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- 03:24 pmHomebridge 2.0 lets more smart devices work with Apple Home
Now that open-source Homebridge 2.0 adds Matter support, longtime fans and new users can expand devices they use with Apple's ecosystem. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:23 pmYUL (Montréal) on 2026-05-07
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT May 7, 08:00 - 12:00 UTCMay 5, 14:59 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in YUL (Montréal) datacenter on 2026-05-07 between 08:00 and 12:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.03:21 pmIs anyone else having issues with their app icon appearance in iOS 26? I turned off effects in icon composer. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingIs anyone else having issues with their app icon appearance in iOS 26? I turned off effects in icon composer.
Is anyone else running into issues with their app icon appearance in iOS 26? I'm using icon composer and turned off all the effects, but the app icon is still a very dull saturation when loaded into the app. Has anyone else dealt with this? I can't show an example as coworkers would easily spot […]03:17 pmiOS 27: Seven new features are being announced next month
Apple will unveil iOS 27 next month on June 8 during WWDC’s kickoff. Here are seven new iPhone features rumored to be coming in iOS 27. more…03:12 pmHow did you phone verify your developer account?
Really in a bind here since I can't use VOIP, it won't let me use my phone number, and it's not like I want to use a disposable number.. How did you do this? Should I just get an esim and call it a sunk cost? submitted by /u/Smacpats111111 [link] [comments]03:08 pmApple’s iPhone 17 is best-selling smartphone worldwide in Q126
Apple's iPhone 17 was the world’s best-selling smartphone in Q1 2026, capturing 6% of global unit sales, according to Counterpoint Research's… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:06 pmToday only: Grab Apple's 1TB 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro for $1,949
Today only, grab a $250 discount on Apple's M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro, matching the lowest price on record for the 2026 laptop.Grab the lowest price on record today only for the M5 Pro MacBook Pro - Image credit: AppleApple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo is beating Amazon's price today with a flash deal on the standard 2026 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Pro chip, dropping the price to $1,949.Buy M5 Pro MacBook Pro for $1,949 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:00 pm'Notepad++ For Mac' Release Is Disavowed By the Creator of the Original
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica, written by Andrew Cunningham: As its name implies, the venerable Notepad++ text editor began as a more capable version of the classic Windows Notepad, with features such as line numbering and syntax highlighting. It was created in 2003 by Don Ho, who continues to be its primary author and maintainer, and it has been a Windows-exclusive app throughout its existence (older Notepad++ versions support OSes as old as Windows 95; the current version officially supports everything going back to Windows 7). I'm not a devoted user of the app, but I was aware of its history, which is why I was surprised to see news of a "Notepad++ for Mac" port making the rounds last week, as though it were a port of the original available from the Notepad++ website. Apparently, this news surprised Ho as well, who claims that the Mac version and its author, Andrey Letov, are "using the Notepad++ trademark (the name) without permission." "This is misleading, inappropriate, and frankly disrespectful to both the project and its users," Ho wrote. "It has already fooled people -- including tech media -- into believing this is an official release. To be crystal clear: Notepad++ has never released a macOS version. Anyone claiming otherwise is simply riding on the Notepad++ name." Ho repeatedly asked the developer to stop using the brand and eventually reported the trademark use to Cloudflare, the CDN of the Notepad++ for Mac site. "Every day that website remains active, you are in further violation of the law," Ho wrote. "I cannot authorize a 'week or two' of continued trademark infringement." Letov has since begun rebranding the app as "NextPad++," though the old branding and URL reportedly remained available. The name changes is "an homage to NeXT Computer," notes Ars, "and uses a frog icon rather than the Notepad++ lizard." Read more of this story at Slashdot.02:58 pmToday in Apple history: iTunes hits 1 million downloads in first week
On May 5, 2003, just a week after launching the iTunes Music Store, Apple reached an incredible milestone with more than 1 million songs sold. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:56 pmwatchOS 26.5 Fixes Two Apple Watch Bugs
watchOS 26.5 fixes two Apple Watch bugs, according to Apple's release notes for the update, which is expected to be released next week. Apple fixed bugs in the Messages and Workout apps:• Fixes an issue where Messages on Apple Watch may use SMS instead of iMessage when paired with a dual SIM iPhone • Fixes an issue where Workout app audio alerts could fail to play if the phone was not nearby Apple WatchThe notes also mention the new Pride Luminance watch face available on watchOS 26.5. The watch face has a customizable layout and colors. Given that the watchOS 26.5 Release Candidate was seeded this week, it is likely that Apple will make the update available to all users next week.Related Roundups: Apple Watch 11, watchOS 26Buyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Neutral)Related Forum: Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:40 pmwatchOS 26.5 adds a colorful new Apple Watch face with these customization options
Apple Watch is gaining a new watch face with the watchOS 26.5 software update. The new option is an analog watch face with a wide range of personalization options. It can be as colorful or as monochromatic as you’d like. more…02:36 pmApple Says iOS 26.5 Adds Three New Features to Your iPhone
iOS 26.5 includes three new features for iPhones, according to Apple's release notes for the update, which is expected to be released next week. As discovered during beta testing, iOS 26.5 enables end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging between iOS and Android devices. Apple says this security upgrade is limited to supported carriers around the world and will continue to roll out. End-to-end encryption for RCS is a security layer that ensures that messages sent between supported iOS and Android devices are encrypted and cannot be intercepted and read by Apple or any third party while they are being delivered. Keep in mind that text messages sent via the older SMS standard still lack end-to-end encryption. iMessage conversations with blue bubbles have already been end-to-end encrypted since iOS 5. The second new feature added in iOS 26.5 is "Suggested Places" in Apple Maps. This section of the app provides recommendations based on your location and recent searches, and it will start showing ads in the U.S. and Canada later this year. Similar to the ads that are already shown in App Store search results on the iPhone and iPad, ads in Apple Maps will have an "Ad" label, and Apple promises strong privacy protections. For example, Apple says a user's location and the ads they see and interact with in Apple Maps are not associated with a user's Apple Account. Third, a new Pride Luminance wallpaper that "dynamically refracts a spectrum of colors" is available to download on iPhones and iPads running iOS 26.5 or iPadOS 26.5. Released alongside a new Pride Edition Sport Loop and Pride Luminance watch face, Apple says the wallpaper celebrates LGBTQ+ communities around the world. Here are Apple's full release notes for iOS 26.5:This update includes the following enhancements: • End-to-end encrypted RCS messaging (beta) in Messages is available with supported carriers and will roll out over time • Pride Luminance wallpaper that dynamically refracts a spectrum of colors, is available for download • Suggested Places in Maps displays recommendations based on what's trending nearby and your recent searchesGiven that the iOS 26.5 Release Candidate was released this week, it is likely that Apple will make the update available to all users next week.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:19 pmcompletely internal LOB app Deployment help
My group is wanting to develop and deploy an iPad application internally. Developing the software is not an issue, that's already mostly done. My question is on signing/deploying the app. We've got a developer account ($99/yr) and can install manually using a mac and UDIDs via the developer platform. Long term it would be better […]02:13 pmMother's Day Deals Include Low Prices on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPhone Chargers, and More | MacRumorsMother's Day Deals Include Low Prices on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPhone Chargers, and More
This year, Mother's Day lands on Sunday, May 10, and we're tracking quite a few offers from some of the best Apple-related accessory companies, as well as steep discounts on Apple products at Amazon. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Apple Deals There are numerous Apple discounts on Amazon this week, with all-time low prices on AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2, iPad, iPad Air, and MacBook Air. Most of these still have free delivery dates before Mother's Day, but be sure to order soon to ensure arrival before Sunday. AirPods Pro 3 - $199.99 ($49 off) AirPods Max 2 - $509.00 ($40 off) Apple Watch Series 11 - $299.00 ($100 off) 11-inch iPad - $299.00 ($50 off) M4 iPad Air - $519.99 ($79 off) M5 MacBook Air - $949.00 ($150 off) Accessory Deals In other deals, we're tracking a big collection of Mother's Day sales from retailers like Best Buy, Belkin, ZAGG/Mophie, Verizon, and more. This year you can save 25 percent on OtterBox accessories sitewide, up to 30 percent on Belkin charging devices, and up to 40 percent on Anker products. Anker - Get up to 40% off charging accessories AT&T - Get iPhone 17 Pro Max for up to $1,100 off Best Buy - Save on everything from wearable tech to TVs and more Belkin - Get up to 30% off Casetify - Buy two get 20% off Grid Studio - Get 15% off sitewide Hyper - Get 20% off select products Nimble - Get 20% off with code MOM20 OtterBox - Get 25% off sitewide Verizon - Get iPhone 17, iPad, and Apple Watch Series 11 for no cost when switching ZAGG - Get 25% off screen protectors and cases If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? 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 forums02:07 pmKensington SD5000T5 EQ Thunderbolt 5 Dock review: 140W and 60W TB5 ports for MacBooks
