6 forgotten Apple products getting an update this year
Macworld Flagship iPhones, iPads, and Macs typically steal the spotlight when it comes to Apple events and announcements, dominating news coverage and customer interest. However, Apple also offers a wide range of lesser-known products that, while not necessarily as popular or powerful, remain important parts of its ecosystem. Based on the rumor calendar, 2025 is set to be a packed year for Apple hardware, and these six forgotten devices could finally be getting some long-overdue upgrades. iPhone SE 4 Despite being the least capable 2025 Apple phone, the iPhone SE 4—or iPhone 16E—could turn out to be a best-seller after it likely launches in March. Compared to its three-year-old predecessor, the fourth-generation budget iPhone is expected to feature an all-new exterior that resembles an iPhone 14 or 15. That’s not to mention supporting Apple Intelligence (thanks to the base A18 chip), adopting Face ID, switching to USB-C, boasting an edge-to-edge OLED panel, and packing a 48MP rear camera. September’s iPhone 17 phones will undoubtedly intrigue more users with their high-end technical specifications. Nevertheless, given its rumored sub-$500 price, the iPhone SE 4 could convince budget-conscious customers to finally upgrade their worn-out iPhones or mid-range Android phones. After all, it will likely be the first SE model to offer both a modern design and premium internals—and that’ll entice numerous undecided buyers to opt for it.  Apple Watch SE 3 Another outdated SE product rumored to get an upgrade this year is the Apple Watch. Despite being the company’s cheapest smartwatch, this model provides a reliable experience—sans some inessential perks currently exclusive to the Series and Ultra models. So, for just $249, users get the same battery life and main set of watchOS apps, excluding support for ECG, an always-on display, and precision finding. This makes it the perfect pick for those seeking to live a more active life but can’t justify paying extra for the bonus sensors. In September, the Apple Watch SE 3 is expected to launch with a fresh design, retiring the aluminum chassis in favor of colorful plastic. Consequently, the wearable could potentially drop its price to better compete against cheap fitness trackers and appeal to youngsters. Beyond that, it could pack a faster S-series chipset, bringing faster performance and unlocking more demanding features. The Apple Watch SE hasn’t changed much in 5 years.Foundry AirTag 2 Released in 2021, the AirTag is arguably the most effective Bluetooth tracker for casual item location. It’s powered by Apple’s vast Find My network, making it discoverable by hundreds of millions of iDevices around the planet. At some point this year, Apple is expected to finally release the coin-sized tracker’s successor, featuring a newer ultra-wideband chip and added privacy measures. Thanks to the upgraded UWB chip, users will reportedly be able to locate the AirTag 2 with more precision. And since many criminals rely on modified AirTags to stalk their victims, Apple could make removing its speaker more challenging. It certainly won’t be 2025’s most exciting launch, but given the nature of the product, it’s a welcome upgrade nonetheless. HomePod mini 2 The HomePod mini turns five this year. And, disregarding the superficial color refresh, it has yet to receive its first upgrade. Fortunately, the 2nd-gen model could finally launch in the fall. Based on credible rumors, the HomePod mini 2 will boast a faster processor, Apple’s in-house wireless connectivity chipset, potential Wi-Fi 6E support, and an enhanced UWB chip for improved Handoff. The speaker could also play a bigger role in Apple’s HomeKit infrastructure, as the company is about to embrace and take smart home products more seriously. It may not be the most groundbreaking release, but it certainly will maximize the HomePod mini’s function in people’s houses. Apple TV 4K 4 Speaking of homes, the Apple TV 4K could get its first upgrade in three years this fall, too. The fourth-generation model, like the HomePod mini 2, will likely adopt Apple’s own networking chip, along with a faster A-series brain. Besides potentially expanding its smart home capabilities, it’s unclear if the Apple TV 4K 4 will bring any other notable features, but expect it to be positioned as a new smart home device that’s more than just a silent home hub. The next-gen Apple TV 4K might be more than just a set-top box.Foundry Studio and Pro displays Launched in 2019 and 2022, respectively, the Pro Display XDR and Studio Display are overdue for an upgrade. Despite starting at $4,999 and packing industry-leading technology, the former screen could use some improvements. For example, its current refresh rate caps out at 60Hz, so supporting ProMotion (120Hz) would be a great start. It could also borrow some Studio Display features, such as the FaceTime camera and spatial audio speakers. This would turn it into a higher-end variant of the Studio Display—and far more enticing for its $4,999 price tag—and maybe include a stand this time. Meanwhile, this year’s Studio Display could finally switch to mini-LED and improve the bundled webcam. It remains to be seen if Apple has other upgrades in store or plans to drop its $1,599 starting price. In with the new Considering Apple doesn’t upgrade the devices above as frequently as other products, this year will be the perfect entry point for newcomers. Customers looking to get started with the essentials will be able to own an affordable, up-to-date iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirTag. Meanwhile, users migrating their media streaming setup to Apple will appreciate the equally inexpensive Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini—which can seamlessly output tvOS audio. And while the first-party displays may be relatively niche, their release could accompany new, M4-powered Mac Studio and Mac Pro machines. These would pair well together for professionals seeking high-end configurations. Of course, beyond these six forgotten products, Apple also has a slew of regular updates on tap. These will likely include an M4 MacBook Air and iPad Air, iPad 11 with Apple Intelligence support, M5 MacBook Pro and iPad Pro, Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3, and hopefully some surprises along the way.

