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- Monday April 22
- 50 mins agoRay-Ban Meta glasses now feature Apple Music integration with voice controls
It’s been a while since Meta launched its own smart glasses in partnership with Ray-Ban, and I’ve already written about them here on 9to5Mac. Now those who own Ray-Ban Meta can enjoy deeper integration with Apple Music thanks to Meta’s latest update. more…1 hour agoApple is betting big on India
Apple in recent years has made an aggressive move to expand operations on both the manufacturing and sales front in India. The company… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:05 pmApple said to launch M4 Mac mini in late 2024 or early 2025, skipping M3
Apple could completely skip the M3 generation for some Macs, most notably the Mac mini, launching a new M4 Mac mini as soon as this year… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:38 pmMeta needs other companies & developers to challenge Apple Vision Pro
Apple's Vision Pro headset is gaining traction, so Meta has opened up its VR operating system to other manufacturers to maintain its lead in a market it previously dominated.Meta Quest 3As a newcomer in the virtual reality space, Apple's Vision Pro brings with it the formidable reputation of its creator. Established companies like Meta have been on high alert to compete with Apple.The latest move from Meta is the Monday announcement of Meta Horizon OS. It's an attempt to open the Meta Quest platform to third-party hardware makers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:26 pmGRID discounts disassembled iPhone 4 frame to $99, more [Save 40%]
Our friends at GRID Studio are running an Earth Day sale this week with some impressive discounts on their iconic deconstructed wall art. The Grid 4, for example, showcases a deconstructed iPhone 4 and is available for just $99 (down from $170). more…07:15 pmApple said to be close to TV deal With FIFA for new tournament
Apple and FIFA are said to be nearing an agreement wthat ould give the tech company worldwide rights for a monthlong World Cup-style… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:00 pmMagSafe Monday: Spigen’s OneTap laptop mount provides an easy way to watch MLB.TV at your desk | 9 to 5 MacMagSafe Monday: Spigen’s OneTap laptop mount provides an easy way to watch MLB.TV at your desk
MagSafe accessories continue to be where a lot of the innovation around the iPhone tames place. The ability to snap your iPhone into place unlocks a lot of fun use cases. This week, I am taking a look at the that’s designed to keep your iPhone connected to your Mac for quick phone calls, Zoom calls, and much more. more…06:57 pmProton adds detailed dark web monitoring for paid plans
Proton is out with the latest upgrade for its users on a paid tier. Dark web monitoring is here to help you keep your online credentials as safe as possible with alerts when you need to update passwords due to data breaches and more. Here’s how it works. more…06:53 pmEurope's main financial entity believes Apple's proposed iPhone NFC changes aren't enough | AppleInsiderEurope's main financial entity believes Apple's proposed iPhone NFC changes aren't enough
The European Central Bank is opposed to Apple's proposed changes to the iPhone's near-field communication at the core of Apple Pay, and has complained about it to the European Commission.Apple could have to make additional changes to its NFC APIsPietro Cipollone, a member of the executive board of the ECB, expressed the bank's concerns over Apple's proposal. Cipollone explained that Apple's proposed changes would be insufficient in several ways:The letter argues that by not providing third parties with full access to the Secure Element of its NFC technology, Apple Pay maintains an unfair advantage against third-party payment apps on iPhone. Because of these limitations, contactless payments made through third-party apps on iPhone would be less user-friendly and ultimately be slower than Apple's offering, according to Cipollone. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:28 pmThe iPhone 16 might switch to touch-sensitive buttons after all
Macworld It has been a while since we last year about Apple’s plans to ditch the physically moving buttons on the iPhone in favor of non-moving buttons with touch-sensitive capacitive sensors. That rumor was last floating around about a year ago when it was believed that the iPhone 15 Pro models would feature these “solid-state” buttons. Of course, that never came to pass, and we haven’t heard a thing until now about the possibility of Apple making this change on any iPhone 16 model. Now, a report from the Chinese state-owned paper Economic Daily claims that ASE Investment Holdings has secured a very large order from Apple for the components necessary to replace the volume and power buttons on the iPhone 16 models with solid-state capacitive buttons. Apple would reportedly also include two additional Taptic Engines—one on each side—to provide a faux “click” feel and other tactile feedback. Details of the order are not provided, so this may be a case of mistaken translation or reporting—Apple has long been expected to add a new capacitive “Capture” button to the iPhone 16 line, on the same side as the power button but lower. This report on parts orders could be related to that, even though the newspaper mentions the previous expectations to replace the power and volume buttons. Capacitive solid-state buttons could have several advantages over physical buttons. Durability is one; the thinnest and easiest-to-bend parts of the iPhone frame are the narrower areas where holes are cut out for the buttons. Capacitive buttons would also be able to tell how hard you’re pressing them, or could even provide features that let you slide along the button, depending on how the sensors are integrated. Using the Taptic Engines to provide feedback would let Apple give different physical feedback for different things–you could “half press” a button and get a subtle click, and fully press it with a stronger click. Press-and-hold actions could get unique feedback as well like little “ticks” counting down a timer when resetting your iPhone. For more on all the rumors and reports on what we can expect in this year’s new iPhones, check out or iPhone 16 FAQ. iPhone06:27 pmApple TV+ may air major new World Cup-style soccer tournament
