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- 11:31 pmBlackmagic's camera for Apple Vision Pro content is now available for $30K
Blackmagic's URSA Cine Immersive camera for Apple Vision Pro content can now be ordered, if you have $30,000. Here's what it can do, and who it's for.Blackmagic's URSA Cine immersive camera is here.Announced back in June 2024, the high-end camera was presented as an end-to-end workflow for the Apple Immersive Video format used by the Apple Vision Pro. Apple Immersive Video delivers 8K 3D video with a 180-degree field of view, along with support for Spatial Audio.With the Apple Vision Pro, Apple delivered immersive 3D video experiences, giving wearers the chance to re-live their favorite moments with the help of formats such as Spatial Video. Exclusive content, in a special format called Apple Immersive Video, is also offered on the headset. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:31 pmSecurity Bite Podcast: Atomic Stealer is blurring the line between infostealers and trojans on Mac | 9 to 5 MacSecurity Bite Podcast: Atomic Stealer is blurring the line between infostealers and trojans on Mac
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. In this episode, I break down what I think is the most significant finding from Jamf’s latest Security 360 report: trojan malware now accounting for over 50% of all Mac malware detections. This is up from roughly 17% just a year prior and beats out infostealers for the number one spot. But its not as simple as trojans are just getting popular… It basically comes down to one malware family, Atomic Stealer (shocker), which is now simultaneously sitting at the top of both the trojan and infostealer categories. That dual classification is reshaping how we should think about the Mac threat landscape, because the old lines between malware categories I think are blurring. more…11:00 pmApple AI Glasses Will Rival Meta's With Several Styles, Oval Cameras
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple is developing display-free AI smart glasses aimed at rivaling Meta's Ray-Bans, with multiple frame styles, a distinctive oval camera design, and tight iPhone integration. "The idea is to unveil the product at the end of 2026 or early the following year, with the actual release coming in 2027," writes Gurman. From the report: Like Meta's offering, Apple's glasses will be designed to handle everyday uses: capturing photos and videos, syncing with a smartphone for editing and sharing, handling phone calls, listening to notifications, playing music, and enabling hands-free interaction via a voice assistant. In Apple's case, that assistant will be a significantly upgraded Siri coming in iOS 27. The glasses are part of a broader, three-pronged AI wearables strategy that also includes new AirPods and a camera-equipped pendant. Each device is designed to leverage computer vision to interpret the user's surroundings and feed contextual awareness into Siri and Apple Intelligence. That will enable features like improved turn-by-turn map directions and visual reminders. When Apple typically enters a new product category, it offers clear advantages over what's currently available. We saw this with the original iPod, iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch -- and, even though it was a flop, the Vision Pro. That approach won't be as obvious with Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone, but we should see it on full display with the glasses. According to employees working on the project, Apple's strategy is to outdo competitors by tightly integrating the glasses with the iPhone and offering a higher-end build. While Meta relies heavily on partner EssilorLuxottica SA for frames, Apple is unsurprisingly planning to go at it alone in terms of design. That also should set it apart from Alphabet Inc.'s Google and Samsung Electronics Co., which are leaning on Warby Parker. Apple's design team has whipped up at least four different styles and plans to launch some or all of them, I'm told, as well as many color options. The latest units are made from a high-end material called acetate, which is known to be more durable and luxurious than the standard plastic used by many brands. Here are the designs in testing: - A large rectangular frame, reminiscent of Ray-Ban Wayfarers - A slimmer rectangular design, similar to the glasses worn by Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook - Larger oval or circular frames - A smaller, more refined oval or circular option Read more of this story at Slashdot.10:39 pmMagSafe Monday: Is a suction cup the best way to secure your MagSafe desk charger?
I have tested dozens of MagSafe iPhone desk chargers, and a lot of them suffer from the same super-annoying flaw. Unless they are made of solid steel and weigh five pounds, they slide all over your desk when you try to grab your iPhone or tap the screen to check a notification. You’ll often have to hold the base down with one hand while pulling the iPhone off with the other. Scosche decided to tackle this problem in a completely different way with its new Qi2 home and office mount. Instead of relying on heavy metal bases, it uses a heavy-duty suction cup to securely attach to your desk or counter. more…09:46 pmiCloud backups targeted in hack-for-hire operation using fake Apple pages
A new investigation shows that hackers are still relying on old tricks to break into iPhones and Android devices. Here are the details. more…09:41 pmGet 88 hours of AI cybersecurity training for less than $20
The 2026 AI Security & Cybersecurity Expert Bundle delivers 88 hours of training on AI, ethical hacking and real-world defense skills. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)09:35 pmHow is this not an API? (Address Lookup with Autocomplete and smart suggestions) | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingHow is this not an API? (Address Lookup with Autocomplete and smart suggestions)
Is the only option really that we all have to build this from scratch? I’d like to present my users with a familiar location/address search UI Surely this is a very common thing for iOS apps to make use of? submitted by /u/Portatort [link] [comments]09:22 pmiPhone Fold limbo: both delayed & still coming in 2026
A new report has jumped on the bandwagon of announcing iPhone Fold delays, though it also asserts that the device will still arrive before the end of the year.iPhone Fold could still be revealed on time, even if manufacturing is delayedThe rumor mill has been churning at a rapid pace after news of a potential iPhone Fold delay appeared. However, different sources can't agree on exactly how long the delay might be.A new report from Digitimes hopes to clarify things with information from its sources. It confirms that mass production of iPhone Fold could be delayed by as much as two months, but that won't affect the launch by much. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:51 pmiOS 26 boarding passes now available for American Airlines flights
American Airlines has now become the latest company to take advantage of the revamped boarding pass system in the iOS 26 update.American Airlines now supports the revamped iOS 26 boarding pass system.At WWDC 2025, Apple revealed that upgraded boarding passes, with support for Live Activities and real-time flight information, would make their way to the Apple Wallet app with iOS 26. Improved support for tracking luggage with AirTags and Find My, along with maps data for airports, was touted as well.Since then, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines have rolled out support for the iOS 26 boarding pass system, and now American Airlines has followed suit. The American Airlines iOS app was recently updated, and its release notes detail the upgraded boarding pass experience. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:44 pmiPhone Fold Production Pushed Back, But Fall 2026 Launch Still on Track
Production on the iPhone Fold is behind schedule, but the device is still slated to launch in fall 2026, reports DigiTimes. The site says that production has been pushed back by "roughly one to two months," but Apple has not communicated any launch delays to suppliers. Apple is still planning for a 2026 launch, which suggests a tighter production schedule. Apple planned to begin iPhone Fold mass production in June 2026, but mass production has now slipped to early August. Some rumors have suggested that Apple is having more manufacturing problems than expected with the Engineering Validation Test phase that the iPhone Fold is in right now, but other rumors suggest that won't lead to delays. Last week, Japanese site Nikkei said that the engineering delays could cause Apple to delay the launch of the iPhone Fold until 2027, but Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said the iPhone Fold remains on track to launch "around the same time" or "soon after" the iPhone 18 Pro models in September 2026. DigiTimes' report reconciles the two separate launch timing rumors, indicating that there is indeed a delay in the test phase, but Apple may be able to make up ground during the mass production phase. Prior to mass production, the iPhone Fold will still need to go through Design Validation Testing and Production Validation Testing. A delay in the mass production timeline could cause serious supply chain shortages, and iPhone Fold availability is likely to be constrained. When we hear rumors about launch issues this early in an iPhone cycle, it typically leads to severe launch shortages and a device that sells out in minutes during pre-orders. The iPhone Fold is expected to cost between $2,000 and $2,500. It will be Apple's first foldable device, with a 5.5-inch display when closed and a 7.8-inch display when open. More about the device can be found in our iPhone Fold roundup.Related Roundup: iPhone FoldTags: DigiTimes, Foldable iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:20 pmApple Japan launches fun new App Store spring campaign with local artists