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Apple publishes macOS Sequoia 15.3 release notes with Release Candidate
With Apple’s iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3 updates expected to be released into the public sometime next week, Apple on Tuesday seeded the Release Candidate version of its macOS Sequoia 15.3 update. Provided no underlying bugs are discovered, the update is expected to feature the following fixes and changes along with other […] Source

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iPhone SE 4: Everything you need to know about Apple’s next budget phone
Macworld Apple last updated its entry-level iPhone in March 2022, adding a few nips and tucks here and there along with a quiet price increase. It kept the “iPhone 8” design with its Home button and small form factor that appeals to some, but the aging design and minimal upgrades meant the new iPhone SE was coolly received by the masses. The iPhone SE is in desperate need of a big upgrade, and if you are wondering “will there be new iPhone SE?” it looks like a new iPhone SE – maybe with a brand new name – will arrive in the spring of 2025. Updated January 21, 2025: A new report states that the iPhone SE may have a Dynamic Island instead of a notch. New iPhone SE release date: When is the new iPhone SE coming out? Spring 2025 (estimated), perhaps at a Spring Apple Event. It looks like a release is imminent, with all the rumors and leaks indicating a launch in March or April 2025. This release date isn’t a surprise. Apple’s iPhone SE doesn’t follow the same predictable annual release schedule as the standard iPhone line, and it doesn’t tend to have its release party in September like that handset. There tend to be much longer intervals between updates too. But one thing seems sure: The iPhone SE tends to be updated in March or April. Here’s when the three models released so far made their debut: iPhone SE (3rd gen): March 2022 iPhone SE (2nd gen): April 2020 iPhone SE (1st gen): March 2016 Apple’s current budget phone, the iPhone SE (2022)Dominik Tomaszewski What will the new iPhone SE be called? SE 4 or iPhone 16E? While we assumed Apple would continue the iPhone SE for another generation, a rumor in January 2025 claims that Apple will introduce a new name: iPhone 16E. That name would align it with the current generation and also could indicate an annual upgrade cycle. New iPhone SE price: How much will the iPhone SE 4 cost? While the iPhone SE is Apple’s cheapest iPhones, it is possible we could see pricing increase with the arrival of the new model. Pricing has steadily increased across the three existing generations, no doubt influenced by the global cost of components and distribution. When the iPhone SE (3rd generation) was released, Apple added a chunk onto the cost, making the current model somewhat less desirable than previous iterations, especially when you factor in the measly amount of storage that comes with the baseline model. At launch the prices were even higher in the U.K. but, in September 2023, after adjusting for inflation, Apple dropped the U.K. price back to match the U.S. price. Apple did the same thing for prices in euros in September 2024. Here’s how they line up: iPhone SE (3rd gen, 2022): 64GB: $429/£429 (was £449 at launch) 128GB: $479/£479 (was £499 at launch) 256GB: $579/£579 (was £609 at launch) iPhone SE (2nd gen, 2020):  64GB: $399/£419 128GB: $449/£469 256GB: $549/£569 iPhone SE (1st gen, 2016):  32GB: $399/£379 128GB: $499/£449 Higher component pricing and the effect of higher import duties is likely to lead to higher prices for consumers wishing to purchase the new iPhone SE. However, the iPhone SE needs to be inexpensive relative to other iPhones, and we’d be surprised to see the price increase too much with the next generation, even with several rumored upgrades. The latest rumors claim the 4th-gen iPhone SE could start at $499, still far less expensive than any other new iPhone Apple sells. However, with Apple tending to have a $100 jump between handsets, with the iPhone 16 starting at $799 and the iPhone 15 at $699. If the iPhone SE replaces the iPhone 14 in the line up, it could mean a $599 starting price. That’s assuming that the new iPhone SE doesn’t replace the iPhone 15 at a $699 starting price. Hopefully Apple won’t push up the price that much. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman claims the next model is intended to help Apple compete with low-end Android phones in China, so a low price would be necessary to achieve this plan. New iPhone SE design: What will the new iPhone SE look like? Will the iPhone SE get a long-overdue design revamp? Rumors suggest that we could see a move away from the iPhone 8 chassis to something more like modern iPhones, with Face ID and a full-screen display. That could be good or bad news, depending on your viewpoint. Some people prefer the Home button as a means to interact with their iPhone, for some older people and those who are less dexterous it is helpful to have a physical button. No Home button is likely to mean a notch—and that’s a notch, rather than the Dynamic Island. In terms of overall appearance, the iPhone SE would likely resemble the iPhone 14. A rumor in July 2024 suggested Apple will change course with the iPhone SE 4 and instead use the same body as the iPhone 16, making it a true budget version of the latest iPhone lineup. If Apple chooses to use the chassis of the iPhone 16 rather than the iPhone 14 that could allow the best alignment of two camera lenses for talking videos for the Vision Pro. But that would mean that the iPhone SE would have two cameras on the back, rather than just one, as it does currently. It would also make it hard to differentiate between models, pushing some users who might otherwise consider the iPhone 16 to buy the iPhone