Apple had filed an emergency request asking the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit to halt the ITC’s order. The appeals court said it is pausing the ban while it considers Apple’s motion for a longer-term pause.
“We are thrilled to return the full Apple Watch lineup to customers in time for the new year,” Apple said in a statement. “Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, including the blood oxygen feature, will become available for purchase again in the United States at Apple Stores starting today and from apple.com tomorrow by 12 pm PT.”
This is a deliberate taking of our intellectual property.
Joe Kiani, Masimo CEO
Beginning Thursday, Dec. 28, all watches will be available online and in stores, a major victory for the tech giant in one of its most profitable times of the year. Still, Apple is not out of the woods, as the ongoing patent dispute with medical device company Masimo makes its way through the courts.
Masimo sued Apple in 2020 for allegedly stealing its blood-oxygen reading technology and putting it in Apple Watches.
“Ever since 2013, when [Apple] contacted me and said we’re the platinum of of non-invasive monitoring. They want us to go in with them, meet with them, because they want to integrate our technology. We have not heard from them. Instead, they ended up recruiting 25 of my engineers, including our chief medical officer and CTO from a spinoff company. And this is not an accidental infringement. This is a deliberate taking of our intellectual property,” Masimo CEO Joe Kiani told Bloomberg last week.
Masimo has not commented on the latest decision, according to media reports.
US strikes Iran-backed groups after drone attack on servicemembers in Iraq: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 26, 2023
America retaliates against Iran-backed militant groups following an attack on U.S. servicemembers in Iraq. And, as of today, Dec. 26, some of Apple’s most popular watches are no longer for sale. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023.
US strikes Iran-backed groups after attack injures 3 US servicemembers in Iraq
The United States has fired retaliatory strikes against Iranian-backed militia groups in Iraq following a drone attack hours earlier that injured three U.S. servicemembers at an airbase in northern Iraq. One of the servicemembers was critically injured.
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The strikes were carried out around 4:45 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 26, local time, less than 13 hours after the attack on U.S. personnel. National Security Council spokeswoman Adrienne Watson said President Joe Biden was alerted of the attack on the air base and ordered the Pentagon and top security aids to prepare response options.
According to a statement by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, the strikes targeted three facilities used by Kataib Hezbollah, who claimed credit for the drone attack, and affiliated groups. The U.S. Central Command said “a number of Kataib Hezbollah militants” were likely killed.
…the president and I will not hesitate to take necessary action to defend the United States, our troops, and our interests. There is no higher priority
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin
U.S. troops in the Middle East have come under dozens of attacks since the war between Israel and Hamas began on Oct. 7. Austin said in addition to the drone incident, the strikes were in response to the series of attacks against U.S. servicemembers in Iraq and Syria by Iranian-sponsored militias.
“And let me be clear – the president and I will not hesitate to take necessary action to defend the United States, our troops, and our interests. There is no higher priority,” Austin said. “While we do not seek to escalate conflict in the region, we are committed and fully prepared to take further necessary measures to protect our people and our facilities.”
Egypt proposes a plan to end Israel-Hamas war
Egypt is proposing a plan to end the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, with both sides not yet rejecting the idea. Israel’s war cabinet met on Monday night, Dec. 25, to discuss the multi-step plan, according to Israeli officials.
According to reports, the proposal calls for a pause in the fighting of up to two weeks to allow for the release of more Israeli hostages, including children, women, and the elderly, in exchange for the release of approximately 140 Palestinians imprisoned in Israel.
The pause would be followed by the creation of a transitional government for the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, consisting of several Palestinian factions, including Hamas and the Palestinian Authority. Israel and Hamas would then negotiate an “all-for-all” deal that would see the release of all remaining hostages in return for all Palestinian prisoners, as well as Israel’s military withdrawing from Gaza and Palestinian militant groups halting rocket attacks at Israel.
The Egyptian plan was shared with Israel, Hamas, Qatar, and the U.S. last week. Though a proposal may be in discussion, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave no sign of a possible deal in the works, telling troops in Northern Gaza on Monday, Dec. 25, “We’re not stopping, the war continues until the end.”
In an op-ed piece published in The Wall Street Journal later in the day, Netanyahu outlined three things he sees are needed to be accomplished for peace, “Hamas must be destroyed, Gaza must be demilitarized, and Palestinian society must be deradicalized.”
