Thursday June 13
03:30
These features won’t be part of iOS 18 when it...
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There are big, big things coming to iOS 18. You’ll be able to customize your iPhone like never before, every app gets good quality-of-life updates, and of course, Apple Intelligence permeates the entire system (if you have one of the newest iPhones capable of running it).
Given all the hype out of WWDC for all the new features, you might be a little disappointed with September rolls around and iOS 18 is released. That’s because some of the best features won’t be in it–by design. Apple has announced that some of the features are “coming later this year,” which is usually Apple-speak for “we’ll add these in iOS 18.1, 18.2, or 18.3.”
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00:05
WWDC: iOS 18 code strings point to Apple...
If you were eager to get your hands on Apple Intelligence during its beta and are a developer outside of the United States, you may have to wait a while. Per code found inside the iOS 18 developer beta, there will be a waitlist for access, and international developers may have to put up with […]
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00:05
WWDC: Tim Cook discusses Apple Intelligence in post-...
The forthcoming Apple Intelligence feature is getting a monumental amount of attention, and following the WWDC keynote speech on Monday, Apple CEO Tim Cook discussed the forthcoming artificial intelligence technology. Cook touched on how Apple Intelligence features are designed to improve customers’ lives, with strong privacy safeguards in place. Upon its release, Apple Intelligence will […]
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Wednesday June 12
21:13
Apple To 'Pay' OpenAI for ChatGPT Through...
Mark Gurman, reporting for Bloomberg: When Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook and his top deputies this week unveiled a landmark arrangement with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT into the iPhone, iPad and Mac, they were mum on the financial terms. Left unanswered on Monday: which company is paying the other as part of a tight collaboration that has potentially lasting monetary benefits for both. But, according to people briefed on the matter, the partnership isn't expected to generate meaningful revenue for either party -- at least at the outset.
The arrangement includes weaving ChatGPT, a digital assistant that responds in plain terms to information requests, into Apple's Siri and new writing tools. Apple isn't paying OpenAI as part of the partnership, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the deal terms are private. Instead, Apple believes pushing OpenAI's brand and technology to hundreds of millions of its devices is of equal or greater value than...
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17:47
Apple not paying OpenAI to use ChatGPT in iOS 18:...
At WWDC on Monday, Apple announced its highly-anticipated partnership with OpenAI to bring ChatGPT to iOS 18. While Apple and OpenAI have been silent on the details of the agreement, a new report from Bloomberg gives us a glimpse behind the scenes. According to the report, Apple isn’t paying OpenAI as part of this agreement.
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17:10
Japan Enacts Law Forcing Third-Party App Stores On...
Following in the European Union's footsteps, Japan's parliament has enacted a law on Wednesday that will prohibit big tech from blocking third-party app stores. AppleInsider reports: The intention of the bill is that it will facilitate competition and reduce app prices. Japan's government reportedly believes that Apple and Google are a duopoly, and that they charge developers high fees that are then passed on to users. Big tech companies with App Stores will also prohibit companies from prioritizing their own services. Google is likely to be hit hardest by this. Violators will initially be fined up to 20% of the domestic revenue of the specific service that broke the law. The fee can increase to 30%, if the behavior continues.
The Japanese government's Fair Trade Commission (FTC) will choose which firms to apply it to. Companies that will be regulated will be required to submit compliance reports annually. While it hasn't been explicitly said that Apple and Google must...
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08:25
Apple Quietly Improves Mac Virtualization in macOS...
Apple's upcoming macOS 15 Sequoia will allow users to sign into iCloud and other Apple ID-related services from within virtual machines. This feature will be available for VMs running macOS 15 or newer, hosted on a Mac with macOS 15 or newer. ArsTechnica adds: But up until now, you haven't been able to sign into iCloud using macOS on a VM. This made the feature less useful for developers or users hoping to test iCloud features in macOS, or whose apps rely on some kind of syncing with iCloud, or people who just wanted easy access to their iCloud data from within a VM.
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03:30
WWDC: Apple highlights forthcoming changes in...
During Monday’s WWDC keynote, Apple highlighted several major features and revisions en route for visionOS 2, the operating system for its Vision Pro wearable headset. Upcoming features include the following: The first visionOS 2 beta is now available to developer beta testers and the update will be released to the public in the fall. Stay […]
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03:02
WWDC: iOS 18 to allow for additional iPhone 15...
Sometimes it’s the betas that show the really cool stuff that’s coming down the line. After a quick look at the iOS 18 developer beta, all four iPhone 15 models will use a setting that prevents the devices from charging beyond 80 percent while toggled on, which can potentially improve an iPhone battery’s lifespan by […]
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03:00
WWDC: Apple announces iOS 18, highlights Home Screen...
Monday’s keynote speech at WWDC marked a fair amount to come, complete with Apple previewing its iOS 18 update for its iPhone. The forthcoming operating system offers new customization tools for the Home Screen, including Dark Mode, which can use a color tint to create a personalized look. Apps can also now be placed anywhere […]
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Tuesday June 11
15:00
Craig Federighi Says Apple Hopes TO Add Google...
Yesterday, Apple made waves in the media when it revealed a partnership with OpenAI during its annual WWDC keynote. That announcement centered on Apple's decision to bring ChatGPT natively to iOS 18, including Siri and other first-party apps. During a followup interview on Monday, Apple executives Craig Federighi and John Giannandrea hinted at a possible agreement with Google Gemini and other AI chatbots in the future. 9to5Mac reports: Moderated by iJustine, the interview was held in Steve Jobs Theater this afternoon, featuring a discussion with John Giannandrea, Apple's Senior Vice President of Machine Learning and AI Strategy, and Craig Federighi, Senior Vice President of Software Engineering. During the interview, Federighi specifically referenced Apple's hopes to eventually let users choose between different models to use with Apple Intelligence.
