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- 06:32 pmApple’s quiet revolution: Why the company that ‘just works’ is about to change how we think about intelligence | Mac Daily NewsApple’s quiet revolution: Why the company that ‘just works’ is about to change how we think about intelligence
I’ve always had a soft spot for companies that obsess over the invisible details. Apple doesn’t shout about its breakthroughs as loudly as… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:32 pmApple’s quiet revolution: Why the company that ‘just works’ is about to change how we think about intelligence | Mac Daily NewsApple’s quiet revolution: Why the company that ‘just works’ is about to change how we think about intelligence
I’ve always had a soft spot for companies that obsess over the invisible details. Apple doesn’t shout about its breakthroughs as loudly as… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:32 pmApple’s quiet revolution: Why the company that ‘just works’ is about to change how we think about intelligence | Mac Daily NewsApple’s quiet revolution: Why the company that ‘just works’ is about to change how we think about intelligence
I’ve always had a soft spot for companies that obsess over the invisible details. Apple doesn’t shout about its breakthroughs as loudly as… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:32 pmApple’s quiet revolution: Why the company that ‘just works’ is about to change how we think about intelligence | Mac Daily NewsApple’s quiet revolution: Why the company that ‘just works’ is about to change how we think about intelligence
I’ve always had a soft spot for companies that obsess over the invisible details. Apple doesn’t shout about its breakthroughs as loudly as… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:32 pmApple’s quiet revolution: Why the company that ‘just works’ is about to change how we think about intelligence | Mac Daily NewsApple’s quiet revolution: Why the company that ‘just works’ is about to change how we think about intelligence
I’ve always had a soft spot for companies that obsess over the invisible details. Apple doesn’t shout about its breakthroughs as loudly as… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:32 pmGlobal Running Day Event For Apple Watch
An Apple Watch activity is planned by Apple to commemorate Global Running Day on June 3. To complete this, owners of an Apple Watch will have to complete and record a workout of them running at least 5K on the day of the event.When you complete this, Apple Watch owners will receive a dedicated award […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:31 pmPasseig de Gracia Apple Store in Barcelona Reopening Its Doors
The Passeig de Gracia Apple store in the middle of Barcelona has reopened its doors after being closed for three months to receive renovations. The video wall of the store has been changed with a dedicated pickup station for orders placed online by customers who want to pick them up. The trees indoors, along with […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:30 pmiOS 27 Comes Closer
The redesigned Siri for iOS 27 will be accommodating new chatbot and AI features, receiving a dedicated app with the Dynamic Island of the device, and a new design. Apple is using graphics to promote this year’s WWDC with hints at its design plans. The WWDC site of Apple features a logo of a Swift […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:29 pmThe TESSAN Universal USB-C Travel Adapter is $4 Off
The travel plug adapter is universal and accepts type A, B, C, E, and F plugs in 150 different countries, making it practical for you to bring it during travels. It can charge up to 5 devices at the same time with the 2500W AC outlet and has 4 USB charging ports. The adapter features […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:29 pmiOS 27 rumored to bring new design changes in two key areas
The next major iPhone software update, iOS 27, will be unveiled on June 8, and rumors indicate it will bring at least two changes for the Liquid Glass design. more…06:28 pmAndroid Manufacturers To Follow In Apple’s Footsteps
Manufacturers for Android are thinking of implementing the split launch strategy Apple has deployed, launching the standard and high-end devices at different times instead of releasing them all at once. The decision is to allow them to go head-to-head, turning into a competitive reason instead of being logical. Apple is looking to change up its […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:28 pmApple Project to Find Non-Invasive Monitoring for Blood Sugar Gets New Leadership
Apple, for years now, has been rumored to be looking for a non-invasive method to monitor blood sugar, enabling a lot of people who have diabetes to track their blood sugar without having to wear a glucose monitor all day or having a needle be pricked on their skin. Apple has recently turned over oversight […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:27 pmApple Looking To Return to Titanium
The upcoming iPhone Pro and future models are not likely to go back to titanium due to local AI demand and issues with heat dissipation. A reporter pushes back on a report they made in the past that the issue is not only related to Apple, arguing that the thermal properties of aluminum are what […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:26 pmThe 13-inch M5 MacBook Air 512GB is $199 Off
The thin portable MacBook Air has been refreshed and given the M5 chip, giving it speed, power, and AI capabilities for zooming through your workload. Each GPU features Neural Accelerators built into it. You can also run graphics-heavy games with no issue. You can also add as many files as you want with the 512GB […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:25 pmAirTag 2 Gets Firmware Update
A firmware update has been given to the AirTag 2, an accessory that you can put on your items to track them. The version number of the accessory moves up to 3.0.49 from 3.0.45, being the second firmware ever given to the product. No information has been handed out on what came in the update, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:24 pmFerrari Announce Their First EV
Ferrari has revealed its first fully electric vehicle, the Luce. Jony Ive, the former Apple design chief, has helped in designing the vehicle. The vehicle features five seats with four doors and is run by four electric motors. The Ferrari features 1,035 horsepower with a 122 kWh high-capacity battery, with the company claiming that the […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:23 pmiPhone Ultra Dealing With Issues
The Foldable iPhone is reportedly encountering issues in mass production yield during the pre-assembly phase. The company’s struggles are not associated with the reliability of the hinge; the issue lies in the SMT, or the surface-mount technology. The hinge of the foldable iPhone has been facing consistent issues, resulting in the product failing to meet […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:23 pmChatGPT for iOS and Android can now start Codex work on Windows
Earlier this month, OpenAI updated ChatGPT’s mobile app to include remote access to Codex for Mac. Starting today, ChatGPT for iPhone and Android can also start work on Codex for Windows as well. Plus Codex inside ChatGPT for iOS has some new features and improvements. more…06:23 pmService Issue – Object Storage
May 29, 18:23 UTC Resolved - Starting at around 10:07 UTC on May 29, 2026, Object Storage in London became unavailable. Affected customers were unable to access Object Storage during this time, and may have seen 500 or similar errors.This occurred as the result of an issue with a planned router upgrade. The router has since been brought back online, and we can confirm that the issue was mitigated at 10:19 UTC on May 29, 2026 and is no longer occurring.We apologize for the impact and thank you for your patience and continued support. We are committed to making continuous improvements to make our systems better and prevent recurrence. If you continue to experience problems, please open a Support ticket for assistance.05:36 pmApple TV’s new ‘Star City’ series is ‘better than the original show it’s based on’ – Radio Times | Mac Daily NewsApple TV’s new ‘Star City’ series is ‘better than the original show it’s based on’ – Radio Times
Apple TV's new series is a bold new chapter inspired by the critically acclaimed space-race drama, “For All Mankind.” “Star City” is… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:36 pmLG's 39-Inch Ultrawide 5K2K OLED Display Officially Begins Shipping Next Week
Back at CES in January, LG unveiled its UltraGear evo GX9 (39GX950B) display, which it claims is the world's first 39-inch ultrawide 5K2K OLED gaming monitor, offering a large curved canvas in the increasingly popular 21:9 aspect ratio with the added benefit of OLED technology for enhanced contrast with true blacks, standard refresh rates of up to 165Hz, and more. While LG began taking pre-orders for the UltraGear evo GX9 last month and a few early orders have already trickled out through various channels, LG says that the official kickoff of order shipments starts next week. LG touts the gaming prowess of the UltraGear evo GX9, but its specs mean it can deliver a premium experience across a variety of use cases, from productivity to media consumption and more. OLED technology delivers a contrast ratio of 1,850,000:1 across the ultrawide display's 5,120 x 2,160 resolution. At a large 39-inch display size with a 1500R curve, this translates to a density of 143 pixels per inch, which is solid but not enough for true retina-level quality. Still, the large, curved display means many users will often be sitting further from the display than usual to be able to take in the full scope of content on the display, and that should prove plenty sharp in most situations. The Tandem OLED panel in the UltraGear evo GX9 supports up to 335 nits of typical brightness, which is likely sufficient for most uses but does lag behind some other displays including ones in Apple products. The OLED contrast, color fidelity at up to 98.5% of the DCI-P3 spectrum, and HDR support that can push brightness to 1,500 nits at 1.5% APL and 600 nits at 10% APL should, however, all help to offer a quality viewing experience. For those who do want to game on this display, the UltraGear evo GX9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support, as well as 0.03ms response times to keep up with fast-moving content. On the connectivity side, the UltraGear evo GX9 offers a USB-C port with 90-watt power delivery to a connected computer, as well as DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. We'll be looking to go hands-on with the LG UltraGear evo GX9 as soon as we can, and we'll report back on how well it works for Mac users, but for now LG is taking orders on its own site priced at $1,799.99, and it's also available at Amazon for the same price with delivery quotes starting around June 8. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG and Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tags: LG, OLEDThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:32 pmLive lyrics now available in CarPlay with new app update
Musixmatch, a popular third-party lyrics app for iPhone, is out with a big update today. You can now use Musixmatch to follow along with lyrics via CarPlay when listening to Apple Music or Spotify. more…05:19 pmApple has five new products coming that could launch at WWDC
Apple will unveil iOS 27, the new Siri, and a lot more in just over a week. But will any new hardware launch at WWDC? We’re currently expecting a software-only slate of announcements, but here are five upcoming Apple products with the best chance of surprising us at WWDC. more…05:05 pmDetroit's controversial Apple Developer Academy has entered its 5th year
The Detroit Apple Developer Academy's fifth year is underway, with the next generation of iPhone developers joining a program whose expense and success have been questioned.Apple's Detroit Developer Academy is into another yearThe only developer academy of its kind in North America, the developer academy is a collaboration between Apple, Michigan State University, and the Gilbert Family Foundation. It offers a range of free programs, including the option for a full nine-month learning experience.The Detroit academy is just one of 19 around the world. All of them help students learn how to design and create their apps, with an eye on turning them into full-fledged businesses. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:00 pmIs Apple’s nano-texture glass worth it on the iPad Pro and MacBook Pro?
