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- 01:32 pmApple gears up for major iPhone camera transformation
Apple is reportedly gearing up for a major shift in its iPhone camera strategy, starting with the iPhone 18 Pro. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:20 pmIncoming CEO John Ternus has an opportunity to supercharge Apple – Gene Munster
Apple investors anticipated this CEO transition, as reflected in AAPL shares declining just 0.5% following the news that Tim Cook… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:15 pmApple is developing a 200MP iPhone camera, but we might not get it for a while
Macworld The iPhone 17 Pro has the best camera system Apple has ever fitted into a smartphone: three rear-facing lenses, each specced at 48MP, with a formidable zoom, advanced night, portrait, and macro modes, and sophisticated software tying it all together. But there may be a new iPhone camera on the horizon that will make even this seem underpowered. A new report reaffirms its author’s position that Apple is working on a 200MP periscope telephoto lens for a future iPhone model, and offers some thoughts on when that might see the light of day. The prolific leaker Digital Chat Station made the claim in a detail-light Weibo post this week, then engaged with questions in the comments: one commenter asked if the product would be available in 2027, and Digital Chat Station responded that it is “highly likely” to be 2028 instead. The theory of a 200MP lens coming to the iPhone isn’t new, and Digital Chat Station themselves discussed it in May last year. But it does make sense that Apple would be working on it, given that Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra already has such a lens, as does the Galaxy Z Fold 7: these two phones (or even more advanced successor devices) will present formidable competition to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra/Fold respectively when they come out later this year. It’s long been Apple’s philosophy that competing on tech specs is unwise, and that it makes sense to focus more on the experience than the underlying numbers. Having a spec of 200MP, for that matter, doesn’t necessarily guarantee noticeably better photographs than are possible with the 17 Pro’s 48MP lenses. (We’ve been trying to debunk the megapixel myth for decades.) But the disparity in such statistics can sometimes become so stark that it affects consumer interest, and Apple is likely to want to counter with an innovation of its own in the next few years. That the Cupertino company should be exploring the idea of 200MP camera lenses isn’t, therefore, a shock. But the timeline is a little more interesting. Digital Chat Station has flip-flopped somewhat on this topic, veering between claims that it will arrive in time for the iPhone 19 Pro in 2027 or the generation after. Weibo leakers are incentivised to churn out plenty of predictions, so it’s probably best to take this one with a pinch of salt until we have corroborating evidence from elsewhere. For all the latest news and rumors about this fall’s new phones, bookmark our regularly updated guides to the iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone Ultra.01:09 pmVision Pro Creator Mike Rockwell Has Considered Leaving Apple
Mike Rockwell, the Apple executive who led development of the Vision Pro and is now in charge of rebuilding Siri, has considered leaving the company or moving into an advisory role as soon as next year, according to a new Bloomberg report by Mark Gurman. Rockwell is said to have reservations about reporting to his new boss, software chief Craig Federighi, and wants a bigger remit than the one he currently has, according to people with knowledge of the matter who spoke to Gurman. Rockwell was apparently once lined up for a role defining Apple's product and AI roadmap – something close to a chief technology officer position – on the assumption that head-worn wearables would form the foundation of Apple's post-iPhone era. However, that trajectory has gone south because the Vision Pro has struggled to find a mainstream audience, with many put off by its $3,499 price tag and physical heft. Apple is still developing smart glasses and other wearables, but the picture for Rockwell is decidedly murkier than it once was. Rockwell took on the Siri project in March 2025 as part of a wider reshuffle, after Tim Cook lost confidence in the AI work being done under former AI chief John Giannandrea and reassigned the voice assistant away from his team. Gurman reports that Rockwell is unlikely to walk away before finishing the Siri overhaul, which is now expected to arrive as part of iOS 27. He is one of several senior Apple figures who are said to be weighing their next move as John Ternus prepares to take over from CEO Tim Cook in September. Among them is retail and HR chief Deirdre O'Brien, who has told colleagues she is considering retirement, while government affairs head Kate Adams is set to retire later this year. Marketing boss Greg Joswiak, App Store head Phil Schiller, and services chief Eddy Cue are all approaching four decades at the company, raising the prospect of further departures during Ternus's watch. Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProTag: BloombergBuyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:06 pmAnalytics Engine API increased errors
Apr 22, 13:06 UTCMonitoring - A fix has been implemented and we are monitoring the results.Apr 22, 13:01 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues with the Analytics Engine API. Some customers may be seeing an increase of 5xx errors. We are working to mitigate the problem, more updates to follow shortly.01:00 pmKodebits Day 10: Protocol Extension [FREE]
Default behavior from protocol extensions keeps code small and reusable.01:00 pmPioneer bringing a premium CarPlay feature to existing cars [U]
Pioneer was first to bring Apple CarPlay to existing cars in 2014, and now the company is pulling off another CarPlay first. The new Pioneer Sphera is the first system with aftermarket Dolby Atmos support. more…12:44 pmIssues with Apple dev account
I'm trying to enroll in the Apple Developer Program as an Individual but I keep getting stuck with this generic error: "We are unable to process your request. An unknown error occurred." What I've already set up correctly: My Apple ID country/region is set to my country Payment method and shipping address are also set […]12:35 pmTap to Pay on iPhone lands in Malaysia, but not yet in Apple’s own store
Tap to Pay on iPhone has today launched in Malaysia as Apple continues the rollout of the service aimed at small businesses. Interestingly, the iPhone maker is slightly lagging behind when it comes to acceptance of its own payment terminal solution … more…12:17 pmWhere Apple products are assembled, and where parts come from
Making an iPhone or iPad is a global effort, with companies across North America, Europe, and Asia contributing to every stage of the process. Here's how it all fits into place.Apple products are assembled in multiple countries.Apple relies on multiple supply chain partners, with assembly plants located throughout the world. The United States' ever-changing tariff policies throughout 2025 affected everyone, from consumers to corporations. It made us more aware of where a given product was made.While the average person had to figure out the extra fees they had to pay for orders from China, Apple had to find ways of diversifying its already complex supply chain. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:09 pmiPhone 18 Pro to Kick Off Apple's Four-Part Camera Upgrade Plan
Apple is evaluating four camera upgrades for future iPhone models, with the first new feature scheduled for this year's iPhone 18 Pro models, according to a reputable Chinese leaker. The Weibo-based account Digital Chat Station claims that Apple has implementation plans for the following upgrades: Variable aperture 1/1.12-inch "ultra-large" main camera sensor Enhanced optical image stabilization for ultra-wide lens 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens The variable aperture is widely rumored to be introduced with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, expected to launch this September. Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported in December 2024 that the main rear camera on both iPhone 18 Pro models will offer variable aperture. More recently in October, a report claimed that Apple is moving ahead with those plans and was discussing components with suppliers. Apple has never implemented a variable aperture on an iPhone. From the iPhone 14 Pro through the iPhone 17 Pro, the main camera uses a fixed ƒ/1.78 aperture, meaning the lens remains fully open at all times when capturing images. In contrast, a variable aperture lets the camera control how much light reaches the sensor. In low-light conditions, it opens to admit more light, while in bright scenes, it closes to avoid overexposure. This should also give users more control over depth of field. The other camera upgrades the leaker mentioned appear to be ones that Apple is testing for future models beyond the iPhone 18 Pro, with an unclear timeline for implementation. Regarding the "ultra-large" main sensor, the 1/1.12-inch label is based on a legacy optical format, not a literal measurement. It dates back to video camera tubes, so the number doesn't correspond directly to the sensor's physical width. In practice, a 1/1.12-inch sensor has a diagonal of around 14.5mm – far smaller than the label might suggest, but very large by smartphone standards. It's the same size as Sony's LYTIA LYT-901, which is shipping in the Vivo X300 Ultra. It's significantly larger than the 1/1.28-inch main sensor the iPhone 17 Pro models use, and would offer improved low-light performance, dynamic range, and signal-to-noise ratio. As for the 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens, Digital Chat Station has mentioned multiple times that Apple is studying the technology, but they recently said it is unlikely to feature in an iPhone before 2028. Digital Chat Station has more than three million followers on Weibo, and has a track record of accurately leaking Apple-related information. For example, they accurately revealed the overall design of the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro, as well as the triple 48-megapixel rear camera system of the iPhone 17 Pro. Recently, the leaker claimed Apple's first foldable, expected to arrive alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models, will be called "iPhone Ultra."Related Roundup: iPhone 18 ProTag: Digital Chat StationThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:00 pmFOMO Driving GPU Overbuying, 95% of Capacity Idle
