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Rokid Max 2 AR Glasses review: Hardwire shines, softwar... 04:58	AppleInsider News
Rokid Max 2 AR Glasses review: Hardwire shines, software needs polish Rokid's upcoming AR glasses have an innovative controller that works well but does not integrate well with an Apple ecosystem workflow.Rokid Max 2 AR Glasses reviewWith the Apple Vision Pro's infamous price point and the growing AR/VR market, many companies are stepping in to have their take on "spatial computing." Rokid is launching a "Lite" and "Max" version of their glasses in a new Kickstarter.Rokid was founded in 2014, starting with voice-interaction products and transitioning to AR/VR in 2... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple Black Friday Deal: 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 (24GB R... 00:20	AppleInsider News
Apple Black Friday Deal: 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 (24GB RAM, 1TB) drops to $1,799 Apple Black Friday deals are heating up on the brand-new M4 14-inch MacBook Pro, with the upgraded 1TB model with 24GB RAM dropping to $1,799.Get a loaded M4 MacBook Pro for $1,799 for Black Friday.Save $200 on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M4 chip, 24GB unified memory and 1TB of storage. This upgraded configuration is on sale for $1,799 at Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo, delivering the lowest price available. Both Space Black and Silver are eligible for the markdown.Get $1,799 deal a... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
MacStadium adds M4 Mac mini to its cloud-based virtual ... 27-11-24 23:26	AppleInsider News
MacStadium adds M4 Mac mini to its cloud-based virtual machines MacStadium now offers multiple configurations of Apple's latest Mac mini, with the M4 and M4 Pro chip. Here's what that means and why it matters.MacStadium now offers the Mac mini with M4 chip. Image Credit: MacStadium.MacStadium is a company that offers cloud-based infrastructure using Macs and on-demand virtual machines of macOS for developers and engineers. The company previously enabled the use of the M2 Mac Mini, and how it has introduced support machines with the latest Apple Silicon chips... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Boox Go 10.3 review: An e-ink iPad alternative, designe... 27-11-24 20:35	AppleInsider News
Boox Go 10.3 review: An e-ink iPad alternative, designed for productivity The Boox Go 10.3 is a great e-ink tablet for those who embrace digital minimalism or want to try e-ink for more than a reader.Boox Go 10.3 reviewE-ink tablets are better for your eyes, have increased battery life, and are usually much lighter than their backlit counterparts. The Go checks off all these boxes and more.Boox has been making e-readers and e-ink tech since 2009, the 10.3 being the newest in their Go line. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Black Friday streaming deals slash Disney Plus, Max, Hu... 27-11-24 20:18	AppleInsider News
Black Friday streaming deals slash Disney Plus, Max, Hulu, Paramount Plus to as low $0.99/mo The best Black Friday streaming deals deliver discounts of up to 90% off plans from Max, Paramount Plus, Hulu, Peacock and Apple TV Plus.Save up to 75% with these streaming service deals.Black Friday sales are in full swing at popular streaming service providers. Here are a few options to enjoy new content with your Apple TV 4K. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple takes over more NYC office space from Macy's 27-11-24 18:30	AppleInsider News
Apple takes over more NYC office space from Macy's Apple has expanded its New York City offices and is now taking up ten floors of 11 Penn Plaza in a deal that sees it occupying space vacated by Macy's.Some 10 floors of 11 Penn Plaza in New York are now occupied by Apple — image credit: Vornado Realty Trust Apple first bought space in 11 Penn Plaza, near Madison Square Garden, in February 2020. At the time, it leased 220,000 square feet for office space, which saw it occupying floors 11 through 14.There was also an option for it to have space ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Smallest Mac yet is perfect Apple Vision Pro companion ... 27-11-24 17:40	AppleInsider News
Smallest Mac yet is perfect Apple Vision Pro companion with the right battery pack I found a battery pack with an AC outlet, strapped it to the Mac mini, and turned it into a portable, headless computer companion for Apple Vision Pro. Here's how it went.Portable Mac mini with an external battery packThere was never any doubt that the new Mac mini could be turned into a tiny battery-powered Mac, but there were a lot of questions about the execution of such a project. Not all AC outlets are created equal, so I went shopping for the lowest-priced, smallest-sized battery pack that... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Hands on with Kuxiu X36W Pro Max Magnetic iPad Wall Mou... 27-11-24 15:25	AppleInsider News
Hands on with Kuxiu X36W Pro Max Magnetic iPad Wall Mount Charging Stand Kuxiu has a range of magnetic charging stands for iPad, and the wall-mounted version has finally arrived. Here are my impressions of this variation of the stand.Wall mount your iPad and keep it charged via the Smart ConnectorWhen Kuxiu started adding Smart Connector pins to its lineup of charging stands, I knew it would be a game changer. Previously, the iPad would need to be attached, then a cable plugged in for power, but now that's no longer necessary.I already covered the lineup of tradition... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple donating $5 per Apple Store purchase made with Ap... 27-11-24 14:00	AppleInsider News
Apple donating $5 per Apple Store purchase made with Apple Pay for World AIDS Day Apple customers using Apple Pay to purchase goods via its retail outlets will trigger a donation to The Global Fund, as part of a donation campaign ahead of World AIDS Day.An iPhone showing an Apple Pay transaction - Image credit: AppleEvery year, Apple marks World AIDS Day on December 1 with (PRODUCT)RED window displays and promotion of related books. To go with that effort, Apple also holds a donation drive, based on customer purchases.Running from November 29 to December 8, Apple will be don... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple fails to ride global 2024 smartphone boom with Ap... 27-11-24 12:34	AppleInsider News
Apple fails to ride global 2024 smartphone boom with Apple Intelligence Despite the launch of Apple Intelligence, Apple has not seen the same growth in the recovering smartphone market as other players — but that's expected to change in 2025.Apple Intelligence's Siri animation on an iPhoneThroughout 2024, reports of smartphone shipments worldwide have tended to say that iPhone sales are down because of increased competition from Chinese rivals. Now two reports back that up, with the first also saying that Apple has failed to benefit from strong growth that has hel... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Amazon's $399 iPad mini 7 deal arrives for Black Friday 27-11-24 07:51	AppleInsider News
Amazon's $399 iPad mini 7 deal arrives for Black Friday A new record low price has landed on Apple's 2024 iPad mini 7, with the $100 discount arriving right before Black Friday.Get the lowest price ever on Apple's new iPad mini 7.All four iPad mini 6 colors are on sale for $399.99 at Amazon this Wednesday when you clip an on-page coupon, delivering the best iPad mini 7 deal we've seen since the device launched in October.$399 at Amazon Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Black Friday blowout deals drive M3 MacBook Pro prices ... 27-11-24 00:33	AppleInsider News
Black Friday blowout deals drive M3 MacBook Pro prices down to $1,199+ Save up to $600 instantly during the 2024 Black Friday price war as retailers, including Best Buy, clear out remaining M3 MacBook Pro inventory for the holidays.Save up to $600 during Best Buy's Black Friday sale.Best Buy's official Black Friday deals are shaving hundreds of dollars off blowout M3 MacBook Pro models to make room for the new M4 lineup — and shoppers can benefit from price drops to the tune of up to $600 off the last-gen configs. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Mac mini M4 Pro review: Mac Studio power, miniaturized 26-11-24 22:11	AppleInsider News
Mac mini M4 Pro review: Mac Studio power, miniaturized The M4 Pro Mac mini is possibly the best deal in computing in late 2024, boasting an impressive amount of power for pros that rivals the Mac Studio and Mac Pro in a tiny package.The M4 Pro Mac miniWhen it comes to desktop Mac models, the Mac mini is always considered the entry-level and cheap option, while the Mac Studio and Mac Pro are performance beasts. With the introduction of the M4 Pro Mac mini, Apple has flipped the script — at least for now.We've already looked at the entry-level M4 Ma... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Drake ropes Siri into his feud with rival Kendrick Lama... 26-11-24 19:19	AppleInsider News
