A study analyzing Apple, Microsoft, and SpaceX suggests that return to office (RTO) mandates can lead to a higher rate of employees, especially senior-level ones, leaving the company, often to work at competitors.
The study (PDF), published this month by University of Chicago and University of Michigan researchers and reported by The Washington Post on Sunday, says:
In this paper, we provide causal evidence that RTO mandates...
| Read more »Last week at its iPad event, Apple demoed the future of Logic Pro when it previewed Logic Pro 2 for iPad. The new update leans heavily into AI-driven features, including powerful automatic stem-splitting and the ability to record a fully AI-built band.
These Logic Pro updates are now available on both iPad and Mac. Here are the details.
| Read more »The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) released its latest report on how consumers feel about their smartphones. After just edging out the competition last year, Apple’s iPhone has lost its title as the sole winner of the study.
| Read more »Sketchy Rumor Suggests Next iPad Air Will Pack an M3 Chip
While Apple’s new iPad Air and Pro models are yet to reach customers who pre-ordered, the rumors about the next iPad Air have already begun to swirl. According to a new report from MacRumors citing “a private account with a proven track record of sharing accurate information,” the next iPad Air will pack an M3 processor. If this rumor […]
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| Read more »Setapp Mobile launches as an invitation-only beta in the EU today, offering European iPhone owners a far easier way to get access to multiple apps for a single monthly subscription than the clunky US experience.
Even better, for the lucky ones given access to the early beta, it’s free for now …
| Read more »Just a week after Apple’s Let Loose event, the first reviews of Apple’s new flagship tablets have arrived. And as with all iPad Pros that came before, two things are true: The hardware is incredible, but the software is lacking.
Design
Writing at The Verge, David Pierce calls the M4 iPad Pro “a genuine achievement in tablet design” in the very first sentence. He remarks how the device “feels like a piece of glass in your hand” and it’s so thin that “the USB-C plug I use to charge the 13-inch Pro I’ve been testing is already thicker than the iPad itself.”
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| Read more »The White House has announced steep increases in a number of Chinese import tariffs, raising the prospect of another trade war between the two countries.
The last time this happened, China directly threatened to use Apple as a bargaining chip in response to new tariffs imposed by the previous administration …
| Read more »The trio of Apple TV+, Netflix and Peacock are to be packaged in a new streaming TV bundle option, as teased by Comcast CEO Brian Roberts at a conference today.
More details about the bundle offering will be revealed later this month, but Roberts promised a “vastly reduced” price compared to buying the three services separately.
| Read more »The OLED screen is the headline feature of the shiny new iPad Pro, but it seems that a little more software tweaking may be needed. Testing by one reviewer found that the device struggles to display certain shades of blue.
Specifically, HDR highlights are blown out, appearing almost white, in a problem the report says is replicable on the 13-inch iPad Pro …
| Read more »Apple’s iPads now all use the universal USB-C connector port rather than Apple’s old Lightning connector. The M1/M2/M4 iPad Pro models use the even more capable but identical-looking (and compatible to USB-C) Thunderbolt connection (USB4).
What many people don’t realise is that the USB-C port is good for more than charging or plugging in wired earbuds. Apple’s tablets can also be used with other peripherals that transform it into an even more versatile computer. As such, iPad owners have a wide range of USB-C accessories available to them unless their older iPad still uses the Lightning connector.
Some of the USB-C hubs connect directly into the iPad. Others require a cable connection; some come with both, which helps when the iPad is in a protective case. We have also...
| Read more »Both the new and M4 iPad Pro, which were announced last week, come with a bunch of upgrades. They also come with exclusive new wallpapers that aren’t available for previous iPad models – but you can download them for any device right here.
| Read more »After unveiling the new iPad Air and iPad Pro lines, cutting the 9th-gen iPad, and dropping the price of the 10th-gen iPad, inquiring minds want to know when Apple is going to give the iPad mini its overdue refresh. Unfortunately, it might be...
| Read more »If you haven’t yet watched yesterday’s OpenAI event, I highly recommend doing so. The headline news was that the latest GPT-4o model works seamlessly with any combination of text, audio, and video.
That includes the ability to ‘show’ the GPT-4o app a screen recording you are taking of another app – and it’s this capability the company showed off with a pretty insane iPad AI tutor demo …
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| Read more »When did being able to read the room become a lost art?