Considering Apple’s nano-texture glass on iPad Pro or MacBook Pro? Here’s how it works, its downsides, and who actually needs it. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:58 pmThe M5 MacBook Air drops under $900–our favorite laptop is now a bargain
Macworld Apple MacBook Air M5 View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); Apple’s spectacular M5 MacBook Air is a fantastic option for anyone looking for a powerful laptop without breaking the bank, but now that Amazon has shaved $200 off, it’s a downright steal. Instead of $1,099, this MacBook Air with 512GB of storage can be yours for a mere $899.99, the lowest price we’ve ever seen and a real bargain. The M5 chip brings a performance boost over the previous model, making it easy to handle tasks, take on video calls, procrastinate with a movie, or get creative, to name a few. The built-in Apple Intelligence adds quite a few practical AI tools to the mix, as well. When we reviewed the M5 MacBook Air, we found that it delivers a fantastic performance and superb all-day battery life with up to 18 hours on a single charge. it’s also got an incredible display, extremely fast SSD, and excellent expansion—the list goes on. One of the coolest upgrades for this new model is the fact that you can add two external displays to your setup thanks to built-in Thunderbolt 4. And of course, the laptop’s 13-inch Liquid Retina display delivers bright colors and top-notch contrast so you’ll have a great experience across the board. At $900, this is a reliable, lightweight laptop that’ll last for years to come. So go grab one before the price jumps back up.04:48 pmApple Wallet driver’s license support expanding to another new state
Just a few days after expanding to Arkansas, a new report today says Apple Wallet support for driver’s licenses is set to come to yet another new state soon. more…04:41 pmHTTP Rollups delays
May 29, 16:41 UTC Investigating - Reporting and analytics for HTTP requests rollups is delayed. Edge services are still fully operational, just analytics are delayed. We are working to mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.04:25 pmIf you think faster than you type, try this $50 Mac dictation app
You can talk instead of typing -- faster, offline and privately -- in any app on your Mac with the Voibe dictation app. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:25 pmIf you think faster than you type, try this $50 Mac dictation app
You can talk instead of typing -- faster, offline and privately -- in any app on your Mac with the Voibe dictation app. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:24 pmApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Detroit’s rising developers are supported by the Apple Developer Academy04:23 pmThat iPhone 9 pic that popped up on your socials is 100% fake. Here’s how we know
Macworld Remember the iPhone 9? You don’t? That’s because there never was an iPhone 9. (If you do remember it, you’re probably thinking of the iPhone 8.) Apple skipped the iPhone 9 branding, went straight to 10 to coincide with the iPhone’s anniversary, and branded it as iPhone X. That move by Apple was seen as an opportunity by social media personalities looking for attention. Reports with photos of prototype iPhone 9 models began to appear, and they were easily disproven. For example, this X post from 2023 claims to have photos of an iPhone prototype, but the device is clearly fake, from the Android-looking UI to the wrong font and errors on the documents. Funny thing is, another well-known X poster is hoping to get some attention using the iPhone 9 myth. (I’ve decided not to name them, but you can see their name on the photo credit above.) “We have a prototype of the iPhone 9, this is what it would have looked like if Apple had released it,” says the May 29 post on X. However, the photos posted are the same photos from the 2023 X post I just mentioned–the same Android-esque screen, the same typos, etc. They simply found the pics and reposted them, hoping no one would recognize them from years ago. (It’s possible the photos are older than 2023; I didn’t research it further.) If part of you still isn’t convinced that these prototype iPhone 9 pictures are fake, let me present to you one piece of evidence to seal the deal. The right half of the image at the top of this article–the so-called iPhone 9 prototype–is a crop of this image by Benjamin Geskin that was posted on Cult of Mac in 2019 (ironically, the image is used on a linkpost about iPhone prototypes). In 2017, Geskin posted images of iPhone 8 clones made in China, and his images are still being passed off by others as iPhone 9 prototypes. If that doesn’t convince you about the fake posts, then nothing will. Benjamin Geskin/Cult of Mac This post is a good reminder that Apple leaks are big business. There are many who post solid information, but far more who clearly don’t care if they’re right or wrong. They just want your attention, views, and shares. The best we can do is to always be dubious of unsubstantiated reports and understand who is conveying the message and why.04:19 pmiPhone Driver's License Feature Set to Expand to a 15th U.S. State
Apple's digital driver's license feature in the Wallet app is set to expand to Virginia, according to a person familiar with the matter. In select U.S. states, residents can add their driver's license or state ID to the Wallet app on the iPhone and Apple Watch, and then use it to display proof of identity or age at select airports and businesses, and in select apps. The feature has rolled out to 14 states so far, including Arkansas earlier this week, and it is also available in Puerto Rico. The other states are Arizona, Maryland, Colorado, Georgia, Ohio, Hawaii, California, Iowa, New Mexico, Montana, North Dakota, West Virginia, and Illinois. Now, Apple is preparing for the feature to go live in Virginia, the person said. However, we do not have an exact timeframe for availability. Towards the end of 2025, Virginia's Department of Motor Vehicles said it planned to support the Apple Wallet's digital ID feature in the coming months, so hopefully it goes live soon by this point. When the feature goes live, Virginia residents will be able to set it up by opening the Wallet app on the iPhone and tapping on the plus sign in the top-right corner. Next, they will tap on Driver's License and ID Cards, select Virginia from the list once it is added, and follow the on-screen steps to complete the process. Apple Wallet IDs are accepted at TSA checkpoints at hundreds of U.S. airports for domestic travel. Given that Apple Wallet IDs are not accepted by law enforcement, and lack many other use cases, carrying a physical ID is still necessary. If you live in a state that does not yet offer Apple Wallet IDs, you can create a Digital ID based on your U.S. passport, and present it at the same participating TSA checkpoints, for age and identity verification purposes during domestic travel. It is not a replacement for a physical passport, and it cannot be used for international travel. The passport feature requires iOS 26.1 or watchOS 26.1 and later.Tag: Apple WalletThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:15 pmEverything We Know About OpenAI's Planned iPhone Rival
OpenAI is developing a smartphone intended to compete directly with the iPhone, in what appears to be a significant departure from the company's previously stated hardware strategy. Here's everything we know so far. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo published his findings in late April following supply chain checks, describing the device as an "AI agent phone" built around a continuous, context-aware interface rather than individual apps. Kuo argued that the smartphone is the only device that captures a user's full real-time state, including location, activity, communication, and context, making it uniquely suited to AI agent inference. He said fully controlling both the operating system and the hardware is the only way for OpenAI to deliver a comprehensive AI agent service, and that AI agents will fundamentally shift how people interact with a phone, moving the focus from launching individual apps to completing tasks through a seamless interface. Specifications OpenAI's phone is said to use a customized version of MediaTek's Dimensity 9600 processor, built on TSMC's N2P node in the second half of 2026. Kuo initially named both MediaTek and Qualcomm as chip partners but has since said MediaTek appears "better positioned to become the sole processor supplier." Luxshare Precision Industry is believed to be the exclusive manufacturing partner. Separately, Kuo reported that Sunny Optical has secured component orders for two OpenAI devices, including the smartphone. This is likely for the camera module. The device's headline known hardware specification today is its image signal processor, which includes an enhanced HDR pipeline intended to improve real-world sensing through the camera. It is also said to use two AI processors for handling different tasks simultaneously, such as vision and language processing, along with fast memory and storage and security features to isolate processes. What About Jony Ive's Devices? The phone represents a notable reversal in OpenAI's publicly stated strategy. The company's hardware ambitions had previously been described as centered on non-phone form factors developed with former Apple design chief Jony Ive, whose startup io Products OpenAI acquired for $6.5 billion in May 2025. Ive and CEO Sam Altman had specifically said they did not want to build a device with a screen, with Altman describing a prototype to employees as "the coolest piece of technology that the world will have ever seen." The first product from that collaboration was delayed out of 2026 and has since been identified as a smart speaker with an integrated camera, priced between $200 and $300 and expected to launch in early 2027. Other devices reportedly in development include smart glasses, a smart lamp, and potentially earbuds, though those products are further out on the roadmap and some could be cancelled. OpenAI has also been aggressively recruiting from Apple's hardware ranks, hiring over 40 former Apple employees. The hires include former Apple designers Evans Hankey, Tang Tan, and Scott Cannon, prompting Apple to offer its iPhone Product Design team retention bonuses of up to $400,000 in restricted stock units to counter the poaching. Timeline Mass production of OpenAI's smartphone was originally believed to be targeted for 2028, but Kuo has since revised that expectation to the first half of 2027. The accelerated timeline is said to reflect OpenAI's planned IPO, where a compelling hardware product could strengthen the company's investor narrative, as well as intensifying competition in the AI agent phone category. Kuo projects combined 2027 and 2028 shipments could reach around 30 million units if development stays on track. What Does It Mean for Apple? If the broader hardware lineup ships, OpenAI will be a direct competitor to Apple across several product categories. Apple is rumored to be developing smart glasses, AirPods with cameras, an AI pendant, and a smart home hub with enhanced Siri capabilities. On the day Kuo published his initial report, Altman posted on X that it "feels like a good time to seriously rethink how operating systems and user interfaces are designed."Tag: OpenAIThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:31 pmDeals: M5 MacBook Air up to $270 off, iPad from $299, Apple Solo Loops from $9, Beats 240W cable, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: M5 MacBook Air up to $270 off, iPad from $299, Apple Solo Loops from $9, Beats 240W cable, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Apple’s most affordable bang for your buck M5 MacBook Air at nearly $200 off (Amazon low, all colors) as well as a Rare deal on this 32GB/1TB model. Alongside Amazon delivering all MacBook Neo models by tomorrow from $590, we also have Apple’s current-gen base iPad down at $299 while clearance pricing lands on the mid-range 512GB M3 iPad Air at $350 off, Apple’s most affordable AirPods 4 at nearly 25% off, and official Apple Solo Loops from $9 each. Head below for a closer look at the details. more…03:30 pmWindows PC Industry Reacts to Apple's Most Affordable MacBook Ever
