Monday April 29
09:50
Arc Search iPhone App Now Syncs Arc Sidebar Tabs
An update to the Arc Search app for the iPhone gives Arc users using macOS and Windows access to all their tabs and the ability to save pages from the iPhone to the Arc sidebar.
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09:10
CrytoChameleon Phishing Kit Targets LastPass, Others
If you have a LastPass account, beware of voice phishing calls that will warn about your account being accessed from a new device. Are we on the cusp of being targeted by AI-driven phishing calls?
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08:44
Save $299 on Apple Studio Display in Monday’s best...
08:39
iPhone 16: Here’s another look at the rumored size...
As we’ve highlighted in the past, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro will feature a few notable design changes. New images posted on social media this week may give us our best look yet at some of these updates, including the size changes for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
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07:47
BusyCal 2024.2.1
Adds support for the new Microsoft Graph API for enhanced syncing with Outlook. ($49.99 new, free update, 67.2 MB, macOS 10.15+)
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07:38
What long-standing Apple bug most bugs you? This is...
While shiny new features are lovely, what I find most frustrating with Apple OS updates is when a long-standing bug doesn’t get fixed … update after update after update.
For me, there is one that Mac bug which really stands out, that has been annoying me for literally years, and I completely fail to understand why the company hasn’t fixed it …
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07:35
How To Install visionOS 1.2 Public and Developer Beta
07:26
Delta Retro Game Emulator Is Coming to iPad
07:20
EU Labels iPadOS as a Gatekeeper and Orders to...
07:18
Shock report: The new iPad Pro will skip straight to...
Macworld
With Apple’s late-spring event just over a week away, a widely respected leaker has claimed that the company is about to announce a shocking upgrade for the iPad Pro.
Up until now, the received wisdom has been that we’ll hear about relatively pedestrian upgrades to two iPad lines, the Air and the Pro, with the former getting a bump from the M1 to the M2 processor and the latter stepping up from M2 to M3. But according to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, the Pro is likely to skip a generation and go straight to the as-yet-unreleased M4.
“I’m hearing there is a strong possibility that the chip in the new iPad Pro will be the M4, not the M3,” Gurman writes in the...
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06:32
Mercedes-Benz bails on next-generation CarPlay...
06:11
Weak passwords for smart home devices to be illegal...
Default passwords for smart home devices and wireless routers will have to be made stronger in order to comply with new cybersecurity laws in both the UK and EU …
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06:00
Mosyle launches Mosyle Fuse MSP to bring a single...
Today, Mosyle has announced the launch of Mosyle Fuse MSP. This first solution integrates five critical management and security applications into a product specifically designed for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). Combining mobile device management, endpoint security, internet privacy and security, and identity and application management, Mosyle Fuse is aiming to make it easier for MSPs to deploy, manage, and protect customer Apple devices at work.
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05:46
A new iPad Pro is coming: Here are four things to...
Apple is gearing up to refresh its entire iPad lineup this year, starting with the iPad Pro next month. Here are four things to expect if you’re planning to buy a new iPad Pro this year…
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05:46
Upcoming OLED iPad Pro May Skip M3 in Favor of an M4...
05:44
iPhone web browser choice gets one thing right, two...
04:54
No new Vision Pro before late 2026, and declining...
04:21
Apple Vision Pro 2 Reportedly Won’t Come Until End...
04:21
Apple’s surprise iPad event could include some major...
Macworld
Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a morning cup of coffee or tea, but it’s cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too.
‘Loose’ change
Defying all expectations, Apple last week sent out invitations to a special event on May 7. Based on the artwork (which features an Apple Pencil and an artistic Apple logo) and the lack of new Apple tablets since 2022, you can be virtually certain that iPads are back on the menu… but based on the fact that Apple decided to do this at an event rather than via a less ostentatious press release, there might be a few surprises too.
New AirPods and AirPods Max
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03:24
How To Install watchOS 10.5 Public and Developer Beta
03:15
How To Install tvOS 17.5 Public and Developer Beta
03:10
EU will force Apple to add app sideloading,...
The last few months have seen Apple rapidly implement technical and policy solutions to comply with the Digital Markets Act. That has seen the rollout of things like alternative app marketplaces, web distribution, alternative browsers, and more as part of iOS 17.4 and iOS 17.5 updates.
