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Apple will be changing the name of Apple ID to Apple Account this fall.

Apple Account will replace Apple ID this fall — what you need to know

We’re only a few weeks away before the full version of iOS 18 comes out, and we couldn’t be more excited. And with a new software update, everyone with a supported iPhone is getting ready to install it as soon as possible. But just because you can install...

Ex-Apple Employee Warns About Updating to iOS 18 If You Have an Older iPhone

Apple is set to retire the term Apple ID and present Apple Account as its replacement. This change will come with the launch of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and watchOS 11 this fall. Why? So that the rebranding can bring a consistent sign-in experience across all Apple services and devices, probably.

After 20 Odd Years, Apple is Bidding Goodbye to Apple ID

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Maybe 2024 is the year to give that upgrade a miss.

Five reasons to skip iPhone 16 and wait for iPhone 17

BGR.com

I told you a few days ago that there’s only one type of iPhone to buy right now if you don’t want to wait for the iPhone 16 to launch. That’s an iPhone that can handle Apple Intelligence come iOS 18 and future releases. Therefore, you should pick the iPhone 15 Pro or 15 Pro Max. These are the only devices in Apple’s lineup that can handle the AI features in iOS.
You might not be excited about Apple Intelligence right now, I get that. But AI will continue to grow in the coming years. You’ll want to own the hardware...

This is the iPhone you should buy once the iPhone 16 launches, if you’re on a budget

GreenMatters

If you like to shop online, you've likely heard of the Temu app. While this online retailer has created a lot of buzz thanks to its unbelievably low prices and catchy Super Bowl ads, many worry about how safe it is to share their personal and financial information while using the Temu app.Not to mention, Temu is considered a fast fashion company that is currently embroiled in a legal battle with one of its direct competitors, Shein. Keep reading to learn more about the Temu app, including what you need to know before entering your credit card information.Is Temu safe...

Before You Place That Temu Order, Here's What You Should Know About the Company

Apple’s iPhone is growing again. In the first major display size increase since the iPhone XS Max graduated to a 6.46 inch display in late 2018, the forthcoming iPhone 16 Pro will increase to 6.3 inches from 6.1 inches, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max will grow to around 6.9 inches, up from the current flagship iPhone 15 Pro Max’s 6.7 inches.

iPhone 16 Pro Max will be Apple’s biggest iPhone ever

Beware, Apple leakers: The hoaxer who created a fake Apple invite for the iPhone 16 event says he’ll probably try to pull off a similar prank in the future. Lorenzo, a 14-year-old video editor from Italy, says he created the bogus invite in about 10 minutes out of boredom when he was sick. Then he sent the image to a known leaker — and watched as the fake document whipped up a frenzy in the Apple rumor mill.

iPhone 16 invite prankster says he’ll do it again!

Apple is splitting its App Store division in half, according to a report from Bloomberg. While one group of employees will run the App Store, the other will manage its approach to alternative marketplaces that have started opening up in the European Union. As part of the change, App Store...

Apple is shaking up how it manages the App Store

PopCulture

The couple's marriage has reportedly turned into more of a 'business.'

Chip and Joanna Gaines Facing Major Marriage Issues, Report Claims

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The Independent

 Stepping off his plane after touching down in Michigan, Donald Trump fist pumps the air to the soundtrack that has become Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign anthem:Freedom by Beyoncé.In a possible attempt to parody – or troll – Harris, Trump’s campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung posted a video on X of the former president arriving at his campaign rally to the backdrop of Beyoncé’s hit song from her 2016 album Lemonade.Beyoncé fans were quick to slam the Trump campaign for copying the Democratic presidential rival.“Freedom is a song written about slavery and police brutality against POC. How disgusting and despicable for...

Battle for Beyoncé: Trump tries to steal Harris’s campaign song – but could it backfire?

A new survey confirms what we’ve known all along: Apple’s stinginess in terms of iCloud storage is pushing people into paid upgrades. When you set up iCloud, Apple gives you a paltry five gigabytes of free storage. That’s not enough to back up an average iPhone, let alone sync photos and videos people take. Small wonder people buy iCloud storage upgrades because what other choice do they have? Backing up their iPhone manually using… a computer and a cable? While Apple’s competitors are more generous regarding cloud storage, they don’t enjoy the prime placement and integration like iCloud.

CIRP survey: Of course paid iCloud storage is Apple’s most popular subscription service; the free 5GB tier is a joke

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The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

August 20, 2019: Apple Card reaches U.S. consumers for the first time. The titanium credit card gives a new option for payments when Apple Pay isn’t available. Statements and payments are handled through the iPhone Wallet app, and the card is “designed to help customers lead a healthier financial life,” according to Apple. Surveys show the card soon becomes beloved.

Today in Apple history: Apple Card launches as most consumer-friendly credit card ever

With hardware sales slowing, Apple shifted to expanding its digital services offerings to generate billions each quarter. One service stands out as the clear leader. — Apple has been aggressively expanding its Services segment, including Apple Music,Apple TV+, AppleCare, and the App Store, to create a steady revenue stream that balances hardware sales. While all services are not equally popular, paid iCloud storage is the most widely adopted despite its low cost compared to other services.

iCloud storage leads the pack in Apple's services ecosystem

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

The iPhone 16 lineup is almost here and will be followed by the iPhone SE 4 in early 2025. If you’re price-conscious, waiting for the cheaper iPhone could be a wise choice. Nearly everyone is waiting for Apple to unveil its next-generation iPhones, and based on all the leaks and rumors, these new iPhones will be the most powerful iPhones ever.

Why you should skip the iPhone 16 & wait for the iPhone SE 4

Although iOS 18 is about a month away from release, the vast majority of iPhone users are still running iOS 17. Apple is preparing a new minor update for those who aren’t running beta, according to a reputable source. This information comes from a private X account with a...

iOS 17.6.2 coming soon for iPhone users

A new report from CIRP has found that iCloud is still Apple's most popular service.

New report crowns unsung hero as Apple's most popular service

Apple has released a series of operating system updates. Notably, iOS 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1 have been reissued with new build numbers. These updates join the newly released watchOS 10.6.1 and tvOS 17.6.1. The overall update brings all Apple’s current-generation operating systems to the latest version numbers. Apple’s brief...

Apple updates iOS 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1, releases watchOS 10.6.1 and tvOS 17.6.1

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Most Apple users pay for extra iCloud storage

ICloud+ is Apple’s most successful service by a wide margin, according to an analysts’ report released Monday. Seems plenty of iPhone and Mac users are willing...

Most Apple users pay for extra iCloud storage

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