The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newApple Introduces New Mini App Partner Program With 15% Fee
  Apple has announced a new Mini App Partner Program, giving developers a way to use Apple’s payment system for Mini Apps that run inside major platforms such as WeChat. The move expands Apple’s reach into a fast-growing category that has operated outside the App Store’s traditional rules. Mini Apps are small games or services that […]
  - 2 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 5:00pm -
• newApple Extends Holiday Return Window for Shoppers
  As holiday shopping ramps up, Apple has introduced a longer return window for customers who buy gifts ahead of Christmas. The extended policy gives buyers more flexibility during one of the busiest seasons of the year. The updated rules apply to most items purchased between November 12 and December 25, offering returns through January 8. […]
  - 2 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 4:34pm -
• newApple Stores Embrace Holiday Decor—But No Christmas Deals Yet
  Apple has officially kicked off the holiday season with a full festive makeover of its online and retail stores. Users first noticed the change on November 3, 2025, when Apple launched its Christmas Tree project for UK iPad owners. Now, holiday-themed visuals have appeared across the online Apple Store and at select physical locations. The […]
  - 4 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 3:06pm -
• iOS 26.2 Beta 2 Brings Visual and Game Updates
  Apple has rolled out iOS 26.2 beta 2 for developers, introducing a handful of updates that refine both design and functionality. While not a major overhaul, this version enhances the user experience through smoother animations and minor visual adjustments. One of the key updates is an expansion of Apple’s “Liquid Glass” design language, now featured […]
  - 1 day ago 13 Nov 25, 6:05pm -
• Apple Website Error Drops M1 Mac Support Briefly
  Apple users were briefly puzzled when the company’s website appeared to remove M1 Mac support for Apple Intelligence, its new AI-powered software suite. The U.S. version of the product page listed only “M2 and later” Macs as compatible, clashing with Apple’s earlier announcements. The update implied that MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, and Mac mini […]
  - 1 day ago 13 Nov 25, 5:23pm -
• Apple Vision Pro Now Supports Sony’s PSVR2 Controllers
  Apple has added official support for Sony’s PlayStation VR2 (PSVR2) Sense controllers to its Vision Pro headset, giving users a new level of precision and control. The feature comes with visionOS 26, marking another step forward in Apple’s efforts to attract gamers to its platform. The PSVR2 controllers, originally exclusive to PlayStation 5, are now […]
  - 1 day ago 13 Nov 25, 4:38pm -
• Apple Invites Update Lets Guests Specify Adults and Kids Attending
  Apple has rolled out a practical update for its Invites app, allowing users to specify the number of adults and children attending an event. The new feature, part of version 1.6, aims to make event planning easier as families prepare for the festive season. Until now, guests could only confirm whether they planned to attend […]
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 1:48pm -
• Epic Games Launcher Finally Adds Native Apple Silicon Support
  After years of delay, Epic Games has finally released a native version of its Epic Games Launcher for Apple Silicon Macs. The update arrives five years after Apple’s first M1 Mac and marks the end of Epic’s dependence on Rosetta 2, Apple’s Intel-to-ARM translation software. The new version 19 of the launcher, released quietly in […]
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 1:39pm -
• Apple Expands Emergency SOS via Satellite to Mexico
  Apple has officially launched its Emergency SOS via Satellite feature in Mexico, expanding its life-saving technology to more users in regions with limited cell coverage. The feature is now available for iPhone 14 and later models, as well as the Apple Watch Ultra 3, marking another step in Apple’s global emergency response rollout. Initially launched […]
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 1:21pm -
• How Apple’s iPod Changed Music Forever
  When Apple released the first iPod on November 10, 2001, it didn’t just create a new gadget — it changed how the world listened to music. The sleek device could store 1,000 songs, a groundbreaking achievement at the time. Though it required a Mac and cost $399, the iPod’s simplicity and portability captured the imagination […]
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 25, 2:58pm -

Apple Insider

• newiPod Sock reborn, Apple Vision Pro carrier aviation, and the fate of iPhone Air 2 on the AppleInsider Podcast
