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- 01:08 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…07:20 pmSneaky Sasquatch comes to hundreds of Apple Retail Store locations this holiday season | Mac Daily NewsSneaky Sasquatch comes to hundreds of Apple Retail Store locations this holiday season
This holiday season, Apple Arcade players can dive deeper into the world of the hit game Sneaky Sasquatch. A top-ranked title since its 2019… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:17 pmApple has two Macs launching next year that could kick off new era
Apple has a strong lineup of new Macs expected next year, but there are two 2026 models in particular that seem set to kick off a new era for the Mac. more…07:08 pmWhat do you iOS developers want for Christmas?
submitted by /u/busymom0 [link] [comments]06:29 pmElevated errors
Dec 9, 10:28 PSTInvestigating - We are currently investigating this issue.06:17 pmApple TV dominates Golden Globes race, eclipsing Netflix and HBO in prestige TV
Golden Gloves nominations show how Apple TV eclipses Netflix and HBO in prestige TV -- part of a winning strategy with an emphasis on quality. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:11 pmApple TV reveals a first look at ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ series starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nicole Kidman, and Nick Offerman | Mac Daily NewsApple TV reveals a first look at ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ series starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nicole Kidman, and Nick Offerman
Apple TV revealed a sneak peek at its highly anticipated series “Margo’s Got Money Troubles,” starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:08 pmApple Offering Up to 3 Free Months of Apple Arcade With Holiday Gift Card Purchase
Apple is offering U.S. customers who purchase and redeem an Apple Gift Card three months of free access to Apple Arcade. Holiday gift card purchases made before January 6, 2026 are eligible for the Apple Arcade trial, as long as the card is redeemed by January 13, 2026. The offer is available to new or qualified returning Apple Arcade subscribers, but it is not an option for existing Apple Arcade subscribers. New subscribers can try Apple Arcade for three months, while returning subscribers get two months of access. There is no minimum denomination required for the gift card purchase, and the gift card can be acquired from the Apple retail store or Apple online store. Apple gift cards from third-party retailers or new value added to an Apple Account balance are not eligible for the Apple Arcade trial. Only one trial per Apple Account is available. Apple will provide the bonus code immediately after gift card redemption to an Apple Account balance. An Apple Account with a payment method on file is required, and the plan will automatically renew at $6.99 per month unless it is canceled. Apple Arcade is Apple's subscription gaming service, offering over 200 games with no in-app fees or ads. Up to six family members can access Apple Arcade with a single subscription.Tag: Apple ArcadeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:00 pmHuge M4 Mac mini savings are live — while they last
Grab Apple's small yet powerful desktop computer with this Mac mini deal. At this low price, it makes a great gift! (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:00 pmGoogle Photos for iOS Gets Redesigned Video Editor
Google is rolling out a redesigned video editor on iOS devices, providing an updated design that is "faster and easier to use." There's a universal timeline with support for multi-clip editing and storytelling, plus an adaptive canvas that makes editing simpler. Tools that you need to edit photos and videos are easier to access, and Google says "everything you need is right where you expect it to be." When creating videos, users can browse the Photos music library and quickly add a soundtrack to a highlight video. There are also several features that are available on Android devices that could expand to iOS devices in the future. Android users have access to templates with pre-set formats that include built-in music, text, and cuts that are synced to a soundtrack, along with the option to add custom text overlays. Google says that the new features will be available to users starting today.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:59 pmApple to Make More Foldable iPhones Than Expected
