A number of major tech companies have agreed to submit to independent grading of the mental health impacts of using their apps. Platforms on board at the launch of the Safe Online Standards initiative include Discord, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, Roblox, and Twitch …
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Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and more agree to be graded on mental health impacts
Kuzu database company joins Apple’s list of recent acquisitions
Earlier this month, Apple confirmed its blockbuster $2 billion acquisition of the mysterious AI startup Q.ai. In addition to that deal, Apple also recently acquired a database company called Kuzu. Here’s an in-depth list of recent acquisitions made by Apple.
more…‘Dystopian’ Ring Search Party feature sparks public backlash [Video]
Amazon apparently thought the world would respond with a collective “awww” when it announced an expansion of its Ring Search Party feature to help find lost dogs, promoted via a 30-second Super Bowl ad (below). Instead, it’s being widely panned as a dystopian move in the current climate.
Since the company has recently rolled out a facial recognition capability for the Ring video doorbell, people drew the obvious and exceedingly short line between surveilling for dogs to surveilling for people …
more…iPhone 18 Pro 5G via satellite rumor gets new support
Apple is believed to be on a gradual journey that began with Emergency SOS via Satellite on the iPhone 14 back in 2022 and will at some point progress to full 5G access via satellite, bypassing ground-based antenna altogether.
It’s previously been suggested that the iPhone 18 Pro might take a significant step in this direction with support for 5G over satellite links. A new report today adds weight to that idea …
more…Tim Cook promises Apple will celebrate its upcoming 50th anniversary
Apple was founded on April 1, 1976, which means this year marks the company’s 50th anniversary. In a recent all-hands meeting with employees, Apple CEO Tim Cook teased that Apple is planning a celebration for this historic milestone.
more…Japan tech groups say Apple’s new payment rules are ‘not a viable option’ for developers
Following a recent change to multiple App Store rules in Japan, a coalition representing more than 600 local companies is calling for further regulatory action. Here are the details.
more…Discord backtracks on controversial age verification rollout…kind of
Yesterday Discord announced that users would soon be required to have their age verified or be restricted to teen-level access on the service. Today, there’s a follow-up post from Discord that backtracks some on the expected impact of its new policy.
more…VSCO’s Film 02 preset Pack available for Adobe Lightroom as a limited-time release
The updated pack emulates classic analog film stocks, including Kodak, Fuji, and Ilford, and now supports modern cameras. Here’s how to install it.
more…Apple experiencing outages with iCloud, Photos, Find My, more [U: Solved]
Update, 8:06 p.m. ET: Apple’s online system status page now lists all issues and outages as solved. The original post follows below.
Apple’s system status page has confirmed ongoing issues with a variety of web services, including iCloud, Photos, Find My, and more.
more…New MacBook Air coming soon: Here’s what we know
While the MacBook Pro is stealing headlines, Apple’s most popular laptop is also set to get an upgrade soon. Here’s everything we know about the next-generation MacBook Air.
more…Apple removing ‘iTunes Wish List’ feature, here’s how to migrate selections
The legacy iTunes Wish List feature for saving movies and TV shows to buy or rent later is “going away soon,” according to Apple. For customers with items still saved to an iTunes Wish List, Apple is providing one last chance to migrate to the modern equivalent.
more…iPhone now accounts for nearly one in four active smartphones worldwide: report
A new Counterpoint Research report breaks down the global active smartphone installed base in 2025, with the iPhone leading the way. Here are the details.
more…iPhone 18 Pro: Three new design updates are coming this year
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will launch this fall, and alongside packing a handful of new features, there are three design changes reportedly coming. Here’s what the latest rumors say.
more…Apple rolling out 2026 ‘Heart Month Challenge’ for the Apple Watch
Apple is inviting Apple Watch users to celebrate Valentine’s Day this Saturday with an aptly heart-themed challenge. Here are the details.
more…iPhone 18 Pro pricing rumors offer surprisingly good news
We’re still over half a year away from the iPhone 18 line being unveiled, but the latest analyst expectations for pricing are surprisingly good news.
more…Nomad debuts Stellar Orange ChargeKey with iPhone-inspired color matching
Nomad is updating one of my favorite and most clutch tech accessories they make. They are expanding their ChargeKey lineup with a new Stellar Orange color to perfectly match the Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. ChargeKey has been one of Nomad’s longest-running products and is still one of the simplest solutions for carrying a reliable cable on your keychain that can do it all, from ultra-high speed charging to professional-level data transfer speeds. Here is what you should know.
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- Deals: iPhone 16 up to $420 off orig. price, 32GB M4 MacBook Air $300 off, M4 Pro $400 off, chargers, more
Deals: iPhone 16 up to $420 off orig. price, 32GB M4 MacBook Air $300 off, M4 Pro $400 off, chargers, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are starting with some serious price drops on iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models – these Amazon offers are drastically undercutting the Apple refurb units that recently appeared with iPhone 16 models at up to $420 off and 16 Pro at $630 off the original prices. We also have a particularly notable offer on 32GB M4 MacBook Air models at up to $300 off and M4 Pro MacBook Pro configs at $400 off. Apple’s 11-inch 1TB M5 iPad Pro has hit the Amazon all-time low, you can land Powerbeats Pro 2 at up to $122 off, and Anker’s new orange model Smart Display Nano Charger now live on Amazon at $30. Head below for a closer look at everything.
more…Google Photos brings ‘Create with AI’ templates to iPhone
Google Photos is bringing its new “Create with AI” templates over to iPhone and iPad, a few months after they arrived on Android.
more…Apple TV Remote comes to the Mac with this new, free app
JumpCloud launches venture arm to fund the next generation of IT and security startups
JumpCloud is expanding its footprint in the enterprise security landscape, but this time, it’s not with a new software feature. The company today announced the launch of JumpCloud Ventures, a new investment arm designed to support early-stage companies building solutions in identity, security, AI, and IT productivity. Along with the launch of the fund, JumpCloud has announced its first strategic investment in Tofu, a startup focused on combating identity fraud during the hiring process.
more…Apple Arcade is adding Oceanhorn 3 and three more new games
Apple Arcade just announced its new titles coming in March, headlined by the latest title in a popular and long-running franchise: Oceanhorn 3.
more…Here are four Apple Music features I’ve been loving lately
I’m a firm believer that Apple Music is the best music streaming service out there. Here are four features in Apple Music I’ve been loving lately that you should check out.
more…9to5Mac Daily: February 10, 2026 – App Store changes, MacBook rumors
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