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  • newTop 5 Apple Products to Look Forward to in 2025
    It's looking like 2025 is going to be an important year for Apple, with the company planning to revamp the iPhone, push further into smart home products, and improve Apple Intelligence. There are tons of new products rumored for 2025, including new iPhones, M4 Macs, a smart home command center, and much more.We've highlighted the top five Apple products that will have the biggest impact in 2025.iPhone 17 "Air"There's a new, super thin ‌iPhone‌ planned for 2025, and while we don't…
    - 13 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 3:52am -
  • newAmazon Discounts USB-C AirPods Max to $499.99 ($49 Off)
    Amazon today has the USB-C AirPods Max on sale for $499.99 in four colors, down from $549.00. This is a return of the Black Friday price on the headphones, and only a few dollars higher when compared with the previous record low price.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Colors available on sale include Blue, Midnight, Orange, and Purple. Depending on your locat…
    - 17 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 12:02am -
  • new'Ice Dive' Apple Vision Pro Immersive Video Now Available
    Apple Vision Pro users can watch a new episode of the "Adventure" series starting today, delving into a freezing underwater dive in the Arctic with athlete Ant Williams.The Ice Dive episode follows Williams as he attempts to shatter the world record for swimming the longest distance under ice with just one breath.Ice Dive is the third episode in the Adventure series on the Vision Pro headset. The first Adventure episode, Highlining, was one of the first immersive videos that Apple ma…
    - 19 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 10:49pm -
  • newThe MacRumors Show: Every Apple Product Coming in 2025
    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we take a look ahead to all of Apple's expected hardware announcements for 2025.Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videosRumors and reports from a range of reliable sources suggest that Apple will release at least 22 new products in 2025, with a series of minor to major updates and refreshes planned for the iPhone, iPads, Mac, Apple TV, HomePod, Vision Pro, and Apple Watch, as well as one entirely new product. Here's every…
    - 19 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 10:49pm -
  • newApple's AirTag 4-Pack Hits Best-Ever $69.99 Price on Amazon
    Today we're tracking the return of an all-time low price on Apple's AirTag 4-Pack, which has hit $69.99 on Amazon, down from $99.00. The AirTag 4-Pack was priced at $72.99 for most of December, so this is the first time we've seen it return to its record low price in a few weeks.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Depending on your location, the AirTag 4-Pack m…
    - 20 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 8:55pm -
  • newApple Begins Discontinuing iPhone SE and iPhone 14 in EU Ahead of USB-C Requirement
    Starting today, the third-generation iPhone SE, iPhone 14, and iPhone 14 Plus, are listed as unavailable on Apple's online store in Switzerland, ahead of a regulation that will require smartphones with wired charging capabilities that are newly placed for sale to be equipped with a USB-C port in the European Union (EU).Switzerland is not officially part of the EU, but the country participates in the single EU market and is thereby subject to EU trading laws.While all iPhone 15 and iPho…
    - 21 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 8:22pm -
  • newChatGPT for Mac Can Now Read Your Apple Notes – Here's How
    OpenAI has expanded the capabilities of its ChatGPT app for macOS, adding support for Apple Notes and a range of popular third-party apps. The update builds on last month's release that introduced the ability to read on-screen content from select Mac apps.This expansion should broaden ChatGPT's utility for both casual users and developers using macOS, as the AI assistant can now interact with content in Apple Notes, Notion, and Quip, alongside numerous development environments including BB…
    - 24 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 5:40pm -
  • Apple Teams Up With NVIDIA to Speed Up AI Language Models
    Apple has shared details on a collaboration with NVIDIA to greatly improve the performance of large language models (LLMs) by implementing a new text generation technique that offers substantial speed improvements for AI applications.Apple earlier this year published and open-sourced Recurrent Drafter (ReDrafter), an approach that combines beam search and dynamic tree attention methods to accelerate text generation. Beam search explores multiple potential text sequences at once for better…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 4:48pm -
  • Apple Launched the Controversial 'Trashcan' Mac Pro 11 Years Ago Today
    Apple launched the controversial "trashcan" Mac Pro eleven years ago today, introducing one of its most criticized designs that persisted through a period of widespread discontentment with the Mac lineup.The redesign took the ‌Mac Pro‌ in an entirely new direction, spearheaded by a polished aluminum cylindrical design that became unofficially dubbed the "trashcan" in the Mac community. All of the ‌Mac Pro‌'s components were mounted around a central thermal dissipation core, cooled…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 8:30am -
  • iCloud Backups No Longer Available for iPhones and iPads Running iOS 8 or Earlier
    Making a device backup over iCloud now requires iOS 9 or later, which means iPhones and iPads that are running iOS 8 or earlier are no longer able to be backed up using ‌iCloud‌.Apple announced the change in November, and as of this week, it has gone into effect. Support for ‌iCloud‌ backups on devices that run iOS 8 or older has ended, and Apple has deleted all existing ‌iCloud‌ backups of those devices.Apps and data stored on an iPhone or iPad running iOS 8 or earlier are…
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 12:44am -
  • Apple's 10th Gen iPad Returns to Black Friday Price of $249.99 ($99 Off)
    Amazon has brought back the all-time low Black Friday price on Apple's 10th generation iPad (64GB Wi-Fi), available for $249.99 in Silver, down from $349.00. You'll need to clip an on-page coupon worth $29.01 in order to see the final deal price at checkout.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.This is the first time since Black Friday that we've seen a return of…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 8:49pm -
  • Apple Likely to Make Vision Pro Lineup More Affordable in Two Ways
    Apple plans to launch its next-generation Vision headsets as early as 2026, and they will likely be more affordable, according to TrendForce.In line with previous rumors, the Taiwanese research firm today said Apple is planning to introduce both a next-generation Vision Pro and a mainstream headset, which would likely be named "Apple Vision" without the "Pro" modifier.For the next-generation Vision Pro, TrendForce said Apple will likely consider sourcing components from suppliers beyon…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 8:25pm -
  • Apple Stops Signing iOS 18.1.1, Downgrading No Longer an Option
    Apple has stopped signing iOS 18.1.1, preventing iPhone users who have upgraded to iOS 18.2 from downgrading to that version of iOS. Apple released iOS 18.2 a week ago on December 11.Apple often stops signing an older version of iOS, usually within a week or two after a new version is released. When an update is no longer signed, it can't be installed on an ‌iPhone‌ due to a server-side software verification check.This policy encourages users to keep their operating systems up to d…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 6:11pm -
  • Apple Faces Criticism Over AI-Generated News Headline Summaries
    Apple is facing calls to remove its AI-powered notification summaries feature after it generated false headlines about a high-profile murder case, drawing criticism from a major journalism organization.Updated to iOS 18.2? Then you may have received this notification (image credit: BBC News)Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has urged Apple to disable the Apple Intelligence notification feature, which rolled out globally last week as part of its iOS 18.2 software update. The request comes a…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 5:09pm -
  • Report: Apple in Talks with Tencent, ByteDance for Chinese iPhone AI
    Apple is reportedly negotiating with China's ByteDance and Tencent to bring their artificial intelligence models to iPhones sold in China, as the company adapts its AI strategy for the Chinese market.Apple began integrating OpenAI's ChatGPT into its devices globally earlier this month with the release of iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2, but ChatGPT is not accessible in China due to regulatory restrictions. Chinese law requires government approval before companies can release…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 4:09pm -
  • Apple's $1 Billion Investment May Soon End Indonesian iPhone Ban
    Apple is close to reaching an agreement with Indonesia to lift the ban on iPhone 16 sales in the country after securing preliminary approval for a $1 billion investment proposal, according to Bloomberg.Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is said to have given his support for the government to accept Apple's investment plan following a weekend briefing. The proposal includes establishing manufacturing facilities in the country, with one of Apple's suppliers set to build an AirTag producti…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 3:50pm -
  • Apple Warns of Privacy Risks in EU's DMA Interoperability Requirements
    Apple has released a report highlighting its concerns about how some companies could "weaponize" the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) interoperability requirements to access sensitive user data. The report came on the same day that the European Commission began consulting on the proposed measures for requesting interoperability with Apple's iOS and iPadOS operating systems.The DMA, which came into force this year, requires major platform holders like Apple to provide third-party developers e…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 2:59pm -
  • Apple Released the Original AirPods Eight Years Ago Today
    Today marks eight years since Apple launched the original AirPods. Unveiled in September 2016 alongside the iPhone 7, the wireless headphones became available on December 19, 2016, following a slight delay.At the time, wireless headphones were already on the market but had not yet reached true mass popularity. AirPods helped redefine the category through their convenience and seamless integration with Apple devices. Apple's Phil Schiller at the time:AirPods are the first headphones to deli…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 2:30pm -
  • Apple Says Meta is Making Unreasonable Interoperability Requests Under Europe's DMA Requirements
    Apple today said that Meta has made 15 interoperability requests under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in the European Union, which is more than any other company.In a statement provided to Reuters, Apple said that Meta is asking for changes that could compromise user security and privacy.In many cases, Meta is seeking to alter functionality in a way that raises concerns about the privacy and security of users, and that appears to be completely unrelated to the actual use of Meta external…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 5:27am -
  • You Can Now Call 1-800-ChatGPT Using a Phone Line to Get AI Answers
