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  • iOS game closes down due to strange purchase problem

    iOS game closes down due to strange purchase problem

    Square Enix has decided to close down the iOS version of “Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles” because of a tricky bug linked to in-app buying changes.

    Game No Longer on iPhones

    “Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles” is no longer on the App Store for iPhone users, as reported by The Verge.

    Here’s what Square Enix had to say:

    From January 24, 2025, we’ve noticed that players can’t use the extra content they’ve paid for in the iOS version of “Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles.” This problem also affects the full version of the game, which lets you explore all the dungeons.

    This trouble comes from some new changes in how in-app purchases work. After looking into it, we found out that we can’t fix this bug completely or apply the new changes. Sadly, this means we have to stop supporting the iOS version of “Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles.”

    If you’ve bought things in the game since January, you can get your money back by talking to Apple Support.

    This issue only affects the game on iPhones; you can still play it on other devices.

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  • Easier bike route planning with Apple Maps in the UK and Ireland

    Easier bike route planning with Apple Maps in the UK and Ireland

    Apple Maps has just made it easier for bike riders in the UK and Ireland to find their way around. A recent update spotted by a user on Reddit means that now, you can plan a bike trip from one end of the country to the other, like from the southern tip of England to the northernmost part of Scotland, if you feel like it.

    Before this update, the bike route feature wasn’t available everywhere in these countries. Now, Apple Maps gives you specific paths for cyclists, showing you where the bike lanes are, which paths are good for bikes, and warning you about steep hills, stairs, or other things that might get in your way.

    This feature has been part of Apple Maps since the iOS 14 update, and it’s not just in the UK and Ireland. Cyclists in the United States, Australia, China, France, Germany, and Japan, along with big cities like London, Barcelona, and Toronto, can also use it. Apple keeps an updated list on their website of all the places where this cycling feature works.

    This expansion is great news for anyone who loves to bike or just needs to get around on two wheels, making your journey safer and more enjoyable.

    Cycling Directions Released in Remainder of UK and Ireland
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  • Apple and Alibaba join forces for AI in China

    Apple and Alibaba join forces for AI in China

    Apple has decided to team up with Alibaba to introduce AI features on iPhones in China, ending a period of guesswork about how Apple would handle AI in the Chinese market.

    iPhone 16 Apple intelligence

    Joe Tsai, Alibaba’s chairman, shared this news at the World Government Summit in Dubai. He said, “Apple looked at several companies in China. In the end, they decided to work with us. They want our AI to enhance their phones. We are thrilled to collaborate with a company like Apple.”

    Following this announcement, Alibaba’s shares jumped by as much as 8.6%. This was after a report from The Information confirmed that Apple was indeed teaming up with Alibaba to launch AI features in China. Due to local laws, Apple has not yet introduced all its AI capabilities in China without a local partner.

    Outside China, Apple devices utilize a mix of Apple’s own AI tech and OpenAI’s ChatGPT for their AI functions. Both companies have reportedly sent the necessary paperwork to Chinese authorities for the go-ahead.

    This partnership announcement comes after news that Apple had initially considered another Chinese AI firm, DeepSeek, but chose not to proceed. It was also revealed that Apple had looked at Baidu last year, but found their AI technology lacking for Apple’s standards.

    This move is significant for Apple, especially after facing a tough year in China in 2024 when it lost its spot as the leading smartphone seller. According to Canalys, Apple saw a 17% drop in shipments in China, allowing local brand Vivo to take the top spot. This partnership with Alibaba could be a strategic move to regain ground in this important market.

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  • Apple now sells used M4 Macs at lower prices

    Apple now sells used M4 Macs at lower prices

    Apple has recently started selling refurbished MacBook Pro and Mac mini models with M4 chips in several countries including the United States, Canada, the UK, and Ireland. This is the first time these models have been available in Apple’s refurbished store since they were released in October 2024.

    M4 Mac mini with a Blue Light

    In addition, you can find some refurbished MacBook Pro models with M4 chips in Europe, in countries like Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and a few others. These refurbished Macs are cheaper, about 15% less than buying them new from Apple’s website. However, the stock changes a lot, and sometimes you might see the “buy” button isn’t working for certain models in some places. If you want a specific model, you’ll need to check back regularly.