Apple has ordered 22 million OLED panels from Samsung Display for the first foldable iPhone, signaling a significantly larger production target than the display industry had previously anticipated, ET News reports. In the now-seemingly deleted report, ET News claimed that Samsung plans to mass-produce 11 million inward-folding OLED displays for Apple next year, as well as 11 million accompanying external displays. With Samsung Display serving as the exclusive supplier of these components, the production plan implies that Apple's own target output for the first-generation foldable iPhone is in the range of 10 million finished devices, since suppliers usually produce more components than Apple needs to account for yield and quality variations. This production plan is more than 30% higher than initial industry expectations, which placed early foldable iPhone shipments between six million and eight million units. Those earlier estimates were based on the historical performance of the global foldable smartphone market, which has hovered just above 20 million units annually. The report reiterated that the device is expected to feature a book-style, inward-folding design with a 5.35-inch external display and a 7.58-inch folding internal display. It is believed to contain an advanced hinge design and specialized material properties to minimize the crease in the folding display. Apple reportedly plans to adopt Color Filter on Encapsulation (COE), a method that removes the traditional polarizer layer and integrates its functionality directly into the OLED stack. Eliminating the polarizer can reduce thickness and improve brightness. The device is also rumored to incorporate an Under Display Camera (UDC), allowing the internal display to achieve a more seamless full-screen appearance without a punch hole or visible camera cutout. The first foldable iPhone is expected to launch next year alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.Tags: ETNews, Foldable iPhone, SamsungThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:55 pmSMS Delivery Failures From Subset of Twilio Numbers in Romania
Dec 9, 09:55 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery failures from Subset of Twilio Numbers in Romania. 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.05:52 pmApple Arcade's 'Sneaky Sasquatch' hides in Apple Stores for holiday fun
The Apple Arcade hit "Sneaky Sasquatch" will be appearing in hundreds of Apple Stores for the holidays, as Apple's game subscription service prepares for a very busy vacation period.'Sneaky Sasquatch' continues to be an Apple Arcade hit. Image source: AppleSneaky Sasquatch has been a massive success for Apple Arcade since its debut in 2019. For the holidays, fans will be able to experience more from the game, both with updates and in person.Apple confirmed on Tuesday that select Apple Store locations around the world will be featuring the game in various ways. The main one being the Kids: Draw with Sneaky Sasquatch Today at Apple session, which will let kids create a festive scene and disguise Sasquatch with stickers using the iPad. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:51 pmSMS Delivery Delays and Failures to Telia in Sweden
Dec 9, 09:46 PSTInvestigating - We are investigating SMS delivery delays and failures when sending messages to Telia Network in Sweden. 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.05:40 pmiPadOS 26.2 delivers major Split View improvement — here’s how to use it
Explore the improved Split View in iPadOS 26.2 for seamless multitasking. Easily use two apps side-by-side on your iPad. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:40 pmStop this myth that Snow Leopard was just some tune-up Mac release
Since its release in 2009, it's been a continuing fallacy for pundits to hold up Mac OS X Snow Leopard as the perfect example of how Apple should update the Mac.Operating Systems used to come in boxes — image credit: AppleIt's a funny world where Apple is often criticized for not bringing new features to the Mac, yet it's also regularly praised for how Snow Leopard allegedly brought nothing new. Snow Leopard continues to be this shining example of how Apple ought to ignore the pressures to update macOS every single year.The latest claim is that iOS 27 will at last be one of these Snow Leopard updates, with no new features. It will make the existing features better, perhaps faster, certainly more stable. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:31 pmApple Pay Now Lets You 'Pay Later' With Klarna in Two More Countries
Klarna is now available as a buy-now, pay-later option when using Apple Pay in France and Italy. This financing option lets you pay for your Apple Pay purchase in monthly installments, with the shortest payment plans being interest free. Eligible customers can split purchases into three monthly installments, or choose to pay up to 30 days later, without paying any interest. For higher-value purchases with longer payment plans, Klarna says it offers competitive interest rates. Klarna was already available via Apple Pay in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Spain, and Sweden, so there are now eight countries supported. Apple discontinued its own buy-now, pay-later service called Apple Pay Later last year, and instead started partnering with third-party providers, including Klarna, Affirm, and Synchrony. Availability of these providers varies by country. When checking out with Apple Pay online and in apps, iPhone and iPad users can select "Other Cards & Pay Later Options" to access installment payment plans from Klarna and other financing partners, where available. Starting with iOS 26, the buy-now, pay-later options are also available for in-store Apple Pay purchases.Related Roundup: Apple PayRelated Forum: Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:25 pmSMS Delivery Delays to Claro Network in Dominican Republic