    OpenAI today announced support for a new phone-based ChatGPT experience, which can be accessed by calling or texting 1-800-ChatGPT (1-800-242-8478). The feature was introduced as part of OpenAI's ongoing 12 days of OpenAI event.The 1-800-ChatGPT phone number is designed for situations where a data connection is unavailable, but a cellular connection works. With the feature, ChatGPT can provide answers to questions over the phone with voice-based responses, and even landlines are supported.…
    - 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 4:33am -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • iPhone 17 Pro Expected to Retain Titanium Design
    Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Pro has sparked discussions about its material design, with conflicting rumors circulating about whether it will feature titanium or aluminum. While some suggest a shift to aluminum for cost and practicality, a prominent leaker insists titanium is here to stay. Conflicting Reports on Material Choice Recent speculation hinted that Apple might […]
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 3:10pm -
  • Apple Employee Sues Over Alleged Privacy Violations
    Apple, known for championing user privacy, now faces a lawsuit accusing it of violating its own employees’ privacy. Amar Bhakta, an Apple advertising technology employee, filed the suit in California, alleging the company enforces invasive surveillance practices that blur boundaries between work and personal lives. Claims of Invasive Monitoring Bhakta claims Apple requires employees to […]
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 3:10pm -
  • Apple Vision Pro Expands Global Reach with Taiwan Launch
    Apple’s ambitious Vision Pro headset continues its global expansion, with Taiwan joining the list of launch countries on December 17, 2024. Pre-orders for the device began on December 5, highlighting Apple’s ongoing commitment to introducing spatial computing technology worldwide. A Milestone in Spatial Computing The Vision Pro, Apple’s foray into spatial computing, debuted in February […]
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 3:10pm -
  • Apple Rolls Out Fourth Developer Beta of visionOS 2.2
    Apple has rolled out the fourth developer beta for visionOS 2.2, bringing significant updates to its Vision Pro operating system. The latest iteration focuses on enhanced display options, improved audio routing, and better performance for gaming, marking another step in preparing for its public release. Enhanced Display Options One of the most notable changes in […]
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 3:10pm -
  • Apple Watch: Unveiling Lesser-Known Health Insights
    Apple’s flagship wearable, the Apple Watch, continues to redefine health monitoring. While many users recognize features like workout tracking and ECG functionality, the device offers far more under its sleek surface. Beyond the Basics Most Apple Watch users are familiar with its prominent health features, such as monitoring heart rates or calling emergency services. However, […]
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 3:10pm -
  • Apple Explores Amazon AI Chips to Train Future Models
    Apple is reportedly exploring Amazon’s AI chips to enhance its Apple Intelligence platform. This move highlights the growing collaboration between tech giants in artificial intelligence development. Amazon’s Trainium Chips in the Spotlight During the AWS Reinvent conference, Apple’s senior director of machine learning, Benoit Dupin, confirmed that the company has been leveraging Amazon Web Services […]
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 3:10pm -
  • Apple Books Celebrates 2024 with Year in Review
    Apple Books is ending 2024 on a high note by launching its Year in Review feature alongside curated book collections. The initiative highlights users’ reading habits while offering personalized insights, making reading more interactive and engaging. Personalized Year in Review The 2024 Year in Review, now accessible through the Apple Books app, mirrors the style […]
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 3:10pm -
  • Mac Malware on the Rise: New Threats Target Apple Users
    Apple’s macOS, once praised for its robust security, is facing a surge in malware activity. According to Moonlock Lab’s 2024 threat report, cybercriminals have turned their focus to macOS, exploiting its growing user base and advanced malware development tools. The report highlights a 60% increase in malware activity in the last three years, driven by […]
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 3:10pm -
  • M5 iPad Pro Rumored for Late 2025 Launch
    Apple fans eagerly await the launch of the M5 iPad Pro, expected to arrive in late 2025. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that mass production will begin in the second half of the year. The device promises to deliver significant performance upgrades with its new M5 chip, setting the stage for another breakthrough in tablet technology. […]
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 3:10pm -
  • Apple Faces Challenges with Apple Intelligence in China
    Apple’s ambitious Apple Intelligence platform is encountering significant roadblocks in China. Despite a decade-long collaboration with Baidu, efforts to adapt Baidu’s AI models for Apple Intelligence have hit a standstill. Analysts warn that these challenges could negatively impact iPhone sales in a competitive market. Privacy Concerns Slow Progress The core of the issue lies in […]
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 3:10pm -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newInstagram to replace AR filters with controversial AI-generated videos
    As we reported in August, Meta has confirmed that it will discontinue Spark, Instagram’s AR filters, in January 2025. At the time, the company didn’t give many details except to say that it would prioritize its efforts on other products. Now we know what’s coming next: realistic AI-based filters. more…
    - 12 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 5:21am -
  • newTim Cook says Apple ‘never talked about’ charging for AI, here’s why
    Over the past few months, two big waves of Apple Intelligence features have debuted via iOS 18.1 and iOS 18.2. While some have speculated Apple is planning paid AI services in the future, Apple’s CEO Tim Cook recently said that charging has never even been discussed. Here’s why. more…
    - 14 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 3:08am -
  • newAll the changes Apple has made to the Photos app since iOS 18
    As part of iOS 18, Apple unveiled the biggest-ever redesign to the Photos app. With a single-pane interface, the new Photos app highlights collections and curation while being fully customizable to your liking. The rollout of the Photos app, however, proved to be polarizing. While I’ve been a fan of it since it first debuted, Apple has made several tweaks in subsequent iOS 18 updates to address some of the most common complaints. It has also added several notable new features. more…
    - 14 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 3:02am -
  • newiPhone 17 Pro: Seven new features are coming next year
    Next year is set to be big for the iPhone, with a compelling new iPhone SE 4 in the spring and the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air in the fall. But what about Apple’s flagship Pro models? Here are seven new features coming to the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max in 2025. more…
    - 15 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 1:50am -
  • newApple starts winding down iPhone 14 and iPhone SE sales in the EU
    As expected, Apple is starting to wind down sales of the Lightning-equipped iPhone SE and iPhone 14 lineups from the European Union. This comes as the EU’s common charger mandate is set to go into effect on December 28, requiring smartphones to feature USB-C for charging. more…
    - 16 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 1:00am -
  • newHomeKit Weekly: Aqara unveils a new valve controller to help prevent major water damage during leaks
    Smart home products have come a long way, but one area often overlooked is water management. Aqara’s newly launched is changing that by turning your existing water valves into smart components of your home. Originally announced at IFA 2024, this retrofit device pairs with water leak sensors and integrates seamlessly into HomeKit more…
    - 17 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 12:30am -
  • new9to5Mac Daily: December 20, 2024 – Apple Watch Ultra 3 rumors, more
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. 9to5Mac Daily listeners can exclusively save 50%. more…
    - 18 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 11:19pm -
  • newNext-gen CarPlay’s first models should still ‘arrive in 2024,’ per Apple’s site
    Holiday breaks are starting to kick off, when Apple and other companies tend to not make many new announcements. But there’s one big update we’re still expecting, according to Apple’s website: the arrival of the first next-gen CarPlay models. more…
    - 18 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 11:13pm -
  • newHere are 20+ last-minute Apple gift ideas with holiday delivery
    Are you still racing to finish your holiday shopping? Don’t worry, me too. Here are some last-minute ideas for the Apple and tech fans in your life – all of which should arrive in time for Christmas gift-giving next week. more…
    - 18 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 10:57pm -
  • newDeals: Apple Watch Ultra 2 doorbuster price, AirTag 4-pack down at $70 ($17.50 each), action cams, more
    We are ready to cap off the work week with a fresh batch of discounts alongside ongoing lows at up to $250 off on Apple’s most affordable M4 and M4 Pro MacBook Pro configurations. The last round of Doorbuster deals from Best Buy before the holidays is now live for everyone with a notable $80 price drop on Apple Watch Ultra 2 alongside the return of Black Friday pricing on Apple’s 4-pack of AirTags at $70 – both of these deals are also matched at Amazon. These highlights join a host of deal…
    - 19 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 10:16pm -
  • newNew MacBook Air OLED timeline reveals two unfortunate drawbacks
    Last week we received word that the MacBook Pro would be getting OLED and lose its notch starting in 2026. That same report also detailed the OLED timeline for Apple’s other products, and it doesn’t look great for the MacBook Air in two key ways. more…
    - 19 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 10:09pm -
  • newApple warns spyware targets via ‘threat notifications,’ offers these next steps
    Did you know that Apple, for years, has had a system and process for sending ‘threat notifications’ to users of suspected spyware attacks? Here’s what that means, and new details on the guidance Apple gives users with a compromised device. more…
    - 21 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 8:40pm -
  • newHow to use AirTag sharing when travelling with family and friends
    I didn’t waste any time when AirTags first came out, immediately buying eight of them: for five bags, keys, a videography rig, and a bicycle. But I’ve also repurposed some of them during trips for some AirTag sharingwith friends, and iOS 18.2 makes this option even better.I’ve confessed before to being something of a bagaholic, so the first thing I did was to slip an AirTag into each of my main bags, where they live almost permanently … more…
    - 22 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 6:57pm -
  • newBluesky extortion problem gets first response; Mentions tab added
    We learned earlier this week of a Bluesky extortion issue, emerging after the social network said that it would use domain name ownership as a way to verify the identity of public figures.Bluesky hasn’t fully addressed the issue, but has taken one step toward reducing the problem of scammers impersonating well-known people on the platform … more…
    - 23 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 6:06pm -
  • newReview: Eve Outdoor Cam is a great HomeKit camera with floodlight [save 28% right now]