So far, those rules have only applied to the iPhone and iOS. But now, the European Commission has expanded the Digital Markets Act’s purview of products to include the iPad (via Bloomberg).
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03:00
Rumor: Next-gen iPad Pro could feature M4 chip, skip...
It”s a strange rumor, but it could be feasible. Per Mark Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter, Apple may debut its forthcoming iPad Pro, scheduled to be announced at its media event on May 7, with a next-generation M4 chip powering it. This seems unlikely, even despite Gurman’s strong track record, and Gurman has stated that […]
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02:03
Fixed: This Message Has Not Been Downloaded From the...
01:08
The ‘new’ HomePod and HomePod mini go on sale in...
This morning, Apple announced expanded availability of the HomePod and HomePod mini, with orders starting for the first time in Malaysia and Thailand. The devices will start shipping next week, from May 10.
That opens up the reach of HomePod mini and the ‘new’ HomePod (2nd generation) to a brand new market of customers.
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01:00
Boost your workflow with Microsoft Office Pro 2021...
Macworld
Tired of paying subscription fees for productivity tools? Banish recurring payments for good by investing in Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows. Microsoft’s highly popular productivity suite is now only $49.97 (reg. $219) for a limited time.
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Sunday April 28
18:36
How To Install macOS Sonoma 14.5 Developer Beta
09:13
Delta retro game emulator coming soon to iPad, here’...
Earlier this month, Riley Testut brought his excellent Delta game emulator for iPhone to the App Store for the first time. Now, Riley is teasing Delta’s expansion to the iPad – giving users a way to emulate games from many retro game systems on a bigger screen.
Head below for a first look.
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07:34
Why is South Korea's Military Set To Ban...
"South Korea is considering prohibiting the use of iPhones and smart wearable devices inside military buildings," reports the Defense Post, "due to increasing security concerns."
But the blog Apple Insider argues the move "has less to do with security and more to do with a poorly crafted mobile device management suite coupled with nationalism..."
A report on Tuesday morning claims that the ban is on all devices capable of voice recording and do not allow third-party apps to lock this down — with iPhone specifically named... According to sources familiar with the matter cited by Tuesday's report, the iPhone is explicitly banned. Android-based devices, like Samsung's, are exempt from the ban...
The issue appears to be that the South Korean National Defense Mobile Security mobile device management app doesn't seem to be able to block the use of the microphone. This particular MDM was rolled out in 2013, with use enforced across all military members in 2021....
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07:02
Security Bite: Did Apple just declare war on Adload...
Following the release of new betas last week, Apple snuck out one of the most significant updates to XProtect I’ve ever seen. The macOS malware detection tool added 74 new Yara detection rules, all aimed at a single threat, Adload. So what is it exactly, and why does Apple see it as such an issue?
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05:51
Report: iOS 18 to update many of the built-in apps,...
In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman gives us a few more hints about what to expect from iOS 18 in terms of upcoming new software changes for the iPhone.
Gurman writes that alongside the slate of artificial intelligence features, iOS 18 will include updates to most of the popular built-in apps on the iPhone, including overhauls for the Photos, Mail, Notes and Fitness apps. The Calculator app will be updated with new features, and made available on the iPad for the first time.
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05:33
New Apple Pencil to include haptic feedback and new...
Alongside the new iPad Pro and iPad Air lineup, Apple’s May 7 event will also feature updates to the iPad accessories, with new generation of Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil.
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports today that the new Pencil will include haptic feedback for the first time. This should help the digital stylus feel more realistic in use.
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05:07
Gurman: New iPad Pro may actually be powered by the...
In a surprise move, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports today in his Power On newsletter that the upcoming iPad Pro may actually be powered by the M4 chip, skipping the M3 altogether.
The company would tout the AI capabilities of the new iPad range, powered by the upgraded Neural Engine in the M4 chip. The M4 chip is scheduled to arrive in Macs later in the year.
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05:05
How to improve iPad battery life: Why your battery...
If you notice faster battery drain with your iPad than expected, you’re not alone. Here’s a look at 8 tips and tricks to understand why you might be seeing it drain quickly and how to improve iPad battery life.
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02:55
Ted Lasso series releasing on Blu-ray disc in July
The hit comedy series Ted Lasso is currently only available to watch via Apple’s streaming service, Apple TV+. Finally, more than four years after its season one premiere, it appears that the exclusivity window is finally going to end and the show will soon be getting a physical disc release.
