Apple's Last M4 Mac: What's Rumored for the Mac Pro
Across 2024 and the early months of 2025, Apple refreshed all of its Macs with next-generation M4 chips, with the exception of the M4 Pro. The M4 Pro is still waiting for an update, but it is supposed to get an overhaul later this year. M-Series Chip The current version of the Mac Pro can be purchased with Apple's M2 Ultra chip, which came out in June 2023. It might seem logical for the ‌Mac Pro‌ to get the equivalent M4 chip, the M4 Ultra, but it turns out Apple might not have an M4 Ultra in the works. When the Mac Studio was updated earlier this month, Apple announced a version with the M4 Max chip, and a version with an M3 Ultra chip, with no M4 Ultra unveiled. Apple told Mac Studio reviewers that not every generation of M-series chips will include a higher-end "Ultra" tier, so there may simply be no M4 Ultra that exists for the ‌Mac Pro‌. There's now a question over what chip Apple will use in the ‌Mac Pro‌, and there are a few possibilities. Apple does have an M4 Ultra chip coming, and it's not ready yet. There's some version of a high-end M4 chip that is not technically an "Ultra" chip and is instead called something else like "M4 Extreme." The ‌Mac Pro‌ will use the M3 Ultra chip. The ‌Mac Pro‌ will get an M5 Ultra chip. The M1 Ultra, ‌M2‌ Ultra, and M3 Ultra chips that Apple has released have essentially been two Max chips linked together through an "UltraFusion" connector. The M4 Max does not have the UltraFusion connector available, so the first possibility seems unlikely. Apple could be making an M4 Ultra or Extreme chip that is standalone and not a doubled up variant of the M4 Max, but Bloomberg's Mark Gurman recently claimed that Apple doesn't want to create an M4 Ultra chip from scratch because of costs, production challenges, and low sales of high-end and expensive machines. Apple could refresh the ‌Mac Pro‌ with the same M3 Ultra chip that it put in the ‌Mac Studio‌, but if that's Apple's plan, it's likely the company would have just refreshed the ‌Mac Pro‌ alongside the ‌Mac Studio‌. The ‌Mac Pro‌ could be held back for other development reasons, but there aren't really rumors of notable new features coming. We might be getting the first Macs with M5 chips later this year, but there's also a chance M5 Macs won't come until early 2026. Even if Macs with M5 chips do launch in late 2025, there's no guarantee that an Ultra version of the chip will be ready to go. As of right now, there's no clear indication of what's in store for the 2025 ‌Mac Pro‌'s Apple silicon chip. Design There aren't rumors of design updates for the next ‌Mac Pro‌, so it's not likely that Apple has anything planned. Ports Apple added Thunderbolt 5 to the ‌Mac Studio‌ and MacBook Pro, so the ‌Mac Pro‌ will likely get Thunderbolt 5 ports too. Thunderbolt 5 will allow for more high-resolution displays to be connected to the ‌Mac Pro‌. RAM and SSD The M3 Ultra chip supports up to 512GB RAM, so if the ‌Mac Pro‌ gets the M3 Ultra or something similar, it will support a lot more RAM. The current model is limited to 192GB. Storage maximums will also double, as the M3 Ultra supports up to a 16TB SSD, while the ‌Mac Pro‌ is limited to 8TB. Launch Date Bloomberg's ‌Mark Gurman‌ said last year that the ‌Mac Pro‌ will see a refresh toward the end of 2025, but given the chip uncertainty, Apple could be planning to hold it until 2026.Related Roundup: Mac ProBuyer's Guide: Mac Pro (Neutral)Related Forum: Mac ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iPhone Users Who Pay for iCloud Storage Receive a New Perk
If you pay for iCloud storage on your iPhone, Apple has a new perk for you, at no additional cost. iCloud+ is the official name for Apple's paid iCloud storage plans, which range from 50GB for $0.99 per month to 12TB for $59.99 per month in the United States. iCloud+ plans already come with multiple perks for free, such as Hide My Email and HomeKit Secure Video, and now there is another one included with an active subscription. Apple last month released a new Invites app that allows iCloud+ subscribers to create invitations for any occasion, such as birthdays, graduations, baby showers, and more. Apple Invites is available on the App Store for the iPhone. Anyone can RSVP to an invite, even if they do not have an Apple Account or an Apple device, but creating an invitation is a perk available only to iCloud+ subscribers. In its press release for the Invites app, Apple highlighted other iCloud+ perks:- Expanded storage allows users to keep large libraries of original, high-resolution photos, videos, and files safe in iCloud, and easily accessible across all of their devices and the web. - Private Relay keeps browsing in Safari entirely private from network providers, websites, and even Apple. - Hide My Email generates unique, random email addresses whenever needed. - HomeKit Secure Video allows users to capture and review home security footage in an end-to-end encrypted format. - Custom email domains enable users to personalize their iCloud email address. - Family Sharing allows users to share their iCloud+ subscription with up to five people at no extra cost.To learn more about the Apple Invites app, watch our hands-on video.Tag: iCloudRelated Forum: Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Facing False Advertising Lawsuit Over Apple Intelligence Delay
Apple has been accused of false advertising and unfair competition for delaying the Siri Apple Intelligence features that it promoted when launching iOS 18 and the iPhone 16 models, reports Axios. The suit targets Apple ads that showed off ‌Siri‌ features that were unavailable, and claims that Apple cultivated “a clear and reasonable consumer expectation that these transformative features would be available upon the iPhone’s release,” while also driving “unprecedented excitement” that convinced millions consumers to upgrade their devices when the upgrades were not necessary. After confirming that the ‌Siri‌ features would be delayed until the coming year, Apple removed the ads, but that was after they had been running for several months. Apple is accused of advertising functionality that did not exist, and continuing to promote the ‌Siri‌ capabilities well after the company was aware that they would not be available on time. Contrary to Defendant’s claims of advanced AI capabilities, the Products offered a significantly limited or entirely absent version of Apple Intelligence, misleading consumers about its actual utility and performance. Worse yet, Defendant promoted its Products based on these overstated AI capabilities, leading consumers to believe they were purchasing a device with features that did not exist or were materially misrepresented. The lawsuit was filed in a San Jose, California court and the plaintiffs are seeking class action status along with damages for customers who purchased an Apple device that supports ‌Apple Intelligence‌.Tags: Apple Intelligence, Apple LawsuitsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Zagg Launches New Hubs and Dock for iPad and Mac
Zagg this week announced the launch of several hubs designed for the iPad and Mac, providing new options for connecting peripherals to Apple's devices. The iPad-friendly 6-Port Media Hub features an integrated tablet stand, a set of simple-to-use media buttons for controlling video and music playback, and multiple ports. It includes an HDMI port that supports a 4K 60Hz display, a USB-C port with 100W passthrough charging, a USB-A port that supports 10Gb/s transfer speeds, an SD card reader, a micro SD card reader, and an audio jack. Zagg's 9-Port Hub comes with an integrated USB-C cable and turns a single USB-C port on a Mac into nine ports. It includes two USB-C ports, 2 HDMI ports, a USB-A port, an SD card reader, a micro SD card reader, an Ethernet port, and an audio jack. 100W passthrough charging is supported, and the USB-C PD 3.0 20W port supports up to 10Gb/s for data transfers. Zagg's high-end Pro Dock is an all-in-one stand and dock for a MacBook or an ‌iPad‌. It holds a device up at eye level, while also supporting displays and peripherals through nine included ports. The Pro Dock comes with a satellite hub that is designed to allow devices to be plugged in while cables are positioned out of sight. Available ports include a 20W USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 port, a 7.5W USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 port, two HDMI ports (one that works with a 4K 60Hz display and one that works with a 4K 30Hz display), a USB-A 3.1 Gen 2 port, a USB-A 2.0 port, an audio jack, and an Ethernet port. There is a 150W power supply included for charging connected devices. The 6-Port Media Hub is priced at $100, the 9-Port Hub is priced at $150, and the Pro Dock is priced at $400, with all three available for purchase from the Zagg website.Tag: ZaggThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Severance Season 2 Finale is Tonight
The season 2 finale of popular Apple TV+ series Severance is set to air tonight, with the episode going live at 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time or 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Episode 10 of season 2 will have the longest runtime of any episode so far, coming in at 76 minutes. Tonight's season finale will wrap up the season 2 storyline and provide some insight into just what the Macrodata Refinement department does and what "Cold Harbor" really is. A brief teaser for episode that Apple shared on social media highlighted one of the goats, so we might also learn what Lumon's Mammalians Nurturable team does with them. Severance has become one of Apple's most talked about shows, and it has spawned countless fan theories, with viewers speculating about what's going on after every episode. In an interview yesterday, Ben Stiller said that work is underway on Severance season 3, and this time around, we won't have to wait three years for more episodes.Tag: Apple TV PlusThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple's Next Product is Likely an AirTag 2 With These New Features
Following the introduction of the iPhone 16e, new iPads and Macs, and some new accessories over the past month, what will Apple's next product announcement be? Based on rumors, a second-generation AirTag item tracker is likely next up. Last year, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that a new AirTag would be released around the middle of 2025. More recently, a leaker known as Kosutami claimed that Apple plans to release a new AirTag in May or June this year. Both of those timeframes suggest that the next AirTag is a few months away from launching. Three upgrades have been rumored for the AirTag 2: With a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, the AirTag 2 is expected to have up to 3× longer range compared to the current AirTag. The chip debuted in the iPhone 15 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2. On the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 models, there is a Precision Finding for People feature that can help you to find your friends in crowded places, and it offers a range of up to 200 feet/60 meters. The new AirTag's built-in speaker is expected to be more difficult to remove or tamper with, as an anti-stalking safety measure. The new AirTag is rumored to have improved integration with the Apple Vision Pro.No major design changes are expected. The original AirTag was announced during an Apple Event in April 2021. In the U.S., an individual AirTag costs $29, and a set of four costs $99.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iOS 19 Coming in June With These New Features
