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submitted by /u/majid8 [link] [comments]21 minutes agoLooking for feedback on my expense tracking app
Hi everyone, I’ve been developing an app called TraceSpend, available on both Android and iOS. It’s designed to help users take control of their finances by manually tracking expenses and reviewing detailed spending reports. Key features include: Tracking personal expenses or group expenses, with a built-in balance and settlement feature for group spending. Customizable categories […]39 minutes agoMac Firefox users can now get access to iCloud passwords
Macworld Apple’s iCloud Keychain is fantastic when using Safari on different devices, but it’s not as useful when switching to a different browser. Not anymore. Mozilla has announced that a new iCloud Passwords extension for Firefox for macOS is now available. The extension will allow Firefox to access iCloud Keychain and fill in usernames and passwords when needed for accessing accounts online. The iCloud Passwords extension for Firefox can also create passwords that are saved to the iCloud Keychain and synced to the Passwords app. The extension requires macOS Sonoma or later. An iCloud Bookmarks extension for Firefox for Windows is also available and requires iCloud for Windows. It allows Windows PC users to sync bookmarks with iCloud. With macOS Sequoia, Apple introduced a new Passwords app where users can manage password information. The password integration came built into Safari, while Google Chrome has its own iCloud Passwords extension. Learn more about password manager apps for iOS and macOS.1 hour agoFeature-packed mobile game controller cools your iPhone while you play
The newly launched GameSir X3 Pro Mobile Gaming Controller packs plenty of features, including built-in cooling. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)1 hour agoApple shares hit new all-time closing high
In Nasdaq trading today, shares of Apple Inc. rose to hit a new all-time closing high. Apple’s all-time intraday high was set on… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.1 hour agoThe Instagram service is currently paused
Dec 4, 13:11 PSTInvestigating - Paused services may be experiencing technical difficulties. All Applets using these services will resume once the technical difficulties are resolved.08:29 pmStruggling with App Store Rejection (Guideline 4.3(b) – Design – Spam) for Our Dating App – Need Advice | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingStruggling with App Store Rejection (Guideline 4.3(b) – Design – Spam) for Our Dating App – Need Advice
Hi everyone, We are trying to upload our dating app to the App Store, but it has been rejected twice so far for violating guideline 4.3(b). The rejection states that our app lacks unique features and duplicates content or functionality from other apps. While our app includes some common dating app features like swiping, it […]08:25 pmApple shows how the iPhone’s Action Mode helps people with Parkinson’s shoot videos
Apple puts a lot of effort into promoting accessibility with things like the hearing aid feature for AirPods Pro. This time, however, the company showed an example of how the iPhone’s Action Mode has been helping people with Parkinson’s in their routines. more…08:25 pmHow to improve beta tester engagement?
submitted by /u/MeanEquipment577 [link] [comments]08:22 pmHere are the best Apple ecosystem ‘magic moments’ you should know
We’ve all heard the term the Walled Garden when talking about the Apple ecosystem. Apple’s biggest competitive advantage is the fact that they control everything from both a hardware and software perspective, allowing its customers to experience these little features I like to call Magic Moments. These are smaller utilities or features that are only possible because you have multiple Apple products that work off of each other giving us these wow moments. So here are some of my favorite Magic moments of the Apple Walled Garden. more…08:13 pmIm looking for some tips for aso
I’m looking for tips to rank for medium-difficulty keywords. I’ve read numerous articles and case studies, and I’ve come up with a strategy that I’d like to validate: 1. Focus on the basics, like including the target keyword in the title, description, etc. 2. Run Apple Search Ads to generate some installs. 3. Encourage users […]08:07 pmTim Cook defends Vision Pro’s sales performance with three words
Apple launched the Vision Pro less than a year ago. This is its first holiday season. Yet already, there’s a prominent general narrative that the device has flopped. Tim Cook, however, has recently and repeatedly used three key words to defend the Vision Pro’s sales performance. more…08:03 pmApp subscriptions via apple payments, but can b2b deals be done via Vouchers? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingApp subscriptions via apple payments, but can b2b deals be done via Vouchers?
So I learned that for our app with a digital service we have to use apple's payment system to sell our subscriptions. But we have some b2b deals where companies can buy vouchers for their 1000 employees to use our app. So these vouchers are pre-paid by a company and people can use them by […]07:47 pmAny aso expert here ? i wanna ask same questions please
submitted by /u/GarlicSharpthery [link] [comments]07:41 pmVimeo player is having sporadic issues
Dec 4, 14:41 ESTInvestigating - We are currently investigating this issue.07:27 pmApple TV+ announces second season for beloved kids series ‘Eva the Owlet’
Apple TV+ on Wednesday announced a second season for the beloved animated kids and family series “Eva the Owlet,” based on the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:06 pm[Free & Open Source] I Built a Minesweeper App Using SwiftUI and the Composable Architecture! 🎉 | Reddit on iOS Programming[Free & Open Source] I Built a Minesweeper App Using SwiftUI and the Composable Architecture! 🎉
Hi everyone! I’m excited to share a project I’ve been working on – a free and open-source Minesweeper app, fully built in SwiftUI and leveraging the Composable Architecture (TCA). It’s a lightweight and modern take on the classic game we all grew up playing. Features: • Minimalist Design: A clean and distraction-free interface that feels […]07:02 pmVideo Review: A Month With the M4 iMac
It's been just over a month since Apple released the refreshed M4 iMac, so we've finally been able to spend enough time with it to provide MacRumors readers with a comprehensive review ahead of the holiday season. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Apple didn't make external design changes to the M4 iMac except for tweaking the colors, but it does have the latest M4 chip. You can't get the iMac with the M4 Pro or the M4 Max, as those higher-end chips are limited to the Mac mini and the MacBook Pro, but the M4 in the iMac is more than powerful enough for most people. It can be used for simple tasks like web browsing and watching videos, but it's also powerful enough for photo editing, video editing, graphics work, 3D work, and gaming. Some of the latest console games can be played on the M4 iMac thanks to support for hardware-accelerated ray tracing and mesh shading. This year, all M4 Macs come with 16GB RAM minimum with no increase in base cost, which is great. Depending on what you're going to do with your iMac, you might want to upgrade the RAM to 24GB or 32GB, but 16GB will get you by for most tasks. You can also get up to 2TB of SSD storage depending on which iMac you pick. The base iMac has two Thunderbolt 4 ports, while higher-end models have four Thunderbolt 4 ports, another nice upgrade compared to the prior-generation iMac that had two Thunderbolt ports and two USB-C ports. Nano-texture, the feature that Apple first brought to the Pro Display XDR, is an option for the iMac this time, so you can get a super matte display that's ideal if you need to work in the sun or in bright lights. If you have an M1 iMac or an iMac with an Intel chip, the M4 iMac is going to be a huge update that's worth it. If you have a newer iMac, there's no real reason to update. Make sure to watch our video for a deeper overview of the iMac, and let us know if you have plans to get one in the comments below.Related Roundup: iMacBuyer's Guide: iMac (Buy Now)Related Forum: iMacThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:57 pmThe Beats Studio Pro is $150 Off
The over-ear Beats Studio Pro headphones is marked 43% off on Amazon, bringing the price down to $199.99 Featuring the custom Beats Acoustic Platform, the Beats Studio Pro delivers immersive surround sound, comparable to 64 speakers, when watching movies, listening to music, or playing games. Lossless and spatial audio enhances your experience with high-quality audio […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:56 pmApple rumored to use titanium Chassis for the iPhone 17 Pro model
The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max models anticipated by next year will be having a titanium chassis similar to the Pro lineup of the iPhone 16. Back in November, it was reported that the iPhone 17 Pro models may be the first iPhones leaning towards the higher end that would come in a frame […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:54 pmPat Gelsinger, Intel CEO, announces retirement
Pat Gelsinger, CEO of Intel, has announced his retirement following significant challenges in the multinational corporation’s struggles with the competition against other major players in the chip industry like Apple. Gelsinger’s stepping down was announced on December 1st, marking the end of a career that lasted 40 years in the company. Intel was facing a […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:53 pmApple Watch getting Tesla app later this month
Tesla’s dedicated app on the Apple Watch will roll out starting next week, with the automotive company announcing today that its owners will receive the ability to use their Apple Watch as a digital key for their vehicle. Once the OTA update is ready, users can control and unlock their car using the watchOS app. […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:45 pmThese are my favorite Find My accessories this holiday season
There’s a robust ecosystem of Find My accessories on the market nowadays. All of these accessories would make great holiday gifts this year across all kinds of different form factors. What’s a better gift than giving someone a way to keep track of their most important possessions? That person will thank you for years to come. more…06:34 pmDoes the Supabase package work in Swift Playgrounds?
I'm trying to add the package https://github.com/supabase/supabase-swift In Swift playgrounds on my iPad. I copy/pasted this url, and now I’m waiting, but it’s not loading anything Is anyone else able to add it? I'm wondering if it's possible to add it in Swift playgrounds on an iPad, and it's just not adding because my internet […]06:34 pmDoes the Supabase package work in Swift Playgrounds?
I'm trying to add the package https://github.com/supabase/supabase-swift In Swift playgrounds on my iPad. I copy/pasted this url, and now I’m waiting, but it’s not loading anything Is anyone else able to add it? I'm wondering if it's possible to add it in Swift playgrounds on an iPad, and it's just not adding because my internet […]06:34 pmDoes the Supabase package work in Swift Playgrounds?
I'm trying to add the package https://github.com/supabase/supabase-swift In Swift playgrounds on my iPad. I copy/pasted this url, and now I’m waiting, but it’s not loading anything Is anyone else able to add it? I'm wondering if it's possible to add it in Swift playgrounds on an iPad, and it's just not adding because my internet […]06:34 pmDoes the Supabase package work in Swift Playgrounds?
