Friday June 7
06:31
Best Apple Watch deals this month
Macworld
The Apple Watch is the best smartwatch on the market for many, offering a high-quality smartwatch experience, but it’s not cheap—starting at $399/£3999 for the Apple Watch Series 9. However, you don’t have to pay full price for an Apple Watch. Right now resellers are offering some fantastic deals on the Apple Watch.
The deals are likely to get even better as resellers start to clear out stock of older Apple Watch models that Apple has stopped selling since introducing the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 at its September iPhone event. If it doesn’t have to be the newest Apple Watch, you could see some good savings. Another way to save money is to find a deal that bundles an Apple Watch with another device.
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06:13
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06:00
Ahead of WWDC, Apple highlights developer resources...
05:47
How to watch Apple’s WWDC 2024 keynote live
Macworld
Apple’s yearly Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) is a hugely important event, second in significance only to the company’s iPhone launch each fall. WWDC is important because, at the opening keynote presentation, we get to hear what Apple has in store for its various operating systems, and therefore for the devices that run them. If you own an iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, or Apple TV, WWDC will be relevant to you, and we strongly recommend that you watch the keynote.
Fortunately, you don’t need an invite. The keynote will be streamed online for everyone to watch live. We have embedded the live stream below, so you can watch it here once the event starts. There are other options too, and we outline these below.
If you’re interested in watching the keynote, here’s everything you need to know. You can read more about ...
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05:23
iOS 18 and macOS 15 to include new retro wallpaper...
If you’re a fan of retro iPhone and Mac wallpapers, Apple has a few surprises in store for you this year. Bloomberg reports today that iOS 18 and macOS 15 will include new wallpaper packs that harken back to old school icons, slogans, and artwork.
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05:08
Feature Request: Make iPhone voice transcription a...
iPhone voice transcription is already included in iMessage, and is available in some other chat apps – but not always for free. In Telegram, for example, you have to pay for a premium membership to get the feature.
The latest Bloomberg piece says that Apple is finally bringing audio transcription to the Voice Memo app, and this seems a perfect opportunity to make it a system-wide feature …
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04:46
Best iPhone SE deals of June 2024
Macworld
If you’re looking for an iPhone but don’t want to spend a fortune, the third-gen iPhone SE, Apple’s cheapest current handset, is the phone for you. It features a powerful processor (the A15, which also appeared in the flagship iPhone 13 Pro from 2021) at an affordable price, starting at $429 in the U.S. or £429 in the U.K.
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04:43
Best deals on iPhone 12 (and iPhone 12 mini and 12...
Macworld
If you’re looking to buy an iPhone 12 (or 12 mini, 12 Pro, or 12 Pro Max), make sure you get a terrific deal. Following the iPhone 15 launch, retailers will be looking to clear out any remaining stock; until they do, you can expect great deals on the iPhone 12 range, whether SIM-free or on contract. There are some great discounts on refurbished models too.
In this article we look at every major retailer and contract provider to find the best deals for the iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max. In a separate article we round up the best iPhone deals overall; we also look at the best Apple deals in an even broader article.
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04:34
iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro: Where to get the best...
Macworld
It’s been a long time since you could only get an iPhone directly from Apple or from AT&T. Today, they are offered by all major carriers and big retailers, and many of them want to entice you to buy with them by offering special deals. Of course, you can still buy from Apple directly, either in-store or online, but you can probably find a lower price elsewhere.
That’s particularly relevant if you’re looking at devices that Apple itself no longer sells. The company still sells the iPhone 13, but it discontinued the iPhone 13 Pro when the 14-series handsets came out in fall 2022, and dropped the 13 mini in fall 2023. If...
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04:22
Report: Apple to launch iOS 18 AI features marketed...
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman today reports that Apple will launch its upcoming AI initiatives in iOS 18 and other operating systems under the brand name ‘Apple Intelligence’, which is obviously a convenient twist on the ‘AI’ acronym. The company will official announce the new plans at its WWDC keynote on Monday.
Rather than focus on writing poetry or making up images, the Apple Intelligence suite of features will use large language models to offer functionality that helps users throughout their daily life, with abilities like summarization and rich auto-reply suggestions.
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04:15
How to get your iPhone ready to be the first to try...
Macworld
The Worldwide Developers Conference is just days away, and we expect to hear all about Apple’s new operating systems. With a heavy focus on AI and a lot of other features, we expect iOS 18 to be one of the biggest iOS releases in years.
If you want to try it out before its release this fall, you’ll need to install the beta. We expect the developer beta to be available immediately after the keynote on June 10, while the first public beta release will come a few weeks later in July. If you want to grab it ASAP, here’s what you should do to prepare.
Back up your iPhone to your Mac or Windows PC
The first iOS betas are always full of bugs. New features are broken or missing, and even some of the stuff that didn’t change may stop working. Important applications may become unresponsive or crash a lot....
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04:14
iOS 18 to include emoji reactions for iMessage,...
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman today reported on a few additional features to expect from the Messages app in iOS 18.