SE 4 at a lower price. We got our first look at what a “dummy model” for the new iPhone SE in January from leaker Sonny Dickson, and it definitely looks like an iPhone 14 with a single rear camera. Sonny Dickson/X However, a report on January 21 by leaker Evan Blass states that the new iPhone Se will have a Dynamic Island and not a notch. Apple first dropped the notch with the iPhone 14 Pro followed by the iPhone 15 a year later. Rumors have long claimed the iPhone SE 4 will be based on the iPhone 14, the last iPhone to have a notch. iPhone SE 4 specs: Will Apple Intelligence be supported? The iPhones launched in 2024 were all about Apple Intelligence AI features, which first arrived with iOS 18.1 and will continue to get new features in iOS 18 updates. It is therefore likely that when the new iPhone SE (or iPhone 16E) launches, it will support Apple Intelligence. In fact, one of the biggest new features, a massive expansion of Siri capabilities, is due for release in iOS 18.4 around the same time the iPhone SE 4 is expected to be released. Processor & RAM: To run Apple Intelligence an iPhone requires an A17 Pro or A18 chip and 8GB of RAM. There is some expectation that the iPhone SE 4 could meet these requirements. It is common for the iPhone SE to have the same processor as the latest non-Pro iPhone but skimp on other features to differentiate itself, so we expect the iPhone SE 4 to have the A18 processor. Other than the processor and RAM requirements, we may see some other internal changes including the following: Modem: The iPhone SE 4 might be the first iPhone to feature Apple’s own 5G modems (codenamed Sinope). It will offers sub-6 support but no mmWave, and lower performance than Qualcomm’s best 5G modems but better power efficiency. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth: Apple is also about to switch over to its own Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip, codenamed Proxima. The rumors say this chip will actually appear first in a refreshed HomePod mini and Apple TV, but there’s a chance it could be used in the iPhone SE 4. Storage: With the iPhone 13 range moving to a baseline of 128GB (and the 14-series handsets following suit), it’s hoped that the new iPhone SE might do likewise, as 64GB isn’t enough for most users anymore, especially since system files take up more than 10GB (and you can add a multi-gigabyte Apple Intelligence model to that). There are no good rumors one way or the other about the minimum storage for the iPhone SE 4. However, since Apple has upped the entry-level storage in the iPad mini from 64GB to 128GB it may follow suit with the iPhone SE 4 (we hope so). USB-C: We expect the iPhone SE 4 to feature a USB-C port for charging, as all new iPhones do, and IP68 water resistance. The current SE is one of the last remaining Apple devices to still have a Lightning port. Apple has stopped selling the iPhone SE and 14 and 14 Plus in the EU because of the use of the Lightning port, so it would be illogical if it had anything other than USB-C. Camera(s): One of the defining features of the iPhone SE is a single camera on the back. This is probably not going to change, although if the new iPhone SE does adopt the chassis of an iPhone 14 or 16 it is possible. The latest rumors suggest a single 48 megapixel camera, which would at least give the iPhone SE 4 a good 2x “optical zoom” mode using the center 12MP of the sensor, as the iPhone 16 does. Action Button: An alleged leak of an iPhone SE 4 case shows a cutout for the mute switch rather than an Action Button, and of course there will be no Camera Control button—if the iPhone SE 4 had these features there would be little reason for anyone to buy an iPhone 16! iPhone SE 4: Will the new iPhone SE use Touch ID or Face ID? The most recent rumors say the new iPhone SE will have Face ID with a notch (not dynamic island), similar to an iPhone 13 or iPhone 14. That means Touch ID, which has been a staple of the SE line since its debut, will go away. iPhone history The iPhone 16 range and the iPhone SE 3 are the current-generation models available from Apple. In addition to this SE 4 model we’re also expecting iPhone 17 to launch in 2025. Below you can find links below to our reviews of all iPhone models, including the latest generation. Learn more about all the new Apple products coming this year and when is the next Apple event. You might also want to check out our advice on when is the best time to buy a new iPhone, our iPhone buying guide, and our comparison of every iPhone that is available to buy today. Original iPhone (2007) review iPhone 3G (2008) review iPhone 3GS (2009) review iPhone 4 (2010) review iPhone 4s (2011) review iPhone 5 (2012) review iPhone 5c (2013) review iPhone 5s (2013) review iPhone 6 (2014) review iPhone 6 Plus (2014) review iPhone 6s (2015) review iPhone 6s Plus (2015) review iPhone SE (1st generation; 2016) review iPhone 7 (2016) review iPhone 7 Plus (2016) review iPhone 8 (2017) review iPhone 8 Plus (2017) review iPhone X (2017) review iPhone XR (2018) review iPhone XS (2018) review iPhone XS Max (2018) review iPhone 11 (2019) review iPhone 11 Pro (2019) review iPhone 11 Pro Max (2019) review iPhone SE (2nd generation; 2020) review iPhone 12 (2020) review iPhone 12 Mini (2020) review iPhone 12 Pro (2020) review iPhone 12 Pro Max (2020) review iPhone 13 (2021) review iPhone 13 mini (2021) review iPhone 13 Pro (2021) review iPhone 13 Pro Max (2021) review iPhone SE (3rd generation; 2022) review iPhone 14 (2022) review iPhone 14 Plus (2022) review iPhone 14 Pro (2022) review iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022) review iPhone 15 (2023) review iPhone 15 Plus (2023) review iPhone 15 Pro (2023) review iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) review iPhone 16 & 16 Plus review iPhone 16 Pro & Pro Max review

