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- 08:39 pm9to5Mac Daily: November 19, 2025 – Apple Watch 3D printing, App Store changes
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Never lose a file again. Use code “9to5daily” at checkout for 20% off or try for free. more…08:32 pmApple Pay Promo Offers $5 Off Fandango Movie Tickets Today
Fandango is offering an "Apple Pay Wednesday" promotion that discounts movie tickets by $5 when making a purchase with Apple Pay in the Fandango app or on the Fandango website. Customers will need to use the promo code APPLEPAYWED when checking out to get the deal. The discount can be used for tickets at any theater that supports Fandango, and at any date and time, so purchases do not have to be for same-day tickets. Apple Pay is required when checking out to get the $5 discount. Fandango says that there are a limited quantity of code redemptions allowed for the promotion, and it is first come first served while supplies last. The code is only valid on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. There is a one-time use only per email address limit with a maximum $5 discount. Apple has teamed up with Fandango for promotions multiple times in the past, most recently offering Apple Pay customers $10 off F1 movie ticket purchases.Tag: Apple Pay PromoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:24 pmApple CEO Tim Cook Attends White House Dinner With Saudi Crown Prince
Apple CEO Tim Cook attended a White House dinner that U.S. President Donald Trump arranged for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia, reports The New York Times. The dinner marked Prince Mohammed's first visit to the United States since the October 2018 murder of author and Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi. The U.S. Central Intelligence Agency determined that the prince ordered the killing at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul. Ahead of the dinner, U.S. President Donald Trump defended the prince and said "A lot of people didn't like that gentleman that you're talking about," when responding to a question from a reporter that asked about Khashoggi. Cook previously met Prince Mohammed in April 2018 to discuss education and app development opportunities in Saudi Arabia. Apple has since invested $2 billion in Saudi Arabian companies, and Cook last visited the country in December 2024. Apple launched an online store in Saudi Arabia in July 2025, and it plans to open retail locations in the country in 2026. Other tech attendees included X CEO Elon Musk, Dell CEO Michael Dell, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, and AMD CEO Linda Su.Tag: Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:06 pmApple TV scores 23 Children’s & Family Emmy Awards nominations
Following its sweeping success at this year’s Emmys, Apple celebrated today more than 20 nominations for the 4th Annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards. Here’s the full list. more…08:03 pmWhy some apps disappear, and why free speech rights can't stop it
Apple's choice to remove an app at the government's behest shows that the App Store is too private to be public, and too public to be private.Understanding free speech on the internet and in the App Store| Image generated by ChatGPTI describe myself as AppleInsider's resident "First Amendment rights psychopath." I've always been this way; you can chalk it up to getting put through the American school system in the early 2000s.However, as such, I've also had to become pretty well-versed in where that rule applies — because it's not always immediately obvious. Especially when you start dealing with "invisible" spaces, like the internet. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:01 pmApple CEO Tim Cook, Elon Musk attend President Donald Trump’s black-tie dinner for Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman | Mac Daily NewsApple CEO Tim Cook, Elon Musk attend President Donald Trump’s black-tie dinner for Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
High-profile guests at President Trump’s black-tie dinner honoring Saudi Arabia’s de facto leader, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:00 pmOne feature makes this MagSafe battery pack stand out
It feels like every brand has its own MagSafe power bank: thin ones, high-capacity ones, and even ones with built-in stands. However, something was always missing for me. I use multiple MagSafe accessories daily, such as a finger loop, wallet, and even a USB-C MagSafe hub, and the moment you attach a traditional battery pack, all of that becomes unusable. Kuxiu’s B10 finally fixes this with a brilliantly simple idea: magnets on both sides, letting you charge your phone with Qi2 while still attaching any MagSafe accessory you want. It’s such a simple concept, but incredibly smart. Here’s what you need to know. more…07:52 pmSMS delivery delays to Xphone Network in Israel
Nov 19, 11:52 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.07:46 pmTrademark dispute over my app name
Hey guys, I wanted to get some feedback on a trademark dispute I’ve been dealing with regarding my app name. Here’s the situation: Background: I developed an app called BullSwipe and reserved the name before the “claimant” contacted me through Apple about how they own the name and I should transfer the name to them. […]07:38 pmM5 iPad Pro Black Friday Deals Hit Amazon and Best Buy With Up to $169 Off
Amazon and Best Buy today opened up big discounts across the M5 iPad Pro lineup, offering as much as $169 off select tablets. Prices now start at $925.00 for the 256GB Wi-Fi 11-inch M5 iPad Pro at Amazon, down from $999.00. This specific tablet has been slowly dropping in price all month, and Amazon's sale today is now the best-ever price. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. For the larger models, you can save up to $169 on the 13-inch M5 iPad Pro on Amazon this week. If you're shopping for the 2TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi model, Amazon has this tablet for $2,230.00, down from $2,399.00, as well as a few other 13-inch models between $50 and $137 off. $74 OFF11-inch M5 iPad Pro (256GB Wi-Fi) for $925.00 $100 OFF13-inch M5 iPad Pro (512GB Wi-Fi) for $1,399.00 In regards to the Best Buy discounts, you don't need to have a My Best Buy Plus or Total membership in order to see these deals. On Amazon, all sales have been applied automatically and don't need any coupon codes to see the final sale prices. 11-Inch M5 iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi - $925.00 ($74 off) 512GB Wi-Fi - $1,099.00 ($100 off) [matched at Best Buy] 1TB Wi-Fi - $1,499.00 ($100 off) [matched at Best Buy] 1TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi - $1,584.00 ($115 off) 2TB Wi-Fi - $1,861.00 ($138 off) 2TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi - $1,999.00 ($100 off) 13-Inch M5 iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi - $1,249.00 ($50 off) [matched at Best Buy] 512GB Wi-Fi - $1,399.00 ($100 off) [matched at Best Buy] 1TB Wi-Fi - $1,768.00 ($131 off) 1TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi - $1,861.00 ($138 off) 2TB Wi-Fi - $2,162.00 ($137 off) 2TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi - $2,230.00 ($169 off) You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2025. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundups: Apple Black Friday, Apple DealsRelated Forum: Community DiscussionThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:36 pmAn ingenious Apple Service hoax is convincing users their account is under attack