  On this week's AppleInsider Podcast, your hosts discuss the privacy implications of smart glasses, the spiritual successor to the iPod Sock, the misreported death of iPhone Air 2, watching jets take off in Apple Vision Pro, and more!Apple's latest Immersive Video takes us to the USS NimitzApple has launched its new digital passport feature for Apple Wallet, so the hosts discuss what else they'd like to see go digital in AppleInsider+. Though, one thing that won't be joining their EDC is Apple's…
  - 41 mins ago 14 Nov 25, 6:09pm -
• newInside Homebrew: How to get the best open source software on Mac, for free
  Homebrew is the best source for open source software yet, and makes installation easy. Here's what Homebrew is, how it works, and how to use a graphical interface with the service to make it even easier.Homebrew on MacBefore Homebrew came along, the Mac was polished on the outside and messy underneath. Installing software meant dragging icons or unpacking files by hand, and the command line was something most users avoided.Developers knew macOS had real Unix power hidden inside, but Apple never…
  - 2 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 5:09pm -
• newApple & OpenAI must face baseless xAI lawsuit about alleged anticompetitive collusion
  Elon Musk wasn't happy with how xAI was performing in Apple's App Store compared to ChatGPT, so he filed a lawsuit, which Apple and OpenAI must now face after failing to get it dismissed.Elon Musk wants Apple's help to make Grok more popularThere are a lot of odd details surrounding a case that pits Elon Musk and former business partner Sam Altman against each other — with Apple trapped in the middle. Musk's xAI developed Grok to compete with ChatGPT, but it has fallen short with a highly bias…
  - 11 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 8:04am -
• newAmazon unveils $18 Apple AirTag deal, the lowest price ever
  The lowest AirTag price on record is in effect now, making it a perfect time to pick one up for holiday travel or as an affordable stocking stuffer.Get the lowest price ever on Apple's AirTag at Amazon.The $18 deal at Amazon reflects a 38% discount off retail on the Apple AirTag and delivers a new record low price on the single pack.Get the $18 AirTag deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 11 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 7:37am -
• newTerraMaster F2-425 2-bay NAS review: Features beyond its bay count
  The TerraMaster F2-425 may be a two-bay NAS, but it offers the functionality of bigger and more premium models on the market.TerraMaster F2-425 2-Bay NASThe typical expectation for a prosumer NAS is for it to provide extra features beyond data storage. They're also usually premium models, and often have space for a lot of drives, which can get expensive quickly.You can get NAS devices with far fewer drives to save money initially, but they also tend to be more limited in terms of features. They…
  - 12 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 7:10am -
• newAirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, & AirPods 4 receive new firmware update
  Firmware updates for the AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods 4 have been deployed, though there are currently no details about the update's contents.Apple has released firmware updates for the AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods 4.On Thursday, following the release of iOS 26.2 beta 2, Apple issued a firmware update for its more recent AirPods and AirPods Pro models.For the AirPods Pro 3, the firmware update changes the build number to 8B25, whereas the AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 can…
  - 14 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 4:29am -
• newApple TV subscribers will get Major League Soccer games for free in 2026
  Fans of Major League Soccer will no longer need an MLS Season Pass to watch games in 2026, as Apple has decided to make MLS content free for Apple TV subscribers.Apple TV subscribers will gain access to MLS games at no extra cost, starting in 2026.Following the publication of a rumor earlier on Thursday, Apple has now confirmed that users with an Apple TV subscription will gain access to MLS games at no additional charge in 2026.Apple TV subscribers will be able to watch regular-season matches,…
  - 15 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 3:44am -
• newKensington's latest docks tap full Thunderbolt 5 power on supported M4 Macs
  Kensington's new Thunderbolt 5 docks give Apple Silicon users a way to tap Thunderbolt 5's full bandwidth.Kensington has new Thunderbolt 5 docksThunderbolt 5 doubles the baseline bandwidth of Thunderbolt 4 and reaches 80 Gbps under normal operation. It also supports a higher peak mode that helps with video-heavy workloads.Apple and Intel launched Thunderbolt 5 for fast storage and high-resolution displays. Kensington is among the first major accessory makers to release docks using the full spec.…
  - 16 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 3:06am -
• newApple Store app gets Liquid Glass overhaul and a new icon