    Apple hasn’t started selling refurbished iMacs with M4 chips yet in any country. Every refurbished Mac comes with all the usual stuff in the box. For the MacBook Pro, you get a USB-C charger and a USB-C to MagSafe 3 cable. The Mac mini includes its power cord. Apple claims they test each refurbished Mac completely, clean it thoroughly, and check it carefully. They also come with Apple’s one-year warranty, and you can buy extra protection with AppleCare+.

    From what we’ve seen, these refurbished Macs from Apple look and work almost the same as new ones, offering a great chance to save money while still buying from Apple. However, if you’re looking for even bigger savings, checking out sellers like Amazon might give you better deals on Macs.

  • Apple launches new study on health with iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods

    Apple launches new study on health with iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods

    Apple has just started a new health study that you can join using the Apple Research app. If you’re in the U.S. and old enough, you can sign up by agreeing to the study’s terms.

    The Apple Health Study

    This study wants to see how gadgets like the iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods can help improve our physical and mental health, as well as our overall well-being. It’s going to look at how different parts of health are connected. For example, it will check if your mental state affects your heart rate or how your sleep might change how much you exercise.

    This project is the biggest health study Apple has done so far. It will check how tech affects lots of health areas like how active we are, aging, heart health, blood flow, thinking, hearing, women’s health, mental health, how our body uses food, how we move, brain health, breathing, and sleep.

    Building on Past Studies

    This new study follows on from other Apple studies like the one on women’s health, hearing, and heart and movement. Apple is working with Brigham and Women’s Hospital, which is connected to Harvard Medical School, to run this study. The Apple Research app, where you can join the study, is available on the App Store for iPhone and Apple Watch. The app got an update today to include this new health study.

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  • New iPhone SE model spotted on french retail site

    New iPhone SE model spotted on french retail site

    Rumors about the next iPhone SE have been swirling, and now there’s a new hint from France. A French electronics store called Boulanger has accidentally put up a page for a “new” iPhone SE model. The page simply says the phone is “coming soon” but doesn’t give any real details or a true price.

    iPhone SE 4 Teaser

    This sneak peek was noticed by someone reading the French tech news site Numerama. It’s not clear if Apple gave Boulanger a secret tip about the new phone or if the store just guessed based on all the gossip.

    Even though the page doesn’t tell us much, it does seem like we’re getting closer to seeing a new iPhone SE. Originally, tech expert Mark Gurman thought it would come out this week, but he’s now saying it should be announced by next week.

    iPhone SE at Boulanger

    When it finally comes out, the new iPhone SE is expected to have some big upgrades. It might have a bigger 6.1-inch screen that’s really bright, no home button but Face ID to unlock it, a USB-C port instead of the old one, and just one camera at the back but with 48 megapixels. It’s also supposed to have a new 5G chip from Apple and enough memory to handle new smart features.

    Apple hasn’t planned any big events yet for 2025, so they’ll probably just announce it on their website with a press release.

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  • When will Apple’s new Robots hit the market?

    When will Apple’s new Robots hit the market?

    Apple is working on new types of robots for homes, according to an expert who studies Apple’s supply chain, Ming-Chi Kuo. These robots include both human-shaped and non-human-shaped designs. However, Kuo suggests we might have to wait a while for these robots to actually be made in large numbers, if they ever are.

    Right now, Apple’s robot projects are just at the early stages where they test if ideas can work. If Apple decides to go ahead, Kuo thinks they might not start making these robots in big amounts until 2028 or even later.

    This news follows after a group of Apple’s robotics experts created a robot that looks like a lamp but moves like a living thing. Last year, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman shared that Apple was also working on a smaller robot with a screen like an iPad on a movable arm. He thought this robot might be announced in 2026 or 2027, but Kuo now believes it could be 2028 or beyond.

    Gurman explains that this smaller robot would be controlled by Siri and Apple’s smart tech. It could move its screen to look at you if you say “look at me,” especially handy during video calls. It would also know who’s talking to it by recognizing different voices.

    This robot might be a premium version of Apple’s upcoming smart home controller, which is expected to come out this year. Gurman guesses it might cost around $1,000, but this could change as plans develop.

