EU broadcasters want Apple TV and Siri regulated as gatekeepers under DMA

A group representing Europe’s commercial broadcasters has asked the European Commission to extend its toughest Digital Markets Act (DMA) rules to smart TVs and virtual assistants, . Here are the details.

As reported by , the Association of Commercial Television and Video on Demand Services in Europe (ACT) is calling for smart TV platforms and virtual assistants to be designated as gatekeepers under the DMA:

Google, Amazon, Apple and ​Samsung’s smart TVs and virtual assistants should fall under the EU’s toughest tech rules because


DarkSword exploit, which affects outdated versions of iOS, leaks on GitHub

The exploit, revealed last week by Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, is now publicly available on GitHub, increasing the urgency for older iPhones and iPads to run the latest available iOS and iPadOS versions. Here are the details.

In recent weeks, Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, iVerify, and Lookout revealed details of two exploits, Coruna and DarkSword , that chain multiple iOS and iPadOS vulnerabilities to compromise outdated iPhones and iPads.

In a nutshell, both exploits rely on WebKit and other vulnerabilities that Apple recently patched with


Kwikset brings smart lock control to Apple CarPlay

Lock maker Kwikset is updating its smart lock app to work with Apple CarPlay for the first time.

Smart lock control through CarPlay otherwise relies on Siri or scene recommendations from CarPlay’s Dashboard view.

By introducing a CarPlay app, Kwikset is giving more control to drivers who want to visually check the status or lock/unlock a connected smart lock.

Once a smartphone is connected to the vehicle, either wired or wirelessly, the Kwikset app appears alongside other supported apps, allowing users to select their home and tap to lock


MagSafe Monday: The iPhone 17e fixes the biggest flaw of the 16e

MagSafe is table stakes for me. I never considered the iPhone 16e because of that. That changes with the brand new . By finally adding to its $599 device, Apple has standardized the accessory experience across the entire lineup.

MagSafe Monday: Every Monday, Bradley Chambers looks at the latest and greatest in the MagSafe and wireless charging industry to help you get the most out of your Apple devices that support wireless charging.

For many years, there was a significant gap in performance between entry-level

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Apple Health is more powerful than you think, here are my top tips

The Apple Health app on iPhone is a powerful way to track all facets of your health. Whether it’s recording data from your Apple Watch, importing records straight from your doctor, or integration with third-party apps, there’s something for everyone.

Here’s how to get the most out of the Apple Health app.

This one is pretty self-explanatory. As you’d except, the Apple Watch and Apple Health go together hand-in-hand. While you can view a lot

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Instagram now finally lets users reorder carousel images and videos after publishing

Instagram is rolling out a long-requested feature that lets you reorder photos and videos in a carousel after a post is already live. Here’s how it works.

No more posting, deleting, then posting it again in the correct order

If you’ve ever posted an Instagram carousel only to realize a photo or video was out of order, you’ve probably been surprised to find out that there was no way to rearrange it.

Today, Instagram started rolling out carousel reordering, which the platform tells 9

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Anthropic is giving Claude the ability to use your Mac for you

Anthropic is introducing the ability for Claude to control your Mac. The feature arrives today.

In an unlisted YouTube video, Anthropic shows off Claude computer usage with Cowork and Code:

In Claude Cowork and Claude Code, you can now let Claude use your computer to handle tasks. It can point, click, and navigate like you would to do everything from opening and editing files to handling complex software tasks. And with Dispatch, you can instruct Claude from your phone.

Engadget that the feature will be available on macOS for


iOS 26.4 users can try the new Apple Podcasts video experience with these shows

Apple Podcasts has a brand new video podcast experience in iOS 26.4. iPhone users running the iOS 26.4 Release Candidate can now see it in action with these shows.

The company announced its brand new video podcast experience as part of iOS 26.4 last month. The big change is that creators can release video podcasts that users can stream or listen to as audio — no need for separate feeds.

The new video podcast experience empowers creators. Creators distribute through participating hosting providers and ad networks


Roborock Saros 20 demonstrates that AI in a robocleaner can be genuinely useful

A lot of fun has rightfully been poked at tech companies rushing to either add AI features to their products without adding any actual value to the owner experience, or to relabel existing features as AI. Robocleaners have been cited as one of many examples.

But the new demonstrates that, applied thoughtfully, AI can make a genuinely meaningful difference to the its owners. The new machine sits at the top of the company’s lineup at CES 2026, and pet owners especially will want to check it out.

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Apple Mail has a hidden feature that solved my biggest inbox problem

I’ve used Apple’s Mail app for years across my iPhone, iPad, and Mac, but the recently added inbox categories were a mixed bag for me until I started regularly using one hidden feature.

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