  The Apple Store application has been updated to utilize the Liquid Glass material Apple introduced with iOS 26.The Apple Store app now has a Liquid Glass app icon.On Thursday, following the release of iOS 26.2 beta 2, the official Apple Store iOS app received a design refresh. With a new icon and revamped user interface, the application no longer looks out of place on a modern iPhone.To be more specific, the Apple Store app now takes advantage of the controversial Liquid Glass design language, o…
  - 16 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 3:01am -
• newApple may ditch MLS Season Pass, make games free to Apple TV subscribers
  Major League Soccer fans will reportedly not need an Apple MLS Season pass to watch in 2026, which would allow an Apple TV subscriber to enjoy games without paying extra.MLS on Apple TVAccording to a report on Thursday by ESPN, Apple TV viewers will be able to watch regular-season matches, Leagues Cup games, the MLS All-Star Game, the Campeones Cup and MLS Cup Playoffs for no additional charge. The Disney-owned troubled sports broadcasting network cites unnamed sources.As of November 13, 2025, s…
  - 18 hours ago 14 Nov 25, 12:33am -

• newApple launches new Mini App Partner Program
  Following Apple's moves to get much more cash from apps embedded in China's WeChat, the company has issued a Mini Apps program for the App Store worldwide.Mini Apps within WeChat can now get Apple to handle their payment processing, for a feeA Mini App is a game or any other small app that isn't sold on its own, but instead is accessed via a so-called super-app. In theory this could be any super-app, and Elon Musk wants to turn Twitter into one, but in practice it means China's WeChat. Up to now…
  - 19 hours ago 13 Nov 25, 11:46pm -
• newApple is about to get a financial windfall from China WeChat Mini users
  After decades of complaints about it, Apple will finally get a commission from in-app purchases made from iPhone Games distributed via WeChat — the massive Chinese social media app owned by Tencent.WeChat on iPhoneApple has its own store on Tencent's WeChat, and the two companies have previously agreed terms over users abilities to send money to one another as tips. However, the issue is that WeChat works as a single, enormous, multi-function super-app.Where US users are used to buying individ…
  - 19 hours ago 13 Nov 25, 11:44pm -
• newTesla may be looking to Apple CarPlay to boost flagging sales
  After years of refusing to add its most-requested feature, CarPlay, Tesla may finally be caving.Tesla has so far refused to add CarPlay support Credit: AppleBloomberg reports that Tesla is developing support for CarPlay, citing people familiar with the matter. To date, Tesla vehicles have shipped with the company's own software and support for select third-party apps.Despite Tesla's infotainment system being among the better options, drivers have long said that they would like to be able to use…
  - 20 hours ago 13 Nov 25, 10:53pm -
• newSatechi OntheGo 7 in 1 Adapter delivers portable HDMI, SD, Ethernet, and power
  Satechi's latest OntheGo 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter is a compact USB-C hub for iPhone, iPad, and Mac that blends port expansion with MagSafe convenience.Satechi releases a new adapter for Apple devicesOn Thursday, Satechi expanded its OntheGo lineup with a new 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter. The device is small enough to fit in your palm yet offers the functionality of a desktop dock.The new device is about the size of a hockey puck and the company says that it's lighter than a deck of cards. The adapte…
  - 20 hours ago 13 Nov 25, 10:30pm -
• newUK refuses Apple's request to appeal $2 billion App Store ruling
  The UK's Competition Appeals Tribunal has refused to grant Apple an appeal against the ruling that saw it required to pay App Store users $2 billion, but the case is not over.Big Ben's clocktower - Image Credit: Amar Saleem/PexelsApple has been in court for a hearing with the Competition Appeals Tribunal (CAT), where it was seeking permission to pursue an appeal with the tribunal. CAT has now refused that appeal, saying that in its judgement Apple's arguments do not have any reasonable chance of…
  - 21 hours ago 13 Nov 25, 10:13pm -
• newFire hazard prompts recall of three Belkin power bank and stand models
  Belkin has issued a recall of three of its portable power banks and wireless charging stands due to faulty lithium ion batteries. Here's how to see if your unit is impacted, and what to do if you have a recalled model.Belkin issues a recall for some productsBelkin's notice covers roughly 83,500 units in the United States and another 2,385 in Canada. The chargers were sold between August 2020 and August 2025 at major retailers like Best Buy, Target, Walmart, Amazon, and Belkin's own website.Regul…
  - 22 hours ago 13 Nov 25, 9:04pm -
• newAdobe's Black Friday deal on Creative Cloud Pro is live, save up to 70%
