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Wednesday May 29

14:21
Apple Music launches special playlist to promote...

We’re less than two weeks away from WWDC 2024, another edition of Apple’s annual conference for developers. And although the main focus of the event is software, Apple has just launched a special playlist on Apple Music to promote WWDC 2024 with summer songs.

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12:30
Report: Apple working on bringing Apple TV app to...

Apple is finally bringing the Apple TV app to Android phones and tablets, as reported by Bloomberg. The company is in the process of hiring engineers to help lead the effort and build out the software. Previously, the company has made an app for the Android smart TV platform, but not Android itself.

Until now, the go-to answer for what should Android phone users do if they want to watch Apple TV+ shows, or enjoy MLS Season Pass, was to use the web experience at tv.apple.com. But obviously, a native app is much more compelling and could support features like offline downloads.

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12:20
Apple Signals That It's Working on TV+ App for...

Apple is seeking a senior engineer to help build a television and sports app for Android, a sign the company is finally bringing its TV+ service to the rival smartphone platform. From a report: In a job listing published in recent days, Apple said it's looking for someone to lead the development of "fun new features" and "help build an application used by millions to watch and discover TV and sports." The move suggests that the company is looking to gain market share in video streaming -- and is setting aside its rivalry with Android in order to chase additional users. It's rare for Apple to develop software for Google's Android, which competes with its iOS platform. The TV+ service, launched in 2019, is Apple's answer to Netflix or Disney+, and the company has spent heavily on feeding it with original content.

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11:22
Apple touts the power of M4 iPad Pro with a trio of...

Apple is out with its latest ad for the and Apple Pencil Pro. The new spot features three different animators’ takes on the same green screen footage in a side-by-side video. Check it out below.

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10:53
Little Snitch 6.0

Major new release for network traffic management utility brings a bevy of new features. ($59 new, free update, 36.1 MB, macOS 14+)

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10:48
Parallels Desktop 19.4

Badges app icons in macOS Spotlight search results for easier identification. ($99.99 Standard Edition, free update for version 19 licenses, macOS 10.14.6+)

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10:44
Pixelmator Pro 3.6

Brings numerous masking enhancements to the image editor

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10:42
Mellel 6.0.4

Bug fix update for the word processor. ($69.99 new, free update, 93.8 MB, macOS 10.13+)

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09:58
You can save over $200 on a pair of AirPods Max at...

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The AirPods Max are easily among the best-sounding high-end Bluetooth headphones you can buy. We even reviewed them a while back, giving them 4/5 stars. The main reason they didn’t get more stars was the price, as we believe they are wildly expensive.

This refurbished pair, however, can end up saving you over $200....

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09:53
Apple News Gains 60% Users in Last 4 Years, 3-4...

Apple News Gains 60% Users in Last 4 Years, 3-4 Times Compared to Major Publishers Like NYT

Apple News is emerging as an important channel for news platforms struggling to monetize their work, according to a new report. The service, available on iPhones and other Apple devices, offers subscriptions for $12.99 per month or as part of a bundled Apple One package. The report shows a big rise in Apple News adoption […]

This post Apple News Gains 60% Users in Last 4 Years, 3-4 Times Compared to Major Publishers Like NYT appeared first on The Mac Observer

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09:00
Kino is a pro video capture app with a UX worthy of...

You probably know Halide, the pro camera app for iPhone. Who makes the Halide of video apps though? Turns out, it’s the makers of Halide themselves. Lux, the studio behind Halide, is launching their first pro video app for iPhone, called Kino. It’s a joy to use, with a design and user experience that matches the quality of the iPhone hardware.

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08:55
M3 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro $350 off, AirPods Pro 2...

Your mid-week lineup of the best deals on Apple gear joins ongoing offers on the new M2 iPad Air and the M4 iPad Pro. First up, Apple’s 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro now up to $350 off in various configurations. Next, we have AirPods Pro 2 with the USB-C MagSafe case at one of the best prices of the year with a Geek Squad certification joining up to 44% off Apple’s iPhone 15 Silicone cases and a big-time deal on Level’s Apple Home Key Smart Lock+. Everything is waiting...

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08:41
New M2 iPad Air or old iPad Pro, which is the better...

As tech has matured over the years, every yearly update is more nuanced. The differences and upgrades are very incremental for most products today. So, the question of “Should you buy the budget version of something new or the old version of something premium?” is getting harder to answer. The current iPad lineup, specifically the new M2 iPad Air, is a great example of this. Should you buy a brand new M2 iPad Air or find a ? Let’s see if we can answer this.

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08:39
Apple News+ subscriptions growing 4x faster than...

After a report on what Apple users do with their old iPads, analytics firm CIRP has released a study about how Apple News+ subscriptions in the US are growing compared to major publishers like the NYT, WSJ, and WP. Here’s what CIRP found.

