This week on AI: FBI debate explodes, Mac & iPhone leaks, Apple patent win overturned

A single issue dominated most headlines this week: Apple's defiance of an FBI request to help unlock an iPhone linked to San Bernardino shooter Syed Rizwan Farook. More news did emerge, however, on Apple's legal battles with Samsung, and possible plans for OS X and a new 4-inch iPhone.

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Everything you need to know:

Apple CEO Tim Cook called for a commission on digital security > >
In a TV interview, Cook likened the FBI's demanded software to cancer > >
Apple is allegedly developing new iOS and iCloud security measures that would thwart any FBI tools > >
Apple's general counsel will testify in front of Congress on March 1 > >
The company filed to vacate the FBI's request on Thursday, calling it unconstitutional > >
Macs may finally get Siri later this year > >
New 'iPhone 5se' schematics leaked, bearing similarities to the iPhone 6 > >
OS X's Photos app may regain some iPhoto features > >
Apple's rumored March press event may be delayed to March 22 > >
A court overturned Apple's $120M patent victory over Samsung > >
At the company's shareholder meeting, all shareholder proposals were defeated > >

For in-depth discussion of this week's hottest stories, listen to the AppleInsider podcast. Subscribe here, or stream the embed below:

A roundup of all of our hottest stories this week:

Tim Cook says government should withdraw demands to unlock iPhone, form commission to discuss implications

Rumor: Apple will finally bring Siri to Mac with this year's OS X 10.12

Purportedly leaked 4-inch iPhone schematics bear striking resemblance to iPhone 6

Tim Cook: FBI is asking Apple to create 'software equivalent of cancer'

Apple developing iPhone and iCloud encryption that counters FBI-requested workaround, reports say

Apple's Photos apps for iOS 10 & OS X 10.12 to restore iPhoto editing features - report

Apple lead attorney Bruce Sewell to testify before US Congress on encryption debate March 1

Apple rails against FBI demands for 'GovtOS' in motion to vacate decryption request

Rumor: Apple's 4-inch iPhone event pushed back a week, to March 22

Court overturns Apple's $120M patent win against Samsung

Apple directors reelected, outside proposals rejected at annual shareholder meeting

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4 Comments

stargazerct

said about 8 years ago

"Apple is allegedly developing new iOS and iCloud security measures that would thwart any FBI tools"

Why does the media have to write this as if Apple is doing it to thwart the FBI?
Whatever happened to the idea that they are doing this to protect their customers data?
Do you want your identity stolen?
I sure and hell don't and appreciate Apple is doing everything they can to make sure only I can see my data. It's unbelievable how this is being spun and those complaining about it will be the first whiners blaming Apple for not protecting their data if they are hacked.

9secondkox2

said about 8 years ago

stargazerct said:

"Apple is allegedly developing new iOS and iCloud security measures that would thwart any FBI tools"

Why does the media have to write this as if Apple is doing it to thwart the FBI?
Whatever happened to the idea that they are doing this to protect their customers data?
Do you want your identity stolen?
I sure and hell don't and appreciate Apple is doing everything they can to make sure only I can see my data. It's unbelievable how this is being spun and those complaining about it will be the first whiners blaming Apple for not protecting their data if they are hacked.

Extremely well said. MmApple has been about security for a long time before this.

So it stands to reason they would increase their lead their.

I for one am very grateful.

other people, including hackers, evil governments, "good" governments personal friends, etc. don't need to know what's on MY phone.

But this surely didn't start with the fbi and it shouldn't end there either.

Apple has has built a reputation for making people safe.

In a free market, it is one of the things that differentiates them from the competition and attracts customers.

Mathis safety measure is NOT illegal.

Whats sad sad is that the US government is now saying it doesn't give a rip about freedom. It's becoming much more communist and socialist.

THAT should be illegal.

For the people and by the people? LOL

I DONT REMEMBER having a voice in electing the various unaccountable czars that run government funded institutions.

I I don't remember voting on a sweeping change to healthcare that has seen the availability of service to me REDUCED.

Mmand I sure don't remember voting to throw my privacy away.

It it used to be the FBI had to invent ways to "wiretap" and then could only use it with a warrant (legally).

But it how many times has it come out the FBI has ILLEGALLY wire tapped?

Cook ok was right about saying it will only be used "once" or "only in this instance". They've lied throughout history and will aGain.

Maybe be there has been good reason in most cases.

The FBI is a GOOD THING. BUT GOOD THINGS CAN BE USED FOR WRONG TOO.

"Absolute power corrupts absolutely."

The FBI are fallible people like you and me.

They need accountability and checks and balances. Not caste Blanche access to my private life.

Can America go back to being Anerica someday soon please?

cali

said about 8 years ago

Wow what a week!!

Another crazy one.

Frogbait

said about 8 years ago

AppleInsider said:

A single issue dominated most headlines this week: Apple's defiance of an FBI request to help unlock an iPhone linked to San Bernardino shooter Syed Rizwan Farook. More news did emerge, however, on Apple's legal battles with Samsung, and possible plans for OS X and a new 4-inch iPhone.

To keep up on the latest in the Apple world, download the official AppleInsider app, and subscribe to our email newsletter.

Everything you need to know:

Apple CEO Tim Cook called for a commission on digital security > >
In a TV interview, Cook likened the FBI's demanded software to cancer > >
Apple is allegedly developing new iOS and iCloud security measures that would thwart any FBI tools > >
Apple's general counsel will testify in front of Congress on March 1 > >
The company filed to vacate the FBI's request on Thursday, calling it unconstitutional > >
Macs may finally get Siri later this year > >
New 'iPhone 5se' schematics leaked, bearing similarities to the iPhone 6 > >
OS X's Photos app may regain some iPhoto features > >
Apple's rumored March press event may be delayed to March 22 > >
A court overturned Apple's $120M patent victory over Samsung > >
At the company's shareholder meeting, all shareholder proposals were defeated > >

For in-depth discussion of this week's hottest stories, listen to the AppleInsider podcast. Subscribe here, or stream the embed below:

A roundup of all of our hottest stories this week:

Tim Cook says government should withdraw demands to unlock iPhone, form commission to discuss implications

Rumor: Apple will finally bring Siri to Mac with this year's OS X 10.12

Purportedly leaked 4-inch iPhone schematics bear striking resemblance to iPhone 6

Tim Cook: FBI is asking Apple to create 'software equivalent of cancer'

Apple developing iPhone and iCloud encryption that counters FBI-requested workaround, reports say

Apple's Photos apps for iOS 10 & OS X 10.12 to restore iPhoto editing features - report

Apple lead attorney Bruce Sewell to testify before US Congress on encryption debate March 1

Apple rails against FBI demands for 'GovtOS' in motion to vacate decryption request

Rumor: Apple's 4-inch iPhone event pushed back a week, to March 22

Court overturns Apple's $120M patent win against Samsung

Apple directors reelected, outside proposals rejected at annual shareholder meeting

Stupid FBI! Thick as Pigshit!