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- 49 mins agoWe ‘Let Loose’ our Apple event predictions [The CultCast]
Your friendly Apple podcast hosts engage in some genuine guesswork. With our "Let Loose" event predictions on the record, who will win? (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)1 hour agoTake your iPhone to the Dark Side with these Star Wars cases
Casetify released a collection of iPhone cases and other accessories for Star Wars Day featuring Darth Vader, the Death Star and more. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:16 pmApple cuts Vision Pro production numbers, due to low demand
Apple is cutting down its AR/VR headset Vision Pro’s production, according to noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The headset is yet to launch outside of the United States and the company has already cut the production numbers. The company internally is predicting to sell around 400,000 to 450,000 units of the Vision Pro headset. According […] The post appeared first on iLounge.02:36 pmFuture of Mac: Will the iPad merge and bring touch input?
The iPad and Mac continue to receive software updates which bring both the devices closer and closer. iPadOS is now capable of running few predominantly Mac apps such as Final Cut Pro. Further, the iPad Air and the iPad Pro are now powered by Apple’s M-series chips which power the Mac as well. The differences […] The post appeared first on iLounge.02:00 pmWarren Buffett has sold a lot of Apple stock so far in 2024
Famed investor Warren Buffett cut his firm's Apple holdings by 13% in the first quarter of 2023, as analyst consensus was that the iPhone was seeing declining demand.Warren Buffett [Berkshire Hathaway]Buffett is not a long-term investor in Apple — his Berkshire Hathaway firm only started buying Apple stock in 2016 — but it became a particularly significant shareholder. Warren Buffett also taught both Steve Jobs and Tim Cook about the value of a company buying back its own shares, which it did again after its latest earnings report.As first spotted by CNBC, however, Berkshire Hathaway's own Q1 earnings report reveal that it has cut its stake in Apple by 13% over the period. Apple remains Berkshire Hathaway's biggest holding, worth around $135.4 billion. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:50 pmFuture of iPhone charging: USB-C or wireless?
Apple introduced the USB-C port on the iPhone in 2023 with the iPhone 15 series – a long-time coming transition. While Lightning was revolutionary when introduced in 2012, the cable/port universalization brought by USB-C could not be ignored. At the same time, there are rumors swirling on the internet stating that the future iPhone series […] The post appeared first on iLounge.01:45 pmRestore corrupted photos, videos and other files with this easy-to-use Mac app
Got corrupted files? EaseUS Fixo video repair software can fix all kinds of files. Get a lifetime subscription for just $49.99 (reg. $119). (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:33 pmToday in Apple history: Apple embraces over-the-air iOS updates
On May 4, 2011, reports circulated that Apple was negotiating with carriers to bring over-the-air updates to iOS, beginning with iOS 5. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:05 pm9to5Mac Overtime 017: Like running through water
Jeff & Fernando discuss Sonos, Rabbit R1 and Humane Pin personal AI gadgets, Apple M4 chip AI, and another iPad wishlist with a few crazy ideas. more…01:00 pmThe 16 best Mac apps for all kinds of work and play
These are the best Mac apps that’ll help you through all kinds of work — with a few must-have utilities that everyone can make use of. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)10:00 amUpdate your PC with Microsoft Office 2019 and Windows 11 Pro for less than $50
Macworld If you’re finding yourself struggling to work with your lagging PC or you simply haven’t invested in the correct productivity tools, you can enhance your PC with both a reliable OS and suite with this Microsoft bundle. Featuring lifetime access to Microsoft Office 2019 and Windows 11 Pro, users can singlehandedly upgrade their PC. Through May 5, lifetime subscriptions to Microsoft’s latest OS and top-rated suite are only $49.97 (reg. $428). While this Microsoft Office license is not the latest iteration, it may pair better with an older or refurbished device. Upon purchase, you’ll gain lifelong access to the 2019 versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Access. Windows 11 Pro boosts your PC by offering additional productivity upgrades, as well as security features and AI enhancements. Use snap layouts and widget customization to improve your workflow and enjoy greater peace of mind with TPM 2.0, Smart App Control, biometrics login, and BitLocker device encryption. Professionals can further streamline their work with help from Windows 11 Pro’s newest AI-powered assistant, Cortana. It can summarize websites and documents, provide answers to questions, change settings, and more. You have until May 5 at 11:59 PM Pacific to grab lifetime access to Microsoft Office 2019 and Windows 11 Pro for just $49.97. No coupon necessary. Microsoft Office Pro 2019 for Windows and Windows 11 Pro Only $49.97 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change. Accessories08:00 amBike in eco-friendly style with the BirdBike e-Bike, now under $700 with free shipping
