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iPhone18 Pro Rumored to Feature DSLR-Style Variable Aperture Camera
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models may revolutionize mobile photography with professional DSLR-like variable aperture technology. The groundbreaking feature would give users manual control over light and depth of field, though its impact may be limited by sensor size.
Child Safety Concerns Mount as Apple's App Store Found Hosting Age-Inappropriate Content
Investigation reveals hundreds of apps on Apple's App Store inappropriately rated as child-safe, including AI dating simulators and drug-dealing games. The findings highlight serious content moderation issues and call for independent oversight of age ratings.
Google's Controversial Device Tracking Expansion Set to Launch in February
Google announces significant changes to its digital tracking policies, extending fingerprinting capabilities beyond Chrome to smart TVs and gaming consoles starting February 16th. Privacy advocates and regulators express concerns as the tech giant moves to implement unprecedented cross-device tracking methods.
Apple Developing Face ID-Enabled Smart Doorbell Camera for 2025 Launch
Apple is working on an innovative doorbell camera that will use Face ID technology to unlock doors for recognized residents, challenging established players like Ring. The device will feature Apple's Secure Enclave chip and integrate with HomeKit-compatible smart locks.
Discord Faces Lawsuit Over Complex Nitro Subscription Cancellation Process
Discord is entangled in a California class-action lawsuit for allegedly making its Nitro subscription difficult to cancel, violating state business laws. The case highlights growing scrutiny of tech companies' subscription cancellation practices, following similar accusations against Adobe.
Apple's Smart Home Devices May Double as Wi-Fi Access Points with New Proxima Chip
Apple's upcoming Proxima wireless chip could enable Apple TV and HomePod devices to function as Wi-Fi access points, similar to Google's smart speakers. While the company isn't reviving its AirPort router line, this technology may bring router-like capabilities to existing product categories.
X Premium+ Subscription Prices Soar by 37.5% Globally, with Dramatic Regional Variations
X is implementing substantial price hikes for its Premium+ subscription service, with US monthly rates jumping from $16 to $22. The changes, effective December 21, show stark regional variations with some markets like Nigeria seeing increases of over 450%.
OpenAI Pioneers 'Deliberative Alignment' for Enhanced AI Safety
OpenAI introduces groundbreaking AI safety approach teaching models to actively consider safety protocols during decision-making. The new 'deliberative alignment' technique enables AI to internally reference guidelines while processing requests, showing promising results in preventing harmful outputs.
EU Forces Apple to Open iPhone Ecosystem for Cross-Platform Compatibility
European Commission mandates Apple to make iPhones compatible with competing platforms, marking a major shift away from its closed ecosystem. The landmark ruling aims to increase competition and consumer choice, potentially affecting key features like iMessage and AirDrop.