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Thunderbolt 5 11 ports 140W MacBook charging 60W Thunderbolt 5 port Cons Fewer ports than many Our Verdict The Kensington SD5000T5 is a great entry-level Thunderbolt 5 dock with enough top-rated ports for most users, including three downstream Thunderbolt 5 (one rated at a most useful 60W), that puts it at the front of the line at this price point. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$299.99 Best Prices Today: Kensington SD5000T5 EQ Thunderbolt 5 Triple 4K Docking Station Retailer Price $239.99 View Deal $239.99 View Deal Kensington $299.99 View Deal $299.99 View Deal $307.89 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The Kensington SD5000T5 EQ is an entry-level Thunderbolt 5 dock designed mainly for MacBook users who want fast, future-proof connectivity without paying for a premium model. It stands out by offering three downstream Thunderbolt 5 ports (instead of replacing one with HDMI or DisplayPort), including a rare 60W port for charging devices, alongside 140W laptop charging. With 11 well-chosen ports, fast data speeds, and solid features like 2.5Gb Ethernet and UHS-II card readers, it delivers strong performance and flexibility at its price—though it sacrifices extra ports and power headroom compared to higher-end docks. Is the SD5000T5 worth it for Mac users? This simpler Kensington EQ dock joins the company’s flagship docking station, the EQ Pro Thunderbolt 5 Dock for MacBook (SD7100TS), as an entry-level solution for Macs sporting the latest and fastest 80/120Gbps connectivity standard. The $449/£329 EQ Pro has 19 ports and a dedicated SSD slot for you to add extra storage, plus special Mac hot keys for easy iPhone photo backup and a Focus Mode. The more affordable $299/£299 EQ Thunderbolt 5 Triple 4K Docking Station (SD5000TS) has 11 ports but might offer all you need for your speedy desktop setup. What ports do you actually get (and what’s missing)? One upstream Thunderbolt 5 port (80Gbps, 140W) Two downstream Thunderbolt 5 ports (80Gbps, 15W) One downstream Thunderbolt 5 port (80Gbps, 60W) One USB-A port (10Gbps, 7.5W) Two USB-A ports (10Gbps, 4.5W) Ethernet (2.5Gb) UHS-II SD card reader (312MBps) UHS-II microSD card reader (312MBps) One 3.5mm combo audio In/Out jack (front) 180W power supply Thunderbolt 5 (TB5) is backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 4 and 3, so even if your Mac isn’t yet built for TB5, you can rest assured that it will work with earlier Thunderbolt versions and be ready for your eventual TB5 Mac upgrade. Thunderbolt 5 Macs get 80Gbps data-transfer rates and up to 120Gbps in Bandwidth Boost mode for top-end video demands. Simon Jary One TB5 port is “upstream”, meaning it connects to your Mac. The other three are “downstream” for connecting other devices such as monitors and storage drives. Kensington has, in my mind, wisely decided against swapping one of the potential Thunderbolt 5 ports for a dedicated video port such as HDMI or DisplayPort. Several top dock makers think they know best when giving you a DisplayPort in place of the third downstream Thunderbolt port—reasoning that the user will almost certainly use the dock to connect to at least one external display and as all good monitors have a DisplayPort connection then why not have the same on the dock. On a dock with extra USB-C ports, a video-only port might make sense, but on a dock with only 11 ports and no extra USB-C on top of the Thunderbolt ports the video-only port could end up unused and a wasted opportunity to replace it with another flexible Thunderbolt port. That’s because not all good monitors have a DisplayPort connection on their back. The Apple Studio Display, to take a high-profile example, has four Thunderbolt ports and no DisplayPort. BenQ’s excellent MA range of monitors each has dual HDMI ports and no DisplayPort. If the dock maker had stuck with the chipset’s available three downstream Thunderbolt ports, rather than switch one for a DisplayPort, the Studio Display or BenQ user would have an extra high-speed port to play with rather than a wasted DisplayPort. Ugreen recently made this error on its Maxidok 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station—and as you can read in our review, we didn’t like that decision at all. Simon Jary So, breathe a sigh of relief that Kensington offers you the full roster of Thunderbolt 5 ports for you to decide how to use. If you must connect via DisplayPort, then simply buy a USB-C to DisplayPort adapter cable. If not, you have an extra Thunderbolt port that the poor Ugreen user does not. How good is the 60W Thunderbolt 5 port in practice? As an even greater bonus the Kensington has bestowed upon its extra downstream Thunderbolt 5 port the ability to charge a connected device at 60W. The upstream Thunderbolt 5 port can deliver 140W to a connected laptop—enough to fast-charge Apple’s top-end 16-inch MacBook Pro. The other two TB5 ports each supports 15W of power output as well as their 80/120Gbps data prowess. There are three legacy USB-A ports (at a speedy 10Gbps), which I think is overkill for the old standard, but dock makers continue to heap USB-A on us. The front-facing USB-A port can charge at 7.5W, with the two at the back a little weaker at 4.5W output. Also at the front of the dock are two card readers: both the SD and MicroSD readers works at the fast 312MBps UHS-II standard, which is faster than Apple’s 250MBps SDXC card reader on its Pro MacBooks. What are the main drawbacks? Front-facing upstream TB5 port concern Front-facing 60W port clutter concern Limited number of ports (11 total) 180W power supply limitation (you can pull the key point from the “Power” section or summarise it here) Design: Is the design practical for everyday use? Before we delve deeper into the technical detail, now would be a good time to discuss the dock’s design. Up to this point I have been a fan of the SD5000TS but I have a couple of grumbles on the port layout. Two of the Thunderbolt ports are situated on the front of the dock, including the upstream port that connects to the Mac. If you are frequently connecting and disconnecting your Mac from the docking station—say in a hot-desking office—having the upstream port on the front might make sense if you have to make a quick dash or connect in 0.5 seconds. Simon Jary However, I would prefer to have all the Thunderbolt ports at the back, keeping trailing cables neatly out of the way. Having the upstream port at the front used to be all the rage but recently it has been pushed out of sight to the rear panel. It’s not a deal-breaker and you may love the positioning. The 60W TB5 port is the other Thunderbolt port at the front. I can see why this might be handy—making it easy to locate when charging other devices—but to reduce cable clutter I’d still stick it at the back. The card readers are certainly where they should be, at the front, and having one of the USB-A ports there is also sensible for memory sticks, for example, as is the audio port. Aside from the port layout the dock is a good-looking silvery gray box with some ridges on one side of the top. The front and rear and darker in black. It measures 8.9 x 3.8 x 1.6 inches (226 x 97 x 40mm) and weighs 2.15lbs (nearly 1kg). Simon Jary Network: Is 2.5Gb Ethernet fast enough for your setup? With many office networks moving to faster speeds, the 2.5Gb Ethernet will be appreciated—2.5 times faster than the standard 1Gb Gigabit Ethernet that has been the mainstay of docking stations until recently. 2.5GbE is backwards compatible with Gigabit Ethernet so—like Thunderbolt 5—is a good way of future-proofing your system even if you don’t yet work with the faster network standard. The very top docking stations—such as the CalDigit TS5 Plus and iVanky FusionDock Ultra—boast 10GbE. USB-C adapters can be purchased if you later need that fastest of networking standards. Power: Does it deliver enough power for a full setup? Like Kensington’s flagship EQ Pro Thunderbolt 5 dock, the simpler EQ feels a little under-powered with its max 180W power supply. Both can supply up to 140W (PD 3.1) to a connected laptop so there’s not much left to play with if your other devices all require power. There’s a highly useful 60W Thunderbolt 5 port at the front that you can use to fast charge an iPhone or iPad or hook up a second MacBook for recharging. That 180W power supply will therefore feel the pinch at full pelt. The other two downstream Thunderbolt ports are rated at 15W, with the two back-mounted USB-A ports offering just 4.5W and the one at the front 7.5W. The upstream power delivery of 140W is as capable as any other Thunderbolt 5 dock—enough to fast-charge the top-end 16-inch MacBook Pro. Simon Jary Storage: What storage options do you get? While the top-end Kensington EQ Pro featured an SSD slot that allowed you to add up to 8TB of fast storage, the EQ has just the two front-facing card readers. These are a great way of adding affordable and super-portable storage, with 1TB cards selling for around $200 at the time of writing. Given the at-time-of-purchase cost of internal storage charged by Apple, you can flexibly add your own quite cheaply. In addition to its UHS-II SD/MicroSD card reader slots, the EQ Pro featured a CompactFlash card slot for digital photographers. This is quite niche and not missed on the entry-level TB5 EQ. Apple’s fastest Macs with the M5 Pro chip can support three monitors via Thunderbolt 5. The M5 Max supports up to four displays.Kensington Displays: How many displays can it run on a Mac? The Kensington SD5000T5 EQ calls itself a “Triple 4K Docking Station” but this is true only for Windows computers (using Thunderbolt 5) or Macs with an M5 Pro or M5 Max chip. While Thunderbolt 4 docks continue to be capped at two external displays on the Mac, the latest top-end M5 Pro and M5 Max chips support up to three external displays with a Thunderbolt 5 dock. The M5 Max can handle four but as there aren’t enough ports on the SD3000T5 to hang so many monitors off, you’ll need to daisy-chain the fourth screen from the third. Lesser Mac processors—right up to the base M5 and speedy M4 Pro/Max—are stuck at a limit of two external displays due to Apple’s lack of support for Multi-Stream Transport (MST) on macOS. You can get round this limitation by employing a DisplayLink dock but the SD5000TS is not one of those. At the time of writing there were no Thunderbolt 5 DisplayLink docks. Two monitors are plenty for most users, however. A Mac with an M1/M2/M3/M4 Pro or Max chip can support two 6K displays at 60Hz. Even a base M4 Mac can support 2x 6K/60Hz but only if the Mac has Thunderbolt 5. Any of the M4 chip Macs will support a single 8K display at 60Hz, while M1/M2/M3 Pro or Max Macs can run a single 6K/60Hz monitor. A base M3 MacBooks can run up to two displays (1x 6K and 1x 6K) with its lid closed. Base M1/M2 Macs are limited to one 4K/60Hz display, but these Macs are probably not the target for a Thunderbolt 5 dock unless you are buying for the future. Simon Jary Price The Kensington SD5000T5 EQ Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station is priced at $299.99 or £299.99, which is the expected cost for an entry-level Thunderbolt 5 dock. Other options worth considering are the similarly priced Plugable Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station (11 ports), WAVLINK Thunderbolt 5 Dock (12 ports) and OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock (11 ports). There’s little between these docks. The WAVLINK has an extra USB-A port and a 230W power supply. But the Kensington’s 60W TB5 port might swing it if your charging needs require it. You’ll need to find at least an extra hundred bucks to jump up a level: the CalDigit TS5 has 15 ports but lacks a downstream port with the charging power of the Kensington. Read our reviews of the best Thunderbolt 5 docks for Mac for the full range available. Should you buy Kensington EQ Thunderbolt 5 Dock? The Kensington SD5000T5 is a great entry-level Thunderbolt 5 dock with enough top-rated ports for most users, including three downstream Thunderbolt 5 (one rated at a useful 60W), that puts it at the front of the line at this price point.02:00 pmApple eyes using Intel, Samsung to build Apple Silicon chips in America