9to5Mac understands that Warner Bros. is preparing to release Ted Lasso on Blu-ray, with an expected July release date …
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01:00
Enhance your iPad productivity with this $94.97...
Macworld
There is no shortage of iPad accessories, but if you had to choose just one? A keyboard is the no-brainer answer, as it provides extra versatility for your iPad.
This Apple Magic Keyboard Folio is one of the best on the market, and it’s compatible with iPad 10th Gen. While new editions can run almost $250, you can grab a new open-box model for less than $100 through April 30.
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Saturday April 27
20:30
How To Fix Apple Music Not Showing Song Lyrics
16:05
Apple’s ‘Let Loose’ iPad event said to include a...
Apple has a special event set for May 7, during which it is expected to “Let loose” and debut big changes to the iPad lineup. In an interesting twist, it sounds like there will be a companion event held by Apple in London that day as well.
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15:35
Apple ID Lock-Out Affects Macs, iPhones, iPads, and...
An anonymous reader shared this report from the Times of India:
Several Apple customers were inexplicably locked out of their Apple ID accounts Friday evening in a major service disruption, forcing them to reset their passwords across all devices and services. According to user reports on social media, the widespread outage began around 8 p.m. ET. People complained that they were abruptly signed out of their Apple IDs on Macs, iPhones, iPads, and other Apple devices.
When attempting to sign back in with their existing passwords, they received an error message preventing access... To regain access, users had to go through Apple's account recovery process to reset their Apple ID passwords. However, many reported difficulties even completing the reset process initially due to high demand...
The outage affected iCloud services like iCloud Drive, iMessage, FaceTime, and the App Store. Third-party apps and services that integrate with Apple ID sign-in were also...
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08:05
Widespread Reports of Apple ID Accounts Being...
If your devices mysteriously ask you to reset your Apple ID password and then lock your account, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, there’s nothing to do but go with the flow.
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08:00
Kuxiu launches new Limited Edition-Wood Grain lineup...
I have been using Kuxiu chargers for years now, primarily for travel. Their X55 series of chargers still has the best price-to-performance ratio of any charger on the market. For less than $40, you get a charger that chargers your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple watch; it comes with a 20W charging brick and a carrying case. It’s a foldable travel charger that works; sometimes that’s what is needed. But some sacrifices need to be made to get to that price point, so Kuxiu has just released two new premium products that give you better performance and higher quality finishes and still don’t break the bank.
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06:23
Google Chrome on iOS Will Soon Let You Access...
06:04
How To Fix the iPhone Yellow Screen of Death
05:00
Apple @ Work: Dashlane adds Splunk integration to...
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Password managers are now a table-stakes product for the enterprise, and with that comes the activity data that goes along with the usage. Dashlane is helping IT and security teams with analysis by adding...
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03:00
Keep your adventures well-lit with this $40 outdoor...
01:00
These open-ear headphones pack both sound and safety...
Macworld
If you’re a sensitive listener or simply dislike in-ear audio options, consider upgrading to these open-ear headphones.
These Mercato headphones have an open-ear design for comfort and crisp audio, all while keeping you aware of your surroundings. Now, they’re on sale for only $39.95 (reg. $69) with code GET10.
Boasting an ergonomic open-ear construction, the Mercato headphones rest outside your ears and loop around them to ensure they stay put and remain comfortable all day. ...
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Friday April 26
20:47
Automatic App Updates Not Working? How To Enable on...
19:59
Apple users are being locked out of their Apple IDs...
There appears to be an increasingly widespread Apple ID outage of some sort impacting Apple users tonight. A number of people across social media say that they were logged out of their Apple ID across multiple devices on Friday evening and forced to reset their password before logging back in…
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18:34
How to Get Pip-Boy on Your Apple Watch
16:32
It’s okay to admit that you’re wrong sometimes, Apple
Apple has trouble admitting when it’s wrong. The company’s marketing has always been about excellence, and admitting that something isn’t right seems to be out of the question for Apple. For us customers, this means having to deal with problematic products for longer than we’d like. Yes, I’m talking about – but Apple has had other FineWovens in its past, and it should’ve learned that it’s okay to admit you’re wrong sometimes.
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16:02
Apple has reportedly resumed negotiations with...
