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An app meant to archive video of actions taken by ICE has been removed from the App Store, with Apple still under pressure by the Department of Justice.

ICEBlock isn't the only ICE-tracking app that Apple and Google have removed

An app meant to archive video of actions taken by ICE has been removed from the App Store, with Apple still under pressure by the Department of Justice.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 3h

A social media influencer known for photography work and tech reviews has been invited to Colorado by Apple, but no details have been shared beyond the gift of a backpack filled with essentials for the trip.

Apple has summoned influencers to Colorado, for reasons unknown

A social media influencer known for photography work and tech reviews has been invited to Colorado by Apple, but no details have been shared beyond the gift of a backpack filled with essentials for the trip.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 4h

A new analyst note provides little detail, but seems to reiterate previous claims of Apple using multiple metals in its iPhone Fold frame design.

Apple's iPhone Fold could use titanium and aluminum in the frame

A new analyst note provides little detail, but seems to reiterate previous claims of Apple using multiple metals in its iPhone Fold frame design.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 6h

A breach of popular cross-platform communications app Discord may be incredibly serious, with a security research group claiming that 2.1 million passport and driving license photos were taken by hackers, versus the official claims of a "limited number of users."

Discord support was breached, and accounts vary on how bad it was

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 7h

Tips: You can still make an external macOS bootable drive, but Apple's tighter security procedures mean you have to prepare for it before your internal drive fails. Here's how to do it all, and what's been changed from before, in macOS Tahoe.

How to make an external bootable drive in macOS Tahoe

You can still make an external macOS bootable drive, but Apple's tighter security procedures mean you have to prepare for it before your internal drive fails. Here's how to do it all, and what's been changed from before, in macOS Tahoe.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 7h

Developers producing iOS and iPadOS apps will have to abide by a Texas law that forces user age verification on the App Store. Apple has a new API to help developers comply.

Developers must comply with new Texas age requirement law, and Apple has detailed how

Developers producing iOS and iPadOS apps will have to abide by a Texas law that forces user age verification on the App Store. Apple has a new API to help developers comply.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 8h

Starting on October 8, Apple Watch users in Canada can now receive hypertension notifications, expanding a feature already available in more than 150 countries worldwide.

Canadians can now opt in to hypertension monitoring on Apple Watch

Starting on October 8, Apple Watch users in Canada can now receive hypertension notifications, expanding a feature already available in more than 150 countries worldwide.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 9h

October Prime Day deals on AirPods, Beats, Bose offer up to 51% off, but they end tonight

From AirPods 4 to Beats Studio Pro, Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days discounts on headphones provide shoppers with up to $180 off.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 10h

You weren't holding it wrong. Fifteen years after iPhone 4's ridiculously named "Antennagate," a coder has uncovered the mistake in 20 bytes of code that made the controversy as huge as it was.

Fifteen years later, a developer dives into Antennagate that cost Apple $175 million

You weren't holding it wrong. Fifteen years after iPhone 4's ridiculously named "Antennagate," a coder has uncovered the mistake in 20 bytes of code that made the controversy as huge as it was.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 10h

Synology has backed down from only allowing certified hard drives that it conveniently sells in its 2025 network attached storage device line -- but the new 7.3 DSM update is far from a complete reversal of policy.

Synology caves & allows all hard drives in 2025 NAS range - for now

Synology has backed down from only allowing certified hard drives that it conveniently sells in its 2025 network attached storage device line -- but the new 7.3 DSM update is far from a complete reversal of policy.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 11h

Apple may be close to settling its current antitrust case with the European Commission, which could mean escaping the threat of daily financial penalties over App Store policies.

Apple's EU Digital Markets Act antitrust debacle may be settled soon

Apple may be close to settling its current antitrust case with the European Commission, which could mean escaping the threat of daily financial penalties over App Store policies.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 12h

Apple is trying out an update to the Apple Store's MagSafe chargers, hoping to quash complaints that iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air models in Apple Stores are being scratched by their display stands.

Scratch that -- Apple Stores try updating MagSafe chargers to stop 'scratchgate'

Apple is trying out an update to the Apple Store's MagSafe chargers, hoping to quash complaints that iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air models in Apple Stores are being scratched by their display stands.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 12h

Apple's decision to comply with an order to remove ICEBlock from the App Store goes against its previous stance to stand for the rights of its users, former Apple execs have declared.

Ex-execs slam Tim Cook for eroding Apple's moral authority after ICEBlock pull

Apple's decision to comply with an order to remove ICEBlock from the App Store goes against its previous stance to stand for the rights of its users, former Apple employees have declared.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

Apple Podcasts will soon have a new hire with NPR and Spotify credentials, Collin Campbell. There's no word on what role he will have with Apple.

