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iPhone 14 Pro prototype reveals the humble beginnings of Apple's haptic button project

A newly-discovered iPhone 14 Pro prototype features one of the earliest known incarnations of Apple's scrapped haptic button project.


An iPhone 14 Pro featuring Apple's Bongo design was recently discovered.

Back in July of 2024, AppleInsider published exclusive imagery of a prototype iPhone 15 Pro Max equipped with Apple's long-rumored haptic buttons. Developed under the codename Project Bongo, the haptic buttons were supposed to make their debut in 2023 but never ended up on mass-production units.




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Supply chain leak hints at two potential Apple home automation releases set for 2026

An Apple supplier may have been tapped to build an Apple-designed smart home camera and future health-focused AirPods, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.


Tapo smart cameras compatible with Apple HomeKit

After Apple abandoned the decade-long Apple Car project, rumors suggested Apple would increase investments in the smart home and AI. While Apple Intelligence has been released to the public, there has been little evidence of Apple's new commitment to the smart home beyond rumors of a smart monitor.

A new supply chain-based rumor from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests an Apple supplier named Goertek has been tapped with orders for two products due in 2026. The first is a smart home camera, and the second is a set of AirPods with more health-focused features.


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App Store faces Epic Games-style antitrust lawsuit from Chinese developer

The developer of an app dropped from the App Store in China has filed a lawsuit that challenges Apple's overall practices, as well as damages of $420,000.


China and the App Store

Apple has consistently been bowing to pressures from China and dropping apps from the App Store in the region. In this case, it's claimed an app called Bodyreader was pulled by Apple over reasons the developer believes are inconsistent.

According to Bloomberg Beijing's intellectual property court has accepted a complaint from Bodyreader's developer. The publication describes this as an Epic Games-style lawsuit on account of its scope concerning Apple's overall practices on the App Store.


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North Korean hackers use infected crypto apps to target Macs

North Korean hackers have disguised malware in seemingly harmless macOS apps using sophisticated code to bypass security checks and target unsuspecting users.


Malware apps continue to target Mac users

In a recent discovery, researchers at Jamf Threat Labs uncovered malware embedded in macOS apps that look harmless on the surface. Using the popular app-building tool Flutter, cybercriminals made apps that slipped through typical security measures.

Flutter, developed by Google, has become a favorite tool for creating apps that work seamlessly across macOS, iOS, and Android. Its codebase allows developers to build an app once and have it look consistent across all platforms.


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iOS 18.2 could receive a full public release with Image Playground & ChatGPT on December 9

iOS 18.2 with access to ChatGPT integrations, Image Playground, and Genmoji could finally roll out to the general public on December 9 based on a notice recently posted by a UK carrier.


iOS 18.2 could receive a full public release on December 9.

On Monday, Apple released the third developer beta of iOS 18.2. Along with the various changes and quality-of-life improvements, the software also contains an update for carrier-specific settings.

The third developer beta contains an update for devices using the British carrier EE. The carrier settings shipped with iOS 18.1 and the second developer beta of iOS 18.2 had the version number 59.5.1, while iOS 18.2 developer beta 3 increased the EE carrier settings version to 60.5.2.


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Power press: Fixes for Apple's oddly-placed Mac mini button

Apple's decision to place the power button of the M4 Mac mini underneath has been questioned by users. In some cases, they've come up with their own "solutions" to the problem.


Mac mini power button

The introduction of the M4 Mac mini was welcomed by critics, with the already small Mac made to be even smaller. Getting to that size meant there had to be a compromise, and that took the form of an awkward power button placement.

Rather than at the rear, the button is instead underneath the corner of the Mac mini's enclosure. It's in a position that you have to lift or tilt the Mac mini to access it, which can be awkward for people with larger digits.


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Apple's smart display with smart home AI focus predicted for March 2025

The pivot from Apple Car set the stage for bigger investments in the smart home, and the initial products from that shift could be launching as soon as March according to a new rumor.


Apple could release an iPad-like home hub with AI and smart home features

Apple has offered smart home options since 2014 with the launch of HomeKit. Beyond Siri integrations, HomePod, and few product category additions over the years, the company's investment in the area hasn't been as strong as some of its competitors.

That could change as soon as March with the launch of a new smart display that isn't an iPad, doesn't have an App Store, and is voice-first. This device would be a precursor to the rumored display with a robotic arm that's been rumored since Apple Car was abandoned.


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Youth learn new methods to share their faith

OMer Richard Sharp teaches practical and relevant methods of sharing the Gospel with Portuguese young people at a youth camp.




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OM Portugal begins outreach to Fátima

OM Portugal sends a Portuguese pastor and his family to begin outreach in the Catholic town of Fátima.




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From Texas to Tana: What adventures will tomorrow hold? – Part II

Caitlin, an intern with OM, participates in African and communications orientation in South Africa before flying to Madagascar.




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God provides for Hanta to join an OM outreach

Hanta, a committed young Christian from a rural village in Madagascar, learns that if she’s willing to obey God, He provides a way.




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Project Namana: reaching out a hand of friendship

Starting a Christian micro-finance programme has been a long-time dream for OM Madagascar. In partnership with OM Hong Kong, this will soon become a reality.




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Perline of great price

Since joining OM’s Namana Project, one couple has developed a successful business, built their own home and can give their children an education.




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Reading and Writing with Jesus

OM Madagascar responded to the declining literacy rate in the Androy region by starting a literacy course in Ambovombe. Last month the first class graduated, and the second class began.