A few months ago, Apple released the MacBook Neo, its most affordable MacBook ever. At the time, an ASUS executive admitted that the laptop came as a "shock" to the Windows PC industry, which is now in the process of responding. Acer today introduced a Swift Air 14 laptop, with U.S. pricing starting at $699. By comparison, the MacBook Neo starts at $599 with a 256GB SSD and 8GB of RAM, or at $499 for college students and educational staff. However, the MacBook Neo costs an equal $699 when configured with a doubled 512GB of storage and a Touch ID button. Powered by a new Intel Core Series 3 processor, the Swift Air 14 features a 14-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 1,920 × 1,200 pixels, up to a 512GB SSD, up to 16GB of RAM, an all-aluminum enclosure, and quad speakers with DTS:X Ultra audio. Like the MacBook Neo, the laptop supports Wi-Fi 6E. Acer's Swift Air 14 The laptop is equipped with two Thunderbolt 4 ports, a USB-A port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack, and Acer says a 70 Wh battery provides up to 19 hours of battery life for video playback and up to 16 hours of battery life for web browsing. Like the MacBook Neo, the Swift Air 14 is available in colorful finishes, including sage green, frost blue, blossom pink, and lilac purple. Acer said the Swift Air 14 will be available in North America starting in August. Meanwhile, Qualcomm this week announced the Snapdragon C, a new processor designed for "entry-tier laptops" priced at "$300 and up." Qualcomm said the processor delivers "responsive everyday performance" with "breakthrough power efficiency." The first laptops powered by the Snapdragon C are expected to launch later this year, with committed brands including Acer, HP, and Lenovo, according to Qualcomm. Qualcomm's Snapdragon C processor Indeed, Acer has previewed the Aspire Go 15, the first laptop powered by the Snapdragon C processor. The laptop will have an "affordable" price point, but Acer did not provide specific pricing or a release date. Key specs include a 15.6-inch display with a resolution of 1,920 × 1,080 pixels, up to a 512GB SSD, up to 8GB of RAM, a 1080p webcam, two speakers, two USB-C ports, one USB-A port, one HDMI port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Acer said the Aspire Go 15 is made from 100% recyclable materials and has some components made from recycled plastic, so it sounds like the laptop will not have an all-aluminum enclosure like the MacBook Neo and the Swift Air 14. Finally, ASUS commented on the MacBook Neo again during its annual shareholders meeting today. According to Taiwan's Economic Daily News, ASUS's chairman Jonney Shih said that the company can learn from Apple's cost-efficient strategy with the MacBook Neo and views it as an opportunity. Stay tuned, he said. On an earnings call last month, Apple's CEO Tim Cook said that customer response to the MacBook Neo had been "off the charts" since its launch. Apple was very optimistic about the MacBook Neo before announcing it, but the company still "undercalled" the level of enthusiasm that the laptop would generate, according to Cook. He said that MacBook Neo demand exceeded Apple's expectations and helped to drive a record number of first-time Mac buyers last quarter. "We could not be happier with how things are going at the moment," said Cook. As for the Windows PC industry, perhaps not so much.Related Roundup: MacBook NeoTags: Acer, Asus, Intel, Qualcomm, WindowsBuyer's Guide: MacBook Neo (Buy Now)Related Forum: MacBook NeoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:20 pmYouTube rolls out automatic AI video labeling — even if creators hide it
YouTube is taking a major step to combat AI-generated "slop" with new automatic detection and labeling for videos that heavily use AI… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:20 pmiPadOS 26 one year later: My highs and lows as full-time iPad Pro user
iPadOS 26 was unveiled one year ago with major upgrades for iPad productivity. I’ve been using the update on my iPad Pro since that first beta arrived, here’s where Apple’s major update has worked for me, and where it still comes up short. more…02:55 pmBest look yet at 4 iPhone 18 Pro colors: Can dark cherry top cosmic orange?
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro color lineup may have just been revealed, thanks to images of a fresh batch of dummy units. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:44 pmThe new Mac-friendly monitors in Samsung's lineup fix problems Apple displays still have | AppleInsiderThe new Mac-friendly monitors in Samsung's lineup fix problems Apple displays still have
A new wave of Samsung monitors is targeting Mac users with OLED panels, Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, and workstation features that Apple still doesn't offer in its own display lineup.Samsung launches next-gen Odyssey gaming and ViewFinity monitors. Image credit: SamsungSamsung's new lineup includes the 40-inch ViewFinity S8 S85TH, the 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8, and the 27-inch Odyssey OLED G8. The company built the displays for productivity and gaming, while adding features that fit naturally into MacBook, Mac mini, and Mac Studio setups.Together, the monitors target capabilities Apple still doesn't offer across its own display lineup.Apple's desktop display lineup remains limited to the Studio Display and Pro Display XDR. Apple doesn't sell an OLED desktop monitor, an ultrawide display, or a monitor with integrated KVM switching and Thunderbolt 5 docking. Samsung's latest displays target each of those categories. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:42 pmToday in Apple history: Apple shows off the Newton for the first time
On May 29, 1992, Apple demonstrated the Newton MessagePad for the first time, showing how the PDA could order a pizza (among other things). (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:36 pmFor all Mankind spinoff series Star City premieres on Apple TV
Just as For All Mankind wrapped its latest season on Apple TV, the platform also premiered the first two episodes of Star City, a spinoff set in the same alternate timeline where the Soviet Union beats the United States to the Moon. Watch the trailer below. more…02:21 pm∞ The Dalrymple Report: Apple Watch, AI, and Stolen iPhones
In an article for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman makes the case for an Apple Watch reboot. He's certainly not wrong, the Apple Watch has been stagnant for years now. Some keen people have found a new URL in the updated code pointing to a new subdomain genai.apple.com. Nothing happens when you click on it, but I'm sure after WWDC, we'll get to see exactly what it's for. People have been stealing iPhones since they first came out, but in London, the thieves are also starting to text threats to family members. Follow this podcast Show Notes: Gurman: Apple Watch needs reboot Amazon’s Bee wearable Snap Specs True AR Glasses Reportedly Launch This Fall For Around $2500 Their Phones Were Stolen in London. Then the Threats Started Apple Developing iPhone Anti-Snatching Feature That Locks Stolen Phones Instantly What your browser reveals about you Shows and movies we're watching Marshalls, Paramount+ Marty, Life is Short, Netflix Seven Samurai, HBO02:15 pmBest Apple Deals of the Week: M5 MacBook Air Gets $199 Discounts, Plus Save on Samsung's New Monitors | MacRumorsBest Apple Deals of the Week: M5 MacBook Air Gets $199 Discounts, Plus Save on Samsung's New Monitors
The M5 MacBook Air hit new all-time low prices this week, with $199 off nearly every model of the computer on Amazon. We're also tracking an ongoing low price on the AirPods Max 2, plus great discounts from Anker and Samsung. 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. M5 MacBook Air What's the deal? Take $199 off M5 MacBook Air Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $199 OFF13-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB) for $899.99 $199 OFF13-inch M5 MacBook Air (16GB/1TB) for $1,099.99 Amazon has sweetened its deal on the 512GB 13-inch M5 MacBook Air this week, dropping the price of the notebook down to $899.99, from $1,099.00. This is a new record low price on the 13-inch M5 MacBook Air, and you'll find $199 off every 13-inch model right now on Amazon. Anker What's the deal? Save on Anker charging accessories Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $49 OFFAnker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for $109.99 Anker's new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station has been marked down to $109.99 on Amazon, down from $149.99. This is one of Anker's newest accessories, and Amazon's sale today is just $5 higher compared to the all-time low price. Samsung What's the deal? Save on Samsung's new 2026 monitors Where can I get it? Samsung Where can I find the original deal? Right here $50 OFF PLUS EXTRASSamsung 2026 Monitors Samsung's newest monitors are now available to purchase this week, including the Odyssey G8, ViewFinity S8, and Movingstyle Essential. All of these are available with a $50 launch discount, plus your choice of extras including up to $300 in Samsung credit on a future purchase, a free Music Studio speaker, or free Galaxy Buds4 Pro. AirPods Max 2 What's the deal? Take $40 off AirPods Max 2 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $40 OFFAirPods Max 2 for $509.00 Amazon this week has a record low price on the AirPods Max 2, now available for $509.00, down from $549.00. This sale is available in two colors of the headphones. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:09 pmAmazon won’t let 13 older Kindle models access new books
Last month Amazon announced that it was cutting off Kindle Store access to 13 older Kindle models, and now that change has officially been implemented. Here’s what that means. more…02:07 pmiPhone 18 Pro color options leak: Dark Cherry steals the spotlight
