9to5 Mac Apple News

• new9to5Mac Daily: June 14, 2021 – Beats Studio Buds, Apple Watch Series 7 rumor
  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 WALTR PRO for Mac: Make it easy to transfer virtually any file (in any format) to your iPhone, iPad, iPod and now, HomePod. Get 30% off now. more…The post 9to5Mac Daily: June 14, 2021 – Beats Studio Buds, Apple Watch Series 7 rumor appeared firs…
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• newConcept Part 1: What we’d like to see next year in iOS 16, and why we’re talking about it now
  
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• newPopular journaling app ‘Day One’ acquired by WordPress․com owner Automattic
  You may have heard about Day One, a popular diary app available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, as well as Android and web browsers. Now, the app is joining Automattic, which is the company behind WordPress.com and Tumblr, as announced on Monday in a press release. more…The post Popular journaling app ‘Day One’ acquired by WordPress․com owner Automattic appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• newHere’s how Beats Studio Buds compare against AirPods and AirPods Pro
  The newest Beats in-ear headphones have officially arrived and they come with a compelling set of features priced $100 below AirPods Pro. But even though they come with active noise cancellation, transparency mode, Hey Siri support, and more, there are some tradeoffs. Let’s look at the Beats Studio Buds vs. AirPods and AirPods Pro to see how they all stack up. more…The post Here’s how Beats Studio Buds compare against AirPods and AirPods Pro appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• newApple Music for Android beta adds Spatial and Lossless Audio, automatic crossfade, more
  Alongside WWDC 2021, Apple rolled out a bunch of features for its Music streaming service. The Lossless and Spatial Audio update, as well as other enhancements, are now available for Apple Music on Android. more…The post Apple Music for Android beta adds Spatial and Lossless Audio, automatic crossfade, more appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• newPixelmator Pro for macOS working on adding Shortcuts integration
  In a blog post shared today, the Pixelmator team announced that it’s working on adding Shortcuts support to the Pixelmator Pro app on macOS.Now that WWDC has finished (much love, again, to the new virtual format!), we just wanted to share one very quick update with you: Pixelmator Pro will absolutely be getting Shortcuts support. And we’ll be doing our best to make sure that support is first-class – second to none. more…The post Pixelmator Pro for macOS working on adding Shortcuts…
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• newVolonic Valet 3 review: A high-end, designer iPhone and AirPods FreePower charging system with a price to match
  Today, we are taking a hands-on look at the Volonic Valet 3 charging system. This high-end wireless solution takes a cue from fashion design houses and Apple aesthetics to provide a luxurious and elegant charging pad with a price to match. Yes, there are more affordable options out there, but not very many that are quite as gorgeous — this is a true piece of functional art, in my opinion, with a sophisticated look and precision design approach. But is the steep price tag worth the price of en…
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• newApple debuts 3 new summer colors for iPhone 12 silicone case
  Apple has added a few new iPhone 12 silicone cases to the online store. The new colors include sunflower, cloud blue, and electric orange. All three colors are available for each of the four iPhone 12 models. They are priced at the same $49 and are available for delivery starting this Wednesday. more…The post Apple debuts 3 new summer colors for iPhone 12 silicone case appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 6 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 11:45pm -
• newApple releases iOS 14.7, watchOS 7.6, and macOS 11.5 beta 3 to developers
  Running alongside the iOS 15 beta and more, Apple has seeded developers with the latest beta of iOS 14.7, watchOS 7.6, and macOS 11.5 today. more…The post Apple releases iOS 14.7, watchOS 7.6, and macOS 11.5 beta 3 to developers appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• newApple releases iOS 12.5.4 for older iPhones with ‘important security updates’
  Apple is rolling out iOS 12.5.4 to older iPhone and iPad devices today. This update brings security fixes and is recommended for all users, according to Apple. The update fixes a trio of vulnerabilities affecting memory corruption and WebKit. more…The post Apple releases iOS 12.5.4 for older iPhones with ‘important security updates’ appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• newSome iOS 15 features require an iPhone XS or newer, here they are
  With the end of WWDC21, all new betas launched and installed, we’ve been discovering almost daily new features coming to the Apple devices. While iOS 15 supports iPhones all the way back to the iPhone 6s, there are some features exclusive to the iPhone XS or newer. more…The post Some iOS 15 features require an iPhone XS or newer, here they are appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• newReview: Beats Studio Buds pack an impressive punch in a compact design