    Update: Right now, you can .Eve Outdoor Cam is a sleek outdoor video camera for HomeKit, with integrated LED floodlight ideally designed to light up your driveway at night. I’ve been a fan of the for a while, and my experience with the Outdoor Cam is similarly positive. HomeKit cameras are better than ever, thanks to significant user interface upgrades to the Apple Home app in iOS 16.And HomeKit Secure Video support means clips are saved to your iCloud account in an end-to-end encrypt…
    - 24 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 5:48pm -
  • newAI video editing coming to Instagram next year, using text prompts
    AI video editing based on text prompts is coming to Instagram next year, with the company’s head showing off the ability to do things like change your clothing and video background, as well as some funkier stuff like adding animated characters.The company had earlier shown a demo video (below) of completely AI-generated video, stating that it was just a research project, but it seems the first practical application of the tech is arriving sooner than expected … more…
    - 24 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 5:30pm -
  • iPhone 16 is surprisingly the best small phone of 2024 according to MKBHD
    Every year, MKBHD holds its Smartphone Awards, choosing the best smartphones in different categories. For 2024, the YouTuber chose phones for 10 categories, and surprisingly, won an unexpected one – this year’s Best Small Phone. more…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 6:26am -
  • Apple stops signing iOS 18.1.1, blocking downgrade from 18.2
    Apple on Thursday stopped signing iOS 18.1.1, preventing users from downgrading to this version of the operating system if their iPhone or iPad is already running a newer version. The move comes a week after the release of iOS 18.2, which introduced significant new features and improvements. more…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 5:38am -
  • ChatGPT for macOS now works with Apple Notes and more third-party apps
    OpenAI last month announced a major update to the macOS ChatGPT app, which gained the ability to read on-screen content in certain apps. The company is now rolling out an update that expands support for Apple Notes and even more third-party apps. more…
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 5:13am -
  • Here are all the airlines that support the new AirTags feature in iOS 18.2
    With iOS 18.2, Apple supercharged AirTags with a new feature called “Share Item Location.” This feature lets you share the location of a lost AirTag or Find My network accessory with a trusted third party. As part of the launch of Share Item Location, Apple is teaming up with airlines worldwide. Here are all the airlines that support this new feature more…
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 4:09am -
  • Rumor Replay: Apple’s foldable iPad and iPhone are coming, AirTag 2 and more
    This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: Apple’s foldable iPad and iPhone are coming, plus a fresh Magic Mouse approach, and AirTag 2. Here are this week’s Apple rumors. more…
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 2:39am -
  • Foldable iPads, Apple Intelligence blowback, new Apple Music Radio stations
    From now through December 31, save 20% on all 9to5Mac Daily Plus, 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus, and 9to5Mac Pro annual subscriptions with promo code HOLIDAY! Visit 9to5mac.com/join to sign up.Benjamin and Chance react to the recent controversy around AI notification summaries, and how Apple could improve the situation. Also, Benjamin is frustrated with the lack of Apple Music Radio improvements, and the pair discuss the latest rumors about the company’s foldable plans.And in Happy Ho…
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 12:38am -
  • Apple Watch Ultra 3: Three new features are coming next year
    Apple Watch Ultra, outside of a very nice new titanium black, hasn’t been meaningfully upgraded since 2023. But next year that’s going to change when the Apple Watch Ultra 3 arrives. Here are three new features coming to the Apple Watch Ultra 3 in 2025. more…
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 12:17am -
  • Best CarPlay solutions and accessories to gift iPhone users for the holidays
    What do you get the iPhone user who has everything? CarPlay solutions and accessories are a great place to start! These are the best CarPlay related gifts for the holiday season. more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 11:30pm -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: December 18, 2024 – TikTok ban, Vision Pro content
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. 9to5Mac Daily listeners can exclusively save 50%. more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 10:56pm -
  • iOS 18.2 adds two hidden tools for controlling your iPhone’s volume
    iOS 18.2 comes with a lot of new features that are hard to miss, like the Mail redesign, new Image Playground app, and Genmoji. But there are also two new tools hidden inside the Settings app in iOS 18.2: you can add volume controls back to your iPhone’s Lock Screen, and also set maximum volume limits. more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 10:19pm -
  • Deals: M4/Pro MacBook Pro up to $250 off from $1,399, iPad 10 $250, iPhone SSDs, HomeKit gear, more
    Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a pair of return all-time lows on Apple’s most affordable M4 and M4 Pro MacBook Pro configurations. You’re looking at $200 and $250 off, respectively, to mark the return of the best prices ever on the 16GB 14-inch M4 model at $1,399 and the 14-inch 24GB M4 Pro variant at $1,749 – there’s no telling how long these deals might last for. From there we move over to the return of Doorbuster pricing on the black Apple Watch Ultra 2 for Best Buy me…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 10:08pm -
  • M4 Mac mini proves Apple has fixed its biggest mistakes of the past
    Apple’s M4 Mac mini is a surprisingly and wildly successful product. Per our homepage poll, it’s readers’ favorite product of the year—by far. Why is it such a hit? Because it’s the strongest evidence yet that Apple has learned from past mistakes. more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 9:34pm -
  • Apple’s Vision Pro strategy will succeed in creating a two-tier market – TrendForce
    Apple’s Vision Pro strategy of launching a very high-end professional product first, and a more affordable consumer version second, is likely to prove successful in the long-run, predicts market intelligence company TrendForce.The company says that although many have criticized the very high price tag, the device has still captured a respectable 5% of the market, and has created expectations which competitor brands will need to meet … more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 9:01pm -
  • Almost half of developer revenue now comes from subscriptions
    Analytics data suggests that we’re downloading fewer iPhone apps this year than last, but spending significantly more money on them. That’s because almost half of developer revenue now comes from subscriptions.App Store downloads declined slightly in the past 12 months, but the total spend increased dramatically from $73.7B last year to $91.6B this year … more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 7:47pm -
  • Apple Intelligence Chinese launch remains problematic as talks continue
    An Apple Intelligence Chinese launch isn’t looking much closer, as the company continues forced talks with local companies about partnerships.Apple reportedly wanted to use its own generative AI models in China, but that would require government approval which – it has been strongly implied – would not be forthcoming … more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 7:22pm -
  • macOS 15.2 Sequoia backup bug(s) affecting Time Machine, CCC, and more
    One or more backup bugs in macOS 15.2 Sequoia is affecting Apple’s own Time Machine utility, as well as third-party apps SuperDuper and CarbonCopyCloner. Initially the problem appeared to affect bootable backups only, but it now appears that it is either more general than this, or there is more than one bug affecting Mac backups … more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 6:55pm -
  • Call to ban Apple Intelligence summary feature after Luigi Mangione error
    The Apple Intelligence summary feature should be banned after it falsely claimed that Luigi Mangione had shot himself, says Reporters Sans Frontières (RSF).The non-profit body advises the United Nations, Council of Europe, and other governmental agencies on issues relating to journalism and freedom of information … more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 6:09pm -
  • One in five AirTags to be made in Indonesia to resolve iPhone 16 sales ban
    AirTags will be made in Indonesia for the first time, and production will ramp up to 20% of global production over time, according to a new report.The plan is Apple’s way to meet a government requirement for a billion dollar investment in the economy in order to reverse a ban on the sale of iPhones in the country … more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 5:40pm -
  • EU wants Apple to ensure ‘effective interoperability’ of iOS with other platforms
    Apple this year was forced to drastically change how iOS works in the EU due to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) antitrust law, which establishes a series of rules to prevent big techs from engaging in anti-competitive practices. However, it seems that the EU wants even more from Apple, as the European Commission is now demanding that the company ensure the “effective interoperability” of iOS with other platforms. more…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 5:36am -
  • You can now call ChatGPT using your phone line when cellular data is not available
    OpenAI has been announcing a lot of new features and enhancements for ChatGPT in recent days, and the company still has a few more cards up its sleeve. Now OpenAI is introducing an intriguing feature: the ability to call ChatGPT using your phone line without the need for cellular data. more…
    - 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 5:12am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: December 18, 2024 – TikTok ban, Vision Pro content
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. 9to5Mac Daily listeners can exclusively save 50%. more…
    - 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 4:49am -
  • Apple collaborates with NVIDIA to research faster LLM performance
    In a blog post today, Apple engineers have shared new details on a collaboration with NVIDIA to implement faster text generation performance with large language models. Apple published and open sourced its Recurrent Drafter (ReDrafter) technique earlier this year. It represents a new method for generating text with LLMs that is significantly faster and “achieves state of the art performance.” It combines two techniques: beam search (to explore multiple possibilities) and dynamic tree at…
    - 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 3:03am -
  • iOS 18.2 gives Apple Mail its biggest redesign ever, here’s everything new
    iOS 18.2 is a huge release for users. New Apple Intelligence features are a major highlight, but so too is the Mail app, which gets its biggest redesign ever. Here’s everything that’s new. more…
    - 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 2:28am -
  • These are the top 10 Apple TV+ shows coming soon in 2025
    Apple TV+ has been having an especially good year, but the streamer is prepping a big lineup of shows and movies for 2025 too. Here are the top 10 TV shows coming to Apple TV+ soon in early 2025. more…
    - 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 2:18am -
  • AirTag’s worst feature gets fixed forever by this new add-on accessory