NPR podcasting strategy chief reportedly joining Apple

Apple Podcasts will soon have a new hire with NPR and Spotify credentials, Collin Campbell. There's no word on what role he will have with Apple.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

Brother's MFC-J4335DW all-in-one printer keeps things simple and affordable enough for casual printing, with trade-offs you'll want to know about before buying.

Brother MFC-J4335DW INKvestment Tank printer review: Decent, but know what you're signing up for

Brother's MFC-J4335DW all-in-one printer keeps things simple and affordable enough for casual printing, with trade-offs you'll want to know about before buying.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

If you've been looking for the perfect portable power station that doesn't break the bank or your back, the Elite 30 V2 comes in a range of colors and provides 288Wh at up to 600W, discounted by $105.

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Bluetti's latest Colorful Elite 30 V2 is joined by excellent Prime Big Deal Days discounts

If you've been looking for the perfect portable power station that doesn't break the bank or your back, the Elite 30 V2 comes in a range of colors and provides 288Wh at up to 600W, discounted by $105.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

Apple is reportedly very close to making a deal to stream Formula 1 races through its Apple TV+ streaming platform -- and it could be announced during the United States Grand Prix.

Apple's F1 streaming deal may be on the final lap

Apple is reportedly very close to making a deal to stream Formula 1 races through its Apple TV+ streaming platform -- and it could be announced during the United States Grand Prix.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

Apple's budget-friendly iPhone line is rumored to get an upgrade in early 2026, with rumors suggesting an iPhone 17e is in the works. Here's what to expect, and when.

iPhone 17e rumors: Dynamic Island, A19 chip, and more

Apple's budget-friendly iPhone line is rumored to get an upgrade in early 2026, with rumors suggesting an iPhone 17e is in the works. Here's what to expect, and when.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

A new monitor is one of the easiest ways to enhance your Mac or iPad computing experience, and for Amazon's Fall Deal Days, you can save hundreds on an upgrade for a limited time!

Save hundreds of dollars on these best monitor deals for your Mac & iPad

A new monitor is one of the easiest ways to enhance your Mac or iPad computing experience -- and for Amazon's Fall Prime Big Deal Days, you can save hundreds on an upgrade for a limited time.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

Two nearly 20-year-old Sims spin-offs, "MySims" and "MySims Kingdom," are getting a fresh release on Apple Arcade in November.

EA resurrects nearly 20-year-old 'MySims' games for Apple Arcade this November

Two nearly 20-year-old Sims spin-offs, "MySims" and "MySims Kingdom," are getting a fresh release on Apple Arcade in November.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

It is the perfect time to upgrade your vehicle's infotainment with Wireless CarPlay, streaming apps, or even a mirrored iPhone with Ottocast. Get an extra 15% off during fall Prime Day.

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Get a bonus 15% off on top of Prime Day deals on Ottocast's new CarPlay adapters

It is the perfect time to upgrade your vehicle's infotainment with Wireless CarPlay, streaming apps, or even a mirrored iPhone with Ottocast. Get an additional 15% off during fall Prime Day.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

The iPad mini, often seen as Apple's pocket-sized luxury, has dropped to $379 during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event.

Amazon's $379 iPad mini 7 deal shaves $120 off Apple's smallest tablet

The iPad mini, often seen as Apple's pocket-sized luxury, has dropped to $379 during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale event.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

Despite mostly ignoring the role that Find My can play to recover stolen iPhones shortly after a theft, police in the UK have managed to bust a major smartphone theft ring, after a victim tracked their iPhone with the technology.

Find My on iPhone key to UK cops smashing major smartphone theft ring

Despite mostly ignoring the role that Find My can play to recover stolen iPhones shortly after a theft, police in the UK have managed to bust a major smartphone theft ring, after a victim tracked their iPhone with the technology.

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AppleInsider @appleinsider.com · 1d

Apple’s "Underdogs" have returned in a new video, with the BetterBag crew weathering the storm of a convention battered by the Blue Screen of Death thanks to Mac security.

The Underdogs return to attack the Windows Blue Screen of Death

Apple's "Underdogs" have returned in a new video, with the BetterBag crew weathering the storm of a convention battered by the Blue Screen of Death thanks to Mac security.

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Constrained supplies of the M4 iPad Pro and the lower-end 14-inch MacBook Pro at Apple retail are the best sign yet that Apple will launch M5 models very soon.

Dwindling iPad Pro & MacBook Pro dwindling supplies herald imminent update

Constrained supplies of the M4 iPad Pro and the lower end 14-inch MacBook Pro at Apple retail are the best sign yet that Apple will launch M5 models very soon.

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