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08:07
MKBHD shares behind-the-scenes look at Apple’s...

Ever wonder how Apple tests its iPhones for dust, water, drop protection, and more? Apple invited MKBHD to check out its special laboratories with custom machines for durability testing as well as talk with Apple’s chief of hardware John Ternus. Check out the fascinating Apple lab footage to see how it all works.

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07:38
Apple Begins iPhone 16 Display Production, Pro Max...

Apple Begins iPhone 16 Display Production, Pro Max Delayed

With the new line of iPhones just a few months away, Apple is already putting the necessary pieces together. The Cupertino giant has reportedly approved the mass production of displays for most of the upcoming iPhone 16 variants. According to the South Korean publication The Elec, Apple has given its three main suppliers – Samsung, […]

This post Apple Begins iPhone 16 Display Production, Pro Max Delayed appeared first on The Mac Observer

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07:25
Tested: Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 15 over-...

The Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 15 is the latest iteration of a product the company has been offering for around a decade now.

The battery case claims to extend the battery life of an iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, or iPhone 15 Pro Max by 50% – but in my testing, did better than that …

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07:02
Apple’s artificial intelligence servers will use ‘...

At WWDC, Apple will unveil its AI strategy as part of iOS 18 and its other operating system announcements. As previously reported by Bloomberg and others, the company plans to exploit a combination of on-device and server processing.

However, processing of user data on Apple’s server infrastructures raises privacy concerns, especially when Apple has been touting on-device approach for so many years. Today, The Information explains Apple has what it thinks is a solution to provide rich AI processing abilities in its cloud while maintaining strict privacy standards.

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07:00
Beats Solo Buds launching on June 18 with 18-hour...

Alongside the launch of the last month, Apple’s Beats brand also announced a very intriguing new Beats Solo Buds product. The company has now confirmed that Beats Solo Buds, with their remarkable 18 hours of battery life, will be available for order on June 18 for $79.99 and launch on June 20.

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06:59
Carrot Weather gets major update with new look, line...

Carrot Weather 6.0 is here with a range of new features and improvements. The default new design features a “garden that grows over time,” line charts have arrived for hourly and daily forecasts, weather news is integrated from around the world, and more.

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06:23
Parts pairing banned by Colorado as well as Oregon,...

The controversial practice of parts pairing has been banned in right to repair legislation in Colorado, following a similar ban in Oregon back in March.

Apple has come under fire on a number of fronts for the practice, which can make it difficult or even impossible to carry out repairs using parts cannibalised from scrapped devices …

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06:20
Screen record on Mac: Tips and tricks from basics to...

Capturing a screen recording on your Mac is valuable for a variety of scenarios. There are handy third-party apps to help with this, but Apple offers a free built-in option with macOS. Follow along for several ways to screen record on Mac.

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06:08
Will there be a Ted Lasso season four on Apple TV+?...

Will there be a fourth season of Ted Lasso? As we approach the one-year anniversary of the season three finale, we still don’t have a definitive answer on whether the final episode was also the series finale.

However, Nick Mohammed, the actor who portrays Nate, just dropped a tease that would be too cruel if it were a red herring. While promoting the , the actor appears to suggest there’s more story to tell.

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06:03
Watch the trailer for Wolfs, the new Apple original...

Apple today unveils the trailer for its next big cinema release, Wolfs starring Brad Pitt and George Clooney. The (intentionally awkward grammatically spelled) Wolfs sees the duo in an action comedy where two professional fixers are assigned to the same job.

The pair are forced to work together in a series of events that neither expected. The film is hitting theaters on September 20, and will later stream exclusively on Apple TV+. Watch the trailer below …

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05:45
There’s a new AirPods Pro firmware update that’s...

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While we wait for Apple to unveil all the new features for iPhones and AirPods in iOS 18, Apple hasn’t stopped pushing out smaller updates to its current software. Last week we got iOS 17.5.1 and this week there’s a new AirPods Pro firmware update.

As usual, we don’t know exactly what the update does, only that it includes “bug fixes and other improvements” and it’s important enough to release two weeks before...

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05:39
WWDC 24 Schedule Highlights: Keynote, Labs, and More

WWDC 24 Schedule Highlights: Keynote, Labs, and More

Apple is preparing for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024. WWDC 2024 is set to kick off on June 10 and will start with the main keynote, followed by developer sessions, labs, and more. This highly anticipated annual event will take place both virtually and at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. The keynote, scheduled […]

This post WWDC 24 Schedule Highlights: Keynote, Labs, and More appeared first on The Mac Observer

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05:36
Internet Archive, aka the Wayback Machine, is under...

The Internet Archive, best known for its Wayback Machine, says that it has been under a sustained distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack for several days. The non-profit says that it is in contact with the attackers, though their motivation is as yet unclear …

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05:09
Next Apple antitrust battle set to be in India;...

