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Apple's iPhone 17E is closer than ever to its $799 sibling. But can you save $200 when upgrading from an older base iPhone?
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 Apple has full access to Gemini to customize the model for Siri and other AI features, reports The Information. Google gave Apple "complete access" to the Gemini model in its own data centers, and Apple can use the access for distillation, or creating smaller models for specific tasks. Apple is able to design models that are built to run on Apple devices without the need to connect to the internet.
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Apple has introduced more than just new features, like an AI playlist generator, with iOS 26.4 in the UK. The company now requires users in the region to verify their ages and to prove they're 18 years old or above before they can access "certain services or features, or take certain actions on their account." Users can verify their ages in Settings by linking a credit card to their account or scanning an ID. For people who've had an Apple account for a while, the company will check if they already have a payment method on file that can prove they're of age.
The company says it will automatically switch on its Web Content Filter and Communication Safety features for everyone under 18 and for those who haven't verified their ages. These tools are integrated into Apple's operating systems and can restrict users from accessing specific websites on Safari and third-party browsers, as well as warn users when they're receiving or sending images and videos containing nudity.
Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, praised Apple for the decision, especially since it's not required to implement age verification for the iOS or its App Store under the region's Online Safety Act. "Apple's decision that the UK will be one of the first countries in the world to receive new child safety protections on devices is a real win for children and families," the regulator said. "Our rules are flexible and designed to encourage innovation, particularly in age assurance. We've worked clos
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 macOS Tahoe 26.4 includes a new slow charger indicator that tells MacBook users when their charging setup isn't delivering full power.
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Apple has the cutting-edge sci-fi you're looking for.
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 Apple is accepting pre-orders for the AirPods Max 2 headphones that were introduced on March 16, with a purchase option now available on the Apple.com website.
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Apple is testing a standalone Siri app, a new interface and deeper AI features for this year's software update, Bloomberg reports.
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 Smart lock company Nuki today launched the Keypad 2 NFC, which is the first keypad that includes support for Aliro. Aliro is a smart lock standard that supports interoperability between mobile devices and platforms, allowing smart locks to work with any smartphone or wearable device without the need for a dedicated app.
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 Here's an interesting tidbit from Mark Gurman's profile of John Ternus for Bloomberg: Apple is apparently working on a smart home sensor.
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