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- 05:00 pmMOFT’s long-awaited MagSafe kickstand wallet with Find My support is now available [U]
First unveiled at CES 2025 over a year ago, MOFT’s beloved MagSafe wallet with kickstand now comes with a much needed feature: Find My integration. After loads of delays, the product is now finally available for purchase. more…04:54 pmGet a pack of Airtags for just $14 each right now
Macworld Apple AirTags (1st Gen) View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); It was five years ago when Apple first released its tiny AirTag tracker, and even though there’s a new model, it hasn’t changed much. So the original model is still great, especially when you can get a 4-pack for just $57. That’s an incredible $42 off the original MSRP, and just $14.25 per tracker, the best price we’ve ever seen. And since the sale is at Woot, your Amazon Prime perks will be useful here too, including free shipping. As you know, AirTags are super useful to have, especially hooked up with your keys or bag, so you don’t have to spend forever searching for them in the morning. Just pop open the Find My app and make it ping. When the tag isn’t nearby, you’ll still be able to track it down with Apple’s global Find My network that uses other iPhones to pinpoint its location. With millions of connected Apple devices, you’re certainly going to find its location in seconds. The AirTags are durable and water-resistant, so they’re good to use in all sorts of conditions. The batteries will last for over a year, and they’re easy to swap out, too, so you can use them for a very long time. But act fast, because this Woot deal won’t last forever. Even if they don’t sell out, the timer runs out Friday at midnight, so you’d better hurry up and grab a pack because we might never see a discount this good again.04:47 pmSome iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air Users Experiencing a Charging Issue
Earlier this week, 9to5Mac's Benjamin Mayo reported on an apparent charging issue affecting at least some of Apple's latest iPhone models. In short, Mayo said that when he attempted to charge his iPhone Air with a USB-C cable just seconds after the device ran out of battery, it failed to turn on and did not display the usual red battery icon that indicates charging is occurring. Mayo subsequently realized that several users have posted about this issue across websites such as Reddit and iFixit Answers, but it is unclear what the root cause is or how widespread it is. Apple has yet to publicly comment on the matter, and the issue does not appear to be fixed in the latest iOS 26.4.1 and iOS 26.4.2 software releases. As far as I can tell, I also experienced this issue with my iPhone 17 Pro Max earlier this month. While staying at a hotel, I accidentally forgot to charge the device one night, leading it to shut off on me when I woke up the next morning. Naturally, I plugged in a USB-C cable, but the screen remained black with no battery icon for many minutes. At the time, I thought that maybe the hotel's outlets were not working correctly, but I knew something was up after I tried a variety of different outlets and chargers without success. Just like Mayo, I was eventually able to get my iPhone to turn on by placing it on a MagSafe charger and waiting about 10 to 15 minutes. In my case, it was a MagSafe battery pack from Anker that I carry with me while traveling. A few Reddit users said the standard iPhone 17 model is also impacted. All in all, it would appear that the new iPhones have a hit-or-miss charging problem when they fully run out of battery, but there is no guarantee that everyone will experience it. With the issue now receiving attention on 9to5Mac and MacRumors, hopefully Apple is made aware and provides a fix in an upcoming iOS version.Related Roundups: iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone AirBuyer's Guide: iPhone 17 Pro (Neutral), iPhone Air (Buy Now)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:30 pmMSP (Minneapolis) on 2026-04-30
Apr 30, 16:30 UTCIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Apr 30, 16:26 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in MSP (Minneapolis) datacenter between 2026-04-30 16:30 and 2026-05-01 12:00 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.04:27 pmOpenAI explains why ChatGPT developed a goblin fixation, and how it solved the issue
OpenAI’s GPT-5.5 upgrade to ChatGPT and Codex appears to be going smoothly, especially compared to the rockier GPT-5.0 release last August. It turns out OpenAI got ahead of one issue that was brewing before the release of GPT-5.5 models: a goblin fixation. more…04:26 pmHistoric Apple Porsche colors return on Porsche 963 at Laguna Seca
More than four decades after an Apple-branded Porsche first hit the track, Porsche Penske Motorsport revives the rainbow livery on its 963 prototypes for a one-off run at Laguna Seca.Apple colors return to PorscheThe livery revives the rainbow-striped look of a 1980 Porsche 935, marking the 75th anniversary of Porsche Motorsport and the 50th anniversary of Apple. It will appear on May 3 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.Porsche based the look on a Dick Barbour Racing Porsche 935 K3 that carried Apple branding during the 1980 season, including an entry at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Both factory-entered 963 cars will wear it for the fourth round of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, limiting the tribute to a single race.Oliver Schusser, Vice President Apple Music, Sports and Beats, said the collaboration continues a relationship that began in 1980, when a Porsche race car first carried its logo. The companies are using Laguna Seca to reconnect with today's motorsport program, but the change is limited to branding. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:01 pmApple TV’s new horror comedy ‘Widow’s Bay’ is a must-watch series, rave reviews confirm | Mac Daily NewsApple TV’s new horror comedy ‘Widow’s Bay’ is a must-watch series, rave reviews confirm
Apple TV has delivered another standout original with "Widow's Bay," the new horror-comedy series starring Matthew Rhys as a determined… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:56 pmBuilding an app just for myself
Hello, I am planning to build an app for myself (something related to my running training) and I don’t want to distribute it anywhere. My understanding is that I can load the app every 7 days but this seems like very cumbersome. Is there any other way I can have the app on my phone […]03:50 pmNetflix overhauls iPhone app with vertical video feed, redesigned navigation
A redesigned iPhone app cleans up navigation and adds vertical video discovery. But will it crash and burn like Netflix's Apple TV app? (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:49 pmiOS 26.4 improved Apple’s Health app, and bigger upgrades are coming soon
Apple’s Health app got a pair of welcome improvements in iOS 26.4, and rumors indicate Apple has major upgrades coming soon in iOS 27. more…03:40 pm'AirPods Ultra' Rumored to Feature a Major Upgrade Over AirPods Pro