While ChatGPT from OpenAI is the only option right now, Federighi suggested that Google Gemini could come as an option down the...
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14:18
Elon Musk drops claims that OpenAI abandoned mission
13:50
Elon Musk is livid about new OpenAI/Apple deal
12:20
Four More States Join US Monopoly Lawsuit Against...
Four more U.S. states on Tuesday joined the Justice Department's lawsuit against Apple alleging the iPhone maker is monopolizing smartphone markets, the department said in a statement. From a report: The four states are Indiana, Massachusetts, Nevada and Washington, the Justice Department said. The original lawsuit was filed in March, and 15 states and the District of Columbia joined the lawsuit at the time.
The lawsuit alleges that Apple uses its market power to get more money from consumers, developers, content creators, artists, publishers, small businesses and merchants. The civil lawsuit accuses Apple of an illegal monopoly on smartphones, maintained by imposing contractual restrictions on, and withholding critical access from, developers.
The Justice Department has previously said Apple charges as much as $1,599 for an iPhone and makes a larger profit than any rival. Officials also said Apple imposes hidden charges on various business partners - from software...
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11:26
Apple quietly improves Mac virtualization in macOS...
Enlarge / Macs running a preview build of macOS 15 Sequoia. (credit: Apple)
We’ve written before about Apple’s handy virtualization framework in recent versions of macOS, which allows users of Apple Silicon Macs with sufficient RAM to easily set up macOS and Linux virtual machines using a number of lightweight third-party apps. This is useful for anyone who needs to test software in multiple macOS versions but doesn’t own a fleet of Mac hardware or multiple boot partitions. (Intel Macs support the virtualization framework, too, but only for Linux VMs, making it less useful.)
But up until now, you haven’t been able to sign into iCloud using...
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10:48
RESOLVED: **Summary:**
Global: Elevated App Script...
Incident began at 2024-06-11 13:04 and ended at 2024-06-11 13:41 (times are in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)).
Mini Incident Report
We apologize for the inconvenience this service disruption/outage may have caused. We would like to provide some information about this incident below. Please note, this information is based on our best knowledge at the time of posting and is subject to change as our investigation continues. If you have experienced impact outside of what is listed below, please reach out to Google Workspace Support using the help article https://support.google.com/a/answer/1047213.
(All Times US/Pacific)
Incident Start: 11 June 2024 06:04
Incident End: 11 June 2024 06:41
Duration: 37 minutes
Affected Services and Features:
Apps Script...
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10:29
Apple and OpenAI currently have the most...
Enlarge / He isn't using an iPhone, but some people talk to Siri like this.
On Monday, Apple premiered "Apple Intelligence" during a wide-ranging presentation at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference in Cupertino, California. However, the heart of its new tech, an array of Apple-developed AI models, was overshadowed by the announcement of ChatGPT integration into its device operating systems.
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Monday June 10
17:25
14 Compelling Features Coming to Apple’s Operating...
Apple doesn’t skimp when it comes to adding features to its operating systems each year. Here are the 14 features that most caught our attention.
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17:14
The Ineffable Importance of Corporate Communications
In the last few weeks, we’ve seen three examples of companies failing to communicate with their customers effectively and suffering the slings and arrows of online ire.
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15:40
Apple Introduces Standalone 'Passwords' App
An anonymous reader quotes a report from MacRumors: iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia feature a new, dedicated Passwords app for faster access to important credentials. The Passwords app replaces iCloud Keychain, which is currently only accessible via a menu in Settings. Now, passwords are available directly via a standalone app for markedly quicker access, bringing it more in line with rival services. The Passwords app consolidates various credentials, including passwords, passkeys, and Wi-Fi passwords, into a single, easily accessible location. Users can filter and sort their accounts based on various criteria, such as recently created accounts, credential type, or membership in shared groups.
Passwords is also compatible with Windows via the iCloud for Windows app, extending its utility to users who operate across different platforms. The developer beta versions of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia are available today with official release to the public scheduled...
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14:20
Apple Announces visionOS 2 With 3D Photo...
Apple has announced visionOS 2 for its Vision Pro spatial computing headset, bringing mouse support, an ultrawide virtual Mac display option, and new Photo features. The company says it's expected to launch "later this year." The Verge reports: The most significant update, for all the productivity heads out there, is a new ultrawide virtual display feature. Apple says that in visionOS 2, you'll be able to connect a Vision Pro to a Mac to generate a dual 4K-equivalent curved ultrawide display. Right now, the virtual display feature only does a single up to 5K one. Also, the company will finally add mouse support to the Vision Pro -- at launch, the headset could work with trackpads like the one on a MacBook Air or the standalone Magic Trackpad 2, but oddly left out mouse support. You can still use one inside a mirrored display in the Vision Pro, but not outside of that screen in, say, an iPad or Vision Pro app.
Apple says that in the new update, users will be able to convert...
