- newiPhone 16 Pro pre-orders begin slipping to October, here are the models most affected
Apple opened pre-orders for the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro this morning. As usual, if you weren’t among the first batch of buyers, you may want to make that purchase decision soon. September 20 is the official release day, but the most popular models have now slipped to October. Here’s what you should know. more…
- 2 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 7:06pm -
- new9to5Mac Daily: September 13, 2024 – iPhone 16 pre-orders and more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by iMazing 3: The world’s most trusted tool to manage Apple devices and transfer data from a Mac or PC. Try it now. more…
- 2 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 6:43pm -
- newiPad apps can be sold through third-party app stores in the EU from September 16
Apple has today announced that iPad apps can be sold through third-party app stores in the EU from September 16 It follows the introduction of alternative app store for iPhones within the bloc, and there are now five of these available … more…
- 3 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 6:00pm -
- newiPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro now available for pre-order, here’s what’s new
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro are here. Pre-orders for Apple’s latest flagship iPhones have officially opened, with the first orders slated to arrive to customers in one week on September 20.The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro pack many improvements, such as the all-new Camera Control button, the A18 chip, upgraded cameras, and more. more…
- 3 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 5:33pm -
- newApple is well on its way to making iPhones theft-proof
Apple’s latest theft-prevention measure went live for beta testers yesterday: Activation Lock for iPhone components.The move is likely to generate some controversy, as it introduces another barrier to DIY repairs using parts harvested from broken devices, but the company is also working on a solution to that … more…
- 4 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 5:10pm -
- newApple Store is down ahead of iPhone 16 preorders
The Apple Store is down, ahead of iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max preorders going live. ( and AirPods 4 are already available to order.)If you are looking to buy Apple’s shiny new gadgets, start refreshing the Apple Store at 5 AM PT, or in about six hours time. All the new iPhones, Watches and AirPods ship to customers beginning September 20. more…
- 9 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 11:32am -
- newApple brings Activation Lock to iPhone parts with iOS 18
Earlier this year, Apple announced some changes to its repair policies. Overall, the company has made it easier for users to repair their iPhone with genuine used parts. However, at the same time, Apple also announced that it would bring Activation Lock to iPhone parts. This new feature is now available and working in iOS 18. more…
- 14 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 7:13am -
- newApple touts iPhone 16 Pro and Apple Intelligence in new videos
On the eve of pre-orders beginning, Apple has shared three new videos showcasing iPhone 16 Pro with Apple Intelligence. The latest ads, which star English actor Bella Ramsey, tout Apple Intelligence features in the Mail app, Photos app, and Siri. more…
- 14 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 6:45am -
- newHow to prepare to preorder iPhone 16 (+ Torras Magnetic Ostand 360 Spin Case)
If you’re planning on picking up a new iPhone 16 model during pre-order day, the key is to have the smoothest and quickest checkout experience possible. With a ton of Apple users ordering at the same time tomorrow morning at 5:00 a.m. PDT (Sept. 13), just a few minutes can make a huge difference in how long it will take to actually receive your device. Head below for 9to5’s pre-order tips to get prepared for tomorrow’s launch. 9to5Mac’s iPhone PreOrder Hub is brought to you by T…
- 16 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 4:56am -
- newNetflix will no longer provide support for iPhones and iPads running iOS 16
After discontinuing its app for the third generation Apple TV, Netflix has just confirmed that it will soon end support for some old iPhones and iPads. More specifically, the company will no longer provide updates compatible with devices running iOS 16. more…
- 16 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 4:54am -
- newiPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4 event reactions
Benjamin and Chance react to Apple’s September event, with full coverage of all the announcements from the keynote, including thoughts on the new iPhone 16 lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation. We try to forget the AirPods Max.And in Happy Hour Plus, of all the new products, hear what Benjamin and Chance are excited to order for day one delivery. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’r…
- 16 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 4:36am -
- newThree reasons to wait for the iPhone 17 Air
Apple just announced the brand new iPhone 16 and 16 Pro lineup. Pre-orders are almost open, which means now is the time to make a buying decision. Should you upgrade, or wait another year? Let me provide three reasons for waiting until next year’s iPhone 17 Air arrives. more…