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Arvada, Colorado police department begins giving away free AirTags, Tile trackers to help cut down on auto thefts
Apple’s AirTags, albeit controversial at times, have gained a reputation for tracking objects and possessions well. Colorado’s police department is taking this one step further and has begun giving them away to help deter auto theft. CBS Colorado shared a story on its YouTube channel yesterday about the recent Arvada, Colorado AirTag distribution (via AppleInsider). […] Source

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Want to switch jobs? Consider joining the highest paying industry: cybersecurity
Macworld A new year usually means a reassessment of what’s going on in your life. Are you happy with your current job? If not, consider switching to cybersecurity. It’s one of the fastest-growing industries, offering plenty of opportunities and competitive salaries for a variety of roles. While you might think you have to return to school to gain cybersecurity expertise, that’s not the case. You could sharpen your knowledge with these cybersecurity training courses, which could make you a more attractive applicant for only $59.99 (reg. $936).  Interested in ethical hacking or penetration testing? Those are just two highly lucrative roles you could land by using this bundle’s courses to learn how to assess security risks, identify weaknesses in an organization’s systems, and simulate cyber attacks to test your organization’s security measures. Perhaps joining the field as a network administrator is appealing. These training courses could help you understand common cybersecurity threats and how to mitigate them, as well as show you how to implement protocols to protect sensitive client or patient information. Regardless of your specific interest, this bundle could just help you decide which area of the cybersecurity and IT field interests you. Grab lifetime access to this cybersecurity and IT skills online learning bundle for $59.99. Supplies are limited, so act while they’re still available.   The Complete 2025 Cybersecurity Developer & IT Super Skills Bundle Only $59.99 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change.

