Monday June 3
04:34
Some Chinese brand Lightning headphones require...
An engineer with extensive experience of working with Bluetooth found himself bamboozled when told that he needed to enable a wireless connection to use a cheap pair of wired Lightning headphones – and that turned out to be correct …
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04:15
Best iPad for kids: To go cheap or small, that is...
Macworld
Kids love iPads. The simplicity of tapping on the screen when they want things to happen means they can learn to use them in seconds, but there’s plenty that Apple’s tablets can do. Whether it’s educational games, entertainment apps, using them to create art with an Apple Pencil or just something to stop them getting bored on car journeys, iPads can be a godsend.
Choosing the right one can feel a bit daunting. After all, don’t they all do the same things? What’s the difference between the normal iPad and the iPad Air? Well, we’re here to simplify things so you can be sure you’re buying the right one.
You can also read our best iPhone and iPad apps for kids guide to get them off to a good start. Plus, we have a roundup of the...
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04:14
Qualcomm uses ‘I’m a Mac’ actor Justin Long to...
It’s now 15 years since the last of Apple’s award-winning “I’m a Mac/I’m a PC” ads, but rival companies still believe it’s clever to use the Mac actor to try to sell rival products.
After Huawei and Intel, Qualcomm is the latest company to make the attempt, with an incredibly cringeworthy ad in which the Mac guy – played by Justin Long – decides it’s time to get a PC …
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04:06
Spotify raising prices again, Family plan now $3/mo...
Spotify is once again raising the price of Spotify Premium in the United States. Although the ad-supported free tier remains available, the price of Spotify’s Premium tier is now more expensive than Apple Music. Spotify customers will be notified of the increases over the next month.
Spotify Premium Individual is now priced at $11.99 per month, compared to $10.99 per month for Apple Music. The Family plan price is also up and now costs $19.99, compared to $16.99 for Apple Music Family …
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03:00
Rumor: No hardware announcements expected during...
If you were hoping for new hardware announcements at Apple’s WWDC keynote address on June 10, you might have to wait for another event. Per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, there’s no expectation that Apple will announce any new hardware during the speech. “There’s no hardware slated to be announced at WWDC, unless Apple unexpectedly previews a […]
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02:15
Best AirTag key rings, bag tags, holders &...
Macworld
Here at Macworld we’re extremely fond of Apple’s
AirTag, which we consider by far the best Bluetooth tracker for an iPhone or Mac user. However, one complaint raised in our
AirTag review was that it doesn’t have a hole, which means you’re forced in most situations to buy an accessory to put it in.
Want to attach it to your keys? You need to buy a special key ring. Want to attach it to your luggage? Special luggage label. An ecosystem has quickly sprung up offering straps, loops, pet tags, cases and holders for AirTag owners.
But which ones are worth buying? We’ve been testing out all the AirTags accessories we can get our hands...
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01:31
Rumor: iPhone 16 Pro to feature world’s thinnest...
Although the iPhone 16 Pro will mostly resemble the design of the , we are expecting some small changes. The screen sizes of both the Pro and Pro Max are increasingly slightly, and we may also see a dramatic further reduction in the black border that is visible around the screen.
That’s according to IceUniverse, who says that the iPhone 16 Pro may in fact feature the world’s thinnest smartphone bezels.
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01:25
The best USB-C charger for your MacBook Pro or Air
Macworld
Unlike the iPhone, Apple ships a USB-C power adapter with all its MacBooks: Air and Pro. Unless your laptop stays in the same place all of the time, having a spare or a specific travel MacBook charger is a useful addition. You can buy a second Apple charger or check out more versatile, cheaper and smaller MacBook chargers to suit your needs and budget.
It’s important to note that there are risks with buying a cheap charger and we don’t recommend you choose on price alone. That bargain MacBook charger might just fry your laptop or get dangerously hot. However, there are some great premium chargers from trusted brands that sell for less than Apple pricey chargers.
What to look for in a MacBook charger
PD charging
What you need is a Power Delivery (PD) charger that can connect to your MacBook via USB-C. PD chargers can support up to 240W of power, although the most common congregate...
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01:00
Shop and save with a $20 BJ’s Wholesale Club...
Macworld
Finding ways to save money can be hard. But when you’re a BJ’s member, you can save every time you shop. Right now, you can get The Club Card Membership with BJ’s Easy Renewal® for a year for just $20.
BJ’s Wholesale Club offers outstanding value on bulk items, from groceries and home goods to furniture and electronics. With a membership, you’ll have access to 244 clubs in several different states.
You can get BJ’s Gas, leverage ExpressPay® to pay as you shop and skip...
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Sunday June 2
08:24
Security Bite: Why your inbox is still so bad at...
Many people are not aware that there’s a clever buffer that exists before emails land in an inbox. It’s here that each piece of mail is scanned, ideally blocking anything malicious before it arrives. However, over the years, email providers (mainly Gmail) have instead put more focus on adding “warning labels” to mail containing links or attachments they suspect are up to no good. Akin to putting lipstick on a pig. Despite these efforts, a stagering 91% of all cyberattacks still originate from an inbox.