Drake ropes Siri into his feud with rival Kendrick Lamar, for some reason Drake has started a beef with Apple, claiming that Siri has been bribed to play Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us", even when you ask for "Certified Lover Boy."Cover of Drake's "Certified Lover Boy" album — which Siri allegedly hides from you — image credit: DrakeBack when radio stations didn't sound identical across the nation, there was the problem of payola where a DJ could be paid to promote certain songs. Rapper Drake believes this is still continuing to this day — but that the name of th... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple chipmaker TSMC struggles to please both U.S. and ... 26-11-24 16:48	AppleInsider News
Apple chipmaker TSMC struggles to please both U.S. and Chinese officials Apple chipmaker TSMC is finding it harder to maintain neutrality as tensions between China and the U.S. continue to grow.A TSMC factory sign - Image credit: TSMCTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) manufactures the processors in Apple's iPhones, iPads, and Macs. Apple has been its lead customer since 2014 when it began manufacturing the A8 chip in the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.However, TSMC's relationship with U.S.-based companies has strained in recent years. In October, the U.S. Depar... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
NFL's Gronk calls Apple his best-ever investment 26-11-24 16:04	AppleInsider News
NFL's Gronk calls Apple his best-ever investment Famed tight end Rob Gronkowski made millions from his NFL years but the best investment return he saw was from Apple stock he forgot he'd bought.Rob Gronkowski — image source: Wiki CommonsApple has tried — and failed — to invest in the NFL through a deal to secure the Sunday Ticket rights, but now one of the league's most financially astute players reveals he invested in Apple. Rob Gronkowski famously did not spend the millions he earned from his 11-season spell with the NFL, yet he says e... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Black Friday discount: M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB RAM, 1T... 26-11-24 15:45	AppleInsider News
Black Friday discount: M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB RAM, 1TB SSD) on sale now for $2,389 Black Friday MacBook Pro deals are heating up, with Apple's brand-new M4 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro featuring an upgrade to 48GB RAM and 1TB of storage marked down to $2,389 via an exclusive discount code.Snag Black Friday coupon savings on this new M4 MacBook ProTo redeem the $210 Black Friday discount, head over to Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama and enter promo code APINSIDER during checkout. With the exclusive coupon code, you can pick up the newly released M4 Pro MacBook Pro 14-inch with an ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Get a Torras Ostand iPhone 16 case in all-new colors, n... 26-11-24 14:12	AppleInsider News
Get a Torras Ostand iPhone 16 case in all-new colors, now 15% off for Black Friday Torras offers two versions of its popular Ostand Spin case for iPhone 16, and both MagSafe-compatible cases with built-in stands and all-new colors are discounted for Black Friday.Have a colorful holiday season with Torras Ostand Spin cases for iPhone 16 - Image credit: TorrasIf you're still looking for the perfect case for your iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro, look no further than Torras. The Ostand Spin Classic and Ostand Spin Flagship are both excellent options that offer utility and protection fo... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Next generation CarPlay shown in regulator filing 26-11-24 13:17	AppleInsider News
Next generation CarPlay shown in regulator filing Drawings of what the next version of Apple's CarPlay may look like in Audi cars have surfaced in a filing with a European Union regulator.Mockup showing how the new Audi elements might fit in a future CarPlay dashboard — dashboard image credit: AppleIt's ten years since Audi announced support for Apple's CarPlay, but now it's possible that it will soon be extending that to the feature's major next version. Rather than being confined to a car's entertainment screen, the next CarPlay will occupy... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Tim Cook's China visit is about getting Apple Intellige... 26-11-24 11:58	AppleInsider News
Tim Cook's China visit is about getting Apple Intelligence into the country Apple CEO Tim Cook is in China to talk about creating localized Apple Intelligence LLMs, but the company faces difficult regulatory hurdles.Apple Store in China — image credit: AppleCook arrived in China on Monday to discuss supply chain issues with premier Li Qiang. As well as speaking with suppliers over US/China trade tensions, Cook was reportedly also there to specifically talk about Apple Intelligence.According to the Financial Times, a source referred to as a top Chinese technology regul... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Best Black Friday Apple Watch deals start at just $149 26-11-24 08:24	AppleInsider News
Best Black Friday Apple Watch deals start at just $149 Amazon continues to slash prices on Apple devices during Black Friday Deals Week, with Apple Watch models dropping down to the lowest prices of the year.Grab Apple Watch Black Friday deals from $149.Amazon's latest markdowns see the base model of the Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) reduced by 40%. That's $100 off its regular price of $249, making it a great gift idea for the holidays. You can also save on the Series 10 and the Ultra 2 with the black case, with discounts of up to $80 off.Apple Wa... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Brazil's antitrust regulator is set to fine Apple if in... 26-11-24 03:58	AppleInsider News
Brazil's antitrust regulator is set to fine Apple if in-app purchase restrictions aren't lifted Apple has only 20 days to open up in-app purchases, or it could face $43k in fines per day if it fails to comply with the Brazil antitrust regulator's ruling.Apple ParkIn 2022, e-commerce merchant MercadoLibre filed an antitrust complaint with Brazilian regulators. The complaint was picked up in 2023 by antitrust regulator Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Economica (CADE), and a ruling has been handed out on Monday.According to a report from Reuters, CADE has ruled that Apple must lift restrict... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Google is 'three times a monopolist' says DOJ in anti-t... 26-11-24 00:13	AppleInsider News
Google is 'three times a monopolist' says DOJ in anti-trust lawsuit The DOJ said that Google "rigged" ad auctions in a way that hurt the competition in its closing arguments at an antitrust trial, but it isn't clear how the US District Court Judge will rule.The DOJ has accused Google of being a monopoly in the advertising market.Google has been the subject of antitrust lawsuits since 2023, with the DOJ claiming that the company was an illegal monopoly in the search market. In August of 2024, the courts sided with the DOJ, but another lawsuit concerning the compa... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Amazon's Black Friday AirPods Pro deal drops earbuds to... 25-11-24 22:05	AppleInsider News
Amazon's Black Friday AirPods Pro deal drops earbuds to record low $153.99 The Black Friday AirPods Pro deal discounts the 2nd Gen model with USB-C to $153.99, a $96 markdown and the lowest price on record.Get the lowest price ever on Apple AirPods Pro 2It's unclear how long the holiday promotion will last, as AirPods Pro 2 are a top seller each holiday season. And with the $153.99 price being the lowest on record, bargain hunters are likely to pick up a pair to replace an older model or as a gift for friends and family.Buy for $153.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Arc's revolutionary bumper iPhone 16 case is 15% off fo... 25-11-24 19:56	AppleInsider News
Arc's revolutionary bumper iPhone 16 case is 15% off for Black Friday Think you want to go caseless? Check out the Arc Plus bumper phone case for Apple's iPhone 16 line and enjoy a level of protection without sacrificing the sleek design iPhones are known for. The cases are now on sale for Black Friday and Cyber Monday with a 15% discount.Save 15% on Arc iPhone cases.If you're tired of bulky cases hiding the sleek profile of your iPhone, it's worth checking out the Arc Pulse case for the iPhone 16 lineup. With a uniqe design that slides on without adhesive, Arc's ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