It looks like the next Apple antitrust battle will take place in India, as the country prepares its own competition law, which is closely modelled on Europe’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). We learned last week that Japan is also close to implementing its own version of the DMA.

It’s the DMA which has required Apple to permit third-party App Stores, as well as give iPhone users a proactive choice of web browser …

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04:42
Apple Store TRX – a spectacular tiered pyramid –...

The Apple Store TRX, the company’s first ever retail store in Malaysia, has been one of the worst-kept secrets in Kuala Lumpur – but is now finally official.

Apple has revealed that the store opens at 10am on June 22, and is offering wallpaper to celebrate the funky design …

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04:17
First hybrid Porsche 911 seemingly won’t offer next-...

Plans for the rollout of the next-gen CarPlay don’t seem to be going too well. Despite Porsche being announced as one of the first companies in line to support it, the company has implied that its first hybrid Porsche 911 won’t include it.

The German sports car maker says that the $164k 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS will see CarPlay “integrated more deeply into the vehicle,” but went on to imply that this doesn’t mean it will be the next-generation experience Apple first announced almost two years ago …

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04:15
Logitech Wave Keys review: A nod to vintage Apple...

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At a glanceExpert's Rating
Pros

  • Mechanical keys with long-stroke
  • Ergonomic layout

Cons

  • Lots of plastic
  • For 10-finger system

Our Verdict

The Logitech Wave Keys is a good keyboard with a generous stroke and familiar clicking sounds. The keyboard connects easily to the Mac via Bluetooth and has a whole range of additional function keys as well as additional labeling on the number keys. The padded tray relieves strain on the wrists when typing. The keyboard uses AAA and does a good job of using power efficiently.

Price When Reviewed

$59.99

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03:53
Apple Stops Signing iOS 17.5, Prevents Downgrade...

Apple Stops Signing iOS 17.5, Prevents Downgrade From iOS 17.5.1

Apple has stopped signing iOS 17.5 today, which means users can no longer downgrade to this version from iOS 17.5.1. It’s a routine move by Apple to encourage users to stay on the most up-to-date software. Apple usually stops signing older iOS versions two weeks after a new one comes out. However, the development discontinued […]

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03:44
Apple Announces Finalists of the 2024 Apple Design...

Apple Announces Finalists of the 2024 Apple Design Awards Ahead of WWDC Event

Apple revealed the finalists for the 2024 Apple Design Awards on May 28th. The awards program recognizes excellence in app and game design across various categories. This year’s iteration introduces a new category: Spatial Computing, apps specifically designed for Apple’s Vision Pro. Held annually during the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), the Design Awards celebrate innovation, […]

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03:30
Apple’s invisible breakthroughs are just as...

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Technology improvements are a bit like going to a movie or a magic show: you want to be wowed, but it works best when you don’t see what’s going on behind the scenes. You don’t want to know about the trapdoor, or the strings holding people up as they soar through the air, even if it gives some appreciation for the difficulty of the production, it robs it of some of its power and awe.

Apple ends up having to ride this line a lot. At the root of its ethos has been the desire to provide technology that feels magical and amazing to its customers. With every year that goes by and every new device that comes out, Apple wants to boast about its impressive new functionality, but some of its biggest technological breakthroughs happen at a level that is totally invisible to its users.

It’s cases like that where the company has the difficult task of impressing how advanced some of these technologies are without belaboring...

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03:15
Rumor: MacBook Pro notebooks with OLED displays...

You may start seeing MacBook Pro notebooks with OLED in 2026. Per a supply chain report, the display technology could arrive for Apple’s flagship notebook in roughly two years’ time. The report includes the iPad Pro, which the report says will triple demand for OLED screens in tablets, and going forward, will influence competitors’ strategies […]

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03:00
Apple announces dates and schedules for WWDC 2024

If you’re eager to learn this summer, Apple has just posted the full details as to its 2024 Worldwide Developers conference, which is set to take place from June 10 to June 14. Apple has stated that the standard keynote address will be held on June 10 at 10 AM Pacific Time. Apple is expected […]

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03:00
Power up in style with this slim 5,000mAh power bank...

Macworld

Everybody needs their charging options to be efficient, but who says they have to be boring? The smart, neo-industrial design of this transparent power bank gives you the best of both worlds: quick, high-capacity backup power in a package that’s a real conversation starter.

The aluminum frame has a durable tempered glass surface that allows you to see the inner workings of the 5,000mAh battery. The surface can withstand drops of up to 1 meter, and it has anti-scratch and...

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01:00
Scribbyo can generate content, images, and code for...

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The hype is real when it comes to AI, but not all AI assistants are created equal. If you need equal parts quantity and quality, Scribbyo is a reliable option for producing content that goes far beyond simple blog posts and can be highly tailored to your needs.