    Apple’s AirTag is a fantastic product with a lot of helpful use cases. Its greatest flaw, though, is battery life. Fortunately, there’s a new accessory that makes your AirTag battery last much, much longer. more…
    - 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 1:31am -
  • Bloomberg: Apple scraps plans to offer iPhone hardware subscription service
    Apple is no longer planning to create a “hardware subscription service” to make it as easy as possible to get a new iPhone every year. Bloomberg reports that the goal was “to make owning an iPhone like subscribing to an app,” but the project was “recently wound down.” more…
    - 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 1:03am -
  • macOS 15.3 and more public betas arrive, here’s what’s new
    Apple has debuted the first public beta for a host of forthcoming software updates, including macOS Sequoia 15.3, iPadOS 18.3, tvOS 18.3, and more. Here’s what’s new. more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 11:35pm -
  • iOS 18.3 public beta now available, here’s what to expect
    Apple has released iOS 18.3 public beta 1 today. The new beta offers a preview of the iPhone’s next software update to members of Apple’s beta software program. Here’s what to expect from today’s release. more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 11:35pm -
  • Is TikTok about to get banned in the US? It’s now up to the Supreme Court
    TikTok is running out of options to avert its impending US ban. But one of the only sources of hope left for TikTok has just come through. The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear TikTok’s arguments against the forthcoming ban. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 10:46pm -
  • AirTag just got a new feature in iOS 18.2, here’s how to use it
    iOS 18.2 introduced a new feature for and other items in the Find My app, and it may just save you a lot of stress and trouble the next time you lose something important. more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 10:22pm -
  • Deals: iPhone 15 Pro $349 off, M2 iPad Air $100 off, Find My gear from $28, MagSafe chargers, more
    Our roundup of the best Apple gear deals you can still land in time for the big day has been updated but we have some new deals to scope out today as well. We have the most affordable M2 iPad Air at $100 off, premium renewed iPhone 15 Pro units at $349 off the original price, and Apple’s new M4 iPad Pro Magic Keyboard at up to $114 off. Those offers join the Apple Find My-equipped Ember smart travel mug and Anker wallet tracker cards alongside a host of charging gear and more. Today is also yo…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 10:15pm -
  • Gemini app on iPhone update adds model picker for 2.0 Flash
    Following Android, Google is rolling out an update to the Gemini app on iPhone that lets users select 2.0 Flash Experimental. more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 10:10pm -
  • Astonishing 32TB hard drive uses lasers to heat and cool platters within a nanosecond
    Seagate is finally offering its largest-ever hard drive – a staggering 32TB in a single drive, made possible by tech which uses lasers to heat and cool tiny sections of a platter in a nanosecond … more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 8:47pm -
  • PSA: AirPods Max are missing a key feature on the new USB-C model
    Apple’s AirPods Max update this year wasn’t a full-blown AirPods Max 2, but rather a switch to USB-C and color swap. Unfortunately, the also lost a key feature that was supported by the original. more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 8:46pm -
  • Five last minute Apple gift ideas for your iPhone friends and family
    With Christmas now just a week away, it’s about time to ‘wrap up’ the holiday shopping season. Everyone is in the midst of hurrying to get their last minute gifts sorted. If you haven’t found something for someone special quite yet, here’s some iPhone-centric accessories and Apple gift ideas.My recommendations are the , SwitchBot Wallet Finder card, , a Continuity Camera mount, and the . More details about these picks after the break … more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 7:25pm -
  • Huge growth in AI usage could cause electricity blackouts in US from next year
    Electricity regulators are concerned that the huge growth in AI usage could lead to power blackouts in the US and Canada as early as next year. The prediction was published shortly after the public release of iOS 18.2 brought many more Apple Intelligence features online.Artificial intelligence services like ChatGPT and Apple’s own Private Cloud Compute servers will see data center power usage double in the course of just four years, and power grids will likely struggle to keep up with this…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 7:16pm -
  • Hidden fees banned from hotel and concert apps & websites
    The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has today announced a new rule which will ban apps and websites in the hotel and event industries from using hidden fees to engage in bait-and-switch pricing.The agency found it was common practice for companies to show a misleading price, which was then inflated by hidden costs like booking and resort fees, only revealed during the checkout process … more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 6:43pm -
  • Most popular home internet routers in US may be banned as national security risk
    The most popular home internet router brand in the US may be banned from sale in the country over fears that it represents a threat to national security.Three separate US agencies have opened investigations into TP-Link routers, which account for 65% of the US market, in part because badged versions are supplied to customers by more than 300 ISPs … more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 6:09pm -
  • Leakers clash over iPhone 17 camera layout – triangular versus horizontal
    Two leakers, each with enough of a track record to give them some credibility, are clashing over the iPhone 17 camera layout.The first says that the iPhone 17 Pro will adopt a horizontal layout in a module with a similar shape to the Dynamic Island, while the other says that the design of the camera module is indeed changing but the triangular arrangement remains … more…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 5:39pm -
  • Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses will soon identify songs with Shazam
    Meta this week announced new features coming to its smart glasses designed in partnership with Ray-Ban. will soon gain new AI capabilities as well as integration with Apple’s Shazam to identify songs. more…
    - 4 days ago 18 Dec 24, 5:18am -
  • Threads testing new option to schedule posts, says it’s coming soon
    Meta has been working on a lot of new features for Threads, its microblogging platform, and there’s another one coming soon. The company has now teased a long-awaited option that will let users schedule posts for a later time. more…
    - 4 days ago 18 Dec 24, 4:47am -
  • iOS 18.2 makes Camera Control the killer feature it was always meant to be
    The iPhone 16’s Camera Control feature arrived to mixed reviews, including from me. But iOS 18.2 upgrades the feature in several key ways, making it what it was always meant to be. more…
    - 4 days ago 18 Dec 24, 3:13am -
  • Apple Intelligence isn’t changing lives yet, but just you wait
    Apple Intelligence was first announced this June to much fanfare, and now it’s finally available via iOS 18.1 and iOS 18.2. But at least one early report say it’s not really changing the world. Here’s why that’s not a surprise, and it’s also very much not the last word. more…
    - 4 days ago 18 Dec 24, 2:49am -
  • iOS 18.3: New features, release date, and more
    Apple has officially started beta testing iOS 18.3. The update comes with minor changes for iPhone users. Here’s everything you need to know. more…
    - 4 days ago 18 Dec 24, 2:22am -

Cult of Mac

  • newJosh King’s viral slide-out MagSafe gamepad found a home at OhSnap and looks amazing
    Image: Josh King / OhSnap When 19-year-old Josh King suggested he would single-handedly redefine mobile gaming with his 3D-printed gamepad, drawing a direct line from himself to Steve Jobs, I have to admit I thought it was a bit much!But it’s no longer just a 3D-printed controller. OhSnap, the company behind the excellent magnetic PopSocket alternatives I showed you in October, is now officially turning his design into the coolest looking gamepad attachment I’ve ever…
    - 10 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 7:27am -
  • newApple begins pulling iPhone SE, 14, and 14 Plus from EU
    The iPhone 14 and 14 Plus lack USB-C ports. | Photo by Allison Johnson / The Verge Starting December 28th, all new phones sold in the European Union must have USB-C. And while that deadline is still about a week away, Apple has begun pulling the iPhone SE, iPhone 14, and iPhone 14 Plus — the last models with Apple’s proprietary lightning port — from its Swiss online store. The removal was first spotted by MacRumors, based on a report earlier this month from French…
    - 19 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 10:13pm -
  • newThe MacBook Pro with M4 is matching its record low with $200 off
    The 14-inch MacBook Pro looks just as nicely as it performs. | Photo by Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge In recent years, base MacBook Pro models have felt like an automatic skip. It made more sense to pay just a few hundred more for upgrades that truly justify the “Pro” moniker, or save money by stepping down to a MacBook Air without many sacrifices. But that’s changed as of the M4 model. With the base MacBook Pro with M4 matching its all-time low price of $1,39…
    - 20 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 9:29pm -
  • newWe repaired an iPhone to see if iOS 18 fixes iPhone repair
    Image: Alex Parkin/ The Verge We started making this video with one question in mind: “What makes iPhone repair so difficult?” And immediately the answer was: a lot.I’ve never repaired a phone before, so I was particularly nervous that the first one I was opening was an iPhone. This wasn’t just because I didn’t want to destroy a phone with a mistake but also because I was somewhat familiar with Apple’s reputation with repairability. However, I wanted to test…
    - 20 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 9:15pm -
  • newHow to screen calls on an iPhone
    Illustration by Samar Haddad / The Verge Life’s busy enough without wasting time on calls that are trying to scam you or sell to you. Unfortunately, stats from Hiya show that 28 percent of the calls you get are going to be suspected spam or fraud. On an iPhone, you don’t have the option to have an AI assistant answer calls for you, as you can on Android — at least not yet. But there are ways to screen calls to some extent and cut down on the number of scammers, sel…
    - 20 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 9:00pm -
  • Here are the best iPad deals right now
    Apple’s newest iPad Pro, which features an M4 chip, is on sale starting at $899 right now. | Image: Vjeran Pavic / The Verge While the best iPad deals usually land during major sale events like Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day, many great iPad deals are attainable outside those times. The day-to-day discounts may come and go like changing winds, but there’s often something to be saved, particularly on the more affordable iPads. The most recent iPad Pro and iPad Air a…
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 4:22am -
  • The best phone to buy right now
    The best screens for screen time. | Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge The bad news: flagship phones cost a small fortune these days. The good news: we can help you pick the right one and get the most for your money. Read the full story at The Verge.
