Friday May 3
13:59
Best 9th-gen and 10th-gen iPad deals
Macworld
The standard 10.2-inch iPad (9th-gen) is the cheapest iPad Apple sells, but in October 2022 it was joined by a 10.9-inch iPad (10th gen) that costs a bit more and comes in a variety of colors. If you’re looking to pick up a deal and save money on either the 2021 iPad (9th gen) or the 2022 iPad (10th gen), then you’ve come to the right place.
You can find great deals if you know where to look–and that’s where we step in! We’ve checked all the best places to pick up the iPad at the best price for you so that you can get a bargain.
One thing to note if you are shopping outside of the U.S.: when it introduced the 10th gen iPad, Apple actually increased the price of the 9th-generation iPad! Read more about that here: Is Apple ripping off the rest of the world with inflated prices? The main reason we mention this is...
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13:58
What to expect from Apple’s May 7 “Let loose” event
Enlarge / The promotional image for Apple's May 7 event. (credit: Apple)
On May 7, Apple will host a product announcement event at 9 am ET. Labeled "Let loose," we expect it will focus on new iPads and iPad accessories.
We won't be liveblogging the stream, but you can expect some news coverage as it happens. Below, we'll go over our educated guesses about why Apple might be doing this.
Why hold an event now?
It's unusual for Apple to host an event shortly before WWDC. New products debut at that event all the time, so if it's just a faster chip and a nicer screen for the iPad Pro and iPad Air, why not wait until June?
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13:52
iOS 18 rumored to include Humane Ai Pin-style...
We’ve been hearing a lot of rumors about iOS 18 having new AI-powered features, since Apple CEO Tim Cook himself has confirmed many times that the company has been working on generative AI features. Now a report claims that iPhone and iPad users will have the option of summarizing long text messages using AI.
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13:50
Wall Genie for iPhone wants to help you make...
We’ve seen some amazing progress in visual AI tools like Open AI’s DALL•E, Midjourney, and more. Now an indie developer has built an AI wallpaper generator for iPhone called Wall Genie to help you quickly and seamlessly create “one-of-a-kind” designs.
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13:19
The 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.
If you’d like some help choosing the best Mac for you, read our...
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13:18
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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13:16
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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13:13
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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13:10
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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13:06
iOS 18’s new AI features: Everything we know so far
2024 is shaping up to be the “Year of AI” for Apple, with big updates planned for iOS 18 and more. The rumors – and Tim Cook himself – make it clear that there are new AI features for Apple’s platforms in the works. Here’s everything we know about the ways Apple is exploring AI features…
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12:40
Best iPad Pro deals right now
Macworld
If you want to buy the iPad Pro you’ve come to the right place. We’re looking at where you can buy the iPad Pro for the lowest price.
We track the various resellers who sell the iPad Pro in the U.S. and U.K., so we always have details of the best prices and best discounts. Read on to find the best place to get a great deal on a new iPad Pro right now!
There are two kinds of iPad Pro: the 11-inch iPad Pro (4th gen) and the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (6th gen), both last updated in 2022. Among these are WiFi and Cellular models in various configurations. There are so many deals on so many different iPad Pro models we recommend you look through the price comparison tables in the sections below to find the best price for the model you want.
There is likely an update to the iPad Pro range coming this month, so if you want to find out what that might entail read the...
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12:20
Apple Maps cycling routes come to bicycle-friendly...
Starting today, Apple Maps users in the Netherlands can access cycling route data on iPhone and Apple Watch. Dutch culture is known for being especially bike-friendly, so bringing this navigation feature to users is notable.
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11:57
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11:47
Best iPad mini deals available now
Macworld
The most recent iPad mini on sale right now is the iPad mini Apple launched way back in September 2021, and if you want to get your hands on that iPad mini (6th generation) at the best price, you’ve come to the right place. We are tracking the best deals, as well as the retailers that have models in stock right now.
There may be a new iPad mini coming in 2024, so, if you want to find out what might be in store, and whether it’s worth waiting read the rumors about the 7th gen iPad mini.
If you are shopping outside of the U.S. you should note that Apple increased the price of all iPads back in October 2022 (see Is Apple ripping off the rest of the world with inflated prices?) The main reason we mention this is it...
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11:31
MidiWrist Unleashed is the first standalone MIDI...