The arc of backlash to Apple’s “Crush” ad was wild to observe. The Macalope’s first reaction to it was thinking it missed the mark as a metaphor. Destroying the creative arts to make an iPad was not the right way to get across the creative things you can do with an iPad, and many other, better metaphors could have been used. But he certainly didn’t think it’d be met with the staunch opposition it has, an opposition that ultimately led to the company apologizing and canceling plans to show the ad on TV.
Sure, Apple’s always had its detractors, a swath of people who are always happy to tell the company that whatever it’s doing, it’s doing it wrong. But this time the calls were coming from inside the house. Apple “crushed” creativity and one of...
| Read more »It may not be a huge update, but it’s out the door. Apple on Monday released its macOS Sonoma 14.5 update, which appears to have very few visible updates and could largely be considered a series of bug fixes. Among the issues that appear to have been fixed is a bug wherein certain FaceTime users […]
| Read more »Apple on Monday released its iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5, two major updates to its mobile operating systems that emerged more than two months after the launch of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4. The updates include the following fixes, changes, and new features: Some features may not be available for all regions or on all […]
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| Read more »Apple launched new iPhones in 2023, but there was also an iPhone update available for all iPhones from the iPhone XR up: iOS 17. The iOS 17 software update was made available to hundreds of millions of iPhones on Monday, September 18, 2023.
New features in iOS 17 include contact posters, NameDrop, StandBy, Live Voicemail, FaceTime video voicemail, a whole new Siri voice recognition model, huge improvements to autocorrect and dictation, and a lot more.
It’s almost like getting a new iPhone without paying a penny. In this article, we discuss everything you need to know about iOS 17, including all the features and any issues that arise, as well as keeping tabs on the latest version and what is coming in the next update.
Development of iOS 17 is likely to slow down now that Apple is working on iOS 18...
| Read more »Fix: Apple Music Not Working after iOS 17.5 Update
Apple Music not working in iOS 17.5? well, you are not alone. I have been facing the same after the recent update and haven’t been able to stream music. The reason could be related to the iOS update making the app buggy, so I tried a few solutions that fixed the error for me. Here […]
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| Read more »How to Fix iOS 17.5 Update Issues
If you’re having trouble installing the iOS 17.5 update, don’t worry, I’ve got your back. I’ve been enjoying iOS 17.5 on my iPhone 15 Pro and its awesome features since day one. But, I remember struggling to get it on my old iPhone 12. Luckily, I figured it out and I’m here to help anyone […]
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| Read more »Fix: No Service After iOS 17.5 Update (No Cellular Data)
The iOS 17.5 update is causing problems for certain users, with some of these problems involving the iPhone not working or connecting to a network provider. Moreover, the update has become a critical issue for certain iPhone users. Fortunately, solutions are available. Let’s explore. How to Fix No Service After iOS 17.5 Update The best […]
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| Read more »How to Fix an Error Occurred Installing iOS 17.5
Getting a message that an error occurred while installing iOS 17.5 is frustrating, but that doesn’t mean it’s the end of the world or the end of your iPhone. I recently had to help a friend install iOS 17.5 on their iPhone 12 mini, and I was shocked at how easy the solution to this […]
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| Read more »How to Fix SIM Card Failure in iOS 17.5
iOS 17.5 may be causing some users’ SIM failure. Fortunately, a solution is available, though it may not be what you want to hear. Continue reading to learn more about what to do. How to Fix SIM Card Failure in iOS 17.5 Unfortunately, it’s possible that the problem may have to do with your cellular […]
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| Read more »iOS 17.5: How to Stop Your Battery From Draining Too Fast
Is your battery draining fast after the iOS 17.5 update? I have faced the same since the update and all my battery drained out within 6-7 hours of full charging. Here are all the solutions I found to be helpful. How to Fix Battery Draining Fast After iOS 17.5 Update With every new update, battery […]
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| Read more »How to Install HomePod 17.5 Software Update
The 17.5 software update for HomePod and HomePod mini is now available. According to Apple, it adds performance and stability improvements. Here’s how to install the update and elevate your speaker experience. How to Update to HomePod Software 17.5 You can also toggle on the button for HomePod under Automatic Updates so that your OS […]
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| Read more »How to Install tvOS 17.5 on Your Apple TV
For those wanting to download and install tvOS 17.5, the update is now officially available for Apple TV devices, bringing bug fixes and minor improvements. Here’s how to update: What Models Support tvOS 17.5? The following devices support iOS 17.5: How to Install tvOS 17.5 Once the update is complete, your Apple TV will restart […]
