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Back in October, Apple finally released an . It was the first update since 2021, when Apple first transitioned the iMac line to Apple Silicon. The iMac has long been iconic for Apple’s lineup as it was symbolic of Steve Jobs’ return to Apple and the beginning of its current dominance in the marketplace. Without the iMac, there would likely be no iPhone. Although the iMac is considered a “consumer device,” it’s been very popular in business applications because of its self-contained design. That’s why the latest update has been somewhat perplexing to me.
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Top Stories: iOS 17.2 Coming Soon, New iPads in Early 2024, and More Apple's final set of major operating system updates for 2023 appears to be right around the corner, with iOS 17.2 and related updates likely coming next week to deliver a number of new features and improvements.
This week also saw rumors about forthcoming updates for the iPad lineup and the MacBook Air, as well as the iPhone 16, so read on below for all the details on these stories and more!
iOS 17.2 Will Add These 12 New Features to Your iPhone
Following over a month of beta testing, Apple is expected to release iOS 17.2 to the public next week. The software update includes many new features and changes for the iPhone, including a Journal app, spatial video recording on iPhone 15 Pro models, improvements to the Messages and Weather apps, a Favorite Songs playlist in Apple Music, and more.
We've shared a list of 12 new features and changes in iOS 17.2 for those interested in learning more, but there's plenty of additional tweaks and improvements coming in the update as well.
Apple to Launch Two iPad Air and Two OLED iPad Pro Models Early Next Year
2023 is set to become the first calendar year with no new iPads released in the device's history. As a result of this hiatus, the entire iPad lineup is expected to be updated throughout 2024.
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple plans to release two new iPad Air models and update the iPad Pro line with OLED displays in March 2024. The iPad mini and entry-level iPad are expected to be updated later in the year.
New M3 MacBook Air Models Expected Around March 2024
In addition to new iPad Pro and iPad Air models, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman expects updated 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models with the M3 chip to launch around March 2024.
Apple already released 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chip options last month. These are Apple's first chips to be manufactured with TSMC's 3nm process for faster performance.
Kuo: iPhone 16 Models to Feature Upgraded Microphone for Improved Siri AI Experience
iPhone 16 models will feature a significantly upgraded microphone with a better signal-to-noise ratio and improved water resistance, according to Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
Kuo said the upgraded microphone could indicate that Apple plans to add more generative AI capabilities to Siri as a key selling point of the iPhone 16 models, which are expected to launch in September 2024.
'All-Screen' iPhone Under-Display Camera Enters Development
Apple supplier LG Innotek has started development of an under-display camera that could pave the way for an all-screen iPhone in the future, according to a report this week from South Korea's The Elec.
An all-screen iPhone would also require the TrueDepth sensors for Face ID to be moved under the display, and rumors suggest that Apple might achieve this goal starting with the iPhone 17 Pro in 2025.
iOS 17.2 Adds NameDrop-Like Feature for Sharing Boarding Passes, Movie Tickets, and More
Starting with iOS 17.2, there is a new NameDrop-like feature that allows an iPhone user to quickly share boarding passes, movie tickets, and other Wallet app passes with another iPhone user.
iOS 17.2 is currently in beta, and it is expected to be released to the public next week. The update also adds a Journal app, spatial video recording on iPhone 15 Pro models, several improvements to the Messages and Weather apps, a Favorite Songs playlist in Apple Music, and more.
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Each week, we publish an email newsletter like this highlighting the top Apple stories, making it a great way to get a bite-sized recap of the week hitting all of the major topics we've covered and tying together related stories for a big-picture view.
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The iPad doesn’t need a refresh–it needs a reboot Macworld
After a long and fruitless year, there is finally some hope for fans of the iPad. Following a false alarm in October, it now seems almost certain that Apple will kick off 2024 with some new iPads after, for the first time since the device debuted in 2010, finishing a calendar year with no launches or upgrades whatsoever.
The iPad’s inconsistency isn’t all that surprising. Arriving three years after the iPhone, many pundits believed it could go on to be even more successful than its predecessor, thanks to its larger screen and greater capabilities as a work machine. Following the tech logic that multiple specialist devices are always eventually replaced by versatile all-rounders, it was thought that consumers would stop carrying around a separate smartphone and laptop and just use a tablet. Despite an initial boom in sales, the iPad revolution never quite happened, and Apple’s tablet remains a relatively minor component of its annual revenue.
But that doesn’t mean Apple has given up on the iPad. The latest rumors say 2024 will be a big year for the Cupertino tablet, with new models, new features, and every line getting some kind of an update. Fourteen years after its debut, Apple has a rare opportunity to reboot the iPad and inject some real excitement into the tablet again. Provided, that is, Apple does exactly what I say.
Step 1: Simplify the range
The key here is simplicity because the iPad range at the moment is far too confusing. There are four separate lines available in Apple’s store, with one of these further subdivided by size and another available in two different generations. They all get updated on different (irregular) cycles and at different times, which means you never know when a model is going to be replaced, and the best choice for the average user (as I explain in this iPad Air review) is constantly changing. Apple has even committed the branding sin of calling one of its iPads simply “iPad,” so you don’t know whether someone is talking about the range as a whole or specifically its cheapest model.
The iPad Air should follow the MacBook Air and become the entry-level tablet.IDG
I write about iPads all the time and even I find the range baffling. How the average consumer is supposed to know which is which, and how to choose the right model for their needs, is beyond me.
So here’s the plan. We simplify things. From now on, there are just two iPad sub-brands, to match those of the MacBook: the iPad Pro and the iPad Air. The Pro models are costlier, more powerful, and fuller-featured, with a wider range of premium accessories, aimed at those who want to use them for work and getting things done. The Air models are cheaper, lighter, and more portable (more on that in a bit), and aimed at those who want to check their email and watch Netflix on the sofa.
If that seems like I’m not offering enough choice, note that there will still be some size variations. Like so:
iPad Air (8.3 inches)
iPad Air (11 inches)
iPad Pro (12.9 inches)
iPad Pro (14 inches)
Again, this is to mirror the MacBook range, where the Air models come in 13- and 15-inch sizes, and the Pros in 14 and 16 inches. It’s also to preserve the iPad mini form factor, which offers something different and will now be the cheapest model in the range. Most importantly, this removes the situation where someone looking for a mid-size iPad is faced with four different models and has no obvious way to tell which is best. In this system, it’s straightforward: do you want a basic or advanced iPad? And how big does it need to be? Easy.