Enterprise AI demand is rising, but most GPU capacity remains idle, exposing costly overbuying and inefficiencies. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.11:47 am‘The MacBook Pro for Linux users’ both copies and contrasts with Apple
The new Framework Laptop 13 Pro has been described by the company’s CEO as “the MacBook Pro for Linux users” (though you can also run Windows on it). It even claims to beat the 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro for battery life. The new machine copies a number of key Apple features, but is the complete opposite in terms of its underlying philosophy … more…11:14 amWhen he was hired, Ternus wasn't sure he even belonged at Apple
Just years after wrecking his university's first and only milling machine, John Ternus was intimidated when he first joined Apple and wasn't sure he belonged.John Ternus speaking in 2024 - image credit: University of Pennsylvania engineering schoolWhen John Ternus becomes CEO on September 1, 2026, he will have been at Apple for a quarter of a century. Ahead of even the speculation that he would succeed Tim Cook, he gave a speech about how "exhilarating and intimidating" it had felt when he first joined Apple."I wasn't sure I belonged there," he told students at the University of Pennsylvania's engineering school in 2024. "The people I met were so smart and so confident, and they knew so much more than me, but I'll always be grateful that I wasn't afraid to ask for help when I needed it." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:08 amThis is Ternus’ biggest challenge, as he and Cook notch up key win
We learned yesterday that Apple was at risk of losing Mike Rockwell, the exec tasked with rescuing the new Siri project after Tim Cook lost confidence in former AI head John Giannandrea. A deal appears to have been struck to retain Rockwell long enough to deliver the Siri upgrade, and Ternus and Cook also notched up an even important retention win … more…11:00 amThe end of the iPad has begun
Macworld Later this year, the MacBook Pro is expected to undergo one of its most significant transformations ever with a touchscreen OLED display. At around the same time, the iPhone Fold will bring a tablet-sized screen to Apple’s handset for the first time. For years, Apple has resisted the temptation to replicate iPad features on other devices. The iPad Pro can basically mimic a MacBook thanks to its M-series chip, Magic Keyboard, and iPadOS 26, but none of Apple’s other devices can compete with the iPad’s capabilities. The iPhone is too small. The Mac is too keyboard-centric. However, while Apple’s laptops and tablets have been largely evolving along parallel lines, they’re now seemingly en route to an intersection. The looming strategy shift suggests that Apple is thinking differently behind the scenes. iPads and MacBooks are actively borrowing hardware and software features from each other, and, at this pace, they could realistically become a single product within a few generations. Similar to how the iPhone rendered the iPod redundant, Apple’s upcoming touchscreen products appear to be starting to dig the iPad’s grave. A new Pro in town Over the past few years, Apple’s tablets have gained laptop-like features, allowing users to use them as hybrid desktop machines. The iPad Pro now boasts the latest M5 Mac chip, a landscape-positioned front camera, and support for the Magic Keyboard, which includes a responsive trackpad. The next-gen model could even introduce an advanced thermal management system to sustain more demanding processing. It’s pretty clear that Apple wants the iPad to look and function like a laptop at this point. Meanwhile, the redesigned MacBook Pro will likely offer a slimmer shell and OLED touchscreen, bringing its form factor closer to an iPad Pro. That’s not to mention that Apple code has revealed in the past that the company is testing 5G-enabled MacBooks, so the overhauled model could potentially pack an in-house cellular modem, too. A touchscreen MacBook is one step closer to making the iPad Pro irrelevant.Foundry So, in terms of hardware, we’re looking at two very similar machines. But hardware isn’t what sets the MacBook and iPad apart; it’s software. iPadOS 26 already introduced a ton of macOS features, including a proper cursor, a menu bar, traffic light buttons, background tasks, more flexible app windows, etc. The operating system now also runs certain desktop-class apps from Apple and third parties, such as pro media editors. Nevertheless, it’s ultimately a mobile OS that doesn’t support sideloading apps, Mac-only software, terminal commands, extensive file management, and so on. On the other hand, the touchscreen MacBook Pro will reportedly offer a touch-tuned UI that dynamically adapts to user input. The OS will seemingly offer larger buttons when users tap on the display and revert to the classic look when opting for point-and-click input. In this case, macOS 27 could effectively bridge the software gap between Macs and iPads by offering the best of both worlds: advanced desktop features and a simpler layout for touch controls. The Neo is the new Air With the MacBook Neo selling for $599 (or $499 from the education storefront), Apple is enticing students and youngsters to opt for a Mac instead of an iPad as their first school device. For the same price, they can either buy an 11-inch iPad Air or a MacBook Neo. For getting work done, the choice is obvious. Kids who might have wanted an iPad Air will likely opt for a MacBook Neo now.Foundry If the touchscreen Pro is successful, it’s almost certain to expand to the Air and the Neo, making it even harder to justify buying an entry-level iPad. We’ve seen it before with the iPhone X, which started as a higher-end model alongside the iPhone 8, but quickly expanded to cheaper iPhones, such as the iPhone XR and iPhone 11, and eventually the cheapest iPhone 16e. The same goes for the iPad mini, which is in danger of being eclipsed by the iPhone Fold. For one, iPadOS is increasingly gaining desktop-like features that make more sense on larger screens. And those who want a small book-like tablet will surely opt for an iPhone Fold instead, which is expected to cost roughly what you’d pay for a mini and an iPhone Pro. A slow demise It’s likely that the Mac will be around longer than the iPad.Foundry Of course, Apple isn’t just going to suddenly stop making iPads next year. While most of Apple’s revenue comes from iPhones, Services, wearables, and Macs, the iPad continues to dominate the tablet market, and it’s not going anywhere just yet. The touchscreen MacBook Pro launching later this year or in early 2027 is just another step. It took Apple some 15 years to retire the iPod following the original iPhone’s debut, and it will likely take a similar path here. But the writing is on the wall. After more than 15 years, the iPad is finally facing some serious competition, not from third-party tablet makers but from Apple itself. And as we’ve seen before, that story never ends well.10:22 amSEA (Seattle) on 2026-04-23
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Macworld After 15 years at the helm, Tim Cook is finally stepping down as Apple CEO. In his stead will be John Ternus, an Apple veteran who most recently served as Apple’s head hardware honcho and has been knocking around the Cupertino hallways for most of his adult life. If there’s anyone who knows Apple as well as Cook, it’s Ternus. The transition won’t happen straight away. WWDC26 in June will be Cook’s last Apple event, with Ternus taking over on September 1, just before the iPhone 18 Pro is revealed. That’s a pretty significant time for a changeover. What can we expect going forward? Tim Cook was effusive in his praise of Ternus, saying, “John Ternus has the mind of an engineer, the soul of an innovator, and the heart to lead with integrity and with honor. He is a visionary whose contributions to Apple over 25 years are already too numerous to count, and he is without question the right person to lead Apple into the future.” But what will the John Ternus era really look like? Will he be able to correct Apple’s mistakes and put the company on the path to further prosperity? And what will that future look like for you? I’ve gazed into the tea leaves, examined my fair share of entrails and read every palm I can find to see if I can work it all out. Here’s what I reckon we could be in for. Who is John Ternus? Until being named as incoming CEO, John Ternus was Apple’s Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, and he’s overseen the physical products that have made Apple such a success. (Apple announced that Johny Srouji will succeed Ternus as hardware chief.) He first joined Apple in 2001 as part of the company’s product design team, with a particular focus on the much-loved Cinema Display. He graduated to Vice President of Hardware Engineering in 2013 and was then promoted to Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering in 2021. As the hardware engineering lead, he at first handled Apple’s AirPods, iPad and Mac hardware divisions. iPhone hardware was added to that roster in 2020, with the Apple Watch being put under his purview in 2022. He also played a leading role in Apple’s transition away from Intel processors and towards Apple silicon, taking to the stage and conducting interviews to promote the new chips. And since the ouster of John Giannandrea as Apple’s AI chief in 2025, the company’s secret robotics projects have been moved under Ternus’s aegis, too. John Ternus played an instrumental role in the Apple silicon transition for the Mac.Apple Right now, he’s one of the youngest members of Apple’s senior leadership team. He’ll be 51 years old when he ascends to the Apple throne–almost the exact same age as Tim Cook was when he became CEO in 2011, 15 years ago. That tells you that in making this move, Apple is planning for the long haul. If all goes well for the company, Ternus could be in charge for the next decade and a half, if not more. The John Ternus era Tim Cook is many things, but unlike Steve Jobs, he’s never truly been a product person. Ternus is a hardware guy through and through, however, and this could help him fix some of Apple’s most pressing problems, such as its floundering Vision Pro and how it makes its forthcoming augmented reality glasses a rip-roaring success. On that topic, it’s worth noting that the first role Ternus took on after graduating from university was at Virtual Research Systems, a company focused on making virtual reality headsets and other devices. Could that give him uncommon insight into how Apple can set the beleaguered Vision Pro on the right