I'm trying to add the package https://github.com/supabase/supabase-swift In Swift playgrounds on my iPad. I copy/pasted this url, and now I’m waiting, but it’s not loading anything Is anyone else able to add it? I'm wondering if it's possible to add it in Swift playgrounds on an iPad, and it's just not adding because my internet […]06:26 pmPresident Trump picks Gail Slater to lead DOJ’s antitrust division
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday chose Gail Slater, an antitrust veteran and economic adviser for J.D. Vance… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:22 pmThis half-off Beats Solo 4 headphones deal is music to our ears
Macworld Black Friday may be over, but some of our favorite deals are still going strong. Like this one: Amazon is selling the Beats Solo 4 headphones for $100 right now, half off the MSRP, and a perfect holiday gift. The Beats Solo 4 delivers an amazing 50 hours of listening time, and when you’re in a hurry and the battery is low, a quick 10-minute charge gives you an extra 5 hours of fun listening to whatever’s on your 2024 Spotify Wrapped (or Apple Music’s Replay, or Amazon Music Delivered, you get the drift). In our review, we appreciated the excellent Apple and Android support and the many improvements this model brings to the table. For instance, since they no longer have Apple’s W1 chip, it won’t just quickly pair to Apple devices but also to Android ones. Plus, it won’t work only with Apple’s Find My network but also with Google’s. Also super useful is the fact that the Solo 4 headphones have a Type-C port rather than the micro-USB the previous version did. As we noted in the review, the features and audio quality delivered by the Beats Solo 4 are worth it at full price, but now that they’re just under $100, they’re a downright steal. So get your order in at Amazon before the deal expires. Buy now at Amazon06:07 pmNew smart lock for renters opens with iPhone and Apple Watch
The new Alloy Deadbolt+ smart lock for renters works with iPhone or Apple Watch via a key in Apple Wallet, SmartRent said Wednesday. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:05 pmAirPods 4 Available for Record Low Black Friday Price of $164.99
Amazon has Apple's AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation for $164.99, down from $179.00. This is one of the rare Black Friday deals that has stuck around this week, and right now we're only tracking the sale on Amazon. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. This is also an all-time low price on the new AirPods 4 with ANC. The AirPods 4 also feature a redesigned earbud for increased comfort, the H2 chip for improved audio performance, up to 30 hours of battery life, and an IP54 rating for dust, water, and sweat resistance. $14 OFFAirPods 4 (ANC) for $164.99 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about top deals as we head into the holidays? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:00 pmHomey unveils dashboards: making smart home control easier than ever
Today, , the universal smart home platform, unveiled Homey Dashboards, a new feature designed to give users greater control over their smart home devices. Available within the Homey app for iOS and Android, this customizable control panel lets your build dashboards using widgets for temperature, energy usage, device control, automation, and more. more…05:54 pmWhy Severance season 2 took three years to make, and what’s coming in ‘darker’ Apple TV+ return | 9 to 5 MacWhy Severance season 2 took three years to make, and what’s coming in ‘darker’ Apple TV+ return
Severance season 2 feels like it’s taken forever, but it’s now just one month away. A new interview reveals why the show took so long to return, and a whole lot more about what’s coming in its Apple TV+ sophomore outing. more…05:42 pmApple Releases iCloud Passwords Add-On for Firefox
Apple now has a dedicated iCloud Passwords add-on designed for the Firefox browser, which means Firefox users can access passwords and logins stored in the Passwords app or iCloud Keychain when using Firefox on a PC or Mac. The extension is being distributed by Apple, but it appears that it was originally created by a third-party developer and later taken over and updated by Apple. With the iCloud Passwords extension, passwords stored in iCloud Keychain can be securely filled in automatically when signing into websites in Firefox. New passwords created in Firefox are also saved to iCloud Keychain, which makes them available across Apple devices, plus there is an option to generate verification codes. Alongside iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia 15, Apple introduced a dedicated Passwords app that houses all passwords and logins, making them easier to access and manage. The extension works with the Passwords app in macOS Sequoia, but it is also compatible with macOS Sonoma. In macOS Sonoma, passwords and login information are stored in the Passwords section of the Settings app.Tags: Firefox, MozillaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:30 pmBest MacBook for students 2024-2025
Macworld Thinking of buying a Mac or MacBook for school, college or university? Here, in our best Mac for students guide, we take a look at Apple’s current line-up to evaluate which Mac is best for students. We’ll compare the MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro for college and examine whether a desktop Mac might actually be a better choice. Choosing the best Mac for college or university depends on what you are going to be studying as well as how much you have to spend. Luckily registered students can save money on a new Mac by shopping at Apple’s Education Store, or with one of Apple’s partners. We discuss How to get an Apple student discount at Apple’s Education Store separately, although we also talk about the different ways you can save money as a student below. You can save hundreds on a MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio and even a Mac Pro at Apple’s Education Store all year round. Click on the following links for the Education stores in the countries where most of our readers reside: Apple’s U.S. Education Store Apple’s U.K. Education Store (in the UK you will need to verify your student status via UNiDAYS). Apple’s Canada Education Store Apple’s Australian Education Store While students can get money off all year round, in the summer months Apple gives away either vouchers or AirPods with purchases of Macs or iPads made by those in higher education. The Back to School deal (called Back to Uni in the U.K. and elsewhere so as not to suggest it is for school age children) runs from June to end of September in the U.S., July to mid October in the U.K. and Europe, and January to March in Australia and New Zealand. If you’re a student, you can also get Apple Music for half price with free Apple TV+ included. Buy a Mac or iPad for university during the summer months and take advantage of Apple’s Higher Education deal. Apple We’ll run through exactly how much money you can save on a new Mac if you are a student below, then we will assess which Mac to choose based on your needs as a student and the course you are taking. Our advise is to shop around for deals that may be better than the student discount: you may be able to get even more money off your Mac purchase if you go straight to a reseller. Read on to find the best deals for each Mac. If you’re doing a degree in film and video, or music, or graphic design then it might make sense to also look at one of our other Best Mac For… guides for that subject area: Best Mac for graphic design Best Mac for making music Best Mac for video editing Best Mac for programming Best Mac for photo editing Best Mac for gaming (in case you have any free time) We also have a guide to help you get the best MacBook deals for students. We also offer advice about how much storage, RAM and cores in How much MacBook do you really need? How much can students save on a Mac? Before we begin let’s look at what is available and how much you can save with the education discount. Students can typically save $100 to $200 in the U.S., in the U.K. the savings are from £100 to £200, Australian students can save between $150 and $330 and Canadian students can typically save from $130 to $270. Savings are even bigger on high-end products like the Mac Pro, although we aren’t sure that many students need one of those. ProductU.S.U.K.AustraliaCanada13.6-inch MacBook Air, M2, MSRP$999£999$1,599$1,29913.6-inch MacBook Air, M2, Student discount$899£899$1,439$1,16913.6-inch MacBook Air, M3, MSRP$1,099£1,099$1,799$1,44913.6-inch MacBook Air, M3, Student discount$999£999$1,649$1,29915-inch MacBook Air, M3, MSRP$1,299£1,299$2,199$1,74915-inch MacBook Air, M3, Student discount$1,199£1,199$1,999$1,59914-inch MacBook Pro M4 MSRP$1,599£1,599$2,499$2,09914-inch MacBook Pro M4 Student discount$1,499£1,499$2,349$1,96914-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro MSRP$1,999£1,999$3,299$2,69914-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro Student discount$1,849£1,849$3,069$2,50916-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro MSRP$2,499£2,499$3,999$3,29916-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro Student discount$2,299£2,299$3,699$3,049iMac M4 MSRP$1,299£1,299$1,999$1,699iMac M4 Student discount$1,249£1,249$1,919$1,629Mac mini M4 MSRP$599£599$999$799Mac mini M4 Student discount$499£499$849$669Mac Studio M2 Max MSRP$1,999£2,099$3,299$2,699Mac Studio M2 Max Student discount$1,799£1,889$2,969$2,429Mac Pro M2 Max MSRP$6,999£7,199$11,999$8,999Mac Pro M2 Max Student discount$6,599£6,789$11,309$8,479Apple’s discounted price for students compared to the usual price. MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro for college/university? This is likely the question you are hoping to get an answer to: should I buy a MacBook Air or a MacBook Pro for college? We compare the MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro in detail separately. Below we’ll evaluate the different MacBooks from the perspective of a typical student in the order that we recommend them for students. 1. MacBook Air, 13-inch, M3, 2024 Price When Reviewed: $1,099 Best Prices Today: $999 at B&H$1014 at Walmart Electronics$1,059.99 at Amazon You might assume that the MacBook Air is low-powered in comparison to the MacBook Pro, but until September 2024 the 13-inch MacBook Air offered the same M3 chip as the 13-inch MacBook Pro. That changed in with the introduction of the M4 MacBook Pro in October 2024, but it is unlikely to be long until Apple updates the MacBook Air with the same chip. If you don’t want to wait for the M4 MacBook Air, this is still a good choice, especially because Apple increased the amount on RAM (unified memory) included from 8GB to 16GB in October 2024 without changing the price. If you’re looking for a MacBook that doesn’t break the bank and offers the ultimate in portability and great battery life, then the MacBook Air is the perfect fit. The model we are recommending here is not the cheapest MacBook Air, but it offers the best value for money and the price difference between this and the older M2 model is so small that it is one of those cases where spending a little more gets you a lot more. This MacBook Air offers 18 hours of battery life, according to Apple. This is less than the 13-inch MacBook Pro’s 20 hours, but it’s sure to be enough to get you through a day and an all-nighter at university. There are no USB-A ports on the MacBook Air or MacBook Pro, just two USB-C, a headphone jack, and a MagSafe port so you can charge your laptop and still have two USB ports free. You may feel that you need more storage than the entry-level model offers, in which case, the 512GB model costs $200/£200 more. Previously there were additional benefits to choosing the 512GB version because Apple’s smaller SSDs weren’t as fast as the larger ones, but for the M3 MacBook Air Apple seems to have addressed this issue. Rather than fork out for extra storage built-in you may find external storage, or even iCloud storage, works out cheaper. (If you have a big Music library, for example, pay for iTunes Match so you can keep your music in the cloud. If you have a big photo library turn on iCloud Photos and get additional iCloud storage). How much can students save on the 13-inch MacBook Air, M3? MSRP: $1,099 / £1,099 / AU$1,799 / CA$1,449Student: $999 / £999 / AU$1,649 / CA$1,299 Students save: $100 / £100 / AU$150 / CA$150 You’ll see the best prices right now in the block above, which may be even better than Apple’s education pricing. 2. MacBook Air, 15-inch, M3, 2024 Price When Reviewed: $1,299 Best Prices Today: $1199 at B&H$1199 at Walmart Electronics$1,229.55 at Amazon There is only one reason not to buy the 13-inch MacBook Air with M3: the 15-inch MacBook Air with M3… although as of the end of 2024 we’d add the fact that Apple is likely to update the MacBook Air with the M4 chip early in 2025. The 15-inch MacBook Air costs $200 more than the entry-level 13-inch M3 model, but it offers a better M3 chip as standard with a 10-core GPU, rather than an 8-core GPU. And there’s also a bigger screen. Another benefit relates to the speakers, which are better than the smaller MacBook Air’s. Here you get a six-speaker sound system with force-canceling woofers rather than the four-speaker sound system of the 13-inch M3 (and M2). The 15-inch MacBook Air weighs a little more and will take up more space in your bag, but if you want a bigger screen then that’s a fair price to pay. Battery life is the same 18-hours as the other 13-inch MacBook Air models. How much can students save on the 15-inch MacBook Air, M3? MSRP: $1,299 / £1,299 / AU$2,199 / CA$1,749Student: $1,199 / £1,199 / AU$1,999 / CA$1,599 Students save: $100 / £110 / AU$200 / CA$150 You’ll see the best prices right now in the block above, which may be even better than Apple’s education pricing. 3. Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro, M4, 2024 Price When Reviewed: $1,599 | $1,799 | $1,999 Best Prices Today: $1399 at B&H$1474 at Walmart Electronics$1499 at Best Buy The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 is quite a leap up from the MacBook Air in terms of price, so you may be wondering why anyone would want to pay more for the MacBook Pro. There is a reason to buy the MacBook Pro rather than the MacBook Air though and that’s basically if the MacBook Air won’t be powerful enough for your needs. The thing about the MacBook Air is that it lacks a fan, which means that if you really push it then the Mac might slow down to avoid overheating. For this reason, if you want to use your Mac for heavy processing then you might be better off with a MacBook Pro. In this case, if you have the budget, you might actually want to consider the M4 Pro option (discussed next). One other benefit of the MacBook Pro is the wider selection of ports than on the MacBook Air, including HDMI and an SDXC card reader. But if you aren’t doing anything too demanding then the MacBook Air is going to be more than powerful enough for your needs and we’d suggest that you save the money you’d be spending on the MacBook Pro and buy an external display to plug into when you are back in your dorm room, or something equally as useful (like food). How much can students save on the 14-inch MacBook Pro, M4? MSRP: $1,599 / £1,599 / AU$2,499 / CA$2,099Student: $1,499 / £1,499 / AU$2,349 / CA$1,969 Students save: $100 / £100 / AU$150 / CA$130 Read our full Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro (M4) review 4. MacBook Pro, 14-inch, M4 Pro, 2024 Price When Reviewed: $1,999 | $2,399 Best Prices Today: $1749 at B&H$1,829 at Amazon$1839 at Walmart Electronics It is unlikely that students need the power of the M4 Pro in the 14-inch MacBook Pro (or 16-inch MacBook Pro for that matter) and the price is likely to be prohibitive anyway. But we do see some good MacBook Pro deals, so if you can get a bargain then these more powerful MacBook Pro models are worth considering. If you need a more powerful Mac because your course calls for it, or perhaps because you are a gamer looking for a machine that can meet those demands, then you can save a bit of money by choosing the 14-inch MacBook Pro over the 16-inch model. Both models offer the same specs, so you aren’t forfeiting any high-power options. Read: 14-inch vs 16-inch MacBook Pro. How much can students save on the 14-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro? MSRP: $1,999 / £1,999 / AU$3,299 / CA$2,699Student: $1,849 / £1,849 / AU$3,069 / CA$2,509 Students save: $150 / £150 / AU$230 / CA$190 5. MacBook Air, 13-inch, M2, 2022 Price When Reviewed: $999 Best Prices Today: $899 at B&H$924 at Amazon$924 at Walmart Electronics Students looking to spend as little money as possible may well be considering the M2 MacBook Air, which is just $899/£899 for students. That’s $100/£100 less than the student price of the newer M3 MacBook Air. Even better, Apple upped the RAM (unified memory) from 8GB to 16GB as standard in October 2024 without increasing the price, so this is still a good Mac to buy if you are on a budget. That’s not a huge saving though, so we suggest you shop around a bit before you buy: you may find a discount on the M3 13-inch MacBook Air that beats Apple’s Student discount on the older model. Just make sure that you note whether there is 8GB or 16GB RAM inside when deciding whether a deal is good enough. If you can spare the extra money, we recommend spending the extra $100/£100 because the M3 MacBook Air is the better purchase thanks to the newer M3 chip and faster storage. Our advice is to avoid the 256GB M2 MacBook Air because the storage is known to be slower. We’d recommend upgrading to the 512GB model, but by that point, you might as well spend the money on the M3 MacBook Air which isn’t hampered by the same storage issue. But, if you can’t spare the extra money the M2 MacBook Air will be more than adequate for a student, especially those predominantly writing essays and conducting research. This model came with a bigger and brighter screen, and better FaceTime cameras than its predecessor, and still has a lot of benefits compared to the MacBook Pro. The M2 MacBook Air offers 18 hours of battery life, just like the M3 model. That is less than the 13-inch MacBook Pro’s 20 hours, but it is enough to get you through a day and an all-nighter at university. It offers the same ports as the M3 MacBook Air: two USB-C, a headphone jack, and a MagSafe port for charging. How much can students save on the 13-inch MacBook Air, M2? MSRP: $999 / £999 / AU$1,599 / CA$1,299Student: $899 / £899 /AU$1,439 / CA$1,169 Students save: $100 / £100 / AU$160 / CA$130 MacBook vs Mac desktop for students? Student life normally involves a fair amount of mobility – traveling to lectures, libraries, the occasional coffee shop, and then possibly home for weekends and term breaks–so it makes sense to consider a laptop rather than a desktop Mac. While the screen sizes in MacBooks are smaller than iMacs, you can always buy a cheap screen and use that with your laptop when you are home. Or, if you also have an iPad, you might be able to link your iPad to your MacBook and use the iPad screen too (here’s how to use your iPad as a second screen for your Mac). You could also use that iPad for taking notes when you are at lectures (read our guide to the best iPad for students). However, there are some benefits to buying a Mac desktop. Generally, it is the case that you pay more for a Mac laptop, compared to the same specs on a desktop. The Mac mini, for example, is Apple’s cheapest Mac despite having some pretty impressive specs. However, if you compare the 24-inch iMac with a similarly speced Mac laptop the iMac is considerably more expensive. iMac vs Mac mini vs Mac Studio for students While we appreciate that there are plenty of benefits associated with choosing a laptop for university, you may be better off with a desktop. 1. Mac mini, M4, 2024 Price When Reviewed: $599 | $799 | $999 Best Prices Today: $574 at Walmart Electronics$589 at B&H$598.93 at Amazon The Mac mini was upgraded in October 2024 when it gained the M4 chip (and the M4 Pro chip option discussed below). It also got a brand new, much smaller, design. It now measures a diminutive 5-inches by 5-inches (12.7cm x 12.7cm). So you can find room for it on your desk, or in your bag when heading home for the holidays. In the U.K. Apple also reduced the price, so it’s now $599/£599 (the price hasn’t changed in the U.S.). Depending on where you are based, the cheapest Mac going is now even cheaper! The only real compromise is the lack of monitor and keyboard. If you are on a budget the Mac mini is the way to go. Get an entry-level Mac mini and ask around for an old keyboard, mouse and monitor. How much can students save on the Mac mini, M4? MSRP: $599 / £599 / AU$999 / CA$799Student: $499 / £499 / AU$829 / CA$669 Students save: $100 / £110 / AU$170 / CA$130 2. Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro) Price When Reviewed: $1,399 Best Prices Today: $1299 at B&H$1399 at Apple$1399 at Best Buy The M4 Pro Mac mini offers all the benefits of the Mac mini discussed above along with the more powerful M4 Pro chip which brings more GPUs and support for more RAM (unified memory). If you need an M4 Pro chip the Mac mini with M4 Pro is a lot cheaper, at $1,299 (student price) than a 14-inch MacBook Pro, which starts at $1,849 for students. Sure, you need to buy a monitor, mouse and keyboard, but you can probably find good deal on those accessories. How much can students save on the Mac mini, M4 Pro? MSRP: $1,999 / £1,999 / AU$3,299 / CA$2,699Student: $1,849 / £1,849 / AU$3,069 / CA$2,509 Students save: $150 / £150 / AU$230 / CA$190 Read our full Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro) review 3. Mac Studio, M2 Max, 2023 Price When Reviewed: £1,999 Best Prices Today: $1749 at B&H$1799 at Adorama$1949 at Walmart Electronics The M2 Max Mac Studio used to be celebrated for its powerful chip, with more GPU cores and support for more RAM, at a much lower price than similarly specced Mac laptops. However, it’s now a few years on from its introduction and Apple is yet to update it. We anticipate that the M4 Mac Studio will arrive in mid 2025. If you need a powerful Mac, either because your course demands it, or because you want to spend your free time gaming, the Mac Studio is worth consideration, and the student discount is pretty good. We’d wait for the new model to launch though. As with the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models though, we’d suggest that you probably don’t need this much power and could probably use the money for something more important, like accommodation or food. How much can students save on the Mac Studio? MSRP: $1,999 / £2,099 / AU$3,299 / CA$2,699Student: $1,799 / £1,889 / AU$2,969 / CA$2,429 Students save: $200 / £210 / AU$330 / CA$270 Read our full Apple Mac Studio (M2 Max, 2023) review 4. iMac, 24-inch, M4 Price When Reviewed: $1,299 | $1,499 | $1,699 | $1,899 Best Prices Today: $1199 at Best Buy$1204 at Walmart Electronics$1,264.99 at Amazon Back in May 2021 Apple introduced an M1-equipped 24-inch iMac with a brand new design in a choice of seven different colors, it then took until October 2023 before Apple updated the machine, adding an M3 chip and nothing else. Now Apple has update the iMac again, this time with an M4 chip in October 2024. We haven’t recommended the iMac for students, and we aren’t fully recommending it now. But the iMac does have a few qualities that might appeal to you. Thanks to its design it’s certainly a Mac that will make a statement to anyone entering your dorm room. That 24-inch display could also be a great screen for streaming your favorite shows and movies. The iMac is a non-portable Mac though, which might deter many students from purchasing one. You won’t be able to take it with you to lectures–or cart it home on a train for the holidays–but you will be able to work more efficiently thanks to its 24-inch screen. How much can students save on the iMac? MSRP: $1,299 / £1,299 / AU$1,999 / CA$1,699Student discount: $1,249 / £1,249 / AU$1,919 / CA$1,629 Students save: $50 / £50 / AU$80 / CA$70 Read our full Apple iMac (M4) review Which Mac should you get for university? Our pick of the entire Mac range, if you’re a student, is the M3 MacBook Air. It will give you a better screen, better webcam and an attractive new design to show off in lectures. It’s light, fast, and with student pricing starting at $999/£999 it’s very good value. However, we’d wait until Apple updates it with the M4 chip. You could save by opting for the older M2 MacBook Air, but, if you are looking for the cheapest Mac you can get, the M4 Mac mini is a very good option. It’s powerful and with Apple’s education discount, it’s just $499/£499. You just need a monitor, mouse and keyboard. The only reason to delay buying one is the fact that a Mac mini may be coming soon. How to get a discount on a Mac for university or school You can get a student discount at Apple’s education stores, but you have to qualify as a student in higher education, be a teacher, someone buying for an education institution, or a home educator. School-age children can only take advantage if the equipment is being purchased by their school or if their parent is home-educating them. If you are a registered student you’ll be able to get a discount on a new Mac if you shop in Apple’s various Education Stores (below). You can find out all about it in more detail in our Apple Education Store explainer. Apple’s U.S. Education Store Apple’s U.K. Education Store (in the UK you will need to verify your student status via UNiDAYS). Apple’s Canada Education Store Apple’s Australian Education Store Getting a student discount from Apple’s education store isn’t the only way to get a cheaper Mac as a student though. There are various ways to get a bargain: Look out for reseller discounts: Another way to get a bargain is to look out for deals at Apple resellers and Amazon, where we have see Macs with as much as $500 off the price. Take a look at our round ups of the best Mac deals to get the best prices right now: Best MacBook Air deals this month Best Mac Studio deals available now Best MacBook Pro deals this month Best iMac deals this month Best Mac mini deals this month Buy a refurbished Mac: Take advantage of Apple’s refurbished store where the company sells ex-display, returned, and previous-generation Macs at a discount. The benefit of buying refurbished from Apple is that the products are fully checked and come with a one-year warranty. You can also get a refurbished Mac elsewhere with many resellers offering the same service, but beware that not all refurbished Macs are equal. Usually refurbished means that the Mac is guaranteed to be in full working order, but do check with the reseller. Here’s a guide to how to buy a refurbished Mac. We also look at why you should buy a refurbished Mac. One thing to note: if you find what you think is a good deal on an older Intel Mac we do not recommend that you buy one. Intel Macs will likely only be supported with security updates for a couple more years, so you may find yourself needing to upgrade before the end of your course. Buy second-hand/used: One advantage of buying refurbished is that it should be guaranteed to work and you should have no problem returning it if there is a problem. These are reasons why we don’t recommend buying a secondhand Mac. If you do see a deal on a secondhand or used Mac just be especially cautious. The best Mac bargains are usually on older models, although we do see discounts on current Macs as well. If you see a good discount on an older Mac it’s important to be aware of what the newer models offers so that you know what you are missing out on and can judge whether the deal is as good as it appears to be. For one thing, older Macs are likely to feature Intel processors rather than Apple’s M1, M2, M3 or their variants, which could put you at a disadvantage in the future (and will certainly mean your Mac depreciates in value very quickly). Considering an Intel Mac? Our advice is: avoid. See: How long does Apple support Macs for. If you are a student here’s how to get Apple Music for half price. Plus students with an Apple Music student subscription also get free access to Apple TV+ for a limited time.05:20 pmThe iPad Pro is tapped to get the M5 chip before the Mac (again)
Macworld Apple is expected to update the iPad Pro in 2025 with an M5 chip, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo in a report about upcoming smart home products. Kuo believes the new iPad will “enter mass production” in the second half of 2025. That could mean that the M5 iPad Pro may become available to customers in the fall or about 18 months after the release of the M4 model. A recent report by The Elec (subscription required) stated that Apple has ordered M5 chips from chip manufacturer TSMC and that the M5 will be manufactured using a 3nm process. Previous reports stated that the M5 will be a 2nm chip, but Apple has reportedly switched to 3nm over cost concerns. TSMC has a new 3D chip-stacking process that should improve the chip’s thermal management and increase efficiency. While previous M-series chips debuted in a Mac, Apple surprisingly launched the M4 in the iPad Pro several months before it appeared in a Mac. With the first M5 Macs expected to launch in late 2025, the M5 iPad Pro may arrive in September alongside the iPhone 17. Kuo does not provide further details about the M5 chip’s specifications or any iPad Pro, nor did he mention any other changes. The M4 iPad Pro underwent a major design change this year with a thinner encloser and tandem OLED display, so it’s unlikely to get much more than a chip refresh. Apple and TSMC seem to have developed a chip production cycle that’s gained some consistency. After the M1 was released in 2020, chip production has had some hiccups due to the pandemic and the implementation of new production processes. Barring any other unforeseen issues, the iPad Pro could be entering a product cycle that spans 12 to 18 months between upgrades. Apple released the current M4 iPad Pro last May, so an M5 iPad Pro would arrive over a year later. The typical performance boosts from one chip generation to another is usually in the 15 to 25 percent range, and the M4 iPad Pro is already the fastest tablet available. It’s up for debate whether an M5 is even needed in the iPad Pro, but the upgrade will certainly maintain Apple’s lead and could be an appealing option for owners of older iPad Pro models.05:15 pmUsing the same device to test and use your app
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Apple is facing challenges in introducing Apple Intelligence to the Chinese market due to the Chinese Communist Party's strict… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:48 pmHow do you take your app screenshots.