Macworld Whether you’re an avid biker or live in a city where biking’s easier than driving, you may want to consider investing in a reliable electric bike. With the BirdBike e-Bike, you can zip around town in style. Now, you can snag one for only $699.97 (reg. $2299) with free shipping. Boasting a powerful 500W motor, the BirdBike offers impressive and consistent speed, even at its fastest, for smooth biking. It’ll reach up to 20MPH, and if there are tricky uphills or downhill slides, riders can get an instant e-boost simply by tapping the handlebar for a speed surge. https://youtube.com/watch?v=EqCowdm13pA This e-bike has a 36V/12.8A removable battery that’s easy to charge up even while it’s in place, and the high-performance carbon train can withstand rough trails and roads without needing chain maintenance. You can view all your ride details with this bike’s embedded dash display, including your speed, distance, battery life, pedal assist mode, etc. Worried about your BirdBike’s security? It comes with an integrated anti-theft alarm that rings at 120 decibels when tampered with. It’s no surprise that this e-bike has earned a 4.5-star rating, and why WhichEV wrote, “An e-bike with solid build, decent range, and great tech.” Bike in style with the BirdBike e-Bike, now just $699.97 with free shipping. Act now while supplies last! BirdBike e-Bike Only $699.97 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change. Entertainment12:10 amApple Announces Largest-Ever $110 Billion Share Buyback As iPhone Sales Drop
Apple reported fiscal second-quarter earnings that topped estimates, despite a 10% drop in iPhone sales. The company also announced that its board had authorized $110 billion in share repurchases, "a 22% increase over last year's $90 billion authorization," notes CNBC. "It's the largest buyback in history, ahead of Apple's previous repurchases." From the report: Apple did not provide formal guidance, but Apple CEO Tim Cook told CNBC's Steve Kovach that overall sales would grow in the "low single digits" during the June quarter. Apple posted $81.8 billion in revenue during the year-ago June quarter and LSEG analysts were looking for a forecast of $83.23 billion. On an earnings call with analysts, Apple finance chief Luca Maestri said the company expected the current quarter will deliver double-digit year-over-year percentage growth in iPad sales. What's more, he said the Services division is forecast to continue growing at about the current high rate it's achieved during the past two quarters. Apple reported net income of $23.64 billion, or $1.53 per share, down 2% from $24.16 billion, or $1.52 per share, in the year-earlier period. Cook told CNBC that sales in the fiscal second quarter suffered from a difficult comparison to the year-earlier period, when the company realized $5 billion in delayed iPhone 14 sales from Covid-based supply issues. "If you remove that $5 billion from last year's results, we would have grown this quarter on a year-over-year basis," Cook said. "And so that's how we look at it internally from how the company is performing." Apple said iPhone sales fell nearly 10% to $45.96 billion, suggesting weak demand for the current generation of smartphones, which were released in September. The sales were in line with analyst estimates, and Cook said that without last year's increased sales, iPhone revenue would have been flat. Mac sales were up 4% to $7.45 billion, but they are still below the segment's high-water mark set in 2022. Cook said sales were driven by the company's new MacBook Air models which were released with an upgraded M3 chip in March. Other Products, which is how Apple reports sales of its Apple Watch and AirPods headphones, was down 10% year over year to $7.9 billion. Read more of this story at Slashdot.Friday May 0309:22 pmBank of America ups Apple price target to $230
BofA raised its price target from $225 to $230, saying that the company could be about to see a multiyear iPhone upgrade supercycle… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:09 pmTurn your TV into a digital gallery stocked with the world’s most famous art
Plug this USB drive into your TV and watch as Dreamscreens art screensavers bring the world's most famous paintings to your living space. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)08:58 pmWhat to expect from Apple’s May 7 “Let loose” event
New iPads, sure. But what else?08:52 pmiOS 18 rumored to include Humane Ai Pin-style iMessage summary feature using AI
We’ve been hearing a lot of rumors about iOS 18 having new AI-powered features, since Apple CEO Tim Cook himself has confirmed many times that the company has been working on generative AI features. Now a report claims that iPhone and iPad users will have the option of summarizing long text messages using AI. more…08:50 pmWall Genie for iPhone wants to help you make beautiful wallpapers with AI
We’ve seen some amazing progress in visual AI tools like Open AI’s DALL•E, Midjourney, and more. Now an indie developer has built an AI wallpaper generator for iPhone called Wall Genie to help you quickly and seamlessly create “one-of-a-kind” designs. more…08:35 pmApple resellers are in a MacBook Air price war, driving M2 & M3 models down to as low as $849 | AppleInsiderApple resellers are in a MacBook Air price war, driving M2 & M3 models down to as low as $849
Both M2 and M3 MacBook Air models are heavily discounted heading into the weekend, resulting in deals as low as $849.Save up to $400 on MacBook Air models.Apple resellers, including Amazon, Best Buy and B&H, have dropped the M2 MacBook Air 13-inch to $849, matching the previous record low price seen in March for the standard model that features an 8-core GPU, 8GB of memory, and 256GB of storage.Buy for $849 Continue Reading on AppleInsider08:21 pmAdam Scott: ‘Severance’ season 2 will ‘finally be coming out in the somewhat near future’ | Mac Daily NewsAdam Scott: ‘Severance’ season 2 will ‘finally be coming out in the somewhat near future’
One of the stars of Apple TV+ award-winning hit series "Severance," Adam Scott, says that season 2 will "finally be coming out in… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.