A new report says Apple may secure worldwide rights to air a new World Cup-style soccer tournament in the United States next summer. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:14 pmTake Control Author Charles Edge Dies
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Charles Edge, a prolific author, blogger, and podcaster who was one of the best-known figures in the Mac admin community.05:45 pmApple acquires Datakalab, an AI startup specializing in on-device processing
As it scrambles to catch up to rivals in GenAI, Apple has acquired the Paris-based artificial intelligence startup Datakalab which… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:43 pmA new iPad Air is coming soon: Here are five things to expect
In addition to a new iPad Pro lineup, there’s also a new iPad Air on the way this year. In fact, this could be the biggest update to the iPad Air lineup ever, with Apple planning a big-screen model for the very first time. Here are five things to expect from the new iPad Air lineup… more…05:31 pmApple close to securing $1B TV rights to new FIFA soccer tournament
Apple's next addition to its sports coverage could involve more soccer, with Apple said to be close to signing a billion-dollar deal for a new tournament.Apple logo on a soccer pitchApple already offers sports fans a lot of games and matches in a few major franchises to watch via their streaming devices. While the Major League Soccer's Season Pass has been successful and airs many matches to subscribers, Apple's next foray could provide even more.According to sources of the New York Times, soccer's governing body FIFA is close to making an agreement with Apple. The agreement would give Apple the rights to stream a month-long World Cup-style tournament between top teams around the world. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:20 pmApple Reportedly Stops Production of FineWoven Accessories
Apple has stopped production of FineWoven accessories, according to reliable Apple leaker and prototype collector known as "Kosutami." From a report: In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Kosutami explained that Apple has stopped production of FineWoven accessories due to its poor durability. The company may move to another non-leather material for its premium accessories in the future. Apple introduced FineWoven, a soft fabric material, last year. The company claimed that the material is made of 68 percent post-consumer content and is overall more environmentally friendly compared to the company's previous line of leather accessories. As part of the introduction of FineWoven case, Apple also discontinued the use of leather for new Apple accessories. Reviewers didn't like FineWoven, calling it "bad. Like, really bad." Read more of this story at Slashdot.04:57 pmGrab this official Apple Watch Leather Link band for 60% off right now
Macworld When the Apple Watch Series 9 launched in September, the biggest change was Apple’s decision to ditch the leather bands in favor of a new FineWoven material. But while they may be friendly on the environment, the reception of the new bands has been quite unpleasant, with a new report claiming Apple has ditched the material altogether. But while Apple doesn’t sell leather bands anymore, Amazon’s Woot is running a sale on the remaining stock of old ones. Today you can get the Leather Link Apple Watch band in Ink (dark blue) or Midnight (black) for just $40, a savings of $60 on the original MSRP. The bands available fit all sizes of Apple Watch (38/40/41/42/44/45mm), although Midnight was not available in 42/44/45mm as of this writing. Apple describes the Leather Link as using Venezia leather handcrafted in Arzignano, Italy. A “delicate milling and tumbling process enhances the beautiful pebbled texture,” and a magnetic clasp ensures a firm fit. It comes with a one-year warranty from Apple, which is rare for a Woot sale, and Amazon Prime members get free shipping. The deal will remain until Wednesday, April 29 or until it’s sold out. Apple Watch04:54 pmApple reportedly plans M4 Mac mini for late 2024 or early 2025, skipping the M3
But this would be a faster turnaround time than we saw for the M3 or the M2.04:47 pmBest Buy kicks off new M3 MacBook Air sale, blowout M2 deals up to $400 off still available | AppleInsiderBest Buy kicks off new M3 MacBook Air sale, blowout M2 deals up to $400 off still available
After a weekend round of closeout MacBook Air price cuts, Best Buy is starting the week with fresh discounts on the latest M3 models.Triple-digit savings are in effect on Apple's newly released M3 MacBook Air at Best Buy this Monday, with prices dropping to as low as $999. Best of all, you don't need a Plus or Total membership to qualify.Grab the deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider04:30 pmNew cases come out ahead of 12.9-inch iPad Air
ESR banks on Apple releasing a 12.9-inch iPad Air for the first time with a new range of three new cases in splashy colors. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)