One of the perhaps most requested messaging changes will be an upgrade to the Tapbacks system, allowing users to respond to any message using an emoji of their choice. Apple will also another long-standing feature request, adding the ability to schedule messages to be sent at a later time.
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04:05
Adobe terms clarified: Will never own your work, or...
A change to Adobe terms set the internet alight yesterday, after a number of pro users of the company’s apps reacted with anger and confusion to the scary-looking wording.
The company initially issued a rather dismissive statement that its terms have been in place for years and it was merely clarifying them, but subsequently wrote a blog post which tackled the issue in more detail …
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03:30
Get ready for WWDC with this off-the-wall skit Apple...
Macworld
Way back in 2014, there were rumors that Apple had produced one of its trademark WWDC intro skits that never aired. It involved Larry David, app approval, a “Spicy Godfather” sandwich, racial humor, and Evan Spiegel—and Apple apparently got cold feet and showed a fairly standard video about what developers look like instead.
it’s kind of amazing Apple even considered showing it to the world considering Larry tells JB Smoove, “No smacks for Blacks,” and there’s a running joke about how indiscriminate the App Store approval process is.
That’s not to say it’s not funny—it’s actually very funny. It’s just not the kind of thing you’d expect to see in a WWDC...
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03:15
Netflix app begins undergoing major user interface...
Netflix’s user interface is about to get a bit different on your set top box. On Thursday, the streaming company announced that a major redesign is coming for the Netflix app across TV devices like the Apple TV 4K, Chromecast, and smart TVs. Select users will start seeing it in their Netflix app soon. Per […]
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03:00
iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max measurements...
What appear to be the exact size specifications of Apple’s upcoming iPhone 16 Pro Max smartphone have been leaked, and the device could have the thinnest borders on a smartphone to date. The leak was published Wednesday via a tweet from serial leaker Ice Universe, who stated that the iPhone 16 Pro Max will measure […]
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03:00
Upgrade Dad to Windows 11 Pro for just $25
Macworld
- The latest operating system from Windows 11 Pro is normally $199, but you can get it for just $24.97 through 6/9 for Father’s Day.
- Enjoy enhanced productivity features like snap layouts, seamless redocking, and improved voice typing.
- Work safer with biometrics login, TPM 2.0, Smart App Control, and more leading security features.
- Tap into Microsoft’s Copilot AI to save time and streamline workflows.
- Access unique professional features like Azure AD, Hyper-V, Windows Sandbox, BitLocker device encryption, and more.
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02:00
‘Show Sidebar’ option turned off in the Finder? Here...
Macworld
I find the Finder window’s sidebar immensely useful. By default, it shows a number of useful folders and locations you might need quick access to, and you can drag in folders, servers, smart folders, and more. But what do you do when the sidebar disappears, and the View menu’s Show Sidebar item is grayed out?
This happened to me recently, and I was baffled. Restarting my Mac didn’t solve it, nor did some advice on resetting a Finder preference file, which I don’t want to repeat here, as it wipes out your Finder settings and didn’t solve my problem.
It turned out that the answer wasn’t staring me in the face because of how Apple has linked the sidebar and toolbar in the Finder: if you have the toolbar hidden in a Finder window, you cannot display the sidebar, either.
You can test this to see how it works. Open a new window in the Finder with File > New Finder Window. Choose View > Hide...
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01:53
MagSafe or Qi2? How to find the right wireless...
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Qi2 versus MagSafe
You’re welcome to charge your iPhone with a wire and pretend it’s 2007, but most of us these days prefer to charge wirelessly. It’s quicker and easier, you don’t have to carry around the correct cable, and it keeps your desk or bedside table looking neat and tidy. The problem, however, is that there’s a wide range of wireless iPhone chargers out there. Which one is right for your needs and budget?
The first question to ask is whether you should go for a Qi2 or MagSafe charger. While these are two separate charging standards, the former open and the latter proprietary to Apple, there’s a lot of overlap between them. It’s important when buying a charger to check which standard(s) it supports so you know that it’s compatible with your phone, as well as the specs and features you can expect.
Most recent iPhones are compatible with both Qi2 and MagSafe. The 15-series iPhones support both out...
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01:06
iPhone 15 charging slowly? How to fast charge iPhone...
The charging situation for the and iPhone 15 Pro this year has changed. Apple’s proprietary Lightning port has been replaced with USB-C, so now you can charge your phone with almost any and USB-C power adapter that you can find online. But what exactly do you need to make sure you can charge your iPhone battery as fast as possible?
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01:00
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Thursday June 6
16:19
There’s now a Nintendo 3DS emulator available on the...
15:55
It’s finally happening: A standalone Apple Passwords...
Macworld
In a challenge to password manager software like LastPass and 1Password, Apple is said to be creating a standalone Passwords app. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that the new Passwords app will debut at WWDC next week, and will be available across Apple devices including Vision Pro and even on Windows.
For years, Apple fans have wanted the company to take its password management out of the Settings app. Storing passwords in iCloud Keychain is convenient, but it’s cumbersome the moment you step out of Safari...
