Enjoy a $100 Discount on the 2023 iMac with M3 Chip
Today’s deal is worth a look if you’re considering upgrading your work from home or office setup. The 24-inch iMac with M3 chip and 256GB SSD storage is down to just $1,199 from its original price of $1,300 on Amazon. The price refreshes on checkout. The M3 chip is the latest in Apple’s lineup, featuring […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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New Calculator app arriving on iPadOS
Apple will be launching a new Calculator app for the iPad this year. A rumor claims that iPadOS 18 will come with a native Calculator app. In hindsight, Apple has never launched a Calculator app for the iPad before, and it’s been 14 years since the company decided to include one. iPadOS 18 is expected […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Spotify is still complaining about Apple's EU App Store rules
Spotify continues to complain about an Apple Tax that it doesn't really pay, as it decries Apple's non-approval of its latest update because of a violation of App Store rules.Spotify logoOn Wednesday, Apple told Spotify that its app update for users in the EU was not allowed into regional App Store instances due to missing elements. The App Store review process determined that Spotify did not accept the terms of the Music Streaming Services Entitlement.Apple requires the entitlement to be accepted by streaming services before apps can point users toward a website owned by the developer. This can be used to handle purchases outside of the App Store. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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New 12.9-inch iPad Air no longer mini-LED, according to report
Apple will no longer have a mini-LED screen for the upcoming 12.9-inch iPad Air, according to Display Supply Chain Consultants. Ross Young, CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants, mentioned that Apple will forego mini-LED technology in favor of LCD for the 12.9-inch iPad Air variant. He backtracked on the report that the larger iPad Air […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Upcoming Apple Watch to have thinner logic board
A new material component for the Apple Watch might result in a thinner logic board, according to a DigiTimes report. Supply chain sources mentioned that one or more upcoming Apple Watch models will use resin-coated copper to produce thinner logic boards. Resin-coated copper consists of copper foil and resin for a thinner board and boasts […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Manage iPhone and iPad from Mac with revamped iMazing 3
With iMazing 3 app redesign, the software gains a fresh user interface and new features including support for connecting to Vision Pro. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Congo demands that Apple prove it doesn’t use ‘conflict minerals’
The government of Congo has notified Apple of its concerns that the company’s supply chain may be tainted by conflict minerals… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Will AI-Enabled Processors Spark a PC Supercycle This Year?
Tech industry analyst Mark Vena explores how Qualcomm, AMD, and Intel are pivotal in driving AI-enabled advancements in PCs, potentially triggering a supercycle in sales amidst fluctuating market conditions and technological innovations. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.

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Apple’s lead marketer for Vision Pro spatial computer retires
Apple's senior director leading product-marketing efforts for the company's Vision Pro spatial computer has retired following the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Spotify Says Apple Has Rejected Its App Update With Price Information for EU Users
Apple has rejected Spotify's new version of its iOS app with in-app pricing information for users in the European Union, the audio streaming firm said on Thursday. Reuters: The Swedish company submitted a new version of its app to Apple with basic pricing and website information, which is a minimum requirement under the European Commission's ruling in its music streaming case, it said in a post on X on Wednesday. Spotify said the Cupertino, California based-Apple rejected its update in a response directly sent to the company. "Apple has once again defied the European Commission's decision, rejecting our update for attempting to communicate with customers about our prices unless we pay Apple a new tax. Their disregard for consumers and developers is matched only by their disdain for the law," a spokesperson for Spotify said in a statement. In March, Brussels fined Apple with 1.84 billion euros ($1.97 billion) for thwarting competition from music streaming rivals via restrictions on its App Store, marking its first ever EU antitrust penalty, following a 2019 complaint from Spotify. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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Patrick Wardle teams up with ex-Apple researcher to boost Mac security for all
Two long-standing Mac security experts have formed DoubleYou, a firm that aims to develop security tools that other Mac developers can incorporate into their systems.DoubleYou founders believe Mac needs better securityThe new company was started by, and is named after the last initial of, noted security expert Patrick Wardle. Together with Mikhail Sosonkin, he plans to release modular security apps that can protect against one or many components of malware."Instead of building, for example, a whole product from scratch, we really took a step back," Wardle told TechCrunch, "and we said 'hey, how do the offensive adversaries do this?'" Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple Silicon supplier TSMC unveils 1.6nm process roadmap for 2026 chips
Apple Silicon supplier TSMC on Wednesday unveiled its newest semiconductor process, advanced packaging, and 3D IC technologies… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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If you're seeing canceled Apple iPhone trade-in notifications today, you're not alone
AppleInsider has learned that trade-ins for iPhones processed months ago are being mysteriously listed as canceled, and the root cause for the notification isn't known yet.Pair of iPhone 14 modelsOvernight, we got some tips about months-old trade-ins listed as cancelled. It has also also happened to one AppleInsider staffer.It's not yet clear exactly what's going on. Apple takes in one trade-in towards a single device, with multiple devices being traded in counting toward gift cards. So far, the only information we have is that it only appears to be happening to people who have traded in for a new device. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Go back in time with a modern Atari console and 200+ games for just $70
Save on My Arcade Atari Game Station Pro. The officially licensed, modern Atari console comes with tons of preloaded games for only $69.99. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Verizon upgrades Home Device Protect to cover almost all devices, 2nd residences, more
Verizon is out with an update for its Home Device Protect plan that repairs or replaces an unlimited number of devices from computers, game consoles, smart home devices, TVs, and now robot vacuums, healthcare devices, and more. The service also now covers a 2nd residence, 24/7 tech support, in-home expert visits, and more. more…