Apple’s marketing efforts have been on a tear lately. While the MacBook Neo campaign has been getting most of the attention, a new spring campaign in Japan has been promoting the App Store with fun commissioned ads. Watch them below. more…08:15 pmIncreased KV latency and timeouts
Apr 13, 20:15 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is aware of and investigating an issue impacting a subset of KV API requests, resulting in increased latency and timeouts. Workers using Assets are also experiencing errors. This does not impact KV through the binding.08:14 pmI built an open-source iOS companion for agentic coding that syncs with your desktop environment and launches changes directly on your phone | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI built an open-source iOS companion for agentic coding that syncs with your desktop environment and launches changes directly on your phone
You can find it here https://github.com/michaelhitzker/anywhere Would love to hear your thoughts, or what I can improve! Some behind the scenes stuff: The iOS Anywhere app connects to a macos bridge app which relays/syncs your chats with your local T3 Code instance. Why T3 Code? It's an open source UI for agentic coding. I'd have […]08:04 pmApple TV is about to have three top-tier shows airing all at once
Apple TV has a big summer ahead with the return of Ted Lasso, Dark Matter, and more, but the streamer’s current lineup is compelling too, and will get even more so later this week. more…08:01 pm‘Apple’s true achievement is the culture Steve Jobs instilled’ – Gene Munster
Longtime Apple analyst Gene Munster has obsessed about all things Apple for more than 20 years. When asked for Apple’s defining achievement… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:59 pmAmerican Airlines Now Supports iOS 26's Revamped Wallet Boarding Passes
American Airlines is now supporting the enhanced boarding pass feature that Apple added in iOS 26. The app's latest update says boarding passes in the Wallet app feature an updated look with Apple Maps integration, destination guides, and luggage tracking capabilities. Apple revamped boarding passes in iOS 26 to make them more useful to passengers who are using their iPhones for flights in lieu of a paper boarding pass. Boarding passes have maps for navigating through airports, an option to tap into Find My to track items equipped with AirTags, and tools for reporting missing bags to airlines. From American Airlines: Your boarding pass has a new look with more at your fingertips, like Apple Maps, destination guides, and quick shortcuts to the app. You can also track your luggage and open Find My right from your pass. Airlines are need to opt in to the new boarding passes and update their apps with support. United Airlines, Air Canada, and Southwest already have the enhanced boarding passes. Delta briefly added support, but removed it shortly after. Apple also implemented Live Activities support for airlines so users can get real-time updates on a flight in iOS 26, but it is not clear if American Airlines is supporting that feature based on the app's release notes. Back in June 2025, Apple said American Airlines was one of the airlines that would add support for the refreshed boarding passes. Other airlines listed included Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, Jetstar, Lufthansa Group, Qantas, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and Virgin Australia. American Airlines has also supported the Find My lost luggage tracking feature since February 2025. In iOS 18, Apple worked with airlines to make it easier for airline employees to locate lost baggage using AirTags.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tag: American AirlinesRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:42 pmApple Maps ads inch closer to release with iOS 26.5 beta 2
Ads will soon make their way to Apple Maps, with the latest iOS 26.5 developer beta offering additional insight into how they'll work.iOS 26.5 beta 2 includes a new splash screen for Apple Maps ads.Following multiple rumors of advertisements coming to Apple Maps, the change was officially confirmed on March 24. With Monday's iOS 26.5 developer beta, Apple has now taken the first step towards bringing ads to the iPhone's built-in Maps app.The software update contains a new splash screen detailing the key aspects of Apple Maps ads. "Maps may show local ads based on your approximate location, current search terms, or view of the map while you search," reads the screen. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:30 pmiOS 26.4 upgraded one of my most-used Control Center features in a big way
iOS 26.4 is the latest iPhone update, headlined by many new features in Apple Music. There’s also a music-related improvement to Control Center in iOS 26.4: Shazam song recognition will now work even when you’re offline. more…07:18 pmIs it possible to deep link to a reminders list?
I know it is possible to deep link from your app to reminders in general, but I have not found a way to link to a specific list (not smart list). submitted by /u/nolando_fuzzy [link] [comments]06:42 pmiOS 26.5 beta 2 is here, but is light on new features
Macworld The 26.4 updates brought with them a number of improvements across the various operating systems and Apple’s included apps. But they didn’t bring the expected, long overdue improvements to Siri: A new foundation model, on-screen awareness, personal context, and actions across apps. Recent rumors make it seem unlikely that those things will appear before the big OS 27 updates in the fall, for which Apple is targeting even bigger Apple Intelligence upgrades. There was some hope that some of those features might ship in iOS 26.5, but the beta doesn’t include any Siri changes at all. We probably won’t see any Siri improvements until WWDC in June. Updated April 13, 2026: Apple has released the second beta of iOS and iPadOS 26, along with watchOS, tvOS, visionOS, and others. What’s new in iOS 26.5 New subscription options: App developers might have new options for subscriptions with Apple’s in-app-purchases system. Specifically, they can offer monthly billing with a 12-month commitment. Suggested Places in maps: Along with preparing for ads in Maps coming this summer, Apple is adding Suggested Places (which will also eventually include paid placement). RCS encryption: Once again, Apple has enabled end-to-end encryption for messages with Android users, but it’s unclear whether this will make it into the final release. iOS 26.5 beta: How to install If you want to test the iOS 26 beta releases but are not a registered developer, follow these steps: Click Sign Up on the Apple Beta page and register with your Apple ID. Log in to the Beta Software Program. Click Enroll your iOS device. Open the Settings app, tap General, then Software Update. In the Beta Updates section, select the iOS Public Beta. It may take a few moments after registering for the beta option to appear in Software Update. iOS 26.5: How to install the developer beta You’ll need to be registered as an Apple developer, but a free developer account will do. You can get one via Xcode or the Apple Developer app in iOS. Here’s how to do it via the Apple Developer app: Download the Apple Developer App from the App Store. Open the app. Tap on Account. Sign in using your usual Apple ID. Find out everything you need to know about iOS 26 in our iOS 26 superguide.06:30 pmWarren Buffett reveals the real reason why Berkshire cut its Apple stake in half
Berkshire Hathaway has sold well over half of its stake in Apple in recent years, significantly reducing the tech giant’s weight in its… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:26 pmSave on Apple’s Silicone, Clear and TechWoven cases for iPhone 17 lineup
Don’t miss big savings on official Apple cases to protect your new iPhone 17. There are many designs and colors to choose. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:21 pmiOS 26.5 beta 2 gives Apple Maps a new ads popup
iOS 26.5 beta 2 arrived today, and with it Apple Maps has gained a new popup regarding the forthcoming rollout of ads. Here are the details. more…06:09 pmApple Maps Ads Move Closer to Launch With iOS 26.5 Beta 2
With the second beta of iOS 26.5, Apple is continuing to prepare for ads in the Apple Maps app. There's a new splash screen in the app that says it will display ads based on approximate location, current search terms, or a view of the map when searching. Ads will also be shown in the "Suggested Places" section that was added in the first beta. Apple says that advertising information is not linked to an Apple Account to preserve user privacy, so ads viewed and interacted with will not be associated with an Apple Account. Data is not collected or stored by Apple and not shared with third parties, according to Apple. Signs of ads in the Maps app were spotted in the first beta, but iOS 26.5 testers could start seeing ads with the second beta. It's not yet clear if Apple has just implemented the splash screen, or if ads are going to begin showing up in the near future. Apple announced plans to introduce ads for the Maps app back in March, with ads set to roll out to the public "this summer." Apple plans to include ads in the Maps app on iPhone, iPad, and Mac in the United States and Canada. Ads in Apple Maps will have an "Ad" label, much like ads in the App Store.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tag: Apple MapsRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:59 pmIs SwiftUI finally as fast as UIKit in iOS 26?