If you think Google, Apple, and Microsoft could be doing more, you’re right. So, why haven’t they?
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05:21
iOS 18 Control Center reportedly features redesigned...
iOS 18 is expected to be a pretty significant release in terms of the number of changes and new features. While artificial intelligence capabilities will be the big theme of the update, we are also expecting other enhancements.
Today, Mark Gurman writes in his Power On newsletter that Apple is preparing to overhaul the iPhone Control Center as part of iOS 18. The new design will include updates to the ‘now playing’ music widget and the HomeKit smart home controls.
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03:00
Improve your vocabulary in just 10 minutes a day for...
Macworld
We don’t have to stop learning our native language after grade school, nor should we. Sometimes, what we say isn’t half as important as the words we choose, which is where the Wordela Vocabulary Builder comes in.
For less than $10, new users can have lifetime access to an app that lets you build your vocabulary in a way that really helps those new words stick. That’s thanks to Wordela’s learning algorithm, an AI teacher that lets you tailor your speech to the kind of conversations you want to have, whether...
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01:00
Double Dad’s productivity with Windows 11 + Office...
Macworld
Dads love getting stuff done, so sometimes the most practical Father’s Day gifts are the best. This year, surprise him by turning his home PC into a real workhorse with a lifetime license to both Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Office Pro 2021 for $59.97.
Rated 5/5 stars by users, this deal is a solid way to bring used desktops up to date with the very latest Microsoft has to offer. That starts...
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Saturday June 1
13:06
Apple downgrades new M2 iPad Air, now says it...
Apple has made a quiet update to the tech specs of the M2 iPad Air, which first launched last month. Despite originally touting the iPad Air’s M2 chip as featuring a 10-core GPU, the company now says it features a 9-core GPU.
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11:00
There’s no Threads app for iPad, but this simple...
Instagram as a company seems to have never heard of this little niche product called the iPad. There may never be an Instagram iPad app, which doesn’t bode well for Threads’ own chances of native iPad support either.
But did you know that you can get an app-like Threads experience on the iPad right now? Here’s how to unlock the best iPad experience for Threads.
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10:34
Apple's AI Plans Include 'Black Box'...
How will Apple protect user data while their requests are being processed by AI in applications like Siri?
Long-time Slashdot reader AmiMoJo shared this report from Apple Insider:
According to sources of The Information [four different former Apple employees who worked on the project], Apple intends to process data from AI applications inside a virtual black box.
The concept, known as "Apple Chips in Data Centers" internally, would involve only Apple's hardware being used to perform AI processing in the cloud. The idea is that it will control both the hardware and software on its servers, enabling it to design more secure systems. While on-device AI processing is highly private, the initiative could make cloud processing for Apple customers to be similarly secure... By taking control over how data is processed in the cloud, it would make it easier for Apple to implement processes to make a breach much harder to actually happen.
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07:34
How an Apple AirTag Helped Police Recover 15,000...
An anonymous reader shared this report from the Washington Post:
Twice before, this Virginia carpenter had awoken in the predawn to start his work day only to find one of his vans broken into. Tools he depends on for a living had been stolen, and there was little hope of retrieving them. Determined to shut down thieves, he said, he bought a bunch of Apple AirTags and hid the locator devices in some of his larger tools that hadn't been pilfered. Next time, he figured, he would track them.
It worked.
On Jan. 22, after a third break-in and theft, the carpenter said, he drove around D.C.'s Maryland suburbs for hours, following an intermittent blip on his iPhone, until he arrived at a storage facility in Howard County. He called police, who got a search warrant, and what they found in the locker was far more than just one contractor's nail guns and miter saws.
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06:54
How to make iPhone notes without bold headings
By default, when you make a new note in the Notes app on your iPhone, you have to be bold. Well, the first line of the note is in bold as it begins writing in a heading style. The second line and beyond uses standard body font size.
Often, this is undesirable and you just want to jot stuff down without the formality of a page title. Here’s how to change your notes settings to do just that.
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05:29
Fake iPhone return scam cost Apple $12 million in...
We have seen these kind of scams before, but this particularly case is on a ginormous industry-like scale. Five people have been charged on counts of fraud for their involvement in a fake iPhone return scheme.
Essentially, people would take near-worthless fake lookalike iPhone models into the Apple Store, claiming they are faulty and asking for a replacement device. Apple would exchange the unit for a valuable replacement phone, which can then be sold. This procedure was allegedly carried out 16,000 times.
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04:00
Apple @ Work: AirCove Go delivers the perfect router...
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I’ve never been the type to want to travel with a portable router in my bag. Dealing with the complexity of connecting to various networks along with the fact that many hotels have moved away from ethernet to a Wi-Fi-only experience. That is until...
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01:30
Best place to buy a refurbished MacBook or Mac
Macworld
Apple makes great computers, but they’re not cheap. Even if you are happy to pay the entry price for a new iMac or MacBook Pro, you may be painfully aware that for just a few hundred pounds or dollars more you could get a much more powerful model. But can you justify the extra spend?
