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Apple's long-rumored homeOS may arrive in 2025 with Home Hub
This is just weird. I really can't imagine using such a device, but of course, YMMV. Is the need to "move around during a meeting" really a thing? My experience in the workplace is that we need technology that eliminates the need to have meetings. (and no, that isn't an endorsement of using AI to replace humans.)
I can think of *lots* of things a TV screen connected device could be improved: make ATV with a OTA tuner (or a couple OTA tuners; maybe even ATSC3.0 ones) with a coax jack, and add AirPort functionality back into it. This device will never appear though, because there's no way for Apple to sell services and monetize OTA content. Unless of course, homeOS is only licensed....with a subscription in Apple One. And hey, before you scoff, how about making that device include an Apple branded worldwide VPN service? drool drool shut up and take my money...
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Digital IDs in Apple Wallet now confirmed for California residents
I'm happy for you. You've had years of success. And then maybe one day, less so. Is it really worth it? YMMV.StrangeDays said:
Nonsense. My backwater state of Louisiana has offered a digital DL for years, and it’s legally binding and must be accepted everywhere in the state. Zero issues. Even pulled over once with it.mpantone said:
This is correct.eightzero said:
It will be a nice backup system. However, there is no chance whatsoever that I would ditch the physical version of a state DL or an insurance document when operating a motor vehicle. All you need is some...unsophisticated...individual that simply refuses to accept your "fake ID" and you're off to administrative hell.ssfe11 said:Nice for CA! Eventually no need to carry wallet anymore. Cmon NY!
And before you scoff, I had a similar instance happen with the digital vaccination card approved in my state. Had all the info that was then required, and I showed it to an individual that required it for access to a specific location, and they simply said, "oh, we need to see your card." Had I not had it, I would have been refused...and that would have been problematic at the time.
Same with car and house keys. These physical items will not be replaced by digital versions by me. Ever.
YMMV.
In addition, as long as credit card companies assess merchant transaction fees, some stores will be cash only. Others will offer discounts on cash purchases (many gas station chains have lower cash prices). There are many mom-and-pop stores, a few coffee shops, bars, that are cash only. Also, if you ever go to a farmers market or flea market without cash, you will be shut out by a lot of vendors who are cash only.
And even if the drivers license comes to the iPhone, it's still at the discretion of other parties to accept it as a legal document. You really need some sort of terminal to verify that the digital ID is legitimate. Anyone can fake a screenshot of a digital ID so just waving your phone in front of someone's face isn't going to do. Nightclubs, bars, concert halls will not uniformly and immediately install equipment to validate these digital IDs, so if you want to buy booze at some sports bar, you will need your physical card anyhow.
Let's say you go bar hopping with friends and unlike them, you only bring your digital ID leaving the physical cards (and plastic credit cards at home). What is only 1 in the four bars accepts digital IDs? What are going to do? Stand outside sipping water from a disposable cup while your pals quench their thirst? Nah, you have to bring your physical ID card until you are guaranteed that you won't ever need it. Hell, NFC contactless payment systems have been around for 20+ years and there are still places that are cash only. And even places that take credit cards don't always have POS terminals that accept NFC contactless payments.
Again, this is the type of thread that highlights who is naive and who isn't.
This stuff is that difficult. Fear mongering not necessary.
I read a great piece by a phone thief that described how fast they can do a smash and grab on a target. It is all about chumming up and offering to take their pic...and then claiming it is locked, and the target (usually a bar) simply gives them the code, of unlocks and hands it back. They are *so good* and getting what they need in seconds. And they get to all your bank accounts, and you. are. done.
Maybe someone can confirm, but I think when the digital ID is on the screen, it can only be done so with everything else locked. But visual inspection? If I needed someone to ID themself, I would never take a mere look at a screen. Without a companion digital verification (likely in use by LA law enforcement) it is unlikely to be accepted by someone other than a fool.
Even when I know about this, it is so easy to break protocol. I was at TSA, and selected for a random search of my iPhone. Dammit if I didn't remember Gruber's mantra: "Internalize holding the side button and down button before it leaves your hand." Man, handing an unlocked iPhone to a US Government Official is maybe the stupidest thing ever. Yeah, what do I have to hide? TSA people don't steal do they? Unh hunh.
There are extreme hazards in this technology, and being aware of them is not fear mongering. The risk just isn't worth the reward. Backup, sure. It likely works out. Rely on? No way. Again, YMMV, and I wish you continued success.
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Digital IDs in Apple Wallet now confirmed for California residents
It will be a nice backup system. However, there is no chance whatsoever that I would ditch the physical version of a state DL or an insurance document when operating a motor vehicle. All you need is some...unsophisticated...individual that simply refuses to accept your "fake ID" and you're off to administrative hell.ssfe11 said:Nice for CA! Eventually no need to carry wallet anymore. Cmon NY!
And before you scoff, I had a similar instance happen with the digital vaccination card approved in my state. Had all the info that was then required, and I showed it to an individual that required it for access to a specific location, and they simply said, "oh, we need to see your card." Had I not had it, I would have been refused...and that would have been problematic at the time.
Same with car and house keys. These physical items will not be replaced by digital versions by me. Ever.
YMMV.
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Paid Apple Intelligence features won't come until at least 2027
I see we now have entered the future where we predict the price of a product before anyone knows what it does or what it is for.
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M4 Mac mini rumored to get a redesign making it smaller than ever before
Concur, but I have a simple M1 mini that fits my needs. I retired a mid-2009 27" iMac for this with an HP 4k 27" screen. I expect this to fulfill my needs for at least as long as the last iMac did. My guess is that CPUs see shorter lifespans than monitors, but it is hard to imagine a better screen than a quality 4k version. I do also have a M1 MBA; and it has occurred to me that I could simply dock that when I need/want a desktop. Choices are good, and all these devices have utility and value (including the various iOS/ padOS devices I have as well.)msterling said:I'm good with my Mini M2 Pro. I bought it last year. I'm retired now. I expected when I bought it to last me 10+ years. But I might trade up when the MacOS no longer can be upgraded. it rests perfectly next to my Studio Display stand, and within the width of the monitor. I didn't know this market needed smaller. I think heat dissipation could be a real concern as the encasement gets smaller. I used to own a iMac 27". After seeing other monitors, there was no way, I was giving up the 5K. Samsung and Dell do not compare to build quality. In fact, I might be getting a second one for dual-screen. Right now, I rely on a MacBook Air 13" as a Universal Control "second screen" (yes, I know it's still using that processor. But I can't slide over windows from the main screen. I connected the two via a high quality TB4 cable. And the fluidity of moving between the two is excellent now. Before the TB4 cable, there was delays in connecting, and skipping with the trackpad pointer.