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15:46
Hands-on: Carry your Mac and iPad in style with...
It’s been a while since Apple discontinued its leather sleeve for Macs and iPads. Luckily, – a company that specializes in making premium leather products – has some great sleeves and backpacks for you to carry your Apple devices around in ease. I’ve been trying out some of these products, so read on as I share my thoughts on them.
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13:51
WWDC: Two of AI’s biggest PR issues are about to be...
Apple is set to unveil a host of AI-centric updates in iOS 18 and its other software platforms this Monday at WWDC.
Much of what the company will announce is playing catch-up to its competitors, though at a scale and accessibility that’s hard to match. However, where the company is especially poised to make an AI splash is in its differentiated approach.
Unlike its competitors, Apple has strengths in two areas that are currently PR headaches for AI: privacy and the environment.
Here’s what that means for its AI reveals at WWDC.
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13:40
Apple Commits To At Least Five Years of iPhone...
When buying a new smartphone, it's important to consider the duration of software updates, as it impacts security and longevity. In a rare public commitment on Monday, thanks to the UK's new Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) regulations, Apple said it guarantees a minimum of five years of security updates for the iPhone 15 Pro Max. "In other words, the iPhone 15 is officially guaranteed to receive security updates until September 22, 2028," reports Android Authority. From the report: This, as VP of Engineering for Android Security & Privacy at Google Dave Kleidermacher points out, means that Apple is no longer offering the best security update policy in the industry. Both Samsung and Google guarantee seven years of not just security updates but also Android OS updates for their respective flagship devices, which is two years longer than what Apple guarantees.
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13:35
Bloomberg: iOS 18 to include a dedicated Passwords...
iOS 18, macOS 15, and iPadOS 18 will include a dedicated Passwords app for the first time, according to a new report from Bloomberg. The new app will make it “easier for customers to log in to websites and software” and comes after years of Apple showing users their passwords via the Settings app instead of a dedicated app.
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13:25
9to5Mac Daily: June 6, 2024 – WWDC hardware, iPhone...
12:24
Rivian’s new R1 EVs offer Apple Wallet car key...
Rivian today unveiled its second-generation R1S and R1T vehicles, which our friends over at Electrek have covered in-depth. For Apple users, however, there are two new features worth calling out. While Rivian still doesn’t support CarPlay, it has added support for Apple’s car key platform as well as Apple Music with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos.
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12:22
WWDC expectations for iOS 18, visionOS 2, Siri and...
Benjamin and Chance run down the WWDC expectations, and debate whether reality will match the hype. There’s certainly a lot expected, with major new features for the iOS 18 home screen, Control Center, and a veritable AI infusion across Apple’s platforms. We give our thoughts on what we are most excited to see announced. Plus, Apple accidentally miscounted the number of GPU cores in the M2 iPad Air, and the Apple TV app may finally be coming to Android.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance embarked on a 3,500-mile road EV trip to his new house, and loves CarPlay more than ever before. He also updates us on how good the Vision Pro is as a travel holiday computer, and his smart home plans. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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11:10
Ready for change? Netflix just revealed a major...
Netflix isn’t afraid to change your experience with its app. The streaming giant revealed today that a major redesign is coming for the Netflix app across TV devices like the Apple TV 4K, Chromecast, and smart TVs. Select users will start seeing it in their Netflix app soon.
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11:07
What to expect at WWDC 24: Big iOS changes, more...
Enlarge / The logo for WWDC24. (credit: Apple)
Apple's annual developer conference, WWDC, kicks off in Cupertino, California, next week. As always, it will start with a livestream keynote on Monday morning at 10 am Pacific, 1 pm Eastern. We'll be in attendance reporting on the event, so let's take a moment to take stock of what we expect to see next week.
But first, let's note something we don't think we'll see: Due to some peculiarities about Apple's upgrade cycles, as well as a push toward the M4, we're not actually expecting any major hardware announcements at WWDC this year.
That's OK, though, because it looks like it's going to be a big one for software news. iOS has seen relatively modest updates in the past couple of years, but that's about to change...
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11:04
Apple’s Mail app to get an AI upgrade with smart...
Macworld
AppleInsider has a scoop on “Project Blackpearl,” which it claims is the code name for the enhancements coming to Apple’s Mail app in iOS 18 and macOS 15. According to the site’s information provided by “people familiar with the matter,” the Mail app is going to get some big new AI features in Apple’s operating systems this fall.
Much of AppleInsider’s information jibes with previous rumors while adding a little more detail.
The most significant new feature is said to be “smart replies,” which will generate email replies for you. It goes along with a system-wide writing tools framework that developers can tap into. AppleInsider says “the...
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10:55
DuckDuckGo launches free access to anonymous AI Chat...
DuckDuckGo is out today with the news that its built-in AI Chat is available for all users. The free functionality offers the choice between four different AI models while protecting user anonymity. Here are all the details.
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09:50
Apple will update iPhones for at least 5 years in...
