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- 04:19 pmAirPods Pro 3 after three months: Exactly what I want from an upgrade
It’s been three months since Apple unveiled AirPods Pro 3, and despite a complicated first few weeks with the product, I’m happy to report that with more use it’s become an excellent upgrade. more…04:16 pmCheck Out These Fun New Apple Cash Stickers in the Messages App
Apple today updated its Apple Cash feature to introduce a set of stickers that can be used in the Messages app. The stickers are Apple Cash themed, featuring emoji that you might want to use when sending or receiving a payment. Each sticker is animated, and has an iridescent texture that gives a glinting effect as the sticker moves. The Apple Cash stickers are rolling out to users starting today. You can find them by opening up the Messages app and selecting a conversation, then tapping on the "+" button next to the text bar. From there, tap on the "Stickers" option and swipe over to Apple Cash. Apple Cash stickers will show up in the Messages Sticker list automatically, and there is no option to download them from the Sticker App Store. The stickers also aren't able to be removed, because Apple Cash is not an app that can be uninstalled. Tags: Apple Cash, MessagesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:00 pmThe best displays to pair with your new Mac [Updated]
If you’ve just purchased a new Mac, like the recently-released, you might also be looking into some of the best display options. Here are my recommendations, covering multiple product categories, price points, and more. more…03:45 pmToday in Apple history: Apple fixes ‘life-threatening’ Maps glitch
On December 10, 2012, Cupertino corrected an Apple Maps glitch that caused motorists in Australia to get stranded in the middle of nowhere. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:37 pmShipped my first Mac app – XIndex (project organizer for Xcode devs)
Finally shipped something! XIndex is a simple Mac app that scans your folders and indexes all your Xcode projects. Search instantly, filter by platform, tag by client, open in one click. Built it because I couldn't find my own projects anymore. If you've got more than 20 Xcode projects on your Mac, you know the […]03:30 pmSave $60 on my favorite portable Bluetooth speaker
David Snow recommends this Soundcore Motion X600 portable speaker deal. It's a great speaker for home use -- and even better out and about. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:28 pmWe adore this elegant Anker charging stand and it’s cheaper than ever today
Macworld One of the best things you can get for your desk this holiday season is a triple MagSafe charger so your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods can get back to 100% without cluttering your space with cables. We love this one from Anker that has a little display and a gorgeous design, and it’s down to $161 at Amazon today after a massive 30 percent discount. View at Amazon We absolutely adored this Anker charger and gave it a 4.5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award, praising not just the elegant stand and smart display, but also the fact that it all comes with a 65W wall charger. The main MagSafe puck delivers 25W ultra-fast wireless charging, capable of charging your iPhone 17 Pro to 50 percent in just 22 minutes, while the magnetic Watch charger ensures you can see and charge it while you work. Then you can rest your AirPods case on the base. Tidy and neat! There’s a built-in 1.65-inch HD display that provides real-time data on power output and device temperature. There are several modes to cycle through, from “Ice Mode” that maximizes cooling for active use, to “Boost Mode” that prioritizes charging speed, and “Sleep Mode” which dims the display and quiets the cooling system for overnight charging. Take advantage of this 30 percent discount for the Anker Prime MagSafe charger before time runs out, and the deal expires at Amazon. Buy now at Amazon03:23 pmFRA (Frankfurt) on 2025-12-12
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 12, 00:00 - 07:00 UTCDec 10, 15:18 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in FRA (Frankfurt) datacenter on 2025-12-12 between 00:00 and 07:00 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.03:18 pmCiti boosts Apple price target to $350 amid strong iPhone upgrade cycle and AI optimism | Mac Daily NewsCiti boosts Apple price target to $350 amid strong iPhone upgrade cycle and AI optimism
In a bullish signal for investors, Citi analysts have reaffirmed their "buy" rating on Apple shares while significantly raising the firm's… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:16 pmWhen to expect iOS 26.2 release in your time zone
Learn the most likely iOS 26.2 release date and time, and discover new features like an AirDrop update plus bug fixes for your iPhone. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:15 pmTwelve South Introduces 20% Sitewide Discount Exclusive to MacRumors Readers
Twelve South today is kicking off a 20 percent sitewide discount that's exclusive to MacRumors readers, allowing you a chance to save on the company's most popular accessories just in time for the holidays. To get this deal, enter the code MacRumors2025 at checkout to take 20 percent off your cart. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Twelve South. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Our code works sitewide on Twelve South, and takes 20 percent off your entire cart, so you can purchase multiple accessories at once for more savings. Once you enter the code MacRumors2025 at checkout, you should start seeing it automatically applied as you browse Twelve South's website. Note: Use code MacRumors2025 at checkout. 20% OFFMacRumors Exclusive Sale at Twelve South This deal will run through Friday, December 19, so you have a little over a week to take advantage of the sale. As of today, Twelve South is still guaranteeing holiday delivery with its economy shipping option, and the cutoff for choosing the ground economy option is December 15. Twelve South offers a large variety of accessories built for Apple products. Some of its newest accessories include the MagSafe Wallet Stand for iPhone 17, Curve Nano for iPhone, ButterFly SE 2-in-1 Qi2 Charger, and PowerBug Wall Charger. You can get 20 percent off these accessories and many more with our exclusive code. 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 this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:12 pmApple's removal of ICEBlock sees repeated protests at Portland Pioneer Place store
Protests outside of an Apple Store in Portland, Oregon continue in retaliation to ICEBlock being removed, as protestors show up in Santa suits to demand the app's return and Apple stand up to authoritarianism.Portland protesters show up dressed as Santa Claus. Image source: keir-pdx on BlueskyResidents in Portland, Oregon might have passed a group of a few dozen protestors dancing, singing, and wearing Santa outfits outside of the Apple Pioneer Place store on December 9. There are two more planned protests before Christmas, even as the ICEBlock developer sues the US government for a first amendment violation.The "Protest Apple's Censorship" protest will occur again on December 13 and December 20 from 1 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. PST according to the03:07 pmAdobe Photoshop and Adobe Acrobat Features Now Available in ChatGPT
Starting today, many Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe Express features are available to use directly in ChatGPT, allowing you to edit photos, transform PDF documents, design event invitations, and more with conversational prompts. After connecting the apps, you can use prompts such as "add creative effects to the background" or "create an invitation for my dance party." Here is what you can do, according to Adobe: Easily edit and uplevel images with Adobe Photoshop: Adjust a specific part of an image, fine-tune image settings like brightness, contrast and exposure, and apply creative effects like Glitch and Glow — all while preserving the quality of the image.Create and personalize designs with Adobe Express: Browse Adobe Express' extensive library of professional designs to find the best one for any moment, fill in the text, replace images, animate designs and iterate on edits — all directly inside the chat and without needing to switch to another app — to create standout content for any occasion.Transform and organize documents with Adobe Acrobat: Edit PDFs directly in the chat, extract text or tables, organize and merge multiple files, compress files and convert them to PDF while keeping formatting and quality intact. Acrobat for ChatGPT also enables people to easily redact sensitive details.After connecting the apps to ChatGPT in Settings → Apps & Connectors, you can find them by clicking on the plus sign next to the chat field and selecting "More." ChatGPT can also automatically surface the apps if you use a prompt such as "Adobe Photoshop, help me blur the background of this image" or "Adobe Acrobat, help me edit this PDF." Adobe's app integrations are available to all ChatGPT users worldwide, for free, across ChatGPT.com and the ChatGPT app for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Adobe Express for ChatGPT is also available on Android, with support for Photoshop and Acrobat for ChatGPT on Android coming soon, according to the announcement. If you want to use more advanced features, you an seamlessly move from ChatGPT to Adobe's standalone apps and pick up right where you left off.Tags: Adobe, ChatGPTThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:03 pmiOS 26’s new Messages feature got better when I changed this one setting
Apple’s Messages app scored a bunch of new features in iOS 26, including a new ‘Screen Unknown Senders’ option meant to eliminate spam texts. My initial experience with the feature wasn’t great, but tweaking one key setting has changed that. more…03:00 pmThe new Homey Pro gets faster and smarter for Matter homes with no price increase
Today, Homey has announced the new Homey Pro 2026, and the big update is straightforward: more RAM at the same price point. If you are not already familiar with Homey Pro, it is one of the most interesting home hubs on the market. It supports Matter, Thread, Zigbee, Z Wave, Wi-Fi, and even IR devices together so you can manage your entire home from one place. For people who want a hub that talks to everything and does almost all of its processing locally, Homey Pro has become a really cool option. more…02:51 pmCan MacBook Air handle very long compile times (2-3+ hours) ?