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13:00
Apple Brings ChatGPT To Its Apps, Including Siri
Apple is bringing ChatGPT, OpenAI's AI-powered chatbot experience, to Siri and other first-party apps and capabilities across its operating systems. From a report: "We're excited to partner with Apple to bring ChatGPT to their users in a new way," OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in a statement. "Apple shares our commitment to safety and innovation, and this partnership aligns with OpenAI's mission to make advanced AI accessible to everyone." Soon, Siri will be able to tap ChatGPT for "expertise" where it might be helpful, Apple says. For example, if you need menu ideas for a meal to make for friends using some ingredients from your garden, you can ask Siri, and Siri will automatically feed that info to ChatGPT for an answer after you give it permission to do so. You can include photos with the questions you ask ChatGPT via Siri, or ask questions related to your docs or PDFs. Apple's also integrated ChatGPT into system-wide writing tools like Writing Tools, which lets you create content...
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12:38
These are all the devices compatible with iOS 18 and...
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Apple's new iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 updates are mostly good news for users of older Apple devices—with the exception of a handful of iPads, the new updates will run on most of the same hardware that can run iOS 17 and iPadOS 17.
For iPhones, that will cover everything from the iPhone XR/XS and newer, including the 2nd-gen iPhone SE; the 7th-gen iPad and newer; the 3rd-gen iPad Air and newer; the 5th-gen iPad mini and newer; all 11-inch iPad Pros; and the 3rd-gen 12.9-inch iPad Pro...
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12:15
Apple unveils “Apple Intelligence” AI features for...
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On Monday, Apple debuted "Apple Intelligence," a new suite of free AI-powered features for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia that includes creating email summaries, generating images and emoji, and allowing Siri to take actions on your behalf. These features are achieved through a combination of on-device and cloud processing, with a strong emphasis on privacy. Apple says that Apple Intelligence features will be widely available later this year and will be available as a beta test for developers this summer.
The announcements came during a livestream WWDC keynote and a simultaneous event...
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12:05
Apple’s AI promise: “Your data is never stored or...
Enlarge / Apple Senior VP of Software Engineering Craig Federighi announces "Private Cloud Compute" at WWDC 2024. (credit: Apple)
With most large language models being run on remote, cloud-based server farms, some users have been reluctant to share personally identifiable and/or private data with AI companies. In its WWDC keynote today, Apple stressed that the new "Apple Intelligence" system it's integrating into its products will use a new "Private Cloud Compute" to ensure any data processed on its cloud servers is protected in a transparent and verifiable way.
"You should not have to hand over all the details of your life to be warehoused and analyzed in someone's AI cloud," Apple Senior VP of Software...
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11:44
Apple is Bringing RCS To the iPhone in iOS 18
Apple has announced that its Messages app will support RCS in iOS 18. From a report: The new standard will replace SMS as the default communication protocol between Android and iOS devices. The move comes after years of taunting, cajoling, and finally, some regulatory scrutiny from the EU. Right now, when people on iOS and Android message each other, the service falls back to SMS -- photos and videos are sent at a lower quality, messages are shortened, and importantly, conversations are not end-to-end encrypted like they are in iMessage. Messages from Android phones show up as green bubbles in iMessage chats and chaos ensues.
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11:33
Apple Unveils Apple Intelligence
As rumored, Apple today unveiled Apple Intelligence, its long-awaited push into generative artificial intelligence (AI), promising highly personalized experiences built with safety and privacy at its core. The feature, referred to as "A.I.", will be integrated into Apple's various operating systems, including iOS, macOS, and the latest, VisionOS. CEO Tim Cook said that Apple Intelligence goes beyond artificial intelligence, calling it "personal intelligence" and "the next big step for Apple."
Apple Intelligence is built on large language and intelligence models, with much of the processing done locally on the latest Apple silicon. Private Cloud Compute is being added to handle more intensive tasks while maintaining user privacy. The update also includes significant changes to Siri, Apple's virtual assistant, which will now support typed queries and deeper integration into various apps, including third-party applications. This integration will enable users to perform complex...
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11:31
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11:10
Apple Unveils macOS 15 'Sequoia' at WWDC,...
At its Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple formally introduced macOS 15, codenamed "Sequoia." The new release combines features from iOS 18 with Mac-specific improvements. One notable addition is automated window tiling, allowing users to arrange windows on their screen without manual resizing or switching to full-screen mode. Another feature, iPhone Mirroring, streams the iPhone's screen to the Mac, enabling app use with the Mac's keyboard and trackpad while keeping the phone locked for privacy.
Gamers will appreciate the second version of Apple's Game Porting Toolkit, simplifying the process of bringing Windows games to macOS and vice versa. Sequoia also incorporates changes from iOS and iPadOS, such as RCS support and expanded Tapback reactions in Messages, a redesigned Calculator app, and the Math Notes feature for typed equations in Notes. Additionally, all Apple platforms and Windows will receive a new Passwords app, potentially replacing standalone password...
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11:02
iPadOS 18 adds machine-learning wizardry with...
CUPERTINO, Calif.—After going into detail about iOS 18, Apple took a few moments in its WWDC 2024 keynote to walk through some changes.
There are a few minor UI changes and new features across Apple's first party apps. That includes a new floating tab bar. The bar expands into the side bar when you want to dig in, and you can customize the tab bar to include the specific things you want to interact with the most. Additionally, SharePlay allows easier screen sharing and remote control of another person's iPad.
But the big news is that the Calculator app we've all used on the iPhone to the iPad, after years of the iPad having no first-party calculator app at all. The iPad...
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10:54
Apple announces macOS 15 Sequoia with window tiling...
Enlarge / Using macOS S15 Sequoia to stream an iPhone's screen to a Mac while the iPhone stays locked. (credit: Apple)
Apple has formally announced macOS 15 at its Worldwide Developers Conference. Codenamed Sequoia, the new release brings a combination of iOS 18 features and a few Mac-specific things to the devices it supports.