Dec 9, 09:25 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Claro Network in Dominican Republic. 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.05:16 pmApple Arcade Adding These Four Games in January
Apple Arcade will be adding four new games on Thursday, January 8, including True Skate+, Cozy Caravan, Sago Mini Jinja's Garden, and Potion Punch 2+. True Skate+ is a skateboarding simulation game with realistic physics. You can flick a virtual skateboard with your fingers to perform various tricks. Cozy Caravan is a kid-friendly, single-player game in which you navigate a caravan through picturesque landscapes, helping communities along the way. Sago Mini Jinga's Garden is another kid-friendly game in which you plant gardens, harvest ingredients, and explore the open world at your own pace. Potion Punch 2+ tasks you with mixing powerful potions. Apple Arcade is a subscription service that provides access to hundreds of games across the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. All of the games are free of ads and in-app purchases. In the U.S., Apple Arcade costs $6.99 per month, and it is also bundled with other Apple services in all Apple One plans. Apple Arcade can be accessed through the App Store and Apple Games apps.Tag: Apple ArcadeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:06 pmiOS 26’s Apple Maps feature can save you from traffic, here’s how to set it up
iOS 26 brought several solid upgrades to Apple Maps, including a feature centered on your typical routes and patterns that might save you from unexpected traffic delays. more…05:04 pmReview: GAMEBABY case gives your iPhone real buttons & turns it into a retro handheld console | 9 to 5 MacReview: GAMEBABY case gives your iPhone real buttons & turns it into a retro handheld console
Back in the day, I remember needing to jailbreak my iPhone to access apps like GBA4iOS and play my classic Game Boy Color games. But last year, Apple finally opened up the App Store and allowed developers to release emulators. It was easily one of the best things Apple could have done. I immediately downloaded Delta and started running through all my old Pokémon games. And while Delta’s haptics and software button layouts are great, nothing beats clicking real, physical buttons. That’s why the GAMEBABY case caught my eye. I reviewed the original version last year and loved it, so when the new model arrived for the iPhone 17 series, I had to test it again. Here’s what you need to know. more…04:52 pmATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-16
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Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is carrying over the return low on AirPods Pro 3 while also highlighting the return of AirPods 4 with ANC live again at $99. From there, we also spotted the 512GB M4 Mac mini back down at the Black Friday price this morning at nearly $130 off to join the base model at $479. A rare deal hit Apple’s 2025 Sport Loop today to deliver a new $34 all-time low while just about all black and natural Apple Watch Ultra 2 models are now $250 off. All of that, a rare deal on Magic Mouse (USB-C), and the ongoing all-time lows on Apple Watch Series 11 from $299 await below. more…04:43 pmAmazon takes $150 off M3 iPad Air with bonus coupon savings
Amazon's stacked instant and coupon savings slash Apple's M3 iPad Air down to as low as $449, with delivery by Christmas on select models.Get Apple's latest M3 iPad Air at $150 off.You can grab the discounted $449.99 price on the M3 iPad Air 11-inch, with select accounts requiring an on-page coupon box to be checked to take advantage of the stacked savings. This configuration features 128GB of storage space with Wi-Fi Only connectivity.Save $150 on M3 iPad Air Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:27 pmApple-owned Sneaky Sasquatch getting expansion, Apple Store tie-ins
Sneaky Sasquatch has been one of Apple Arcade’s most popular titles for years, and Apple has just announced a new update and special Apple Store experiences coming. more…04:25 pmConnectivity Issue – US-IAD (Washington)
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Macworld If you’re looking for a blazing-fast tablet with a stunning OLED display, then the iPad Pro is the way to go. If you don’t mind skipping on the M5 model, you can grab this 13-inch M4 iPad Pro with 5G and 512GB of storage for $1,250, an impressive $449 discount and the best price we’ve seen. This 13-inch iPad Pro has everything you could need, starting with the powerful M4 chip that can handle absolutely everything, from demanding apps to photo and video editing, streaming video, and anything else you can think of. The ultra-thin design is absolutely gorgeous, and the OLED display is one of the best we’ve ever seen on any device. Plus this model has 512GB of storage and 5G connectivity, so it’s a full desktop replacement wherever you go. In fact, we gave the M4 iPad Pro a perfect 5-star rating in our review, calling it “the best tablet you can currently get,” and our opinion hasn’t changed even with the launch of the M5. With such fantastic power, a stunning display, and a sleek design, the M4 13-inch iPad Pro is a fantastic deal at $1,250, so don’t miss your chance to grab it before this offer disappears forever! Buy now at Amazon04:09 pmPressure builds on Apple and CEO Tim Cook amid extraordinary executive turnover