In a social media post this week, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reiterated that Apple is planning to release new AirPods with cameras "for Siri." Last month, Gurman said these AirPods will likely be priced above the current AirPods Pro 3, which Apple sells for $249. As a result, he said Apple is likely considering using "AirPods Ultra" branding for the camera-equipped AirPods. "AirPods Ultra" would not have typical cameras for capturing photos and videos. Instead, Gurman previously reported that the earbuds will be equipped with infrared cameras that use computer vision to feed data about a user's surroundings to Siri. The cameras should help to enhance the Visual Intelligence feature on the iPhone 15 Pro and newer. This would be similar to the infrared camera built into the Face ID system on iPhones. In June 2024, Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said AirPods with cameras would potentially enable "in-air gesture control." In his post this week, however, Gurman said he does not expect the AirPods to support hand gestures. It was initially rumored that the camera-equipped AirPods would be a higher-end AirPods Pro 3 configuration, much like the AirPods 4 are available in variants with or without active noise cancellation. However, it is increasingly sounding like the earbuds will instead be "AirPods Ultra" positioned above the AirPods Pro entirely. Macworld's Filipe Espósito recently reported that Apple plans to release an "iPhone Ultra" and a "MacBook Ultra" within the next year, so "AirPods Ultra" would be part of a trio of new "Ultra" devices. Apple already uses "Ultra" branding for the Apple Watch Ultra, CarPlay Ultra, and the M1 Ultra to M3 Ultra series of chips. It is not entirely clear when the "AirPods Ultra" will arrive, but September of this year is a possibility if Apple plans to announce them alongside the "iPhone Ultra," its long-rumored foldable iPhone. A redesigned "MacBook Ultra" with an OLED display and touch-screen capabilities is expected to follow by early 2027.Related Roundup: AirPods Pro 3Tags: AirPods Ultra, Mark GurmanBuyer's Guide: AirPods Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:30 pmDeals: M5 MacBook Air up to $219 off, iPad Air $300 off, 24GB M5 MacBook Pro, Apple Watch Series 11 $160 off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: M5 MacBook Air up to $219 off, iPad Air $300 off, 24GB M5 MacBook Pro, Apple Watch Series 11 $160 off, more
The AirPods Pro 3 deals are flying alongside AirPods 4 from $99, but today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by some seriously notable M5 MacBook Air deals – Midnight 24GB 15-inch up to $219 off and this new low on the base 15-inch M5 MacBook Air at $170 off. We also have the best clearance prices yet on the M3 iPad Air lineup up to $300 off, Apple’s 24GB/1TB M5 MacBook Pro dropping back to its best Amazon price ever ($250 off launch), and the Titanium Apple Watch Series 11 hitting the Amazon all-time low at up to $160 off today (plus deals from $299). Head below for a closer look at the details. more…03:28 pmApple Leads Global Market for Satellite-Connected Smartphones
Apple remains the top manufacturer of satellite-capable smartphones globally, with such devices projected to reach 46% of all smartphone shipments by 2030, according to a new report from Counterpoint Research. The firm's Smartphone Satellite Connection Report finds that Apple kickstarted the satellite phone trend when it partnered with Globalstar to bring Emergency SOS via satellite to the iPhone 14 in 2022 and has maintained a clear lead since. Samsung leads the Android ecosystem, while Huawei and Google also follow a proprietary approach. Other Android players, including Xiaomi, OPPO, HONOR, and vivo, have aligned with the 3GPP non-terrestrial network (NTN) standard to enable broader scalability and interoperability. The market is currently dominated by the premium segment, with the lack of compelling everyday use cases limiting broader adoption. 3GPP Release 17 supports only SOS messaging and basic location sharing. Release 18 is expected to expand adoption further across premium brands, but mass-market penetration in the mid-price segment is not anticipated until Release 19. Qualcomm leads among Android vendors with its Snapdragon X80 and X85 modems, with MediaTek, Samsung, Google, and Huawei all increasing competition. North America is the leading region for adoption, driven by carrier partnerships including T-Mobile with SpaceX, AT&T with AST Mobile, and Rogers with SpaceX, alongside Apple's Globalstar arrangement. Amazon's acquisition of Globalstar is seen as a notable development, potentially opening new connectivity-as-a-service revenue streams. Counterpoint expects Apple, Google, and Samsung to lead in overall market penetration toward 2030, with Android brands targeting entry-level and mid-range price points seeing slower uptake. Apple recently agreed a new satellite deal with Amazon following its acquisition of Globalstar, and has several new satellite features in development, including Maps via satellite, photos in Messages via satellite, and a satellite API for third-party apps.Tags: Counterpoint, Emergency SOS via Satellite, iPhone Satellite FeaturesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:22 pmThis clever $15 USB-C hub clamps to your monitor to reclaim your desk
Macworld Orico USB-C Clamp Hub View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); If there’s one thing I’m absolutely sure of, it’s that every one of us needs a few extra ports for extra drives and accessories, but even the smallest hubs will take up desk space that no one has to spare. That’s where this clever USB-C Clamp Hub comes in, and it’s on sale for just $15.46 right now. This tiny little thing is so cool because, thanks to the C-clamp, you can mount it up to the underside of your monitor, for instance. You can, of course, also mount it to the very edge of your desk so it takes up very little of that precious space. This tiny little thing only needs an edge measuring between 0.19 and 1.1 inches and features three USB-A ports and one USB-C port, so you won’t have to worry about taking out a tiny dongle just to be able to use a flash drive. You won’t even have to worry about setting it up close to your desktop or laptop. This hub doesn’t have a built-in cable like some other models (though it does include a 2-in-1 cable in the box). The USB-C port on the back gives you flexibility to use whatever cable you want, and it also has an optional 5V USB-C port that can keep your connected devices charged. Go ahead and grab the Orico USB-C Clamp hub for just $15.46 off while this deal’s still live.03:10 pmFamily Controls (distribution) entitlement request process – does it now only require Name, Email ID, and Team ID? Do they review ASC listings (screenshots, descriptions, metadata) during approval? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingFamily Controls (distribution) entitlement request process – does it now only require Name, Email ID, and Team ID? Do they review ASC listings (screenshots, descriptions, metadata) during approval?
