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Apple 13.3-Inch MacBook Air Is Going for Peanuts Thanks to 79% Off on a Grade-A Refurbished Deal

gizmodo.com Jason Coles 2026-03-27 14:10:01

Are you a creative sort who’d love to get an Apple MacBook Air but always wince when they see the price of it? You’re not alone. It’s no secret that Apple makes truly exceptional products when it comes to phones, smartwatches, and laptops. However, it’s also no secret that these devices often come with an incredibly hefty price tag, and frankly, not everybody can afford them. Thankfully, sales exist, and more thankfully, so do really well refurbished options. See at StackSocial In fact, today

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GOP Student Loan Overhaul: Here's Who Will See Lower Monthly Payments and Who Will Pay More

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-27 13:01:00

Republican lawmakers have proposed major changes to student loans, which would affect current and future borrowers. Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images/CNET Republicans in Congress are moving closer to overhauling the federal student loan system with budget legislation that, following US President Donald Trump's lead, they call "One Big Beautiful Bill." House Republicans passed their version of the bill in May, and the GOP-majority Senate's Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions releas

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Google launches Doppl, a new app that lets you visualize how an outfit might look on you

techcrunch.com Aisha Malik 2026-03-27 14:19:11

Google is launching a new experimental app called Doppl that uses AI to visualize how different outfits might look on you, the company announced on Thursday. The app is available on iOS and Android in the U.S. Doppl is designed to let you virtually try on outfits on a digital version of yourself. The app works by first getting you to upload a full-body photo of yourself. From there, you can use photos or screenshots of different outfits to virtually try them on. These images could be a photo of

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Xfinity is dropping data caps and making its internet plans simpler

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-27 18:49:09

TL;DR Comcast will now offer four Xfinity internet plans. Data caps are being dropped, allowing users to have truly unlimited internet. These plans also come with a Wi-Fi gateway and a free mobile line for one year. Comcast is shaking up its Xfinity internet service by offering four simplified national plans. The company is also getting rid of data caps to give customers true unlimited internet. Today, Comcast announced that it is launching its “everyday pricing structure.” This launch is be

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9to5Mac Daily: June 26, 2025 – Apple v Epic continues, Apple Sports update

9to5mac.com Seth Kurkowski 2026-03-27 18:10:24

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring a new Apple Watch authenticator integration, secure autofill on Safari and iOS apps, and enterprise-grade security tools that help you manage credentials with confidence. New episodes of 9to5Mac D

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Apple and Qualcomm lose bid to move patent suit out of Texas

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2026-03-27 18:16:17

Apple and Qualcomm cannot get a long-running patent case moved from Texas to California, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has decided. And if you’re thinking: “Wait, didn’t they settle their lawsuits?”, you’re right. They did. This is another lawsuit, filed by Red Rock Analytics, against both of them. Here are the details. This case revolves around U.S. Patent No. 7,346,313 In this lawsuit, which has been active since 2021, Red Rock Analytics claims that both Apple and Qualcom

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Apple details new fee structures for App Store payments in the EU

engadget.com Unknown 2026-03-27 18:42:53

Apple has introduced new fee structures for developers using the App Store in the EU in order to meet the requirements of the bloc's Digital Markets Act. Last month, the European Commission ruled that Apple was not in compliance the legislation and ordered the company to make changes within 30 days. Apple can still file an appeal of the decision until July 7. The new terms make things a little complicated. When apps promote offers for digital goods or services in the EU, they'll be subject to a

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FTC approves $126 million in Fortnite refunds over ‘dark patterns’

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-03-27 18:27:08

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved $126,000,000 in refunds to be sent to 969,173 Fortnite players as part of a settlement over allegations that Epic Games tricked users into making unwanted purchases. At the same time, the agency has reopened the claims portal for eligible Fortnite players to submit refund claims, which will be examined for the third round of refunds. This latest development marks the second phase of the settlement the FTC reached with Epic Games in December 2022,