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Chinese smartphone market grows 6.5% in Q1; Apple iPhone declines 6.6%
China smartphone shipments grew 6.5% year over year (YoY) to 69.3 million units in 1Q24. Although the growth was supported by a low… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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What new features to expect in Apple Pencil 3
Get ready for Apple Pencil 3: new features like a squeeze gesture and Find My support make it a game changer for artists and note takers. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Spotify: Apple has ‘defied’ the EU by blocking latest update with pricing info
Yesterday we learned that Spotify decided to pass on Apple’s new EU terms that would allow it to use alternative payment methods due to the Core Technology Fee. Instead, it submitted an app update with pricing info and details on how to subscribe outside of the App Store without giving users a link. Now Spotify says Apple has unjustly blocked the update and again “defied the European Commission”. more…

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Blowout deals: grab a 24-inch iMac for $799 while supplies last
Apple resellers are clearing out iMac inventory this week, with staggering discounts on the M1 24-inch iMac that knock up to $700 off.Kicking off the sale, Amazon-owned Woot has the standard model with a 7-core GPU, 8GB of unified memory and a 256GB SSD marked down to $799.99 in new condition. This blowout special is available with an English or Spanish keyboard, depending on the selected colorway. According to Woot, these models come with Apple's 1-year limited warranty and are eligible for AppleCare.M1 7-core GPU, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD: $799.99 ($500 off) at Amazon-owned Woot Continue Reading on AppleInsider