I'm talking about compiling huge projects from source: things like Chromium, Firefox, LLVM/Clang, or Unreal Engine. Let's say the RAM is 24GB, so that's not the issue. But the Mac is an Air (fanless), NOT a Pro. These kinds of projects take 2-3+ hours of sustained CPU load to compile. (About 1.5 hours to compile […]02:35 pmInstantly generate unlimited AI voiceovers in 32 languages, just $40 for life
Get lifetime access to iSpeech's AI voiceover generator for just $39.99 and transform plain text into human-sounding audio in 32 languages. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:31 pmApple's Pro Display XDR Is Six Years Old Today
The Pro Display XDR is six years old today, making it one of the oldest Apple products still on sale. Released on December 10, 2019 alongside the redesigned Mac Pro, the Pro Display XDR was Apple's re-entry into the high-end external monitor market, following a three-year hiatus after discontinuing the Thunderbolt Display in 2016. The announcement came at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2019, where the company presented the display as a rival to traditional reference monitors. The XDR in its name stands for "Extreme Dynamic Range," a feature that Apple emphasized as a key differentiator from other high-resolution monitors available at the time. It features a 32-inch Retina display with a 6K resolution of 6,016 by 3,384 pixels, powered by Apple's proprietary LED backlighting system. Apple utilized blue-colored LEDs with custom lenses and reflectors to achieve a maximum brightness of up to 1,600 nits in HDR mode, while sustaining 1,000 nits across the entire screen indefinitely. This allows for what Apple describes as "stunningly accurate colors and contrast," supporting the P3 wide color gamut and delivering a claimed 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio. The rear of the display features the same lattice pattern used on the 2019 Mac Pro, which functions as a heatsink to aid thermal management. The display is also available with matte nano-texture glass to cut down on glare—the first Apple product it's featured on. Upon its release, the Pro Display XDR garnered significant attention for its high price. In the United States, the display starts at $4,999, and users who opt for the adjustable Pro Stand must pay an additional $999. The Pro Stand, which is sold separately, was met with mixed reactions upon its unveiling. Apple justified the cost by highlighting the engineering involved, with the Pro Stand offering height, tilt, and rotation adjustments, as well as support for both landscape and portrait modes. A VESA mount adapter is also available for those who prefer third-party mounting solutions. As of its sixth anniversary, the Pro Display XDR remains one of only two external monitors sold by Apple, alongside the Studio Display, which was released in March 2022. Unlike the Pro Display XDR, the Studio Display comes with an integrated A13 Bionic chip, enabling features such as Center Stage for its built-in webcam, spatial audio, and support for Siri voice commands. The Pro Display XDR, however, has no webcam or any internal Apple silicon chip. Speculation about a second-generation Pro Display XDR has been circulating for some time. In December 2022, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple was working on an updated version of the display, this time with an Apple silicon chip to enhance its capabilities. In July 2023, Gurman reiterated that Apple was still developing multiple new displays. Display supply chain analyst Ross Young added that the next-generation Pro Display XDR will feature quantum dot technology, just like the MacBook Pro. Evidence of Apple's work on new external monitors has been spotted multiple times. The third beta of macOS 26.1 suggests that the Pro Display XDR 2 will feature a built-in Center Stage camera. The A19 Pro chip is also a possibility, along with a higher refresh rate.Related Roundups: Apple Pro Display XDR, Apple Studio DisplayRelated Forum: Mac AccessoriesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:30 pmHere are iPhone’s most downloaded apps and games of 2025
On the heels of unveiling the App Store Awards winners last week, Apple today unveiled the most downloaded apps and games of the year in the United Staes. This year, the most downloaded free iPhone app was ChatGPT, while the top paid iPhone app was HotSchedules. Meanwhile, the top free iPhone game was Block Blast!, while the top paid iPhone game was Minecraft: Dream it, Build it. Head below for the full list of the top iPhone and iPad apps games of 2025. more…02:29 pmNative Union POP Phone review: Retro phone handset brings vintage style
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Cool retro style Comfortable grip Ergonomic like phones used to be USB-C connection to iPhone Cons Not compatible with Lightning (iPhone 14 or earlier) Our Verdict With this vintage gadget you can transport yourself back to the 1960s, 70s and 80s when phones only looked smart. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$39.99 Best Prices Today: Native Union POP Phone Retailer Price Native Union $39.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Tired of modern life and yearning for the old days when a phone was a phone and not a computer full of tempting apps and beeping notifications? Frustrated by a cricked neck or strained wrist from doing all your talking on a thin rectangular slab of metal and glass, or dreaming of the ergonomic delight of a phone with proper ear and mouth pieces that nestles to the side of your head? One of Macworld’s favorite Apple accessory makers Native Union has relaunched the vintage phone handset—it works with today’s devices to make comfortable calls feel like proper conversations again. Simon Jary Forget you’re on an iPhone The POP Phone is big and chunky and available in a range of bold colors that bring personality back to making phone calls. With it in hand you won’t be tempted by modern day distractions such as doom scrolling, checking the sports results, Facebook Reels, TikTok videos or the latest Instagram posts. Think about the person you’re talking to, not the device they have contacted you on. Simon Jary Made with recycled materials, the POP Phone also keeps your phone away from your face and so reduces exposure to 99% of mobile radiation, claims Native Union. We don’t know the science behind such claims but holding a device up to your face for long periods of time isn’t ever going to be a health benefit. Native Union Not just an iPhone gadget The USB-C connection plugs straight into your iPhone (15 or later), MacBook or iPad. You don’t need to pair or even charge the thing. As it’s USB-C it will work only with iPhones 15 or later; older iPhones use Apple’s Lightning connector. The same goes for older iPads, but you have to go back ten years to find a Mac without a USB-C or compatible Thunderbolt port. Because you’re talking right into the mic and listening with the speaker to your ear, the sound quality is clear in both directions. The person on the other end of the call won’t even know you’re using it unless you are on a Zoom, Teams or FaceTime video call when they can marvel at your retro gadget. It’s a guaranteed meeting ice-breaker. Simon Jary In the handset arm there’s a built-in pick up and hang up button, so you never need to touch your phone’s screen. We’d love it even more if there was a dock that you could put the handset in to physically hang up, which is a more exciting way to end a call than just tapping on the touchscreen. The POP Phone is way more tactile than touchscreens, and the smooth plastic body feels great against your ear—you can even twiddle with the curly cord while you’re talking. In fact, you can’t help doing it. You’re unlikely to carry the POP Phone around in your pocket or handbag for every call you make, but it’s fun to use and makes people stop and stare in nostalgic envy or just plain Gen Z confusion. Native Union Price The Native Union POP Phone costs $39.99 / £34.99 and makes a great gift to a friend or yourself. It’s also available at Amazon. It’s available in a range of eight colors: Black, Alarm Red, Pine, Sandstone, Lemon, Candy, Azur and Slate Green. For other great gift ideas, check our Gift Guide for iPhone Users and Gift Guide for Mac users. Native Union Should you buy the Native Union POP Phone? When you see this piece of vintage tech, you’ll either be young enough to be curious about what the hell it is and question why something has to be this big, or want one immediately to transport yourself back to the 1960s, 70s and 80s when phones only looked smart.02:15 pmDisney nominates former Apple COO Jeff Williams to its board