Users who split their time between Windows and macOS will be the most excited to see that Apple has finally implemented a form of automated window tiling in macOS. This makes it easier to arrange windows automatically on your screen without manually dragging and resizing each one individually or...
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10:47
iOS 18 adds Apple Intelligence, customizations, and...
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The biggest feature in iOS 18, the one that affects the most people, was a single item in a comma-stuffed sentence by Apple software boss Craig Federighi: "Support for RCS."
As we noted when Apple announced its support for "RCS Universal Profile," a kind of minimum viable cross-device rich messaging, iPhone users getting RCS means SMS chains with Android users "will be slightly less awful." SMS messages will soon have read receipts, higher-quality media sending, and typing indicators, along with better security. And RCS messages can go over Wi-Fi when you don't have a...
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10:34
Apple’s new Vision Pro software offers an ultrawide...
Enlarge / A Mac virtual monitor in visionOS 2. (credit: Samuel Axon)
CUPERTINO, Calif.—Apple kicked off the keynote for its annual developer conference by announcing a new version of visionOS, the operating system that runs on the company's pricey but impressive Vision Pro mixed reality headset.
The updates in visionOS 2 are modest, not revolutionary—mostly iterative changes, quality-of-life improvements, and some features that were originally expected in the first version of visionOS. That's not too surprising given that visionOS just went out to users four months ago.
Vision Pro users hoping for multiple virtual Mac monitors will be disappointed that's not planned this time around, but Apple plans to add the next-best thing: Users will be able...
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09:38
Apple Store is down ahead of iOS 18 and Apple...
The Apple Store is down ahead of the WWDC keynote in just twenty minutes time. We are expecting Apple to announce iOS 18, watchOS 11, visionOS 2, new macOS, and more.
AI is believed to be the center of the announcements, with Apple branding its new endeavour as ‘Apple Intelligence’.
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09:13
WWDC 2024 live blog and news hub: iOS 18, ‘Apple...
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Happy WWDC 2024 day! This year, Apple is expected to debut iOS 18, its new “Apple Intelligence” suite of AI features, and more. Head below to follow along with everything in real-time. It’s going to be a busy day!
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08:59
Fantastical 3.8.17
Improves the handling of delegated calendars when using the Microsoft Graph API. ($56.99 new, free update, 65.9 MB, macOS 11+)
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08:56
Affinity Designer, Photo, and Publisher 2.5.2
Maintenance update with several bug fixes and crash resolvers. (Various prices new, free update, various sizes, macOS 10.15+)
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08:52
Apple’s 15-inch 16GB M3 MacBook Air $1,489 low, M2...
08:51
BBEdit 15.1.1
Adjusts the default width proportions of new windows to make them a little wider. ($59.99 new, free update, 29.7 MB, macOS 11+)
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08:07
watchOS 11 will reportedly drop support for these...
Apple has some big changes in store for Apple Watch device compatibility this year. According to a new report today, watchOS 11 will drop support for the Apple Watch Series 4, Apple Watch Series 5, and the original Apple Watch SE.
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08:03
Here’s the WWDC 2024 swag: pins, water bottle, and...
As it does every year, Apple is distributing some limited-edition swag to people in attendance at WWDC 2024. This year, the goodies include a special tote bag, water bottle, enamel pins, and more.
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07:29
Report: Apple’s 7.9-inch foldable iPhone will have a...
While Apple hasn’t entered the foldable fray yet, it’s hard at work investigating the technology behind the scenes. In a new investor note seen by 9to5Mac, Haitong International analyst Jeff Pu has more details on Apple’s plans. Pu says that Apple’s 7.9-inch foldable device, currently expected in 2026, will feature a “wrap around foldable design.”
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07:14
Hurry and get the MacBook Air M3 for an unbeatable $...
Macworld
It’s WWDC week and Amazon is celebrating by slashing the price of the new MacBook Air by $200 for the very first time. That means you can get the M3 MacBook Air for $899, $100 less than Apple charges for the M2 model and the best price we’ve ever seen.
Usually available with an MSRP of $1,099, this laptop is a powerhouse that won’t weigh you down because it’s super light. Even better, it’s also super slim since it’s about half an inch thick. The M3 chip ensures you can breeze through any task, whether we’re talking about work projects, spending forever trying to pick something to watch on Netflix, or doing research.
The laptop features a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display and Apple’s latest MacBook design with super-slim bezels and a notch for the camera. It has a 256GB drive, two...
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07:08
Replacing the iPhone remains a stretch, but AI will...
Replacing the iPhone might seem a strange goal for Apple; it’s been the most successful product the company has ever made, and one of the most successful premium products any company has ever made. But it’s been reported that this is the company’s long-term goal.
Specifically, Apple execs were said to believe back in 2019 that an Apple Glasses product would replace the iPhone in roughly a decade …
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07:05
Hands-on: I finally found the 3-in-1 iPhone charger...
Charging your devices should be easy and produce minimal clutter in your life. That’s why 3-in-1 wireless chargers are so popular. Having one charger that works for your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once is truly the dream.
The problem is, most 3-in-1 chargers are either too expensive or ugly. Sometimes both. And often they are missing a key feature or two.
That’s why I was thrilled to discover that checks all the boxes of what I’ve been looking for, and at a ridiculously low price.
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07:00
Sandwich debuts Theater for Vision Pro with...