path? Maybe, maybe not. Ternus left Virtual Research Systems to join Apple in 2001, and a huge amount has changed in the VR world since then. At the same time, Ternus was at Apple during the entire Vision Pro creation process and would have had a strong role in its development. If he were present in a leadership position during that time, would much change now that he’s set to head up the company? I wouldn’t rule it out. His nature as a product person could give him the ideas and vision to correct course now that he’s got more power concentrated in his hands. It could also be exactly what’s needed to steer the long-rumored Apple smartglasses to a successful launch. And there’s an encouraging tidbit from a New York Times profile of Ternus from earlier this year. There, it was noted that around 2018, Apple was thinking of adding a LiDAR Scanner to its iPhones but was concerned that the relatively expensive $40 component would eat into its profits. Ternus proposed that the part could be limited to the Pro models and excluded from the entry-level iPhones. But crucially, he didn’t do this purely because he was looking out for Apple’s bottom line. According to the Times’ profile, Ternus’s reasoning was that the Pro-level iPhones “tended to be purchased by Apple’s most loyal customers, who would be excited about new technology. Average consumers, on the other hand, probably wouldn’t care.” That’s telling because it reveals Ternus’s sure-footed understanding of Apple’s customers and what they do and do not care about. John Ternus seems to have an understanding of Apple customers and what they want in their products.Apple Apple is often accused of being so obsessed with being the best that it becomes too premium, making its devices unaffordable for most people. But if Ternus can take the insight demonstrated in the Times’ profile and apply it to the rest of Apple’s products going forward, we can perhaps hope for a company that remains strongly in touch with what its base wants. Ternus has also come out swinging in the right to repair debate, saying that Apple’s aim is to improve product durability rather than increase repairability, which can add points of failure and “unintended consequences that are worse for the consumer and worse for the planet.” That doesn’t mean repairability concerns will be thrown by the wayside — the MacBook Neo, after all, is one of the most repairable Apple devices in years. Yet with Ternus’s focus on device quality and longevity, the emphasis will likely be placed elsewhere. More than just hardware Ternus’s tenure as hardware chief hasn’t been perfect, of course. He pushed hard for infamous missteps like the MacBook Pro’s Touch Bar and butterfly keyboard, both of which are now viewed as major missteps. There are unanswered questions, like whether he holds the same deep commitment to privacy, accessibility and environmental action as Tim Cook. It would be no surprise if he does, as it would be highly unusual for Cook to choose a successor who is not on board with these issues. But it’s still something of an unknown for now. Can John Ternus lead Apple into areas where the company has fallen short?Apple And for all of Ternus’s hardware expertise, many of Apple’s biggest problems lie in software, with AI and its Liquid Glass design being particularly front-of-mind. Yet even here, there are promising signs. Apple is a highly integrated company that controls both its hardware and software. You might be a “hardware person” like Ternus, but you’re not shut off in a quarantine, never to touch software. We can see that in Ternus’s own history. According to Bloomberg, Ternus was one of the strongest voices within Apple who pushed for the creation of iPadOS. Ternus argued that the iPad wouldn’t be able to live up to its potential and take advantage of its hardware capabilities if it did not have its own bespoke operating system. In other words, Ternus understood how hardware and software can help each other thrive. That’s the ideal mindset to have at a company like Apple. As well as that, one of Ternus’s extra roles is as “executive sponsor” for design. While that doesn’t mean he’s a designated design guru along the lines of Jony Ive or Alan Dye, it does mean that he’s tasked with handling design issues (both hardware and software) during executive meetings. So, while his focus has remained on hardware, he’s been dipping his toes into software issues for some time now. Interestingly, Apple’s most recent CEOs have all specialized in slightly different disciplines. For Jobs, it was design and marketing. For Cook, operations. And in Ternus’s case, it’s hardware. I know that’s something of a simplification, but it’ll be intriguing to see how Ternus’s background will impact the way he approaches his new job. With Tim Cook’s tenure coming to an end and John Ternus stepping further into the limelight, we could be on the cusp of major change at Apple. But given all we know about the company’s new CEO, from his passions and priorities to the way he is focused on hardware without excluding everything else, Apple looks to be in safe hands.09:49 amX Rolls Out AI-Powered Custom Timelines for Premium Users
X, formerly Twitter, has announced it is launching a custom timelines feature that allows users to pin specific topics to their home tab in the X app for iOS. The company says custom timelines are powered by Grok AI, which understands the social media platform's algorithm personalization so that timelines are tuned for individual users. Paying users will see an Add+ button appear next to the Following tab, with support for over 75 topics, ranging from design to robotics to real estate. X says Grok's filters work even better for topics a user already engages with. Early access to custom timelines is currently limited to Premium subscribers on iOS, with Android set to follow "soon." Ladies and gentlemen, today we're launching one of our biggest changes to Introducing Custom TimelinesThis feature allows you to pin a specific topic to your home tab. With support for over 75 topics, you can dive deep into your favorite niche on X.It's powered by Grok's… pic.twitter.com/9jkIEXvubj— Nikita Bier (@nikitabier) April 21, 2026 Today, X is also rolling out a tool to snooze topics on the For You tab, allowing users to tune out politics- or sports-related posts, for example.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:34 amCan someone in China check if my iOS app is visible on the App Store?
Hey everyone, I ran into a situation recently at an event where someone tried to look up my iOS app (StepOut) and couldn’t find it on the App Store. They mentioned their Apple ID / App Store region was set to China, so I started wondering if the app might not actually be available there, […]08:51 amApple Launches Tap to Pay on iPhone in Malaysia
Apple has announced the availability of Tap to Pay on iPhone in Malaysia, allowing independent sellers, small merchants, and large retailers in the region to use iPhones as a payment terminal. Tap to Pay allows iPhones to accept payments via Apple Pay, contactless credit and debit cards, and other digital wallets. All transactions are encrypted, and Apple has no information about what is purchased or the person who made the purchase. No additional hardware or credit card machine is required to use Tap to Pay on iPhone. The feature uses NFC technology to securely authenticate the contactless payments, plus the feature also supports PIN entry, which includes accessibility options. Starting today, ADAPTIS, Fiuu, HitPay, Stripe, and Zoho are the first payment platforms in Malaysia to bring Tap to Pay on iPhone to its merchants. Tap to Pay on iPhone will also be coming soon for checkout at Apple The Exchange TRX. Supported contactless debit and credit cards include American Express, JCB, Mastercard, MyDebit, UnionPay, and Visa. Tap to Pay on iPhone launched in February 2022 in the United States, and since then, Apple has expanded it to more than 50 countries and regions around the world.Tags: Malaysia, Tap to Pay on iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:30 amZone Activation Delays
Apr 22, 08:30 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is experiencing delays in activating customer sites. This does not impact existing active sites already in production. We are working to understand the full impact and mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.08:30 amBest Lightning Cables for iPhone 2026
Macworld Lightning ports were once ubiquitous across Apple’s iPhone and iPad line-up. Apple has switched fully to USB-C ports for its iPads, and from the iPhone 15 family onwards the Lightning port is now replaced by USB-C. But for iPhone versions 5 to 14, plus older AirPods cases and trusty Apple mice and keyboards, Lightning is the port you need a cable for. Cables get lost, “borrowed”, frayed and just broken, so despite its shift to Apple’s historical accessory drawer it remains a mainstay in a lot of homes and offices. Identify your device’s charging cable: on the left is USB-C and on the right Lightning.Simon Jary USB-C vs Lightning USB-C is now the universal cable connector, while Lightning is proprietary to older Apple products. USB-C is superior to Lightning in speed, power, and versatility. It can support up to 120Gbps data transfer and 240W charging, while Lightning is limited to 480Mbps (250 times slower) and between 20-30W. You can still fast-charge an iPhone or iPad using Lightning but the other end of the charging cable must be USB-C—so a “USB-C to Lightning” cable. iPhone 14 and older: Lightning iPhone 15 and later: USB-C iPads 2012-2021: Mostly Lightning AirPods before 2023: Mostly Lightning Apple Magic Mouse & Keyboard before 2024: Lightning For iPhones and older iPads that use the Lightning port, you can buy a cable that has a Lightning connector at one end and either full-size rectangular USB-A or the smaller, reversible USB-C connector at the other to plug into a charger. Using a USB-C charger rather than one with older USB-A allows for fast charging. Here we pick the best Lightning charging cables, including some that work with both older Lightning devices and newer USB-C models. Identify the charging end of the cable: on the left is USB-C and on the right old-type USB-A.Simon Jary If you still have a charger with a USB-A port, consider upgrading to a USB-C charger as iPhone fast-charging only works with a USB-C charger. The best setup for iPhones before the iPhone 15 is a USB-C charger and a USB-C to Lightning cable. Check out our tests for the best USB-C chargers for iPhone. As most Apple users will agree, one phone-charging cable is never enough. Whether it gets damaged through wear and tear, or it is misplaced, borrowed or stolen, you can guarantee it is never there when you need it. Third-party Apple-certified cables are more expensive than many online alternatives but we highly recommend you buy a certified cable, because cheap third-party alternatives have a nasty habit of suddenly deciding to stop working with your device. Moreover, they can be dangerous—here are some good reasons why you shouldn’t buy a cheap Lightning cable. There are exceptions, however, so a few of the cables recommended below have been tested by us but don’t have the MFi stamp of approval. These are clearly marked. If you’re forever buying new cables, you might also want to consider a magnetic wireless charger, with traditional docks, stands and pads as well as portable wireless chargers with built-in batteries now available. All current-generation iPhones support wireless charging, but do note that this is a slower process than charging via a cable (depending on your cable and adapter). MagSafe-compatible wireless chargers output at 7.5W while certified MagSafe and Qi2 chargers double that to 15W, and the latest Qi2 25W wireless chargers are nearly as fast as charging via a cable. iPhone 15/16/17 and USB-C iPad users should go to our roundup of the best USB-C charging cables for iPhone. Best Lightning cables for iPhone and iPad in 2026 Beats USB-C to Lightning Woven Cable – Best Lightning cable Pros Woven design Fast charge Choice of colors Price When Reviewed: $18.