Some reports last month revealed that Apple was in talks with Google to use Gemini to power new AI features coming to iOS 18. Earlier this year, 9to5Mac also reported that Apple had been running internal tests with OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Now a Bloomberg report claims that Apple has resumed negotiations with OpenAI for a potential partnership.
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14:43
Preparing for the Unthinkable: A Brief Guide to...
Losing Charles Edge recently caused Adam Engst to think morbid thoughts that turned into advice about how planning for the unexpected can make life a little easier for those left behind.
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14:02
How to instantly remove the background from any...
Did you know that iOS makes it very, very easy to instantly remove the background from any image? This feature was first introduced with iOS 16, and I’ve found it to be one of the best and most useful capabilities over the last 18 months. Here’s how it works.
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13:31
The iPhone 16 Pro is getting even bigger, but is...
One of the big changes for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max is that both models will feature larger displays. This will mark the first time iPhone screens have gotten bigger since the iPhone 12 was introduced in 2020. Is this a good thing, though?
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13:20
How to charge an iPhone properly
Macworld
iPhones are remarkable devices, but they lose their lustre once the battery runs dry. That’s why it’s important to look after the cell inside and ensure that you always charge it properly.
In this article we explain the steps you need to take if you want your iPhone to last till the late hours each day and keep doing so for as many years as possible.
How to charge an iPhone with a cable
The fastest way to charge an iPhone is using a cable. Until the iPhone 15, this meant using a USB to Lightning cable. From the iPhone 15 on, you need a USB-C to USB-C cable.
But it’s not quite as easy as that. For the fastest charge, that Lightning cable needs to connect to a USB-C charger so you need a USB-C to...
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12:54
9to5Mac Daily: April 26, 2024 – The latest on the...
12:44
Hands-on: Multi-cam home studio – powered by a...
After years of waffling, I decided that it was time to update my workspace to be more friendly to on-camera work, reviews, tutorials, product photography, podcasting, etc. Instead of having a space that I sometimes use for work, sometimes for study and entertainment, and sometimes for editing, I decided to switch it up and wholly dedicate it to video and photo production.
This setup is primarily powered by a 14-inch MacBook Pro connected to a single Thunderbolt cable. It’s also made possible by a whole host of software, including MovieRecorder, a pricey but fantastic application from Softron. MovieRecorder allows me to simultaneously record high-quality HEVC-encoded video in a multi-cam setup from multiple cameras directly to my computer, bypassing SD Cards of CFexpress cards entirely.
As you’ll see in my hands-on video, I’ve done many other things to customize my setup for productivity, and I hope you find it enlightening...
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12:03
Review: The iPhone 15 Pro is the best pitch to...
The iPhone is the best-selling smartphone on the planet and, in the US especially, it’s clearly a dominant force. I’m an Android person by choice, but once in a while, I spend time with the latest iPhone to take a peek inside of Apple’s garden, trying not to get trapped within its walls. Over the past several months, I’ve been using the iPhone 15 Pro off and on and, well, I’ve got thoughts.
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11:40
elago brings Game Boy Advance SP vibes to its newest...
elago is launching a today that looks like a Game Boy Advance SP. The new MS W5 Charging Stand debut with a retro design that’s a bit more recent than some of the other throwback-themed accessories we’ve seen from elago and channels the vibes of Nintendo’s folding handheld.
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10:58
The ‘next-generation’ of CarPlay is launching this...
Since its initial introduction, Apple’s CarPlay platform has become ubiquitous. It’s available in the vast majority of new cars on the market today, and for good reason: it’s one of the top things people look for when buying a new car.
At WWDC in June 2022, Apple announced what it calls the “next generation of CarPlay.” This new CarPlay interface is set to debut in new cars this year, and it’s going to be a big change.
The first automakers signed on to support next-gen CarPlay? Porsche and Aston Martin. Here’s everything we know.
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09:50
The 13-inch M3 MacBook Air is cheaper than the M2...
09:22
Here’s how that iPhone survived a 16,000-foot drop...
08:45
13-inch M3 MacBook Air hits $989, Apple Watch Series...
08:09
Native Union launches the slimmest 5000mAh magnetic...
Native Union has released its latest iPhone accessory today, the (Re)Classic Power Bank. The company is looking to set it apart from the competition with what it says is the slimmest design for a 5000mAh iPhone at just 8.6mm (0.34 inches), an Italian vegan leather, and more.