Sandwich Vision is kicking off WWDC week with a brand-new app launching on Apple Vision Pro. The studio is also collaborating with SpatialGen to livestream John Gruber’s The Talk Show Live in stereoscopically-captured immersive video using high-end cameras and lenses.
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06:14
VisionOS could be the sleeper hit of WWDC (but...
Macworld
Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but it’s cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too.
Vision quest
It’s almost time for WWDC 2024! In just a few hours Tim Cook and Craig Federighi will hit the virtual stage at Apple Park and tell us what’s next for the iPhone, Mac, and other major product lines. Not in the sense of expensive new hardware (although that’ll be along soon enough), but free software updates that will add new features and tweak the interface of the stuff you’ve already paid for. Which is a strange thing for a massively profitable corporation to focus on at arguably its second biggest...
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06:05
Rumor: These are the Macs that will support macOS 15
Alongside iOS 18, Apple today will also unveil its next software update for the Mac – but will it run on your Mac? According to a new rumor today, macOS 15 will retain compatibility with all same Mac models as macOS 14.
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05:21
Microsoft Recall was a security disaster, but I’d...
Microsoft Recall sounded like a very cool idea, but was very quickly revealed to be a security disaster. Instead of helping you recall everything you’ve done on your Windows PC, it was found that it could easily help a hacker do the same.
However, as much as the company messed-up the implementation, I do think there’s mileage in the concept, and if there’s one company I’d trust to do it with proper privacy protections, it’s Apple …
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05:14
WWDC last-minute rumors: Dark icons, locked apps,...
Macworld
It’s time for the most impactful keynote Apple will deliver all year: WWDC, when the company unveils the new direction it will take its devices. Today Apple will unveil iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, macOS 15, and watchOS 11, along with possible updates to tvOS, AirPods, HomePod, and visionOS all coming this fall. It’s a big day.
So if you’re as excited as we are, you’re tracking all of the latest news and rumors before the keynote kicks off at 10 am PT. Well, look no further—we’ve got everything you need right here.
WWDC 2024: Latest news
Dark-mode icons: According to...
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04:12
Frontier hack affects over 750k customers; company...
A Frontier hack exposed the personal data of at least 750,000 customers, including full names and social security numbers, which places them at significant risk of identity theft. The ransomware group said to be behind the attack claims that the actual number is two million.
The company has now notified the customers it believes to have been impacted by the security breach, but waited almost two months to do so …
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03:59
Apple Events 2024: Apple’s event plans
Macworld
Apple doesn’t participate in big industry-wide events such as CES or E3. The most valuable company in the world holds its own events, thank you very much. Several times a year, Apple invites the press and industry professionals to Apple Park to hear all about its latest products and services. Apple calls these ‘events,’ and streams them live online to millions of watchers.
In 2023 there were three such events: WWDC in June, the Wonderlust iPhone event in September and Apple’s second fall event on October 30 (or October 31 if you weren’t in the U.S.). Similarly, in 2022 Apple held three events: a spring event on March 8, WWDC on June 6, and the iPhone 14 launch on September 7. In other years Apple has held four events though, and in 2024 has already held one event (in May) and another is scheduled for June 10. Will Apple hold four events in 2024?
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03:00
Apple offers several ways to watch the 2024...
Apple’s 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference starts today and runs through June 14. And like the last four years, it will be mostly an online event, albeit select developers and students will be invited on-site to Apple Park. During today’s keynote speech, Apple is expected to unveil iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, tvOS 18, watchOS […]
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03:00
Windows 11 Pro is $24.97 for Father’s Day and this...
Macworld
If your Dad isn’t getting ahead of the AI revolution, then he’s already falling behind. Like, is Dad’s current operating system using artificial intelligence features to improve his computing experience?
If the answer is no (or even if you aren’t sure), upgrade Dad now to Microsoft Windows 11 Pro to enjoy enhanced UI abilities, better multitasking, improved security, and yes, the advantages of AI tools to help make his PC truly sing.
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01:00
Microsoft Office could be just the hookup your Dad’s...
Macworld
If you really want to help Dad out, the last thing he needs is a new tie or set of golf balls. No, Dad needs to clean stuff up, whether it’s personal, business, or maybe even both. You likely don’t know exactly what areas your father needs to get under control, but you can be the instrument of change that Dad needs by giving him a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home and Business 2019 for Mac.
And thanks to it being Dad’s big day, you can get that productivity powerhouse for one of the lowest prices of the...
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Sunday June 9
17:57
Apple is about to make major generative AI news;...
In a few hours, we’ll learn what Apple has in mind for an AI-infused version of iPhone software. We expect AI to deliver quality-of-life improvements to iOS over the next year. In recent history is any indication, AI will advance such that iOS 19 and iOS 20 are as influenced by AI as iOS 18. We’ll see.
In the meantime, I want to set a marker for how generative AI is working for me prior to Apple’s anticipated contribution.
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16:35
Apple surprises Swift Student Challenge winners with...
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference in Cupertino kicks off tomorrow, and for a select group of Swift Student Challenge winners, the surprises have already begun.
This year Apple invited 50 Distinguished Swift Student Challenge winners to WWDC, and Tim Cook gave a surprise welcome to this special group of developers.
For an even smaller number of students, there was a once-in-a-lifetime experience unknowingly awaiting them: showing off their work to the CEO of Apple.
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08:39
Security Bite: Apple refused to pay bounty to...
Kaspersky, the renowned Russian cybersecurity firm, made headlines at this time last year after uncovering an attack chain using four iOS zero-day vulnerabilities to create a zero-click exploit. Kaspersky was able to identify and report one of the vulnerabilities to Apple. However, in a bizarre update, Apple reportedly refuses to pay the security bounty for the firm’s contribution.