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Apple has taken a rare step and publicly committed to a software support timeline for one of its products, as pointed out by MacRumors. A public regulatory filing for the iPhone 15 Pro (PDF) confirms that Apple will support the device with new software updates for at least five years from its "first supply date" of September 22, 2023, which would guarantee support until at least 2028.
Apple published the filing to comply with new Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) regulations from the UK...
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09:23
This $18 tablet holder will buy you peace and quiet...
Macworld
Picture this – you’re on your way to your summer vacation spot and your kids won’t stop asking the dreaded question, “Are we there yet?” Handing them a tablet would solve one issue and raise another: who’s going to hold it? Well, this $18 car headrest tablet holder from Lamicall will solve all problems since no one will be technically holding the tablet.
Usually available for $25, this tablet holder can be set in three different positions thanks to the extendable arm. Twisting the arm at different angles makes it easy to change the view distance or to place the tablet between seats so everyone can watch. Since it has a 360-degree rotating ball, you can find the best view angle in a jiffy.
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09:10
T-Mobile launches ‘Home Internet Backup’ as its most...
On the heels of adding a second tier to its 5G Home Internet in April, T-Mobile has launched another option for those who want a reliable internet backup at an affordable price. T-Mobile Home Internet Backup goes from as low as $20/month for 130GB of 5G data.
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09:07
It took a WSJ story for Apple to finally fix some...
Macworld
As much as we enjoy using our Apple devices and software, there are many instances where it feels like Apple just doesn’t care about a particular app or feature. Take Screen Time, Apple’s set of parental controls that was introduced six years ago in iOS 12. Apple has made minor tweaks to it over the years, but it has a ton of issues–Macworld columnist Dan Moren recently pointed out several problems he has with Screen Time.
Moren’s not alone. On Wednesday, The Wall Street Journal‘s Joanna Stern reported on the frustrations she and...
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08:53
Apple M4 iPad Pro deals from $944 + 512GB new low,...
08:44
Popular tactical shooter Sniper Elite 4 coming to...
Apple’s most recent push for multi-platform gaming support is continuing to show signs of life. Thanks in large part to Apple silicon’s Mac debut, more developers are finding it worthwhile to bring their games not only to the iPhone, and its massive install base, but also the iPad and Mac as well.
The latest such title is Sniper Elite 4 from Rebellion, which the company announced is debuting this holiday season across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
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08:16
These are the 2024 Apple Design Award winning apps,...
WWDC is only a few days away, and typically the conference is the place Apple announces the winning apps of its Apple Design Awards. This year, however, the full list of 2024 winners has been announced today and will be recognized formally next week during WWDC.
Here are the apps of the year, according to Apple.
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08:15
Here’s how to use the full 48MP iPhone 15 camera
One of the major upgrades for the iPhone 15 camera system is the main lens being increased to 48MP which matches the iPhone 15 Pro. However, both cameras default to taking 24MP images to save your storage space. Follow along for how to use 48MP iPhone 15 camera to capture the most detail.
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07:41
Assassin’s Creed Mirage is the latest AAA game for...
07:11
Here are the five new titles coming to Apple Arcade...
Apple has been into a monthly release cycle for Apple Arcade launches recently and it has just announced what’s on the horizon. At the end of May and into June, we’ll see Where Cards Fall come to Vision Pro, plus Rabbids: Legends of the Multiverse, Return to Monkey Island+, and more arrive on the platform.
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06:51
Bartender’s developer confirms app’s acquisition,...
Earlier this week, users of the popular Menu Bar utility, Bartender, were surprised to learn that the app had been sold months ago with no formal announcement. Users on Reddit expressed concerns about whether the app was safe to use anymore.
Now, the app’s original developer and owner has released a formal statement. He confirms the app’s acquisition by new owners, and seeks to bring assurance that Bartender’s future is bright.
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06:45
The iPhone 16 Pro Max dimensions have leaked—and we...
Macworld
We’re just three months away from the unveiling of the iPhone 16, and as usual, we already know a lot about it thanks to a steady stream of rumors. The latest concerns the iPhone 16 Pro Max and we can’t wait to see it.
According to Ice Universe on X (formerly Twitter), the iPhone 16 Pro Max will have similar dimensions to the iPhone 15 Pro Max despite sporting a larger screen for the first time since the iPhone 12 (6.9 inches vs 6.7 inches):
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: 163 × 77.6 × 8.26mm
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06:24
9to5Mac Overtime 020: iPad Pro exclusively
06:10
iOS 18 Mail app AI features: Smart replies, tone...
A new report suggests Apple may announce a number of iOS 18 Mail app AI features during WWDC.
These include the option to automatically create Smart Replies to emails, as well as the ability to draft a reply yourself and then ask Siri to change the tone – for example, ‘make this sound more professional’ …
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05:28
$150k Samsung micro-LED TV shows why Apple isn’t yet...
It’s not unusual in pieces around Apple’s move to OLED for iPads (now) and MacBooks (in future) to have someone ask in the comments why the company doesn’t just skip ahead to micro-LED. The latest Samsung’s micro-LED TVs point to two very good reasons …
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04:53
eBay dropping Amex card support, citing ‘...
eBay is dropping Amex card support, emailing users to advise that it will no longer accept American Express cards for payments from mid-August …
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04:28
Change to Adobe terms & conditions outrages many...