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro lineup is starting to take shape, and the color game looks bolder than ever. Today, prominent leaker Sonny Dickson… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:48 pmThe iOS Weekly Brief – Issue 62 (News, releases, tools, upcoming conferences, job market overview, weekly poll, and must-read articles) | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingThe iOS Weekly Brief – Issue 62 (News, releases, tools, upcoming conferences, job market overview, weekly poll, and must-read articles)
95% of canceled annual app subscribers never come back. News: – New report shows annual app subscribers rarely return after they cancel – Beta versions of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and watchOS 26.6 are now available – Claude Opus 4.8 Must Read: – Taming Row Height and Spacing Jumps […]01:44 pmiOS 27 might convince a lot of people to upgrade to a new iPhone
iOS 27 will be unveiled in just over a week, and rumors indicate there are lots of reasons why the new software might push more people than usual to upgrade to a new iPhone. more…01:26 pmClear your desk with half-off Anker’s clever 3-in-1 Apple Charging Cube
Macworld Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Cube View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); If you hate a crowded desk, but also need to charge about a million gadgets all at once, Anker’s 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Cube is what you’re missing. Not only is this a stellar way to recharge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, but today only, it’s also half off at Woot, bringing the price down to $65, the best we’ve ever seen. This compact cube will take up very little space on your desk and even less when you’re not actually using it. It features a foldable 15W MagSafe charging pad for your iPhone that can be adjusted up to 60 degrees, thus making it easy to prop your phone in landscape or portrait mode while charging so you can continue browsing or streaming content. Then, your Apple Watch will get charged on a floating accessory, while your AirPods charge is below the iPhone pad. Attach them all, and they’ll be juiced up before your next meeting is over. The cube-shaped triple charger comes with a 30W USB-C charger in the box, as well as a cable, so you won’t need any other accessories to make this work for your home. So go grab this Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe wireless Charging Cube for just $65 and never worry about cable clutter again.01:25 pmBest MagSafe and magnetic wireless chargers for iPhone
Macworld We’ve rounded up the best MagSafe, Qi2, Qi2.2 25W, and MagSafe-compatible magnetic chargers, from the plain pad to multi-functional stands (up to six devices charged), and even the most colorful—from snap-on chargers and modular stands to foldable power banks and full charging desk mats. Apple’s MagSafe technology, supported by all models of iPhone since the iPhone 12 (except the iPhone SE and 16e), presents a more efficient way of wirelessly charging compatible iPhones. MagSafe is the ring of magnets around the iPhone’s internal charging coil that senses compatible accessories and magnetically snaps securely into the most efficient charging position with the right accessories. With MagSafe, you’re less likely to wake up to find your phone wasn’t correctly placed on the wireless charger so didn’t charge at all! Testing the best for you We have tested a lot of magnetic chargers—MagSafe, Qi2 and Compatible—and here inform you which one will work best for you. There are simple magnetic wireless chargers, multi-device chargers for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods, travel chargers, car chargers and more. Best simple MagSafe chargers Best 2-in-1 MagSafe chargers Best 3-in-1 MagSafe chargers Best 4-in-1 MagSafe Chargers Best travel MagSafe chargers Best MagSafe charging stands with power banks Best MagSafe car charger Best wireless charging desk mat Best wireless charging sleeve Offering up to 25W power output in the right configuration, MagSafe charging is much faster than basic 7.5W magnetic wireless charging. The similar magentic Qi2 standard, supported by the iPhone 13-17 families (and unofficially the iPhone 12 but strangely not the latest 16e) offers similar 15W speed charging. Qi 2.2, also known as Qi2 25W, meets MagSafe at 25W for iPhone 16/17 series. MagSafe or Qi2 certification Apple certifies MagSafe accessories to ensures that the output charging is 15W for most iPhones, and up to 25W for iPhone 16 and 17 (with Apple’s latest MagSafe charger or chargers certified for Qi2 25W). Non-certified magnetic but “MagSafe-compatible” chargers are usually just 7.5W with a ring of magnets to hold your phone in place. Certified MagSafe chargers also have a single-wire NFC antenna that allows the iPhone to identify the device and a built-in magnetometer to prevent compass interference while you are using your iPhone while it’s charging. In our tests, 15W MagSafe and Qi2 chargers are evenly matched for charging speeds. 7.5W MagSafe compatible chargers, as you might expect, take around twice as long—certainly in the early stages of charging. But don’t rule out 7.5W chargers as they are often high quality, nearly always noticeably cheaper and just take a while longer to fully charge an iPhone. The king of the hill is Apple’s new MagSafe charger and chargers based on the new Qi2 25W technology that are definitely faster at 25W, but only with iPhone 16 or later. Foundry Simple vs multi-device magnetic chargers The most basic form of MagSafe or magnetic charger is the simple pad that latches on to the compatible iPhone. Some pads feature a pop-out arm so the iPhone can be propped up while charging. There are also products that can simultaneously charge an iPhone plus other Apple devices, such as an Apple Watch or wireless AirPods charging case. Note that the AirPods case must be of the wireless variety, and the original AirPods case lacked this functionality. The base of a multi-charger could also be used to charge a second iPhone but mostly not magnetically and at 5W rather than 7.5W, 15W, or 25W. Also see our round up of the Best Apple Watch chargers and stands. Best simple MagSafe chargers A simple MagSafe charging pad is the cheapest route to wireless iPhone charging. If you are going to the bother of connecting this product to a wall charger, why not just use a Lightning (iPhone 14 or earlier) or USB-C (iPhone 15 and up) cable direct to the iPhone? You can fast-charge an iPhone to 50% battery in under 30 minutes using a cable and just over that using a 25W charger, while it takes around 50 minutes to wirelessly charge iPhone from 0 to 50% using even 15W MagSafe. That said, there are interesting options to choose from. After these we’ll look at more multi-functional MagSafe chargers. Apple MagSafe Charger – Best simple MagSafe charger for fastest wireless Pros Fast 25W for iPhone 16 and up 15W for Qi2 and most iPhones Cons Expensive, especially at 2m 25W only for iPhone 16 and 17 series Price When Reviewed: $39 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $32.99 View Deal $34.97 View Deal $39 View Deal $39 View Deal $39.99 View Deal $39.99 View Deal $44.05 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Output charging: 25W (MagSafe), 15W (Qi2) Cable: 1m (3.3ft), 2m (6.6ft) Wall charger: Not included Colors: White The most obvious MagSafe Charger to buy for your Apple iPhone is, of course, the Apple MagSafe Charger. It’s the charger that Apple would have shipped with the iPhone if it did such things anymore. It’s as minimalist a design as you’d expect from Apple–it looks a lot like a giant Apple Watch Charger. You can also use it to charge your AirPods. Apple’s latest version of this charger offers 15W Qi2 support and, more importantly, a faster 25W charging speed with iPhone 16 and later. It also added a 2-meter length option for $10/£10 more, which is very welcome. At least a 30W USB-C power adapter is required for 25W charging. In our tests using the Apple MagSafe Charger we wirelessly powered up an iPhone 16 Pro from 0% to 50% in just over 30 minutes. It can also charge your AirPods case (AirPods 2 or AirPods Pro), although not at the same time as the iPhone—for that, you’ll need at least a 2-in-1 wireless charger. The standard 1m cable is too short to comfortably charge and use your iPhone at the same time, or maybe stretch from a power socket to a nearby table, so we recommend the 2m upgrade. Don’t forget that this Apple charger still requires a USB-C power adapter—at least 20W if you want 15W charging and at least 30W to enable 25W charging.01:18 pmApple doubles down on on-device AI in privacy and security masterstroke that sets it apart from cloud-dependent rivals | Mac Daily NewsApple doubles down on on-device AI in privacy and security masterstroke that sets it apart from cloud-dependent rivals
Apple is preparing to renew its aggressive push for AI that runs primarily on devices rather than in the cloud—leveraging its years of custom… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:11 pmNew leak confirms new iPhone 18 Pro Dark Cherry, Light Blue colors
Macworld About a month ago, Macworld published an exclusive report detailing the upcoming color palette for the iPhone 18 Pro. As our source confirmed, Apple was planning to offer a new array of options this year, with a purplish “Dark Cherry” leading the pack and possibly four options joining the lineup, including light blue, dark gray, and silver. Now, courtesy of Sonny Dickson on X, we have our first look at iPhone 18 Pro dummy models, and lo and behold, they are in the same four colors. As you can see in the images he supplied, the colors match perfectly with the Pantone codes we were supplied and almost certainly confirm that Apple will offer these options in the fall. Sonny Dickson/X As we described, the Dark Cherry color is closer to purple than red, while light blue is reminiscent of Sierra Blue on the iPhone 13 Pro. Dark gray, meanwhile, appears to be very close to Black Titanium seen on the iPhone 16 Pro. Finally, the standard silver color appears to be very similar to the iPhone 17 Pro. It’s worth noting that Apple seemingly dropped a fourth color option from last year’s lineup later in the production cycle, so it’s possible that one of these four options doesn’t appear on shelves. Of note, the images Dickson supplies have the same design as the iPhone 17 Pro with some subtle improvements. Most notably, the rectangular glass below the camera more closely matches the color of the aluminum surrounding it. And it appears to be a little higher than it is on the 17 Pro. Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro at an event in September alongside the iPhone Ultra, Apple’s first folding phone.01:00 pmKodebits Day 31: Computed Property [FREE]
Practice properties with a short swift challenge.01:00 pmWWDC 2026 Wish List: Health for Mac, Wallet everywhere, and other OS 27 dreams
WWDC 2026 is 10 days away. Here’s a grab-bag selection of things I hope to see from Apple’s new OS 27 updates that aren’t really rumored. more…12:48 pmdo calorie/fitness apps actually need a separate insights tab?