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Joining ongoing Cyber Monday prices on Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4, today we spotted a large selection of natural Apple Watch Ultra 2 configurations at $99 off the going rate courtesy of Amazon – you can still score the OG Apple Watch Ultra at $429 off too. We also spotted a massive price drop on Amazon Renewed Premium iPhone 15 Pro units at $449 off the original new price tags joined by the Bose speaker holiday sale that is delivering deals matching the best we have tracked on its 2024 slate of portable and home releases, some solid offers on MagSafe charging gear, and more. Everything awaits below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…04:44 pmBest Black Friday Apple deals that you can still grab today
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are in the rearview mirror, but numerous Apple deals are still in effect. Here are the best choices.There's still a chance to grab Black Friday pricing on Apple devices.With prices jumping up after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, shoppers looking for the best deals would normally have to sift through dozens of product listings. But we've rounded up the top picks that are still available at Black Friday prices to help save you time and money. You can also find the latest offers on hundreds of Macs, iPad Pros and more in our Apple Price Guide. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:43 pmSmartRent Debuts First Smart Lock With Apple Home Key Integration Designed for Rental Properties | MacRumorsSmartRent Debuts First Smart Lock With Apple Home Key Integration Designed for Rental Properties
SmartRent today announced the launch of the Alloy Deadbolt+, a smart lock designed for the rental housing industry that integrates with Apple Wallet to enable access for residents using their iPhone or Apple Watch. The Alloy Deadbolt+ allows residents to add their keys to Apple Wallet, facilitating door access through a simple tap of their iPhone or Apple Watch. Express Mode enables this functionality without the need to unlock the device, and Power Reserve ensures access for up to five hours after the device's battery is depleted. Apple does not monitor the usage of resident keys, and misplaced devices can be managed via the Find My app. For property managers, the Alloy Deadbolt+ is said to streamline operations by reducing expenses related to rekeying and key management. It also facilitates granting temporary access to guests and service providers and integrates with platforms supporting self-guided tours and mobile maintenance. The device complies with essential fire safety regulations, offering a 90-minute fire rating, making it suitable for various residential and mixed-use properties. The new smart lock debuted at a Starwood Capital Group property, highlighting its potential for adoption across high-end rental communities. Pricing and availability has not yet been announced. Tag: Home KeysThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:42 pmStellantis denies hiring Apple's Luca Maestri to solve its massive problems
Netherlands car firm Stellantis may be best known for buying Jeep, Dodge, Ram, and Chrysler, but it says it is definitely not buying ex-Apple CFO Luca Maestri.Luca Maestri — image credit: AppleStellantis cars waited until its shares rose before denying reports that it has hired ex-Apple CFO Luca Maestri as its new CEO. And that rise in shares is among the best news it's had in a while, as its car sales reportedly fell 14% in 2024 — and its profits nearly halved.In comparison, Maestri went out on a high as Apple's Chief Financial Officer in October 2024. He has been replaced there by Kevan Parekh, though reportedly Maestri has just moved down the hall at Apple Park and isn't going anywhere. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:32 pmWill it ever arrive? Apple’s HomePod with a screen reportedly delayed again
Macworld And so the wait goes on for Apple’s long-rumored HomePod upgrade. We’ve been hearing for years that the nice-sounding but functionally limited smart speaker will soon be redesigned to get a proper display, but it never seems to happen. And now the predicted release date has been pushed back once again. The respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo had previously claimed that a HomePod with a screen would launch at some point in 2024. But the same pundit now believes it won’t arrive until the third quarter of next year, after WWDC 2025. “The mass production schedule for the display-equipped HomePod has been delayed multiple times,” Kuo writes on Medium. “Initially forecasted for 2024 (as I predicted in 2023), it was postponed to 1Q25, and more recently, further delayed to after WWDC 2025/3Q25.” The analyst blames software development for the delay in production, although he doesn’t clarify why the software is taking longer than expected to develop. He does note that the device will “emphasize smart home functionalities more” than existing HomePod products, but this was always understood to be the plan; perhaps the challenges are related to Apple Intelligence, which Kuo says will be supported but might not have been part of the plan when the device was expected to launch in 2024. Apple last updated the HomePod in early 2023 with a surprise second-generation model that didn’t change much other than a getting new chip and losing a couple of microphones. Most notably it isn’t capable of running Apple Intelligence, which we’d expect to be rectified in the next release. But at this point, as is often the case with tech products that have been delayed multiple times, we have to start wondering if it will ever launch. I’ve written before about my doubts as to whether a screen can fix the HomePod’s problems, and I very much doubt that installing a display and putting up the price is the way to bring a niche product to the mainstream. Apple has certainly been working on a smart speaker with a screen–there’s far too much evidence to doubt it—but I think there’s a decent chance it will think better of the whole thing and move on.04:30 pmHow would you improve this dual-monitor MacBook Pro rig? [Setups]
Today's MacBook Pro setup got a lot of advice on social media about its dual LG UltraFine displays -- how to mount them and more. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:16 pmNew Apple TV+ German-language drama ‘Berlin ER’ premieres February 26th
Apple TV+ on Wednesday revealed the premiere date for “Berlin ER” (formerly known as “KRANK Berlin”), the upcoming edgy German… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:01 pmToday in Apple history: Secret project ports Mac OS to PCs
On December 4, 1992, Apple engineers demonstrated a "proof of concept" that's part of a secret project to run the Mac OS on Intel PCs. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:48 pmApple Watch Series 10 Returns to All-Time Low Black Friday Prices on Amazon, Starting at $329.99 | MacRumorsApple Watch Series 10 Returns to All-Time Low Black Friday Prices on Amazon, Starting at $329.99
Black Friday deals have dried up for the most part, but Amazon today has brought back a few all-time low prices on numerous Apple Watch Series 10 models. You'll find $69 off both 42mm and 46mm GPS Series 10 models in multiple case colors and band styles, all requiring an on-page coupon in order to see the discount at checkout. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Every price listed below is a match of the record low prices we saw last week for Black Friday, and in some cases shipping has started slipping closer to the Christmas holiday. If you've been eyeing an Apple Watch Series 10 as a present, now will be the time to purchase one at these best-ever prices. Note: You won't see the deal price until checkout. $69 OFFApple Watch Series 10 (42mm GPS) for $329.9942mm GPS Apple Watch Series 10 Jet Black Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band (M/L) - $329.99 with on-page coupon, down from $399.00 Jet Black Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band (S/M) - $329.99 with on-page coupon, down from $399.00 Rose Gold Aluminum Case with Light Blush Sport Band (S/M) - $329.99 with on-page coupon, down from $399.00 Silver Aluminum Case with Blue Cloud Sport Loop - $329.99 with on-page coupon, down from $399.00 Silver Aluminum Case with Denim Sport Band (S/M) - $329.99 with on-page coupon, down from $399.00 46mm GPS Apple Watch Series 10 Jet Black Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band (M/L) - $359.99 with on-page coupon, down from $429.00 Jet Black Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band (S/M) - $359.99 with on-page coupon, down from $429.00 Jet Black Aluminum Case with Ink Sport Loop - $359.99 with on-page coupon, down from $429.00 Rose Gold Aluminum Case with Light Blush Sport Band (M/L) - $359.99 with on-page coupon, down from $429.00 Rose Gold Aluminum Case with Plum Sport Loop - $359.99 with on-page coupon, down from $429.00 Silver Aluminum Case with Blue Cloud Sport Loop - $359.99 with on-page coupon, down from $429.00 Silver Aluminum Case with Denim Sport Band (S/M) - $359.99 with on-page coupon, down from $429.00 Silver Aluminum Case with Denim Sport Band (M/L) - $359.99 with on-page coupon, down from $429.00 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about top deals as we head into the holidays? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:45 pmApple TV+ knows what you want: German hospital dramas [Updated]
"Krank Berlin" is a gritty, vibrant and dynamic German medical drama series coming soon, Apple TV+ said Tuesday. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:41 pmApple Again Rumored to Launch Smart Home Camera Alongside HomePod With Display
Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today again said that Apple plans to release its own HomeKit-enabled wireless smart home camera in 2026. Logitech Circle View camera In a blog post about Apple's smart home plans, Kuo said the camera will have tight integration with the rumored HomePod with a display. It is likely that the camera would be sold as an optional accessory alongside the new HomePod hub, providing customers with a home security solution entirely designed by Apple for the first time ever. Apple would almost certainly tout the privacy and security benefits of its own smart home camera compared to competitors. The company already offers HomeKit Secure Video, which leverages iCloud to securely stream and store video clips from compatible HomeKit cameras, with end-to-end encryption. HomeKit Secure Video cameras can be managed through the Home app on Apple devices, just like other HomeKit accessories. Examples of HomeKit Secure Video cameras include the Logitech Circle View and the Eve Cam. Apple's smart home camera could also have some additional features not available on third-party HomeKit cameras, but no specifics are known yet. Kuo expects Apple to begin mass production of the HomePod with a display in the second half of 2025, but he did not provide a release timeframe. He expects the device to feature a 6-7 inch display, an A18 chip, and Apple Intelligence support. It is not entirely clear if Kuo is referring to the same Apple smart home hub that Bloomberg's Mark Gurman expects to launch as early as March 2025. Gurman said the hub will have around a six-inch display and support Apple Intelligence, so some of the rumored specifications sound the same at the very least. Gurman said the hub can be mounted on a wall, or attached to an optional HomePod-like speaker base. If these rumored devices are one and the same, then a launch might be a little further away than previously expected.Related Roundup: HomePodTags: Apple Smart Home Camera, Apple Smart Home Display, Ming-Chi KuoBuyer's Guide: HomePod (Neutral)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:40 pmDisney+ app debuts new ESPN tile, adds free Hulu and sports content
Almost a year ago exactly, Disney+ started adding Hulu content to its app. Now, the streamer is integrating ESPN as well via a new tile that will start appearing in the Disney+ app today. And in a nice perk, non-bundle subscribers are getting some Hulu and ESPN content thrown in at no extra charge. more…03:32 pmHomePod with a large display is still on the way
Get the latest on the upcoming HomePod with a display, a new smart home device with a focus on home automation. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:30 pmAutomatically scroll up when adding a new field
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Apple is struggling to work with Chinese tech company Baidu to bring Apple Intelligence to China next year, The Information reports. While it is now available in the United States and several other regions, Apple Intelligence is not available in China due to the country's restrictive security, privacy, and content obligations, which demands that any public AI technology obtains regulatory approval. This led Apple to partner directly with Baidu, a Chinese company, to deliver Apple Intelligence features in the country expediently. Citing two individuals said to be familiar with the situation, the report claims that Apple and Baidu are racing to adapt the latter's most advanced large language model, Ernie 4.0, to work well for iPhone users both via the cloud and on-device. Apparently, the models have had difficulty understanding prompts and providing accurate responses to common scenarios. While Baidu wants results to be driven by data used to train its model, Apple wants it to provide a more personalized answer based on a user's iPhone usage. Likewise, the two companies have clashed over the use of iPhone user data to train and improve the AI models. Baidu reportedly wants to save and analyze data from iPhone users, but this is forbidden under Apple's privacy commitments. The issues are particularly notable since Apple hopes to use Apple Intelligence to rejuvenate iPhone sales in China, where revenue has declined for three consecutive years due to heightened competition from local smartphone brands such as Huawei that tout a wide array of AI features. Unlike its collaboration with OpenAI, which reportedly comes at no cost to either company, Apple is actively paying Baidu a fee to use its AI models and has agreed to cover computing costs. Apple already uses Baidu for default search results in Safari and Siri.Tags: Apple Intelligence, China, The InformationThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:17 pmHomePad: Apple’s display-equipped HomePod delayed again – Ming-Chi Kuo
Apple's highly anticipated HomePod with a built-in smart display has been delayed. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the device is now… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:10 pmGoTo Connect – Issue dispatching call queues to agents
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A newly-released app lets you regularly scan your iPhone for Pegasus spyware – which can access almost all the data on a phone – for a one-off cost of just one dollar. A mobile security firm created the app, which allows you to scan your iPhone or Android phone and send the results to them for analysis – and they’ve so far detected seven phones infected by the spyware … more…02:58 pmDoes anyone know how to block smart banners from being displayed in Safari for a specific site? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingDoes anyone know how to block smart banners from being displayed in Safari for a specific site?
