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Fix for macOS Tahoe freezing on MacBook: corespotlightd caused high CPU usage. Disabling “Show Related Content” and “Help Apple Improve Search” in Spotlight settings resolved the issue.
https://www.macworld.com/article/2999630/macos-tahoe-freezing-crashing-macbook-pro-fix.html
Apple is undergoing major leadership turnover, with several top executives retiring and many others leaving for rival companies like Meta and OpenAI. These departures come as rivals try to challenge Apple’s lead in devices and AI by hiring former Apple talent and developing new competing products. While Apple’s dominance remains intact for now because of strong user loyalty and no decisive AI breakthrough by competitors, its unclear AI strategy is seen as a potential weakness. CEO Tim Cook remains firmly in control and is seen as vital to the company’s ongoing success, with his handling of future AI developments likely to shape both his legacy and Apple’s direction.
Mac users are losing confidence due to unreported errors in macOS, like Spotlight search failures and blank timers. Apple Support's responses often lead users to potentially futile reinstallation efforts, lacking understanding of the issues. The lack of honest error reporting makes users frustrated and fosters a sense of helplessness. Issues with applications like Safari further diminish confidence, as silent failures go unreported. Similar concerns are emerging with AI technologies, where inaccurate outputs can erode trust in their reliability.
https://eclecticlight.co/2025/11/30/last-week-on-my-mac-losing-confidence/
Pinokio offers a 1-click localhost cloud solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux, enabling personal internet usage. Users can access various AI tools and projects, including text-to-speech, image generation, video editing, and machine learning applications, all sourced from verified developers. Resources available include APIs, UIs, and models for tasks like video creation, transcription, and dialogue generation.
Fake LinkedIn job postings target Mac users to download Flexible Ferret malware via a false software update during a video interview process. Attackers impersonate recruiters and prompt victims to download malicious files disguised as FFmpeg updates. This malware enables extensive control over infected devices, including credential theft and system manipulation. Users are advised to update software regularly, avoid unsolicited commands, and verify potential threats to stay safe.
Apple is changing how Wi-Fi network syncing between iPhones and Apple Watches works in the EU to comply with the Digital Markets Act. Currently, Apple Watches get the complete list of saved Wi-Fi networks from an iPhone during setup. Starting with iOS and WatchOS 26.2, new EU Apple Watches will only sync networks that the iPhone joins after the watch is paired. Apple is also launching a new API for third-party accessories in the EU to enable similar, but limited, Wi-Fi syncing. These steps aim to balance user privacy with regulatory requirements without granting third-party devices broad access to user data. Most existing Apple Watch users in the EU won’t notice significant changes. The move illustrates Apple’s approach to regulatory compliance, prioritizing privacy and product control over developer access.
https://daringfireball.net/2025/11/apple_eu_dma_iphone_accessories_wi-fi_sync