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07:12
Apple blocks PC emulator from being available in iOS...
App Review has rejected a submission from the developers of UTM, a generic PC system emulator for iPhone and iPad.
The open source app was submitted to the store, given the recent rule change that allows retro game console emulators, like Delta or Folium. App Review rejected UTM, deciding that a “PC is not a console”. What is more surprising, is the fact that UTM says that Apple is also blocking the app from being listed in third-party app stores in the EU.
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03:02
Report: iOS 18 will tint iPhone app icons in dark...
On the day before WWDC, we have a couple more reports about some non AI-related iPhone software, which Apple will officially announce tomorrow as part of iOS 18.
MacRumors reports that app icons will change color in Dark Mode for the first time, with a dark tint to match the darkened system chrome. The site also reports that the system will gain the ability to lock access to apps behind Face ID or Touch ID biometrics, on every app launch.
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03:00
Dad will appreciate Microsoft Project 2021 Pro…...
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Projects are about as Dad-core as the world gets. Sure, not every dad is a planner or an organizational beast, but c’mon – don’t most dads appreciate tools that give them an overwhelming amount of control over every aspect of ever increasingly sprawling projects?
You can score Dad the means for running work projects like a Fortune 500 CEO with Microsoft Project 2021 Professional for PC. Right now, it’s at the Father’s Day Sale price of only $19.97 for a limited time.
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01:00
Dad can show how everything connects with Microsoft...
Macworld
Maybe your Dad works in IT, creating network diagrams, IT architecture, and system configurations. Or maybe he’s in business management, responsible for mapping out company processes, creating organizational charts, or designing workflow diagrams. Or maybe your dad just loves trying to see complex processes laid out graphically to better understand how things work.
For anyone needing to create precise and professional diagrams, Microsoft Visio 2021 Professional for Windows is now on sale at an attention-grabbing $...
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Saturday June 8
11:34
Apple Watch Leads to Luggage Stolen By an Airport...
A worker at a retail store in an airport has been charged with stealing thousands of dollars in electronics and clothing, reports the Washington Post. But what's more interesting is what led to his arrest...
A woman showed up at his home looking for the missing luggage that she'd tracked with her Apple Watch. CNN reports:
Paola Garcia told CNN affiliate WPLG in Miami that she usually takes her suitcase onboard, but this time, she was told she had to check it. Garcia waited at least two hours for her pink roller bag, which contained an Apple MacBook, Apple iPad, Apple Watch, jewelry, high-end woman's clothing and toiletries. It never came out on the luggage belt. In her WPLG interview, Garcia said that Spirit Airlines told her that her luggage had been sent to her house. The luggage never came.
But Garcia explored another avenue with her own electronic tracker. Garcia, not named in the affidavit, later pinged the electronic items inside the bag to try and...
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11:00
New Control Center in iOS 18 will have multiple...
iOS 18 will be fully unveiled this Monday at the WWDC keynote. According to one of the late breaking rumors, the iPhone update will introduce a redesigned Control Center.
One core feature of the new Control Center is the ability to place controls on multiple separate pages, rather than the single-page view currently available. Here’s what that means for you.
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10:00
How buying a MacBook Pro got me an iPhone for free ...
Over the last two years, I have become obsessed with the miles and points credit card game. I am always looking for the best way to get the most value out of all the signup bonuses and points I receive through spending with my credit card. I have recently been trying to find ways to leverage these points to, perhaps, get Apple products like an iPhone or iPad. I think I finally figured it out!
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09:58
Whatever you do, don’t buy a new iPhone this weekend
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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 the big overhaul we’ve been waiting for—perhaps even a seismic shift, iPhone X-style.
But if you want our advice, we think you should still wait. WWDC is Monday and it’s almost certain to provide critical...
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06:05
9to5Mac Overtime 021 – How’s the iPad life treating...
In this episode, Fernando and Jeff discuss WWDC iOS 18 leaks, exploring how much more information we’re getting about the software side of things compared to previous years. We also discuss the challenges and joys of establishing a workflow on iPadOS. From setting up shortcuts (not just the app) to managing files and timelines in Final Cut, we share our experiences and tips. Plus, we marvel at the power of ChatGPT for generating quirky podcast titles and enhancing productivity.
9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts. You can also watch this episode on YouTube and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more.
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03:00
Apple @ Work: How can Apple rethink software updates...
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Big part up front: Software update fatigue is real for consumers and business users. New features, security updates, and regular maintenance means something is updated almost daily. Browsers are seeing rapid enhancement, and security...
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03:00
Save over $50 off this leading PDF editor and get it...
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As of 2020, there were an estimated 2.5 trillion PDFs out there in the world. And that number continues to explode daily. And as anyone with any PDF experience can attest, working with any single one of them can still be a serious chore.
If you think PDFs should be as simple to edit or convert as a Word doc, then a lifetime subscription to a PDF Expert premium plan for Mac should be in the cards for you.
With PDF Expert, users can effortlessly...
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01:00
Give Dad the gift of code with $460 off Microsoft...
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Coding can be its own reward. If there’s a dad in your life who loves to build his own programs, this instant download of Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2022 can give him a full coding suite at a special price, through the end of June 10th.
Compatible with Windows 10 and up, Windows Server Core 2016 and later, and Windows Server 2016 (Datacenter and Standard) and above,...
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Friday June 7
15:33
M3 MacBook Air now available in the US Apple...