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 3:06am -
  • 8 great Apple Arcade games for your iPhone or iPad
    Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge, Getty Images There weren’t many exclusives this year, but Apple’s subscription service still had some notable new releases. Read the full story at The Verge.
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 8:30pm -
  • Apple pushed hard by EU to make iOS and iPadOS more interoperable
    Cath Virginia / The Verge The European Union has published several recommendations for Apple to make iOS and iPadOS more interoperable with competitors following two separate DMA proceedings launched in September, sparking concerns about user privacy from the iPhone maker. On Wednesday, the EU Commission submitted draft recommendations to Apple regarding changes that would make the iOS operating system more compatible with third-party devices like smartwatches, earbuds,…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 5:04pm -
  • Here are the best AirPods deals you can get right now
    If you’re okay with a Lightning connector, you can pick up Apple’s original AirPods Max starting at $399. | Photo by Becca Farsace / The Verge If you know where to look, you can often score discounts on Apple’s ever-expanding AirPods lineup. Both the AirPods 4 and AirPods Max are just starting to receive discounts, for instance, while the third-gen AirPods can often be found at a steep discount. The same goes for the original Max, which are nearly indistinguishable…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 7:54am -

Apple Insider

  • newThird episode of 'Adventure' immersive video series dives onto Apple Vision Pro
    "Ice Dive" takes viewers under the ice in the Arctic as a diver attempts to break a world record, filmed for Apple Vision Pro.'Ice Dive' arrives on Apple Vision ProApple Vision Pro has seen a slow rollout of content built for its unique 180-degree 8K format called immersive video. Series like "Wild Life" and "Prehistoric Planet" have released a few episodes, but at an unpredictable cadence.The latest episode is for the series "Adventure," titled "Ice Dive," takes viewers underwater. But, unlike…
    - 15 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 1:52am -
  • newMoxie robot may be saved by a last-minute open-sourcing effort
    Owners of Embodied's doomed Moxie robot may get a reprieve from the shutdown, thanks to an eleventh-hour open-source attempt to keep the robot running.Moxie the robot - Image credit: EmbodiedEarly in December, it was reported that Embodied, the company behind the child-centric Moxie robot, was shutting down, and would be taking the robot with it. Owners of the $800 robot were informed that it would stop working after the cloud servers get shut down in the future.With Moxie used by parents to hel…
    - 16 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 1:24am -
  • newApple Vision Pro is driving VR use from games to healthcare and productivity
    Despite low sales, the Apple Vision Pro is reportedly shaking up the VR/MR industry and moving the trend of headsets from entertainment to productivity and innovation.Apple Vision ProThe global VR and MR headset market is expected to grow steadily in 2024, with shipments projected to reach 9.6 million units, an 8.8% increase year-over-year, according to a new report by TrendForce. Apple Vision Pro, despite moderate growth, is setting new standards.Launched in 2024, Apple Vision Pro has already c…
    - 18 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 11:07pm -
  • newTikTok nonsense, iPhone 17 rumors, and the Blackmagic Camera on the AppleInsider Podcast
    Maybe we'll see more movies made for Apple Vision Pro now there's a Blackmagic Camera, and maybe we'll see different cameras on the iPhone 17 Slim, but we'll never see the end of Apple nonsense on TikTok.The new Blackmagic Camera for spatial videoThere's also the never-ending and sometimes ever-increasing set of rumors about Apple making folding devices. This time the claim is that we'll see a foldable iPad Pro, but it's definitely not coming soon and co-host Wesley Hilliard has reasons to lower…
    - 19 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 10:09pm -
  • newHow to stop spam calls and reclaim some sanity on your iPhone
    Spam calls are a seemingly endless nuisance with no solution, but there are several ways to get relief built into your iPhone and through services like those provided by Incogni.Stop spam calls with Incogni's robust service. Image credit - IncogniIt's not just you — robo calls, spam calls, telemarketing calls, and scam calls can inundate your call logs, email inbox, voicemail, and Messages app incessantly. Though, there is no need to give up and waste countless hours sifting through the garbag…
    - 19 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 9:58pm -
  • How to change FaceTime audio & video settings for clearer calls
    Apple's iOS 18 enhances FaceTime & calls with advanced audio modes and cinematic video effects for clearer communication. Here's how — and when — to use them.FaceTimeFaceTime and phone calls in iOS 18 include three new audio settings, starting with Standard, the standard microphone mode ideal for everyday use and balanced sound.The second one is Wide Spectrum. It actually includes more of the background noise into the call. Wide Spectrum can make the audio sound more natural, making it the o…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 9:28am -
  • Episode One Projector review: Cheap and compact, with consequences
    Episode One is a small, budget projector that delivers the features you'd expect, but it has weaknesses in brightness and audio.Episode One Projector reviewA small projector simply saves space. They're great to have in dorms, apartments, and other smaller or shared living spaces.The Episode One is made by Formovie, who's been making projectors since 2016. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 7:42am -
  • Amazon's best $249 iPad 10th Generation deal is back
    The all-time best price on Apple's iPad 10th Generation has returned, with an on-page coupon discounting the tablet to $249.99.Apple's iPad 10th Gen returns to all-time best price.Black Friday pricing has returned on Apple's iPad 10th Generation, with the silver colorway dropping to $249.99 at Amazon. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 12:45am -
  • How Apple's smart home revolution begins in 2025
    Apple has a master plan to conquer the smart home, and after years of HomeKit being just a hobby, it all will begin in 2025. Here's what Apple has in mind.Apple is ready to take the smart home seriously starting in 2025The smart home market has been somewhat slow on the uptick while simultaneously changing at a rapid pace. It's led Apple to appear, at least at face value, behind the competition.In the last few years we've seen new standards for connectivity and working across platforms, dozens o…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 10:42pm -
  • Apple-Nvidia collaboration triples speed of AI model production
    Apple's latest machine learning research could make creating models for Apple Intelligence faster, by coming up with a technique to almost triple the rate of generating tokens when using Nvidia GPUs.Training models for machine learning is a processor-intensive taskOne of the problems in creating large language models (LLMs) for tools and apps that offer AI-based functionality, such as Apple Intelligence, is inefficiencies in producing the LLMs in the first place. Training models for machine lear…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 9:29pm -
  • Future MacBook notch may get replaced with removable cameras on a rotating screen
    The FaceTime camera on a MacBook Pro is famously not as good as one on an iPhone, but new research shows Apple is continuing to work on it — and may have decided that the answer involves mounting larger cameras on a rotating display.The notch could be replaced by a protruding camera — but one which could also be repositionedMaybe you don't give the camera notch on the MacBook Pro a second thought. But even if you loathe it, and believe it's taking up screen real estate, the one thing you can…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 9:24pm -
  • Tencent & ByteDance may be Apple Intelligence launch partners in China
    Apple is reportedly in talks with ByteDance and Tencent to integrate their AI models with Apple Intelligence in China, so it can expand the feature set to the lucrative market.Apple Intelligence has a long way to go before launching in ChinaApple is slowly rolling out Apple Intelligence to iPhone, iPad, and Mac, by gradually introducing it into new markets. However, to do so in China, it's seeking assistance from other companies.Apple is said to be in discussions with Tencent and ByteDance, the…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 7:07pm -
  • EU interoperability spat shows Apple and Meta will never agree about privacy
    While Apple is accusing Meta of trying to use EU laws to abuse privacy, Meta is saying Apple is worse. This is just the latest chapter in a long-running fight between the tech giants.Left: Apple CEO Tim Cook. Right: Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg — images credit: Apple and MetaThe latest spat between Apple and Meta, the owner of Facebook, is... pretty much the same as every exchange before. Apple accuses Meta about its privacy record and Meta doesn't exactly deny it, but has a good go at deflecting…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 7:00pm -
  • Apple's Indonesia iPhone 16 ban drama will probably end with $1 billion investment
    Indonesia's president has agreed to a $1 billion deal with Apple that if approved, will build two factories that will ultimately produce 20% of the world's AirTag supply.iPhone 16 & iPhone 16 Plus — still banned in IndonesiaSources familiar with the matter claim that Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto gave his approval to the deal, after apparently getting a brief over the weekend. Also according to the sources, Prabowo is seeking more investments from Apple in the future.Apple has reportedl…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 6:30pm -
  • How to apply Quartz filters in macOS when saving images in Preview
    Core Graphics provides default image filters for quick special effects. Here's how to save image files in Preview for macOS with effects.Use Quartz image filters in macOS's Preview app to apply special effects to images.Apple's Core Graphics (Quartz) 2D imaging subsystem provides a high-performance, consistent API for creating, saving, and manipulating graphics. It's also responsible for drawing most text on Apple platforms (Core Text).Text can be drawn by Quartz using subpixel precision, and an…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 10:59am -
  • Apple says EU interoperability laws pose severe privacy risks
    Apple has published a white paper that backs the European Union's policy of interoperability between rival technology firms, but says the law is open to risky interpretation.EU asks Apple to open up iPhone to competitorsIn a similar move to its March 2024 raising of security concerns about the Digital Markets Act, Apple has published a white paper about the EU's interoperability laws. Interoperability is the requirement that Apple share its technology with rivals, so that they can provide users…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 6:14am -