This means that the two just-iPads will be retired and the iPad mini will need to get a little cheaper to fill the void. (I’m thinking $399 will do nicely.) Oh, and you may have heard that Apple is reportedly working on a larger iPad Air. Don’t do it, Apple! That will only make things more confusing, and won’t be part of our imaginary revamp.
Step 2: Normalize the update cycle
From now on, all of the iPads will be updated at the same predictable time. Customers should be aware that, just as new iPhones come out every fall, there will be new iPads every spring. Or, if that’s too frequent, then it could be an 18-month cycle that alternates between spring and fall. But Apple should establish a proper upgrade cycle in 2024 and stick to it in 2025.
It’s been more than five years—the iPad Pro needs a redesign.IDG
Step 3: Do a proper redesign
The iPad is difficult to get excited about, and part of that is related to the fact that it never really seems to change. We got the switch to a (sort of) all-screen design, starting with the 3rd-gen iPad Pro in 2018 and gradually diffused into the rest of the range, but there’s been little else for design buffs to get their teeth into.
So in 2024, whether it’s necessary or not from a functional point of view, we’re going to redesign the lot. First, we’ll have a proper all-screen design, with those fat bezels shrunk back and the front-facing sensors housed in a new Dynamic Island. Second, we’ll offer both Face ID, using the aforementioned sensors, and Touch ID in the power button on all models. Sure, it’s not needed, but each type of biometric input has its fans and we want to attract them all. (Also, each has its advantages in certain situations.)
And third, we’re going to make the iPad Air thinner. We’re aiming to emulate that “wow” moment when Steve Jobs pulled the first MacBook Air out of a manila envelope. We want people to be excited. The iPad Air isn’t simply going to be a crappier version of the iPad Pro; it will offer something different. It will focus on portability and power efficiency so that it’s easy to carry around but still lasts a long time between charges.
We love the iPad mini—but it should become part of the Air line.Foundry
Step 4: Give the iPad Pro specs to die for
Rumors suggest that Apple plans to replace the current LED (on the 11-inch model) and mini-LED (12.9-inch) iPad Pro screens with OLED, which provides superior quality, contrast, and power efficiency. It’s also understood that the 2024 iPad Pro will get an M3 processor. As the imaginary head of the iPad division, I will be following these rumors to the letter, because it’s vital that we really hammer home the Pro’s laptop-replacement capabilities: It’s a MacBook Pro in an iPad.
You’ll also note, in the screen dimensions listed above, that I like the popular rumor that Apple is about to bump the iPad Pro’s larger size to 14 inches. Again, this helps to make it more appealing as a work tool, so we’re going to action that one.
Step 5: Sort out the Apple Pencil
If you think the iPad range is confusing–and believe me, I do–then try to get your head around the Apple Pencil lineup. We’ll be simplifying things by ensuring that every iPad currently on sale is compatible with both the USB-C and 2nd-gen Pencils (including magnetic storage and charging), which will make customers’ decision far easier: it will come down to whether they want to pay more and get all the nice features, or pay less but not get pressure sensitivity. Then we can quietly discontinue the 1st-gen Pencil as soon as possible.
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What do you think about Swift’s decline in popularity? According to Tiobe Index, the usage rate decreased from 2.38 percent to 1.04 percent. Its popularity appears to have dropped by 70 percent. I started to wonder what the reason for this was, and the first thing that came to my mind was that programming is not native anymore, it is done as write once […]
Launched a resume builder app! Hey everyone this week I release a new app on the store it helps in formatting your resume. This is only the first version and more features will be added, as well as starting to support others platforms. Might be useful for devs like us looking for the next opportunity:) it’s totally free (for now). […]
Stocking stuffer alert — The Nix Mini 2, just $59.97, arrives in time if ordered by Dec 14 Macworld
Looking for some last-minute items to make the holidays as colorful as possible? Then the Nix Mini 2, offered with exclusive savings, might be the best thing going. Plus, if you order by December 14, you’re guaranteed to receive it by December 25, so it’s stress free, too.
The Nix Mini 2 is a small, handheld device that scans surfaces to determine its color to exacting precision. You just pair it to your phone, load up the app, and scan an object of your choosing. The Nix Mini 2 then reveals the color code of that object in sRGB, HEX, CMYK, or LAB codes so you can get paint that replicates it exactly.
If you love to redecorate, then the Nix Mini 2 is a must have. It comes pre-calibrated right out of the box so you don’t have to mess with any technical configurations or anything like that. And it works exceptionally well, which is why the Nix has received high marks from reviewers all over the web, including from the folks at Mashable and CNET.
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Seeking Apple’s Official UIKit Guidelines for Edge-to-Edge Display on Modern iPhones I recall that Apple released official UIKit guidelines for implementing edge-to-edge displays on iPhones without a home button (like the iPhone X), but I can't seem to find these guidelines now. For example, in my case, I simply changed the auto layout bottom constraint (for Collection View) from being relative to the safe area to […]
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Apple’s VP of iPhone and Apple Watch design is leaving the company In a big "blow to Apple, the VP of Product Design for the iPhone and Apple Watch is set to leave the company in February 2024.
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What's Next for the iPad Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil The iPad lineup is getting a major overhaul in 2024, with Apple introducing two new iPad Pro models and two new iPad Air models. To go along with the new iPads, Apple plans to debut updated versions of both the Magic Keyboard and the Apple Pencil.
Magic Keyboard
Apple is overhauling the Magic Keyboard, introducing a sturdier frame that's made from aluminum rather than the more malleable polyurethane material that the current version is crafted from.
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the aluminum design will allow an iPad and Magic Keyboard combo to more closely resemble one of Apple's MacBooks, which are also made from aluminum.
The frame and the area around the keyboard will be made from aluminum, while the exterior shell will have the same silicone cover material. Apple also plans to implement a larger trackpad that more closely resembles the trackpad of the MacBook to better mirror the experience of typing on and navigating on a Mac.
With Apple planning to adopt more premium materials for the Magic Keyboard, there is a chance that it could be more expensive than the current version, which is priced starting at $299.
Apple makes the Magic Keyboard in two sizes at the current time, and the accessory comes in either black or white. There hasn't been word on whether color options will change.
In 2024, the iPad Air is expected to come in both 10.9 and 12.9-inch sizes, while the next iPad Pro will be sized somewhere around 11.1 inches and 13 inches. The Magic Keyboards that Apple has in the works will likely fit both the iPad Pro and the iPad Air, as the current 11-inch Magic Keyboard works for the 11-inch iPad Pro and the 10.9-inch iPad Air.
Apple Pencil
While Apple introduced a USB-C Apple Pencil in November that is technically the third Apple Pencil to date, it is considered a lower-end, more affordable Apple Pencil because it lacks key features like pressure sensitivity.