i’m building an ai calorie tracker and i’m questioning one of the main tabs. right now the app has: – home: daily calories, water, meal logging – progress: weight/progress tracking – insights: weekly patterns, meal analysis, consistency, nutrition tips – profile/settings the insights are useful on paper, but i’m not sure if users would actually […]12:48 pmiPhone leaks, Apple Vision Pro gaming, and the Ferrari Luce, on the AppleInsider Podcast | AppleInsideriPhone leaks, Apple Vision Pro gaming, and the Ferrari Luce, on the AppleInsider Podcast
You thought the Apple Vision Pro was expensive, but now you could choose between buying 180 of the headset, or one Ferrari Luce designed by Jony Ive. Or you could just enjoy the good, the bad, and the sometimes silly iPhone rumors that came out this week, on the AppleInsider Podcast.Some iPhone 18 leaks are good, some are bad, and others are just silly.It is the run-up to WWDC and it's also not really that long until the launch of the iPhone 18 range, so as always we're now bombarded with rumors and leaks. Some of them are actually likely, though, and some of them look rather good.Here's how to sort out the good leaks from the poor or even the downright silly. Plus forget leaks, there's news for gamers on Apple Vision Pro and it's something you can play right now. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:45 pmBest Mac gaming setups: From casual console companions to full-on battle stations
Our top 15 best Mac gaming setups from the Cult of Mac archive track the rise of Apple silicon alongside great hybrid Mac-PC systems. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)12:35 pm5.2.2 Rejection strategies
I have an app that got rejected due to accessing external hardware. They have an api with public documentation, however they have no TOS for it. Emailing them for permission ended up with a reply from their legal team that they can’t provide me with a formal permission. Any ideas how to resolve this? […]12:14 pmiPhone 18 Pro dummy units reveal four color options [Gallery]
A new set of iPhone 18 Pro dummy units is giving us our best look yet at the all-new colors Apple has planned for this year. The dummy units corroborate that the iPhone 18 Pro will be available in dark cherry, black, silver, and light blue. more…12:05 pmSuppliers are racing to keep up with orders for incredibly popular MacBook Neo
Amid ongoing MacBook Neo shortages, Apple has reportedly tasked suppliers with doubling its original order to 10 million units in an attempt to satiate demand.MacBook Neo has proven hugely popularBuying a new MacBook Neo today remains an exercise in patience, with deliveries taking multiple weeks. The 13-inch, $599 laptop has proven hugely popular among students and mobile workers alike, so much so that Apple can't keep up.Now, a report by supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims that Apple has told its suppliers to produce more MacBook Neos than ever before. After an initial five-million-unit order, Apple has now doubled the figure to 10 million units. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:53 amThe last visionOS 26 review: Apathy about Apple Vision Pro on display
Apple Vision Pro isn't a priority product for Apple's teams, and it shows in the development of visionOS 26. Bug fixes, minor adjustments, and nearly zero feature additions define the year.visionOS 26 review: it hasn't been touched in a year which means WWDC better deliverWhen visionOS 26 was revealed, it was clear that new hardware would be crucial for the platform. Then the M5 model arrived, and it was better, but nothing else changed in the time since.I'm sitting here typing this on the Apple Vision Pro connected to a Bluetooth mechanical keyboard and Apple Magic Trackpad. It's been over two years since I used the original model, and yet, it still feels magical. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:50 amFirst Look at iPhone 18 Pro Color Options Revealed by Dummy Models
Leaker Sonny Dickson today shared images of iPhone 18 Pro dummy models in the device's four rumored colors, offering the first real-world look at what to expect from the lineup visually. Corroborating previous rumors, the dummies show the iPhone 18 Pro Max in Light Blue, Black, Silver, and Dark Cherry. Dickson said "Cherry will probably be the next hit, orange did very well." Cosmic Orange was the signature color of the iPhone 17 Pro and proved popular with customers. Dark Cherry is expected to serve as the headline new color for the iPhone 18 Pro models this year. The color has been in the rumor mill since at least February 2026, when Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple was testing a deep red finish for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. At the time, Gurman described the shade as a deep red, and separate reporting from a Chinese leaker later suggested the color was very likely to make the cut, partly because Android rivals were already prototyping the same shade. First look at iPhone 18 dummies in the new colors: Black, Silver, Dark Cherry and Light Blue. Cherry will probably be the next hit, orange did very well. pic.twitter.com/2qpZDA7oEK— Sonny Dickson (@SonnyDickson) May 29, 2026 The picture sharpened in April, when Macworld reported that the color would be called Dark Cherry and would be closer to wine than a brighter red, and considerably more muted than Cosmic Orange. The leaker known as "Instant Digital" subsequently corroborated that name, characterizing the shade as a combination of burgundy, coffee, and deep purple. "Instant Digital" has a good track record on Apple color leaks, having accurately predicted the yellow finish for the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus. Macworld's reporting also identified the full four-color lineup, with internal Pantone codes said to be in use at Apple: Light Blue (Pantone 2121), described as resembling the current iPhone 17's Mist Blue; Dark Cherry (Pantone 6076); Dark Gray (Pantone 426C); and Silver (Pantone 427C), said to be similar to the current generation. The latest images are significant because they mark the first time the rumored colors have been depicted in physical, real-world form rather than renders or supply chain descriptions. That said, dummy models are typically made from plastic or low-quality metals and are not finished to the same standard as production units, meaning the tone and saturation of each color could vary from what Apple ultimately ships. With that caveat, the dummies are consistent with the earlier rumors, suggesting that this will indeed likely be the final color palette of the device. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to be announced in the fall alongside the first foldable iPhone.Related Roundup: iPhone 18 ProTag: Sonny DicksonThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:25 amWill Apple reject my app for using local restaurant logos?
Hey everyone, I'm building a food diary iOS app for restaurants just in my country. I want each restaurant in the feed to show its real brand logo in the avatar square purely as identity, kinda like how Letterboxd uses movie posters. I asked ChatGPT if this is legal and it said it is because […]11:10 amApple's software chief: Who is Craig Federighi?
