Apple leaks show new HomePod mini, iPad mini and Apple TV 4K
Leaked images reveal updated HomePod mini, iPad mini and Apple TV 4K expected to launch later this year.
MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris posted images that show a refreshed HomePod mini, a slimmer iPad mini and a redesigned Apple TV 4K. The devices feature updated chassis and ports, suggesting a hardware refresh ahead of an October launch. Apple is expected to announce the products alongside other hardware later in the year.
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Appeals court backs Pentagon's Anthropic supply‑chain risk
A divided panel of U.S. appeals judges affirmed the Pentagon's decision to label AI lab Anthropic as a supply‑chain risk. Anthropic had challenged the designation on constitutional grounds, but the court ruled in favor of the administration, maintaining the restriction on the company's involvement in certain defense contracts.
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Meta launches AI‑powered Muse Charm, a digital Tamagotchi
Meta introduced Muse Charm, an AI‑driven virtual companion that behaves like a Tamagotchi. The device requires regular interaction to stay active, echoing the classic digital pet concept. Early reports note the novelty of AI‑generated behavior, though users are warned that neglect will cause the charm to 'die'.
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