Geert Bevin is adding a new tool to his collection of music utility apps for Apple devices. MidiWrist Unleashed “turns your Apple Watch into a standalone MIDI controller that directly connects to any advertised Bluetooth LE MIDI device,” and it’s completely independent from the iPhone.
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11:31
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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11:00
HomeKit Weekly: RYSE SmartShade lets you automate...
Automating your shades is one of the easiest ways to feel like you’re living in the future, as the Jetsons predicted. If you already have existing shades, you might want to look at the , which lets you convert existing shades to HomeKit-compatible ones with minimal installation.
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10:51
Every M-series Apple silicon chip and device
M-series Apple silicon chips tout impressive performance but unpredictable release cadence. That makes it hard to keep up with which chips are in which devices. Apple currently has three generations of M-series chips, up to four variations of each generation, and three product categories that use M-series chips. Here’s the data to make sense of it all.
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10:33
9to5Mac Daily: May 3, 2024 – AAPL Q2 earnings and AI...
10:31
[Fix] Why Is WhatsApp App Not Linking to WhatsApp...
10:26
Apple Revenues Drop 4% in Q2 2024, with Bright Spots...
Though Apple revenues declined compared to the same quarter last year, the drop was less precipitous than many had feared, and Apple still announced profits of $23.6 billion. Revenue increases came from the Services and Mac segments.
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10:16
What’s on Apple TV+ this week: ‘Acapulco’ season 3...
Macworld
Apple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+, its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies.
This guide will list all the Apple TV+ content you can watch today, divided into episodic shows or series and movies. There’s also a ton of new content in the works for Apple’s $9.99-a-month service. If you want to know what’s on the way, check out our list of upcoming Apple TV+ shows and movies.
Updated 05/02/24: The third season of...
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10:05
Apple Arcade FAQ: Three new games for May
Macworld
Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isn’t quite like PlayStation Plus, EA Play, or Xbox Game Pass. So if you’ve got questions about it, we’ve got plenty of answers.
Updated 05/03/24: Three new games were added to Apple Arcade on May 2: A Slight Change of Sawblades+, Dicey Dungeons+, and...
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10:04
This Anker power cube is an amazing iPhone/Mac...
Macworld
No matter where you are you can never have enough power to keep your devices charged. And today’s deal may be all you’ll ever need: Amazon is selling the Anker 321 Power Strip with three AC outlets, and three USB ports for just $15, a savings of $11 off Anker’s MSRP and the best price we’ve ever seen.
This power strip is actually a power cube, with four sides of power: three sides have AC outlets for a MacBook and the fourth has two USB-S ports and one USB-C port for iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and AirPods. When used with a single device, the USB-C port will deliver 20W of power but will share 15W when charging two devices, still plenty of juice to quickly fill up when you’re in the red.
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09:31
Here’s everything to expect from Apple’s iPad-...
The first Apple event of 2024 is almost here. Set for May 7, the “Let loose” event is expected to focus entirely on the iPad. This should come as no surprise, considering the device was Apple’s only major product line to not receive any hardware updates in the entirety of 2023. iPad sales, as a result, keep dropping. But Apple is prepared to reverse that trend with its May 7 lineup.
Here is a roundup of everything you can expect to see when the event arrives.
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09:09
Best Apple deals: Mac, iPad, AirPods, Apple Watch,...
Macworld
Whether you’re looking to gift an Apple product or just pick one up for yourself, we’ve scoured the web for the best prices on everything from Macs to MacBooks, iPads to iPhones, Apple Watches to Apple TVs, and more.
If you are wondering if Apple has sales, prepare to be disappointed. Apple rarely discounts its own products–even during its annual Black Friday shopping event, it traditionally elects to give out gift vouchers rather than reducing prices. It also offers year-round discounts to students, including a Back To School event where students can get up to $150 in gift cards when purchasing certain Apple products. There’s also the...
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08:45
Friday’s best deals: AirTags at $24 each, AirPods 3...
In my final edition of 9to5Toys Lunch Break, you’ll find on Amazon. The latest AirPods 3 drop to $140, and is sitting at the Amazon low of $79. Hit the jump for all that and more.
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08:32
Alleged iPhone 16 Molds Show Slimmer MagSafe...
08:05
iOS 18 Will Intro AI Features To Siri and Spotlight...