While the first iOS 19 beta is still more than two months away, there are already plenty of rumors about the upcoming software update. Below, we recap the key iOS 19 rumors so far. visionOS-Like Design In January, the YouTube channel Front Page Tech revealed a redesigned Camera app that is allegedly planned for iOS 19. According to Front Page Tech host Jon Prosser, the Camera app will have more translucent menus and buttons, along with a larger viewfinder. The alleged design looks similar to visionOS, the software platform for Apple's Vision Pro headset. Earlier this month, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said the visionOS-like design changes will extend to other interfaces on iOS 19, meaning that the new look with more transparency will likely extend to additional Apple apps, notifications, and more. Gurman believes that iOS 19 will have the most significant design changes since iOS 7. Similar design changes are also expected for iPadOS 19 and macOS 16. Personalized Siri Apple recently delayed the more personalized version of Siri that it previewed at WWDC last year. The company said it anticipates rolling out the Siri upgrades at some point "in the coming year," so the features could launch as part of iOS 19 later this year, but they are more likely to arrive next year in a later update, such as iOS 19.4. Whenever they launch, the Siri upgrades will include understanding of a user's personal context, on-screen awareness, and deeper per-app controls. For example, during its WWDC 2024 keynote, Apple showed an iPhone user asking Siri about their mother's flight and lunch reservation plans based on info from the Mail and Messages apps. Live Translate With AirPods At least some AirPods models will be getting a new live translation feature with iOS 19 and an accompanying firmware update, according to Gurman. Here is how that feature will work, according to his report this month:The capability will work like this: If an English speaker is hearing someone talk in Spanish, the iPhone will translate the speech and relay it to the user's AirPods in English. The English speaker's words, meanwhile, will be translated into Spanish and played back by the iPhone.Google already offers a similar Live Translate feature. He also said iOS 19 will have bolstered translation capabilities, which likely means improvements are coming to the Apple Translate app. End-to-End Encryption for RCS Earlier this month, Apple said that it plans to add support for end-to-end encrypted RCS messages to the Messages app in future iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS software updates. That likely means iOS 19, macOS 16, and so forth. Apple promising end-to-end encryption for RCS messages indirectly confirms that it will be adopting the RCS Universal Profile 3.0 specification, which also includes several iMessage-like enhancements that were originally introduced in version 2.7 of the specification. iOS 18 supports RCS Universal Profile 2.4. Here are five new capabilities to expect for RCS conversations on iOS 19: End-to-end encryption, which will prevent Apple and any other third party from being able to read messages and attachments while they are being sent between devices In-line replies Edit messages Unsend messages Full-fledged Tapback support for RCS messages, ensuring they always workiMessage conversations with blue bubbles have supported end-to-end encryption by default since iOS 5. In addition, iMessage has supported in-line replies since iOS 14, while the options to edit and unsend iMessages were introduced with iOS 16. Apple has not indicated which iOS version will upgrade RCS, but iOS 19 or a follow-up update like iOS 19.1 or iOS 19.2 seems like a safe bet. EU Changes The European Commission this week announced a long list of changes that Apple is legally required to implement in future iOS 19 and iOS 20 updates. The announcement clarifies interoperability requirements that Apple is required to adhere to in the EU, under the Digital Markets Act, which has been fully enforced since March 2024. The changes will further open up the iPhone and its technologies to competing companies and devices, and Apple is not happy about it. We will be publishing an in-depth overview of all of the requirements, but in the meantime we have highlighted some key items below. Third-party smartwatches must be able to display and interact with iOS notifications by the end of 2025, which likely means iOS 19.2 or earlier. Apple must make its automatic audio switching feature available to third-party headphones by June 1, 2026, which likely means iOS 19.4 or earlier. This is the feature that allows most AirPods and select Beats to automatically switch connection between Apple devices, such as a Mac and an iPhone. Apple must make changes to iOS that allow for third parties to offer equivalent AirDrop alternatives by June 1, 2026. Apple must make changes to iOS that allow for third parties to offer equivalent AirPlay alternatives by iOS 20, or the end of 2026. iOS 20 is expected to be released to the general public in September 2026.The entire list of changes can be found on the European Commission's website. Compatible iPhones According to French website iPhoneSoft.fr, iOS 19 will be compatible with any iPhone that is capable of running iOS 18, which would mean the following models: iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 15 iPhone 15 Plus iPhone 15 Pro iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 14 iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 14 Pro iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 13 iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 12 iPhone 12 mini iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone 11 iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone XS iPhone XS Max iPhone XR iPhone SE (2nd generation or later) The oldest devices in that list are the iPhone XS, iPhone XS, and iPhone XR, all of which were released in September 2018. Of course, some iOS 19 features will be unavailable on older iPhone models. Timing The first iOS 19 beta should be available immediately following the WWDC 2025 keynote in June, and the update should be released to the general public in September. 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Assassin's Creed Shadows Launches for Mac
Assassin's Creed Shadows is available for download on the Mac as of today, and it is the first Assassin's Creed title that is launching for Mac at the same time that it is launching on PlayStation 5, Windows machines, and the Xbox. Set in 16th century Japan, Assassin's Creed Shadows is part of the main Assassin's Creed gaming lineup, and it is the successor to Assassin's Creed Mirage. The game focuses on the dispute between the Assassin Brotherhood and the Templar Order, and players can take on the role of Fujibayashi Naoe, a shinobi assassin, and Yasuke, a samurai. Each character offers different controls and gameplay styles, with separate progression paths, skills, weapon options, and stats. While Naoe uses stealth skills, Yasuke excels at combat. Both characters are part of the storyline and will be played at different times. The game has a vast open world to explore, and players will experience a variety of landscapes with evolving weather and seasons. There are castle towns, bustling ports, pastoral landscapes, and peaceful shrines. Playing Assassin's Creed Shadows on an Apple device requires a Mac with an Apple silicon chip, with real-time ray tracing available on M3 and M4 Macs. Assassin's Creed Shadows is priced at $70 and it can be purchased from the Mac App Store. Earlier this month, Resident Evil 3 and Palworld both became available on Apple devices, and Control Ultimate Edition is set to launch next week.Tag: Mac App StoreThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Vision Pro Creator Taking Over Siri After Apple Intelligence Setbacks
Apple is reportedly shaking up its executive ranks, shortly after it delayed the personalized Siri features that it previewed at WWDC last year. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today said that Vision Pro chief Mike Rockwell will be taking over the Siri team at Apple, which until now was led by Apple's artificial intelligence chief John Giannandrea. Apple CEO Tim Cook has apparently "lost confidence" in Giannandrea's ability to "execute on product development," but he will remain at the company for now to oversee artificial intelligence research and development in general. Vision Pro hardware engineer Paul Meade will be succeeding Rockwell as the head of Apple's spatial computing efforts, allowing Rockwell to focus entirely on Siri, according to the report. In his new role overseeing the Siri team, Rockwell will report to Apple's software engineering chief Craig Federighi, the report added. Apple plans to inform employees about the executive shakeup this week, according to the report. Apple has been facing a lot of criticism after delaying its more personalized version of Siri, with some people upset that the company chose to preview new features that were merely conceptual, rather than fully functional. It is a widely held belief that Apple is lagging behind competitors like OpenAI in the generative artificial intelligence space, and it looks like Apple is attempting to right the ship with this executive shakeup. Apple appointing Rockwell as its new Siri head is an interesting choice, as the Vision Pro has been described as a "commercial flop" and faced criticism of its own. Nevertheless, the Vision Pro is certainly a technological feat, so hopefully Rockwell can help to improve Siri's underlying technologies. Apple said it anticipates rolling out the more personalized Siri "in the coming year."Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProTags: Apple Intelligence, Mark Gurman, SiriBuyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Rumor Reversal: A20 Chip for iPhones Said to Use TSMC's 2nm Process
Earlier this week, the investment firm GF Securities shared multiple research notes regarding Apple's future chips. In one of these notes, it said the A20 chip for the iPhone 18 series would be manufactured with TSMC's third-generation 3nm process, N3P, and in another it said that the chip would use TSMC's newer 2nm process N2. GF Securities is a large organization with many analysts, and it seems like some wires got crossed. In an email to MacRumors, the firm's lead Apple analyst Jeff Pu has since clarified that he believes the A20 chip will be manufactured with the N2 process, so the information about the chip using the N3P process should be disregarded. Earlier reports had said the A20 chip would be 2nm, so rumors align again. This is ultimately good news, as it means the A20 chip should have more substantial performance and power efficiency improvements over the A19 chip. Of course, the iPhone 18 series is still a year and half away from launching, but at least the record has been set straight on this particular rumor.Tags: iPhone 18, Jeff PuThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Phishing Attack Pivots to Mac After Windows Browser Defenses Improve
Security firm LayerX Labs has identified a sophisticated phishing campaign that recently began targeting Mac users after new browser protections rendered its Windows attacks less effective. The attackers had previously targeted Windows users with fake Microsoft security alerts, but then adapted their tactics in response to new anti-scareware features deployed in Chrome, Edge, and Firefox browsers earlier this year. According to LayerX, the original campaign relied on compromised websites that would display fake security warnings claiming the user's computer had been "compromised" and "locked." The malicious code would then freeze the webpage, creating the illusion that the computer was locked and prompting victims to enter their Windows credentials. What made the campaign particularly effective was its apparent credibility, since the phishing pages were hosted on Microsoft's Windows.net platform. The use of legitimate infrastructure also helped it bypass security tools that assess risk based on domain reputation. After browser developers implemented new anti-scareware protections in early 2025, LayerX said it observed a 90% drop in Windows-targeted attacks. Within just two weeks, the attackers had shifted their focus to Mac users, who weren't covered by the new protection measures. Phishing attack displaying fake security warning The Mac-targeted phishing pages use a similar visual design but have been tailored specifically for macOS and Safari users. However, the campaign is still using the Windows.net infrastructure. Victims typically arrive at these phishing pages through typos in URLs, which lead to compromised domain parking pages that rapidly redirect through multiple sites before landing on the malicious page. "While phishing campaigns targeting Mac users have existed before, they have rarely reached this level of sophistication," notes LayerX in their report. The security firm expects to see "a resurgent wave of attacks" as the threat actors continue to adapt their techniques to overcome new security protections. The takeaway for Mac users is that you should always verify website URLs when typing them into your browser, and consider using a security tool that can detect browser-level threats.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Woot's Big Apple Watch Band Sale Returns With Solo/Braided Loops at Up to 70% Off
Earlier in the year, Woot introduced a massive sale on the Braided Solo Loop and Solo Loop bands for Apple Watch, and this sale has reemerged a few times in the past few months. It's back today, alongside new discounts on the Apple Polishing Cloth, Siri Remote, and a few USB-C charging accessories. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Woot. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can get the Solo Loop for just $19.99 ($29 off) and the Braided Solo Loop for $29.99 ($69 off). All bands in this sale are in brand new condition and come with a one year Apple limited warranty. UP TO 70% OFFApple Watch Bands at Woot Shoppers should note that this sale is focused on colors of the Braided Solo Loop and Solo Loop that Apple has stopped selling, and it doesn't include any of the new band colors. That being said, all of the bands in this sale are in new condition. The entire sale is focused on Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop Apple Watch bands, so you'll need to know the size that works best for you before you buy. Apple has a measurement tool on its website that you can use to determine your exact size. Solo Loop Black/White Hues - $19.99, down from $49.00 Blue Hues - $19.99, down from $49.00 Green Hues - $19.99, down from $49.00 Purple Hues - $19.99, down from $49.00 Red/Orange/Yellow Hues - $19.99, down from $49.00 Braided Solo Loop Black/White Hues - $29.99, down from $99.00 Blue Hues - $29.99, down from $99.00 Green Hues - $29.99, down from $99.00 Purple Hues - $29.99, down from $99.00 Red/Orange/Yellow Hues - $29.99, down from $99.00 Pride - $29.99, down from $99.00 In addition to Apple Watch bands, Woot's sale includes a few first-party Apple charging accessories and other products. Notable products on sale include the Polishing Cloth for $6.99, down from $19.00, and the third generation Siri Remote for $44.99, down from $59.00. You can also find a few USB-C power adapters on sale, and we've listed all of these devices below. Other Accessories Apple Polishing Cloth - $6.99, down from $19.00 USB-C Woven Charging Cable (1 Pack) - $11.99, down from $19.00 30W USB-C Power Adapter - $24.99, down from $49.00 Siri Remote (Gen 3) - $44.99, down from $59.00 140W USB-C Power Adapter (cable not included) - $49.99, down from $99.00 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2025? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Report: TV+ Losing $1 Billion Annually as Apple Services Falter