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Meta AR glasses could launch in 2027 to take on Apple
Meta's first AR glasses may launch in 2027 if the company does not give up on them. It might also launch a smartwatch this year. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Netflix hikes prices yet again
Your Netflix subscription is getting more expensive, again, with prices increasing by $1 – $2.50 across the board. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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How to use Clean Up in iOS 18 Photos to remove distractions
Apple's new Clean Up tool is a great use of Apple Intelligence that can enhance your photos without excessive editing. Here's how it works.The new Clean Up tool comes to the Photos appClean Up is part of Apple Intelligence as, unlike with some repair tools, it uses generative AI. The AI analyzes the photo to do its best to fill in or remove the selected area.We have found it to be one of the most useful Apple Intelligence features in our testing so far. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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macOS Sequoia 15.3 and iOS 18.3 Enable Apple Intelligence Automatically
Apple's upcoming updates -- macOS Sequoia 15.3, iOS 18.3, and iPadOS 18.3 -- will enable Apple Intelligence by default on compatible devices, requiring users to manually disable it if undesired. From Apple's developer release notes: "For users new or upgrading to iOS 18.3, Apple Intelligence will be enabled automatically during iPhone onboarding. Users will have access to Apple Intelligence features after setting up their devices. To disable Apple Intelligence, users will need to navigate to the Apple Intelligence & Siri Settings pane and turn off the Apple Intelligence toggle. This will disable Apple Intelligence features on their device." MacRumors reports: With macOS Sequoia 15.1, macOS Sequoia 15.2, iOS 18.1, and iOS 18.2, Apple Intelligence was opt-in rather than opt-out, and users who wanted the feature needed to turn it on in the Settings app. Going forward, it will be enabled by default, and Mac, iPhone, and iPad users who do not want to use the feature will need to turn it off. The report notes that macOS Sequoia 15.3 introduces Genmoji, allowing Mac users to create custom emoji characters, and enhances Notification summaries with clearer indicators for AI-generated information. Public releases of this and other software updates are expected next week, following today's release candidate versions. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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iOS Decoded: iOS 18.3 RC new hidden features, changes and updates [Videos]
Today Apple pushed out the release candidate for iOS 18.3, this comes on the heels of last Thursday’s release of iOS 18.3 developer beta 3. In its release notes, Apple states that the update brings improvements to visual intelligence, along with the boilerplate other enhancements, bug fixes, and security updates. But there’s much more than meets the eye when it comes to this iOS 18.3 release candidate. Beneath the surface, there’s new evidence of the upcoming iOS 18.4 Siri updates, future changes with screen recording/streaming, and new animations for Shortcuts and Messages. In this hands-on video, we take a look at what’s new in iOS 18.3. Be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube for more videos like this. more…

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Marvel Snap is back online in the US after outage caused by the TikTok ban
Marvel Snap is once again available to users in the United States, following the aftermath of the TikTok ban and the actions against ByteDance, but it still isn't on Apple's App Store.Marvel Snap is back online, but still not on the App Store in the US.Marvel Snap is a relatively popular digital card-collecting game. The game's publisher is Nuverse, a subsidiary of none other than ByteDance — the same company that owns the controversial social media platform TikTok, CapCut, and other applications.On January 19, 2025, the United States government enacted a blanket ban against all ByteDance applications, including both TikTok and Marvel Snap. As a result, the apps were no longer available to users in the United States, and they were both removed from the US App Store on iOS. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple Maps still calls it the Gulf of Mexico, and politicians are upset
President Trump signed an executive order demanding that many landmarks change their names, including the Gulf of Mexico, but Apple Maps hasn't changed. Here's why it isn't quite that simple.The Gulf of Mexico remains in Apple MapsMaps are a funny thing. For a long time, we studied global geography using a map designed in 1569, but it inaccurately shows North America and Europe as much larger than they should be.Nearly five hundred years later, we've started adapting more recent models that accurately show continent size. I bring this up simply because maps are complicated and changing the ones we rely on can take a lot of time and effort. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Netflix is getting another price hike to kick off 2025
In a likely attempt to satisfy current shareholders and deal with increased content production and licensing costs, Netflix is increasing pricing for most of its plans, worldwide.Netflix is increasing prices for subscriptions in 2025.Users can expect to pay even more for their Netflix subscriptions in 2025, as Netflix has raised prices across the board. Virtually every Netflix plan, from the low-cost ad-supported subscription option to the premium plan, will see a substantial increase in pricing. The change applies to multiple countries, as well, directly impacting a large number of consumers.The company's cheapest ad-supported plan will increase to $7.99 per month, up from the previous $6.99. The standard ad-free plan, meanwhile, will go from a monthly price of $15.49 to $17.99. The price of the premium tier will be a whole $3 higher — $24.99, instead of the usual $22.99. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Best Amazon deals on Apple: $23 AirTag, up to $250 off MacBooks, $300 off iPad Pro
Amazon is ramping up its deals on Apple this week, with fresh price drops on AirPods, AirTags, MacBooks and more. We've rounded up the best offers to save you money in 2025.Save up to $300 on Apple devices at Amazon - Image credit: Apple, Amazon.A single AirTag is down to $22.99 at Amazon this Tuesday, along with a steep discount on an upgraded 14-inch MacBook Pro with 1TB of storage and the 14C CPU/20C GPU M4 Pro chip.We're following the deals (and dozens more) in our Apple Price Guide, with top offers from the sale handpicked by our team and broken down by category below. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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watchOS 11’s Vitals App May Detect Illness
Adam Engst explores whether the Apple Watch’s new Vitals app, which tracks five health metrics, can identify illness onset and shares his experience with COVID-19 detection through abnormal measurements.