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Apple announces sweeping App Store changes in the EU

news.ycombinator.com Chance Miller 2026-03-27 17:54:08

Apple has announced several major changes to its App Store guidelines in the European Union as part of its ongoing efforts to comply with the Digital Markets Act. Policy changes First, Apple has announced a set of policy changes for developers with apps distributed in the European Union. These changes apply to all developers, regardless of whether or not they’ve opted into Apple’s alternative business terms in the EU. Previously, Apple allowed developers under the EU terms to add a single sta

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The time is right for a DOM templating API

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-27 17:23:28

TL;DR: I want to propose adding a declarative templating API to the web platform. Here's why... The web platform is the most successful application runtime of all time. While the largest reason for this is the web's reach, it wouldn't be possible without the DOM API, which turns a mostly static document viewer into a highly dynamic and expressive runtime. For as much hate as the DOM sometimes receives (some of that deserved, but some really not!) the DOM is undeniably a very powerful API. This

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Anthropic summons the spirit of Flash games for the AI age

arstechnica.com Unknown 2026-03-27 18:33:20

On Wednesday, Anthropic announced a new feature that expands its Artifacts document management system into the basis of a personal AI app gallery resembling something from the Flash game era of the early 2000s—though these apps run on modern web code rather than Adobe's defunct plugin. Using plain English dialogue, users can build and share interactive applications directly within Claude's chatbot interface using a new API capability that lets artifacts interact with Claude itself. Claude is an

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Apple overhauls EU App Store rules following penalty

theverge.com Emma Roth 2026-03-27 18:58:56

Apple has introduced new App Store changes in the EU in an attempt to avoid being further penalized under the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). On Thursday, the company announced a new tier system for its Store Services fee that’s applied to purchases made outside apps, and it will only give developers access to the full set of App Store features if they give Apple a larger commission. Tier 1 of the Store Services fee will provide developers with only basic App Store features for a ch

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Apple updates the rules for its EU App Store by adding more complicated fees

techcrunch.com Sarah Perez 2026-03-27 18:38:29

Apple on Thursday announced a series of updates to its developer policies to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). The news, which was expected, arrived just in time to meet the deadline of June 26, after which the iPhone maker would risk new fines. The changes involve both how app developers can communicate with their customers and the fees Apple charges. EU regulators had earlier fined Apple €500 million for non-compliance with the DMA and were threatening to impose further penaltie

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Apple reveals complex system of App Store fees to avoid EU fine of 500 million euro

cnbc.com Kif Leswing 2026-03-27 22:31:28

Apple Thursday made changes to its App Store European policies, saying it believes the new rules will help the company avoid a fine of 500 million euro ($585 million) from the EU for violating the Digital Markets Act. The new policies are a complicated system of fees and programs for app makers, with some developers now paying three separate fees for one download. Apple also is going to introduce a new set of rules for all app developers in Europe, which includes a fee called the "core technolo

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I wish this Death Stranding 2 Ring Terminal replica were a real smart ring

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-27 22:04:37

TL;DR Kojima Productions and Anicorn have collaborated to create a 1:1 replica of the Ring Terminal from Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. The Ring Terminal features NFC technology that allows users to “forge a direct link with the immersive universe of Death Stranding 2.” The replica costs $240 and pre-orders open later today. Kojima Productions has just launched its highly anticipated title, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. If you want even more of a connection to the world of Death Strandin

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Senators reintroduce App Store bill to rein in ‘gatekeeper power in the app economy’ [U]

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2026-03-26 22:53:29

Update: Apple has responded to the reintroduction of the bill with a statement provided to 9to5Mac. See full statement below. The App Store is back under scrutiny from lawmakers in Washington. A bipartisan group of senators has reintroduced the 2021 Open App Markets Act, a bill aimed at curbing the gatekeeper power that Apple and Google hold over the so-called “mobile app economy.” Here’s what they’re going for. If passed, the legislation would effectively force Apple and Google (who are not s