A scam trying to steal Apple Account data uses a genuine but inauthentic request for support, real Apple alerts, and precise timing to make a fraudulent attack look like official help. Here's what it looks like, and how to protect yourself.A new phishing attempt almost got an Apple userEric Moret recently received a burst of two factor notifications across his iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The activity looked like an actual intrusion because each alert came from Apple's real systems.An automated call from Apple soon followed and read another verification code aloud. The timing made the situation feel coordinated and serious. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:33 pmTesting shows Apple N1 Wi-Fi chip improves on older Broadcom chips in every way
Apple's in-house Wi-Fi chip doesn't set records, but it's a reliable performer.07:29 pmChatGPT’s Mac browser just got new features, like iCloud passkeys
ChatGPT Atlas launched last month as the latest AI-infused browser, and today Atlas added nine new features to its Mac app, including iCloud passkey support. more…07:18 pmSMS delivery delays to Altan Network in Mexico
Nov 19, 11:18 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.07:10 pmBBEdit 15.5.4
Improves the app icon appearance when running macOS 26 Tahoe. ($59.99 new, free update, 28 MB, macOS 12+)07:09 pmUlysses 39
Major upgrade for the writing app fully embraces Apple's Liquid Glass design language. ($5.99/$39.99 monthly/yearly subscription, free update, 59.99 MB, macOS 14+)07:08 pmGet Nomad's Apple Watch Bands for Up to 30% Off in Black Friday Sale
Nomad kicked off its official Black Friday event this week with sitewide savings on its best gear, plus a deal of the day that will change every day in the lead-up to November 28. Today's deal of the day is 30 percent off the Sport Band Glow 2.0 for Apple Watch Ultra. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Nomad. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Otherwise, Nomad's Black Friday sale has up to 30 percent off iPhone 17 cases, wireless chargers, cables, Apple Watch Bands, and lifestyle gear. All of these discounts have been automatically applied and do not require any coupon codes to see the final sale prices. UP TO 30% OFFNomad Black Friday Sale This sitewide sale knocks the price of Nomad's Modern Case for iPhone 17 and Rugged Case down to $39.00, from $49.00. You can also get the Modern Leather Case for iPhone 17 for $60.00, down from $75.00. 30% OFFNomad Sport Band Glow 2.0 (Apple Watch Ultra) for $48.00 If you're shopping for Apple Watch Bands, Nomad's Rocky Point Band for Apple Watch Ultra is on sale for $63.00, down from $79.00. The Titanium Band for Apple Watch Ultra is down to $169.00, from $199.00. In addition to these discounts on newer products, Nomad's overstock sale has big markdowns on older gear like iPhone 16 cases, Apple Watch Bands, wireless chargers, and more. You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of all of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2025. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:07 pmSpamSieve 3.2.2
Maintenance update with bug fixes and improvements for the spam-filtering utility. ($39.99 new, free update, 60.8 MB, macOS 10.13+)07:02 pmApple’s iPad is more Mac-like than ever – is it ready to replace your Mac?
With iPadOS 26, Apple has at last delivered a software foundation that matches the iPad’s formidable silicon. Long-awaited additions… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:40 pmSMS delivery failures to Movicel Network in Angola
Nov 19, 10:40 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.06:39 pmApple has five products coming next year that I’m very excited for
Apple’s 2025 product lineup might be complete, but there’s a lot in the works for the year ahead. Here are five new Apple products rumored to debut in 2026 that I’m especially excited for. more…06:15 pmBest early Black Friday Mac mini deals deliver up to $1,145 off
Apple's latest Mac mini is on sale from just $499 as an early Black Friday price war erupts across the compact desktop range.Early Black Friday Mac mini deals start at just $499.Early Black Friday Mac mini deals start at just $499.Discounted M4 Mac mini prices start at $499 today, with every model reduced by up to $1,145 as leading Apple retailers compete for your business.Today's best Mac mini deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:01 pmThe end of an era: Mac Pro rendered irrelevant by Apple’s own chips
The secret behind the Mac Pro's immense power and legendary upgradability was the freedom to install whichever CPUs and GPUs you wanted… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:00 pmGet $40 off this blazing-fast charger for iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch
With this Ugreen MagFlow 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger deal, you can bring speedy Qi2.2 top-ups to iPhone. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:56 pmICN (Seoul) on 2025-12-01
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THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 3, 17:00 - 22:00 UTCNov 19, 17:29 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ICN (Seoul) datacenter on 2025-12-03 between 17:00 and 22:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.05:45 pmToday in Apple history: Apple Park gets the official go-ahead
On November 19, 2013, the Cupertino City Council approved plans for Apple Park. The ambitious new HQ was called Apple Campus 2 at the time. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:33 pmApple Questions Funding Behind UK iCloud Lawsuit
Apple today challenged the funding behind a $4 billion UK lawsuit during a tribunal hearing, raising new concerns about the iCloud class action as the company battles further antitrust scrutiny. The case was initiated by consumer group Which on behalf of consumers, alleging that Apple's iCloud storage practices lock users into the service and cause them to pay more for cloud storage than they would have paid under more competitive conditions. Which is seeking compensation and an injunction to prevent Apple from continuing the alleged conduct. The proposed class period runs from 1 October 2015 to the present, meaning that the claim targets both historic and ongoing conduct by Apple. The application also seeks injunctive relief aimed at preventing Apple from continuing the alleged abusive behavior in the future. Apple told the Competition Appeal Tribunal that Which had not provided enough clarity about its third-party funder, Litigation Capital Management (LCM), which is paying for the legal action. LCM recently suffered a severe financial decline, losing 99% of its share value from its November 2024 level, leaving it worth about $16 million. Apple argued that this collapse raised questions about whether LCM could still support the lawsuit. It also said that if it were allowed to pursue an appeal later in the process or if Which's funding is withdrawn, Apple could face a significant risk of not being able to recover its legal costs because LCM might not be able to pay them. The company added that both Apple and the proposed class representative should have been informed sooner and more clearly about LCM's situation. The funding dispute emerges days after the tribunal refused Apple permission to appeal a separate ruling in a long-running developer class action, which found that Apple had abused its dominant position in iOS app distribution and in-app payment processing. That judgment concluded that Apple's App Store commission structure led to higher prices for consumers and restricted competition, leaving Apple facing potential damages of more than $1 billion. The tribunal has not yet indicated when it will make a decision and the hearing continues.Tags: Apple Antitrust, iCloud, United KingdomRelated Forum: Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:33 pmGetting free Apple TV through T-Mobile right now? A price rise is on the way
Are you currently getting a free Apple TV subscription as a perk of your T-Mobile phone plan? Well, unfortunately, that freebie is going to (somewhat) end in January .. more…05:13 pmKomori ASO: 40% Off for Black Friday