  As announced this morning, Apple’s lineup of truly wireless headphones is expanding today. Beats Studio Buds are available today for $149.99, and with features like Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode, they could just be the best option for buyers today looking for a more affordable option than AirPods Pro and Powerbeats Pro. I’ve been using Beats Studio Buds for the past two weeks, and there are some interesting compromises here, including a mysterious custom Beats chipset ins…
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• newMonday’s best deals: M1 MacBook Pro $199 off, MagSafe wallets, Apple Watch Series 6, more
  It’s time to kick off another work week with all of today’s best Apple deals. Alongside a fresh new price drop on Apple Watch Series 6, you’ll find up to $199 off the latest M1 MacBook Pro with a 13-inch form-factor as well as both OtterBox and Apple Leather MagSafe Wallets for iPhone 12. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…The post Monday’s best deals: M1 MacBook Pro $199 off, MagSafe wallets, Apple Watch Series 6, more appeared first on 9to5…
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• newiPadOS 15: Don’t have an Apple Pencil? Here’s how to activate Quick Notes on iPad anyway
  iPadOS 15 introduces a new Quick Note feature that lets you instantly create and compose a note in a floating window from anywhere. Apple markets Quick Note as an Apple Pencil trick, but all iPad users can take advantage of Quick Note after setting up the feature. more…The post iPadOS 15: Don’t have an Apple Pencil? Here’s how to activate Quick Notes on iPad anyway appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• newBeats Studio Buds now official: ANC, Transparency mode, and more for $150
  Beats is expanding its lineup of truly wireless earbuds today with the new Beats Studio Buds. After several weeks of rumors, the new Beats Studio Buds are available to order starting today in the US and Canada for $149.99 with Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency Mode, USB-C charging, and more. Head below for all of the details on Beats Studio Buds. more…The post Beats Studio Buds now official: ANC, Transparency mode, and more for $150 appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 9 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 8:30pm -
• newApple confirms some Apple Card users are currently unable to make in-store purchases
  After seeing an Apple Card outage earlier this month that affected all users, the credit card is seeing downtime again this morning which is preventing some from using it for in-store purchases. more…The post Apple confirms some Apple Card users are currently unable to make in-store purchases appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• newQualcomm and others would invest in Arm if Nvidia purchase is blocked by regulators
  Nvidia announced last fall that it was officially starting the process of acquiring Arm Holdings from SoftBank for $40 billion. In the months since we’ve seen concerns from competitors and the deal hasn’t yet been approved or shut down by regulators. Now Qualcomm has shared that if the sale to Nvidia is blocked, it and others would invest in Arm. more…The post Qualcomm and others would invest in Arm if Nvidia purchase is blocked by regulators appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 9 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 7:56pm -
• newNew Spatial Audio ad demos the tech on Apple Music’s YouTube channel
  A new Spatial Audio ad (embedded below) has just been posted to the Apple Music YouTube channel, featuring the Masego & Don Toliver track Mystery Lady.One amusing note is that a lot of people watching the ad will be doing so on devices that don’t support Spatial Audio, so will instead be marveling at the wonders of… stereo. more…The post New Spatial Audio ad demos the tech on Apple Music’s YouTube channel appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 9 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 7:53pm -
• newPirated movies and TV shows app, disguised as Sudoku game, climbs App Store charts [update: gone]
  Update: Shortly after publishing, the app has been pulled from the store. Original story below.A free-to-play app called Zoshy+ has been gradually climbing up the Puzzle game charts on the App Store. Based on its screenshots and app description, the app looks like an innocuous Sudoku client.However, actually launching the app reveals a very different experience. Users are presented with thousands of movies and TV shows to stream illegally for free, including content from Apple’s own TV+ ser…
  - 10 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 7:18pm -
• newSmartphone shipments will grow 12% this year, despite chip shortages – Canalys
  Market intelligence company Canalys is forecasting that global smartphone shipments will grow 12% this year, despite challenges posed by the chip shortage. However, it says that phone makers will need to choose their priority countries and regions… more…The post Smartphone shipments will grow 12% this year, despite chip shortages – Canalys appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 10 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 7:10pm -
• newThe Morning Show season two premieres September 17 on Apple TV+
  Apple TV+ today announced that the second season of its hero drama ‘The Morning Show’ returns for a second season starting September 17, almost two years after season one aired.Like many of Apple’s flagship properties, production on the season was delayed due to COVID-19 pandemic. The series stars Jennifer Aniston (Alex Levy) and Reese Witherspoon (Bradley Jackson) in lead roles, as presenters of a national news channel. In season one, the show is rocked by sexual misconduct allegations…