Apple TV+ is hemorrhaging money amid a broader stall in Apple's services, according to a new report from The Information's Wayne Ma. The paywalled report reveals that ‌Apple TV‌+ is the only Apple subscription service that is not profitable. While its subscriptions grew to around 45 million last year, it is still losing more than $1 billion annually. The company has spent more than $5 billion a year on content since the service launched in 2019, but this was reduced by $500 million in 2024 in response to a push for cutbacks from Apple CEO Tim Cook and other executives. Cook apparently raised questions last year about several movie deals with ‌Apple TV‌+ executives, including for the spy action-comedy film "Argylle." The movie stars Henry Cavill and Dua Lipa, and cost $200 million to produce. Cook reportedly complained that the movie had not found a significant audience or generated more subscribers for ‌Apple TV‌+. The report explains that "the audience for ‌Apple TV‌+ remains relatively small," constituting less than 1% of total U.S. streaming service viewing. Netflix and Amazon represented 8.2% and 3.5% of total viewing in February. Apple's initial business plan for ‌Apple TV‌+ predicted losses of between $15 billion and $20 billion over its first decade. While major losses are normal in the streaming industry, it represents a major departure for Apple which normally exercises fiscal discipline. Executives such as Eddy Cue initially shielded ‌Apple TV‌+ executives from budget scrutiny and rejected a proposal to increase oversight of programming costs. Apple did not have internal data on whether ‌Apple TV‌+ would tempt customers to buy Apple devices. Despite successes such as "CODA" winning an Oscar for best picture, Cook began closely scrutinizing ‌Apple TV‌+'s financial performance from 2022 and advocated more oversight. The use of private jet travel for stars at the cost of hundreds of thousands of dollars per flight came under particular scrutiny, and led Apple to ask executives to negotiate better deals with flight-chartering companies. Apple's overall corporate profits are so significant that it can easily absorb the losses from its streaming service, but it continues to forgo widespread appeal. Apple Music, Arcade, News+, and Fitness+ Services is Apple's fastest and most profitable category, with gross margins exceeding 75%, compared to just under 40% for hardware. In its most recent fiscal year, services revenue rose 13% to more than $96 billion. However, other than iCloud+, Apple's other services are said to be in poor health. Apple Music's growth has reportedly virtually stopped and it remains "only marginally profitable." Since it pays artists and labels more than 70% of its revenues, it has a single-digit–percentage gross margin. Cue apparently told some colleagues privately that he doesn't believe the service will ever reach 100 million paying subscribers. Moreover, overall iTunes Store sales are now actively shrinking. Apple News+, Fitness+ and Apple Arcade are said to be struggling with low usage and profits. ‌Apple Arcade‌ only had two million users during its first year of operation, with roughly 25% of them on free trials. Similarly, ‌Apple News‌+ purportedly suffers with low engagement and the number of monthly active users is in the low single-digit millions. Apple Books and ‌Apple News‌+ was subject to layoffs in 2024 due to weak performance. Longtime Apple services executive Peter Stern, who oversaw platforms including ‌Apple TV‌+, abruptly departed the company in early 2023, claiming he was unable to run the streaming service in the way he needed to amid pressure to increase subscriber numbers. Apple subsequently reshuffled his former group, separating ‌Apple TV‌+, ‌Apple Music‌, and international content from News+, Fitness+, Apple Books, and ‌iCloud‌+. Apple One The report adds that most users do not sign up directly for Apple's services, instead opting for an Apple One bundle, which inflates the perceived interest in each service. Many who sign up to ‌Apple One‌ are motivated to subscribe so primarily because of ‌iCloud‌+ rather than other services. Without ‌Apple One‌, ‌Apple Arcade‌ and Apple Fitness+ would not be profitable.Tags: Apple Arcade, Apple Fitness Plus, Apple Music, Apple News, Apple TV Plus, The InformationThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Might Be Having Its Windows Vista Moment, Says Analyst
Is Apple experiencing a "Vista-like drift into systemically poor execution?" That was a question posed by well-known technology analyst Benedict Evans, in a recent blog post covering Apple's innovation and execution, or seemingly lack thereof as of late. He is referring to Microsoft's Windows Vista operating system, which was widely criticized when it launched in 2007 due to software bugs, performance issues, frequent warning dialogs, polarizing design changes, and several other problems. Evans said Apple stumbled with the Vision Pro headset, which he believes was not ready to launch. Then, it previewed personalized Siri features at WWDC last year that were merely conceptual, and are now delayed. "This is a concern," said Evans. His thoughts on the Vision Pro:The Vision Pro is a concept, or a demo, and Apple doesn't ship demos. Why did it ship the Vision Pro? What did it achieve? It didn't sell in meaningful volume, because it couldn't, and it didn't lead to much developer activity ether, because no-one bought it. A lot of people even at Apple are puzzled.He said the personalized Siri delay is a "mirror image" of the Vision Pro situation:Apple showed a demo, and it only does demos when things are nearly done, and it said it would ship 'later this year' and it never misses deadlines like that. So we should be using it, today. And now we find that we didn't really see a demo, only a mock-up of a great concept, and that this product won't ship until maybe late 2025, and possibly (going by the rumour-mill) 2026, or even 2027.His takeaway:The failure of Siri 2 is by far the most dramatic instance of a growing trend for Apple to launch stuff late. The software release cycle used to be a metronome: announcement at WWDC in the summer, OS release in September with everything you'd seen. There were plenty of delays and failed projects under the hood […] but public promise were always kept. Now that seems to be slipping. Is this a symptom of a Vista-like drift into systemically poor execution? Evans' full blog post, highlighted by Techmeme today, is worth a read.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Latest iPhone 17 Pro Dummies Highlight Apple's New Part-Glass Design
Seasoned leaker Sonny Dickson has shared more dummy models of Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 series, with the latest lot revealing a noticeable shift in Apple's iPhone Pro model design that goes beyond the much-talked-about new rear camera bar. Dickson points out that the iPhone 17 Pro dummy models feature an outlined area on the back, beginning just below the camera module and extending to the bottom of the chassis. Dickson says this is "where the glass will change." According to Chinese leaker Fixed Focus Digital, the iPhone 17 Pro models will use a combination of materials — specifically, a glass section for the logo area integrated into an overall metal chassis. This explains the red areas on the iPhone 17 Pro models we saw in a previous CAD image. According to The Information, Apple has chosen a half glass, half aluminum build for its high-end devices to increase durability. The glass would allow wireless charging to continue to be available, but a partial aluminum frame would be less prone to breakage. Apple's current iPhone 16 Pro models feature a titanium chassis – a change Apple touted as a key upgrade when it debuted with the ‌iPhone 15‌ Pro. With the introduction of the ‌iPhone 17‌ lineup, Apple is reportedly planning to bring the entire selection of devices back to aluminum. Consistent with rumors and previous CAD images, the dummies depict Apple's embrace of an elongated horizontal camera module along the top of the back of the iPhone 17 Pro models and the iPhone 17 Air, but not on the regular model. The dummies also appear to have a smoother transition between the edges of the camera bump and the back cover, reportedly owing to Apple's use of a new glass-and-metal splicing material process. Today's dummies also indicate that all iPhone 17 models – including the all-new ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air – will feature MagSafe. The new design will constitute one of the most significant visual changes to Apple's high-end ‌iPhone‌ models in recent years. The new lineup is expected to arrive in September.Related Roundup: iPhone 17 ProTag: Sonny DicksonThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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YouTube Says Videos Are Blurry for Some iOS Users, But a Fix Is Coming
Are you watching blurry YouTube videos? You're not alone. YouTube has acknowledged that some users are experiencing issues with videos playing back at unexpectedly low quality. According to a YouTube support page, affected users are seeing videos default to 144p or 360p resolution, despite having strong internet connections. We're aware some of you are experiencing lower than usual video quality when trying to watch Videos and Shorts. Here's what you might be seeing: YouTube streaming at 144p or 360p despite strong internet connection. Buffering when changing to higher quality. Video quality could be impacted on IOS mobile, desktop, or Smart TV. Rest assured, we're actively looking into this!When attempting to manually increase the resolution, many users report that videos begin buffering. It sounds like the issue is pretty widespread, but Android users appear to have been spared for the most part. YouTube hasn't provided a timeline for a fix, but we'll update this article with any new information as it becomes available.Tag: YouTubeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Pay With Express Transit Mode Now Accepted on San Diego Transit
The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) and the North County Transit District (NCTD) are now accepting Apple Pay with Express Transit Mode, according to local transport agencies. Express Transit is an ‌Apple Pay‌ feature that allows for tap-and-go payment at ticket barriers, eliminating the need to authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or a passcode. The device does not need to be wakened or unlocked to use Express Transit. "Today marks an exciting step forward in making public transit in San Diego more seamless and convenient," said Stephen Whitburn, MTS Board Chair and San Diego City Council member. "Whether you're heading to a Padres game, a concert, or simply commuting to your next destination, paying with Apple Pay empowers riders to hop onboard faster."All SDMTS buses and trolleys, along with NCTD COASTER, SPRINTER, BREEZE and FLEX will now accept Express Transit payment.Tag: Express TransitThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Meta Rolls Out AI Assistant Across Europe
Meta has announced the rollout of its AI chatbot across Europe starting this week. The AI assistant will appear across WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger platforms in 41 European and 21 overseas territories. Meta AI launched in the United States in 2023, but the company paused a planned rollout in Europe due to regulatory concerns. Meta's AI suite of features offer users several capabilities, but Europe is only getting the text-based assistant in six languages for now. The company said it plans to "find parity with the US" and expand its AI offering over time. No more hopping from tab to tab to find the information or content you need! Meta AI will now make it easier to discover content that is relevant to you and your interests. With an advanced understanding of what you're looking for, you can now use Meta AI to generate results across a range of content – from reels or posts from your friends and followers. Planning a holiday to Canada and need some inspiration? Simply type "show me Vancouver Island content" and kickstart your wanderlust. Our Meta AI chat feature will also include access to information from the web, making it an easy and efficient way to get the information you need all in one place – with added context and conversation. The AI chatbot can also be invoked by using "@MetaAI" in group chats, starting with WhatsApp. Meta says the feature will also roll out across Messenger and Instagram Direct Messaging soon. Late last year, Meta added some of the features to its Ray-Ban smart glasses, including live translation and live AI. Soon, the company also plans to release a standalone AI app to compete with products like OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google's Gemini, and Microsoft's Copilot. While Meta AI will be free as it is now, Meta is expected to test a paid subscription service that could have more advanced capabilities.Tag: MetaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Siri Still Struggles to Answer Very Basic Questions