Disney announced on Tuesday that it has nominated Jeff Williams, former Chief Operating Officer of Apple, as an independent director… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:09 pmInstagram now lets you take control of your feed (somewhat)
A commonly expressed frustration with algorithmically-driven apps like Instagram is that users have no control over their feeds. They are instead shown what the app thinks they want to see, which is often wildly inaccurate. Meta is promising to provide at least a partial solution to the problem with a new feature called Your Algorithm … more…02:02 pmBlacklisted apps stayed on App Store despite US sanctions
Over 50 apps on the App Store and Google Play Store continued to be available even after the US banned working with the developers.The App Store has several apps that may violate sanctionsApple was accused in 2021 of hosting apps by companies on the US Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals — and in 2019 was fined for doing so. Now The Tech Transparency Project (TPP), a non-profit watchdog, says Apple and Google have continued to host blacklisted apps.As first reported by The Washington Post, the TPP group says that some app developers were listed on the App Store under barely changed names. For instance, some added OOO to their name — which is the Russian abbreviation for a corporation. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:00 pmShelly’s new Plug Gen4 is a powerful Matter smart plug for less than $20
I love smart plugs for smart home automations. Smart plugs are one of the easiest ways to start building out a smart home without overwhelming someone. They are easy to install, use, and are usually low-cost. Today, Shelly has released the new Shelly Plug Gen4. Big point up front: it works with Matter, and it’s under $20. For HomeKit users, it is an easy way to add automations, track power usage, and control lamps or small appliances directly from the Home app. more…01:37 pmApple and Best Buy pack free subscriptions with every Apple Gift Card
Apple and Best Buy are giving away free months of Apple Arcade, Music, TV, and Fitness+ with every Apple Gift Card. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:35 pmFitIQ body analysis and wardrobe management
submitted by /u/EnthusiasmLimp6325 [link] [comments]01:29 pmApple Faces Scrutiny as Sanctioned Entities Slip Through App Store Controls
Apple's App Store has been unlawfully hosting dozens of apps tied to U.S.-sanctioned companies, according to a new watchdog report (via The Washington Post). The Tech Transparency Project, a non-profit advocacy group, flagged 52 apps in the App Store that had links to entities found on the Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals (SDNs), a designation that prohibits U.S. companies from doing business with them. Linked organisations included Russian financial institutions such as Gazprombank and National Standard Bank propping up Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, and China's Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps (XPCC), which has been sanctioned for involvement in repression of Uyghur minorities. Another app was run by a company owned by an accused Lithuanian drug trafficker. The linked entities reportedly used name variants, shell developers, or partial references to obscure their sanctions status. Google's Play Store was also found to be hosting 18 apps for similarly sanctioned organizations. Google took down all but one of the apps after being contacted by The Post. Apple removed 35 out of 52 during or after the investigation. Apple disputed that all the flagged apps violate sanctions, but said it was enhancing its review process. Apple previously committed to improving sanctions detection after a 2019 Treasury settlement involving a naming-variation failure. According to The Post, the Treasury could have fined Apple more than $70 million at the time, but said it accepted a settlement of less than $1 million because Apple had self-reported, had not had a violation in the preceding five years, and promised to revamp its sanction search tools "to fully capture spelling and capitalization variations and to account for country-specific business suffixes." Legal experts say that prior agreement increases Apple's exposure now, since the latest similar lapses suggest its promised improvements were insufficient. The findings also call into question Apple's long-standing claim that its App Store provides a "safe and trusted" environment for users.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:28 pmApple reportedly broke the law by ignoring US sanctions on apps
Apple has been accused of breaking the law by failing to comply with US sanctions after the App Store was found to have contain dozens of apps from sanctioned companies. The same was true of Google, though at a smaller scale. The banned apps were identified by the Tech Transparency Project, which says it demonstrates that Apple failed to live up to its promises that the App Store represents a safe and trusted source … more…01:21 pmFifth Apple Store in India to open on December 11
Ahead of its December 11 opening, Apple has previewed an Apple Store in Noida, its fifth Apple Store location in India and the third opened in 2025.Apple Noida - Image Credit: AppleApple is expanding its retail presence in India very quickly, and is about to do it once again. This time with a new outlet in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, located in the DLF Mall of India in Noida, one of India's largest shopping centers.Referred to as Apple Noida, it appears to be a fairly typical mall-style storefront for the company. Photographs shared on Wednesday depicts the usual array of iPhone-covered tables, wall modules, and large screen seen in many other places. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:17 pmSMS Delivery Delays To and From a Subset Of Twilio Longcode in Chile
Dec 10, 05:17 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to and from a subset of Twilio Longcode in Chile. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.01:10 pmCustom corner radius for menu bar popovers?
Corner radius is somewhat perfect on Tahoe actually, but for any OS versions below, popovers have a much smaller corner radius, which makes the app look a bit inconsistent.. I haven't really found any solution to this yet? submitted by /u/ileeeb [link] [comments]01:04 pmforgot to add introductary offer
Hi guys, so i sumbitted my app with subscription olans and (free trial), and i just add it in the subscription group, and saved the changes , but there is no submit to review, will changes take effect immediately or do i have to submit another version? submitted by […]01:00 pmAustralia Bans Social Media Accounts for Minors
Australia's new social media ban for minors puts governments, platforms, and families at the center of a growing debate over online harm, privacy, and enforcement. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.01:00 pmAdobe Photoshop, Express, and Acrobat now available for free on ChatGPT
Starting today, features from three of Adobe’s flagship products will be natively integrated into ChatGPT, for free. Here’s how it works. more…12:48 pmPSA: Amazon-exclusive power banks have been recalled after fires
Around 210,000 budget portable power banks sold exclusively by Amazon USA are being recalled after they were found to have caused 11 fires resulting in both injuries and property damage … more…12:32 pmI need an admin app for my client app in the Appstore. How can I go about it? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI need an admin app for my client app in the Appstore. How can I go about it?