Luckily you don’t have to, because often you can find a previous generation Mac and sometimes even the current generation model, on sale for less at Apple’s Certified Refurbished store.
It’s not only Apple that offers refurbished Macs though. There are other places you can buy used Macs that have been refurbished, but not all refurbished Macs are as good as the ones Apple sells, so you should beware of the pitfalls. Luckily we will be running through the things to avoid in this...
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01:00
Learn a language as you listen with this unique...
Macworld
Everybody learns in a different way, so if you’ve tried to teach yourself a new language with more traditional systems, Beelinguapp offers a fun approach that actually makes a lot of sense. You can now get a lifetime subscription for just $39.99 and passively learn your choice of 14 languages just by listening to a wide selection of audiobooks.
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Friday May 31
14:41
DisplayBuddy for Mac can now control brightness on...
12:59
PSA: MagSafe probably isn’t charging your iPhone...
iPhones are powerful pocket computers with advanced chips, price tags largely exceeding $1,000, and they’re at the center of much of our lives. They also, since Apple debuted Continuity Camera in macOS Ventura, serve as pretty great alternatives to a dedicated webcam.
Unfortunately, as one writer discovered, the dream of keeping an iPhone charged while it serves as your webcam is just that: a dream only. Likely due to heat management features, iPhones tend not to charge when using Continuity Camera—and especially not if you’re using MagSafe.
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11:54
Reacting to Unsolicited Two-Factor Authentication...
We’re all accustomed to receiving two-factor authentication codes via SMS, but if you ever get one that you didn’t request, don’t ignore it because it might indicate that the credentials to one of your accounts have been compromised.
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11:50
Logitech introduces new MX Keys and Wave Keys...
Logitech this week announced new products designed specifically for Mac users. The company is reintroducing some of its most popular accessories, including MX Keys S and Ergo Wave Keys, with exclusive layout and features for macOS and iOS.
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11:35
You can order four Apple Pencil Tips for just $12...
Macworld
If you’re an avid Apple Pencil user, then you’re going to love hearing that the Apple Pencil Tips 4-pack is now on sale for just $12, down from the usual $19, the best price we’ve seen for this essential accessory.
Whether you use the Apple Pencil extensively for sketching intricate designs, jotting down notes, or editing photos, these pencil tips will definitely come in handy sooner rather than later. Compatible with the Apple Pencil 1st and 2nd gen, as well as the Apple Pencil USB-C and Apple Pencil Pro, this 4-pack ensures you always have extra tips at the ready no matter which stylus you have.
While it’s true that Apple Pencil nibs don’t have a set lifespan, they do wear down if you use them daily for hours. Also, if you’re drawing, thus applying more pressure at times, they’ll wear...
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11:00
HomeKit Weekly: Hands-on with the new Aqara P2...
A few weeks ago, Aqara was in the news with the release of its . I am a big fan of motion sensors for smart homes as they allow for some pretty rad automations based on who’s in a certain room and when. They’re generally low-cost enough that you can put them in multiple rooms without breaking the budget. Let’s dive into the new motion sensor and see how it works.
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10:59
iOS 18 release date: When to expect the betas and...
We’re not far from the first official look at iOS 18 at WWDC 2024 on June 10. Whether you’d like to test out the new OS as soon as the dev beta is available or you’ll wait for the public beta or public launch, follow along for when to expect the iOS 18 release date.
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10:50
iOS 18 to allow text effects for individual words in...
Macworld
Get ready to jazz up your iMessages. According to a MacRumors story citing “multiple sources familiar with the matter,” iOS 18 is going to take the fun text effects a step further by allowing you to add text effects to individual words within the message.
It is not clear if these will be the same text effects currently available to entire messages, entirely new ones (like bold or italics), or something else entirely. You can already add a handful of fun effects to your iMessages. There are full-screen effects like balloons, lasers, and confetti, or text effects like slam or invisible ink....
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09:54
iMessage in iOS 18 to bring animations and text...
Apple’s upcoming iOS 18 release is expected to be one of the iPhone’s biggest software updates ever. Today a new report highlights an enhancement set to be added to one of Apple’s most popular apps: Messages.
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09:40
BusyCal 2024.2.4
Ensures that duration information is now always visible in the event info panel. ($49.99 new, free update, 67.8 MB, macOS 10.15+)
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09:35
Mimestream 1.3.4
Resolves an issue with conversation view failing to respond to clicks in macOS 14.4 Sonoma. ($49.99 annual subscription, free update, 12.3 MB, macOS 12+)
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09:30
Apple TV+ this week: Season 2 of ‘Frog and Toad’ is...
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.
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09:24
macOS 15 and iOS 18 to get Settings, Control Center...
Macworld
Last week, we heard about the tweaks that Apple will make to System Settings in macOS 15. In case you’re wondering if the changes are really going to happen, a quick X post late on Thursday by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman backed up the initial report by AppleInsider.