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• newApple Watch Diary: I’m not yet seeing a reason to upgrade from my S4
  Much as I rely on my Apple Watch, I do need a good reason to upgrade models, and so far Apple has had a mixed track record in persuading me to do so.I started with the original model, aka the Series 0. My next upgrade was to the Series 3, which sold itself to me primarily on the Siri improvements … more…The post Apple Watch Diary: I’m not yet seeing a reason to upgrade from my S4 appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 11 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 6:33pm -
• newPokémon GO creator Niantic announces new AR mobile game ‘Transformers: Heavy Metal’
  If you were a Pokémon GO, Ingress, or Harry Potter Wizards Unite fan, there’s another AR mobile game being prepared by Niantic. This time, TRANSFORMERS: Heavy Metal is the new company’s title being developed. more…The post Pokémon GO creator Niantic announces new AR mobile game ‘Transformers: Heavy Metal’ appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 11 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 6:19pm -
• newAnother antitrust investigation opens, as Japan examines Apple/Google duopoly
  Apple is facing yet another antitrust investigation, though this one seems odd: It’s an examination of the Apple/Google duopoly in the mobile operating system market.Today’s report from Japan is very light on details … more…The post Another antitrust investigation opens, as Japan examines Apple/Google duopoly appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 12 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 5:16pm -
• newMicrosoft president attacks type of government gag order imposed on Apple
  A gag order imposed on Apple by the Trump administration should never have been allowed, argues Microsoft president Brad Smith.We learned last week that the Department of Justice served a subpoena on Apple, requiring it to hand over data on both journalists and members of the House Intelligence Committee … more…The post Microsoft president attacks type of government gag order imposed on Apple appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 13 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 4:44pm -
• newBloomberg: Apple Watch Series 7 to feature thinner bezels around screen, Ultra Wideband, faster processor
  Apple is said to be redesigning the Apple Watch this year, according to a report from Bloomberg. The ‘Apple Watch Series 7’ will feature thinner display bezels, a faster processor and include “updated ultra-wideband functionality”. Introduced last fall, the Apple Watch Series 6 was the first model to sport Ultra Wideband radios.Apple was reportedly aiming to include a body temperature sensor as well, but that feature may have been delayed until the 2022 watch. more…The post Bloombe…
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• newHomePod is now sold out at US Apple Store, after it was discontinued three months ago
  Apple announced that it was discontinuing the original HomePod back in March, with Apple focusing its efforts on HomePod mini. The product has been listed as available ‘while supplies last’ since that time.The space gray model sold out within a couple days of the announcement. The white model remained available to buy (price unchanged) up until today, at least in the United States. more…The post HomePod is now sold out at US Apple Store, after it was discontinued three months ago appea…
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• newSEObase is a straightforward way to track website keyword rankings on a budget
  Search engine optimization can be a challenging thing to tackle, and if you’ve spent more than a few minutes reading up on best practices, you know there are countless different ways to go about it. SEObase is a web SEO service that lets you easily track all the most important keywords so you can manage and track all your web properties and keep them growing. more…The post SEObase is a straightforward way to track website keyword rankings on a budget appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 24 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 5:22am -
• Comment: Despite what Apple says, my next computer won’t be an iPad Pro
  iPad seems to be going through a long identity crisis. Sometimes Apple wants it to be a computer, sometimes not. And even with the introduction of the M1 iPad Pro earlier this year, iPad is still an iPad with iPad limitations. Yet, the company still wants to convince people that “your next computer is not a computer.” Well, my next computer will definitely not be an iPad Pro. more…The post Comment: Despite what Apple says, my next computer won’t be an iPad Pro appeared first on 9to5Ma…
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• Bloomberg: U.S. Apple Stores will no longer require face masks starting this week
  Apple will drop the mask requirements at a number of its retail stores and offices as soon as this week, according to a new report from Bloomberg. The report says that Apple has informed retail and corporate employees of this change. Retail employees will also not be required to ask maskless customers for their vaccination status. more…The post Bloomberg: U.S. Apple Stores will no longer require face masks starting this week appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• Here’s what we know about Apple’s plans for the Mac Pro and Pro Display XDR
  