Siri launched on the iPhone 4S all the way back in 2011, and yet it still struggles to answer some of the most basic questions. Daring Fireball's John Gruber today highlighted a recent post from a Reddit user who asked Siri what month it is, only for Siri to respond that it does not understand. This is a frustrating experience that many iPhone users are all too familiar with, as evidenced by the dozens of replies to the post that provide similar examples of Siri being useless. Apple recently delayed the more personalized version of Siri that it previewed at WWDC last year, with the reported reason being that the new features did not work reliably enough. But, the regular Siri that we already have is already frustratingly bad, so perhaps Apple should focus on fixing that core before adding new features on top. Something went wrong Apple. Please try again.Tag: SiriThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Porch Pirate Criminal Network Stole Thousands of iPhones in the U.S.
The U.S. Department of Justice recently cracked down on an international crime ring that targeted expensive electronics like the iPhone, with the workings of the complex crime system detailed in a report from The Wall Street Journal. Thirteen members of an international network worked to steal FedEx shipments of iPhones from people's porches, using automated scripts to scrape data from FedEx tracking systems and also bribing corrupt employees from AT&T. The employees took payments to share confidential customer information from a company order tracking system, snapping images of customer names, addresses, and tracking numbers. Some members of the criminal network obtained and sold delivery information, while others, called runners, purchased that info and physically stole the ‌iPhone‌ packages from doorsteps just minutes after they were delivered. Three of the criminals had a location in the Bronx neighborhood of New York where they received a steady stream of stolen devices, while another had a location in Brooklyn for receiving bulk deliveries of stolen devices from around the United States. Thefts occurred in multiple states, and the stolen devices were shipped and sold overseas. At one point, two of the runners involved went to a FedEx store to send a package and claimed that there were baby clothes inside. FedEx security inspected the package, located stolen iPhones, and confiscated them. When the package arrived empty, one of the men complained to FedEx customer service that his iPhones had been stolen. Both FedEx and AT&T worked with law enforcement officials to locate all of the criminals involved. In a statement, FedEx said that it has been proactively working with law enforcement to "address the rise of porch piracy," while AT&T said that it regularly updates its processes and employee training to thwart criminal tactics. All of the people who participated in the criminal scheme have been charged, with some of them facing up to 20 years in prison.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Verizon's New Satellite Texting Service Isn't for iPhone Users
Apple introduced satellite connectivity for iPhones back in 2022, and since then, satellite messaging options have become the new must-have feature for carriers and other smartphone manufacturers. Verizon today announced the launch of its satellite-based text service, which is available for select Android smartphone users through a partnership with Skylo. Skylo uses licensed mobile satellite spectrum that avoids interference with terrestrial signals to provide coverage in remote areas where there isn't traditional cellular signal. Satellite texting through Verizon is only available for Galaxy S25 and Google Pixel 9 smartphones, and unlike T-Mobile's Starlink integration, Verizon isn't able to expand the Skylo satellite texting option to iPhone users because it requires specific smartphone hardware. ‌iPhone‌ users with an ‌iPhone‌ 14 or later already have access to satellite-based texting as of iOS 18 using the ‌iPhone‌'s built-in satellite connectivity available through Globalstar, but the option to connect to satellites from a second satellite company could increase the chance of being able to communicate in remote and rural areas. Apple added Starlink support to T-Mobile iPhones with iOS 18.3, and T-Mobile subscribers are able to connect to Starlink for satellite-based texting thanks to a public beta test that T-Mobile is offering. Compared to Apple's built-in satellite option, Starlink has more available satellites and smartphones can connect automatically without needing to hold a device up to the sky. While Verizon's Skylo satellite texting isn't available on the ‌iPhone‌ right now, Verizon is working on other satellite technology. The company is partnering with AST SpaceMobile to offer customers direct-to-cellular AST SpaceMobile service when terrestrial mobile networks are unavailable. When Verizon's AST SpaceMobile satellite partnership is ready, Verizon will likely be able to offer satellite texting for both ‌iPhone‌ and Android users. AST SpaceMobile and Verizon plan to provide satellite connectivity that supports text, voice, and video calling capabilities. AST SpaceMobile currently has FCC approval to test five commercial BlueBird satellites with smartphones.Tag: VerizonThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Latest iOS 18.4 Beta Lets You Turn Off Privacy-Compromising Search Feature
iOS 18.4 includes a new Safari feature that puts your searches front and center, showing your recent search history whenever you open up a new Safari tab and tap into the search field. When the feature first came out in the iOS 18.4 beta, there was no option to disable it, but Apple rectified that with the fourth beta update. In the Safari section of the Settings app, there is now a "Show Recent Searches" option that can be toggled off. Disabling Show Recent Searches returns the Safari search interface to its iOS 18.3.2 behavior, where recent searches are not shown when tapping into the search window of a new tab. Apple appears to have added the option to toggle off the search feature after receiving feedback during the iOS 18.4 beta testing period. While some users may like the option to have recent searches readily available when opening up a new Safari tab, having searches so visible may not be desirable for those who sometimes need to hand over their iPhones and iPads to someone else. iOS 18.4 is still being beta tested, with Apple aiming for an early April launch date. The update also includes new emoji characters, Apple Intelligence Priority Notifications, Visual Intelligence for the iPhone 15 Pro, a Vision Pro app, and more. All of the features in the update are listed in our iOS 18.4 beta guide.Related Roundups: iOS 18, iPadOS 18Tag: SafariRelated Forums: iOS 18, iPadOS 18This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Plex Raises Price for Plex Pass, No Longer Offers Free Remote Playback for Personal Media
Media platform Plex today announced that it is raising prices for the Plex Pass subscription service, marking the first price increase that Plex has introduced in a decade. Starting on April 29, the Plex Pass will cost $6.99 per month or $69.99 per year, with a lifetime purchase option available for $249.99. Right now, the lifetime Plex Pass costs $120, while the monthly option is $4.99 and the annual option is $39.99. Plex says that it needs to raise prices to keep up with rising costs, and that the added funds will ensure that Plex is able to keep developing new features. Along with increasing prices, Plex is no longer going to offer remote playback for personal media as a free service. Plex users who want to be able to stream content that's not on the same local network as the server will have two options. A Plex Pass will allow server owners to provide remote media streaming to friends and family members without an additional charge, so only the server owner needs the Plex Pass, not the users streaming the content. Alternatively, if the server owner does not have a Plex Pass, remote streaming will still be available if the person accessing the server has a Plex Pass or a new Remote Watch Pass. Plex is introducing a new Remote Watch Pass subscription option aimed at those who want to stream media without hosting a server. It allows individual users to remotely stream media from any personal media server they have access to, even if the owner of that server does not have a Plex Pass. The Remote Watch Pass is priced at $1.99 per month or $19.99 per year, and it will be available starting on April 29. Plex users who have a Plex Pass already will continue to be able to use remote playback from any Plex Media Server after the changes are implemented, as will users who have access to their servers. Plex Pass lifetime subscribers will see no change, but monthly and yearly subscribers will see prices go up in April. As remote streaming is becoming a paid feature on Plex, Plex is removing the one-time activation fee that removes playback limitations in the Plex iOS and Android apps, and there will no longer be a one-minute playback limitation. The changes to personal media streaming do not impact viewing on the same local network. Free, ad-supported streaming of movies, shows, and live TV on Plex will also remain free.Tag: PlexThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Review: Anker's Prime Lineup of Travel Charging Accessories Delivers Advanced Tech in Small Packages
While Anker is known for a broad array of charging accessories, the Anker Prime family features some of the company's most advanced technology and feature sets to deliver a premium experience. I've been testing out a few Anker Prime travel accessories over the past few months, including some of Anker's most compact yet powerful multi-port wall chargers, a multi-port power bank, and a high-end USB-C charging cable to help keep even Apple's most power-hungry products charged up. Anker Prime Wall Chargers First up are a pair of triple USB wall chargers in 67-watt and 100-watt varieties optimized for travel with folding prongs and GaN technology to ensure the most compact size possible. And while these chargers are surprisingly hefty for their size due to the density of the GaN technology packed inside, they definitely slip easily into a bag or even a large pocket. Each of these chargers offers a pair of USB-C ports and a USB-A port to help keep all of your devices charged up, and they have nearly identical designs, with the main differences being their output power and thus their overall sizes. The 67W version is 51% smaller than Apple's 67-watt adapter that has come with some MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models in recent years, measuring in at around 1.5 inches (~40 mm) square by 1.9 inches (50 mm) deep and weighing 4.78 ounces (135.7 grams). It can deliver up to 67 watts of charging power when either of its two USB-C ports is used alone, while the USB-A port can deliver up to 22.5 watts on its own. When using two ports simultaneously in any combination, the charger will intelligently divide up to 65 watts of power between the two ports, and if all three ports are in use it will divide up to 64.5 watts accordingly. Of the two USB-C ports, the upper one is labeled with a computer icon while the lower one is labeled with a phone icon, indicating that the upper port will be prioritized for heavier loads when multiple ports are in use. While 67 watts is enough for most Apple laptops other than the 16-inch ‌MacBook Pro‌, the fact that this is a multi-port charger means you're probably buying it to charge multiple devices at the same time. That works if you're only trying to charge something like an iPad, iPhone, and Apple Watch, but anything more and you may start to bump up against the charger's wattage ceiling. A ‌MacBook Air‌ drawing up to 35 watts is fine if you want to also charge an ‌iPhone‌, for example, but if you're trying to charge a ‌MacBook Pro‌ and other devices simultaneously, you're going to need more power and that's where Anker's 100W model comes in. The 100W model is unsurprisingly a bit larger and heavier than its sibling, measuring about 1.5 inches (39 mm) by 1.7 inches (44 mm) and about 2.3 inches (60 mm) deep and weighing 6.4 ounces (183.3 grams). As with the 67W model, the 100W model includes two USB-C ports that are each capable of delivering the full wattage to a connected device if used in solo mode. The USB-A port can similarly deliver up to 22.5 watts on its own. In a two-device charging configuration involving both USB-C ports, the upper one will deliver up to 65 watts, while the lower one will deliver up to 35 watts, ideal for charging something like a MacBook and an ‌iPad‌ or ‌iPhone‌ simultaneously. Using either of the USB-C ports with the USB-A port will split the power 76 watts and 22.5 watts respectively. If you need to charge three devices simultaneously, the upper USB-C port will provide up to 46 watts and the lower USB-C port will support up to 30 watts, with the USB-A port offering up to 22.5 watts. None of these configurations will allow you to fast charge a 16-inch ‌MacBook Pro‌, even if it's being charged on its own, but it should be largely sufficient for most users. Only if you're looking to charge multiple power-hungry devices will you likely want to look for something a bit more powerful, and therefore bulkier and probably more expensive. With the wide variety of chargers available on the market, it's always a balance of size/weight, power, and cost, so it's important to carefully weigh your priorities when considering a purchase. The 67W model is normally priced at $59.99, but a $20 on-page coupon on Anker's site currently