As Apple grapples with a wave of high-profile executive departures CEO Tim Cook faces mounting pressure to steer the company through… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:06 pmApple Arcade has four new iPhone games launching next month
Apple has announced its lineup of four new games hitting Apple Arcade in January, here’s what’s coming to the gaming service next month. more…04:05 pm9to5Mac Daily: December 9, 2025 – Fitness+ expansion, Apple and Google team up
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 Backblaze: Give yourself the gift of peace of mind. Till the end of the month, 9to5Mac listeners get 30% off with code 9to5Xmas. more…03:53 pmATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-15
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On December 9, 2011, Apple opened its fifth Manhattan retail store, located in New York's ultra-busy Grand Central Terminal. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:42 pmGoogle Maps parking location now automatically saves on iOS, adds custom icons
Google Maps has recently rolled out a change where, at least on iOS, the app will automatically detect that you’ve parked your vehicle and save that location, and it will also now show it with a custom icon. more…03:31 pmApple TV has new star-packed series coming soon based on hit novel
Apple TV’s adaptation of the very popular novel, Margo’s Got Money Troubles, just got a release date. Here are the details and first images. more…03:25 pmiFixit app returns to the App Store with AI guidance and battery warnings
Repair outfit iFixit has released an iOS app providing access to its repair guides and AI-based assistance for fixing your hardware, though it also provides a help tool that already exists in Settings.iFixit's app icon - Image Credit: iFixitWhile known for its regular teardowns of Apple's hardware, iFixit is a major source of repair guides and manuals, as well as tools and components, for various hardware issues its users may have. On Tuesday, it brought out an app to help users more.Introduced on Tuesday, the iFixit app combines multiple parts of the iFixit empire, providing a one-stop shop for users to fix stuff for themselves. The app, a free download from the App Store for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro, gives access to those same repair guides available from the website. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:23 pmATL (Atlanta) on 2025-12-12
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Cathie Wood remains unapologetically convinced that the best is yet to come. 2026 could mark the beginning of the golden age of America… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:07 pmI talked to Apple about why my Search Ads were burning money, here’s what I learned as a small indie dev | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI talked to Apple about why my Search Ads were burning money, here’s what I learned as a small indie dev
I’ve been burning through my Apple Search Ads budget for my little education app Capitalia to learn the capitals/flags of the world. Last week, I got an email from a very friendly Apple employee asking if we could hop on a quick call, honestly, I thought it was going to be a polite way of […]03:05 pmDegraded performance leading to slow or failed loading of folders and Zaps
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Dec 9, 14:49 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is aware of and investigating high failure rates for Pages builds.02:30 pmSetapp AI gives you 260-plus Mac apps and AI tools for just $69 a year
Attention, Mac fans -- don't sleep on this deal. Get a full year of Setapp AI while it’s on sale for just $68.99 (MSRP $107.88). (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:23 pmApple’s iPhone 16 tops smartphone sales worldwide in Q3 2025
Apple’s iPhone 16 was the best-selling smartphone globally in Q3 2025, according to Counterpoint Research’s Global Handset Model Sales… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:06 pmiFixit launches FixBot AI repair helper, with free and paid versions
iFixit has launched a new AI repair assistant known as FixBot. The company says Fixbot will make it faster and easier than ever before to figure out what’s wrong and how to fix it. There are both free and paid options, although the feature list suggests that the free option is very limited. The subscription tier is free for a limited time … more…02:02 pmiPhone 16e named ‘Bust of the Year’ in MKBHD smartphone awards