I've got an app that essentially serves as an app for students to connect with teachers. This app is in the AppStore. Now, for the teachers I'm making an app for them to connect with the students but obviously I'd like to distribute this app in a more restricted way. The only distribution I've ever […]12:22 pmQatar SMS Carrier Maintenance – Vodafone
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 21, 14:00 - 14:15 PSTDec 10, 04:12 PSTScheduled - The Vodafone network in Qatar is conducting a planned maintenance from 21 December 2025 at 14:00 PST until 21 December 2025 at 14:15 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Vodafone Qatar handsets.12:16 pmApple may have accidentally made it almost impossible for governments to ban iMessage
Authoritarian governments don’t like their citizens being able to have private conversations using end-to-end encrypted messaging apps. This is the reason Russia has just banned FaceTime, but it was surprising iMessage had escaped a ban. A potential reason for this has now been discovered: Apple may have accidentally made it almost impossible for a government to ban its end-to-end encrypted text messaging app … more…12:15 pmUnleash your iPhone’s Action button with these 7 creative shortcuts
Macworld When Apple introduced the iPhone 15 Pro, it retired the classic mute switch which had been part of the iPhone design since the very first model. These days, all iPhones feature a customizable Action button, which users can freely remap to various different actions. Some of the default actions include muting the iPhone, toggling a Focus mode, launching the Camera app, recognizing a song, recording audio, and translating speech. While these actions are sufficient for many users, the pros may find them lackluster. Fortunately, iOS supports deeper customizations through Apple’s Shortcuts app, allowing the Action button to perform a practically infinite number of tasks. Once you understand the logic behind the feature, you should be able to build and assign any desired shortcut. Generic Control Center toggles If you find the built-in Shortcuts app too complex, you can settle for Control Center toggles instead. While not as flexible, they include some useful first- and third-party functions you can assign to the Action button, beyond Apple’s default suggestions. This is a good place to start.Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Simply head to the Action Button section in the Settings app and scroll horizontally to reach the Controls option. Tap on Choose a Control to view a full list of available toggles you can use with the Action button. Some of the popular actions include toggling Dark mode, playing ambient music, starting a Quick Note, and launching the Calculator. Depending on the apps you’ve installed, you’ll also find other actions provided by third-party developers. Once you’ve chosen a toggle, iOS will complete the desired task whenever you push and hold the Action button. Summon AI assistants Siri is far from being a reliable virtual assistant, especially when it comes to maintaining longer conversations. Thankfully, you can assign a third-party AI assistant to the Action button to mimic Siri’s Side button shortcut. First, you’ll need to download the official Gemini app. (Or, if you’re not keen on Google’s AI, you can alternatively use the feature with other popular chatbot apps—like OpenAI’s ChatGPT.) Once installed and signed in, you’ll find new toggles in the Controls list mentioned in the previous section. Some of Gemini’s bundled shortcuts include typing a prompt, talking live, scanning with the camera, uploading a file, and more. Assign the functionality you typically rely on, and it’ll always be one Action button click away from initiation. Gemini is now only one click away.Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Unlock your car The Action button doesn’t necessarily have to control your iPhone. If you’ve got a newer car, chances are it offers a companion iOS app you can use to unlock, start, or adjust it. Many vehicle manufacturers have baked these capabilities into the built-in Shortcuts app, making them compatible with the Action button. Launch the Shortcuts app and tap on the plus (+) button to create a new shortcut. Scroll through the list of apps in the shortcut builder and locate your car’s companion app. Tap on it to view the available actions compatible with your model. Pick the one you need the most, then save the shortcut. This is where you create new shortcuts.Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Head to the Action Button section in the Settings app and scroll horizontally to find the Shortcut option. Tap on Choose a Shortcut, and pick the one you just created. Triggering the Action button will now control your car the way you’ve specified. Smart home switch Similarly, the Action button can control certain smart home products, such as lights, via the Shortcuts app. In the shortcut creation flow described above, locate the Home app. If you simply want to turn a light on or off, opt for the Toggle Accessory or Scene action and pick the relevant HomeKit bulb. For deeper controls, you can opt for the Control Home action instead, which, for example, lets you specify the color and intensity of the light, not just toggle it on or off. It’s like having a light switch on the side of your phone.Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Once you’ve completed setting up and saving the shortcut, you can assign it to the Action button as outlined in the previous section. Call your partner Remember the speed dial feature from the prehistoric Nokia phone era? You can replicate it using your iPhone’s Action button. To do so, create a new shortcut, pick Phone from the list of apps, and insert the Call action. Choose your partner’s contact card, save the shortcut, and assign it to the Action button. Et voilà! This is for illustrative purposes only. We don’t recommend creating a shortcut to your own number.Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Multiple actions Now, you may be thinking that some of these use cases are quite niche, and that it doesn’t make sense for them to occupy the Action button’s sole function slot. Luckily, there’s a workaround for this: the toolbox approach. Create a new shortcut, navigate to the Shortcuts app in the creation flow, and add the Run Shortcut action. In the action’s options, set the blank space to Ask Each Time. You can now head to the Action button’s settings again and assign the newly created shortcut. Whenever you trigger it, it’ll display a list of your other shortcuts, and you can tap on any of them to execute the needed task on the spot. As such, you can assign all of the above-mentioned shortcuts simultaneously to the Action button. With this option activated, you’ll be given the choice of multiple shortcuts.Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Conditional shortcuts While it works, the toolbox approach can be overwhelming if you’ve created a lot of shortcuts. What if there was a smarter way to incorporate multiple tasks into the Action button, without having to manually pick a shortcut from the all-encompassing list? When you’re outdoors, for example, you likely won’t need to access your smart home shortcuts. With conditional shortcuts, you can program the Action button to react to your location and proceed with a specific task accordingly. Create a new shortcut, then search for and add the Get current location action. Add the If action, change the default Latitude selection to Street, and type your home street name in the blank space at the end. Add a Run Shortcut action under the If action, and select the smart home shortcut you created earlier. If you usually call your partner when you’re away from home, add another Run Shortcut action under Otherwise, and select the speed dial shortcut. When done, assign the conditional shortcut to the Action button. This is a simple example of a conditional shortcut. They can get way more complicated.Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Now, when you trigger the Action button, it’ll first check your current location using your iPhone’s GPS. If the street you’re currently at matches your home address, it’ll automatically toggle your smart home appliance. If not, it’ll proceed with calling your partner. This is just one basic example of how powerful conditional shortcuts can be. You can create if statements that detect your current activity for running-related shortcuts. Similarly, you can set the Action button to perform specific tasks depending on the app you have in the foreground, the phone’s orientation, the battery level, or other factors. You even nest multiple if statements to create a comprehensive shortcut that adapts to everything you do. It may take you some time to get there, but it’s technically possible.12:06 pmSMS Delivery Delays to Nuevatel Network In Bolivia
Dec 10, 04:06 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Nuevatel Network in Bolivia. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.12:03 pmSpotify Rolls Out Music Videos to Premium Users in US and Canada
Spotify has announced music videos are rolling out now to Premium users in the U.S. and Canada, though the feature remains in beta. The catalog currently includes music videos from artists like Ariana Grande, Olivia Dean, BABYMONSTER, Addison Rae, Tyler Childers, Natanael Cano, and Carín León. Spotify says the initial video catalog is "limited" for now while the feature is in beta, but asks users to "stay tuned" as availability is set to grow "over the coming months." If you're a Premium subscriber and want to check out music videos, open Spotify on you TV, desktop, iOS, or Android device, and a "Switch to Video" icon will appear above the song title in supported music tracks. Tapping starts the song from the beginning with accompanying video within the Now Playing view, which can also be rotated to landscape orientation on iPhone and Android. To find additional music videos – including live and cover videos – scroll down to explore Related Music Videos, or go to an artist's profile and look under the Music tab. You can also watch by genre and era via playlists like 90s Video Hits, Hip-Hop Throwbacks, and Latin Party Hits. Spotify first announced beta support for music videos back in March 2024, but the feature was limited to 11 markets including the UK, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Brazil, Colombia, Philippines, Indonesia, and Kenya. In October, Spotify released a redesigned app for Apple TV that supports music videos, which had by then expanded to 97 countries around the world. Spotify says music videos will be available to all Premium users in the U.S. and Canada by the end of the month. Previously, video content on Spotify has been limited to video podcasts and short repeating music video clips when a song plays. Apple Music has included its own music video catalog for almost seven years now. The feature was introduced with the release of iOS 11.3 in March 2018. Tag: SpotifyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:30 amiOS 26.2’s small tweaks add up to a big update for your iPhone–here’s what’s new