brings it down to $39.99, a deal that is also available at Amazon. The beefier 100W version is currently priced at $84.99 with no discounts available either on Anker's site or at Amazon, so you may want to keep your eye out for a sale if that's the one you're interested in. Anker Prime 9.6K Power Bank As a lower-power and cheaper alternative to the Alogic Ark Pro I recently reviewed, Anker's 9.6K Prime Power Bank is a handy multi-device charging solution for on the go. Its 9,600 mAh internal battery is only about a third the size of the Ark Pro's, so you won't be able to come close to fully charging something like a ‌MacBook Pro‌ and it can only deliver 65 watts of total charging power, but for smaller devices it could be a solid option for many users. While the power bank is rated for 9,600 mAh of capacity, Anker notes that users should only expect about 65% of that to end up in the device being charged, due to various battery and circuitry inefficiencies. As a result, Anker says users should expect about 5,200 to 6,700 mAh to be delivered to a connected device, and that's about what I found in my testing. The power bank was able to fully charge an iPhone 16 Pro Max equipped with a 4,685 mAh battery and still have around 20% of the power bank's capacity remaining. One of the most notable features of the Anker Prime 9.6K Power Bank is its folding prongs, allowing it to be plugged directly into a wall to recharge its internal battery, act as a wall charger by providing passthrough power to devices connected to its USB ports, or both. It's a simpler, travel-friendly solution than having to use one of the power bank's USB ports, a separate cable, and potentially another power adapter to charge up the power bank. The Anker Prime 9.6K Power Bank features two USB-C ports, with either of them able to deliver up to 65 watts when used on its own. If both ports are used, the lower port will deliver up to 45 watts while the upper port will deliver up to 20 watts. The power bank includes a handy display to keep an eye on charging state with a button on the side to activate the display only when you need it, thus saving power. When charging up the power bank, the display reports the current battery level and the estimated time remaining until it's fully charged, and if it's being used to charge other devices either while plugged in or not, it reports the output currently going to each of the USB-C ports. The display also lets you access a stats page with information like battery health, the number of charge cycles, and current battery temperature. A long press on the side button lets you cycle through several settings for the power bank including how long the display should stay on for once activated with the button (30 seconds, 1 minute, 5 minutes, or 30 minutes), low and high options for the display brightness, and whether the lower C1 USB-C port can be used solely for output or if you can also recharge the power bank through it in addition to through the folding prongs. Measuring around 1.7 inches (43 mm) square by 4.5 in chess (115 mm) high and weighing 10.76 ounces (305 grams), the Anker Prime 9.6K Power Bank is plenty small and light enough to toss in a bag for travel, and it gives you peace of mind to be able to charge up your devices either from a wall outlet or while on the go. A small lanyard gives you a little something extra to grip or the ability to hang it on a carabiner or clip to keep it accessible in or on a larger bag, but it's not large enough to fit around a wrist. The power bank also comes with a 1-meter Anker 333 USB-C to USB-C cable and a soft carrying pouch with a drawstring closure. The brick-like profile of the power bank means it won't fit easily in a pocket unless you have a bulky coat, so that's something worth considering if you're planning on carrying it on your body. If all you're looking for is something to charge up a phone, you might look to another option like the much slimmer and lighter Anker MagGo Power Bank (10K, Slim) that can easily slide into even a pants or shirt pocket. Or for a similar but slightly thicker and heavier form factor but with a display, Qi2 support, and a kickstand, there's Anker's latest 10K MagGo Power Bank. But if you need something with a little more versatility and dual USB-C ports, the Anker Prime 9.6K Power Bank is a solid option. The Anker Prime 9.6K Power Bank is normally priced at $89.99, but a $15 on-page coupon at Anker currently brings the price down to $74.99. It's also available at Amazon for the same discounted price. Anker Prime 240W Braided USB-C to USB-C Cable As a companion to these various charging options, I've also been testing out Anker's 3-foot Prime USB-C to USB-C braided cable with support for 240-watt charging, which offers premium specs to ensure you're charging at the fastest possible speeds. With devices like the last couple of generations of the 16-inch ‌MacBook Pro‌ now supporting fast charging over USB-C, you'll need to make sure you have a 240-watt cable if you want to take advantage of those speeds, and this Anker cable fits the bill. The cable has a premium feel with an attractive braided design that offers excellent durability. Anker says it's tested the cable to survive over 300,000 bends and stand up to 220 pounds of force, while being made of recycled nylon. Anker also includes a handy silicone cable wrap to keep things tidy when you're not using the cable. Importantly, this cable prioritizes charging speed with its ability to deliver up to 240 watts of power for supported devices, and thus it only supports 480 Mbps USB 2.0 speeds for data transfer. That's enough for lower-end needs, but if you're looking to move large amounts of data quickly such as for backups or screen mirroring/video output, you'll need to look at other options supporting flavors of USB 3, USB 4, or Thunderbolt. The 240W Anker Prime USB-C to USB-C cable is available in a 3-foot length for $29.99 or a 6-foot length for $34.99, although an on-page coupon currently available on Anker's site brings those prices down to $25.99 and $29.99 respectively. Amazon also currently has them available at the discounted prices. Note: Anker provided MacRumors with the Anker Prime charging accessories for the purposes of this review. No other compensation was received. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Anker and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tag: AnkerThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Budget Smartphone Battle: iPhone 16e vs. Nothing Phone 3a Pro
Android smartphone maker Nothing recently came out with the Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro, just a little after Apple launched the iPhone 16e. Since Nothing's smartphone is targeting roughly the same group of smartphone buyers as the ‌iPhone 16e‌, we thought we'd do a comparison. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The ‌iPhone 16e‌ is priced at $599, which is higher than any other budget smartphone that Apple has released to date, while the 3a Pro is quite a bit more affordable at $459. The 3a Pro has some bells and whistles you won't get with the ‌iPhone 16e‌ like extra cameras and a larger display, but the Qualcomm chip in the 3a Pro really can't compete with the A18 in the ‌iPhone 16e‌. It's not even close. While the ‌iPhone 16e‌ has a 6.1-inch display, the 3a Pro has a larger 6.8-inch display, and it's notably larger and heavier. It has a brighter OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, while the 16e display is limited to 60Hz. In terms of design, the 16e has a classic, understated iPhone look with a single camera, while the 3a Pro has a large rear camera circle, a stylized mechanical look, and a ring of LED lights at the back that serve as notification alerts. The Nothing Phone 3a Pro has an eye-catching design for sure, but it might also be a bit much for some people. There's a single 48-megapixel Wide camera in the ‌iPhone 16e‌, but the 3a Pro has a trio of cameras, including a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel Telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera. Battery life is about the same between the two, and the 3a Pro has no wireless charging feature while the 16e supports slow Qi-based wireless charging. The 3a Pro does charge faster though, because it supports up to 50W wired charging. Nothing hasn't gone all in on AI like Apple, but there is a dedicated AI button that opens up the Essential Space, which is an AI-powered hub for notes, ideas, and inspirations. There are no image generation features or custom emoji, but it is a truly useful feature. Of course, the major difference between the two is iOS vs. Android, so while the 3a Pro is a solid value with a good feature set, it's probably not going to lure ‌iPhone‌ users out of Apple's ecosystem. What do you think of the Nothing Phone 3a Pro? Let us know in the comments below.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Transform HR with AI-powered agents
Human Resource (HR) professionals juggle numerous responsibilities as they strive to align organizational goals with human potential. In addition to hiring and retaining talent, they must manage a global workforce with hybrid models, ensure employee satisfaction, and maintain a strong employer brand. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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Unlocking autonomous agent capabilities with Microsoft Copilot Studio
At our AI Tour in London, we’re excited to announce a new set of capabilities that enable you to build autonomous agents, which will be in public preview at Microsoft Ignite 2024. These agents understand the nature of your work and act on your behalf—providing support across business roles, teams, and functions. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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Enabling agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat 
Agents play a significant role in how organizations are transforming their business process with AI. Soon agents created in Microsoft Copilot Studio agent builder and Copilot Studio will be available right from within Copilot Chat. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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New sales agents accessible in Microsoft 365 Copilot help teams close more deals, faster
Our ambition is to empower every employee with a Copilot and transform every business process with agents. We’re announcing two new agents that apply this ambition to sales—the revenue engine for every business—and can be used right in the flow of work. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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What’s new in Copilot Studio: February 2025
In this edition of our monthly roundup, we're recapping new features in Microsoft Copilot Studio for customers, released in February 2025. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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The next chapter: Moving from Skype to Microsoft Teams  
We will be retiring Skype in May 2025 to focus on Microsoft Teams (free), our modern communications and collaboration hub.  The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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What’s new in Copilot Studio: January 2025
Welcome to What's new in Copilot Studio. This is your go-to series for all the exciting announcements and updates from Microsoft Copilot Studio. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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Discover the Total Economic Impact™ of Microsoft 365 E3
AI is at the forefront of today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape and top of mind for IT leaders worldwide. AI tools demand a robust foundation that improves security and privacy to keep organizations protected. Combing this secure foundation with productivity tools will empower every employee to take full advantage of the potential of AI. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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Use Microsoft 365 Copilot to drive growth for businesses of all sizes
Across industries and companies of all sizes, people are using AI to work faster and smarter, allowing teams to spend more time on more valuable strategic work. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are leading the way, using Microsoft 365 Copilot to streamline workflows, boost productivity, and drive growth. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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The ultimate Microsoft 365 community event is back
It’s an incredible time for our customers as we continue to see the future of work come to life with Microsoft 365 Copilot product announcements and enhancements. But as much as we focus on pushing the boundaries of technology, we never lose sight of the fact that this journey is about you: our customers who use these tools to power work, teams, and businesses––and our partners who have built their businesses around helping people get the most out of Microsoft solutions. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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Conquer Siren Isles as Godzilla X Kong: Titan Chasers releases
Legendary Entertainment is set to expand on its Monsterverse franchise thanks to the launch of Godzilla X Kong: Titan Chasers. This 4X strategy MMO will place you smack in the middle of some gargantuan action and you attempt to hunt down the two eponymous monsters, without being easily squished in the process. [Read more]