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07:30
iPhone Sales Slump in China Despite a Significant...
07:03
Apple Removes Nonconsensual AI Nude Apps From App...
404 Media: Apple has removed a number of AI image generation apps from the App Store after 404 Media found these apps advertised the ability to create nonconsensual nude images, a sign that app store operators are starting to take more action against these types of apps.
Overall, Apple removed three apps from the App Store, but only after we provided the company with links to the specific apps and their related ads, indicating the company was not able to find the apps that violated its policy itself.
Apple's action comes after we reported on Monday that Instagram advertises nonconsensual AI nude apps. By browsing Meta's Ad Library, which archives ads on its platform, when they ran, on what platforms, and who paid for them, we were able to find ads for five different apps, each with dozens of ads. Two of the ads were for web-based services, and three were for apps on the Apple App Store. Meta deleted the ads when we flagged them. Apple did not initially respond to a...
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06:20
Apple pulls AI image apps from the App Store after...
Apple is cracking down on a category of AI image generation apps that “advertised the ability to create nonconsensual nude images.” According to a new report from 404 Media, Apple has removed multiple AI apps from the App Store that claimed they could “create nonconsensual nude images.”
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05:56
iPhone sales spiral 25% in China as Apple drops from...
04:46
How to delete photos from iPhone but not from iCloud
Macworld
If you are running out of space on your iPhone you may be looking at the huge amount of space being attributed to Photos and thinking that deleting all the photos from your iPhone would be an easy way to increase your storage.
You may have heard of iCloud Photos and wondered if that would be a way to back up your photos so you can delete them from the iPhone. Or you may already be using iCloud Photos and think they are all backed up in iCloud and can be deleted from your iPhone. But you’d be very wrong!
iCloud can be a little confusing: it’s not a backup it’s more of a sync. So rather than being a way to free up space on your iPhone, it’s more of a way to make everything available on all your devices. That’s not to say you can’t use iCloud to make more space on your iPhone, you can, but probably not in the way you think.
So, in this article, we will explain how you can reduce the amount of space photos...
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04:15
TSMC’s shrinking silicon roadmap could mean big...
Macworld
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) just held its 2024 North America Technology Symposium, where it filled in attendees and investors on its technology roadmap for the future.
You may rightly ask: okay but what does this have to do with me, a user of Apple products? Well, TSMC is a chip fabrication company, and likely the most advanced one in the world. They’ve been Apple’s partner for nearly all of its chips major chips—the A series for iPhones and iPads, the M series for Macs, and more. And Apple is often first in line for new manufacturing processes from TSMC, paying a premium to be the first customer to get to use 5nm or 3nm technologies, for example.
Here’s a summary of the TSMC roadmap and what it might mean for future Apple silicon, and therefore future iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more.
What’s a nanometer?
Before we talk about TSMC’s future technologies, let’s have a quick reminder...
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03:30
The ridiculously long wait for iPads has reached 18...
Macworld
Earlier this week we got some surprising news out of Cupertino. After weeks of reported delays, Apple announced that it will be holding an event on May 7 with the tagline Let Loose that will presumably feature new iPads. That would make a whopping 559 days since the announcement of the 10th-gen iPad and...
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03:28
How To Fix an iPhone That Keeps Restarting After iOS...
03:15
Verizon offers upgrades to its Home Device Protect...
It never hurts to have insurance for all your devices and Verizon may have just upped its game in this department. The wireless carrier announced an update for its Home Device Protect plan that repairs or replaces an unlimited number of devices from computers, game consoles, smart home devices, TVs, and now robot vacuums, healthcare […]
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03:00
TSMC outlines 1.6-nanometer production process,...
TSMC’s next-generation Apple silicon chips are only going to get smaller and more powerful. The chipmaker on Thursday announced plans to create 1.6-nanometer chips that could be used in future generations of Apple silicon processors. TSMC yesterday unveiled a series of technologies, including the “A16” process, which is a 1.6nm node. The new technology significantly […]
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03:00
This $80 OneAir plan uses AI to land you the best...
Macworld
While travel costs continue to rise steadily, that doesn’t mean you have to ditch your vacation dreams. With OneAir, a members-only travel app, you can save on your travel planning by letting this platform’s AI find the best airfare deals.