Apple is working on a "true" third-generation Apple Pencil that will be a full successor to the second-generation model. There have been a few Apple Pencil rumors over the last three years, but it's not entirely clear what we can expect or if what we've heard is accurate at this point.
In June 2020, leaker Mr. White said that the next-generation Apple Pencil would be available in black and white, but this rumor has not been repeated since. All Apple Pencil models to date have been white.
Leaker Majin Bu said in October that the Apple Pencil could feature interchangeable magnetic tips for different activities like drawing, painting, and technical sketches, but that rumor was in reference to the now-released USB-C Apple Pencil and it may have been inaccurate.
Apple in 2020 patented a color sensing technology that would let the Apple Pencil sample colors from the environment, and that would be an interesting addition, but we don't know if that functionality will make it into an Apple Pencil.
Launch Date
The iPad Air and the iPad Pro are expected to get a refresh in early 2024, right around the March timeframe, so we could see the new Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil at the same time.
Apple is expected to hold a spring event to introduce the new iPads and possibly the accessories.Tags: Magic Keyboard, Apple PencilRelated Forum: iPad AccessoriesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple appears to have quietly shut down Beeper Mini, surprising no one Macworld
Just a two days ago we told you about Beeper Mini, an Android app that sends iMessages. Unlike other services that route your messages to a Mac server farm (which requires them having your login token), Beeper claimed to have reverse-engineered Apple’s iMessage routing system and could trick the servers into thinking that a message was coming from a real Apple product.
Beeper gets no login details and doesn’t run servers—they just made Apple’s iMessage servers think that messages from Beeper Mini were actually messages from Messages on an iPhone.
It worked great, and the company was quite confident that it was on the right side of the law and that Apple couldn’t easily block Beeper Mini without blocking real iPhones. It went so far as to open-source much of their code.
It appears that confidence was misplaced, as it took Apple all of two days to effectively shut the app down. As reported on TechCruch, messages on Beeper Mini have started getting errors that read “failed to lookup on server: lookup request timed out.” TechCrunch asked the Beeper CEO, Eric Migikovsky, about the possibility that Apple had found a way to break connection with their app and got the reply, “Yes, all data indicates that.”
Apple hasn’t issued any statements on the matter, and nobody yet seems to know exactly how it has managed to differentiate between authentic Apple devices and those running Beeper Mini. It’s not clear if there is anything Beeper can do to circumvent the block.
Which brings us full-circle, again, to those seeking to somehow enable iMessages on Android phones. Either you put your privacy and security at risk (as in the recent Nothing Chats / Sunbird disaster) or you rely on a hack that Apple is almost certainly going to shut down immediately.
If you want a better texting experience between your iPhone and those with Android phones, you’re going to have to wait until RCS comes to Apple devices later next year.
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Apple Computer Check Signed by Steve Jobs Sells for $46,000 A check signed by former Apple CEO and co-founder Steve Jobs sold for $46,063 at auction this week. Issued by "Apple Computer Company" in 1976, the $4.01 check was made out to electronics retailer RadioShack.
Jobs filled out the check on July 23, 1976, which was the time that he and Steve Wozniak were working on the Apple-1 computer. The two produced approximately 200 Apple-1 machines, 50 of which were sold to The Byte Shop in July 1976 and retailed for $666.66.
The RadioShack check lists a Palo Alto address for an answering service and mail drop off point that Jobs used while Apple was being run out of his parents' garage.
RR Auction expected the check to sell for at least $25,000, but it sold for more. Apple and Steve Jobs memorabilia has been fetching higher and higher prices in recent years.
Another check signed by Steve Jobs was put up for auction this week by Sothebys, and it too could sell for upwards of $40,000. The check predates Apple's April 1, 1976 founding date as it was written on March 28, 1976. It is one of a handful of checks issued to Jobs and Wozniak ahead of when they received their custom-printed Apple Computer Company checkbook.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Over-The-Air (OTA) Platform Maintenance for Super SIM THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 9, 01:00 PST - Dec 10, 02:00 PSTDec 8, 14:20 PSTScheduled - We are announcing a maintenance window scheduled Saturday December 9th starting at 1:00 AM PT with one of Super SIM's downstream partners involved in the delivery of over-the-air (OTA) updates. The window runs from December 10th 2:00 AM PT (25 hours). During this time it is expected that pending OTAs for Super SIMs to not complete. OTAs will remain queued and be available for Super SIMs to retrieve after the maintenance window. Network connectivity will not be impacted during this maintenance window. We will be actively monitoring services during this activity
Android iMessage app Beeper mini isn't working, and Apple probably killed it Just days after announcement, the Beeper app that (briefly) allowed for native iMessage communication on Android isn't working, and it appears that Apple already found a way to kill it.Beeper MiniAnnounced on Tuesday, Beeper Mini from Beeper is an Android app that is designed to work with Apple's iMessage platform. The change means an Android device user can now have a conversation with an iPhone user, with the Android device's messages appearing in blue instead of the tell-tale green speech bubble. Read more...
Beeper Mini’s blue bubble dream pops as Apple blocks app Well, that didn't last long. Apple seems to have blocked Android’s new iMessage app, Beeper Mini, that promised blue bubble messages…
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Holiday Deal Hub: Exclusive deals on the best accessories & apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac & more To kick-off the 2023 holiday season, 9to5Mac is bringing readers exclusive deals on some of our favorite accessories for iPhone, Mac and more, with our annual Holiday Deal Hub. That includes our featured deals: 40% off individual 1Password subscription plans and Topdon’s thermal camera for iPhone and iPad at $222 (Reg. $299) with code “TC002CODE“.
Read on for this year’s holiday deals for iPhone and Mac accessories, ranging from cases for MacBook and iPhone 15, to Apple Watch and MagSafe accessories, USB-C hubs, docks and more. We’ll also be highlighting some of our favorite discounts to help upgrade your workspace or home office.
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Apple Puts a Stop to Beeper Mini's iMessage for Android Feature Apple appears to have closed the loophole that Beeper Mini used to bring iMessage to Android, putting a stop to blue bubbles from Android devices. Beeper Mini quit working earlier today, with users receiving "failed to lookup on server: lookup request timed out" error messages.
Beeper said on Twitter that it is investigating the issue, but Beeper CEO Eric Migicovsky told TechCrunch that "all data" suggests that Apple has in fact found a way to stop Beeper Mini from working.