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| Read more »How To Install macOS Sonoma 14.5 on Your Mac
macOS Sonoma 14.5 was released on May 13, introducing a new word game for Apple News+ subscribers, and includes features for tracking game stats and streaks. Here’s a full guide on how to download and install the update. Which Devices Support macOS Sonoma 14.5? You can install macOS Sonoma 14.5 on the following iMac and […]
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| Read more »How To Install watchOS 10.5 on Your Apple Watch
watchOS 10.5 has arrived, delivering essential bug fixes along with a new Pride watch face. Let’s go over the steps to install it on your Apple Watch. Which Devices Support watchOS 10.5? You can install watchOS 10.5 on these Apple Watch models and generations. Before you download and install watchOS 10.5, check the following: Also, […]
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| Read more »How To Install iPadOS 17.5 on Your iPad
Apple just dropped the new iPadOS 17.5 on May 13. This update is for everyone, whether you’re working, creating, or just playing around on your iPad. In this guide, we’ll show you how to install the latest update, so you can dive into all the new features. Which Devices Support iPadOS 17.5? iPadOS 17 is […]
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| Read more »How To Install iOS 17.5 on Your iPhone
Apple released iOS 17.5 on May 13, adding new features like Cross-Platform Tracking Detection and the ability to download EU apps from websites. Here’s how to install the update to keep up with the latest changes. Which Devices Support iOS 17.5? iOS 17 supports a wide range of devices, from the iPhone 15 series to […]
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| Read more »[Solved] Apple CarPlay Not Working After iOS 17.4 / 17.4.1 Update
If you’re experiencing issues with Apple CarPlay after updating to iOS 17.4 or iOS 17.4.1, a solution is now available. Apple has released iOS 17.5, which resolves all known CarPlay problems. Simply update your device to the latest iOS version. How Do I Fix Apple CarPlay Not Working After the iOS 17.4 / iOS 17.4.1 […]
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| Read more »Learning to code isn’t easy, but fortunately, there are learning solutions catered to beginners, as well as programs designed to enhance your coding workflow.
If you’re looking for a beginner-friendly, educational coding course, look no further than the Learn to Code Bundle. It’s on sale for only $55.97 and comes with Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2022, software designed to enhance your...
| Read more »Apple Vision Pro Finally Eyes Global Expansion 3+ Months After the US Launch
Apple is reportedly preparing to launch its mixed-reality headset, the Vision Pro, in international markets for the first time, 11 months after it was first announced at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference. The company is currently training employees from markets like China, Japan, France, and Germany, which could mean that these regions will be among the first to get […]
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| Read more »M4 OLED iPad Pro Has an HDR Bug, But Apple Promises Fix On The Way
Apple’s new iPads are now out of embargo, and we can finally read the top reviews. While the new iPad Pros are receiving praise for their display and powerful processor, a new report from iMore highlights a bug with HDR content, saying that certain shades of blue on the OLED iPad Pro are causing colors […]
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| Read more »When Apple announced the new iPad Pro lineup last week, it also unveiled a new Magic Keyboard accessory that it touted as being “thinner and lighter” than its predecessor.
While Apple doesn’t share official weight specifications for iPad accessories, the first reviews of the M4 iPad Pro today confirm that the new Magic Keyboard is noticeably lighter.
| Read more »OpenAI has launched an official macOS app for ChatGPT, with a Windows version coming "later this year." "Both free and paid users will be able to access the new app, but it will only be available to ChatGPT Plus users starting today before a broader rollout in 'the coming weeks,'" reports The Verge. From the report: In the demo shown by OpenAI, users could open the ChatGPT desktop app in a small window, alongside another program. They asked ChatGPT questions about what's on their screen -- whether by typing or saying it. ChatGPT could then respond based on what it "sees." OpenAI says users can ask ChatGPT a question by using the Option + Space keyboard shortcut, as well as take and discuss screenshots within the app. Further reading: OpenAI Launches New Free Model GPT-4o
| Read more »The first iPad Pro reviews are here, and as we rounded up earlier today, they focus a lot on the new OLED displays, the M4 chip, and the limitations of iPadOS as a platform. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Apple marketing executive Tom Boger explained how the iPad compares to the Mac, and touched on whether Apple might ever release a touchscreen Mac.
| Read more »If you’re looking for a new smartwatch, the Apple Watch Series 9 is the best of the best, with a gorgeous design, an incredible array of sensors, and the best display in the business. But it’s even better when you can get one for this cheap: Amazon is selling the 41mm Apple Watch Series 9 and 45mm Apple Watch Series 9 for $299 and $329, respectively, a savings of $100 and 25 percent off the MSRP.