I’m a first-time, non-technical builder using AI and publicly available information to prepare for App Store submission. I’m building an app blocker that uses the Family Controls API. I’ve been told that earlier, developers had to submit additional details such as the app description, website, etc. However, when I access the request link now, it […]03:04 pmCNBC: President Trump’s pro-growth policies could fuel strong summertime stock-market gains | Mac Daily NewsCNBC: President Trump’s pro-growth policies could fuel strong summertime stock-market gains
CNBC is out with a timely take that could have major implications for investors heading into the traditionally weaker summer months… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:00 pmTime is running out on your Intel Mac — here’s why
macOS 27 won't support any Intel Mac. Learn about the impact on the security of older computers, and what you can do to prevent problems. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:47 pmIncreased HTTP 5xx Errors in South Korea region
Apr 30, 14:47 UTCResolved - Some Cloudflare customers in South Korea region may have observed an increased rate of 5xx errors from 12:40 to 13:00 UTC.02:45 pmToday in Apple history: First iPad 3G tablets land in customers’ hands
On April 30, 2010, the first Wi-Fi + 3G iPads arrived in the hands of U.S. customers. The tablet became Apple's fastest-selling new product. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:21 pmTimeline of Artemis II photos shows how astronauts captured life inside Orion
NASA released Artemis II images from Orion's Moon-bound leg, and this interactive timeline organizing them shows how an iPhone 17 Pro Max and other onboard cameras were used throughout the mission.Reid Wiseman looks back at Earth through Orion's cabin window during Artemis II. Credit: NASAAstronauts aboard Orion captured images throughout the Artemis II mission, including selfies, eclipse shots, and views of Earth through the spacecraft's forward windows, with some images taken on an iPhone 17 Pro Max. One image titled "Thinking of You, Earth" shows a crew member silhouetted against the planet as Orion moved deeper into cislunar space.The timeline, recently published, shows life inside the cabin, including floating group shots, strapped-in seating positions, and handheld images in microgravity. It spans multiple points in the flight alongside imagery from dedicated cameras, including Nikon systems and GoPros mounted on Orion.Victor Glover, Jeremy Hansen, Reid Wiseman, and Christina Koch take a selfie inside Orion during Artemis II. Credit: NASA Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:17 pmNew iPads will launch later this year, here’s what rumors say is coming
We’re heading into a summer of software unveilings, but Apple has 15+ new hardware products rumored to launch later in the year—including multiple iPads. Here’s the latest on new iPads to expect. more…02:16 pm'Tetris' falls into place on Retrocade for the Apple Vision Pro
Relive the magic of the 1980s by stepping inside a classic Japanese arcade and playing "Tetris" on the Apple Vision Pro.'Tetris' in a new Japanese arcade setting | Image credit: Resolution GamesTetris may not be the first video game, but it's hard to think of any other franchise that is as iconic. In fact, Tetris ranks number two on the best-selling video game franchise list, seconded only to everyone's favorite plumber, Mario.And now you can relive the magic of classic Tetris on the Apple Vision Pro, thanks to Retrocade. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:15 pmApple TV overdrive: F1 Miami Grand Prix packs live streams, new shows and events
The F1 Miami Grand Prix on Apple TV this weekend brings loads of new content, from live feeds and multiview to new shows and live events. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:11 pmApple Watch Series 11 Hits $100 Off Nearly Every GPS Aluminum Model, Plus $130 Off Cellular | MacRumorsApple Watch Series 11 Hits $100 Off Nearly Every GPS Aluminum Model, Plus $130 Off Cellular
Amazon this week has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with up to $130 off numerous models of the smartwatch. This sale includes nearly every aluminum model of the Series 11 on sale at a record low price, plus new steep markdowns on cellular models. 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 A new highlight of Series 11 deals is on the 46mm cellular model, which has hit $399.00, down from $529.00. This is a big $130 discount on the cellular Apple Watch, and it's available in three colors. You'll also find $100 off the 42mm cellular model right now. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm Cell) for $399.00 $130 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm Cell) for $399.00 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 forums02:04 pmAnti-DDoS Firm Heaped Attacks on Brazilian ISPs
A Brazilian tech firm that specializes in protecting networks from distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks has been enabling a botnet responsible for an extended campaign of massive DDoS attacks against other network operators in Brazil, KrebsOnSecurity has learned. The firm's chief executive says the malicious activity resulted from a security breach and was likely the work of a competitor trying to tarnish his company's public image.02:00 pmKodebits: The First Month [FREE]
Kodebits launched in April with 14 bite-sized coding insights across iOS, Android and Flutter. Here’s the full month-one archive, grouped by platform and sorted from warm-up to deep end.02:00 pmApple has given up on Tim Cook’s flop Apple Vision Pro
Apple has essentially abandoned the Apple Vision Pro after the M5 refresh failed to spark renewed interest in the device… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:00 pmThis smart telescope changed the way I look at the stars [Review] ★★★★☆
Our hands-on review reveals that DwarfLab's Dwarf Mini smart telescope works with your iPhone to take amazing pictures of the stars. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:53 pmHow do you guys go about in announcing new features?
I've gotten more into the habit of using my data to make design and feature decisions. Once the features are implemented though is where I have the hardest time figuring out the best way to communicate that "something's there" or fixed/addressed. I've been thinking of multiple methods: alerts, annotations, or action sheets on startup, behavior […]01:34 pmDrop MagSafe from the iPhone? No, Apple’s smarter than that
Macworld Apple has made some dubious design decisions over the past 15 years, from FineWoven to the AirPods Max Smart Case. We hope that trend is about to change, under the company’s new perfectionist CEO, but even the current management is too smart to drop MagSafe from the iPhone line, as claimed by a new report. The Weibo leaker Instant Digital, who posts a lot but doesn’t have an especially strong track record of accurate predictions, claimed earlier this week that Apple has been debating whether to maintain MagSafe as a standard feature on the iPhone. “When MagSafe was first introduced, the internal stance was very aggressive,” the leaker adds. “There were even plans to include it as a standard feature on iPads, which I mentioned before, but ultimately didn’t happen. Now they’re starting to waver.” The rationale behind this debate, Instant Digital claims, is the “sacrifice” involved in building MagSafe into each device. And it’s undoubtedly the case that MagSafe imposes a burden on phone designers: it requires the inclusion of a ring of magnets as well as the necessary inductive charging coils. Apple could make its iPhone thinner and lighter if it were able to drop MagSafe, and early prototypes suggest that the foldable iPhone Ultra may not get the feature. It’s notable, however, that the super-thin iPhone Air did get MagSafe, so it’s not like this is an insurmountable problem. The iPhone 17e gained MagSafe this year.David Price / Foundry If true, however, the iPhone Ultra won’t be the first model in recent years to miss out on MagSafe. The iPhone 16e suffered from the same omission, although it isn’t clear whether this decision was made in order to cut costs, help with design/manufacturing processes, encourage upsell to costlier alternatives, or (the official reasoning) because target buyers simply didn’t want it. It’s worth pointing out that the iPhone 17e gained MagSafe, albeit a slower version than that seen on other contemporary iPhones, and this upgrade was a major factor in that device getting a higher review score than its predecessor. As I’ve explained elsewhere, MagSafe is a transformative feature. Before it came along, the options for iPhone owners were using a cable (fiddly, particularly when the cable inevitably slips down behind the nightstand) or non-magnetic wireless charging (also fiddly, and prone to leaving you with a dead phone in the morning because it got nudged off the sweet spot). We still have wired charging for moments where speed is the priority, but for all other times, MagSafe is the most convenient and frictionless way to perform a much-repeated task. Going back to the pre-MagSafe world while reviewing the iPhone 16e was far more annoying and inconvenient than I ever would have expected. With this in mind, I’d be very surprised if Apple’s supposed debate about the future of MagSafe led to terminal action. Apple (as well as the rest of the smartphone world) knows MagSafe is a winner, and as Instant Digital acknowledges, the ecosystem of licensed MagSafe-ready accessories is itself a non-trivial source of revenue. That doesn’t mean there won’t be exceptions to the rule: the company tried to live without the tech on the 16e, for example, and it seems likely we’ll see something similar on the first-gen iPhone Ultra. But the standard, surely, will be to include MagSafe, because it’s too good to die and too important to limit to the Pro models only.01:31 pmFacebook and Instagram losing users, with signs pointing to low-quality feeds