iPhone 17 Pro may forego titanium, instead get alumimum... 25-11-24 19:20	AppleInsider News
iPhone 17 Pro may forego titanium, instead get alumimum & glass The iPhone 17 Pro models could have some big design changes, including a shift away from titanium in favor of an aluminum frame and a back combining aluminum and glass.A render of a possible iPhone 17 designThe current generation of iPhones has used a well-worn design of a glass sandwich with a metal frame in the middle. For the Pro models of the iPhone 17, there could be some changes on the way.The design changes start with a move away from titanium, according to sources of The Information. App... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
iPhone 17 Slim too thin for SIM tray, may not have mmWave 25-11-24 18:31	AppleInsider News
iPhone 17 Slim too thin for SIM tray, may not have mmWave The iPhone 17 Slim won't have a SIM card tray because it is too thin to have one, and it probably won't have mmWave either.A render of what the iPhone 17 Slim could look likeThe iPhone 17 Slim, also referred to as the iPhone 17 Air, is anticipated to be a very thin model of smartphone. Previous rumors have proposed it could be 6mm thick, which would make it an extremely narrow device.Due to its size, compromises will have to be made for some components, such as the camera bump. However, it now s... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple's iPad mini 6 just dropped to $299.99, all-time b... 25-11-24 16:44	AppleInsider News
Apple's iPad mini 6 just dropped to $299.99, all-time best Black Friday price A new Black Friday iPad deal has popped up, this time on the last-gen iPad mini 6, that's priced at a record low $299.99 while supplies last.Apple's iPad mini 6 dropped to best price ever - Image credit: AppleBlack Friday deals are in effect on the iPad mini 6, with Amazon leading the pack with its $299.99 price on the standard 64GB Wi-Fi model. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Indian regulators keep pushing antitrust report forward... 25-11-24 16:09	AppleInsider News
Indian regulators keep pushing antitrust report forward, despite Apple's hold request India's antitrust regulators have declined to grant Apple's request for a temporary hold on a report that alleges app developers are compelled to adhere to unfair terms to be on the App Store.India's CCI rejects Apple's request to halt investigation reportIn 2021, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) began its investigation following a company from a group called "Together We Fight Society," (TWFS) regarding App Store fees and rules. In July 2024, the CCI announced that it had concluded tha... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
CSA head Tobin Richardson discusses the future of Matte... 25-11-24 16:04	AppleInsider News
CSA head Tobin Richardson discusses the future of Matter on HomeKit Insider On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, Connectivity Standards Alliance CEO and President Tobin Richardson stops by to talk about the future of Matter.HomeKit Insider PodcastTobin Richardson is the President and CEO of the Connectivity Standards Alliance, or CSA, which is the member-led organization that is responsible for the development of Matter. Apple is one of many member companies of the CSA, assisting in developing the new unifying standard.Since 2014 Tobin has led the CSA through... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple names 45 finalists for 2024 App Store Awards 25-11-24 15:48	AppleInsider News
Apple names 45 finalists for 2024 App Store Awards Apple has released the list of app and game finalists for the 2024 App Store Awards, celebrating the best apps in its ecosystem.App Store Award - Image credit: AppleThe App Store Awards is Apple's annual recognition of apps that offer an exceptional user experience, design, and innovation. On Monday, it released a list of 45 finalists competing across 12 different categories.For 2024, the list includes a new Apple Vision Pro category, which will highlight achievements in spatial computing using ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Tim Cook heads to China for supply chain talks with pre... 25-11-24 15:24	AppleInsider News
Tim Cook heads to China for supply chain talks with premier Apple CEO Tim Cook has returned to China for discussions with premier Li Qiang, in discussions to aid both the global supply chain and the Chinese economy.Apple CEO Tim Cook - Image credit: AppleApple's leadership frequently makes visits to China and other regions, with the aim of improving the relations with suppliers and governments alike. In the latest trip, Tim Cook has spoken to high levels of the Chinese government.Ahead of a supply chain expo in Beijing on Tuesday, Cook met with more than... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
M4 Mac minis in a computing cluster is incredibly cool,... 25-11-24 14:35	AppleInsider News
M4 Mac minis in a computing cluster is incredibly cool, but not hugely effective There is a way to use a collection of M4 Mac minis in a cluster, but the benefits only really exist when you use high-end Macs.A cluster of M4 Mac minis - Image credit: Alex Ziskind/YouTubeWhile most people think of having a more powerful computer means buying a single expensive device, there are other ways to perform large amounts of number crunching. In one concept that has been around for decades, you could use multiple computers to handle processing on a project.The concept of cluster comput... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
How Tim Cook gets Trump to help Apple 25-11-24 08:07	AppleInsider News
How Tim Cook gets Trump to help Apple Their personal relationship has not always helped "Tim Apple", but Tim Cook has been more successful in working with Trump than most.Tim Cook and Donald Trump in a meeting at the White House in 2018 — image credit: ApplePresident Trump has previously backed the FBI against Apple over what he called foreign apps, and famously forgot Cook's name, but overall Apple appears to have been able to benefit under a Trump administration. The Wall Street Journal says that this is down to a particular tec... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Black Friday sale: M4 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch with 64GB... 25-11-24 01:57	AppleInsider News
Black Friday sale: M4 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch with 64GB RAM, 40C GPU plunges to $3,879 This exclusive Black Friday deal discounts Apple's brand-new M4 Max MacBook Pro with a top-of-the-line 40-core GPU and 64GB RAM by $320, delivering the lowest price ever. Plus, save on AppleCare with coupon.Get a Black Friday discount on Apple's loaded M4 Max MacBook Pro.To unlock the exclusive $320 discount, apply promo code APINSIDER during Step 4 of checkout at Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama. This loaded configuration in Space Black features Apple's top-of-the-line M4 Max chip with a 16-co... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Crime blotter: Apple Store thieves face bigger penaltie... 24-11-24 22:01	AppleInsider News
Crime blotter: Apple Store thieves face bigger penalties in California The state that's been the site of two of the largest Apple Store theft rings in recent years will punish retail theft more severely, while one scammer replaced an iPhone with sugar.Apple Store in Valencia, Spain The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Best Black Friday iPad Pro deals: save up to $1,000 24-11-24 19:26	AppleInsider News
Best Black Friday iPad Pro deals: save up to $1,000 Apple's iPad Pro has been heavily discounted as Black Friday deals week is well underway, with discounts of up to $400 off M4 11-inch and 13-inch models — and up to $1,000 off blowout M2 tablets.Black Friday deals are live on Apple's iPad Pro.Black Friday 2024 is around the corner and both Amazon and Best Buy are engaged in a price war on the highly capable M4 iPad Pro 11-inch and 13-inch. I've compiled the top markdowns below so you can jump straight to them. Or if you're interested in compar... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
AirPods Max headphones unlikely to get any further upgr... 24-11-24 17:05	AppleInsider News
AirPods Max headphones unlikely to get any further upgrades Apple updated its AirPods Max with USB-C and new color options in September 2024, but is reportedly not planning any further changes to the headphones.The latest color options for the AirPods Max. Image credit: AppleIn the recent updates to the product, Apple failed to upgrade the chip inside the AirPods Max to the H2 as it had with the AirPods Pro, meaning the headset is still not compatible with Adaptive Audio.Bloomberg claims that that the company has "no concrete plans" to update the headpho... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Siri engine to be fundamentally revamped across 2025, e... 24-11-24 15:42	AppleInsider News