However, while AppleIsider’s report focused on macOS 15, Gurman’s post refers to the upcoming iOS 18, as well. Gurman states that Settings is “getting a new UI with a reorganized, cleaner layout that’s more simple to navigate. It also has much-improved search.” Gurman’s post makes it sound as if Apple is doing more to unify the look of Settings between macOS and iOS, which was the original idea when Apple introduced the changes from System Preferences...
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09:05
Apple Hearing Study Shares Early Findings on Tinnitus
Results from the crowd-sourced Apple Hearing Study shed light on the prevalence, causes, and impact of tinnitus, with over 160,000 participants sharing their experiences.
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09:04
Get ready for a redesigned Settings app in iOS 18,...
All of the hype around WWDC this year has centered around two letters: AI.
Even though a large portion of Apple’s keynote is expected to highlight AI-related features, there will certainly be a variety of other improvements on deck for iOS 18, visionOS 2, and Apple’s other software platforms.
Mark Gurman reports that one such change will be a redesigned Settings app across the iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
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08:48
Apple’s 15-inch M3 MacBook Air $149 off, Beats...
08:03
The iPhone 16’s biggest selling point may not be the...
Days out from WWDC and the AI rumor mill is active as ever.
Yesterday Mark Gurman reported that many of iOS 18’s AI features will require using an iPhone 15 Pro or later. It’s rare for many major software features to be exclusive to the latest iPhone, especially the latest Pro phone. But that’s exactly what iOS 18 seems set to deliver.
Which got me thinking: Apple’s marketing pitch for this fall’s iPhone 16 may center primarily on software, not hardware.
AI features in iOS 18 may be the biggest selling point for the iPhone 16.
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06:38
The best reviewed Apple TV+ series ever is getting a...
When Apple TV+ launched in 2019, it arrived with a laughably small selection of content. But this was for a very specific reason: Apple sought to distinguish TV+ from its competitors by focusing on creating the best original content possible.
Five years in, TV+ has a fairly solid track record for content quality, even if it’s dropped off a little recently. And today, Apple announced that its best reviewed series ever on TV+ is getting a new season soon: Pachinko season 2 debuts on August 23.
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05:43
Meta is using your data to train AI models;...
If you use Instagram or Facebook, Meta is using your data to train its AI models. The company uses posts as training material for its generative AI systems.
Privacy legislation in the UK and European Union means that the company is forced to offer an opt-out option – but it is doing so in a rather sketchy way …
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05:09
All the Apple AI features we’re expecting to be...
We’re a little over a week away from the WWDC keynote, in which Apple is expected to announce a slew of new AI features as part of iOS 18.
This is expected to be the point at which Siri gets generative AI smarts, thanks to a deal with OpenAI to incorporate ChatGPT tech …
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05:05
Apple Arcade Guide: Everything available and what’s...
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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04:02
TikTok algorithm could have US-only version; company...
The TikTok algorithm could be split, claims a report, with a US-only version used for the hugely popular app to try to avoid a ban.
Developer Bytedance has tweeted that the report is not accurate, but its message appears to be more a repetition of its legal stance than a specific denial …
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03:30
iOS 18, macOS 15 and everything else coming from...
Macworld
June is a big month for Apple.
It all starts with the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), where Apple talks about all the great features and improvements coming to its platforms later in the year. That’s followed immediately by the first round of developer betas, so devs can start testing their apps and making updates using the new frameworks and APIs. A public beta typically follows a few weeks later, often in early July.
Sometimes, Apple introduces new hardware at WWDC–Macs are a favorite, as that’s the core product for developers. Last year also saw the unveiling of the Vision Pro headset.
And let’s not forget the usual releases for Apple’s content services: Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade. Those will continue throughout June as usual. Here are all the things we expect from Apple this month.
WWDC 24 software: iOS 18, macOS 15, and AI, AI, AI
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03:15
Rumor: Apple, OpenAI may work to add ChapGPT...
Apple and OpenAI may have reached a deal to bring ChatGPT to iOS 18 and Apple’s forthcoming operating system updates in 2024. Per The Information, Apple has been looking to bring AI to its platforms, but in a way that opts for preserving privacy through an on-device method as opposed to the Large Language Models […]
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03:00
Tap to Pay on iPhone launches in Italy
Apple’s Tap to Pay on iPhone technology launched in Italy on Thursday, allowing sellers to use the iPhone as a contactless payment terminal. As with other international launches, the feature allows retailers to use the NFC chip inside more recent iPhones to accept debit and credit card payments alongside Apple Pay and other digital payment […]
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03:00
Apple News+ Subscription Growth Blows Away Major...
David Snow reports via Cult of Mac: A new report from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) shows Apple News+ growing its subscription rate about four times as fast as major news sites are. CIRP showed Apple increased its News+ subscriptions in the United States from 15% to 24% between 2020 to 2024, a 9% increase. In that same period, The New York Times and The Washington Post managed a 2% bump apiece and The Wall Street Journal managed a 3% increase. The results come from data measuring how many Apple product buyers say they subscribe to the News+ service.