The real attraction of this AI tool is its interface, which lets you quickly and precisely define what you need and what kind of audience you want to target.

You can use one of 50 templates to create posts, images, or captions on the fly or use the chatbot to “...

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Tuesday May 28

15:42
You can now use the Microsoft Copilot bot on Telegram

Copilot is a chatbot based on OpenAI’s GPT-4 developed by Microsoft. It has been integrated into many Microsoft products, including Office and Bing. And now, even Telegram users can take advantage of Copilot through a bot that works right from the messaging app.

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14:34
What To Do if Your iPhone Is Stuck on White Screen:...

What To Do if Your iPhone Is Stuck on White Screen: Key Tips

Imagine reaching for your iPhone to send a quick text or capture a funny moment, only to be greeted by a blinding white screen. No icons, no lock screen, no response — just an unsettling white void. This scary situation, often called the “White Screen of Death (WSOD),” makes your device unusable. You can’t access […]

This post What To Do if Your iPhone Is Stuck on White Screen: Key Tips appeared first on The Mac Observer

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13:44
Fix “No Active Device Used for Your Location”: 6 Top...

Fix “No Active Device Used for Your Location”: 6 Top Ways

Various apps rely on your location settings to function, from daily essentials like Maps and Weather to more critical tools like Find My and Emergency SOS. I keep it enabled almost 24/7 for this reason. Just imagine my panic when a stubborn error saying “No Active Device Used for Your Location” popped up on my […]

This post Fix “No Active Device Used for Your Location”: 6 Top Ways appeared first on The Mac Observer

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13:03
How To Save a TikTok Video to Gallery on iPhone (...

How To Save a TikTok Video to Gallery on iPhone (2024 Guide)

Found a video on TikTok that you want to save to Photos? iPhone sandbox apps, so they don’t interact with each other without your permission. However, you can still freely download videos from social media. These can then be shared with friends, uploaded to third-party editors, or simply kept for personal enjoyment. Here’s what to […]

This post How To Save a TikTok Video to Gallery on iPhone (2024 Guide) appeared first on The Mac Observer

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13:00
Apple’s WWDC opportunity: why iOS 18 may prove...

AI is everywhere. Tech companies not talking about AI are hard to find. When compared to players leading in this space like OpenAI and Google, Apple is generally seen as being “behind.”

But despite AI being everywhere, in many ways it’s also still a fringe technology for the average person. It’s not truly mainstream. Sure it’s accessible to anyone with access to the web, but the number of people actually using services like ChatGPT is still relatively small compared to the total population of users with a smartphone or computer.

This is why next month’s WWDC presents Apple with tremendous opportunity. iOS 18 has the potential to truly bring AI to the masses.

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12:27
Apple Watch Activity badges: Global Running Day is...

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Achievement badges are a funny thing. You know they’re just a simple little bit of visual flair, they don’t even do anything, and yet for some reason you just have to collect them. Achievements are great motivators, and the achievement badges for the activity tracking on the Apple Watch have inspired many users to get more exercise.

If you want to maximize your badge count, you’re going to want to chase down as many activity achievements as you can. Most are available year-round, but there are also some time-limited special events to grab, too. Here’s a list of all the activity achievements for the Apple Watch and how to unlock them.

Updated 05/28/23: The next limited activity badge you can get is on June 5 for Global Running Day.

Standard achievements

Most of the achievements can be earned year-round. If you open the Activity app on your...

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12:25
Ever dream of a LEGO Apple Store? This fan built one...

It seems like there’s a LEGO set for everything these days, as the popularity of LEGO continues to cross generational divides. There are LEGO sets for all kinds of popular movies, video games, and iconic locations, but if you’re looking for an Apple-themed LEGO set, you’re out of luck.

LEGO user @legotruman hopes to change that, as they have collaborated with @2A2A to create a LEGO Apple Store. And it’s a thing of beauty.

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12:03
Popular VR game ‘Job Simulator’ comes to Apple...

As we reported earlier this year, Owlchemy Studios announced that it would be bringing its popular VR game “Job Simulator” to Apple Vision Pro in 2024. The game, which consists of performing tasks as if you were in a real-world job, is now officially available on the visionOS App Store.

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11:59
Apple published a new Press Release
11:57
How To Recover Deleted Call History on iPhone: Top...

How To Recover Deleted Call History on iPhone: Top Ways

For those looking to recover deleted call history from an iPhone, I don’t have the best news in the world. There is no direct way to recover deleted calls on your device, unfortunately, so accomplishing this task takes a little bit of creativity. Since having an accurate record of call logs can be extremely important […]

This post How To Recover Deleted Call History on iPhone: Top Ways appeared first on The Mac Observer

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11:47
New AirPods Pro 2 firmware just dropped

AirPods firmware updates. Where do they come from? What do they do? We don’t need the answers to those questions to tell you that updated  firmware was just released.