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The deal between Apple and local firm Baidu to bring a form of Apple Intelligence to China is reportedly faltering because of technical and philosophical privacy issues.Apple Intelligence faces delays in ChinaApple Intelligence could provide the boost to iPhone sales in China that Apple needs, after years of decline and increasing local competition. But while Apple theoretically could go it alone with Apple Intelligence in the country, in practice it has to partner with a Chinese firm — and it's facing difficulties.While it has now partnered with Baidu, after local media first denied it had, The Information says that the partnership is struggling. The difficulty includes how Baidu's large language models (LLMs) have been failing to provide the kind of responses Apple wants for typical iPhone user questions. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:44 pmKuo: Next iPad Pro with M5 chip coming in fall 2025
Apple’s iPad Pro got a huge upgrade this year with the M4 chip, tandem OLED display, nano-texture option, and more. But the next version is already in the works, and now we have an idea of when to expect it. more…02:40 pmIssues with the Cloudflare Developers Site
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Apple hopes to bring its Apple Intelligence suite of AI features to China in 2025, but the company has reportedly clashed with its partner Baidu over technical and privacy issues. more…02:23 pm[HELP] App Store connect Financial report sales and proceeds way lower than actual | Reddit on iOS Programming[HELP] App Store connect Financial report sales and proceeds way lower than actual
So I am new to App store connect and its my first month, so maybe I am missing something. My November month proceeds in analytics shows almost 1000$ which seems about right compared to my RevenueCat Data. But today i got a mail saying my November month financial reports are ready. Went to check it […]02:21 pm'Spotify Wrapped' Recaps Your Listening History for 2024 Using AI Hosts
Spotify has made its annual recap feature "Spotify Wrapped" available to users on the iOS and Android app. This feature tracks your top artists, genres, songs, podcasts, and minutes listened, and generates graphics for sharing on social media. This year's Spotify Wrapped has a distinctly AI-driven twist: The company has partnered with Google to leverage its note-taking assistant NotebookLM, which can generate a podcast featuring two artificial hosts that discuss the user's research. In Spotify, the hosts wax lyrical on your top songs, artists, and genre choices for the year. "Your Wrapped AI Podcast" is available to both free and Premium users in the US, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Ireland, and Sweden. Spotify Wrapped also now includes a feature to chart how your musical preferences evolved over the year. For each month it assigns up to three descriptive musical themes, such as "heatwave" or "beach." Additionally, the app creates a personalized “music evolution” playlist, blending your favorite tracks from the year with new songs curated to match your tastes. Meanwhile, if you're a Premium subscriber, you can create playlists based on your listening habits by prompting Spotify's AI DJ. Other additions this year include the longest listening streak for your top five artists, and an update to the share button that shows whether the audio being shared is in your top 100 songs, top 20 artists, or top five podcasts. Apple Music's equivalent annual recap, Apple Music Replay, was launched on Tuesday for subscribers to the streaming service.Tag: SpotifyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:17 pmIncreased Errors for R2 and Durable Objects in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region
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Apple has been granted another patent for technology that would allow it to have Face ID embedded in the display, enabling the company to reduce the size of the camera cutout. While Apple has been working on this for many years, there are a couple of reasons to suspect that the tech may perhaps debut in the iPhone 17 line-up … more…02:08 pmU.S. Offered $10M for Hacker Just Arrested by Russia
In January 2022, KrebsOnSecurity identified a Russian man named Mikhail Matveev as "Wazawaka," a cybercriminal who was deeply involved in the formation and operation of multiple ransomware groups. The U.S. government indicted Matveev as a top ransomware purveyor a year later, offering $10 million for information leading to his arrest. Last week, the Russian government reportedly arrested Matveev and charged him with creating malware used to extort companies.02:04 pmIntegrating Live Activity and Dynamic Island in iOS: A Complete Guide
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submitted by /u/canopassoftware [link] [comments]01:57 pmCar maker Stellantis debunks report that outgoing Apple CFO Maestri will be its next CEO | 9 to 5 MacCar maker Stellantis debunks report that outgoing Apple CFO Maestri will be its next CEO
It turns out that Apple’s outgoing CFO Luca Maestri won’t be the next CEO of car maker Stellantis — which was apparently a rumor in the automotive industry. more…01:55 pmStellantis denies report about choosing Apple CFO Luca Maestri as new CEO
Stellantis has denied a recent report claiming that Luca Maestri, the outgoing CFO of Apple, would be appointed as the new CEO of the company… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:53 pmSpotify Wrapped 2024 launches with AI Podcast powered by Google’s NotebookLM
Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here and features an AI Podcast that’s “Built with Google’s NotebookLM.” Two AI hosts from the viral note-taking/research tool “unwrap” your year in music. more…01:40 pmApple CEO Tim Cook Opens Up About AI Plans, Vision Pro Future, and More in New Interview | MacRumorsApple CEO Tim Cook Opens Up About AI Plans, Vision Pro Future, and More in New Interview
WIRED today shared in an in-depth interview with Apple CEO Tim Cook, asking questions about AI, Vision Pro sales, pre-recorded keynotes, and more. The wide-ranging interview covers Apple's pivot toward AI technology, including what Apple Intelligence features Cook finds most useful, Apple's partnership with OpenAI, and the environmental impact of AI. For example, WIRED asked Cook about OpenAI's aim to achieve artificial general intelligence (AGI), full human-level AI software that would be able to learn, understand, and apply knowledge across many domains, and perform tasks they weren't specifically trained for. Right now the technology is good enough where we can deliver it to people and change their lives, and that's what we're focused on. We'll keep pulling the string and see where it takes us. [...] [AGI is] a discussion that we'll continue to have. [...] There's so much extraordinary benefit for humanity. Are there some things you have to have guardrails on? Of course. We're very deeply considerate about things that we do and don't do. I hope that others are as well. AGI itself is a ways away, at a minimum. We'll sort out along the way what the guardrails need to be in such an environment. Cook added that Apple has never considered charging a fee for Apple Intelligence, viewing it as a fundamental feature like multitouch. He said Apple sees "the smartphone lasting a very long time," despite the emergence of AI-driven devices. Asked if he was concerned about the amount of time users spend using smartphones, Cook responded:I worry about people endlessly scrolling. That's the reason we do things like Screen Time, to try to guide people. We support people putting limits on themselves, like the number of notifications you get. We do a lot of things in the parental controls area as well. My fundamental belief is, if you're looking at your phone more than you’re looking in somebody's eyes, that's a problem. Addressing reports that the Apple Vision Pro has not met sales expectations, Cook said:It's an early adopter product, for people who want tomorrow's technology today. Those people are buying it, and the ecosystem is flourishing. The ultimate test for us is the ecosystem. I don't know if you’re using it very much, but I'm on there all the time. I see new apps all the time. WIRED also asked Cook if the Vision Pro is ultimately headed toward mixed-reality glasses like Meta and Snap: Yes, it's a progression over time in terms of what happens with form factors. AR is a huge deal. With Vision Pro, we've progressed to what is clearly the most advanced technology we've ever done, and I think the most advanced technology in the world in terms of electronics problems. We'll see where it goes. Cook answered questions about Apple's move into consumer tools for medical technology on the Apple Watch and AirPods, and alluded to how the the company is researching AI to analyze biometric data in real time: I'm not going to announce anything today. But we have research going on. We're pouring all of ourselves in here, and we work on things that are years in the making. We were working on hearing a long time before we got it dialed in to where we felt comfortable shipping it. In addition, WIRED queried if Apple will ever return to live presentations: During Covid we learned the audience is primarily online. Very few people can fit in the theater, and we wanted to have more people engaged in the announcement itself. You can do that a lot more productively on tape than you can live because of the transitions on stage and so forth. However, Cook admitted "I do miss it. I do miss it." He said that he gets asked about how long he sees himself remaining Apple's CEO "now more than I used to," explaining: ...I'll do it until the voice in my head says, "It's time," and then I'll go and focus on what the next chapter looks like. But it's hard to imagine life without Apple, because my life has been wrapped up in this company since 1998. It's the overwhelming majority of my adult life. And so I love it. Cook also answered questions about Apple's decision to add the Camera Control to the iPhone 16, working at Apple Park, the growing regulatory scrutiny the company faces, and Apple's legacy. See WIRED's full interview for more of Cook's responses.Tags: Apple Intelligence, Tim Cook, WiredThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:36 pmM5 iPad Pro rumored to arrive sometime in late 2025
Apple's next update to the iPad Pro line with an M5 chip is quite a way from release, an analyst claims, with mass production of the tablet expected to happen in late 2025.13-inch iPad Pro, running on the M4 chipThe most recent iPad Pro release was in May 2024, ushering in the M4 generation of Apple Silicon by being the first device to use it. However, it could be quite some time before the next iteration becomes available.According to a Medium post by TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo on Wednesday, Apple will be using BYD Electronic for assembling more iPads in future. The post also touches briefly on the iPad Pro's next release. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:28 pmTim Cook denies OpenAI rumors; talks AI energy use; Apple Glasses; saving lives
A wide-ranging interview with Apple CEO Tim Cook reveals him (kind of) denying OpenAI rumors; addressing the potential conflict between the power requirements of AI and Apple’s environmental goals; the journey toward Apple Glasses; and how Apple’s greatest legacy may be saving lives. Cook kicks off by denying that Apple was late to AI, pointing out that the company first built a neural engine into its products back in 2017 … more…01:22 pmHow to get an Apple student discount at Apple’s Education Store