Anecdotally, I’ve been hearing for a very long time that Facebook and Instagram users are growing ever more dissatisfied with their social media feeds, and there now appears to be some hard data to support this. Meta has admitted that its daily active users declined by 20 million this quarter, and the company is taking steps to try to improve the quality of both Facebook and Instagram feeds … more…01:30 pmPossible Network Congestion in United States Eastern and Central regions
Apr 30, 13:30 UTCResolved - Cloudflare customers maybe be observing possible network congestion in the United States Eastern and Central regions, from 13:30 to 14:55 UTC.01:27 pmNetflix launches iPhone app redesign, here’s what’s new
Netflix is rolling out an overhaul of its iPhone app today, as previously announced, with a redesign centered around a vertical video feed called ‘Clips.’ Here’s what’s new. more…01:15 pmWith this affordable Philips touchscreen lock, just tap in your PIN and you’re in
With this Philips 1000 series touchscreen deadbolt lock, you replace keys with easy PIN access. And it’s on sale for $67.99 (MSRP $129.99). (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:06 pmApple Q2 earnings preview: Analysts forecast robust growth with iPhone and Greater China leading the charge | Mac Daily NewsApple Q2 earnings preview: Analysts forecast robust growth with iPhone and Greater China leading the charge
Apple is set to report its fiscal second-quarter financial results after market close today, and Wall Street analysts are projecting… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.12:51 pmApple Launched AirTag 5 Years Ago Today
Apple's AirTag item tracker turns five years old today, with the $29 accessory having spent half a decade as the best-selling item tracker in the world. The AirTag launched on April 30, 2021, alongside the M1 iMac, a new iPad Pro, and a new Apple TV 4K. The coin-shaped accessory has a polished stainless steel back, IP67 water resistance, and a U1 Ultra Wideband chip that powers Precision Finding, a feature that combines haptic, visual, and audio feedback to guide users to a lost item's precise location with the iPhone 11 and later. Setup works by bringing the tag close to an iPhone, with each AirTag appearing in the Items tab of the Find My app. The Find My network, which relies on Bluetooth signals from nearby Apple devices to relay location data, allows a lost item to be tracked even when out of direct range. The AirTag is priced at $29 for a single tag or $99 for a four-pack, with free engraving available. Reports of the AirTag being misused for stalking and vehicle theft surfaced within months of launch, with its small size, low price, and the breadth of the Find My network making it an attractive tool for bad actors. Apple released a statement in February 2022 saying incidents of misuse were "rare; however, each instance is one too many," and introduced setup warnings making clear that using an AirTag to track people without consent is a crime in many regions. A class-action lawsuit filed in California in December 2022, later expanded to include more than three dozen plaintiffs, alleged that the product's accuracy and affordability made it well-suited for misuse, and a federal judge allowed certain claims to move forward in March 2024. Apple and Google later aligned on cross-platform specifications so that Android users receive automatic unwanted tracking alerts alongside iPhone users. Despite the controversy, Apple says the AirTag became its best-selling item tracking accessory, citing user stories of recovering lost luggage, bicycles, and bags in the years since launch. Apple released the second-generation AirTag in January 2026. The updated model features a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip with Precision Finding working from up to 50% farther away, an upgraded Bluetooth chip, and a speaker 50% louder than the original. For the first time, Precision Finding also works with Apple Watch Series 9 models and later. A teardown revealed that the speaker magnet is more firmly secured in the second-generation model, making it harder to remove, a modification that had previously been used to silence unwanted tracking alerts. Pricing remains $29 for a single tag and $99 for a four-pack.Related Roundup: AirTagBuyer's Guide: AirTag (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:30 pmMy favorite Vibe Coding tech stack from someone with over 50k+ users across all my apps. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingMy favorite Vibe Coding tech stack from someone with over 50k+ users across all my apps.
https://preview.redd.it/h4bdtsncnbyg1.png?width=1200&format=png&auto=webp&s=f21542f49685069d5dd6eb68407056fd52facace Hey everyone! My name is AJ, I've been designing and building apps for over 8 years. I would call myself more of a designer than a developer but I do understand a lot of code. My issue has always been writing the sufficient code. So when Vibe Coding was invented I jumped on it. […]12:15 pmFamily Controls (distribution) entitlement request process – it now justs asks for Name, Email ID, and Team ID? do they look at the ASC listings and their screenshots, descriptions, metadata as a part of the approval process? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingFamily Controls (distribution) entitlement request process – it now justs asks for Name, Email ID, and Team ID? do they look at the ASC listings and their screenshots, descriptions, metadata as a part of the approval process?
i am a first time, non-technical builder and use AI & publicly available info/data to get closer to app store submission. I am building an app blocker that uses the family controls api and I have been told that previously devs would have to submit info like the app description, website, etc but now when […]11:52 amMotorola Razr Fold price and availability announced ahead of iPhone Ultra
The book-style folding smartphone market continues to grow ahead of the expected launch of the iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra later this year. We’ve so far seen models from Oppo, Huawei and Samsung, with a new Motorola device available soon. We already knew a lot of details about the Motorola Razr Fold, but this now includes the price and launch date in the US … more…11:24 amiOS 27 will offer a range of AI features that can still be ignored
Apple will reveal more Apple Intelligence features than ever before during WWDC, but they will continue to stay out of the user's way. Those that don't want AI can just ignore it or turn it off.Siri's AI revamp is only a part of Apple's strategy with iOS 27We're only a few weeks away from WWDC 2026, so the internal leaks have begun in earnest. While I'm sure Apple Intelligence and AI will play a major role at the event, I also expect Apple to respect its user base.Unless something dramatic has changed at Apple, and no, I'm not talking about a CEO transition, I doubt Apple's stance on AI has shifted. Ever since its first big AI event at WWDC 2024, Apple has made it clear that it views AI as a tool that should be in the background and on device. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:15 amI dumped Adobe for Apple and got everything I need for less