In a notable development that could reshape Apple’s long-standing semiconductor supply chain, the company is holding early-stage… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:58 pmiPhone 18 release date just got new evidence of delay, per leak
Rumors have indicated for a while now that this fall’s iPhone lineup will have a major change, with no base iPhone 18 launching. And we just got even more evidence of an iPhone 18 release date delay via a new leak. more…01:53 pmDon’t pay over $500 for AirPods Max when these 4.5-star Beats are just $170
Macworld Beats Studio Pro View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); If you’re looking for a great pair of over-ear noise-canceling headphones in the Apple ecosystem, you can either drop $549 on a new pair of AirPods Max or go the more sensible route and pick up a pair of Beats Studio Pro for hundreds less. Today at Amazon, you can get a new pair of Beats Studio Pro for just $170, half off the original $350 MSRP and the deepest discount we’ve ever seen. The Beats Studio Pro are absolutely killer. In fact, when we reviewed them, we said they’re “better than AirPods Max and a lot more affordable,” and that’s still true even with the launch of the AirPods Max 2. We found the headphones to be lightweight, have great compatibility with both Apple and other devices, fabulous sound, and great battery life, leading to a 4.5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award. The Beats Studio Pro are known for delivering rich and immersive sound, and you can even experience true lossless audio if you connect the headphones to your device with a USB-C cable. The fully-adaptive Active Noise Cancelling will efficiently block out external distractions. The Transparency mode will make it easy to stay aware of your surroundings for your safety, too. They also have fantastic 40 hours of battery life, too, which is amazing. A quick 10-minute recharge gives you four hours of playback, so if that’s all the time you have before leaving home, it’ll be enough. Don’t miss out on this chance to get the Beats Studio Pro for a great price. It’s not the absolute best deal we’ve seen, but it’s not that far off.01:53 pmApple Manufacturing Academy brings AI to America’s factory floors
Manufacturing leaders met to discuss how Apple's program is changing how businesses operate, including a push for AI in supply chains. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:49 pmApple Manufacturing Academy helps hundreds of U.S. businesses embrace AI
The gathering of hundreds of companies at an Apple Manufacturing Academy event has shown how far Apple's program has gone to increase the use of AI and automation in the supply chain.Workers at Block Imaging - Image Credit: AppleLaunched in 2025, the Apple Manufacturing Academy in Detroit provided a way to teach U.S. workers how to use new technologies in production. In the first Apple Manufacturing Academy Spring Forum held in East Lansing, Michigan, the program has been shown to be improving how U.S. companies operate.In a press release about the event, Apple discusses Block Imaging, a medical imaging equipment servicing and refurbishing firm that took part in the academy. The firm hosted attendees for a tour of its facility, to show how Apple's program improved efficiency on the factory floor. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:41 pmOpenAI’s new phone being fast-tracked to launch next year, per report
Last week Ming-Chi Kuo broke the news that OpenAI’s hardware ambitions now include a smartphone to directly compete with the iPhone. And a new update from Kuo suggests the company is moving even faster than anticipated to launch the first OpenAI phone. more…01:30 pmTransform your iPad into a MacBook-style powerhouse for just $109.99
The Tinymoose SpacePad keyboard case turns your iPad into a laptop-style setup with a trackpad, backlit keys and long battery life. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:27 pmApple Manufacturing Academy Hosts AI Showcase
Apple this week held the inaugural Spring Forum for its Manufacturing Academy in East Lansing, Michigan, gathering hundreds of U.S. manufacturers at Michigan State University to demonstrate how businesses are applying AI techniques learned through the program. The event was the academy's largest to date. Offsite tours formed a central part of the program, with Block Imaging, a Michigan company that services and refurbishes medical imaging equipment including CT scanners and MRI machines, hosting attendees at its facility to show how it has put the academy's training to use on the factory floor. Other stops included the MSU Facility for Rare Isotope Beams and Peckham. On-campus sessions featured speakers from McKinsey, Magna, LightGuide, and Medtronic on topics including physical AI in manufacturing and the challenges of scaling AI solutions. A poster session closed the day, featuring MSU students and small- and medium-sized business participants. Priya Balasubramaniam, Apple's vice president of Product Operations, spoke at the forum and took part in a fireside chat with Michigan State University president Kevin M. Guskiewicz, covering AI's impact on manufacturing operations and the skills workers will need in an AI-enabled economy. Block Imaging's director of Technical Training, Katie Runyon, said the program had produced tangible results for her team: The Apple Manufacturing Academy has had a direct impact on how we operate. The training we've received from Apple engineers and Michigan State experts has given our team practical tools and techniques we've been able to apply immediately on the floor, improving the way we work and the quality of what we deliver to healthcare providers. We keep coming back because the program continues to push us forward. Launched last year as part of Apple's $500 billion U.S. investment commitment, the Manufacturing Academy is a free program pairing Apple engineers and MSU experts with small- and medium-sized businesses to help them implement AI and smart manufacturing techniques. It is the only such academy in North America and is open to businesses nationwide. To date, it has supported more than 150 companies through dozens of in-person training sessions, and recently added virtual programming.Tag: American Manufacturing ProgramThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:12 pmApple Manufacturing Academy accelerates AI use in American supply chains
The Apple Manufacturing Academy hosted hundreds of manufacturers at its inaugural Spring Forum in East Lansing, Michigan. The academy’s… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:01 pmiPhone 18 Downgrades Rumored Yet Again
The standard iPhone 18 and the lower-cost iPhone 18e are said to share components, according to the leaker known as "Fixed Focus Digital," as further evidence that Apple is narrowing the gap between the two devices. In new posts on Weibo, Fixed Focus Digital said that certain parts are interchangeable between the two models, adding that the information originates from a reliable manufacturing source. The leaker described the component overlap as confirmation that the specification convergence between the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e is real and measurable at the supply chain level. "Take it from me: The standard iPhone 18 model has been downgraded and its launch delayed-this decision is final and will not change," they added. The posts also suggested that if the iPhone 18 ships in spring 2027 rather than alongside the Pro models in the fall, September and October will effectively become "flagship season" for Apple, a window occupied by the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the foldable "iPhone Ultra." A split launch strategy separating the Pro and standard models has been widely reported since last year, with Ming-Chi Kuo and Nikkei among those to have corroborated the plan. The component sharing claim builds on a string of downgrade reports over the past two weeks. The leaker first reported that Apple is implementing certain manufacturing downgrades to the iPhone 18 as a cost-cutting measure, before adding that display specifications and the chip will both be affected. Apple could be planning to tweak the name of the A-series chip used in the device to obscure the extent of the chip change. Engineering Validation Testing of the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e is said to be taking place simultaneously in June, which aligns with the idea that the two devices now share significant engineering overlap. Today, the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17e are meaningfully different devices: the standard model features a 6.3-inch display with ProMotion and up to 3,000 nits of peak outdoor brightness, the Dynamic Island, a five-core GPU, an Ultra Wide camera, and significantly better battery life. The iPhone 17e, by contrast, has a smaller 6.1-inch display, a notch rather than a Dynamic Island, no ProMotion, a four-core GPU, and no Ultra Wide camera. If Apple is now sharing components between the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e and reducing display and chip specifications on the standard model, many of those distinctions could shrink or disappear entirely in the next generation. The iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and iPhone Air 2 are all expected to launch in spring 2027, with the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Ultra anticipated to be announced in the fall.Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tag: Fixed Focus DigitalRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:00 pm5 major roadblocks when switching from Android to iPhone
Moving from Android to iPhone comes with clear benefits, but there are also some unexpected trade-offs. Here's what you need to know. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)12:54 pmMeta AI will analyze faces of teen users ‘but it’s not face recognition’
Meta’s latest attempt to comply with age verification requirements in Europe, Brazil and the US is to roll out AI-powered tech to analyse the faces of teenage users of Facebook and Instagram. The company says AI analysis will be used to estimate the ages of faces but that it does not amount to face recognition … more…12:54 pmMeta AI will analyze faces of teen users ‘but it’s not face recognition’
Meta’s latest attempt to comply with age verification requirements in Europe, Brazil and the US is to roll out AI-powered tech to analyse the faces of teenage users of Facebook and Instagram. The company says AI analysis will be used to estimate the ages of faces but that it does not amount to face recognition … more…12:34 pmYouTuber goes ‘hands-on’ with ‘so strange’ iPhone Ultra