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| Read more »Following the announcement of new iPads last week, the press has just published the first reviews for the M4 iPad Pro. We also now have reviews for the , and they praise the balance between having enough powerful hardware for a reasonable price.
| Read more »Apple and Google have launched a new industry standard called "Detecting Unwanted Location Trackers" to combat the misuse of Bluetooth trackers for stalking. Starting Monday, iPhone and Android users will receive alerts when an unknown Bluetooth device is detected moving with them. The move comes after numerous cases of trackers like Apple's AirTags being used for malicious purposes.
Several Bluetooth tag companies have committed to making their future products compatible with the new standard. Apple and Google said they will continue collaborating with the Internet Engineering Task Force to further develop this technology and address the issue of unwanted tracking.
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Apple has released the latest updates for virtually all of its actively supported devices today. Most include a couple handfuls of security updates, some new features for Apple News+ subscribers, and something called Cross-Platform Tracking Protection for Bluetooth devices.
The iOS 17.5, iPadOS 17.5, macOS 4.5, watchOS 10.5, tvOS 17.5, and HomePod Software 17.5 updates are all available to download now.
Cross-Platform Tracking Protection notifications alert users "if a compatible Bluetooth tracker they do not own is moving with them, regardless of what operating system the devices is paired with." Apple has already implemented protections to prevent AirTag stalking, and Cross-Platform Tracking...
| Read more »Apple last week announced a , which is now available for pre-order. While the company says the new iPads will be officially launched on Wednesday, May 15, the press has already got their hands on the new iPad – and the first reviews praise the new OLED display but at the same time criticize things like price and software.
| Read more »The AI race is in full swing, and OpenAI just fired its latest salvo with its “Spring Update” announcements. The most significant new part is a new model, ChatGPT-4o (the “o” stands for “omni”), which is faster and smarter with better multi-model capabilities, and importantly, available to all users, not just those who subscribe.
In addition, there are new tools for developers, a new GPT Store to more easily find customized GPTs, and crucially, a new Mac app (a Windows app will come later this year).
ChatGPT-4o
The focus of GPT-4o seems to be on making it easier to use for more people, but it is still OpenAI’s most capable AI product yet. Benchmarks from the company show industry-leading performance on text evaluation, automatic speech recognition, visual understanding, and more. Voice generation is improved with a more natural sound, more emotion, and the ability to do things like sing, be...
| Read more »Enlarge / The 2024, M4-equipped 13-inch iPad Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon)
The new iPad Pro is a technical marvel, with one of the best screens I’ve ever seen, performance that few other machines can touch, and a new, thinner design that no one expected.
It’s a prime example of Apple flexing its engineering and design muscles for all to see. Since it marks the company’s first foray into OLED beyond the iPhone and the first time a new M-series chip has debuted on something other than a Mac, it comes across as a tech demo for where the company is headed beyond just tablets.
Still, it remains unclear why most people would spend one, two, or even three thousand dollars on a tablet that, despite its amazing hardware, does less than a comparably priced laptop—or at least...
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The new 13-inch iPad Air with the Apple M2 processor inside. [credit:
Andrew Cunningham ]
The iPad Air has been a lot of things in the last decade-plus. In 2013 and 2014, the first iPad Airs were just The iPad, and the “Air” label simply denoted how much lighter and more streamlined they were than the initial 2010 iPad and 2011’s long-lived iPad 2. After that, the iPad Air 2 survived for years as an entry-level model, as Apple focused on introducing and...
| Read more »Apple has released a large set of operating system updates, including iOS 17.5, iPadOS 17.5, macOS 14.5 Sonoma, watchOS 10.5, tvOS 17.5, HomePod Software 17.5, macOS Ventura 13.6.7, macOS Monterey 12.7.5, iOS 16.7.8, and iPadOS 16.7.8. New features include alerts for Android-paired tracking devices moving with you and a new game and leaderboard for Apple News+ subscribers.
