The first beta of iOS 17.4 is chock-a-block with new features. There are new emoji for everyone, and major changes for the EU.
The first beta of iOS 17.4 is chock-a-block with new features. There are new emoji for everyone, and major changes for the EU.
There’s another small but notable change coming to the App Store. Apple has revised its App Store guidelines to remove the requirement that apps using third-party log-in options such as Google, Facebook, and Twitter must also use Sign in with Apple.
There is, however, a big asterisk to this change. While developers aren’t technically required to use Sign in with Apple, they are required to offer an “additional login service with certain privacy features.”
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A few weeks ago, I looked at the state of and noted that it was probably time to start paying attention to when you’re deploying products that support the new standard and plan your deployment around that. We’ve started to see early discussion of Wi-Fi 7, though. How does this new Wi-Fi standard impact your planning – should you skip Wi-Fi 6E entirely?
more…The Apple Card savings account continues to increase its interest rate, making it ever more appealing to customers. On Friday, Apple notified Apple Card users that their money in the savings account are now accruing interest at 4.5%, the second increase in the same month.
The savings rate has gone from 4.25% in December to 4.35% earlier in January, to now 4.5%. For an account with no associated fees, these rises makes the account significantly more competitive with the wider market of high-yield savings accounts.
more…1月25日,苹果公司官网宣布,为遵循欧盟《数字市场法案》(DMA),将在欧盟地区对iOS系统、Safari浏览器和App Store实施重大更新。
具体来说,这次改革将首次允许客户从苹果应用商店以外下载软件。人们还将能够使用其他的支付系统,并且更容易地选择新的默认网络浏览器。此外,欧盟地区iOSApp将为开发者降低手续费(抽成比例),从原先的30%降至17%,或从折扣后的15%降至10%。而在降低手续费的基础上,苹果将额外收取支付处理使用费和核心技术使用费。
欧盟用户可通过第三方下载应用
30%的“苹果税”也下调了
苹果此次改革中最受瞩目的无疑是将首次允许用户在不使用App Store的情况下将软件下载到iPhone上。不过苹果也强调,开放第三方应用商店,并不代表完全放弃安全,依然会把控应用分发,审查所有应用程序。
在欧盟地区,苹果将推出新的控制选项,使用户能够选择默认使用第三方非接触支付app或替代app市场。不过对于使用替代支付处理方式的app,苹果无法提供退款,在顾客遭遇问题或欺诈时提供支持的能力也将受限。
iOS用户现在就可以将第三方网络浏览器(而非Safari浏览器)设为默认浏览器。按照《数字市场法》(DMA) 的规定,Apple 还将推出新的选择界面,用户在 iOS 17.4 或后续版本中首次打开 Safari 浏览器时将显示新的可选界面。这个界面将提示欧盟用户从选项列表中选择默认浏览器。
此外,新的改革摒弃了自2008年苹果应用商店推出以来,苹果对开发者征收的最高30%佣金。现在他们在应用销售中仅需向苹果公司支付17%的佣金,并且在一年之后,对于大多数开发者和订阅者,佣金比例下降至10%。苹果公司未在欧盟以外的地区修改其佣金结构。
不过需要注意的是,在降费的同时,苹果引入了两项额外的费用。一是对使用苹果内购系统的应用征收3%的支付处理费,二是对安装数超过100万次的软件,每个App应用征收0.50欧元的安装费,无论是通过苹果商店还是第三方安装,这个费用都适用。此举也意味着在苹果应用商店外销售的App应用不需要支付其他佣金,只需支付0.50欧元的费用。
苹果也会向美国、日本低头?
爱买苹果的中国市场“无福享受”
据澎湃新闻,AppStore向来收取开发者销售额高达30%的手续费,成为公司软件服务业务的关键组成部分。根据瑞银集团此前的预测,AppStore贡献了苹果服务业务四分之一的营收;按照苹果去年11月公布的、截至2023年9月30日的2023财年第四财季业绩计算,服务业务季度营收213.5亿美元,意味着该季度AppStore获得的营收约为50亿美元。
据财联社,此前,欧盟在2022年通过了《数字市场法》,旨在遏制科技公司的所谓反竞争行为。虽然《数字市场法》也适用于谷歌,但与苹果公司的iOS设备不同,谷歌的安卓系统手机允许用户在Google Play商店之外安装应用程序,因此谷歌本身已经符合上述法律的这一要素。
这不是苹果公司第一次向欧盟妥协。据南方都市报,欧盟于2022年10月通过了一项法案,法案规定,欧盟区域内所有手机、平板电脑和相机的通用充电端口将自2024年12月开始采用通用的USB Type-C接口。2023年9月,苹果公司在新品发布会上已经宣布,iPhone15手机已全部改用USB Type-C接口。
据新京报,欧盟区有了特供版应用商店后,消费电子领域的资深作家克里斯·史密斯评论称,欧盟可能是第一个对iPhone开放侧载的,但它不会是最后一个。日本和美国正在考虑类似的立法。“如果苹果正在准备的欧盟应用商店版本最终将在全球范围内推出,我不会感到惊讶。” 据媒体报道称,日本正在制定相关法规,要求苹果、谷歌等科技巨头允许第三方应用商店在其移动操作系统上进行支付,以遏制它们滥用其在日本市场的主导地位。
不过中国区暂时不会出现类似情况。新京报记者询问中国区的苹果应用商店是否也有可能会开放,一位技术顾问回应称,目前不存在这种情况,“一切以官网为准。”值得注意的是,IDC最新数据显示,2023年苹果以17.3%的市场份额取代Vivo,首次成为国内市场全年出货量第一。
来源:每日经济新闻综合自苹果公司官网、澎湃新闻、财联社、新京报、公开信息
Talented GBA4iOS, AltStore, and Delta emulator developer Riley Testut joins us to provide his insightful thoughts about sideloading, alternative app stores, new iOS 17.4 changes to allow app marketplaces in the EU, emulation, and the future of the App Store. Fernando and Jeff also discuss their thoughts on the new iOS 17.4 changes, including features that make their way to all users in all regions.