07:38
Apple Arcade Guide: What’s new and everything...
Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added almost every week with over 200 games now in the library. Follow along with our guide on all the available Apple Arcade games plus the latest releases.
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07:25
Spotify lossless audio said to be close to launch,...
More than three years after Spotify lossless audio was first promised by the company, it still hasn’t launched. There have been multiple reports since, and the latest of these claims that the service is now very close to launching.
We’ve also heard three different brand names suggested. The company originally announced it as Spotify HiFi, then we heard Music Pro, and today’s report says it will be called Spotify Lossless …
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07:21
This is the way… to find your friends, says clever...
Apple is out with its latest ad for iPhone 15 highlighting the power of Precision Finding. A fun twist with this commercial is a Star Wars Day theme where the main character heads to a convention and has to solve the problem of finding friends amongst a sea of cosplay characters.
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06:33
Google finally made an Android feature even Apple...
Macworld
With WWDC just about a month away, you’re going to read a lot of stories about how the newest features in iOS 18 are copies of something Google or Samsung already have in Android. But we’re willing to bet that the latest feature Google is rolling out to Android users will never ever show up after an iPhone update.
As spotted by 9to5Google, Google calls the new feature Audio Emoji and as...
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06:10
iPhone 16 molds reveal change to MagSafe charging...
A French website has obtained what appear to be molds of the iPhone 16 line-up, showing what appears to be a small but still notable change to the MagSafe charging ring.
The molds also reflect the changes we’re expecting to see to the camera layout in the base and Plus model iPhone 16 …
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06:05
iPhone not charging? Here are 6 ways to fix it
iPhone not charging or charging slowly? Whether you’re having issues with a particular charging cable, multiple cables/chargers, wireless charging, or intermittent trouble, read on for 6 solutions to fix an iPhone that won’t power up normally. We’ll also look at what to do if your iPhone stops charging at 80%.
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05:38
Apple working hard on one iPad it won’t launch next...
05:29
PureVPN for Mac review
Macworld
At a GlanceExpert's Rating
Pros
- Easy to use.
- Works on multiple devices, including iPhone.
- Additional power user features.
Cons
- Pricing model feels obtuse.
- Virtual server locations feel like a worry.
Our Verdict
There’s so much to like about PureVPN, from its sleek Mac client to its ease of use and reliable geo-unlocking, but its pricing model is almost aggressively aimed at two-year plans which feel like a gambit in the world of VPNs.
Price When Reviewed
From $3.74 a month for one year + 4 free months. Usually $12.45 a month. A 5 year deal is available from $1.66 a month.
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05:12
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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04:09
Apple Q2 2024 earnings brought to life by Six Colors...
03:30
Apple’s M3 chip is a victim of the times
03:22
Snagit Review: Is It a Good Screen Capture Tool for...
03:15
Microsoft announces Passkey support for user accounts
It’s taken a little while, but Microsoft has finally announced support for passkeys for its products. On Thursday, the company announced that passkey support is rolling out for all its consumer accounts across Apple platforms, Windows, and Google products. Users of Word, Excel, and other popular products requiring Microsoft sign-in will be able to authenticate […]
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03:00
Apple confirms iPadOS app ecosystem changes for the...
When in doubt, play by the rules. Apple on Thursday confirmed that the company will be bringing all of the app ecosystem changes made to iOS in the European Union to iPadOS in the fall. Earlier this week, the European Commission said that iPadOS is also a gatekeeper platform under the Digital Markets Act. Following […]
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02:00
How to manage depth control in iPhone photos
Macworld
Photos can pop when one area is in sharp focus and the other blurry, providing the impression of depth in a two-dimensional image that matches how our eyes focus on objects, even though we don’t typically perceive this. This technique once required a lens of the sort found on an SLR or DSLR (analog or digital single-lens reflex) or mirrorless camera. You adjust the f-stop, traditionally noted with an ƒ, which changes the depth of field or the range from the camera lens to a further point that can be in focus.
Apple’s switch to an array of two or more back-facing camera lenses (starting with the iPhone 7 Plus) and a special Portrait mode built for it made this kind of sophisticated-looking feature available to hundreds of millions of people. More recent phones can also perceive depth on the front-facing camera by using infrared sensors, allowing depth processing.
The effect can be clear when you use it deliberately...
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01:00
Comfortably listen to music with these $40 open-ear...