Macworld iOS 26.2 will soon be available to download on your iPhone, and while the update isn’t a major overhaul, it brings numerous changes and refinements, including more Liquid Glass tweaks. More importantly, iOS 26.2 brings a series of minor new features throughout the system that will surprise and delight iPhone users. Here are all the new iOS 26.2 features you’ll want to check out right away: Liquid Glass Lock Screen slider After listening to user feedback, Apple added a new option to iOS 26.1 that lets users choose between the traditional Liquid Glass look and a “Tinted” mode that makes everything more frosted. Now with iOS 26.2, there’s also a similar adjustment for the clock on the Lock Screen. Thanks to a new slider in the Lock Screen options, users can adjust the transparency of the clock to make it more or less “Liquid.” The option to make the clock completely solid remains, and users can still choose between different colors. iOS 26.2 lets you adjust the Liquid Glass intensity on the Lock Screen.Foundry Liquid Glass Measure app Apple continues expanding its new design language across the system, and the Measure app is the latest to get the Liquid Glass treatment. With iOS 26.2, the app’s controls, buttons, and panels adopt the same translucent, fluid look introduced earlier this year. The interface feels more consistent with the rest of iOS. Functionality remains the same, but the updated visuals help modernize an app that hadn’t seen a significant UI refresh in a while. The Measure app got a Liquid Glass update in iOS 26.2.Foundry Auto chapters in Podcasts Although Apple Podcasts already had a chapter selector, it required the podcast creator to set them manually. iOS 26.2 automatically creates chapters based on the content transcript, so you can easily jump to a specific part of an episode. In addition, the app now detects mentions of another podcast available on the platform and then provides the user with a link to listen to that episode. Improved Sleep Score Another new feature introduced with iOS 26 is Sleep Score, which ranks the user’s sleep quality based on data obtained from the Apple Watch. This includes things like how long you sleep, bedtime, and interruptions. With iOS 26.2, Apple is making fine adjustments to Sleep Score, which now provides a more accurate score for each category. These are the new scores for each level: Very High: 96-100 High: 81-95 OK: 61-80 Low: 41-60 Very Low: 0-40 The Sleep Score is improved in iOS 26.2.Foundry Set reminders as alarms With iOS 26.2, users can choose to display reminder notifications as alarms. Instead of a banner, the reminder will take up the entire screen with an audible alert, just like traditional alarms set in the Clock app. You can snooze the reminder or slide to stop it. It’s worth noting that the feature is optional, which means you can continue using the Reminders app with classic notifications if you prefer. AirDrop PIN AirDrop is also gaining a new feature with iOS 26.2. When you’re using AirDrop with someone who isn’t in your contacts list, AirDrop will show a PIN code to be entered on the other device, similar to Apple TV pairing. Doing this adds the other device to a list of known devices for 30 days. So the next time, you can quickly use AirDrop with that person without changing any settings or entering the PIN again. You can now secure AirDrop interactions with a pin code in iOS 26.2.Foundry Apple News shortcuts With the update, Apple News users will find new shortcuts with quick access to specific sections of the News app. These include Sports, Puzzles, Politics, and Food. The shortcuts are shown on the Apple News app home screen, as well as in the Search tab. Freeform app tables Apple’s Freeform whiteboarding app, which lets users sketch, brainstorm, organize notes, and more on an infinite canvas, is getting a powerful tool in iOS 26.2: tables. After updating to iOS 26.2, you’ll see the new option to add tables alongside the existing options for creating notes and adding shapes. Tables can be customized with multiple rows and columns. AirPods Live Translation in the EU One of the biggest new features in iOS 26 is Live Translation for AirPods. As the name suggests, this feature allows users to talk to people who speak a different language, with the earbuds translating the conversation in real time. The feature was previously only available in a few regions, but iOS 26.2 expands it to more countries. The feature is now enabled for all users in the European Union. It’s worth noting that AirPods Live Translation only works with AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods 4. The feature is available in English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. Update to iOS 26.2 Functionality remains the same, but the updated visuals help modernize an app that hadn’t seen a significant UI refresh in a while. If you’re already running iOS 26, this update makes the experience feel more cohesive, more responsive, and simply nicer to use day-to-day. To get the update when it arrives, head over to the Settings app, then General and Software Update.10:54 amRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Beeline
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 15, 13:00 - 16:00 PSTDec 10, 02:30 PSTScheduled - The Beeline network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 15 December 2025 at 13:00 PST until 15 December 2025 at 16:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Beeline Russia handsets.10:52 amGoogle Maps Quietly Added This Long-Overdue Feature for Drivers
Google Maps on iOS quietly gained a new feature recently that automatically recognizes where you've parked your vehicle and saves the location for you. Announced on LinkedIn by Rio Akasaka, Google Maps' senior product manager, the new feature auto-detects your parked location even if you don't use the parking pin function, saves it for up to 48 hours, and then automatically removes it once you start driving again. Saving your parking spot in Maps isn't a new ability in itself. You could already do that manually by tapping your location on the map and then choosing Saved Parking. The difference here is that the whole process is automated for you. Akasaka explains what you need to do to get the feature to work: Get in a car with Google Maps and connect to your car with USB, Bluetooth or CarPlay, and once you're done driving, there's a little pin waiting for you when you open Google Maps next – a personal parking Maps valet, just for you. When you drive again, the pin goes away, just like that.Automatic parking location saving started rolling out on iPhone about a month ago, but since then another feature has gone live that will now use any custom car icons you've set up as a parking icon, instead of the default "P" icon. Google added custom car icons to Maps in 2020, and eight new car shapes and colors were added earlier this year. As things stand, the new auto-save parking place feature only works on iOS. While a similar parking reminder can be found on Android, the icon will only go away if the user manually removes it. (Via 9to5Google.)Tag: Google MapsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:23 amZRH (Zurich) on 2025-12-11
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 11, 01:00 - 06:00 UTCDec 10, 09:22 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ZRH (Zurich) datacenter on 2025-12-11 between 01:00 and 06:00 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.08:53 amComputer Virus Protection Tips and How to Remove a Virus from Your Computer
Computer viruses continue to be a widespread and costly problem, affecting everyone from casual computer users to major organizations. Some of the most damaging incidents in history started with small actions that could have happened to anyone. The Melissa virus spread in 1999 because thousands of people opened what looked like a normal email attachment. […] The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.08:53 amARN (Stockholm) on 2025-12-15
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 15, 01:00 - 05:00 UTCDec 10, 08:40 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ARN (Stockholm) datacenter on 2025-12-15 between 01:00 and 05:00 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.08:53 amDFW (Dallas) on 2025-12-11
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 11, 08:00 - 13:00 UTCDec 10, 08:52 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in DFW (Dallas) datacenter on 2025-12-11 between 08:00 and 13:00 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.08:34 am1000 downloads, 1 paying customer, 790 Users in my the first 3 weeks. Here’s what I did | Reddit on iOS Programming1000 downloads, 1 paying customer, 790 Users in my the first 3 weeks. Here’s what I did
Hi all, So first of all you might see 2 paying users, first one was literally my mum testing the payment method lol So I wanted to offer up what I've learnt along this journey as what other's had learnt helped me a ton. Marketing First 0-50 users: The two weeks I specifically found subreddits […]08:00 amThese $199.95 wireless iPhone chargers are $35 right now
Macworld TL;DR: A Speedy Mag Wireless Charger now only costs $35 (reg. $119.95). A dead battery at the wrong time can ruin your whole day. Keep your batteries up with a Speedy Mag 5,000mAh Wireless Charger for iPhones on sale for $34.97 (reg. $119.95). There’s nothing worse than watching your phone hit 8 percent when you’re nowhere near a charger. Speedy Mag snaps onto the back of your iPhone and just stays there while you go about your day. No wires swinging around, no guessing whether it’s lined up right. Because it attaches magnetically, you can slip your phone into a pocket, hold it normally, or set it down without knocking the charger loose. The 5,000mAh capacity is enough to get most iPhones through the rest of a busy day without babysitting your battery level, which is all you really want in a portable charger. It charges quickly, and the built-in protections keep your phone from getting too hot or overcharged. The matte finish feels nice in your hand and keeps things from looking bulky. If you ever need a wired backup, the USB-C port is right there, but you’ll rarely touch it. Speedy Mag works with iPhone 12 and newer, plus any Qi-compatible devices if you want to share the power. It’s small, travel-friendly, and solves a problem everyone deals with at some point. Until December 21 at 11:59 p.m. PT, it’s only $34.97 to get a Speedy Mag Wireless Charger. Speedy Mag 5,000mAh Wireless Charger for iPhone (Black)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amSay bye-bye to your slippery Apple TV remote—grab this one for just $30
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THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 10, 22:00 PST - Dec 11, 02:00 PSTDec 9, 23:24 PSTScheduled - Our MMS carrier partner in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 10 December 2025 at 22:00 PST until 11 December 2025 at 02:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering MMS to United States handsets via United States short codes.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.07:53 amUnited States MMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
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Dec 9, 21:30 PSTInvestigating - We are currently investigating an increase in 5XX errors within our Studio workflow engine. As a result, some customers may experience the following issues, such as Calls may not answer or may hang up unexpectedly and/or inbound messages may not be processed. Our engineering teams are actively working to resolve the issue, and will have an update within 1 hour.04:56 amSMS Delivery Delays to Liberty Mobile Network in Puerto Rico
Dec 9, 20:56 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Liberty Mobile Network in Puerto Rico. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.04:54 amI vibe coded an app, can I call myself an iOS dev?
