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- 25 mins agoThe Apple Watch SE 2 is $60 Off
Apple’s most affordable smartwatch is getting a superb discount. Today, the Apple Watch SE 40mm GPS is down to just $189 from its original price of $250 on Amazon. The Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) is as carbon neutral as it gets, with features that will surprise you. All the essentials for tracking your schedule, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.27 mins agoiOS 18 may have Apple Maps Custom Routes
The upcoming iOS 18 may have a new addition for Apple Maps in the form of Custom Routes. Currently, users are unable to put in custom routes in Apple Maps, which might change once iOS 18 goes live. The only way to pick a route is through pre-selected options, but there has been a code […] The post appeared first on iLounge.29 mins agoApple reveals special In-Person event during WWDC 2024
Apple will be holding a ‘special event at Apple Park’ starting June 10 for the Worldwide Developers Conference in 2024. A keynote viewing party will be held at the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California on June 10. Attendees can observe the new software updates as they get unveiled, as well as ‘exciting new programming’ […] The post appeared first on iLounge.31 mins agoWWDC event for 2024 announced
Apple has revealed the dates for the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference for 2024. The 35th annual Worldwide Developers Conference will be held on June 10 to June 14, with a special in-person event at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. Since 2020 Apple has held a simultaneous online event that is available to watch for all […] The post appeared first on iLounge.32 mins agoApple Maps said to get two significant upgrades in iOS 18
Apple is reportedly planning a few notable updates to Apple Maps as part of iOS 18. New rumors say iOS 18 will add two notable upgrades… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.36 mins agoiPhone 12 Qi2 charging is a surprise upgrade in iOS 17.4
There was a surprise upgrade for some in iOS 17.4: tests reveal that it enabled iPhone 12 Qi2 charging, at the full 15W speed. Support for 15W Qi2 charging was first announced for the iPhone 15, and then extended to the iPhone 13 and 14 through the iOS 17.2 update back in December of last year – and is now available for the iPhone 12 too … more…44 mins agoadiClub member? Catch a free 1-month trial of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
The Major League Soccer season began February 21, and for members of adiClub, you can now enjoy a free 1-month trial of Major League Season Pass on Apple TV. Keep reading below to learn more. more…53 mins agoSleek power bank is your iPhone’s backup battery [Review] ★★★★☆
Torras Ostand Power Bank's high capacity -- and its sleek and lightweight design -- make it perfect for on-the-go charging. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)1 hour ago3 ways to convert YouTube videos to MP3 on Mac in 2024
Macworld Adding a hot song to your video content usually makes your videos seem livelier and will help you get more fans. Converting YouTube videos into MP3 format improves your listening experience and saves your computer storage as well. However, you may feel confused about how to do so or find the conversion process too difficult. Plus, if you are using a Mac computer, the whole process will be more difficult due to the format’s compatibility. Luckily for you, this post is written to help you solve the problem above and provide the easiest steps for saving YouTube songs in MP3 directly. You will learn 3 methods in total about how to download MP3 from YouTube on Mac computers. Method 1. Directly Download YouTube Video to Audio with YouTube to MP3 Converter for Mac Difficulty: Super Easy Best for: Users who want secure conversion and no extra ads The first method you can try is to use a free YouTube downloader for Mac and save music directly on MacOS. Here are two good video downloaders that you can try on the market. Option 1. EaseUS Video Downloader for Mac EaseUS Video Downloader for Mac is an all-in-one video downloader developed by a trustworthy brand, EaseUS. This video downloader provides YouTube users with a safe and legal way to download YouTube videos and save them in MP3 format. It saves you time from downloading videos first and finding another software to convert. Other reasons to help you choose EaseUS Video Downloader for Mac: It helps you get access to multiple streaming sites easily with its built-in browser It supports multiple file formats, including MP3, MP4, WAV, WMV, etc. You can extract audio from video links or from local videos Its 24*7 customer service provided by EaseUS solves any problems you meet Option 2. VLC Media Player for Mac Another video downloader for Mac you can try is VLC Media Player for Mac. However, as an open-source media player, it will be difficult to operate if you know little about MacOS. If you are already a pro in computer science, then VLC Media Player is a great choice to extract audio from YouTube videos free of charge. To take care of more novice users, here is how you can convert video to audio from YouTube with EaseUS Video Downloader for Mac: Step 1. Download the dmg file and install EaseUS Video Downloader for Mac on Macbook from its official site. Step 2. Find the video that you’d like to convert and open its webpage. Press “Command + C” to copy its link. Step 3. You can click the “add URL” button on the main interface and then paste the video’s URL on the pop-up window using “Command + V”. Step 4. Click “Download,” and the software will begin to analyze the video. You will see a window where you can choose file formats like MP4, MP3, WAV, etc. Go to “Audio” and click “MP3”. Then, set the audio quality you like. EaseUS EaseUS EaseUS Step 5. After setting, click “Download” to begin. You can move the music file to the local file location for a better listening experience. Method 2. Save YouTube Audio to an MP3 Format with Online Converter Difficulty: Easy Best for: Users who seldom download MP3 files from YouTube and don’t mind pop-up ads Don’t want another software installation on your computer? It’s OK. You can save YouTube audio files with an online YouTube to MP3 converter or a browser extension. Using an online conversion site is so convenient because you don’t need to worry about compatibility, and you can save audio files with the format you want. However, everything is a double-edged sword. Be careful with those pop-up ads to avoid malware when using a free online converter. Some online websites may require registration before saving audio files, which may cause privacy leakage. Here are two online conversion sites with fewer ads you can try: Option 1. YTMP3 YTMP3 is a YouTube video-audio converter website. You can easily take songs from YouTube with the video’s URL. It is the most efficient way to save YouTube videos and audio if you don’t have many files to save. Option 2. Y2mate Y2mate is a website that can help you save videos and audio to Mac computers from not only YouTube but also other streaming sites as long as you have the video’s link. Another good thing about Y2mate is that this site requires no registration. The following steps are how to use an online website to convert video to audio on Mac, taking YTMP3 as an example: Step 1. Open the video page and copy its URL. Step 2. Search for “YTMP3” on Google and go to its official site. Then, paste the video’s URL to the blank sheet. EaseUS EaseUS EaseUS Step 3. Click the “Convert” button. The website will automatically begin to analyze the video and prepare for conversion. Then, click “Download,” and the website will begin to download the MP3 files. Method 3. Convert YouTube Video to MP3 Music with a Browser Extension Difficulty: Medium Best for: Users who usually save videos and audio and don’t want an extra installation Using a browser extension to download YouTube audio on a Mac is more compatible with streaming sites, and you don’t need to find the website repeatedly. However, if you decide to change the browser you’re using, you need to find the download extension for that specific browser and add it again. There are some browser extensions of YouTube to MP3 converters on the market. Once you have added it to your browser, you can take any video/audio on your browser directly. Option 1. Easy Video Downloader Easy Video Downloader is a well-known extension for Chrome. It gets 3.2 out of 5 on the Google Extension Store. After adding it to Google Chrome, you can get any audio file from streaming sites with easy clicks, but it doesn’t support bulk downloads. Option 2. Addoncrop Video Downloader Addoncrop Video Downloader is a download extension specifically designed for Firefox. If you use Firefox as the default browser, this is a great choice for you. If you want to use it on Google Chrome, an extra extension for Firefox is also required. The following content are steps of using a browser extension to convert YouTube videos into audio format taking Easy Video Downloader as an example. Step 1. First, decide which browser you are going to use. Then, search for the Easy Video Downloader extension on Google Chrome and install it. EaseUS EaseUS EaseUS Step 2. Click “Add to Chrome” to install it on your browser. Step 3. Open the video page you’d like to save in MP3 format. Enable Easy Video Downloader from the top right corner. Step 4. A window will pop out then. You can choose file formats including MP3 and MP4. Click “Download” to save video files in MP3 format directly. Tips for YouTube Video to Audio Conversion on Mac After guiding you on how to convert YouTube videos to audio files, there still are some things that you should keep in mind. The most important one is that all methods provided above are to help you convert songs for personal use only. You cannot use the downloaded music for other reasons as it is against copyright protection. To create a better experience for you, here are some tips you should take care of when saving MP3 files from YouTube: Copyright consideration: Downloading audio or video without authorization may violate the content creator’s copyright. Better download content that you are authorized to. Convert speed and file quality: When choosing a YouTube video converter, faster download speed and higher quality are things you should care about most for a better experience of music listening. Format compatibility: The best audio format better be WAV as it is the unzipped format for the Mac system, and you will enjoy the music better. To Sum Up In this post, you have learned 3 methods about how to convert YouTube videos to MP3 on your Mac computer. You can choose to use third-party software like EaseUS Video Downloader for Mac, convert with an online converter website, or install a browser extension. As you can see, converting videos to MP3 with a third-party tool will bear less risk of privacy leakage and enjoy higher conversion speed. Feel free to give EaseUS Video Downloader for Mac a try! To learn more, visit us here. Personal Software1 hour agoGlobal smartphone shipments to see rebound in 2024; steady iPhone demand to drive Apple’s growth – Counterpoint | Mac Daily NewsGlobal smartphone shipments to see rebound in 2024; steady iPhone demand to drive Apple’s growth – Counterpoint
Global smartphone shipments in 2024 are expected to record a modest rebound of 3% YoY to reach 1.2 billion units, according to… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.1 hour agoFederal government AI initiatives are subject to three rules – White House
As 2024 looks like the year that Apple makes its big push into generative AI, the federal government is also encouraging the use of AI by its own agencies … more…1 hour agoHow to download YouTube Videos with 4K Video Downloader