Macworld Good news for anyone finding it difficult to wait for Apple’s upcoming foldable smartphone, the iPhone Ultra: a popular YouTuber has revealed and thoroughly explored its design in a new video, which you can watch below. Before you get too excited, however, we should note that, of course, this isn’t the official device, nor even an officially sanctioned prototype. Unbox Therapy has instead made a “hands-on” video with a dummy mockup provided by an unidentified company in China, presumably one that makes iPhone accessories or has connections to Apple’s supply chain. (He says such models are sent in every year around this time.) The final design of the Ultra may therefore be different, either because the dummy maker’s sources were mistaken or because Apple chooses to make a last-minute tweak. With all that said, the mockup is probably pretty accurate. For one thing, it aligns closely with the rumors and leaks we’ve seen already (including CAD designs and other dummies). For another, the hardware designs of Apple’s new products frequently leak ahead of launch because its supply chain is so large and difficult to police. It’s not implausible at all for a company to have obtained the details in this way. Unbox Therapy spends plenty of time playing with the iPhone Ultra mockup and talking about the pros and cons of what he considers to be a highly unusual design. He describes it as “weird,” “so strange,” “stubby,” and “a little shorty!” Will such a novel format, which he says is like a passport or “an iPad nano,” and which a commenter compares to a Nintendo DS, sell well? He isn’t sure. But the unusual design was chosen for a reason. The reduced height means it fits better in the pocket than taller rivals, the YouTuber says, and means it’s less top-heavy when used in the unfolded format. Apple wanted to include a powerful camera array, he speculates, and had to reduce the height in order to accommodate that without making the device unstable. Speaking of the camera… the module is “enormous,” Unbox reports. The Ultra is 11mm thick when closed, if you measure at the thinnest point, but the bump is 16.6mm. That’s a huge differential between body and bump and means it has absolutely no hope of lying flat on the table. “It might be a wobble champion,” the YouTuber laughs. “Look at that ramp creation.” Ultimately, Unbox concludes that Apple appears to have prioritized the unfolded format over the folded one. When it’s opened out, he says, “That’s the magic happening there.” Perhaps Apple wants the Ultra to be more like an iPad than an iPhone. There’s sure to be plenty more leaks and rumors between now and the fall. We expect the iPhone Ultra to be launched in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max. You can keep up with all the latest news with our regularly updated iPhone Ultra megaguide.12:31 pmBose AirPlay speakers see return of the 1990s Lifestyle branding, targets HomePod
Three new Bose AirPlay speakers have launched today, and the Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker appears to be going head-to-head with the original HomePod. Bose has dusted off the Lifestyle sub-branding it first introduced in 1990 before discontinuing in 2022. The original Lifestyle speakers achieved iconic status, so perhaps choosing this name for the latest lineup reflects the company’s hopes here … more…12:31 pmBose AirPlay speakers see return of the 1990s Lifestyle branding, targets HomePod
Three new Bose AirPlay speakers have launched today, and the Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker appears to be going head-to-head with the original HomePod. Bose has dusted off the Lifestyle sub-branding it first introduced in 1990 before discontinuing in 2022. The original Lifestyle speakers achieved iconic status, so perhaps choosing this name for the latest lineup reflects the company’s hopes here … more…12:18 pmOpenAI Fast-Tracking AI Phone for 2027 Launch, Says Kuo
OpenAI is said to be fast-tracking development of its first "AI agent phone," with the company now aiming to mass produce the device as early as the first half of next year, according to industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Late last month, Kuo revealed OpenAI's work on a smartphone, contradicting earlier reports that the company had no plans to enter the mobile market. Kuo said MediaTek and Qualcomm are the chosen chip partners and Luxshare Precision Industry is the exclusive manufacturing partner, with mass production scheduled for 2028. Reasons for Kuo's revised 1H27 production target are now said to include OpenAI's planned initial public offering (i.e. a compelling hardware product could strengthen its story to investors if it goes public) and intensifying competition in AI agent phones. Kuo says MediaTek appears "better positioned to become the sole processor supplier," with the device set to use a customized version of the Dimensity 9600, which will apparently be built on TSMC's N2P node in 2H26. The device's "headline spec" will allegedly be its image signal processor, featuring an enhanced HDR pipeline that improves real-world sensing - or what the AI "perceives" through the camera. The phone will also use two AI processors for handling different tasks (e.g. vision and language simultaneously), fast memory and storage, and security features to isolate processes. "If development stays on track, combined 2027-2028 shipments could reach around 30 million units," says Kuo, who argues that fully controlling both the operating system and the hardware is the only way for the company to deliver a comprehensive AI agent service. Kuo expects AI agents to change how people interact with a phone, shifting the focus from launching individual apps to completing tasks within a seamless context-aware interface. Quite where this leaves Jony Ive's non-phone AI device prototype isn't entirely clear. Shortly after its acquisition of Ive's startup io Products in May 2025, OpenAI engaged in something of a marketing blitz to promote Ive's first upcoming product for the company, describing it as a "third core device" after a MacBook Pro and an iPhone. According to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, it would be the "coolest piece of technology that the world will have ever seen." And crucially, it wouldn't have a screen - because phones have screens, and Ive and Altman want to wean people off those. The original goal was to release the device later this year, but in November that roadmap got pushed back to "less than two years." The last we heard, Ive's first OpenAI device was revealed to be a smart speaker with a camera, set to come out in early 2027. Other OpenAI products reportedly in development include smart glasses, a smart lamp, and potentially earbuds, but the roadmap is supposed to be further out for those. If any of these devices eventually launch, OpenAI will become a direct hardware rival against several Apple product lines - Apple is rumored to be also working on smart glasses, AirPods with cameras, and an AI pendant, as well as a smart home hub with enhanced Siri capabilities.Tags: Ming-Chi Kuo, OpenAIThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:09 pmCurved-glass 20th-anniversary iPhone may finally introduce solid-state buttons
The 20th-anniversary iPhone will get solid-state buttons with haptic feedback on the sides, if claims about the curved-glass model turn out to be correct.A 20th-anniversary iPhone is expected in 2027 - Image credit: AppleInsiderApple is expected to be bringing out the 20th-anniversary edition of the iPhone in 2027, and there have been many wild claims about the model. Now, it is believed that the release will bring with it an often-rumored technology to its edges.In a post to Weibo, serial leaker Instant Digital wrote on Tuesday about the various features they say will be included in the 20th-anniversary iPhone. While most of the features are fairly normal-sounding bits of speculation, it leads off with a hefty discussion about buttons. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:02 pmLeaker suggests seven new features coming to iPhone 20 – but read with care
Leaker Instant Digital has a decent track record when it comes to iPhones, but their latest post may need to be treated with a certain amount of caution. They list seven new features we might expect from the 20th anniversary model, but it may be more of a wish list than a leak … more…11:40 amiPhone 17 crushes Q1 2026 sales as Apple sweeps top 3 spots
Apple dominated global smartphone sales in Q1 2026, with the iPhone 17 leading the charts and the top three spots firmly in iPhone's grip. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)11:33 amErrors adding R2 custom domains
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Bloomberg yesterday reported that Apple has been in discussion with both Intel and Samsung regarding future production of its device processors. The move is said to be motivated by Apple seeking to reduce its reliance on Taiwan’s TSMC as its sole supplier of A-series and M-series chips … more…11:24 amTim Cook is leaving John Ternus with an AI imbroglio
Macworld John Ternus hasn’t taken over from Tim Cook yet, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start creating problems for him. One of Ternus’s biggest challenges is going to be navigating the perilous gap between how the AI industrial complex views its offering and how the rest of us do. “Stanford report highlights growing disconnect between AI insiders and everyone else” …a majority (73%) of experts felt positive about AI’s impact on how people do their jobs, compared with just 23% of the public. Well, that’s weird. Wonder what could account for tha- “Anthropic warns fully AI employees are a year away” That was a year ago, and, as John Gruber points out, that did not happen at all, but it wasn’t supposed to happen; it was just a free advertising campaign Anthropic scored for itself. Say something big and scary, get press. Mission accomplished. But this is kind of the problem in a nutshell. Anthropic orchestrated free advertising for itself by saying, “AI is going to put people out of work!” That ad was obviously not for us; it was for CEOs looking to lay off ever more employees. And now you wonder why people don’t love AI? Do you even hear yourselves? Well, surely that article is an outlier and- “Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want” Why is it so hard for the Macalope to get through sentences in his own column? That doesn’t even make any sense! Within recent memory… No, no, fine, just go ahead with the pull quote. The Macalope will wait. …people who made software and hardware understood their job was to serve their customers. It was to identify a need and then fill it. But at some point following the financial crisis, would-be entrepreneurs got it into their heads that their job was to invent the future, and consumers’ job was to go along with that invented future. The horny one isn’t going to blame Steve Jobs for saying, “People don’t know what they want until you show it to them.” because the problem isn’t Steve Jobs; the problem is people who misinterpreted Jobs. Instead of finding out what people really want that they simply can’t articulate, the current crop of tech overlords believes you can force people to want what you want to sell them. Or at least force them to pay for it. They don’t have to like it. They don’t care about that part. Clearly. “The more young people use AI, the more they hate it” Using AI to these young people seems increasingly like being asked to train the unpaid intern who is going to replace you. The fear that chatbot tools will lead to a permanent loss of critical thinking skills ranks high among the worries held by young people about