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Serious bug puts Apple iCloud, Twitter, Minecraft at hacking threat
The 'zero-day' exploit (which is a cyber attack targeting a software vulnerability which is unknown to the software/antivirus companies) is found in the widely-used Java logging system called 'log4j2'. If exploited, the vulnerability allows remote code execution (RCE) on vulnerable servers, giving hackers the ability to import malware that would completely compromise millions of machines.
First time in 10 years, Apple stops production of iPhone, iPad
Although supply chain constraints have been a global issue for over a year, Apple has managed to secure its own production lines anyhow. But now, a new report suggests that the shortage of components has finally hit tech company Apple, disrupting the production. Along with this ongoing power usage restrictions in China, contributed in halting the production of iPhone and iPad.
Apple likely to launch new iPhone SE models in 2022, 2023
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said that Apple has two new iPhone SE models planned for 2022 and 2023 respectively, reports MacRumors. The 2022 iPhone SE will reportedly launch in the first half of the year and feature 3GB memory, according to Kuo, while the 2023 iPhone SE will feature more significant changes, including a larger display and 4GB memory.
Apple launches new limited-edition Beats Studio Buds
The limited-edition Beats Studio Buds mark Union's 30th anniversary, featuring a bold red, black, and green design and packaging that draws inspiration from the Pan-African flag and pays tribute to Union's roots as a Black-owned business. The new Buds will be available exclusively at Union's Los Angeles and Tokyo stores and on its website starting December 1, with pricing set at $149.99 in the US.
Apple becomes largest smartphone brand in China in Oct 2021
According to market research firm Counterpoint, driven by the iPhone 13 series, Apple's sales grew 46 per cent MoM, the highest among all major OEMs in the country. "Ever since Huawei's decline, the top position in China has been changing hands. OPPO became number one in January 2021 while Vivo attained the top position in March 2021," Tarun Pathak, Research Director, Counterpoint, said in a statement.
Italy's competition watchdog fines Apple, Google over $11 mn each
"Apple collects, profiles and uses user data for commercial purposes through the use of its devices and services. Therefore, even without proceeding to any transfer of data to third parties, Apple directly exploits the economic value through a promotional activity to increase the sale of its products and/ or those of third parties through its commercial platforms App Store, iTunes Store and Apple Books," the AGCM statement said.
Apple begins sending alerts to Pegasus spyware victims
At least six Thai activists and researchers who have been critical of the government have received the notification, reports TechCrunch. The alerts have also been sent to a number of users in El Salvador. After filing a lawsuit against the Israel-based company NSO Group, the developer of infamous Pegasus spyware, the tech giant has started sending threat notification alerts to victims of state-sponsored hackers, beginning with Thailand, El Salvador and Uganda.
Apple Watch Series 8 may retain old rounded design
The speaker grille has been split from being a single long piece to a duo of smaller ones, with one on top of the other, GizmoChina reported. The watch is expected to get some major capability upgrades in the sensor department as well. Apple's suppliers are reportedly developing components for next-generation sensors in the Apple Watch Series 8 that will allow users to measure their blood glucose level.
Apple Music sued over track that allegedly samples original song
Apple has been accused of including a track in Apple Music that infringes on the copyright of an original song. At the same time, the copyright holder alleges that Apple profited from the track by using it in an online advert, reports AppleInsider. Charming Beats said that it owns the copyright on a song called "Anything You Synthesize". According to the company, a further track called "Caramelo" by French rapper Ninho consists of a musical component which is an unlicensed reproduction" of their work.
How Apple aims to create iPhone repair experts at home
Apple has now decided to allow tech-savvy users repair their iPhones and other products with genuine parts from the comfort of their homes, under the industry-first 'Self Service Repair' programme.
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