| Read more »One of the updates with iOS 17.5 is a new, original word game from Apple called “Quartiles.” However, it’s not part of Apple Arcade and is actually found in the News app. Here’s how to find and play Quartiles in iOS 17.5.
| Read more »The results of our poll asking how often you use macOS’s versioning feature show that nearly three-quarters of TidBITS readers either never use versioning or don’t even know what it is. But versioning could save you from losing work—it’s worth trying.
| Read more »Some of the best M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air cases have arrived and we are here to take a closer look. Apple’s M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air are just days away from being loaded up and shipped across the country, and now it’s time to look at some accessories for them. Pre-order deals have already arrived on both the M4 Pro and Apple’s latest-generation iPad Air, not to mention a slight price drop on its new for the M4 pro-grade tablet, but some of our favorite brands have now unleashed their latest offerings as well. From the best leather M4 iPad Pro covers (Burton Goods we are looking at you), to the latest premium DODOcase models, keyboard models from Logitech, and the first first-party magnetic Smart Folios, some of the best cases, covers, and...
| Read more »Apple just released OTA iOS 9.9.17.5 (beta) (Build 21F6079) for:
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Apple has officially released iOS 17.5 with developers to the general public. The update brings a handful of new features and changes for iPhone users. Head below for everything we know right now.
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| Read more »Apple on Monday released iOS 17.5 to iPhone users. The update brings some new features to Apple News+ and also introduces Cross-Platform Tracking Detection – an anti-stalking feature announced last year in partnership with Google. Read on as we detail what this means and what changes now.
| Read more »When it comes to smart assistant availability, Apple has taken a vastly different approach with Siri than Amazon has with Alexa. Whereas the latter assistant can come baked into a variety of non-Amazon smart devices, Apple has largely restricted Siri to its own first-party products. One exception came in late 2021 when ecobee added support for Siri in its SmartThermostat. Now, three years later, a second product has received Siri integration.
| Read more »Less than a month ahead of WWDC, Apple has released macOS Sonoma 14.5 update to all compatible Macs, likely the last update before we get our first look at macOS 15. There are a few new features in the update but it’s mainly filled with performance and security fixes.
macOS 14.5: Release notes
Apple’s release notes for macOS Sonoma 14.5 state that the update includes the following improvements and bug fixes:
Apple notes that some features may not be available for all regions or Macs.
macOS 14.5: New features
The only known new features for macOS 14.5 are for News+ subscribers. There is a new game called Quartiles that...
| Read more »Apple Releases iOS 17.5, iPadOS 17.5 & macOS Sonoma 14.5: Here’s What’s New
Apple today finally rolled out the much-anticipated software updates for iPhone, iPad, and Macs. The updates, iOS 17.5, iPadOS 17.5, and macOS Sonoma 14.5, began rolling out today, around two months after Apple pushed iOS 17.4, iPadOS 17.4, and macOS Sonoma 14.4. iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 are two of the major updates packed with […]
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| Read more »Apple and Google Finally Team Up to Protect Users from Unwanted Tracking
Tech giants Apple and Google have joined forces to combat unwanted tracking via Bluetooth devices. This collaboration has resulted in the creation of an industry-standard called “Detecting Unwanted Location Trackers.” This standard will let both iPhones and Android phones (version 6.0 and later) identify unknown tracking devices in their vicinity. The new system has an […]
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| Read more »Today OpenAI held a spring update event, where it outlined some of its latest work on the ChatGPT platform. One key announcement was the arrival of a new Mac desktop app, but the larger focus was on a new flagship model of ChatGPT. This new model, GPT-4o, arrives just in time for a rumored deep integration into iOS 18 at WWDC.
| Read more »Maybe it’s me, or maybe it’s the iPhone 15 Pro, but I finally cracked my first iPhone screen ever. I used my local Best Buy for the repair as they handle authorized Apple repairs. They did a fantastic job, and it was done within a few hours. A few weeks later, after a day of yard work, I noticed a small scratch on my screen. Ugh, right? Thankfully it wasn’t cracked, but I clearly cannot be trusted at this point. I decided to upgrade my iPhone case to one with a built in screen protector. I ended up with the .
| Read more »iOS 17.5 has landed for everyone with several new user-facing features. And there are also 15 important security fixes that come with the update. Here are the full details on everything that’s been patched.
| Read more »Today at OpenAI’s spring update keynote, the company announced that ChatGPT would soon become more easily accessible thanks to a brand new desktop app launching on the Mac.
| Read more »Apple holds a Back to School promotion every year (now known as the Higher Education Offer to avoid confusion because it’s only open to students once they enter higher education, and the institutions and teachers, not school-age children). As part of the deal, Apple offers an incentive with purchases of qualifying Apple products.