The newly pushed AirPods Pro (2nd generation) firmware is labeled version 6.5.7 (6F7) and belongs to the same build train. It’s available for both the Lightning and USB-C version of AirPods Pro 2.

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11:36
This 10th-gen iPad is a ridiculous bargain at under...

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With its recent $10 price cut, the 10th-gen iPad is Apple’s best tablet value ever, with a modern design and display for just $349. However, a sale like this makes it easy to recommend: Amazon is selling the 10th-gen iPad with 64GB of storage for $300 when you apply the coupon on the page, a savings of $49, and the first time we’ve seen this iPad dip this low.

The 10th-gen iPad has a similar design to the iPad Air, with a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina Display and a flat-edge design with an aluminum back, USB-C, 12MP wide camera, landscape 12MP ultra-wide selfie cam with Center Stage...

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11:24
Running Day Challenge set for June 5 is the next...

Apple has revealed the next Apple Watch Activity Challenge: Running Day. Here are all the details on how to earn this special award on June 5 along with some exclusive stickers.

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11:20
How To Fix iPhone Stuck on Hello Screen After Update...

How To Fix iPhone Stuck on Hello Screen After Update (iOS 17 Guide)

For the most part, you can download and install iPhone updates without a hitch, but major issues, like your device getting stuck on the “Hello” screen, aren’t impossible. This is especially alarming because it renders your device completely unusable. It appears on brand-new and newly reset iPhones — all functions will be unavailable until you […]

This post How To Fix iPhone Stuck on Hello Screen After Update (iOS 17 Guide) appeared first on The Mac Observer

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11:20
How to make an iPhone Lock Screen Shortcut

The iOS Shortcuts app offers countless ways to make automations. One handy option is to create an iPhone Lock Screen Shortcut that can be valuable for a number of use cases. Here’s how it works and what you can do with it.

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10:50
Apple Developer app teases WWDC 24 with ‘Get ready’...

WWDC 24 is just around the corner and in preparing for the big event, Apple is promoting a new “Get ready” list in its Developer app. Here’s what you can do to get organized for this year’s WWDC.

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10:37
Apple Design Award finalists announced ahead of WWDC...

Today alongside confirming the details for WWDC 2024’s keynote and other offerings, Apple has announced its Apple Design Award finalists for the year.

As per tradition, Apple annually recognizes some of the best apps on the App Store across a variety of categories. The finalists this year consist of 42 apps and games across a total of seven categories, with three apps and three games in each category. Brand new this year: a Spatial Computing category highlighting six Vision Pro apps.

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10:15
Apple confirms WWDC keynote details for AI-focused...

Today less than two weeks out from the June 10 start of WWDC, Apple has detailed what developers and other observers can expect out of its annual conference this year, which is expected to bring a host of news centered around AI.

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10:13
Apple’s 2024 Beats Pill specs: louder sound, 24 hour...

Apple is preparing to launch its second Beats Pill product since acquiring the audio brand nearly a decade ago. After being bought by Apple in 2014, introduced the Beats Pill+ that sold from 2015 to 2020. While it was discontinued without a replacement in sight, the forthcoming Beats Pill has been showing up everywhere from celebrity sightings to regulatory listings.

Seeing the unreleased Beats Pill is an effective tease, but it doesn’t tell us what’s different this time around aside from an apparent integrated lanyard for toting it. However, 9to5Mac has learned through sources what features and specifications will accompany the new Beats Pill Bluetooth speaker when it officially launches.

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10:02
What To Do if ‘Ready for Repair’ in Find My Is Not...

What To Do if ‘Ready for Repair’ in Find My Is Not Going Away

Although the Ready for Repair feature is a useful addition to iOS 17.5, having the message repeatedly appear in Find My — even after you fix your device — is undeniably annoying. You can still use your iPhone despite this erroneous message, but it’s understandable to want to resolve it. Luckily, this issue is usually […]

This post What To Do if ‘Ready for Repair’ in Find My Is Not Going Away appeared first on The Mac Observer

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09:22
OLED displays may be coming to the MacBook Pro...

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The new iPad Pro is Apple’s first large-screen device to use OLED tech, but. according to a new report, the rest of Apple’s high-end big-screen devices won’t be far behind. According to a market analyst Omdia, Apple is “highly likely” to replace the mini-LED displays in the MacBook Pro with OLED screens as soon as 2026.

The report explains that Apple is a key contributor to the growth of demand for OLED displays, fueled by production for the new iPad Pro. However, while the iPad Air and iPad mini will eventually get OLED displays, Omdia says the surge in demand isn’t limited to iPads and iPhones and extends to Apple’s other devices as well:

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09:05
Nomad debuts new Apple Find My Tracking Card with...