For Black Friday we’re giving the Reddit crowd 40 percent off the annual plan. If you haven’t tried Komori ASO yet, this is the best entry point. Code: CXMZG0NQ. Komori is our take on ASO for indie devs and small teams. Most tools are either overpriced, slow, or built for pitch decks rather than actual […]05:01 pmApple releases new firmware for 140W USB-C Power Adapter, Magic Keyboard, and Magic Trackpad | Mac Daily NewsApple releases new firmware for 140W USB-C Power Adapter, Magic Keyboard, and Magic Trackpad
Apple has rolled out fresh firmware updates for its popular Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, and 140W USB-C Power Adapter, delivering… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:01 pmKIX (Osaka) on 2025-11-19
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We are now less than 24 hours out from the official start of Amazon’s Black Friday sale – get a sneak peek at the deals here – but it is already serving some serious price matches and deep discounts right now. The entire M4 MacBook Air lineup has now dropped a touch lower starting from $749 and we have this 24GB M3 model at $600 off the original list price. On top of that the M5 MacBook Pro has dropped even lower and this 1TB iPad Pro is a giant $400 off the list price. The Satechi Black Friday sitewide sale is now live and you’ll loads more waiting below. more…04:37 pmApple’s N1 Chip Improves Wi-Fi Performance
Apple’s new N1 wireless chip in the iPhone 17 family boosts Wi‑Fi speeds by up to 40% over the Broadcom‑based Wi-Fi radio used in the iPhone 16 lineup—especially in poor conditions.Read original article04:36 pmBOE takes another hit, iPhone 17 screen orders shifted to Samsung
BOE's reliability problems during iPhone 17 OLED production have again forced Apple to get screens elsewhere.Apple is shifting around its supply chain partnersApple is pushing for top-notch screens across the entire iPhone 17 lineup. The company's push puts pressure on BOE Technology, which hoped to expand its OLED role after years of slow progress.Approval arrived in July 2025 for BOE to make panels for the iPhone 17 Pro in China, although global production never reached meaningful scale. Apple limited that approval to the Chinese market, which kept BOE out of the global launch. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:30 pmThis SanDisk SSD is so tiny it can live on your MacBook [Review] ★★★★☆
We fully tested the SanDisk Extreme Fit USB-C Flash Drive, a tiny SSD that seamlessly boosts your MacBook storage. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:27 pmmacOS 26.2 adds three new Mac features, here’s what’s coming
macOS Tahoe 26.2 is launching next month for all users, here’s an overview of three new features it brings to the Mac. more…04:22 pmHalf-baked constant cookie requests mandated by EU may be getting cut way back
Under a new policy proposal, the European Union hopes to make saying no to cookies be a one-time thing instead of a nearly constant stream of requests while surfing the internet. The goal seems good, but the actual implementation seems optimistic, at best.A typical cookies popupBack in 2020, Apple blocked third-party cookies on Safari and Google promised to do the same with Chrome, before changing its mind. Cookies were meant to make it convenient when you returned to a site, but companies abused them, and that's why Apple steadily started blocking them.Subsequently, this has become why logging in to a new site now always has an extra step as officially you have to choose to accept or reject cookies. According the EU, you make no such choice — and instead just click the nearest button. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:18 pmApple Begins Selling Refurbished iPad Air With M3 Chip at a Discount
Apple recently added iPad Air models with the M3 chip to its refurbished store in the United States and many European countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, and others. This is the first time the iPad Air with the M3 chip has been available in Apple's refurbished store since the device was released in March this year. As usual, the refurbished models are discounted by approximately 15% compared to new models. In the United States, for example, the 11-inch iPad Air with the M3 chip, 128GB of storage, and Wi-Fi only is available for $509, compared to $599 new. Apple says its refurbished iPads include a new battery and outer shell, a new box, and all accessories, including a 20W USB-C power adapter and/or a USB-C charging cable depending on the country. Apple says it puts refurbished devices through a "thorough cleaning process and inspection," resulting in a like-new condition. All refurbished iPads are covered by Apple's one-year warranty. AppleCare+ is available. While some savings can be had here, better iPad deals are often available through Amazon.Related Roundup: iPad Air Tag: Apple Refurbished ProductsBuyer's Guide: iPad Air (Neutral)Related Forum: iPadThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:15 pmMy app has been rejected for the third time and I am unsure how to fix.
I’ve sent Apple a message requesting a call and for more information regarding the issue. Any suggestions on where to go from here in the meantime? submitted by /u/LocalTypical [link] [comments]04:10 pmThis 15-inch MacBook Air with 24GB of RAM is down to $1,099 right now
Macworld One of our favorite MacBook Air laptops has gone on sale ahead of Black Friday, and you can get a loaded version for $1,099 right now, a massive $574 discount from its original $1,699 MSRP. Even if you compare it to the M4 version that’s on sale for $250 off right now, you’re still saving $225. This MacBook Air comes with an M3 chip and a massive 24GB of RAM, as well as 512GB of storage, which is plenty to keep your laptop running smoothly for years, easily handling just about any task you have to complete, whether it’s something more complicated for work or something as basic as streaming your favorite shows. And while the M3 chip isn’t the latest, it’s still one that delivers an impressive performance. When we reviewed this laptop, we also called it “simply the best,” as we found that it delivers a significant performance boost over earlier models, has an excellent battery life, and an ultra-slim and lightweight design. We also really loved the gorgeous 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display that’s perfect for any situation. And with extra RAM and storage, you’re getting a machine that will last for years to come. So don’t miss this chance to save big and grab the 15-inch MacBook Air for $1,125 on Best Buy before it’s gone! Grab a MacBook Air for $374 offBuy now at Amazon04:06 pmApple attacks Which's lawsuit backer in $2 billion UK App Store hearing
Apple has taken aim at the funding behind UK consumer group Which's $2 billion App Store ruling, insisting to the Competition Appeals Tribunal that Which's third-party funding source's troubles could be an issue.Lawsuits are never truly over following a ruling. On November 13, the UK's Competition Appeals Tribunal refused to grant Apple an appeal against the $2 billion ruling over the App Store. Even so, Apple is still going down swinging in the tribunal hearing.During a collective proceedings order application hearing on Wednesday, Apple has attacked the lack of transparency of a class representative. Specifically, it has attacked the funding of the class action suit brought forward by consumer group Which itself. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:01 pmApple announces finalists for the 2025 App Store Awards
Apple on Wednesday announced 45 finalists for this year’s App Store Awards, recognizing the best apps and games across 12 different… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:01 pmDo I need an Apple Account for dev purposes on my iPad?