Siri engine to be fundamentally revamped across 2025, early 2026 Apple is in the process of overhauling Siri to catch up to AI engines like ChatGPT, but the revamp will emerge in stages across 2025 and into 2026.Siri will continue to improve in increments across 2025 and into 2026.The company has already introduced some minor changes to Siri, including the option to type commands, a revamped interface, and an improved ability to deal with pauses when users speak. Apple will also roll out a better interaction between Siri and apps, and better integration with ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple slashes MacBook Pro speaker repair costs 23-11-24 21:33	AppleInsider News
Apple slashes MacBook Pro speaker repair costs Apple will dramatically reduce the cost of speaker repair in the Apple Silicon 14-inch MacBook Pro and 16-inch MacBook Pro, ending the longstanding need to buy a whole replacement top case.Apple is making it more affordable to repair the MacBook Pro.The replacement of damaged speakers in these MacBook Pro models remains complex, but self-service repair will as much as 90% cheaper than at present. It's entirely because standalone speaker repair parts will be released soon.Consequently, users will... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Black Friday software deals hit Adobe Creative Cloud, P... 23-11-24 20:20	AppleInsider News
Black Friday software deals hit Adobe Creative Cloud, Parallels Desktop, Microsoft Office, VPNs With Black Friday just around the corner, many software deals are emerging, offering substantial savings on some of the top software products. Here's a roundup of the best deals AppleInsider has found.Black Friday software deals - Image credit: Adobe, Microsoft, Parallels, ExpressVPNThis Black Friday roundup highlights some fantastic deals on must-have software. These deals cater to a wide range of users, including professional creatives, business users, and students by providing creative suites... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Tap to Pay on iPhone, Apple Watch arrives in New Zealand 23-11-24 19:01	AppleInsider News
Tap to Pay on iPhone, Apple Watch arrives in New Zealand Apple has now brought its Tap to Pay easy-payment technology to New Zealand. Merchants can now use an iPhone or Apple Watch to accept payments from contactless debit and credit cards, Apple Pay, or other digital wallets.Merchants can use iPhones to accept contactless payments. Image credit: AppleThe technology requires a partner-enabled iOS app on the merchant's iPhone for payment processing. Consumers can use Tap to Pay with the iPhone Xs or later running the latest iOS version, as well as with... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple TV+ abandons Clooney and Pitt's 'Wolfs' sequel 23-11-24 17:55	AppleInsider News
Apple TV+ abandons Clooney and Pitt's 'Wolfs' sequel A planned sequel to the Apple TV+ original movie "Wolfs" has reportedly been dropped, marking another unexpected turn for both this film series, and for how it appears Apple is changing its movie ambitions.Brad Pitt, George Clooney in the film "Wolfs." Image credit: Columbia Pictures / Courtesy Everett CollectionWriter/director Jon Watts now says that he will not be doing a sequel, despite the first film's success. "[Apple] were extremely enthusiastic about it, and immediately commissioned me to... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
ESR MagSafe chargers & cases make shopping for holiday ... 23-11-24 17:25	AppleInsider News
ESR MagSafe chargers & cases make shopping for holiday gifts easy (and they're all on sale for Black Friday) Finding gifts for your tech-loving friends or family won't be a hassle thanks to ESR's selection of CryoBoost chargers, MagSafe cases and wallets, and other Apple-related accessories.ESR has plenty for your tech holiday shopping needs - Image credit: ESRLet's face it, buying gifts for techie people can be a pain. They're picky about specs, aesthetics, and other details not everyone is privy to when holiday shopping.The key to making simple decisions is finding brands you can trust. ESR fits that... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Save $300 on Apple's 1TB M4 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro thi... 22-11-24 23:17	AppleInsider News
Save $300 on Apple's 1TB M4 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro this weekend A trio of retailers are fighting for your money, by offering the 1TB 14-inch MacBook Pro with an upgraded M4 Pro chip at $300 off the list price.Grab weekend savings on the 14-inch MacBook Pro - Image credit: AppleThe M4 Pro update to the 14-inch MacBook Pro has made it an extremely viable option for anyone who wants to work on the move. It's so attractive that three major online retailers have the same offer.Amazon is offering the upgraded M4 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro, complete with its 14-core C... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
iPhone 17 Slim probably won't have a telephoto camera 22-11-24 21:21	AppleInsider News
iPhone 17 Slim probably won't have a telephoto camera The rumored iPhone 17 Slim won't have a telephoto camera on the back, with a report insisting it will still be a Pro-level feature in 2025.Renders of what the iPhone 17 Slim could look likeThe iPhone 17 Slim is thought to include quite a few impressive features, but it won't be a Pro-grade device. That means it won't be getting a telephoto camera at all.In a report from TheElec about LG Innotek investing 375.9 billion won ($267.4 million) into new camera module facilities, it discusses the targe... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
How to use the new iOS 18 iPhone Control Center 22-11-24 21:16	AppleInsider News
How to use the new iOS 18 iPhone Control Center The iPhone Control Center is a feature that hadn't changed all that much in recent years, but iOS 18 brings with it some big improvements. Here's how to get the most out of it.iOS 18 updated Control Center with new customization options.Control Center has long offered iPhone owners a quick and easy way to access and toggle features like Wi-Fi, cellular data, and more. But the number of options available to iPhone owners was previously limited and the layout was cramped with just a single page of... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
16-inch MacBook Pro M4 Max review: The pinnacle of the ... 22-11-24 19:26	AppleInsider News
16-inch MacBook Pro M4 Max review: The pinnacle of the portable Mac The new M4 Max-powered 16-inch MacBook Pro is a beast of a machine, that highlights the raw power and efficiency of Apple Silicon.16-inch MacBook Pro M4 Max review: Peak MacBook ProThe latest MacBook Pro update arrived in November, alongside multiple other Macs. We similarly got a new M4-powered iMac and a completely redesigned Mac mini.Looking at the MacBook Pros specifically, they come in both 14- and 16-inch versions. You can get the 14-inch in M4 and M4 Pro versions and the 16-inch with the ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Black Friday deal: M3 13-inch MacBook Air for just $844... 22-11-24 18:28	AppleInsider News
Black Friday deal: M3 13-inch MacBook Air for just $844 at Amazon If you need a cheap, portable Mac, then check out Amazon's deal on the 13-inch MacBook Air with M3, offered at $255 off the retail price.Get this MacBook Air at Black Friday pricingAnyone who wants to be able to use macOS while on the move will immediately think of the MacBook Pro. If you're also needing to watch your budget, the MacBook Air is a very good choice.As part of its Black Friday deals week, Amazon is offering discounts on the MacBook Air, powered by the M3 chip. The best deal is on t... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Roundup: Govee's selection of smart lights makes the ho... 22-11-24 18:05	AppleInsider News
Roundup: Govee's selection of smart lights makes the holidays brighter Govee products can finally join Apple Home thanks to Matter, so here are a few great holiday decoration options from Christmas tree lights to permanent outdoor LEDs.Bring smarts to your holiday lighting with Govee's Matter-compatible lightsGovee gave me the chance to try out a selection of smart lights just in time for holiday decorations to go up. Some are standard lights that can stay up year-round, while a couple are purpose-built for Christmas decor.I've got a lot of Apple Home products like... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple ramping up India manufacturing expansion to avoid... 22-11-24 17:59	AppleInsider News
