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- 5 mins agoGet 15% off when you pair magnetic iPad case with stand
Right now you get Elago's Magnetic Folio case together with the company's magnetic stand for 15% off when you buy them together. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)6 mins agoLearning Swift during Summer
Hello everyone. I have an electrical engineering degree. I have recently decided to continue my studies because I have scholarships to pay for it. So, I am getting a second degree in computer science. My goal is to get a job in iOS development. I have taken a course in Swift. However, I don’t think […]19 mins agoApple Musical Classical app begins global rollout
The Apple Music Classical app has begun appearing on the App Store for pre-order (the app becomes available on March 28th). As this date… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.26 mins agoMonday’s best deals: M2 Pro MacBook Pro $275 off, Apple Watch Milanese Loop $53, Beats earbuds, more | 9 to 5 MacMonday’s best deals: M2 Pro MacBook Pro $275 off, Apple Watch Milanese Loop $53, Beats earbuds, more
All of today’s best deals are now going live courtesy of our friends over at 9to5Toys. This week is seeing some price cuts land on Apple’s latest 16- and 14-inch inch M2 Pro MacBook Pros at up to $275 off. Not to mention, rare savings on the official Apple Watch Milanese Loop bands at $53 each as well as a Beats earbuds sale to start the week. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.27 mins agoLifetime Babbel language learning subscription plummets to $149.97 ($450 off)
A phenomenal $450 price drop has launched on a lifetime Babbel subscription, dropping the cost of the language-learning tool to just $149.97 — the cheapest price we've seen this year.Save $450 on Babbel.The $149.97 price is courtesy of StackCommerce, with a lifetime subscription to Babbel now $450 off the $599 retail price. Read more...28 mins agoShould I implement Sign In with Apple (SIWA) or should I go with email id/password? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingShould I implement Sign In with Apple (SIWA) or should I go with email id/password?
I'm using SwiftUI with Firebase for my app. For the onboarding process, I can't decide if I should implement SIWA or should I go with the simple email + password way. What are the pros and cons of both? submitted by /u/penguindrinksbeer [link] [comments]30 mins agoUnlocking the Power of Cognitive Diversity With Inclusive Leadership [FREE]
Want to drive innovation and unlock the potential of your team? Learn how inclusive leadership and cognitive diversity go hand in hand.31 mins agoHands-on: Here’s how Apple Music Classical design looks [Gallery]
Apple announced earlier this month that its new Apple Music Classical app will become available to users on Tuesday, March 27. However, some users located in Asia were already able to download the app today – and 9to5Mac was also able to get a copy of the app. Read on as we show you a first look at what Apple Music Classical’s design looks like. more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.35 mins agoToday in Apple history: Radius kicks off clone Mac era in style
March 27, 1995: The first official Macintosh clone launches, as Radius releases its high-end System 100 Mac. Made by a company founded by several notable Macintosh alumni, this marvelous machine kicks off the era of clone Macs in grand fashion — before things take a turn for the worse. Radius System 100 launches The System 100 […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)41 mins agoSonos Era 300 review: Spatial audio finally arrives
The all-new Sonos Era 300 is an excellent new smart home speaker that elevates your audio with support for Dolby Atmos spatial audio.Sonos Era 300In mid-March, Sonos debuted not one but two new speakers. The Sonos Era 100 is a slightly improved version of the Sonos One, while the Era 300 is most similar to the Play Five. Read more...50 mins agoMajor workstation makeover covers all bases [Setups]
Let's just say today's featured MacBook Pro setup looked a lot different 2 years ago. It's more evidence that a setup is never, ever "done." (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)58 mins agoApple CEO Tim Cook meets with China’s commerce minister
Apple CEO Tim Cook met with China’s minister of commerce, Wang Wentao, to discuss China’s reopening and broader supply chain… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.1 hour agoTim Cook touts ‘symbiotic’ relationship between Apple and China
Cook spoke about the "symbiotic kind of relationship" that Apple and China have at the China Development Forum over the weekend. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)1 hour agoApple Music Classical begins rolling out to international users
Apple Music subscribers around the world are beginning to get the new Apple Music Classical app, starting with users in Australia and Asia.The long-awaited Apple Music Classical is due to launch on March 28, 2023, but for some countries around the globe, that date has already come. Consequently the first sightings of Apple's new classical music service are beginning to appear in tweets from users in those nations.#AppleMusic Apple Music Classical .. Apple Music pic.twitter.com/aha7K8gs3N— jetboat (@jetboat26) March 27, 2023 Read more...1 hour agoApple demos mixed-reality headset for top 100 executives
Apple gathered the company’s roughly 100 highest-ranking executives in the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple park in Cupertino, California… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.1 hour agoDeals: AirPods 3 Drop to New Record Low Price of $134.99 ($35 Off)
Verizon today introduced a new all-time low price on the AirPods 3 with Lightning Charging Case, available for $134.99, down from $169.99. This beats the previous record low price on the headphones by $5, and right now only Verizon has the deal. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Verizon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Additionally, the AirPods 3 with MagSafe Charging Case is down to $144.00 on Verizon, from $179.00. This is the best price we've tracked so far this year on the MagSafe model. $35 OFFAirPods 3 (Lightning) for $134.99 $35 OFFAirPods 3 (MagSafe) for $144.00 Deals on the AirPods 3 were rare earlier in 2023, but in the past few weeks Verizon has finally kicked off fresh discounts, leading up to today's low prices. Shoppers should remember that you don't need to be a Verizon customer to take advantage of these deals. Verizon also has the year's best prices on other AirPods models, including the AirPods Pro 2 for $199.99 ($50 off) and the AirPods 2 for $89.99 ($39 off). $50 OFFAirPods Pro 2 for $199.99 $39 OFFAirPods 2 for $89.99 We track sales for every model of the AirPods in our Best AirPods Deals guide, so be sure to bookmark that page while you shop around for the wireless headphones. Keep up with all of this week's best discounts on Apple products and related accessories in our dedicated Apple Deals roundup.Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums1 hour agoApple acquires AI-powered video compression startup WaveOne
WaveOne, a California-based startup that has been developing algorithms for compressing videos, has confirmed that it has been purchased by Apple.Credit: Laurenz Heymann/UnsplashFounded in 2016, WaveOne sought to use machine learning for video compression. By employing artificial intelligence, WaveOne could create "content-aware" video compression and decompression that prioritized faces and text, and deprioritized background information like grass or trees. Read more...1 hour agoYou can’t go wrong with AirBox Go while traveling [Review] ★★★★☆
The sleek AirBox Go works as advertised. It's an excellent 3-in-1 portable power bank for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)1 hour agoHome+ gains the ability to mass edit HomeKit scenes and automations to replace broken devices | 9 to 5 MacHome+ gains the ability to mass edit HomeKit scenes and automations to replace broken devices
Home+ is a powerful app for taking your HomeKit experience to places that the regular Home app doesn’t even come close to touching. Whether you’re a casual user or a power user, Home+ has the features and tools you need to make the most of your smart home. more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.1 hour agoIn February, Apple Acquired Digital Media Company 'WaveOne' that used AI to Compress Videos | Patently AppleIn February, Apple Acquired Digital Media Company 'WaveOne' that used AI to Compress Videos
It's being reported today that Apple has acquired WaveOne that was developing AI algorithms for compressing video.02:31 pmiPhone 15 reportedly set to ditch the physical SIM card in more countries this year
Apple began its switch to eSIM-only iPhones last year by ditching the physical SIM card altogether in the United States. According to a new report today, the company could expand its SIM card-free iPhone models to more countries in Europe this year with the iPhone 15. more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.02:27 pmApple Musical Classical begins global rollout
The Apple Music Classical app appeared on the App Store for pre-order, with the iPhone maker confirming it would go live on March 28. Now that this date has arrived in some countries, the app is beginning its global rollout. Apple confirmed the timing earlier in the month … more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.02:22 pmApple Met with China's Minister of Commerce to discuss the company's development plans in China and Supply Chain issues | Patently AppleApple Met with China's Minister of Commerce to discuss the company's development plans in China and Supply Chain issues
Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook met China’s Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao on Monday to discuss supply chain issues ...02:21 pmApple Music Classical Begins Launching for Some iPhone Users
Apple Music Classical is scheduled to launch on Tuesday, March 28, but it appears that the app is beginning to roll out for some iPhone users in some Asian countries, such as Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, and Vietnam, according to Twitter users. Apple Music Classical became available for pre-order on the App Store earlier this month. The app offers over five million classical music tracks and is free to use with a standard Apple Music subscription on iOS 15.4 and later. Apple Music Classical is based on Primephonic, a classical music streaming service that Apple acquired in 2021. The standalone app leverages Primephonic's playlists and audio content, search capabilities, metadata, and more. Apple says the app features thousands of composer biographies, descriptions of key works, and more. Apple Music Classical is live pic.twitter.com/5BuUTDireQ— ShrimpApplePro 🍤 (@VNchocoTaco) March 27, 2023 Apple Music Classical is available for the iPhone only at launch, with an Android version of the app coming soon, according to Apple. The app is currently available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, and Dutch. Apple originally planned to launch a classical music app in 2022, but the app was not announced until this year. Apple shut down Primephonic in September 2021 and offered subscribers six months of access to Apple Music for free at the time.Tags: Apple Music, Apple Music ClassicalThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:21 pmApple bolsters its AI technology with acquisition of WaveOne startup
Apple has made an acquisition in the artificial intelligence space, as first spotted by TechCrunch. The report says Apple “quietly” acquired the Mountain View-based company WaveOne, a startup that was “developing AI algorithms for compressing video.” more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.02:05 pmApple Acquires WaveOne Startup Working on AI-Powered Video Compression
Apple recently acquired WaveOne, a California-based startup that was developing AI algorithms for video compression, according to TechCrunch. Apple did not confirm the acquisition, but former WaveOne executive Bob Stankosh said a "sale of the company to Apple" was finalized earlier this year. In addition, the report notes that WaveOne's website was taken offline around January and that several of the company's employees now work at Apple on various machine learning teams. WaveOne was working on "content-aware" video compression and decompression algorithms to reduce the size of video files, according to the report:Leveraging AI-powered scene and object detection, the startup's technology could essentially "understand" a video frame — allowing it to, for example, prioritize faces at the expense of other elements within a scene to save bandwidth.It's unclear how much Apple paid for WaveOne or when the startup's technologies might be integrated into Apple's software platforms.Tag: TechCrunchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:00 pmAdd 2 external displays and zippy charging with new 9-in-1 dock
Ugreen's new multiport docking station -- with nine ports for most needs -- also helps an M1 MacBook drive two external displays. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)01:55 pmSIM card trays may disappear from iPhone 15 in Europe
Apple may expand its removal of physical SIM card trays, with European iPhones possibly the next to lose the legacy technological element in the iPhone 15.A SIM trayThe introduction of the iPhone 14 forced millions of US iPhone users into using eSIMs instead of a physical SIM card. In a probable expansion of that design decision, Apple may make the same change for units bound for Europe. Read more...01:47 pmDeals: Save on Satechi's Best Accessories During its New 20% Off Sitewide Sale