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Trusting Him for the future

Perla, meaning “pearl” in Malagasy, raises awareness about human trafficking and provides skills training, coupled with discipleship, to at-risk women and girls.




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Worth more than jewels

Perla is a Freedom Challenge project in Madagascar that is empowering women through skills training.




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Spreading the gospel

Siniore desires for her family and friends to know Christ’s love as she does. After a training, she took what she learnt and put it into practice.




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Making Easter a real treat!

OM Europe's Bus4Life assisted the local Baptist Church in the small village of Torda reach out to their local community.




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Bringing love to a refugee camp at Christmas

OM Hungary team members put on a special Christmas programme a local refugee camp.




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Reaching out to the world in Hungary

Workers with OM Hungary minister to the weary and burdened in a local refugee camp.




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Reaching the next generation through English

Through six camps over the summer, OM Hungary reached over 300 children and youth with the message of the Gospel while teaching English.




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Puppets share Gospel with students

An OM puppet ministry team in Hungary performs during Christmas and Easter, bringing the Gospel message to children, teachers and parents.




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Finns join Hungarians for puppet outreach

Many schools experienced a new international flavour this year when the OM puppet outreach team was joined by a supporting Finnish church.




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Together we make a difference

OM Hungary works alongside partner organisations to bring comfort and Jesus’ love to refugees in Budapest.




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Refugee ministry- a personal reflection

OM Hungary team member Jill shares about her experience of ministering to the refugees in Hungary.




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Refugee ministry continues in Hungary

Refugee families experience a fun day away from the city provided by local mission workers.




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Santa Claus and the street corner

An OMer in Hungary shares how God intervened in the lives of women in the sex industry through the Bus4Life ministry




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A place to come ashore

After many challenges, the vision for a community centre becomes a reality.




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‘You don’t see the plant, but the roots are growing underneath’

Three OM Hungary team members share what they’ve learned while serving as teachers at the International Christian School of Budapest.




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Creating an opportunity to talk

Hungarian students learn about dating, sex and marriage during a Bus4Life visit.




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The three things I learnt

OMer Patrick shares his biggest takeaways from serving in sports ministry in Hungary for two years.




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The threshold of a new step

OM's new field leader in Hungary shares his journey in missions and his heart for establishing vibrant communities of Jesus followers.




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News24 Business | The Trump Trade and SA: Bad news for the rand and interest rates - for now

Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 US presidential election may have just worsened prospects for the rand, the JSE and the broader SA economy.




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News24 Business | Maputo port halts taking cargo after election unrest

Mozambique's Maputo port, a key chrome export hub, has stopped receiving cargo due to ongoing election unrest in the southeast African nation.




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News24 Business | Wanted: Companies to revive 16 derelict govt buildings in eThekwini

South Africa's national government said it will, for the first time, ask private companies to help revive dilapidated buildings it owns in inner cities in the country's biggest urban centres.




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News24 Business | Australia moves to ban children under 16 from social media

Australia's prime minister on Thursday vowed to ban children under 16 from social media, saying the pervasive influence of platforms like Facebook and TikTok was "doing real harm to our kids".




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News24 Business | Fed makes quarter point cut as Powell signals readiness to defy Trump if asked to resign

The US Federal Reserve shrugged off concerns about the economic impact of Donald Trump's election victory and moved ahead with a quarter point cut Thursday.




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News24 Business | Frenzy for Black Friday may have died down, but locals still buying up a storm

Another year, and the South African love affair with Black Friday continues unabated, albeit not with the same frenzy that greeted it during its peak in 2019, say analysts.




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News24 Business | Malatsi confirms plans to scrap smartphone luxury tax, address SABC Bill controversy

Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi has said his department will look into scrapping luxury tax on smartphones.




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News24 Business | Tax the rich? Treasury says it is considering a wealth tax

National Treasury has said it is considering a wealth tax on high-net-worth individuals to boost government revenue.




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Climbing for the freedom of millions

Forty-seven women from all over the world are climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in Kenya this week to raise awareness of global injustices against women and children.




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Freedom Climbers complete first leg

The Freedom Climbers have completed the first leg of their trek up Mt. Kilimanjaro. They climb to raise awareness and funds to combat slavery.




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Freedom Climbers reach Kilimanjaro summit

After five days of strenuous hiking and altitude sickness, the Freedom Climbers rejoice at the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, fittingly called Uhuru (freedom) Peak.




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Hiking to impact mothers and children worldwide

On 12 May, 130 people in Atlanta, Georgia, participate in a hike at to benefit trafficked and exploited women across our world.




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Climbing for the freedom of women worldwide

150 gathered for the first Freedom Climb Conference in September to learn how to become advocates for oppressed women and children around the world.




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Freedom Climbers complete first few days

The Freedom Climb team completes the first few days of the journey to Mt. Everest Base Came and Kala Patthar Peak. Please pray for them.




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Freedom Climbers press on for the oppressed

The Freedom Climbers remain encouraged through increasing altitudes and dropping temperatures as they continue upward to Mt. Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Peak.




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Freedom Climbers finish!

The Freedom Climb team has made it safely back to Kathmandu, and each climber is heading home.




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Freedom Climb expands to Freedom Challenge in US

The Freedom Climb becomes The Freedom Challenge to include more women in a movement to raise awareness, prayer and funds to combat slavery.




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I am ready to go!

Having faced their fears in a safe environment, young Moldovans discover and embrace the calling to reach out to the hard places of the world.