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $17.99 View Deal $18.99 View Deal $18.99 View Deal $18.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket USB type: USB-C Length: 0.8 inch (20cm), 5 feet (1.5m) MFi: Certified Fast charge: Yes Apple owns hip audio brand Beats but still allows it to make and sell better cables than it does. The Beats Woven Lightning Cable is a great example of this. It feels more robust in its braided form with a little half-inch sleeve at the connector end that should help keep it from bending too sharply, which is a primary cause of cables splitting over time. It’s also available in a range of three colors—black, white and red. Unless 3.3 feet (1 meter) is the perfect length for your Lightning cable, we think you’ll like the Apple-certified Beats USB-C to Lightning Woven Cable better. With the 5-foot (1.5m) version you get a length that’s half as long again for the same price as the Apple cable. And there’s a much shorter 0.8-inch (20cm) Beats Lightning Cable (Amazon) that isn’t any cheaper but will reduce cable clutter if you don’t need a long cable—for instance, when connecting to a power bank or nearby desktop charger. Sadly, the short Beats Lightning cable is in black only.08:00 amLifetime access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more is only $19.97
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Industry-high employee retention levels and executives holding their posts for decades are apparently going to be significant hurdles for incoming Apple CEO John Ternus.John Ternus can't invent a time machine fast enough, so he's going to have to pick new Apple leadership, eventually. Image source: AppleThere's been a trend in tech reporting that attempts to make every employment change from the top down a calamitous occasion. Whether it's a dozen engineers out of thousands leaving or executives being poached with insane pay packages, every departure is treated as a serious problem.I'm still not entirely sure why. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:53 amAMS (Amsterdam) on 2026-04-23
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This is not just a stylus pen; it’s a workflow upgrade. Simply press the Pencil Pro Ultra's Smart Switch to bounce between iOS and Android. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)12:20 amFirst MacBook Neo deal makes Apple’s budget laptop even more of a steal
It's already a great deal, but shaving a few bucks of the MacBook Neo makes it even more attractive to laptop buyers. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)12:08 amSonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDock review: All of the speed, all of the ports
The Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDock is a fantastic port and storage expansion for new Mac users, and isn't pinched for bandwidth.Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDockWe get a lot of docks in for review. A lot.In many cases, we see docks with a lot of ports, but they connect over 10 gigabit per second USB-C. Worse, downstream ports are listed as providing that same 10 Gbit/sec. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:02 amApple executive in charge of Siri revamp has considered stepping back, report says
Bloomberg reports that amid recent leadership changes at Apple, Mike Rockwell, who created the Vision Pro and now oversees efforts to revamp Siri, has considered leaving or reducing his role at the company. Here are the details. more…Tuesday April 2111:53 pmLatest 'Star Wars' movie cut unnecessary costs by using Apple Vision Pro
Director Jon Favreau says a specialized app let him better frame IMAX shots using a virtual theater environment in Apple Vision Pro. He cites it as one method to cut back on reshoots and reduce costs.Apple Vision Pro could become a useful tool in filmmakingFilmmaking has only become more and more expensive even as commercialized tools make the medium more accessible. It's easier than ever to grab a smartphone and shoot some footage, but reaching Hollywood calibre isn't so simple.In an interview conducted by The Town podcast during Cinemacon, Jon Favreau discussed ways that technology was helping reduce costs in filmmaking. One of the tools he mentioned was Apple Vision Pro. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:53 pmVIE (Vienna) on 2026-04-23
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While it had long been expected that John Turnus would succeed Tim Cook as Apple’s CEO, a key detail in the transition process shows that the company can still keep things under wraps when it counts. Here’s why. more…10:52 pmEZE (Buenos Aires) on 2026-04-23
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In an all-hands meeting with Apple employees, John Ternus and Tim Cook express excitement about the incredible products to come. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)09:26 pmTim Cook reassures Apple employees: ‘I’m healthy’ and plans to serve as Executive Chairman for a long time | Mac Daily NewsTim Cook reassures Apple employees: ‘I’m healthy’ and plans to serve as Executive Chairman for a long time
Apple CEO Tim Cook addressed concerns about his health and future role during an all-hands meeting with employees on Tuesday. Cook, who… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:17 pmMacRumors Readers React to Tim Cook Stepping Down as CEO
Apple yesterday announced that longtime Apple CEO Tim Cook is planning to step down from his role later this year, with current hardware engineering chief John Ternus set to take over as CEO. We've seen media reports suggesting Ternus will bring Jobs-like decisiveness back to Apple, as well as reactions from top world leaders, but we thought we'd also highlight what MacRumors readers think of the transition. Reactions on the MacRumors forums run the gamut from positive to negative, with some people praising Cook for everything he's done for Apple, and others celebrating his departure from the role. From Cook fans: nfl46 - Thank you, Tim! He left John in a reallyyyyyyy good financial position! RMMediccc - Thanks for being the right guy at the right time Tim. You will be missed, but it was time and you are making the correct call just as Steve did. DocMultimedia - Congrats to Mr. Cook for amazing growth for Apple over so many years. Hopefully Apple will continue to grow under Mr. Ternus. So much respect for both (unlike many on this forum). Adelphos33 - A lot of... let's say disappointing responses. Cook became COO on October 14, 2005. One of the best and most important executives of all time. He made a lot of people very wealthy, and not just Apple employees. A personally pioneering one as well. KPOM - Tim Cook will go down as one of the best CEOs to lead a Fortune 500. I expect he'll stay on as executive chairman at least until January 2029 as he is Apple's ambassador to the world of politics. transpo1 - Cook was the right guy for the job at the right time. He could never do what Jobs did, and Jobs could never do what Cook did. Jobs told him "Don't do what I would do, do what you would do," and like it or not, he made wildly profitable decisions that enabled the company to keep moving forward from a position of enormous success. From Cook critics: Kylo83 - good, hopefully we actually see real change now firstcitazen - Ding Dong the .... iPedro - But Tim Cook was anything but a visionary and he completely missed what Steve Jobs intended for Siri, which debuted in the iPhone the day before his death. New blood is needed and an engineer who's a stickler for detail is a great place to start. turbineseaplane - Party time!!! 🥳 Fantastic news. It's time for some fresh ideology, I hope. Anonymous123 - Good riddance. Glad to see the penny pincher finally gone. Hope this marks a new, better direction for Apple. Less focus on services and ads, more focus on higher quality software and hardware, please. gleepskip - Tim Cook is so dull, his memoirs would be an autobiography titled "Supply Chain Optimization: A Love Story." delsoul - Does this mean we'll finally get some ballsy, new daring products instead of trying to appease the shareholders nonstop with boring stale products superarijit - He got fired, pure and simple, PR free. Why? Imagine the utter billions he lost on failed Apple Intelligence, Apple Car, Apple Vision Pro and more. Crap software, same hardware every year. He's lucky that iphone saved him each and every time. tgurske - Thank god. I don't know why Jobs picked a Toyota Camry to be CEO but I can't wait for someone interesting to get in there. iMac The Knife - Hip hip hooray! Cook ended up being the worst possible choice to succeed Steve Jobs as Apple's CEO - at least in terms of product design, user experience, and genuine innovation. HiVolt - It's finally happening. I really hope Ternus can make things better, and at least he will have a more interesting personality than a potted plant. From Ternus fans: Nismo73 - John's the guy for the job. Congrats! venom600 - Awesome... glad to have a hardware guy in charge. aj8690 - MAKE CEOs HOT AGAIN spritle - THE TERNUSATOR! jonnyb098 - Best Apple News in a while. Apple needs a product visionary after 5 years of stagnation (Vision Pro is not a consumer hit at all nor do most know it exists). Tim