Satechi today kicked off a new springtime sale, offering 20 percent off sitewide when entering the code SPRING20 at checkout. This sale is available on all Satechi products sitewide with the exclusion of the new 200W USB-C 6-port GAN charger, and it will last through April 2. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Satechi. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Satechi is known for its wireless chargers, USB-C hubs, keyboards, cables, and other accessories, many of which are compatible with Apple products like the MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, iMac, and iPhone. We've collected a few examples of the accessories you can buy during this sale below, but remember that the code SPRING20 will work sitewide through April 2. 20% OFFSatechi Sitewide Spring Sale30W USB-C Wall Charger - $24.00, down from $29.99 USB-C Magnetic Charging Cable for Apple Watch - $32.00, down from $39.99 2-in-1 Headphone Stand and Wireless Charger - $64.00, down from $79.99 Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard - $72.00, down from $89.99 Pro Hub Max - $80.00, down from $99.99 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Stand - $96.00, down from $119.99 USB-C Slim Dock for 24-inch iMac - $120.00, down from $149.99 The sale will end in one week, so browse Satechi's website soon if you're interested in using the coupon code before it expires. Additionally, be sure to visit our full Deals Roundup to shop for even more Apple-related products and accessories.Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:45 pmBenQ’s 3 sharp new 4K monitors swivel on Ergo arms
All three displays offer solid color performance with plenty of options for movement on the innovative Ergo Arm. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)01:42 pmApple's iPhone 13 was China's #1 Smartphone in 2022 taking the top Three Spots
Patently Apple noted in a report on Saturday that OPPO, Vivo and Xiaomi formed an alliance that will allow users to transfer data between their branded devices, an alliance designed to challenge Apple’s popularity in the country. Today we're learning that this "popularity" in China in 2022 resulted in Apple taking the top ...01:41 pmSonos Era 100 review: Puts HomePod on notice
The old Sonos One was a versatile speaker at an entry price that didn't quite match the HomePod. The new Era 100 speaker changes that with a more dynamic sound and robust features — while managing to undercut HomePod in price.Sonos Era 100Before the Era 100, Sonos' extensive speaker lineup and Apple's minimal one didn't overlap much, if at all. HomePod mini costs $100, and HomePod sits at $300. Read more...01:30 pmBack up your photos for life with 10TB of cloud storage for just $100
Instead of deciding which photos and videos you love the least, you can get a 10TB lifetime backup plan from Degoo for only $99.99. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)01:28 pmDeals: Up to 46% off Apple iMacs & MacBooks, $200 off Peloton Bike, Apple Watch for $114, more | AppleInsiderDeals: Up to 46% off Apple iMacs & MacBooks, $200 off Peloton Bike, Apple Watch for $114, more
Top deals for March 27 include iPhone 12 and 13 models from $300, up to 55% off Home smart locks, 80% off a Charger Baseus PowerCombo charging station, 31% off a Ninja air fryer, and $300 off a Canon 4K camera.Get an Apple Watch Series 4 for $114The AppleInsider crew looks high and low for unbeatable deals at online stores to develop a list of stellar bargains on popular tech gadgets, including discounts on Apple products, TVs, accessories, and other items. We post the top finds in our Daily Deals list to help you save money. Read more...01:25 pmApple Car LiDAR system could be made by iPhone supplier
The Apple Car LiDAR system could be made by the same company which makes the laser scanning system used in some iPhone models to help mimic shallow depth of field in Portrait photos and Cinematic Video footage. While self-driving cars can use a variety of different technologies to make sense of the world around them, it’s believed that Light Detection And Ranging (LiDAR) will be the primary one used by Apple … more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.01:15 pmiPhone 15 Rumored to Lack SIM Card Tray in France and Likely Other Countries
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models could launch without a SIM card tray in France this year, according to information obtained by French website MacGeneration. This means the devices would work with eSIMs only for cellular connectivity. If the SIM card tray is removed in France, it would likely be removed in at least some other European countries as well, as Apple typically sells one iPhone model in most of Europe. For example, the iPhone 14 Pro model A2890 sold in France is also sold in the UK, Ireland, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Austria, Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and dozens of other countries. Apple already removed the SIM card tray from all iPhone 14 models in the U.S. last September, forcing customers to use an eSIM, a digital SIM that allows users to activate a cellular plan without having to use a physical nano-SIM card. Apple has a support document with a list of carriers that support eSIM technology around the world. When the iPhone 14 series launched in the U.S., Apple promoted eSIMs as being more secure than a physical SIM since they cannot be removed from an iPhone that is lost or stolen. Apple added that up to eight eSIMs can be managed in the iPhone's Settings app, eliminating the need to obtain, carry, and swap physical SIM cards while traveling. iPhone 13 and newer models can have two eSIMs active at the same time. With eSIM availability rapidly expanding, the removal of the SIM card tray beyond the U.S. seems inevitable, even if the transition takes a few more years to be fully completed. Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 15 series in September as usual.Related Roundups: iPhone 15, iPhone 15 ProTag: MacGenerationRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:12 pmApple’s biggest execs have seen its next big thing–but they’re not believers
Macworld Last week, according to leaker Mark Gurman and others, Apple held a glitzy showcase event where its 100 most influential employees got to see the latest progress of the mixed-reality headset project. This project is expected to culminate in a public launch later this year, likely at WWDC in June, which means the showcase event should have had an air of both finality and celebration–but it appears this was not entirely so. Discussing the behind-closed-doors event in the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Gurman explained that Apple has run secret internal demos of the headset every year since 2018, but that this one was different: it was grander and more polished, essentially, taking place in the same Steve Jobs Theatre as far higher-profile public announcements. This’s likely because the device and the event are close to completion after numerous delays—and because the pitch is a large part of what will make the headset successful. For all the glitz and glamor, however, it is evident from Gurman’s account and particularly from a more critical parallel report in the New York Times that all is not well in the Apple camp. “As the company prepares to introduce the headset in June,” writes the NYT, citing the testimony of multiple current and former employees, “enthusiasm at Apple has given way to skepticism.” The paper names the high $3,000 price, and the debatable usefulness and marketability of the product as key concerns, and reports that some members of staff have been so doubtful of the project’s viability that they have defected to different parts of the business, while others have been fired for “lack of progress with some aspects of the headset, including its use of Apple’s Siri voice assistant.” The original Apple Watch wasn’t a hit out of the gate, but it’s lavish solid-gold model got a lot of attention.IDG Gurman, more tactfully, describes Apple executives as being “clear-eyed about Apple’s challenges pushing into this new market,” and says they are “striking a realistic tone within the company. This isn’t going to be a hit product right out of the gate.” Reports of skepticism and disagreement related to Apple’s headset are not new. Earlier this month we covered claims that Apple designers lobbied to postpone the headset’s launch until the technology became more advanced and that Tim Cook overruled these concerns and insisted on a launch this year. A glance at a calendar alone, indeed, would give clues to long-running problems: Apple has been talking up its interest in AR and VR since at least 2016 but has yet to launch any actual hardware for this market. It’s relevant, perhaps, that even back in 2016 Cook was careful to point out that “there are some really hard technology challenges” and to warn that it would take some time for AR to become “acceptable,” a cautious caveat for a potentially business-changing product category. Gurman discusses the idea that the so-called Reality Pro mixed-reality headset could follow the same path as the Apple Watch, by which he means an intriguing but low-profit launch followed by improved and cheaper follow-up versions and a gradual evolution towards an eventual market niche. It took the Apple Watch several generations to find its purpose as a health and fitness device, something which wasn’t clear when it arrived with a $10,000 gold option. Gurman may be right about this, and it’s always risky to underestimate Apple’s powers of marketing. But such a feat would be far more impressive this time around because the headset will be so much more novel than a smartwatch and much more ostentatious and uncomfortable to wear. It’s much harder to sell early adopters on the potential of an experimental new device if it costs $3,000, too, which means there will be fewer models in the wild to seed the curiosity of the next generation of customers. But if we’re not convinced, we can usually count on Apple’s hype engine to tell us why we’re wrong. But if Apple’s own employees can’t see throught he reality distortion field, it’s a worrying sign for a company that is normally so good at putting out a consistent and enthusiastic message. Keep up with the latest news and rumors with our regularly updated guide to Apple’s mixed-reality headset. Apple01:09 pmApple CEO Tim Cook praises China’s innovation, long history with the company during Beijing visit | Mac Daily NewsApple CEO Tim Cook praises China’s innovation, long history with the company during Beijing visit
Apple CEO Tim Cook on Saturday used his first public remarks on his visit to China to praise the country for its rapid innovation and its… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:04 pmUPDATE: Performance of Github-related triggers is degraded in Cloud Build
Incident began at 2023-03-27 05:48 (all times are US/Pacific).Summary: Performance of Github-related triggers is degraded in Cloud Build Description: We are experiencing an issue with Cloud Build. Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide an update by Monday, 2023-03-27 07:00 US/Pacific with current details. Diagnosis: If the customers push to Github repo, their triggers may not not trigger a build. If thee customers try to set up a new trigger Github might respond with '500' error. Workaround: None at this time. Affected products: Cloud Developer Tools, Cloud BuildAffected locations: Taiwan (asia-east1), Hong Kong (asia-east2), Tokyo (asia-northeast1), Osaka (asia-northeast2), Seoul (asia-northeast3), Mumbai (asia-south1), Singapore (asia-southeast1), Jakarta (asia-southeast2), Sydney (australia-southeast1), Warsaw (europe-central2), Finland (europe-north1), Belgium (europe-west1), London (europe-west2), Frankfurt (europe-west3), Netherlands (europe-west4), Zurich (europe-west6), Global, Montréal (northamerica-northeast1), São Paulo (southamerica-east1), Iowa (us-central1), South Carolina (us-east1), Northern Virginia (us-east4), Oregon (us-west1), Los Angeles (us-west2), Salt Lake City (us-west3), Las Vegas (us-west4)01:02 pmApple Car may get parts made by iPhone 3D sensor supplier
The self-driving system of the Apple Car has been improved, thanks to the use of LiDAR sensors sourced from the same company that makes them for the iPhone.An Apple self-driving car test bed. The long-rumored Apple Car is expected to offer some form of self-driving facility, something Apple has publicly been testing for a number of years. While Apple doesn't have anything to publicly state about Apple Car itself, it apparently has worked to improve the self-driving element. Read more...01:00 pmBark and Calix Partner To Combat Cyberbullying
The issue of cyberbullying has gained significant attention in recent years due to the widespread use of the internet and social media platforms. Fortunately, software tools are now available to help combat cyberbullying, and one of the most popular is Bark. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.01:00 pmSimple Questions Megathread—March 27, 2023
Welcome to the weekly r/iOSProgramming simple questions thread! Please use this thread to ask for help with simple tasks, or for questions about which courses or resources to use to start learning iOS development. Additionally, you may find our Beginner's FAQ useful. To save you and everyone some time, please search Google before posting. If […]01:00 pmHands-on: Sonos’ next-gen Era 300 speaker packs an impressive punch