Macworld It’s December, and that means we can expect a slew of end-of-year awards features–which is usually good news for big companies like Apple. But not all awards, it turns out, are positive. The hugely popular tech YouTuber Marques Brownlee, also known as MKBHD, this week posted his Smartphone Awards 2025, and Apple topped four out of 10 categories. It’s just that one of those categories is not a category you want to be in. On the plus side, there was plenty of praise for 2025’s iPhone lineup. The iPhone Air picked up the award for Best Design, with Brownlee describing it as “one of the most beautiful and controversial products of the whole year.” The iPhone 17 was a spectacular success, winning Most Improved and the overall Phone of the Year award (“All the iPhone anyone really ever needs”), and even receiving honourable mentions in the Best Value and Best Small Phone categories. And while the iPhone 17 Pro didn’t win any awards, it was also singled out for praise in the Best Small Phone and Best Camera categories, in the latter of which it was referred to as the “undisputed king of video.” Unfortunately, the iPhone 16e received only negative attention, winning the “award” for Bust of the Year and a scathing diatribe about its litany of compromises and insultingly mid-market price tag. “So they made a smaller, less premium iPhone, basically by taking things out of the base phone,” Brownlee explained. “So we have a binned A18 chip in here. Fine. It’s also a smaller, 60Hz display with a notch. Fine. But then they kept going…” Ultimately, he concluded that the iPhone 16e was “just a crazy swing and a miss.” (We’re inclined to agree.) The awards, like all of Brownlee’s videos, are extremely well produced and presented, and well worth a watch. I’ll post a list of winners below, but the real value of the video is the explanations of why each phone was selected, and their significance within wider industry changes. I recommend you give it a watch. Best Big Phone Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Honorable mention: Oppo Find X9 Pro Best Small Phone Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Honorable mention: OnePlus 13S, iPhone 17 and 17 Pro, Xiaomi 17 Pro Best Camera Oppo Find X9 Pro Honorable mention: iPhone 17 Pro, Vivo X300 Pro Best Value CMF Phone 2 Pro Honorable mention: Moto G Play, Pixel 9a, iPhone 17 Best Battery OnePlus 15 Honorable mention: OnePlus 13, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, Doogee S200 Ultra Best Design iPhone Air Honorable mention: Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, Galaxy S25 Edge, Fairphone 6 Best Foldable Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Honorable mention: Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Most Improved iPhone 17 Honorable mention: OnePlus 15, Samsung Galazy Z Fold 7 Bust of the Year iPhone 16e Dishonorable mention: Nothing Phone 3 Phone of the Year iPhone 17 Honorable mention: Xiaomi 17 Pro Max02:02 pmIf you've got a 20-year-old Mac mini, you can run a newly discovered MacOS 7.6
Archivists can now try the unreleased and newly rediscovered Mac OS 7.6 and Mac OS 8 for CHRP, if they have the right hardware.CDRs have been found with unreleased CHRP versions of Mac OS 7.6 and 8 - Image Credit: Macintosh GardenApple collectors often uncover hardware prototypes and other physical items from the history of the company. While there may not have been much new software-wise for holders of older Mac desktops, a few now have some new software they may be able to try out.Three CD-R discs were supplied to software repository site Macintosh Garden, containing release candidates for Mac OS 7.6 and Mac OS 8, as well as Outland 1.1B (Mac OS 8). As reported by The Register, the software was all created for CHRP. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:56 pmApple's M5 iPad Pro Returns to All-Time Low Black Friday Prices at Up to $180 Off
Amazon and Best Buy today opened up big discounts across the M5 iPad Pro lineup, offering as much as $180 off select tablets. Prices start at $899.00 for the 256GB Wi-Fi 11-inch M5 iPad Pro at Amazon, down from $999.00. All deals in this sale match — or beat — the record low prices we tracked during Black Friday. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. For the larger models, you can save up to $180 on the 13-inch M5 iPad Pro on Amazon this week. If you're shopping for the 2TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi model, Amazon has this tablet for $2,219.00, down from $2,399.00, as well as a few other 13-inch models between $100 and $170 off. $100 OFF11-inch M5 iPad Pro (256GB Wi-Fi) for $899.00 $100 OFF13-inch M5 iPad Pro (512GB Wi-Fi) for $1,399.00 In regards to the Amazon discounts, many of the deals are beginning to see delayed delivery estimates, with some arriving after the Christmas holiday. If you're shopping for holiday presents, be sure to get your orders in soon. 11-Inch M5 iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi - $899.00 ($100 off) 512GB Wi-Fi - $1,099.00 ($100 off) [matched at Best Buy] 1TB Wi-Fi - $1,474.73 ($125 off) 1TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi - $1,576.00 ($123 off) 2TB Wi-Fi - $1,851.00 ($148 off) 2TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi - $1,999.00 ($100 off) 13-Inch M5 iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi - $1,197.00 ($102 off) 512GB Wi-Fi - $1,399.00 ($100 off) [matched at Best Buy] 1TB Wi-Fi - $1,756.00 ($143 off) 1TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi - $1,851.00 ($148 off) 2TB Wi-Fi - $2,129.00 ($170 off) 2TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi - $2,219.00 ($180 off) 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 forums01:55 pmAirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro: Which should you buy this holiday season?
