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• Apple CEO Tim Cook: There's a 'Lot of Innovation' Left for Future iPhone Development

  30-01-2025 23:43 via macrumors.com
  
  During today's earnings call covering the first fiscal quarter of 2025, Apple CEO Tim Cook was asked about whether he felt there was room for form factor innovation in future iPhone models, with the question hinting perhaps spurred by rumors of the upcoming
  "iPhone 17 Air."
  Cook often declines to provide insight into future products during earnings calls, but he did give an encouraging answer. "I think there's a lot more to come," Cook said. "I could not feel more optimistic about our product pi
  
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• Apple’s install base reaches new high, but growth rate has slowed

  30-01-2025 23:28 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple disclosed today that its global install base has reached a new high. However, the active device growth rate is down compared to the previous year.more…
  
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• Spider-Man 2 PS5 Skin Now Available on Marvel Rivals

  30-01-2025 23:09 via cnet.com
  
  One of the best Spider-Man outfits is out if you have the money for it.
  
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• Apple Now Has More Than 2.35 Billion Active Devices Worldwide

  30-01-2025 23:07 via macrumors.com
  
  There are more than 2.35 billion active iPhones, iPads, Macs, and other Apple devices worldwide, Apple CEO Tim Cook said today in the earnings call covering the first fiscal quarter of 2025.
  2.35 billion active devices is a new record for Apple. Apple last shared its active install base numbers in February 2024, when the company had 2.2 billion active devices worldwide.Apple did not provide numbers for individual devices, but Apple has long had more than a billion active iPhones worldwide.Tag: E
  
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• iPhone 16 sees stronger sales than iPhone 15—thanks to Apple Intelligence?

  30-01-2025 23:01 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Not every iPhone launch outperforms launch sales of the prior model. That’s the a problem for the iPhone 16 family, however. Apple CEO Tim Cook tells Susan Li that the latest phones are selling in higher volumes than the iPhone 15 family during the same time last year. Perhaps surprisingly to some is the reason: Apple Intelligence.more…
  
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• Here’s why Tim Cook says not to worry about huge iPhone miss in China

  30-01-2025 23:01 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple just reported earnings for the all-important holiday quarter. Overall it was Apple’s best quarter ever, but iPhone sales didn’t quite hit expectations, mainly because of China. CEO Tim Cook’s key takeaway though: iPhone 16 sales were strongest in countries where Apple Intelligence was available.more…
  
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• MacDailyNews presents live notes from Apple’s Q125 conference call

  30-01-2025 22:47 via macdailynews.com
  
  MacDailyNews presents live notes from Apple’s Q125 Conference Call with analysts starting at 2pm PT / 5pm ET today, January 30, 2025.
  This stream is best experienced on an iPhone 7 or later, iPad (5th generation or later), or iPod touch (7th generation) using Safari on iOS 12 or later; or a Mac using Safari on macOS Mojave 10.14 or later. Streaming to your TV requires an AirPlay 2–capable device, or via AirPlay to an Apple TV (2nd generation or later) with the latest Apple TV softwa
  
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• Apple Reports Best Quarter Ever in 1Q 2025 Results: $36.3B Profit on $124.3B Revenue

  30-01-2025 22:39 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today announced financial results for the first fiscal quarter of 2025, which corresponds to the fourth calendar quarter of 2024.
  For the quarter, Apple posted revenue of $124.3 billion and net quarterly profit of $36.3 billion, or $2.40 per diluted share, compared to revenue of $119.6 billion and net quarterly profit of $33.9 billion, or $2.18 per diluted share, in the year-ago quarter.Apple set all-time records during the quarter for total revenue, earnings per share, and services revenu
  
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• Apple reports record Q1 2025 earnings with $124.30 billion in revenue

  30-01-2025 22:35 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple has released its earnings report for fiscal Q1 2025. The company reports $124.30 billion in revenue during the three-month period. That compares to $119.58 billion during the same quarter a year ago. Wall Street expected $124.13 billion in revenue. Profit from revenue includes $36.33 billion. The holiday quarter includes the bulk of iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10 sales as it includes the last three months of the year.more…
  
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• Apple reports first quarter results with all-time records for total company revenue and EPS

  30-01-2025 22:31 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2025 first quarter ended December 28, 2024. The Company posted quarterly revenue of $124.3 billion, up 4 percent year over year, and quarterly diluted earnings per share of $2.40, up 10 percent year over year.
  “Today Apple is reporting our best quarter ever, with revenue of $124.3 billion, up 4 percent from a year ago,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. “We were thrilled to bring customers our best-ever lineup of products
  