Congress consistently works 3 to 4 days in Washington
Congress is currently on holiday break, and members won’t be back in Washington D.C. until Jan. 8, for what will surely be a busy start to their year with debates over Ukraine and Israel aid, border security, and keeping the government running still to be settled. Straight Arrow News’ political correspondent Ray Bogan looked at the typical workweek of members of Congress, who consistently work three to four days a week in D.C., with travel days on Mondays and Thursdays.
Some lawmakers tell Straight Arrow News that consistently leaving has a negative impact on getting work done and building bipartisanship. You can find Ray’s full report, including reactions from members of Congress, here.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene was the target of swatting on Christmas Day
A swatting attempt targeting Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene’s home on Christmas Day was sniffed out by local authorities. According to law enforcement, a man from New York called the suicide prevention hotline claiming he had shot his girlfriend and was going to kill himself at the congresswoman’s Georgia home.
“I was just swatted. This is like the 8th time. On Christmas with my family here. My local police are the GREATEST and shouldn’t have to deal with this,” Greene wrote.
Law enforcement also confirmed that Greene has been the target of swatting in the past, where callers report fake emergencies to draw a large armed police response to her home. Congressman Brandon Williams of New York also posted on social media that he was a target of swatting on Christmas, too. Williams said police were investigating.
Judge rules bonuses lawsuit against X will move forward
A federal judge has ruled that another lawsuit brought against the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, will move forward and head to trial. Elon Musk’s company is accused of not paying out more than $5 million in bonuses to staff after his takeover in October 2022.
X argued in court that an oral promise should not be binding and Texas law should apply to the case since that is where the employee lives. But the judge ruled against the social media giant and said the case could move forward based on California law — as the company is based in San Francisco.
Latest Apple watch no longer sold in stores over patent dispute
If you found the latest Apple watch under your Christmas tree yesterday, Dec. 25, you may have one of the last ones to be sold. As of today, Dec. 26, the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 are no longer available in Apple stores.
While Apple has pulled the disputed watches from the market, it said it is “pursuing a range of legal and technical options to ensure that Apple Watch is available to customers.” But if you’re still looking to buy an Apple Watch, the ruling does not affect older models, like the Apple Watch SE, which are still available.
Thieves then lock victims out of various accounts after using the code and changing passwords to apps and services found on the phone. To counter those attacks, Apple has announced it will be rolling out a new setting called Stolen Device Protection.
With Stolen Device Protection turned on, an iPhone will restrict certain settings, like changing passwords when it’s away from a location familiar to the user.
If a request is made to change a password, the iPhone will require a Face ID or Touch ID from the user; there will then be an hour-long delay, at which time another Face ID or Touch ID scan will be needed to confirm the action, then and only then, can the password be changed.
“iPhone data encryption has long led the industry, and a thief can’t access data on a stolen iPhone without knowing the user’s passcode,” the spokesperson told CBS MoneyWatch. “In the rare cases where a thief can observe the user entering the passcode and then steal the device, Stolen Device Protection adds a sophisticated new layer of protection.”
Biden warns Israel is losing world support, says US will aid Ukraine ‘as long as we can’: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 13, 2023
President Biden delivers updates on where the United States stands in its support of Israel and Ukraine. And, Apple is rolling out a new security feature to protect iPhone users from passcode thieves. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023.
Biden says Israel is losing support; US will aid Ukraine ‘as long as we can’
Biden said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu needs to change his approach, calling him the leader of “the most conservative government in Israel’s history” that doesn’t “want anything remotely approaching a two-state solution.”
Hours before Biden’s comments, Netanyahu remarked on the rift between the U.S. and Israel concerning what a post-war Gaza would look like.
“Yes, there is disagreement about ‘the day after Hamas’ and I hope that we will reach agreement here as well,” Netanyahu said.
Meanwhile, Biden announced $200 million in approved aid for Ukraine during a joint press conference with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House.
However, Biden admitted with funding for additional aid stalled amid disagreements in the Senate over a stricter border policy, the U.S. will only be able to support Ukraine for a limited time if no action is taken. Biden called it a gift for Russian President Vladimir Putin and said America will continue to supply Ukraine with critical weapons and equipment for “as long as we can.”