  • Meta seeking unfettered access to iPhone user data via EU DMA interoperability requests
    On its face, the EU DMA is meant to stop monopolies from abusing their market position, but Meta appears to be abusing this legislation in an attempt to gather unprecedented access to iPhone user data.Meta trying to use the EU DMA to gain access to iPhone user dataMeta, Facebook's parent company, has reportedly filed 15 interoperability requests through the European Union's Digital Market Act (DMA). These requests are meant to provide competitors access to technologies to give them an equal foot…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 5:43am -
  • Elevation Lab has a gadget that gives an AirTag a ten-year battery life
    Elevation Lab's TimeCapsule is a case for AirTag that adds more battery life, extending the time between battery changes to up to ten years.ElevationLab's TimeCapsule AirTag Battery Case - Image credit: ElevationLabApple's AirTag is extremely useful when it comes to tracking down lost or stolen items, with many stories detailing how it's helped reclaim personal property. However, while it's small and handy, its battery life can be a problem.The AirTag uses a CR2032 battery, and that cell lasts f…
    - 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 1:39am -
  • Apple may have cancelled its long-rumored iPhone hardware subscription service
    Apple has reportedly stopped work on a discrete iPhone hardware subscription service, but the goals of the project have been largely accomplished with the iPhone Upgrade Program.Carrying around the new iPhone 16 Pro for the past week or soRumors about an iPhone hardware subscription service solidified in 2022, after a few years of speculation. Reportedly, the prototype of the program applied a monthly charge to customers not dissimilar to App Store payments. Loans are said to be provided by Appl…
    - 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 1:18am -
  • Pick up Apple's M4 iPad Pro for $849 with delivery by Christmas
    Time is running out to pick up an M4 iPad Pro with delivery by Christmas. Both 11-inch and 13-inch models are available at up to $200 off.Save on Apple's iPad Pro before Christmas.Best Buy has the lowest price today on Apple's M4 iPad Pro 11-inch, which is $899 for the general public and $849 for Plus members. Amazon is matching the $899 price, with delivery by Christmas to many locations. The 13-inch model, meanwhile, starts at $1,099 after a $200 discount.11-inch iPad Pro M4 Continue Reading o…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 11:49pm -
  • Steve Jobs' original Macintosh demo site is now rubble
    It was the site of the original Steve Jobs launch of the Mac and it lasted until the time of the M4 Mac mini, but finally the famous Flint Center Apple event site is being demolished.The Flint Center being demolished — image credit: Karl Mondon/Bay Area News GroupIt's famous for being where Steve Jobs unveiled the original Macintosh in 1984. It's famous for staging key Apple Events right up to 2014 and the launch of the Apple Watch.Later, Apple would need larger spaces, and then later still it…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 10:06pm -
  • Best AI app to effortlessly remove background from image on Mac
    Background removal options have often been hit or miss, but Aiarty Image Matting makes the process simple with powerful AI edge detection.Aiarty Image MattingWhether you're crafting ad campaigns, designing custom postcards, enhancing school projects, or simply creating fun social media content, removing image background is often the first step. However, achieving clean, precise results has historically been difficult to achieve with software edge detection.Traditional image matting — the proce…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 8:40pm -
  • US may ban the most popular home router over Chinese security fears
    The Chinese-made TP-Link router used by Amazon, hundreds of ISPs, and 65% of the US market, is facing an investigation that could see it banned by the government.A TP-Link routerUnspecified sources say that the Commerce Department under President Biden has already subpoenaed TP-Link. Between the three Departments, it's possible that TP-Link will be banned at some point in 2025 — which obviously puts it under the Trump administration.If a ban takes place, it is remarkably similar to the Trump a…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 7:58pm -
  • AirPods Max four years later: a missed spatial computing opportunity
    At four years old, AirPods Max feel like a stagnant product that should be so much more, but the premium sound and Apple ecosystem features keep them from going completely stale.AirPods Max review: missing out on the latest techDecember 15, 2020 was a lifetime ago in reality and in technology. The AirPods Max were revealed shortly after the iPhone 12 lineup, when the Lightning port was still going strong and Apple Intelligence was a twinkle in Tim Cook's eye.As is usual, rumors began pouring out…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 7:05pm -
  • Apple is already working on visionOS 3.0 and visionOS 2.4
    Following the release of the visionOS 2.3 developer beta on Monday, we now have evidence that Apple is already working on the next major versions of the Apple Vision Pro operating system.Apple is already working on visionOS 3.0, according to references accidentally left in sample documentation.visionOS is the operating system for the Apple Vision Pro. The device is Apple's first attempt at a virtual reality headset, with the company's CEO Tim Cook calling it an "early adopter product." Following…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 6:55pm -
  • iPhone 17 camera layout may not radically change after all
    A new leak claims that recent rumors of at least one iPhone 17 model switching to a horizontal row of cameras, are wrong.Close up on the iPhone's familiar camera triangleThe original rumor came from two sources that both claimed knowledge of a horizontal camera bar being introduced for at least one of the iPhone 17 models. It was suspected that the model would be the expected iPhone 17 Slim, whose thinner size is believed to be presenting engineering challenges.According to leaker "Instant Digit…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 6:36pm -
  • Satechi 6-in-1 Slim USB-C Adapter review: Few ports, fewer complaints
    The Satechi 6-in-1 Slim USB-C adapter is small enough to fit in the pocket but provides enough connectivity to support your day-to-day needs.Satechi 6-in-1 Slim USB-C Adapter reviewAfter upgrading from an iPhone 14 to an iPhone 16 this fall, all my devices now support USB-C connections for charging and data transfer. This is also the reality for many other Apple consumers, and that's where the value of a small USB-C adapter shows itself.Satechi has been making USB-C and Thunderbolt docks and ada…
    - 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 9:30am -
  • How Apple Watch will bring healther nights to Brazil with sleep apnea detection
    Apple Watch users everywhere, now including Brazil, can catch early signs of sleep apnea and take steps toward healthier sleep. Here's how it works.Sleep apnea monitoring comes to Brazilian Apple Watch usersApple's push to make the Watch a tool for preventive healthcare continues with the rollout of sleep apnea monitoring. Brazil celebrates its approval from Agencia Nacional de Vigilancia Sanitaria (ANVISA), while the feature is already available in over 150 countries, including the US, Japan, a…
    - 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 11:24pm -
  • TikTok videos claim anyone can steal your credit cards with AirDrop
    Before you start panicking: no, people can't steal your credit cards via AirDrop.Contact sharing via the iPhoneYet another TikTok conspiracy video surrounding the iPhone has taken off. This time, the rumor warns users that AirDrop could be used to give anyone unrestricted access to "everything" stored within your iPhone — including anything stored within Apple Wallet.It's unclear what the source of the rumor is, but creators like @vanessaromito13 are directing users to head to settings to disa…
    - 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 9:53pm -
  • This M4 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro with 128GB RAM is $200 off with delivery by Christmas
    A loaded 16-inch MacBook Pro with Apple's top-of-the-line M4 Max chip is $200 off and in stock now, with delivery by Christmas.Save triple digits on a loaded 16-inch MacBook Pro.To pick up the premium Late 2024 16-inch MacBook Pro configuration, head over to Adorama.com and enter promo code APINSIDER during Step 4 of checkout.Use code APINSIDER Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 8:30pm -
  • No, iOS Photos isn't telling you who last looked at your messages
    A TikTok trend makes an astounding claim that the iOS Photos widget displays who is reading your messages and may be looking back at your photos, and it is not based in reality at all.Photos widgets in iOS 18.2Social media users often make posts about Apple products and features, either to teach followers or to warn them of potential issues. Sometimes, these involve claims that are just false.One new trend is to accuse Apple of spying on users, in a way that doesn't make sense for a variety of r…
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  • macOS Sequoia 15.2 isn't allowing third-party utilities to make bootable backups
    The developer of SuperDuper! says what they think is a bug in macOS Sequoia 15.2 has inadvertently broken how the app can create bootable backups — however, it may not be accidental at all.SuperDuper! app icon amidst hard drives and a Mac keyboardIt's some years since Apple took steps to at least make it harder for people to start up their Macs using external drives. That was a privacy issue, a security issue, and a bit of a pain for anyone who remembers Mac drives failing.Now according to dev…
    - 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 7:17pm -
  • Apple accused of covering up war crimes by willfully using Congo conflict minerals
    Apple has been formally accused by Congo of covering up war crimes by using conflict minerals in its supply chain, and criminal complaints have been filed in France and Belgium.Apple has been asked to verify that it doesn't use "conflict minerals" in the iPhoneApple and at least most Big Tech manufacturers have long been accused of sourcing tin, tungsten, and tantalum — the 3T materials — from regions where that means funding violent groups. And now, Apple has picked up two criminal complain…
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  • How to enable parental controls on macOS Sequoia
    Keeping your kids safe online might seem scary, but it's simple with Mac. Learn how to set up parental controls for your child's Mac in macOS Sequoia.How to enable parental controls on macOS SequoiaRaising kids today can be tough, especially when you realize you need to protect them just as much online as you do in the real world. After all, you want to ensure your child is familiar with technology that they'll be expected to use for school, for future jobs, and to participate in society.However…
