Apple Locks Down Full Disk Access

Apple is tightening the screws on Mac security, announcing new controls for Full Disk Access in response to a surge in AI agents like OpenAI’s ChatGPT Dots. The move aims to keep rogue AI from poking through your files, but the details are vague—and that’s causing anxiety. If Apple gets too restrictive, indie utilities and agent startups could face new hurdles, from extra prompts to possible feature lockouts, risking both innovation and user choice. Developers are watching closely to see if Apple introduces more granular permissions or just slams the gate shut.

Meanwhile, Apple is betting big on premium hardware with the $1,999 iPhone Duo foldable. You get a stunning 7.6-inch inner display and fresh multitasking tricks, but lose several “Pro” camera features—no LiDAR, no ProRAW or ProRes, no telephoto zoom. Carriers like T-Mobile are keeping subsidies in check, capping credits at $1,000 (versus up to $1,200 for other models), which could slow adoption and test just how much buyers will pay for the foldable form.

And just as new AI-powered home devices loom—possibly including a next-gen HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K—Apple’s pricing strategy is under a microscope. The real tell: if iPhone Duo pre-order lead times stretch without extra carrier incentives, Apple’s premium bet might just be working. Insights cited from MacStories, SlashGear, and Bloomberg.

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