Macworld For years, Adobe Creative Cloud has been an essential part of my workflow. While I’m always writing as a journalist, I’m also constantly editing photos and videos, and Photoshop, Premiere, Lightroom, and other apps have been essential to my work. But like many freelance creators, I started to wonder if paying such a high price for Adobe apps was really worth it. Even before Apple Creator Studio became a reality, I had already decided to switch from Adobe to Apple and Pixelmator apps (which now belong to Apple). If you’re also wondering whether the switch is worth it, read on as I detail how this decision impacted my workflow and which suite is better. Adobe made sense, until it didn’t I’m not here to disparage Adobe apps. There’s a reason why Adobe dominates the industry when it comes to creativity apps. Creative Cloud offers powerful tools that work seamlessly with each other and are widely used in professional environments. Few things are easier than starting to edit a photo in Lightroom and retouching it in Photoshop with just a few clicks. Plus, if you work in a team, at an agency, or in a corporate environment, Adobe is usually the standard. It’s hard to be the only one using different software when you need to collaborate with others. But as a solo creator, I started to realize that I wasn’t actually using most of what I was paying for. Adobe’s Creative Cloud apps are incredibly powerful, but are also very expensive. Foundry I’ve been an independent journalist for years, and I also work from home. And as a Mac user, I started to notice that Adobe apps aren’t really optimized to take advantage of all the newer features in Apple hardware and software. All of Adobe’s apps run natively on Apple silicon, of course, but Adobe doesn’t keep up with the latest advancements in hardware or software as Apple does. And yet, I was locked into a subscription that kept getting more expensive and harder to cancel. Annual plans, cancellation fees, and constant subscription renewals created a sense that I was renting my tools indefinitely, whether I wanted them or not. Pixelmator Pro replaced Photoshop more easily than expected There’s no denying that Photoshop is the most powerful image editor on the market. There’s no denying that. But I also realized that I didn’t need all that power most days. My main use for Photoshop was to create artwork and crop images for my articles, or make templates for social media posts. I’m not a novice user, but I also didn’t really need all of Photoshop’s advanced tools. Pixelmator Pro is a worthy alternative to Photoshop.Foundry I gave other apps such as Affinity Photo a try and ended up choosing Pixelmator Pro as my new image editor. At the time, Apple hadn’t yet acquired the app, and it was only available for Mac, which wasn’t a problem since I prefer working on my Mac anyway. With Pixelmator Pro, you can work with multiple layers, add shapes, text, and masks, remove backgrounds, adjust colors, apply effects, and more. But one of my favorite features is Super Resolution, which uses AI to restore low-resolution images. Pixelmator Pro doesn’t have as many tools as Photoshop, but it gets the job done and covers everything I need for retouching, compositing, cropping, and easy exporting to the web and social media. The interface is much cleaner and easier to use than Photoshop’s, which is great for beginners. And Pixelmator Pro is a great Mac app. It’s built with the latest technologies and runs extremely smoothly on Apple silicon Macs. It became clear to me that I no longer needed Photoshop in my life. It started to feel like overkill. Photomator is the perfect Lightroom alternative In order to dump Adobe, I also needed a replacement for Lightroom. Since I was already using Pixelmator Pro, Photomator felt like the best and most natural choice. From the same developers as Pixelmator Pro and now also owned by Apple, Photomator is the perfect app for batch editing photos. Photomator is an underrated tool for touching up photos.Foundry It has all the essential tools for editing photos with color and texture correction, LUT support, automatic subject and background selection, and compatibility with multiple RAW formats. It’s also super easy to use and integrates with the iCloud Photos library, which is a huge plus for me. Like Pixelmator Pro, Photomator also has some interesting AI-based features, such as Super Resolution, Smart Deband to remove color banding artifacts, Denoise to remove camera noise, and Repair to remove imperfections or entire objects from a photo. I also find that Photomator runs noticeably faster and smoother on my Mac than Lightroom. Plus, Photomator is available on iPhone and iPad, so I can edit photos right from my phone or retouch them with Apple Pencil on my iPad. Final Cut Pro is a real upgrade over Premiere When it comes to video editing, both Final Cut Pro and Premiere Pro offer advanced tools and are widely used in the industry. But for me, Final Cut is much easier to use. Despite having professional tools for color grading, LUTs, transitions, and effects, Apple designed Final Cut Pro with an interface that makes it look like iMovie. Even if you’ve never edited a video before, you’ll learn how to use it in no time. Final Cut Pro is superior in many ways to Premiere.Foundry Of course, if you’re coming from Adobe Premiere, there’s definitely a learning curve. You have to relearn the interface, menus, keyboard shortcuts, and adjust your workflow. But once you do, you’ll master Final Cut and enjoy some excellent new tools. My favorite thing about Final Cut Pro over Premiere is the magnetic timeline. You can easily drag and drop videos, images, and audio files onto the timeline to rearrange them as you like, while Premiere is still track-based and much more complex to compose your videos. Once again, performance is also a key aspect of Final Cut Pro. It runs infinitely better than Adobe Premiere on macOS, and rendering time is also much faster. This really helps speed up my workflow. How the iPad fits I switched from Adobe to Apple because I’m more of a Mac person. Still, I have an iPad Pro that helps me work on the go. Both Apple Creator Studio and Adobe Creative Cloud offer versions of their apps for the iPad, but there are a few things to keep in mind. iPad apps, whether from Apple or Adobe, lack some of the features found in their desktop versions. With my Adobe subscription, I had access to iPad versions of Photoshop, Lightroom, and even Premiere. They were far from being desktop apps, but still quite useful when my Mac wasn’t around. Apple Creator Studio is just a few months old and already has some excellent features for the price.Apple When it comes to Creator Studio, you’ll find both Final Cut Pro and Pixelmator Pro on the iPad. However, while I love Final Cut Pro on the Mac, the iPad version still feels too basic. The mobile version of Premiere offers more tools (such as using AI to enhance audio) and is even available on the iPhone. I miss that, and it feels like a missed opportunity for Apple. Pixelmator Pro on iPad has pretty much the same tools available on the Mac, but with some limitations. You can’t open files with a huge number of layers, for example. Meanwhile, Photomator for iPad is also an excellent app, but here’s the thing: It’s not part of Creator Studio, which means you have to buy it separately ($119 or $30/year). Even worse, buying the Mac version doesn’t give you access to the iPad version, so you essentially need to buy it twice. So if you want to focus on creating on the iPad, Adobe is probably still be the best option. As I previously wrote here on Macworld, Apple hasn’t fully figured out Pro apps for the iPad yet. The price difference is a no-brainer Adobe Creative Cloud is powerful, but it’s expensive, especially if you need more than one app. Even the Photography plan with Photoshop and Lightroom adds up over time, and the full Creative Cloud subscription can feel heavy if you’re working independently. Apple, on the other hand, has a much more appealing deal with Creator Studio. For $12.99 per month or $129 per year, you get access to Final Cut Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Logic Pro, and many other apps. The only downside is that Photomator is not included in the bundle (a lifetime license costs $119). Adobe, on the other hand, charges $19.99 per month for its Photography plan with only two apps. If you want the full suite, it will cost you $69.99 per month if you commit to a full year or $104.99 on a per-month basis, and canceling incurs hefty fees. For independent creators, the price difference matters a lot—especially when you consider that two months is more than a full year of Creator Studio. Foundry Why I don’t regret switching When I first switched over to Creator Studio, I was afraid of losing important features by ditching Adobe apps. But in reality, Apple apps offer pretty much everything I need and are much more affordable. Final Cut Pro feels faster and more enjoyable to use on a Mac. Pixelmator Pro and Photomator cover everything I need for images without overwhelming me with features I’ll never touch. Are Adobe apps more advanced in many areas? Absolutely. But for an independent creator working primarily within the Apple ecosystem, they’re not always necessary. I can still do my job, and I no longer pay a fortune for tools I wasn’t fully using. If that’s the case for you (especially if you have a Mac), you should definitely give switching from Adobe to Apple apps a try.11:11 amSince when did simulator testing become “good enough”?