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• iOS 15: Apple reveals new game controller UI with powerful SDK
  After the WWDC21 keynote, Apple held the Platforms State of the Union where engineers previewed some of the new features, APIs, and SDKs available to developers with iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and more. more…The post iOS 15: Apple reveals new game controller UI with powerful SDK appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• Apple execs address iPadOS 15, talk multitasking, Universal Control, and more in interview
  In a new interview, Bob Borchers, Apple’s VP of Worldwide Product Marketing, and Sebastien Marineau-Mes, VP, Intelligent System Experience at Apple, talked about iPadOS 15 and everything new with iPad’s operating system. more…The post Apple execs address iPadOS 15, talk multitasking, Universal Control, and more in interview appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• Get 30% off iMazing, the best backup manager and data transfer tool for your iPhone and iPad
  iMazing is your one-stop shop for iOS device backup and data transfer. Available on Mac and Windows, iMazing makes it really easy to keep backups of your iPhone’s messages, transfer across media and documents, and even keep Time Machine-esque wireless backups of your iOS devices.In celebration of this year’s WWDC season, iMazing is offering 30% off just for 9to5Mac readers. iMazing really is the Swiss Army knife of iOS device management and best of all, all of your data stays local to your…
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• Today at Apple Youth Program sparks the creative energy of New York City artists
  This spring, New York City youth from Brooklyn to The Bronx came together online to build creative projects, learn new skills from leading artists, and discover a passion for creative storytelling. Through opportunities made possible by Today at Apple, 39 young artists were given the tools and ideas they need to impact their communities. more…The post Today at Apple Youth Program sparks the creative energy of New York City artists appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 2 days ago 12 Jun 21, 10:04pm -
• How iOS 15 will make your iPhone even more useful with SharePlay, Find My upgrades, and more
  Earlier this week at WWDC 2021, Apple announced and presented a preview of iOS 15. The new operating system for iPhones will be available a few months from now, but the first beta is available for developers now and one thing is for sure: iOS 15 will make your iPhone even more useful with a handful of quality-of-life improvements. more…The post How iOS 15 will make your iPhone even more useful with SharePlay, Find My upgrades, and more appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 2 days ago 12 Jun 21, 8:30pm -
• Apple promotes new iPad Pro with a ‘The Little Mermaid’ parody [Video]
  In an unlisted video, Apple is promoting the new iPad Pro with the series “Your next computer is not a computer.” This time, the company creates a parody of The Little Mermaid’s “Part of Your World” song. more…The post Apple promotes new iPad Pro with a ‘The Little Mermaid’ parody [Video] appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 2 days ago 12 Jun 21, 7:49pm -
• Apple @ Work: macOS virtualization on iPad Pro would turn it into a powerful enterprise computer
  The discussion around macOS vs. iOS comes up every time Apple releases a new iPad Pro with hardware that the software seemingly cannot push. In my post WWDC reflections, an interesting idea came to mind on making the iPad more useful: What if Apple allowed Parallels and VMware to offer virtualization on iPadOS? more…The post Apple @ Work: macOS virtualization on iPad Pro would turn it into a powerful enterprise computer appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 2 days ago 12 Jun 21, 6:30pm -
• Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak join ‘The Talk Show’ to discuss WWDC21, iPadOS 15, more
  Traditionally at WWDC every year, Apple blogger John Gruber gets a chance to sit down with one or more Apple executives on his podcast The Talk Show for an interview on the week’s announcements. This year, Gruber is joined by Apple executives Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak to go in-depth on iOS and iPadOS 15, new privacy features, and much more. more…The post Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak join ‘The Talk Show’ to discuss WWDC21, iPadOS 15, more appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 2 days ago 12 Jun 21, 6:21pm -
• Three months after being discontinued, HomePod still available
  Apple discontinued the original HomePod exactly three months ago. Although the space gray model has been unavailable since April, it’s still possible to buy the white HomePod from Apple in the United States and other countries. more…The post Three months after being discontinued, HomePod still available appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• Hands-on: Here’s a first look at how FaceTime works in a web browser
  FaceTime got a lot of attention this week, thanks to the new features that are part of iOS 15 and macOS Monterey, which includes screen sharing with friends, live Portrait Mode, better noise cancellation, and even a web version. I was able to try FaceTime on the web for the first time with my 9to5Mac colleague José Adorno, so read on for a first look at how it works on the web. more…The post Hands-on: Here’s a first look at how FaceTime works in a web browser appeared first on 9to5Mac.