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• Rumor Replay: Leaked Apple Intelligence memo, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and more

  30-01-2025 22:02 via 9to5mac.com
  
  This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: a leaked Apple Intelligence-related memo, and iPhone 17 Pro Max and SE 4 reports. Here are this week’s Apple rumors.more…
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Jan. 31, #1322

  30-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,322 for Jan. 31.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 31, #334

  30-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for the Jan. 31 Strands puzzle, No. 334.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Jan. 31, #130

  30-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 130 for Jan. 31
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 31, #600

  30-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 600 for Jan. 31.
  
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• Best Places to Buy Replacement Prescription Lenses Online in 2025

  30-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Find the best online stores for affordable, quality replacement prescription lenses to refresh your favorite frames.
  
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• Apple Might Start Buying Ads on X Again

  30-01-2025 21:40 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple held discussions with X (formerly Twitter) about once again showing ads on the social media site, reports The Wall Street Journal. The talks are said to have taken place "in recent weeks."
  In an attempt to maintain a relationship with X, Apple was one of the companies that did not pause ad buying when Elon Musk took over the company, but Apple did stop its ad buying in 2023 after Musk made antisemitic comments and there was evidence that Apple ads were being shown alongside pro-Hitler cont
  
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• Apple may walk back a major brand safety decision from 2023

  30-01-2025 21:40 via 9to5mac.com
  
  More than a year has passed since Apple paused advertising on X over brand safety concerns. Soon, however, Apple may begin advertising on X again.more…
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: January 30, 2025 – Starlink for iPhone, hidden iOS features

  30-01-2025 21:34 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. 9to5Mac Daily listeners can exclusively save 30% and get a $100 Savings Card.more…
  
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• Apple Reaches $20M Settlement in Watch Battery Lawsuit: Here's Who Qualifies

  30-01-2025 21:20 via cnet.com
  
  Eligible Apple Watch owners have until April 10 to apply for a payout.
  
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• Eight Useful Mac Apps Worth Checking Out

  30-01-2025 21:14 via macrumors.com
  
  Mac apps can often go under the radar, with apps for the iPhone and iPad receiving more attention. For that reason, we have a Mac-focused video series that highlights useful Mac apps we've come across. Our first picks of the year are largely simple, one-task apps that add utility to your Mac.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Ice Menu Bar Manager (Free) - Ice is a menu bar management tool that's an alternative to Bartender. Last year, Bartender was quietly acquired by a
  
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• Formerly Xbox-and-PC Exclusive Forza Horizon 5 Is Heading to PS5 This Spring

  30-01-2025 21:09 via cnet.com
  
  Yet another Xbox hit franchise crosses the console divide as the racing game will soon be available on PlayStation.
  
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• Google's New 'Ask for Me' Search Feature Uses AI to Make Calls

  30-01-2025 20:46 via macrumors.com
  
  Google today started rolling out a new experimental "Ask for Me" feature that's available as part of Search Labs. Google Search users can take advantage of AI to make calls to businesses for information like pricing and availability.
  As of now, Google is testing the experimental feature with auto shops and nail salons, and it is designed to prevent users from having to place calls themselves. Businesses can opt out of the AI-based calls, and the feature does disclose that AI is being used at the
  
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• Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.4: Seven new features and changes to expect

  30-01-2025 20:43 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple Intelligence officially launched three months ago in iOS 18.1, and new features have steadily rolled out ever since. But the next iPhone update, iOS 18.4, is going to be especially big for new Apple Intelligence capabilities. Here are seven features and changes expected to arrive soon.more…
  
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• You can get a MacBook Air for the same price as an iPhone 16

  30-01-2025 20:30 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple can be pretty stingy about discounts, but this amazing MacBook Air M2 is $200 off right now, which means you can get it for $799, an amazing price point.Since this is a MacBook Air, it’s super light at 2.7 pounds and thin, so it will be easy to carry with you anywhere you go. The 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display delivers vivid colors and 500 nits of brightness. The M2 chip makes this laptop a fantastic companion for whatever you need to do, while the 18-hour battery life is a
  
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• Amazon Music Unlimited Price Hike: Here's How Much Plans Now Cost

  30-01-2025 20:20 via cnet.com
  
  The last time Amazon hiked the price of these plans was in 2023.
  