Sonos has just introduced a brand new product line with the release of the Era 300. We have been seeing leaks and renders about this product for months, but now we were able to get some hands-on time with it. Let me tell you, while it’s not perfect, this new speaker is extremely impressive. more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.12:55 pmApple competitor OPPO has pulled out of key European markets due to Nokia Patent Infringement Litigation | Patently AppleApple competitor OPPO has pulled out of key European markets due to Nokia Patent Infringement Litigation
It's being report today that Apple's smartphone competitor OPPO is pulling out of key European markets. While the company is trying to spin the story, the fact is that litigation is forcing them out of key European markets12:44 pmCloudflare Pages GitHub users build issues
Mar 27, 12:44 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is aware of and investigating an issue with Cloudflare Pages build delays which potentially impacts multiple customers. GitHub users may fail to push changes to their repos which means they can't create new Pages deployments. GitLab users are unaffected. Live edge traffic is unaffected. Further updates to follow.12:43 pmiPhone 15 could go eSIM-only in more countries
Apple could ditch the physical SIM card slot on the iPhone 15 in several countries outside the US and go eSIM-only. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)12:42 pmSome of Twitter’s source code leaked, raising security concerns
Parts of Twitter’s source code were posted to code-sharing site Github, and have seemingly been available there for several months before the company noticed … more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.12:10 pmApple Car's Self-Driving System Reportedly Advances, Could Use Sensors From iPhone LiDAR Supplier | MacRumorsApple Car's Self-Driving System Reportedly Advances, Could Use Sensors From iPhone LiDAR Supplier
Apple has made advancements with its self-driving system and could use LiDAR sensors from Wenmao, Economic Daily News reports. Apple has reportedly improved its vehicle project's self-driving capabilities and is expanding testing. The self-driving system apparently heavily relies on LiDAR sensors, which Apple may source from Chinese supplier Wenmao – a supplier that already provides LiDAR scanners for the iPhone and iPad Pro. While the company may take some time to develop capacity for automotive-grade LiDAR sensors, Wenmao's quality and existing relationship with Apple could make a partnership likely. Apple is likely to choose long-term supply chain partners like Wenmao early in the development process. Another Economic Daily News report says that Apple supplier Foxconn's collaboration with German industrial giant Siemens to make advanced driver assistance systems could align with Apple's automotive strategy. Taiwanese companies like Foxconn are believed to have sufficient production capacity to build the vehicle. Apple is expected to continue testing until the car is a viable consumer product. A major recent report from Bloomberg claims that Apple has scaled back its initial vision for the vehicle and dropped its proposed $120,000 price point, eliminating ambitions for a full self-driving system with no steering wheel or pedals, and an interior design focused on communal seating. Now, the car is expected to have a much more conventional design with more limited self-driving capabilities, for a price under $100,000. The car is now expected to launch around 2026.Related Roundup: Apple CarTags: Economic Daily News, LiDAR ScannerRelated Forum: Apple, Inc and Tech IndustryThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:57 amThe best-selling smartphone in China last year was the iPhone 13
New data from market intelligence company Counterpoint Research indicates that the iPhone 13 was the best-selling smartphone in China last year. The company also notched up a new first in the country, as three different iPhone models took the top three slots in the sales ranking … more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.11:37 amTim Cook Praises Apple's 'Symbiotic Relationship' With China During Beijing Visit
Apple CEO Tim Cook has praised his company's "symbiotic relationship" with China during his first visit to the country in the last three years. Tim Cook shares a photo of his visit to Apple's Wangfujing store via Weibo In his first visit since the pandemic began in 2020, the Apple chief gave a keynote speech over the weekend at the China Development Forum, where he said he "could not be more excited" to celebrate Apple's 30th anniversary in the country, where the company makes the vast majority of its iPhones. "Apple and China . . . grew together and so this has been a symbiotic kind of relationship," said Cook, according to a report by the Financial Times. Cook was among several U.S. tech company chiefs in Beijing, where the forum has been billed as an opening-up party after three years of lockdowns and restrictions as a result of President Xi Jinping's strict zero-Covid policy, which heavily impacted Apple's operations and led to a shortage of iPhone 14 models during the holiday period. According to the FT report, Cook avoided mention of tensions between the U.S. and China during his keynote, which occurred during a session about technology and education, and instead talked up the millions of iOS developers in the country, as well as the success of its Apple stores in the region. Bloomberg on Monday reported that Cook went on to meet China's minister of commerce Wang Wentao. "Both sides exchanged views about Apple's development in China and stabilizing the industry supply chain," according to a statement given to the outlet by Wang's ministry. Wang also reportedly told Cook that China will continue to open up and provide good services to foreign firms including Apple. Apple last month released its financial results for the quarter ending in December, reporting a roughly 5% decline in revenue compared to the year-ago quarter. Apple cited a "challenging environment" that included iPhone supply issues due to COVID lockdowns in China, which hampered its ability to ship devices to customers. China's smartphone market finished 2022 with an annual shipment of 287 million units, a year-on-year decrease of 14% and the first time since 2013 that the country's market shipment has fallen below 300 million units, according to a report by Canalys. Apple reached an all-time-high market share of 18% for the year, despite growth for the fourth quarter dropping by 24% due to supply issues, said the report. Apple has been trying to diversify its supply chain outside of China to reduce its reliance on the country and mitigate the impact of geopolitical unrest, with Vietnam, and more recently India, emerging as important locations for supply chain expansion and investment.Tags: China, Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:34 amInside Apple Grand Central retail: The Apple Store on a balcony
If you're either getting off your train or running to it through Grand Central Terminal, you will most likely see Apple Grand Central. AppleInsider checks it out.Apple Grand Central exteriorUnlike Apple's traditional white-chromatic environment you would usually see when visiting one of their stores, Apple Grand Central blends in with the setting around it by continuing with the brushed-brass colored finish from the walls to the floors. Read more...11:32 amWhile in China on business, Apple's CEO made a sizeable donation to the China Development Research Foundation focused on Education | Patently AppleWhile in China on business, Apple's CEO made a sizeable donation to the China Development Research Foundation focused on Education
Apple has officially announced today that its donation to the China Development Research Foundation has increased to US$14.5 Million (100 million yuan) to create growth opportunities for teachers and students across China. Apple's new donation will fund the three-year "Smart Gardener" project, focusing on digital teaching in underdeveloped areas in China, which is expected to affect more than 120,000 teachers...11:30 amAAPL chief operating officer sells $30M stock, likely to pay taxes
AAPL’s chief operating officer Jeff Williams has sold more than 187,000 shares, worth a fraction under $30M. It’s the first sale by a company exec in more than four months. While eyebrows are being raised in some quarters, with Twitter commenters suggesting it points to bad news ahead, the timing suggests a mundane explanation … more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.11:15 ammacOS 14: Every new feature we hope (and expect) to see at WWDC 2023
Macworld While we’re still waiting for the official announcement, WWDC is coming. In just a couple of months, most likely the first week in June, Apple will unveil the next version of macOS and show off all of its new features ahead of its release later this year. Rumors about new features have been light—all we know so far is that Apple has shifted some macOS resources to xrOS—but there are plenty of features we expect and hope to see make an appearance on the big stage. Here’s our feature wishlist for macOS 14 [insert name of scenic California locale here]: Dynamic Island for the Mac With the iPhone 14 Pro, Apple introduced the Dynamic Island, which uses the pill-shaped cutout for Face ID and the selfie camera as an extraordinary UI element. It’s an ingenious feature that needs to at least come to the MacBook Pro. At the very least, Dynamic Island would alleviate the clutter on the right side of the macOS interface, which houses notifications, reminders, and widgets. But it could also be a great way to monitor the progress of something an app is working on in the background, act as an indicator for battery life, or display what Apple Music is playing as on the iPhone. Besides, Apple’s 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro and the M2 MacBook Air already have display notches, so a trip to the Dynamic Island should be easy to book. Time Machine iCloud backups Apple could make a lot of money by offering cloud storage for Time Machine backups.Foundry This was on our wishlist for macOS 12 and macOS 13, and it’s going to stay on every wishlist until it happens. As I said before, I’ll say it again: Having an offsite backup is always a good idea, and Time Machine could be updated to do that along the option for a local backup. Since Apple doesn’t seem to be interested in adding this feature to macOS out of necessity, allow me to take a different angle: It’s good for Apple’s bottom line. Think about it, Apple. You could make precious Services money from Time Machine iCloud backups by selling iCloud+ storage. Apple already has a $9.99/£6.99 tier that offers 2TB of storage— and I could see a new $6.99/£3.99 for 1TB of Time Machine iCloud+ storage tier. That’s about $84/£48 per year, and say, 500,000 users sign up for that. Um, well, that’s a lot of money you’re making each year and a lot of happy Mac customers. How can you pass that up, Apple? Fine-tune System Settings In my macOS 13 wishlist, I wanted Apple to rename System Preference to Settings to match iOS and iPadOS. My wish came true, but at a price: Apple took it a step further and redesigned the UI to be more like the iPhone. That caused consternation for the most hard-core Mac fans and confusion among even iPhone users–and sent a lot of Mac users to Google to find settings they thought were lost. There’s no going back now; System Settings and its UI are here to stay. But it could use some fine-tuning. We’d love to see Apple separate the interface from iOS. The look is fine, but some settings don’t make sense tucked away behind General or Desktop & Dock. Top on the list: Time Machine (especially if Apple unlocks iCloud backups). Bring over more Apple iOS apps With macOS Ventura, Apple finally made Mac versions of the Clock and Weather apps that have been in iOS since forever. Why stop there? There are plenty of iOS apps that aren’t available on the Mac: Translate, Clips (which was on my macOS 13 wishlist), Health, Wallet (those two were on my macOS 12 wishlist), Support…maybe not Compass, Measure, and Magnifier. And hey, while they’re at it, revive Warren Buffet’s Paper Wizard and bring it to the Mac! More iOS apps, such as Wallet, should come to macOS.Foundry Sync the Clock app across all devices As I just said, with macOS Ventura, Apple finally brought over Mac versions of the Clock and Weather apps that have been in iOS and iPadOS. Yay! However, the Weather app syncs between devices, and the Clock app doesn’t. That means that alarms that you set on one device aren’t available on others. Boo! It’s easy enough to set an alarm, but it would be way easier if those alarms synced across devices. While we’re at it, why not sync world clock entries? Or even timers–I create a lot of timers and would like to be able to control them from multiple devices. Oh, and since everyone might not want their iPhone timers on their Mac, then give us the option to turn syncing off. The Clock app arrived with macOS Ventura, but it doesn’t sync with the Clock app on iPhones and iPads.Foundry Unify the version number This version of macOS will be version 14 even though Mac OS X came out in 2001. In the meantime, iOS and iPadOS will eventually upgrade to version 17. And as someone who makes a living off of covering these products, I still get mixed up with the version numbers frequently. If macOS, iOS, and iPadOS were all the same version number, it would save us a lot of trouble. Admittedly, this is a minor request and many of you reading this probably think it’s a silly request. But at the same time, isn’t versioning just as silly? After all, it’s just a label. Apple already tries to get away from using the number as a general reference point by giving macOS a name after a California location. I suspect that Apple has some sort of plan for this already in the works as it looks to add a new operating system, xrOS, into the mix. But it seems like macOS and iPadOS are on a collision course (which is a whole different conversation), so perhaps Apple could take the opportunity to align all of its OSes on the same number. Maybe 20? After all, it’s just a number. Bring stability improvements and optimization I can keep going with the wishes–a lot of what I wanted in my macOS 12 and macOS 13 wishlist have yet to become reality, and I’d still like to see them happen. But reports have said that macOS 14 won’t have many major changes, since the company is supposedly focusing on the AR/VR headset and its operating system, rumored to be called xrOS. Development for macOS 14, iOS 17, and iPadOS 17 (see, wouldn’t it be easier to read if they had the same version number?) is seemingly a lower priority until that device is unveiled. But Apple won’t let 2023 go by without a macOS update. With the focus of the media and users on the headset, this could be the time to do an update filled with fixes to longtime issues and optimizations–and that’s it. If that happens, that’s great. MacOS has some lingering bugs and fixing them, along with making the OS overall more stable and faster, would be very satisfying. MacOS11:07 amSMS Delivery Delays and Failure to Evatis Djibouti