Macworld Students, teachers, and those who work for an educational institution can save money on a new Mac, MacBook, or iPad by shopping at the Apple Education Store, which offers discounts all year round. In this article, we will explain how much the Apple education discount is and who qualifies for an Apple student discount, before explaining how to get an Apple student discount at the Apple Education Store. Click the link below to go to Apple’s education storefront in your country: Apple’s U.S. Education Store Apple’s U.K. Education Store (in the U.K. you will need to verify your student status via UNiDAYS). Apple’s Canada Education Store Apple’s Australian Education Store What products does Apple discount for students? The discounts are only available for iPads, MacBooks and Macs. Education discounts are not available on the iPhone, Apple TV, Apple Watch, HomePods, accessories, or software (Adobe and Microsoft both offer student discounts though). AirPods aren’t discounted for students either, but Apple has been known to give away AirPods as part of a student-focused deal during the back-to-school buying season (between June and October in the northern hemisphere and between January and March in the southern hemisphere). For example, in January-March 2024 Brazil and South Korean students could claim free AirPods with purchases, but Australian and New Zealand students were given Apple gift vouchers. Similarly, Apple’s Back To School offer kicked off in June 2024 in the U.S. where students are able to get vouchers with qualifying purchases until mid-September. In Europe and the U.K. the same offer will start in mid-July and will run until October. Students can also get Apple Music for half price with free Apple TV+ included. How much is the Apple student discount? Apple doesn’t offer a single, universal discount to students. It sets different prices for each product range. Students can save up to $200/£220 on Macs and up to $100/£100 on iPads. Here’s how the iPad MSRP compares to the student price: ProductU.S.U.K.AustraliaCanadaiPad (10th gen) MSRP$349£329$599$499iPad (10th gen) Student Price$329£309$559$469iPad mini (A17 Pro) MSRP$499£499$799$679iPad mini (A17 Pro) Student Price$449£449$719$609iPad Air (11-inch, M2) MSRP$599£599$999$799iPad Air (11-inch, M2) Student Price$549£549$919$729iPad Air (13-inch, M2)MSRP$799£799$1,299$1,099iPad Air (13-inch, M2) Student Price$749£749$1,219$1,029iPad Pro (11-inch, M4) MSRP$999£999$1,699$1,399iPad Pro (11-inch, M4) Student Price$899£899$1,529$1,249iPad Pro (13-inch, M4) MSRP$1,299£1,299$2,199$1,799iPad Pro (13-inch, M4) Student Price$1,199£1,199$2,029$1,649Apple’s discounted price for students compared to the usual price. Here’s how the Mac and MacBook MSRP compares to the student price: ProductU.S.U.K.AustraliaCanada13.6-inch MacBook Air, M2, MSRP$999£999$1,599$1,29913.6-inch MacBook Air, M2, Student discount$899£899$1,439$1,16913.6-inch MacBook Air, M3, MSRP$1,099£1,099$1,799$1,44913.6-inch MacBook Air, M3, Student discount$999£999$1,649$1,29915-inch MacBook Air, M3, MSRP$1,299£1,299$2,199$1,74915-inch MacBook Air, M3, Student discount$1,199£1,199$1,999$1,59914-inch MacBook Pro M4 MSRP$1,599£1,599$2,499$2,09914-inch MacBook Pro M4 Student discount$1,499£1,499$2,349$1,96914-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro MSRP$1,999£1,999$3,299$2,69914-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro Student discount$1,849£1,849$3,069$2,50916-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro MSRP$2,499£2,499$3,999$3,29916-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro Student discount$2,299£2,299$3,699$3,049iMac M4 MSRP$1,299£1,299$1,999$1,699iMac M4 Student discount$1,249£1,249$1,919$1,629Mac mini M4 MSRP$599£599$999$799Mac mini M4 Student discount$499£499$849$669Mac Studio M2 Max MSRP$1,999£2,099$3,299$2,699Mac Studio M2 Max Student discount$1,799£1,889$2,969$2,429Mac Pro M2 Max MSRP$6,999£7,199$11,999$8,999Mac Pro M2 Max Student discount$6,599£6,789$11,309$8,479Apple’s discounted price for students compared to the usual price. MacBook student discounts Below are the discounts on the base model Macs, there are bigger discounts on the more expensive models. How much can students save on the 13-inch MacBook Air, M2? MSRP: $999 / £999 / AU$1,599 / CA$1,299Student: $899 / £899 /AU$1,439 / CA$1,169 Students save: $100 / £100 / AU$160 / CA$130 How much can students save on the 13-inch MacBook Air, M3? MSRP: $1,099 / £1,099 / AU$1,799 / CA$1,449Student: $999 / £999 / AU$1,649 / CA$1,299 Students save: $100 / £100 / AU$150 / CA$150 How much can students save on the 15-inch MacBook Air, M3? MSRP: $1,299 / £1,299 / AU$2,199 / CA$1,749Student: $1,199 / £1,199 / AU$1,999 / CA$1,599 Students save: $100 / £100 / AU$200 / CA$150 How much can students save on the 14-inch MacBook Pro, M4? MSRP: $1,599 / £1,599 / AU$2,499 / CA$2,099Student: $1,499 / £1,499 / AU$2,349 / CA$1,969 Students save: $100 / £100 / AU$150 / CA$130 How much can students save on the 14-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro? MSRP: $1,999 / £1,999 / AU$3,299 / CA$2,699Student: $1,849 / £1,849 / AU$3,069 / CA$2,509 Students save: $150 / £150 / AU$230 / CA$190 How much can students save on the 16-inch MacBook Pro, M4 Pro? MSRP: $2,499 / £2,499 / AU$3,999 / CA$3,299Student: $2,299 / £2,299 / AU$3,699 / CA$3,049 Students save: $200 / £200 / AU$300 / CA$250 How much can students save on the Mac mini, M4 Pro? MSRP: $1,399 / £1,399 / AU$2,199 / CA$1,899Student: $1,299 / £1,299 / AU$2,049 / CA$1,769 Students save: $100 / £100 / AU$150 / CA$130 How much can students save on the Mac mini, M4? MSRP: $599 / £599 / AU$999 / CA$799Student: $499 / £499 / AU$829 / CA$669 Students save: $100 / £110 / AU$170 / CA$130 How much can students save on the iMac M4? MSRP: $1,299 / £1,299 / AU$1,999 / CA$1,699Student discount: $1,249 / £1,249 / AU$1,919 / CA$1,629 Students save: $50 / £50 / AU$80 / CA$70 Get the student discount at: Apple’s U.S. Education Store Apple’s U.K. Education Store (in the UK you will need to verify your student status via UNiDAYS). Apple’s Canada Education StoreApple’s Australian Education Store You may be able to get better discounts if you shop elsewhere. We round up the best MacBook Pro deals, the best MacBook Air deals, the best iMac deals, and the best Mac mini deals. We also have a guide to the best Mac for students that you might find useful. iPad student discounts Apple Below are the discounts on the base model iPads, there are bigger discounts on the more expensive models. How much can students save on the iPad mini (A17 Pro)? MSRP: $499 / £499 / AU$799 / CA$679Students: $449 / £449 / AU$719 / CA $609 Students save: $50 / £50 / AU$80 / CA$70 How much can students save on the 10th gen iPad? MSRP: $349 / £349 / AU$599 / CA$499Students; $329 / £329 / AU$559 / CA$469 Students save: $20 / £20 / AU$40 / CA$30 How much can students save on the 11-inch iPad Air (M2)? MSRP: $599 / £599 / AU$999 / CA$799Student: $549 / £549 / AU$919 / CA$729 Students save: $50 / £50 / AU$80 / CA$70 How much can students save on the 11-inch iPad Pro (M4)? MSRP: $999 / £999 / AU$1,699 / CA$1,399Students: $899 / £899 / AU$1,529 / CA$1,249 Students save: $100 / £100 / AU$170 / CA$150 Get the student discount at: Apple’s U.S. Education Store Apple’s U.K. Education Store (in the U.K. you will need to verify your student status via UNiDAYS). Apple’s Canada Education StoreApple’s Australian Education Store You may find a better deal or discount if you check out our deals round-ups: best iPad Air deals, best iPad mini deals, best iPad 10.2in deals, and the best iPad Pro deals. If you’re thinking of buying an iPad for college or university you also might like to read our guide to the Best iPad for students. Who can get an Apple student discount? Now we have told you how much you can save, the big question is whether you can save anything at all. Do you qualify for Apple’s student discounts? In order to shop at Apple’s Education Stores and take advantage of the lower prices you need to qualify as a student or work in an education institution. If you were hoping that you could get a discount for the Mac you want to buy your 13-year-old the bad news is that you can’t, unless you are employed by the school and buying for the institution, or you are a home educator. Students in high school don’t qualify for this discount. There are three types of people who can qualify for a student discount: Students in higher education (post-secondary education, e.g. university, college). People who are buying for education institutions. Parents of higher education students buying on their behalf. Home-based educators. Apple spells this out in more detail in its terms and conditions. For the U.S. these state that the following groups are “eligible to purchase from the Apple Store for Education:” K-12 staff: Any employee of a public or private K-12 institution in the United States is eligible, including homeschool teachers (this doesn’t include people educating their children during lockdowns). In addition, school board members who are currently serving as elected or appointed members are eligible. PTA or PTO executives currently serving as elected or appointed officers are eligible. Higher education staff and students: Faculty and staff of higher educational institutions in the U.S.; and students attending, or accepted into a higher educational institution in the U.S. are eligible to purchase. Purchases from the Apple Store for Education Individuals are not for institutional purchase or resale. Higher education parents: Parents purchasing on behalf of their child, who is a student currently attending or accepted into a public or private higher educational institution in the U.S. are eligible to purchase. Apple has a similar set of terms and conditions for eligibility in the U.K.: Employees of any education institution: Any employee of a public or private education institution in the U.K. Post-secondary education students: Students attending or accepted into a post-secondary education institution in the U.K. Parents of post-secondary students: Parents purchasing on behalf of their child, who is a student currently attending or accepted into a public or private post-secondary education institution in the U.K. If you’re attending higher education, or have been accepted into a higher education/post-secondary institution, you qualify for an Apple discount. (In the U.K. post-secondary means university, or any other formal education that takes place after secondary education is complete. Therefore, this excludes sixth-form colleges, although it may be worth inquiring at an Apple Store to see if the company is prepared to relax the rules.) Parents of post-secondary/higher education students do not qualify when buying for themselves, but they can pick up a discounted Mac for their child from the education store. Anybody who works in an educational environment qualifies for a discount on certain Apple products. It’s not just limited to teachers and lecturers but also covers administrative workers and other staff members. Essentially, it’s anybody who works at or for a school, college, or university. (This is not limited to post-secondary institutions. Apple refers to “any education institution.”) This does mean that you can’t get a discount for a Mac or iPad for your child who is currently at school, although the school could make the purchase and provide the equipment for students. If you don’t qualify for an Apple Education Store discount, we’d recommend instead checking out the Apple Refurbished Store, which offers discounts for everyone. You can’t apply a student discount in Apple’s Refurbished Store. We also recommend that you check our round-ups of the latest and best Apple deals we find at various Apple resellers. How many products can I buy? According to this Sales Policy document (or here) on the U.S. Apple site and the same on the U.K. Apple Education site, students can purchase the following with education pricing: Desktop Mac: One may be purchased per year Laptop Mac: One may be purchased per year iPad: Two may be purchased per year Accessories: Two accessories with Education Pricing may be purchased per year How to get a student discount at Apple Having established that you qualify for an education discount, how can you get money off at Apple? You may think that all you need to do is visit the Apple Store for Education and you will find the products you want at a lower price. However, before you can access Apple’s Education Store you will need to verify that you are a student or that you qualify in another way (e.g. you work in a school or college). Different countries have different sequences of steps to go through, which we will run through below. How to get an Apple student discount in the U.S. If you are a student in the U.S. it is quite easy to get an Education discount at the U.S. Apple Store–in fact, a loophole may mean it is possible to get a student discount without any proof that you are a student. If you are a student you should follow these steps: Visit Apple’s U.S. Education Store. Choose the Mac or iPad you want and click on your selection. Once you have customized your Apple product, click Continue. Enter your delivery details and check out. Beware that Apple can request to see evidence that you are a student at any point during or after the purchase and will charge an additional fee if you fail to provide it. If you have any problems, we recommend you get your student status verified with UNiDAYS or log on from your university network. Make sure you have quick access to some form of official identification that proves you qualify for the education discount. Your student ID is a good choice. In January 2022, Apple changed the U.S. Education Discount Store to require validation from UNiDAYS before students can get a discount, but it then removed the requirement. Apple could re-implement this validation step that students in other countries have to go through. If it does it may still be possible for non-students in the U.S. to avoid the validation step, as per this Reddit post. Canadian students can follow the same steps as the U.S. Start shopping at Apple’s Canada Education Store. How to get an Apple student discount in the U.K. U.K. students will need to register with UNiDAYS before they can get a discount from the Apple Education Store. Visit Apple’s U.K. Education Store to access the Apple Education site. Once there you’ll be encouraged to sign up on the student discount website UNiDAYS. You can also use the alternative service Student Beans to register for Apple’s educational discounts. On whichever site you use, you’ll need to provide your email address and a password, your name, institution, subject of study, years of study, and course length. Once you have completed the registration process and signed in you will be able to access Apple’s student discounts. If you don’t want to register via a verification site, you can also call Apple, use Apple’s Chat online feature, or visit an Apple Store. The staff there will guide you through the process. How to get an Apple student discount in Australia or Canada Visit