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Xfinity now includes unlimited data in all Internet plans with new pricing

9to5mac.com Ryan Christoffel 2026-03-27 22:58:00

Comcast has just announced a streamlining of its Xfinity Internet plans, with four tiers that offer variable pricing based on lock-in timelines, and perhaps most importantly, unlimited data no matter your choice. Comcast launches streamlined Xfinity price plans Xfinity customers now have four Internet plans to choose from based on the amount of data you want, and each is available in three pricing tiers based on price lock-ins. Essentially, the longer you want your price guaranteed, the more

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Apple announces sweeping App Store changes in the EU

9to5mac.com Chance Miller 2026-03-27 22:00:00

Apple has announced several major changes to its App Store guidelines in the European Union as part of its ongoing efforts to comply with the Digital Markets Act. Policy changes First, Apple has announced a set of policy changes for developers with apps distributed in the European Union. These changes apply to all developers, regardless of whether or not they’ve opted into Apple’s alternative business terms in the EU. Previously, Apple allowed developers under the EU terms to add a single sta

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Best Internet Providers in Grand Rapids, Michigan

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-27 22:00:00

What is the best internet provider in Grand Rapids? CNET recommends AT&T Fiber as the best internet service provider in Grand Rapids thanks to its wide availability and symmetrical upload and download speeds. It's a great choice for avid gamers or if you do a lot of video conferencing. There are no hidden fees or data caps. Plans start at $55 and go up to $245 per month for the 5-gig plan. However, there are other options to consider, too. Look to Xfinity if you want an affordable internet ser

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Analysis: During a town hall NASA officials on stage looked like hostages

arstechnica.com Unknown 2026-03-27 15:47:14

The four people at the helm of America's space agency held a town hall meeting with employees Wednesday, fielding questions about downsizing, layoffs, and proposed budget cuts that threaten to undermine NASA's mission and prestige. Janet Petro, NASA's acting administrator, addressed questions from an auditorium at NASA Headquarters in Washington, DC. She was joined by Brian Hughes, the agency's chief of staff, a political appointee who was formerly a Florida-based consultant active in city poli

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US Senators introduce bipartisan bill to enable third-party app stores on iPhones

techspot.com Kishalaya Kundu 2026-03-28 03:31:00

In a nutshell: Five US senators have reintroduced a bipartisan bill to curb Apple's and Google's dominance in mobile app distribution. According to the lawmakers, the legislation will outlaw restrictive trade practices that allow the two tech giants control the global app economy. The "Open App Markets Act," introduced by Senators Marsha Blackburn, Richard Blumenthal, Mike Lee, Amy Klobuchar, and Dick Durbin, aims to promote competition and strengthen consumer protections in the evolving mobile

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Tiny orange beads found by Apollo astronauts reveal Moon's explosive past

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-24 06:09:36

The Apollo astronauts didn't know what they'd find when they explored the surface of the moon, but they certainly didn't expect to see drifts of tiny, bright orange glass beads glistening among the otherwise monochrome piles of rocks and dust. The beads, each less than 1 mm across, formed some 3.3 to 3.6 billion years ago during volcanic eruptions on the surface of the then-young satellite. "They're some of the most amazing extraterrestrial samples we have," said Ryan Ogliore, an associate prof

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Comcast is simplifying its Xfinity internet plans and dropping data caps

theverge.com Jay Peters 2026-03-28 03:15:33

is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. Comcast is changing its Xfinity plans nationwide to make them simpler — and it’s dropping data caps so that the plans have truly unlimited data. The company announced today that it will now offer four plans — 300 Mbps, 500 Mbps, 1 Gbps, and 2 Gbps — across three different pricing tiers: an “Everyday Price” paid per month without a price guarantee, a lower price per month with

