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Apple sues former iOS engineer for leaking Journal app, Vision Pro details, and more

Apple has filed a lawsuit against Andrew Aude, a former iOS Software Engineer, accusing him of leaking “information about more than a half-dozen different Apple policies and products.” The leaks included details about Apple’s then-unreleased Journal app, Apple’s “development of products within the spatial computing space,” and more.

“Mr. Aude often took and saved screenshots of his communications on his Apple-issued work iPhone to preserve them for posterity,” the lawsuit alleges.

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Apple launches first ever Immersive Video sports film for Apple Vision Pro

Today, Apple is releasing its first ever sports film shot in Immersive Video format, which gives Apple Vision Pro users an engrossing 180-degree 3D video experience with Spatial Audio.

The short film features highlights from the 2023 Major League Soccer Cup playoffs. Apple Vision Pro owners can watch the film for free in the TV app, beginning at 6 PM Pacific Time today.

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Parts pairing used by Apple has been outlawed by Oregon [U]

Parts pairing to be outlawed | iPhone opened up for repair

The practice of parts pairing – which can prevent third-party repair shops from cannibalising broken devices for parts – has been outlawed by Oregon, taking effect for any product made after January 1, 2025.

The legislature just passed the toughest right to repair law seen to date, and it now requires only the governor’s signature to pass into law. Update: Governor Tina Kotek has now signed, and the bill is now law.

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Vision Pro engineers moved to folding iPhone project; delayed to 2027 – report

Folding iPhone project | Outline images of folding phone concept on colorful background

A new supply-chain report reiterates earlier reports that some engineers previously working on Vision Pro have been moved to working a folding iPhone or iPad project.

It also claims that the planned launch of a foldable iPhone has been delayed from 2026 to 2027, but that suppliers have been told to stick to their existing schedules …

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9to5Mac Daily: March 27, 2024 – WWDC24 officially announced 

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WSJ profiles Phil Schiller, who is working nearly 80 hours a week defending the App Store

As Apple continues to face App Store battles around the world, it’s leaning heavily on Phil Schiller, its former Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing. A new report from The Wall Street Journal gives an interesting look at how Schiller, who now holds the title of Apple Fellow, is still working 80-hour weeks to defend the App Store against antitrust allegations and developer criticism.

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Review: Withings Body Scan w/ segmental body comp, nerve activity, Apple Health, more

Withings Body Scan review Apple Health

The most recent smart scale from Withings is so advanced the company calls it a “health station.” I’ve been testing the Withings Body Scan and its features like segmental body composition measurements, nerve activity, 6-lead ECG, and more, which all come with Apple Health integration. Is it worth the premium price? I think so if these features are valuable to you.

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Here’s our first look at the new ‘Presto’ system coming to Apple Stores for iPhone updates

Poll: Did you already get your hands on the iPhone 14? Which model did you choose?

Other the weekend, Bloomberg reported that Apple would begin broadly rolling out a new “Presto within Apple” system to its retail stores next month. The system allows Apple Store employees to update iPhone software while the device is still in its box.

Now, iGeneration has published a closer look at Presto, adding that the system is also rolling out beyond the United States.

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Three more Apple Arcade games coming to Apple Vision Pro including spatial Spire Blast

Update, March 27: In an email, Apple confirmed that these three games will launch on Apple Arcade on March 28.


Apple Arcade brings high quality games to Apple Vision Pro on day one. Apple highlights that over 250 titles are available with 12 specifically designed for a spatial experience on visionOS. Apple Vision Pro will soon gain three more games through Arcade including Spire Blast in spatial.

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Wednesday’s best deals drop MacBooks to new lows: M3 MacBook Air $999, M2 MacBook Air $849, more

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Wednesday’s best deals are all about MacBooks. The just-released 13-inch M3 MacBook Air headlines the savings at $999 to go alongside the previous-generation M2 MacBook Air at $849. Or you could step up to the 16-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro at $500 off. Regardless, all three are new all-time lows. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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