CIRP also cited a report indicating that the Apple News+ partnership program is increasingly becoming a lifeline for news websites losing revenue, according to major publishers. And as far as the growth of Apple News+ subscription growth is concerned, it may keep growing as long as the user install base for devices keeps growing. "One-quarter of the U.S. base of Apple customers represents tens of millions of...
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02:00
How to avoid force ejecting mounted volumes in macOS
Macworld
When using macOS, you certainly know if you’ve opened a Pages file or are editing an email. But, below the surface are files that macOS uses that you don’t see–all the activity required for background processes, Time Machine backups, Spotlight indexing, and other system needs. When you want to eject a mounted volume, like a volume on an external SSD or hard drive, you can run afoul of macOS’s hidden needs.
You can try to eject a volume normally in these ways:
- Select it in the Finder and press Command-E.
- Select it in the Finder and choose File > Eject.
- Control-click/right-click the volume in the Finder and choose Eject “volume name.”
(If you don’t see the volume in the Finder, either choose Go > Computer or press Command-Shift-C, or choose Finder > Settings > General and check all the items under “Show these items on the desktop.”)
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01:00
Make PDFs more productive with $60 off this easy Mac...
Macworld
PDFs are an incredibly common filetype, but for far too many of us they’re a necessary evil. PDF Expert is the tool that lets Mac users not only sidestep the most common PDF headaches but add new features that turn them into a real workhorse document — and now new users can get a lifetime subscription to this top-selling app’s Premium Plan for less than $80.
This Mac standby was a runner-up for Apple’s App of the Year, and it’s easy to see why. It has all the usual conversion tools front and center, allowing you to...
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00:57
You might need Apple’s latest iPhone 15 Pro to use...
In a little over a week’s time, Apple will unveil iOS 18 and its other new operating system versions, with a heavy focus on bringing AI features to its customers at a system level.
Apple is expected to use a combination of on-device and cloud for AI processing. But customers might need the latest and greatest to be able to use these new features. Mark Gurman writes that many of the upcoming on-device artificial intelligence will require the latest high-end, the .
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Thursday May 30
19:37
Add three 10Gbps USB ports to your laptop for just $...
Macworld
Laptops nowadays never seem to have enough ports for all the things we need to plug in, do they? Well, the Baseus 6-in-1 USB-C hub is only $30 right now, down from its usual $46, a significant discount for one of our favorite hubs.
This Baseus hub allows you to easily connect an extra monitor to your laptop. The HDMI port supports 4K monitors and up to 60Hz for mirroring or extending your display. Whether you’re working, holding a presentation, or streaming Supernatural again, the ultra-high-definition output ensures everything looks fantastic. In our ...
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19:15
Controller for HomeKit updated with new 3D ‘Floor...
Although Apple already provides its own Home app to let users control and manage their HomeKit devices, there are multiple third-party apps that extend such functionality – and one of them is Controller for HomeKit. This week, Controller for HomeKit got a major update that adds a new “Floor Plan” feature for mapping your home in 3D.
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16:59
YouTube app no longer hijacks Apple TV screen saver...
16:14
Foldable MacBook rumors, iOS 18 home screen updates...
Benjamin and Zac discuss the curious rumors about a 20-inch foldable MacBook, and the latest Vision Pro content developments. iOS 18 may let users change the icons of the apps on their home screen, but how exactly? We also have more insight into Apple’s AI plans and its approach to handling user data privacy while remaining feature competitive.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Zac talk more about the genuine utility of ChatGPT in daily life.
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15:51
AR laptop ‘Spacetop G1’ now available for pre-order...
Sightful, nana, unveiled a new product last year called Spacetop G1, which is described as an “AR laptop.” That’s because the device consists of lightweight AR glasses combined with a laptop computer that has a keyboard and trackpad. Spacetop G1 is now available for pre-order, but what does it tell us about the future of AR/VR devices?
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15:38
Upgrade your Mac setup with these products: My...
If you’re looking to take your desk setup to the next level, this is the guide for you. Head below for some of my favorite products that can improve your working setup, ranging from accessories to decorations and more. All the things on this list are things I’ve personally used and can vouch for.
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14:48
Report: An iOS 18 update will enable Siri to control...
Macworld
It’s no secret that Apple is going to push hard into AI with its OS updates this year, and we’ll learn all about iOS 18 and macOS 15 at WWDC in less than three weeks.
Details have been leaking out in the weeks leading up to the event, and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has news of one we haven’t heard of yet. Siri, he claims, will be able to...
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14:39
Report: Apple and OpenAI have signed a deal to...
Enlarge / OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. (credit: JASON REDMOND / Contributor | AFP)
Apple and OpenAI have successfully made a deal to include OpenAI's generative AI technology in Apple's software, according to The Information, which cites a source who has spoken to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman about the deal.
It was previously reported by Bloomberg that the deal was in the works. The news appeared in a longer article about Altman and his growing influence within the company.
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13:20
iOS 18: Siri to gain extensive knowledge to trigger...