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I switched from an iPhone 14 Pro to an iPhone 15 and haven’t looked back
Macworld I don’t need to have a new iPhone every year, just the procedure of changing over with various authentications is sometimes a bit annoying. What’s more, the iPhone has matured to such an extent that there are only evolutionary changes from year to year, rarely an innovation that really knocks my socks off. A new device every three to four years, possibly a replacement battery in between—that’s quite enough. After three to four years, a new iPhone really does feel revolutionary compared to the old one. But now I’m in the situation of having to change every year for professional reasons. Because even if the innovations from generation to generation are rather sparse, iI need to be familiar with each annual upgrade to make sure I give our valued readers the best possible information. But which model is best for me? Deciding on a downgrade In recent years, I have had a red iPhone 11, a green iPhone 12, a lilac-coloured iPhone 13 and a gold iPhone 14 Pro in constant use. I didn’t buy any of them myself, most of them were test models from Apple that we returned after a year, well-looked-after and undamaged. But what does a spoiled iPhone user buy when they’ve been using the iPhone 14 Pro for a whole year? Your mileage may vary, but I opted for an iPhone 15, without the “Pro.” All iPhone 15s come with USB-C instead of Lightning. All iPhone 15s come with USB-C instead of Lightning.Apple All iPhone 15s come with USB-C instead of Lightning.Apple Apple Why is that? Sure, the price plays a role. Would the features of the iPhone 15 Pro justify the extra cost? Six months after making the switch, I have an answer. Current best price: iPhone 15 Retailer Price $829 View Deal $829.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The camera: Just as good, minus the zoom Most people now make their purchase decision based on the smartphone’s camera, so most smartphone tests are actually camera tests. I had always used the normal model with its wide-angle and ultra-wide-angle lens until I got a telephoto lens with the iPhone 14 Pro. It made a difference compared to the previous iPhone 13, no question about it. On holiday, I was able to leave the other cameras at home for the first time (one a compact digital camera with 6x zoom, one a system camera with 3x zoom), especially as the iPhone simply takes better pictures. Okay, I like the computational processing of the real images better on the iPhone, but I can’t really judge whether the images are really better. 48 megapixels for full resolution – better for zooming 48 megapixels for full resolution – better for zoomingApple 48 megapixels for full resolution – better for zoomingApple Apple At the end of 2023, Apple also gave the standard iPhone a 2x zoom. The trick is that the scene photographed with the 48-megapixel sensor just uses the center 12 megapixels, which is a sort of crop-zoom. As a result, the 2x magnification works like an optical zoom without the resolution suffering and the photo becoming grainy. And even at 3x zoom, though digitally enlarged, was not a problem. When the Alps seem to start just behind Munich on a clear day, you can’t capture this adequately on a picture with a triple zoom, whereas the digital zoom shows the Zugspitze large, but quite blurred. The change has not taken away my enjoyment of the iPhone in terms of the camera, the 5x zoom (optical) of the iPhone 15 Pro Max would have been a good reason for a bigger investment, but the Pro Max is too large for me. Let’s see if the rumors are true and the iPhone 16 Pro also gets a 5x or even 6x zoom in a size that I can tolerate. Will I have to pass on the 15 after just one year in the family? My son with his iPhone 11 might be interested. The processor: I don’t notice any difference What will soon apply to the Mac chips of the M series has been the rule for the A-Bionics of the iPhones for a few years now: the improvements from year to year are measurable but incremental, but every few years a new chip causes a sensation thanks to the further shrinking of the manufacturing process. In 2023, this happened with the A17 Pro, the first chip manufactured using the 3 nm process. But that’s no reason for me to buy the more expensive iPhone 15 Pro, because I don’t really need hardware ray tracing; I’m a casual gamer at best, and then preferably chess. The best iPhone chip to date will no longer be good enough for some tasks in 2024. The best iPhone chip to date will no longer be good enough for some tasks in 2024.Apple The best iPhone chip to date will no longer be good enough for some tasks in 2024.Apple Apple So my switch from the iPhone 14 Pro to the iPhone 15 meant sticking with the same chip, the A16 Bionic with its 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU and 16-core Neutral Engine: a wonderful piece of technology that is still way ahead of the pack and is completely sufficient for my everyday use. Things will probably not be much different with the next major leap, but if Apple uses more AI in iOS 18, its functions may not run on all older iPhones. You may get all the latest AI features with the A18 Pro, so even an iPhone 15 Pro wouldn’t help me much here. And I would hardly have noticed its better performance compared to the iPhone 15. So I don’t miss anything when it comes to the chip. Current best price: iPhone 15 Pro Retailer Price $999 View Deal $999.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Color and shape: A matter of taste You can take the view that an iPhone is only an iPhone if the casing is black. I respect that, but I don’t follow it. My second iPhone, a 4S, was white. Then I favored gold, then red, light green, lilac, white gold and now: light blue. Sure, the titanium colors of the iPhone 15 Pro are very chic, let’s see what Apple comes up with for the iPhone 16 Pro. The iPhone 15’s colors are a little pale, especially compared to the previous generations, but that doesn’t bother me. Green, yellow and even blue are rather white with a hint of the main color, only the black and the pink are a little bolder. To be honest, the iPhone 14 Pro in gold was rather unfortunate in terms of color. The gold was very pale, the back more milky-white than anything else. In real life, the colours are much paler than in Apple’s promotional image. In real life, the colours are much paler than in Apple’s promotional image.Apple In real life, the colours are much paler than in Apple’s promotional image.Apple Apple I would have been reluctant to say goodbye to the damn chic Deep Purple colour or the Sierra Blue of the iPhone 13 Pro, but I don’t miss anything. On the contrary: I like the colour so much that I don’t want to hide it and have bought a transparent case. But after six months, it’s already clearly yellowed. I’ve taken out Apple Care+, so maybe I should use the iPhone without the case? It feels really comfortable in my hand, far better than the iPhone 14 Pro without a case. Display: The main reason to go Pro Apple passes on some innovations from the Pro models to the regular iPhones in the next generation, such as the sensor shift image stabilisation, which was initially only built into the iPhone 12 Pro Max and a year later into all iPhones 13. Other features are reserved for the Pros for longer, or end up not being included in the second division at all. (Or should we rather talk about Champions League and Europa League? The regular iPhones are far better than second division!) So far, this includes ProMotion, the adaptive screen refresh rate that Apple has been including with the iPad Pro for years and has only been using with iPhone since the iPhone 14 Pro. Critics of the iPhone have complained that there is still no 120Hz display for the no-Pro models, but that is only one end of the spectrum. A higher refresh rate leads to a better experience in many games, which, as mentioned above, is not so important to me. And I don’t notice that it’s smoother to scroll through websites, for example. With a refresh rate of 1 Hz, the iPhone keeps you informed about current events even when locked, which used to be better anyway. With a refresh rate of 1 Hz, the iPhone keeps you informed about current events even when locked, which used to be better anyway.Zaawely Graphics / shutterstock.com With a refresh rate of 1 Hz, the iPhone keeps you informed about current events even when locked, which used to be better anyway.Zaawely Graphics / shutterstock.com Zaawely Graphics / shutterstock.com At the other end of the spectrum, however, there is something I miss about the iPhone 15, possibly the only feature of the iPhone 14 Pro: the always-on display, which uses a refresh rate of 1 Hz. This was a little unusual at the time and nothing new for Android users, and not every Apple user approved of the feature. However, I liked it and I wish Apple had at least passed this function from the iPhone 14 Pro to the iPhone 15. But that will happen at some point, and my iPhone 15 is certainly not my last iPhone. This article originally appeared on Macwelt and was translated by Jason Cross. iPhone

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