- 20 hours ago 13 Sep 24, 1:16am -
- new9to5Mac Daily: September 12, 2024 – AirPods 4 tidbits, iPhone 16 Pro and 5G
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by iMazing 3: The world’s most trusted tool to manage Apple devices and transfer data from a Mac or PC. Try it now. more…
- 22 hours ago 12 Sep 24, 11:16pm -
- newThe best iPhone 16 Pro accessories to get the most out of your new buy
iPhone 16 Pro pre-orders start tomorrow, and the device will be in users’ hands next week. There are a ton of great accessories already available to help you get the most out of your device. Key buys that unlock faster charging, cases designed for Camera Control, a host of USB-C peripherals, and more. Here are the best iPhone 16 Pro accessories to get ready for your new iPhone. more…
- 22 hours ago 12 Sep 24, 11:16pm -
- newPSA: Siri is currently not working for some users running iOS 18.1 beta
Apple will release iOS 18.0 next week to the public, but the company has also been running tests with iOS 18.1 beta – which will be released in October with the first set of Apple Intelligence tools. However, it seems that Siri has suddenly stopped working on and iPads running the latest beta of iOS 18.1. more…
- 23 hours ago 12 Sep 24, 10:17pm -
- newApple just got authorization for AirPods Pro 2’s hearing aid feature
Earlier this week, Apple announced a powerful new health feature coming to AirPods Pro 2: hearing aid. But curiously, the company shared that it had not yet received FDA authorization for this ‘clinical grade’ hearing aid mode. Assuming that would happen, though, the feature would arrive later this year. As of today, however, the FDA announced it has officially authorized Apple’s new feature. more…
- 23 hours ago 12 Sep 24, 9:44pm -
- newDeals: Black Apple Watch Ultra 2 up to $375 off with trade, M4 iPad Pro $200 off, Anker Find My trackers, and more
Alongside ongoing pre-order deals on Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4, today we are featuring a how-to so folks can land the new black Apple Watch Ultra 2 with a deal. While My Best Buy members can now score a straight up $50 price drop on Apple’s latest, with its elevated trade-in values you can actually score as much as $375 off your pre-order of the new satin black titanium Ultra 2 right now. From there, we spotted a another shot at scoring the 1TB M4 iPad Pro in the matching Space Bla…
- 24 hours ago 12 Sep 24, 9:18pm -
- newThis is the cutoff time for ensuring a fast iPhone 16 pre-order
Pre-orders for the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro open tomorrow. But if you want the fastest pre-ordering experience possible, you can walk through all the necessary shopping steps in advance via the Apple Store app. Here’s the cutoff time to prep your order in advance. more…
- 24 hours ago 12 Sep 24, 9:06pm -
- Flappy Bird is returning to the iPhone soon after 10-year absence
Flappy Bird, the beloved but short-lived App Store hit from 2013-2014, is coming back to the iPhone soon. Over 10 years after its developer pulled the game and disappointed a host of fans, the original game and its trademark have been turned over to new hands, sparking the coming re-release. more…
- 1 day ago 12 Sep 24, 8:08pm -
- Used iPhone sales up 28% as owners prep for iPhone 16 – with a big surprise
A new report says that used iPhone sales are up 28% on the same period last year as owners liberate funds for an iPhone 16 purchase, with the peak seen on the day after the keynote.The data suggests that the iPhone 16 is set to be a more popular upgrade than either the iPhone 14 or iPhone 15 – with one surprising twist … more…
- 1 day ago 12 Sep 24, 8:00pm -
- GAZEploit could work out Vision Pro user passwords from watching their avatars [Fixed]
Security researchers came up with a pretty wild Vision Pro exploit. Dubbed GAZEploit, it’s a method of working out the passwords of Vision Pro users by watching the eye movements of their avatars during video calls.They’ve put together a YouTube video (below) to demonstrate how tracking the avatar’s eye movements accurately detects the virtual keys the Vision Pro user is looking at when typing … more…
- 1 day ago 12 Sep 24, 7:12pm -
- Two years later, Ikea’s Diregera smart home hub finally supports Matter
It was May 2022 when Ikea proudly announced its Diregera hub, bringing Matter support to the company’s smart home line-up. Some two years later, and rather later than scheduled, that upgrade is finally available.But better late than never, as Matter support means that you can now control any compatible Ikea smart home product via Apple’s Home app … more…
- 1 day ago 12 Sep 24, 6:32pm -
- Using AirPods Pro 2 as a hearing aid is better than an over-the-counter dedicated device
When Apple issues the firmware upgrade needed to use AirPods Pro 2 as a hearing aid, it will put the company into direct competition with existing over-the-counter (OTC) products.Most OTC hearing aids offer Bluetooth headphone functionality, so a single device will serve both functions either way, but AirPods will offer two significant advantages … more…
- 1 day ago 12 Sep 24, 5:58pm -
- PSA: Apple trade-in online will value your iPhone at $0 if it has any damage
If you’re planning on using Apple trade-in to upgrade to an iPhone 16, you’ll want to quickly book it in for repair if it has any damage.As one of my fellow tech writers discovered, Apple doesn’t just deduct the necessary repair fee from the value of your device (which could cost as little as $29 if you have AppleCare) – the company instead declares your phone worthless in its online estimate … more…
