TikTok ready to “move to the courts” to prevent ban in US
Company points out that proposed ban would run afoul of the First Amendment. Enlarge (credit: Sheldon Coope | SOPA Images | LightRocket | Getty Images) TikTok is gearing up for a long legal battle to fight legislation i.....»»
Best apps to get your phone Christmas ready
Whether you love the holidays or not, it's that time of year again. Here are some apps and games to help make the holidays a little easier......»»
Nobody wants this but a TikTok ban is starting to seem inevitable
A Federal Court of Appeals ruled against TikTok and now a ban seems very likely, even though nobody wants it......»»
TikTok’s two paths to avoid US ban: Beg SCOTUS or woo Trump
TikTok loss could lead to US ban next month. On Friday, a US appeals court upheld a federal law that could ban or force a sale of TikTok early next year. Biden signed the Protecti.....»»
TikTok ban still coming in January after new US law upheld
TikTok’s US ban is looming, and a new ruling by an appeals court has removed one of the last reasons for hope that the ban might not go into effect. more….....»»
Dispensing privilege and favors: How luxury brands emulate royal courts
Wealth-seeking consumers must court luxury brands to convince them to grant the coveted and privileged access to specific products, called "enrichment goods," which they know will re-sell at substantially higher prices in the second-hand market, new.....»»
Now Indonesia says Apple will build it a $1 billion plant to end the iPhone 16 ban
An Indonesian minister reports that Apple will now build a manufacturing plant in the country to make iPhone components, and presumably thereby get the iPhone 16 ban lifted.Jakarta - Image credit: Tom Fisk/PexelsPreviously on Indonesia vs Apple... Ap.....»»
Brazilian court overturns injunction imposed on Apple’s App Store
Following a report earlier today about Apple appealing a Brazilian antitrust regulator’s ruling on the App Store, the Brazilian courts decided on Thursday night to overturn the injunction imposed on Apple, which would have forced the company to ena.....»»
Apple appeals Brazilian regulator’s decision requiring sideloading in iOS
As we recently reported, the Brazilian antitrust regulator known as “Cade” recently ruled that Apple can no longer prevent developers from selling content and distributing apps outside the App Store in Brazil. Unsurprisingly, Apple is now appeali.....»»
Deals: M4 iPad Pro $400 off, Magic Keyboard $113 off, Apple Solo Loops from $17, Find My gear, more
The post-Black Friday deals roll on today with our headliner that delivers a massive $400 price drop on Apple’s 2TB 13-inch M4 iPad Pro – this one likely won’t last long. From there, we move over to as much as $113 in savings on the latest M4 i.....»»
Rumor roundup: iPhone SE 4 could be a low-priced Apple Intelligence powerhouse
Apple could finally be ready to reveal iPhone SE 4 in early 2025, and it may be the lowest-priced iPhone with access to Apple Intelligence. Here's what's rumored to be arriving soon.iPhone SE 4 could look like an iPhone 14 with only one rear cameraiP.....»»
How to move your Twitter/X follows to Bluesky
If you recently left Twitter/X for Bluesky, you're probably wondering how you can move all your X followers to the popular new platform without losing them......»»
This IMAX Enhanced setup creates a more cinematic experience at home for the holidays
Get this setup to have a more cinematic experience ready for the holidays with IMAX Enhanced support. Yes, IMAX, in your home......»»
AWS re:Invent 2024 day two live - all the news and updates as they happen
We're live in Las Vegas, and ready for AWS re:Invent 2024 day two......»»
Your 2024 Apple Books year in review is now available, plus best of picks
2024 is almost over, and Apple Books is ready to celebrate the year in publishing. Last year’s new ‘Year in Review’ feature is back again for Books users, launching today. You’ll also find editorial lists in the Books app for best books and a.....»»
Another carmaker says it’s committed to supporting CarPlay, at least for ‘right now’
I’ve written countless times about GM’s shortsighted move to ditch CarPlay on all its EVs going forward. Meanwhile, other automakers like Ford have doubled down on supporting CarPlay and giving users as many options as possible. In a new inte.....»»
Security Bite: Threat actors are widely using AI to build Mac malware
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art App.....»»
The ever popular Lenovo ThinkPad is under $1,000 right now
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 is a good option for anyone who wants a large screen to work with on the move. It's on sale now at Lenovo......»»
Wildlife commission lowers European wolf protections
Dozens of countries on Tuesday approved downgrading the protection status of the wolf in Europe, a move activists say will upset the recovery made by the species over the past 10 years after near extinction a century ago......»»
China hits US with ban on critical minerals used in tech manufacturing
China bans US exports of gallium, germanium, antimony, and superhard materials. China has immediately retaliated against the US following new export curbs that the Biden administr.....»»
AWS re:Invent 2024 day one live - all the news and updates as they happen
We're live in Las Vegas, and ready for AWS re:Invent 2024 day one......»»