made the company a behemoth but that comes with risks. John is a product guy and that's what Apple needs now. fant0mas - I like that John doesn't wear white shoes though... his taste in this regard seems better than Tim's. Hope this means that the OS designs will improve again as well. General comments: terminator-jq - Tim Cook had very big shoes to fill, but ultimately he did great work in making Apple one of the most valuable companies worldwide. That being said the change and CEO could not have come at a better time. Smart phones have stagnated and we are quickly approaching the new augmented reality era. If Apple is going to maintain this leadership position through this transition, having a hardware guy at the helm might be their best bet. Brother Cavil - People expecting meaningful change from Ternus are in for a world of disappointment. If you pop your head outside the delusional MacRumors bubble, people LOVE their Apple products. He has no incentive to fix what isn't broken. Quite the opposite. erikkfi - You can't look at Apple's revenue and sales graph since 2011 and argue that Tim was an unsuccessful CEO on a metric that, like it or not, is really important. Since 2011 Apple has lost its flair, imagination, and verve, though, while still making very good, buttoned-down products that sell like crazy. I don't think they make many viscerally desirable products anymore. I hope a change at the top can help with that, but I don't know much about Ternus' taste and where he falls on a hypothetical Steve-Tim spectrum. jon9091 - Can he take Liquid Glass with him? turbineseaplane - Feel free to take the Vision Pro with you on the way out the door. That was quite the dud Tim. GermanSuplex - Negativity aside, Cook had a good run but it's time for a change. I expect the foldable iPhone will deliver a hardware "wow" factor that's been missing, and it's got a big hole to dig itself out of, but if they can overdeliver on their revamped Siri, that would be a good way to kickstart this guy's stint. macduke - Finally, and someone "younger." Between this and the liquid ass guy leaving and Apple hiring the excellent designer Sebastiaan de With, I'm hopeful for the future of Apple. They just need to get their AI ducks in a row. But nothing wrong with paying for a model they can keep in-house and customize. AnInanimateCarbonRod - I'm grateful for his time as CEO. Apple's ecosystem is still by far and away the only one I want to be in. iPhones, iPads and the Mac are still the best products in their class. MacBook Neo has totally upended the low-end market and put everyone else to shame. Apple Silicon is incredible engineering and an industry wide game changer. They haven't wavered from their commitment to privacy - and remain the only tech company I actually trust with my data. I could go on and on - AirPods, Apple TV, etc. - all fantastic successes in their own right. mk313 - Man, what are the macrumors commenters going to complain about now! mjschabow - Future Hot Take: "Tim Cook never would have allowed this." Tim Cook is set to step down as CEO on September 1, 2026, which is when Ternus will take over. Cook will remain at Apple as executive chairman, a role he intends to hold "for a long time."Tags: John Ternus, Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:09 pmWhatsApp testing multi-chat AI summaries for unread messages
Meta is expanding its in-app AI-powered summaries feature on WhatsApp to include unread context across multiple chats. Here are the details. more…08:53 pmDon’t use ai to build apps
AI can build apps fast but most don’t hold up. They look decent at first, but feel generic, miss key UX details, and fall apart when you try to scale or add real features. A solid dev and design team isn’t just building screens they’re thinking about user behavior, flow, and long term performance. AI […]08:45 pmTech leaders, Trump, and more react to Tim Cook stepping down as Apple CEO
Apple announced its major leadership transition yesterday, with John Ternus officially set to take over as CEO from Tim Cook later this year. Following that announcement, tech leaders (and others) have taken to social media to congratulate Cook on the news. more…08:31 pmApple TV executive behind ‘Monarch: Legacy of Monsters’ leaves for Amazon
Oliver Jones, an Apple TV executive who worked on shows including Masters of the Air and Disclaimer over the past six years, is leaving for Amazon MGM Studios. Here are the details. more…08:30 pmHere's What's New in iOS 26.5 So Far
iOS 26.5 has been in beta since late March, with a third beta released this week. The update is relatively minor so far, which is not too surprising given that Apple is starting to shift its focus towards iOS 27. Apple will unveil iOS 27 during its WWDC 2026 keynote on June 8, and the update should be released in September. iOS 26.5 lays the groundwork for two changes, including end-to-end encryption for RCS in the Messages app and ads in the Apple Maps app. End-to-end encryption for RCS is a security feature that ensures that messages sent between supported iOS 26.5 and Android devices are encrypted and cannot be intercepted and read by a third party while they are being delivered. Apple already tested end-to-end encryption for RCS in the iOS 26.4 beta, but the feature did not make it into the final release of iOS 26.4 last month. Last month, Apple announced that ads are coming to the Apple Maps app on the iPhone and iPad in the U.S. and Canada starting "this summer," and there is evidence of Apple preparing for that within iOS 26.5's code. Apple says businesses in the U.S. and Canada will be able to place local ads in search results and at the top of a new "Suggested Places" section. "Ads on Maps will appear when users search in Maps, and can appear at the top of a user's search results based on relevance, as well as at the top of a new Suggested Places experience in Maps, which will display recommendations based on what's trending nearby, the user's recent searches, and more," says Apple. 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. In the iOS 26.5 beta, Apple is also working to extend iPhone features like notifications, Live Activities, and AirPods-like pairing to third-party smartwatches and headphones in the EU, as required under the Digital Markets Act. Beyond that, iOS 26.5 has only a few other minor changes. Following beta testing, iOS 26.5 will likely be released in May.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:29 pmApple TV's Hit Show 'Silo' is Returning Soon: Release Date and Trailer
Apple today announced that its hit sci-fi series "Silo" is returning for a third season starting Friday, July 3, and it shared a teaser trailer. "Silo" follows the lives of 10,000 people living in an underground bunker to escape the seemingly toxic wasteland outside. The people are unaware of why the silo was built, and those who seek the truth face deadly consequences. Rebecca Ferguson stars as Juliette Nichols, an engineer who attempts to unravel the mysteries surrounding the silo following a loved one's murder. The show is based on Hugh Howey's best-selling book series, and it is one of the most popular original series on the Apple TV streaming service. The third season will have 10 episodes, with one released every Friday through September 4. Apple already renewed "Silo" for a fourth and final season as well. "With the final two chapters of 'Silo,' we can't wait to give fans of the show an incredibly satisfying conclusion to the many mysteries and unanswered questions contained within the walls of these silos," said showrunner and executive producer Graham Yost, regarding the third and fourth seasons of the show. About Season Three (Spoilers Ahead) Apple says the third season "continues the saga of a dystopian society." "In the present, Juliette Nichols (Rebecca Ferguson) survives her forced 'cleaning' but returns with memory loss as the silo recovers from rebellion and faces a dangerous new threat," says Apple. "Meanwhile, in the 'Before Times,' journalist Helen Drew (Jessica Henwick) and Congressman Daniel Keene (Ashley Zukerman) uncover a conspiracy that pulls them into a chain of events with catastrophic, irreversible consequences." Trailer Apple TV In the U.S., Apple TV is priced at $12.99 per month or $129 per year, with a free one-week trial available for new subscribers. Apple TV is also included in Apple One and Peacock bundles, with all of the options outlined on Apple's website. You can stream Apple TV in the Apple TV app, which is available on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV 4K, Apple Vision Pro, Android, PlayStation, Xbox, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, select smart TVs, on the web at tv.apple.com, and more.Related Roundup: Apple TVTags: Apple TV Service, Apple TV ShowsBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:25 pmCarPlay just got even better with three exciting recent app updates
CarPlay has improved a lot lately, and following two major new app debuts a few weeks ago, there have been three more exciting app updates very recently. Here’s what’s new. more…08:23 pmUnited Kingdom SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 27, 13:00 - 15:30 PDTApr 21, 12:55 PDTScheduled - Our SMS carrier partner in the United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 27 April 2026 at 13:00 PDT until 27 April 2026 at 15:30 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS from United Kingdom handsets.08:07 pmPopular calorie tracker briefly pulled from App Store over IAP and billing violations
TechCrunch reports on why Apple removed Cal AI from the App Store over what it described as “multiple rule violations.” Here are the details. more…08:01 pmApple will not buy Disney, no matter how often it hears that it will
Tenth time still isn't the charm. One day after Tim Cook announced that he was handing the reigns to John Ternus, an analyst that has beaten this drum before is again saying today that a sale of Disney to Apple can and must happen. That sale is even less likely to happen now, than it was the last nine times we've updated this story.It may have made Apple Park, but Apple is not going to take over Disney's magic kingdomThe rumor that Apple will buy Disney is as old as the iPod and it's lasted through a couple of Disney CEOs now. You'd think that analysts would have figured out that it isn't going to happen.Or at least they should have begun to see that clickbait headlines about why Apple must buy Disney have to be losing their pull as the years go by and Apple keeps on doing nothing of the sort. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:00 pmCan Apple hardware engineering veteran John Ternus restore Jobs-era decisiveness?