14:56
9to5Mac Daily: June 7, 2024 – All the last-minute...
13:09
Concept imagines how Siri could use AI to read and...
Apple is rumored to announce many new AI features for its devices next week at WWDC 2024, and some of the rumors say that the company will use generative AI to make Siri better. With this in mind, designer João Bortolotti created a concept imagining what it would be like if Siri could read and interact with what’s on the screen.
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12:47
LittleBITS: Be Aware of TidBITS Server Changes
We’re starting the process of moving TidBITS servers to the Cloudways managed hosting service, so don’t worry if you see occasional hiccups in the next few weeks.
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12:00
HomeKit Weekly: Abode Lock and Keypad highlights the...
I’ve been using as my security system for over four years at this point. Even when I built a new house in 2022, I decided to choose Abode once again despite being able to pick from anything. It strikes a really nice balance between ease of use, strong technology, and reliability. The products are affordable, and the monitoring plan works great. Because the company has a UL-certified monitoring station. Abode recently released a new Abode Lock & Keypad smart lock, and I’ve had a little time to integrate it into the Abode ecosystem to see how it works.
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11:54
This app uses the iPhone’s TrueDepth camera to help...
There are a lot of workout company apps available on the App Store, but a new app called “Push” has been getting a lot of attention recently. That’s because the app helps users count push-ups during a workout using the iPhone’s TrueDepth camera.
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11:23
Natalie Portman’s TV debut is an Apple TV+ murder...
One of the tentpole Apple TV+ releases this summer also happens to be Natalie Portman’s first ever starring TV role. Lady in the Lake, which was first announced over three years ago, will finally hit TV+ next month on July 19.
Today new details for this seven-part limited series murder mystery have been shared, highlighting what’s expected to be one of Apple’s most compelling shows this year.
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11:22
Readdle sunsets Calendars 5 to focus on freemium...
11:00
Apple’s excellent dual USB-C power adapter is twice...
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It’s pretty annoying these days that when you pay so much money for tech, they don’t even give you a power adapter to plug that cable in. This makes this particular Apple deal much more attractive since the 35W dual USB-C port compact power adapter is down to $40, its best price yet.
With an MSRP of $59, the Apple 35W Dual USB-C port compact power adapter is perfect for anyone who wants to charge multiple devices simultaneously, whether at home or at the office. It’ll fast-charge an iPhone or Apple Watch and even has enough juice to fill up a MacBook Air.
As the name suggests, the gadget has two USB-C ports so you can plug in both your iPhone and MacBook for instance without relying on pass-through or separate plugs. The adapter is pretty compact and...
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10:53
iOS 18 is coming next week: Here’s everything we know
iOS 18 will mark Apple’s annual iPhone software update for 2024 and will be full of changes, and we’re just days away from it being announced. The update has been described as one of the biggest ever for the iPhone. There will be major new AI features and design changes, plus new customization options. Read on for a recap of everything we know about iOS 18’s new features so far.
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10:47
Report: New “Apple Intelligence” AI features will be...
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Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off on Monday, and per usual, the company is expected to detail most of the big new features in this year's updates to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and all of Apple's other operating systems.
The general consensus is that Apple plans to use this year's updates to integrate generative AI into its products for the first time. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has a few implementation details that show how Apple's approach will differ somewhat from Microsoft's or Google's.
Gurman says that the "Apple Intelligence" features will include an OpenAI-powered chatbot, but it will otherwise focus on "features with broad appeal" rather than "whiz-bang technology like image and video generation." These include summaries for webpages...
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10:11
Microsoft won’t apologize for AI Recall feature’s...
It’s only a few days until Apple unveils its own AI features at WWDC with an emphasize on privacy. The time is right for one of the company’s chief competitors, Microsoft, to address the ‘security disaster’ that its hallmark AI feature, Recall, is said to be.
Today Microsoft has done just that. They aren’t apologizing for Recall’s security holes, but they are making changes that are meant to alleviate users’ concerns.
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10:00
OmniFocus 4.3
Introduces support for device Focus Filters and a new Favorite Perspective shortcut. ($74.99 new, free update, 31.5 MB, macOS 13+)
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09:59
Bookends 15.0.3
Adds the Library of Congress as a source in Google Books for ISBN searches. ($74.99 new, free update, 116.5 MB, macOS 10.13+)
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09:56
Ulysses 35
Adds inline linking and full history navigation. ($5.99/$39.99 monthly/yearly subscription, free update, 40.5 MB, macOS 12+)
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09:48
Modding made this M4 iPad Pro into a portable tvOS...
What can you do when you want the world’s most advanced display, the M4 iPad Pro, to serve as a portable TV for your go-to streaming device, the Apple TV 4K?
You could start by learning from someone who has done just that, modding his devices to create the ‘Apple TV Go’—complete with a custom Magic Keyboard that matches the Siri Remote.
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09:44
Apple Arcade FAQ: Four new games for June
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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 06/07/24: Four new games were added to Apple Arcade on June 6: Fabulous – Wedding Disaster+, Rabbids Multiverse, Return to...
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09:38
Read the WWDC keynote before it happens—every...
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The second-biggest day in Apple’s calendar is almost here. On Monday, thee annual WWDC event kicks off with a keynote presentation, where all the major changes to the company’s software platforms will be announced to watching app developers… and the world’s media. There could be a few hardware surprises too.
Most people will have to wait until Monday to find out what Apple has in store for us. But Macworld readers can get that information right now, thanks to sterling detective work from the people we pay to rifle through the trashcans at Apple Park. Once again, they’ve come up with a complete, albeit rather coffee-stained draft of the script for the event, which we’re pleased to publish here.