Apple’s Australian Education Store or Apple’s Canada Education Store. It’s usually best to log on from your university network if you can. You will also want to make sure you have quick access to some form of official identification that proves you qualify for the education discount. Your student ID is a good choice. However, you may find you don’t actually require any sort of login or ID to order from the Apple Education Store–but beware that Apple can request to see evidence that you are a student at any point during or after the purchase and will charge an additional fee if you fail to provide it. How to buy Apple products for an education institution If you have been tasked with buying new Macs or iPads for a school, college, or university then Apple has a different store for you. This store is designed for those who are buying a Mac for an educational institution (for students to work on rather than for individual students to own). You should visit the U.S. Apple Store for Education Institutions (if that link doesn’t work), the U.K. Apple Store for Education Institutions (if that link doesn’t work), or the Canadian or Australian equivalent. You’ll need to search for your Educational Institution: enter your institution’s details and click on search. If your institution is found you will be able to sign in to access your institution’s store. You may still need to register before you can use the store. If your school, college, or other institution isn’t found then you may need to call Apple to discuss registering your school. How to get a student discount for Apple Music and Apple TV+ Apple’s student membership scheme for Apple Music offers those in full-time education a 50 percent subscription discount and this deal is better than ever right now because the Student Apple Music deal also includes Apple TV+ for a limited time (following a 2023 price hike Apple TV+ now costs $9.99/£8.99 a month, up from $6.99/£6.99 per month). If you are a student, here’s how to get Apple Music for half price. Apple regularly offers three months free for new subscribers to Apple Music, so you might want to take that up first. Get three months free here or read How to get Apple Music for free. The student discount brings the monthly cost of Apple Music membership down from $10.99/£10.99 to $5.99/£5.99, with identical schemes in Ireland, the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, Germany, and Denmark, each offering half off the usual price. And with Apple TV+ bundled in for free, it’s a great deal! To qualify for the student discount, you’ll need to prove that you’re enrolled at an eligible university or college. The discount runs for up to 48 months (four years). The Student Membership tier is the third membership tier Apple has offered to consumers, alongside Individual Membership ($10.99/£10.99 per month) and Family Membership ($16.99/£16.99). Visit Apple’s site for more details and to sign up. If you’re a student and signing up for Apple Music on your iPhone or iPad, tap where it says “Are you a University Student?” and you’ll be directed to a verification system. If your college or university is eligible you’ll get a reduced subscription rate. Read our guide to Apple Music and How to get Apple Music for free for the best trial options.01:00 pmM4 MacBook Air to iPhone SE — What to expect from Apple in early 2025
Apple is set to have a packed spring with an AirTag refresh, the AI-powered Home Hub, an M4 MacBook Air, iPhone SE 4, iPad 11, and possibly more. Here's what to expect.Apple's early 2025 is packed with possible product announcementsRumor season never ends, though it never fails that one leaker or another predicts every hope and dream is set to release at once. Evidence continues to pour in suggesting that it'll be a busy quarter for Apple, but there's always room for products to shift.Most of Apple's product line has been updated since the start of 2024 with a few exceptions. The M4 chipset could make its way to the final holdout Macs, and new products could emerge as well. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:00 pmSpotify Wrapped 2024: your year in songs and podcasts is here
The long-awaited Spotify Wrapped is back, now with a recap of the songs and podcasts you listened to most in 2024. This year, in addition to a new design, Spotify has also added some AI-based features to make the Wrapped experience even more personal. Read on as we detail what’s new and how you can access your Spotify Wrapped. more…12:53 pmApple Intelligence has been seven years in the making, says Cook
In a new interview, CEO Tim Cook says that Apple began looking into what became Apple Intelligence in 2017, just as Apple Park was opening.Credit: AppleIt's been repeatedly claimed that Apple is behind the industry on artificial intelligence, and that's just as often been refuted. Now before it became known as Apple Intelligence, Tim Cook says that AI crept up on Apple — but crept up a long time ago."I wouldn't say there was an aha moment," he told Steven Levy in Wired. "It built like a wave, or like rolling thunder." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:36 pmHas any new info come out on Xcode getting built in AI?
If I am remembering right, we were told we would have AppleAI/ChatGPT baked in "later this year", and not just predictive code completion, but it's been crickets ever since WWDC. Have there been any updates that I have missed? submitted by /u/Eduleuq [link] [comments]12:26 pmSoftware issues delay HomePod with display until late 2025 – Kuo
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says a HomePod with display now won’t launch until the third quarter of next year. He’d initially expected it to be launched in the first half of 2024, then said it had been pushed back to the first half of 2025. The reason for the latest delay, he says, is that software development for the new device is taking longer than expected … more…12:23 pmAloha Browser Update Promises End to Endless Cookie Prompts
Privacy-focused Aloha Browser has announced a new Cookie Consent Management feature that aims to eliminate repetitive cookie permission pop-ups while maintaining user privacy controls. Released today for its iOS app, the new feature allows people to set their cookie preferences once at the browser level rather than responding to prompts on every website. The new system is designed to address the common frustration with cookie consent banners, which studies show approximately 70% of users either ignore or dismiss without reading. But instead of simply blocking pop-ups, Aloha says its solution actively communicates user preferences to websites through a standardized API. "How the industry manages cookie consent is backward and has actually backfired," said Andrew Frost Moroz, Founder of Aloha Browser. "It's time to give users the ability to manage their privacy preferences across the web without being constantly interrupted by cookie pop-ups."The feature offers several preference options, including allowing or rejecting all cookies, creating custom settings for different cookie categories, or setting specific preferences for individual websites. Aloha says these choices are stored securely in the browser and automatically applied across all sites visited. The company presented its new approach to cookie management at the W3C's TPAC 2024 conference, where it reportedly received industry support. Aloha Browser can be found on the App Store [Direct Link], and includes a built-in VPN, ad blocker, privacy reporting, background audio playing support, advanced file management options, and more.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:51 amElevated 400 Errors on Conversations API for Requests Without Service SID
Dec 4, 03:51 PSTUpdate - We are currently investigating an issue with the Conversations API that resulted in some customers receiving responses with status code 400 and Twilio Error Code 20160. This issue impacts requests made without a Service SID in the URL. We expect to provide another update in 30 minutes or as soon as more information becomes available. For more information on Error Code 20160, please refer to the https://www.twilio.com/docs/api/errors/20160Dec 4, 03:30 PSTInvestigating - Our monitoring systems have detected a potential issue with Twilio Conversations. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We will update as soon as we have more information.11:51 amUse encrypted apps while US faces hacking threat, says FBI
The FBI and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency say that Americans should use encrypted apps such as iMessage and FaceTime to be safe from foreign hackers.Image credit: Elchinator on PixabayIt's an about-face for the FBI, which has for years demanded that Apple allow the agency unencrypted access to Messages. The new warning comes in the face of what it and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) say is China's ongoing Salt Typhoon hack."Our suggestion, what we have told folks internally, is not new here: Encryption is your friend, whether it's on text messaging or if you have the capacity to use encrypted voice communication," Jeff Greene, executive assistant director for cybersecurity at the CISA, told NBC News in a press call. "Even if the adversary is able to intercept the data, if it is encrypted, it will make it impossible." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:50 amI made an AI Image generator iOS APP using ChatGPT Api
submitted by /u/ebrahim-reditt [link] [comments]11:50 amM5 iPad Pro to Enter Mass Production in Late 2025
An iPad Pro equipped with Apple's next-generation M5 processor is expected to enter mass production in the second half of next year, according to Apple industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Writing in a Medium post, Kuo said the primary assembler of the M5 iPad Pro will be China's BYD Electronics, which will also be the exclusive assembler of Apple's upcoming display-equipped HomePod, set to be released in late 2025. Apple released the current M4 iPad Pro with OLED display in May 2024. Apple has already ordered M5 chips from TSMC as the company begins production development of its next-generation processor, according to one report. The M5 series is expected to feature an enhanced ARM architecture and will reportedly be manufactured using TSMC's advanced 3-nanometer process technology. Apple's decision to forgo TSMC's more advanced 2nm process for the M5 chip is believed to be due to cost considerations. However, the M5 will still feature significant advancements over the M4, notably through the adoption of TSMC's System on Integrated Chip (SoIC) technology. Beyond the processor upgrade, there are currently no other rumors about new features in the M5 iPad Pro, though Apple has said it is considering changing the rear Apple logo orientation to landscape on future iPads.Related Roundup: iPad ProTags: M5, Ming-Chi KuoBuyer's Guide: iPad Pro (Neutral)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:31 amGet Backup Pro Review
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Good pricing, 30-day demo, educational and non-profit discounts Excellent performance and customization options Nice array of backup and scheduling options Cons Locating the program to grant full disk access was difficult Lack of network and cloud-based options m Lack of tutorial videos Our Verdict Get Backup Pro is excellent for the casual user. The software is priced well, with a decent 30-day demo. There’s an excellent selection of tools and customization options and a nice array of options. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When ReviewedFrom $29.99 for a single license; Family pack of up to 5 Macs is $49.99 Best Prices Today: Get Backup Pro Retailer Price BeLight Software $29.