Apple ramping up India manufacturing expansion to avoid Trump tariffs on China Indian media has revealed that Apple is in talks with more than 40 firms in the region to become component suppliers for devices including the iPhone, ahead of a Trump administration applying tariffs to Chinese imports.Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: AppleTariffs that are notionally applied to a country are paid by the US firm importing the goods. Consequently any China tariff would raise the cost to Apple of importing iPhones, and consequently the price of iPhones would ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Lowest price ever: iPad 10th Generation drops to $249 w... 22-11-24 16:03	AppleInsider News
Lowest price ever: iPad 10th Generation drops to $249 with Amazon coupon Amazon has discounted Apple's iPad 10th Generation to the lowest price on record thanks to a Black Friday on-page coupon.Grab the lowest price on record for the iPad 10th GenAfter initially dropping the 10th Generation iPad to $279 earlier this week, Amazon has gone one step further by discounting the standard 64GB Wi-Fi model by another $30 with on-page coupons available on select colorways. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
New emoji, app store banning drama, and a new Mac mini ... 22-11-24 14:28	AppleInsider News
New emoji, app store banning drama, and a new Mac mini hub, on the AppleInsider Podcast The first major M4 Mac mini hub accessory has just been announced, plus we now know what emoji are coming next — and developers are wondering why Apple has removed controversial apps.When it's released, the new Satechi Mac mini hub will let you store up to 4TB of emojisThe buzz around the new, tiny M4 Mac mini is such that doubtlessly there are going to be very many accessories made for it, from sleeves and mounts, to docks and hubs. But Satechi has got in first with a revision to its famous h... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple's browser rules deemed anticompetitive, says UK c... 22-11-24 14:24	AppleInsider News
Apple's browser rules deemed anticompetitive, says UK competition body Apple's rules about what developers can do within browsers is limiting innovation, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority has determined, as part of its provisional findings from its browser investigation.Safari, Apple's browserIn 2021, the CMA launched its Mobile Ecosystems Market Study, determining that Apple and Google had a duopoly in the realm of mobile ecosystems. While it was found that Apple and Google were in a position to determine how browsers work on iOS and Android, the CMA now ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
EU drops four-year Apple audiobook probe after complain... 22-11-24 13:32	AppleInsider News
EU drops four-year Apple audiobook probe after complaint is withdrawn The European Union has announced that it has ceased its investigation into how Apple treats rival audiobook developers on the App Store, saying the original complainant has withdrawn.Apple BooksThe EU's probe began in 2020, alongside other antitrust investigations into Apple Pay and the App Store. At that time, an unnamed ebook and audiobook distributor filed a complaint claiming that Apple prevents developers getting important customer data.According to the Wall Street Journal, the European Com... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Indonesia rejects Apple's $100 million bid to lift the ... 22-11-24 12:44	AppleInsider News
Indonesia rejects Apple's $100 million bid to lift the iPhone 16 ban Indonesia's government has considered Apple's increased offer of $100 million of investment in the country, but reportedly wants more before it will lift its ban on the iPhone 16 range.Jakarta - Image credit: Tom Fisk/Pexels"Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita held an internal meeting to discuss the proposal," government spokesperson, Febri Hendri Antoni Arif, told local news agency Antara News. "From the government's perspective, of course, we want this investment to be larger."The iss... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple's M4 Mac mini plunges to record low $499 during A... 22-11-24 05:20	AppleInsider News
Apple's M4 Mac mini plunges to record low $499 during Amazon's Black Friday Sale The M4 Mac mini features an all-new design and 16GB of RAM in the standard model. And right now it's $100 off at Amazon thanks to cash savings stacked with an on-page coupon.Pick up Apple's 2024 Mac mini M4 for just $499.99.The $499.99 promo at Amazon provides holiday shoppers with the lowest M4 Mac mini price on record thanks to an instant rebate stacked with an on-page coupon. Equipped with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, the compact desktop now measures only five inches by five inches so it ta... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Save up to $2,000 with exclusive Bluetti portable power... 21-11-24 23:48	AppleInsider News
Save up to $2,000 with exclusive Bluetti portable power station Black Friday deals Bluetti is offering incredible discounts up to 57% off of essential portable power station models and exclusive coupons during its Black Friday sales event. Don't miss out.Bluetti Black Friday - Image credit: BluettiWhether you're looking to upgrade an older home battery backup system or want to check out a new model for the first time, Bluetti has you covered. These giant batteries and inverters can keep your devices powered through any storm, on the road, or at the campsite, letting users go o... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Siri chatbot may be coming in 2026 as part of iOS 19 21-11-24 23:03	AppleInsider News
Siri chatbot may be coming in 2026 as part of iOS 19 A new rumor suggests Apple wants to make Siri more conversational by making it use a large language model backend similar to ChatGPT and AI rivals, but it won't be ready until 2026.Siri could get an LLM backend in 2026When Apple was first rumored to be tackling artificial intelligence, one thing that was repeated often — Apple would not release a chatbot. The idea that users would converse with Siri in the same way they did with ChatGPT was seemingly off the table for the launch.Since then, a ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Grab Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro M4 at record low $2,19... 21-11-24 21:48	AppleInsider News
Grab Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro M4 at record low $2,199 price Apple's M4 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro is on sale for $2,199, that's $300 off the price of a brand new notebook with its latest generation of Apple Silicon.Save $300 on this M4 MacBook ProIt's only been available a matter of weeks, but the 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M4 Pro chip is already being discounted as part of the pre-Black Friday sales. In offers from Amazon and Best Buy, you can secure the portable powerhouse for hundreds of dollars less than the launch price.Buy for $2,199 Continue Readin... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple Music celebrates Billie Eilish's record-breaking ... 21-11-24 18:12	AppleInsider News
Apple Music celebrates Billie Eilish's record-breaking year Billie Eilish has been named the Apple Music Artist of the Year for 2024, celebrating a year defined by chart-topping music, award-winning film soundtracks, and record-breaking performances.Apple Music named Billie Eilish its 2024 Artist of the YearApple Music has named Billie Eilish its 2024 Artist of the Year, highlighting a year of achievements for the singer-songwriter. Her third album, Hit Me Hard And Soft, earned widespread acclaim. The album topped Apple Music's all-genre chart in 138 cou... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Satechi redesigns its hub to fit the new, smaller M4 Ma... 21-11-24 17:06	AppleInsider News
Satechi redesigns its hub to fit the new, smaller M4 Mac mini Satechi has announced its new Mac mini Stand & Hub, a pint-sized hub with a card reader, a NVMe Enclosure — and which brings back USB-A ports.Satechi's new Mac mini M4 Stand & HubApple introduced the new M4 Mac mini in October. The diminutive desktop has shrunk even further, now with a five-by-five-inch footprint.To welcome the new Mac mini to the lineup, Satechi has created a hub that pairs perfectly with it — the Mac mini M4 Stand & Hub. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Fo... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple brings hearing tests to AirPods Pro 2 in France b... 21-11-24 16:55	AppleInsider News
Apple brings hearing tests to AirPods Pro 2 in France but holds back key feature Apple's AirPods Pro 2 now let users in France test their hearing and reduce loud noises, but the hearing aid feature is stuck in regulatory limbo.AirPods ProApple has introduced new health-focused capabilities for the AirPods Pro 2, including a hearing test and loud sound reduction. However, a critical feature — hearing aid functionality — remains unavailable in France due to regulatory restrictions.In September 2024, the company introduced new auditory features for its AirPods Pro series, c... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple announces its Black Friday promotions, but there ... 21-11-24 15:19	AppleInsider News