A change to Adobe terms & conditions for apps like Photoshop has outraged many professional users, concerned that the company is claiming the right to access their content, use it freely, and even sub-licence it to others.
The company is requiring users to agree to the new terms in order to continue using their Adobe apps, locking them out until they do so …
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04:15
Belkin Auto Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit review:...
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At a glanceExpert's Rating
Pros
- Easy to install
- Built-in battery
- MagSafe charging
Cons
Our Verdict
The Belkin Auto Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit follows you wherever you go (at least as long as you’re in the same room)–it keeps your face in focus. It works perfectly, from the smooth installation to the actual use.
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$179.99
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04:06
Nvidia overtakes AAPL to exceed $3T value, wins an...
Nvidia has overtaken AAPL in the market cap stakes, as its valuation exceeded $3T. The company’s rise in value has been truly spectacular, increasing from $2T back in February to more than $3T just four months later.
The company is now challenging Microsoft for the title of most valuable company in the world, and for the same reason …
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03:30
Apple’s biggest WWDC keynote in years will still...
Macworld
Apple’s most important event each year is its Worldwide Developers Conference–the fall iPhone event might be the most significant annual event for Apple’s bottom line, but WWDC is more important. It’s where Apple unveils the new operating systems, the heart of the major hardware devices the company makes, and developers get to find out how to take advantage of the new OS features.
Apple hardware isn’t really the main focus of WWDC. But at recent WWDCs, Mac hardware has been a major part of the event. The transition to Apple silicon was announced at WWDC, and after that, the event was used to provide progress reports and reveal new M-series Macs.
But this year, it’s different. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported in a recent...
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03:15
Apple confirms 9-core GPU for M2 iPad Air
As nifty as the new M2 iPad Air may be, Apple has confirmed that it’s lighter one GPU processor core than initially advertised. A month after its release, Apple has updated its hardware configuration description of the new iPad Air’s GPU. As noted by 9to5Mac and Macworld, the technical specifications for the iPad Air now […]
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03:00
Assassin’s Creed Mirage launches for the iPhone 15...
If you were eager to play Assassin’s Creed Mirage on your iPhone 15 Pro or iPad Air or iPad Pro tablets with an M1 chip or newer, now’s your change. The marquee game has arrived at the App Store, and will be available starting today. Due to time zones, it is already available in countries […]
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03:00
Nearly All of Apple's Newest Devices Have an...
Apple has quietly added a Thread radio to nearly all of its newest iPads, MacBooks, and iMacs. The Verge reports: While the company doesn't list Thread on the specs of any of these products, FCC reports indicate that many of Apple's latest devices have had Thread radios tested for compliance. Generally, you don't test a radio that's not there. We found evidence of Thread testing in the following models: iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) (Wi-Fi + Cellular), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) (Wi-Fi + Cellular), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) (Wi-Fi), iPad Air 11-inch (M2) (Wi-Fi + Cellular), iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi, MacBook Air 15-inch (M3), MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3), MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro or M3 Max), MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Pro or M3 Max), iMac (M3, two ports), and iMac (M3, four ports).
The FCC requires manufacturers to list every radio contained in a device and to test them in every possible scenario to make sure they comply with its transmission regulations. Tom Sciorilli, director of...
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03:00
iPlay offers thousands of fresh, new games to play...
Macworld
- Unlimited access to over 4,400 games: Everything from adventure blockbusters like BioShock to classic favorites like Solitaire and Match 3 are available, and they’re all playable with absolutely no ads.
- Apple and Android compatibility: iPlay can be accessed on virtually any device, whether that’s your iPhone or PC, and there’s even a popular 100 top games list available for each device.
- Exclusive members-only deals: As an iPlay member, you’ll receive regular offers that allow you to score premium games at exceptional prices.
- One-time...
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01:15
Macworld Podcast: What will happen at WWDC24?
01:09
Apple went all in on AI after Craig Federighi tested...
As we await Apple’s tantalizing iOS 18 and other announcements at its WWDC conference next week, the Wall Street Journal has an interesting profile about changing attitudes towards AI inside Apple, and how the company became more comfortable with taking risk.
In particular, it pinpoints the moment when Apple’s approach on AI shifted. The report says SVP Craig Federighi was testing Github’s Copilot code completion features in late 2022, during his Christmas holiday break, and came away impressed. This swiftly led to an internal mandate in the software engineering group to explore and productize as much artificial intelligence functionality as possible.
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01:00
Find your soundtrack with $90 off Beats Fit earbuds
Macworld
- Sound that fits the moment: These 2021-model Beats let you switch on active noise-canceling to filter out background chatter, or transparency mode when you need to keep an ear on your surroundings.
- Impressive battery life, with the earbuds alone capable of going 6 hours nonstop, or an entire day with the help of the charging case. Pressed for time? Use Fast Fuel capability for enough juice for an hour of audio in just five minutes.