Mar 27, 04:07 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays and failures when sending messages to Evatis Djibouti. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.11:07 amSamsung making iPhone 15 OLED screen earlier than normal
Long-time Apple supplier Samsung Display will start its production of iPhone 15 OLED panels a month earlier than planned, reportedly due to issues at a different supplier.An iPhone with an OLED display. In early March, Samsung Display was said to have lost its exclusivity to produce displays for the entire iPhone 15 range. It now seems that some of those orders are being returned back to the South Korean producer. Read more...11:02 amSamsung to start OLED Display Production for the iPhone 15 a month earlier than originally scheduled | Patently AppleSamsung to start OLED Display Production for the iPhone 15 a month earlier than originally scheduled
According to a new supply chain report this morning, Samsung Display is set to start manufacturing OLED panels for the iPhone 15 Series a month earlier than initially planned11:00 amiPhone 15 display problems lead Apple to drop BOE for now
Chinese manufacturer BOE has reportedly been unable to fix the issues it had in making the iPhone 15 display, with Apple pulling orders from the company for now. The problem concerns the Dynamic Island cutout for the front camera and Face ID tech, and is a setback to Apple’s plan to reduce its dependence on Samsung … more… The post appeared first on 9to5Mac.11:00 amWhy Nvidia Is Winning the Race To Dominate the Metaverse
Let's explore why Nvidia's metaverse effort has been wildly successful while Facebook's became one of the most expensive failures in tech history. We'll close with my Product of the Week, a Chromebook from HP that may be the best Chromebook ever built. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.10:52 amTim Cook Pays Tribute to the Late Intel Co-Founder Gordon Moore
Gordon Moore, co-founder and former chairman of Intel, died on Friday, March 24. He was 94. Tributes to the technology pioneer were shared on social media by Silicon Valley industry leaders over the weekend, including one from Apple CEO Tim Cook. Image credit: Intel"The world lost a giant in Gordon Moore, who was one of Silicon Valley's founding fathers and a true visionary who helped pave the way for the technological revolution," said Cook in a tweet. "All of us who followed owe him a debt of gratitude. May he rest in peace."In 1965, Moore famously claimed that the capacity and complexity of computer chips would double every year (10 years later, he revised this prediction to a doubling every two years). His prediction regarding the exponential growth of computer chip technology, which held up for decades, became known as Moore's Law. The world lost a giant in Gordon Moore, who was one of Silicon Valley’s founding fathers and a true visionary who helped pave the way for the technological revolution. All of us who followed owe him a debt of gratitude. May he rest in peace.— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) March 25, 2023 Moore and business partner Robert Noyce founded Intel, originally named Integrated Electronics, in 1968. The two advocated for the use of semiconductor chips to power a wealth of consumer electronics, and made laptop computers affordable for hundreds of millions of people. Moore eventually became chairman and CEO of the company in 1979, and served as CEO for eight years. In 2005, Apple transitioned the CPUs of its Mac and Xserve computers from PowerPC to the x86 architecture from Intel. The partnership lasted for 15 years until Apple announced that it would shift its Mac line to Apple silicon in 2020.Tag: IntelThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:48 amiPhone 13 was most popular smartphone in China for 2022
The iPhone 13 was the best-selling smartphone in China across all of 2022, capturing three of the top-10 sales spots.iPhone 13China's smartphone market is an important one for Apple, and it seems that the company did really well compared to its rivals in the territory. New figures indicate that a lot of that was down to the iPhone 13. Read more...10:30 amiOS 17 just got a lot more exciting with report of ‘most requested features’ on the way
Macworld For the past several months, we’ve assumed that the next iOS release would be light on features and heavy on performance improvements and bug fixes. But a new report says that might not be the case—in fact, iOS 17 might be the most exciting release in years. According to Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, in the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Apple has pivoted from its initial strategy for iOS 17, which was originally “focused more on fixing bugs and improving performance than adding new features.” Now, he reports, Apple is all-in on new features, and iOS 17 is “expected to boast several ‘nice to have’ features” when it arrives this fall. While he doesn’t divulge what those features could be, he claims that they are among the “most requested features” by iPhone users. It’s not hard to make a list of features we’ve wanted for years—multiple users, custom icons, multiple timers, multitasking, separate volume controls for media and songs, etc.—but Gurman says the features will be smaller ones since iOS 17 “lacks a tentpole improvement like last year’s revamped lock screen.” But it’s still an intriguing notion and makes the wait for iOS 17 that much more difficult. While Apple hasn’t officially announced the dates yet, it will show off the next version of iOS at the WWDC keynote this June ahead of its full release this fall. Gurman doesn’t mention whether iPadOS 17 and macOS 14, which will also debut at WWDC, will have the same strategy. To follow along with the latest rumors, be sure to bookmark our iOS 17 superguide for all the news and rumors as they arrive. iOS10:26 amSMS Delivery Delays to Tunisie Telecom and Ooredoo Network
Mar 27, 03:26 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing MMS/SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Tunisie Telecom and Ooredoo Network. 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.10:17 amIncreased HTTP 500 Errors in India
Mar 27, 10:17 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating an increased level of HTTP 500 errors in India due to network performance issues in the region.We are working to analyse and mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.10:10 amAirPods vs the best wireless headphones for iPhone
Macworld Wireless headphones are essentially the standard now, with Bluetooth not only being convenient but Apple removing the audio jack on the iPhone range. For most people, the sound quality difference to wired isn’t noticeable anyway. The market is huge, but here are the best wireless headphones we’ve tested for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Macs. If you do want a wired connection some of these do offer it in addition to Bluetooth, but we also have a round up of the best wired headphones. And if you’re wondering why the AirPods Max don’t appear on this list, rest assured that we gave them due consideration – but while audio quality is exceptional, their very high price and ill-judged case design kept them out of this competitive chart. Read our in-depth AirPods Max review for a full explanation. Updated: March 27, 2023 to add Logitech Zone True Wireless. Best wireless headphones 1. Sennheiser CX Plus True Wireless Pros Stellar bass performance Secure and comfortable fit Exceptional and reliable wireless range AptX Adaptive codec support Cons Sub-par audio performance on phone calls Veiled midrange Stocky charging case Price When Reviewed: $179.95 Best Prices Today: $99.95 at Amazon$179.95 at Adorama$179.95 at Sennheiser Sennheiser recently updated its popular CX True Wireless earbuds with this new model called the CX Plus, which adds noise cancellation and support for AptX, while still keeping the price down to $179/£129 (in the US it’s discounted to $129.95 right now). The CX Plus has the same rather bulky design as its predecessor – which remains on sale for £119 – but that’s a minor complaint, and the attractive sound quality and effective noise-cancellation features represent great value for money. The size of the earbuds also means that they have room for a decent size battery, lasting for around eight hours on a single charge. Using noise-cancellation cuts that down by about an hour, but the charging case lets you recharge the earbuds two more times, so you’ll get 21-24 hours of music depending on usage, making the CX Plus a good option for long journeys. Regular travellers will also appreciate the noise-cancellation features, which do a good job of blocking out background noise. The Sennheiser app provides some simple EQ controls and, as well as the transparency feature provided by many headphones, the app also allows you to create and save sound zones for specific locations, such as the gym or on a train, that have their own customized settings. The CX Plus supports both Apple’s AAC for Bluetooth, and AptX for Android devices, and sound quality is really good for earbuds in this price range. Blondie’s Rapture kicks off with a crisp, sharp cymbal crash and the CX Plus delivers the song’s catchy bass line with a hip-swaying rhythm. It’s a very precise sound too, catching all the little background details such as the ticking percussion and jangling rhythm guitar. The charging case doesn’t support wireless charging, but that’s an acceptable compromise at this price, and the CX Plus stands out as a really good all-round set of earbuds at a very competitive price. 2. Apple AirPods Pro 2nd-generation Pros Fantastic audio quality Excellent noise cancelling Best-in-class transparency mode New charging case features Better battery life Cons You can still buy better-sounding wireless earbuds No LE Audio, lossless, or hi-res audio Controls on the stems is still a bad idea Price When Reviewed: $249 Best Prices Today: $199.99 at Amazon$249.00 at Adorama$249.00 at Apple There are a few minor external changes for the second-generation AirPods Pro, but most of the changes are on the inside. The new model comes with four sets of eartips adding extra small (XS) to the mix – the original AirPods Pro only came with three tips. We found the extra small tips more comfortable, your experience may differ. The charging case now comes with a small metal lanyard loop – although Apple doesn’t actually sell a lanyard. There are speaker holes a the base of the case that can make a sound if you lose the AirPods while they are in their case. The original AirPods Pro lacked an easy way to control volume, so the fact that the second-gen model adds the ability to detect up and down swipes on the little flat area of the stem is useful. A swipe up or down changes the volume. As for what’s inside, the H2 chip in the 2022 AirPods Pro enables Adaptive Transparency, which is an enhancement of the Transparency mode on the original model. As a result of this mode you can choose to hear things that you might need be able to hear in your vicinity, but you won’t be deafened by them. In our tests the AirPods Pro 2 blocked more outside sound than the originals. We were impressed by how much better the new second generation AirPods Pro sound compared to the first generation. Clarity and sharpness is improved and bass response is vastly improved. The bridge of the Beastie Boys’ “Intergalactic” at 2:30 was just way too much for the old AirPods Pro to handle, but the new model had no trouble keeping up. The battery life is longer than it was for the original AirPods Pro and you can now use your Apple Watch charger in addition to charging via Lightning and other wireless charging methods. As with the iPhone 14-series and the 2022 Apple Watches, Bluetooth 5.3 is supported, however it doesn’t appear that it’s being used for anything in particular right now. Perhaps a software update will bring new features in the future. Like the originals the AirPods Pro 2 offer Spatial Audio with head tracking, Conversation Boost to amplify speech in the direction you’re facing, one-tap pairing, audio sharing with another pair of AirPods (or