In a move that signals both continuity and a subtle shift in leadership style, Apple announced on April 20, 2026, that John Ternus… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:59 pmJohn Ternus says Apple is ‘about to change the world,’ teases new products
Apple CEO Tim Cook and incoming CEO John Ternus reportedly shared remarks today at an all-hands Apple meeting. Cook’s words were reported here, while Ternus’s comments are outlined below. more…07:54 pmApple Pulled Cal AI for Deceptive Billing Design, Not External Payments
Apple recently cracked down on Cal AI, an app owned by MyFitnessPal that tried to skirt Apple's in-app purchase rules. Apple told TechCrunch that it briefly pulled the calorie-counting app last week for violating purchasing guidelines and using a deceptive billing design. When the app was pulled last week, there was speculation that it was removed for implementing web-based payments, something that is now allowed in the U.S. Apple said that's not the whole story, though, and the app was violating other guidelines. Apple's ongoing legal battle with Epic Games led a judge to force Apple to allow U.S. developers to include links to external payment systems in their apps, but apps that are not classified as reader apps also have to include an in-app purchase option. Apps like Netflix and Spotify that offer streaming content are considered reader apps, but Cal AI is not. As a non-reader app, Cal AI was allowed to direct users to a non-Apple purchase option for a subscription, which it did with a purchase flow using Stripe, but the purchase option should have been displayed alongside an in-app purchase option. Apple said Cal AI bypassed its required in-app purchase flow, misled customers by displaying the weekly calculated pricing more prominently than the amount the user would be billed, and had a free trial toggle that did not make the subscription's automatic renewal clear. The app also prompted users who declined the initial subscription to agree to a second, different subscription purchase flow, leading to multiple negative reviews for its confusing third-party payment options. Cal AI fixed the issues that Apple brought up, and the app returned to the App Store. TechCrunch suggests that Cal AI was experimenting to see whether Apple was still enforcing its rules following the court ruling requiring it to allow external payments in apps. With the Cal AI crackdown, Apple made it clear that it is indeed policing external payments. MyFitnessPal and Cal AI have not commented on the situation. After returning to the App Store, Cal AI is once again the number four app on the App Store's Health and Fitness charts.Tag: App StoreThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:39 pmDon’t worry, Tim Cook is fine, and he’s not leaving Apple
Macworld Tim Cook isn’t sick. He’s not going to another company. He’s just not going to be CEO any longer. That’s the message from an all-hand meeting with Apple Staff, according to a report from Bloomberg. According to the report, Cook said, “I’m excited to continue my journey at Apple as executive chairman…I am healthy. My energy is high, and I plan to be in this new role for a long time.” Cook said he will be there as a sounding board or for advice as needed, but “there can only be one CEO at a time.” So Ternus will be running the show. In his new role as executive chairman, Cook will work more on global relations as Apple faces challenges—legal and otherwise—with world governments, regulatory bodies, suppliers, and more. While Cook stepping down as CEO was expected, it happened a little earlier than most anticipated. He said the timing was just right for a “best-ever transition” where everything was intersecting: Apple’s business is thriving, the roadmap is great, and Ternus is ready to take on the CEO role. One wonders if Tim Cook will headline the WWDC keynote on June 8, as he is still the CEO until September 1. Now that Ternus is known to be the incoming CEO, will he take center stage instead? Will Tim Cook use the WWDC keynote to pass the baton very visibly? But what we do know is Cook will be present and looks to remain a figure behind the scenes for some time to come.07:36 pmCloudflare Gateway HTTP Logs issues
Apr 21, 19:36 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is observing issues with Cloudflare Gateway HTTP Logs service that may delay log ingestion.07:28 pmThe AirPods 4 Is $30 off
The AirPods 4, along with the case, are rated IP54 water, dust, and sweat resistant, so they can withstand dust getting in them, water, and sweat, perfect for your workouts. The case has been redesigned to be smaller in volume by 10%. The earbuds feature the Apple-made H2 chip for better quality calls and voice […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:27 pm12 Products Released by Apple This Year
This year, Apple has released about 12 accessories and products as they began it with the AirTag 2 that was released at the start of the year, and then a wide variety of devices were then revealed 2 months later with new Studio Display models, iPhone 17e, revamped iPad Air given the M4 chip, and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:26 pmIntel-Based Mac Not Eligible for macOS 27
At this year’s WWDC Platform State of the Union Segment, Apple has disclosed that macOS Tahoe will be the final major macOS version for Macs that are Intel-based, and iOS 27 will be compatible with Macs with Apple Silicon. This means that the Macs with M-series chips or the most recent MacBook Neo with the […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:25 pmCarPlay Ultra To Come To These Car Brands
CarPlay Ultra was released last year, the next-generation software for the CarPlay system for cars. A year has now passed, and CarPlay Ultra is exclusive to the most recent luxury vehicles released by Aston Martin. In May last year, Apple declared that other vehicle manufacturers would be planning to receive CarPlay Ultra, to name a […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:24 pmApple Watch Series 11 46mm is $100 Off
The watch provides you with insight into your health, letting you know of potential hypertension, chronic high blood pressure, take an ECG anywhere and anytime, potential sleep apnea, irregular rhythm, and low or high heart rate, and your sleep score. Your sleep score is an easy way to understand and track your sleep quality. The […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:23 pmHonor Ad Uses Apple Hong Kong Store As Backdrop
A Chinese social media platform has seen photos circulating that show a truck that is branded by Honor park in front of the Apple Canton Road store in Hong Kong, as the company is promoting the new Honor 600 series device. The device has a slogan, “It’s our HONOR” with an “orange to orange” phrase, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:22 pmiOS 27 Releasing At WWDC
iOS 27 is expected to be revealed by Apple during this year’s WWDC keynote, taking place on the 8th of June, with the update releasing in September. Other than the highly anticipated revamped Siri, other features are coming with iOS 27. The update is rumored to have 5G satellite internet connectivity, but it may be […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:21 pmApple No Longer Required To Have Preinstalled ID Government App For Devices
India will not need manufacturers of smartphones such as Samsung and Apple to pre-install a biometric identification system owned by the government for their devices. The IT ministry was asked by the Unique Identification Authority of India to start discussions with tech companies in India about the potential mandatory preinstalled identity app called Aadhaar. Aadhar […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:10 pmApple Teases 'Incredible Road Map Ahead'
In an all-hands meeting with employees today, Apple's future CEO John Ternus teased an "incredible road map ahead." "I'm not exaggerating when I say this is the most exciting time to be building products and services at Apple in my entire career," said Ternus. While the meeting was private, Ternus' comments were reported by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Appearing alongside Apple's current CEO Tim Cook at the Steve Jobs Theater, Ternus expressed optimism about artificial intelligence in particular. "AI is going to create almost unlimited potential," said Ternus. "We're going to be able to keep unlocking possibilities that are going to create entirely new opportunities for our products and services, and I'm so excited about what that's going to mean for our users." Unsurprisingly, he did not provide any specific details at this time. "We are about to change the world once again," he said. Ternus ensured that design remains "core" to Apple, and he promised that the company is still committed to user privacy and environmental responsibility. As for Cook, he told employees he is "healthy" and plans to serve as Apple's executive chairman for "a long time." Apple said Cook will "assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world." Ternus will become Apple's CEO on September 1.Tags: Bloomberg, John Ternus, Mark Gurman, Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:00 pmOpenAI unveils ChatGPT Images 2 image-gen model capable of magazine design
OpenAI is announcing its upgraded ChatGPT image generation model with ChatGPT Images 2. The company is also scaling up Codex for enterprise with a new Codex Labs initiative. more…06:48 pm'Healthy' Cook plans for a long stay at Apple as chairman
While Tim Cook won't be CEO at Apple after September, he still plans to remain as the executive chairman for quite some time.Outgoing CEO Tim CookOn Monday, Apple confirmed that CEO Tim Cook will be leaving the role on September 1 as part of a planned transition, with John Ternus set to take over the position. While Cook will be out of the hot seat, he intends to be a presence at Apple for a while longer.Speaking at an all-hands meeting with employees after the announcement, Bloomberg reports that the 65-year-old Cook said he was "healthy" and had plans to stay as executive chairman. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:48 pm'Healthy' Cook plans for a long stay at Apple as chairman