  Adobe's Black Friday deal is live, and you can save up to 70% on Creative Cloud Pro for individuals, teams, students, and teachers.Save up to 70% on Creative Cloud with Adobe Black Friday deals - Image credit: AdobeAdobe's Creative Cloud Pro comprises a comprehensive suite of over 20 tools utilized by professional creatives, including photographers, videographers, and developers.Photographers and artists can utilize Photoshop and Lightroom on Mac in the office or studio — and enjoy iOS and iPa…
  - 22 hours ago 13 Nov 25, 8:54pm -
• newClaim that iPhone 16e 'failed' Apple's cheaper lineup plan is ridiculous
  A leaker says that Apple's iPhone 16e failed due to poor sales, but the claim doesn't stand up to the slightest scrutiny, and ignores launch sequencing and timing.The iPhone 16e might have sold poorly.Writing on Weibo, a Chinese social network, "Fixed Focus Digital" says that Apple's attempt to "lower prices for iPhones failed." Despite that, they also note that Apple intends to continue with plans to release the iPhone 17e.It's expected that Apple will stick to its spring release schedule for t…
  - 23 hours ago 13 Nov 25, 7:27pm -
• newApple is trying to get permission to appeal UK $2 billion App Store ruling
  Apple is in court in the UK, arguing for why it should be allowed to appeal the lawsuit that saw it hit with a $2 billion fine for alleged App Store anti-competitive practices.The original case was filed in 2021, then finally went to trial in January 2025. In October 2025, the UK's Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) found unanimously in favor of the complaint that Apple's App Store pricing is unfair.Under UK law, Apple cannot immediately appeal the ruling. It must first seek permission from CAT,…
  - 24 hours ago 13 Nov 25, 7:14pm -
• Apple Stores extend return policy into January for holiday buyers
  Apple has announced that it has extended its returns window for the holiday season, meaning that most customers have up to early January for purchases made up to Christmas Day.If you don't like the iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange, you can take it back — subject to certain conditionsJust as it has in previous years, Apple has extended its terms and conditions for returning purchases. Alongside its redressing of the Apple Store with Christmas decorations, it has introduced this temporary extensio…
  - 1 day ago 13 Nov 25, 6:01pm -
• Christmas starts early online and at Apple Stores worldwide
  Apple has revamped the look of its online Apple Store to get into the Christmas spirit, and retail stores are being updated to match.Apple Omotesando in Tokyo has the new holiday decorations — image credit: Nao on TwitterApple began the holiday season for some users back on November 3, 2025, when it launched its UK-only Christmas Tree project. Now it has re-skinned the online Apple Store, while physical stores are being redressed with holiday decorations."Give something special," says Apple on…
  - 1 day ago 13 Nov 25, 5:42pm -
• New in iOS 26.2 beta 2: Liquid Glass tweaks, Games app changes, more
  The second developer beta of iOS 26.2 has arrived with changes to system animations and updates for the Games app. Here's what's new.The second developer beta of iOS 26.2 is now available for download.On Wednesday, more than a week after the debut of the first developer beta, Apple deployed iOS 26.2 developer beta 2. The iOS software update has the build number 23C5033g, up from 23C5027f.As a whole, iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 brought a multitude of changes, including Apple's controversial "Liquid Glas…
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 25, 4:35am -
• Belkin UltraCharge Pro review: Apple exclusive 25W charging for iPhone & Apple Watch
  On Wednesday, Belkin expanded its 25W Qi2.2 iPhone charging lineup with a new, Apple-exclusive 3-in-1 model that looks clean and elegant on a desk, counter, or nightstand.Belkin UltraCharge Pro review: Fast charging for iPhone, AirPods, and Apple WatchWith the release of the Qi2.2 standard, Belkin was the very first company to launch a compatible charger. Now, Belkin is introducing another, making it the fourth such 25W model from the brand.The new UltraCharge Pro is a 3-in-1 luxe desktop charge…
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 25, 3:23am -
• Second developer betas of iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2 now available for testing
  Apple has moved on to the second round of developer betas for the current testing generation, with fresh builds of iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, watchOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2, visionOS 26.2, and macOS Tahoe 26.2 available for testing.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleThe second round of beta tests follow the first batch, which for iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, watchOs 26.2, visionOS 26.2, and tvOS 26.2 landed on November 4. The first developer beta for macOS T…
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 25, 2:46am -
• Jason Momoa & Kurt Sutter steer Apple TV toward darker prestige drama with 'Nomad'