the technology. It’s also backed up by data: A recent study from the MIT Media Lab found that EEG scans of the brain showed decreased activity in people who have been writing essays using AI tools. That may be well and good for college students into drooling troglodytes but what can we do to get the brains of grade schoolers running out of their ears? If you’d like to receive regular news and updates to your inbox, sign up for our newsletters, including The Macalope and Apple Breakfast, David Price’s weekly, bite-sized roundup of all the latest Apple news and rumors.Foundry Good news! Senator Adam Schiff (D – Venture Capital) glibly announced on Bluesky that he was reaching across the aisle in order to shove AI into K-12 classrooms because god knows that’s where public schools needed funding, not teachers’ salaries or reducing class sizes or just getting them pencils and paper or getting the rats out of the rest rooms. Look, kids aren’t going to get addicted to AI on their own. If it’s any consolation, Schiff’s post was ratioed into the Stone Age, which, ironically, is where kids’ IQs are about to go as well. (Yes, yes, the Macalope knows this is reductive about the collected intelligence of our stone age ancestors, just go with it.) Scan through any technology news site, and most of the coverage is not going to be on new gadgets; it’s going to be on AI getting stuffed into yet another thing like a nutria being crammed into a turkey. This is not done because people have asked for it or secretly want it, but just don’t know that they want it. It’s done to increase the return on investment in AI (just like Schiff’s proposed legislation). Period. Meanwhile, not only has AI made it hard for people to get anything else new by sucking up all the oxygen in the boardrooms, causing brain damage and drooling, zombie-like groupthink that can only process where to stuff AI next instead of making new features or gadgets, it’s made it hard for people to just buy new computers. “Apple discontinues base Mac mini, now starts at $799 with 512GB storage” Not only have memory costs increased because of AI, but now the cheapest desktop Macs have all been scooped up to run AI and agentic tools. You want to do some web surfing, send some emails, and maybe play a game? Sorry, some weirdo somewhere needs to remove the clothes from non-consenting adults. While AI has many uses, the backlash to the ham-fisted efforts by companies to use the one hammer it has a huge financial interest in on screws, bolts, china cups, and, yes, the occasional nail is not dying down. It’s getting worse. Ternus enthusiastic comments about AI’s potential are pretty much what every technology executive feels they have to say in this environment, which is fine, but if his Apple doesn’t deliver things customers really want instead of are being told to buy, things might start getting awkward.11:00 amThe iPad desperately needs its MacBook Neo moment
Macworld Ever since its 2023 price cut, the entry-level iPad has been one of Apple’s easiest products to recommend. It was affordable, powerful enough for most tasks, and, more importantly, positioned as an alternative to budget laptops for students and casual users. But now, with the recent introduction of the MacBook Neo, Apple has quietly created a problem for the base model iPad. It no longer seems like the best deal, and many consumers are beginning to wonder if it’s really still worth it. At this point, it seems the iPad really needs its own “MacBook Neo” moment. When the numbers stop making sense On paper, the A16 iPad still starts at an appealing price of $349. That’s quite affordable for an Apple tablet that lets you run pretty much any of the apps you can run on a more expensive iPad. For most people who just want a good tablet for casual web browsing, editing documents, or watching movies, this is the iPad to go for. For $349, you get an 11-inch iPad with 128GB of storage, but no keyboard, trackpad, or Apple Pencil. For many people, this setup is fine. Again, this iPad is aimed at people who just want to use it as a regular tablet. But when you start adding things like more storage and accessories, the picture changes completely. At $349, Apple’s A16 iPad is a great tablet.Britta O’Boyle Let’s say you want your iPad to double as a laptop. The 256GB model costs $449. Then you buy a Magic Keyboard Folio, which costs $249. That brings the total price of the iPad to just under $700. At that point, you’re essentially paying the same price as a higher-tier MacBook Neo configuration ($699) but getting less storage. And you’re getting even less for your money. The base-model iPad still runs on the A16 chip introduced in 2022, while the MacBook Neo is powered by the significantly more advanced A18 Pro chip. That difference shows up in performance, longevity, and support for the latest features, including Apple Intelligence. And let’s not forget that a $599 MacBook Neo can run full-fledged desktop software. But if you spend that same amount on an iPad with a keyboard and trackpad, you’ll be limited to using iPad apps available in the App Store. The Magic Keyboard Folio is excellent, arguably one of the best keyboard cases on the market for the iPad. But at $249, it dramatically changes the value proposition of the base iPad. This iPad is meant to be affordable, but at the same time, Apple is trying to sell you a keyboard that practically doubles the price of the device. Once you start fitting the iPad as a computer, it gets tough to recommend.Stephan Wiesend Many people who buy the entry-level iPad end up opting for third-party accessories because they’re cheaper. But again, this only underscores how Apple’s pricing strategy for the entry-level iPad no longer makes sense. And in that comparison, the MacBook simply makes more sense for most people. Og course, there’s no denying that the iPad still has some advantages over the Mac. It’s the only Apple device that offers a touchscreen, Apple Pencil support, and a flexible form factor for taking notes and drawing. If that’s what you need, there’s no question about it. The iPad is still the best choice. But Apple blurred these lines by setting the iPad up as a laptop alternative. That strategy worked when the iPad was clearly cheaper. Now, that advantage is gone. If you want an iPad for browsing the web, writing, or using pro-level apps, the MacBook Neo outshines the entry-level iPad in almost every way. Yes, you can do those things on an iPad, but you’ll end up spending more and facing more limitations than if you bought a Mac. An iPad Neo could be the answer The MacBook Neo isn’t just the newest laptop in Apple’s lineup. It redefines what an entry-level product is. At $599, with a modern chip, 13-inch display, and 256GB of storage, Apple has finally aligned price and value in a way that’s easy to understand. Now the iPad needs the same treatment. Yes, the entry-level iPad is already cheap, but it could use some meaningful upgrades. First, this iPad needs more frequent updates with the latest chips. The A16 isn’t bad, but it’s already quite outdated by today’s standards. Luckily, as reported by Macworld, Apple is planning to launch a new base iPad with the A19 chip later this year. The MacBook Neo has turned the iPad into a tablet-only device.Foundry A storage upgrade from 128GB to 256GB on the base model would also be very welcome. The company recently did this with the iPhone 17e, and that would be the right path to take with the iPad. After all, many people use their iPads to download photos, songs, videos, and games. A significant price reduction on accessories, especially the Magic Keyboard Folio, is also long overdue. The iPad’s starting price of $349 isn’t the problem. But it has become hard to justify the cost of upgrades and accessories. Perhaps the Neo brand, or at least its spirit, could give the iPad the boost it needs? Maybe it could even have a slightly larger display to better compete with the MacBook Neo. A bigger display would make the iPad feel more like a true laptop alternative. If there’s one thing the MacBook Neo has shown us, it’s that Apple can deliver a decent entry-level product even in its base configuration with the right compromises. The Neo isn’t the most powerful or advanced Mac, but it’s extremely capable in its own right. Right now, the base iPad doesn’t have that same clarity. It’s still a great tablet, but the moment you try to turn it into something more, the value starts to fall apart. Apple doesn’t need to reinvent the iPad, but it does need a realignment—and the MacBook Neo is a great place to start.10:55 am20th Anniversary iPhone Could Blend Haptic Buttons Into Curved Edges
For the rumored 20th-anniversary iPhone, Apple continues to test a solid-state haptic button system that will replace traditional mechanical buttons and enhance the uninterrupted look of the device's display, claims Chinese leaker "Instant Digital." According to the Weibo-based leaker, the buttons have already passed tests for use when wearing gloves or having wet hands, in extreme temperatures, and when the phone has a case on. The leaker also claims that the 20th-anniversary iPhone will be equipped with an ultra-low energy microprocessor allowing the solid-state buttons to remain functional even when the handset is powered off or the battery has run out. It's not the first time Instant Digital has said solid-state buttons will feature on the device. The leaker made the same claim in October 2025, saying that Apple's solution would include haptic feedback for the Side button, volume buttons, Action button, and Camera Control button. Apple is reportedly working on a display that curves down around all four edges of the device for a borderless visual experience - and solid-state haptic buttons could help in Apple's apparent desire to create a device that looks like a slab of glass with no cutouts and no bezels. That said, Apple's adoption of solid-state buttons has been repeatedly rumored for an iPhone, but with nothing to show for it. Back in 2022, several reports suggested Apple intended to bring solid-state buttons to the iPhone 15 Pro in 2023 as part of "Project Bongo." However, the plan was reportedly canceled at a late stage. They were then rumored to come to the iPhone 16 Pro, before being shelved indefinitely. In the same Weibo post, the leaker went on to list other features that have been repeatedly rumored for the 2027 device, such as a dual-layer OLED panel, under-display Face ID, and an under-display front-facing camera. They also mentioned a 6,000mAh battery, under-display audio (eliminating the earpiece slit), reverse wireless charging, and a next-generation Ceramic Shield - although it's unclear whether these last few items are more of a wish list of features rather than being based on new supply chain information. Instant Digital has a generally good track record for Apple rumors and has provided some accurate information ahead of time, such as the imminent launch of 2023's Yellow iPhone 14, as well as the frosted back glass of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus. The 20th anniversary iPhone will presumably come out in the fall of 2027.Tags: 20th-Anniversary iPhone, Instant DigitalThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:33 amI shipped my first ever macOS app and the first comment was “just use xyz” | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI shipped my first ever macOS app and the first comment was “just use xyz”