- 1 day ago 12 Sep 24, 5:28pm -
- Apple shares first example image made by Apple Intelligence: Craig Federighi’s dog
Apart from some marketing materials, we have not yet seen Apple Intelligence image generation features in action. Image Playgrounds and Genmoji are not currently available in the iOS 18.1 Apple Intelligence betas; they are rumored to launch as part of the iOS 18.2 cycle later this year.However, Apple has today shared a real-world example with WIRED magazine. Pictured above, adorned with a AI watermark applied by WIRED, it depicts Apple SVP Craig Federighi’s dog. more…
- 1 day ago 12 Sep 24, 5:04pm -
- Apple Intelligence servers are really basic, says Craig Federighi – and that’s deliberate
Apple software SVP Craig Federighi says that the Private Cloud Compute servers used for Apple Intelligence features are really basic – and with good reason.The exec says it’s one of a number of decisions the company made to ensure that it’s AI cloud servers form a “hermetically sealed privacy bubble” with your iPhone … more…
- 1 day ago 12 Sep 24, 4:59pm -
- All iPhone 16 models support up to 45W of USB-C fast charging
According to a new certification from the China Quality Certification Centre, a regulatory body in China, all iPhone 16 models support up to 45W of wired fast charging through the USB-C port. more…
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 24, 8:36am -
- iPhone 16 Pro offers significantly faster 5G speeds thanks to new modem
The iPhone 16 Pro features an upgraded modem inside courtesy of Qualcomm, bringing several notable improvements. As detailed by SpeedSmart, the new iPhone 16 Pro offers an up to 26% faster boost in 5G download speeds thanks to its new Qualcomm Snapdragon X75 modem. more…
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 24, 4:41am -
- iPhone 16 has the same new privacy feature as the M4 iPad Pro
When Apple introduced the earlier this year, the company quietly added a new privacy feature to it, which is called “Secure Exclave.” Now the company is bringing the same new privacy technology to the iPhone 16 models, which are powered by the A18 chip. more…
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 24, 4:26am -
- AirPods 4 tidbits: Secret capacitive button, Vision Pro lossless
Historically, AirPods cases have always had a physical button on the back to initiate pairing with your iPhone. With the announced this week, however, Apple is switching things up. Instead of a physical pairing button, the AirPods 4 case has a hidden capacitive button that is used for pairing and resetting. more…
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 24, 3:54am -
- iOS 18.1 beta with Apple Intelligence now available for iPhone 16 models
Apple this week announced the new iPhone 16, and the new phones will come with iOS 18 installed. The update is also coming to previous iPhone models next week, but this first release doesn’t include Apple Intelligence features. For that, Apple is running tests with iOS 18.1 beta – and iPhone 16 users will be able to update to the beta from day one. more…
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 24, 3:31am -
- The iPhone 16 event surprises that left me frustrated
An Apple event is always full of potential. Even though rumors and leaks tend to leave very little ‘new’ remaining for event day, Apple still tends to offer some surprises. Maybe a new feature that no one knew about. Or a unique angle that a rumor didn’t quite get right. Unfortunately, with this week’s iPhone 16 launch, the event’s ‘surprises’ largely left me frustrated. more…
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 24, 1:20am -
- Apple says new iPhone 16 design makes battery replacements easier
The iPhone 16 features a new internal design that comes with a big benefit to repairability. Apple says the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus have been “reengineered” to make battery service easier and offer improved performance and thermals. more…
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 24, 1:14am -
- Faster USB 3 remains exclusive to Pro models in the iPhone 16 lineup
Apple last year finally ditched its proprietary Lightning connector in favor of the more modern and universal USB-C. However, only the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max benefited from the faster USB 3, while the non-Pro models still have USB 2 speeds. Unfortunately, this remains the case for this year’s models. more…
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 24, 1:00am -
- 9to5Mac Daily: September 11, 2024 – More iPhone 16 details, FineWoven
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by iMazing 3: The world’s most trusted tool to manage Apple devices and transfer data from a Mac or PC. Try it now. more…
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 24, 12:40am -
- iPhone 16 Camera Control is about to free up a lot of Action buttons
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro introduce a new Camera Control button. As I’m thinking about this physical hardware button, it occurs to me that I’m sort of getting an Action button for the first time — despite currently being an iPhone 15 Pro Max user. more…
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 24, 12:30am -
- Desert titanium is the shiny new iPhone 16 Pro color, but is it more gold or gray?