  Apple TV is getting a little dirt on its hands with "Nomad," a violent outlaw-biker saga from Jason Momoa and "Sons of Anarchy" creator Kurt Sutter.Jason MomoaApple has built a lineup that has grown grittier over the past two years, and Nomad looks like its boldest move yet. The New Zealand-set series will follow a warrior torn between two families in the violent underworld of outlaw bikers.It's co-created by Sutter and Chris Collins, whose credits include John Wick: Chapter 3, The Man in the Hi…
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 25, 1:38am -
• How to use an iPhone to take pictures of the Aurora Borealis
  The Aurora Borealis will be visible across most of the US and Canada on November 12. Here's how to get the perfect picture using your iPhone.The iPhone is pretty good at night sky photography now (Simulated image)The Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, is a light display caused by charged particles from the sun hitting the upper atmosphere of the Earth. The result is a colorful light show around the North Pole.However, a geomagnetic storm has magnified the effect, making it visib…
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 25, 12:09am -
• Passports on iPhone arrive with new Digital ID feature
  Apple's new Digital ID uses information from a U.S. passport and hosts it on the iPhone securely, providing a new way for users to prove their identity to the TSA.Apple Digital ID - Image Credit: AppleThe Apple Wallet has included the capability to add a driving license for identity purposes for some time. However, on Wednesday, Apple extended the functionality so you can do it with passports too.Marketed by Apple as Digital ID, the newly-launched feature lets users create an ID in Apple Wallet,…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 10:54pm -
• B&H's early Black Friday Apple deals start at just $25.99
  B&H's early Bird Holiday Sale is in effect now, with over 160 featured Apple deals to choose from.Apple deals start from just $25.99 during B&H Holiday Head Start Sale - Image credit: AppleA family-owned electronics retailer that's been in business since 1973, B&H Photo offers personalized service and competitive prices. And during its Early Bird Holiday Deals bonanza, shoppers can save hundreds on Apple hardware, along with price cuts on accessories, digital cameras, and more.Save up to $500 at…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 10:17pm -
• OWC's Helios 5S adds PCI-E to Thunderbolt 5 Macs
  With support for PCIe 4.0 cards, triple 8K displays, and speeds rivaling internal storage, OWC's new expansion chassis brings workstation power to Apple's smallest desktops.OWC Helios 5SOWC has launched the Mercury Helios 5S, a new PCIe expansion chassis that taps the speed of Thunderbolt 5. Starting at $329.99, it delivers up to 6,000 MB/s of device bandwidth and adds pro-grade PCIe card support to Apple's latest M-series desktops.The Mercury Helios 5S gives users of the Mac Studio, Mac mini, o…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 10:14pm -
• EU developers don't pass on App Store fee savings to users
  The main reason the Digital Markets Act exists according to the European Union is to lower costs for consumers. For App Store customers, developers didn't bother to cut prices.An EU flag with the App Store logoThe Digital Markets Act (DMA) is how the European Union (EU) and its European Commission (EC) were able to fine Apple $570 million over allegedly treating consumers unfairly. It's how the EU could fine the company $2 billion for purportedly abusing its monopoly position and again doing so…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 9:34pm -
• OWC StudioStack expands Mac Studio storage without a larger footprint
  The new OWC StudioStack brings SSD speeds close to Apple's fastest to Macs, pairing a Thunderbolt 5 hub with up to 32TB of storage.OWC has a new Thunderbolt 5 enclosureThe OWC StudioStack is the latest in the line of storage that fits underneath a pre-M4 redesign Mac mini or Mac Studio, and expands the storage and port options of Apple's desktop Macs, especially the Mac Studio and Mac mini. It connects through Thunderbolt 5 but is backward compatible with Thunderbolt 4 and Thunderbolt 3 systems.…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 8:48pm -
• iPhone 18 Pro Max may be the heaviest iPhone ever made
  Apple's update to the iPhone 18 Pro Max could make it thicker and the heaviest iPhone ever, if a Weibo leaker is to be believed.iPhone 17 Pro MaxWhile Apple does prefer to make major design changes to products on a periodic basis, it does often make smaller tweaks to the design. If a Wednesday post by a well-known leaker is true, we could end up with the heaviest iPhone Apple has ever produced.According to Instant Digital on Weibo, Apple won't be making the next iteration of the iPhone 18 Pro Ma…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 8:18pm -
• iPhone Fold: All the rumors about Apple's first foldable, and what it might look like