Apple announces its Black Friday promotions, but there are far better deals Just ahead of its Black Friday promotion that begins on November 29, 2024, Apple has revealed that it will yet again be offering bundled gift cards — even as other firms offer actual discounts.Apple's Black Friday promotion starts on November 29 — image credit: AppleOnce more, Apple's Black Friday offering sees no discounts on any items. Instead, buyers of certain products get an Apple Gift Card ranging between $25 and $200 toward their next Apple purchase.It has to be that the card is used ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
US government steps up oversight of Apple Pay and rivals 21-11-24 12:36	AppleInsider News
US government steps up oversight of Apple Pay and rivals The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says it will apply rigorous oversight to Big Tech payment systems such as Apple Pay.Apple Pay on an Apple WatchThe Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently fined Apple and Goldman Sachs a $90 million penalty over disputed Apple Card payments. However, it has long argued that digital wallet systems such as Apple Pay should be regulated like credit cards and banks are.According to Reuters, the CFPB has now said it will step up its supervision... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple urges judge to dismiss the DOJ's speculative anti... 21-11-24 11:42	AppleInsider News
Apple urges judge to dismiss the DOJ's speculative antitrust suit Apple has argued in court that the Department of Justice's case against it is baseless, while the DOJ says prove it at trial.The Department of Justice case will hang over Apple for yearsAs expected, Apple made its case to US District Judge Julien Neals in Newark, New Jersey, on Wednesday, November 21, 2024. Its lawyers are seeking a dismissal of the antitrust accusations that it has consistently decried since the Department of Justice (DOJ) brought it in March 2024.Now according to Bloomberg, b... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Best Black Friday Amazon deals: $150 off M4 iMac, $250 ... 21-11-24 10:53	AppleInsider News
Best Black Friday Amazon deals: $150 off M4 iMac, $250 off MacBook, $169 Apple Watch Amazon's official Black Friday Deals Week event is going on now and we have live coverage of today's best Apple deals, including new low prices on M4 Macs, AirPods, the 2024 iPad mini 7, current Apple Watch models and more.Amazon's Black Friday deals on Apple start now.Black Friday is happening now at both Amazon and Best Buy, and we're monitoring the Apple space closely so you can save the most money on your holiday shopping. From M4 MacBook and Mac mini discounts to the cheapest Apple Watch Se... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Save $300 on the Apple Studio Display during Black Frid... 21-11-24 09:20	AppleInsider News
Save $300 on the Apple Studio Display during Black Friday sale If you want the Apple Studio Display, you should consider getting it now, as it's currently available at a massive $300 discount.Save $300 on the Apple Studio DisplayThe Apple Studio Display offers consumers an Apple-designed screen for their Mac, without necessarily paying the high price of the Pro Display XDR. If you're quick, that price can be even less.Buy for $1,299.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
How XProtect protects you from viruses on macOS 21-11-24 06:06	AppleInsider News
How XProtect protects you from viruses on macOS XProtect is Apple's Mac virus detection system which keeps your Mac safe. Here's how the protective macOS feature works.XProtect is macOS's malware scaning tool.Viruses and other malware are a constant threat to computers, which web surfers have to work around every time they go online.A computer virus is a small piece of code that gets silently installed onto your computer. One where it runs or embeds itself into other software and causes havoc. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple's iPad 10th Gen plunges to $279 in early Black Fr... 20-11-24 21:33	AppleInsider News
Apple's iPad 10th Gen plunges to $279 in early Black Friday price war Grab the lowest iPad 10th Generation price on record as Amazon and Best Buy compete for the best early Black Friday deals.Grab the best iPad 10th Gen price on recordNovember is a great time to pick up an Apple device at a discount and iPads are no exception with one week to go before Black Friday. Take advantage of the lowest price on record on Apple's iPad 10th Generation, with prices falling to $279 at Amazon and Best Buy. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple's App Store takedowns over copyright claims conti... 20-11-24 20:38	AppleInsider News
Apple's App Store takedowns over copyright claims continue to annoy developers Developers of two media-centric apps say Apple is not playing fair with the App Store, especially when it comes to dealing with copyright law.TV Time and the App Store iconAs the controller of the App Store, Apple has a duty to keep the digital marketplace full of engaging apps that don't break or infringe laws. However, the amount of control Apple has over apps, and its ability to kick apps over claims of copyright infringement, has irked some developers.According to TV Time and Musi, Apple is ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Google is pissed that the DOJ may make it sell off Chrome 20-11-24 19:11	AppleInsider News
Google is pissed that the DOJ may make it sell off Chrome You'll all pay for this, just you wait and see, says a petulant Google as the US Department of Justice is rumored to make it sell off its Chrome browser.Google Chrome on an iPhoneChrome is the darling of the technology industry because technical people love its customizability. But that does come with the price of your battery life, plus what Google may or may not do with your data.Consequently, it's common when you have a problem with a website to be told to switch to Chrome. For example, our o... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Fourth round of developer betas for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18... 20-11-24 19:11	AppleInsider News
Fourth round of developer betas for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2 land Apple is on its fourth round of developer betas for this generation, with new builds of iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2 joined by the third build of watchOS 11.2.Examples of Apple Intelligence at work. The fourth round arrives after the third, which was on November 11 for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2. That date also saw the second developer betas of tvOS 18.2 and watchOS 11.2, with visionOS 2.2's second build landing one day later on November 12.Apple brought out t... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Save up to 36% on Microsoft Office for Mac 2024 with th... 20-11-24 18:45	AppleInsider News
Save up to 36% on Microsoft Office for Mac 2024 with this early Black Friday special A new early Black Friday software deal allows Mac and PC owners to score up to 36% off a standalone license to Microsoft Office 2024.Microsoft Office 2024 - Image credit: MicrosoftMicrosoft Office 2024 includes all essential Microsoft apps, from Word for text editing, Excel for super-powered spreadsheets, PowerPoint for captivating presentations, OneNote to keep everything organized, and Outlook for email management (Outlook comes with the Home & Business version only).Normally, users would pay ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
'Final Fantasy XIV Mobile' brings epic adventures to yo... 20-11-24 17:10	AppleInsider News
'Final Fantasy XIV Mobile' brings epic adventures to your iPhone Lightspeed Studios and Square Enix are bringing the critically acclaimed MMORPG "Final Fantasy XIV" to mobile, letting players embark on the epic Eorzean adventure on their iPhone.Final Fantasy XIVNaoki Yoshida, producer and director of Final Fantasy XIV Online, described the mobile adaptation as a "sister" game that aims to bring the core story and combat of the original to a smaller screen. Non-combat roles, like Disciples of the Land and Hand, will also be included.Final Fantasy XIV Mobile of... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Shazam has been used more than 100 billion times since ... 20-11-24 16:44	AppleInsider News