Apple’s ‘Back to School’ deal runs in various locations around the world during the summer months. The deal usually ends about a month after the first university semester begins in that country.
Apple Higher Education Offer has already run in Australia, New Zealand...
| Read more »Apple has officially released iOS 17.5, bringing new games in News+ and cross-platform tracking detection to iPhone users. Apple’s latest Pride wallpaper is also featured. The update is available alongside iPadOS 17.5, macOS 14.5 Sonoma, and more.
| Read more »We’re three months into Apple Vision Pro launching in the US and expectations are building for international availability to arrive after WWDC 2024 in June. But what do after-market sales look like now? As it happens, you can pick up a new Vision Pro on eBay at a $500 or more discount – although there are some caveats.
| Read more »During the coronavirus lockdowns millions of people around the world were reliant on video apps such as Zoom or Apple’s own FaceTime to chat with family and friends online. Lockdowns may be a thing of the past, but video calling still remains popular and is here to stay. And, of course, many of us are still working from home the majority of the time, continuing to use business-oriented apps such as Skype or Microsoft Teams to set up video calls with colleagues and clients.
Apart from the Mac mini, Mac Studio and Mac Pro, all Macs have one of Apple’s FaceTime cameras already built in, so you don’t necessarily need to buy a new webcam for video calls. However, the webcams on older Macs offer embarrassingly low resolution...
| Read more »Apple Vision Pro first launched in the US only back in February, and it was unknown how long it would take for Apple to bring the product to more countries. Now, a new report indicates the wait may not be much longer.
| Read more »Apple loves to make its products thinner, even if no one asks for it. When Apple revealed the new iPad Pro it made its thinnest tablets ever–the 11- and 13-inch iPad Pro are 5.3 mm and 5.1 mm thick, respectively. But for longtime Apple users, proclamations about the slender profile bring back memories of Bendgate, which happened with the iPhone 6 Plus, the iPhone SE, and most importantly the 2018 iPad Pro.
Bendgate isn’t going to happen with these...
| Read more »After Apple’s iPad-focused event last week, many observers – including yours truly – pointed out that the new iPad Pro is actually thinner and lighter than the iPad Air. This had me wondering what “Air” actually means nowadays for Apple.
In a new interview, Greg Joswiak, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing, offered up an explanation.
| Read more »Alongside the new M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air, the iPad 10 remains in the lineup as the entry-level tablet from Apple with a lower price. Here’s a look at what’s the same and different when considering the M2 iPad Air vs iPad 10.
| Read more »With new Apple gear about to get unleashed into the wild, and the recent debut of the 2024 Beats Solo headphones, today’s roundup of deals is loaded with the first price drops on the latest and greatest. Amazon has now knocked $50 off Apple’s new M2 iPad Air alongside discounts on the new M2 iPad Air from $570. From there, we have some of the best prices ever on the M3 MacBook Air from $950 as well as the very first price drop on this year’s Beats Solo 4 update at $150. Head below for a closer look at everything in today’s 9to5toys Launch Break.
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| Read more »Coordinating teams and in-office days in our new normal of hybrid work is a difficult task, and one that carries a lot of untapped potential for productivity tools. Today Microsoft announced the public preview launch of Places, a new app a couple years in the making that aims to use AI to assist teams in syncing their in-office time.
| Read more »Apple’s Upcoming Native Ad-Blocker in Safari Worries UK Media Group
Apple’s upcoming iOS 18 update is anticipated to be one of the biggest updates, slated to debut during WWDC. One of the features that the next iOS will pack could be an AI-powered privacy feature, dubbed “Web Eraser” in Safari, to remove ads or other unwanted content on the website. For better understanding, let’s just assume that it will be a native […]
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| Read more »Even though the new iPad Pro and iPad Air feature bigger and better screens than ever before, they’ll also be cheaper than ever to replace – assuming you buy AppleCare+. Here are the full details.
| Read more »Apple just published a new Press Release:
| Read more »It’s been only a couple of months since Apple’s most popular Mac was updated to the M3 chip, and about half a year since the M3 first debuted.