This is not a post about why my app is better than the alternatives. I'll get that out of the way upfront. A few months ago I decided I wanted to learn SwiftUI by building something real. Not a to-do app, not a tutorial clone. Something I'd actually use. I landed on the MacBook notch […]10:00 amApple @ Work Podcast: This is why you can’t delay macOS updates
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As AI and agents take on more of the execution, people have more agency than ever to unlock their ambition, direct what gets done, and own the outcomes. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.10:00 amCopilot Cowork: From conversation to action across skills, integrations, and devices | Office for MacCopilot Cowork: From conversation to action across skills, integrations, and devices
Today, we’re announcing additional capabilities in Cowork to expand on what it can make possible for you. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.09:32 amApple Eyes Intel and Samsung as Backup US Chipmakers
Apple has held "exploratory" talks with Intel and Samsung about manufacturing the main processors for its devices in the United States, reports Bloomberg ($). Apple is said to have had early-stage talks with Intel about using its chipmaking services, while Apple executives have reportedly visited a Samsung plant under construction in Texas that will also make advanced chips. The talks are said to be preliminary, and no orders have been made so far, according to the report's sources who asked not to be identified. Apple is also said to have concerns about using technology that is not made by its longtime chip partner, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), so the talks could still go nowhere. Apple is said to be seeking potential additional suppliers beyond TSMC as a way to avoid recent shortages almost entirely driven by the current build-out of AI data centers. Heavy demand for Mac mini and Mac Studio models - sought-after because of their suitability for running local AI models - is also said to have been another factor. On an earnings call last week, Apple CEO Tim Cook acknowledged that Mac mini and Mac Studio supply is constrained, and he said it may take "several months" for Apple to achieve supply-demand balance. Neither Intel nor Samsung can reliably provide the kind of production and scale that TSMC offers, so it's not clear how much, if anything, will come out of the discussions. Apple has already worked with TSMC to help expand its plant in Phoenix, which is now producing a limited number of chips for Apple and expects to make 100 million chips for the company in 2026.Tags: Bloomberg, Intel, SamsungThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:48 amCompanion app design
I'm building the companion app to https://artworkcodex.com and looking for some input on design choices. This is the type of simplicity I am aiming for and trying to find the right balance between having ALL the features on the webapp but also keeping it simple. Can anyone suggest some apps I can look at that […]08:25 amWhat happens to users that downloaded my app if i remove that app from sale ? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWhat happens to users that downloaded my app if i remove that app from sale ?
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Macworld TL;DR: A $34.99 adapter turns your wired CarPlay/Android Auto into a wireless setup—no cables, no hassle. If your car already has factory-wired Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, you’re halfway there. The only thing holding you back? That charging cable you plug in every single time you get in the car. This Mini Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto Adapter upgrades your existing system into a fully wireless setup for just $34.99 (MSRP $59.99). No stereo swap. No complicated install. Just plug it in once, pair via Bluetooth, and you’re done. After that, it reconnects automatically within three seconds every time you start the car. Thanks to dual-band 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz chips, you get fast, stable performance that feels OEM-level. Navigation, music streaming, calls, messaging, Siri, Google Assistant—it all works exactly as it should. Even better, it supports your factory touchscreen, steering wheel buttons, and voice commands. It’s over 50% smaller than standard adapters, designed to sit flush and stay out of sight. Compatible with 1,000+ vehicle models, iPhone 6+ and Android 11+, it’s built to handle heat, surges, and real-world driving conditions. This may be the easiest way to modernize your ride without touching your dashboard. Pick up the Mini Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto Adapter for $34.99 (MSRP $59.99). Mini Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto AdapterSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.06:08 amApple looks beyond TSMC to make iPhone and Mac chips
With TSMC’s capacity constraints, Apple is exploring the possibility of tapping into Samsung and Intel foundries for fabricating iPhone and Mac chips. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:51 amNetwork Performance Issues in Ashburn
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Here’s a strange case I ran into for the first time. My app originally had one IAP, submitted together with the build, and both were approved without any issues. Later, I created a new build along with a second IAP and submitted them. After about 24 hours, the build got approved first—but the second IAP […]04:28 amI built a free Claude Code plugin that gives Claude access to Apple’s docs (no more hallucinated APIs) | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI built a free Claude Code plugin that gives Claude access to Apple’s docs (no more hallucinated APIs)
I've been working on an iOS app with Claude Code, and the biggest pain point was Claude writing methods that don't exist, parameter labels Apple deprecated three years ago, etc. So I built Sherlock which is an open source Claude Code plugin that indexes the entire Apple Developer documentation locally into a SQLite FTS5 database […]04:05 amSamsung & Intel considered as alternatives to TSMC for Apple Silicon production
There is no doubt that Apple needs to diversify its processor supply chain, but Samsung and Intel are weak alternatives next to TSMC. Apple may try anyway.Apple processors are made by TSMC, but that could changeRumors have come and gone about Apple buying Intel for its US foundries, but something about that idea stuck. More recent rumors suggested Apple could start relying on Intel for Apple Silicon production as soon as 2027 or 2028.According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple has been considering Intel and Samsung to build "main device chips" for some time. While the recent chip and memory shortage has added some pressure, Apple had allegedly been making these considerations well before the current situation. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:45 amReport: Apple considers Intel and Samsung to diversify chip manufacturing away from TSMC | 9 to 5 MacReport: Apple considers Intel and Samsung to diversify chip manufacturing away from TSMC
Bloomberg reports that Apple has been exploring early-stage talks with Intel and evaluating facilities from Samsung Electronics as it looks to diversify production of its core device chips beyond TSMC. Here are the details. more…03:00 amDurable Objects startup errors in Eastern North America (ENAM) region
May 5, 03:00 UTCResolved - Between 03:15:50 and 03:21:06 UTC, we experienced a brief period of startup errors affecting Durable Objects and D1 databases within the Eastern North America (ENAM) region.12:31 amTo those who build community
All around the world, Apple developers do meaningful work that extends beyond great apps and games. They organize events, write tutorials, mentor others, and create spaces to learn and grow. By sharing their expertise and championing each other, they represent the best of the community. Meet some of the inspiring people who are making a difference in the Apple developer community through technical contributions, thoughtful mentorship, and a commitment to helping others succeed.Meet the community >12:10 amBoox Go 10.3 Gen II review: this refresh is both better and somehow worse than the last one | AppleInsiderBoox Go 10.3 Gen II review: this refresh is both better and somehow worse than the last one
Boox has refreshed another model in its lineup, the Boox Go 10.3, adding one new optional feature while, somewhat disappointingly, removing something users really liked.Boox Go 10.3 Gen IIBoox is back at it again with the lineup refresh. This time, we're taking a look at the second-gen iteration of the Boox Go 10.3, Boox's iPad Air-sized e-ink tablet. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our ForumsMonday May 0411:21 pmApple files for Supreme Court stay in Epic case over off-App Store commission dispute
Apple has filed an application with the Supreme Court asking it to stay the Ninth Circuit’s mandate, which would send the case back to the District Court to determine what it can charge for purchases made outside the App Store. Here are the details. more…11:15 pmVideo offers clearest look yet at foldable iPhone Ultra dummy unit
Unbox Therapy has published a 10-minute close-up look at a dummy unit that aligns with what the iPhone Ultra is increasingly expected to look like. Watch it below. more…11:08 pmApple Asks Supreme Court to Pause Epic Games Case Ahead of App Store Fee Ruling
Apple today filed an emergency application with the Supreme Court, asking for a stay on App Store fee calculations while it waits to hear whether the Supreme Court will weigh in on the latest developments in its legal battle with Epic Games. Apple argues that without a stay, it will face irreparable harm. Apple says it will have to litigate the fundamentals of its business model with the "highly prejudicial taint of being (improperly) found to have acted in contempt of the court's initial order" with the world watching, plus the case would require it to disclose confidential business information, which can't be undone. Regulators around the world are watching this case to determine what commission rate Apple may charge on covered purchases in huge markets outside the United States. No proceeding setting the commission Apple may charge--an endeavor that itself is fraught with challenges and raises the prospect of the courts engaging in improper rate-setting--should be allowed to unfold under the false and prejudicial auspices that Apple acted in contempt by charging a commission based on an injunction that did not even mention commissions. The Supreme Court's finding could also affect the scope of the case, because one of Apple's arguments is that the injunction should only apply to Epic Games, not all developers that distribute apps in the United States. For a recap, in 2021, the U.S. Northern District Court of California ordered Apple to relax its anti-steering rules as part of the ruling in the Epic Games v. Apple case. Apple was told to allow developers to link to alternate payment options in apps. Apple complied, but still charged high fees (three percent less than its standard fees), leading the court to find Apple in contempt of court for willfully violating the injunction. In