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Reminders MenuBar v1.25.0 — Quick access to Apple Reminders Reminders MenuBar is a lightweight, free and open-source macOS utility that puts Apple Reminders in your menu bar for fast viewing, adding, editing and completing tasks. The developer continues active maintenance; the app is available in version 1.25.0. Key details Version: 1.25.0 Cost / License: Free — GPL-3.0 open-source Supported macOS: Big Sur (11) and later Features: View reminders, quick add, mark complete, syncs with Apple Reminders, runs in the menu bar Download & Install Official GitHub repository and releases: https://github.com/DamascenoRafael/reminders-menubar/releases Install via Homebrew cask: brew install --cask reminders-menubar Notes This is ideal for users who want quick access to Reminders without opening the full app. The project is actively maintained on GitHub. Sources: GitHub repository and releases, Homebrew cask metadata.

Leaked images: Apple's new TechWoven iPhone cases (Majin Bu) Serial leaker Majin Bu has shared new images that appear to show Apple’s next-generation fabric iPhone cases — reportedly called TechWoven — which are expected to replace the FineWoven cases used during the iPhone 16 era. Key points Material: Textured woven fabric (reported as more durable and stain-resistant than FineWoven) Design: Multiple colors spotted (gray-blue, navy, green, purple, orange) Features: Metal buttons, improved tactile feedback, a Camera Control button, MagSafe compatibility, and holes for crossbody straps or accessories Compatibility: Images suggest versions for iPhone 17 models (Pro models likely, judging by camera cutouts) Status: Leaked images only — Apple has not confirmed the cases yet. Expected announcement around the iPhone 17 launch window. Sources and further reading: MacRumors — iPhone 17…

“F1” — Home release: buy & rent According to ifun.de, the Apple + Warner Bros. film “F1” (aka “F1 The Movie”) had its home‑release premiere today and is now available to buy or rent via the Apple TV app and Amazon. The report lists the purchase price at €19.99; the rental price wasn't specified in the article snippet. We were unable to find an independent official confirmation of the digital release from Apple or Warner Bros. at the time of posting. For availability check the official Apple TV page for F1 or the Apple TV app. Search on Amazon (US) — affiliate: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=F1+The+Movie&tag=f1rede-20 Source: report on ifun.de (no direct RSS link included).

Trump Mobile’s T1 promos use edited photos of other phones — no real device shown Since the T1 smartphone was announced in June, Trump Mobile’s promotional material has increasingly drawn skepticism. Multiple outlets have identified that the official images appear to be badly edited photos of existing phones, rather than photographs of a real T1 device. What was found Promotional renders show different phones converted to a gold finish — examples include what looks like a Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (with a visible Spigen case/logo), an iPhone 16 Pro Max, and a Revvl 7 Pro 5G. Claims that the T1 would be “Made in the USA” were quietly removed from Trump Mobile’s site, raising further doubts about the project’s transparency. Outlets calling out the images include Engadget, AppleInsider, Notebookcheck, PhoneArena…

Pete Parsons steps down as Bungie CEO — Justin Truman named studio head Bungie veteran Pete Parsons has announced he is leaving the studio after more than two decades. Justin Truman — Destiny 2 general manager and Bungie’s chief development officer — will step into the role of studio head. Overview Departure: Pete Parsons steps down after 20+ years at Bungie. New studio head: Justin Truman (Destiny 2 GM & CDO) named as Parsons’ successor. Key moments under Parsons: Bungie moved to self-publishing, ended its long-term Activision publishing deal, and was acquired by Sony. Recent challenges: Bungie suffered major layoffs in 2024 (around 220 employees), has delayed its next game Marathon amid issues including use of unauthorized art assets, and faces integration pressures following the Sony acquisition. Context & sources…

Ecosia proposes 10-year nonprofit stewardship of Google Chrome Germany-based nonprofit search engine and browser company Ecosia has proposed to operate Google Chrome for 10 years under a foundation/stewardship model. Under the plan, Google would retain ownership and intellectual property while Ecosia would assume operational responsibility and redirect a majority of Chrome’s profits toward environmental projects. Key points Proposal: 10-year stewardship of Chrome by Ecosia as a nonprofit foundation. Revenue split: Ecosia proposes ~60% of Chrome profits go to climate and environmental projects; Google would receive ~40%. Financial projection: Ecosia projects Chrome could generate around $1 trillion over the next decade, making the split financially significant. Ownership/IP: Google would retain ownership and IP rights; Ecosia would manage operations for the stewardship period. Existing relationship: Ecosia already uses Google’s search and has…

Spotify brings audio previews to Instagram Stories and real-time sharing via Instagram Notes Spotify has rolled out two new integrations with Instagram that make sharing music more interactive and instantaneous. The updates are available globally on iOS and Android. What’s new Stories audio previews: When you share a Spotify track to an Instagram Story, a short audio snippet will play in the Story and viewers can tap the music sticker to open the full track in Spotify. Instagram Notes integration: You can add a live-updating track to an Instagram Note by tapping the music note icon and choosing “Share from Spotify.” The note will display the song you’re currently listening to (or the next song you play within 30 minutes); friends can tap the note to add the track to…

Google launches ‘Gemini for Government’ — FedRAMP-ready AI for federal agencies Google has announced Gemini for Government, a version of its Gemini AI platform tailored for U.S. federal agencies. The offering includes access to NotebookLM, enterprise search, image and video generation, and prebuilt AI agents for tasks like deep research and idea generation — with the option for agencies to build custom agents. Key features NotebookLM access for research and note-taking Google-quality enterprise search Image and video generation capabilities Prebuilt Deep Research and Idea Generation agents, plus custom agent creation Threat protection, data privacy features and compliance with government cloud standards Pricing & procurement Under a new GSA (OneGov) arrangement, Google is offering the platform to federal agencies for about $0.47–$0.50 per agency per year, with options to pay more…

Allegations Against Apple Fitness VP Jay Blahnik — What We Know Recent reporting has accused Jay Blahnik, Apple’s vice president of fitness technologies, of creating a toxic workplace environment. Multiple current and former employees told reporters they experienced or witnessed behavior described as verbally abusive, manipulative, and inappropriate. Key points Allegations include lewd comments, inappropriate speculation about employees' personal lives, and conduct that made staff uncomfortable. About a tenth of Blahnik’s reports reportedly sought extended health or medical leave since 2022, according to reporting. Apple has settled a separate sexual harassment complaint against Blahnik, and he and the company are being sued by at least one former employee. Apple reportedly conducted an internal investigation and said it found no evidence of wrongdoing. The company told reporters it "strongly disagrees with…