    - 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 9:34am -
  • Apple's M4 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro has returned to its best $1,749 Black Friday price
    The newly released M4 Pro MacBook Pro 14-inch is back to its record low price of $1,749, with units in stock with free next day shipping. This deal was last seen on Black Friday and limited supply is available.Black Friday has return on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 Pro - Image credit: AppleThe $250 price cut on the standard M4 Pro MacBook Pro 14-inch knocks the price down to the previous record low of $1,749. Equipped with a 12-core CPU, 16-core GPU, 24GB unified memory and 512GB of storage, t…
    - 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 8:29am -
  • Blackmagic's new camera for Apple Vision Pro content has a hefty $29,995 price tag
    The Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive camera for Apple Vision Pro content was made available for pre-order, with shipments to customers expected in early 2025. Here's what it can do, and who it's for.The Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive camera is available for pre-order.Originally announced in June 2024, the device was hailed as an end-to-end workflow for the Apple Immersive Video format used by the Apple Vision Pro headset. Apple Immersive Video combines 8K 3D video with a 180-degree field of view a…
    - 5 days ago 17 Dec 24, 4:30am -
  • macOS Sequoia 15.3 beta makes Genmoji available on Mac
    The latest developer beta of macOS Sequoia introduces support for Genmoji, following the feature's debut on iPhone and iPad. Here's what you need to know.macOS Sequoia 15.3 introduces support for Genmoji.On Monday, Apple released the first developer beta of macOS Sequoia 15.3. While the software update contains few visible changes, it does include one noteworthy addition — support for so-called Genmoji. Originally introduced with iOS 18.2, Genmoji are unique emoticons created by users and gene…
    - 5 days ago 17 Dec 24, 1:47am -
  • Supply chain rumor suggests OLED iPad mini in 2026, foldable iPad Pro in 2027
    A new supply chain analyst report suggests that Apple will begin converting its existing iPad lineup to OLED as soon as 2026, with a new folding tablet coming shortly after.iPad ProThe report, which comes courtesy of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), suggests that Apple will introduce an 8.5-inch OLED iPad mini in 2026. This isn't the first time that DSCC has suggested it, either, as DSCC CEO Ross Young had taken this stance in October 2024.DSCC suspects that Apple will upgrade both the 1…
    - 5 days ago 17 Dec 24, 12:30am -
  • Price war: Apple's 1TB M4 Pro MacBook Pro falls to $1,979
    A holiday price war has erupted on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M4 Pro chip and a bump up to 1TB of storage. Save $220 on the laptop, plus grab bonus savings on AppleCare.Grab this 1TB MacBook Pro for $1,979 during holiday price war.We're tracking a new price drop on Apple's M4 Pro MacBook Pro 14-inch, with the 1TB model in Space Black dipping to $1,979* with promo code APINSIDER at Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama.com. This is a result of a price war with B&H, which has the same configu…
    - 5 days ago 17 Dec 24, 12:06am -
  • Apple restarts the developer beta process with iOS 18.3, macOS 15.3
    Fresh from its latest operating system releases, Apple has moved on to a new generation of developer betas, providing the first builds of iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, macOS 15.3, tvOS 18.3, watchOS 11.3, and visionOS 2.3.Examples of Apple Intelligence at work. Apple released iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, macOS 15.2, tvOS 18.2, watchOS 11.2, and visionOS 2.2 on December 11, bringing an end to the last cycle of beta testing. Now, Apple has moved on to a fresh new batch.The first iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3 develo…
    - 5 days ago 17 Dec 24, 12:01am -
  • Apple Intelligence isn't hugely important, says an iPhone user survey done too early
    The addition of AI features like Apple Intelligence are not impressive to consumers, a survey of Apple and Samsung smartphone owners claims, but the timing of the survey may have skewed the results.Image Playground, which survey respondents wouldn't have usedApple Intelligence is Apple's main feature set in iOS 18, but it's not the only company to include AI features in its devices. Other smartphone producers, including Google and Samsung, offer their own takes on the AI concept, with similar im…
    - 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 11:11pm -
  • Undisclosed HomeKit flaw used by Cellebrite to attack Serbian journalists
    Apple's HomeKit is under scrutiny, as Serbian authorities are suspected of exploiting it to install Pegasus spyware without any user interaction at all.MalwareReported by Amnesty International, at the center of the spyware campaign are two tools — the infamous Pegasus spyware and a locally developed system called NoviSpy. Pegasus, created by Israel's NSO Group, is powerful.While Serbia's use of spyware tools has gained recent attention, Pegasus has been deployed globally. Governments and organ…
    - 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 11:00pm -
  • 'Silo' renewed for two more seasons as series finale looms
    Apple has chosen to renew its post-apocalyptic drama "Silo" for two more seasons, but the series will end in season 4.Image Credit: Apple TV+In 2021, Apple put out a series order for "Silo," then dubbed "Wool." Now, just under three years later, Apple TV+ has decided to end the series without giving the cast and crew a chance to finish the story.On Monday, Apple announced, "Silo" has been picked up for season three and four, which will allow the series to conclude in its fourth year. That's cons…
    - 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 8:49pm -
  • New Aqara devices leak, Apple's smart home progress continues, & more on HomeKit Insider
    On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, your hosts break down the latest Apple smart home news and several leaked devices ahead of CES 2025.HomeKit Insider PodcastApple continues its work on new smart home devices with several rumors coming out this week. This includes work on its new custom in-house wireless chips.They're reported to launch in the first devices in 2025, including Apple's new smart home devices. Creating these chips themselves may result in better device-to-device commun…
    - 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 8:01pm -
  • How to remove your personal information from the internet in 2025 with Incogni
    A key aspect of staying safe online is minimizing your digital footprint, and while tools like Surfshark VPN can help, take it a step further by bringing the fight to data collectors with Incogni.Remove your personal information from the internet - Image credit: IncogniThere are companies that exist with the sole purpose of buying personal data online in massive hauls. The data can be used for legitimate purposes like training ad targeting, but it can also be used by bad actors seeking to commit…
    - 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 7:24pm -
  • Sonos Sub 4 review: A minor update helps future proof the high-end subwoofer
    Sonos didn't change its iconic look when it introduced the new Sub 4, but its minor tweaks help ensure the powerful subwoofer remains at top form for years to come.Sonos Sub 4 review: A new top contenderThe new flagship subwoofer from Sonos debuted in November, 2024 alongside the Arc Ultra. They're easy companions for one another, though they don't have to be paired together.You can use the Arc Ultra on its own — which we recently reviewed — and the Sub 4 can be paired with various models in…
    - 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 6:24pm -
  • Analysis: Apple not likely to enter the foldable market before 2027
    Despite a seeming lack of consumer interest, Apple continues to plow ahead in researching future foldable iPhones, iPads, and Macs that could see the light of day as soon as late 2026.If Apple can develop a durable folding iPhone, it could take that market mainstream.Although it has not publicly commented on future foldable products, Apple has quietly explored the possibilities of such products for years. Thus far, it has been content to let others try first, though none of the early entrants i…
    - 6 days ago 16 Dec 24, 3:44am -
  • This 14-inch MacBook Pro just fell to $1,299, an all-time low price
    In an exclusive holiday blowout deal, Apple Authorized Reseller B&H has dropped the price of a closeout M3 MacBook Pro 14-inch to just $1,299 when equipped with 16GB RAM.Get a 14-inch MacBook Pro for $1,299 just in time for the holidays.Save $500 on the M3 14-inch MacBook Pro with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage when you shop through the special pricing links in this post* from a laptop or desktop computer.Buy for $1,299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 6 days ago 15 Dec 24, 6:42am -
  • Grab Apple's M3 15-inch MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 1TB for $1,699 ($200 off)
    Packed with upgrades, Apple's M3 15-inch MacBook Air is $200 off and eligible for free 2-day shipping for easy holiday gift-giving.Grab an exclusive discount on this M3 MacBook Air.This 2024 15-inch MacBook Air in the elegant Midnight colorway features an upgrade to 24GB of unified memory and 1TB of storage. Best of all, it's discounted to $1,699 when you shop at B&H Photo using the exclusive pricing links in this post on a laptop or desktop.Get the MacBook Air deal Continue Reading on AppleInsi…
    - 10 days ago 12 Dec 24, 3:29am -
  • Holiday coupon: save up to $300 on every 14" & 16" MacBook Pro M4
    A holiday discount code knocks up to $300 off every single 2024 MacBook Pro equipped with Apple's M4, M4 Pro or M4 Max chip. Learn more about how you can save on your next laptop purchase.Save up to $300 on every M4 MacBook Pro model.Apple's latest MacBook Pro comes in a variety of configurations — and price points — but AppleInsider readers can save on every set of specs with promo code APINSIDER at Apple Authorized Retailer Adorama.Use code APINSIDER Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Disc…
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MacWorld

  • newHere’s how you can ditch iCloud Drive for good—with FolderFort
    MacworldYou might think iCloud is the easiest cloud storage solution to rid your iPhone or MacBook of low-storage notifications for good. But think about how much you’ve spent on iCloud to date. Is it a couple hundred? Yikes.Instead of paying a recurring fee for the rest of your life, hop on this deal that gives you 1TB of lifetime cloud storage for only $59.97 (reg. $251) for one more day. This is the lowest the price has ever been, so grab it while you can!You’ll be able to…
    - 4 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 1:30pm -
  • newM4 MacBook Pro drops to best price for the last time this year