Macworld
Tired of invasive earbuds or over-ear headphones that constantly fall off? Meet the Mezzo Bone Conduction Headphones.
These headphones make your listening experience safe and comfortable thanks to their open-ear design. Now, you can score them for only 39.96 (reg. $69) with code MEZZO!
Unlike traditional headphones that deliver sound waves directly into your ear canal, these bone conduction headphones rest outside your ears and transmit sound by bypassing the eardrums completely and delivering audio vibrations...
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00:41
Apple Store’s ‘Shop with a Specialist over Video’...
Thursday May 2
17:47
Apple Store app now features ‘Shop with a Specialist...
Apple last year updated its online store with a new feature called “Shop with a Specialist over Video.” As the name suggests, it lets customers connect with an Apple Specialist using one-way video when buying certain products, such as the iPhone. This functionality is now coming to the Apple Store app on iOS as well.
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16:47
Tim Cook: Apple has advantages that will set its...
Following on from the announcement of Apple’s second quarter fiscal 2024 results, Apple CEO Tim Cook joined the company’s chief financial officer Luca Maestri on a call with investors. During this call, Cook again teased Apple’s upcoming generative AI and said that the company has advantages over its competitors.
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15:37
Apple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:
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15:32
Apple’s Q2 2024 earnings reveal a drop in iPhone,...
Enlarge / The Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California. (credit: Anadolu Agency | Getty)
Apple's earnings report for the second quarter of the company's 2024 fiscal year showed a slide in hardware sales, especially for the iPhone. Nonetheless, Apple beat analysts' estimates for the quarter thanks to the company's rapidly growing services revenue.
iPhone revenue dropped from $51.33 billion in the same quarter last year to $45.96 billion, a fall of about 10 percent. This was the second consecutive quarter with declining iPhone...
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15:31
Apple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:
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15:29
Tim Cook says DOJ antitrust lawsuit against Apple is...
Apple on Thursday announced its earnings for the second fiscal quarter of 2024, slightly beating expectations with $90.75 billion in revenue. During an interview, Cook also took a moment to talk about the US Department of Justice’s (DOJ) antitrust lawsuit against Apple, calling it “misguided.”
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15:28
AT&T wants you to pay an extra $7 per month for...
AT&T thinks people are willing to pay $7 extra per month for what it claims is “enhanced data connectivity for real-time responsiveness.” This new AT&T “Turbo” option is rolling out now, and the carrier says it “boosts all the high-speed and hotspot data” while active.
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14:23
[Fix] Errors Importing Android WhatsApp Chats to...
13:58
Apple Q2 2024 earnings: Analysts’ expectations...
Macworld
Apple on Thursday announced its second quarter 2024 earnings, posting revenue of $90.8 billion for the quarter, a 4 percent decline year over year, and quarterly earnings per diluted share of $1.53, which is one cent higher than last year. The company reported $23.6 billion in profit.
Apple beat the analysts’ predicted revenue of $90 billion and earnings per diluted share of $1.50.
iPhone sales, which usually buoy Apple’s results, took a hit this quarter, posting $46 billion in revenue, which is a 10 percent decrease from the second quarter of 2023. Wearables, Home, and Accessories revenue was also down 10 percent. iPad sales were also down 17 percent.
Apple’s Services set a record for the quarter and saw a jump in revenue YoY of 14 percent, while Mac sales increased about 4 percent.
“During the quarter, we were thrilled to launch Apple Vision Pro and to show the world the potential that spatial...
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13:45
Apple not making major AI news at upcoming product...
Update: It turns out Tim Cook was misunderstood in the CNBC story. The full quote in context does not imply an AI software announcement at next week’s hardware event, although Apple does infuse its silicon with AI readiness. Here’s the full quote in context:
”Looking ahead, we’re getting ready for an exciting product announcement next week that we think our customers will love. And next month, we have our Worldwide Developers Conference, which has generated enormous enthusiasm from our developers. We can’t wait to reveal what we have in store.
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Additionally, with a pause inserted to explain what happened:
“And we’re getting into a period of time here where we’re extremely excited like I’m in the edge of my seat literally because next week, we’ve got a product event that we’re excited about. And then just a few weeks thereafter, we’ve got the developers Worldwide Developers Conference coming up and we’ve got some big plans to announce in in...
