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Update: Apple reinstates Epic's iOS developer account after EU inquiry
Apple blames Epic's 'Epic’s past and ongoing behavior' for the decision.
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Stop reading this and go update your Apple device
Apple just delivered critical security patches to everything it sells.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: New MacBook Air, iPads, and more coming this month
Apple just released a MacBook Air update, but what else can we expect this month? In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the very busy spring season that Apple has in store.
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Every new Apple product coming in 2024
We predict the upcoming Apple product releases in 2024 and recap on what launched in 2023. Here are the new Apple products we expect to come out in 2024 and beyond.
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Three (and a half) reasons to upgrade to iOS 17.4 now
Not every iOS release is worth grabbing right away, but iOS 17.4 certainly is—especially if you live in the EU.
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iOS 17 superguide: What's new in iOS 17
What you need to know about iOS 17, including when it came out, what's new in the latest version, and new features coming soon.
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iOS 17.4 has arrived with major App Store changes, new emoji, and more
This iOS release adds support for third-party app stores in the EU, enhances iMessage security, adds new emojis, and more.
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Apple faces mammoth $2 billion EU fine over Spotify App Store complaint
Accused of abusing App Store's market dominance.
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Home Screen web apps are not going away after all
Apple blames the ‘enormous amount of engineering’ it took to comply with the Digital Markets Act, but has reversed course.
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Does a Mac come with antivirus?
Find out what Apple does to keep your Mac safe from viruses and malware – and whether Apple's built-in antivirus is enough.
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Tim Cook teases that Apple will ‘break new ground’ in AI this year
iOS 18 is shaping up to be a breakthrough release.
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Is a VPN safe for iPhone/iPad?
VPNs protect your data and hide your location, but are they safe to use, will they slow your iPhone down, and could you fall foul of the law?
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macOS 14 Sonoma superguide
Here's what you need to know about macOS Sonoma including new features, macOS 14.4 release date, and what's coming in future updates.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: iOS 18, iPad, and Apple Ring rumors!
A lot of rumors have been running through the mill, and we’re going to discuss what seems feasible, what seems unlikely, and more in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
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iOS versions: Every version of iOS from the oldest to the newest
The complete iOS version history including the latest version of iOS, which versions of iOS are still supported, and when each version launched.
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WWDC 2024: Everything you need to know
What you need to know about Apple's WWDC 2024 including likely date and time, rumors, how to watch the keynote, and the expected product and software updates.
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macOS versions: Every version including the latest
A complete list of every version of Mac OS X and macOS in order, from the first to the current version of macOS.
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Report: macOS redesign is coming, but not this year
Maybe Apple will fix the System Settings design.
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