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• New Unity Apple Watch band, upcoming iOS features, Apple AI focus

  30-01-2025 20:19 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Benjamin and Chance review the 2025 Apple Unity watch band, watch face and wallpaper. They talk about some compelling leaked iOS features currently in internal testing, and Apple reportedly redoubles its AI efforts. Also, T-Mobile and Starlink launch a seemingly better satellite connectivity offering, than Apple’s in-built SOS feature.And in Happy Hour Plus, the pair debate if it is time for the Apple Watch hardware lineup to expand. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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• AI-Edited Images and Movies Could Still Be Copyrighted, US Agency Advises

  30-01-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  New guidance from the US Copyright Office says AI images and the prompts used to create them are not copyrightable.
  
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• Boom’s first supersonic flight was #ShotOniPhone featuring Starlink

  30-01-2025 19:54 via spaceexplored.com
  
  Tuesday morning, Boom Supersonic made its supersonic flight debut with its XB-1 test aircraft. The flight featured the first civil supersonic flight from a jet-powered aircraft made in America and was live-streamed for all to see. Using SpaceX’s Starlink and an iPhone, aviation enthusiasts were treated to some of the best in-flight views ever.more…
  
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• Annette Bening joins Anya Taylor-Joy in Apple TV+ series ‘Lucky’

  30-01-2025 19:40 via macdailynews.com
  
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  Apple TV+ will expand its award-winning original series lineup with “Lucky,” a new limited drama set to star Golden Globe Award winner, SAG Award winner and Emmy Award nominee Anya Taylor-Joy (“The Queen’s Gambit,” “The Menu,” “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga,” and upcoming “The Gorge” and “Sacrifice”), who will also serve as executive producer. Annette Bening has officially signed on to the project. “Luc
  
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• Super Bowl 2025: How to Watch the Halftime Show With Megastar Kendrick Lamar

  30-01-2025 19:27 via cnet.com
  
  Kendrick Lamar and SZA will take the stage at the year's biggest football game -- but there's some controversy.
  
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• Apple's Back to School Sale Launches in Japan With Apple Gift Cards

  30-01-2025 19:04 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple's annual "Back to School" promotion has launched in Japan today after returning earlier this month in Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, and South Korea.
  While the other countries that saw the promotion launch this month offered either free AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation with the purchase of any new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, or iMac, or a free Apple Pencil Pro or Apple Pencil (USB-C) with the purchase of any new iPad Pro or iPad Air, the Japanese promotion is offering Apple Gift Car
  
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• PlayStation Plus: Stage the Perfect Heist in Payday 3 This February

  30-01-2025 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  All PS Plus subscribers can play these games from Feb. 4 to March 3.
  
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• Xfinity's New Ultra Low-lag Internet Launches First in These Cities

  30-01-2025 18:57 via cnet.com
  
  Xfinity's new software will be an upgrade for home internet users. Here's what you need to know.
  
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• Apple gave Intel a shot with iPhone chips, but they failed to impress Tim Cook: per TSMC

  30-01-2025 18:07 via 9to5mac.com
  
  TSMC is a major Apple partner, producing chips for its many hundreds of millions of new devices each year. But per the company’s founder, there was once a time when Intel got a shot at iPhone chip production, and failed to impress.more…
  
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• Vroom: Nascar Fans Can Watch Races Through New Driver Cam Feature

  30-01-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Strap in for an immersive viewing experience when you stream this season.
  
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• Europa League Soccer: Livestream Tottenham vs. Elfsborg From Anywhere

  30-01-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Spurs look to put their dismal Premier League form to one side as they host the Swedish outfit.
  
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• Europa League Soccer: Livestream FCSB vs. Man United From Anywhere

  30-01-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Red Devils travel to Romania looking to tie up automatic qualification for the last 16.
  