While Tim Cook won't be CEO at Apple after September, he still plans to remain as the executive chairman for quite some time.Outgoing CEO Tim CookOn Monday, Apple confirmed that CEO Tim Cook will be leaving the role on September 1 as part of a planned transition, with John Ternus set to take over the position. While Cook will be out of the hot seat, he intends to be a presence at Apple for a while longer.Speaking at an all-hands meeting with employees after the announcement, Bloomberg reports that the 65-year-old Cook said he was "healthy" and had plans to stay as executive chairman. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:44 pmNetwork security requirements for developers to become more strict with OS 27 releases | AppleInsiderNetwork security requirements for developers to become more strict with OS 27 releases
Rigorous network security requirements are set to arrive with iOS 27, and they will be especially significant for developers and IT administrators.iOS 27 will ship with updated network security requirements.iOS 27 and its corresponding updates are still more than a month away, but we already have a good idea of what to expect. Apple itself, for instance, has confirmed that macOS 27 would eliminate support for Intel Mac.Now, the company has outlined yet another change in its upcoming software updates, one which will impact device management service developers and IT administrators more than the average user. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:44 pmNetwork security requirements for developers to become more strict with OS 27 releases | AppleInsiderNetwork security requirements for developers to become more strict with OS 27 releases
Rigorous network security requirements are set to arrive with iOS 27, and they will be especially significant for developers and IT administrators.iOS 27 will ship with updated network security requirements.iOS 27 and its corresponding updates are still more than a month away, but we already have a good idea of what to expect. Apple itself, for instance, has confirmed that macOS 27 would eliminate support for Intel Mac.Now, the company has outlined yet another change in its upcoming software updates, one which will impact device management service developers and IT administrators more than the average user. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:41 pmPresident Trump says he will ‘remember’ companies that forgo tariff refunds
President Donald Trump on Tuesday signaled appreciation for U.S. companies that choose not to pursue refunds on tariffs paid under his… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:33 pmMy new app Doccy is finally live!!!
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Apr 21, 18:09 UTCIdentified - Cloudflare has identified an issue with customers creating/updating Page Rules with the Host Header Override setting. Other settings are not impacted. We are working to mitigate the problem, more updates to follow shortly.06:04 pmTim Cook Says He's 'Healthy,' Plans to Remain at Apple 'for a Long Time'
Tim Cook today told employees he plans to be at Apple "for a long time" in his new role as executive chairman. Cook shared the information in an all-hands meeting detailed by Bloomberg. "I am healthy. My energy is high, and I plan to be in this role for a long time," said Cook. He said he will support current hardware engineering chief John Ternus in any way necessary when Ternus takes over as CEO, and he plans to continue to offer knowledge and experience whenever it's needed. "Apple will be my top priority," he said. "It's who I am at my core, and I can't imagine it any other way." Cook is stepping down from his role as Apple CEO, handing the company over to Ternus. Apple announced the upcoming change yesterday, and said that Cook will remain on as executive chairman, where he will "assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world." During the meeting, Cook told employees that he thinks he can help with strengthening Apple's global relationships. When asked why he is stepping down now, Cook said that it was a good time because Apple is "doing great," the product lineup is "incredible," and Ternus is ready for the role. "These three things all intersected, and they intersect now. And so now was the time," said Cook. Cook is set to remain CEO through September 1, 2026, at which point he will move into his new role and Ternus will take over as CEO. Cook will see Apple through WWDC, but Ternus will be leading the company by the time the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Fold launch.Tag: Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:02 pmTim Cook tells employees why he chose to step down now, what’s next for him
Apple’s Tim Cook and John Ternus held an all-hands meeting with employees today in Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park, according to Bloomberg. The meeting comes one day after the announcement that Ternus will take over as Apple CEO later this year. During the meeting, Cook offered more insight into why he decided to begin the transition now — and what his plans are for his role as Apple’s executive chairman. more…06:00 pmThe best (and worst) Apple products under Tim Cook [Video]
People love to compare Tim Cook’s tenure to that of Steve Jobs’. They say that Apple hasn’t been able to innovate under Tim Cook and that he never had his iPhone-level moment. In Cook’s defense, no other company or CEO has had an iPhone-level moment since that 2007 announcement. But just because he never had his iPhone moment doesn’t mean nothing happened. Under Tim Cook, Apple didn’t just coast. It built on what Steve Jobs created, and instead of chasing one massive breakthrough, Apple built multiple billion-dollar businesses, expanded into new categories, and turned its ecosystem into one of the most powerful in tech. Think about it, AirPods, Apple Watch, the transition from Intel to Apple silicon, all market disruptors that happened under Tim Cook. So let’s take a look back and see everything from the Tim Cook era. more…06:00 pmOur favorite Apple-beating USB-C cables are now longer and faster
Macworld Last year, we declared that we had switched from Apple’s boring white charging cables to a different make that were more reliable, longer, and available in a wider range of colors for the same price. That brand was Apple’s own Beats, and almost a year to the day after Macworld’s cable conversion the company has a new set of colorful cables that are even longer and now rated to charge devices at a speed up to 240W. The reinforced, tangle-free woven Beats USB-C to USB-C cable now comes in a new 3-meter (10-foot) length, twice the previous 1.5m (5ft). Apple’s 60W cable is available at a length of just 1 meter and its 240W cable at only 2 meters (6.6 feet). Simon Jary The new Beats 10ft cable is available in the same four Beats colors—Bolt Black, Surge Stone, Nitro Navy, and Rapid Red—compared to Apple’s trademark white. You can order this new 10-foot, 240W Beats cable now at apple.com for $29.99 / £29.99. The 1.5m version is still available for $19 / £19 in Black, Red, and Stone, and is also available in a Black twin-pack for $34.99. It remains at a 60W maximum speed. Beats continues to sell a 20cm (8-inch) USB-C 60W cable in black only, for users who want to reduce cable clutter from their charging or synching scenario. Indeed, Beats sells 1.5m and 20cm cables for not just USB-C to USB-C but USB-C to Lightning (for owners of iPhones older than the 15 and various other older Apple devices such as AirPods, wireless keyboards and mice and more) as well as USB-A to USB-C. Beats 60W is fine for iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks such as the Neo and Air. Owners of the MacBook Pro would be better advised to buy cables that can charge at speeds of 100W or more, such as this Beats 240W model. Read more reviews of the best USB-C and Thunderbolt cables plus the best Lightning cables available today. Beats USB‑C to USB‑C Braided Cable (3 m / 10 ft) Price When Reviewed: $29.99 Best Prices Today: $29.99 at Beats05:58 pmHow to invite Android and Windows users to a FaceTime call
You can FaceTime with Android and Windows friends, too. There are some extra steps, but you can video call all your family and friends. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:46 pmInvestigating potential impact to Realtime services in Bombay
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President Donald J. Trump paid tribute to outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook on Tuesday. In a post on Truth Social, the president’s social network, Trump praised Cook in his signature style, calling Cook “Tim Apple” and claiming he called to “kiss my ass.” Trump applauded Cook’s leadership at Apple, saying he did a better job […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:31 pmSatechi's ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger shows how much power you're using
The Satechi ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger not only recharges your iPhone on your desk, but it also has a display to show real-time power output.Satechi ChargeView 140W Desktop ChargerThe latest charger from Satechi is the ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger. As the descriptive name says, it's a charger that runs at up to 140W in total, and is designed to sit on your desk.As a Gallium Nitride charger, it's compact, so it won't take that much desk space up for your other devices. It also ships with a small stand, so you can have it standing tall on its side or in landscape mode and angled up. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:30 pmApple says iOS 27 and macOS 27 will have stricter security requirements for networks
Apple has just published a new support document that warns of a network security change coming in iOS 27, macOS 27, and more with action steps for IT administrators. more…05:30 pmTiming of CEO change spells good things for Apple’s April 30th earnings report