The new Apple Find My-equipped Nomad Tracking Card is making its worldwide debut today. I have talked on end about these slim card-style wallet trackers in the past, posted on social about how much I love them, and now one of our favorite Apple accessory brands is entering the space for the first time. It will be available for purchase directly from the official Nomad site at any time now, but be sure to head below for more details and some of our early hands-on impressions of the new Nomad Apple Find My Tracking Card. 

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08:54
Apple’s 256GB 13-inch M2 iPad Air hits all-time low...

While there are still a number of hangover Memorial Day Apple deals floating around in our massive roundup you’ll find right here, some new offers have popped up this morning as well. First up, we have a straight up $50 price drop on Apple’s new 13-inch M2 iPad Air with 256GB of memory joined by the Alpine Loop Apple Watch Ultra 2 configurations dropping to $714 shipped. But if Apple’s more high-end gear isn’t for you right now, the...

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08:48
M4 MacBook Pro: Everything you need to know

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Apple’s M3-series MacBook Pro was released in the fall of 2023, but Apple has seemingly put the laptop on a more frequent update cycle, with reports of an M4 MacBook Pro hitting the rumor mill.

We’ll see more rumors between now and the M4 MacBook Pro release. This article will keep track of what’s being reported, as well as offer a perspective based on Apple’s current lineup.

Updated May 28, 2024: Apple may use OLED technology for the MacBook Pro display but not until 2026.

MacBook Pro M4: Release date

Apple has yet to make a big impression in the AI market, which is sizzling hot right now. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman on April 11, Apple wants to make a big splash with the M4 chip, which will have big AI enhancements and Apple wants...

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08:31
Keep your iPhone filled up on the go with this...

Macworld

If there’s something I hate a lot nowadays, it is seeing the battery life draining away, as I know for sure I won’t be able to reach my charger before it all shuts off. One thing that can help is the Baseus for MagSafe Portable Charger, which is available at a fantastic price of $27, down from its usual price of $46. This compact charger will ensure your phone stays powered up wherever you are.

The Baseus charger has a powerful magnetic suction that effortlessly attaches to your iPhone. Designed specifically for iPhones, it won’t block your camera lens and fits snugly with a width of 2.77 inches and a thickness of 0.72 inches. It’s small enough...

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08:20
When are AirPods Max 2 coming? Here’s what the...

Apple’s AirPods Max launched all the way back in 2020, and the product has received zero updates in its four years on the market. Now, with competitors like the Sonos Ace entering the headphone scene, many shoppers are wondering if Apple has a new AirPods Max 2 model in the works.

Here’s what the latest reporting says about when to expect the new AirPods Max 2.

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07:45
Apple is ‘thinking about’ changing the iPad’s most...

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When Apple unveiled the new iPad Pro and iPad Air at its Let Loose event in early May, the most notable change was the new location for the front camera. Following the 10th-gen iPad’s lead, Apple finally moved the camera to the longer “landscape” edge, making FaceTime calls much more natural when docked.

However, while the camera placement is an obvious nod to users favoring the iPad as a landscape device, Apple didn’t change the orientation of the Apple logo on the back of the device, which is the same as it has been since the original iPad launched in 2010. However, a new report from French-language site...

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iPhone 16 Pro Could Get Under-Display Face ID...

iPhone 16 Pro Could Get Under-Display Face ID Following Apple’s Supplier Switch

New rumors about the iPhone 16 Pro potentially featuring an under-display Face ID have surfaced. One of the hottest topics among iPhone users and enthusiasts may potentially get an interesting advancement. In 2022, a respected display industry insider, Bob Ross, initially reported that the iPhone 16 Pro would feature an under-display Face ID sensor. However, […]

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Customizing iOS app icons could be more impactful...

Mark Gurman reported over the weekend that customizing iOS app icons will be one of the new features we can expect to see in iOS 18.

On the face of it, that seems a relatively minor cosmetic change, but I think it does open the door to using it in rather an impactful way …

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Apple’s Latest Hearing Study Reveals Alarming Stats

Apple’s Latest Hearing Study Reveals Alarming Stats

Apple’s latest Hearing Study has revealed some startling facts about tinnitus. The study details how people suffer from tinnitus and the fact that it is more common than perceived. Tinnitus is when the affected person suffers from ringing in the ears. It affects the person’s quality of life. The study conducted by the University of […]

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OLED MacBook Pro ‘highly likely’ to launch in 2026...

Tech analyst Omdia has said that Apple is “highly likely” to launch its first OLED MacBook Pro models in 2026.

It was previously reported that Samsung is set to be the exclusive supplier of an OLED screen for a 13-inch MacBook Air, with a more advanced version expected to be used in the MacBook Pro …

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5 tips and tricks to free up disk space and hidden...