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Conquer Siren Isles as Godzilla X Kong: Titan Chasers releases
Legendary Entertainment is set to expand on its Monsterverse franchise thanks to the launch of Godzilla X Kong: Titan Chasers. This 4X strategy MMO will place you smack in the middle of some gargantuan action and you attempt to hunt down the two eponymous monsters, without being easily squished in the process. [Read more]

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Get the complete Blasphemous package on the go from the App Store
There was a time when the name Team17 would make you think of tooling up a bunch of trigger-happy Worms and unleashing hell, but in recent years you might know them as the publishers of Blasphemous. When the original was released in 2019, it was a hit, and now you can take it on the go with Apple devices. [Read more]

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DC: Dark Legion opens pre-registrations ahead of March 14th release date
If we overlook one very recent entry that we won’t name, DC has put out some pretty great games. I am thinking of Rocksteady’s Batman: Arkham series, and Gotham Knights. I quite enjoy all of these. Now, pre-registrations have opened for hopefully the next DC hit, DC: Dark Legion. [Read more]

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Super Farming Boy won't let me love it
In my first (and most recent) write-up of what I've been playing, I made a particular note about Super Farming Boy taking over my life. I thought for sure it'd be the only thing I'd be playing until I could bang out a review for it. Unfortunately, though, my desire to play the game has someone dried up. It's not because its gameplay grew stale or I just grew tired of it, either. Instead, it seems that Super Farming Boy does not want to let me enjoy it. Some of this probably has to do with some quirks with in its overall structure, but more than that I just kept running into bugs that made it frustrating to play. [Read more]