As the Senior Vice President of Software Engineering, Craig Federighi is the main guy who can alter the future of iOS, macOS, and AI for Apple. This is what you need to know about the guy with the fantastic hair.Craig Federighi - Image Credit: AppleWhile Tim Cook is the best-known face of Apple, Craig Federighi comes in a very close second. A long-time presenter for the company during events, especially at WWDC, he is synonymous with the company's software launches and operating system updates.That's handy, since he is Apple's Senior Vice President of Software Engineering. In that prominent role, he manages and guides the development of operating systems, apps, interface changes, and future technologies. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:51 amiPhone 18 Pro dummies show new colors, including Dark Cherry
Images of purported iPhone 18 Pro dummies back up previous claims that Cosmic Orange is out, and Dark Cherry is in.The four colors now claimed to be for the iPhone 18 Pro - image credit: Sonny DicksonCosmic Orange was a huge hit with Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max, but Apple changes at least some colors each year and it's long been rumored that Dark Cherry was coming next. Then in April 2026, a leaker claimed to know all four of the colors for the iPhone 18 Pro.Now the often reliable leaker Sonny Dickson has shared images of dummy iPhones featuring those same four colors: Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:44 amiPhone 18 Pro's Camera Upgrade Will Cost Apple 50% More
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max's all-new variable aperture lens will cost Apple 50% more than the camera unit used in current models, according to supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Variable aperture has been one of the most persistent iPhone camera rumors of the past few years. Kuo first flagged the feature in late 2024, and it has since been corroborated by multiple reports and apparently entered production earlier this year. Unlike the fixed f/1.78 aperture found on every iPhone Pro from the 14 Pro through to the 17 Pro, a variable aperture will physically adjust the size of the lens opening to control how much light reaches the sensor, offering better exposure control and greater flexibility over depth of field. Kuo said that the component has an average selling price roughly 50% higher than the seven-element plastic lens Apple currently uses in the iPhone 17 Pro's main camera. Sunny Optical set to supply Apple between 40 and 50% of orders Sunny Optical has also become a new compact camera module (CCM) supplier for Apple, initially producing the camera for the MacBook Neo. MacBook Neo shipments have come in significantly better than expected, with Kuo doubling his 2026 forecast from 5 million to 10 million units, a notable upward revision as the entry-level Mac has materially exceeded early expectations. Looking further ahead, the 2028 iPhone's ultra wide camera module is expected to move away from flip-chip packaging in favor of an improved COB (chip-on-board) design, with Sunny Optical well positioned to become a supplier at that point. A COB ultra-wide module could be thinner or smaller, leaving more room for other components, or simply deliver better image quality from the same physical footprint. Beyond Apple, Kuo says Sunny Optical has secured component orders for two OpenAI devices, including a smartphone and a pocket or mobile device. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to launch in the fall alongside the first foldable iPhone. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 ProTags: 20th-Anniversary iPhone, Ming-Chi KuoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:38 amWhat do you find is your most reliable metric that a new app is going to do well? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWhat do you find is your most reliable metric that a new app is going to do well?
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Macworld I love my Apple Watch, and I know I’m not alone—the device dominates the wearables market and is easily the best smartwatch money can buy. But that doesn’t mean it’s perfect, and there are plenty of ways that it can feel below par, even irritating at times. Few of those factors are more conspicuous than the way it can sometimes serve as a wrist-worn distraction tool. With the rise of screenless, silent trackers like the Whoop and Fitbit Air, the Apple Watch’s tendency to buzz and bleep all day can be overwhelming. If you’re sick of getting constantly pinged by your Apple Watch, I’ve got good news: there are a plethora of ways you can rein in the worst excesses of watchOS and turn your device into a calmer, quieter tracker. Just follow the steps in this guide and relief will be close at hand. Turn on Silent Mode When you want to mute everything in a quick, simple way, switch on your Watch’s Silent Mode so there will no longer be an audible sound when you get a notification. This is something of a nuclear option, but it guarantees a peaceful watch experience. To get started, press the Watch’s side button to open Control Center, then tap the bell button. The button will turn red and a line will be drawn through it to indicate that alerts are muted. Britta O’Boyle Note that this does not turn off haptic vibrations. To do that, open the Settings app on your Apple Watch, then scroll down and go to Sounds & Haptics > Haptics. Tap Off. For a less dramatic change, you can reduce alert volume. For this, you’ll need to return to the Sounds & Haptics section of your Watch’s Settings app. Select Level from the list of options, then tap Quieter. Use Focus modes Focus modes are a more tailored way to keep notifications in check. They can block certain alerts at certain times and have a wide array of customizable options. First, press the side button to open your Apple Watch’s Control Center. Tap the Focus button (it looks like a crescent moon), select a Focus mode, then set how long you want it to be in effect for. The options here are based on the Focus modes created on your iPhone. Any custom Focus modes you create on your iPhone (by going to Settings > Focus) can be used on your Apple Watch. Foundry When you enable a Focus mode on your Watch, it is automatically enabled on your iPhone too (and vice versa). If you want it to be applied to all of your Apple devices, open the Settings app on your iPhone and go to Focus, then switch on Share Across Devices. You can go further by adding a Focus watch face. This sets a different face on your Watch whenever a specific Focus mode is active. That’s handy if you want a less distracting watch face while Do Not Disturb is running, for example. On your iPhone, open the Settings app and go to Focus, then tap a Focus mode. Under Customize Screens, tap Choose under the Apple Watch face. Pick a watch face from the list of options, then tap the checkmark. Now, whenever you enable this Focus mode, your Watch face will change. Focus modes can also be scheduled. On your Apple Watch, open the Settings app and go to Focus, tap a Focus mode, then choose Add New. Pick start and end times under From and To, then select which days the schedule will be active. Tap the back button to save your schedule. Or you can grab your iPhone and go to Settings > Focus, pick a Focus mode, then tap Add Schedule. Tame your notifications When you get a notification on your Apple Watch, you can swipe left on it to see options to mute it. You can mute it for one hour or for the rest of the day. Tapping Add to Summary will send future alerts from the app to your iPhone’s Notification Summary instead of immediately buzzing your wrist. Time-sensitive alerts can also be disabled from this menu, or you can switch off the app’s notifications entirely. Chris Martin / Foundry Alternatively, you can control notifications for all your Apple Watch apps in one place. Open the Watch app on your iPhone and go to My Watch > Notifications. Scroll down to Mirror iPhone Alerts From and disable the toggle next to any apps whose notifications you no longer want to see on your wrist. Or if you’d rather simply get more control over app notifications, scroll up to the list of apps above the Mirror iPhone Alerts From section, tap one, then adjust its settings as needed. Some apps let you set your own notification rules. On an app’s page, scroll down to Notification Settings, then tap Custom. Tap Notifications Off if you want to disable all alerts for that app. Cull the apps you don’t need If an app is on your Watch and you haven’t changed its notification settings, it can send you alerts. The more apps you’ve are installed, the more notifications you end up getting, which can be a problem. Chris Martin / Foundry A simple way to fix this is to remove apps you don’t use on your Watch. Press the Digital Crown to see the list of apps installed on your Apple Watch. Press and hold an empty area of the display until the apps start to jiggle. Tap the X button on an app you want to remove, then tap Delete App. Another option is to install apps manually rather than have them automatically transfer across from your iPhone. To do this, open the Watch app on your iPhone and tap General, then disable the toggle next to Automatic App Install. Prevent watch face takeovers Some apps automatically take over your entire watch face when they’re active. While this can be useful at time—such as when you use Apple Maps for directions—other times it can be overly distracting. One way to limit this is to turn off Live Activities. Open the Settings app on your Watch and go to General > Auto-Launch > Live Activities Settings. For a quick fix, turn off the toggle next to Auto-Launch Live Activities. This will keep Live Activities as an option, but it will prevent them from starting by themselves. Chris Martin / Foundry Alternatively, you can disable Live Activities completely by switching off the toggle next to Allow Live Activities. Sometimes, you might also find that Siri has partially obscured the clock when you lift your wrist to check the time. This is due to Siri’s Raise to Wake feature mistaking random conversation for a voice command. This can be turned off by opening the Settings app on your Watch, then tapping Siri and disabling Raise to Speak. With that, you should get a clearer, less obstructed view of your watch face, keeping you on track and less distracted whenever you glance at your Apple Watch.10:00 amComplete guide to Apple MagSafe: What is MagSafe?
