Thursday, February 5, 2026
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News items you should check out: February 5

Since I can’t cover everything, here are some recommended articles from other websites:

Since I can’t cover everything, here are some recommended articles from other websites.

° From MacRumors: Apple has begun selling certified refurbished iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max models on its online store in the U.S., with prices discounted by 12% to 22% compared to Apple’s current or former pricing for the devices.

° From AppleInsider: Apple’s Lockdown Mode is just one of many ways that can keep your iPhone data secure, as the FBI has once more been finding out.

° From 9to5Mac: Apple’s search deal with Google could face renewed scrutiny as the DOJ appeals an antitrust ruling.

° From The MacObserver: Siri users are receiving Lopez v. Apple Inc. settlement payouts after Apple agreed to resolve claims over accidental voice recording and privacy.

° From MacVoices Live!: On the new episode the MacVoices Live! panel looks at the shutdown of a mobile app store experiment, Spotify’s latest price increase, and a wide-ranging debate over AI-generated music and art. 

Dennis Sellers
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Dennis Sellers is the editor/publisher of Apple World Today. He’s been an “Apple journalist” since 1995 (starting with the first big Apple news site, MacCentral). He loves to read, run, play sports, and watch movies.

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