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Things have been buzzing with Apple news lately. The company recently shared that the updated Siri won’t be ready anytime soon, and insiders say the cool features promised at last year’s WWDC are still far off. With all this happening, Apple could use a throwback moment—like a new Snow Leopard—to get its software back on track.

If you’ve used a Mac for a while, say 16 years or more, you might recall Mac OS X Snow Leopard. Back then, Apple didn’t rush out a new Mac OS every year. When Snow Leopard launched, it wasn’t about flashy new tricks or looks. Instead, Apple worked hard to make the software steady and reliable. I started thinking about this after seeing an old WWDC 2009 clip where Bertrand Serlet, a big name at Apple back then, proudly said Snow Leopard had “no new features.” It’s wild to see how much Apple has shifted since those days.

Apple’s never been quick to say “oops,” but it has owned up to slip-ups before. Think about Steve Jobs talking to the press about the iPhone 4 antenna mess or admitting MobileMe wasn’t great and promising to fix it. I miss that honesty. Today, it’s tough to picture Apple saying, “Hey, this update has nothing new,” or owning up to glitches in front of everyone.

Fast forward to now—a Bloomberg report says Robby Walker, a Siri boss at Apple, called the delays “messy” and “awkward” in a team meeting. Last June, at WWDC 2024, Apple hyped up Apple Intelligence, but when iOS 18 and macOS 15 dropped, those features were nowhere to be found. Some trickled out later, but the new Siri—yep, the one in iPhone 16 ads—still hasn’t shown up.

Online, people are grumbling about bugs in Apple’s latest updates, and it’s not hard to see why. Apple should hit pause. Announcing stuff that’s not ready (remember AirPower?) just sets everyone up for disappointment. Now that they’ve admitted Siri’s delay, I hope they focus on smoothing out the rough spots and delivering what they promised. We don’t need big updates every year—give the team time to fix things. A new Snow Leopard vibe could be just what Apple needs.

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) shared its final thoughts on Wednesday about the mobile browser market in the country. The group says Apple’s rules are the main reason why competition and new ideas are being held back.

The CMA’s team found that Apple forces all browsers on iPhones and iPads to use its WebKit engine. This stops other browsers from adding special features or running better, even if they work well on other systems. It’s a big roadblock for companies trying to stand out.

The report also highlights other Apple habits that cause trouble. For example, Safari gets special perks on iOS that other browsers don’t. Apple also limits how browsing works inside apps and makes Safari the go-to browser pre-installed on every iPhone.

Google got some attention, too, for putting Chrome on Android phones from the start. But the CMA said Apple’s limits hurt competition more. They also pointed out a big money deal where Google pays Apple billions each year to stay the default search engine on iPhones. This setup makes it less likely for them to compete.

Since the CMA’s early report last November, both companies have made some changes. Apple’s December update, for instance, made it a bit easier for users to pick a different browser. The CMA says these steps help a little but don’t fix everything.

To solve the bigger problems, the CMA suggests ideas like letting other browser engines work on iOS, adding a screen during setup to pick a browser (like in the EU), and putting limits on the Google-Apple search deal. These aren’t rules yet—the CMA is still checking if Apple and Google should get a “strategic market status” label under a new UK law. That decision, due later this year, could let the CMA set tougher rules and fines up to 10% of the companies’ yearly earnings.

The report also wrapped up a look at cloud gaming. After Apple tweaked its App Store rules, the CMA decided no more action was needed there. This comes as regulators in places like the European Union and the United States also dig into mobile browser fairness.

Many people believe Apple devices are super safe compared to Android ones. They think this because Apple doesn’t let you install apps from outside its store or tweak things too much. But that’s not the full story. Recently, Apple released an update for iPhones and iPads, bumping them to version 18.3.2. This isn’t about cool new tricks—it’s a fix for a sneaky security issue that could’ve let hackers target some users.

What Was the Problem?

Apple explained that the trouble came from harmful web stuff sneaking out of a safe zone called the Web Content sandbox. They first tackled this in iOS 17.2, but the new update adds extra protection. Apple says some clever attackers might’ve used this gap in a “super tricky attack” aimed at specific people running older iOS versions before 17.2.

Apple usually stays quiet about these weak spots until they’re fixed. So, we don’t know how long this issue has been around or how many people it has hit. The attack seems to have been aimed at certain individuals, not everyone. Even so, it’s smart to keep your device updated, whether you think you’re a target or not.

Get the Update Now

The iOS 18.3.2 and iPadOS 18.3.2 fix is ready for devices like the iPhone XS and newer, plus several iPads: iPad Pro 13-inch, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation onward), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation onward), iPad Air (3rd generation onward), iPad (7th generation onward), and iPad mini (5th generation onward).

If you haven’t updated yet, do it soon. Hackers are always hunting for weak points to sneak in. Apple works fast to plug these holes, but updating your device is the best way to stay safe. To grab the update, go to Settings > General > Software Update and look for the latest version. You probably won’t see big changes after installing it, but this fix quietly keeps your device and info protected from harm.

Jon Prosser, a well-known figure who shares sneak peeks of Apple products on his YouTube channel, FrontPageTech, is in the spotlight again. This time, it’s not about a big Apple reveal, but because artists say he didn’t pay them for their efforts. Several creators have called out the famous insider, claiming he hired them to make images for his leaks but left them empty-handed.

Missing Payments

Prosser has earned a name for himself by showing off Apple gadgets before they hit the market. His spot-on predictions and sharp-looking images often look just like the real thing. But here’s the catch—he doesn’t make those pictures himself. He brings in artists to do it for him.

The problem? These artists say they’re not getting paid. On X, a creator named Shea pointed fingers at Prosser, saying he drags his feet or skips payments altogether. Shea brought up an old video by artist Randy Vazquez, who said Prosser owed him $1,000 for a job. After months of waiting, Vazquez got just $400—until he posted the video. Only then did Prosser send the rest.

Shea also mentioned another artist, Asher, who works with Prosser now. Asher reportedly waited three months and got only a fraction of what was promised. Later, Prosser gave him an iPhone 16 Pro, maybe to make up for it. Shea added that the newest artist hasn’t been paid either—unless you count “exposure” as cash.

Latest Leak and a Heads-Up

Prosser’s most recent scoop, the iPhone 17 Air, was done with @zellzoi. But Shea has a word of caution for artists thinking about teaming up with him. Sure, Prosser’s leaks get tons of views, putting their work in front of a huge crowd. Still, Shea wonders if that’s worth it when payment isn’t guaranteed.

Prosser hasn’t answered these claims yet. Sadly, this kind of thing happens a lot in the art world. Many creators get shortchanged, with companies offering “exposure” instead of real money. The trouble is, exposure doesn’t cover rent or groceries—cash does.