Apple’s AirPods lineup is stronger than it’s ever been, with compelling options at multiple different price points. If you’re exploring which AirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro to buy this holiday season, whether for yourself or someone else, here’s what you need to know. more…01:37 pmReddit making global changes to protect kids after social media ban
Australia will tomorrow become the first democratic country in the world to ban children from using social media. However, it seems unlikely to be the last, as many other legislators around the world have expressed concern about the mental health harms that may be done to teenagers by social media. Reddit is seeking to get ahead of the game by implementing new teen safety features globally instead of only within Australia … more…01:25 pmTap to Pay on iPhone comes to Hong Kong
Apple's slow worldwide rollout of Tap to Pay on iPhone has now seen the feature launch in Hong Kong.Tap to Pay on iPhone — image credit: AppleInitially launched in the US back in May 2022, Tap to Pay on iPhone means vendors no longer have to buy separate card readers, such as Zettle. For smaller businesses in particular, it makes taking payments convenient because it solely requires them to have an iPhone.It's even more convenient for customers because they can have an iPhone or Android smartphone. They can also pay with a credit card using contactless payments. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:22 pmUnited Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Three
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 11, 16:00 - 22:00 PSTDec 9, 04:58 PSTScheduled - Our carrier partner Three United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 11 December 2025 at 16:00 PST until 11 December 2025 at 22:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for Three United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Lookup SIM Swap, Lookup Identity Match, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes01:00 pmGartner Recommends Avoiding AI Browsers — for Now
Gartner is urging organizations to block AI browsers, warning that agentic browsing tools can expose sensitive data, undermine security controls, and create enterprise-wide risks. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.01:00 pmiFixit Launches Free iOS Repair App With AI-Powered FixBot
iFixit today announced the launch of a new iFixit app that's available to download from Apple's App Store (and the Play Store on Android devices). It includes all of the iFixit repair guides in a format that's ideal for mobile devices, along with a workbench that keeps track of repairs, a battery lifespan predictor, and an AI repair buddy called FixBot. The iFixit repair app is able to monitor an iPhone's battery in real time, providing graphs of how a battery deteriorates over time. The graphs provide users with advanced notice of when a battery might need to be replaced. FixBot is able to provide AI assistance to solve issues with smartphones, laptops, tablets, and more. Users can describe a problem with text or voice, and FixBot will provide help with diagnosis and repair. FixBot can respond to questions verbally for hands-free use, and there's also an option to share images with the AI. iFixit says that FixBot is trained on millions of successful iFixit community repairs rather than generic information, which makes it a useful repair tool. FixBot is available in the iFixit app, and it can also be used on iFixit's website. The app includes all of iFixit's repair guides, but it is aware of what smartphone the user has and will default to showing repair information for that device for quick information on fixes. There are options for purchasing repair parts directly from iFixit, with the app able to check for device compatibility before a purchase is made. iFixit did have an app that was available up until 2015, but Apple pulled it from the App Store after iFixit tore down an Apple TV developer kit. Apple said that iFixit violated the Apple terms of service with the teardown, and banned the iFixit developer account. Ten years later, iFixit was allowed to return to the App Store. The iFixit app can be downloaded from the App Store for free, and more information on the app is available on iFixit's website. Access to FixBot is free for now, and later, there will be both a free version and a $4.99 per month Enthusiast plan with document uploads.Tag: iFixitThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:57 pmEven as a Liquid Glass fan, I’m looking forward to a new Apple design era