Hi guys, I just got an iPad for development purposes only (so no Apple Pay, Store, iCloud, etc, at least for now, I'll just test my apps on it like I'm doing on my Android phone) and I'm actually setting it up. Do I need an Apple account for dev only (using React Native Expo […]04:01 pmNew limited-time Apple Card offer now available: Earn $75 in Daily Cash [U]
Once again, Apple has dropped a limited time Apple Card offer for new users who choose to sign up. Typically, the Apple Card does not offer a sign up bonus, so this is worth looking into. more…04:00 pmPPT (Tahiti) on 2025-11-19
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Nov 19, 16:00 UTCIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Nov 18, 23:26 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in MEL (Melbourne) datacenter on 2025-11-19 between 16:00 and 19:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.03:56 pmAdobe's Black Friday Sale Takes 50% Off Creative Cloud Pro for Your First Year
Adobe this week is offering first-time subscribers of the Adobe Creative Cloud Pro plan a 50 percent discount on the service. With this sale, you'll pay $34.97 per month for the plan, down from $69.99 per month, and this price will last through your first year. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Adobe. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can also choose to pay for the entire year upfront at the price of $389.71 per year, down from $779.88 per year. After your first year ends, your subscription will automatically renew at the standard rate unless you change or cancel the subscription. This sale ends November 28. 50% OFFAdobe Creative Cloud Pro for $34.97/month When signing up for Creative Cloud Pro, you gain access to more than 20 creative apps, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Acrobat Pro, plus Adobe Firefly creative AI for images, video, and audio. You also get templates, cloud storage, and thousands of Adobe Fonts. Adobe is also offering 50 percent off your first year of Creative Cloud Pro for teams, priced at $49.97 per month, down from $99.99 per month. Finally, students and teachers can get Creative Cloud Pro for $19.98 per month for their first year, down from $69.99 per month, a savings of 70 percent. Adobe's Creative Cloud Pro plan is basically the same as the previous "Creative Cloud All Apps" plan, with the addition of AI features. This includes unlimited access to AI image features and 4,000 monthly generative credits for premium AI video and audio features. You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2025. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundups: Apple Black Friday, Apple DealsRelated Forum: Community DiscussionThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:50 pmiPad Mini 8: Four Major New Features to Expect
Apple's eighth-generation iPad mini is highly likely to arrive next year, offering a significant refresh of the device with at least four major new features. OLED Display The next-generation version of the iPad mini could feature an OLED display, as part of Apple's plan to expand the display technology across many more of its devices. Apple's first OLED device was the Apple Watch in 2015, followed by the iPhone in 2017 and the iPad Pro in 2024. It now apparently plans to bring the technology to more devices, such as the iPad Air, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro, and could start with the iPad mini next year. The current iPad mini has a Liquid Retina LCD display, just like the iPad Air. OLED offers higher contrast with true blacks, wider viewing angles, faster response times, better efficiency, and generally better perceived picture quality than LCD. A19 Pro Chip The current iPad mini came out in 2024, with the main upgrade over the previous version being the A17 Pro chip and Apple Intelligence support. The previous generation introduced a complete redesign and the A15 Bionic chip. In August, Apple mistakenly shared code that revealed key information about the next-generation iPad mini with the codename J510/J511: The device features the A19 Pro chip, which is used in the iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The current iPad mini uses a version of the A17 Pro chip from the iPhone 15 Pro with a five-core GPU. The A19 Pro used in the iPhone Air also has a five-core GPU, as opposed to the full six-core version in the iPhone 17 Pro models, so it seems likely that this binned version of the chip will be the one used in the next iPad mini. Water-Resistant Design Bloomberg claims that Apple is working on a version of the iPad mini that has a more water resistant design, making it the first iPad with a water resistance rating. While the iPhone has IP68 water resistance that allows it to withstand submersion in water up to six meters deep for 30 minutes, it is not yet known what IP rating the iPad mini might feature. The iPad mini's updated casing is expected to offer water resistance similar to the iPhone, making it safe for casual use in wet environments like a bath or a pool area. Redesigned Speaker System Apple has reportedly developed a new speaker system for the iPad mini that uses vibration-based technology, allowing for the speaker holes in the device to be removed. Removing the speaker holes would cut down on areas where water could get into the crevices of the iPad mini. For the iPhone, Apple uses adhesive and gaskets to protect the speaker holes and other ingress points from water intrusion, so the iPad mini's design would be different. The current iPad mini does not have an official water resistance rating and it is not safe to get it wet. Release Date and Price There are no specific rumors about when the next iPad mini will be released, but a launch alongside new iPad Air models in the first half of 2026 seems likely. With an OLED display, water resistance, a new speaker system, and a faster chip, the device is expected to be more expensive, and Apple could charge up to $100 more for the device. The iPad mini is currently priced starting at $499.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:32 pmBlack Friday TV Deals Include Year's Best Prices on Samsung, Sony, LG, and Many More
One of the best items to shop for every Black Friday season is a TV set, and this year is no different, with hundreds of deals on TVs across numerous retailers. Below we're highlighting some of the best TV deals you can find right now at Sony, Samsung, and more. 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. One of the overall best early Black Friday TV deals is on the 75-inch Frame Pro at Samsung, available for $1,999.99, down from $3,199.99. You'll also find the 65-inch and 85-inch models on sale this week, plus the non-Pro 2025 models for up to $600 off, all of which are all-time low prices. Amazon Amazon's Black Friday TV deals are abundant, with most sales focusing on Smart Fire TV models with big discounts. You'll find brands like Insignia, Hisense, and Panasonic at solid low prices this season. Amazon Black Friday TV Deals 50-inch Insignia LED 4K Smart Fire TV - $169.99, down from $299.99 55-inch Hisense QLED 4K Smart Fire TV - $239.99, down from $429.99 65-inch Hisense QLED 4K Smart Fire TV - $349.99, down from $549.99 70-inch Panasonic Smart Fire TV - $549.99, down from $629.99 65-inch Samsung QLED Smart TV - $697.99, down from $897.99 75-inch LG Mini LED 4K Smart TV - $896.99, down from $1,096.99 65-inch Sony Bravia Mini LED 4K Smart Google TV - $998.00, down from $1,499.00 85-inch Sony Bravia Mini LED 4K Smart Google TV - $3,798.00, down from $4,799.00 Sony The TV deals at Sony are focused entirely on the company's Bravia line of Smart Google TVs, with up to $1,000 off select models. Sony Black Friday TV Deals 43-inch Bravia LED 4K HDR Google TV - $419.99 ($80 off) 55-inch Bravia OLED 4K HDR Google TV - $999.99 ($500 off) 65-inch Bravia Mini LED 4K HDR Google TV - $999.99 ($500 off) 65-inch Bravia 4K HDR Google TV - $1,499.99 ($500 off) 65-inch Bravia II QD-OLED 4K HDR Google TV - $2,299.99 ($1,000 off) Samsung Samsung's discount across The Frame TV lineup is one of this Black