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submitted by /u/chomaras [link] [comments]02:18 amCiti lifts Apple stock target following strong iPhone sales
Citi analysts are growing bullish on Apple, pointing to soaring iPhone 17 sales and movement towards the new, improved Siri.iPhone 17There's no doubt that Apple is having a banner year, and analysts are adjusting their predictions accordingly. Citi has doubled down on its "buy" rating for Apple's stock, raising the target price from $315 to $330.Apple's stock had a price of $277.18 by market's end on Tuesday. As CNBC notes, a jump to $330 would mean a 19% boost, up considerably from the 13% the analysts had initially quoted. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:52 amUnited Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Three
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 17, 21:30 - 22:30 PSTDec 9, 17:29 PSTScheduled - Our carrier partner Three United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 17 December 2025 at 21:30 PST until 17 December 2025 at 22:30 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for Three United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Verify Silent Network Auth, Lookup SIM Swap, Lookup Identity Match, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes01:08 amCiti reiterates Apple stock buy rating, boosts price target
Despite the ongoing leadership turmoil and AI uncertainty, Citi’s analysts raised the price target on Apple’s stock from $315 to $350. Here’s why. more…12:42 amPebble Unveils $75 iPhone-Compatible Smart Ring for Quick Voice Recordings
Pebble today announced the Pebble Index 01, a simple smart ring that's designed for recording information. It is equipped with a microphone and a button to start a recording, but little else. Priced at $75, the Index 01 does not require an internet connection or a subscription, and it doesn't record unless the button is pressed. Recordings are sent to a connected smartphone, and can be saved as a note, added to a calendar, or set as a reminder. Information is processed by open source speech-to-text and AI models locally on an iPhone or Android smartphone. It is customizable, and single or double button clicks can be set to control different actions like switching to a new song, taking a photo, or activating smart home devices. The device is made from stainless steel, and it is available in three colors, including silver, gold, and black. Sizes range from 6 to 13. It is resistant to water, and no charging is necessary. Pebble says the battery will last for 12 to 15 hours of recording, which equates to 10-20 recordings per day that are 3-6 seconds in length. Since there is no replaceable battery and no option to charge, the ring is meant to be recycled when the battery dies. The Pebble Index 01 is priced at $75 and is available for pre-order from the Pebble website. It will ship in March 2026, and after that, the price will increase to $99.Tag: PebbleThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:39 amResearchers used 3 million days of Apple Watch data to train a disease-detection AI
A new study by researchers from MIT and Empirical Health used 3 million person-days of Apple Watch data to develop a foundation model that predicts medical conditions with impressive accuracy. Here are the details. more…12:00 amSwiftData in iOS 26 [SUBSCRIBER]
In this module, you’ll learn about the new features in Swift Data that were introduced at WWDC 2025. The new model inheritance capabilities, and how they impact queries and model migration are covered.Tuesday December 0911:56 pmOur Engineers are Investigating an Issue with 10dlc and TF Compliance impacted during the AWS DynamoDB outage on Dec 3rd | TwilioOur Engineers are Investigating an Issue with 10dlc and TF Compliance impacted during the AWS DynamoDB outage on Dec 3rd
Dec 9, 15:56 PSTMonitoring - Our engineers are currently investigating the customer impact of a retroactive issue with 10dlc and TF Compliance impacted during the AWS DynamoDB outage on Dec 3rd. We will follow up and provide customer impact details within 2 hours.11:38 pmEuropean Commission credits DMA for upcoming iPhone-Android switching tools
Apple and Google are preparing tools to make switching devices easier, but the European Commission is already claiming credit under the DMA.iPhone 17 ProOn Monday, Google began rolling out an Android update that will eventually make it easier for users to transfer data, such as contacts, calendars, and messages, between platforms. Apple is also working on a similar feature for a future iOS 26 developer beta, though no release date has been set.The feature isn't live yet, and we suspect it will take quite some time before it is. The rollout process is likely to be gradual, as it requires significant collaboration between Apple and Google. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:36 pmEU Takes Credit for Apple and Google's Upcoming iPhone-Android Data Transfer Tools
The simplified smartphone switching Apple and Google are adopting is an example of how the Digital Markets Act (DMA) benefits users and developers, the European Commission said today. Apple and Google are making it easier for users to switch between iPhone and Android smartphones, adding an option to transfer data from another smartphone during the device setup process. Apple and Google are implementing this functionality because the DMA requires services to offer effective data portability to avoid data lock-in to an operating system. The EC says the new interoperability is a "direct result of the DMA." The European Commission welcomes the cross-OS data portability solution that has been communicated by Apple and Google. This is an example of how the Digital Markets Act (DMA) brings benefits to users and developers. This OS portability solution will allow users to easily transfer data from iPhone to Android and vice versa when they set up a new device. It will support many types of data, including: contacts, calendar events, messages, photos, documents, Wi-Fi networks, passwords, and even data from third-party apps. It will also work wirelessly. These are major upgrades compared to the currently limited data transfer solutions. The DMA is also the reason why Apple and Google designed a simplified eSIM transfer solution earlier this year. The EC says that both new features were made possible by "extensive engineering work and collaboration" between the two companies, along with "intensive discussions with the Commission." Taken together, the eSIM transfer and the OS data portability solutions will greatly simplify the experience of users who want to switch from an iPhone to an Android phone, or vice versa. This improved data portability across platforms brings more user choice, which drives competition and creates more incentives to innovate. Users should be able to pick a new phone based on innovative features, not based on where their data is locked. Apple and Google are currently testing the new smartphone switching solution. Google implemented it in an Android Canary build, and Apple is expected to add it in a future update to iOS 26. Apple and Google will support transferring contacts, messages, photos, documents, Wi-Fi networks, passwords, information from third-party apps, and more. Though Apple and Google are implementing simplified switching due to DMA requirements, it is functionality that will be rolled out worldwide and not just in Europe. The European Commission is highlighting DMA wins because earlier this year, Apple commissioned a study that said the Digital Markets Act has failed to lower App Store prices for consumers. Apple said the DMA has "failed to live up to its promises," and has only delivered "less security, less privacy, and a worse experience for consumers across Europe."Tags: Android, European Commission, European UnionThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:32 pmSMS Delivery Failures from Subset of Twilio Numbers in Denmark
Dec 9, 15:32 PSTUpdate - We are experiencing SMS delivery failures from Subset of Twilio Numbers in Denmark. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Dec 9, 15:28 PSTInvestigating - Our monitoring systems have detected a potential issue SMS delivery failures from Subset of Twilio Numbers in Denmark. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We will update as soon as we have more information.11:26 pmAnyone here dreaming of building an app and turning it into a real company | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingAnyone here dreaming of building an app and turning it into a real company
Hey everyone, I’ve been working on the early idea for an app and I’m seriously considering turning it into a real business. I know a lot of people out there also have that dream of creating something from scratch, building a product, launching it, growing it, and maybe even forming a team around. If you’re […]11:18 pmMicrosoft Patch Tuesday, December 2025 Edition