Beats), quick switching to other Apple devices your Apple ID is logged into, and hands-free Siri. Read our full Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) review 3. Logitech Zone True Wireless Pros Connects via Bluetooth or USB wireless adaptor Weather-resistant design, and two carrying cases Certified for use with Zoom, Teams, Google Meet Active noise cancellation with ambient mode Cons Expensive Large earbuds may not suit everyone Price When Reviewed: 299 Best Prices Today: $224.00 at Dell Home$224.99 at Best Buy$299.00 at Dell Small Business Logitech’s Zone True Wireless earbuds are even more expensive than Apple’s AirPods Pro, but they’re absolutely loaded with useful features, and there’s a particular emphasis on remote working as well as simply listening to music. Available in black or pink, the Zone earbuds make a great impression straight out of the box, as they arrive in a sturdy charging case that includes a little lanyard to help keep them safe. The earbuds are also rated IP68 for resistance to water and dust, so they’ll be ideal for running in the park or working out at the gym, and the outer section of the earbuds is covered with a mesh fabric to reduce wind noise during voice calls. Logitech even includes an additional padded carrying case, with room to hold the charging case and cables, so you can keep the entire kit safe when you’re travelling. I often have trouble getting earbuds to stay in place, and I was initially a little worried about the rather chunky design of the Zone earbuds, but they did fit more firmly than I expected and Logitech provides three sets of ear-tips in different sizes to help get a comfortable fit. The size of the earbuds also means that each earbud is able to house a 12mm driver, as well as three microphones to help with active noise-cancellation (ANC). Even the Logi Tune app impresses with its extensive range of features – starting with the fact that it’s available for Mac and Windows as well as iOS and Android, so you can use it to set up the earbuds when you’re preparing for a video call at work. The noise-cancellation features include an ambient mode that lets you hear some of the background noise around you if required. You can pair the earbuds with two devices at the same time and then quickly switch between devices as required, and there’s a five-band equalizer for fine-tuning the sound quality. The Zone is also certified for use with Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Google Meet for video calls. But, of course, none of those features would matter if the Zone didn’t deliver on sound quality. You’ve actually got two options here, as the Zone can be used as a conventional set of Bluetooth earbuds with your mobile devices, but also includes a USB wireless transmitter that can be used with Macs and PCs to provide greater range and reliability than Bluetooth. The sound quality is very good in both modes, and the Zone does well to dig right down to the gravelly rumble of Leonard Cohen’s voice on You Want It Darker. There’s a taut, rhythmic sound to the song’s slinky bass guitar too, but it still keeps an eye on lighter details, such as the crisp tap on the snares. Battery life is good too, providing 10 hours when listening to music with noise-cancellation turned off, or six hours when using noise-cancellation. The battery life is a bit lower for talk-time on video and voice calls, but still lasts for six hours without noise-cancellation or five hours with noise-cancellation, which should be more than enough for most work-related calls. The charging case also lets you fully charge the earbuds two more times, and there’s a QuickCharge feature that gives you one hour of battery life after just five minutes of charging time. There’s a USB-C connector on the case for charging, but it also supports Qi wireless charging too. Alternatively, if you’re a die-hard lover of wired headphones, then Logitech is planning to release a wired version of the Zone soon as well. 4. Sony WF-1000XM4 Pros Excellent ANC features Great sound Good battery life Cons Rather bulky Price When Reviewed: $280 Best Prices Today: $198.00 at Amazon These Sony earbuds are exceptional. They offer great battery life and charge quickly. You’ll also find excellent active noise cancelling that not only removes unwanted sound, but also uses AI to change the mode and level depending on your location and what you are doing. There’s a choice of black or silver earbuds, both with a gold trim. They fit comfortably, although they might feel a bit bulky if you have small ears. There are three ear tip sizes in the box and we found the smallest to be sufficiently comfortable. If you remove the buds from your ear playback will pause. The sides of the earbuds are touch-sensitive. Alexa and Google’s assistants are supported. The 6mm drivers and Sony’s Integrated Processor V1 working together to create superb sound. Active noise cancelling is joined by other smart features including Ambient Sound Control and wind reduction. These can be tuned to different locations and activities. Thanks to the Speak-to-Chat feature the headphones detect if you are taking and pause the music. You’ll also find LDAC support for Hi-Res Audio Wireless as well as 360 Reality Audio spatial audio, which is Sony’s spatial audio technology for a surround sound experience. There is a new Sony WH-1000XM5. 5. Bowers & Wilkins PI5 Pros Excellent sound quality Good specs for the price Three eartip sizes Cons Chunky design Battery life isn't excellent Lacks EQ customisation Price When Reviewed: $249 Best Prices Today: $165.50 at Amazon$199 at Bowers & Wilkins Bowers & Wilkins has a long history of producing high quality headphones and speakers, and the attractive sound quality provided by its PI5 wireless earbuds doesn’t disappoint. Available in black or white, the PI5 also includes active noise-cancellation and a wireless charging case for a price of $249/£199 that makes it an excellent alternative to the AirPods Pro. Admittedly, the chunky design of the earbuds may not suit everyone, but B&W includes three sizes of eartips to help you get a good fit, and the earbuds have an IP54 rating for water and dust resistance, so they’re sturdy enough to cope with life outdoors. Sound quality is excellent, and the PI5 supports both Apple’s AAC and AptX for Bluetooth audio, so they’ll be a good option for non-Apple devices too. There’s a terrific, relaxed feel to the opening guitar riff on The Rolling Stones’ Start Me Up, and the PI5 perfectly catches Charlie Watts’ precise, unfussy drumming. But switch to Prime Evil by The Orb, and the PI5 digs really deep to deliver the dance track’s sinister bass effects with an impressively slinky rhythm. The noise-cancellation features work well too, doing a good job of blocking out background noise without making any noticeable different to the sound quality. And, like most headphones these days, they also provide an ‘ambient’ mode that allows you to listen out for background sounds when you need to. Battery life could, perhaps, be a little better, lasting for 4.5 hours when using noise-cancellation. However, that’s similar to the more expensive AirPods Pro, and the wireless charging case allows you to charge the earbuds three more times when you’re away from home. 6. Apple AirPods 3rd-generation Pros Shorter stems Water- and sweat-resistant Greatly improved sound quality Longer battery life Cons Fit is highly dependent on your personal ear shape A bit pricey Price When Reviewed: $179 Best Prices Today: $179.00 at Apple$179.00 at Best Buy$199.00 at Adorama It seems that the third-generation version of the AirPods has struggled a bit since its launch in 2021, as many people still seem happy to opt for the less expensive second-gen model, which is still on sale for $129/£119. Admittedly, the AirPods (3rd Generation) are a full $50/£50 more expensive, at $179/£169, but Apple’s argument is that the entirely new design of the third-gen model, and additional features such as wireless charging and improved battery life are worth the extra cost. You can immediately spot the differences between the two models, with the newer AirPods having a shorter stalk, and a more compact earpiece that is slightly angled in order to fit more securely inside your ear. However, they still don’t use silicon eartips that would provide a firmer fit – that’s only an option with the even more expensive AirPods Pro – and I personally found it quite easy to dislodge the AirPods from my ears. The sound quality is very good, though, thanks to a new custom-designed driver inside the earpieces. This produces a more balanced sound than its predecessor, producing a sinister bass rumble on Billie Eilish’s You Should See Me In A Crown. This model also provides spatial audio and head-tracking for watching films and video too, along with a wireless charging case. Battery life is better too, lasting for six hours on a single charge, or 30 hours in total with the charging case. It’s a shame, though, that the AirPods (3rd Generation) don’t also provide active noise-cancellation (ANC), so if you need that feature then you’ll have to pay even more for the AirPods Pro, at $249/£239, or opt for one of the cheaper rival earbuds that we also review here. Read our full Apple AirPods (3rd gen, 2021, MagSafe) review 7. Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 Pros Good battery life Small and light Secure and comfortable fit Cons Easy to press buttons accidentally Lack noise cancelling Price When Reviewed: $129.95 Best Prices Today: $59.95 at Amazon$139.95 at Cambridge Audio Wireless earbuds, as you probably know, are all the rage but not everyone can afford a pair of AirPods let alone the AirPods Pro. Luckily there are cheaper alternatives around and Cambridge Audio has put together a rather attractive pair. The Melomania 1 have a reasonable MSRP of $139/£119, but can easily be found for under $100/£100 putting them into budget range, despite being extremely high quality. These earbuds are very small and light, a simple bullet shape makes them unusual, but they fit very securely and comfortably. An IPX5 rating means they are splash and sweat resistant, so they won’t break if you get caught in a shower. The compact size also means a very small charging case so these are super portable. The case has decent magnets to hold the earbuds in and a set of LEDs on the front to indicate battery level. Despite the small size, the Melomania 1 have very strong battery life. The earbuds can last up to nine hours on their own and the case can charge them another four times, resulting in a whopping total of 45 hours. Physical buttons on each earbud may be preferable to some users compared to touch-sensitive ones. They are easy to press accidentally when putting the headphones in or adjusting them but once in place means you don’t ram them into your ear canal. There’s plenty of control but you’ll have to learn all the different button presses for. Microphones mean you can use the Melomania 1 for phone calls and for using Siri. All of this would be pretty pointless if the sound quality wasn’t good, but you can rely on a company like Cambridge Audio. 5.8mm drivers are enhanced by graphene and there’s Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity along with both AAC and aptX codecs. The sound is clear and spacious with plenty of bass and mid-range and enough top-end to keep things bright. The tuning is well balanced so the earbuds sound good for a wide range of content. You will struggle to find better true wireless earbuds at this price. The only thing missing is noise cancelling. 8. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II Pros Excellent sound quality Excellent Noise cancelling Aware mode Cons Doesn't support Hi-Res audio No wireless charging Can only attach to one device at a time Price When Reviewed: $299.00 Best Prices Today: $249.00 at Best Buy$299.00 at Amazon$299.00 at Bose If you have the budget for them, and it’s awesome sound and class-leading noise cancellation that you are looking for, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are a great choice. Bass was well represented, and all instruments audible in the tracks we listened to. This is where spending more on earbuds pays off as they have drivers that can properly separate different tracks. Active noise cancellation worked so well that we won’t hear any outside noise – so luckily there’s Aware Mode: tap and hold either earbud to allow ambient sound in. That works in conjunction with ActiveSense, which detects louder sounds and reduces them, so you won’t be deafened by an ambulance passing in the street. You control play/pause with a tap. To skip forward and back track with two or three. Volume is controlled by sliding up and down. However, there are a few things that let the QuietComfort Earbuds 2 down. They aren’t all that comfortable if you have small ears. There are three sizes of wingtip and ear tip in the box so you can get the best possible fit though, so it might be ok for you. Another big disadvantage is that you can only be connected to one Bluetooth source at a time, unlike AirPods. They do not support high resolution audio codecs such as LDAC or FLAC, and there is no spatial audio support either. But they do support SBC and AAC to cover all modern consumer Bluetooth devices. 