Friday's best TV deals. You'll find as much as $1,200 off the latest 2025 models of The Frame and The Frame Pro, plus sales on Samsung's OLED/QLED sets. Samsung Black Friday TV Deals The Frame (2025 Models) - Save up to $600 The Frame Pro - $1,999.99, down from $3,199.99 65-inch OLED S90C TV - $1,699.99, down from $2,699.99 65-inch Neo QLED 4K TV - $1,799.99, down from $2,699.99 77-inch OLED S90F TV - $1,999.99, down from $3,499.99 75-inch Neo QLED QN90D TV - $1,799.99, down from $3,299.99 WalmartWalmart Black Friday TV Deals 55-inch Element 4K Google TV - $299.99, down from $374.99 55-inch Samsung QLED 4K Smart TV - $348.00, down from $499.99 75-inch Hisense QLED 4K Roku Smart TV - $378.00, down from $499.00 98-inch TCL 4K QLED Google TV - $998.00, down from $1,798.00 65-inch LG 4K OLED Smart TV - $1,396.99, down from $2,499.99 Best BuyBest Buy Black Friday TV Deals 65-inch Samsung 4K Smart TV - $329.99 ($140 off) 75-inch Insignia QLED Smart Fire TV - $449.99 ($200 off) 75-inch Samsung 4K Smart TV - $579.99 ($120 off) 55-inch TCL 4K Smart TV - $599.99 ($700 off) 86-inch LG 4K Smart TV - $799.99 ($300 off) 65-inch Samsung The Frame 4K Smart TV - $1,199.99 ($600 off) TargetTarget Black Friday TV Deals 32-inch Vizio LED Smart TV - $99.99, down from $119.99 43-inch LG 4K Smart TV - $229.99, down from $279.99 55-inch TCL 4K HDR QLED Smart Google TV - $279.99, down from $449.99 TCL 4K HDR QLED Smart Google TV - $379.99, down from $549.99 65-inch LG 4K Smart TV - $379.99, down from $479.99 65-inch Samsung The Frame 4K Smart TV - $1,199.99, down from $1,699.99 You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2025. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundups: Apple Black Friday, Apple DealsRelated Forum: Community DiscussionThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:24 pmA short investigation into how SwiftData actually represents AttributedString in Core Data storage | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingA short investigation into how SwiftData actually represents AttributedString in Core Data storage
If you have encountered this attribute type in your own debugging or have a better explanation for how the adapter registry functions, let me know in the comments. Maybe I'm missing some important details here submitted by /u/Alexey566 [link] [comments]03:23 pmNetwork Maintenance – US-IAD (Washington, DC)
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 20, 12:00 - 14:00 UTCNov 19, 15:21 UTCScheduled - We will be performing network maintenance in our US-IAD (Washington, DC) data center beginning on November 20th at approximately 12:00 PM UTC and lasting until 2:00 PM UTC. We do not expect any customer impact during this maintenance.03:23 pmUnited States SMS Carrier Maintenance – AT&T
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 19, 21:00 PST - Nov 20, 01:00 PSTNov 19, 07:14 PSTScheduled - The AT&T network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 19 November 2025 at 21:00 PST until 20 November 2025 at 01:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from AT&T United States handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.03:18 pmNext year’s iPhone 18 decision could be very hard for almost everyone
It’s the time of year when Apple finalizes many key details about next fall’s flagship iPhone lineup, and recent leaks indicate the iPhone 18 line could present an especially tough upgrade decision for almost all users. more…03:04 pmHow to quickly queue songs on Apple Music (and clear the queue)
You can queue songs in Apple Music so that the tracks you want to hear play automatically, one after another. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:01 pmThe EU is fixing the most annoying thing on the web
The EU’s landmark privacy law, GDPR, was one of the best things to happen to the internet for a very long time. But it also came with one of the most annoying things on the web: a never-ending series of pop-ups asking us to make cookie choices … more…03:00 pmLiquid Glass Button Transformation
I'm working on an app that is being built around liquid glass. I would like to add a button that when the user taps it it transfrom to a menu pop. Just like the Apple Messages or Photos App. I cannot the documentation or video (maybe I'm looking for the wrong thing or name) Any […]02:53 pmUnited Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – EE
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 24, 14:00 - 21:00 PSTNov 19, 06:45 PSTScheduled - Our carrier partner EE United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 24 November 2025 at 14:00 PST until 24 November 2025 at 21:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for EE United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Verify Silent Network Auth, Lookup SIM Swap, Lookup Identity Match, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes02:53 pmRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Beeline
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 20, 13:00 - 16:00 PSTNov 19, 06:47 PSTScheduled - The Beeline network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 20 November 2025 at 13:00 PST until 20 November 2025 at 16:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Beeline Russia handsets.02:47 pm[Beta Testing] Built a SwiftUI neighborhood review app – looking for TestFlight testers and technical feedback | Reddit on iOS Programming[Beta Testing] Built a SwiftUI neighborhood review app – looking for TestFlight testers and technical feedback
Hey r/iOSprogramming, I've been tinkering and building a community-driven iOS app for the past few months and I'm looking for beta testers to help identify bugs and provide technical feedback before launch, as this is only my second app in the making. What it is: A neighborhood review platform where users can draw custom neighborhood […]02:41 pmAndroid Developer Struggling Making iOS Version
i developed a java xml app back in 2018 and it fortunately become popular. till now it's my main source of income. and then i tried to learn ios programming to make the ios version of it. maybe in 2023 or even earlier, i forgot. i mostly do it as a side job, cause i've […]02:31 pmElon Musk: ‘I’m down’ for Grok – Apple collaboration
Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of xAI, has expressed openness to partnering with Apple to integrate Grok into the the company's… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:30 pmYour secret weapon for 4K Mac screen recordings
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Update November 19: This feature is now live. Illinois residents can now head to the Wallet app to add their licenses. Original story below. Apple Wallet support for digital driver’s licenses and state IDs continues to expand. Now, Illinois has officially announced that starting tomorrow, iPhone users will be able to add their driver’s license or state ID to the Apple Wallet app for digital access. With the addition of Illinois, support for this feature is available in 13 states, along with Puerto Rico. more…02:23 pmApp Store Award finalists announced
Every year, the App Store Awards celebrate exceptional apps and games that improve people’s lives while showcasing the highest levels of technical innovation, user experience, design, and positive cultural impact. This year, the App Store Editorial team is proud to recognize 49 outstanding finalists. Winners will be announced in the coming weeks.Learn about the finalists02:23 pmRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Personnal Communicational, Win Mobile and Volna mobile
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Back in the Intel days, the Mac Pro was the computer many of us lusted over even if we had no possible justification for actually buying one. It was by far the most powerful Mac and the easiest to upgrade – not to mention one of the most beautiful machines the company ever made. The 2023 Mac Pro was even more gorgeous than its predecessor, but with the radical new architecture of Apple Silicon, the writing was already on the wall … more…02:17 pmBest iPad for kids 2025: The iPad you should buy for your child