Siri is expected to be at the center of a host of AI-related enhancements coming to iOS 18. Now, thanks to a new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, we have fresh information on some of the specific upgrades coming to Apple’s intelligent assistant.
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13:03
Microsoft's Satya Nadella Worried About an...
Microsoft seems to be concerned about some of OpenAI's business dealings. From a report: Satya Nadella recently met with Sam Altman to discuss an apparent deal between OpenAI and Apple, The Information reported [hard-paywalled]. According to the outlet, the OpenAI CEO recently reached an agreement with the iPhone maker to incorporate some OpenAI services into Apple products. Nadella was reportedly concerned about the potential impact of a deal on Microsoft's product ambitions, per the report. Apple was said to be considering both Google and OpenAI for the deal, which could be worth billions.
If OpenAI has indeed reached an agreement with Apple, it would be a much-needed win for Altman. The tech boss has faced heightened scrutiny after former employees and board members publicly criticized him. Helen Toner, a former OpenAI director, recently accused Altman of lying to the board "multiple" times and "withholding information."
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12:39
Threads on desktop rolls out power user features...
Two weeks after launching a test for a new, TweetDeck-style interface for Threads on the web, today the new Threads for desktop has received the green light to begin a global rollout.
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11:43
Huge majority of surveyed readers willing to pay a...
A 9to5Mac poll has confirmed what Apple execs certainly already know: there is a strong market willing to pay a serious premium for a new Ultra-level iPhone.
Hence, 2025’s expected iPhone 17 Ultra.
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11:17
Ecobee Smart Thermostat gets grid stability...
Ecobee has released an update today that’s part of its eco+ Community Energy Savings feature that helps users work with others in their area to prevent power outages. The new automation can adjust the but users can still take manual control at any time.
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10:53
Apple shares trio of new ads pitching why you should...
Apple is out with three new short ads today promoting Apple Card. The droll spots highlight features like fast payments, instant Daily Cash, and easy transaction search. Check them all out below.
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10:41
Report: iOS 18 and macOS 15 to feature ‘Project...
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A new report from AppleInsider claims to have inside info about the upcoming AI capabilities of iOS 18 and macOS 15. It mostly jibes with previous reports and rumors, though there are some new specific claims worth mentioning.
For example, there’s Project Greymatter, the code name for a host of AI capabilities said to be coming to iOS 18 and macOS 15. Greymatter focuses on using AI for “practical benefits” to users of...
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09:46
Apple Puts iPhone Durability Ahead of Easy Repairs,...
Apple prioritizes device durability over easier repairs, according to John Ternus, the company's head of hardware engineering, in a recent interview with YouTuber MKBHD. "It's objectively better for the customer to have that reliability," Ternus stated, adding that it is "ultimately better for the planet" due to significantly lower failure rates. Apple tests over 10,000 units of each product before release and incorporates real-world concerns into its testing suite.
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09:25
Apple’s Journal app could be blow away with an iOS...
Apple’s WWDC keynote is fast approaching, where the company will unveil all its AI features for iOS 18, macOS 15, and more.
I’ve written previously about how Apple has the potential to make AI mass-market with iOS 18 in a way few other companies can. I expect Apple’s presentation to largely focus on AI features that are simple to use and serve existing needs in a more convenient way. There probably won’t be many jaw-dropping moments during the keynote, but rather a lot of nice-to-haves.
However, after seeing what a new third-party autobiography app is doing with AI, I’m convinced Apple could have a blow away moment if it showed off an AI-supercharged Journal app.
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09:18
Modern lives are messing up menstrual cycles—earlier...
Enlarge / Panty liners, hygienic tampons, and sanitary pads. (credit: Getty | LOU BENOIST)
People in the US are starting their menstrual cycles earlier and experiencing more irregularities, both of which raise the risk of a host of health problems later in life, according to an Apple women’s health study looking at data from over 70,000 menstruating iPhone users born between 1950 and 2005.
The mean age of people's first period fell from 12.5 years in participants born between 1950 and 1969 to 11.9 years in participants born between 2000 and 2005, with a...
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09:13
How to join Apple’s beta program and test the new...
Macworld
If you’ve ever wanted to take an early look at new versions of Apple’s operating systems before they launch, and maybe help shape them in the process, then Apple’s beta program is something you should consider. This initiative allows developers and public beta testers to gain access to the updates before they’re released, so they can help test for bugs and give any new features a thorough workout before they’re unleashed on the general public.
Apple will reveal the details of the next round of operating system updates at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), which kicks off with a keynote on June 10 at 10nam PT. Soon after the keynote closed the first developer betas of...
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09:12
SmartGym gets multi-equipment lists, personalized...
SmartGym for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac is out with a major update today. The new release brings a top-requested feature – tracking multiple equipment lists as well as the ability to personalize weights, give alternative exercise suggestions, a new Summary Screen for Apple Watch, and more.
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09:00
Instagram enhances Notes feature by adding support...
Today Instagram is rolling out a handful of enhancements to its Notes feature, including adding support for likes, mentions, and the ability to post prompts that others can respond to.