  Signs of an iPhone Fold have been floating around for well over a decade, but the device could finally debut in 2026 or 2027. Here's what the rumor mill has to say about it, and what the phone might look like.Apple's foldable iPhone could debut in 2026 or 2027.While 2025 saw the release of the ultra-thin iPhone Air, the year ahead could prove even more interesting. Multiple sources and reports over the years have said that Apple was working on products with foldable displays, the first of which…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 7:34pm -
• Apple Intelligence website mistake wipes away M1 Mac support
  An Apple website has been changed to say M1 Macs don't support Apple Intelligence, in what is almost certainly a mistake and not a sudden change in device support policy.The old Mac mini design used by the M1 model. Apple Intelligence is a software feature that works on all Apple Silicon chips, including all M-series variants that have been released so far. However, while Apple will eventually drop support for earlier chips, it appears on one Apple webpage to have happened far earlier than expec…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 6:41pm -
• Leaker backtracks: iPhone Air not canceled, is getting two cameras instead
  A questionable report claiming that Apple had dropped plans for a 2026 iPhone Air update have been partially walked back, just as we predicted.iPhone AirMaybe there is a little bit of we-told-you-so, but really this yet another lesson in taking one piece of information and making the wrong molehill out of it. On November 10, 2025, The Information reported that multiple sources said Apple had removed the iPhone Air from the 2026 schedule.Now the publication has found other multiple sources, who a…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 25, 5:40pm -
• You can now buy Sony's VR controllers for the Apple Vision Pro
  Owners of the Apple Vision Pro can now buy the PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers from Apple directly, giving them a way to play games on Apple's headset.PSVR2 controllers work with Apple Vision ProAs part of its update to visionOS 26, Apple added support for the PlayStation VR2 (PSVR2) Sense controllers to the Apple Vision Pro. Following its release, Apple is now selling the PSVR2 Sense controllers in the online store.The Apple Vision Pro proved that headsets can work using gestures and don't ne…
  - 3 days ago 12 Nov 25, 4:57am -
• Apple Invites now lets attendees say how many kids will be at the party
  Apple Invites will now allow attendees to say how many adults and children will be turning up, a change that comes just in time for holiday parties.Apple InvitesOn Tuesday, Apple shared an update for Apple Invites, bringing a new feature to the event management app. While previously a person could indicate if they were attending an event, users can now provide a bit more detail.Tuesday's update to version 1.6 allows guests invited to an event to say how many people will be attending, including h…
  - 3 days ago 12 Nov 25, 2:47am -
• Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Pro is down to the lowest price ever at Amazon
  The new M5 MacBook Pro with 1TB of storage is now available at the lowest price ever on Amazon, thanks to early Black Friday savings.Grab the lowest price ever on Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Pro.A top release in the laptop category on Amazon, this deal shaves $141 off MSRP on the brand-new M5 MacBook Pro with a bump up to 1TB of storage.Buy 1TB M5 MacBook Pro for $1,658 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 12 Nov 25, 2:29am -
• Late to the party: Epic Games Launcher is finally Apple Silicon native
  As Apple starts to close the door on Intel code support on the Mac, the Epic Games Launcher for macOS has added native support for Apple Silicon. Finally.Epic Games Store logoIt's been five years since Apple Silicon Macs shipped, five and a half years since the migration was announced at WWDC, and about 10 years since the first rumors of ARM Macs. Epic finally got the memo.The Epic Games Store is arguably more well known for being on iOS in Europe as an alternative to the App Store than being a…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 25, 11:31pm -
• Launch in an F-18 from the USS Nimitz in the new Apple Vision Pro immersive experience
  Apple has launched a new immersive experience for the Apple Vision Pro, taking viewers to the flight deck of a US carrier, and flying alongside its pilots.Detail from Apple's poster for "Flight Ready" — image credit: AppleJust days after it was reported that there would be more immersive experiences for the Apple Vision Pro, Apple has released one. Called "Flight Ready," it has been launched to mark Veterans' Day.As first spotted by 9to5mac, it is a 14-minute film that centers on the USS Nimit…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 25, 11:25pm -
• Emergency SOS via Satellite comes to Mexico