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13:34
Apple announces Q2 2024 earnings, slightly beating...
Apple has disclosed its fiscal year 2024 Q2 earnings results. The company reports $90.75 billion in revenue during the three-month period, dropping 4.31% year over year. Analysts expected revenue around $90.33 billion. Apple netted $23.64 billion in profit, 2.15% decline.
Apple reported revenue of $94.8 billion for the same quarter a year ago. Apple argues that last year’s results included around $5 billion in revenue from “pent-up demand from the constraints” of Covid-19 factory shutdowns.
Other numbers from Apple’s quarterly results:
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13:09
9to5Mac Daily: May 2, 2024 – More changes in the EU...
12:45
iOS 17.5 beta feature makes sending in your iPhone...
Macworld
Sending your iPhone in for repair was always a little nerve-wracking. Not just because you no longer have access to what may be the most important gadget in your life, but because you never know if it’s safe.
Apple’s recommended procedure for preparing your device for service is to back up your phone, turn off Apple Cash, remove all cards from Wallet, and then remove your iPhone from Find My. This also removes Activation Lock. The fine print says, “Apple might not be able to service your device if Find My isn’t turned off.” It’s all very worrying and not the smooth and seamless experience we’re used to from Apple.
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12:37
Apple deal could have been “suicide” for Google,...
Enlarge / John Schmidtlein, partner at Williams & Connolly LLP and lead litigator for Alphabet Inc.'s Google, arrives to federal court in Washington, DC, US, on Monday, Oct. 2, 2023. (credit: Bloomberg / Contributor | Bloomberg)
Halfway through the first day of closing arguments in the Department of Justice's big antitrust trial against Google, US District Judge Amit Mehta posed the question that likely many Google users have pondered over years of DOJ claims that Google's market dominance has harmed users.
"What should Google have done to remain outside the crosshairs of the DOJ?" Mehta asked...
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12:25
How transcripts in Apple Podcasts became a time-...
There is no shortage of great third-party podcast clients on the App Store, such as Castro, Overcast, and Pocket Casts. But when Apple Podcasts introduced transcripts in iOS 17.4, the app immediately won me over.
Podcast transcripts are a fantastic feature for all kinds of users. For Deaf users there’s a clear benefit, since content that was previously limited to audio suddenly became accessible in written form. For researchers trying to quickly find...
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12:07
RESOLVED: We're investigating reports of an...
Incident began at 2024-05-02 15:53 and ended at 2024-05-02 19:02 (times are in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)).
The issue with Google Meet has been resolved for all affected users.
For new streams, there is no problem now. For broken streams, the stream host can stop and restart the stream to mitigate the issue.
We thank you for your patience while we worked on resolving the issue.
Affected products: Google Meet
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11:52
Unveiling 9to5Mac YouTube channel memberships: Join...
We’re excited to announce the launch of something new for the amazing 9to5Mac community: YouTube channel memberships! This is your opportunity to directly support the channel you love and unlock some fun perks as a result.
Why support the channel?
9to5Mac has been going strong on YouTube for eight years and is inching closer to one million subscribers. Your support helps us to continue growing and creating the in-depth video content you love. We provide in-depth iOS guides, walkthroughs, tutorials, news, reviews, and, most recently, the 9to5Mac Overtime podcast.
Of course, our YouTube content will always remain free and accessible, and you are not obligated to become a channel member. However, for those who especially appreciate our work, here is your chance to support us directly.
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11:47
How to watch Apple’s May iPad event (with a...
Apple’s “Let Loose” event is almost here and we’re expecting the official launch of the new iPad Pro, iPad Air, and more. Here’s how to watch the iPad event (including below), plus a reminder that the start time is three hours earlier than most of the company’s events.
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11:42
The Last Thing the iPad Needs Is a Spec Bump
An anonymous reader shares a column: When Apple CEO Tim Cook and a bunch of his deputies take the virtual stage next week to announce new iPads, they're going to spend a lot of time talking about specs. If the rumors are true, we're going to get new iPad Pros with OLED screens and thinner bodies, new Airs with faster chips and a correctly placed front camera, and a couple of new accessories. Before they even launch, I feel confident telling you these are the best iPads ever. But after all these years, I still don't know how to tell you whether you should want an iPad. Or what you'd want to do with it.
