Could Tim Cook retire soon? California has signed a new age verification law that requires parents to enter their kids' ages when setting up a smartphone. Could a new MacBook Pro be coming soon, say this week? And Apple has increased its bug bounty award payout for big exploits to $2 million!

• Apple CEO Tim Cook visits China: receives custom LABUBU doll and hosts first livestream sales event.
• Tim Cook took over Apple's operations and started to change the world 20 years ago.
• Apple renames 'Apple TV+' to 'Apple TV'.
• Everything new in iOS 26.1 beta 3.
• macOS 26.1 beta 3 changes polarizing Macintosh HD icon.
• Newsom signs age verification law, siding with tech giants over Hollywood.
• California enacts age-gate law for app stores.
• Apple teases new MacBook Pro: 'Something powerful is coming'.
• Apple to move Health, fitness divisions to services in reorganization.
• Here's the latest on Apple suing Jon Prosser over iOS 26 leaks.
• It's not too late for Apple to get AI right.
• Apple beats Musk, buys Prompt AI startup.
• Apple ups the reward for finding major exploits to $2 million.
• Explainer: How is XProtect's data updated?
• Apple sued over use of copyrighted books to train Apple Intelligence.
• Apple says goodbye to the Clips app.
• Elon Musk tries to make Apple and mobile carriers regret choosing Starlink rivals.
• A 15-year mystery solved: The 20 bytes of code that fixed Antennagate.
• The great software quality collapse: how we normalized catastrophe.

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• Andy's Pick: The Loneliness Epidemic: Big Tech's Role and Responsibility
• Jason's Pick: YoLink Water Sensors

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Rumors are swirling that Apple is shelving some work on its Vision Pro overhaul to prioritize work towards AI glasses. Apple removes the ICEBlock app from its App Store following the U.S. Department of Justice's request. iFixit is not surprised by the repairability of the AirPods Pro 3. And Apple's new Crossbody Strap accessory is a popular item, as the straps remain backordered.

• Apple shelves Vision headset revamp to prioritize Meta-like AI glasses.
• Apple removes ICEBlock, an app for anonymously reporting ICE officer sightings, from the App Store; AG Pam Bondi says the DOJ requested its removal.
• Apple releases new 'Elevated' episode for Apple Vision Pro.
• Apple to report its Q4 2025 results on October 30.
• AppLovin probed by SEC over its data-collection practices.
• Apple turned the CrowdStrike BSOD issue into an anti-PC ad.
• Apple removes 'carbon neutral' claims from new devices.
• AirPods Pro 3 Teardown: Still a tragedy.
• Apple's new Crossbody Strap accessory sure seems like a hit.
• Apple puts hardware chief John Ternus in the succession spotlight.
• iOS 26.1 beta 2 now available.
• Taylor Swift launches iTunes-exclusive The Life of a Showgirl 'Deluxe' edition.
• Rivian CEO explains why Apple CarPlay doesn't fit its vision.
• Apple hoping to announce F1 streaming deal at upcoming US Grand Prix.

Picks of the Week

• Andy's Pick: It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
• Jason's Pick: Lutron Smart Home Switches
• Alex's Pick: Nebo Big Larry 3

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Intel has reportedly approached Apple about investing in the company. Some of Apple's new features will be delayed in the EU due to the Digital Markets Act. A study showcases a dramatic rise in fraudulent mobile apps on both iOS and Android. And Apple is working on its own ChatGPT-style chatbot app, which is being tested internally by employees.

• Intel is seeking an investment from Apple as part of its comeback bid.
• Apple warns of more feature delays in Europe.
• New study shows 'massive spike' in fraudulent apps powered by AI.
• Apple releases iOS 26.0.1 with fixes for Wi-Fi, Cellular, and camera issues on iPhone 17 models.
• Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26.0.1 with M3 Ultra bug fix.
• Apple working on all-new operating system.
• New iPad Pro with M5 chip leaked in unboxing video.
• Two new Apple displays nearing mass production, may launch this year.
• Apple's ChatGPT-style chatbot app deserves a public release.
• Apple researchers develop SimpleFold, a lightweight AI for protein folding prediction.
• Jessica Chastain 'not aligned' with Apple's decision to delay series about hate groups.
• Why did Apple get cold feet about 'Savant'?
• Tigers-Red Sox clash on Apple TV+ will feature live game footage on new iPhone 17 Pro.
• College football keeps picking iPad over Surface as fourth conference joins team Apple.
• Now available: Adobe Premiere on iPhone brings pro-quality video editing to creators.
• FCC mistakenly leaks confidential iPhone 16e schematics.
• Apple responds to iPhone 17 Pro scratch and durability concerns.
• Meet the new light of Jony Ive's life.
• Why Ford's CEO doesn't love Apple CarPlay Ultra.

Picks of the Week

• Jason's Picks: Relay for St. Jude
• Alex's Pick: Vertical Heart Set Insert Tool
• Andy's Pick: UGREEN Phone Stand
• Leo's Pick: Nomat Goods Horween Leather Folio for iPhone 17 Pro Max

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