You almost have to feel sorry for Alan Dye at this point. It was pretty clear he expected news of his departure from Apple to be something of a bombshell, and Meta clearly thought their acquisition of Apple’s former VP of Human Interface Design would be perceived as a coup. Instead, the prevailing opinion among Apple commenters appears to be succinctly summarized as a collective sigh of relief … more…12:16 pmApple Launches Tap to Pay on iPhone in Hong Kong
Apple has announced the availability of Tap to Pay on iPhone in Hong Kong, 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. From today, Adyen, Global Payments, KPay, and SoéPay are the first payment platforms in Hong Kong to offer Tap to Pay on iPhone. Apple says the rollout cuts across key sectors, including taxi, retail, food and beverage, and professional services. 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: Hong Kong, Tap to Pay on iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:15 pmCarPlay is getting even better with these new iOS 26.2 features
Macworld Earlier this year, CarPlay – Apple’s infotainment system for cars – received a major update with the first release of iOS 26. Not only did it gain the new Liquid Glass interface, but it has also received features such as widgets on the Home Screen, video streaming over AirPlay when the car is parked, Live Activities, and more customizations. With iOS 26.2 rolling out this week to iPhone users, CarPlay is also getting some nice upgrades that make the whole experience even better. More specifically, there are two new features that CarPlay users have been requesting for a long time that are finally on the way. More widgets on the CarPlay Home Screen With iOS 26.2, Apple is further refining some of CarPlay’s new features, starting with Home Screen widgets. Similar to widgets on the iPhone, CarPlay widgets let users see brief information and even access quick interactions right from the Home Screen without having to open an app. This includes options such as a calendar widget to show your upcoming appointments, the weather forecast, or even Home controls. Users can currently place up to two widgets on the CarPlay Home Screen, but that will change with iOS 26.2. The update enables support for more widgets on the CarPlay Home Screen. However, there’s a catch. The ability to add three or more widgets is limited to vehicles with larger built-in screens. Unfortunately, Apple doesn’t specify which car models support more widgets in CarPlay, but if your car has a large built-in screen, you will likely be able to add more widgets to it. You’ll be able to unpin CarPlay coversations in iOS 26.2.Foundry A cleaner interface for the Messages app Also with iOS 26, CarPlay introduced a new interface for the Messages app that shows pinned chats at the top. For users who prefer a cleaner interface, there’s now an option to disable pinned conversations in CarPlay. In the Settings app, you will now find a “Pinned Conversations” toggle. Turn it off, and you’ll no longer see pinned chats in the Messages app, just the regular list of chats. For CarPlay users who didn’t like the new Messages app interface, the update will certainly come in handy. The new CarPlay features are automatically enabled after installing iOS 26.2 on your iPhone. Just go to Settings > General > Software Update and look for the latest version of the operating system.12:11 pmi made an app where you can build apps like you post photos
everyone is building vibecoding apps to make building easier for developers. not everyday people. they've solved half the problem. ai can generate code now. you describe what you want, it writes the code. that part works. but then what? you still need to: buy a domain name set up hosting submit to the app store […]11:57 amiPhone 17 steals the show in MKBHD’s 2025 smartphone awards
MKBHD’s Smartphone Awards 2025 delivered a surprise: the iPhone 17 beat the Pro Max to win Phone of the Year. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)11:53 amRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Bee Line