more…Update, 7:51pm ET: Apple has updated its System Status webpage to say that Apple Music, the App Store, and several other platforms are also experiencing outages.
If you’re having trouble accessing the App Store on your iPhone or iPad, you’re not alone. The App Store seems to be experiencing an outage, based on complaints from affected users on social media.
more…Update, 7:19pm ET: In a statement to 9to5Mac, Apple fires back at Spotify’s claims.
“We’re happy to support the success of all developers — including Spotify, which has the most successful music streaming app in the world. The changes we’re sharing for apps in the European Union give developers choice — with new options to distribute iOS apps and process payments. Every developer can choose to stay on the same terms in place today. And under the new terms, more than 99% of developers would pay the same or less to Apple.”
Apple is facing more criticism for its announced its plan about how it plans to comply with the Digital Markets Act in the European Union. After pushback from Epic CEO Tim Sweeney and the Coalition for App Fairness, both Spotify and Mozilla have also now come out against Apple’s plans.
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more…Apple TV+ today launched its new big-budget limited series, Masters of the Air, a long-awaited installment in the Band of Brothers and The Pacific franchise. of the same name, Masters of the Air follows the 100th Bomb Group as they take on treacherous air raids, in broad daylight.
Executive produced by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, the show’s star-studded cast list includes Austin Butler, Callum Turner, Barry Keoghan, Ncuti Gatwa and more …
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Genres/Tags: Arcade, Fighting, Side, 3D, Japanese
Companies: Bandai Namco Studios, Arika, Bandai Namco Entertainment
Languages: RUS/ENG/MULTI15
Requires Windows 10+
Original Size: 79.4 GB
Repack Size: from 29.9 GB [Selective Download]
Discussion and (possible) future updates on CS.RIN.RU thread
Screenshots (Click to enlarge) Repack Features32 FIGHTERS FOR A NEW GENERATION
Completely redesigned character visuals. Elaborate, highly-detailed models built from the ground and high-fidelity graphics break the limits of new-generation hardware by adding a new weight and atmosphere to TEKKEN’s signature battles. Vivid environments and destructible stages combine to create an overwhelming sense of immersion, creating the ultimate play experience.
NEW GAME, NEW RIVALRY
Fist Meets Fate in TEKKEN 8. Holding a record for the longest-running video game storyline, the TEKKEN series begins a new chapter as TEKKEN 8 continues the tragic saga of the Mishima and Kazama bloodlines, and their world-shaking father-and-son grudge matches starting from 6 months after the closure of the last match. The story of Jin Kazama’s growth and determination marks a new chapter in the timeless saga.
THRILLING OVER-THE-TOP BATTLES EMBODYING AGGRESSIVENESS & DESTRUCTION
The new battle system, Heat, dials up the aggressive nature of battles, while maintaining the play feel and tactics unique to the TEKKEN series. The intensity of battles is greatly enhanced by the destructable stages. Unleashing super move-like Rage Arts is sure to enthrall both players and spectators alike. All of these hard-hitting mechanics come together to make TEKKEN 8 the most exciting installment in the series to date!
ENJOY YOUR TEKKEN LIFE!
In the new single-player mode Arcade Quest, craft your own unique avatar and embark on your new TEKKEN life. Battle your way through a variety of rivals across multiple arcades as the story unfolds, all while mastering the basics and practical skills in TEKKEN 8. Unlock a variety of customization items for characters and avatars as you progress.
Included DLCs:
Deluxe Edition Upgrade Pack is released only partially, so not counted in the list
Selective DownloadYou can skip downloading of optional files you don’t need. Here is the list of optional files:
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iOS 17.4 is taking the Apple Music SharePlay experience from CarPlay and bringing it to the house. Apple is expanding the SharePlay music control feature to work with both HomePod and Apple TV.
more…Routers secured by HomeKit may not be the first accessories that come to mind when thinking about smart home gadgets. Nevertheless, routers are still alive and well as an accessory category in the world of HomeKit. That’s despite a thread on Reddit this week that suggested HomeKit was no longer open for business as far as routers were concerned.
