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- Indonesia Expects $1B Offer from Apple to End iPhone 16 Sales Ban - UK Developers Can Continue $1B Case Against Apple - Apple Seeds visionOS 2.2 Beta Four to Developers - Apple TV+ Announces Limited Drama “Lucky” - Apple TV+ Series “Surface” Resurfacing in February - Apple TV+ Teases Docuseries “The Secret Lives of Animals” - Apple Books Issues User “Year in Review” Lists - Apple Music Replay '24 Finalized for '24 - Flexbar: A Kickstarter Answer to Touch Bar - Sponsored by 1Password Extended Access Management - your solution for IAM and MDM. Learn more at 1Password.com/macosken - Bad guys and A.I. may try to wreck your holiday shopping. Be prepared with Checklist No. 402 - Avoiding Shopping Scams 2024, 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!

Apple's impressive market cap of $3.62 trillion showcases its dominance, especially with the iPhone 15 leading global sales. The potential arrival of a foldable iPhone may revitalize the declining foldable market. Innovations like new features from 1Password enhance security, while Apple Pay is set to launch in Uruguay and the Vision Pro makes its way to Taiwan. Meanwhile, WhatsApp is dropping support for older iPhone models, and Tesla is releasing an app for Apple Watch users. Stay informed to dodge holiday shopping scams!

Android has surpassed iOS in growth for 2024, but a reversal is expected next year. Recent protests led to the temporary closure of an Apple store, while trade-in values for iPads have increased. A safety recall on a Belkin Apple Watch charger adds to consumer concerns. Exciting Apple TV+ content is on the horizon, including a second season of 'Severance' and a free 'Peanuts' special. Plus, the dangers of holiday shopping scams are highlighted, reminding everyone to stay vigilant this season.

Brazil has given Apple a deadline to open up its app store, while Indonesia has turned down a hefty offer from the company to lift a ban on the iPhone 16. Apple also announced a fundraising initiative through Apple Pay, aiming to donate $3 million to the Global Fund. On a lighter note, the podcast celebrates the success of the Apple TV+ drama 'Drops of God,' as it wins an International Emmy. Plus, listeners get tips on staying safe from holiday shopping scams.

The podcast dives into the growing interest in iPhones, particularly in China, amid Apple's enhanced features. It discusses significant meetings with China's leadership and highlights Apple's regulatory challenges in India regarding the App Store. There's also a look at the repairability of the latest MacBook Pro models, revealing their complexity. Additionally, a shift in cashback offers for Apple Card users at Panera is announced, reducing the benefit from 3% to 2% in 2025.

Tensions between the U.S. and China could lead Apple to source more components from India. The European Commission has wrapped up its antitrust investigation concerning Apple Books, while the UK’s CMA isn't thrilled with Apple's browser restrictions. In Indonesia, discussions are heating up to lift the iPhone 16 sales ban. Excitingly, Apple TV Plus announces a new season for 'Your Friends and Neighbors' and an unexpected early release for 'Silo'. Meanwhile, creative differences have put the 'Wolves' sequel on ice.

Apple is gearing up to revamp Siri with advanced conversational abilities that could reshape the AI landscape. The podcast delves into the new oversight from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau affecting digital payments, a crucial move for tech giants. Gift card promotions ahead of the holidays are also highlighted. Billie Eilish's reign as Artist of the Year is celebrated, alongside Steve McQueen’s gripping film 'Blitz' and the powerful documentary 'Bread and Roses'. Plus, the alarming rise of malware threats is discussed, keeping listeners informed and entertained.

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