Apple unveils a souped-up and more expensive version of its lowest-priced iPhone
Apple has released a sleeker and more expensive version of its lowest priced iPhone in an attempt to widen the audience for a bundle of artificial intelligence technology that the company has been hoping will revive demand for its most profitable produ...
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Apple Unveils Lower-Priced iPhone 16e With A.I. Features
The iPhone 16e is the first update to the company’s most affordable model since 2022, but carries a higher price tag of $599.The New York Times - 5d -
After 18 Years, Apple Just Killed Off 1 of Its Most Iconic iPhone Features. It’s the End of an Era
The all-new iPhone 16e ditches the Home Button for good.Inc. - 5d -
Apple Pulls iPhone Security Feature in UK
Law enforcement in the country was pressuring the company to create a tool that would act like a back door into customers’ data.The New York Times - 3d -
Apple iPhone 16e (2025): Specs, Price, Release Date
The iPhone SE is no more. It’s now replaced by the iPhone 16e, which includes a price hike, Face ID, and USB-C.Wired - 5d -
Apple announces $500 billion investment in US amid tariff threats that could affect the iPhone
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Apple’s Vision Pro has a problem a year into its existence: Not enough apps
Apple said in August that the Vision Pro had 2,500 apps. According to one firm's analysis, fewer than 1,900 remain active.CNBC - 3d -
Forget Stargate. Apple now has its own $500 billion investment plan.
Apple is matching the amount of the Stargate AI joint venture — and building goodwill with the new administration in a familiar approach.MarketWatch - 11h -
EU envoys approve more sanctions against Russia to mark the third anniversary of its war on Ukraine
European Union envoys have approved new sanctions against Russia, with the measures set to enter into force next week on the third anniversary of its full-scale invasion of UkraineABC News - 5d -
Ozempic: $1,400/Month—Compounded Version: $250/Month
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Why Is Chocolate So Expensive Right Now?
Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and other climate impacts are throttling cocoa production and driving up chocolate prices.Wired - 2d -
Alibaba’s stock falls on expensive AI-investment pledge
The online retailer plans to spend $53 billion over the next three years on AI and cloud technology.MarketWatch - 7h -
The Tool Michael Phelps Uses to Find the ‘Best Version’ of Himself
The most decorated Olympian of all time writes down even the most minuscule details of his day in a journal.The New York Times - 3d -
Most conservation funds go to large vertebrates at expense of ‘neglected’ species
Study shows funding bias towards animals like rhino while other endangered species including amphibians and algae disregarded. Most global conservation funds go to larger, charismatic animals, ...The Guardian - 3h -
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There’s No Longer a Sub-$500 iPhone. Does It Matter?
The iPhone 16e starts at $599, which is nearly $200 more than the iPhone SE it just replaced.Wired - 5d -
Which iPhone 16 Model Should You Buy?
Should you save up for the iPhone 16 or save some cash with the new iPhone 16e? We break down Apple’s complicated lineup.Wired - 3d -
The iPhone 16e has one big drawback
The new device has all the bells and whistles we have come to expect.MarketWatch - 2d -
Apple expands India manufacturing
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2025 Rebel Stakes predictions, odds, horses, contenders: Expert who nailed Breeders' Cup unveils picks
After hitting the exacta in the Breeders' Cup Classic, Michelle Yu offers her best bets for the Rebel Stakes 2025 at Oaklawn ParkCBS Sports - 1d -
Big Ten, SEC set to unveil grand plans for College Football Playoff change ... but is anyone else on board?
No drastic decisions are expected on Tuesday, but the two power conferences will begin their quest for a CFP takeoverCBS Sports - 2h -
The stock market is expensive. But there’s still one bull case not priced in, says Bank of America.