As streaming becomes more unreliable, having a backup copy is becoming a greater priority, leaving more internet users turning to a YouTube video downloader for various reasons. We checked out the 4K Video Downloader app on Mac to learn how to download YouTube videos for free.How to download YouTube videos for personal use with 4K Video Downloader+.Usually, when you download YouTube videos from the internet results in grainy videos or MP3s converted at a quality worse than AM radio. 4K Video Downloader+ makes those issues a distant past, thanks to a host of tools for downloading videos from select video-sharing sites to your Mac in high definition for personal use. Continue Reading on AppleInsider12:01 pmApple wants a Magic Mouse you can tilt for more controls
Forty years after it popularized the mouse, Apple is researching a replacement that users can tilt or take off the desk entirely to move their cursor around.Future Magic Mouse designs could include the ability to tilt in order to control further functionsThe mouse came into its own with the original Mac in 1984, and then Apple made trackballs the thing to have with the PowerBook range in 1991. Three years later, those were old hat, and trackpads were in.After decades of use, mice and trackpads still rule, and trackballs have only become a little niche. We're covered for input devices, but that isn't stopping Apple from looking for new ones. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:00 pmHow to translate an entire website to English directly from Safari
If you stumble across a webpage or link in a different language, you can instantly translate the website to English directly from Safari. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)11:54 amParts pairing used by Apple has been outlawed by Oregon [U]
The practice of parts pairing – which can prevent third-party repair shops from cannibalising broken devices for parts – has been outlawed by Oregon, taking effect for any product made after January 1, 2025. The legislature just passed the toughest right to repair law seen to date, and it now requires only the governor’s signature to pass into law. Update: Governor Tina Kotek has now signed, and the bill is now law. more…11:49 amVision Pro engineers moved to folding iPhone project; delayed to 2027 – report
A new supply-chain report reiterates earlier reports that some engineers previously working on Vision Pro have been moved to working a folding iPhone or iPad project. It also claims that the planned launch of a foldable iPhone has been delayed from 2026 to 2027, but that suppliers have been told to stick to their existing schedules … more…11:49 amQuestionable iPhone Fold rumor pushes release into early 2027
A questionable rumor source claims Apple's iPhone Fold could arrive in 2027, adding more fuel to allegations that the hinged smartphone has been delayed further into the future.A render of a possible folding Apple deviceRecent reports paved the way for the iPhone Fold to finally be released in 2026. Now, another report claims the highly rumored smartphone won't be shipping until 2027.A March 18 report from AlphaBiz cites an unidentified senior official familiar with Apple's internal affairs. That source insists that plans for a release of the model in the fourth quarter of 2026 has been pushed back to the first quarter of 2027. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:37 amWhy Apple Vision Pro could evolve similarly to the Apple Watch
If you're already wondering when the next generation of the Apple Vision Pro will arrive, and what features it may have, the history of the Apple Watch might yield some clues.Given the complexity of the Apple Vision Pro, it's very unlikely that a revamped second-gen model will arrive on the original's one-year anniversary. Apple has presented its technical take on the product, but the sales and feedback of users will help shape the next one.The Apple Vision Pro, like the Apple Watch, is a product that was entirely developed in the Tim Cook era of the company's history. Apple has been conservative about launching all-new products, preferring to iterate on its existing and popular Mac, iPhone, and iPad lines.That said, the Apple Watch was and continues to be a hit, following some muddled marketing at the beginning. Looking at the development stages of the Watch may provide us with clues on how the future releases of the Vision Pro and its potential offshoots may unfold. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:15 amApple pushed a new iOS 17.4.1 build but you’ll have to install it the old-fashioned way
Macworld Apple last week released iOS/iPad 17.4.1 with a couple of important bug fixes and security updates that you’ve probably already installed on your iPhones and iPads. But if you haven’t you’ll be getting a new version when you do, and it’s not clear why. According to multiple sources on X (formerly Twitter), Apple has pushed out a new 21E237 build of iOS/iPadOS 17.4.1, one number higher than the previous version (21E236). It doesn’t appear to have been delivered over the air, but you can download the IPSW files on a Mac and install them using the Finder. The fact that Apple didn’t deliver it to users means it’s unlikely to have any fixes of note. The original update fixed a bug when scanning QR codes on some iPad models and included security updates for CoreMedia and Web RTC. The new build may include specific updates for the new iPad Air and iPad Pro that will reportedly arrive in early April, though Aaron on X dug into the code and found no mention of new iPads anywhere in the update. Apple has yet to release the iOS 17.5 beta, which was expected to arrive several weeks ago. To install an IPSW file on your iPhone or iPad, connect the device to your Mac using a USB-C cable and select “Trust this Computer” if prompted. Then select your device in the Finder sidebar, hold down the Option key, and click on the Check for Update button. Open the IPSW file on your computer and follow the prompts. iOS, iPhone11:06 amVenmo antitrust lawsuit against Apple dismissed, with small asterisk
An antitrust lawsuit against Apple brought by Venmo has been dismissed, the judge finding that there was no evidence of anticompetitive behavior. The Paypal-owned app company has, however, been given one final chance to make its case – though the judge made it very clear this would be a long-shot … more…