The iPhone 16 Pro is getting a new color: desert titanium. It’s the focus of all of Apple’s product marketing shots. But look closely and you may just wonder, like I have, what color ‘desert’ really is. From some angles desert titanium looks gold, while others make me think gray. So which is it? more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 11:14pm -
- Apple @ Work Podcast: Parallels Desktop turns 20!
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- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 10:37pm -
- Apps can now entice you to re-subscribe with special App Store offers
Apple has created a new way for developers to entice users back to their apps. Soon, you may start seeing special offers from subscription apps whose plans you’ve canceled. more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 9:55pm -
- Four advantages of the iPhone 16 over the iPhone 16 Pro
Trying to decide between an iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro? The 16 Pro is, on paper, a better device than the iPhone 16. It has several key advantages that are hard to argue with. However, it’s not better in every way. The iPhone 16 comes with its own unique strengths. Here are the top four reasons to choose an iPhone 16 over the 16 Pro. more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 9:30pm -
- Deals: Apple Watch Series 10 for $99 or AirPods 4 from $84 with elevated trade-in offers, chargers, and more
While pre-orders on the Apple Watch Series 10, black Apple Watch Ultra 2, AirPods 4, and more are now live, today we spotted some seriously notable ways to score some deals via trade-ins. Firstly Best Buy is offering $300 on good condition Series 9 (41mm and 45mm) against Series 10 pre-orders – that yields a price as low as $99 for Apple’s latest. This same kind of thing is available for AirPods 4 too – you can score $45 off your pre-order via AirPods 3 trade-ins, which delivers the low…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 9:22pm -
- iPhone 16’s A18 Pro chip is starting to match the M1 chip in new benchmarks
We got our first look at a Geekbench result from the iPhone 16 yesterday, with somewhat disappointing results. There was a decent improvement in single core performance, but the multi-core score was abnormal. However, today’s results paint a much more promising picture. more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 8:49pm -
- Just because you can charge your iPhone faster doesn’t mean you should
One of the upgrades coming to the iPhone 16 line-up is faster wireless charging, and you may be tempted to upgrade to a new MagSafe charger, coupled to a beefier charging brick, to take advantage of the 25W charging speed.But just because you can charge your phone faster doesn’t mean that you should … more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 7:47pm -
- Here’s how fast iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro will charge
With the iPhone 16 lineup this year, Apple is making changes to charging speeds. Most notably, there’s a big boost to fast charging speed for MagSafe charging. Here’s everything you need to know about iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro charging speeds… more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 7:25pm -
- AirPods hearing aid feature is going to challenge social norms, and company policies
Apple’s announcement about the upcoming AirPods hearing aid capability hasn’t just upset the share price of existing brands – it’s also likely to lead to some social norms being challenged.In addition, the uncertainty of whether someone wearing a pair of AirPods means that they either can or can’t hear you is likely to create some comedic moments … more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 7:08pm -
- How much heavier are the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max?