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Super Farming Boy Won't Let Me Love It
In my first (and most recent) write-up of what I've been playing, I made a particular note about Super Farming Boy taking over my life. I thought for sure it'd be the only thing I'd be playing until I could bang out a review for it. Unfortunately, though, my desire to play the game has someone dried up. It's not because its gameplay grew stale or I just grew tired of it, either. Instead, it seems that Super Farming Boy does not want to let me enjoy it. Some of this probably has to do with some quirks with in its overall structure, but more than that I just kept running into bugs that made it frustrating to play. [Read more]

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Valhalla Survival Season 2 introduces adorable white fox-wolf and some less important features
There are many reasons I'm looking at Valhalla Survival Season 2 today, all equally newsworthy and important. But before we get into that, can we all simply take a look at that art, and fawn over how absolutely adorable the little fox-wolf thing is? It is my new best friend. [Read more]

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Valhalla Survival Season 2 introduces adorable white fox-wolf and some less important features
There are many reasons I'm looking at Valhalla Survival Season 2 today, all equally newsworthy and important. But before we get into that, can we all simply take a look at that art, and fawn over how absolutely adorable the little fox-wolf thing is? It is my new best friend. [Read more]

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Price of Glory unleashes its 1.4 Alpha update with 3D visuals and an enhanced tutorial
As much as we all probably dislike Maths as a subject, we do have to hand it to geometry for giving us the good old Hexgrid, home of some of the best strategy games. One such example, Price of Glory, has dropped its 1.4 Alpha update, stocked full of improvements. [Read more]

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Price of Glory unleashes its 1.4 Alpha update with 3D visuals and an enhanced tutorial
As much as we all probably dislike Maths as a subject, we do have to hand it to geometry for giving us the good old Hexgrid, home of some of the best strategy games. One such example, Price of Glory, has dropped its 1.4 Alpha update, stocked full of improvements. [Read more]

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The SLC 2025 kicks off this month to crown the global champion of Solo Leveling: Arise
Ever since the Solo Leveling: Arise Championship 2025 was announced, I have been looking forward to it. The promotional clip they released a month or two back showed crowds going absolutely nuts for the previous competitions, so imagine the rapture for a global tournament. And now we are within touching distance of that February 21st start. [Read more]

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The SLC 2025 kicks off this month to crown the global champion of Solo Leveling: Arise
Ever since the Solo Leveling: Arise Championship 2025 was announced, I have been looking forward to it. The promotional clip they released a month or two back showed crowds going absolutely nuts for the previous competitions, so imagine the rapture for a global tournament. And now we are within touching distance of that February 21st start. [Read more]

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Dive into some early Magicpunk fun as Crystal of Atlan opens for latest beta test
Excellent news for fans of steampunk and magic; the Precursor Test for Magicpunk MMORPG Crystal of Atlan opens today. This rather fancy way of saying beta test will remain open until March 5th and is available for PC - boo - and Android devices - yay, - complete with cross-play. [Read more]

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Prepare to get your mind melted as Evangelion returns to Goddess of Victory: NIKKE
If you are a fan of sci-fi shooters and incredibly weird, mind-bending anime series, then you are in for a treat, as Goddess of Victory: Nikke is gearing up for its second collaboration with Evangelion. We were also treated to an upcoming crossover at Sony’s State of Play, but more on that later. [Read more]

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Prepare to get your mind melted as Evangelion returns to Goddess of Victory: NIKKE
If you are a fan of sci-fi shooters and incredibly weird, mind-bending anime series, then you are in for a treat, as Goddess of Victory: Nikke is gearing up for its second collaboration with Evangelion. We were also treated to an upcoming crossover at Sony’s State of Play, but more on that later. [Read more]

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Square Enix gives with one hand and slaps fans in the face with the other in a hotpot of announcments
We have something of a mixed bag coming over from Square Enix HQ today. Two of their mobile games are revelling in life with new events keeping them alive, whilst another has been thrown onto the ever-growing discard pile Square is building. I have honestly lost count at this point. [Read more]

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Let the world burn as you have some festival fun in Genshin Impact
It is time to leave the world burning once again as you take a much-needed break from that whole “hero” lark and enjoy some celebrations in Genshin Impact. Version 5.4, Moonlight Amidst Dreams, will see you in Inazuma to attend the Mikawa Flower Festival and introduce a handy new recruit. [Read more]

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Let the world burn as you have some festival fun in Genshin Impact
It is time to leave the world burning once again as you take a much-needed break from that whole “hero” lark and enjoy some celebrations in Genshin Impact. Version 5.4, Moonlight Amidst Dreams, will see you in Inazuma to attend the Mikawa Flower Festival and introduce a handy new recruit. [Read more]

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Full Moon Over the Abyssal Sea lands on Aether Gazer in all its elegant glory
Aether Gazer has announced its latest major update, and it is one of the loveliest event names I have ever heard. Full Moon Over the Abyssal Sea is an amazing name, and it comes loaded with two side stories, a new S-grade Modifier, and some fancy threads for some of your favourite characters. [Read more]

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Open your own eatery for all the forest critters when Zoo Restaurant launches this year
Very important question; when you read the title Zoo Restaurant, do you also immediately think of running a restaurant in which you cook Zoo animals as the course? I will just assume yes. Anyway, come June 23rd we will all be able to start up our own Zoo Restaurant. [Read more]

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Crystal of Atlan opens registration for a two-week-long beta test later this month
Nuverse was prominently featured in the last month for all the wrong reasons with the USA TikTok debacle, but now it is putting all that behind it and preparing for the Crystal of Atlan beta test. Taking place between February 18th and March 5th, you still have the opportunity to get involved. [Read more]

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Crystal of Atlan opens registration for a two-week-long beta test later this month
Nuverse was prominently featured in the last month for all the wrong reasons with the USA TikTok debacle, but now it is putting all that behind it and preparing for the Crystal of Atlan beta test. Taking place between February 18th and March 5th, you still have the opportunity to get involved. [Read more]

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The 5 Best Mobile RPGs
There's no shortage of role-playing games you can find on the App Store, but the most common recommendations you might see or come across tend to almost exclusively select free-to-play titles or ports of age-old classics. Those are fine (or not, depending on who you are), but I'm venturing to do something a little different. [Read more]

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Play Together beautifully tows the line between parody and Copyright lawsuit in latest event
It is almost time for Valentine's Day, and Play Together is celebrating with an homage to one of the most romantic films out there: Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory. You know, that film about corporate espionage and terrible things happening to children. I think they want us to focus on the chocolate. A chocolate factory has opened in the Plaza of Kaia Island, run by a man named - and this is the entire reason I am writing about this update - Billy Bonka. I absolutely adore the silliness here. Anyway, Bonkas’ aside, the factory is in a bit of a state, and it is up to you to get it ship-shape. [Read more]

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Play Together beautifully tows the line between parody and Copyright lawsuit in latest event
It is almost time for Valentine's Day, and Play Together is celebrating with an homage to one of the most romantic films out there: Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory. You know, that film about corporate espionage and terrible things happening to children. I think they want us to focus on the chocolate. A chocolate factory has opened in the Plaza of Kaia Island, run by a man named - and this is the entire reason I am writing about this update - Billy Bonka. I absolutely adore the silliness here. Anyway, Bonkas’ aside, the factory is in a bit of a state, and it is up to you to get it ship-shape. [Read more]

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Messaging Services Were Unavailable for 2 mins
Mar 21, 01:28 PDTResolved - Twilio Messaging Service product was degraded for 6 minutes between 11:56pm and 12:02am Pacific Time on 03/20/2025. During this period of time customers may have experienced problem with Messaging services. The issue has now been resolved.

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SMS Delivery Delay To Multiple Countries In South Africa
Mar 20, 20:10 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delay to multiple countries in south africa. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.

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Issues with WhatsApp template message approvals.
Mar 20, 17:44 PDTInvestigating - We are currently experiencing issues with WhatsApp template message approvals. Our Engineering team is actively investigating the matter. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.

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On Call Engineers are Investigating
Mar 20, 15:19 PDTInvestigating - We've become aware of a potential issue with Invocations in production US1. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We will update as soon as we have more information.

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Some Window users may not be able to use the online-only functionality
Mar 20, 20:35 UTCIdentified - . We're working to fix the problem as quickly as we can.

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Custom Hostnames Service availability and high latency impact
Mar 20, 18:07 UTCResolved - This incident has been resolved.Mar 20, 17:59 UTCMonitoring - A fix has been implemented and we are monitoring the results.Mar 20, 17:52 UTCIdentified - Cloudflare is investigating an increased level of errors for customers using the Custom Hostnames API.

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On Call Engineers are Investigating Issues with Inbound Calls to Twilio Toll Free Numbers from Numbers with CA Providers
Mar 20, 10:43 PDTInvestigating - We've become aware of a potential issue with Twilio Toll Free Numbers receiving inbound calls from phone numbers originating from CA providers. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We will update as soon as we have more information.

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Cloudflare is investigating issues DLP scanning exact-data-match datasets
Mar 20, 17:04 UTCInvestigating - .

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Emergency Network Maintenance – AP-WEST (Mumbai)
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 20, 18:30 UTC  -  Mar 21, 00:30 UTCMar 20, 16:05 UTCScheduled - We will be performing an emergency network maintenance in our AP-WEST (Mumbai) data center beginning 20 March 2025, 18:30 UTC until 21 March 2025, 00:30 UTC. During this time, users with resources in the AP-WEST (Mumbai) region may experience intermittent issues when attempting to take actions like creating, updating, and deleting resources within this region.