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08:47
Apple 1TB M4 iPad Pro new low + Nano-Texture $365...
08:20
Anker Prime 27650mAh Power Bank (250W) review:...
Macworld
At a glance
Pros
- Large battery capacity
- 140W (PD 3.1) charging power
- Compact size
- Dedicated app
Our Verdict
There are smaller high-capacity laptop power banks available, but the Anker Prime 27650mAh is a respectable mixture of power and portability—and is particularly well suited to the 16-inch MacBook Pro that can take advantage of its 140W charging and larger battery capacity.
Price When Reviewed
$179.99
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08:10
Keychron launches ‘Ultra-Slim’ keyboards for Mac w/...
07:28
Best Mac monitors and displays 2024
Macworld
The monitor might be the most important part of your Mac’s setup–after all, you can’t use any desktop computer without one and even the 16-inch MacBook screen can be extended to an external display twice that size. Because you’ll spend a lot of time looking at it, you’ll want to invest wisely. Not only will you want a monitor that provides a pleasing experience, but the quality of the images on the screen can also affect your work.
However, picking a new monitor can be daunting. Not only are there many manufacturers to choose from, but there are also lots of sizes, resolutions, and features to consider–and when we say lots, we mean lots. We’re here to help guide you while you shop, and we have some tips on what to look for in a monitor.
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07:07
Snatch Apple’s beautiful AirTag Leather Loop for a...
Macworld
Getting an AirTag set up is super easy, but figuring out how to secure them to something like a bag or a zipper is a different discussion. Thankfully, this gorgeous leather loop from Apple is only $8 right now, down from $39, the best price we’ve ever seen and the perfect companion for your AirTaf.
Made out of red, tanned leather, this Apple AirTag case is simply gorgeous. Even more, it’s elegant no matter what you attach it to. This beautiful case will keep your AirTag tightly in place. Just loop the leather around whatever you want to hook it to, such as your backpack, and slip the AirTag through the cutout.
AirTags are super useful to have. These button-shaped devices will keep track of any of your personal items, such as your bags or keys. There are so many uses for AirTags that we’...
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06:48
Rare App Store antitrust win for Apple, as Chinese...
Apple has enjoyed a rare App Store antitrust win, as a Chinese court dismissed a lawsuit accusing it of charging excessive commissions.
The iPhone maker is facing an onslaught of antitrust legislation and lawsuits around the world, most notably surrounding the App Store …
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06:40
Apple may finally let Android users watch TV+ shows...
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Apple has placed a job ad for a senior Android engineer, in a signal that its walled garden strategy may soon have to change. The new recruit will work on an Apple TV app for Google’s mobile platform.
The ad, which inexplicably calls the platform “android” with a lower-case A in three out of five instances, says the Apple TV app team “is looking for a proactive, hardworking and experienced senior android [sic] engineer to lead the development of fun new features, and to help build an application used by millions to watch and discover tv [sic] and sports.”
There has technically been an Android TV+ app before now–the Chromecast version of the service runs on Android...
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06:03
iOS 18 Siri will better understand people, events,...
A new report says that iOS 18 Siri features will include a better contextual understanding of things like people, companies, events, and locations.
A new ‘catch-up’ feature is also said to be included in the AI feature-set, where you can ask Siri to bring you up to speed on notifications you’ve received while away from your phone …
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05:26
Vision Pro Marvel app reviews: ‘Best experience’ or...
Hands-on reviews of the new Vision Pro Marvel app What if…? are in, and are best described as mixed.
One reviewer said that it was “maybe the best hour I’ve spent on the device since I got it,” while another described it as a “flimsy” and “meh” experience. Both, however, were upbeat about the future potential …
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04:43
Instagram Limits tool offering increased harassment...
Meta is offering teenagers a strengthened version of its Instagram Limits tool. When set to its highest level, only Close Friends will be able to comment, reply, tag, mention, or message them.
It’s the latest development in the company’s protections for teens, after anti-grooming blocks and nudity blurring introduced earlier in the year …
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04:11
Japan’s Individual Number Card coming to Apple...
Japan’s Individual Number Card – also known as My Number Card – is coming to Apple Wallet, a first for official identity documents outside of the US.
The country clearly expects residents to take some time to get used to the idea: It’s being announced around a year ahead of its rollout next spring …
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03:30
Dell UltraSharp U2723QE review: Monitor plus dock...
Macworld
At a glance
Pros
- Manager software
- Good price-performance ratio
- Many connections
- Wide range of setting options
Cons
- Plasticky design
- Ports difficult to access
Our Verdict
If you are looking for a screen for your MacBook or Mac mini, the overall package of the Dell U2723QE is well put together. This monitor is well-equipped, has an excellent picture, and is very bright. Its highlight is the built-in hub that not only brings a total of six USB ports but also an ethernet port. Thanks to the 90-watt charging power, the screen becomes a docking station–and it’s at a nice price.