9. Sennheiser Momentum Free (aka HD1 Free) Pros Outstanding sound quality Comfortable to wear User scupltable EQ USB-C charging Cons Not ideal for those with smaller ears touch controls aren’t always responsive Expensive Frequent connectivity issues Price When Reviewed: $200 Best Prices Today: $166.62 at Amazon Sennheiser releases quite frequent updates for its Momentum range of headphones, and the latest addition to the range is the Momentum Free, priced in the UK at £170 and available in the US for around $200 under the name HD1 Free. The company claims the Momentum Free is its most compact set of Bluetooth headphones, weighing just under 40g, and with only a short neckband connecting the two earpieces. They don’t cut any corners, though, including a three-button remote control and microphone for voice calls. There are some clever touches too, such as the magnetic earpieces that cling together over your neck in order to keep them safe when they’re not being used. The headphones support standard Bluetooth, AptX and Apple’s AAC format, so they’re a good choice for both iOS and Android devices. Battery life is around six hours, which isn’t too bad for such a compact set of headphones. It’s shame, though, that Sennheiser couldn’t stretch to a charging case. Sound quality is excellent, though, with the trademark Sennheiser sound that combines rich, warm vocals with plenty of detail. The bass response is good too, with the frequency range starting at 15Hz, a little lower than many small in-ear headphones. We were also pleased to see that Sennheiser includes no less than four different sizes of ear-tips, to help you get a firm, comfortable fit. 10. PistonBuds Pro Pros Low price Active noise cancellation Four eartips Cons Bass is a little exaggerated Doesn't completely block background noise Price When Reviewed: $64.99 Best Prices Today: $59.99 at Amazon$69.99 at iMORE Earbuds that include active noise cancellation (ANC) tend to cost at least $125/£100 – or $249/£239, in the case of Apple’s AirPods Pro – but the new PistonBuds Pro from 1More provide ANC for just $69.99/£64.99. They don’t stop there either, as the oddly-named little earbuds pack in plenty of other useful features too. The compact earbuds are provided with four sizes of eartips, so most people should be able to get a good fit, and they’re rated IPX5 for water-resistance so they’re well suited to outdoor use during the soggy summer festival months. You can turn ANC on or off simply by pressing and holding the button on either earbud, and there’s a ‘transparency’ mode that allows you to listen out for people or other sounds around you. Admittedly, it’s not the most powerful noise-cancellation we’ve heard – it tends to dim background noise down, rather than blocking it altogether – but it’s still a handy option for when you’re out and about during the day. Sound quality is good for such a low-cost set of earbuds, with support for Apple’s AAC Bluetooth codec. It’s not the loudest set of earbuds we’ve come across, but the bass has a nice thump to it – some people might find it a bit exaggerated, but the app provides presets for both boosting and reducing the bass, so the PistonBuds Pro will be particularly good for dance music, and a cheaper alternative to both the AirPods and Beats ranges. Battery life is good too, at five hours with ANC turned on, or seven hours without ANC, and the charging case lets you charge the earbuds three more times when you’re travelling. 11. Beats Flex Pros Good sound quality Low price Hard to lose Cons No charging case Not rated for water resistance Price When Reviewed: $49.99 Best Prices Today: $49.99 at Best Buy$69.95 at Adorama$69.95 at Amazon Buying Beats headphones used to mean splashing the cash but that’s no longer the case and the Beats Flex are the cheapest ones yet at just £49.99/$49.99. These are colourful – unless you get the black ones – neckbuds that keep things simple for those unable to drop hundreds on a pair of headphones. Apart from black, they are available in Yuzu Yellow, Smoke Grey and Flame Blue. While wireless earbuds are the booming part of the market, neckbuds shouldn’t be underestimated. The design means that you won’t lose an earbud if it falls out and you can simply leave them having around your neck when they’re not in use. Like many others, the two earbuds contain magnets so they snap together when you’re not using them. The band is made from a sturdy material called Nitinol and a control module on the left-hand side provides volume and playback controls, as well as a mic for voice calls. At just 18.6g total, the Beats Flex are good if you do plan to go running or similar. Note that they don’t offer any official IP waterproof rating, although the rubber-like build should keep out splashes. As you would expect, pairing them with Apple products is a breeze and you can also use the Audio Sharing option to stream your music to a friend who has a compatible set of AirPods or Beats headphones. With 12 hours of battery life, they last longer than wireless earbuds and a ‘fast fuel’ feature means you can get 1.5 hours of playback from a 10-minute charge over USB-C. The low price doesn’t mean bad sound either and “The deep bass on Bad Guy by Billie Eilish has a firm, rhythmic pulse that drives the song forward. There’s a nice crisp sound to the finger-snaps that punctuate the song, and the Flex really captures the shrug-of-the-shoulders tone as Billy pronounces “duh…” halfway through. There’s plenty of detail, too, as the Flex picks up all the multi-layered harmonies on Queen’s Somebody To Love. The Flex can even handle more delicate classical sounds, capturing the sad, mournful tone of the cello and violin as they slowly weave through the air on Max Richter’s On The Nature Of Daylight.” Read our full Beats Flex review How to choose wireless headphones There are a few factors to consider before you hit that buy button. Type Wireless headphones typically fall into three main categories: Over-ear headphones: Big, chunky models that completely cover your ears seem to be something of a fashion statement at the moment – even if they do make you look like a Cyberman – and the size of these headphones means there’s plenty of room inside them for large drivers that provide expansive, detailed sound. On-ear headphones: If you want something a little more compact, that you can take off and slip into a backpack when you’re travelling, then smaller on-ear headphones that just rest on the outside of the ear are a good choice. In-ear headphones: But, of course, mobile tech is all about portability, so many people prefer lightweight, in-ear headphones that they can wear all day long, or simply shove into a pocket when they’re not needed. Battery life This is crucial, and many in-ear sports headphones have tiny batteries that help to keep the weight down but may only last for a few hours. That might be fine if you just want to listen to some music while you’re working out, but won’t be much use on a long journey by train or plane. However, some in-ear headphones, such as Apple’s AirPods, also include a charging case that can top up the battery, so that’s something you should check on before buying any in-ear headphones. Larger on-ear and over-ear headphones have room for more powerful batteries, and can often last all day on a single charge. Many also provide a wired option so that you can still use them like ordinary wired headphones when the battery runs down, which is ideal for people who spend a lot of time travelling. Noise cancelling Some headphones are specifically designed for people who travel a lot or use headphones in noisy conditions and provide active noise-cancelling (ANC) option that helps to block out background noise on trains and planes – although this can add quite a lot to the overall price of the headphones. Note this isn’t to be confused with passive noise isolation (or often referred to as cancelling), which is just the way physically having headphones in/on blocks sound – like putting earplugs or ear defenders on. Sound quality We’d always recommend trying out any new headphones in a store or showroom whenever possible, but that’s not always practical with so many new headphones competing for your attention. So we’ve tested a selection of Bluetooth headphones that provide great sound quality to help you get started. Compatibility All the headphones here will work excellently with the latest iPhone models. It’s typical for them to support Apple’s preferred AAC codec, although some will have others too like aptX which is handy if you want to also use them with other devices like Android phones. It’s also worth noting that all Bluetooth headphones mentioned in this article are compatible with the Apple Watch – perfect when going for a run. Apple, Computer Accessories, Home Audio, iPhone10:00 amRumor: Blood glucose testing feature for Apple Watch could take several years to be miniaturized for the device | PowerPageRumor: Blood glucose testing feature for Apple Watch could take several years to be miniaturized for the device
While Apple’s noninvasive monitoring technology for blood glucose monitoring may have recently reached a “proof of concept” stage, it might not be available as an Apple Watch feature for several years. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple’s methodology, which allows diabetics and others to test their blood glucose levels without needing to prick the skin […] Source09:54 amApple OLED Supplier Samsung to Start iPhone 15 Panel Production One Month Earlier Than Planned | MacRumorsApple OLED Supplier Samsung to Start iPhone 15 Panel Production One Month Earlier Than Planned
Apple OLED supplier Samsung Display will start manufacturing OLED panels for the iPhone 15 series a month earlier than planned due to production problems with one of Apple's other suppliers, according to a new report out of Korea. According to The Elec, Samsung will now begin manufacturing the OLED panels in May instead of June to compensate for the lack of planned initial orders from BOE, which is having problems with light leakage around the portion of the OLED display where the pill and hole cutouts secure the space necessary for the TrueDepth camera and Face ID. Apple gave the order to Chinese partner BOE to manufacture some OLED panels for the standard model of iPhone 15, but the issues appear to have been so entrenched that Apple has dropped the order, and BOE has now missed its chance to become one of the initial suppliers. Samsung was always slated to also supply the OLED panel for the standard model of iPhone 15, but now will start production early in light of the Chinese display panel maker's problems. The standard and Plus iPhone 15 models are set to use low-temperature polycrystalline silicon (LTPS) thin-film transistor (TFT), suggesting that the devices will continue to lack ProMotion support and an always-on display option like Apple's Pro models have. Meanwhile, LG Display will start producing LTPO TFT OLED panels aimed at the higher-tier models of iPhone 15 in June. The LPTO panels feature 120Hz ProMotion support and a 1Hz refresh rate capability that enables an idle Lock Screen to stay visible without significantly impacting battery. Samsung's early start doesn't necessarily mean the end for BOE as an Apple supplier, according to the report. The Chinese display panel maker is reportedly showing progress in solving the light leak issue, and could start supplying OLED panels for iPhone 15 within the year. The iPhone 15 series is expected to arrive in September, as usual. For everything we know about the new models, be sure to check out our dedicated roundups by clicking the links below.Related Roundups: iPhone 15, iPhone 15 ProTag: The ElecRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:35 amSMS Delivery Delays to Iraq Asia Cell Network
Mar 27, 02:35 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing MMS/SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Iraq Asia Cell. 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.09:28 amiOS Core Data, not fetching a entity that has just had its relationship updated | Stack Overflow on iOS DeviOS Core Data, not fetching a entity that has just had its relationship updated
Problem: When i fetch an entity that had its relationship updated in the same context, the fetch-request returns a nil. Explanation: The Data Mode: Contact Expense (One to many relationship) with "serverId" property of a Contact to be unique and because of some additional rules i cannot use "Constraints" in Core Data and instead use the following code. Now when inserting a array of expenses from a web response and i have multiple expense's for the same contact. The following code returns a nil, even when the contact is present in the same context, if it has an update. if let entity = Contact.fetch(serverId: serverId, context: context) { return entity } else { return Contact.new(serverId: serverId, context: context) } Below is the debugger log for support: Server id is the id that we are using as input for predicate. (lldb) po serverId 55001 Coredata fetch returns a nil (lldb) po Contact.fetch(serverId: serverId, context: context) nil the context already knows about the object, as its just been updated. You can see the updated key is a relationship. (lldb) po context.updatedObjects.filter { ($0 as? Entity)?.serverId == serverId }.count 1 (lldb) po context.updatedObjects.filter { ($0 as? Entity)?.serverId == serverId }.first?.changedValues().keys ▿ Optional ▿ some : Dictionary.Keys(["expenses"]) ▿ _variant : _Variant ▿ object : _BridgeStorage - rawValue : (Opaque Value) the entity gets fetched after resetting the context. (lldb) po context.reset() 0 elements (lldb) po Contact.fetch(serverId: serverId, context: context) ▿ Optional - some : (entity: Contact; id: 0xe7984dad6d91badc ; data: ) Additional Details added: Entity is just a protocol wrapper, a simplified code is below. protocol Entity { var serverId: Int64 { get set } } extension Contact: Entity {} The fetch implementation, to reuse using multiple 'Entity' types. extension Entity { static func fetch(serverId: Int64, context: NSManagedObjectContext) - > Entity? { let predicate = NSPredicate(format: "serverId == '(String(serverId))'") return context.fetch(Entity.self, predicate: predicate)?.first } func fetch(_ type: T.Type, predicate: NSPredicate?, sort: [NSSortDescriptor]? = nil) - > [T]? { let context = self let request = T.fetchRequest() if let predicate = predicate { request.predicate = predicate } if let sortDescriptors = sort { request.sortDescriptors = sortDescriptors } var results: [NSFetchRequestResult] = [] do { results = try context.fetch(request) } catch { print("Error with request: (error)") } return results as? [T] ?? [] } Temp Fix: Added by checking for the object in the current context if entity == nil, context.hasChanges == true { entity = context.updatedObjects.first { ($0 as? Entity)?.serverId == serverId } as? Entity if entity == nil { entity = context.insertedObjects.first { ($0 as? Entity)?.serverId == serverId } as? Entity } }09:02 amDelay in SMS Delivery to AWCC Network, Afghanistan