- Dynamic head tracking — great for gamers — that...
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Wednesday June 5
17:21
iPadOS 18 feature request: Clamshell mode, better...
We’re just a few days away from WWDC 2024, when Apple will finally unveil the next versions of its operating systems – including iPadOS 18. Although I consider myself a Mac person, I also have an and I like to use it for specific tasks. However, there’s a lot of room for improvement in the iPad software – so read on as I share my feature request for iPadOS 18.
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17:01
iPhone and Apple Watch single hairline display...
Apple has made a notable change to its repair and standard warranty policies for iPhone and Apple Watch this month. According to multiple sources, Apple is no longer covering “single hairline cracks” under the standard warranty for the iPhone and Apple Watch. Instead, these repairs are now being processed as “accidental damage” claims, and users are required to pay.
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15:20
Parallels Desktop updated with improved support for...
Parallels Desktop is certainly one of the most popular tools for running virtual machines on macOS, and also one of the easiest for running Windows on a Mac. The software has recently been updated with many improvements to make the experience of running Windows 11 virtual machines more seamless, plus some new features.
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14:18
Fitness tracker Gentler Streak updated with new...
14:01
9to5Mac Daily: June 5, 2024 – iOS 18 device...
13:49
Bartender Developer Explains and Apologizes for...
After two days of uproar, the original developer behind the popular Mac menu bar utility Bartender has apologized for not being more upfront about selling the app to a development company.
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13:48
The Morning Show season 4 will focus on AI, add new...
Apple TV+ is gearing up for a new season of The Morning Show, its flagship series starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon. Season 4 of The Morning Show doesn’t yet have a release date, but Apple is planning big things for the upcoming season, including tackling AI and introducing another Oscar winner to the cast.
Here’s what we know.
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13:38
Uh-oh Apple’s Weather app is broken again
Macworld
Whether you’re braving the heat in California or hoping the rain passes you by on the East Coast, we all check our Weather app multiple times a day. Except not today—numerous users are reporting that Apple’s Weather app is broken.
We can confirm that the Weather app on the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, is returning either blank or old data when launched. The outage extends to the Weather widget as well, which reads “Weather Unavailable” instead of the current conditions. On my device, the app showed a blank screen for about a minute before defaulting to the most recent data.
Apple’s System Status page shows that the Weather app is experiencing an outage, and...
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12:23
The best iPhone deals this month
Macworld
You don’t have to pay full price to buy an iPhone; if you shop around you can find a bargain. Every month the Macworld team hunts down the best prices on iPhones at all major retailers and cellphone operators, saving you the hassle of finding the best iPhone deals.
In this article, we reveal the best iPhone deals, contracts and bundles available right now. We’ll help you find a discounted iPhone suitable for any budget, and cover all the currently available models, including the iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max that launched in September. We also have the best prices for the iPhone 14 range, including models that Apple has removed from sale, but you can still buy elsewhere. And with Apple discontinuing the iPhone 13 mini, third-party...
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12:22
PSA: Apple Weather app currently down for some users
If you tried to use the Apple Weather app on Wednesday and faced error messages like “Weather Unavailable,” you’re not alone. It seems that the Weather app is undergoing an outage and some users are unable to access it right now.
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12:11
Worried about privacy with iOS 18’s AI features?...
AI features coming to iOS 18 and Apple’s other platforms may be exciting for lots of users, but for some, there exist legitimate concerns around privacy.
Apple gets it, and per a new report, the company plans to make certain iOS 18 AI features not only privacy-conscious, but also opt-in only.
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11:44
Apple promises fewer years of iPhone security...
Historically, Apple has been hesitant to commit to solid timelines of how long it will support its devices with security and software updates. Now, thanks to a particular UK legal requirement, that has changed. And what the company is promising on paper is surprisingly less than what Samsung and Google commit to—but that’s not the full story.
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11:05
The best iPad deals this month
Macworld
With new models on the way throughout 2024, now is the perfect time to grab a bargain on the iPad of your choice. As a general rule, you can find good savings on iPads at...
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10:50
iOS 18 beta 1 is coming soon, will you install it? [...
We’re just days away from WWDC and Apple unveiling iOS 18. With that, Apple should launch the first iOS 18 developer beta to start a summer of testing. Are you going to install the first iOS 18 beta? Or will you hold off? Let us know in the poll below what you’re planning to do!
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10:40
This 25,000mAh Ugreen Power Bank is just nearly half...
Macworld
If you often find yourself frustrated by your iPhone’s lack of battery life, then you’ll love having this Ugreen Power Bank at your disposal. Now available for $84 at Amazon, this 25,000mAh power bank has a retail price of $150, which makes the current discount remarkable.
Equipped with 145W fast charging, the Ugreen Power Bank features can deliver a rapid recharge to your devices. Even the mighty battery of a 13-inch MacBook Air can be filled fully in just 90 minutes with this power bank. The same Ugreen gadget will have your smartphone charged up in a blink.