submitted by /u/jacobs-tech-tavern [link] [comments]05:47 pmBiggest US airline adds support for iOS 26 boarding passes in Wallet
As part of iOS 26, Apple launched a revamped experience for airline boarding passes in Apple Wallet. As of today, this feature is now supported by all four of the biggest airlines in the United States. Delta, United, and Southwest all rolled out support for the new iOS 26 boarding pass experience last year. Now, American Airlines has officially followed suit by supporting key new boarding pass features in Apple Wallet. more…05:40 pmApple removes old Pages, Numbers, and Keynote apps from Mac App Store
Macworld Apple has simplified their Mac productivity software lineup by removing its old free productivity apps, leaving only the versions that are compatible with the new Creator Studio subscription. When Apple introduced Creator Studio, it updated the iOS and iPadOS apps to be compatible with the new subscription. On the Mac, however, new versions of all the apps were introduced, with new icons, while the old versions still remained. You could download the old Final Cut Pro, Pages, Keynote, Numbers, etc. or you could download new versions that work with Creator Studio. Now, for the free apps Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, Apple has removed the versions, leaving only those that are compatible with Creator Studio. To be clear: the Creator Studio compatible versions are still totally free, and you can still do everything you used to do with the older free apps. But they will nag you to subscribe to Creator Studio to get access to additional features like more templates and AI-powered capabilities. If you have previously downloaded Pages, Numbers, or Keynote on your Mac you will be able to find them in your Mac apps history (click your profile picture in the lower left) if you want to download them again, but you can expect they won’t be updated any longer. The paid Mac apps Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and Pixelmator Pro are still listed on the App Store–both in their current paid forms and in the subscription-required Creator Studio versions.05:32 pmTesting of second iOS 26.5, macOS 26.5 developer beta builds now underway
Apple is now on its second round of developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleThe second developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 replace the first, which arrived on March 30. However, Apple re-released the developer beta for iOS 26.5 on March 24, with a new build number.iOS 26.5 build 2 is 23F5054h, replacing 23F5043k Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:23 pmApple Watch Series 11 Hits $100 Off Nearly Every Aluminum Model on Amazon
Amazon this week has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This sale includes nearly every aluminum model of the Series 11 on sale at a record low price. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $299.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $329.00, down from $429.00. On Amazon, you'll find four of both the 42mm and 46mm GPS models on sale at these all-time low prices. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 If you're shopping for cellular models, you can find record low prices on multiple models this week on Amazon. The 42mm cellular Apple Watch Series 11 has hit $399.00, down from $499.00, and the 46mm cellular model has hit $429.00, down from $529.00. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm Cell) for $399.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm Cell) for $429.00 Head to our full Deals Roundup to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over 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 forums05:15 pmBookends 15.3.2
Reference management tool adds a new AppleScript command to sync a library. ($74.99 new, free update, 128.9 MB, macOS 11+)05:14 pmOmniFocus 4.8.9
Maintenance update with improvements and bug fixes for the task management app. ($74.99 new, free update, 40.4 MB, macOS 14+)05:14 pmAudio Hijack 4.5.7
Brings user interface updates to the full-featured audio recording app. ($64 new, free update, 27.7 MB, macOS 14.4+)05:12 pmOld iWork apps are now gone, Creator Studio iWork apps are still free
On April 13, Apple stopped providing downloads for the previous versions of Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. Instead, download the Creator Studio versions of the apps that are still free.iWork icons of both generationsApple's introduction of the Creator Studio brought with it new versions of the iWork suite to match. The new apps, designed to work better with the Creator Studio subscription, were provided while still allowing users to acquire the previous version of the apps.However, as of April 13, 2026 and spotted by @Aaronp613 on X, users attempting to acquire Pages, Keynote, or Numbers for macOS or iPadOS will not be able to get the non-Creator Studio versions. Checking the App Store and the Mac App Store, only the updated Creator Studio editions are available, with the old versions not shown in searches. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:12 pmiPadOS 26.5 beta 2 now available, plus watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, more
Apple has just released new betas. Developer beta 2 is now available for iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and more. more…05:10 pmApple TV flick ‘Outcome,’ starring Keanu Reeves, is ‘awkward, clumsily maudlin, and shot like a fever dream’ – NYT | Mac Daily NewsApple TV flick ‘Outcome,’ starring Keanu Reeves, is ‘awkward, clumsily maudlin, and shot like a fever dream’ – NYT
Apple TV's “Outcome” is a dark comedy that centers on Reef Hawk (Keanu Reeves), a beloved Hollywood star who must dive into the depths… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:08 pmApple Seeds Second iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 Betas to Developers
Apple today seeded the second betas of upcoming iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming two weeks after Apple released updated first betas. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 do not include new Siri capabilities, suggesting any Siri updates are being held until iOS 27. The Maps app has a Suggested Places feature for recommending locations to visit nearby based on trends and recent searches, plus Apple is laying the groundwork for ads in the Apple Maps app. Apple is continuing to test end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages between iPhone and Android users. Apple included the feature in the iOS 26.4 beta, but removed it before the update launched to the public. In the European Union, Apple is testing proximity pairing, notification forwarding, and Live Activities for third-party wearables like earbuds and smartwatches. The functionality will allow third-party wearables to have many of the same features as the Apple Watch and AirPods. More detail on what's new in iOS 26.5 can be found in our iOS 26.5 beta features guide.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:07 pmSecond macOS Tahoe 26.5 Beta Now Available for Developers
Apple today provided the second beta of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.5 update to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming two weeks after the first beta. Developers can download the macOS Tahoe 26.5 update by opening up the System Settings app, selecting the General category, and then choosing Software Update. Beta Updates will need to be enabled, and a free developer account is required. No new features were found in the first macOS Tahoe 26.5 beta, and it's likely the update primarily focuses on bug fixes and performance improvements.Related Roundup: macOS TahoeRelated Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:07 pmApple releases macOS 26.5 beta 2, here’s what to expect
Apple is rolling out the second wave of developer betas for macOS 26.5 and its counterparts. Here are the details. more…05:06 pmApple releases iOS 26.5 beta 2 for iPhone
Apple has released the second iOS 26.5 beta for developers. iOS 26.5 beta 2 follows two versions of the first beta. The second version became the first iOS 26.5 public beta. more…05:06 pmApple Releases Second watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5 and visionOS 26.5 Betas
Apple today provided developers with the second betas of upcoming watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and visionOS 26.5 betas for testing purposes. The software comes two weeks after Apple released the first betas for each platform. The software updates are available through the Settings app on each device, and because these are developer betas, a free developer account is required. There's no word on what's in the software as of yet. watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS often get few features in each new beta, with updates primarily focusing on bug fixes and performance improvements. Nothing new was found in the first betas. Related Roundups: Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, watchOS 26Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy), Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater, Apple Vision Pro, Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:54 pmIt might be really hard to get an iPhone Fold at launch
A new report from Digitimes today says that production of Apple’s upcoming iPhone Fold has hit a roadblock. According to “sources within the company’s supply chain,” mass production of the device has slipped from July to August of this year. Still, Apple is aiming to launch the iPhone Fold in 2026, as Bloomberg also reported last week … but it might be really hard to actually buy one. more…04:52 pmScheduled Maintenance: Duo Root Certificate Authority Bundle Replacement
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 13, 16:35 EDT - May 25, 09:00 EDTApr 13, 12:30 EDTScheduled - Maintenance Details :Duo will be performing a staged rollout to rotate its server certificates to a new Root Certificate Authority (CA) bundle. This process will occur globally across all Commercial and Federal deployments. Date and Time: April 1st, 16:00 UTC to April 10th, 00:00 UTCImpact:Updated Clients: Customers who have already updated their Duo software to the required versions will experience no service disruption.Outdated Clients: Effective April 15, 2026, major browsers and operating systems will no longer trust the DigiCert G1 root certificate. Consequently, Duo protected applications and integrations running unsupported versions will experience authentication failures such as Duo Push delivery issues or API errors. As this is a mandatory, device-level change, in order to prevent service disruptions, all systems must be updated to supported versions. Action RequiredPlease ensure your environment is running the required software versions to prevent service disruption. For a full list of required versions and technical guidance, please refer to our official documentation Data CentersRegion: Global (All Commercial and Federal deployments)Services: Duo Authentication ProxyDuo Mobile (Android & iOS)Duo API & SDKsDuo Universal PromptVarious Duo-developed and partner integrations (refer to Field Notice FN74372) We’re Here to HelpIf you have any questions or need assistance, please contact our support team. Thank you for your understanding and support04:52 pmAmazon launches $50 discount on iPad 11 for April