This has been true forever, of course. The iPad is the jack-of-all-trades in Apple's lineup, a terrific device in many ways that still feels increasingly redundant now that so many people have big phones and long-lasting laptops. Apple seems to have spent the last decade-plus enamored with the idea of the iPad as a shapeshifter -- a device that can be exactly what you need at...
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11:38
Apple vastly expands Figma support with new set of...
Apple today has added nine new design templates to its collection of Figma resources, significantly increasing the number of resources available for Figma users.
Previously the available resources focused solely on key operating systems like iOS and iPadOS, visionOS, and macOS. Now, nine new cross-platform feature templates are available.
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11:02
TwelveSouth’s adjustable iPad mount is secretly a...
TwelveSouth recently sent me their l to test with FaceTime on Apple TV 4K. HoverBar Duo is primarily marketed as an adjustable iPad mount for using the tablet hands-free. However, the arrival of FaceTime for Apple TV 4K makes HoverBar Duo a versatile solution for positioning your iPhone camera just right. Before trying it with FaceTime on Apple TV 4K, the TwelveSouth HoverBar Duo has proved useful with the iPhone in lots of other ways.
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10:49
Microsoft Finally Rolls Out Passkey Support for...
10:34
Beats Solo Buds, surprising iPad Pro specs, and iOS...
Benjamin and Chance assess the final iPad rumors ahead of next week’s ‘Let Loose’ event. Beats launches an incredibly compelling new addition to their headphones lineup, the Beats Solo Buds. At the same time, Apple fails to acknowledge what happened with people getting locked out of their Apple IDs over the weekend, in the same week as it releases a statement promising to fix an issue with iPhone alarms.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance discuss what podcast client they currently use and why, and how their listening habits reflect their app preferences. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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09:42
Apple Adds More Carve-outs To Its EU Core Tech Fee...
Apple is tweaking how it applies a new fee that can apply to iOS developers in the European Union as it continues to configure its approach to the bloc's Digital Markets Act (DMA): Developers of free apps will be able to avoid the fee entirely under changes it announced Thursday, which apply from today, while other developers earning under a certain revenue threshold will get longer before they have to pay Apple the fee. From a report: The so-called "core technology fee" remains opt in for iOS developers in the region, as Apple continues to offer its standard business terms, but those wanting to take up new entitlements the DMA has required Apple to offer -- such as allowing sideloading of apps, third party app stores, and support for alternative payment tech than Apple's own -- must agree to the set of business terms that include the CTF (as Apple calls it).
The fee remains under scrutiny in the region where the Commission, which enforces the DMA on Apple and other...
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09:41
Apple to Let EU Users Choose Alternative App Stores...
08:58
Passkey support comes to Word, Excel, and more for...
We’re getting closer every day to a password-free future. Less than two years after Apple launched passkeys with iOS 16 and macOS 13, more and more companies continue adding support. Following in the footsteps of Amazon and Nintendo, among others, today Microsoft announced that passkey support is rolling out for all its consumer accounts across Apple platforms, Windows, and Google products.
Users of Word, Excel, and the host of other popular products requiring Microsoft sign-in will be able to authenticate using simple biometric tools like Face ID or Touch ID.
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08:50
Apple Pay promo offers up to 20% off great Mother’s...
08:50
The Apple Studio Display is finally down to the...
Macworld
The Studio Display is more than a pretty monitor—it’s also loaded with high-end features you won’t find anywhere else, including a FaceTime camera, spatial audio, and three built-in USB-C ports. All that comes at a price, but today it’s cheaper than it’s ever been: Amazon is selling the 27-inch Apple Studio Display for $1,300, a savings of $299 and the best price we’ve ever seen.
The Studio Display is a fantastic monitor with a 5K Retina display sporting 600 nits of brightness, True Tone, and a P3 wide color gamut. Inside its thin bezels, you’ll find a built-in 12MP ultra-wide camera with Center Stage support, as well as a six-speaker...
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08:46
Thursday’s best deals: Magic Keyboard Folio $199,...
08:20
Google's Payments To Apple Reached $20 Billion...
Alphabet paid Apple $20 billion in 2022 for Google to be the default search engine in the Safari browser, according to newly unsealed court documents in the Justice Department's antitrust lawsuit against Google. From a report: The deal between the two tech giants is at the heart of the landmark case, in which antitrust enforcers allege Google has illegally monopolized the market for online search and related advertising. The Justice Department and Google will offer closing arguments in the case Thursday and Friday, with a decision expected later this year.
