Apple has agreed to settle a proposed class action lawsuit alleging its Siri assistant recorded conversations even before the wake word was said.
Apple to pay $95 million to settle the lawsuit about unauthorized Siri recordings
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Christian joined iDownloadBlog.com in March 2011 and brought with him his 20+ years of journalism experience. He specializes in Apple news, tips, and reviews, bringing years of expertise in technology journalism to his readers. Known for his insightful analysis and engaging writing style, Christian keeps his audience up-to-date with the latest in the tech world. Before that, he contributed to reputable publications like Geek.com, Tom's Hardware, 9to5Mac and 9to5Google. Christian studied Information Science, specializing in Expert Systems and Management Information Systems. After starting a faculty e-zine in his graduation year, he dropped out to pursue a lifelong career in journalism. He was Editor-in-Chief of a gaming magazine, started three periodicals covering gaming consoles, PCs and consumer technology, and founded a marketing agency specializing in interactive entertainment. Apple discounts iPhones and other products in China
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Telegram gains new message filters, collectible gifts, and other perks
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CNBC+ announced, but streaming Jim Cramer costs a staggering $600 annually
If you're into financial news, the new finance-focused CNBC+ streaming service will soon be available but the subscription plans offered are incredibly costly.
Apple TV+ announces a free week of streaming
Apple has announced that its Apple TV+ video streaming service will be free this weekend from Saturday, January 4 to Sunday, January 5.
Apple stops selling iPhone SE, iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus in Europe
Apple has started pulling the third-generation iPhone SE, iPhone 14, and iPhone 14 Plus from the European Union market ahead of the USB-C requirement.
14 airlines have adopted Apple’s Share Item Location feature
Apple's Share Item Location feature for lost luggage tracking has picked up support from British Airways and other airlines.
How to win Apple’s 2025 New Year activity challenge
Apple will challenge all Apple Watch owners to kick off 2025 in style by closing all three activity rings for multiple days in a row.
Apple Maps on the web gains Google Street View-like Look Around feature
The Apple Maps web app now supports Look Around, a Google Street View-like feature that provides high-resolution ground imagery.
watchOS 11.2 release notes: Camera Remote tweak and other changes
Read the official watchOS 11.2 release notes to learn about a new feature in the Camera Remote and other changes in this Apple Watch update.
macOS Sequoia 15.2 release notes: Genmoji didn’t make the cut
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Microsoft Teams for iPad now works with external USB-C cameras and webcams
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