As our devices become increasingly more capable and powerful, our Macs can fill up faster than we expect. Follow along for five tips and tricks to free up Mac storage and hidden space including native and third-party advanced options.

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Apple Hearing Study shares initial findings on...

University of Michigan researchers have today shared some initial findings from the Apple Hearing Study launched back in 2019 – one of the largest studies of tinnitus ever carried out.

The data will help us gain a better understanding of the causes of the condition, in which sufferers experience a constant perception of sound, ranging from high-pitched tones to white noise, as well as methods of mitigating the impact of the condition …

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T-Mobile buying US Cellular; says rural coverage...

It’s this morning been announced that T-Mobile is buying most of US Cellular, in a deal said to be worth a total of $4.4B.

T-Mobile says that the buyout will enable it to provide better rural coverage to its existing customers, and that US Cellular subscribers will get full access to the country’s fastest 5G network …

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Apple not yet satisfied with iPhone 16 Pro Max...

Apple has reportedly given the green light to its three OLED panel suppliers to begin mass production of three of the four iPhone 16 displays.

However, the Cupertino company is seemingly not yet satisfied with test production of displays for the iPhone 16 Pro Max …

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iPhone discounts led to a 52% rebound in Chinese...

Falling sales led Apple to offer significant official iPhone discounts in China, and a new report today suggests that this tactic is paying off.

Official government data indicates that Apple successfully turned around its declining sales in the country, with shipments bouncing back with a 52% increase last month …

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Researcher Finds a Way to Create Animated Icons in...

Researcher Finds a Way to Create Animated Icons in iOS

iOS researcher Bryce Bostwick has recently found a way to create animated app icons in iOS. The process involves tricking the system into constantly changing the app icon, giving the impression of an animation. Currently, only Apple’s Calendar and Clock apps utilize animated icons in iOS, as Apple denies third-party developers access to this functionality. […]

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Apple’s big AI breakthrough will be something we’ll...

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In less than two weeks, Apple will kick off WWDC with a wide-ranging keynote that previews all of the new features coming in iOS 18 and macOS 15. It’s no surprise that AI will be a big component of the announcements and one of the major new features could be something we all use every day.

According to...

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A thinner iPhone is a step in the wrong direction

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Would you be surprised to learn there’s lots of AI-related news to talk about this week? Probably not. You probably wouldn’t be surprised if the Macalope said it was all AI-generated.

First, there was Sam Altman awkwardly trying to coax Scarlett Johansson into being the voice of ChatGPT. Johansson’s response was very much “Who are you again?” Still, things are going very well in the AI world as Gemini is telling users to eat glue and rocks and...

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Apple @ Work Podcast: MSPs are leaning into Apple

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Learn how to play piano at home with Skoove Premium’...

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If you’ve ever wanted to learn an instrument, the best one to begin with is the piano. While you might think you need to take traditional piano lessons to learn, we’re here to let you know that there’s an innovative way to learn piano from home.

Meet Skoove Premium, an AI-powered app that offers interactive piano lessons. During the Memorial Day savings event, you can get lifetime access at a special price with code ENJOY20.

No matter your piano experience, Skoove (4.5-star rated!) is designed to offer a...

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18 new AI features cited for macOS 15, iOS 18, and...

AI will take center stage in Apple’s upcoming operating systems, and per Bloomber’d Mark Gurman, an array of new features will be demoed at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) next month. In his latest “Power On” newsletter, Gurman noted that Apple will apparently use AI to perform the following tasks in the operating systems: Apple […]

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The best iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro cases

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The iPhone 15 is lots of things, but it isn’t indestructible. Drop it, knock it, or scratch it, and it will suffer damage that no one would wish on their expensive new purchase. The most obvious way to protect your iPhone 15, 15 Pro, 15 Plus, or 15 Pro Max—aside from leaving it in the box—is to buy a case that will take the hard knocks and scrapes, leaving your iPhone as Apple intended.

A case is more than just a pretty backplate, so we have some expert tips for you to start. We have tested a wide range of iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max cases. Here you can jump straight to the cases that most appeal to you.

We have tested plain cases, wallet cases, cases that support bike and car mounts, pouches, sleeves and cases with belt-clips.

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Match paint, fabric, and wallpaper shades like a pro...

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Ever tried to repaint a wall without knowing the exact shade? Then you know that “close enough” doesn’t cut it. If you want to get an exact match for a particular color, use what the professionals use: a quality color sensor like the Nix Mini 2.

This tiny gadget weighs less than an ounce (just 0.6oz), but it’s outfitted with its own highly calibrated LED to block out ambient lighting. Its ultra-precise sensor will then scan surfaces like walls, vinyl, leather, upholstery, etc.

Hold it up against the surface that’s struck your fancy...