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Macworld It’s been a big week in Apple executive movements. Let’s see if the Macalope can recap for you if you were unconscious for seven days (that sounds nice, can the Macalope get some of that?). After the unsurprising news that defacto former Apple executive John Giannandrea would infacto be leaving the company, we learned that Apple’s head of user interface design Alan Dye would also be leaving for greener pastures at Meta (the green is all cash). Breaking the news on Mastodon, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman said: Apple’s top design executive Alan Dye is leaving the iPhone maker to become the Chief Design Officer at Meta in a blockbuster coup for the social networking giant and big loss for Apple. Mark Gurman This is such Dye-friendly framing that one might be excused for thinking it was written by Alan Dye’s mom. It wasn’t. Or probably wasn’t, anyway. Wouldn’t that be wild if Mark Gurman’s source this whole time has been Alan Dye’s mom? That would be an unexpected turn of events. In reality, few people in the Apple community–other than Dye’s mom–think much of his work, which includes Liquid Glass and a number of horrible icons for macOS Tahoe. People not really seeing this as a “big loss” for Apple include, but are not limited to, Louie Mantia, John Gruber, Jason Snell, Nick Heer, Macworld contributor Alex Blake, and this furry observer. Apple usually has good people waiting in the wings, and, in this instance at least, we have good reason to think the replacement will not only be good but a real upgrade. …everyone I’ve spoken to is happy — if not downright giddy — at the news that Lemay is replacing Dye. Lemay is well-liked personally and deeply respected talent-wise. Said one source, in a position to know the choices, “I don’t think there was a better choice than Lemay.” John Gruber Later in the week, Apple also announced several other executives changes, including the retirements of general counsel Kate Adams and VP of Environment, Policy and Social Initiatives Lisa Jackson. Adams will be replaced by ex-Meta chief legal officer Jennifer Newstead, and Jackson by a line on the org chart that is more often used on football locker room whiteboards to represent an end-run. If you’d like to receive regular news and updates to your inbox, sign up for our newsletters, including The Macalope and Apple Breakfast, David Price’s weekly, bite-sized roundup of all the latest Apple news and rumors.Foundry While many people were leaving Apple, at least one was trying to get back in. This news, that a man would like power and command the likes of which he has never wielded before, is huge, if true. Who, exactly, is saying this, you may wonder. …Tony Fadell, a former Apple hardware executive who co-invented the iPod, has told associates recently… Aaron Tilley and Wayne Ma, The Information Someone told The Information that Tony Fadell said he would graciously accept the position of Apple CEO. Okay. Just, for a second here, entertain the following: would it not be absolutely wild if The Information’s source here is Tony Fadell’s mom? Wilder still, Fadell and Dye were at Apple at the same time, so it’s theoretically possible the source is again Dye’s mom, but let’s not get crazy here and go with the single mother theory. The two-moms hypothesis seems more reasonable. Sadly for Fadell, no matter who the sources are and how many times he writes “Mr. Apple CEO Tony Fadell” on the cover of his Trapper Keeper, he is not going to get the gig. Even The Information says he was “a polarizing figure” when he worked at Apple, and his time at Nest doesn’t seem to have burnished his reputation much as he rubbed his co-founder and employees equally the wrong way. Well, at least we can settle down now that all the Apple executive news is- “Apple Rocked by Executive Departures, With Chip Chief at Risk of Leaving Next” Oh, come on. How is breaking news able to interrupt the Macalope mid-sentence in his own column? It makes no sense! Yes, over the weekend, Mark Gurman brought a tin of cookies over to some Apple executive’s mom’s house, where she was heard to remark, “Ooh, yah, I hear that nice Johny Srouji fella is thinkin’ of leavin’, him what made the chips and all.” The Macalope’s not sure whose mom this is, but he’s thinking upper midwestern accent. She’s serving Gurman a casserole out of a baking dish and pouring him some RC Cola out of a 2-liter bottle. Unlike Dye’s departure, Srouji’s would truly be bad for Apple. Fortunately, this breaking news was re-broken on Monday morning when Gurman reported that Srouji sent out a memo to his staff saying he didn’t know what they may have heard from any of the various chatty parents of Apple executives, but he doesn’t “plan on leaving anytime soon”. Here’s hoping all the remaining Apple executives take time off in the coming weeks to be with their families and don’t have bandwidth to think about leaving.11:23 amSEA (Seattle) on 2025-12-09
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