Introduced on Tuesday, Beeper Mini used reverse engineered iMessage protocols and encryption, taking advantage of Apple's own iMessage servers to allow Android users to send blue bubble iMessages to iPhone users. The app supported all iMessage functionality, including read receipts, typing indicators, reactions, and more.
Beeper Mini did not require an Apple ID, a departure from other, less secure iMessage on Android apps like Sunbird. The way Beeper Mini functioned was explained in-depth in a blog post, giving Apple insight into how it worked. Beeper Mini was using reverse engineering from security researcher jjtech, who also outlined his methodology and shared a proof-of-concept iMessage implementation on Github.
The app communicated directly with Apple's iMessage servers, and registered the phone numbers of Beeper users as iMessage users to allow for blue bubble access. After Beeper Mini's launch, there was immediate speculation that Apple would shut it down, but it was not clear if Apple would be able to do so given the way that it mimicked actual iMessage users.
Apple appears to have found a way, so this could be the end of Beeper Mini. Migicovsky told TechCrunch that the company will "evaluate options" to figure out what it means for the future of the app.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
This Apple Watch band’s secret weapon is a concealed wireless charger Why carry a separate cable when you can wear an Apple Watch charger on your wrist? The PowerBand comes with a built-in magnetic charger.
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React Native Adjust implementation throwing status code as 0 in iOS I am trying to implement the Adjust SDK in both Android and iOS. In Android it is working fine, but the same code not working on iOS.
Following is my Adjust integration but if I console log status, I am getting status value as 0
I thought this is because of the Emulator issue, then did the build and tried it on real device but still getting the same issue. I am not sure what I am missing here
var adjustEvent = new AdjustEvent("xyzabc");
Adjust.trackEvent(adjustEvent);
Adjust.updateConversionValue(6);
Adjust.getAppTrackingAuthorizationStatus((status) = > {
console.log("Authorization status = " + status);
});
Hands-on: Backbone One USB-C controller grip is a perfect gaming accessory for iPhone 15 Backbone just sent me one of its for iPhone 15 to check out, and it happened to arrive the same week that LEGO Fortnite launched. In what has to be the perfect opportunity to try out the new gaming accessory, I’ve been trying out the new release and have to say I’m finally sold on controller grips – especially ones as good as the Backbone One.
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M3 MacBook Pro vs M2: Everything that’s different and buyer’s guide The latest laptops are powered by the new M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max Apple Silicon. In addition to more powerful and efficient CPUs and GPUs, these MacBook Pro machines support up to 128GB of memory, have brighter screens, improved battery life, and a new Space Black finish. Follow along for an in-depth look at what’s different and new with the M3 MacBook Pro vs M2 MacBook Pro lineup plus buying advice.
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Apple exec in charge of iPhone and Apple Watch design to depart company in February The Apple executive in charge of product design for the iPhone and Apple Watch will be departing the company in February…
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Apple video demos how to use Find My to locate your gadgets Find My is built into most Apple devices, and helps you locate them if they go missing. Here's a video on how to use Apple’s device-tracking system.
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Review: Lock Socket is a clever way to keep iPhone chargers from disappearing Ever wish you could bolt down your iPhone or iPad charger to an outlet so it doesn’t walk away? A neat little accessory lets you do just that so we tested it out to see how it works. Read on for a hands-on look at the and iPad chargers.
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Apple Aims To Make a Quarter of the World's iPhones in India Apple and its suppliers aim to build more than 50 million iPhones in India annually within the next two to three years, with additional tens of millions of units planned after that, WSJ reported Friday, citing people familiar with the situation. From the report: If the plans are achieved, India would account for a quarter of global iPhone production and take further share toward the end of the decade. China will remain the largest iPhone producer. Apple has gradually boosted its reliance on India in recent years despite challenges including rickety infrastructure and restrictive labor rules that often make doing business harder than in China. Among other issues, labor unions retain clout even in business-friendly states and are pushing back on an effort by companies to get permission for 12-hour work days, which Apple suppliers find helpful during crunch periods.
Apple and its suppliers, led by Taiwan-based Foxconn Technology Group, generally believe the initial push into India has gone well and are laying the groundwork for a bigger expansion, say people involved in the supply chain. Apple is emblematic of a move among companies worried about overdependence on China to move parts of their supply chains elsewhere, most often to Southeast Asia and South Asia. Diplomatic efforts by the U.S. and its allies to block Beijing's access to advanced technology and strengthen ties with New Delhi have accelerated the trend.
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Apple Aims To Make a Quarter of the World's iPhones in India Apple and its suppliers aim to build more than 50 million iPhones in India annually within the next two to three years, with additional tens of millions of units planned after that, WSJ reported Friday, citing people familiar with the situation. From the report: If the plans are achieved, India would account for a quarter of global iPhone production and take further share toward the end of the decade. China will remain the largest iPhone producer. Apple has gradually boosted its reliance on India in recent years despite challenges including rickety infrastructure and restrictive labor rules that often make doing business harder than in China. Among other issues, labor unions retain clout even in business-friendly states and are pushing back on an effort by companies to get permission for 12-hour work days, which Apple suppliers find helpful during crunch periods.
Apple and its suppliers, led by Taiwan-based Foxconn Technology Group, generally believe the initial push into India has gone well and are laying the groundwork for a bigger expansion, say people involved in the supply chain. Apple is emblematic of a move among companies worried about overdependence on China to move parts of their supply chains elsewhere, most often to Southeast Asia and South Asia. Diplomatic efforts by the U.S. and its allies to block Beijing's access to advanced technology and strengthen ties with New Delhi have accelerated the trend.
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Apple Aims To Make a Quarter of the World's iPhones in India Apple and its suppliers aim to build more than 50 million iPhones in India annually within the next two to three years, with additional tens of millions of units planned after that, WSJ reported Friday, citing people familiar with the situation. From the report: If the plans are achieved, India would account for a quarter of global iPhone production and take further share toward the end of the decade. China will remain the largest iPhone producer. Apple has gradually boosted its reliance on India in recent years despite challenges including rickety infrastructure and restrictive labor rules that often make doing business harder than in China. Among other issues, labor unions retain clout even in business-friendly states and are pushing back on an effort by companies to get permission for 12-hour work days, which Apple suppliers find helpful during crunch periods.
Apple and its suppliers, led by Taiwan-based Foxconn Technology Group, generally believe the initial push into India has gone well and are laying the groundwork for a bigger expansion, say people involved in the supply chain. Apple is emblematic of a move among companies worried about overdependence on China to move parts of their supply chains elsewhere, most often to Southeast Asia and South Asia. Diplomatic efforts by the U.S. and its allies to block Beijing's access to advanced technology and strengthen ties with New Delhi have accelerated the trend.