“Without supplemental funding, we’re rapidly coming to an end of our ability to help Ukraine respond to the urgent operational demands that it has,” Biden said. “Putin is banking on the United States failing to deliver for Ukraine. We must, we must, we must prove him wrong.”
UN General Assembly votes in favor of cease-fire after US veto
As the United States continues to support Israel and its right to defend itself after Hamas’ terror attack, while being critical of the impact on civilians in Gaza, the U.S. has refused to back calls for a cease-fire. On Tuesday, Dec. 12, the U.N. General Assembly voted in favor of a resolution demanding a cease-fire despite opposition from the U.S. and Israel.
Eight countries, including Austria, Guatemala, and Paraguay, joined the U.S. and Israel in opposing the resolution. The assembly’s vote came a few days after the United States vetoed a similar resolution in the smaller Security Council on Friday, Dec. 8.
Arab and Islamic nations called the emergency session of the general assembly to vote on Tuesday, Dec. 12. While resolutions from the General Assembly are not legally binding, they are a gauge of where the world stands on issues.
Following the vote, Riyad Mansour, the Palestinian U.N. ambassador, said it was a “historic day in terms of the powerful message that was sent from the General Assembly.”
Media Matters sues Texas, alleging it violated the First Amendment
Apple releasing security feature to protect against code-stealing thieves
Apple is releasing a new security feature for iPhones to protect users from thieves who learn their passcodes, which unlocks their phones. The move is in response to a report by the Wall Street Journal on criminals stealing iPhones after watching users type in their passcodes.
With stolen device protection turned on, an iPhone will restrict certain settings, like changing passwords, when it’s away from a location familiar to the user.
If a request is made to change a password, the iPhone will require a Face ID or Touch ID. from the user. There will then be an hour-long delay, at which time another Face ID or Touch ID scan will be needed to confirm the action. Then, and only then, can the password be changed.
iPhone users are still encouraged to hide their passcodes when in public and never give them out to strangers.
Netflix releases viewership data for first half of 2023
The public is getting a better idea of what viewers have been watching on Netflix and how much they’ve been watching. For years, the streaming service has held back on releasing viewer data, but on Tuesday, Dec. 12, Netflix moved to become more transparent.
The first report of its kind, titled “What We Watched,” includes a list of viewing times on the platform for the first half of the year. Netflix released information on more than 18,000 movies and TV series, each having at least 50,000 viewing hours.
According to the report, season one of Netflix’s original “The Night Agent” was the most-viewed show between January and June, with 812 million viewing hours.
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said the company’s lack of transparency created an “atmosphere of mistrust over time,” and this list creates “a better environment.” However, he admitted it may be more information than anyone would need.
Musk’s comment not only resulted in a response from major advertisers but also from the White House, which said it was “unacceptable to repeat the hideous lie…at any time, let alone after the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust,” referring to the terrorist attack by Hamas in Israel last month that killed at least 1,200 people.
A group of more than 150 Jewish leaders across the political spectrum released a statement calling on advertisers to pull ads from X, and saying that the post “was implicit support for Nazism.”
“Elon Musk is spreading the kind of antisemitism that leads to massacres,” the statement read. “And advertisers are funding the platform that allows him to spread his ideology to hundreds of millions people.”
Musk, who bought the social media site formerly known as Twitter in October 2022, spoke out on Friday, Nov. 17, against advertisers who were pulling their ads. Musk said X would be filing a lawsuit against Media Matters, a liberal media watchdog group that accused X of placing ads next to posts supporting Hitler and the Nazi party.
Musk called the group’s allegations a “fraudulent attack.”
Musk has also defended his post on X saying that he wants nothing but the best for humanity.
“This past week, there were hundreds of bogus media stories claiming that I am antisemitic,” Musk wrote. “Nothing could be further from the truth.”
Apple cancels Jon Stewart’s show after creative differences, Cook’s China trip
Apple has reportedly decided to cancel its show, “The Problem with Jon Stewart,” just weeks before it was set to begin shooting its third season. The comedy-news program aired on Apple TV+ and featured unfiltered critiques of current affairs.
According to The New York Times, Stewart told staff on Thursday Oct. 19, that “potential show topics related to China and artificial intelligence were causing concern among Apple executives.”
There were allegedly disagreements over guests, as well.