Microsoft today pushed updates to fix at least 56 security flaws in its Windows operating systems and supported software. This final Patch Tuesday of 2025 tackles one zero-day bug that is already being exploited, as well as two publicly disclosed vulnerabilities.11:12 pmEvent Streams is experiencing Delays in Delivering Events
Dec 9, 15:09 PSTUpdate - Event Streams is experiencing delays in delivering events. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Dec 9, 15:04 PSTInvestigating - Our monitoring systems have detected a potential issue with delays in Event Streams. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We will update as soon as we have more information.10:47 pmThe iPhone’s 18 Dynamic Island could get smaller, according to a new report
Macworld Rumors from Chinese social media site Weibo are hit-and-miss, especially when they don’t contain any photographic evidence or name sources. So with the appropriate grain of salt, consider the latest leak from Weibo account “Smart Pikachu” who asserts that Apple is testing a “a micro-transparent glass panel” for under-display Face ID. Face ID relies on a number of sensors beyond just the front-facing camera. There’s an infrared flood illuminator, a dot projector from a VCSEL array, and a structured light receiver. So some of these parts might move under the display, but the main front-facing camera probably won’t, for example. This could make the Dynamic Island area smaller, or even reduce it to a “punch-hole” style circle. Otherwise, it’s unclear why Apple would need to move the parts under the display. Of course, even this rumor says Apple is only “testing” the technology, and does not mention which iPhone 18 phones would get the feature. So, it could be limited to the Pro models or even just the Pro Max if it arrives at all. We’ve certainly heard rumors of Apple reducing and eventually eliminating the cutout for its front camera several times in the past. While the timeline seems to shift, the latest leaks seem to suggest that we’ll see some changes in the iPhone 18 timeframe and further changes in the 20th anniversary iPhone in 2027.10:42 pmiMessage’s Delivery Architecture Makes It Hard to Block Without Blocking All iOS Push Notifications | Daring FireballiMessage’s Delivery Architecture Makes It Hard to Block Without Blocking All iOS Push Notifications
Draw your own conclusions about cellular carriers and enterprise network administrators being similar to authoritarian governments.10:40 pmFormer Apple COO Jeff Williams nominated for Disney's board of directors
After 25 years at Apple, former COO Jeff Williams may be taking his next role at the Magic Kingdom.Jeff Williams presenting at an Apple EventJeff Williams spent more than 25 years at Apple, with 15 of them as the company's chief operating officer. It wasn't until July 2025 that he retired, with Sabih Khan taking over the role officially in November.His Apple chapter may be closed, but Williams isn't exactly putting his feet up. Instead, he now looks to be courting a board seat with The Mouse. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:25 pmFull-size HomePod sees rare $20 discount, just in time for the holidays
Apple's smart speakers rarely go on sale, but this HomePod 2 deal will save you some money. Makes a great gift for Apple fans. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)10:06 pmSenior work feels too easy now – what’s the next move?
I'm a senior iOS dev with 5 years of experience at a major fintech in Brazil. My day-to-day work has become… comfortable. Maybe too comfortable. VIP architecture, SwiftUI, UIKit – I can build features almost on autopilot now. I'm positioned for a Tech Lead promotion soon, but I'm questioning if that's actually what I want. […]10:04 pmEU says easier iPhone-Android switching is proof the DMA is working
Yesterday, Apple and Google announced that they have teamed up to make it easier to switch between Android and iPhone devices. The companies say they have developed new features that make it easier and faster to move data between each platform as part of this joint collaboration. In a new statement to 9to5Mac, a European Commission spokesperson says this is an “example of how the Digital Markets Act (DMA) brings benefits to users and developers.” While the European Commission is taking credit for this Apple-Google collaboration, the features will be available worldwide, not just in the European Union. more…10:02 pmApple's Slow AI Pace Becomes a Strength As Market Grows Weary of Spending
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Bloomberg: Shares of Apple were battered earlier this year as the iPhone maker faced repeated complaints about its lack of an artificial intelligence strategy. But as the AI trade faces increasing scrutiny, that hesitance has gone from a weakness to a strength -- and it's showing up in the stock market. Through the first six months of 2025, Apple was the second-worst performer among the Magnificent Seven tech giants, as its shares tumbled 18% through the end of June. That has reversed since then, with the stock soaring 35%, while AI darlings like Meta Platforms and Microsoft slid into the red and even Nvidia underperformed. The S&P 500 Index rose 10% in that time, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 Index gained 13%. [...] As a result, Apple now has a $4.1 trillion market capitalization and the second biggest weight in the S&P 500, leaping over Microsoft and closing in on Nvidia. The shift reflects the market's questioning of the hundreds of billions of dollars Big Tech firms are throwing at AI development, as well as Apple's positioning to eventually benefit when the technology is ready for mass use. "It is remarkable how they have kept their heads and are in control of spending, when all of their peers have gone the other direction," said John Barr, portfolio manager of the Needham Aggressive Growth Fund. Bill Stone, chief investment officer at Glenview Trust Company, added: "While they most certainly will incorporate more AI into the phones over time, Apple has avoided the AI arms race and the massive capex that accompanies it." His company views Apple's stock as "a bit of an anti-AI holding." Read more of this story at Slashdot.10:01 pmFormer Apple COO Jeff Williams Joining Disney's Board of Directors
Former Apple chief operating officer Jeff Williams may soon join Disney's board of directors. The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors nominated Williams to be a new independent director, and he will stand for election at the 2026 annual shareholders meeting. Williams was Apple's chief operating officer from December 2015 to November 2025, when he retired from Apple. Williams was in charge of Apple's worldwide operations, customer service, and support. He also led the Apple Watch engineering and health initiatives, and headed up the design team from 2023 until his retirement. In a statement, Williams said that he looks forward to contributing to Disney's growth. "I have long admired Disney's legacy of pairing imagination with innovation--leveraging new technologies in bold, creative ways to bring to life timeless stories and entertain its guests," said Williams. "It is an honor to be nominated to the board of this storied company. I look forward to working with Disney's talented leadership team and contributing to the company's ongoing journey of creativity and excellence." Disney's board will expand to 11 members with Williams, and he is set to join Bob Iger, GM CEO Mary Barra, former Morgan Stanley Executive Chairman James Gorman, former Sky CEO Jeremy Darroch, Lululemon CEO Calvin McDonald, and others.Tag: Jeff WilliamsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:56 pmFormer COO Jeff Williams nominated to join Disney board following Apple retirement
Jeff Williams wasted no time finding his next thing after retiring from Apple. The former Apple chief operating officer has been nominated to Disney’s board. more…09:49 pmGoogle plans to release its first AI smart glasses in 2026
Google is gearing up to launch its first AI-powered smart glasses in 2026, intensifying the race in wearable tech. Powered by Gemini AI… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:35 pmReport suggests foldables might surge in 2026 as Apple joins the race
Worldwide foldable smartphone shipments are expected to rise 30% year over year in 2026, driven by Apple's iPhone Fold and the expanding foldable market.iPhone Fold could take on the look of two iPhone Air models fused togetherApple is rumored to be taking a big bet on foldables later in 2026. That push into the niche may help it grow into a more competitive market.IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker forecasts rapid expansion for the category, which could account for more than 10% of total smartphone market by 2029. The bendy phones that once looked like prototypes are projected to escape the niche and become a more viable business, but only with Apple's help. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:27 pmiPhone Fold Expected to Claim 22% of Foldable Market, 34% of Revenue in First Year
Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone is expected to spur strong growth in worldwide foldable smartphone shipments in 2026, according to new estimates shared by IDC. IDC believes the iPhone Fold will capture over 22 percent unit share and 34 percent of the foldables market value in its first year due to an expected $2,400 starting price point. Right now, the foldable market is dominated by Samsung and Google. "The launch of Apple's first foldable iPhone will mark a turning point for the foldable segment," said Francisco Jeronimo, vice president of client devices at IDC. "This move is likely to boost category awareness and drive consumer interest. Apple tends to be a catalyst for mainstream adoption of new categories. Although foldables will continue to be a niche segment from a volume perspective, it will become a relevant value driver for most vendors offering foldables, as average selling prices will be 3 times higher than a standard smartphone." The overall foldable smartphone market is expected to grow 30 percent in 2026 thanks to Apple joining the market, with some growth also expected from Samsung's Galaxy Z Trifold launching in January 2026. Rumors suggest Apple's first foldable iPhone will debut in fall 2026 alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models. The iPhone Fold is expected to feature book-like design that folds horizontally, opening out into a larger iPad mini-sized display. The device will be around 5.5 inches in size when folded, but it will open up to around 7.8 inches. Apple has worked to eliminate the crease with a reinforced hinge, and it could be one of the first foldable devices with no visible crease. Details on what to expect from Apple's foldable iPhone can be found in our iPhone Fold roundup.Tag: IDCThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:26 pmThe best holiday deals on MacBook Air, Mac mini, and more (from $479)
The holiday deals are still hanging around Apple’s Mac lineup. We’re tracking solid deals across the board on the Mac mini, and more. Whether you’re tempted by the ultra-slim and cute design of the Mac mini, the portability of the MacBook Air, or the sheer power of the MacBook Pro, there’s something for everyone in this lineup of Mac holiday sales. more…09:24 pmiOS 26’s Shortcuts app adds 25+ new actions, here’s everything new
When iOS 26 launched, it brought a variety of upgrades and expansions to the Shortcuts app, including 25+ brand new actions. Here’s everything new. more…09:04 pmHey guys, would you like to exchange reviews?
I recently released my first app and I need reviews! I was thinking that if you'd like we could exchange reviews. Let me know in the comments if you're interested or send me a DM and we'll share links. I heard that you need to wait a bit to publish a review otherwise Apple deletes […]08:53 pmIndonesia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Indosat
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 10, 12:00 - 18:00 PSTDec 9, 12:35 PSTScheduled - The Indosat network in Indonesia is conducting an emergency maintenance from 10 December 2025 at 12:00 PST until 10 December 2025 at 18:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Indosat Indonesia handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.08:45 pmApple delivers Tap to Pay on iPhone to Hong Kong
Apple on Tuesday announced that Tap to Pay on iPhone is now available in Hong Kong, enabling thousands of merchants to use iPhone… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:38 pmIndonesia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Indosat
Dec 9, 12:38 PSTIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Dec 9, 12:35 PSTScheduled - The Indosat network in Indonesia is conducting an emergency maintenance from 09 December 2025 at 12:00 PST until 09 December 2025 at 18:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Indosat Indonesia handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.08:34 pmBlowout deals: 15-inch MacBook Air 512GB slashed to $999 (save up to $600)
Save up to $600 on two 15-inch MacBook Air M3 models with 512GB of storage, with blowout prices starting at just $999.Save up to $600 on blowout MacBook Airs - Image credit: AppleChoose from the M3/16GB/512GB spec for $999 or the M3/24GB/512GB config for $1,099, a discount of $500 and $600 off MSRP respectively. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:29 pmPebble's simple smart ring lets you make voice notes from your finger
Pebble's revival has continued with an expansion into more wearables, but it's a bit of a stretch to suggest the Pebble Index 01 is a very "smart" ring.Pebble Index 01 ring - Image Credit: PebbleThe Pebble smart watch made a big return earlier in 2025, with new versions having a 30-day battery life, but lacking modern smartwatch features. Now, the company is going after the smart ring market with a similar concept.Launched on Tuesday, the Pebble Index 01 is a ring designed to help you make voice notes quickly. The idea is to act as an external memory for the user, always on hand to handle audio recordings. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:28 pmRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Sberbank Mobile
Dec 9, 12:28 PSTIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Dec 9, 12:25 PSTScheduled - The Sberbank Mobile network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 09 December 2025 at 12:00 PST until 09 December 2025 at 14:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Sberbank Mobile Russia handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.08:12 pmJustWatch: These were Apple TV’s top global movies and shows in November
Every month, JustWatch ranks the most-watched Apple TV titles among its users, which offers helpful context on which premieres or catalog titles are trending worldwide. Here’s November’s Top 10, according to the streaming guide. more…08:09 pmiPhone Fold called ‘game-changer’ for next year, big impact predicted
IDC has published a new report highlighting expectations for the foldable smartphone market next year, projecting huge 30% year-over-year gains driven by the “game-changer” of the iPhone Fold. more…08:03 pmHands-on: Sonnet RackMac mini – up to three Mac minis in a single enclosure [Video]
In macOS 26.2, which will be released soon, Apple is introducing a new low-latency feature that lets you cluster several Macs together using Thunderbolt 5 at up to 80Gb/s. Among other potential use-cases, this feature may prove to be handy for AI developers and researchers looking to run massive local models by pooling together device resources. This clustering capability won’t just be limited to high end machines like the Mac Studio, but will work with any Thunderbolt 5-enabled Mac, including the M4 Pro Mac mini. It’s perfect timing, because I just went hands-on with Sonnet’s new rack mount solution for the M4-era Mac mini, aptly titled RackMac mini. The RackMac mini lets users mount up to three Mac mini machines in a standard 19-inch rack footprint, and features a handful of intelligent design decisions – like front power buttons – that make managing multiple machines easy. Watch our hands-on video as we take a closer look, and be sure to subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube for more. more…07:43 pmWhatsapp Customers Are Unable to Onboard New Senders While Using Twilio Console
Dec 9, 11:43 PSTIdentified - Whatsapp customers are unable to onboard new senders while using Twilio Console Self sign up flow. We are investigating the issue and will have an update within 1 hour.07:38 pmSupply chain report claims Apple is preparing for strong iPhone Fold demand
A now-deleted report claims Apple has far bigger sales expectations for its iPhone Fold than early expectations suggested.What the iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderThe report, from ET News and relayed by MacRumors, claims Apple ordered 22 million OLED panels from Samsung Display for its first foldable iPhone. The linked report has been deleted for reasons unknown.It described a split between inward-folding screens and external companion displays, implying an output of nearly 10 million finished devices after normal yield losses. These numbers were surprising because early expectations for Apple's entry into the category were much smaller. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:30 pmSpotify subscribers in the U.S. and Canada can now watch music videos
It’s been a long time coming, but premium Spotify subscribers in the U.S. and Canada can finally watch music videos of their favorite artists. However, the feature is still in beta. Here are the details. more…Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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