Read more of this story at Slashdot.
Apple's vice president of product design leaving in February Tang Tan, Apple's vice president of product design, is leaving the company in February, marking another high-level departure in recent history. Apple's vice president of product design leaving in February Sources in the company say that the departure is a blow to the company. Tang was responsible for making critical decisions about many of Apple's products and had substantial influence over the design of iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods products. Read more...
Apple's Hardware Engineering Group Faces Restructuring as iPhone Product Design VP Departs Apple vice president of iPhone and Apple Watch product design Tang Tan is departing the company in a move that will lead to changes in the hardware engineering group, reports Bloomberg. Tan, who reports to Apple's senior vice president of hardware engineering John Ternus, is set to leave Apple in February.
Tan's exit from the company will see several employees that work under Ternus and Tan receiving expanded roles. Head of iPhone product design Richard Dinh will take over iPhone development for Tan and will report directly to Ternus, while Mac hardware engineering vice president Kate Bergeron will handle Apple Watch design.
Tan also oversaw accessory design and the acoustics team that develops the AirPods, with those two groups being handed over to Matthew Costello, the former chief operating officer of Beats. Costello is in already in charge of Beats and the HomePod.
Apple employees that spoke to Bloomberg have called Tan's departure "a blow" because he is responsible for making critical decisions about the iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. His team has control over product features and design.
News of Tan's departure comes just a few days after Bloomberg reported that Steve Hotelling, an Apple hardware VP, is set to retire. Hotelling leads the camera engineering team and has worked on Face ID, Touch ID, haptic feedback, ProMotion, and other key Apple technologies.Tags: Bloomberg, Mark GurmanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Beeper Mini, days after launch, seems to be broken with iMessage not sending or receiving Beeper Mini launched on Tuesday with the promise of bringing secure iMessage to Android, and indeed it worked wonderfully. However, less than a week later, the app seems to be broken.
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Apple’s chief iPhone and Apple Watch designer leaving the company Apple’s head of iPhone and Apple Watch design is departing the company, according to a new report from Bloomberg. Tang Tan, who currently holds the title of VP of product design at Apple, will leave the company in February, the report says.
This has prompted a “shake-up to the company’s most critical product lines.”
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iOS 17.2 delivers NameDrop-like capability to Wallet app for sharing tickets, boarding passes, and more Apple's iOS 17.2, currently in beta, but expected to be released to the public soon, delivers a new NameDrop-like feature to the Wallet app…
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Advice to buy a Mac for xCode Hi, everybody. I'm developing my first flutter app and discovered that for testing the iOS app I need xCode and for that I need a Mac. I'm between two choices and hopefully someone could advice me which would be a better choice. Apple MacBook Pro 13,3 Retina M2 8GB 256GB and Apple MacBook Air 13,6 […]
In between space disasters, emotional thrusters propel For All Mankind [Apple TV+ recap] ★★★☆☆ In "For All Mankind" season 4, episode 3, nobody dies in space -- even with heartstrings fluttering in the void and a massive F-bomb going off.
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Is there a way to further optimize this CoreData write operation? I have the following CoreData write operation code static func _update(context: NSManagedObjectContext, entityName: String, objectID: NSManagedObjectID, propertiesToUpdate: [AnyHashable : Any]) -> Bool { do { var updatedObjectIDs : [NSManagedObjectID] = [] let batchUpdateRequest = NSBatchUpdateRequest(entityName: entityName) batchUpdateRequest.predicate = NSPredicate(format: "self = %@", objectID) batchUpdateRequest.propertiesToUpdate = propertiesToUpdate batchUpdateRequest.resultType = .updatedObjectIDsResultType let batchUpdateResult = try context.execute(batchUpdateRequest) as? […]
App promotion through Google and Facebook ads Hello devs, I am an indie dev looking to run ad campaigns to promote my iOS app. I am currently thinking of promoting via Google Ads and Facebook ads. Apple search ads is not an option as they are asking for some business ID which I don’t have. I am currently inclined to start with […]
Tempomind is my first iOS app Hello, I am excited to share that I have started a new journey and developed my first mobile app. My app 'TempoMind' is a tool focused on personal development and self-awareness. I am sending you a sincere invitation to download and try it out. It would be invaluable to me if you support me by […]
HomeKit Weekly: HomeKit gift guide for 2023 Christmas shopping is in full swing and you’ve got just a few days left to get your online orders in or you’ll be running out to the stores for your last-minute items. HomeKit accessories are some of the best items you can give to an Apple fan because people always need more of them! For this week’s HomeKit Weekly, here is a HomeKit gift guide for 2023.
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Apple distributes second tvOS 17.2 release candidate Developers can now try out the the second release candidate of tvOS 17.2, as the current beta cycle process starts to wind down.Developers participating in the beta can pick up the latest builds via the Apple Developer Center, or by updating any Apple TV set-top boxes that are currently running the beta. Public beta builds tend to appear a short time after the developer counterparts, and the public can sign up for testing via the Apple Beta Software Program website.The second release candidate beta is build number 21K365, while the first release candidate released just days ago had build number 21K364. Friday's build also includes a second release candidate of HomePod software as well. Read more...
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Apple issues second release candidate build for tvOS 17.2 beta It looks like we have more release candidate version 2 updates upon us. tvOS 17.2 RC 2 for Apple TV has just arrived alongside the second RC version of the upcoming HomePod software update. We’ll update our coverage if/when iOS 17.2 reaches RC 2 as well.
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Apple Seeds Second tvOS 17.2 Release Candidate to Developers Apple today seeded the second release candidate version of an upcoming tvOS 17.2 to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming several days after the first tvOS 17.2 RC.
Registered developers are able to download the tvOS 17.2 update by opting in to the beta through the Settings app on the Apple TV. A registered developer account is required.
tvOS updates are often minor in scale compared to other operating system updates, focusing primarily on bug fixes and smaller improvements rather than notable outward-facing changes, but tvOS 17.2 introduces an overhauled Apple TV app.
The app now includes a sidebar that houses content from both Apple's services and streaming services that integrate with the tvOS Watch Now feature. There are dedicated sections for Search, Watch Now, Apple TV+, MLS Season Pass, Sports, the Store, and the Library at the top of the sidebar, along with dedicated sections for streaming services like ABC, CBS, Comedy Central, Hulu, ESPN, Discovery, Peacock, Prime Video, and more.
You can click into each streaming service to see content that's available specifically on that service, and there's also a new My TV section that replaces "My Channels."