But already, thanks to the M4’s inclusion in the new iPad Pro, prospective Mac buyers are wondering when this new iPad-exclusive chip will make its way into the Mac lineup.
Here’s what we currently expect from the M4’s Mac timeline.
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| Read more »With WWDC 2024 less than a month away, we’re starting to get a good idea of what Apple has in mind as its big software announcements, namely iOS 18. We already knew that AI was likely to be a major theme of the event, but a new report offers specifics of what that will involve.
According to the generally well-informed leaker Mark Gurman (citing “people familiar with the matter”), Apple “has closed in on an agreement” with OpenAI to bring ChatGPT features to the iPhone as of the launch of iOS 18 this year. Crucially, that would mean the technology...
| Read more »VPN services can give you online privacy, unblock regional content on streaming services like Netflix, iPlayer, Max, and Prime, and allow you to access websites that aren’t available in your region. They are also an essential tool if you have a MacBook and want to securely connect to open Wi-Fi networks in cafes, hotels, airports and other places. We can help you find the cheapest VPN to suit your needs.
Choosing which VPN service to subscribe to can be difficult and this is compounded by the fact that there are so many offers and discounts. That’s where we come in. All of the services you’ll find below are ones we’d use ourselves – and we do so daily.
Read How to use a VPN on a Mac for more information, and if you still aren’t sure why you need a VPN read:...
| Read more »Apple Music is kicking off a 10-day countdown today, during which it will share the 100 Best Albums of all time.
“The list is an editorial statement, fully independent of any streaming numbers on Apple Music — a love letter to the records that have shaped the world music lovers live and listen in,” Apple Music says.
| Read more »Mac security software adds another layer of protection to what Apple already provides, with features that can help to protect your identity, passwords, and financial details. These are the things that criminals are after, and they’ll often use cunning ways to extract them rather than spending time trying to break past Apple’s defenses in macOS.
Although some of the packages here are solely focused on macOS, others will also protect Android and Windows devices you might also own, and that makes the price of protection much cheaper per computer.
Good security software should warn you before you click on a dangerous website, or open a ‘phishing’ email with a dodgy attachment, which could trick you into handing over your bank details, passwords, or other sensitive information.
Apple does include some...
| Read more »After Apple was required to make big changes in Europe to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), Microsoft and Booking.com have also been ruled to be subject to the antitrust law …
| Read more »The US judge who ordered Apple to allow developers to sell apps outside of the official App Store has sharply criticized the way the iPhone maker has responded.
Epic Games went back to court to claim that Apple was not properly complying with the antitrust order, and remarks made by judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers indicate that she is in agreement …
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| Read more »We learned earlier this month that Apple was actively discussing a success-based bonus system for Apple TV+ talent – in which writers, actors, and directors would be paid less up-front, but receive greater rewards when shows proved popular with audiences.
A new report reveals some of the specifics of this, including the three criteria Apple would apply to determine who receives the bonus payments of up to $10.5M per season …
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| Read more »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 Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but it’s cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too.
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One of the first things they teach you at tech journalist school is to put yourself in the shoes of the casual reader. I’m immersed in the world of Apple products on a daily basis, but many of those who visit Macworld stubbornly insist on having a life. And things that might seem obvious to me, and to Apple’s head-in-the-clouds hipster marketing team, are baffling to them.
It’s worrying for all concerned, then, when I’m the one finding Apple’s product range baffling. But that’s been the case with the iPad for years: between staggered launches, inconsistent naming...
| Read more »Last week at its media event, Apple made the unconventional move of releasing its newest CPU, the M4, within its next-generation iPad Pro tablet, which is currently available for pre-order and will hit the shelves on Wednesday, May 15. Benchmarks for the new M4 iPad Pro units have surfaced over on Geekbench, and offer a […]
| Read more »Best Apple Vision Pro Travel Cases You Can Buy Right Now
The Apple Vision Pro is highly praised for its top-notch build quality, premium feel, and ubercool design. In terms of build, the $3500 Apple’s AR/VR headset features an aluminum frame which gives it a luxurious look and feel. Of course, it’s a great product, but I will not take a chance taking it to places […]
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| Read more »Less Than 0.1% of Developers Sign up for Apple’s New Payment System
A federal judge has questioned whether Apple’s recent changes to its App Store payment system actually address concerns about anti-competitive practices. The changes allow app developers to include links to external payment methods for in-app purchases. However, a key sticking point is the fees associated with this option. Apple still charges a 27% commission to developers who use these […]
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| Read more »No matter what profession you’re in, you likely deal or lead projects on a regular basis. Project organization and management can be a difficult task, but Microsoft Project Professional 2021 can help you start and end your projects successfully.