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Is MyFlixer Safe for Your Mac? Must Know Before...

Is MyFlixer Safe for Your Mac? Must Know Before Using It

With the rising costs of subscription-based streaming services, the free alternatives online are becoming more appealing. A popular yet controversial option is MyFlixer. It’s a streaming platform that lets you watch a wide range of movies and TV shows for free. While tempting, the big question is whether MyFlixer is safe for your Mac. Its […]

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[Fix] Watch Wont Connect to Matrix Gym Equipment...

[Fix] Watch Wont Connect to Matrix Gym Equipment watchOS 10.5

Some pieces of Matrix gym equipment are having trouble connecting to Apple Watch on watchOS 10.5. When users try pairing, they hear a beep, but nothing else happens. This glitch prevents them from utilizing both devices. If you’re in the same boat, you won’t be able to track your metrics, personalize the interactive display, or […]

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Apple Eyes Dual AI Deal: Google & OpenAI After...

Apple Eyes Dual AI Deal: Google & OpenAI After OpenAI Hierarchical Turbulence

Apple is gearing up for its annual developer conference, WWDC, and AI is set to be a major theme, as it has been for some time for the industry, especially tech rivals Google and Microsoft.  A new suite of AI tools, Project Greymatter, will be integrated into core iPhone apps. This project is said to use […]

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Here’s a look at an unreleased Apple Watch silicone...

Apple experiments with a lot of things inside its laboratories, and many of these experiments never see the light of day. One of these experiments is a quite intriguing silicone band for the that has a metal buckle. And thanks to a leaked prototype, we can now take a look at it.

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VR role-playing game ‘Demeo’ now available for Apple...

When Apple Vision Pro was announced last year, some developers demonstrated their apps and games coming to the platform – this was the case with the popular VR role-playing game “Demeo.” The good news is that Demeo is now available on the visionOS App Store.

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14:05
Researcher finds iOS exploit that lets developers...

It’s been a while since Apple let developers provide alternative icons for their apps, so that users can change them whenever they want. However, except for Apple’s Clock and Calendar apps, the system has no animated or interactive icons – but a researcher has found an exploit that enables just that.

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13:35
8 Proven Ways To Fix iPhone 14 Making Random Calls

8 Proven Ways To Fix iPhone 14 Making Random Calls

Is your iPhone 14 making random calls on its own? It might sound crazy, but multiple iPhone users have been reporting this strange issue where their phone dials numbers all by itself. In the Apple Community, one user even shared that: “I have an iPhone 14 with iOS 16 and recently it’s been calling my […]

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13:25
Keyboard Maestro 11.0.3

Maintenance release for the the automation and clipboard utility. ($36 new, free update, 37.6 MB, macOS 10.13+)

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13:22
Piezo 1.9.2

Improves the capture of audio played to secondary devices by VoIP applications. ($19 new, free update, 24.5 MB, macOS 14.4+)

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13:20
Quicken 7.7.1

Fixes a crash that could occur on Intel-based Macs. ($59.88/$83.88/$119.88 annual subscription, free update, 3.2 MB, macOS 11+)

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Affinity Designer, Photo, and Publisher 2.5

Adds support for variable fonts and a new QR Code Tool to all three apps. (Various prices new, free update, various sizes, macOS 10.15+)

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12:57
Some Google Messages for Android users receiving...

In recent weeks, GIFs sent by iPhone users to Android devices running Google Messages have turned into distorted still images with missing dots/pixels throughout. 

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12:32
Find Hidden Cameras While Traveling

Airbnb’s policy change to ban all indoor cameras at listed properties highlights the scourge of tiny cameras used for snooping. Here’s how to discover if you’re being watched in a rental, hotel, or elsewhere.

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12:01
Apple might change the orientation of its logo on...

The iPad was born as a device to be held primarily upright, in portrait orientation. However, as Apple now markets the product as a laptop replacement, many people interact with it mostly in a landscape orientation – especially because of accessories like the Magic Keyboard. But will Apple ever change the orientation of its logo on the back of the iPad?

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12:00
MagSafe Monday: O-Mag Magnetic Webcam Mount is the...

There’s no sugar coating it: The iPhone’s camera is a drastically better camera for video meetings over the Mac’s webcam. Even as Apple has upgraded the Mac’s webcam in recent years, it still doesn’t hold a candle to the iPhone. allows you to mount your iPhone to your Mac easily.

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11:06
Fix iPhone Keeps Shutting Down After iOS 15.8.2...

Fix iPhone Keeps Shutting Down After iOS 15.8.2 Update

After updating to iOS 15.8.2, my iPhone started randomly shutting down. No warning, no low battery notification — just a sudden shutdown. At first, I convinced myself it was a one-time thing, maybe I hit the power button by accident. But then it happened again and again. And to be honest, there’s nothing more panic-inducing […]

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