Macworld There are two types of MagSafe—one for charging Macs and one for charging iPhones—but they are very different technologies that just share a common name. And Apple has worked with organizations such as Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) to produce similar magnetic wireless standards, such as Qi2. Since around 2006 Mac laptops have been charged via a cable that used MagSafe, a clever standard that connected the charging cable to the MacBook via magnets that meant it was not only easy to connect, it simply disconnected if you tripped over the cable (which meant your laptop didn’t crash to the floor). The “Mag” stands for Magnetic and “Safe” alludes to the way it disengages with the MacBook rather than pulling it to the floor when accidentally pulled. However, MagSafe disappeared from Apple laptops with the arrival of charging via USB-C in about 2016, but returned again in 2021 with the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro and in June 2022 with the updated MacBook Air. The current MacBook MagSafe charging cable is the $49 / £49 Apple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable, available in one length (2m) but six colors: Sky Blue, Space Gray, Midnight, Starlight, Space Black, and Silver. We look more into MagSafe further into this article. Apple clearly liked the name because it also used MagSafe as the name for its system for wirelessly charging the 2020 iPhone 12 onwards. What is MagSafe for iPhone iPhones from the iPhone 8 onwards have been able to charge wirelessly as well as via a cable (wired charging). To start with, Apple used the common Qi (pronounced “chee”) standard. You placed the back of your iPhone on a Qi charging pad and when the coil of the pad was correctly aligned with the coil in the back of the iPhone, wireless charging would begin. It was way too easy to misalign the coils and so charging would either be very slow or not engage at all—often leaving you waking up to a dead phone that you thought was wirelessly charging overnight. Frustrating. Apple came up with a neat solution, which it calls MagSafe (familiar name?). Again, the magic is the magnetic connection, which keeps the charging coils of the iPhone locked into position with the coils of the charger. Each iPhone in the iPhone series (12 and later) contains a ring of magnets built around the Qi charging coil. As a result, you can snap charging accessories onto these iPhones. Apple’s MagSafe Charger for iPhone is sold separately for $39 (1m) and $49 (2m) / £39 (1m) and £49 (2m) in the U.K. It’s a round disc that includes magnets that attach to the magnets inside the iPhone to align automatically. It isn’t just used for charging: the magnetic properties allow you to clamp other devices and accessories to the iPhone, such as wallets and pop sockets. If you use wireless chargers or other magnetic accessories, make sure any protective case you put your iPhone into is MagSafe compatible to allow the iPhone’s magnets to still work through the material. Apple sells a number of MagSafe products, including chargers, cases and stands made by itself or trusted partners—you can view the collection here. We have tested the best MagSafe chargers for iPhone and also the best MagSafe battery packs and power banks for iPhone. Because the magnets allow for more precise alignment–and due to improved internal components–MagSafe allows for faster charging. Simon Jary Certified MagSafe chargers can charge at up to 15 watts (15W) or 25W with an iPhone 16 or later. Basic Qi also has a theoretical maximum of 15W but it is less efficient due to the non-magnetic misalignment issue, and many popular chargers were rated at only 5W anyway. Apple pegs iPhone charge via Qi (which it calls merely “MagSafe Compatible”) back to 7.5W in favor of its own MagSafe. Apple passed its MagSafe know-how to the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC), which came up with Qi2 that matches wireless power output at 15W and the later Qi2.2 that gets up to 25W for those later iPhone models. Find out the differences between MagSafe and Qi2. When plugged in to a USB-C charger, via the Lightning port (iPhones pre version 15) or USB-C port (from iPhone 15), iPhones can charge at up to 30W or higher, and therefore likely faster than when charged wirelessly. Charging via a cable will always be faster as the connection is far more efficient than wireless where some amount of power is lost due to the connection and alignment. Because of its firm magnetic alignment, MagSafe is more efficient than standard Qi charging, but still not as fast as using a cable. MagSafe iPhones still support existing Qi-enabled wireless charging at rates up to 7.5W—but only certified “Made for MagSafe” chargers are capable of charging at the full 15W. Read here for more on the different wireless charging standards and which wireless speed each iPhone can reach. Which iPhones have MagSafe? All iPhones from the iPhone 12 onwards has MagSafe, except for the iPhone SE and oddball iPhone 16e. iPhone 12-15: 15W using MagSafe, Qi2 or Qi2.2 iPhone 12 mini: 12W using MagSafe, Qi2 or Qi2.2 iPhone 16-17: 25W using MagSafe or Qi2.2 iPhone 17e: 15W using MagSafe or Qi2.2 iPhone Air: 20W using MagSafe or Qi2.2 It appears that there are also problems using MagSafe with older iPhones. For example, if you use a MagSafe charger with an iPhone 11 charging can take a very long time. Why MagSafe/Qi2/Qi2.2 is best for iPhone wireless charging MagSafe or one of the Qi2 variants should ensure that iPhones are properly aligned to their wireless charger—when alignment doesn’t happen they may not charge. Problems with MagSafe for iPhone charging Apple’s MagSafe charger comes with an integrated USB-C cable, but it doesn’t include a power adapter in the box, so you will need to purchase a separate USB-C power adapter if you don’t already have one. Read our roundup of the best iPhone USB-C wall chargers or for more power the best USB-C chargers for Mac. You can safely use a 100W charger with a 15W MagSafe pad, so as long as the charger is rated at over 20W you will have all you need. Similarly, there is also no power adapter or MagSafe charging cable included with the iPhone. What is MagSafe for MacBook Tha MagSafe 3 cable on a MacBook Pro.Foundry The first MagSafe charging cable arrived with the MacBook Pro in 2006. The MagSafe connector was loved for the fact that it softly disconnected from a Mac if the wire was yanked out, leaving the Mac safely on the desk while only the wire drops to the ground. The presence of MagSafe on an Apple laptop was a given right up until Apple announced the 12-inch MacBook with no MagSafe adaptor in 2015, choosing instead to power it via a USB-C cable, instead of MagSafe. MagSafe was temporarily discontinued on Macs in 2019 when Apple stopped selling the 2017 model of the MacBook Air. For some time all Mac laptops were charged via their USB-C or Thunderbolt ports. Then, in 2021, Apple brought MagSafe back to the MacBook with the launch of the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro. While still charged via USB-C, the port gained the magnets necessary to make detachment and attachment easy. The MacBook Air then gained MagSafe charging in June 2022. How does MagSafe in the Mac work? MagSafe on the Mac works by connecting the power socket to a Mac using magnets. This is instead of the more usual clasp/socket technique of inserting the cable inside the laptop.The connection between a MagSafe adaptor and the Mac laptop is made using two magnetic halves. These clasp together and power is thus provided to the laptop. According to Apple’s MagSafe patent: “The surface area of two magnetically attracted halves determines the number of magnetic flux lines and therefore the holding force between them because the holding force is proportional to the contact area between the two magnetically attracted halves.” The advantage to using MagSafe is safety. When a laptop is sitting on a desk or table, and plugged in to a socket near the ground, the wire between the two is a trip hazard. Tripping over the adaptor cable drags the laptop off the desk and it falls on to the ground (and is potentially damaged). MagSafe protects the laptop because the cable instantly unclasps, leaving the laptop on the desk and the cable flapping harmlessly onto the floor. The true genius of MagSafe is that it works by “non-axial” force. This means that if you pull it in any direction other than straight out it disconnects, and there’s virtually no force required to remove the connector. It’s also a unique Apple feature, something practical that Apple fans can crow about safe in the knowledge that rival laptops are missing this one vital feature. It’s the kind of small, practical, detail that comes from thinking outside of the box. Read: Complete guide to ports on Macs, iPhones and iPads. Which MagSafe adaptor do I need? MagSafe 1 vs MagSafe 2 vs MagSafe 3 MagSafe 3 cableApple There are three different versions of MagSafe, conveniently known as MagSafe 1, MagSafe 2 and MagSafe 3. That’s if we ignore the different wireless MagSafe for iPhone (see above) of course! MagSafe 1 is slightly larger, and was introduced in 2006 along with the original MacBook and MacBook Pro. The first edition of the MacBook Air also used MagSafe 1, but had a slightly thinner head. MagSafe 2 is thinner and was designed for MacBook’s released after 2009. MagSafe 1 and MagSafe 2 are not interchangeable, but Apple still sells this MagSafe to MagSafe 2 converter, enabling you to use the original MagSafe with later MagSafe 2 devices. MagSafe 3 works in a similar way to its predecessors but is more powerful and flexible. After switching entirely to USB-C charging ports, Apple delighted its users by reviving MagSafe cables and ports on some of its MacBooks. The new version, MagSafe 3 is rated for Power Deliver 3.1 (PD 3.1), so it can charge at over 100W. This is seen most pertinently with the 16-inch MacBook Pro that requires 140W for fast charging. Until 240W-supporting Thunderbolt 5 came along you could fast-charge that MacBook model only with its MagSafe 3 Cable. While MagSafe 1 and 2 cables were permanently attached to the power adapter, MagSafe 3 uses USB-C so the cable and the power adapter are separate, allowing users to plug it into any compatible USB-C charger. Apple no longer sells the original MagSafe adaptors (such as the one pictured below), so if you have an older MacBook and are looking for an original MagSafe adaptor the easiest way to get one is to find an old one for sale on eBay. This L-shaped connection was shipped with 2009-2012 MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models. Which Macs have MagSafe? MagSafe 3 MacBook Pro 14-inch and 16-inch: M1/M2/M3/M4/M5 Pro & Max, MacBook Air 13-inch: base M2MacBook Air 15-inch: base M2/M3/M4/M5 MagSafe 2 From 2012 to 2015 all MacBooks Air, MacBook and MacBook Pro models used the newer MagSafe 2 connection. This is thinner and wider than MagSafe 1. MagSafe 1 The original MacBook and MacBook Pro models (pre-2009) all used the original MagSafe 1, as did the original MacBook Air. MacBook, MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models after 2009 until 2012 featured the L-Shaped MagSafe 1 connection. This redesigned head is more robust, but compatible with older MacBooks. It’s pretty easy to tell which version your MacBook uses by looking at the slot. The MagSafe 1 adaptor is thicker, while MagSafe 2 is longer and thinner. But the range of similar connections can make it confusing if you don’t know what you’re looking for. This Apple Support document: Find the right power adapter and cord for your notebook has more information on MagSafe connections and Mac laptops. If your Mac has a MagSafe charging port the port will look something like this: Foundry Apple Can you wirelessly charge an Apple iPad? Apple doesn’t sell a MagSafe charger for its iPad tablet, due to its aluminum (rather than glass) back. However, you can get close to magnetic wireless charging for the iPad with an accessory that offers passthrough charging through the iPad’s Smart Connector. This is a magnetic, three-Pogo-pin physical interface on the edge or back of certain iPads. It can transfers both data and power, connecting with compatible accessories such as the Apple Magic Keyboard. Instead of connecting a cable from your wall charger directly to the iPad’s USB-C port, you can plug it into the USB-C port of a compatible accessory. This accessory acts as a bridge, transferring the power directly to the iPad’s battery while leaving the iPad’s own port open and free for other accessories. Kuxiu You can buy a magnetic charging stand for iPad, such as the Kuxiu X38 Pro MAX iPad Magnetic Charging Stand, which allows seamless 18W fast wireless charging. You simply attach your iPad to the magnetic panel and plug the USB-C cable into the stand. While standard pogo pins themselves are mechanical, spring-loaded electrical contacts rather than magnetic, some versions incorporate integrated magnets into the connector housing to automatically align and lock the contacts together, commonly known as Magnetic Spring Loaded Pogo Pin Connectors.09:15 amWWDC 2026: The year of the do-over
