Quick Glance: Surge in COVID Variant Cases
- Cases of a COVID-19 variant have tripled in the U.S. in recent weeks, according to federal tracking.
- The BA.2.86 variant, previously considered uncommon, is projected to make up nearly one-tenth of circulating viruses.
- Health officials estimate the variant likely accounts for 5% to 15% of circulating variants in the U.S.
- Updated COVID-19 vaccines are expected to increase protection against BA.2.86, the CDC stated.
Quick Glance: Apple to Release iPhone 12 Software Update in France to Address Radiation Concerns
- Apple announced it will release a software update for iPhone 12 users in France to address radiation concerns raised by the country's regulators (via Reuters).
- The French regulator ANFR will test the software update.
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