Since the Ugreeb Power Bank boasts a massive 25,000mAh battery capacity, you can completely recharge laptops up to 1.3 times and mobile devices up to 5.6 times. It’s the ideal solution...
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10:29
Apple TV+ shares July schedule for MLB Friday Night...
Apple has revealed the weekly Friday night MLB doubleheaders for next month along with highlighting the Apple Sports app to keep up with the latest in baseball.
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10:15
Apple’s AI chatbot won’t be enabled unless you want...
Macworld
With just a few days until Apple unveils its newest AI-infused operating system updates, a new report from Bloomberg sheds some light on the partnership Apple has struck with OpenAI—and how Apple plans on safeguarding users.
Most notably, the AI features coming to the iPhone are described as an “opt-in service,” meaning users will be prompted to turn it on during setup, much like the “Improve Siri and Dictation” screen. According to Mark Gurman, “wary...
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10:00
Kandji debuts ‘Assignments’ feature to streamline...
With the introduction of Assignment Maps, Kandji continues to drive new ways to manage Apple devices at work. This new feature revolutionizes how IT teams configure and manage Apple devices at scale, offering a more streamlined and automated approach to device management.
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09:43
Apple Music vs Spotify: Which service do Apple users...
The rivalry between Apple Music and Spotify has been intense and grown over the years. So where do things stand in 2024? CIRP is out with a new report that reveals what percentage of Apple device owners subscribe to Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pandora.
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09:38
Vision Pro’s international launch is closer than...
Rumors have been rampant about the timeline for the Vision Pro’s international rollout. Although the device first shipped to US customers back in February, there has been no official word on its expansion to other countries.
Now, according to Ming-Chi Kuo, the international Vision Pro rollout is imminent, with shipments set to begin before mid-June.
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09:32
Best Apple Studio Display deals
Macworld
Apple’s Studio Display was released along with the Mac Studio in March 2022. While it’s seen as a display for that Mac, the Studio Display can work with any Mac. It’s a lot more affordable than Apple’s Pro Display XDR, and it’s really the only 27-inch 5K display on the market.
If you’re in the market for a Studio Display, we can help you find a good deal. Our price trackers below show several retailers who are selling the Studio Display and the prices. Use these trackers to get the best deal.
We also have the information you need to know about the Studio Display, in case you’re still trying to decide if it’s the monitor for you. Here’s everything you need to know about buying the new Studio Display.
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09:24
Best iMac deals this month
Macworld
Finally, 30 months after Apple announced the 24-inch iMac in a collection of seven different colors and powered by Apple’s M1 Chip in April 2021, Apple has updated the iMac with an M3 chip. The 2023 iMac, which was announced in October 2023 and went on sale in November, is a leap up from the 2021 iMac, although not much else has changed. Read about the 2023 iMac and our review of the 2023 M3 iMac.
Apple discontinued the 27-inch iMac in March 2022, but it is rumored that a new iMac Pro could be in the pipeline. If that is the Mac you are interested in you may be in for a long wait though, with the larger iMac not expected...
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09:20
Best Mac mini deals this month
Macworld
Apple announced Mac mini models with M2 and a brand new Mac mini with M2 Pro back in January 2023. Since the standard model already has a low price we don’t tend to see huge discounts.
Apple introduced the M3 and M3 Pro chips at the end of October 2023. While not yet in the Mac mini, it probably won’t be long until Apple updates the M2 and M2 Pro Mac mini to take advantage of these new chips. Read about what’s next for the Mac mini here: M3 Mac mini: Everything you need to know.
If you want a new Mac mini you don’t have to pay full price–we’ve scoured the web for the best cut-price deals for a Mac mini so you can save money on a new Mac.
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09:19
Best Mac Studio deals available now
Macworld
Apple updated the Mac Studio in June 2023. The Mac Studio now comes with either a M2 Max or M2 Ultra chip. In our review of the M2 Max Mac Studio we were impressed by its processing power, port flexibility, and design.
We are already seeing some deals on the M2-generation Mac Studio. You may also find the M1-generation on sale and if you do you may find a good discount on that model, just keep in mind, if you are outside the U.S., that the old model already had a lower price than the M2-model.
If you want to buy a Mac Studio, and get the best deal possible, you’ve come to the right place. We’re looking at where you can buy the Mac Studio at the best price.
Best Mac Studio deals
There are no deals in the U.S. right now, but there are discounts in the U.K.
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09:14
The best MacBook Air deals this month
Macworld
In March 2024, Apple introduced new MacBook Air models with M3 chips bringing the MacBook Air into line with the MacBook Pro models that have featured the M3 and variants of that chip since October 2023. The news means that now is a great time to buy a MacBook Air, either one of the new models or one of the older models that have now had a price drop. In this round-up of the best MacBook Air deals you can find the best prices for all MacBook Air models right now–including the older models, which are often heavily discounted. Read on to save money on the MacBook Air.
We follow all the Apple resellers all year round, so we know the best prices resellers have sold Apple products for–and we know if they have a really good deal and not just an ok deal. Check out the best deals we are seeing right now below....