The Hollywood Reporter’s sources said Apple told Stewart they needed to be “aligned” on the show topics. When Stewart wanted full creative control, the company threatened to cancel, so the former “Daily Show” host walked away.
Apple did not respond to requests for a statement.
This situation is not the first time that an American entertainment project has made adjustments with Chinese in mind. The 2012 remake of “Red Dawn” initially featured Chinese villains. However, due to pushback in Chinese state media, MGM digitally altered the villains to be North Korean and replaced all related flags and symbols.
Apple’s reported decision to cancel the show coincides with CEO Tim Cook’s second visit to China this year. The tech giant has been facing sluggish iPhone 15 sales in the country. Cook met with the information technology minister following a recent announcement regarding new regulations for app stores.
The dark side of light tracking devices like Apple AirTags
There’s a dark side of a device so light, victims don’t even know it’s there. Apple AirTags are meant to track personal belongings, but criminals quickly capitalized on far more nefarious utilities.
“Had that device not been in that car, my son would still be living today. She found my son because of the Apple AirTag,” LaPrecia Sanders told Nightline.
Sanders’ 26-year-old son Andre was killed in June 2022, after an ex-girlfriend planted an AirTag in his car, tracking him to a local bar and killing him when she found him, according to Indianapolis police.
“She went head-on and ran my son over. And she didn’t do it once. She did it three times. Ended up with a 4,000-pound car sitting on top of my son,” Sanders said.
Sports Illustrated swimsuit model Brooks Nader warned her followers about AirTag dangers after she found the tiny tracking device in her coat.
“It was the scariest, scariest moment ever,” Nader said.
In late 2022, Lauren Hughes sued Apple after she said she found an AirTag in the wheel well of her car, planted there by a stalker she was actively trying to escape.
“I was actually loading things into my vehicle at the time when I got the notification that the AirTag was moving with me,” Hughes said.
The proposed class action lawsuit claims Apple didn’t take effective measures to prevent abuse, saying, “it has become the weapon of choice for stalkers and abusers.”
Thieves are also planting AirTags and other Bluetooth tracking devices to track and steal cars.
More recently, those meant to uphold the law are now accused of illegally using these devices. The FBI is actively investigating the disbanded Los Angeles Police Department gang unit, where officers are suspected of slipping AirTags into vehicles they stopped, allowing them to track suspects without a warrant.
In September, LAPD also opened an internal investigation into Assistant Chief Al Labrada, who is accused of using an AirTag to stalk a subordinate, female officer with whom he had a prior relationship.
Apple’s response
“We’re adding to this growing ecosystem with a new iPhone accessory that makes finding things even easier,” iPhone Systems’ Engineering Program Manager Carolyn Wolfman-Estrada announced in April 2021.
Since Apple launched AirTags, people have used these quarter-sized devices to track anything they don’t want to lose, from wallets and keys to dogs and luggage.
From the beginning, Apple acknowledged malicious use could be an issue.
“AirTag is designed to track items, not people. So we included safety features to discourage unwanted tracking,” Wolfman-Estrada said.
If Apple detects an AirTag traveling with someone other than the owner, they’ll send that person an iOS alert. That’s how stalking victims found out they were being tracked.
However, Android users need a specific app for the same feature, and Apple didn’t launch Tracker Detect until nearly eight months after AirTags came out.
Nearly 10 months after the tech launched, Apple noted, “Incidents of AirTag misuse are rare; however, each instance is one too many.”
The company said it is closely working with law enforcement.
Of course, this isn’t just Apple’s problem because it’s not just AirTags. Tile, Samsung, Chipolo and Pebblebee are just a handful of other Bluetooth tracking devices.
Domestic violence victim advocates are among those pushing for universal standards to combat unwanted trackers.
In May, Apple and Google announced that by the end of 2023, there will be a standard, industry-wide unwanted tracking alert for future iOS and Android versions.
Elon Musk made the trip around the same time and also opposed the idea of decoupling while visiting Tesla’s Gigafactory in Shanghai, where the company made more than half of the vehicles sold in 2022.
Starbucks CEO Laxman Narasimhan also made China his first stop outside of North America since taking the role last year. Narasimhan stressed the company’s long-term commitment to the country, where a new location opens every nine hours.