In the prior RC, Apple began the process of sunsetting the iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Show apps. Attempting to use these apps redirects customers to the Apple TV app for movie and TV show purchases. In the future, Apple plans to remove these apps, leaving the Apple TV app as the hub for viewing and purchasing content.
Apple has also released a new release candidate for the HomePod 17.2 software. Both tvOS 17.2 and HomePod 17.2 are expected to be released next week alongside iOS 17.2. Related Roundup: Apple TVBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Neutral)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
iOS Dev Weekly – Issue 639 – Dec 8th 2023 Comment
You’ll almost certainly have seen links to the new mlx repository during this week. It’s a new project from a machine learning research group inside Apple, so it makes sense that the repository description is “An array framework for Apple silicon”. That’s certainly a description written by a research group rather than a marketing department, especially when you look into what it does.
The examples repository shows more of what it’s capable of, with samples covering transformer language models, LLaMA, LoRA, Stable Diffusion, and OpenAI’s Whisper. There’s also a quick start guide and more documentation if you want to explore further.
Why is this significant? We have all those things already, right? We do, but think about how and where Apple likes to do most of its AI processing: On-device.
This library is optimised for Apple Silicon chips, and speeding up AI models on the devices we have in our pockets, on our wrists, in our ears, on our desks, and coming soon to our faces is essential if Apple wants to continue processing most data locally. It isn’t how other companies approach AI, but it makes perfect sense that it would be how Apple looks at it, given their history and marketing around privacy.
I know nothing about Apple’s plans, but it makes a lot of sense that whatever they do will be primarily (or entirely) on-device, and this repository is one clue that this remains important to them. 🕵️
Dave Verwer
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News
Xcode Cloud remaining free for 25 hours/month
When Xcode Cloud first launched, Apple promised 25 hours per month of free usage until the end of 2023. It’s December, so you might have been expecting a bill or started making alternative arrangements, but there’s no need for either! What started as an introductory offer is now the free tier for Xcode Cloud. That’s good news by anyone’s standards!
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Tools
Marin's Side Project Tools from 2023
Want to play with a new developer tool? Marin Todorov has a round-up of all the side projects he has worked on this year. Unfortunately, my favourite idea on the list, MarkPlayground, doesn’t seem to be available anywhere, which is a shame as it solves a problem I occasionally have. I also like the idea of Breadcrumbs, and that's available, as are most of the others!
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How to customize the macOS About Panel in SwiftUI
It’s nice that Mac apps have a standard “About” box that automatically picks up the version, build number, app name, and icon. But if you want to do more (no, not this much), do you need to start from scratch? Daniel Saidi shows us how to customise rather than replace.
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Exploring accessibility regulations and guidelines
We can all agree it’s a good idea to make your apps accessible, but are you doing enough to meet the requirements of the countries you are selling your apps in? Domenico De Luca and Pasquale Vittoriosi look at some of the regulations around the world and how you can check your compliance with them.
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AsyncStream in the real world
I’ve said it many times, but I love a blog post that’s so clearly drawn from real-world experience as this one from Damian Mehers is. It’s a short post covering how he used Atomics and ManagedAtomic from swift-atomics to tame PhotoKit.
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Design
The power of the 8-Point Grid Guide
Nested views that all have rounded corners can be tricky to get right, but is there an easy solution to determine how rounded the inner views should be? Of course there is! David Yang explains.
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Videos
Discover the Journaling Suggestions API
Apple’s new journalling app is almost in the hands of millions of people. Is your app going to suggest things they could write about? There’s an API for that, as René Aguirre Ramos from Apple explains in this new Tech Talk.
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Morgan Stanley ups Apple target price to $220 Morgan Stanley have raised their target price for Apple from $210 to $220 based on their outlook for Services, iPhone 15 gross margins…
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Happy birthday, AirPods Max. You deserve better. Three years ago today, Apple unveiled its first over-ear headphones with the introduction of AirPods Max. I can’t say today marks a very exciting birthday. The AirPods Max really do deserve to be treated better than the neglect we’ve seen so far.
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Threads is coming to the EU next week, Instagram teases Threads is coming to the EU next week on December 14, according to a pair of teasers quietly launched by Instagram today. As spotted by The Verge, there’s a new countdown timer on the Threads website in the European Union, as well as a new “ticket” in the Instagram app teasing the launch.
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Apple Podcasts coming to Tesla EVs in Holiday Update Tesla drivers will soon have access to the Apple Podcasts app to help keep them entertained on long drives.
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Apple plans to make a quarter of global iPhone production in India within 2-3 years Apple and its assemblers are looking to build more than 50 million iPhones in India annually within the next two to three years, with…
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Daily deals Dec. 8: 15″ MacBook Air $1,099, $200 off M2 Pro Mac mini, 67% off Google Nest WiFi Router, more Today's top deals include an Apple Pencil for $79.99, a 16" M1 MacBook Pro for $1,200, 36% off a Dyson Hot + Cool Jet Focus heater and fan, 49% off a Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum, 77% off a Kodak Mini water resistant wireless speaker, and more.Save $200 on an M2 MacBook AirThe AppleInsider crew searches the internet for unbeatable deals at online stores to create a list of top-notch discounts on popular tech products, including deals on iPhones, TVs, accessories, and other gadgets. We post our top finds daily to help you get more bang for your buck. Read more...
Fill everyone’s stockings with this 4-pack of AirTags for $80 Macworld
At just $29 each, AirTags aren’t just a great way to keep tabs on things that aren’t made by Apple, they’re also one of the cheapest things Apple sells. And today they’re even cheaper: Amazon is selling a four-pack of AirTags for $80, a savings of $20 and one of the best prices we’ve ever seen.
AirTags are small circular Bluetooth trackers that add Find My support to keys, wallets, and other non-Apple items. They connect to the app just like an iPhone or MacBook and alert you when something is left behind. Most importantly, if something with an AirTag is lost or stolen, you can use the vast Find My network to find it. They’re small enough to pop into a pocket or a small bag, but you’ll need a case with a keyring if you want to attach one to something.
This deal brings the price of each AirTag down to just $20, so if you’re looking for a last-minute gift, go grab a pack before the price shoots back up.
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Apple Watch Ultra 2 Hits New Record Low Price of $699, Alongside Series 9 and SE Sales Amazon has a few big discounts on Apple Watch today, headlined by a new all-time low price on the Apple Watch Ultra 2. Many of these watches can be delivered by Christmas, with delivery dates around the middle of next week for most models.
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Apple Watch Ultra 2
Starting with the Apple Watch Ultra 2, Amazon has the new 2023 wearable for $699.00, down from $799.00. This is the first time we've ever tracked a $100 discount on the Apple Watch Ultra 2, and it's only available in the Green/Grey Trail Loop right now.