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09:11
Best MacBook Pro deals this month
Macworld
Apple announced new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max chips at an event on October 30. The upgraded MacBook Pro models arrived less than a year after Apple launched the M2 Pro and M2 Max variants of the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro (in January 2023). The late-2023 MacBook Pro update also marks the demise of the 13-inch MacBook Pro, which has been replaced by a 14-inch model with the standard M3 chip, unfortunately at a higher price than the discontinued model.
If you want to buy a MacBook Pro you will be able to save money if you choose one of the M2-series models, which will now be discounted by resellers as they sell off the discontinued stock.
However, you should keep in mind that, with a mixture of price rises and declines across the range in comparison to the previous generation, it could be hard to spot a really good deal. Luckily we are here to help.
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08:55
New Macs and iPads have a secret component Apple won...
In the age of YouTube tear-downs, it’s not often that Apple is able to hide a component of its devices from users who go searching for info. However, that’s exactly what has happened with the latest M3 Mac models and M4 iPad Pros…until today.
As reported by The Verge, many of the newest Macs and iPads contain a secret Thread radio that Apple isn’t saying anything about.
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08:46
Apple’s 13-inch 1TB M2 iPad Air $80 off, M2 MacBook...
08:21
Popular Mac App Bartender's New Owner Has Burnt...
An anonymous reader shares a report: Popular app Bartender was quietly bought, and a shady certificate replacement, insertion of invasive telemetry, and a lack of transparent responses by the new owners has shaken confidence in the Mac community. Menu bar organization tool Bartender has been around for a long time. For most of its life, it had an excellent reputation, and a responsive developer who communicated clearly with users. That appears to have changed, recently. It all started with a quiet pair of app certificate shifts which went mostly unnoticed.
That is, until app monitoring service MacUpdater found out, and started asking questions. They posted a warning about the app, saying that "The company and developer behind Bartender was replaced in a silent and dubious matter." But, there's a lot more to the story than just that warning. CoreCode, the developer of MacUpdater, did a great deal of research on the new owners and the app situation prior to posting the...
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08:17
Now you can keep talking to ChatGPT while...
07:53
New Vision Pro immersive Environment added to Apple...
Ahead of WWDC kicking off on Monday, the Apple Developer app on Vision Pro has been updated with a new Environment. This marks the first Environment available in the Apple Developer app, and it plays on Apple’s artwork for WWDC 2024.
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07:31
When will iPadOS 18, visionOS 2, and macOS 15 be...
We’re only days away from WWDC and Apple’s unveiling of its next major software versions. iOS and iPadOS 18, visionOS 2, macOS 15, and more will be debuted next Monday, June 10 during the WWDC keynote.
Here’s everything we expect will be announced on Monday.
But how long will you have to wait to get the latest software on your devices? Read on for the release date info you should know.
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07:30
Here’s how to automate iPhone’s always-on display
After debuting with the iPhone 14 Pro, Apple has continued to improve its always-on screen with software updates. Whether you’ve just got a 14 Pro or 15 Pro or haven’t customized your screen before, here’s how to automate iPhone always-on display.
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07:00
Apple Is Working On LLM-Powered Robots, Report Says
Apple is secretly developing robotic devices powered by generative AI, including a table-top robotic arm with an iPad-like display and a mobile robot for household chores, Bloomberg News is reporting, citing people familiar with the matter.
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06:38
Have an Apple Card? Earn up to $200 free by adding...
Apple is running a new promotion for Apple Card users, and it pays pretty well! All you have to do is add family members to your Apple Card account, and Apple will reward you with immediate cash back up to $200 total.
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06:00
Sonos Ace have arrived, here’s how to get them
One of Sonos’ most anticipated products is finally available to order. Sonos has been teasing its new Sonos Ace headphones for the last month or so. We have had the pleasure of having hands-on time to really experience and review these headphones. In short, if you are in the market for a premium and prosumer-level headset, these will be my recommendation for most. Even more so if you are already in the Sonos ecosystem.
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05:42
Apple still dominates wearables market, despite nose...
Apple continues to dominate the wearables market, says a new report, despite a steep drop in shipments for both Apple Watch and AirPods.
There was movement lower down the charts, with Huawei taking third place from Samsung during the first quarter of the year …
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05:18
Blood sugar measurement with Apple Watch no longer...
If you use the Dexcom G7 continuous glucose monitoring system, you’ve long been able to view your blood sugar measurement on your Apple Watch – but you can now do so without your iPhone.
Previously, the G7 wirelessly transmitted the health data to your iPhone, which then relayed it to your Apple Watch …
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04:56
Apple to fix Screen Time bug that allowed users to...
Screen Time promises to allow parents to restrict access to various apps, website and content on their children’s devices. However, ever since Screen Time launched with iOS 12, Apple has been playing whack-a-mole as users discovered new workarounds to avoid the enforced restrictions.
As reported by the Wall Street Journal, Apple will be fixing yet another one of these bugs in the next iOS software update. Security researchers had reported this particular bug to Apple multiple times over the last three years, but Apple had rebuffed or ignored them until now.
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