Beyond Cupertino: Uber’s 32-step cancellation process, Bluesky blue checks, and more

Tech companies have often been accused of making it hard to cancel subscriptions, but Uber appears to have taken things to a whole new level! It’s being sued by the FTC for forcing Uber One subscribers to take as many as 32 separate actions when they want to cancel.

The Federal Trade Commission also says that Uber illegally started charging subscribers before the end of their free trial period, and lied about the cost savings …

Uber One is a subscription service which claims to offer a range of benefits, including discounts


iPhone 17e already well advanced, says leaker with the right credentials

Apple’s replacement of the iPhone SE with the iPhone 16e raised an obvious question: Would the ad-hoc update schedule for the SE series also be replaced with an annual refresh, kicking off with an iPhone 17e?

A leaker with the right credentials to answer this question said back in February they believed the answer to be yes, and the same source says there is now solid evidence for this …

Apple’s previous name for its entry-level phone wasn’t accidental. By calling


Apple @ Work Podcast: IDC’s Q1 2025 PC Shipment report

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Rumor: iPhone 17 Pro could launch in Sky Blue

Many details of the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max have already leaked , but little has been shared about Apple’s expected color options. Today, leaker Majin Bu has posted that Sky Blue may be on its way.

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sources close to the supply chain confirm that several iPhone 17 Pro prototypes have been made in various colors, with Sky Blue currently the frontrunner. In prototypes, it reportedly looks even more stunning than the much-loved Sierra Blue of the iPhone 13 Pro


iOS 19 will make a design change that’s perfect for large iPhones, per leak

iOS 19 will be unveiled in less than two months at WWDC. And rumors indicate there’s at least one iOS 19 change coming that will be especially valuable for users of large iPhones: a relocated search bar in apps.

When rumors started spreading about an overhauled iOS design, I suspect many of us focused primarily on visual changes.

iOS 19, however, is expected to bring functional improvements too with its redesign.

According to Jon Prosser , there’

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Sidecar app removing CarPlay browser and video playback feature, refunds available

Sidecar’s CarPlay web browser/video player is going away after briefly arriving on the App Store. The company behind the app is removing the browser feature at the request of Apple.

Anyone who purchased the park and watch feature for $9.99 can request a refund since the feature will be removed from the next app update. From the Sidecar app team:

Thank you for your interest in our Safari browsing feature for CarPlay. We’ve been overwhelmed by your positive response and support for this functionality.


AirTag 2 release date: Here’s when to expect the launch

It’s been over four years since AirTag was , and there’s never yet been a successor. But that’s about to change, as rumors point toward AirTag 2 launching in the coming weeks. Here’s when to expect the AirTag 2 release date.

Apple has upgraded its original AirTag in small ways via firmware updates over time.

It has even introduced bigger additions like iOS 18.2’s new ‘Share Item Location’ option .

But the original AirTag hardware has remained unchanged since launch

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iPhone 17 Air will compromise in a few areas, but this key feature won’t be one of them

Later this year, Apple is going to debut its thinnest iPhone to date . At just 5.5mm thin, iPhone 17 Air will be record-setting .

You might anticipate that an ultra-thin phone comes with awful battery life. After all, iPhone battery life improved drastically over the past few years, as Apple has made increasingly thicker iPhones. However, at least according to current rumors, iPhone 17 Air won’t compromise on battery life. Here’s why.

According to multiple sources


MagSafe Monday: Lamicall’s 3-in-1 charger is built for travel and priced right

I’ve spent more nights in a hotel in 2025 than I care to mention. I recently went on a trip and was completely spaced on bringing a USB-C cable. After a run to the Apple Store, I had one, but it was still super frustrating. I need to build a permanent travel kit for cables. Between cables, chargers, and adapters, things get messy fast. A 3-in-1 charger helps cut down on clutter, but most of them are bulky

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