Note: You won't see the deal price until checkout.
$100 OFFApple Watch Ultra 2 for $699.00
Note that you will need to clip an on-page coupon worth $50 in order to see the final $699.00 price tag at the checkout screen. There are a few Apple Watch Ultra 2 models at $729.99 on Amazon, which is a solid second-best price.
Apple Watch Series 9
Amazon also has a few Apple Watch Series 9 devices on sale. You can get the 41mm GPS device for $309.99 in Midnight Aluminum, down from $399.00. That's an all-time low price that's even beating the sales we tracked over Black Friday.
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$89 OFFApple Watch Series 9 (41mm GPS) for $309.99
Only the 41mm GPS Midnight Aluminum color is available at this record low price, but you can still shop quite a few second-best prices if you prefer other colors. You'll find these at $329.99, although some may arrive after Christmas.
For 45mm GPS options, you can get two colors for $339.99, down from $429.00. These are all-time low prices that are again beating Black Friday deals, and both Midnight and Silver Aluminum are available to deliver before Christmas.
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$89 OFFApple Watch Series 9 (45mm GPS) for $339.99 Apple Watch SE
Finally, low prices have also returned to the Apple Watch SE. You can get the 40mm GPS model for $199.00 in multiple colors, down from $249.00. The 44mm GPS model is on sale for $229.00, down from $279.00.
$50 OFFApple Watch SE (40mm GPS) for $199.00
$50 OFFApple Watch SE (44mm GPS) for $229.00
Our full Deals Roundup has more information on the latest Apple-related sales and bargains.Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
The MacRumors Show: Is Apple One Worth It? Following the recent Apple One price hike, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show we take a closer look at Apple's subscription bundle and each of the services within it.
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Apple One is a bundle of Apple subscription services available at a lower overall price. The "Individual" plan includes iCloud+ (50GB), Apple TV+, Apple Music, and Apple Arcade. The "Family" plan adds 150GB of iCloud storage and the ability to share with up to five people, while the "Premier" plan adds 1.8TB of iCloud storage, Apple Fitness+, and Apple News+. The recent price rises for the bundles are as follows:Individual: $16.95 per month → $19.95 per month
Family: $22.95 per month → $25.95 per month
Premier: $32.95 per month → $37.95 per month
We discuss our feelings about each of the individual services included in the bundle, looking at our personal experiences, what we like about each of them, and where they could improve. We ultimately weigh up whether Apple One is worth it and ponder what new Apple services could be on the horizon, such as Apple Books+, Apple Podcasts+, and Apple Health+.
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Apple Watch Ultra 2 now $69 off, Beats Studio Buds+ $130, Belkin’s new 15W MagSafe stand $100, more Friday has a fresh batch of discounts live in the Apple world, with a chance to wrap up Apple Watch Ultra 2 under your Christmas tree for less at $730. As nice as this $69 discount is, there’s additional savings to be had as the Beats Studio Buds+ fall down to $130 in a new come in a new Cosmic Silver design. Plus, the first discount yet is live on Belkin’s new BoostCharge Pro 15W 2-in-1 MagSafe stand as it hits $100. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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Get festive with holiday desktop wallpaper [Setups] It's that time of year again. Light up your computer and gadget displays with whatever wallpaper warms your heart this season.
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Apple preps USB-C Magic Keyboard, Mouse, and Trackpad for spring 2024 Apple's Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad will reportedly move from Lightning to USB-C in the spring of 2024…
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CdkeySales Black Friday Sale extended: Windows 10 Pro for $16, Office 2019 for $46 You thought Black Friday ended in November? Pshaw. CdkeySales' Black Friday Sale still offers awesome deals on Microsoft Office and Windows.
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Morgan Stanley boosts Apple price to $220 over AI and Vision Pro Investment analysts at Morgan Stanley have raised their target price for Apple based on the outlook for Services, iPhone 15 gross margins, and high consumer interest in Vision Pro.An Apple Store logoMorgan Stanley's last target price change was a $5 drop from $215 to to $210 in October, where its analysts cited supply issues with the iPhone 15 Pro. Read more...
Apple wins AFI Awards for ‘The Morning Show’ and ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Apple’s global hit series “The Morning Show” and award-winning film “Killers of the Flower Moon” on Thursday were honored by the American…
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Apple Watch Ultra 2 gets a big discount ahead of Christmas You can get the Apple Watch Ultra 2 at its all-time low price after a hefty $69 discount with delivery before Christmas.
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Everyone’s favorite iPhone is now vintage Macworld
Back in March 2016, Apple unveiled a new iPhone that was an instant classic. It had the body of an iPhone 5S (which was retired the prior September when the iPhone 6 arrived) but with the latest A9 chip, a better camera, and an affordable $399 price tag. It was the first truly budget iPhone and millions of people bought one and held onto it as long as they could.
If you still have one, congratulations, you now have an Apple device that’s officially vintage. Apple products are considered vintage when Apple stopped distributing them for sale more than five and less than seven years ago. Apple stopped selling the original iPhone SE in September 2018 when the iPhone XS arrived. When Apple moves a product to its vintage list, it means that while it can still be repaired, parts may be difficult to find.
Apple’s vintage list is the first step before declaring products obsolete. Products are declared obsolete after they haven’t been on sale for seven years, at which point Apple discontinues all hardware service.
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Best Buy's New Weekend Sale Has Record Low Prices on MacBook Pro and MacBook Air Best Buy's month-long holiday sale continues this weekend with multiple all-time low prices on Apple's line of MacBook Pro and MacBook Air computers. In addition to Apple notebooks, Best Buy's event has discounts sitewide on home appliances, TVs, video games, and more.
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MacBook Pro
Apple's 512GB 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro is available for $1,399.00, down from $1,599.00. The prices in this article reflect final deal prices applied for My Best Buy Plus or My Best Buy Total members. If you're not a member, you can sign up on Best Buy's website starting at $49.99/year for My Best Buy Plus.
Non-members can still purchase the notebook at a solid second-best price, which Amazon is matching. For the 512GB 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro, that means you can get it on Amazon for $1,449.00 in both Space Gray and Silver.
$200 OFF14-inch MacBook Pro (M3 512GB) for $1,399.00
Secondly, Best Buy has the 1TB 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro for $1,549.00, down from $1,799.00. This one is a new all-time low price at $250 off, and it's again only available for My Best Buy Plus and My Best Buy Total members.
