Mac OS Ken

India is ramping up its tech manufacturing strategy, considering financial incentives for electronics. Apple updates include the acceptance of Matter certification for HomeKit and a substantial settlement for Siri's privacy issues. Safety measures for AirTags are addressed, along with the latest iOS updates aimed at easing AI notifications. Shazam shares its exciting initiative, 'Fast Forward 2025,' predicting 50 breakout artists, showcasing the dynamic intersection of technology and music in artist promotion.

- Bernstein Ups Apple Target to $260 - Apple Sets Dec-Q Earnings Release for 30 January - Parekh Replaces Maestri as Apple CFO - CAICT Posts Numbers That Might Worry Apple Investors - Apple China Runs Short New Year Sales Promotion - Apple MixC Hefei Set to Open 18 January - Cook Reportedly Donates $1 Million to Trump Inaugural Committee - Catch Ken on Mastodon - @macosken@mastodon.social - Chat with us in Patreon for as little as $1 a month. Support the show at Patreon.com/macosken - Send me an email: info@macosken.com or call (716)780-4080!

TSMC faces employment challenges at its Arizona plant, primarily filled by Taiwanese workers. There’s a heartfelt tribute to former President Jimmy Carter, marking his impact. Excitement builds for Apple TV+ as it announces a free preview weekend, inviting non-subscribers to enjoy original content. The conversation also reflects on the ups and downs of Apple's recent innovations and wraps up on a humorous note with New Year resolutions.

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- Wedbush Ups AAPL Target to $325 - Cue Filing Addresses Google Payments and Why Apple Wouldn’t Build a Search Engine - Meta Horizon App Tops App Store Free Apps List - Foxconn Eyes AR Glasses Market with Porotech microLED Deal - AppleInsider: Foxconn/Porotech Deal Could Be Big for Little Apple Devices - Apple Japan Announces New Year Sales Promotion - Apple TV+ Teases Upcoming Weekend Event - Sponsored by 1Password Extended Access Management - your solution for IAM and MDM. Learn more at 1Password.com/macosken - We're looking at three of our favorites A.I. films on Checklist 405 - Neo-el: Hacky Holidays Reloaded - online at checklist.libsyn.com - Catch Ken on Mastodon - @macosken@mastodon.social - Chat with us in Patreon for as little as $1 a month. Support the show at Patreon.com/macosken - Send me an email: info@macosken.com or call (716)780-4080!

- Wedbush: Apple Market Cap Will Soon Hit $4T - (RED) Lauds Apple for $3M Apple Pay Donation Campaign - WSJ: Advocacy Groups Urge Apple to Fix Age Rating Issues in App Store - Television 2 for Apple Vision Pro Brings Plex and Fulldome Viewing - Apple TV+ Streaming Snippet of “Severance” Season Two - Sponsored by 1Password Extended Access Management - your solution for IAM and MDM. Learn more at 1Password.com/macosken - We're looking at three of our favorites A.I. films on Checklist 405 - Neo-el: Hacky Holidays Reloaded - online at checklist.libsyn.com - Catch Ken on Mastodon - @macosken@mastodon.social - Chat with us in Patreon for as little as $1 a month. Support the show at Patreon.com/macosken - Send me an email: info@macosken.com or call (716)780-4080!

Discover the exciting news about nearby Apple Stores offering free holiday delivery in the US and Canada. Dive into Apple’s intriguing talks with ByteDance and Tencent on AI advancements in China. Learn about the government backing for new manufacturing facilities in Indonesia and how it relates to AirTags. Explore Apple's strategic dual-track approach in the VR/MR market, aiming at both premium and mainstream users. Plus, don't miss highlights from an immersive video series featuring a diver's daring record attempt!

No Mac OS Ken today, but there is a Checklist, brought to you by SecureMac! Artificial Intelligence - killing it in Silicon Valley and killing people in the movies. We're looking at three of our favorites A.I. films on Checklist 405 - Neo-el: Hacky Holidays Reloaded - online at checklist.libsyn.com - Catch Ken on Mastodon - @macosken@mastodon.social - Chat with us in Patreon for as little as $1 a month. Support the show at Patreon.com/macosken - Send me an email: info@macosken.com or call (716)780-4080!

- The EC Wants Apple to Open iPhone and iOS Wider - Apple Says DMA Compliance Could Run Afoul of GDPR Protections - Lawyers for DRC Want Apple to Verify Its Minerals Are Conflict-Free - Daiwa Capital Ups Apple Target to $275 - Apple Seeds First Public Betas of Next OS Updates - Airlines Supporting “Share Item Location” Up to 13 (or 14) - SCOTUS to Hear TikTok First Amendment Argument on 10 January - Public wifi is everywhere when we're traveling, but is it safe? We're looking at ways to make sure. Plus - security updates in Apple's OS updates on Checklist No. 404, brought to you by SecureMac - online at checklist.libsyn.com - Catch Ken on Mastodon - @macosken@mastodon.social - Chat with us in Patreon for as little as $1 a month. Support the show at Patreon.com/macosken - Send me an email: info@macosken.com or call (716)780-4080!

A discussion on the possible exemption of Apple from China tariffs reveals the company's influential political ties. Legal challenges with conflict minerals cast a spotlight on Apple's supply chain practices. Innovative features of the new Blackmagic camera captivate while Apple TV+ sees exciting additions like 'Fountain of Youth' and 'The Secret Lives of Animals.' Plus, health updates for Apple Watch introduce vital sleep apnea notifications in Brazil. Don’t miss the festive running challenge coming for the New Year!