  Apple has rolled out its Emergency SOS via Satellite to Mexico, for users of the iPhone 14 or later, and the Apple Watch Ultra 3.Emergency SOS via Satellite is now available in Mexico - image credit Apple:Apple launched its emergency satellite system back in 2022, initially for the US and Canada only. By December 2022, it was available in Europe, and by 2023, it was rolling out across Australia and New Zealand.It's the feature that means iPhone users can contact emergency services when they nee…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 25, 10:42pm -
• Nomad Tracking Card Pro review: Find My mixed with Apple Card aesthetics
  On November 11, Nomad debuted its latest Find My-enabled accessory, the Tracking Card Pro. With a sleek new design and impressive battery life, it works hard to earn its name as a premium tracker.Nomad Tracking Card Pro review: A new premium Find My trackerIt took Nomad years to make a MagSafe wallet — and they're known for wallets. Nobody can call the company timely.Despite many other wallet-style tracking cards with Apple Find My now available, Nomad was also late to the party when it first…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 25, 10:33pm -
• Apple could make game controller that magnetically attaches to iPhone
  Apple Arcade games could be played in the future by using console-like game controllers that magnetically snap on to the sides of an iPhone or iPad.Mockup of adding a game controller to an iPhonePlenty of Apple Arcade games are either made to be played with a game controller, or just work better with one. Currently your best option is to just buy a separate controller, although there are products such as the Backbone One.That $99 device takes the left and right side of a familiar-looking game co…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 25, 9:53pm -
• Streaming live sports to Apple Vision Pro is a pipe dream a startup cannot easily solve
  Earlier in 2025, a startup reached out to us about a its 3D sports streaming startup for Apple Vision Pro. The grim reality of money, licensing, plus tech limitations of streaming 3D live sports makes it almost impossible for a startup to solve.Watching sports on Apple Vision Pro still has a way to go to be viable - Image Credit: PixabaySince its launch, the Apple Vision Pro has been about giving users an experience. Whether it's looking around a spaceship or an Immersive Video on a submarine, o…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 25, 8:42pm -
• Amazon's $159.99 Apple Watch deal ends tonight
  Today is the last day to pick up an Apple Watch SE 2 for $159.99 on Amazon, as the early Black Friday deal is set to end tonight.Save $90 on the Apple Watch SE 2 today only.Amazon is blowing out Apple Watch SE 2 inventory ahead of Black Friday, and the $159.99 price delivers a $90 discount off MSRP. This 40mm model has GPS functionality and a Midnight Aluminum Case and S/M Midnight Sport Band. Features include sleep tracking, high and low heart rate notifications, cycle tracking, and more.Buy Ap…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 25, 8:37pm -
• iPhone 18 Pro may lose the two-tone look in 2026
  The iPhone 18 Pro may have a more uniform appearance at the back than the iPhone 17 Pro, as a leaker claims a change in processing the rear glass will lose the two-tone effect.An orange iPhone 17 Pro Max. The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max underwent a major overhaul in the fall, combining an aluminum casing with a glass cutout section. While Apple does color-match the two materials fairly well, there is still a distinct difference in how the two appear.This may not necessarily be as apparen…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 25, 6:54pm -
• 'Fallen Astronaut' book snatched up by Apple TV ahead of auction
  Apple TV has reportedly paid a six-figure sum to secure the rights to a high technology novel before it even found a publisher.Apple TVBefore any book reaches the shelves, it has already been considered for a movie or TV series. In this case, J S Mayank and David Carlyle's "Fallen Astronaut" was a manuscript without a publication deal, until Apple stepped in with a high six-figure offer.According to Deadline, the manuscript was being circulated to book publishers in early November 2025. It was a…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 25, 5:53pm -
• How to backup your iPhone or iPad
  It's not enough to just let your iPhone back up to iCloud, not when you need to be sure you won't lose anything important. Here are your options for backing up iOS devices.Steve Jobs once made a point of telling an audience that he hadn't backed up in all the years he had been at NeXT. However, that wasn't because backing up is unimportant. It was because it was so important that every NeXT employee's data was automatically backed up for them.Maybe Jobs brought that ethos to Apple, because the c…
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• How to compress folders on iPad to save on storage space
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