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Apple Intelligence is enabled by default in iOS 18.3 and macOS 15.3
Macworld From its introduction in iOS 18.1, Apple Intelligence has been an opt-in feature. Users had to decide to enable it, with Apple even going so far as to put people on a waiting list before they could use it. With iOS 18.3 and macOS 15.3, Apple’s AI features become a standard default part of the experience for all compatible iPhones (iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, iPhone 16), iPads, and Macs (all Macs with M1 or later processors). According to the developer documentation, Apple Intelligence will be enabled by default: For users new or upgrading to iOS 18.3, Apple Intelligence will be enabled automatically during iPhone onboarding. Users will have access to Apple Intelligence features after setting up their devices. To disable Apple Intelligence, users will need to navigate to the Apple Intelligence & Siri Settings pane and turn off the Apple Intelligence toggle. This will disable Apple Intelligence features on their device. Obviously, this will only be true in the regions and languages for which Apple Intelligence is available. It makes some sense; These are distinguishing features of these devices and, unlike some Siri requests and responses, Apple Intelligence features are either processed entirely on the device or via Private Cloud Compute where everything is encrypted and never saved. Still, Apple Intelligence is clearly labeled as “Beta” and it feels premature to make any beta features opt-out rather than opt-in. To disable Apple Intelligence, open Settings, select Apple Intelligence & Siri, and flip the toggle switch to turn it off.

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Apple Intelligence is enabled by default in iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS 15.3
Starting with iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS 15.3, Apple Intelligence features will be enabled by default for new users and those… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Gaming on Apple Vision Pro could see huge growth soon, per game makers
A new survey of game developers shows significant interest in the Vision Pro for gaming, with big growth expected from soon-to-be made visionOS games. Here are the details. more…

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iOS 18.3 RC introduces new Visual Intelligence features & notification summaries changes
The iPhone 16 range will receive support for two Visual Intelligence features with the iOS 18.3 update, while Apple Intelligence's notification summaries are getting much needed changes.The iOS 18.3 release candidate includes support for two Visual Intelligence features on iPhone 16.On Tuesday, Apple deployed release candidate versions of iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3. Though the update is compatible with devices as old as the iPhone XR and iPhone XS, Tuesday's release candidate primarily affects the iPhone 16 line and its unique Visual Intelligence features.More general Apple Intelligence changes and fixes are also present in the update. Primarily, Apple has changed how notification summaries work after several problems with how the feature dealt with news headlines. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Netflix hikes subscription prices across the board
Netflix is once again increasing its subscription prices. Effective immediately, the entry-level plan with ads will now be priced at $7.99… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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iOS 18.3 and macOS Sequoia 15.3 take their penultimate step before release
Get a glimpse of the improvements coming soon in the macOS Sequoia 15.3 and iOS 18.3 release to find out what Apple has in store. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Netflix announces price increase for all three of its plans
Netflix is hiking its prices once again. Starting today, the cheapest Netflix plan will cost $7.99 per month, while the top-of-the-line plan with 4K streaming will cost you a cool $24.99 monthly. more…

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Apple Watch Ultra 3: Three new features are coming later this year
Apple Watch Ultra, outside of a very nice new titanium black, hasn’t been meaningfully upgraded since 2023. But later this year that’s going to change when the Apple Watch Ultra 3 arrives. Here are three new features coming to the Apple Watch Ultra 3. more…

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Silo season 3 will solve the show’s darkness problem, says creator
Apple TV+ just wrapped up Silo season 2, but the series has already been picked up for seasons 3 and 4. Now, the show’s creator has revealed a big visual change to expect in the next season. more…

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‘Silo’ Season 3 is going to be a lot less dark than season 2
Fans of "Silo" can expect a significant shift in tone for the upcoming third season. Unlike the notably dark atmosphere of season two… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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UK moves driver’s licenses into new wallet app
The U.K. government committed to an app that will let users leave their physical driver’s license at home. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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iOS 18.3 automatically enables Apple Intelligence for users, requires opt-out to disable
iOS 18.3 is launching soon, as today’s RC beta confirms. Alongside updates to notification summaries, the release will also automatically enable Apple Intelligence for iPhone users, and the Mac and iPad will follow suit. more…

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iPhone SE 4 may feature Dynamic Island
The upcoming iPhone SE is rumored to include a compelling set of features that could position it as the ideal iPhone for a large portion of… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Quickly hide notifications from that one noisy group chat
You can hide alerts on your iPhone from a particularly noisy group chat in Messages, like Do Not Disturb for a single conversation. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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What’s new in macOS 15.3? Here are Apple’s full release notes
Apple released the RC (release candidate) beta for macOS Sequoia 15.3 earlier today. As such, we now have access to the full release notes for the update. more…

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Chinese Innovations Spawn Wave of Toll Phishing Via SMS
Residents across the United States are being inundated with text messages purporting to come from toll road operators like E-ZPass, warning that recipients face fines if a delinquent toll fee remains unpaid. Researchers say the surge in SMS spam coincides with new features added to a popular commercial phishing kit sold in China that makes it simple to set up convincing lures spoofing toll road operators in multiple U.S. states.