I keep seeing new AI testing tools for iOS that only run on simulators, and people seem pretty excited about them. But wasn't the common advice always like simulators are fine for dev and quick checks, but you still test on real devices before shipping? Real devices can behave differently with performance, memory, permissions, camera, […]11:07 amSketchy rumor suggests Apple Glasses will support Vision Pro-style hand gestures
We’re expecting to see the launch of an Apple Glasses product at some point next year, and a sketchy rumor suggests that they may borrow a key feature from Vision Pro. Specifically, it’s said they may be able to recognize hand gestures as a means of interacting with the wearable device – but there’s good reason to doubt the claim … more…10:00 amFaceTime like a pro with these 7 hidden features
Macworld Back in 2010, Steve Jobs introduced FaceTime as an iPhone 4 perk, letting users video call their loved ones over Wi-Fi. The service matured over the years, bringing more advanced features like group calls, screen sharing, and much more. Despite its evolution, many users continue to rely on FaceTime for basic one-to-one audio and video calls, disregarding the slew of advanced tools it now offers. If you’re looking to make the most of FaceTime, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with these lesser-known tips and tricks. Smooth operator One of the main reasons many people are drawn to Apple-only setups is the ecosystem that brings all your devices together through a set of features Apple calls “Continuity.” Handoff is one of the popular Continuity features: it lets you seamlessly move a task from one Apple device to another. FaceTime supports it, so you can move audio and video calls between your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV. For example, if a video call is taking longer than expected and I’m tired of holding my iPhone, I can conveniently move it to my MacBook. Similarly, I can hand off a call from the living room’s TV to my iPhone if I’m heading out during a call. Foundry To use the feature, make sure the Handoff toggle is enabled under Settings > General > AirPlay & Continuity. Now, whenever you’re FaceTiming, all of your nearby devices will display a persistent notification that you can click to effortlessly move the call without interrupting it. Take the wheel Technology enthusiasts often become the default troubleshooters for their friends and family. FaceTime simplifies the process through its screen sharing feature. You could even doodle on the shared screen by tapping it, guiding the other party on where to tap. That’s not always efficient, however. Just tap the screen during a FaceTime call to show the controls, hit the share button and select Share My Screen. Fortunately, FaceTime supports remote control; you can initiate a session by tapping the dedicated button in the bottom-right corner of the screen sharing interface. Once the other party approves your request, you’ll be able to remotely control their iPhone by tapping and swiping naturally on your screen. It truly makes resolving technical issues easier when you’re away from each other. App-solute fun SharePlay is another FaceTime perk that brings people together while they’re apart. During a call, tap the 3-dot menu (…), followed by SharePlay. This will bring up a list of installed apps that support the feature, such as popular music and video streaming services. Once you select an app and its relevant content, you’ll be able to enjoy it on your individual devices at the same time. It’s a neat way to socialize with faraway friends and keep the stream in sync. Foundry The aforementioned list also includes apps that support collaboration, including Apple’s own productivity suite. So, you could similarly collaborate on a document via SharePlay by following the same steps. Face card never declines Between messy rooms and unforgiving lighting, video calls can easily put participants on the spot. Luckily, FaceTime offers several enhancements that can polish your audio and video streams. Head to your iPhone’s Control Center during a call, and tap on the Controls bar at the very top. This will reveal several effects that you can instantly apply, including Portrait for blurring chaotic backgrounds, Studio Light for adjusting the lighting on your face, and Center Stage to keep you in frame as you move. Likewise, you can opt for the Voice Isolation option when sitting in noisy places to clean up your audio. Foundry If you’re using a Mac, you get to utilize a couple of exclusive perks, including virtual backgrounds to completely conceal your surroundings and Edge Light, which acts as a digital ring light. Graphic responses Speaking of effects, FaceTime supports more prominent ones that can emphasize a certain opinion or emotion during a call. The Reactions toolbox includes a heart, thumb up, thumb down, balloons, rain, confetti, lasers, and fireworks. To apply any of them, simply tap and hold on your thumbnail during a FaceTime video call, and pick the desired reaction. You could alternatively enable the Reactions toggle after expanding your video tile and perform their respective gestures to apply them. Foundry Links to the other side If you’ve accidentally befriended Android or Windows users, you can actually FaceTime them, too. All you have to do is launch the FaceTime app on your iPhone, click on New Call, followed by Link (chain icon in the bottom-left corner). You can then optionally give the call a name and share the generated link via any messaging app. Foundry Keep in mind that anyone with the link will be able to request to join the call via a web browser. FaceTime doesn’t require them to sign in with an Apple Account, and they can assign themselves any alias. They’ll also be able to view your FaceTime caller ID (typically your phone number), so you should only share links privately with people you trust. Eye-catching tech During a FaceTime call, users naturally focus on the center of the screen, so you can see the other person. Because the front camera is positioned at the top, this creates the impression that you are looking downward instead of making eye contact. Your iPhone, however, can use its AI smarts to correct your gaze and establish virtual eye contact. Simply head to Settings > Apps > FaceTime, and enable the Eye Contact toggle. Et voilà.09:30 am“#if os(watchOS)” no longer available?
I am a bit confused and maybe it is totally something I messed up myself, but right now it seems that with the latest Xcode update (26.4) there is no longer watchOS as a platform to test for conditional compiling? Did I miss something along the way? The Platform structure now looks like this (comments […]08:01 amApp Store reviewed AND approved my app in under 1 hour. First swift app. No iOS background. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingApp Store reviewed AND approved my app in under 1 hour. First swift app. No iOS background.
Submitted. In Review. Ready for Distribution. All three notifications within an hour. Built it in 2 weeks using Cursor after discovering mid-build that my original platform didn’t support Swift. Had to scrap everything and start over. Genuinely thought the review alone would take days. Still processing this. submitted by /u/Emojinapp [link] [comments]08:00 amLet AI handle the repetitive stuff — MS Visual Studio makes coding easier for $35
Macworld TL;DR: Through May 17, get Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 for $34.97 (MSRP $499.99) and take advantage of AI-assisted coding, cross-platform development tools, and more. Macs are great dev machines, but if your work has to ship across Windows, Linux, and everything in between, you’ve almost certainly spent time in Visual Studio. The latest release rolls in stronger AI tools, faster performance, and better workflows for teams. Included in Visual Studio 2026: Visual Studio Professional 2026 is a 64-bit development environment, designed to handle massive codebases and complex projects without slowing you down. You can build everything from mobile apps to web platforms and containerized cloud services. Some highlights include: AI-assisted coding with IntelliCode: suggests code based on patterns in your project, helping you write faster and reduce repetitive boilerplate. Cross-platform development tools: build and debug .NET or C++ apps targeting Windows, Linux, and containers, making it useful for mixed-device teams. Live Share collaboration: jump into real-time coding sessions without teammates needing to clone repos or install dependencies. CodeLens insights: see commit history, tests, and authors directly in your editor so you understand your codebase faster. Don’t miss this great deal on Microsoft Visual Studio Pro 2026, on sale for $34.97 (MSRP $499.99) until May 17. Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amExclusive: All Babbel language courses available for one lifetime price