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Genres/Tags: Arcade, 3D
Companies: Dejobaan Games, Petricore
Language: ENG
Original Size: 1.9 GB
Repack Size: 1.3 GB
Discussion and (possible) future updates on CS.RIN.RU thread
Screenshots (Click to enlarge) Repack FeaturesGame Features
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Pestle, the handy recipe app for iPhone and iPad, is adding new widgets that put recipe discovery right on your iPhone’s Home Screen.
more…Apple Vision Pro will officially arrive in stores and in the hands of thousands of consumers in the US next Friday. Until then, we’ve been finding out more details about Apple’s new headset. For example, users who need corrective lenses can buy ZEISS Optical Inserts – and now we know exactly how to pair them with a Vision Pro.
more…A noted Apple critic used the terms "malicious compliance" and "hot garbage" to describe the company's elaborate rules for sideloading apps.
Yesterday, Apple announced some major changes to the App Store and the broader iPhone platform in the European Union, including support for alternative app marketplaces. There’s one piece of nuance that Apple is now clarifying.
Some of these changes are coming to all of Apple’s platforms, while others are coming only to the iPhone and not the iPad.
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more…HomeKit smart plugs are generally the first step new users take on their smart home journey. Nearly everyone has a lamp, coffee maker, or other home appliance they want to “HomeKitify” (yes, I just created a new word), and a smart plug is the easiest, fastest, and least expensive way to do that. I’ve had the in my box of items to test for a while now, but frankly, it’s so small, that it was hidden under another box.
more…The Beeper saga continues, with the company now disabling the ability to connect to iMessage entirely after Apple banned some of its customers’ Macs for using the app.
more…Apple is widely expected to unveil major new artificial intelligence features with iOS 18 in June. Code found by 9to5Mac in the first beta of iOS 17.4 shows that Apple is continuing to work on a new version of Siri powered by large language model technology, with a little help from other sources.
In fact, Apple appears to be using OpenAI’s ChatGPT API for internal testing to help the development of its own AI models.
more…Update: Customers who received delay emails yesterday are now being told that the update was made in error. Original ship dates are still being honored.
Apple Vision Pro inventory has been a mystery since pre-orders started almost a week ago. Earlier this week we saw a highly uncommon second wave of in-store pickup options for launch day. Now some Vision Pro pre-order customers are reporting a disappointing update on their delivery dates.
more…Apple recently introduced spatial video capture to iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The feature lets you start saving memories now to relive on Apple Vision Pro when it arrives. Or when you buy one. Or when the more consumer-priced version comes out. Or maybe on an existing without requiring the current workarounds!
more…Apple announced its plan to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in Europe yesterday which will allow third-party app stores. However, the Coalition for App Fairness believes Apple’s approach will be found illegal and says the iPhone maker’s plan is a “shameless insult to the European Commission and the millions of European consumers they represent…”
more…With Shazam version 17.3, a user can identify music around them or in apps like YouTube while wearing headphones.
Wrapping up the work week, all of today’s best deals are now headlined by a chance to save $700 on Apple’s M1 Max Mac Studio. It comes joined by the new USB-C AirPods Pro 2 and all of its Apple Vision Pro prowess at $189. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
more…We wonder why we don't see more paired HomePods (as opposed to HomePod minis). Hmm, could it be the price?
As of iOS 17.4, the Apple Podcasts app automatically generates transcripts for all episodes. Here's how to read them.
Genres/Tags: Arcade, Gun game, First-person, 3D
Company: Digital Fusion
Language: ENG
Original Size: 3.4 GB
Repack Size: 1.9 GB
Discussion and (possible) future updates on CS.RIN.RU thread
Screenshots (Click to enlarge) Repack FeaturesHello, I’m Pepe Moreno, the original creator of the BH2000 series. Digital Fusion Inc., my development company, brought you the hugely successful BH2K game series on both PCs and in arcades worldwide. With a background in comics and a natural inclination for storytelling, I embarked on the journey of crafting BeachHead, originally conceived as a world. However, during that era, the simplicity of games and the constraints of arcade technology limited its potential.
The new iteration of BeachHead has transcended those limitations. It’s not just a one-shot deal; it’s a fully immersive VR game and a living experience within an expansive, ever-growing game world. This world exists in a parallel dimension to our own, complete with a social structure and economy—essentially, an RPG-like turret defense shooter. While our initial plan during the early access period was to develop the full game and its features, including the vast scope of the BeachHead world, including BH City, we decided to embrace a progressive implementation approach toward achieving the complete BeachHead World experience—one battle at a time. We believe this approach will allow us to gradually unveil the richness and depth of the BeachHead universe, ensuring a captivating and thoroughly developed gaming experience for our players.
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