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United States SMS and MMS Carrier Maintenance – Verizon
Mar 20, 06:05 PDTIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Mar 20, 06:02 PDTScheduled - The Verizon network in the United States is conducting an emergency maintenance from 20 March 2025 at 04:00 PDT until 21 March 2025 at 04:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS and MMS to Verizon United States handsets when sending via subset of long codes and short codes.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.

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SMS Delivery Delay and Failures to HI3G Network in Denmark
Mar 20, 05:55 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delay and failures to HI3G Network in Denmark . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.

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SMS Delivery Delays to H3G Network in Sweden
Mar 20, 05:47 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to H3G network in Sweden. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.

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PER (Perth) on 2025-03-20
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 20, 16:30 - 17:00 UTCMar 20, 11:28 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in PER (Perth) datacenter on 2025-03-20 between 16:30 and 17:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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MEL (Melbourne) on 2025-03-20
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 20, 14:30 - 16:30 UTCMar 20, 10:48 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in MEL (Melbourne) datacenter on 2025-03-20 between 14:30 and 16:30 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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Network Issues in Russia
Mar 20, 09:54 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues with the connection from certain networks in Russia.We are working to analyze and mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.

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Cloudflare Load Balancing Custom rules UI reordering issue
Mar 20, 07:40 UTCIdentified - The issue has been identified and a fix is being implemented.Mar 20, 07:40 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues with Load Balancing Custom rules reordering.These issues do not affect the serving of Load Balancing or Custom rules.Customers trying to reorder Custom rules may see unexpected actions saved. Customers can configure via the API as a workaround.

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Vietnam SMS Carrier Maintenance – Vinaphone
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 20, 13:00 - 13:10 PDTMar 19, 23:53 PDTScheduled - The Vinaphone network in Vietnam is conducting a planned maintenance from 20 March 2025 at 13:00 PDT until 20 March 2025 at 13:10 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Vinaphone Vietnam handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.

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Network Performance Issues in Seoul
Mar 20, 06:51 UTCMonitoring - A fix has been implemented and we are monitoring the results.Mar 20, 06:00 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues with Network Performance in Seoul, South Korea (ICN).We are working to analyze and mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.

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United States SMS Carrier Maintenance – T-Mobile
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 20, 19:00 PDT  -  Mar 21, 01:01 PDTMar 19, 14:55 PDTScheduled - The T-Mobile network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 20 March 2025 at 19:00 PDT until 21 March 2025 at 01:01 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to T-Mobile United States handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.

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United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 20, 16:15 - 21:00 PDTMar 19, 14:52 PDTScheduled - Our carrier partner Vodafone United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 20 March 2025 at 16:15 PDT until 20 March 2025 at 21:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for Vodafone United Kingdom customers.Impacted Product: Lookup Identity Match

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Refurb Apple iPad 10.2″ 32GB WiFi Tablet (2020) for $144 + free shipping
It's the best price we've seen for this model in any condition. It includes a 2-year Allstate warranty. Buy Now at eBay

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Refurb Apple Mac mini Coffee Lake i7 Desktop PC (2018) for $165 + free shipping
It's the best price we've seen for this model in any condition. (It's also a low for a refurb now by $164.) It includes a 1-year Allstate warranty. Buy Now at eBay Features 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8700B 3.2GHz Coffee Lake 6-core CPU 32GB RAM and 128GB SSD mac OS X 10.14 Model: MRTT2LL/A

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Pok Pok Kids' Learning App: Lifetime subscription for $60
You'd pay $46 for an annual subscription direct from Pok Pok, so by the second year, you're already saving on this subscription. This Montessori-inspired app has educational games for children aged 2 to 8. Buy Now at StackSocial

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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Blue – G1972LL/A – $1,069.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Blue – G1972LL/A $1,069.00 Originally released October 2023 24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors 16GB unified memory 256GB SSD¹ 1080p FaceTime HD camera Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports Product page on the Apple Store…

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Refurb 3rd-Gen. Apple iPad Air 64GB 10.5″ WiFi Tablet for $180 + free shipping
It's $600 off and the best deal we could find. It comes with a case, charger, and screen protector. Buy Now at SUPER

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Apple MacBook Pro M3 Pro 14″ Laptop w/ 36GB RAM & 1TB SSD (2023) for $1,899 + free shipping
Save $700 on this late 2023 MacBook Pro, equipped with an M3 Pro CPU and a whopping 36GB of unified RAM. Buy Now at B&H Photo Video

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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M1 Chip with 8‑Core CPU and 8‑Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet – Silver – G12R3LL/A – $1,449.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M1 Chip with 8‑Core CPU and 8‑Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet - Silver – G12R3LL/A $1,449.00 Originally released April 2021 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors 16GB unified memory 1TB SSD 1080p FaceTime HD camera Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Two USB 3 ports Magic Keyboard with Touch ID Product page on the Apple Store…

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4th-Gen. Apple iPad Pro 11″ 2TB WiFi Tablet for $999 + free shipping
That's a savings of $900. In Silver or Space Gray. Buy Now at Best Buy

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Apple MacBook Air M2 13.6″ Laptop (2022) for $699 + free shipping
That's $50 under our mention of three weeks ago and the best price we've seen for it. Buy Now at Best Buy

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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Blue – G19L2LL/A – $1,409.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Blue – G19L2LL/A $1,409.00 Originally released October 2023 24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors 16GB unified memory 512GB SSD¹ Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵ 1080p FaceTime HD camera Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s) Product page on the Apple Store…

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Apple Pencil (USB-C) for $32 + free shipping
Use code "KINGOF50OFFDISC" to get this price. That's back at easily the best price we've ever seen and half of what you'd pay for a retail-sealed unit elsewhere. Buy Now at eBay Features attaches magnetically to the side edge of an iPad connects w/ a range of iPads (see "Specifications" for model compatibility) supports Apple Pencil hover when used with iPad Pro 12.9" (6th gen) and iPad Pro 11" (4th gen) Model: MUWA3AM/A

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Apple Mac Studio Mini Desktop PCs (2025) at B&H Photo Video: Preorders from $1,999 + free shipping
2025 brings a selection of new Apple Mac Studio Mini desktops, now available for preorder. Prices start from $1,999 for the M4 Max chip version; deals start from $3,999 for the M3 Ultra chip model. Both of these Mac Studio models are due to release on March 12. Buy Now at B&H Photo Video

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Apple MacBook Air M3 Laptops (2025) at B&H Photo Video: Preorders from $999 + free shipping
Get the new 2025 MacBook Air models preordered at B&H Photo Video. Prices for the 13.6" model start from $999. Meanwhile, the 15.3" model starts from $1,199. Both sizes are due to release on March 12. Buy Now at B&H Photo Video

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Apple Mac Studio Mini Desktop PCs (2025) at Best Buy: Preorders from $1,999 + free shipping
This newly-announced 2025 Mac Studio Mini PC comes in two varieties. The M4 Max chip-equipped model can be preordered for $1,999, while the M3 Ultra Mac Studio has a $3,999 price tag. They're scheduled to release on March 12. Buy Now at Best Buy

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Apple Mac Studio Mini Desktop PCs (2025): Preorders from $1,999… or less + free shipping
Preorder deals for the newly-announced 2025 Mac Studio desktops are now available at Apple. You can choose the model with the M4 Max chip for $1,999, or one with the M3 Ultra chip for $3,999. Both are scheduled to release on March 12.If you can avail of Apple's Education Store prices, you can save $200 and $400 on those prices respectively. Buy Now at Apple

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Commercial / Residential Roofing Site Supervisor – Apple Roofing (United States)
Description Apple Roofing is currently seeking a highly skilled and professional Residential / Commercial Roofing Site Supervisor to join our team. As a Site

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Part Time – Student – Blue *Apple* Cafe Worker (Spring 2025) – Pennsylvania State University (United States)
…to enhance your work experience. Student openings are available at the Blue Apple Cafe. Employee meal discount during working hours is provided. Job Duties +

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Nurse Anesthetist – *Apple* Hill Surgery Center – WellSpan Health (United States)
Nurse Anesthetist - Apple Hill Surgery Center Location: WellSpan Medical Group, York, PA Schedule: Full Time At WellSpan Health, our community of 23,000 employees,

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Commercial Account Manager – Apple Roofing (United States)
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Environmental Services Technician – *Apple* Hill – Evening/Night – WellSpan Health (United States)
Environmental Services Technician - Apple Hill - Evening/Night Location: WellSpan Health, York, PA Schedule: Full Time Full time (80 hours biweekly) Monday - Friday

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Part-time *Apple* and Peach Research Assistants- Kumar lab – Pennsylvania State University (United States)
…and minimum qualifications: + Assist with planting, pruning, and harvesting of apple and peach trees + Conduct regular maintenance tasks to ensure optimal

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Facilities Technician III - Apple Hill Location: WellSpan Health, York, PA Schedule: Full Time Work Schedule: 7am to 3:30pm On-call requirements General Summary

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Bi-lingual (Spanish) Level 1 *Apple* Support Specialist – CompuCom (United States)
…right people. Our client is currently seeking a qualified Bi-lingual (Spanish) Level 1 Apple Support Specialist to join their team. This role can be hybrid / remote

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