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Malware With Screen Reading Code Found in iOS Apps for the First Time

Malware featuring screen reading code, called “SparkCat,” has been discovered in iOS Apps, enabling the extraction of sensitive data from screenshots. Identified by Kaspersky, this malware uses OCR technology to target crypto wallet recovery phrases, posing a risk of cryptocurrency theft. Apps like ComeCome, WeTink, and AnyGPT have been linked to this issue. The malware has been active since March 2024 and although similar threats were previously found on Android and PC, this marks the first instance on iOS. Recommendations include avoiding saving sensitive screenshots in photo libraries.

https://www.macrumors.com/2025/02/05/ocr-malware-app-store/

‘Stealers’ Are an Increasingly Common Mac Malware

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Mac is increasingly targeted by stealer malware; 2024 saw a rise in information-stealing malware like Poseidon, which targets credentials and cryptocurrency. Originates from infected downloads via deceptive ads.

https://www.macrumors.com/2025/02/05/mac-malware-stealers-increase/

What to Do When macOS Won’t Let You Unmount a Volume

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macOS users sometimes face issues unmounting volumes, often due to processes like mds (Spotlight) and revisionsd causing conflicts. To resolve this, identify the culprit using Activity Monitor or the app Sloth, though Sloth requires repeated authentication. Common solutions include force-ejecting or restarting Finder. Issues reportedly increased with the release of macOS 15 Sequoia.

https://mjtsai.com/blog/2025/02/03/what-to-do-when-macos-wont-let-you-unmount-a-volume/

LocalSend: Share Files to Nearby Devices

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LocalSend: Free, open-source app for sharing files across devices without a central server. It's cross-platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS), secure with end-to-end encryption, and easy to use with no ads or tracking.

https://localsend.org/

TSMC Founder Reveals Why Apple Chose Them Over Intel as Custom Chip Supplier

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Apple chose TSMC over Intel for custom chip manufacturing in 2011 after Tim Cook criticized Intel's foundry capabilities. TSMC's responsive customer service and manufacturing strengths outweighed Intel's existing relationship with Apple for Mac processors. TSMC became the exclusive supplier for Apple's silicon, while Intel's foundry struggled, recently revamping its strategy to attract external clients.

https://www.macrumors.com/2025/01/30/tsmc-reveals-why-apple-snubbed-intel-chips/

Expand Mac Mini

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Expand Mac mini offers a reliable 2TB SSD upgrade for M4 models at $259, using original Apple NAND chips. It has an Easy plug-and-play installation and enhanced performance compared to the 256GB model. The upgrade supports the M4 Mac mini but not the M4 Pro. It includes a one-year warranty and international shipping.

https://expandmacmini.com/