The Biden administration is also looking to block Chinese companies from purchasing high-end chips used in artificial intelligence made by the likes of Nvidia, AMD and Intel. And Congress passed the $280 billion CHIPS Act last year, which takes aim at China by pushing manufacturers to build facilities in the U.S.
#3: China’s retaliatory bans
Technology bans are not a one-way street. China recently banned America’s biggest memory maker Micron from its infrastructure projects, also due to national security risks. Analysts don’t believe this will have too much of an impact based on Micron’s clientele in the country, which spans far beyond government entities.
China has long been the leader in manufacturing output throughout the globe, but the last thing a major company wants is production slowdowns due to supply chain disruptions, COVID lockdowns or geopolitical tensions. Apple is moving some of its China-based production to other locations in southeast Asia. Microsoft shipped its latest Xbox console from Vietnam, while Amazon is shipping Fire TV devices out of India.
Apple Vision Pro is here. Here are Apple’s top 5 life-changing innovations.
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference kicked off Monday, June 5, where the company makes a big production of its new products. Will this year’s launches change technology forever? Here are Apple’s biggest innovations throughout its history in this week’s Five For Friday.
The device, which resembles ski goggles, can be controlled with the user’s eyes, hands and voice. Apple said it will also be compatible with a number of bluetooth devices for those that prefer a more traditional input method.
Before Apple’s AirPods, truly wireless earbuds were few and far between and the products that were on the market were plagued with battery life, connectivity and sound issues.
When Apple finally released the AirPods in 2016, they seamlessly connected to other Apple devices and had a charging dock small enough to fit in your pocket. After it bought Beats by Dre, Apple became the leading headphone maker in the U.S., despite concerns that AirPods would fall out of ears.
#3: iPod
Until the release of the iPod in 2001, carrying around your music collection meant lugging books of CDs or boxes of tapes. Apple’s iPod ushered in the digital marketplace era of iTunes, which is now a one-stop shop for entertainment.
Apple stopped making the iPod last year, but by that time, it was just a less functional version of No. 2 on this week’s list.
#2: iPhone
It feels like a lifetime ago when BlackBerry was on top of the smartphone game. Without the iPhone’s 2007 launch, people would probably still be typing with buttons instead of a multitouch display.
Iterating on the iPod’s battery life and storage capacity made the iPhone an immediate success. It also allowed Apple to eventually introduce the world to Siri, which brought on a whole new world of AI personal assistants.
Apple II was one of the first successful microcomputers on the market, but it was the Macintosh that changed the personal computer landscape forever.
Taking features from the failed LISA (and slashing the price), Apple’s Macintosh had a mouse-driven graphical user interface. The company launched the innovation with a Ridley Scott-directed 1984 Super Bowl commercial, which is an all-time great. And the product itself was so innovative Apple filed a lawsuit against rival Microsoft for taking too much inspiration from MacOS for Windows.
Microsoft ended up having a highly lucrative decade but Apple got its groove back with the iMac in the late ’90s. Remember all of the color options? Now Apple’s Mac lineup is a trendsetter every year.
Former VP Mike Pence announces 2024 presidential bid: June 7 rundown
The field of GOP candidates for the 2024 presidential election continues to expand, as former Vice President Mike Pence has officially announced his bid for the White House. And pharmaceutical giant Merck has filed a lawsuit against the federal government over the Biden administration’s drug pricing plan. These stories and more highlight the rundown for Wednesday, June 7, 2023.
Former VP Mike Pence announces 2024 presidential campaign
Former Vice President Mike Pence officially launched his 2024 presidential campaign Wednesday, June 7, with the release of a video announcing his bid for the White House. In the video, Pence directed his criticism toward President Joe Biden and Democrats, while emphasizing the importance of patriotism.
Pence’s decision to run against former President Donald Trump makes him the first running-mate in eight decades to challenge the president he served with. The last instance of such a contest occurred in 1940 when President Franklin Roosevelt was unsuccessfully challenged by his vice president, John Nance Garner III.
Pope Francis hospitalized, will undergo intestinal surgery
Pope Francis has been hospitalized and will undergo intestinal surgery, which is expected to require several days of recovery. The surgery aims to repair a hernia in his abdomen. The Vatican has reported that the procedure was arranged within the last few days.
Prior to the surgery on Wednesday morning, Francis was seen at Saint Peter’s Square waving to crowds, displaying good spirits. However, his condition soon worsened and necessitated medical attention, leading to the decision for him to undergo surgery.