Google and Apple had hoped to shield the payment amount from public disclosure. At the trial last fall, Apple executives testified that Google paid "billions," without specifying a number. A Google witness later accidentally disclosed that Google pays 36% of the revenue it earns from search ads to Apple. Court documents filed late Tuesday ahead of the closing arguments mark the first public confirmation of the figures by...
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08:15
iPhone 15 vs 15 Pro: Everything that’s different and...
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro are Apple’s latest and greatest devices. While the iPhone 15 Pro is naturally more feature-rich and powerful, it may be overkill for many. And the iPhone 15 has gained pro features of its own this year like the Dynamic Island, 48MP main camera, and more. Follow along for a deep dive into the iPhone 15 vs 15 Pro for all the differences and advice on which to buy for yourself or someone else.
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08:09
Arc Search brings new widgets, Action button-capable...
Today, Arc Search, the iOS app from the Browser Company that debuted earlier this year, has been updated with three key feature improvements: widgets for your Home screen, Voice Search that can be triggered from an iPhone’s Action button, and handy new tab controls for controlling page zoom and requesting a desktop site.
All of these added conveniences aim to take the AI-focused search and web browsing tool to a new place of frequent engagement for users.
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08:00
Apple will protect indie developers in Europe from...
While Europe’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) antitrust law forced Apple to allow developers to sell apps outside the company’s own App Store, there were a number of potential problems with the company’s terms and conditions – not least of which is that an unexpected viral hit could have bankrupted an indie developer.
Apple had already made a number of changes to its terms to reduce the risk, and has now added two more protections which should prevent that nightmare scenario …
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07:59
Sideloading, third-party browser engines, and more...
Earlier this week, the European Commission announced that iPadOS is now designated as a gatekeeper platform in the European Union, just like the iPhone and the App Store.
In a new developer announcement today, Apple acknowledged this change and confirmed it will bring features like alternative app marketplaces, third-party browser engines, and more to the iPad in the EU later this fall.
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07:58
Google pays Apple more than most companies make in a...
Macworld
It’s no secret that the iPhone is a valuable device, not just to Apple but also to many of its biggest competitors. According to unsealed court documents revealed in the antitrust trial between the Justice Department and Google, we now know exactly how valuable.
As reported by Bloomberg, Apple’s senior vice president of services Eddy Cue admitted that the deal with Google to be the default search engine in the Safari browser netter Apple $20 billion in 2022, a staggering...
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07:35
This is what dismantling the Apple Car project looks...
In February this year, we learned that after more than a decade of work, Project Titan – the Apple Car effort was officially canceled. Naturally, details have been sparse around the topic as it was a secret project. But today an interesting detail has surfaced about how Apple is dismantling the project.
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07:33
How to clear cache on a Mac
Macworld
Maybe your Mac isn’t running as well as it used to. Maybe one or more of your apps are behaving strangely. Perhaps you are concerned about your privacy online or what companies and app developers know above you. All these are good reasons to clear the cache on your Mac.
We are here to answer the question: How do I clear my cache on my Mac? So if you want to know how to clear cache on a Mac you’ve come to the right place! But before we run through how to do that we’ll explain what cache is, why you might benefit from deleting it, what cache you shouldn’t delete, and how you can delete your cache.
What is cache?
A cache is where data is stored to help your Mac speed up various processes.
You have probably heard of the cache associated with web browsers. This cache contains the data that gets downloaded to your Mac and is saved so that the next time you visit the same website some of the data is...
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07:14
Apple pushes suppliers with new iPad Pro OLED...
Anyone following Apple supply chain reports knows that the company has been working toward adopting OLED displays on the iPad Pro for quite some time. Though the iPhone has featured an OLED display since the 2017 iPhone X, bringing the technology to the iPad lineup has proven difficult.
Delays seem to finally be reaching their end, however, as this new display technology should see its debut at the May 7 Apple event. A new report details how exactly the 2024 iPad Pro has produced fresh challenges for suppliers, and another highlights OLED supplier changes coming to the iPhone 16.
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07:07
Chrome on iOS Will Soon Filter Notifications Based...
07:00
Apple Watch AFib History Feature Gets FDA Nod as an...