Through April 30, you can grab lifetime access to the OneAir Elite Plan for only $79.97 (reg. $790).
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02:00
Apple Thunderbolt Display requires native...
Macworld
Apple made its popular Apple Thunderbolt Display from 2011 to 2016–we still get questions about using the display eight years after it was discontinued. Even though the Thunderbolt Display used an older Thunderbolt standard, it remained compatible with Thunderbolt 3 when that newer standard was released, as well as with the even fresher Thunderbolt 4.
The Apple Thunderbolt Display offered a Thunderbolt 2 data connection via a jack that is identical in appearance to Mini DisplayPort. Thunderbolt 3 requires USB-C, a standard that can connect devices and computers using Thunderbolt 3/4, USB 3.1 and later, and USB4. USB-C is a specification for ports, jacks, and cables; Thunderbolt and USB’s numbered standards define what flows over those connections. (There were some tweaky elements of using Mini...
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01:24
How To Install iOS 17.5 & iPadOS 17.5 Developer...
01:00
You can get a refurbished iPad Pro with a 9.7-inch...
Macworld
Apple is touted for its iPads, which offer storage, performance, and more under a sleek package. While iPads are typically hundreds of dollars, you can score wallet-friendly savings with this pre-loved iPad Pro, which is now only $170.99 (reg. $599).
Though this iPad Pro isn’t brand new, it boasts a Grade “B” refurbishment rating, meaning it may have light cosmetic imperfections, though its performance has been inspected to ensure it works...
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Thursday April 25
17:54
Former Apple researchers launch startup focused on...
Two former Apple employees who worked for the company as cybersecurity researchers are now launching their own startup. Called DoubleYou, the startup is focused on helping creators of cybersecurity products protect iOS devices and Macs.
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17:17
Verizon reveals another price increase, this time...
Verizon has another price increase on the way. In an email to customers on Thursday, the company revealed a $5 per month price increase affecting plans tied to Apple Watch and other connected smartwatches.
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16:15
Fitness and wellness app Gentler Streak updated with...
Gentler Streak, the popular fitness and wellness app for Apple platforms, has just received an update that will make the app easier to use for more people around the world. That’s because the latest version of Gentler Streak has introduced support for Asian languages.
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13:55
Apple releases eight small AI language models aimed...
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In the world of AI, what might be called "small language models" have been growing in popularity recently because they can be run on a local device instead of requiring data center-grade computers in the cloud. On Wednesday, Apple introduced a set of tiny source-available AI language models called OpenELM that are small enough to run directly on a smartphone. They're mostly proof-of-concept research models for now, but they could form the basis of future on-device AI offerings from Apple.
Apple's new AI models, collectively named OpenELM for "Open-source Efficient Language Models," are currently available on the Hugging Face under an...
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13:43
9to5Mac Daily: April 25, 2024 – iPhone 17 Plus,...
13:38
Meta says it will take years to make money from...
Pretty much every tech company has been investing in generative AI for the past two years, and Apple is rumored to finally bring new AI-based tools to iPhone users soon with iOS 18. However, the costs of operating such tools are quite high, and Meta has just confirmed that it will take years for the company to make money from AI.
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13:14
Review: Satechi launches two new 15W Qi2 charging...
Satechi, today, is launching its first-ever Qi2 chargers for iPhone 15. I’ve been using them over the past few days and am already in love with the premium folding designs, 15W charging speeds, and the option to add in Apple Watch fast-charging for less than the competition.
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12:45
Upgrade your Mac setup with these products: My...
If you’re looking to take your desk setup to the next level, this is the guide for you. Head below for some of my favorite products that can improve your working setup, ranging from accessories to decorations and more. All the things on this list are things I’ve personally used and can vouch for.
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10:56
iPad Apple event announced, FineWoven winding down,...
Benjamin and Chance get hyped for the just-announced Apple event, entitled ‘Let Loose’ set for May 7, in which we expect Apple to finally update the iPad hardware lineup. There’s also rumors that Apple is preparing to end FineWoven case production, and a weird curio that the iPhone 17 Plus screen may get slightly smaller. Elsewhere, AirPlay for hotels finally arrives and Apple is nearing a deal to exclusively stream the 2025 FIFA Club Word Cup.