Macworld Our kids love their iPads. The simplicity of tapping on the screen when they want things to happen means they can learn to use them in seconds, but there’s plenty that Apple’s tablets can do. Whether it’s educational games, entertainment apps, using them to create art with an Apple Pencil, or just something to stop them getting bored on car journeys, iPads can be a godsend. Choosing the right one can feel a bit daunting. After all, don’t they all do the same things? What’s the difference between the normal iPad and the iPad Air? Is an iPad mini too small or just perfect? Well, we’re here to simplify things so you can be sure you’re buying the right one. In this article, we reveal our top choices of iPads for kids, and share advice on whether you should buy an iPad for a child, if you need cellular, and how much storage you should get. Read on for more information. We also have a roundup of the best iPhones for kids if you want to immerse them fully in the Apple world as they grow up. Best iPad for kids and toddlers At the time of writing, Apple offers four categories of iPad, the iPad, iPad mini, iPad Air and iPad Pro. We wouldn’t recommend the iPad Pro for children, as you’d just be paying quite sizeable amounts for performance and compatibility features that they just won’t need. The standard iPad and iPad mini range offer plenty of scope and power for younger users, and the iPad Air will satisfy the more demanding teen. Our advice is to stick with those and ignore the Pros. When it comes to older students though, it’s a potentially different argument, but the good news is you can put that off for a few years and save up for the more expensive iPad in the meantime. Speaking of savings, check out our round-up of the best iPad deals you can get on the whole range of iPads here: The best iPad deals. Here’s our advice on which iPad to choose when buying for a child. iPad Air (M3) – Best iPad for teens and tweens Pros Powerful Apple Intelligence Apple Pencil Pro Support Magic Keyboard accessory Cons Not cheap Might be overkill for smaller kids Price When Reviewed: $599 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $499.99 View Deal $542.17 View Deal $559 View Deal $599 View Deal $599 View Deal $599.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Why the iPad Air is a good choice: If your child is growing up and looking for something to help them with schoolwork (as well as playing the latest games) then the Air is a great package. Powered by the M3 chip that has also featured in recent versions of the MacBook Air, iMac and MacBook Pro, the iPad Air (which comes in 11-inch and 13-inch varieties) is a fast and very capable device. The M3 chip also means that the iPad Air can use Apple Intelligence (the company’s suite of AI-tools) which offers help with writing, looking up information about anything you put in front of the cameras, plus a range of other helpful features. You won’t have any problems running the latest apps on the iPad Air, and with up to 10 hours battery life for watching video on a single charge, long trips should be a bit more peaceful. At 460g/1.01lbs it’s a bit heavier than the iPad mini, but you get that large display. If the 11-inch model is still too small, then Apple also offers an iPad Air with a 13-inch screen. Both support the Apple Pencil (USB-C) and Apple Pencil Pro, making them great for note taking and artistic endeavours (see: Apple Pencils compared: Which Apple Pencil works with your iPad?). Plus there’s also the Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Air which can turn the device into a makeshift laptop – great if your kids are getting to the stage where they need to work on projects or essays. The cameras are solid (a 12MP wide on the rear and 12MP Centre Stage camera on the front) and can record up 4K at 60fps if you have an aspiring YouTube or TikTok star. Storage options are good, with the base-level 128GB possibly enough for most uses, but if you want to store loads of games, movies and music onboard then we recommend the 256GB, 512GB and 1TB capacities. The iPad Air comes in Blue, Space Grey, Purple, and Starlight. Read our full Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M3, 2025) review iPad mini (A17 Pro) – Best iPad for toddlers Pros Lightweight Powerful Apple Pencil Pro support Cons Smaller doesn’t mean cheaper Price When Reviewed: $499 (128GB; Wi-Fi only) | $599 (256GB; Wi-Fi only) | $799 (512GB; Wi-Fi only) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $469.36 View Deal $489 View Deal $489 View Deal $499 View Deal $499 View Deal $499.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Why the iPad mini is a good choice: There’s plenty of power and features packed into a diminutive frame that is perfect for small hands. Under the hood, there’s an A17 Pro driving things, this processor is the lowest spec required to run Apple Intelligence features. If you are choosing between the iPad mini and cheaper iPad and are curious about Apple Intelligence, only the iPad mini, iPad Air and Pro will support it. Even if Apple Intelligence doesn’t peek your interest, the A17 Pro chip means there is no lack of power in this smaller iPad, ensuring the latest games and apps will absolutely fly on this device. It also has support for the Apple Pencil (USB C) or the Apple Pencil Pro, meaning your child can use if for doodling, creating art or note-taking at school when they get a bit older. The compact dimensions of 195.4mm x 134.8mm x 6.3mm at 297g make it small and lightweight, which can be easier for little ones to hold. There are also four different colors to choose from, including soft shades of Purple and Blue. While the iPad mini might be the smallest member of the family, with a 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display, don’t let that fool you. There’s plenty of power and features packed into the diminutive frame. The only negative is the price, which is a little higher than the bigger iPad, so it’s not quite as much of a bargain for kids. Read our full Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro) review iPad (A16, 11th Gen) – The iPad for under tens Pros Modern design 11-inch Liquid Retina Display USB-C for charging Vibrant colors Cons Display isn’t as good as on other models A16 processor doesn’t work with Apple Intelligence Price When Reviewed: $349 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $299 View Deal $299 View Deal $299.99 View Deal $349 View Deal $349 View Deal $349 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Why the iPad is a good choice: It’s offers a good size screen with good-enough performance for gaming, video and apps, but the best thing about the iPad A16 is its low price. Apple fits the 11th-gen iPad with an A16 processor, which is the same tech that powered the iPhone 14 Pro models as well as the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus. While it’s a capable bit of silicon, it doesn’t meet the requirements to support Apple Intelligence. So if Apple’s new AI-tools are something you really want — or think you may want in the future — then this isn’t the model for you. That being said, the A16 chip will still provide decent performance for playing games, streaming video content, and running educational apps. If you want more of a laptop experience, you can use the iPad with Apple’s Magic Keyboard Folio case. You can also pair it with a third-party Bluetooth keyboard and mouse if you don’t fancy Apple’s premium pricing. Check out our roundup of the Best iPad Keyboards for some excellent options. As with the previous standard iPad models, the 11-inch display isn’t laminated, meaning there is a slight air gap between the glass and the display beneath. This is a minor thing and probably won’t even be something you notice, unless you use an Apple Pencil often, in which case you’ll probably experience a very slight lag as you write. This model doesn’t support the Apple Pencil Pro, so if you want to doodle and draw then the best option is the 1st generation Apple Pencil (which is pressure sensitive). The