Mar 27, 02:02 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing MMS/SMS delivery delays when sending messages to AWCC Network, Afghanistan. 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.09:00 amSMS Delivery delays over the network Dhiraagu in Maldives
Mar 27, 02:00 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing MMS/SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Dhiraagu in Maldives. 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.09:00 amCan’t open HTML pages in Safari? Add Safari to Full Disk Access
Macworld Viewing downloaded HTML pages or previewing pages from a text editor or Web site design app in a browser can be a routine activity for many of us. But what do you do when you get this unexpected error? Safari can’t open the page. The error is “The operation couldn’t be completed. (kCFErrorDomainCFNetwork error 1.)” (kCFErrorDomainCFNetwork:1) It seems like a deep and elaborate problem. Fortunately, the answer is straightforward: macOS is telling you that you haven’t given Safari permission to open files from local volumes. This is part of Apple’s general security profile in macOS that prevents apps from opening files in locations or of a type for which they haven’t been explicitly granted permission. There’s no real risk from granting Safari access to any file. Apple generally tries to restrict what isn’t necessary, and that can sweep in cases like this. Most Mac users aren’t previewing HTML pages. Because Apple has this broad approach, it means there’s no value in malware creators trying to target opening an HTML page within Safari as a vector to exploit. Add Safari to Full Disk Access to let it display an HTML page stored on the local volume. You can bypass this security measure using these steps: Open System Preferences > Security & Privacy or System Settings > Privacy & Security.Click Full Disk Access.At the bottom of the list, click the + (plus) icon.Select Safari from the Applications folder. Now try to load that HTML page again, and you’ll find Safari can handle it. Ask Mac 911 We’ve compiled a list of the questions we get asked most frequently, along with answers and links to columns: read our super FAQ to see if your question is covered. If not, we’re always looking for new problems to solve! Email yours to mac911@macworld.com, including screen captures as appropriate and whether you want your full name used. Not every question will be answered, we don’t reply to email, and we cannot provide direct troubleshooting advice. MacOS08:08 amElevated Latency From Conversations API
Mar 27, 01:08 PDTResolved - This service is operating as expected, it was determined that there was no customer impact here.Mar 27, 00:52 PDTInvestigating - We are seeing elevated request latencies from the Twilio Conversations and Programmable Chat API-s. The team is investigating and will provide an update in an hour or as soon as possible.08:00 amAccess the web across the US with Instabridge eSim, just $149 for life
Macworld Wish you had the freedom to use your cellular data anywhere you want without having to pay expensive roaming fees? Then allow us to introduce you to Instabridge eSim, the ingenious app that has the potential to revolutionize how we access the web away from home. Instabridge eSim is the ultimate solution for global data on the go. You just sign up for one of their lifetime subscription packages, bring your own compatible phone, and you’ll get fast and reliable access to the internet wherever you happen to be. And you’ll get a lot of it too — 2GB per month, in fact, with the US-based data plan. And they offer plans for other countries as well that include anywhere from 1GB to 4GB per month, so you can pick the ones that best suit your needs. If you do a lot of traveling for work, then Instabridge eSim is a must-have. And since you can get lifetime subscriptions to any of their plans this week for just $149 during our Spring Digital Blowout — no coupon codes required — it’s definitely economical. Instabridge eSIM: Lifetime Plan – $149 See Deal Prices subject to change. Business07:22 amSMS Delivery Failure to Bee Mobile and Telikom Network in Papua New Guinea
Mar 27, 00:22 PDTInvestigating - is being investigated. We will provide an update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.07:12 amIs it possible to call AudioServicesDisposeSystemSoundID(_ inSystemSoundID: SystemSoundID) in different target? | Stack Overflow on iOS DevIs it possible to call AudioServicesDisposeSystemSoundID(_ inSystemSoundID: SystemSoundID) in different target?
I am creating a notification service extension and I have a special use case so I have to play sound using AudioToolbox instead of regular notification sound. It works pretty well, but I don't know how to stop it. My desired behavior is that when remote push notification is received, it starts playing (that works) and when the app is launched or brought to the front it is stopped (don't know how to do it). I play the sound like this: func playSound() { guard let soundURL = Bundle.main.url(forResource: "mySound", withExtension: "aiff") else { return } var soundID: SystemSoundID = 0 AudioServicesCreateSystemSoundID(soundURL as CFURL, &soundID) // Play the sound AudioServicesPlaySystemSound(soundID) } And I want to stop it in AppDelegate like this: public func applicationWillEnterForeground(_ application: UIApplication) { AudioServicesDisposeSystemSoundID(0) } Is it caused because notification service extension is different target than app? I also tried to call AudioServicesDisposeSystemSoundID(0) in serviceExtensionTimeWillExpire() but this method is not being called.07:00 amSMS Delivery Delays to Babilon-M Network in Tajikistan
Mar 27, 00:00 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Babilon-M network In Tajikistan. 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.06:56 amSMS Delivery Failure to PNCC Network in Palau
Mar 26, 23:54 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery failures when sending messages to PNCC network in Palau. 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.06:18 amSMS Delivery Delays and Failure to Safaricom Network in Kenya
Mar 26, 23:18 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays and failures when sending messages to Safaricom Network in Kenya. 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.04:02 amIs this type of app possible using SFSpeechRecognizer
I have an idea for an app which generates auto lyrics similar to auto captions for a given audio file. I was able to load a sample music audio file and recognise it using SF Speech recogniser. But the problem is that it is not accurate and the recognition stops after few seconds while the […]01:26 amLocalization of Widget Labels and Options
View post on imgur.com Am trying to localize my iOS app but am struggling with the widget labels in particular. I am able to localize the widget name, and description, but when it comes to the configuration display names and the enum values display name, I have been unable to localize them. How can I […]Sunday March 2609:34 pmSome Apple Employees Fear Its $3,000 Mixed-Reality Headset Could Flop
An anonymous reader shares this report from AppleInsider: Apple has allegedly demonstrated its mixed reality headset to its top executives recently, in an attempt to generate excitement for the upcoming platform launch. While executives are keen on the product, others within Apple are not sure it's a home run hit. Eight anonymous current and former employees told the New York Times that they are skeptical about the headset, despite Apple's apparent glossy demonstration of the technology. Manufacturing has already begun for a June release of the $3,000 headset, insiders say in the Times' article: Some employees have defected from the project because of their doubts about its potential, three people with knowledge of the moves said. Others have been fired over the lack of progress with some aspects of the headset, including its use of Apple's Siri voice assistant, one person said.Even leaders at Apple have questioned the product's prospects. It has been developed at a time when morale has been strained by a wave of departures from the company's design team, including Mr. Ive, who left Apple in 2019 and stopped advising the company last year.... Because the headset won't fit over glasses, the company has plans to sell prescription lenses for the displays to people who don't wear contacts, a person familiar with the plan said. During the device's development, Apple has focused on making it excel for videoconferencing and spending time with others as avatars in a virtual world. The company has called the device's signature application "copresence," a word designed to capture the experience of sharing a real or virtual space with someone in another place. It is akin to what Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook's founder, calls the "metaverse...." But the road to deliver augmented reality has been littered with failures, false starts and disappointments, from Google Glass to Magic Leap and from Microsoft's HoloLens to Meta's Quest Pro. Apple is considered a potential savior because of its success combining new hardware and software to create revolutionary devices. Still, the challenges are daunting. Read more of this story at Slashdot.08:06 pmUze 100W GaN Charger review: A lot of power in a small body
Lately, chargers have become more powerful by outputting more power in a smaller and lighter form factor. The Uze 100W GaN Charger fits into this trend by offering high power in a compact design.Uze 100W GaN ChargerIn a traditional format, a 100W GaN Charger can charge multiple devices at once. It does so at high speeds while still fitting into the palm of your hand. Read more...08:04 pmApple Invents Devices, Methods and OS GUIs for Interacting with 3-D Environments in XR Headsets, iDevices & Macs | Patently AppleApple Invents Devices, Methods and OS GUIs for Interacting with 3-D Environments in XR Headsets, iDevices & Macs
Apple's second patent application regarding 3D operating environments published on Thursday states that it covers New systems, methods and interfaces will complement or replace conventional systems, methods, and user interfaces for providing extended reality experiences to users.07:54 pmSMS Delivery Delay to Malitel Network in Mali
Mar 26, 12:54 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Malitel Network in Mali. 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.07:09 pmHow to set up iCloud Family Sharing
Family Sharing has been around since 2014, but in case you haven't used it in a while or aren't sure what features have been added, we've got a guide for you.With Family Sharing, up to five family members can take advantage of one iCloud+ subscription. Depending on your subscription, you have the capability of sharing 50GB, 200GB, or 2TB of iCloud storage.What is shared Read more...06:27 pmSnap Up a 50% Off Razer Ornata V2 Gaming Keyboard Today
A half-off deal on an essential computer accessory is always welcome. Today, you can get the Razer Ornata V2 Hybrid Mechanical Gaming Keyboard for just $49.99 from its original price of $100 on Amazon. Mechanical keyboards are great for work and play, and Razer’s Ornata V2 has a slew of features for both aspects. Mecha-membrane [...] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:23 pmCook delivers Keynote speech at recent China development forum
Apple CEO Tim Cook recently delivered a speech during this year’s China Development Forum. Hailed as China’s ‘Davos’ by the Financial Times, the China Development Forum was held in Beijing and hosted a number of US executives. Cook spoke at the event and lauded the relationship between the United States and China, saying that both [...] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:21 pmApple shares ‘Inside Look’ Video on Ted Lasso season 3
Apple recently uploaded a new video to reveal behind-the-scenes in the latest season of ‘Ted Lasso’. The video, titled ‘Ted Lasso – An Inside Look: Season 3 Rebuilding Richmond’ is nearly four minutes in length and discusses the scenario in which the team (AFC Richmond) is expected to finish in last place. Coach Nate moved [...] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:19 pmShort video messages to arrive on WhatsApp soon
Messaging app WhatsApp will soon have a short video message option for iPhone users. WABetaInfo recently saw a beta version of WhatsApp for iPhone that reveals a way to send short video messages to other people. Recording a video message is a matter of holding a button, with a limit of up to 60 seconds. [...] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:33 pmTips for a first-time Junior iOS Developer?