Macworld TL;DR: Lifetime access to Babbel’s 14 languages for $159.00 (reg. $646.20) with code LEARN at checkout — expires June 30. AI can translate a menu, but it can’t teach you how actually to hold a conversation. The folks at Babbel know this and take a different approach than those gimmicky AI language learning apps. Every lesson is crafted by a team of 100+ linguists and language educators, built around real-life dialogue, cultural nuance, and the kind of practical exchanges that actually come up when you’re out in the world. Right now, a lifetime subscription to all 14 languages is $159.00 with code LEARN at checkout — but the deal ends June 30. You’ll get access to over 10,000 hours of content across Spanish, French, German, Italian, Turkish, and more. Lessons run just 10 to 15 minutes and are grounded in everyday scenarios, so you’re learning language the way humans actually use it — not just pattern-matching through an algorithm. Speech recognition helps you refine your pronunciation, and offline access keeps your learning going wherever you are. Whether you’re prepping for a trip or want a structured path to fluency, Babbel’s human-centered method is built to get you there. Get Babbel for $159.00 (reg. $646.20) with code LEARN — offer ends June 30 at 11:59 PM PT. Babbel Language Learning: Lifetime Subscription (All Languages)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.07:50 amMacworld Podcast: Why you should care about Apple’s big CEO change
Macworld Apple has announced that Tim Cook will no longer serve as Apple’s CEO and John Ternus will have the job starting on September 1. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the announcement and what it could mean. This is episode 981 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola. Watch episode 981 on YouTube Listen to episode 981 on Apple Podcasts07:47 amAirPods Max 2 is $19 Off
The next-generation AirPods Max provides you with the ultimate over-ear listening experience, giving you improved high-fidelity audio, crisp highs, expansive mids and deep bass made possible with the Apple made H2 chip. It also places sound all around you with personalized Spatial Audio and dynamic head tracking.Break language barriers with Live Translation powered by Apple […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:46 amMacBook Neo Behind the Scenes Clip Shared by Apple
A YouTube Short has been released by Apple, showing the behind the scenes of the creation of their introduction video for their MacBook Neo. The clip shows what Apple described as a look at the handmade magic showing the camera techniques and physical models used during the making. Real-world props were also shown, merged with […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:43 amApple Looking To Have OLED Micro Curved Panel for 20th Anniversary iPhone
For the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, Apple is looking to Samsung to create a custom OLED display that is micro-curved that will be thinner and brighter than current panels in the market. Apple is rumored to be creating a radical design for their 20th anniversary iPhone; it might have a bezel and a display […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:42 amiPhone 18 To Have 12GB of RAM
The upcoming base iPhone 18 is rumored to have 12GB of memory, marking the first time for base iPhone models to have this much memory. A report surfaced that the base iPhone 18 model will have 12GB Of RAM like the iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 17 Pro. Apple has reportedly secured the first […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:41 amAirPods 4 is $30 Off
The AirPods 4 feature personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking placing sound all over you creating a concert, theater like experience when you put them on. They have been redesigned for comfort with a shorter stem, quick-press controls for both calls and music and a refined contour. The case is 10% smaller in volume […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:39 amMacBook Ultra To Have These Features
The MacBook Pro has just been refreshed and given the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. There are already rumors that the device is expected to have bigger updates. The devices are rumored to be getting a significant redesign by early next year and Apple may use the branding MacBook Ultra for the devices. As […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:38 amXChat Released
XChat has been released today on X, a standalone platform for messaging for the iPad and iPhone that allows people to chat with anyone on the platform X in private, separate from X. During launch, the app will support group chat, video calls, audio, and direct messaging, along with file sharing. It will have PIN […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:37 amiPhone Ultra Won’t Have Some Features From iPhone 18 Pro
The iPhone Ultra is the upcoming foldable iPhone Apple will be releasing later this year. Despite the price tag of $2,000, the device is expected not to have at least 5 features that are available on the iPhone 18 Pro. Dummy model photos have been uploaded by Vadim Yuryev and Sonny Dickson showing the missing […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:35 amApple Watch Series 11 42mm GPS is $100 Off
The Apple Watch 11 has safety features capable of detecting severe car crashes and hard falls. It also connects you to emergency hotlines automatically to let them know of your situation and to receive immediate medical attention. The watch features a lightweight and thin design, allowing for comfortable all-day wear even when you are sleeping […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:33 amApple Watch and iPhone Pairing Highlighted in Apple Ad
A new ad was uploaded by Apple to attract customers who are in the market with an Apple Watch and iPhone pairing, emphasizing the insights that the watch and device can provide you for your health. The ad was titled Health with iPhone + Apple Watch. It is a half-minute long, and it follows a […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:31 amRate for Savings Account on Apple Card Lowered
The Apple Card’s savings account interest rate has been lowered to 3.50% from 3.65%, notifications are sent regarding the reduced rate to users of the Apple Card this Thursday. The interest rate for Savings Account fluctuates often due to the changes made by the Federal Reserve. When the rates are reduced the APY or Annual […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:30 amMockup iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Models Hint At Thicker Plateau for Camera
The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro is expected to have enhancements to the camera made by Apple but no rumors are fixed hinting the updates will need visible and measurable changes to the rear camera plateau of the device. Max Tech’s, a YouTube Channel, provided us with mockup images for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:27 amHow I finally solved the engagement and moderation issue for my community platform | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingHow I finally solved the engagement and moderation issue for my community platform
Hello. I’ve been managing a niche streaming site for a year, and our biggest headache was the chat. Using basic plugins was a disaster – constant spam, toxic users, and zero ways to keep people engaged after the stream ended. I almost hired two full-time moderators just to keep things clean. Recently, I integrated a […]05:59 amYouTube Picture-in-Picture feature goes free worldwide
YouTube subscribers worldwide can soon enjoy picture-in-picture (PiP) support for free on their devices, including the iPhone and iPad. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:50 amXcode MCP is magical. But need a little more…
Is there any tool that can automate app visual testing reliably? I’ve tried a few, but none of them have been very accurate. Even IDB Companion tends to struggle sometimes. Also, if something like Claude can build a feature, why can’t it just run it on a simulator, verify it, and update it if needed? […]05:41 amThose Who Swift – Issue 264
We are still experimenting with a new format, but still all gems in place. Don't miss the "One more thing…" section. submitted by /u/lanserxt [link] [comments]02:15 amApple China highlights Apple Watch health and rescue stories in campaign with podcast tie-in | 9 to 5 MacApple China highlights Apple Watch health and rescue stories in campaign with podcast tie-in
Apple launched a new campaign in China called “Thankfully, I was wearing it” (“还好戴着它”), which includes a special podcast episode in which three users share their stories. Here are the details. more…12:25 amHaving a mild freak-out. A streamer with a good following wants to play my (basically unknown) iphone game and they can’t unlock the game. Offer codes not working AND unlocking on testflight is now broken for them. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingHaving a mild freak-out. A streamer with a good following wants to play my (basically unknown) iphone game and they can’t unlock the game. Offer codes not working AND unlocking on testflight is now broken for them.
I made a game a solo project and a streamer with a good following wants to play and stream my game. I'm trying to send them an offer code for the in-app purchase that unlocks my full game. First, the codes i generated didn't work at all, and some advice on this sub said since […]12:14 amGPT 5.5 vs Opus 4.7 vs GPT 5.3 Codex for iOS 26 development?
I’m curious what professional iOS developers are currently using for their Swift/SwiftUI work. For modern iOS 26 development, how would you compare: GPT 5.5 Claude Opus 4.7 GPT 5.3 Codex I’m mainly interested in practical coding help: SwiftUI architecture SwiftData concurrency / actors / u/MainActor debugging compiler errors refactoring existing code reasoning about Apple APIs […]12:01 amYouTube Bringing Free Picture-in-Picture to iPhone Users Outside the U.S.