$250 OFF14-inch MacBook Pro (M3 1TB) for $1,549.00
Similar to the 512GB model, B&H Photo has the 1TB 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro at a second-best price of $1,599.00 in Space Gray. This is also the same price that you'll find on Best Buy if you aren't a My Best Buy Plus or Total member.
MacBook Air
Apple's 13-inch M1 MacBook Air is available for $749.99, down from $999.00. Similar to the previous sales, you'll need to be a My Best Buy Plus/Total member in order to see this deal. You'll find the same price on Amazon with the on-page coupon.
$250 OFF13-inch M1 MacBook Air (256GB) for $749.99
Keep up with all of this week's best discounts on Apple products and related accessories in our dedicated Apple Deals roundup.Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Apple planning ‘spring 2024’ USB-C refresh for Mac peripherals One of the surprises during Apple’s October event was the lack of USB-C updates for Mac peripherals. A new rumor this week says that Apple is instead planning this change for spring 2024.
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iPhone 16 microphone upgrade tapped to ‘significantly’ improve Siri Macworld
According to a new report from the widely respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the iPhone 16 will feature a hardware upgrade in an unexpected area: the microphone array.
Writing on Medium Thursday, Kuo reflected on the growing importance of artificial intelligence-generated content, or AIGC, and noted that “it is not difficult to predict that the iPhone 16 will offer relevant innovative features.” Apple’s main AI-related venture is Siri, its divisive voice-activated assistant, and Kuo said he expects the company to focus on improving Siri’s “hardware and software features and specifications.”
It feels like the software is what needs more work, namely Siri’s tendency to guess when not given full information and to get those guesses wildly wrong. (Fail to specify one of several available recordings of a song, for example, and Siri has an irritating habit of playing an obscure live track instead of the logically obvious single version.) But in his report, Kuo focuses instead on “a significant upgrade in microphone specifications” in the iPhone 16, which should at least give Siri more accurate information about the user’s requirements in the first place. Specifically, the result (other than a big increase in the cost of the component) will be “a better signal-to-noise ratio to improve the Siri experience significantly.”
I’m a little skeptical about this; better microphones, by themselves, won’t fix Siri’s many problems. In the example I discuss above, crystal-clear microphones would ensure it can accurately hear me saying “Play ‘Nobody Does It Better’ by Carly Simon,” but it picked that up already; what Siri needs is the brains to extrapolate from that sentence the unstated but obvious additional information that I want the version of the song from “The Spy Who Loved Me.” Audio fidelity doesn’t strike me as the limiting factor on Siri’s efficacy.
Sometimes it’s easier to worry about the deckchair layout than the hole in the side of the ship, but in this case, there is hope that Apple wants to deal with both. As Kuo points out, the microphone spec bump speaks to a wider interest in delivering a better Siri experience, and “could indicate that Apple expects to integrate more AI/AIGC capabilities into Siri as a key selling point of the iPhone 16.” Let’s hope so.
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Apple Report Finds Steep Increase in Data Breaches, Ransomware Data breaches and ransomware attacks are getting worse. Some 2.6 billion personal records have been exposed in data breaches over the past two years and that number continues to grow, according to a new report commissioned by Apple. From a report: Apple says the escalating intrusions, combined with increases in ransomware means the tech industry needs to move toward greater use of encryption. According to the report, prepared by MIT professor emeritus Stuart E. Madnick:
1. Data breaches in the US through the first nine months of the year are already 20% higher than for all of 2022.
2. Nearly 70 percent more ransomware attacks were reported through September 2023, than in the first three quarters of 2022.
3. Americans and those in the UK topped the list of those most targeted in ransomware attacks in 2023, followed by Canada and Australia. Those four countries accounted for nearly 70% of reported ransomware attacks.
4. One in four people in the US had their health data exposed in a data breach during the first nine months of 2023.
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USB-C Magic Keyboard, Mouse, and Trackpad Could Arrive in Spring 2024 Apple's Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad could finally switch from Lightning to USB-C in the spring of 2024.
The rumor, originating from Weibo user "Instant Digital," suggests that all three of Apple's Lightning-based peripherals designed for the Mac could receive an upgrade in the spring. It is unclear if the accessories will have any changes beyond the switch to USB-C. They still look largely the same as they did when they received their last major update in October 2015, although there have been some minor revisions over the years, including a switch to braided cables, and new color options that are only available with the 24-inch iMac. Apple also released a Magic Keyboard with a Touch ID button in 2021.
While the Magic Mouse lasts around a month or longer between charges, the position of the Lightning port on the bottom of the accessory has been a point of contention in the Apple community for many years, as it prevents it from being used while charging. It is unclear if the USB-C port on the new version will be placed in a more convenient location.
Ever since Apple began transitioning from Lightning to USB-C, the port change on its peripherals has been widely anticipated. Despite rumors suggesting that the switch would occur with the release of the company's new iMacs in October, no such change occurred and all three accessories continue to sport a Lightning port for charging and pairing.
Apple's decision to leave the accessories unchanged is notable because the company has otherwise progressively been moving to USB-C. The entire iPhone 15 lineup, all latest-generation iPad models, the Siri Remote for Apple TV, second-generation AirPods Pro, and new Apple Pencil all now feature a USB-C port. Other than the three peripherals that accompany the iMac, the only latest-generation Apple devices that still have a Lightning port are the AirPods, AirPods Max, and iPhone SE.
Spring officially runs from March to May. An update to the various "Magic" Mac accessories in this time frame would be unusual, given that the iMac was refreshed just five to seven months earlier, but it is not out of the question. Apple is rumored to be planning several product releases for the spring, including new iPads and Macs, and potentially its Vision Pro headset.
Instant Digital has a mixed track record in terms of revealing accurate information about Apple's plans. The source was first to report the iPhone 14's Yellow spring refresh, Spatial Video on the iPhone 15 Pro, and the Apple Watch Series 9's minor refresh, as well as the only rumor claiming that the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus would feature frosted back glass. However, they also have made claims about several iOS 17 features and the release of a new iPad Air in October 2023 that did not pan out.Tags: USB-C, Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, Setsuna DigitalThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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iPhone 16 microphones, Apple Watch flashlight, and Emergency SOS on the AppleInsider Podcast This week, we're all being spied on — a little — while some sources are hearing news about iPhone 16 microphones, and others are having their lives saved by Emergency SOS on their iPhones.Hosts William Gallagher and Wes Hilliard get into the good and bad of Stage Manager plus the good and great of Mac versus iPad, before remembering that there is news about governments spying on us, about what the iPhone 16 will do with better microphones, and more.Listen to the latest AppleInsider podcast. Read more...
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