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03:30
Thinking about buying an iPhone? Don’t
Macworld
This might seem like a good time to buy a new iPhone. Apple’s got boosted trade-in values for the next couple of weeks, and there are plenty of spring carrier deals still going on. Plus rumors about the iPhone 16 coming this fall make it sound like a relatively minor upgrade, while the iPhone 17 late in 2025 seems more like a big overhaul (perhaps even a seismic shift, iPhone X-style).
But if you want our advice, we think you should still wait. WWDC is less than 2 weeks away and it’s almost certain to provide critical information...
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03:15
Code references hint at increased smart home device...
If you love controlling home accessories via your iPhone, you’re going to like Apple’s upcoming iOS 17.6 update. After examining a recent public code repository, the discovery of implementation source code for Matter, an Apple-backed smart home standard has been found. Matter is also open source, hence its public-facing code repository. The changes reference new […]
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03:00
Details begin to surface as to Apple’s AI approach...
Apple may have found a way to process AI data while retaining a measure of user privacy. While the company will use WWDC to unveil its AI strategy within its operating systems, The Information has cited a method that Apple intends to employ confidential computing techniques, which will enable “black box processing”. Typically, cloud services […]
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02:00
How to recover deleted notes in the Notes app
Macworld
You may use the Notes app as a catchall for all kinds of scraps of thoughts, lists, long entries, shared financial details with family members, and much more. Apple lets you sync note entries across all your iCloud-linked devices to give you the broadest access to them. However, having access in more places can also make it easier to delete a note accidentally or not consider that it will be deleted everywhere. Or, you may have removed an entry and want to recover it.
Here’s how to find recently deleted notes, and make a last-ditch effort using Time Machine for older lost ones.
How to recover a deleted note
As in most of Apple’s library-based apps, Notes offers a Recently Deleted folder that acts as a “you may change your mind” holding area for about 30 days. When you delete an item, it winds up in this folder. You may not use folders in Notes routinely. Here’s how to find them:
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01:30
Macworld Podcast: Why are you excited about Apple...
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Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off with a keynote on June 10. We’ve heard rumors and reports about what Apple may do at its event, and we were wondering, what do you, the readers of Macworld and the listeners of this podcast, think? For this week’s show, we went to social media and asked for your thoughts on WWDC, and we talked about your hot takes on the show.
This is episode 886 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola.
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Take a step back in time with this retro-inspired...
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18:25
Tap to Pay on iPhone now available in Italy...
Just a few days ago, Apple released Tap to Pay on iPhone for users in Canada and Japan. And the company seems to be really committed to pushing the feature around the world, as it has just been launched in Italy.
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17:03
OpenAI is helping Apple fix Siri, and that has...
We’ve been hearing a lot of rumors about Apple negotiating with OpenAI to use its GPT technology in iOS 18. Now a report from The Information has revealed that discussions have been going on since mid-2023, and Microsoft is worried about this deal between the two companies since it also relies on OpenAI.
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14:21
Apple Music launches special playlist to promote...
We’re less than two weeks away from WWDC 2024, another edition of Apple’s annual conference for developers. And although the main focus of the event is software, Apple has just launched a special playlist on Apple Music to promote WWDC 2024 with summer songs.
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12:30
Report: Apple working on bringing Apple TV app to...
Apple is finally bringing the Apple TV app to Android phones and tablets, as reported by Bloomberg. The company is in the process of hiring engineers to help lead the effort and build out the software. Previously, the company has made an app for the Android smart TV platform, but not Android itself.
Until now, the go-to answer for what should Android phone users do if they want to watch Apple TV+ shows, or enjoy MLS Season Pass, was to use the web experience at tv.apple.com. But obviously, a native app is much more compelling and could support features like offline downloads.
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12:20
Apple Signals That It's Working on TV+ App for...
Apple is seeking a senior engineer to help build a television and sports app for Android, a sign the company is finally bringing its TV+ service to the rival smartphone platform. From a report: In a job listing published in recent days, Apple said it's looking for someone to lead the development of "fun new features" and "help build an application used by millions to watch and discover TV and sports." The move suggests that the company is looking to gain market share in video streaming -- and is setting aside its rivalry with Android in order to chase additional users. It's rare for Apple to develop software for Google's Android, which competes with its iOS platform. The TV+ service, launched in 2019, is Apple's answer to Netflix or Disney+, and the company has spent heavily on feeding it with original content.
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11:22
Apple touts the power of M4 iPad Pro with a trio of...
Apple is out with its latest ad for the and Apple Pencil Pro. The new spot features three different animators’ takes on the same green screen footage in a side-by-side video. Check it out below.
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10:53
Little Snitch 6.0
Major new release for network traffic management utility brings a bevy of new features. ($59 new, free update, 36.1 MB, macOS 14+)
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10:48
Parallels Desktop 19.4
Badges app icons in macOS Spotlight search results for easier identification. ($99.99 Standard Edition, free update for version 19 licenses, macOS 10.14.6+)
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10:44
Pixelmator Pro 3.6
Brings numerous masking enhancements to the image editor
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10:42
Mellel 6.0.4
Bug fix update for the word processor. ($69.99 new, free update, 93.8 MB, macOS 10.13+)
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