TechLinked Macbook w/ iPhone chip, Age Verification Ruling, Meta AI poaching + more!
Jul 1, 2025
The latest tech news kicks off with a groundbreaking MacBook featuring an iPhone chip, stirring up EU regulatory debates. A Supreme Court ruling on age verification laws sparks conversations about free speech implications. Meanwhile, Meta is intensifying its AI ambitions by poaching researchers from competitors. In lighter news, Chinese robots are getting sporty with soccer and there's an interesting catch with Windows 10's free extended support. Plus, Anker's power bank recall adds a twist to tech safety!
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Apple's MacBook Uses iPhone Chip
- Apple plans a more affordable MacBook with an iPhone chip, showing chip power is surprisingly high.
- Apple continues pushing special computing with new Vision Pro and XR glasses expected from 2024 to 2028.
EU Regulations Affect Apple Features
- Apple punishes iOS app developers in the EU with a new commission system tied to external purchases.
- Bureaucratic complexities from EU laws cause Apple to withhold iOS features from EU users.
Age Verification Laws Upheld
- The US Supreme Court upholds age verification for adult websites, influencing similar laws in many states.
- These laws spark debates on free speech and potential censorship risks online.