Ex-NSA staffer demonstrates malware bypassing security checks in High Sierra

Security research and former NSA staffer Patrick Wardle says that he will demonstrate on Sunday a set of automated attacks against macOS Sierra, in which he is able to bypass security checks.
The checks are ones that ask the user to confirm that an app should be granted permission to do things like access contacts or location data …
2018 OLED iPhones to support Apple Pencil, with 512GB top tier – Trendforce

Apple’s gamble on higher-priced iPhones appears to have paid off, with the iPhone X showing that plenty of people are willing to pay a four-figure sum for the right features.
TrendForce believes Apple may be taking a couple of steps to increase the appeal of this year’s flagship models, and to help further boost the average selling price (ASP) …
Select 12-inch MacBook models sold out at Best Buy, could hint at fall refresh

Unlike previous years, Apple did not update the 12-inch MacBook this spring. Typically, the company does a spec bump to the line every March or April.
How to customize Voice Feedback for Siri

Siri is very useful at doing a handful of tasks. However, in certain scenarios it’s best to have Siri not give voice feedback.
Luckily, Apple adds an option for this in most of its platforms. Follow along to learn how to disable or customize voice feedback for Siri.
Apple stores in Orland Park, Irvine expanding to new locations on August 18th

Apple has announced that its retail stores in Orland Park, Illinois and Irvine, California will relocate to larger and more modern storefronts this upcoming Saturday, August 18th.
iPhone & iPad: How to customize Siri suggestions

As Siri has evolved in various ways over the years, suggestions from the smart assistant pop up across iOS in a variety of ways, often times by default. Follow along for how to customize Siri suggestions on your iPhone and iPad.
9to5Mac Daily: August 13, 2018

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
Apple pulls iOS 12 beta 7 OTA update amid reports of sluggish performance

Apple has temporarily pulled the over-the-air update for iOS 12 developer beta 7 after testers reported widespread issues with sluggish performance after updating.
Apple announces August 25th grand opening of new retail store in Kyoto, Japan
Using Apple Watch running cadence and pace alerts in watchOS 5

Apple Watch is steadily evolving into a more capable sports watch, and the upcoming watchOS 5 software update continues that trend with yoga and hiking workouts, automatic workout detection, and new ways to see heart rate data. Specifically for runners is a new way to train with pace alerts and cadence — features coming to existing Apple Watches in a free software update expected in September.