From iOS 18 and macOS 15 Golden Gate to the future of AI, we’ve got all the WWDC 2024 spoilers you could possibly want. In...
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09:12
It's Not AI, It's 'Apple Intelligence...
An anonymous reader shares a report: Apple is expected to announce major artificial intelligence updates to the iPhone, iPad, and Mac next week during its Worldwide Developers Conference. Except Apple won't call its system artificial intelligence, like everyone else, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman on Friday. The system will reportedly be called "Apple Intelligence," and allegedly will be made available to new versions of the iPhone, iPad, and Mac operating systems. Apple Intelligence, which is shortened to just AI, is reportedly separate from the ChatGPT-like chatbot Apple is expected to release in partnership with OpenAI. Apple's in-house AI tools are reported to include assistance in message writing, photo editing, and summarizing texts. Bloomberg reports that some of these AI features will run on the device while others will be processed through cloud-based computing, depending on the complexity of the task. The name feels a little too obvious. While this is the first we'...
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09:08
These are the devices you’ll need to use Apple’s AI...
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The future of Apple technology will be revealed at WWDC24, and according to reports, the future requires some hefty hardware. Apple is expected to introduce Apple Intelligence, its feature set in its operating systems that implement AI technology. Apple Intelligence is designed to do as much as it can on your device and will rely on cloud computing only when it needs to. And because AI tech is processor intensive, it means that the latest features will run only on certain devices.
Here are the hardware requirements for Apple Intelligence, as...
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08:56
iOS 18 Guide: ‘Apple Intelligence’ is coming to the...
Macworld
Every year, Apple announces the new version of iOS at the Worldwide Developers Conference in June. It then enters a beta-testing period (first for developers only, then for the public) before being released in September, around the time the new iPhones go on sale.
We don’t expect the process or timeline to change this year, but that’s about the only thing we can count on being the same as years past. When it comes to iOS 18 itself—its features and changes—the rumors and leaks point to what might be one of the most consequential iPhone software updates in years.
What follows is a summary of rumors and leaks, but bear in mind that the final product may not quite resemble what you read here. Information about upcoming Apple products is often unreliable, and even when it’s accurate, plans change. That said, this is what...
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08:48
M3 MacBook Air from $899, MacBook Pro M3/Pro $300...
08:18
Text Conversations with an iPhone Thief
Veronica de Souza shares the texts she receives from the thieves who stole her iPhone and then tried to convince her to unlock it.
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08:11
The ‘AI’ at WWDC24 will stand for ‘Apple...
Macworld
Over the past year, artificial intelligence is what every tech company is talking about. But Apple hasn’t said anything all that specific about AI, except that it has big plans for WWDC and makes the “World’s Best Consumer Laptop for AI” in the M3 MacBook Air. And it will remind you that it’s been shipping AI features for years, just calling it machine learning.
However, while Apple will clearly embrace the term AI at this year’s keynote, it sounds as if the company sees a bigger marketing opportunity. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the company is going to refer to its AI feature set as “Apple Intelligence,” which is the most Apple thing ever...
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08:05
iOS 18: These new AirPods features are coming soon
Overshadowed by the hype over AI features coming to the iPhone in iOS 18, one core component of the iOS 18 experience not being discussed much is enhancements to AirPods.
Last year iOS 17 introduced several powerful new AirPods features, so what’s on deck for iOS 18? Here’s what we know.
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07:40
Get hyped for WWDC with this slick wallpaper pack...
We’re just a few days away from WWDC 2024 and Basic Apple Guy is out with a beautiful new design. Get pumped for the event download this sharp WWDC wallpaper for iPhone, iPad, and Mac below.
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07:01
Apple’s most impactful watchOS 11 feature will...
Next week’s WWDC is going to be all about software. iOS 18 will introduce a host of new AI capabilities dubbed ‘Apple Intelligence’ that are sure to be the star of the show.
Per a new report, however, watchOS 11 is surprisingly set to offer its own highly transformative feature for users. The catch? That feature will require this fall’s new Apple Watch to use it.
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07:00
Apple To Launch 'Passwords' App,...
Apple will introduce a new app called Passwords next week, aiming to simplify website and software logins for users, according to Bloomberg. The app -- offered as part of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS 15 -- will be unveiled at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference on June 10. Powered by iCloud Keychain, Passwords will generate and manage passwords, allowing imports from rival services, and support Vision Pro headset and Windows computers.
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06:32
Free Bartender alternative Hidden Bar does...
Hidden Bar is a free Bartender alternative which might find itself seeing quite an uptake in demand, following the surprise takeover of the popular Mac utility.
While Bartender’s creator did later chip in with some comforting words, Bartender has a fairly frightening list of permissions – including the ability to take screengrabs of our Macs – so it’s not surprising that a number of us have opted to err on the side of caution …
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06:31
Best Apple Watch deals this month
Macworld
The Apple Watch is the best smartwatch on the market for many, offering a high-quality smartwatch experience, but it’s not cheap—starting at $399/£3999 for the Apple Watch Series 9. However, you don’t have to pay full price for an Apple Watch. Right now resellers are offering some fantastic deals on the Apple Watch.
The deals are likely to get even better as resellers start to clear out stock of older Apple Watch models that Apple has stopped selling since introducing the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 at its September iPhone event. If it doesn’t have to be the newest Apple Watch, you could see some good savings. Another way to save money is to find a deal that bundles an Apple Watch with another device.
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