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10:53
Hands-on: The best iOS features to upgrade your...
I was recently lucky enough to go on a great vacation where we spent eight days traveling across Europe. One of the things I noticed was just how helpful my iPhone was throughout this experience. Yes, we all know that we can use maps to help us navigate new cities and geographies. But did you know that you could convert currencies directly in the Notes or iMessage apps? Or that you could create a shared library so everyone on the trip can see all the pictures you took. I found over 25 iOS features that are specifically built into iOS to enhance and make your travels easier.
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10:05
Spotify Update Stalled in Apple’s App Store Review...
09:56
Apple Card teams up with Nike for 10% cash back
Apple Card has shared its latest promotion for customers – 10% Daily Cash up to $50 back on purchases at Nike. Here are the details…
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09:41
iPhone Activation Market Share Hits New Low as...
An anonymous reader shares a report: Consumer Intelligence Research Partners is out with a report on how iPhone activations compare to Android in the US. The latest data shows a notable drop over the last year bringing Apple's US smartphone market share of new activations back in time six years. CIRP shared its new iPhone report on its Substack this morning. The firm notes that while it believes Apple's installed smartphone base is higher than the recent share of US smartphone activations, the latter has taken a dive.
As shown below, the metric peaked at 40% for Q1 and Q2 in 2023 with Apple seeing a decline to 33% of new smartphone activations in the US as of Q1 2024, says CIRP. That means 2 out of 3 new smartphone activations in the US are Android devices. Per CIRP's data, Apple hasn't seen numbers that low since 2017.
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09:33
Satechi launches Slim Mechanical Keyboard, announces...
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Save $500 on 16-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro, Anker power...
08:41
Save 26% on Logitech’s MX Mechanical Mini for Mac...
Macworld
Apple makes very good keyboards, but some users don’t like the feel of the keys–that’s important, especially if you spend most of your day working at your Mac. Many people like the clicky feel of a mechanical keyboard, and you can get a discount on some clicky goodness on Amazon.
Amazon is selling the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini for Mac keyboard for 26 percent off the regular price–it’s $111.51, down from the regular price of $150, the best price we’ve ever seen. It’s a mini keyboard, so it doesn’t have a number pad, but it has low-profile keys and a backlight that automatically adjusts to your room’s lighting. It connects via Bluetooth, charges through USB-C, and is available in a classy pale grey and white combo. Logitech also...
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08:08
iPhone Upgrade Program glitch gives customers...
A curious email from Apple is making its way to iPhone Upgrade Program customers. The message is telling many who upgraded to an iPhone 15 last fall that their completed trade-in has been “canceled” and the paid-off loan will “resume.”
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07:40
Spotify Says Apple Has Rejected Its App Update With...
Apple has rejected Spotify's new version of its iOS app with in-app pricing information for users in the European Union, the audio streaming firm said on Thursday. Reuters: The Swedish company submitted a new version of its app to Apple with basic pricing and website information, which is a minimum requirement under the European Commission's ruling in its music streaming case, it said in a post on X on Wednesday. Spotify said the Cupertino, California based-Apple rejected its update in a response directly sent to the company.
"Apple has once again defied the European Commission's decision, rejecting our update for attempting to communicate with customers about our prices unless we pay Apple a new tax. Their disregard for consumers and developers is matched only by their disdain for the law," a spokesperson for Spotify said in a statement. In March, Brussels fined Apple with 1.84 billion euros ($1.97 billion) for thwarting competition from music streaming rivals via...
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06:51
Google Chrome for macOS Now Masks Media Control...
06:28
Verizon upgrades Home Device Protect to cover almost...
Verizon is out with an update for its Home Device Protect plan that repairs or replaces an unlimited number of devices from computers, game consoles, smart home devices, TVs, and now robot vacuums, healthcare devices, and more. The service also now covers a 2nd residence, 24/7 tech support, in-home expert visits, and more.
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06:20
The best iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro cases
Macworld
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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05:52
Spotify: Apple has ‘defied’ the EU by blocking...
Yesterday we learned that Spotify decided to pass on Apple’s new EU terms that would allow it to use alternative payment methods due to the Core Technology Fee. Instead, it submitted an app update with pricing info and details on how to subscribe outside of the App Store without giving users a link. Now Spotify says Apple has unjustly blocked the update and again “defied the European Commission”.
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