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Three U.S. agencies begin investigations into TP-Link, cite security concerns

One of the most popular home internet router brands in the U.S. could be banned from sale in the country following fears that the routers could present a threat to national security. According to the Wall Street Journal, three separate U.S. agencies have opened investigations into TP-Link routers. The routers, which account for 65 percent […]

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Three separate malware apps for macOS capable of bypassing macOS security tied to North Korean developers

You can never be too careful with security, even on a Mac. Per AppleInsider, a trio of malicious macOS apps found online have been tied to North Korea. The report, which was published by Jamf Threat Labs, noted that the apps were developed using Google’s Flutter platform and feature names like “New Updates in Crypto […]

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Russian YouTubers leak video of purported M4 MacBook Pro

Apple’s purported M4 MacBook Pro has surfaced again, this time in the hands of Russian YouTubers after appearing on a private Facebook group. While leaks and rumors around upcoming Apple products are common, the events on Russian YouTube seem to be in a category of their own. Just hours after YouTuber Wylsacom posted an unboxing […]

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Rumor: Apple suspends contract with MacBook Air component supplier Kerson after high ball bearing defect rate noted

Apple is apparently irked at MacBook bearing supplier Kerson, has suspended its production for inspection purposes due to “quality issues,” and shifted orders to other suppliers through the end of the year. Per Taiwanese industry publication, the suspension came after Apple discovered a high defect rate with the supplier’s bearings for the month of August. […]

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Rumor: Apple Vision Pro shipments decreased as US demand for the headset wanes

Sometimes demand levels off and/or there need to be easier ways to purchase an item. Per noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple has reduced its orders for Apple Vision Pro parts and assemblies, with the cut in shipments said to indicate lower demand for Apple’s headset than previously thought. While the launch of the Apple Vision […]