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Apple has quite a few security features that it's added to iPhones, iPads, and Macs over the years. Now more than ever, it's important to make sure you're taking advantage of the built-in security tools that are available to keep yourself and your data safe, so we've rounded up a list of the most important options... This article, "Five iPhone Security Features You Should Be Using" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

OpenAI today announced the release of new o3 and o4-mini AI models, which the company says are its smartest models to date. o3 and o4-mini can use and combine all ChatGPT tools, including web searches, analyzing files and data with Python, reasoning about visual input, and generating images... This article, "OpenAI Releases Smarter AI Models" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

The iOS 18.4.1, iPadOS 18.4.1, macOS Sequoia 15.4.1, tvOS 18.4.1, and visionOS 2.4.1 updates that Apple released today include fixes for two major vulnerabilities, which means you should install the new software as soon as you can... This article, "Update Now: iOS 18.4.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 Address Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

Ahead of when new versions of iOS come out, MacRumors forum members and readers often create wishlists for features they're hoping to see, and this year is no exception. Over on our forums, there are a couple wishlists of features that users have been contributing to since last June... This article, "What's On Your iOS 19 Wishlist?" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

Nanoleaf today announced the launch of the Pegboard Desk Dock, a desktop light that's also able to hold accessories and serve as a dock for peripherals like a keyboard and a mouse thanks to added USB-A and USB-C ports... This article, "Nanoleaf Launches Multi-Functional Desk Lights for Your Mac" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

OpenAI is developing a social network that's focused on ChatGPT's image generation features, reports The Verge. OpenAI is reportedly testing a prototype version of an image generator with a social feed, and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has been asking people for feedback on the project... This article, "OpenAI Working on Social Network With Image Generation Features" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

Portable multi-device chargers are popular accessories for frequent travelers, offering the ability to keep your iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods, and in some cases other devices charged up while away from home. Alogic's recently launched Roam 21,000mAh 6-in-1 Power Bank takes things a step further, pairing all of these chargers with an integrated battery to help charge your devices even while away from fixed power... This article, "Review: Alogic's Roam Power Bank Charges Up All of Your Devices on the Go" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

Apple will launch its next Apple Watch activity challenge on Tuesday, April 22 in celebration of Earth Day... This article, "Apple Celebrating Earth Day With Apple Watch Activity Challenge" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

In line with reseller leaks from last month, Apple's Beats brand is launching its first-ever set of charging cables today. Available in up to four color options, the new cables include USB-C to USB-C, USB-A to USB-C, and USB-C to Lightning options... This article, "Beats Launches New Collection of Charging Cables" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

Apple will not be exempt from tariffs after all, with U.S. President Donald Trump working on new semiconductor levies that will likely impact Apple devices, chips from companies like Nvidia, and other electronics... This article, "Trump Planning Semiconductor Tariffs That Will Impact Apple, No One 'Getting Off the Hook'" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

Chipolo today introduced a series of new Bluetooth-enabled item trackers that are compatible with Apple's Find My network. Called the Pop, these trackers come in a range of bright colors, including blue, yellow, red, and green, along with black and white... This article, "Chipolo Launches Colorful New 'Pop' Trackers Compatible With Find My" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

OpenAI today announced the launch of three new GPT models that are available through the OpenAI API. Called GPT-4.1, GPT-4.1 mini, and GPT-4.1 nano, the models are not available for ChatGPT at the current time... This article, "OpenAI Launches New Coding-Focused GPT-4.1 Models" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

Dio is a small company focused on delivering a single product for the Apple ecosystem: a low-cost AirPlay speaker system known as Dio Node. Initially launched as a crowdfunded Indiegogo campaign back in 2022, the Dio Node began shipping to backers later that year before later opening up to all customers... This article, "Review: Dio Node Aims to Bring Cost-Effective AirPlay Speakers to Your Entire Home" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

With its uncompromising focus on user privacy, Apple has faced challenges collecting enough data to train the large language models that power Apple Intelligence features and that will ultimately improve Siri... This article, "Here's How Apple is Working to Improve Apple Intelligence" first appeared on MacRumors.com View the full article

In iOS, the Control Center can be used to quickly take a picture, jot down a note, turn on the lights, control your Apple TV, and much more. It's useful and convenient because you don't even have to unlock your iPhone or iPad to use it... View the full article