This is not the first time this year that the 86-year-old pontiff has faced health concerns. In March, Francis spent three days in the hospital due to a bout of bronchitis.
Deadly shooting at high school graduation in Virginia
A deadly shooting incident took place following a high school graduation ceremony in Richmond, Virginia. The incident unfolded outside a downtown theater, causing panic and prompting hundreds of people to flee the area.
Law enforcement authorities confirmed that two individuals lost their lives in the shooting, including an 18-year-old student who had just graduated and a 36-year-old man. Additionally, five other individuals sustained gunshot wounds. Of particular concern is a 31-year-old gunshot victim who is currently hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.
Amid the chaotic scene, with graduation attendees scrambling to find safety, a 9-year-old girl was unfortunately struck by a car. Reports indicate that she is expected to recover from her injuries.
In connection with the incident, police detained a 19-year-old suspect who attempted to flee the scene while carrying four handguns. It is believed that the suspect was an acquaintance with at least one of the victims. He is expected to face charges of two counts of second-degree murder.
In response to these events, the school district has made the decision to cancel all remaining graduation ceremonies scheduled for this week.
Controversy among Republicans over debt ceiling bill
The nation narrowly averted a potential default on its debt this week as a last-minute bill was signed to raise the country’s debt limit. However, the passage of the bill faced opposition from a group of conservative lawmakers, leading to internal strife within the Republican Party.
Following the debt ceiling vote, 11 Republican House members are now in open revolt against House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., in response to the debt ceiling bill. This rebellion is led by vocal members of the House Freedom Caucus. The controversy arose when a routine procedural vote failed to pass, causing delays in the day’s schedule and slowing progress on various GOP bills, including legislation concerning gas stoves. Notably, this is the first time in nearly two decades that the procedural vote has failed.
The Republican-majority chamber has experienced a rocky start, facing challenges in electing a House speaker and now witnessing internal divisions that have stalled their own agenda.
Pharmaceutical giant Merck files lawsuit against federal government
Pharmaceutical company Merck has taken legal action against the federal government regarding its proposed plan to allow Medicare to negotiate prices for a select group of drugs. Merck’s lawsuit, filed in response to the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, characterizes the plan as “extortion” and deems it unconstitutional. The company argues that the government’s request to adhere to government-set prices without receiving adequate compensation infringes upon their rights.
The drug pricing plan, aimed at reducing healthcare costs and improving affordability, has garnered criticism from some patient advocacy groups. These groups have voiced their opposition to Merck’s lawsuit, emphasizing the importance of affordable medication for patients in need.
In response to the legal challenge, the secretary of Health and Human Services expressed confidence in the legality of the plan, asserting that “the law is on our side.”
Canadian wildfires result in poor air quality alerts across parts of the US
New York and several other parts of the United States are experiencing a haze in the skies, caused by the ongoing wildfires raging in Canada. Photographs emerging from New York and other affected areas capture the visible impact of the fires, as millions of people find themselves under poor air-quality alerts.
Canada is currently grappling with over 400 active wildfires, with the resulting smoke drifting into the northern and eastern parts of the U.S. The smoke has led to reduced visibility, creating a hazy glow in the affected regions. In some areas, residents have reported being able to smell the smoke in the air.
Responding to the deteriorating air quality, New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued an air quality health advisory. The advisory specifically urged individuals with asthma and respiratory conditions to remain indoors, at least until midnight tonight, to minimize their exposure to the compromised air quality.
Apple introduces AI-powered auto-correct feature for iPhone users
Users of the Apple iPhone can look forward to an enhanced auto-correct feature in the near future as Apple plans to incorporate artificial intelligence technology to personalize the experience. This new development aims to learn user habits and adjust words accordingly, providing a more tailored and accurate auto-correct feature.
One of the primary improvements users can expect is the correction of frequently misspelled words. With AI assistance, the auto-correct feature will have a better understanding of individual typing patterns, reducing errors caused by common mistakes.
The AI-powered auto-correct will also be designed to recognize intentional typing choices. It will respect user preferences and refrain from automatically changing words that individuals intentionally type, including commonly used curse words.
Apple plans to introduce this AI-assisted auto-correct feature in the upcoming iOS 17 update, scheduled for release in the fall.