Shazam has been used more than 100 billion times since it launched Shazam, the wildly popular song recognition app, has reached a major milestone by identifying more than 100 billion songs — up from 70 billion songs in 2022.Shazam Predictions 2022 playlist and new subscriber dealOn Wednesday, Apple took a moment to praise Shazam for reaching a major milestone. Since its inception in 2002, Shazam has been used to identify 100 billion songs worldwide.To put that in perspective, Apple points out that a person would need to use Shazam to identify a song every sec... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple heads to court to try to get massive & vague DOJ ... 20-11-24 14:45	AppleInsider News
Apple heads to court to try to get massive & vague DOJ antitrust suit dismissed Apple will today present its case for why the Department of Justice's mammoth lawsuit against the iPhone maker is entirely without merit — and prosecutors will repeat their accusations.The Department of Justice case will hang over Apple for yearsThe Department of Justice (DOJ), together with multiple states, is accusing Apple of monopolistic practices, over the iPhone, the App Store, and most of the company's business. Following the start of that case in March 2024, Apple filed a motion to dis... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Price cuts fail to prevent iPhone sales drop on China's... 20-11-24 12:35	AppleInsider News
Price cuts fail to prevent iPhone sales drop on China's Singles Day China's annual Singles Day shopping festival has again seen Apple's iPhone sales decline year over year.iPhone 16 ProSingles dDay used to regularly see record-breaking sales for the iPhone, with one vendor selling 156 million of the iPhone 13 in the first two seconds of its sale in 2021. With increased competition from local brands, Apple had a disappointing 2023 with a 4% decline in sales year over year.Now according to Counterpoint Research, it's fared even worse for the 2024 Singles Day festi... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Supply chain report says iPhone SE 4 will launch in Mar... 20-11-24 12:35	AppleInsider News
Supply chain report says iPhone SE 4 will launch in March 2025 Analysts from Barclays bank claim to have confirmed that the iPhone SE 4 will in March 2025 as previously expected.An iPhone 14, the design of which the iPhone SE 4 could be based on. The prediction of a March date is far from new. However, this time Barclays is claiming that it has the date from the supply chain. The analysts even use the word "confirmed".There does not, though, appear to be any specific basis for the claim other than that others have previously reported the same date. Rumor Sc... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple has officially ended its butterfly keyboard repai... 19-11-24 23:58	AppleInsider News
Apple has officially ended its butterfly keyboard repair program for MacBooks Apple no longer offers free repairs for MacBook models with the infamous "butterfly" keyboard, as the repair program for these machines has officially ended.Apple no longer offers repairs for the butterfly keyboard.The program was available for a wide variety of MacBook models sold between 2015 and 2020, including different MacBook Air and MacBook Pro configurations. With the repair program's end, however, it's now no longer possible to get these machines repaired by Apple at no cost.This will u... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Early Black Friday price cut drops M4 Pro MacBook Pro d... 19-11-24 22:43	AppleInsider News
Early Black Friday price cut drops M4 Pro MacBook Pro down to $1,749 The brand-new M4 Pro MacBook Pro 14-inch has hit a new record low price of $1,749, with units in stock with free expedited shipping. This pre-Black Friday Apple deal may sell out or end soon, with limited supply available at the reduced price.Grab the best price on Apple's M4 MacBook Pro.The $250 price cut on the standard M4 Pro MacBook Pro 14-inch knocks the price down to a new all-time low of $1,749. Equipped with a 12-core CPU, 16-core GPU, 24GB unified memory and 512GB of storage, the standa... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Update your iPhone, iPad, & Mac now to block critical s... 19-11-24 21:35	AppleInsider News
Update your iPhone, iPad, & Mac now to block critical security threats Update to Apple's latest iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and visionOS to patch known security vulnerabilities that may have been exploited on Intel-based Macs.iPad Air 2024The iOS 18.1.1, iPadOS 18.1.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1.1, and visionOS 2.1.1 updates fix two major security issues in the software that runs websites and apps. Hackers could use these flaws to take control of your device or steal information through malicious web content.Apple has also confirmed that these vulnerabilities "may have been active... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Control Ultimate Edition will land on Mac February 12, ... 19-11-24 21:06	AppleInsider News
Control Ultimate Edition will land on Mac February 12, 2025 Action adventure game "Control Ultimate Edition" will be landing on macOS early next year, with the release set for February 12, 2025.Control - Image credit: RemedyRemedy Entertainment's Control Ultimate Edition is one of the major games that has repeatedly been referenced as part of Apples push for gaming on Mac. In Remedy's Capital Markets Day presentation on Tuesday, it revealed when it will ship.The presentation to investors and analysts mentioned that Control Ultimate Edition will be releas... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Earn 3% Daily Cash back with Apple Card at ChargePoint ... 19-11-24 20:20	AppleInsider News
Earn 3% Daily Cash back with Apple Card at ChargePoint and Booking.com Apple has partnered with two more merchants, ChargePoint and Booking.com, to offer 3% Daily Cash back on purchases made with Apple Card.Apple Card partners with ChargePoint and Booking.comReserving a flight, hotel, car, cruise, or experience through Booking.com will net you 3% Daily Cash back, though you'll want to book through the Booking.com Apple landing page. Be sure to make the purchase on an Apple device using Apple Pay to take advantage of this promotion.Electric vehicle owners can get Da... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple releases security updates for iOS 18.1.1, iPadOS ... 19-11-24 19:38	AppleInsider News
Apple releases security updates for iOS 18.1.1, iPadOS 18.1.1, macOS 15.1.1 Apple has issued point releases for its operating systems, including iOS 18.1.1, iPadOS 18.1.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1.1, and visionOS 2.1.1.Currently-tested Apple Intelligence featuresThe updates for iOS 18.1.1, iPadOS 18.1.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1.1, and visionOS 2.1.1 have been made available on Tuesday.The version number change indicates the updates are not ones with major feature changes. Instead, the smaller version uptick signifies smaller changes, and often includes security fixes and compatibi... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple shifts to internal advertising sales for Apple News 19-11-24 18:01	AppleInsider News
Apple shifts to internal advertising sales for Apple News Apple has started to sell advertising on Apple News by itself, a report claims, with the company handling ad inventory sales for the service on its own.Apple News on an iPhoneAdvertising in Apple Services isn't entirely new, as it has done so for Apple News and the App Store for quite a while. However, it has apparently recently changed tactic when it comes to Apple News ad spots.While it has previously used third-party ad vendors to sell Apple News ads, sources of Axios claim that Apple is inst... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Leak: what law enforcement can unlock with the 'Graykey... 19-11-24 18:00	AppleInsider News
Leak: what law enforcement can unlock with the 'Graykey' iPhone hacking tool Leaked documents reveal the secrets behind Graykey, the covert forensic tool used to unlock modern smartphones, exposing its struggles with Apple's latest iOS updates.iPhone 15Graykey is a forensic tool designed to unlock mobile devices and extract data, primarily used by law enforcement agencies and digital forensics experts. Developed by the secretive company Grayshift — now owned by Magnet Forensics — Graykey has earned a reputation for its ability to bypass smartphone security measures.T... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple's AirTag makes a great stocking stuffer and it's ... 19-11-24 17:44	AppleInsider News
Apple's AirTag makes a great stocking stuffer and it's on sale for a record-low $19.99 An AirTag price war has erupted just over a week before Black Friday, making it a perfect time to pick one up for holiday travel or as an affordable stocking stuffer.AirTag dips to new record low price leading up to Black Friday. - Image credit: AppleThe $19.99 price at Amazon and Best Buy reflects a 33% discount off retail and delivers a new record low price on the single pack. Both Amazon and Best Buy have units in stock, which is perfect timing if you're about to embark on a holiday trip and ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