06:02
Tim Cook to ‘hint’ at upcoming Apple AI features...
A new report says that Apple CEO Tim Cook will “hint” at upcoming AI features during next week’s Let Loose event.
New iPads are the main focus of the event, but there are possible reasons for suggesting that Apple might also use it to outline new artificial intelligence features ahead of a detailed briefing at WWDC …
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05:27
Apple Watch AFib feature gets new FDA seal of...
The Apple Watch AFib feature – which detects abnormal heartbeat patterns indicative of atrial fibrillation – has received a new tick of approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Doctors have already credited the health feature with saving lives.
While the FDA had previously granted clearance for AFib detection, that was a limited endorsement …
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04:48
Face ID Not Working After iOS 17.4.1 Update? How To...
04:31
Unfollow Everything lawsuit could change the way we...
A court is being asked to decide whether or not Meta has a legal obligation to allow the use of Unfollow Everything – a browser tool which effectively empties your Facebook feed.
The idea behind the tool is that instead of being sucked into an effectively endless feed of posts from every friend, group, and page you have ever followed, you get to proactively choose the posts you read …
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04:22
State Error Code 5501: How to Pair Apple Watch and...
03:56
Coldplay, Drake, Ariana Grande and other UMG artists...
Songs from UMG artists are now again available to TikTok creators, after a dispute over royalty payments and AI policies was resolved.
This has seen the return of a lengthy list of artists, including Bad Bunny, Sting, The Weeknd, Alicia Keys, Drake, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Rosalía, Harry Styles, Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Adele, U2, Elton John, Brandi Carlile, Coldplay, Bob Dylan, and Post Malone …
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03:15
Apple announces 2024 Swift Student Challenge winners...
The entries have been tallied, there were some incredible apps submitted, and Apple has profiled three of its “Distinguished Winners” of its 2024 Swift Student Challenge, their apps covering care, extreme sports, and breathing exercises. The company launched its 2024 Swift Student Challenge in February and selected 350 winners from their entries in March. 50 […]
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03:00
Rumor: Third-generation Apple Watch Ultra may see “...
If you were hoping for a new generation of the Apple Watch Ultra with a significant number of amazing new features you may be let down. Per Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple seems likely to release a next-gen Apple Watch Ultra this year, but the new model will have “almost no” hardware upgrades […]
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01:43
Switch to iPhone 15? You’ll need this cable for...
Apple changed the charging port from Lightning to USB-C with the iPhone 15. A USB-C charging cable comes in the box, but upgraders may need to purchase a separate cable to continue using CarPlay.
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01:15
Search in the Notes App Doesn’t Work? Here’s How To...
00:55
Apple mulling new deal terms to change how it pays...
As the frantic investor hype around streaming dies down, every studio is re-evaluating the way they do business, what shows they are commissioning, and their relationships with creators.
The financially-rich Apple has less pressure to do this than most, but we have seen changes at Apple Studios too, albeit perhaps to a lesser extent compared to other streaming outlets. The Ankler reports today in its Dealmakers column that Apple is talking to producers and agents about a potential new deal structure for their originals going forward.
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Wednesday May 1
18:36
Here’s how much Google paid Apple to be Safari’s...
16:20
Anthropic Brings Claude AI To the iPhone and iPad
Anthropic has released its Claude AI chatbot on the App Store, bringing the company's ChatGPT competitor to the masses. Compared to OpenAI's chatbot, Claude is built with a focus on reducing harmful outputs and promoting safety, with a goal of making interactions more reliable and ethically aware. You can give it a try here. 9to5Mac reports: Anthropic highlights three launch features for Claude on iPhone:
Seamless syncing with web chats: Pick up where you left off across devices.
Vision capabilities: Use photos from your library, take new photos, or upload files so you can have real-time image analysis, contextual understanding, and mobile-centric use cases on the go.
Open access: Users across all plans, including Pro and Team, can download the app free of charge.
The app is also capable of analyzing things that you show it like objects, images, and your environment.
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16:12
What to expect from Apple Watch Ultra 3 this year
We’ve been hearing a lot of rumors about an “Apple Watch X,” which would be a completely redesigned Apple Watch to celebrate the product’s 10th anniversary. However, little has been said about what to expect from the next generation Apple Watch Ultra – so read on as we dig into the details.
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