With the switch to titanium last year, Apple dramatically reduced the weight of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. This year, however, Apple has reversed some of that progress with the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, both of which have bigger screens. more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 6:34pm -
- Meta scraped all public Facebook and Instagram posts since 2007 for AI training
Meta has admitted to scraping all public Facebook and Instagram posts made since 2007 in order to train its generative AI model, adding to the privacy contrast with Apple Intelligence.While the admission was made during a public enquiry in Australia, the company’s statement applies globally … more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 5:47pm -
- OLED MacBook Pro ‘highly likely’ to launch in 2026 – consensus view [U]
Tech analyst Omdia said back in May that Apple is “highly likely” to launch its first OLED MacBook Pro models in 2026, despite some reports that the switch would happen in 2025.Two more analysts have now expressed the same opinion, stating that Apple will stick to mini-LED screens for next year’s models … more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 5:12pm -
- AirPods Pro hearing aid upgrade hits stocks of major brands
Apple’s announcement of the new AirPods Pro hearing aid feature has triggered a fall in the stock value of major standalone hearing aid brands.The Cupertino company had long been expected to add hearing aid features to AirPods, and Monday’s event revealed the details … more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 5:01pm -
- AT&T ‘free’ iPhone 16 Pro offer requires $2,735 spend over three years
An AT&T ‘free’ iPhone 16 promo invites both new and existing customers to “get the new iPhone 16 Pro, on us, with eligible trade-in, guaranteed.”As is usual with such offers, however, the headline giveth and the small print taketh away – with two big catches … more…
- 2 days ago 11 Sep 24, 4:33pm -
- Apple will give users the option to stay on iOS 17 and get security patches
Apple has already confirmed that it will release iOS 18 to the public next week, on September 16. The update brings a lot of new features, but some users may not want to install it right away to avoid bugs and compatibility issues with important apps. Because of this, Apple will let users stay on iOS 17 and get security patches. more…
- 3 days ago 11 Sep 24, 5:24am -
- Developers can now submit iOS 18-ready apps to the App Store
As the official launch of iOS 18 approaches, Apple is now inviting developers to submit their new apps or updates ready for the next versions of the company’s systems. This also includes watchOS 11 and macOS Sequoia, which are coming next week. more…
- 3 days ago 11 Sep 24, 2:41am -
- Here are all the iPhone 16 features that won’t be ready at launch
Apple announced a feature-packed iPhone 16 lineup. There are new A18 chips, larger Pro displays, Camera Control, better battery life, Apple Intelligence, Visual Intelligence, and a lot more. But more so than ever before, a variety of new iPhone features won’t be available at launch. Here are all the new features that will be missing when the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 arrive next week. more…
- 3 days ago 11 Sep 24, 2:26am -
- 9to5Mac Daily: September 10, 2024 – iPhone lineup changes, new AirPods Pro features
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by iMazing 3: The world’s most trusted tool to manage Apple devices and transfer data from a Mac or PC. Try it now. more…
- 3 days ago 11 Sep 24, 1:53am -
- First Geekbench result shows how much faster the iPhone 16’s A18 chip is
A new round of iPhones means a new round of Apple Silicon benchmarks, and we’ve just gotten our first look at a Geekbench result for the A18 chip, showcasing modest performance gains. more…
- 3 days ago 11 Sep 24, 12:53am -
- New AirPods Max with USB-C have exactly the same hardware as the original model
Apple introduced AirPods Max in 2020, and the company’s premium headphones have gone almost four years without an update. On Monday, Apple finally announced some news for AirPods Max – but unfortunately, it’s not all that exciting. That’s because the “new” USB-C AirPods Max have pretty much the same hardware as the original version. more…
- 3 days ago 11 Sep 24, 12:35am -
- AirPods Pro offer 2x better noise cancellation than new AirPods 4
Apple unveiled its all-new AirPods 4 lineup yesterday, including the introduction of a new version with Active Noise Cancellation. If you’ve been considering switching from AirPods Pro to AirPods 4, however, there’s a key difference to keep in mind: AirPods Pro still offer much better noise cancellation. more…
- 3 days ago 11 Sep 24, 12:26am -
- Apple releases new AirPods Pro firmware ahead of next week’s iOS 18 launch
Apple is rolling out a new firmware version to AirPods Pro (2nd generation). The new firmware comes ahead of iOS 18 being released next week, which will bring multiple new features to AirPods Pro. Your AirPods Pro will update themselves when charging and within Bluetooth range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac connected to Wi-Fi. more…
- 3 days ago 11 Sep 24, 12:03am -
- Apple just made AirPods Max a bigger status symbol, for better or worse
Apple’s AirPods Max announcement yesterday was disappointing, to say the least. Ahead of the big event, AirPods Max 2 were widely expected to be released. Instead, we got the same old AirPods Max in new colors, and with USB-C. For better or worse, the announcement makes AirPods Max a bigger status symbol than ever. Here’s why. more…
- 3 days ago 10 Sep 24, 11:46pm -
- Google rolls out Tab Groups to Chrome for iPhone and iPad
Chrome Tab Groups can already be saved across signed-in desktops, but Google will soon sync them with your mobile devices. Meanwhile, Tabs Groups are now available on iOS. more…
- 3 days ago 10 Sep 24, 10:06pm -