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People use AI for companionship much less than we’re led to believe

techcrunch.com Ram Iyer 2026-03-27 22:21:28

The overabundance of attention paid to how people are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support, sometimes even striking up relationships, often leads one to think such behavior is commonplace. A new report by Anthropic, which makes the popular AI chatbot Claude, reveals a different reality: In fact, people rarely seek out companionship from Claude and turn to the bot for emotional support and personal advice only 2.9% of the time. “Companionship and roleplay combined comprise less than 0.5

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Webb telescope discovers and photographs its first exoplanet

techspot.com Shawn Knight 2026-03-28 06:53:00

What just happened? The James Webb space telescope has captured what is likely to be the first exoplanet discovered using the advanced observatory. An international team of astronomers uncovered the planet candidate in the debris field surrounding TWA 7, a low-mass star in the constellation Antlia that is located around 111 light-years away from Earth. They used Webb's mid-infrared instrument to suppress the overwhelming glare from the host star, revealing faint objects that would have been too

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Microsoft Is Having an Incredibly Embarrassing Problem With Its AI

futurism.com Unknown 2026-03-28 05:29:33

Despite investing tens of billions of dollars into OpenAI, tech giant Microsoft has a problem: it's in direct competition with its business partner, and OpenAI is winning. As Bloomberg reports, Microsoft salespeople are having trouble wooing both potential and existing customers with the company's Copilot, its AI assistant built on OpenAI's tech. Basically, it feels like a worse version of ChatGPT — which has a free version online. Some companies, like the New York Life Insurance Co, told the

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Next year, the iPhone is going ultra-premium with its fall lineup

9to5mac.com Ryan Christoffel 2026-03-28 06:49:11

Recently, Apple’s iPhone lineup has consisted of the same four models each year, but that’s about to change. This fall, a thinner iPhone 17 Air will shake things up, but next year an even bigger shift is coming, with Apple offering its highest-end, most premium fall lineup yet. Apple’s highest-end iPhone 18 models will launch next fall We’re less than three months away from the iPhone 17 unveiling, with a lot of excitement building for the radically thin iPhone 17 Air. iPhone 17 Air will repr

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Salesforce CEO Claims Half of the Company’s Work Is Now Done by AI

gizmodo.com Aj Dellinger 2026-03-28 06:30:46

While many companies that went all in on AI have since pulled back, Salesforce is going full steam ahead. In an interview with Bloomberg, CEO Marc Benioff claimed that as much as 30% to 50% of the company’s work is now completed by AI—though no word on how much of his role personally has been made redunant or how much of his $39.6 million in compensation that he’ll be giving up. “All of us have to get our head around this idea that AI could do things that before, we were doing, and we can move

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Hallmark Plus and Starz in a Bundle? The Prime Video Add-On Subscription Exists

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-28 05:59:41

Signing up for an a Prime Video add-on subscription may appeal to you if you want to access content from streamers like Max and Apple TV Plus without leaving Prime Video. And if you are interested in a particular duo of streaming services -- say, Starz and the newer offering Hallmark Plus -- you might even be able to save some money. Starz and Hallmark Plus usually cost $11 per month and $8 per month, but you can currently get the combo through Prime Video in the US for $14 per month. The compa

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Spectrum TV Select Customers Will Now Get Hulu for Free

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-28 06:20:00

Hulu's ad-based subscription is coming to Spectrum TV Select packages as part of a new agreement between The Walt Disney Co. and Charter Communications. In a joint statement, the media giants said the Hulu subscription will roll out later this summer for TV Select subscribers at no extra charge. If you have this Spectrum cable plan, you'll have access to three Disney-owned streaming services: Disney Plus, Hulu and the upcoming ESPN, which is due to launch in the fall. You'll be able to stream T

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Apple 13.3-Inch MacBook Air Is Going for Peanuts Thanks to 79% Off on a Grade-A Refurbished Deal

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