Apple's announcement that Tim Cook will step down as CEO to become executive chairman — with hardware engineering chief John Ternus… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:29 pmPresident Trump praises Tim Cook, but threatens any firm that claims back tariffs
In interviews and more social media posts, US President Trump has credited himself for Tim Cook's success, but says he's honored Apple hasn't asked for its tariff refund.Apple CEO Tim Cook and President Donald TrumpWhile the administration is now being forced to pay back tariffs it illegally imposed on US businesses, reportedly Apple has yet to apply for the refund. Apple has not commented on this, but President Trump was asked if it were true, and if the company didn't want to offend him."I think it's brilliant if they don't do that," Trump told CNBC. "Actually, if they don't do that, they got to know me very well. I'm very honored by what you just said. If they don't do that, I'll remember them." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:25 pmSave up to $400 on Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max
Apple Premier Partner Expercom has slashed prices by up to $400 on the new 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro with your choice of an M5 Pro or M5 Max chip.Save up to $400 on Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro.Both retail and configure-to-order (CTO) models are heavily discounted with month-end deals at Expercom. Save up to $400 on both Standard Display and Nano-texture options with your choice of Apple's M5 Pro or M5 Max chip.Save up to $400 on 16" MacBook Pro Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:24 pmPowerful new charger streamlines charging for busy households
The Satechi ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger offers four USB-C ports to power up a MacBook, iPad, iPhone and other accessories all at once. A highlight is a display that shows how much current is flowing through each port. Satechi ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger targets cluttered desks In a household where phones, tablets, laptops and wearables […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:19 pmmacOS 26.5 public beta 2 now available
After skipping the second public beta for macOS 26.5 last week, Apple is rolling out macOS 26.5 public beta 2 right now, even though the company released macOS 26.5 beta 3 for developers yesterday. Here’s what to expect from this next update. more…05:19 pm9to5Mac Daily: April 21, 2026 – Tim Cook stepping down, John Ternus named CEO
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. 9to5Mac Daily listeners can exclusively save 30% and get a $100 Savings Card. more…05:17 pmApple Releases New iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5 and macOS Tahoe 26.5 Public Betas
Apple today provided public beta testers with new releases of upcoming iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, macOS Tahoe 26.5, watchOS 26.5, and tvOS 26.5 updates for testing purposes. The public betas come a day after Apple provided the betas to developers. These are the third iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 betas, but the second macOS Tahoe 26.5 public beta. After signing up for beta testing on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the updates using the Software Update section of the Settings app on each device. iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 include a new Suggested Places feature for recommending nearby locations to visit, and Apple is also gearing up to start showing ads in Maps. Apple is testing end-to-end encryption for RCS messages between iPhone and Android users again, and there are proximity pairing, notification forwarding, and Live Activities for third-party wearables in the EU.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS TahoeRelated Forums: iOS 26, macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:17 pmPublic beta 3 for iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, and more available now
Apple has just released public beta 3 for iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, and more. Here’s what to expect from this latest beta wave. more…05:12 pmApple releases iOS 26.5 public beta 3
Apple has released the third iOS 26.5 public beta. The previous public beta introduced a new splash screen that signaled the upcoming arrival of ads in Apple Maps. more…05:11 pmOpen-sourced WatchLink: reliable Apple Watch ↔ phone messaging using BLE + HTTP + SSE | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingOpen-sourced WatchLink: reliable Apple Watch ↔ phone messaging using BLE + HTTP + SSE
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Sony refreshed its earbuds earlier this year, introducing the $330 WF-1000XM6 earbuds to compete with the $249 AirPods Pro 3 that came out last September. We compared Sony's new earbuds with Apple's latest model to see which is better. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Sony's XM6 earbuds are smaller than the AirPods Pro 3 because there's no stem, but the in-ear fit is different. The AirPods Pro 3 have foam-infused silicone tips that are comfortable to wear for multiple hours at a time. Sony is using a polyurethane and silicone foam hybrid that feels secure in the ears, but you'll feel them more when using them for longer periods. The XM6 aren't as likely to fall out of your ears when moving around, so they're better for workouts. Earbud fit is going to vary from person to person, so some people might find the XM6 more comfortable. Both the AirPods Pro 3 and the XM6 come with tips in multiple sizes to fit ears in different shapes. Though Sony's earbuds have a tighter fit that's ideal for fitness-related use, the AirPods Pro 3 have heart rate tracking and better waterproofing for sweat resistance. The XM6 have an IPX4 water resistance rating, compared to the IP57 dust and water resistance rating of the AirPods Pro 3. The AirPods Pro 3 and the XM6 are both high-end flagship earbud options, and they produce excellent sound. Like fit, your opinion on sound quality will come down to individual preference. Sony offers LDAC high-resolution codec support for improved sound quality on an Android device, along with an app that supports EQ adjustments with custom presets, adjustable bass, treble sliders, and more. Apple does not offer built-in EQ, but AirPods come with well-balanced tuning that sounds great to many people. If you want to tinker with sound adjustments, Sony's earbuds are the way to go, but if you want good sound with no tuning requirements, the AirPods Pro 3 are the better pick. As with sound, both models have some of the best Active Noise Cancellation you can get from earbuds. The XM6 seem to do just a bit better at canceling out low-frequency sound like engines on an airplane and higher-frequency sound like office chatter, but it's close. How the ANC works for each person will come down to the ear seal with the tip and personal preference. Apple's AirPods Pro 3 have the edge when it comes to Transparency because the sound passing through the microphones is more natural. Sony's version of transparency is fine, but it sounds more robotic. The difference is especially noticeable with voices. The XM6 seem to have better noise isolation on calls when outdoors, but indoors, the AirPods sound clearer. The AirPods Pro 3 can be used as an over-the-counter hearing aid alternative, but the XM6 can't, plus there's spatial audio support, real-time Live Translation, and heart rate tracking for workouts. Sony's earbuds have better gesture control, 360 Reality Audio, and more software customization. The XM6 offer eight hours of playback with ANC on, which is the same battery life as the AirPods Pro 3. For the AirPods, spatial audio with head tracking and heart rate sensing drop that total down slightly, but battery life is almost identical overall. The AirPods Pro 3 case has enough battery for 24 hours of listening time, as does the XM6 case. If you're in the Apple ecosystem, you're going to have a better experience with the AirPods Pro 3 with iCloud-based features like one-tap pairing, automatic device switching anywhere you're signed in with your Apple ID, and support for Apple features like Live Translation. Sony can't implement the same close integration with Apple devices, which makes it harder to recommend Sony earbuds for Apple users. The XM6 earbuds pair through the iPhone's Bluetooth menu or the Sony Sound Connect app. It's not a one-tap process, and while Sony can now support connecting to two devices at once, it's still not as good as Apple's process. If you have Apple devices, the AirPods Pro 3 are probably the better choice, and they're $81 cheaper too. The XM6 are the best pick for Android users or those who really want to tinker with sound.Related Roundup: AirPods Pro 3Tags: AirPods Pro 3, SonyBuyer's Guide: AirPods Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:39 pmApple Pay wins at the Webbys as a Messi campaign takes the spotlight
Apple's results at the 2026 Webby Awards emphasize the company's wide-ranging focus on both services and marketing, with wins for Apple Pay and a Messi sports campaign.Apple PayApple Pay has won both a general Webby Award and a People's Voice Award in the ceremony's Shopping & Retail, Consumer Apps category. The company's video "Lionel Messi Intercepts the Super Bowl" also won the Social Video, Individual award.The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences. The program recognizes excellence across apps, video, podcasts, and digital media. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:28 pmHere are Tim Cook’s words of advice to Apple’s next CEO
Tim Cook is officially stepping down as Apple CEO this year, with John Ternus taking his place. Here’s what Cook recently said his words of advice will be to Apple’s next CEO. more…04:25 pmVery low rating on appstore, what to do
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