Through May 22, Microsoft’s leading project management suite (4.4-star rated on GetApp!) is less than $20. It’s a one-time fee that opens lifetime access to tools for auto-population, task reports, and more.
Project offers a wide range of pre-made project...
| Read more »You Can Now Play PS1 Games on iPhone with Gamma Emulator
Gamma, a free-to-download and play PlayStation 1 emulator, made it to iOS and iPadOS App Stores over the weekend. It’s similar to the popular Delta emulator that topped the App Store’s free apps list. It’s developed by ZodTTD, who has been making third-party emulators for iPhones for a long time. However, one concern arises with such emulators, as happened in the past when […]
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| Read more »iPhone 16 Pro Will Reportedly Sport 20% Brighter Display
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 16 Pro could sport an upgraded display, according to a new rumor coming out of China. Tipster Instant Digital on Weibo says that the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro will have 20% increased brightness compared to its predecessor, iPhone 15 Pro. According to Instant Digital, the iPhone 16 Pro is rumored to boast up to 1,200 nits of typical SDR brightness, […]
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| Read more »1Password for Mac Review: Is It the Best Password Manager?
Remembering login details for all our sites or apps is a pain. Many people write down their passwords in unsafe places or, even worse, try to memorize them. This usually means using weak passwords or the same password for everything — which is a big no-no! That’s where a password manager for your Mac, like […]
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| Read more »[Fix] iPhone 15 Pro Max Wi-Fi and Cellular Data Not Working
The iPhone 15 Pro Max boasts lightning-fast internet speeds as it has 5G cellular connectivity and Wi-Fi 6 compatibility. For the most part, these features work fine. However, a surprising number of users have recently been complaining about their Wi-Fi and cellular data not working properly. Their connection keeps dropping. Admittedly, these problems are unacceptable […]
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| Read more »Two years ago, Apple Store workers in Towson, Maryland voted in favor of unionization, making it the first Apple retail location in the United States to unionize. Now, those Apple Towson Town Center employees have authorized a strike, after “a year of negotiations with Apple management that yielded unsatisfactory outcomes.”
| Read more »Apple ID Verification Failed? Here’s How To Fix It
Apple ID lets you create a unified ecosystem where you can transfer files, services, and account data across your devices. You just have to log in to your account. While typically a hassle-free process, you may occasionally experience hiccups with verification. Errors saying you can’t connect to the Apple ID server or that your request […]
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| Read more »OpenAI CEO Sam Altman gave an hour-long interview to the "All-In" podcast (hosted by Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks and David Friedberg). And speaking on technology's advance, Altman said "Phones are unbelievably good.... I personally think the iPhone is like the greatest piece of technology humanity has ever made. It's really a wonderful product."
Q: What comes after it?
Altman: I don't know. I mean, that was what I was saying. It's so good, that to get beyond it, I think the bar is quite high.
Q: You've been working with Jony Ive on something, right?
Altman: We've been discussing ideas, but I don't — like, if I knew...
Altman said later he thought voice interaction "feels like a different way to use a computer."
But the conversation turned to Apple in another way. It happened in a larger conversation where Altman said OpenAI has "currently made the decision not to do music, and partly because exactly these questions of...
Every time a new iPad Pro is announced, Apple’s enthusiasm over how powerful its most advanced tablet is provokes a certain level of public cynicism. Not because Apple’s claims are disputed. But because for all the power the iPad Pro boasts, it still runs iPadOS. And for some, that automatically makes it inexorably less capable than a Mac.
But one significant area where the iPad has the undisputed upper hand on the Mac is in connectivity. You can’t get a Mac with cellular, but the iPad has offered cellular since its 2010 debut. And built-in cellular can prove a major advantage for someone who values having a truly portable computer.
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