April 2025, Apple was barred from collecting any fees on links in apps in the U.S. App Store, a change Apple implemented the same month. Apple appealed, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals agreed Apple violated the injunction, but said the company should be able to receive compensation for its technology. The appeals court then ordered the district court to calculate a reasonable fee, and that's what Apple wants to pause. Apple is planning to challenge the district court's contempt of court ruling and the scope of the injunction, and it does not want to go to court for fee calculations when there's a chance the Supreme Court could vacate the decision entirely. All Apple seeks here is a stay of the mandate so this Court can consider Apple's petition before it is subjected to a remand proceeding that could reshape the global app market based on the false premise that Apple engaged in civil contempt. Apple asked the appeals court to stay the fee calculation phase until it heard back from the Supreme Court. The appeals court agreed initially, but then reversed course after Epic Games challenged the decision. Apple is now asking the Supreme Court for the same stay that the appeals court denied. Apple wants to keep its current zero-fee link-out commission structure in place while it appeals to the Supreme Court, which means developers in the U.S. would continue to pay no fees for purchases made using third-party payment options in their apps while the case plays out. If the Supreme Court grants Apple's request for a stay, the zero-fee setup will remain in place while Apple waits on a decision from the Supreme Court. If the Supreme Court does not grant the stay or declines to hear the case, Apple and Epic Games will return to the district court to determine the reasonable fee that Apple can collect. While Apple is asking the Supreme Court for a stay as it prepares a full filing, Apple has also suggested that its filing could be used as a certiorari petition, so we could soon hear whether the Supreme Court will decide to hear the Epic Games v. Apple case. Apple will not be able to submit a petition for certiorari that will be considered before the summer recess. The mandate that will send Apple back to the district court for fee calculations goes into effect on May 5.Tags: App Store, Epic Games vs. Apple, Apple LawsuitsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:47 pmY Combinator’s Stake in OpenAI
The fact that Paul Graham personally has billions of dollars at stake with OpenAI doesn’t mean that his public opinion on Sam Altman’s trustworthiness and leadership is invalid. But it certainly seems like the sort of thing that ought to be disclosed when quoting Graham as an Altman character reference.10:42 pmNeed Advice – Can’t attach payments to bundle
Hi all, So this is my first time submitting an app to the app store and this is becoming more annoying than building it. I have made two submissions that got rejected but I have addressed the issues with those builds and want to submit again for review. After my last rejection however my subscriptions […]10:27 pmWorld's best-selling smartphone for Q1 2026 is iPhone 17, as expected
During Q1 2026, the base iPhone 17 became the world's top-selling smartphone, outdoing not only the competition but also the premium iPhone models.The standard iPhone 17 was the world's top-selling smartphone during Q1 2026.Across the world, and especially in key markets like China and the United States, the iPhone 17 range has proven to be quite popular with consumers. Apple made that clear when it revealed its record-breaking March quarter results.Apple experienced a 20% increase in iPhone sales in China during Q1 2026, while iPhone revenue grew to $85.3 billion, up from $69.1 a year prior. The driving force during the quarter, according to Counterpoint Research, was the base model iPhone 17, with the iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 17 Pro following. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:00 pmNetwork hardware failure in Hong Kong
May 4, 22:00 UTCInvestigating - Reduced redundancy due to network hardware failure in Hong Kong09:55 pmEpic vs Apple fight could be put on hold again if Supreme Court sides with Apple
Apple doesn't want to fight a battle on two fronts in the ongoing Epic Games case, so it has turned to the Supreme Court for a pause on proceedings in the Circuit Courts.Apple's control of the App Store continues to be challenged in courtThe Apple vs Epic case could go down as one of the more convoluted cases Apple has ever faced. The back and forth that has taken place since Epic first filed a lawsuit in 2020 will take you at least two hours to read through.In a new filing viewed by AppleInsider, Apple has requested a stay on the mandate that would require it to reconvene with Epic in court and decide upon a new App Store commission for external purchases. It was previously granted a stay by the Circuit Court, but that stay was overturned after a complaint from Epic. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:09 pmApple’s iOS 26.5 brings end-to-end encryption to RCS messages in major step for cross-platform privacy | Mac Daily NewsApple’s iOS 26.5 brings end-to-end encryption to RCS messages in major step for cross-platform privacy
Apple continues to refine iPhone messaging experience with the upcoming iOS 26.5 update, introducing a long-awaited security feature for… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:07 pmDesigner Transforms Mac mini Into Lego-Inspired Workstation
Remember Lego’s old computer bricks? Designer Paul Staal has supersized the concept into the M2x2, a working Mac mini enclosure that combines retro Lego charm with a 7-inch display.Read original article08:59 pmEU DMA after-action review didn't go the way that Apple wanted
Apple's vice president of products & regulatory law Kyle Andeer lashed out at the European Union's Digital Markets Act, repeating the refrains that unfair targeting and requirement that it must share tech with rivals will put users worldwide at risk.Apple slams EU DMA over privacy and innovation risksTwo years after the Digital Market Act went into effect, Apple is still vehemently opposed to the European Union telling it what to do.It's hardly a new stance. Apple has been beating the same drum since the Digital Markets Act (DMA) was first proposed. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:34 pmTiming 2026.3
Updates the time and productivity tracking app's project drop zone functionality. ($108/$132/$192 new, free update, 33.8 MB, macOS 11+)08:33 pmReport: iPhone 17 ranked as world’s top-selling smartphone in Q1 2026
A new Counterpoint Research report shows that the iPhone 17 overtook the iPhone 17 Pro Max and became the world’s best-selling smartphone during the first three months of 2026. Here are the details. more…08:32 pmMellel 6.6.7
Maintenance update with bug fixes and improvements for the word processor. ($69.99 new, free update, 105.3 MB, macOS 10.13+)08:30 pmScreenFloat 2.3.7
Brings new, streamlined methods of copying shots to the screen capture tool. ($17.99 new, free update, 34.2 MB, macOS 12.3+)08:28 pmBusyCal 2026.2.3 and BusyContacts 2026.2.2
Allows you to create time-blocking events across calendars. ($49.99 new for each, free update, various sizes, macOS 11.5+)08:26 pmHands-on: This charging station has quietly become a desk essential [Video]
One of the best ways to judge how good a product is, is simply how long it sticks around. There are tons of products that hit my desk that, for one reason or another, do not make it past one month of use. It could be poorly built, too cheap, not a good fit for my aesthetic, or for any other reason. But if a product earns a permanent spot on my desk or nightstand and I stop thinking about replacing it, that’s usually a really good sign. So when I noticed I had been using my Nomos charging station for about a year, I knew I had to give you my review. Here is what it is and how well it’s held up. more…08:26 pmTextExpander 8.4.3
Brings a refreshed interface design and a few new features to the text expansion utility. ($40 annual subscription, free update, 36.9 MB, macOS 11.1+)08:24 pmTinderbox 11.7
Updates the note-taking assistant with significant infrastructure improvements. ($289 new, free update, 37.7 MB, macOS 11+)08:20 pmIncreased build dequeue duration in Workers Builds
May 4, 20:20 UTCInvestigating - Some Workers Builds users may experience increased build dequeue times, or builds that are stuck in a queued state indefinitely.08:20 pmSupercharge your Mac with 40% off Logitech’s G703 Lightspeed mouse
Macworld Logitech G703 Lightspeed View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); If you’re going to get a mouse these days, you probably want something light, comfortable, and customizable. The legendary Logitech G703 Lightspeed wireless gaming mouse is a solid 40 percent off at Amazon, which means it can be yours for $60, the cheapest it’s been since it was a few dollars lower over Black Friday. This is a super speedy mouse that features the highly advanced HERO 25K sensor, delivering 25,600DPI. Using the Lightspeed wireless connection ensures that it has a seamless connection to your device, essential during fast-paced gaming sessions. If you want to get the best gaming experience, the game also has an optional 10-gram weight that makes it possible to customize the balance of the mouse to your exact needs. The six buttons are also perfectly easy to customize. In short, this is one of the best mice out there. Our friends at PCWorld reviewed the G703 Lightspeed and gave it a 4-star rating, finding that it’s super comfortable to use for long hours, delivering a flawless wireless experience. They also loved that it’s compatible with Powerplay pads for continuous recharging. This is a fantastic opportunity to get your hands on the Logitech G703 Lightspeed while it’s still down to $60.08:16 pmMagSafe Monday: The ESR Geo Wallet Boost is the ultimate Find My accessory
When I first picked up the ESR Geo Wallet Boost last year, I had a thought: I was either living in the future or an absolute moron for plugging my wallet into a wall charger. Obviously, charging your wallet sounds like a massive hassle on paper, but after using it off and on, I can confidently say the functionality you get is completely worth the minor inconvenience of charging, as it feels more like charging a Kindle here and there vs something you really worry/think about. more…08:15 pmBridge more Apple Home & Matter devices with Homebridge 2.0
After years in beta, Homebridge 2.0 brings support for even more devices to Apple Home, as well as other Matter platforms. Here's what's new.Homebridge 2.0 brings Matter support to help bridge the future of smart home devicesHomebridge launched in 2015 with the simple goal of bridging unsupported devices into Apple Home. With plugins, this locally-run server would allow many devices like Dyson fans or Ring cameras to work in the Apple Home app.In 2018, AppleInsider created a helpful tutorial on how you could make your very own HomeKit Secure Video-enabled camera. This was a time when supported models were few and far between. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:09 pmT-Mobile Customers Can Now Use Satellite Connectivity in Canada and New Zealand