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• 9to5Mac Happy Hour 333: iOS 15, watchOS 8, macOS Monterey, and tvOS 15 impressions
  This week 9to5Mac’s Benjamin and Zac break down everything that happened at this week’s WWDC keynote, with first impressions of iOS 15, watchOS 8, tvOS 15, and macOS Monterey — as well as Apple’s latest announcements in the health, fitness, and smart home space.Sponsored by MacStadium: MacStadium is the leading provider of enterprise-class cloud solutions for Mac and iOS app development. Save 50% on your first two months of a hosted Mac mini subscription from MacStadium, with code 9TO…
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• How to install the watchOS 8 developer beta
  Eager to test out everything arriving with watchOS 8 like the new Mindfulness app, Focus mode, Photo watch faces with Portrait mode, multiple timers, AssistiveTouch, and more? Read along for how to install watchOS 8 developer beta. more…The post How to install the watchOS 8 developer beta appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 12 Jun 21, 2:49am -
• Review: Linedock delivers a tailored MacBook Pro companion with built-in battery and 100W charging
  After being in the making for quite some time, Linedock is finally shipping. We first got a look at the new accessory at CES 2020, where I was impressed by the prototype they showed off. Now, a year and a half later, the USB-C dock arrives with plenty of notable features to match its unique design. Today, we’re taking a closer look to see how it all stacks up. Head below for a closer look and first impressions with the new Linedock for 16-inch MacBook Pro. more…The post Review: Linedock…
  - 3 days ago 12 Jun 21, 1:45am -
• Redesigned iPad mini allegedly depicted in renders, sports thin bezels and USB-C port
  Following a Bloomberg report detailing the upcoming iPad roadmap, Jon Prosser has shared renders based on sources about the design of the upcoming iPad mini.Prosser says that the sixth-generation iPad mini features almost the same chassis dimensions as the fifth-generation iPad mini. However, the design is radically new with the removal of the home button in favor of a Touch ID power button, larger display and proportionally smaller display bezels, as well as replacing the Lightning port with…
  - 3 days ago 12 Jun 21, 1:35am -
• Roundup: Here are six things Apple didn’t announce during WWDC 2021
  Apple held its kick off keynote for WWDC 2021 earlier this week. WWDC21 brought lots of improvements to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS, but there are also some things users were expecting to see that didn’t ultimately make the cut. more…The post Roundup: Here are six things Apple didn’t announce during WWDC 2021 appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 12 Jun 21, 1:11am -
• Unofficial WWDC app for Mac adds beta support for SharePlay — here’s how it works
  One of the headlining features of iOS 15, iPadOS 15, tvOS 15, and macOS Monterey is a new SharePlay platform. This allows you to watch videos, listen to music, and more with friends and family over FaceTime. While the feature is not live in the first betas released this week for Apple’s first-party apps, it’s there for developers to tap into. more…The post Unofficial WWDC app for Mac adds beta support for SharePlay — here’s how it works appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 12 Jun 21, 1:01am -
• Apple surveys developers on in-person vs. virtual events as WWDC 2021 wraps up
  The past two WWDC events have been completely virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As WWDC 2021 begins to wrap up, Apple is now surveying developers on their preferences between in-person and virtual events, labs, sessions, and more. more…The post Apple surveys developers on in-person vs. virtual events as WWDC 2021 wraps up appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 12 Jun 21, 12:03am -
• App Store could be hit by proposed ‘Ending Platform Monopolies Act’ in US House [U]
  Fresh details have surfaced on new legislation that could be proposed in the US House of Representatives as soon as today that’s set to take on the likes of Apple, Amazon, Google, and Facebook. Called the Ending Platform Monopolies Act, the proposal contains a few bills including one that could regulate Apple’s App Store and more. The development comes after Congress spent almost the last year and a half investigating antitrust concerns in big tech.Update 11:50 am PT: The new antitrust act…
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 9:37pm -
• Friday’s best deals: M1 iMac drops to new all-time low, Best Buy Apple sale, more
  We’re heading into the weekend with all of today’s best deals, headlined by a new all-time low on Apple’s 24-inch M1 iMac. That’s alongside the very first discounts on Spigen’s all-new AirTags cases from $15 and this 3-day Best Buy Apple Father’s Day sale. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…The post Friday’s best deals: M1 iMac drops to new all-time low, Best Buy Apple sale, more appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 9:24pm -
