Advanced Data Protection – how it makes your iCloud data more secure [Video]

By default, iCloud data is secure while in transit. This data is stored in an encrypted format, while the encryption keys are housed in Apple data centers. 15 particularly sensitive data types, like passwords, Health data, and Journal data, use end-to-end encryption as standard. This sensitive data is encrypted with keys derived from your devices and device passcode, which are only accessible by the end user, and thus this data remains secure even in the case of a data breach in the cloud.


Here’s why the new iPhone SE is more important than you might think

Apple is expected to launch a successor to the iPhone SE this week, and a new survey reveals just how important it could be to the company.

On the eve of a potential new iPhone SE launch, a new survey conducted by has revealed why Apple’s budget option is so important.

Over 1,500 American consumers were polled on the factors that mattered most when shopping for a new phone.

More than half of respondents identified price as the most important aspect of their decision.

This means the majority


Nomad’s new ChargeKey puts ultra-fast charging and data speeds on your keychain

Nomad some of our favorite Apple accessories across charging solutions, Apple Watch bands, and more. Today, the company has released a new version of one of its most convenient charging accessories: .

Nomad’s is a tiny USB-C to USB-C cable designed to attach directly to your keychain. The idea is that with it attached to your keys, you’ll never find yourself in a pinch without a quick way to connect your iPhone to power or data transfer.

The new ChargeKey offers several key improvements


Deals: M4 iPad Pro refurb $400 off, AirTags from $17.50 each, M4 Pro MacBook Pro $260 off, M4 iMac, more

While we are indeed still tracking a series of notable deals on Apple gear in our , there are some additional highlights to scope out this morning. Alongside the on , we also spotted a relatively rare shot at a refurbished the going rate – this is the 256GB Wi-Fi + Cell model – as well as a straight up . Those offers join Amazon renewed the original list price, AirTags from a pop, and much more. Everything awaits below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break .


iPhone 17

iPhone 17 ‘camera bar’ design will reportedly be missing from one model

Over the last few days we’ve seen a lot of new renders of the upcoming iPhone 17 line. One common design trait: a unique ‘camera bar’ design. But there’s one new model that will reportedly lack this fresh look.

Earlier today we shared a video from Jon Prosser providing a great look at what to expect from Apple’s ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air model.

Also noteworthy though was a tidbit Prosser shared about the base model iPhone 17.

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Something not mentioned


Here are 10 Apple Watch features I use everyday & you could too

I have been an Apple Watch user since the original Series 0. It’s been awesome to see the evolution of the Apple watch and what it is today. It’s essentially a wellness computer on your wrist that is also an extension of your entire Apple Ecosystem. I wear this thing every day for many reasons, from wanting to close my rings to controlling my smart home to unlocking all my other Apple devices. It makes my life much easier just because its on my wrist. These are 10 features

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Apple’s M5 chip release will remedy an unpopular M4 decision, per report

Apple’s M4 rollout isn’t yet complete, with the M4 MacBook Air expected to launch soon. But the M5 chip is expected to debut this fall, and when it does, Apple will reportedly remedy an unpopular M4 decision.

Over the weekend, Mark Gurman reported on the first devices expected to feature Apple’s M5 chip. And in doing so, he identified a key change from the company’s M4 approach.

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the M5 chip transition will begin — alongside


China deliberately hampering iPhone production in India in three ways, say reports

Apple’s plan to boost iPhone production in India from an estimated 15% of global production today to 25% by 2027 is being deliberately hampered by the Chinese government, according to new reports.

China is reportedly using a mix of three measures to make it harder for Apple’s manufacturing partners to transfer production to India …

Apple has for years been working to lessen its dependence on China as a manufacturing center, with the pandemic exacerbating the risks of having so much iPhone production in one country


X Premium+ subscription doubled, though company is confused about its own pricing

We reported yesterday the launch of the Grok 3 chatbot , which is only available if you have an X Premium+ subscription. That cost $22/month at the time, but that’s now been more than doubled to $50/month – though X seems a little confused about its own prices …

X owner Elon Musk claims Grok 3 is the “smartest AI on Earth,” as competition continues to increase. OpenAI is planning to launch its most powerful model yet, GPT-4.5


Smart, light, cheaper than ever: DJI’s new gimbal is a steal

Smartphone filmmaking just got an upgrade. DJI, the industry leader in drones and camera stabilization technology, has launched the (OM 7) series, bringing its most advanced tracking technology, intuitive gesture controls, and the for a DJI gimbal.

The Osmo Mobile 7 Series consists of two models: the and the . Both offer DJI’s seventh-generation stabilization, the newly enhanced ActiveTrack 7.0, and an array of intelligent features designed to make smartphone videography easier and more creative than ever before.

The Osmo Mobile

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