Bank of America says heavily regulated sectors have yet to fully rallyMarketWatch - 3d -
Apple’s diversity policies and OpenAI deal targeted by shareholders
iPhone-maker is rare holdout in Silicon Valley against conservative efforts to force rollback on DEI issuesFinancial Times - 18h -
Apple announces $500 billion investment in U.S.
Apple has announced a $500 billion investment in the U.S. over the next four years. The company also said it will hire 20,000 additional workers in the U.S. CBS MoneyWatch Correspondent Kelly ...CBS News - 4h -
America has turned on its friends
Donald Trump’s abandonment of allies is real and will endureFinancial Times - 3d -
iPhone designer still asks: ‘I wonder what Steve Jobs would do?’ – despite being told not to
Jony Ive, the man behind the look of Apple’s iconic brands says the firm’s co-founder specifically asked him not to consider ‘what Steve would do’. Sir Jony Ive, the innovative designer of Apple’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
Are planes crashing more often?
A recent flurry of air disasters have made some people worried about flying - but are crashes on the rise?BBC News - 2d -
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9 Best Smartwatches (2025): Apple, Wear OS, Hybrid & Kids' Watches
These WIRED-tested wearables reduce your reliance on a phone while keeping you connected.Wired - 4d -
‘Severance’ tops ‘Ted Lasso’ as most watched series on Apple TV+
"Severance" has dethroned “Ted Lasso” as Apple TV+'s most watched series ever after the highly anticipated second season of the psychological thriller dropped following a nearly 3-year hiatus.NBC News - 4d -
'Severance' memes are everywhere as show boosts Apple TV+ viewership
"Severance", which launched in 2022 and returned for season two in January, has become Apple TV+'s biggest hit, surpassing the popular comedy "Ted Lasso".NBC News - 3d -
Apple withdraws cloud encryption service from UK after government order
iPhone-maker says it can no longer offer advanced protection in Britain after secret demand for ‘back door’ to user dataFinancial Times - 3d -
Apple removes advanced data protection tool in face of UK government request
Apple says removal of tool after government asked for right to see data will make iCloud users more vulnerable. Business live – latest updates Apple has taken the unprecedented step of ...The Guardian - 3d -
The Papers: 'PM to defy Trump' and 'Apple in UK privacy row'
Sir Keir Starmer's next move before meeting Donald Trump and a data security dispute make Saturday's front pages.BBC News - 2d -
Apple pulls data protection tool after UK government security row
Customers' photos and documents stored online will no longer be protected by end-to-end encryption.BBC News - 2d -
Apple announces plans to create 20,000 US jobs in pitch to Trump
iPhone maker commits to building a facility in Houston at a time when it is vulnerable to new tariffs on ChinaFinancial Times - 11h -
Apple commits to $500bn US investment and promises 20,000 new jobs
The iPhone giant's $500bn investment plan includes a new factory in Texas, as well as money spent on suppliers.BBC News - 8h -
Apple says it will invest $500 billion in U.S. over next 4 years
Apple's plans include building a new manufacturing plant to produce Apple Intelligence servers in Texas.CBS News - 8h -
Apple planning to invest $500B in US, hire 20K people
Apple announced Monday that it plans to spend more than $500 billion in the United States and hire more than 20,000 people over the next several years. The tech behemoth said the investments will ...The Hill - 7h -
Apple announces $500bn in US investments over next four years
Spending ranges from new AI server factory in Texas to film and TV content and may add 20,000 jobs. Apple announced Monday it would invest $500bn in the US in the next four years that would ...The Guardian - 7h -
Apple Will Invest $500 Billion in U.S.—and Create 20,000 Jobs
Investments will include a giant factory in Texas.Inc. - 7h -
Apple Plans to Invest $500 Billion in U.S. as Trump Tariffs Loom
The company pledged the multibillion-dollar investment over the next four years and said it would create 20,000 jobs. The Texas facility is set to open in 2026.The New York Times - 4h
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Jeff Bezos' rocket company is slashing 10% of its workforce a month after debut orbital launch
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