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Microsoft: Happy 2025. Here’s 161 Security Updates
Microsoft today unleashed updates to plug a whopping 161 security vulnerabilities in Windows and related software, including three "zero-day" weaknesses that are already under active attack. Redmond's inaugural Patch Tuesday of 2025 bundles more fixes than the company has shipped in one go since 2017.

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A Day in the Life of a Prolific Voice Phishing Crew
Besieged by scammers seeking to phish user accounts over the telephone, Apple and Google frequently caution that they will never reach out unbidden to users this way. However, new details about the internal operations of a prolific voice phishing gang show the group routinely abuses legitimate services at Apple and Google to force a variety of outbound communications to their users, including emails, automated phone calls and system-level messages sent to all signed-in devices.

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U.S. Army Soldier Arrested in AT&T, Verizon Extortions
Federal authorities have arrested and indicted a 20-year-old U.S. Army soldier on suspicion of being Kiberphant0m, a cybercriminal who has been selling and leaking sensitive customer call records stolen earlier this year from AT&T and Verizon. As first reported by KrebsOnSecurity last month, the accused is a communications specialist who was recently stationed in South Korea.

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Happy 15th Anniversary, KrebsOnSecurity!
KrebsOnSecurity.com turns 15 years old today! Maybe it's indelicate to celebrate the birthday of a cybercrime blog that mostly publishes bad news, but happily many of 2024's most engrossing security stories were about bad things happening to bad guys. It's also an occasion to note that despite my publishing fewer stories than ever this past year, we somehow managed to attract near record levels of readership (thank you!).

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Here are the latest iPhone trade-in values at Apple
Get up to $630 on the purchase of new or refurbished iPhone at Apple using their official Trade In program. Trade in your old iPhone, and Apple will apply its appraised value toward the purchase of any new iPhone. According to Apple, "Answer a few questions to find out your device’s trade-in value. Then give us your device and we’ll put the value on an Apple gift card (or e-credit) you can use anytime. If it’s ready to recycle, we’ll do it for free. Trading in your device is as easy as buying a new one. We’ll give you a prepaid trade-in kit or shipping label to send it off. Or you can bring it to an Apple Store. We’ll either give you instant credit toward the purchase of a new product or send your device on to our recyclers." Current max trade in values (January 2025) are as follows...

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Here are the latest iPhone trade-in values at Apple
Get up to $630 on the purchase of new or refurbished iPhone at Apple using their official Trade In program. Trade in your old iPhone, and Apple will apply its appraised value toward the purchase of any new iPhone. According to Apple, "Answer a few questions to find out your device’s trade-in value. Then give us your device and we’ll put the value on an Apple gift card (or e-credit) you can use anytime. If it’s ready to recycle, we’ll do it for free. Trading in your device is as easy as buying a new one. We’ll give you a prepaid trade-in kit or shipping label to send it off. Or you can bring it to an Apple Store. We’ll either give you instant credit toward the purchase of a new product or send your device on to our recyclers." Current max trade in values (January 2025) are as follows...

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Here are the latest iPhone trade-in values at Apple
Get up to $630 on the purchase of new or refurbished iPhone at Apple using their official Trade In program. Trade in your old iPhone, and Apple will apply its appraised value toward the purchase of any new iPhone. According to Apple, "Answer a few questions to find out your device’s trade-in value. Then give us your device and we’ll put the value on an Apple gift card (or e-credit) you can use anytime. If it’s ready to recycle, we’ll do it for free. Trading in your device is as easy as buying a new one. We’ll give you a prepaid trade-in kit or shipping label to send it off. Or you can bring it to an Apple Store. We’ll either give you instant credit toward the purchase of a new product or send your device on to our recyclers." Current max trade in values (January 2025) are as follows...

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Amazon is offering slight discount, ranging up to 6% off MSRP, on new M4 Mac minis
Amazon has the new M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis discounted up to 6% off MSRP right now. Shipping is free. Their prices are the lowest currently available for these popular new minis: - Mac mini M4 (16GB/256GB): $569, $30 off MSRP - Mac mini M4 (16GB/512GB): $744, $54 off MSRP - Mac mini M4 (24GB/512GB): $939, $60 off MSRP - Mac mini M4 Pro (24GB/512GB): $1369.99, $30 off MSRP For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Unreal Mobile is offering a $100 instant discount on any new iPhone
Unreal Mobile, an MVNO using AT&T and T-Mobile's networks, is offering a $100 discount on any new iPhone with service. This includes new iPhone 16 models as well as iPhone 15, 14, 13, and SE phones. New phones come with their Unlimited 20GB high-speed plan for $30 per month, billed at $90 every 3 months. Slower speeds apply after 20GB per month. Phones are locked to Unreal Mobile for 12 months of service. This deal is live today at Unreal Mobile. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our iPhone Price Tracker, updated daily.