• Hands-on: iOS 15 brings an all-new Weather app with maps, animations, and more
  The Weather app is attracting quite a bit of attention with this year’s release of iOS 15. It’s getting an all-new design, new real-time notifications, and more. Head below as we take a closer look at the all-new Weather app in iOS 15 including maps, design, and more. more…The post Hands-on: iOS 15 brings an all-new Weather app with maps, animations, and more appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 9:17pm -
• Celebrate Apple Tower Theatre with your best L.A. photos shot on iPhone
  Apple Tower Theatre opens June 24 in Los Angeles. Let’s celebrate the grand opening of Downtown L.A.’s first Apple Store and the premiere of a significant historic restoration project years in the making. more…The post Celebrate Apple Tower Theatre with your best L.A. photos shot on iPhone appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 9:10pm -
• Apple engineer talks new Swift features and more in podcast interview following WWDC21
  Apple has announced a handful of major changes for developers at WWDC 2021 this week, including updates to Swift, Swift Playgrounds, and more. In the latest episode of John Sundell’s Swift By Sundell podcast, Apple’s Doug Gregor joins the show to discuss new features in Swift and more. more…The post Apple engineer talks new Swift features and more in podcast interview following WWDC21 appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 9:04pm -
• Apple Tower Theatre restoration premieres June 24 in Downtown Los Angeles
  A Los Angeles landmark is ready to shine again. Apple will soon premiere its historic Tower Theatre restoration project in the Broadway Theater district. more…The post Apple Tower Theatre restoration premieres June 24 in Downtown Los Angeles appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 8:52pm -
• 9to5Mac Daily: June 11, 2021 – Dark Sky shutdown, AirPods beta
  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 MacStadium: MacStadium is the only provider of enterprise-class cloud solutions for Mac and iOS app development. Whether you need a Mac cloud for large-scale CI/CD or a single Mac mini to test your iOS app, MacStadium has a solution for all your Mac dev…
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 8:32pm -
• Some Macs now support Windows Precision Touchpad gestures in Boot Camp
  Trackpad gestures are a much-loved macOS feature, but if you wanted to use the Windows equivalent – Windows Precision Touchpad gestures – you were out of luck until yesterday.Microsoft added the trackpad gestures way back in 2013, and there have been a variety of unofficial drivers to allow them to be used on Macs, but it’s only now that Apple has offered support for them as standard through Boot Camp, in version 6.1.15 … more…The post Some Macs now support Windows Precision Touchp…
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 8:20pm -
• Latest Apple Arcade games for iPhone, Mac, Apple TV [New for June 11: Legends of Kingdom Rush]
  Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added regularly with over 180 games now in the library. Follow along with our guide on the latest from Apple’s gaming service.June 11: a new RPG has launched called Legends of Kindom Rush. more…The post Latest Apple Arcade games for iPhone, Mac, Apple TV [New for June 11: Legends of Kingdom Rush] appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 8:15pm -
• Comment: Moving beyond passwords will happen much faster thanks to Apple’s latest move
  I’ve argued for years that moving beyond passwords is something that urgently needs to happen from both a security and usability perspective.The technical framework to make it possible to abandon passwords – WebAuthn – was agreed back in 2018, and Apple added support for it in Safari last year. Adoption is as yet close to zero, but all that looks set to change, thanks to the latest move by Apple … more…The post Comment: Moving beyond passwords will happen much faster thanks to Appl…
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 6:59pm -
• US soccer star Alex Morgan shows off unreleased Beats Studio Buds
  After we uncovered the upcoming Beats Studio Buds in iOS 14.6, we’ve seen them out in the wild with LeBron James sporting the earbuds on social media. Now US soccer star Alex Morgan has done the same with the white variant of the Beats Studio Buds. more…The post US soccer star Alex Morgan shows off unreleased Beats Studio Buds appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  - 3 days ago 11 Jun 21, 6:40pm -
• Microsoft OneDrive for Mac to get easier and faster to use