Amazon's April iPad 11 sale delivers prices from $299, with discounts of up to $259 off new and closeout models across the tablet line.Save $50 on Apple's iPad 11 A16 at Amazon.Amazon is kicking off this week with a return of a $50 discount on Apple's iPad 11 with the A16 chip in your choice of Blue, Pink, or Silver.Buy iPad 11 for $299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:44 pmMac Neo should be the follow up to the huge success of the MacBook Neo
Apple's Mac mini is in extremely short supply, under pressure because of demand for good AI hardware, and RAM shortages. M5 Mac minis are expected, but what about a MacBook Neo approach to a new Mac mini for people who want to get work done?Mockup of a Mac Neo, featuring a Mac mini chassis in Citrus color and with fewer portsBeyond having the components, Apple has all of the elements to make a "Mac Neo" Mac mini adjunct. There is proof of market demand, and proof in the company's own historical trends.Steve Jobs, for instance, famously introduced his quadrant of devices with pro and consumer laptops, and the pro and consumer desktops. Later he expanded it into a 2x3 array. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:44 pmThe Verge Hails Chrome’s Belated Vertical Tabs
David Pierce at The Verge makes the case for vertical browser tabs, echoing advice TidBITS has offered since 2023. Google Chrome users can now easily try them.Read original article04:36 pmApple removes old Pages, Keynote, Numbers apps for macOS
Apple has just made a change to its iWork lineup on the Mac, removing the old versions of Pages, Keynote, and Numbers from the App Store and leaving just the newer builds that support Apple Creator Studio. more…04:12 pm‘Apple Frames’ shortcut gets massive overhaul, new CLI for the Terminal
Federico Viticci at MacStories is out today with a major update to his Apple Frames shortcut that frames your screenshots with official Apple product bezels. Federico describes Apple Frames 4 as a “complete rethinking of the shortcut that is noticeably faster, updated to support all the latest Apple devices, and designed to support even more personalization options.” more…04:00 pmNo, Apple is not erasing Lebanese towns from Apple Maps
Claims spread rapidly over the weekend on X alleging that Apple had deliberately removed the names of numerous towns in Lebanon… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:43 pmToday in Apple history: Early iPad rumor gets Apple fans buzzing
On April 13, 2005, a sketchy early rumor suggested Apple was building a tablet computer. This first iPad rumor got the tech world buzzing. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:40 pmApple TV’s ‘The Husbands’: Joe Alwyn, Richard Gadd, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Joel Kinnaman, Daniel Ings, Bob Morley, and Fehinti Balogun to star with Juno Temple in A24 series | Mac Daily NewsApple TV’s ‘The Husbands’: Joe Alwyn, Richard Gadd, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Joel Kinnaman, Daniel Ings, Bob Morley, and Fehinti Balogun to star with Juno Temple in A24 series
Last April, Apple TV announced the new eight-episode comedic drama “The Husbands,” starring SAG and BAFTA Award winner Juno Temple… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:36 pmReport: Apple’s upcoming smartglasses to come in four different frame styles
Macworld A new report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman provides a bit more detail about Apple’s upcoming smartglasses. Gurman has reported earlier this year that the smartglasses are designed to compete with Meta AI glasses and similar devices. Gurman reports that Apple has four different frame designs in testing: A large rectangular frame, reminiscent of Ray-Ban Wayfarers Larger oval or circular frames A slimmer rectangular design, similar to the glasses worn by Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook A smaller, more refined oval or circular option Apple is also testing different finishes, such as black, light brown, and ocean blue, and the frames are made of acetate, which Gurman describes as “more durable and luxurious than the standard plastic.” The built-in cameras are said to be “vertically oriented oval lenses with surrounding lights,” a different shape from Meta’s circular cameras. Apple’s goal with the design is to make the glasses “instantly recognizable” as an Apple product. Meta AI glasses currently use frames by Ray-Ban and Oakley. Previous reports state that the smartglasses will work with an iPhone to let the user make phone calls, use Siri, take photos, and play music. The user interface will involve voice commands and a separate camera to provide the device an enviromental context. Apple is planning to announce the smartglasses by the end of this year, with a release date in early 2027, according to Gurman.03:32 pmDeals: AirPods Pro 3 $199, all Apple Watch Series 11 models $100 off, M4 MacBook Air clearance up to $300 off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: AirPods Pro 3 $199, all Apple Watch Series 11 models $100 off, M4 MacBook Air clearance up to $300 off, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by AirPods Pro 3 back at one of the lowest prices to date alongside Amazon knocking $100 off all Apple Watch Series 11 models with deals from $299. We also have the return of M4 MacBook Air clearance discounts at up to $300 off the launch prices on 15-inch models and the recently upgraded 32GB/1TB M5 MacBook Pro back to the Amazon low. Head below for a closer look and some notable accessory discounts as well. more…03:23 pmConfusing reports point to ‘deep red’ iPhone 18 Pro
Macworld Apple loves to mark the launch of a new iPhone with a new color finish. For one thing, in the absence of significant design changes, giving customers the option to rock a color that wasn’t available last year is a great way for them to show off that they’ve got the latest hardware. Cosmic Orange was a big hit for the iPhone 17 Pro in 2025, so we’re all keen to find out what Apple has planned for fall 2026. As of the latest round of reports, the front runner for that honor looks to be red. Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman has said as much for months; near the end of February he predicted a “deep red” iPhone 18 Pro, potentially sitting alongside the popular Cosmic Orange finish. As he noted at the time, red and orange are close on the color wheel and Apple might worry about the two options cannibalising each other’s sales. But that could be offset by the red being much darker than the very bright and bold orange. At the time Gurman emphasised that the arrival of a red iPhone 18 Pro was a likely but not a guaranteed outcome, because color choices don’t need to be decided as far out from launch as more structural elements such as component choices and chassis design. But his prediction has now been bolstered by corroboration from another source, albeit one that raises as many questions as answers. A leaker who goes by the handle Digital Chat Station published a Weibo post (via 9to5Mac) this past weekend claiming that the 18 Pro “will most likely come in a deep red color.” Straightforward enough, except for the rationale given in the second half of the sentence: the leaker bases the prediction on the fact they have “seen prototypes of this color for the next generation of flagship Android phones.” It’s no secret that Android makers frequently follow Apple’s lead in matters of design–in January last year, we wrote about all the borrowings at Samsung’s Galaxy S25 launch, and Cosmic Orange itself sparked an industry-wide trend–so this makes a certain amount of sense. If such companies got hold of leaked plans indicating an imminent red iPhone, they might very well pivot to that color themselves in anticipation of customer demand. But is that what’s happened? In fact, there are two other ways this could have gone down. It could be that the Android companies and Apple simply have access to the same design trends research; Apple, after all, doesn’t pull ideas like Cosmic Orange out of thin air, but makes use of specialists’ predictions of where color trends are headed. It’s also possible that the development work by the Android companies is not a response to a new set of leaked plans they’ve seen and we haven’t, but to the original Gurman report from February. In which case, rumormongers are in danger of going round in a circle and making something seem a lot more confirmed than it actually is. So, for the time being, we’d recommend a degree of skepticism. Red still looks plausible, but we’ll need more solid evidence before we’re convinced it’s happening. Whatever the truth, we’ll know for sure when the iPhone 18 Pro is unveiled in September. For all the latest news and rumors as we head towards the launch, bookmark our regularly updated iPhone 18 superguide.03:23 pmiPhone Fold skips hinge problem, turns to material science to solve the crease
Apple is approaching foldables as a materials problem by focusing on how the iPhone Fold display handles stress with adhesive layers rather than how other companies deal with the hinge.Render of iPhone FoldFoldables have been available for years, yet the crease continues to be the main compromise that distinguishes them from traditional smartphones. Initially, designs concentrated on hinges, support plates, and mechanical tension systems to flatten the display.These methods enhanced durability, but they never fully eliminated deformation. According to industry research from TrendForce, a new approach is emerging that treats the display as a layered system. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:19 pmAqara W200 review, HomeMapper app, & heat pump talk with Mary-Ann Rau on Smart Home Insider | AppleInsiderAqara W200 review, HomeMapper app, & heat pump talk with Mary-Ann Rau on Smart Home Insider
On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, Mary-Ann Rau sits in talk through the week's news and discuss the first heat pump to integrate with Apple Home.Smart Home Insider PodcastMary-Ann Rau is the CEO and co-founder of Merino Energy, a new start-up that just put its first product available for preorder. It's the Merino Heat Pump Mono and is the very first home heat pump to integrate with Apple Home.Unlike traditional HVAC units, the heat pump easily installs into any room with an exterior-facing wall and requires no outdoor module. It's sold as a flat-price purchase, which includes professional installation and no surprise fees. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:13 pmAirPods Pro 3 have key upgrade to stop you from losing them
AirPods Pro 3 (currently $199 for limited time) pack a lot of improvements over AirPods Pro 2, one of which helps prevent them from getting permanently lost. more…03:06 pm9to5Mac Daily: April 13, 2026 – Mac shortages, Apple Glasses rumors