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New sale at B&H: 14-inch M4 Max MacBook Pros for $300 off MSRP
B&H Photo is offering a $300 discount on new 14-inch MacBook Pros with M4 Max CPUs right now, both Silver and Black colors. B&H offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: - 14" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB): $2899, $300 off MSRP Their price is among the lowest available today for a new 14" M4 Max MacBook Pro among the Apple retailers we track. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Clearance 14-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pros available today for $1599, $400 off original MSRP
B&H Photo has clearance 14" M3 Pro MacBook Pros on sale for $400 off original MSRP with prices available starting at $1599. B&H offers free 1-2 day delivery to most US addresses: - 14" 11-Core M3 Pro MacBook Pro (18GB RAM/512GB SSD): $1599 $400 off MSRP - 14" 12-Core M3 Pro MacBook Pro (18GB RAM/1TB SSD): $1999 $400 off MSRP These are the lowest available prices for last-generation 14" M3 Pro MacBook Pros. For the latest prices and sales, see our 14" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Save $200 on 13-inch 16GB MacBook Airs with the latest sales at Apple retailers
Amazon and Best have Apple's 13-inch M3 MacBook Airs with 16GB of memory on sale right now for $200 off MSRP, with prices available starting at only $899. Sale prices below apply to all colors. (1): Amazon has new 13" 16GB M3 MacBook Airs on sale for $200 off MSRP, each including free shipping: - 13" M3 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $899, $200 off MSRP - 13" M3 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1099, $200 off MSRP - 13" M3 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1299, $200 off MSRP Note that stock at Amazon varies, and be sure to select Amazon as the seller rather than choosing a third-party retailer. (2): Best Buy has new 13" 16GB M3 MacBook Airs on sale for $200 off MSRP as well. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - 13" M3 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $899, $200 off MSRP - 13" M3 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1099, $200 off MSRP - 13" M3 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1299, $200 off MSRP For the latest sales & prices, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple iPads back on sale for $70 off MSRP, prices start at $279
Best Buy has Apple's 10th-generation iPads back on sale this weekend for $70 off MSRP on their online store, starting at $279. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - 10" 10th-generation 64GB WiFi iPads: $279 $70 off MSRP - 10" 10th-generation 256GB WiFi iPads: $429 $70 off MSRP - 10" 10th-generation 64GB WiFi + Cellular iPads: $429 $70 off MSRP - 10" 10th-generation 256GB WiFi + Cellular iPads: $579 $70 off MSRP These are the lowest prices available for base-model iPads among the Apple retailers we track. For the latest prices & deals, keep an eye on our iPad Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple AirPods Max headphones on sale this weekend for $100 off MSRP
Best Buy has AirPods Max headphones on sale this weekend for $100 off MSRP. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - AirPods Max with USB-C: $449.99, $100 off Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.

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Weekend Sale: 15-inch M3 MacBook Airs for $200-$250 off MSRP
Amazon has Apple's 15" M3 MacBook Airs on sale for $200-$250 off MSRP this weekend, starting at $1099. Shipping is free: - 15" M3 MacBook Air/8GB/256GB: $1099, $200 off MSRP - 15" M3 MacBook Air/8GB/512GB: $1249, $250 off MSRP - 15" M3 MacBook Air/16GB/512GB: $1449, $250 off MSRP These are the lowest prices available for new 15" MacBook Airs among the Apple retailers we track. Note that sale price may be dependent on color -- see their site for details. For the latest sales & prices, see our 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker.

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Apple restocks 27-inch 5K Studio Displays for up to $350 off MSRP, Certified Refurbished
Apple has restocked a full line of 27" 5K Studio Display models for up to $350 off MSRP, Certified Refurbished. Each display comes with Apple's one-year warranty and ships free. The following models are available: Tilt Adjustable Stand: - Studio Display (Standard glass): $1359 $240 off MSRP - Studio Display (Nano glass): $1609 $290 off MSRP Tilt & Height Adjustable Stand: - Studio Display (Standard glass): $1699 $300 off MSRP - Studio Display (Nano glass): $1949 $350 off MSRP According the Apple, “You will receive a “like new” device with genuine Apple replacement parts (as needed) that has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Every device will come with all accessories, cables and operating systems. All Apple Certified Refurbished products are packaged in a brand new white box and will be sent to you with free shipping and returns.” Their prices are the lowest available for Studio Displays among the retailers we track. For the latest prices and sales, see our Studio Display Price Tracker, updated daily.

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