    MacworldIt’s the last chance to get your hands on a new M4 MacBook Pro this year, and it’s the best time to do it because it’s down $200, for a total price of $1,399 over at Amazon, matching its best price so far. This is the powerful M4 model we’re talking about with 16GB of RAM, so it’s truly a geat deal.The 14-inch MacBook Pro went from “meh” to marvelous, we wrote in our 4.5-star review. The laptop got a near-perfect score from us, with our main praise being the bump…
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  • newiPhone SE 4: Everything you need to know about Apple’s next budget phone
    MacworldApple updated its entry-level iPhone in March 2022, adding a few nips and tucks here and there along with a quiet price increase. It kept the “iPhone 8” design with its Home button and small form factor that appeals to some, but the aging design and minimal upgrades meant the new iPhone SE was coolly received by the masses.The iPhone SE is in desperate need of a big upgrade, and it looks like it will get one in the spring of 2025.iPhone SE 4 release date: When will the…
    - 17 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 12:19am -
  • newBest iPad for kids 2024-2025: To go cheap or small, that is the question
    MacworldKids love iPads. The simplicity of tapping on the screen when they want things to happen means they can learn to use them in seconds, but there’s plenty that Apple’s tablets can do. Whether it’s educational games, entertainment apps, using them to create art with an Apple Pencil or just something to stop them getting bored on car journeys, iPads can be a godsend.Choosing the right one can feel a bit daunting. After all, don’t they all do the same things? What’s the d…
    - 19 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 10:36pm -
  • newGet an unlocked iPhone 15 for over $300 off in this blowout sale
    MacworldFinding an unlocked iPhone for less than Apple’s listed price is a rare thing unless it’s refurbished or otherwise used. But we found one today: Amazon’s Woot is selling an unlocked iPhone 15 in black for $580 (128GB), $610 (256GB), and $695 (512GB), a savings of $149, $189, and $304, respectively.This iPhone 15 isn’t sold by Apple but is promised to be in “Pristine” condition having “never been in customer hands.” Woot says the phone “will arrive with a test…
    - 20 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 9:06pm -
  • newBest Mac 2024-2025: Every Apple Mac and MacBook compared
    MacworldIf you’re wondering which Mac to buy, you’ve come to the right place. In our Mac buying guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, iMac, Mac Pro, and Mac Studio, with expert buying advice to help you choose the machine (and configuration) that’s right for you.Apple makes six different types of Mac: MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, iMac, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro, but within each of those categories there are variations…
    - 21 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 7:50pm -
  • newWrap up your shopping with these low-price gift cards for Apple fans
    MacworldIf you haven’t checked the calendar lately, the holidays are nearly upon us, and if you haven’t gotten around to getting something for the Apple fans in your life, we have the perfect solution: an eGift card. You don’t have to spend a lot, you’ll get it immediately, and your recipient will love it.Of course, you’ll want to get them a card they can use to buy one of their favorite Apple devices, and there are several great options. The most obvious is an Apple Store g…
    - 22 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 7:07pm -
  • newBest Apple Watch: Which Apple Watch to buy in 2024-2025
    MacworldApple released only one new Apple Watch in 2024: the Apple Watch Series 10. It offers a refined design and a few modest upgrades over the Series 9. Apple did not update the Ultra 2, and instead just added a new color option. You can also still buy the Apple Watch SE from 2022. In this guide, we will help you decide which Apple Watch is best for you. We’ll compare the features, specs and price as well as offer advice on choosing cases, colors, and straps in our Apple Watch co…
    - 23 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 6:34pm -
  • Apple has big plans for the smart home in 2025
    MacworldApple has big plans for the smart home in 2025. Having long struggled with limited device support and complex standards, the company wants to move forward with simplified platforms, deeper device integration and improved software. This change in strategy is intended to strengthen the Apple ecosystem and make it competitive at a time when the larger industry is resting its hopes on Matter and Thread to restart a faltering market.In this article we outline Apple’s smart home s…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 4:45pm -
  • The everything gift guide for iPhone users
    MacworldWhen they already have the best phone on the planet, what do you buy an iPhone user? We’re here to help you select the best iPhone gifts available—perfect gifts for Christmas, birthdays, Fathers Day, Mothers Day, anniversaries, and when you are just feeling generous.If not a brand new iPhone (check out our iPhone Buying Guide if your budget stretches that far), then how about one of the many available iPhone accessories? Throughout the year we have tested and reviewed the…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 4:00pm -
  • 5 exciting products that will shape Apple’s 2025–and beyond
    MacworldApple has had a jam-packed 2024. From kickstarting its spatial computing era with the Vision Pro to finally embracing AI on its platforms—the firm has laid some solid groundwork that could reshape the tech industry in the coming years. Nevertheless, the iPhone maker still has some tricks up its sleeve. If the rumors turn out to be accurate, Apple will launch several exciting products next year, and we’ve got our eyes set on a few of them.HomePadPerhaps the most thrilli…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 4:00pm -
  • Best AirTag key rings, luggage tags, wallets & accessories
    MacworldHere at Macworld we’re extremely fond of Apple’s AirTag, which we consider by far the best Bluetooth tracker for an iPhone or Mac user. However, one complaint raised in our AirTag review was that it doesn’t have an attachment hole, which means you’re forced in most situations to buy an accessory to put it in.Want to attach it to your keys? You need to buy a special key ring. Want to attach it to your luggage? Special luggage label. An ecosystem has quickly sprung up of…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 3:30pm -
  • OWC Envoy Ultra review: Super-fast Thunderbolt 5 storage for your new M4 Pro/Max Mac
    MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsSuper fast 6GBps reading, 5GBps writing via Thunderbolt 5Rugged and weatherproofHandsome designA bargain compared to Apple internal SSD upgradesConsExpensive compared to Thunderbolt 3/USBRequires an M4 Pro/Max Mac for full 80Gbps performanceLimited compatibility with older hardware and software.Our Verdict We love that the new Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD from OWC is almost as fast as Apple’s internal storage,…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 2:30pm -
  • M4 Ultra Mac Pro: Everything you need to know
    MacworldApple last updated the Mac Pro in 2023 when it was the last Mac to be outfitted with an M-series chip–three years after Apple started to use its own silicon in Macs. The Mac Pro may be on a longer update cycle than the other Macs because it’s an expensive machine with features that address the needs of a niche audience.But if you’re part of that audience, you’ll want to know when the next model will arrive, so we’ll be tracking the news and rumors about the Mac Pro.…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 2:04pm -
  • Wish you had Apple Intelligence? Just download this
    MacworldJealous of those fancy new Macs with their “Apple Intelligence” that magically enhances photos and videos? Well, you don’t need to upgrade your perfectly good Mac just to get in on the AI action. This photo and video enhancer adds the same capabilities to your machine—no Apple Store visit required. Just pay $35.99 for a lifetime download (reg. $119).VideoProc’s AI-powered video enhancer is like having a whole team of editors at your fingertips. It lets you edit, conv…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 1:30pm -
  • That’s not an AirTag! That’s… cooler? Check out this Cyber Week deal
    MacworldPicture your beloved AirTag, but so flat it actually fits in your wallet. Yup, no awkward bulge in your pocket to keep track of your cards and cash—just this wallet tracker in the shape of a credit card.Bold claim: These KeySmart SmartCards might be better than the AirTag. They work with Apple’s Find My app, are Qi-wireless rechargeable, and are almost the same price during Cyber Week! Get this AirTag alternative for only $29.97 with free shipping through December 8 (reg.…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 1:30pm -
  • Best MacBook 2024-2025: Which MacBook should you buy?
    MacworldWondering which type of MacBook to buy? This buying guide will help you decide which Apple laptop is best for you.Apple makes two types of laptops, the MacBook Air and the MacBook Pro. Within those two categories of Mac is a wide range of capabilities, the gap between the entry-level MacBook Air and the high-end 16-inch MacBook Pro is vast, but even within the MacBook Pro category you will find huge differences. We have more information on the differences between the MacBook A…
    - 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 10:42am -
  • The 10th-gen iPad’s incredible Black Friday pricing has returned
    MacworldWe know it’s the giving season, but sometimes it’s nice to get a little for ourselves. Like today’s deal: Amazon is selling the 10th-gen iPad for $250 when you click the coupon box, a cool $100 off its already-low MSRP and matching its amazing Black Friday pricing.The 10th gen iPad features Apple’s A14 chip with a pair of 12MP cameras, a stunning all-screen design, and Apple Pencil support. The 10.9-inch tablet has 64GB of storage space, but you can get the 256GB model…
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 1:09am -
  • 11th-gen iPad: Everything you need to know about the 2025 refresh
    MacworldAfter skipping all of 2023, Apple updated its entire lineup of iPads in 2024 save one: the 10th-gen model. While it did get an aggressive price cut to $349/£329, Apple opted to leave its cheapest tablet with the same specs it’s had since its 2022 launch. But it shouldn’t be much longer until it gets an update: Here’s what we know so far. When will the 11th-gen iPad be released?Apple once had a steady release schedule for its cheapest iPad alongside the latest iPhon…
    - 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 12:26am -
  • Best iPad 2024-2025: Complete and updated guide to which iPad to buy
    MacworldWhich iPad should you buy? There are a lot of choices and it can be confusing. There are four different varieties of iPad, listed below, and each is available with or without cellular (including 5G on certain models), which costs extra. That’s before we get into storage capacity, colors, and second-hand alternatives.Our in-depth buying guide assesses the whole range of iPads sold by Apple and explores all the factors that should influence your iPad buying decision such as va…
    - 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 11:05pm -