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. 9to5Mac Daily listeners can exclusively save 30% and get a $100 Savings Card. more…03:04 pmHow Apple’s folding iPhone will crack the crease problem
A new report reveals the secrets of how Apple's folding iPhone will crack the crease problem. It comes down to two materials in the screen. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:00 pmBring your everyday business apps into the flow of work with agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot | Office for MacBring your everyday business apps into the flow of work with agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot
Microsoft 365 Copilot can now bring your go-to apps directly into the conversation, which closes the gap between AI-powered insight and real, in-app action. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.02:34 pmCheck Who's Using Your iPhone Hotspot Data
If you regularly share your iPhone's data connection with your laptop or iPad, or let family members piggyback on your device's data, you'll be glad to learn that Apple recently made it a lot easier to keep tabs on who's burning through your monthly allowance. In a welcome change with the release of iOS 26.4, Apple has moved Personal Hotspot data usage info out of its previous hiding spot and put it in a much more convenient location. Before the latest update, Personal Hotspot's per-device breakdown was secreted away inside cellular settings, where it was easy to miss. Now it sits right inside the Personal Hotspot menu, making it way more practical for anyone on a capped data plan who's keen to keep an eye on usage. Here's how to check it in iOS 26.4 (you can make sure your device is up-to-date via Settings ➝ General ➝ Software Update). How to Check iPhone Hotspot Data Usage Open Settings on your iPhone. Tap Personal Hotspot. Below the "Maximize Compatibility" toggle, tap Data Usage. Here you'll see a list of connected devices along with how much data each one has consumed, as well as a total figure across all devices. Note that Apple devices running iOS 26.4 or macOS 26.4 appear individually by name, whereas Android phones, Windows PCs, and anything running older Apple software are grouped together under "Other Devices." Bear in mind that the Data Usage option only appears if you've used Personal Hotspot recently. If you want, you can clear the figures and start tracking anew by heading to Settings ➝ Cellular/Mobile Service and resetting your overall cellular usage statistics (the option at the bottom). This wipes your hotspot numbers at the same time.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:19 pmApp store review: it’s been 7 days already
Is it normal that it takes this long? I had one prior approval. I decided not to launch and keep adding features. This time I'd like to launch. I sent for review and got the usual message that it'll take 24-48h. It's been one week, or 168h! Should I read into this that there's something […]02:17 pmThe next MacBook Neo already sounds like a big upgrade for one reason
Last week a new report on the MacBook Neo’s success contained details on Apple’s plan for the product’s successor, and the next-gen Neo already sounds like a big upgrade. more…02:14 pmInternet Archive’s Wayback Machine under severe threat by publisher blocks
The Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine is one of the web’s most valuable resources, enabling us to access earlier versions of webpages and websites. It performs an invaluable role in preserving information that would otherwise be lost when websites go offline, as well as providing a practical tool to track updates made to a web page. However, the organization says that it is now under severe threat thanks to media organizations blocking access to the archive’s web crawler – despite those same publishers relying on it for some of their own stories … more…02:12 pmAppsflyer login problem
Is anyone else having trouble logging into their AppsFlyer account? The website acts as if my account doesn't exist. I can send the password recovery email, but the login isn't recognized. This has happened with two different accounts, and they don't have a direct support channel. submitted by /u/Outrageous-Light-675 [link] [comments]02:10 pmWrangler logins failing due to scope error
Apr 13, 14:10 UTCResolved - This incident has been resolved.Apr 13, 14:02 UTCIdentified - The issue has been identified and a fix is being implemented.Apr 13, 14:00 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare are aware of reports of `wrangler login` failing due to a scope error. This is affecting versions 4.82 of wrangler which is being deprecated and re-released. Users can work around the problem by using previous versions of wrangler, eg. `npx wrangler@4.81.1 login`02:00 pmApple’s failed AI Chief John Giannandrea to finally exit this week
Apple’s failed AI chief, John Giannandrea, will finally exit the company after several years at the helm, after the company announced… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:57 pmSmart Adhesive Is Key to Crease-Free Foldable iPhone Display
Advances in optically clear adhesive (OCA) will be a key factor in achieving a near-invisible crease in Apple's first foldable iPhone expected later this year, according to TrendForce. The supply chain intelligence firm outlined the key technologies in a new report on foldable display innovation, explaining that creases form when layers within the display panel fall out of alignment, concentrating stress at the fold and causing micro-cracks or permanent deformation over time. Ultra-thin glass (UTG) also plays a role in the optimal design. Apple's patents have described a design where the glass is thinner at the fold for flexibility and thicker elsewhere for durability, which is an approach consistent with reports last year that Apple was testing uneven-thickness panels, and more recently that it may use a dual-layer glass structure to spread stress across multiple layers. The single most important factor, TrendForce says, is OCA. Modern formulations go well beyond simple bonding, staying pliable during gradual bending to reduce fatigue while temporarily stiffening under sudden impact to provide structural support. Over time, the adhesive's ability to flow into microscopic irregularities also reduces light scattering and keeps the crease less visible. Hinge and structural engineering still matter too. Samsung Display uses laser drilling in the metal support plate behind the display to balance rigidity and flexibility, a technique analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported last July that Apple's foldable would also use via supplier Fine M-Tec. Samsung briefly showcased a crease-free panel at CES 2026, though it later clarified this was an R&D concept rather than a production-ready design. Apple has reportedly pursued eliminating the crease "regardless of cost", and leaker "Fixed Focus Digital" reported in February that production orders had been placed with a crease depth under 0.15mm and a crease angle under 2.5 degrees. TrendForce estimates Apple could capture close to 20% of the foldable smartphone market this year, which it says would compress Samsung and Huawei to roughly 30% each. The foldable iPhone is expected to be unveiled alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models in September. Foxconn began trial production last week, and Samsung Display is reportedly on track to begin mass production of OLED panels for the device in May. Related Roundup: iPhone FoldTags: Foldable iPhone, TrendForceThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:50 pmApple 2026 Mac mini rumor roundup: M5 & M5 Pro specs, price & release date
Macworld The Mac mini remains one of Apple’s most compelling Macs, offering an exceptional balance of performance, affordability, and compact design. Following a major redesign in October 2024, the desktop became smaller, faster, and more versatile than ever, with a dramatically reduced 5-by-5-inch footprint and the introduction of M4 and M4 Pro chips. If you’re considering buying a Mac mini, you might be wondering whether another update is just around the corner, what new features a 2026 refresh could bring, and whether Apple will maintain its attractive $599 starting price. Those hoping for a new Mac mini at Apple’s early-March 2026 “Special Experience” events were left disappointed, as the Mac mini wasn’t updated. However, Apple did unveil the M5 Pro chip, which is widely expected to power one of the next-generation Mac mini configurations. When the new model does arrive, it should benefit from the performance gains of both the M5 and M5 Pro chips, including improved graphics and enhanced on-device AI capabilities. The exact release timing remains unclear, but an early-to-mid 2026 launch seems likely, with a debut around WWDC in June a strong possibility. That said, current supply constraints – such as extended delivery estimates and out-of-stock configurations – suggest an update could be imminent. Alternatively, these shortages may be tied to global DRAM supply issues, which could delay the next refresh further. Below, we break down everything we expect from the 2026 Mac mini, including performance improvements, potential configurations, and other key upgrades. New 2026 Mac mini M5 Release date: When will Apple update the M5 Mac mini? June 2026 release possible Right now, the Mac mini is surprisingly difficult to buy – especially higher-end configurations. Models with 32GB or 64GB of RAM are either unavailable or significantly delayed. On its online store, the 32GB configuration is listed as “Currently Unavailable,” while the 48GB model has shipping estimates stretching 10–12 weeks (mid-to-late June in the UK). Entry-level 16GB models are easier to find, but still come with delays of several weeks, while 24GB variants are also pushed into June delivery windows. The shortages could be due to global DRAM shortages, with DRAM prices surging due to demand from AI data centers outstripping supply. However, they may also indicate that Apple is going to be updating the Mac mini soon. Apple launched MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models with M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max chips in early March 2026. While some expected the Mac mini to be updated alongside them, Apple often staggers desktop releases behind laptops –and that pattern appears to be continuing. Unlike MacBooks, which dominate Apple’s Mac sales, desktop Macs don’t follow a consistent annual update cycle. The Mac mini, in particular, has had an irregular history: sometimes updated yearly, other times left untouched for several years. Even with Apple Silicon, consistency hasn’t improved – the M1 model lasted nearly three years before the M2 arrived, and the Mac mini skipped the M3 generation entirely before jumping to M4 in late 2024. That said, a 2026 update seems increasingly likely. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported in late 2025 that M5 and M5 Pro Mac mini models are on Apple’s roadmap, and reiterated in early 2026 that new Mac minis are planned for this year. All signs point to a launch in the first half of 2026, potentially around WWDC. However, with speculation already building around an M6 chip arriving later in 2026, and global RAM shortages, Apple may delay the update until later in the year.01:37 pmGet Up to $200 Off 2026 MacBook Pro With Record Low Prices on Amazon
