AM |
JPack believes that folding products are inevitable, driven by the desire for larger screens. Apple is hesitant to launch a folding device due to concerns about mechanical reliability. The company wants to ensure that its products last for at least 5 years, unlike Android devices which are often replaced within 1-3 years.
Technology | Rating: 87 | 2024-06-18 02:05:22 AM |