By news@appleinsider.com (Charles Martin) Following the demise of Apple’s own automotive project, the company’s attention has turned to the next-generation CarPlay and its relationship with automakers.A visualization of CarPlayAlthough Apple first debuted a next-generation CarPlay concept in the summer of 2022, only two automakers thus far — Porsche and Aston-Martin — have committed to the product. More carmakers have signed on to the more comprehensive and built-in Android Automotive technology.This is different from the first-gen Android Auto, in that the Automotive system is embedded in the vehicle at the factory. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple’s next-gen CarPlay still runs on the iPhone, which provides greater flexibility, but no opportunity for licensing. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Apple’s next AirPods launch is set to be its biggest yet, with a report claiming that up to 25 million units will be entering mass production in the summer for a fall release.AirPods 3 on a notebookApple has been rumored to be bringing out various updates to its AirPods range, including the possibility of two fourth-generation models. Now, it is said that the supply chain is getting into gear for what could be Apple’s biggest AirPods launch ever.Writing in the “Power On” newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman writes that Apple is preparing to manufacture between 20 million and 25 million units. This is apparently higher than the launch plans of earlier models. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Stephen Silver) In the latest Apple Crime Blotter, an indicted Google engineer used Apple products to avoid suspicion, a school official is indicted for stealing iPads, and Find My helps arrest an AirPods thief.Apple Store on Walnut Street in Philadelphia The latest in an occasional AppleInsider feature, looking at Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) An attempted class-action lawsuit against Apple is being allowed to proceed, after plaintiffs convinced a judge that there are negligence issues surrounding the AirTags tracker.AirTag on a keyring. Initially filed in December 2022 and amended in October 2023 following an “explosion of reporting,” the lawsuit from dozens of people in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has become a problem for Apple.On Friday, U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria ruled that some of the claims in the lawsuit were sufficiently argued enough to proceed. Accusations of negligence and product liability made it through, reports Bloomberg, but other claims were dismissed by the judge. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Christine McKee) Best Buy has issued $450 to $600 price drops on Apple’s M1 iMac 24-inch, delivering the lowest prices on record for the closeout models. The flash sale ends tonight, though, so don’t delay.Pick up the M1 iMac 24-inch for $849.99 at Best Buy, a discount of $450 off retail, and the cheapest price available, according to our M1 iMac Price Guide.7-core GPU for $849.99The flash deal applies to the standard model with a 7-core GPU, 8GB memory and 256GB SSD. Those looking to upgrade to the 8-core GPU can save even more, with the 8GB RAM / 256GB SSD config on sale for $899.99 in select colors, a discount of $600 off retail. Continue Reading on AppleInsider
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) The paused courtroom fight between Apple and Epic Games in Australia is set to resume, but with a similar lawsuit against Google being incorporated into the same trial.Still from Epic Games ‘Free Fortnite’ videoAs part of its global legal battle against Apple over the popular game “Fortnite,” Epic Games attempted to bring the battle to Australian courts in 2020. However, in April 2021, a judge ordered a stay on the case until the U.S. version of the dispute reached a conclusion.With the American litigation all but concluded entirely, the courtroom action in Australia is preparing to start again. This time, Apple won’t be the only one having to fend off Epic Games, as Google will also be in the same courtroom. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Charles Martin) A bug in the release version of macOS Sonoma 14.4 causes Java processes to terminate unexpectedly, so Mac users who need to run Java should delay updating.The new issue is affecting all versions of Java from version 8 on up, including current early access builds. There is currently no workaround available, according to Oracle.The flaw wasn’t seen in the betas leading up to the release of 14.4, according to Oracle Senior Director of Product Management Aurelio Garcia-Ribeyro. “Ahead-of-Time compiled applications created with GraalVM Native Image should not be affected, but your ability to build new images may be,” he noted in a post warning about the flaw.Oracle has notified its partners in OpenJDK, customers, and Apple of the problem. Since there is no easy way to revert a macOS update, affected Apple Silicon Mac users who have already upgraded to version 14.4 will have to wait for a fix from Apple to overcome the issue. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Chip Loder) Apple services use a variety of ports and connections that may not be immediately accessible when used on a corporate network. Here’s how to access them on enterprise networks.16-inch MacBook ProSecurity is a big issue when using devices to connect to Apple Services – especially for enterprise networks.In enterprise, security is a top concern due to the fact that companies and organizations are constantly under external pressure from hackers, ransomware, denial of service (DoS), botnets, and other attacks. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Christine McKee) Today’s best streaming deals deliver discounts of up to 75% off plans from Max, Paramount Plus, Hulu and Apple TV Plus.Save up to 75% with these streaming service deals.Whether you’re looking to binge watch a new series entirely or can’t wait to catch the latest episode of 90 Day Fiance on Max, there are plenty of streaming deals in effect now with discounts of up to 75% off. We’ve compiled the best offers from Max, Hulu, Paramount Plus, and Apple TV Plus below. Continue Reading on AppleInsider
By news@appleinsider.com (Charles Martin) Apple launched a web-based version of the Apple Vision Pro App Store on Friday, giving non-owners a way to see what apps are available and newly added to the Vision Pro’s nascent but growing library.For those who are “window shopping” for an Apple Vision Pro, or are just interested in seeing what’s new, the App Store for Apple’s latest hardware addition is now available.The new headset-based App Store, spotted by 9to5Mac, is available via Apple’s main website. Just like Apple’s other storefronts, it includes new additions, stories about selected apps, and what Apple deems as “Hot This Week,” among other sections.As with the iPhone, iPad, and Mac App Stores, the product pages for each app include screenshots that show how the app looks on the Vision Pro. Also available are “What’s New” with the latest version, ratings and reviews, and information on app privacy and whether there are in-app purchases, just as with the other App Stores. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