Amazon is offering a few all-time low prices on Apple's M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro, with up to $200 off select models without the need of a membership or clipping a coupon. These deals join Amazon's discounts on the M5 MacBook Air from over the weekend, which are seeing $150 in savings on every model. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Starting with the 14-inch models, you can get the 24GB/1TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro for $2,048.00, down from $2,199.00. This deal, along with all of the others we're tracking in this article, represent best-ever prices on the brand new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro. $151 OFF14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,048.00 $150 OFF14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/2TB) for $2,449.00 $150 OFF14-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/2TB) for $3,449.00 We're also tracking similar steep discounts on the 16-inch models, including a few M5 Max options. These discounts reach up to $200 off original prices, and as of writing we're only tracking these deals on Amazon. $150 OFF16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,549.00 $200 OFF16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB) for $2,899.00 $200 OFF16-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/2TB) for $3,699.00 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 forums01:22 pmHow Apple plans outdo competitors in smartglasses
Apple intends to outdo rivals in the smartglasses space by tightly integrating the device with the iPhone and delivering a more premium… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:14 pmValve's Steam Link App Is Coming to Apple Vision Pro
Valve's Steam Link app, which is designed to let you stream games from your main gaming computer to another device, is coming to Apple Vision Pro. The upcoming app for visionOS means users will be able to wirelessly stream games from Steam running on their Mac or PC to their Vision Pro headset, assuming the devices are on the same local network. Prior to its official release, Valve is offering access to a beta of the app via TestFlight. The latest version improves network performance, allows streaming up to 4K resolutions, and allows users to dynamically adjust the curve of the display in panoramic mode. The one limitation worth bearing in mind is that the client is for 2D streaming only and does not support VR content. Whether this will change in the future is unclear. Valve announced its intention to release a native Steam Link app for visionOS earlier this month, but the company has yet to share a general release date.Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProTag: ValveBuyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:00 pmKodebits Day 5: Closure Capturing [FREE]
Values are captured by reference in closures by default in Swift.12:49 pmIssue when querying live edge data in the US region
Apr 13, 12:49 UTCUpdate - We are continuing to investigate this issue.Apr 13, 12:44 UTCInvestigating - We are investigating an issue where some customers may be unable to query live edge data in the US region. Data ingest and alert notifications are not impacted by this interruption.12:28 pmJoyously arty App Store animations joins Finder Guy in Apple's new social media push
Apple Japan has launched a series of TV and social media videos with famous local artists and animators taking the App Store logo on creative journeys.One example of the many new interpretations of the App Store logo being used in Japan - image credit: AppleThere's got to be someone new in Apple's marketing team, because the company is suddenly playing around with its usually protected icons and images. It started with the cute Little Finder Guy on Instagram, it's continued with an original Mac birthday cake, and now it's the turn of the App Store.As first spotted by advertising and marketing publication Creative Blog, Apple Japan has launched a new campaign to promote creative apps in the App Store. There are 16 pieces of artwork, made by 13 artists, and compiled into three videos. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:24 pmFormer AI boss John Giannandrea officially leaving Apple this week after ‘resting and vesting’ | 9 to 5 MacFormer AI boss John Giannandrea officially leaving Apple this week after ‘resting and vesting’
John Giannandrea’s time at Apple is officially coming to an end this week. Giannandrea joined Apple in 2018 after eight years at Google to head the company’s machine learning and AI strategy. In December of last year, however, Apple announced that Giannandrea was stepping down from his position and would serve as an advisor to the company before fully departing in spring of 2026. more…12:20 pmKlarity Disk Review: Affordable Mac disk analyzer held back by permissions bug
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Good level of customization and settings Good CPU and RAM usage measurement tools Low price point, one-time payment Cons Disk permissions errors when attempting to delete applications Our Verdict Klarity Disk is a slick, affordable Mac utility with a great UI and system monitoring features, but its core functionality is sunk by permissions errors. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$6.99 Best Prices Today: Klarity Disk Retailer Price Klarity $6.99 View Deal Mac App Store 6.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Who is Klarity Disk for: Budget conscious Mac users who want a visually clean way to understand disk usage and are confident managing deleting files via the Finder. Who is Klarity Disk not for: Those who need seamless file deletion. Visual disk analyzers sum up everything on your Mac and present that in a cohesive form. The best of these achieve this task and make something unwieldy that much more manageable. Klarity Disk, by developer Mukul Mehra, is a disk analyser that’s similar to DaisyDisk (see our review of DaisyDisk). Klarity Disk offers disk visualization as well as other low-level features, such as CPU, GPU, and RAM monitoring. You can use it to scan your Mac to get details of the files that are taking up space and use Reveal in Finder to locate and delete them yourself, although there were some permissions issues relating to deleting applications at the time of this review. It’s only $6.99 from Klarity Disk or the Mac App Store, compared to $9.99 for DaisyDisk, which is a good price, but we’d recommend waiting for the permissions issues to be fixed. Klarity Disk is easy to dive into and navigation is easy and elegant. The program feels like it’s dedicated to a few tasks and isn’t trying to be every Mac utility under the sun, which is appreciated. Klarity Disk will give you a simple overview. Foundry There are six color themes to aid visual customisation so you can differentiate file groups and folders, scan file sizes, or understand the hierarchy at a glance. Choose from Klarity, Arctic, Ember, Verdant, Blush, and Ocean themes. It’s simple to get a quick lay of the land with the Overview function, which shows how much RAM is being used, what your Mac’s remaining drive capacity is, the memory timeline, and the top processes currently occupying your CPU. See what is using your RAM in real time.Foundry The Disk Analyzer mode makes it easy to scan large files, such as your Applications folder, and to see which giant applications are munching on your Mac’s available drive space. Visualise your storage.Foundry There’s an additional level of functionality beyond simply seeing what’s occurring on your Mac. Right-clicking or option-clicking on an application will bring up options such as seeing where the application is located via the Finder, copying the drive path, or sending the application to the trash. Permissions bug undermines core functionality Upon trying to remove applications by sending them to trash, Klarity informed me that I lacked permission to dispose of the item, despite having an admin-level account. The same error occurred with other applications, suggesting that some of the issues encountered were due to compatibility with the version of macOS Tahoe I was running. The update to macOS 26.4 did seem to fix some issues we had experienced with Klarity, but the permissions issue remained. The developer makes some nice pledges in the application’s notes about no cloud services being used, no account needing to be created, and that no analytics or data collection is used, which is appreciated, but bug fixes are needed to address the application’s core functionality. We have reviewed other Mac cleaners, for more options see: Best Mac Cleaner software. Should you buy Klarity Disk? Klarity Disk looks appealing and offers a clean, beautiful approach to visualizing your Mac’s disk usage alongside its performance stats. This, along with a reasonable $6.99 price point, adds to its appeal, but there are bugs that need to be addressed in the current version (Klarity Disk 1.1) including persistent permissions errors.12:18 pmScreen record -> Polished Native UI
So I made a tool that takes a screen recording of a reference app and essentially enables agents to recreate a very similar design using that as a reference. For the first time in my personal experience I was using agents and making actually decent UI that didn't look like AI slop. I was wondering […]12:00 pmDigital Twins and the Risks of AI Immortality
AI digital twins are turning into autonomous agents that act for us — raising serious risks around identity, control, and digital legacy. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.11:56 amYou can create a multicolor MacBook Neo with official Apple parts for just $39
The MacBook Neo is already available in a fun choice of colors, but some people like to go further by giving their machine a more personalized look. Some do this with skins, cases, or silicone key covers, but you can switch up the color combo using official Apple parts for as little as $39 … more…11:47 amNew Huawei Foldable Looks a Lot Like Apple's Rumored iPhone Fold
Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone is expected to feature a book-style form factor that's relatively uncommon in the foldables market, but Huawei's new Pura X Max appears to share a similar wide aspect ratio. Set to be released in China next week, Huawei's new device actually builds upon a design used by the original, smaller Pura X, which was marketed last year as an extra-wide flip phone. Little is known about the Pura X Max beyond its triple lens rear camera, while Huawei's imagery shows the device being used in both portrait and landscape. Prior to the Pura X Max's unveiling, Apple's rumored device was said to most resemble Oppo's Find N5. Samsung is also believed to be adopting a similar wide aspect ratio form factor for one of its upcoming foldables. We've heard plenty of rumors about the foldable iPhone's design, but the first alleged dummy models appeared last week. The device will have a 5.5-inch display when closed, making it Apple's smallest current-generation iPhone. When open, it will be around 7.8 inches, which is around half an inch smaller than the iPad mini. Apple is expected to debut its first foldable alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models in September, with a launch likely to shortly follow the Pro devices' release. Most rumors have suggested that the foldable iPhone will start at around $2,000 and be available in traditional space gray/black and silver/white finishes. One rumor claims that Apple will call it the "iPhone Ultra," rather than "iPhone Fold," which is the shorthand the media has largely been using.Related Roundup: iPhone FoldTags: Foldable iPhone, HuaweiThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:43 amSeeing red: Another leaker jumps on the crimson iPhone 18 Pro bandwagon
The next iPhone 18 Pro models will sport a deep red color, a frequent leaker claims. However, their source is apparently upcoming Android device launches.Mockup of a deep red iPhone 18 Pro MaxOn April 11, prominent leaker Digital Chat Station posted to Weibo about the iPhone 18 Pro. The machine-translated post claims that the iPhone 18 Pro "has a high probability of being crimson."Somewhat adding a little bit of confusion to the mix is the rest of the post. Apparently, the forecast is based on the leaker seeing "the next flagship of the Android camp proofing this color." Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:32 amTrendforce says hi-tech glue could be key to an invisible crease in the iPhone Ultra
It’s believed that Apple has waited many years to launch the first folding iPhone in large part because the company wasn’t happy with the very visible crease in early competitor models. We’re expecting that foldable iPhone to be launched later this year, likely branded as the iPhone Ultra. The crease problem was reportedly solved last year, but a new report suggests that multiple innovations have been required in order to make the crease near invisible – and that a hi-tech glue is one of the key elements … more…11:24 amApple Maps did not erase Lebanon towns during Israeli attacks, insists Apple
Apple Maps is facing another controversy as social media points to alleged removal of sites in Lebanon, but Apple says it never listed them.Lebanon in Apple MapsApple Maps had a controversial start over getting locations wrong, and it's more recently been used to reveal troop movements in Russia. But now that Israel is invading southern Lebanon, Apple Maps is accused of removing village and town names from the region.Apple has removed Lebanese village names in Southern Lebanon. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:23 amApple's AI Chief John Giannandrea Departs This Week
John Giannandrea, Apple's former head of artificial intelligence, is set to leave the company this week as his final stock vesting date approaches. In his "Power On" newsletter, Mark Gurman noted that Giannandrea's exit has been a prolonged one. Apple moved to dramatically reduce his role in March 2025 following the disappointing launch of Apple Intelligence and ongoing delays to the Siri overhaul, stripping him of oversight of Siri, robotics, and other AI teams at that time. The company made the departure official at the end of last year, announcing that Giannandrea would be retiring in 2026. In the intervening months, Giannandrea has been in an advisory role, what Gurman described as "resting and vesting," meaning remaining on the payroll until stock grants vest. With Apple's next vesting date falling on April 15, Gurman says Giannandrea's final days at the company are this week. His remaining responsibilities, which covered Apple's foundation models, AI testing, and various other functions, were divided between software chief Craig Federighi, services head Eddy Cue, and operating chief Sabih Khan. Giannandrea joined Apple from Google in 2018. Gurman says he is unlikely to join another major technology company and is instead expected to take seats on corporate boards and pursue startup advisory work. Gurman offered a broader assessment of why Giannandrea's tenure failed to produce results, pushing back on the notion that Cook simply struggles with outside hires: "The truth is that the top of Apple is run like a small family business with few decision-makers. And if you're not in the inner circle — which is nearly impossible to crack — you're simply not empowered enough to drive real change at the company."Tags: John Giannandrea, Mark GurmanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:08 amLeaker adds support for red iPhone 18 color rumor, in a slightly weird way
Bloomberg reported back in February that Apple was considering a new deep red color option for the iPhone 18 Pro, which some have described as crimson. A leaker with a decent track record is today backing this report, though is doing this in a slightly odd way which may or may not mean anything … more…10:22 amRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – MTT
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Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro is very likely to come in a new deep red color, claims a Chinese leaker, because the color is already being prototyped by Android phone makers. In February, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple is testing a deep red finish for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Rumors of purple and brown finishes have also circulated, but Gurman believes those are just variants of the same red idea. Weibo-based leaker Digital Chat Station has now thrown their weight behind the rumor. In a post shared over the weekend, the leaker said there was a high likelihood that Apple is testing the deep red finish, based on the fact that they have seen the same color in prototypes of next-generation Android phones by rival brands. It's unclear if the leaker is suggesting that Android makers have inside knowledge of Apple's color plans and are aiming to match it, or that the color's appearance is a sign of shared trend forecasting. Both Apple and Android OEMs likely rely on global colour forecasting agencies that track fashion trends, and if deep red is "on trend," several companies could end up adopting it independently. However, Android makers are also well known for copying Apple's design trends. According to Instant Digital, another Weibo-based leaker, Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models won't come in black this year. If the rumor is true, it will be the second consecutive year Apple has ditched what was arguably its most classic color option for the Pro lineup. The premium devices are expected to arrive this September alongside Apple's first foldable iPhone.Related Roundup: iPhone 18 ProTags: Android, Digital Chat StationThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:00 amIf the iPhone Fold fails, you can blame the Air
Macworld It might seem odd to be in doubt a full seven months after the device was unveiled, but it still isn’t clear whether or not the iPhone Air is a success. Early reports were distinctly unconvincing, with retailers reporting “virtually no consumer demand,” yet Speedtest data last month suggested the phone could be selling more than twice as many units as the iPhone 16 Plus that it replaced. Apple could settle the matter by releasing official sales figures, but that isn’t the company’s style. The disparity can partially be explained by thinking in terms of expectations. The Plus phones, much like the minis before them, did not sell well at all, which is why they were phased out. And that means surpassing their performance, while pleasing to a degree, might not be cause for much celebration. (It’s also worth bearing in mind that retailer discounts, such as a surprisingly generous £200 cut by Amazon U.K., may have given Air sales an artificial boost after launch.) Apple will of course extoll the Air at every opportunity, but actions speak louder than words, and we’ll get a better idea of whether Apple is truly happy with the Air’s performance at the next couple of iPhone launches. The iPhone Air 2, if one appears at all, should arrive either this fall alongside the iPhone 18 Pro or in the spring alongside the iPhone 18 and 18e. If it appears at neither event, we can conclude that it was a flop after all. If the product is given a second chance, on the other hand… well, that won’t mean much, since we got multiple iPhone minis and iPhone Pluses. But if the Air isn’t making money it’ll be phased out before too long. Apple isn’t sentimental about such things. In the long term, the device’s place in the lineup may well be taken by the iPhone Fold, Apple’s first-ever folding phone. That product seems to be on track to launch with the 18 Pro this September (despite reports last week that it might have to be pushed back as a result of production problems), so before too long, we’ll get to see if a wildly expensive foldable really is what Apple customers are looking for. In that sense, it’s essentially the iPhone Air, only more so. The issue with the Air, the factor which was always likely to limit its appeal, is the undeniable truth that in a number of respects it’s straightforwardly worse than other, cheaper phones. That isn’t normally how Apple lineups work: the iPhone 17 Pro costs more than the iPhone 17 but it’s the same or better across the board. About the only thing you can say that standard iPhones do better than the Pro models, other than cost less, is have funkier colors. Whereas the iPhone Air costs $200 more than the iPhone 17 yet has weaker cameras, shorter battery life, and slower MagSafe. As our reviewer pointed out, you’re paying more for less. Put like that, the iPhone Air sounds totally unappealing, but that clearly isn’t the case: Air buyers may be in the minority, but they’re out there, and very pleased with themselves too. One Air owner told me last week that he is extremely happy with his phone and would find it hard to ever go back to a full-thickness handset. That’s pretty much the only thing the product has going for it, but it’s such a game-changer of a design that some customers will take the deal. Give it a few years, and super-slim handsets are likely to become the standard; perhaps we will all find 8mm phones just as unbearably old-fashioned as those with 4-inch screens and home buttons seem today. Whether the iPhone Air will still be around to take advantage of that evolved market is harder to say. And where does that leave the Fold? Facing a difficult battle, but not a hopeless one. Likely to start somewhere in the neighborhood of $2,000, the device will present a ruthless test of what