Apple Pencil USB C isn’t pressure sensitive) so it’s better suited to handwriting practice. The iPad comes in four bright, bold colors (Blue, Pink, Yellow, and Silver), so your child can pick one that reflects their personality or just the one with the hues they like the most. Read our full Apple iPad (A16) review Why you should get an iPad for your child There’s been lots of research published about how much screen time our kids should be allowed. Some might argue that kids shouldn’t be exposed to screens at such a young age. We would suggest that while sticking them in front of an iPad rather than interacting with them probably isn’t great, and that Disney+ shouldn’t really be babysitting your kids for hours on end, if it allows you a few minutes of peace to make dinner then fair enough. Of course, we all know that once a child has an iPad it can be hard to stop them watching YouTube video or playing Geometry Dash, but that is where Apple’s Parental Controls come in, with tools for Screen Time Management and allowing you to approve downloads. These concerns aside, there are many reasons why you should be confident about getting an iPad for your kids to use. There are, after all, many other tablets on the market, most of which are cheaper than the iPad. So, if you are looking for some reassurance on is whether the iPad is the best option for your child, here are a few compelling reasons: Educational Opportunities: Apple’s App Store is full of high-quality educational apps and games designed for toddlers, school-aged children, and teens. These apps can support your child’s homework and aid their creativity and learning. Another bonus is that your iPhone apps will be available on your iPad too and vice versa. Creative Fuel: If your child loves art, an Apple Pencil can turn their iPad into a digital art studio. Fanatical about photography and video? Watch while your child becomes the next Spielberg recording and editing video on the iPad. Digital Natives: In a world where everything is dominated by technology we think that we owe it to our kids to make sure they are comfortable in that environment, hence the introduction of an iPad is good for their education. Ease of use: An iPad and the iPadOS software is easy to use, especially if your child is familiar with your iPhone. Navigation is via the touch screen, which feels intuitive. For really young children, who might find the controls difficult to use, there is a guided access option that you can set up. FAQ 1. Do kids need a cellular iPad? You can get an iPad that is capable of connecting to the internet when you aren’t near Wi-Fi via its own SIM card. That may sound like something that would be useful when on a long car journey, but it’s really not necessary as you can easily Hotspot from your iPhone to share your internet connection to the iPad. A cellular capable iPad not only costs more (an extra $150/£150), it will also have additional monthly contract costs associated with it. We’d suggest that money was better spent on upgrading the storage, or getting a better iPad. Even if you can’t share the connection from your iPhone the iPad will still function perfectly well away from the internet, with most apps working offline, plus you can download movies to the device when heading on a long trip. 2. How much storage do kids need? Is 128GB enough? Until the launch of the 2025 iPad Apple still sold a 64GB model, which we felt wasn’t an adequate amount of storage so our advice was to get an iPad with more storage. The good news is that when Apple updated the iPad in 2025 It removed the 64GB model from the line up and now all all of the iPads mentioned above offer a 128GB SSD or more. Our advice still remains the same. If you are considering a used iPad, or a refurbished model, or you see one of the older models still on sale do not be tempted by a 64GB model. For long trips, you might want to download lots of movies, TV shows, or games to entertain the kids in the car or on the plane. If you do this the storage will quickly fill up, so more storage is better. Our advice is get as much storage as you can, 128GB may be sufficient if you also pay monthly for the iCloud family plan (2TB a month can be shared between the family for $9.99/£8.99 a month). See iCloud prices. 3. What age is an iPad appropriate It’s less about the iPad and more about what’s on it. There is a reason why some apps have age restrictions, abide by them. Set up an iPad with parental controls and with care to note what your child does with it. Obviously, avoid any apps where they may come in to contact with people who aren’t who they say they are, and take measures to avoid any chance of cyber bullying. All of these things are likely to be concerns, along with whether you think that your child can manage their time on the device. There is, therefore, on correct answer to this question. It depends not just on their age, but their level of maturity. As a guide, we think that the following benefits can outweigh some of the concerns. Toddlers and pre school children: While we understand the attractiveness of having Bluey on demand, there are apps designed for interactive learning rather than passive consumption. Just keep in mind that before the age of two children benefit most from social interaction. Under ten: The combination of educational apps, access to coding tools like Scratch, and the ability to create digital art makes the iPad a useful tool for learning and creativity. Tweens and teens: The iPad will support your child with school projects and content creation. 4. How much screen time is safe Up until the age of five it is best to limit iPad use to an hour or less a day, and you should try to engage with what they are watching. Up until the age of 12 around two hours a day is probably a good limit, but it is likely that this will stretch to more if they have home work. The thing to watch for with teens is if they are spending much more time in front of the screen and less time offline doing ‘real world’ activities. If they are showing signs of addition to the screen, their behaviour is being affected by over use of the device, or it is disrupting their sleep, put restrictions on it. The important thing is that watching an iPad should not be affecting your child’s quality and quantity of sleep. If they are staying up past bedtime watching an iPad that is less than ideal. What is achieved during the time spent on the device matters too, one hour watching YouTube gamers is not equivalent to an hour learning French with Duolingo. 5. Which iPad is most durable/kid-proof iPads can get broken, even the toughened glass on the screen can smash. To mitigate this we suggest putting the iPad in a case – you can get durable cases designed with kids in mind. We also recommend buying a cheaper iPad so that it is easier to replace down the road if it does get broken. That said, iPads are pretty hardy. They do have good build quality and you can get the screen repaired if it does get broken (at a cost). How much does the iPad cost The iPad Air 11-inch is available in the following configurations: 128GB – $599/£599 256GB – $699/£699 512GB – $899/£899 1TB – $1,099/£1,099 If you want the larger iPad Air 13-inch, then these are the models available: 128GB – $799/£799 256GB – $899/£899 512GB – $1,099/£1,099 1TB – $1,299/£1,299 The iPad mini is available in these configurations: 128GB – $499/£499 256GB – $599/£599 512GB – $799/£799 The standard iPad is the cheapest iPad available and starts at: 128GB – $349/£329 256GB – $449/£429 512GB – $649/£629 The cellular models of each iPad cost $150/£150 more than the non-cellular versions. Is there education pricing for iPads? If those prices seem a bit high, then it’s worth noting that higher education students get a discount, but not school aged children. You can see more about that and our current recommendations in our Best iPads for Students roundup as well as best iPad deals to see if you can find a bargain. Should I buy a refurbished iPad? If you don’t mind dipping into the second-hand or refurbished market, then you can get some great deals on older models. Apple has it’s own refurbished store on which you can find recent models available for around 15% off their retail price. These all come with the same 1-year warranty as brand-new items, but without the hefty cost. Over the years we’ve bought several refurbished models from Apple and all have been as good as new. You can also look to third-party vendors, most of which have the same warranties and money-back guarantees so you don’t feel like you’re taking a risk on a pre-owned device. For more information regarding buying a used or refurbished iPad read: Why a refurbished iPad could be the best tablet for you. A refurbished model could be a great and cost-effective way to start your little ones out on their technological adventures. If you have older children, then take a look at our guide to the best iPads for students.02:15 pmI ditched Finder on my Mac for this app, and I’m not going back