  • Apple’s plan for super thin glass in new folding gadget

    Apple’s plan for super thin glass in new folding gadget

    Apple seems to be getting serious about making its first gadget that can fold. They’re looking at companies that can make very thin glass for this new device. Lens Technology, a company from China, is going to be the main maker of this ultra-thin glass (UTG) for Apple’s new projects, according to reports from The Elec and DigiTimes. They’re expected to get about 70% of the orders, while Corning from the US will probably supply the materials.

    Lens Technology is really good at making this glass because they have the right tools and money to do it. They’re especially skilled at making the glass strong and avoiding cracks when it’s cut. They also know how to etch glass well.

    They plan to increase how much UTG they can produce in 2025, right before Apple might show off its foldable device in late 2026. Apple wants the middle part of the glass to be very thin, but the rest of it can be a bit thicker to make it last longer.

    There are also two companies from South Korea, Dowoo Insys and UTI, who might help make this glass too. Interestingly, Dowoo Insys got patents in October 2024 for making the middle part of the glass thinner, which sounds a lot like what Apple patented around that time.

    Samsung Display might be the only one making the folding screens for this new Apple product, which could be a folding iPhone. Experts like Ming-Chi Kuo, Jeff Pu, and sources from The Information and The Wall Street Journal think we might see this new device towards the end of 2026 or the start of 2027.

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  • New iPhone SE 4 coming soon, along with other updates

    New iPhone SE 4 coming soon, along with other updates

    The much-anticipated fourth generation iPhone SE might be announced very soon, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. In a recent post, Gurman suggested that we could see the new iPhone SE “by next week.” Although he had earlier hinted at a release even sooner, there seems to be a bit of uncertainty about the exact timing.

    Interestingly, Gurman also mentioned that Apple has some smaller announcements lined up. There’s one small announcement expected tomorrow, and Apple’s team for Vision Pro is already contacting journalists about something new coming soon.

    The new iPhone SE isn’t the only thing on the horizon. Gurman also talked about the M4 MacBook Air, which he believes will be introduced in the coming weeks. Despite previous speculation, the exact launch date for this MacBook remains a mystery.

    Furthermore, fans of Apple’s tablets can look forward to new additions to the iPad family. Both the M3 iPad Air and the iPad 11 are expected to be unveiled in the next few months, although specific dates are still under wraps.

    In summary, Apple is gearing up for a busy period with several product announcements that could excite their fans. Keep an eye out for the new iPhone SE, the M4 MacBook Air, and updates on the iPad models.

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  • Moving your digital stuff between Apple accounts just got easier

    Moving your digital stuff between Apple accounts just got easier

    If you’ve got digital content spread across two Apple accounts, there’s good news! Apple has introduced a feature allowing you to move all your digital purchases from one account to another, making it simpler to manage your collection.

    Apple recently updated its support page with easy-to-follow steps on how to transfer apps, music, books, TV shows, and movies from a secondary Apple account to your main one. This can be particularly handy if you’ve been juggling separate accounts for iCloud storage and media purchases.

    Here’s how you can do it:

    • Preparation: You’ll need the email addresses, phone numbers, and passwords for both accounts. Both must have two-factor authentication enabled, and neither should be shared with others. The account you use for iCloud will become your primary account, and the one for media purchases will be your secondary account.
    • Setup: On your iPhone or iPad, sign into one account for iCloud and another for purchases. Ensure both accounts are registered in the same country and check that the secondary account doesn’t have any remaining balance that needs to be used.
    • Migration Process: Navigate to the Settings app, go to ‘Media & Purchases’, click on ‘View Account’, and then select ‘Migrate Purchases’. This process will transfer all your content from the secondary to the primary account.

    After migration, you won’t be able to make purchases with the secondary account anymore; you’ll need to use your primary account on all your Apple devices. All payment methods and subscriptions from the secondary account will move over to the primary one, and any saved queues in Apple TV or podcast libraries will also switch over, potentially replacing existing content.

    Please note, this account migration feature isn’t available in the European Union, the United Kingdom, or India at this time.

    Before you start, it’s wise to review Apple’s guidelines on what happens during the migration and how to reverse it if needed. This way, you can ensure you’re making the best choice for managing your digital content.

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