Macworld Every year at WWDC, Apple kicks off a new cycle of operating system updates that will change the faces of the devices we use every day for the next year. On June 8, we’ll get our first glimpse at what the “27” operating systems will bring, which will lead to their arrival in the fall and numerous major updates all the way through next May, when the cycle will begin again. I’ve been attending Apple’s WWDC since sometime in the 1990s, which is… a long time. But this year’s event promises to be one of the most interesting ones yet, mostly because in 2024, Apple really stepped in it, promising a bunch of features it didn’t deliver. Last year was a bit of an apology tour, but it didn’t directly address what had been promised previously. Which means that Apple has really piled two years of promises on the agenda of WWDC 2026. The stakes couldn’t be higher. Here’s what I’ll be watching for at this year’s event, especially when it comes to its AI do-over. Time to deliver In 2025, Apple didn’t make a single promise at WWDC in June that it failed to deliver by the end of the year. That was by design, as a way to begin to repair the trust that was breached when it got out too far over its skis in 2024. It was a good start, but AI was also largely absent from the promise list last year. This year, Apple needs to deliver on what it failed to deliver in 2024. It needs to deliver the coherent AI strategy it ended up punting two years ago. It’s time to renew the vows it made in 2024 and provide a comprehensive approach to AI features on Apple platforms that it can actually begin executing in 2026. The tricky thing is that Apple will need to thread the needle between what’s possible and pragmatic and what goes a bit too far. If it gets too conservative with its promises, it risks seeming dowdy and behind the times. But if it goes too wild with promises, it risks a repeat of 2024, where it couldn’t execute at the level it had assumed it could. What’s the right balance between those two extremes? Apple doesn’t want to be seen as being behind, but it also doesn’t want to seem desperate in trying to keep up with the cool kids–especially since the power and success of the iPhone means that it doesn’t have to. (All the major AI platforms are popular on iOS, which helps a lot.) I think it’s more likely that Apple is still overcorrecting from 2024 and will be restrained in what it announces this year, which means I’m bracing for disappointment. What I hope will happen is that Apple will sketch out its broader vision for how AI fits in with its platforms–including some foundational technologies like App Intents and Siri–even if it has to admit that it’s going to take longer than six months to get there. Last year’s WWDC focused on products and features that Apple could deliver in a timely fashion.Foundry Apple hates giving road maps, hates talking about general directions rather than specific features that it can ship, but I think it’s required here. It should sell us on its vision for how AI fits in with what it’s doing, and then can give some near-term examples of how it’s starting to execute on that front. I don’t think anyone reasonable feels Apple needs to solve everything about AI in iOS 27.0–but feeling like the company knows where it’s going and knows how to get there would sure help. Don’t let your standards slip Much has been made of Apple’s broken promises in 2024, but there’s another sin of the past the company should not repeat: lowering its own standards in order to get features out the door. Forget about the AI features that didn’t ship in 2024. The ones that did were not very good! They showed all the signs of being slapped together in a rush in order to get something out the door. Let me give you one example: Writing Tools. AI large-language models excel at writing and rewriting text–it’s how they got started. Integrating those text tools into Apple’s platforms seemed like basic table stakes. But what Apple shipped wasn’t integrated. Its operating systems have been checking your spelling and providing other editing tools for ages. Writing Tools wasn’t thoughtfully integrated into the larger text-editing package–it was like a sidecar bolted on to the side, completely separate, with a weird, off-putting interface. Writing Tools was one of the first AI-based features. But it felt like it was bolted on and not fully integrated into the OS.Foundry What has always set Apple apart from the competition is a thoughtful application of high technology in ways that solve problems for users. Writing Tools does solve some problems, but I wouldn’t call its application thoughtful. What I want to see in 2026 is a set of AI features that Apple has really thought through and that fit with the iOS and macOS experience. Features that carry the unmistakable smell of panic and fear are a red flag. Focus on the practical You can’t escape the marketing of AI features, but most of that marketing struggles to come up with good, realistic examples of why you’d use those features. (This is a side effect of the features coming first, and the use cases second, which is not how you should ever develop a product.) Apple, to its credit, has proven very good at coming up with examples. All of those Apple Intelligence ads that it got sued over because the features never shipped? At least they were based on useful examples! Apple needs to provide practical examples of how the new AI features are useful.Apple So during the WWDC keynote, what I want to see are practical demonstrations of Apple’s features. I don’t need Apple to prove that it’s chasing cutting-edge AI features; I want it to solve the problems of iPhone users. I want it to show AI tools fixing things that Apple’s customers want to have fixed. And if I see another demo where someone points a camera at a refrigerator and asks for a recipe with the visible ingredients, someone is getting sent to the principal’s office. New leaders with a new attitude In the last two years, Apple has gotten rid of the people in charge of its AI strategy. There are new bosses now, and of course, John Ternus is about to become the new CEO. New leadership gives organizations an opportunity to turn the page and do things differently. Even if the new leaders are longtime employees (which is almost always the case at Apple), they’re in new roles, and they have the opportunity to put their own stamp on things. John Ternus doesn’t officially become Apple’s CEO until September, but his presence looms large at WWDC this year.Apple I want to see that. I want to get the sense that in the last two years, Apple has really rethought how it approaches AI. What does Siri mean now, compared to what it’s meant the last 14 years? Is it the core brand, or is that Apple Intelligence? How do apps function in an increasingly AI-driven world? Sure, new hardware if you have it The top rookie mistake of WWDC anticipation is expecting there to be hardware. This isn’t a hardware event; it’s an operating-system announcement and developer event. That said, sometimes hardware does appear at WWDC. It doesn’t have to, but it could. The Mac Studio and Mac mini both have pretty favorable developer-related narratives, what with the high-end power of the Studio and the fact that the Mac mini has become a darling gadget of AI agent tinkering. Neither product has been updated to M5 yet. This would seem like a decent time, actually, to announce some hardware! But given all the chip shortages out there, I get the feeling that Apple might not really want to create more demand for M5 chips and RAM when it doesn’t need to. Still, if you want to hold out hope for a hardware announcement, I’m not going to stomp on your dreams. Want to learn more about Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference? Read the Macworld WWDC superguide and check out the full coverage of WWDC.08:00 amGet Apple power, Retina display, and 1TB storage with a near-mint MacBook Pro refurb for $430 | MacworldGet Apple power, Retina display, and 1TB storage with a near-mint MacBook Pro refurb for $430
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Next-gen Siri will use a smaller on-device Google Gemini model to answer common queries for a better experience. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:00 amHow to turn Jellyfin on an old Mac into a private streaming service
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WWDC26 anticipation builds alongside deep dives into SwiftData, custom layouts, and open-source AI agent tooling.Thursday May 2811:44 pmUnited Kingdom SMS Carrier Maintenance – O2
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Despite many claiming otherwise, Apple says your iPhone and iPad don't contain conflict minerals sourced from armed groups in Africa.Apple says it doesn't use conflict mineralsWhile Apple remains proud of its supply chain and environmental efforts, the company has faced continued scrutiny regarding the materials it uses to make its products. With 2024 legal complaints, protests over the iPhone 16 launch, and even a 2025 lawsuit, Apple has often been accused of using conflict minerals.In 2018, 2019 and 2022, Apple cut ties with suppliers who sourced conflict minerals, effectively suggesting that all the tin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold found in its products did not come from armed groups. In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday, Apple reiterated its stance. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:54 pmSMS Delivery Failures Between a Subset of Twilio Short Codes and Multiple Networks in France | TwilioSMS Delivery Failures Between a Subset of Twilio Short Codes and Multiple Networks in France
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The IAM Union held a protest against Apple’s decision to close its Towson store, the first unionized Apple retail location in the United States. Here are the details. more…Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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