Forget about the Mac's default file manager. With a multi-pane design and advanced features, the Bloom app is a fantastic Finder replacement. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:15 pmiPhone Driver's License Feature in Apple Wallet App Now Live in Illinois
In select U.S. states, residents can add a driver's license or state ID to Apple's Wallet app on the iPhone and Apple Watch, providing a convenient and contactless way to display proof of identity or age at select airports and businesses, and in select apps. After being announced yesterday, the feature is now live in Illinois. Apple Wallet IDs are accepted at TSA checkpoints in more than 250 airports, including O'Hare and Midway in Chicago. They can also be used to show proof of age or identity at select businesses and venues, but there is no list of specific locations. To set up the feature, open the Wallet app and tap on the plus sign in the top-right corner. Next, select Driver's License and ID Cards and follow the steps. Apple says the feature requires an iPhone 8 or later running iOS 16.5 or later, or an Apple Watch Series 4 or later running watchOS 9.5 or later. The feature is also available in Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Maryland, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, West Virginia, and Puerto Rico. Japan's My Number Card can be added to Apple Wallet too. Apple previously said Connecticut, Kentucky, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Utah plan to offer the feature in the future, but it did not provide timeframes.Tag: Apple WalletThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:07 pmThe Cloudflare Outage May Be a Security Roadmap
An intermittent outage at Cloudflare on Tuesday briefly knocked many of the Internet's top destinations offline. Some affected Cloudflare customers were able to pivot away from the platform temporarily so that visitors could still access their websites. But security experts say doing so may have also triggered an impromptu network penetration test for organizations that have come to rely on Cloudflare to block many types of abusive and malicious traffic.02:02 pmApple earns 23 Children’s & Family Emmy Award nominations
Apple was honored with 23 nominations across eight programs for the 4th Annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, with nods for series… The post Apple earns 23 Children’s & Family Emmy Award nominations appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:02 pmUpgrade your daily routine with the 2025 App Store finalists
On Wednesday, Apple recognized 45 apps and games across its entire ecosystem of devices that shape how people create, play, and stay organized.Apple announced the finalists for its 2025 awards to honor developersThe company released its list of finalists for the 2025 App Store Awards on Wednesday. Apple's editorial team selected each finalist for design quality, useful features, and cultural or technical impact.Winners will be announced in the coming weeks, but this group already shows where the Apple ecosystem is heading. The App Store Awards have become a yearly snapshot of what Apple values in software. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:00 pmHere are the 2025 App Store Awards finalists
As we approach the end of 2025, Apple is gearing up to unveil the winners of the 2025 App Store Awards. As part of that process, Apple today announced the 45 finalists for the App Store Awards. The nominations span a wide range of categories. Head below for the full list. more…02:00 pmApple Names 2025 App Store Awards Finalists Across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and More
Apple today shared its 2025 App Store award finalists, recognizing 45 standout apps and games selected by the App Store editorial team. "We're thrilled to celebrate the App Store Award finalists, a diverse and talented group of developers from around the globe," said Carson Oliver, Apple's head of App Store Worldwide. "Their commitment to excellence is an inspiration, resulting in experiences that empowered users to tap into their creativity, achieve more through technical innovations, and discover new adventures through the world of gameplay." Apple selected top games and apps for each of its platforms, along with the best Apple Arcade titles. There's also a category recognizing apps that had a cultural impact by fostering greater understanding and giving users more ways to interact with their communities. Finalists are listed below. iPhone App of the Year BandLab LADDER Tiimo iPhone Game of the Year Capybara Go! Pokémon TCG Pocket Thronefall iPad App of the Year Detail Graintouch Structured iPad Game of the Year DREDGE Infinity Nikki Prince of Persia Lost Crown Mac App of the Year Acorn Essayist Under My Roof Mac Game of the Year Assassin's Creed Shadows Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition Neva Apple Arcade Game of the Year Katamari Damacy Rolling LIVE PGA Tour Pro Golf WHAT THE CLASH? Apple Vision Pro App of the Year Camo Studio D-Day: The Camera Soldier Explore POV Apple Vision Pro Game of the Year Fishing Haven Gears & Goo Porta Nubi Apple Watch App of the Year GO Club Pro Camera by Moment Strava Apple TV App of the Year HBO Max PBS KIDS Video Super Farming Boy 4K Cultural Impact Finalists Art of Fauna A Space for the Unbound Be My Eyes Chants of Sennaar despelote Focus Friend Is This Seat Taken? Retro StoryGraph Venba Whoscall Yuka The winner in each category will be announced in the coming weeks. More information about each app can be found on Apple's website.Tag: App StoreThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:44 pmPSA for Apple fans: It’s time to update your keyboard and trackpad
Macworld If you’ve got an Apple keyboard or trackpad, the company may have a surprise in store for you. Yes, it’s time for another batch of mysterious firmware updates. As reported by MacRumors analyst Aaron Perris, Apple this week released four updates for various peripherals and accessories: Firmware version 1.4.84 for the 140W USB-C Power Adapter Version 3.1.9 for the Magic Keyboard (USB-C; both with and without numeric keypad) Version 3.1.9 for the Magic Trackpad (USB-C) Version 3.1.8 for the Magic Trackpad 2 Perris refers to the updates as “major,” even putting this word in capitals, but you can take that with a healthy dose of sarcasm. Partly because software updates for keyboards and trackpads (let alone a power adapter) can hardly be thrilling, and partly because, as is usually the case with Apple’s firmware updates, the company itself hasn’t said what they contain. That isn’t to say that these updates aren’t worth having. Accessory firmware rarely gets new versions, so these could contain as much as a year’s worth of important fixes, security updates, and performance tweaks. Unlike operating system updates, such as iOS 26, accessory firmware updates don’t need to be actively installed by the user. The next time your keyboard, trackpad, or power adapter is connected to a device running one of Apple’s operating systems, it should update automatically.01:43 pmSo which design do you prefer, 1 or 2? Thanks!
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