Hey Everyone! I will be starting my new job as an iOS Developer in a few days. I was wondering if I can get any suggestions on how to be good at what I do. Any tips or tricks you used that helped or any advice that you can give me? Thanks in […]05:01 pmToday in Apple history: Apple pays to use ‘iPad’ name
March 26, 2010: Apple ends a trademark dispute with Japanese multinational Fujitsu over the name “iPad” in the United States. It comes two months after Steve Jobs first showed off the iPad, and around a week before the tablet will land in stores. As it happens, it’s not the first time Apple battled over the […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)04:30 pmAudio-Technica AT-LP7 review: A very nice turntable for under $1,000
The Audio-Technica AT-LP7 turntable is a stealth work of art. From its modern, sleek design to its graceful and delicate operation, it's a complete package in a deceptively simple form factor. It's a perfect option for people looking to take their vinyl listening to the next level.Audio-Technica AT-LP7For those just getting into vinyl, it can be daunting to find a first turntable — it can be challenging to figure out just how much you should be willing to spend. Read more...04:28 pmA Key Meeting with Apple's 'Top 100' Executive last week all but confirms that the company's new XR Headset is likely to be unveiled at WWDC23 | Patently AppleA Key Meeting with Apple's 'Top 100' Executive last week all but confirms that the company's new XR Headset is likely to be unveiled at WWDC23
According to Bloomberg sources, there was a momentous gathering last week in the Steve Jobs Theater, Apple’s biggest showcase site, suggesting that a public unveiling or their first-generation XR Headset is getting closer.04:00 pmNo more confusion: Most MacBook Pro models do support multiple external displays
Too many people still think all MacBook Pro models are limited to a single external screen. It's not true. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)03:59 pmApple employees fear MR headset could be an expensive flop
Apple employees are apparently concerned about the company's inbound VR headset, a report claims, with skeptics of the plan worried about the chances of success for the device once it launches.Apple has allegedly demonstrated its mixed reality headset to its top executives recently, in an attempt to generate excitement for the upcoming platform launch. While executives are keen on the product, others within Apple are not sure it's a home run hit.Eight anonymous current and former employees told the New York Times that they are skeptical about the headset, despite Apple's apparent glossy demonstration of the technology. Read more...03:28 pmApple's Project Titan team has invented an Advanced 'Cornering Light' Headlight System for future Vehicles | Patently AppleApple's Project Titan team has invented an Advanced 'Cornering Light' Headlight System for future Vehicles
Apple states in their patent application published on Thursday, that in order to improve visibility in other areas surrounding the vehicle such as on the outboard sides of the vehicle, a vehicle may also be provided with cornering light capabilities.03:25 pmSome Apple Employees Seriously Concerned About Mixed-Reality Headset as Announcement Draws Closer | MacRumorsSome Apple Employees Seriously Concerned About Mixed-Reality Headset as Announcement Draws Closer
Some Apple employees are concerned about the usefulness and price point of the company's upcoming mixed-reality headset, The New York Times reports. Apple headset concept by David Lewis and Marcus Kane Initial enthusiasm around the device at the company has apparently become skepticism, according to eight current and former Apple employees speaking to The New York Times. The change of tone reportedly marks an unprecedented level of concern about a new Apple product inside the company, in stark contrast to previous product launches that were pursued with single-mindedness and enthusiasm. The first-generation headset is purportedly seen as a bridge to future products that require technological breakthroughs, but many employees are said to have worries about the device's $3,000 price point, utility, and unproven market. Skeptics have questioned if the device is "a solution in search of a problem," unlike the iPod and iPhone. The headset has apparently not been "driven by the same clarity" as Apple's other products. Some Apple employees have defected from the project due to doubts about its potential, while others have been fired over lack of progress with some of the device's functionality, including Siri. The discontent is said to extend to members of Apple's leadership, some of whom have questioned the device's prospects. The headset was apparently presented to many of Apple's top 100 executives via a video at a corporate retreat five years ago made by design chief Jony Ive. The video depicted a man in a London taxi wearing an augmented reality headset calling his wife in San Francisco, sharing the sights of London through the husband's eyes. The New York Times reaffirmed previous reports that the headset will feature a carbon fiber frame, a hip-mounted battery, outward-facing cameras, two 4K displays, prescription lenses for wearers of glasses, and a "reality dial" to increase or decrease real-time video pass-through from the surrounding environment. Apple has focused on ensuring that the device excels at videoconferencing and time spent as virtual avatars, calling the headset's main application "copresence." There will also be custom high-resolution TV content from Hollywood filmmakers including Jon Favreau. Despite similarities with Meta's headsets and the "metaverse," Apple is expected to pitch the device as something that differs from existing offerings. The device will also offer tools for artists, designers, and engineers, enabling drawing and image editing in 3D space. There will also be applications for editing virtual reality video using hand gestures. As a result, it is expected to appeal to businesses and design companies more than ordinary consumers. Some employees have allegedly speculated that Apple could again delay the headset's launch, even though manufacturing is now underway for an unveiling in June.Related Roundup: AR/VR HeadsetTag: New York TimesRelated Forum: Apple Glasses, AR and VRThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:00 pm6 reasons you should play Sneaky Sasquatch
If you haven't discovered "Sneaky Sasquatch" yet, here' why it's been one of the most popular games on Apple Arcade for nearly 4 years. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)02:59 pmiOS 17 may be much more than a maintenance update
Apple's introduction of iOS 17 may provide more features than previously expected, with some highly requested features apparently on the table for inclusion in the release.The big feature change of iOS 16 involved the lock screen. Apple's annual refresh of iOS mixes together new features and big changes alongside other smaller elements that fix bugs and improve overall performance. While it was previously thought that iOS 17 may lean more towards the latter half of the equation, it seems that Apple's widening focus a little bit. Read more...Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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Cashier - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple Blossom Mall15 seconds agoSales Floor Assistant – *Apple* Blossom Mall – JCPenney (United States)
Sales Floor Assistant - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple23 seconds ago*Apple* Systems Administrator – JAMF – Active Top Secret required – General Dynamics Information Technology (United States) | Job Search Engine*Apple* Systems Administrator – JAMF – Active Top Secret required – General Dynamics Information Technology (United States)
…**Public Trust/Other Required:** None **Job Family:** Systems Administration **Skills:** Apple Platforms,Computer Servers,Jamf Pro **Experience:** 3 + years of29 seconds agoSales Floor Associate – *Apple* Blossom Mall – JCPenney (United States)
Sales Floor Associate - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple35 seconds agoOperations Associate – *Apple* Blossom Mall – JCPenney (United States)
Operations Associate - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple42 seconds agoBeauty Consultant – *Apple* Blossom Mall – JCPenney (United States)
Beauty Consultant - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple49 seconds agoHair Stylist – *Apple* Blossom Mall – JCPenney (United States)
Hair Stylist - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple Blossom55 seconds agoMAC/ *Apple* Support Tech Lead – OSI Digital (United States)
IT Lead- MAC/ Apple Support Role: Full Time- On site/in person...Required OSI Digital is looking for an IT Lead- MAC/ Apple Support to join our team for one of1 min agoOmnichannel Associate – *Apple* Blossom Mall – JCPenney (United States)
Omnichannel Associate - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple1 min agoSystems Administrator- *Apple* – NOVA Corporation (United States)
…is seeking a Systems Administrator with experience in administering and maintaining Apple hardware and software, including but not limited to, servers, PCs (Macs),1 min agoMacOS X / *Apple* Support Engineer – Royal Communications Consultants Inc (United States) | Job Search EngineMacOS X / *Apple* Support Engineer – Royal Communications Consultants Inc (United States)
MacOS X / Apple Desktop Support Engineer, on-site in New York, NY The Desktop Support Group is looking for an endpoint engineer with a focus on supporting MacOS and1 min agoPresales Solution Architect – *Apple* – SHI (United States)
**Job Summary** An SHI Apple Presales Solution Architect works closely with one of our strategic partners or a category of focused partners to design and create8 mins agoBreakin' 1.06 – Breakin' is a free app to remind you to take breaks during your work day. | MacUpdateBreakin' 1.06 – Breakin' is a free app to remind you to take breaks during your work day.
Breakin' is a free menu bar app that periodically reminds you to take a break (and take care of yourself) rather than be in front of your computer and has the following functionality: Work how you want; trigger a break manually or have Breakin’ do it for you on a recurring time interval Define your own custom break activity suggestions Lock the currently active display to encourage you to actually take a break Exit breaks before they officially end Pause Breakin’ at any time using a menu or a keyboard shortcut Works in macOS' Dark mode A fully signed and notarized native application Note: While the software is classified as free, it is actually donationware. Please consider making a donation to help support development. Now supports emojis in break reminders Can automatically pause break reminders when Zoom or FaceTime apps are running (to prevent interruptions) Can optionally prevent your Mac from sleeping to see break reminders Download Now10 mins agoQwik Weather 1.22 – Weather in menu bar.
Qwik Weather puts basic, regularly updated weather information right in your Mac's menu bar for easy access and consumption. Main features: Display the current weather conditions (e.g. clouds, snow, thunder, etc.), temperature, humidity, and wind speed for any of 200,000 geographical locations in your menu bar. Add up to 6 geographical locations and switch between them with just one click. See "Feels like" and "high" and "low" temperatures in the menu. Choose from any 15 different weather display combinations to better suit your tastes or screen size. Use Zip and Postal Codes to specify weather locations. If you know your mailing address, you can use Qwik Weather! Get updated weather information in 10 to 30 minute intervals. Manually refresh weather information on-demand using a menu or global keyboard shortcut. Get a detailed, multi-day weather forecast on-demand using a menu or global keyboard shortcut. Supports Dark mode. Runs on macOS Big Sur or Monterey. A fully signed and notarized native application. Fast and uses minimal system resources. Choose to automatically start the app whenever your Mac boots up. Note: While the software is classified as free, it is actually donationware. Please consider making a donation to help support development. Will update the weather upon waking up from sleep Can randomly pick a weather location Can use GeoIP lookup to determine your local weather location Download Now29 mins ago*Apple* Certified Technician – LeadingIT (United States)
…member but in all of life. + CompTia A+ and Net+ certifications are a plus! + Apple /Mac experience is a must + Apple ACMT and ACiT certifications, or the ability29 mins agoSenior STE / *Apple* / OTT / Streaming Service – Motion Recruitment Partners (United States) | Job Search EngineSenior STE / *Apple* / OTT / Streaming Service – Motion Recruitment Partners (United States)
…and perform tests to validate large-scale content operations and releases. As an Apple STE, youa€ (TM) ll partner with the content and streaming teams to29 mins agoWireless Device Portfolio Manager – *Apple* – DISH (United States)
…in our Retail Wireless journey. The successful Device Portfolio Manager - Apple will work cross-functionally to develop, oversee and execute a device roadmap29 mins agoSystems Administrator – *Apple* Devices / JAMF – Active Top Secret required – General Dynamics Information Technology (United States) | Job Search EngineSystems Administrator – *Apple* Devices / JAMF – Active Top Secret required – General Dynamics Information Technology (United States)
…Description:** **Duties and Responsibilities** + Configure and maintain the client's Apple Device Management (ADM) solution. The current solution is JAMF supporting29 mins agoRestaurant Manager – *Apple* Valley – Hesperia – Panda Express (United States)
Restaurant Manager - Apple Valley - Hesperia, CA - VALLEY 1347-BEAR VALLEY & APPLE , Apple Valley, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES29 mins agoIT Technician ( *Apple* ) – DISH (United States)
…and Responsibilities This position's primary focus is on support of Dish's network Apple laptops and desktops while having a solid background in supporting their30 mins agoArmed Security Officer – *Apple* Store – NANA Regional Corporation (United States) | Job Search EngineArmed Security Officer – *Apple* Store – NANA Regional Corporation (United States)
…in which the client's health, safety, and security is our #1 priority. The Apple Store is located on the 2ndfloor of the 5thAvenue Mall. Assigned guards will30 mins ago