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• Apple is Fortune’s ‘Most Admired Company’ for 18th consecutive year

  30-01-2025 17:58 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple has been named Fortune’s “Most Admired Company” for the 18th year in a row. This ranking comes from a survey of 3,380 executives and industry leaders who evaluate companies based on nine key attributes, such as innovation, investment value, social responsibility, and talent attraction. Microsoft and Amazon secured the second and third places, respectively, continuing their strong presence in the top rankings.
  Fortune:‎World’s Most Admired Companies Ranking (202
  
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• Microsoft Office for Mac: Microsoft 365 vs Office 2024 buying advice

  30-01-2025 17:53 via macworld.com
  
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  You might be happy just using Apple’s free Pages, Numbers and Keynote apps on your Mac, but there are times when only the Microsoft Office apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, will do. Perhaps you need to collaborate with people using the Office apps and have had enough of converting your Pages documents so that they can edit them in Word. Maybe you are the one who needs to edit a Word document and are hoping that getting a copy of Word (or Excel or PowerPoint) won’t be
  
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• Mexico Asks Google to Reconsider 'Gulf of America' Maps Change

  30-01-2025 17:45 via cnet.com
  
  President of Mexico Claudia Sheinbaum says her country is reaching out to Google about its Maps change and is suggesting additional revisions of its own.
  
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• Deals: Apple Watch Series 10 $136 off, M4 MacBook Pro $200 off, M4 Max $400 off, Satechi sale from $10, more

  30-01-2025 17:45 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Today’s best deals in Apple gear and accessories include Apple Watch Series 10 at up to $136 off alongside ongoing Black Friday pricing across the entire lineup. These offers join the $110 price drop on Apple Watch Ultra 2, but Amazon has also brought back the most affordable M4 MacBook Pro at the lowest we have tracked with $200 in savings alongside a massive $400 price drop on select M4 Max MacBook Pro configs for folks looking to score a real beast of a new laptop. Satechi is running a
  
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• Apple Highlights Hearing Health Issues Leading Up to Super Bowl LIX

  30-01-2025 17:04 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple and the University of Michigan have released new results from the Apple Hearing Study highlighting the increase in noise levels seen around recent Super Bowl games. The results come just ahead of Super Bowl LIX taking place in New Orleans on Sunday, February 9.
  Based on data collected from over 115,000 users via the Noise app on Apple Watch in the Apple Hearing Study, researchers found that study partipicants were exposed to noise levels about 1.5 to 3 decibels higher over the past four Su
  
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• When to Watch Episode 6 of 'The Traitors' on Peacock

  30-01-2025 17:03 via cnet.com
  
  Here's how to stream more of the deception-filled reality competition.
  
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• The return of ‘OG Facebook’ is a big Meta priority this year

  30-01-2025 17:03 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Yesterday Meta reported its quarterly earnings, and amid sharing updates on Threads, Instagram, and yes, the metaverse, CEO Mark Zuckerberg outlined an interesting new priority for this year: getting back to ‘OG Facebook.’more…
  
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• Chinese AI startup DeepSeek seen as positive for Apple

  30-01-2025 16:22 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s fiscal first-quarter earnings have been spiked with some last-minute optimism that the company might gain from the same disruptive forces that have recently shaken the tech industry. The advent of the Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is viewed positively for Apple, as the availability of more affordable AI models could finally trigger the long-awaited iPhone upgrade cycle and spur renewed growth. The market will closely watch how AI and iPhone sales perform when Apple reports its resul
  
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• Super Bowl Sundays are really noisy everywhere in the US – Apple Watch study

  30-01-2025 16:20 via 9to5mac.com
  
  You don’t have to be in the Super Bowl stadium to be exposed to a lot of noise during the game. A new Apple Watch study found that noise levels across America are significantly higher than normal for about nine hours on Super Bowl Sundays.On average, across the US, you’re likely to be exposed to noise levels between 1.5 and 3 decibels higher than usual – which is a lot worse than it sounds when it comes to potential hearing damage …
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• Samsung Introduces Major Discounts on TVs, Monitors, and More Ahead of Super Bowl LIX

  30-01-2025 16:19 via macrumors.com
  
  Samsung this week introduced a new sitewide sale with big discounts on TVs, monitors, storage accessories, and home appliances. You can also still save up to $1,250 when pre-ordering the new Samsung Galaxy S25 smartphone lineup, which includes the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Samsung. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.In terms of TVs, the highlight of this s
  
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• Wrestle Where You Want With the WWE and Netflix Games Soon

  30-01-2025 16:18 via cnet.com
  
  Austin 3:16 shirts sold separately.
  
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• Apple adding another console-caliber game to Apple Arcade

  30-01-2025 16:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is set to add PGA TOUR Pro Golf to Apple Arcade on February 6th. As someone who was obsessed with console games while I was growing up, I can’t help but get excited about this release. This is just another console-level game being added to the already growing portfolio of high-level games. Here’s what you should expect.more…
  
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