T-Mobile's Starlink satellite connectivity is now available for T-Mobile users who are traveling in Canada and New Zealand. T-Mobile users have previously had access to cellular connectivity through roaming agreements in Canada and New Zealand, and now T-Satellite connectivity is included. Canada satellite coverage is enabled through Rogers Satellite, and in New Zealand, satellite coverage is provided by One NZ. Both Rogers and One NZ have agreements with Starlink provider SpaceX. T-Mobile updated its website to mention satellite roaming last week, and the company says that support for other locations will be coming in the future. T-Mobile is working with global roaming partners and SpaceX to expand T-Satellite. T-Satellite is available to T-Mobile subscribers in the continental U.S., Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and parts of southern Alaska. It is also now available in Canada and New Zealand, with a coverage map available on the T-Mobile website. Rogers and One NZ customers can also use T-Satellite when traveling in the United States as part of the new partnership. T-Mobile's satellite connectivity launched in July 2025 after several months of beta testing, and it is compatible with the iPhone 13 and later. In October 2025, T-Mobile added support for using satellite data with some third-party apps, an option not available with Apple's built-in satellite feature on the iPhone 14 and later. Like Apple's satellite option, T-Satellite kicks in when users do not have a Wi-Fi or cellular connection available. A view of open sky is required to establish connectivity, but there is no need to manually hold an iPhone to the sky to connect as there is with Apple's implementation. T-Satellite works on Apple iPhones, and it can be used alongside the native satellite connectivity. Satellite service is included in T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plans, and is priced at $10 per line for other T-Mobile plans. Smartphone users without T-Mobile service can sign up for T-Satellite for $10 per month.Tag: T-MobileThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:52 pmiPhone 18 Pro: Six new features are coming later this year
This fall’s iPhone 18 lineup will bring a brand new ‘iPhone Ultra’ foldable, but the most popular models will no doubt be the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. Here are six new features rumored for iPhone 18 Pro. more…07:49 pmiOS 26.5 RC sets up support for app sideloading in Brazil
Following a decision from Brazil’s competition watchdog last year, Apple is now gearing up to allow app sideloading in the country. Here are the details. more…07:33 pmiOS 27 tipped to get new ‘Create a Pass’ feature in Wallet
Macworld A new report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg sheds a little more light on a previously-rumored feature coming to iOS 27 later this year. The feature, called “Create a Pass,” will let users turn their physical tickets, passes, and membership cards into digital cards in Apple Wallet. According to the report, the process will involve pressing the same “+” button to add a card, much like you do today. But instead of just debit/credit or transit cards, you’ll have a new Create a Pass option. Today, passes are added to Wallet primarily through third-party apps via Apple’s wallet frameworks. This new feature will let you scan a QR code on a physical pass or enter the details manually. You’ll be able to customize image, colors, style, and text for the Wallet passes, but they’ll each have an overall color to denote their type: membership cards in blue, event passes in purple, and orange for all other kinds of passes and tickets (perhaps a coupon or discount code). iOS 27 is expected to be light on major new features and design changes, instead focusing on cleaning up code for better efficiency and reliability. The big exception is the new Siri and it’s associated AI features throughout Apple apps. The new OS will be unveiled at WWDC on June 8.07:13 pmApple could remove a key iPhone Wallet app limitation with iOS 27
A new report claims iOS 27 will bring a long-requested upgrade to the iPhone's Apple Wallet app that'll remove an irritating limitation. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)07:08 pmMaintenance: Scheduled platform upgrade
Status: ScheduledWe will perform a routine framework upgrade to keep the Zapier platform secure and up to date. No downtime is expected. You may notice brief disruption while trying to log in to Zapier for up to a minute. Affected components Login (Under maintenance)07:02 pmU.S. weekly jobless claims plunge to lowest level in more than 50 years
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits has fallen to its lowest level in more than 50 years. This week’s new jobless claims… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:33 pmiOS 26.5 adds beautiful wallpapers for your iPhone, here’s what’s new
iOS 26.5 is launching very soon, and the RC that debuted today revealed that Apple’s latest Pride wallpaper actually comes in 11 colorful variations, plus a custom option for creating your own. more…06:30 pmApple Wallet will let you make your own passes in iOS 27
The Apple Wallet will allow users to create passes in iOS 27, taking QR passes from physical passes to create digital versions.Apple WalletThe Apple Wallet can be used to handle credit and debit cards, store cards, digital keys, and digital passes from third-party apps. However, not everyone who provides users with passes does so while supporting the Apple Wallet.In iOS 27, that will change, as Bloomberg reports that Apple will be adding a pass-building tool. People familiar with the feature explain that users can generate a custom pass for Apple Wallet from a QR code. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:29 pm25+ Places to List Your iOS App Right Now (Free & Paid)
If you’ve built an iOS app and aren’t listing it beyond the App Store, you’re leaving discoverability on the table. Here’s a focused list of platforms worth your time. No fluff, no AI tool directories. Legend: (F) Free · (P) Paid · (F/P) Both Built an iOS app? Submit it to Stamped, a curated discovery […]06:25 pmApple’s iOS 27 Wallet upgrade: Users will finally be able to create their own custom passes | Mac Daily NewsApple’s iOS 27 Wallet upgrade: Users will finally be able to create their own custom passes
Apple is set to give the Wallet app a major boost in iOS 27 with a new “Create a Pass” feature that lets users build and customize their own… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:14 pmiOS 26.5 Brings End-to-End Encryption to iPhone-Android RCS Messages
End-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages between iPhone and Android devices is coming in iOS 26.5, Apple confirmed today. The feature is listed in Apple's iOS 26.5 release notes. Apple says end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging remains in beta even though it is being released in iOS 26.5. The feature is available with supported carriers and will roll out over time, and for conversations to be encrypted, both the receiver and the sender must use a carrier that supports the latest version of RCS. End-to-end encryption is on by default, and there is a toggle for it in the Messages section of the Settings app. Encrypted messages are denoted with a small lock symbol. Testing of E2EE for RCS began in iOS 26.4, but Apple did not launch the feature in the iOS 26.4 update. It returned in the iOS 26.5 beta, and has been available throughout the beta testing process. E2EE means that messages sent between devices cannot be intercepted and read by a third party. As of now, RCS messages sent between Android and iPhone users do not have E2EE, but iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, macOS Tahoe 26.5, and watchOS 26.5 will put Android/iPhone conversations on par with iPhone to iPhone conversations that are encrypted through iMessage. Apple worked with the GSM Association to implement E2EE for RCS messages. E2EE is part of the RCS Universal Profile 3.0, published with Apple's help and built on the Messaging Layer Security protocol. RCS Universal Profile 3.0 also includes editing and deleting messages, cross-platform Tapback support, and replying to specific messages inline during cross-platform conversations.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tags: Android, RCSRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:13 pmHere’s when Apple will launch iOS 26.5
The iOS 26.5 release date is likely next week! Here's what to expect when Apple introduces the next new iPhone software update. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:01 pmiOS 27 Will Let You Create Custom Wallet Passes
Back in April, we highlighted a new add-your-own card Wallet app option coming in iOS 27, and now Bloomberg has shared additional information. At the time, we said Apple was working on a feature that would let users generate digital passes from scans of things like movie tickets, concert passes, and gym membership cards. The option will be called "Create a Pass," and it will bridge the gap between the Wallet app and passes that are not compatible with it. Users will be able to tap on the "+" button in the Wallet app and then scan a QR code on a pass or ticket if one is available. If there is no QR code available, there will be an option to create a custom pass. Text in the app suggests the feature will work for tickets, memberships, gift cards, and more. There are three pass types, each with a different color. Apple is using purple for events, blue for memberships, and orange for other types of passes. Users will be able to customize images, colors and style, and text on the digital passes. The new Wallet option is one of many features coming in iOS 27, which will be previewed at Apple's June WWDC event. More information on what to expect from iOS 27 can be found in our roundup.Related Roundup: iOS 27Tag: Apple WalletThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:00 pmiOS 27: Apple Wallet adding new ‘Create a Pass’ feature, per report
iOS 27 is again rumored to include a useful new feature for the Wallet app. A new report today says iOS 27 will add a “Create a Pass” feature to the Wallet app, allowing users to convert physical passes to digital ones. Here’s how it will work. more…05:50 pmIs suggested ad pricing from Apple reliable?
I am looking into Apple Ads (not committed to anything) and saw when making a campaign they suggest a per tap price. Mine was $1.65. I was thinking of going lower than that as I am a solo developer and want to get more bang for the little amount I would be investing currently. My […]05:41 pmApple confirms iOS 26.5 Messages app adds RCS end-to-end encryption
iOS 26.5’s RC is available now, along with official release notes, and with them Apple has confirmed that the update will bring a key RCS upgrade to the Messages app. more…05:38 pmOpenAI releases a separate ChatGPT iOS app for schools and work organizations
OpenAI now has a new iOS app on the App Store, although it’s not quite Codex related. Instead, it’s a separate version of ChatGPT for iPhone and iPad created specifically for school and work organizations. more…05:30 pmiOS 26.5 expected this month with a handful of new features
Apple's iOS 26.5 is expected to arrive this May after more than a month of beta testing. As anticipated, the update is relatively minor… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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