precisely iPhone buyers care about. Based on dummy models leaked last week (and corroborated by earlier CAD drawings and other reports), the Fold will have two rear-facing cameras, which is an improvement on the iPhone Air. But the current design doesn’t appear to include a MagSafe coil, which would be a grievous wound indeed. Even the e-class iPhones have MagSafe these days, and they cost (unless estimates are way off) less than a third as much as the Fold. As with the Air, we will see how much customers value the device’s unique selling point. Foldables are an alluring prospect, combining in a way achievable by no other device the portable chassis of a mini phone with the big screen of a mini tablet. But they ask so very much in return, and not just financially. While the Air’s great challenge was to convince everyone that it wouldn’t bend, the Fold will have to persuade us that its hinge won’t be a vulnerable point of mechanical failure. And there will no doubt be numerous other compromises. Apple will have learned lessons from the launch of the Air. It will know how important it is to target customers’ reservations from the very beginning, which in the case of the Air meant reassuring discussions of build quality and battery optimisations. But it should also be known by now that groundbreaking designs need to be experienced to be truly appreciated. The Air looks like a terrible deal on paper, and the Fold will probably look even worse. But based on my friend’s evangelical zeal, that all changes once you get the handset in your’ hands. We must also be realistic. Success for the iPhone Air was always going to look very different than success for the iPhone 17. It wasn’t just about driving revenue, but about testing design concepts and building an audience for subsequent models. The iPhone Fold, meanwhile, will have a mission to introduce Apple customers to the foldables market and establish what could become an entire dynasty of products. At $2,000 per unit, it isn’t going to outsell a $799 standard model, and it would be absurd to expect those sorts of numbers. But that doesn’t mean Apple will be happy in a niche. This isn’t the Vision Pro, and the flagship slot in the iPhone roster is expected to make serious money. The iPhone Fold can absolutely do that. But based on the Air’s struggles, it isn’t going to be easy. Foundry Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but it’s cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too. Trending: Top stories Apple’s new AI problems have nothing to do with Siri, reckons the Macalope. Filipe Esposito explains why the MacBook Neo 2 may arrive sooner than expected. Apple’s chip ‘binning’ explained: What the heck does it mean? NASA just gave Apple the best Shot on iPhone ad ever. Here’s proof that an Apple Watch knockoff is a terrible deal. Podcast of the week Apple has finally discontinued the Mac Pro. On the latest episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about Apple’s tower workstation: its history, its purpose, and what it means for the Mac lineup going forward. You can catch every episode of the Macworld Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, the Podcasts app, or our own site. Reviews corner iPhone 17e: An impressive balancing act. Intego ONE: Top-tier malware protection for Mac. Satechi OntheGo: Elegant 3-in-1 charger for your pocket. Aulumu M10 Dual-Mag 10K: Space-age power bank. And with that, we’re done for this week’s Apple Breakfast. If you’d like to get regular roundups, sign up for our newsletters, including our new email from The Macalope–an irreverent, humorous take on the latest news and rumors from a half-man, half-mythical Mac beast. You can also follow us on Facebook, Threads, Bluesky, or X for discussion of breaking Apple news stories. See you next Monday, and stay Appley.09:52 amGoToMyPC – Maintenance
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Apple is developing at least four different styles of smart glasses, and the company is betting that their superior design will set them apart from rival products, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says that Apple's latest designs are made from a high-end material called acetate, which is "more durable and luxurious" than the standard plastic used by most existing brands. In Gurman's words, the designs in testing include: A large rectangular frame, reminiscent of Ray-Ban Wayfarers A slimmer rectangular design, similar to the glasses worn by Apple CEO Tim Cook Larger oval or circular frames A smaller, more refined oval or circular option The designs will be instantly recognizable as Apple – what the company refers to internally as the "icon" – and they are set to come in "many" color options, says Gurman, with black, ocean blue, and light brown currently being explored. The glasses will tightly integrate with the iPhone and Siri, and they will use computer vision to interpret the user's surroundings and feed contextual awareness into Apple Intelligence. Meanwhile, the the camera system currently being considered is described as "vertically oriented oval lenses with surrounding lights," which contrasts with the circular design seen in Meta's Ray-Bans. Apple is expected to unveil smart glasses as the end of 2026 or early the following year, with the actual release occurring in 2027. The glasses are said to be part of Apple's broader AI wearables strategy that also includes new AirPods with cameras and a camera-equipped pendant.Tags: Apple Smart Glasses, Mark GurmanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:30 amPimp your MacBook Neo by swapping out your Citrus keys for Indigo
Macworld We’ve pointed out that the MacBook Neo is a great computer at a great price. But if you’re looking for another reason to buy one here’s one: the MacBook Neo is designed so the user can perform hardware repairs on it. Which sounds too good to be true, considering Apple’s DIY history. But not only is it true, but Apple has also released the price list for replacement parts, and the prices are pretty reasonable. Here is a look at some of the U.S. prices from the online Self Service Repair Store for Apple Products: Battery: $111.75 ($22.50 return credit) Bottom Case: $34.32 Display: $219.12 ($88 return credit) Keyboard: $113.52 ($26.40 return credit) Logic Board: $219 Top Case: $175.12 Trackpad: $78.32 To order a part, customers must enter the ID of the MacBook Neo repair manual, which is available for free online. Apple wants customers to read the manual first, and this is one way to make you do so. For the Logic Board, you need to enter the serial number of your Neo. Ahead of the Neo’s release, it was reported that Apple had developed a new manufacturing process “designed to be both faster and more cost-effective than the one used with Apple’s current laptops.” As such, this is the first MacBook that doesn’t require the purchase of the entire top case assembly to replace the keyboard. On the M5 MacBook Air, for example, a keyboard repair costs $412.72, more than three times as much as the MacBook Neo. The store doesn’t appear to restrict your part selection based on color. It looks like you could, say, buy a citrus bottom replacement case for your silver Neo, or indigo keyboard caps ($39) to replace your blush-colored ones. All you need is the repair manual ID (ZFXBHN) to prove that you “have the knowledge, experience, and necessary tools to perform the intended repair.” We’ve asked Apple for confirmation on this, and we will update this article if we get a response. Apple MacBook Neo Read our review Price When Reviewed: $599 Best Prices Today: $539 at Walmart | $599 at Amazon | $599 at Apple08:00 amIf your 2025 taxes are complicated, use this H&R Tax software for state and federal for $35 | MacworldIf your 2025 taxes are complicated, use this H&R Tax software for state and federal for $35
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I’m a bit confused about App Store Connect / IAP review behavior and wanted to ask if anyone has seen this before. Current situation: My app already has approved IAPs in Polish. The IAP products themselves are already in Approved status. I only added new localizations for those same IAPs: English (U.S.) Ukrainian Those new […]06:52 amRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Tele2
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Apple is reportedly testing multiple smart glasses designs, with a strong focus on premium materials and varied styles. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:48 amCoreML question
Hello everyone! I'm working with Core ML for the first time. I have a custom YOLO model for mole detection (I didn't create it — my task is to integrate it into an iOS app). I export the model to .mlmodel format using python yolo model.export(model, nms=True). I'm trying to work with it using Vision […]12:00 amSwift concurrency question – for try await
Hi everyone, got a question, hopefully this is an okay place to ask. During a pre-interview call with a company, I got asked a couple questions about swift concurrency. One of the questions was: When using for try await to iterate through an async sequence, how do you deal with errors in a way that […]Sunday April 1209:24 pm[App Showcase] Acrophobia — real-time multiplayer word game built with React Native + Firebase, supporting 44 languages | Reddit on iOS Programming[App Showcase] Acrophobia — real-time multiplayer word game built with React Native + Firebase, supporting 44 languages
I just shipped Acrophobia — a real-time multiplayer word game rebuilt from a classic 90s AOL chatroom game. Built entirely with React Native (Expo) and Firebase. Tech stack: – Expo (React Native) for iOS + Android from one codebase – Firebase Firestore for real-time game state sync – Firebase Cloud Functions for matchmaking, game logic, […]07:56 pmSunday Reboot: MacBook Neo upgrades, masses of Mac minis, and iPhone re-entry
In this week's "Sunday Reboot," a storage upgrade for the MacBook Neo, an excuse to buy many Mac minis, and the iPhones come back to Earth with a late congratulatory message.Image credits: NASA/OvercastSunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step.This week, researchers managed to get around Apple Intelligence security measures using prompt injection techniques, a repairability report panned Apple's hardware again, and Apple's lawsuit with Epic Games over the App Store continued to roll on. There was also a bug found to break Mac networking every 49 days, 17 hours, two minutes, and 47 seconds. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:33 pmAre we heading toward an App Store overload because of vibe coding?
After seeing the recent discussion about Apple quietly moving toward automated app review, I started thinking more seriously about the future of the App Store. Right now we’re clearly in a new phase. AI tools and what people call “vibe coding” are making it insanely easy to build and ship apps. The barrier is basically […]Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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