  Microsoft OneDrive for Mac is being updated with a significant number of improvements, designed to make it both easier and faster to use. The company used a blog post to lay out its roadmap for upcoming enhancements for Mac users.Topping the list is Known Folder Move, which is a simple way to ensure that your working documents are always backed-up to OneDrive, no matter which folders they are in … more…The post Microsoft OneDrive for Mac to get easier and faster to use appeared first on…
  - 4 days ago 11 Jun 21, 5:04pm -

MacWorld

• newGet a deal on an iPhone, M1 Mac and more at Apple’s Certified Refurbished Store
  Looking for a way to save some money on the latest Apple products? Consider a refurbished MacBook, refurbished iPhone, or refurbished iPad from the Apple Certified Refurbished store. A refurbished product is just like a new, but at a lower price. Here’s a quick guide with links to the best deals you can find on […]
  - 3 hours ago 15 Jun 21, 2:38am -
• newiOS 14.7: Beta 3 has been released
  Just days after the release of the final beta of iOS 14.6, and before it is released to the general public, Apple has begun beta testing iOS 14.7. A point-seven release ties iOS 14 with iOS 13 for the most point releases of any iOS version ever. Even that is a bit of a technicality, […]
  - 4 hours ago 15 Jun 21, 1:33am -
• newThunderbolt adapter guide: How to connect anything to a USB-C Mac
  A new MacBook Pro comes with either two or four external ports, depending on the model you pick. A new MacBook Air has a pair of ports. But those MacBook ports are only of one type: Thunderbolt, which is compatible with USB-C. A 24-inch iMac comes with two Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports; some models also include […]
  - 4 hours ago 15 Jun 21, 12:58am -
• newApple takes on AirPods Pro with $150 Beats Studio Buds noise-canceling earbuds
  While we’re still waiting for the AirPods update that was rumored to arrive last year, Apple is giving headphone buyers another reason to hold off on buying a pair. Today Apple’s Beats announced the Studio Buds, a pair of true wireless noise-canceling earbuds with spatial audio support that cost $150. About the only thing you […]
  - 7 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 10:35pm -
• newBeyond iOS 15: How WWDC sets up the next generation of killer apps
  If there is one thing that Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is fundamentally about, it’s tools. This is the company’s opportunity to lay the groundwork for the big OS releases that will debut this fall, yes, but we’re also talking about Apple here. And Apple is a company that looks at the long-term—it’s the kind of […]
  - 8 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 9:39pm -
• newComing to Apple TV+: ‘The Morning Show’ season 2 premieres on Sept. 17
  Apple’s list of currently available content for Apple TV+ continues to grow, but there’s an even faster-growing list of projects in the works. Films, limited series, specials, and multi-season series, Apple’s got lots of irons in the fire for all of them. Some of these projects have been officially announced and acknowledged by Apple, but […]
  - 8 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 9:27pm -
• newApple Watch Series 7 takes shape with an upgraded screen, no new health features
  With just months to go before the next Apple Watch arrives, a clearer picture of the device is beginning to emerge. After rumors suggested the Series 7 watch would get its first major redesign, a new report from Bloomberg tempers some of our expectations for Apple’s new wearable. Among the changes to the model shipping […]
  - 9 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 8:24pm -
• newTop 3 Free Video Effects to Try Today
  Have you ever wondered how to replace the background in your videos? How about transporting specific objects in your video into another or blending videos together to create surreal double exposures? These video effects that were once reserved for the pros and Hollywood movies are now available for free with PowerDirector Essential.   If you’re just getting […]
  - 11 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 6:37pm -
• newAirPods iOS 15 firmware: Find My, spatial audio, Conversation Boost and more
  AirPods are an outrageously successful product line for Apple. Users love the extremely easy connectivity and overall quality, but just as important is the way they keep adding features to the Apple ecosystem over time. With the release of iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS Monterey this fall, your AirPods are going to become even […]
  - 14 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 3:45pm -
• newHow to find out which Mac apps are tracking your location
  The privacy issues associated with our location when we’re carrying an iPhone or iPad have gotten a lot of attention. But a Mac can reveal to apps where we’re at, as well. No Mac includes a GPS or cellular modem, but between Wi-Fi positioning and cues and information retrieved by associated and nearby cellular devices […]
  - 15 hours ago 14 Jun 21, 2:30pm -