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket There’s no shortage of good backup software for the Mac, and while Apple’s Time Machine is free, arrives with every Mac, and draws its fair share of the limelight, there are some excellent alternatives for customizable backups. Among these is Get Backup Pro by BeLight Software, which has been in steady development for years but still garnered a fairly considerable fan base among its users. The software (version 3.7.3 at the time of this review) is available as a free 30-day demo and retails for $29.99 for a single license, $49.99 for a family license that covers up to five Macs (or $14.99 as an upgrade price from previous versions). Get Backup Pro 3 is also available at a 30% academic discount for educational and non-profit outfits. The software is also available through MacPaw’s SetApp subscription service, which retails between $9.99 and $14.99 a month depending on the subscription tier chosen. As per usual with utility software for the Mac, Get Backup Pro 3 is easy to download, install into the Applications folder, and run. However it got tricky when the program asked for full disk access to allow it to work with all the files on the hard drive. While a helpful tutorial window showed how to assign access from the Privacy & Security tab, the program didn’t appear so we had to click the “+” icon and dig through your Applications folder to locate it and assign access. Once this obstacle was overcome, the program granted access to the home screen as well as the core modules (Backup, Archive, Clone, and Synchronize). Foundry The modules themselves are easy to work with, and a good help menu allows you to easily look up specific elements and learn what they are and how they work. Testing went well, and Get Backup Pro 3 is brisk, capable, ran flawlessly under macOS Sequoia, and ran well in both the foreground and the background. A handy user interface keeps things simple, scheduling full backups, cloning, and incremental backups worked like a charm, and a slate of customization options allows for specific files and folders to be chosen and app data to be added to the backup/clone process. It’s there, and while it can take some playing around with to get used to, the impressive level of customization makes it easy to set tasks up, while an excellent restoration system installed data where it needed to be without fail. Foundry For users looking for privacy, the software can add 128-bit, 256-bit, Blowfish, Triple DES encryption, or password protection to the archive files you create, and a brisk reply from tech support indicated that there was someone at the other end ready to help. Quick access to the system logs shows exactly what’s happening on the back end, and it was nice to be able to pull this up on the fly. There’s some room for improvement, but outside of the issue of having to manually locate the Get Backup 3 Pro installation application to assign it full access, it’s mostly nominal, if not cosmetic. The program offers a good progress bar to track how much of a task has been completed, but an elapsed time counter or an estimated time remaining counter (or at least the option to display these) would be a nice touch. While the manual is helpful, it seems as if BeLight is missing an opportunity in not linking to or creating their own helpful tutorial videos, and there isn’t much in the way of user-made tutorial videos on YouTube that could help make learning the program even easier. Finally, Get Backup Pro is centered around local drives and external volumes with no true network or cloud tools to speak of, and this might be forthcoming in a future version, but might also confine the software to more casual users. Should you buy Get Backup Pro? Get Backup Pro may not have all the cloud and network tools that a network admin might crave, but it’s excellent for the casual user and the home market, and this is arguably what BeLight has shot for and won. The software is priced well, the option of a 30-day demo gives you time to play around with it, and the licensing is flexible enough that a single purchased license covers both my Mac Studio desktop and my MacBook Pro laptop. Yes, there’s a bit of trial and error in getting to use it, and some tutorial videos would go a long way, but there’s still an excellent selection of tools and customization options to be had. This was fun to play with, and it presents a nice array of options beyond what Apple’s free Time Machine utility offers. It may not be for everyone, but there’s something excellent here and it’s worth a gander.11:00 amWhy I’m done with desktop Macs
Macworld Back in the day, I had one computer. It was a laptop bought for me by my employer, and at work, I’d attach it to an external display and use it at my desk. At the end of the day, I’d close it up, put it in my backpack, and take it home. For the last 10 years, I’ve worked at a desk at home, with a desktop Mac as my primary computer. But over the last year or so, I’ve been using my MacBook Air a lot more, whether I’m traveling or spending the winter in a heated room rather than my unheated garage. So what’s better, the single-Mac life or being a Mac vagabond? As someone who’s been there, and back, and there again, I can tell you that it’s never been easier to live the two-Mac lifestyle–but it’s also never been a better time to just give the desktop up and learn to love a Mac laptop. The bad old days In the days of PowerPC and Intel laptops, living this life was rough. Just running a Mac laptop in lid-closed mode, attached to an external display, was fraught with bugs. Today, most Macs are laptops, but for a good many years, the laptop was an oddball and the desktop was the “real” Mac. As a result, laptop bugs abounded, especially if you wanted to do something as outlandish as plug your laptop into an external display and close the lid. All Macs now let you use an iPad as a second display. But there was a time when simply running any external display on a MacBook was an adventure in troubleshooting.Willis Lai/IDG What I’m saying is, there was a lot of unplugging and replugging, opening the lid and closing the lid, and the like, in order to cajole the computer into properly displaying on that external screen. Things got better over time, but it was never perfect. Worse, though, were the sleep issues. When the Mac went to sleep while attached to an external display, sometimes it wouldn’t come back without help–or with a forced reboot. On many, many days, I’d unplug my laptop, pop it into my backpack, take an hourlong ride on a bus back home, and remove the laptop–only to find the inside of my backpack blazing hot because my MacBook hadn’t gone to sleep after all. Keeping in sync Still, the plan when I started working for myself, in my garage, was to use my beloved MacBook Air and plug it into a big display. That plan didn’t survive the release of the 5K iMac, and so began my years-long sojourn as a person who used a desktop at my desk, but a laptop everywhere else. I hadn’t lived like this for years, and things really had gotten much better for multiple Mac users in the intervening time. The existence of cloud services such as iCloud and Dropbox has really made things so much easier. These days I keep most of my working files in Dropbox, but I also sync my Desktop and Documents folders via iCloud. The iCloud part is sometimes a bit wonky, but it’s so nice to be able to put a folder on my Desktop in my office and then open my laptop and see that the same file is on the Desktop there, too. (And, of course, all those files are also accessible on my iPhone and iPad. Nice!) When I recently had to wipe my Mac Studio’s hard drive, I did so with no fear of losing data. Not only do I back up daily via Time Machine and make a clone using Carbon Copy Cloner, but all my vital files are in Dropbox or iCloud. It just wasn’t a worry. While the cloud makes life as a user of many Macs easier, it unfortunately also highlights all the ways in which it’s still hard. While some Mac apps have embraced the cloud as a way to sync settings–BBEdit has let you do it via Dropbox or iCloud for quite a while now–others only do it in a limited fashion. For example, I can sync my Keyboard Maestro macros and my Hazel automations via the cloud, but only after delving into their settings and enabling some specific cloud-sync features. And that’s the apps that acknowledge the existence of the cloud. Other apps… just don’t. Once I set Keyboard Maestro to sync using iCloud, I discovered that all my podcast-related automations crashed hard against Audio Hijack’s inability to sync either its sessions or its scripts across devices. (It’s even worse: while you can import and export Audio Hijack sessions, I could only move scripts by diving into my local Application Support folder and copying a property list file to the other computer.) My Stream Deck settings also don’t sync, though at least they can be imported and exported. At least Shortcuts sync via iCloud–more or less. (There are occasional reliability issues, but I’ve found that it mostly works.) Plenty of system-level stuff is also just not consistent. I use the app SwiftBar to put ambient data in my menu bar, mostly from a bunch of Python scripts. SwiftBar is happy to use a bunch of plug-ins from Dropbox or iCloud, which is great! But keeping the version of Python on both systems in sync, at compatible paths, with compatible modules installed, is an ongoing challenge. I recently got a Hazel sync working again via its settings-sync features, only to discover that my scripts were failing because the connected Python script was in an unsynced directory, and therefore my fixes on one computer never moved to the other one. The fact that an M4 Max MacBook Pro offers workstation-like performance–you don’t sacrifice speed because of the laptop form factor–is convincing enough to forego a desktop Mac.Foundry The big picture is that my files are in the cloud, and that’s awesome. The details, though, are frustrating. Every time I go several days without using either computer, I find I’m spending time getting things back up to current while also waiting for Apple’s push notification server to alert me about everything that’s already been dealt with on other devices. So I decided maybe it was time to stop the madness. Things got better The release of the M4 Macs this fall really made me consider my options. While I decided that an M4 Pro Mac mini wouldn’t be enough of an upgrade over my M1 Max Mac studio, I started to wonder: What about an M4 Max MacBook Pro? After all, Apple’s newest laptops would be a quantum leap in performance over my formerly amazing desktop Mac. (Gone are the days when using a laptop requires a serious drop in performance.) And if I commit to the laptop lifestyle, I don’t need to worry about syncing all those miscellaneous directories and app settings because everywhere I go, I’ll be using the same Mac! Still: The fear of the bad old days. But being a laptop user in the era of Apple silicon is so much better than it was in the Intel years. Desktop Macs are awesome, but they’re also outliers. The vast majority of Macs in use are laptops. And in this era, Mac hardware and macOS itself are almost entirely focused on the laptop experience. My personal experience backs this up. I’d guess that in the last year, I’ve spent more time using my MacBook Air running in lid-closed mode attached to a Studio Display than I’ve used it as an actual laptop. And the experience has been great. I’ve noticed almost none of the weirdnesses that used to plague me. I am still blown away by the fact that when you plug in an external display, it just… turns on. There’s no weird blinking and flashing as everything resets and composes itself like there used to be. It really does just work. Peripherals have come a long way, too. Thunderbolt and USB-C docks make it much easier to create docking stations for laptops. In the bedroom I use as an office in the winter, I’ve got a Studio display with a USB-C dock attached to one of its ports, allowing me to chain off a microphone, keyboard, trackpad, and Stream Deck. Connecting to this setup requires a single Thunderbolt cable, which provides power and streams out data. It’s fantastic. Off I go After much fretting, I decided that I needed to admit to myself that the right decision was for me to become a one-Mac person again. And that means that a laptop is the right decision for me. Later this month, my M4 Max MacBook Pro will arrive, and I’ll begin the migration. Sure, I’ll probably need to invest in some more docks and cables in order to convert my Mac Studio desk into a MacBook Pro-friendly model. But I’ll also be down to a single computer that I can use anywhere, including when I travel. (I don’t love the extra weight the MacBook Pro has over the MacBook Air, but I’m willing to shoulder the burden–literally. And my daughter will finally be able to replace her Intel Air with something better.) Ten years as a desktop Mac user was a lot of fun. I had an iMac, iMac Pro, and Mac Studio, and I enjoyed them all. But like almost everyone else, I’ve found the pull of the laptop too strong to avoid. Even when sitting at a desk staring at a big monitor, the MacBook Pro seems like the right choice.10:53 amDumb question about User Defaults and custom suites isolation
I'm currently working on a Swift project where I register default values to two different UserDefaults suites: the standard suite and a custom suite. However, I'm seeing an unexpected (potentially correct) overlap between them. I've tried finding information in the docs about this but couldn't. Here's a simplified version of my code: import SwiftUI @main […]10:40 amHomePod with built-in screen now expected in late 2025
The much-rumored HomePod with a display has been delayed again, claims analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, but will include Apple Intelligence when it launches.An artist's rendition of a HomePod with a displayClaims of a HomePod with some kind of iPad-like screen affixed to it have been rumored for years, and most recently it's been referred to as a Home Hub. Kuo has repeatedly reported on its development, most recently claiming that it would be released in the first half of 2024."The mass production time of HomePod equipped with a screen has been delayed several times," writes Ming-Chi Kuo in his blog (in translation). "The first time was postponed from 2024... to 1Q25, and recently it was postponed to 2025 after WWDC/3Q25." Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:15 amChatGPT may incorporate ads into free subscription tier
As nifty and useful as ChatGPT, OpenAI’s popular chatbot, may be, the ad- free ride for its free version may be coming to an end. In an interview with the Financial Times, OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar didn’t rule out the possibility of showing ads to non-paying ChatGPT users in the future, although the company has […] Source10:00 amUS SMS Carrier Maintenance – Small US Carriers
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