App Store revenue grew more than usual in October 19-11-24 16:26	AppleInsider News
App Store revenue grew more than usual in October Apple's App Store saw a jump in revenue in October, analysts say, with downloads in the month also trending higher than usual.App Store iconLike many other areas of Apple's empire, the App Store experiences seasonality when it comes to purchases and downloads of apps. In October, analysts saw an improvement in tracked metrics that go beyond what typical seasonal figures.In the data from Sensor Tower for the month of October seen by J.P.Morgan and shared with AppleInsider, revenue from App Store ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Top Apple Podcast charts for 2024 show what everyone's ... 19-11-24 14:39	AppleInsider News
Top Apple Podcast charts for 2024 show what everyone's been listening to Apple has released a list of the most popular shows listened to via Apple Podcasts in 2024, with "The Daily" taking the top spot for the year in the United States.Image credit: AppleApple regularly publishes year-end charts for its various content services, giving a hint to what the world is listening to on their iPhone and other devices. On Tuesday, Apple issued its 2024 Apple Podcasts lists.Year-end charts are offered in nearly 100 countries and regions, appearing in the Browse tab of Apple Po... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple Vision Pro's ultra-wide Mac display mirroring is ... 19-11-24 12:15	AppleInsider News
Apple Vision Pro's ultra-wide Mac display mirroring is the killer app spatial computing needs With the release of visionOS 2.2, Apple will add support for ultra-wide displays when mirroring a Mac's display. And it might just be the Apple Vision Pro killer app I've been waiting for.Apple Vision Pro needed a killer app and it's finally getting oneAt the time of writing the visionOS 2.2 update is only available to developers willing to install it on the headset they use for app development. But it'll soon be made available to everyone who wants it. And while there are a few new improvements... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
iMac M4 review: Minor changes lead to perfection for Ap... 19-11-24 11:48	AppleInsider News
iMac M4 review: Minor changes lead to perfection for Apple's all-in-one Mac Apple's 2024 iMac M4 got some internal updates to a familiar design, and the bevy of those small changes helped Apple perfect its ever-popular all-in-one.iMac M4 review: The new 2024 M4 iMac in greenThe new wave of colorful iMacs debuted in November 2024, alongside upgraded MacBook Pros and a redesigned Mac mini. We picked one up and have been testing it out in the studio for the past two week or so.Unsurprisingly, we were happy with what Apple delivered here. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
How to enable and use RCS for secure cross-platform mes... 19-11-24 05:10	AppleInsider News
How to enable and use RCS for secure cross-platform messaging Apple's messaging app Messages has adopted a new cross-platform messaging standard called RCS. Here's how to be sure you have it enabled on your iPhone, and what new features it gives you when messaging people on other platforms.RCS messaging brings more features to cross-platform messaging.The RCS protocol, which stands for Rich Communication Services, brings some of the abilities of Messages to users who aren't on iPhones. It has also been adopted by other messaging apps, such as WhatsApp.As o... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple to increase Indonesia investment tenfold to appea... 19-11-24 03:12	AppleInsider News
Apple to increase Indonesia investment tenfold to appeal iPhone 16 ban Indonesia hasn't budged on Apple's $10 million investment offer to lift an iPhone 16 sales ban, so the company has reportedly increased its offer to $100 million.iPhone 16 has been banned from sale in IndonesiaIndonesia Ministry of Industry blocked Apple's ability to sell the iPhone 16 in the country after falling short of a $109.6 million commitment to invest. Apple reportedly offered an additional $10 million investment on November 5, but that appears to have not been enough to get the sales b... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
iPhone 17 Air could be Apple's thinnest iPhone yet, wit... 18-11-24 23:29	AppleInsider News
iPhone 17 Air could be Apple's thinnest iPhone yet, with a thickness of just 6mm The iPhone 17 range could introduce a redesigned iPhone with a thickness of just around 6mm, making it the thinnest iPhone ever. Here's what we know so far.The iPhone 17 Slim could be Apple's thinnest iPhone yet.Well before the release of the iPhone 16 range in September 2024, rumors of an iPhone 17 Slim or iPhone 17 Air started popping up.Apple reportedly wants to replace its existing Plus line with a redesigned iPhone 17 Slim, with a 6.6-inch display, ProMotion, and a single rear camera. The m... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple ending iCloud backup support for iOS 8 and earlie... 18-11-24 21:25	AppleInsider News
Apple ending iCloud backup support for iOS 8 and earlier on December 18 Owners of iPhones running on iOS 8 and earlier will soon lose the ability to use iCloud device backups, unless they update to iOS 9 or later.iCloud backup options in iOSAs a way to keep hold of your data, iCloud backups are extremely convenient to users, but it won't be usable by everyone. Apple has started to warn users of devices running on iOS 8 or earlier that it will stop working in one month's time.In a support document titled "How to keep your devices and data backed up in iOS 8 or earlie... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
tvOS 18.2 gains new Snoopy screensavers with latest dev... 18-11-24 20:40	AppleInsider News
tvOS 18.2 gains new Snoopy screensavers with latest developer beta With the latest developer beta of tvOS 18.2, Apple has finally added Snoopy-themed screensavers for Apple TV. Here's what you need to know.Snoopy-themed screensavers are now available with tvOS 18.2 developer beta 3.On Monday, the company released the third developer betas of visionOS 2.2 and tvOS 18.2. While the Apple Vision Pro software doesn't appear to have any noteworthy additions, the tvOS developer beta includes all-new screensavers.Subscribe to AppleInsider on YouTube{"@context":"https:/... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
DoorDash delivers convenience with Apple Reminders inte... 18-11-24 19:55	AppleInsider News
DoorDash delivers convenience with Apple Reminders integration DoorDash now lets you import grocery lists straight from Apple's Reminders app, making things a little less chaotic when trying to juggle holiday responsibilities.iPhone 15The new integration lets iOS users import their grocery lists from the Reminders app into DoorDash, automatically adding items to their shopping cart. For those without iOS, there's also the option to paste a list directly into the app.The update is part of a larger effort by DoorDash to make shopping more convenient for the ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple seeds third betas of tvOS 18.2 and visionOS 2.2 18-11-24 19:38	AppleInsider News
Apple seeds third betas of tvOS 18.2 and visionOS 2.2 Apple has handed out the third developer betas of tvOS 18.2 and visionOS 2.2 for testing, as a fourth general beta round looms.An Apple Vision Pro, which runs visionOS 2.2Monday's developer beta collection was unusual, as it consisted of just two. This time, tvOS and visionOS were the subjects for the latest testing by the Apple developer beta testing program.The third tvOS 18.2 beta build is number 22K5148a, while the third visionOS 2.2 build is 22N5794a. The second build of tvOS was issued on ... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »
Apple's new M4 MacBook Pro drops to record low $1,399 a... 18-11-24 18:49	AppleInsider News
Apple's new M4 MacBook Pro drops to record low $1,399 at Amazon An early Black Friday price war offers shoppers the lowest price on record for the Late 2024 M4 MacBook Pro 14-inch at Amazon and B&H.Grab the lowest price on record for the 2024 M4 MacBook Pro - Image credit: AppleThe $1,399 price at Amazon and B&H Photo is thanks to a cash discount on top of an on-page coupon at Amazon.com. And with the entry model now including 16GB of unified memory compared to last year's 8GB, the 2024 14-inch MacBook Pro offers additional value for the price.At press time,... Read the full article on AppleInsider News »

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