YouTube's picture-in-picture mode on the iPhone and iPad is expanding to more users worldwide, YouTube said today. Picture-in-picture (PiP) will be rolling out globally, so it will no longer be limited to those in the U.S. and Premium subscribers. Non-Premium users worldwide will be able to use PiP for longform, non-music content on iOS and Android. This has already been available in the U.S. and to Premium subscribers globally, so there will be no change for those users. Premium Lite members can still use PiP for longform, non-music content, and Premium members can use PiP for music and non-music content. Picture-in-picture shrinks a video into a small player that can be used alongside other apps. To use PiP, swipe up to exit the YouTube app, and the video will continue to play in a small window that can be moved anywhere on the display. The PiP changes are rolling out "in the coming months," according to YouTube.Tag: YouTubeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forumsWednesday April 2911:52 pmIodyne Pro Data 24TB review: $15K, ridiculous speed, and probably not for you
The Iodyne Pro Data 24TB delivers enormous uninterrupted transfer speed, isn't network attached, and it isn't limited to one user. It's also a $14,995 wallet-breaking money-saver for the right audience.Iodyne Pro Data 24TBIt's not every day we get a second loaner for a review product years after the fact.The market has changed, workflows have changed, since we first reviewed the Iodyne Pro Data. Video workflows are getting bigger and bigger with 8K HDR 3D, and so forth. A single iPod like the Lord of the Rings dailies were shuttled around on are a thing of the past. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:48 pmDLP API Currently Unavailable
Apr 29, 23:48 UTCResolved - This incident has been resolved.Apr 29, 23:38 UTCInvestigating - Latency in the DLP API is causing some functionality to become unavailable11:44 pmDivine, a Jack Dorsey-backed revival of Vine, is now available on the App Store
Featuring hundreds of thousands of archive videos from the original Vine platform, in addition to new videos, Divine is now available on the App Store and Google Play. Here are the details. more…10:50 pmGoogle Photos to Get AI 'Wardrobe' Feature
Google Photos is getting a new wardrobe planning feature that will help you decide what to wear. AI will pull in images of clothing from the Google Photos library, organizing clothing items into a digital closet. You will be able to put items together to create outfits, and even virtually try them with a digital avatar on to see how they'll look. The Google Photos app will show all items of clothing in a new Wardrobe section in the Collections tab. Clothing can also be viewed in specific categories like tops or bottoms. Items of clothing can be mixed and matched to create outfits, and the results can be shared with friends or saved to a digital moodboard. In the popular 1995 comedy Clueless, main character Cher Horowitz has an iconic digital wardrobe that Google seems to be making a reality with Google Photos. Cher uses a touchscreen computer to swipe through the clothes in her wardrobe, pairing different tops and bottoms to create an outfit. A built-in "Dress Me" button tells her if two items go together, and if they do, she can preview the clothes on a digital version of herself. Google's version of the Clueless virtual wardrobe will be coming to Google Photos this summer. Google says it will be available to Android users first, and then iOS users.Tags: Google, Google Photos, PhotosThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:43 pmApple researchers built an AI that tests several ideas in parallel before answering
In a new paper, a team of Apple researchers details a creative framework that improves LLM answers in math reasoning, code generation, and more. Here are the details. more…10:37 pmIs this acquisition offer from 99apps (Uniqo Lab) legit? Looking for advice. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingIs this acquisition offer from 99apps (Uniqo Lab) legit? Looking for advice.
Hey fellow devs, I just got an email from someone at 99apps offering to buy my app. They claim their actual studio name is Uniqo Lab and provided a link to an App Store portfolio with about 30 apps to prove they aren't a scam. They offered a free valuation and said we could use […]10:33 pmApple smart glasses again rumored to support gesture recognition via built-in cameras | AppleInsiderApple smart glasses again rumored to support gesture recognition via built-in cameras
A repeat rumor says Apple's smart glasses will rely on gesture-based input, with the device featuring two built-in cameras, Siri, and not much else.Apple's smart glasses will support gestures, per multiple sources.Claims of Apple working on smart glasses date back to 2015, with analysts predicting a 2026 or 2027 release even before the Apple Vision Pro made its debut at WWDC 2023. Since then, we've continued to see new rumors about smart glasses development efforts, hardware, and features.A MacRumors report has effectively reiterated previously rumored hardware claims, while also suggesting the device will support hand gestures. The claim about gestures aligns with what analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said in June 2025. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:10 pmWhy is there no app that just lets you record yourself playing electric guitar on iPhone — properly? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWhy is there no app that just lets you record yourself playing electric guitar on iPhone — properly?
I've been learning guitar for a while now and like a lot of people I'm doing most of it online. My teacher asks for video recordings, I use backing tracks, I want to track my progress. The phone is basically central to the whole experience. But actually recording yourself playing electric guitar on an iPhone […]09:34 pm9to5Mac Daily: April 29, 2026 – iOS 27 rumors, 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 Bitwarden: Make your life easier with Bitwarden, featuring a secure, open source password manager with end-to-end encryption and seamless autofill across all your devices. more…09:18 pmFirst time WWDC | Any tips/tricks?
Hi, so i am an 18 year old student/founder from Slovakia, and i got the invite to WWDC 2026. I know, this may have been posted here before, but i just couldn't find any valuable tips from the past years 😄 so do you have any tips/tricks, i can use? Here are some of my […]08:30 pmApple Home recently got better in three ways, here’s what’s new
Apple is expected to launch a wave of new Home products later this year, after iOS 27 brings Siri’s long-awaited overhaul. But there are three ways Apple Home has recently gotten better during the iOS 26 cycle too. Here’s what’s new. more…08:23 pmApple's AI Smart Glasses Likely to Support Hand Gesture Controls
Apple is developing a set of AI smart glasses to rival products like the Meta Ray-Bans, and MacRumors has learned a few more details about Apple's work on the device from an inside source. The AI glasses will include two cameras. A high-resolution camera will be included for capturing photos and videos that can be shared on social media and used like iPhone photos. A second lower-resolution wide-angle lens will read hand gestures and provide visual input for Siri. Apple uses hand gesture-based input for the Vision Pro, and rumors suggest the AirPods Pro will be updated with low-resolution cameras and support for gestures as well. Apple appears to be leaning into gesture support, and it's an ideal input method when no screen is available to interact with. While future versions of the smart glasses could include an integrated display for augmented reality features, the first version will have no display at all. Apple will not include a screen, LiDAR, 3D cameras, or other similar technology because such features are too energy-intensive. Battery life is a major constraint because Apple needs to keep the glasses slim and lightweight. Battery size is the bottleneck behind the hardware decisions that Apple is making, and it's why Apple is opting for a stripped-down feature set. According to recent rumors, Apple is testing multiple styles for the smart glasses, with plans to use acetate. Acetate is a lightweight plant-based material that's more flexible than plastic. Apple's smart glasses will incorporate the smarter version of Siri that Apple plans to introduce in iOS 27. The device will be able to take photos, record video, and make phone calls, plus users will be able to interact with Siri to ask questions about what's around them. The feature set will be similar to the features available in the Meta Ray-Bans that Apple is aiming to compete with. Rumors suggest Apple could preview the glasses later this year, with a launch to follow in 2027, though it's also possible we won't see them announced until 2027.Tag: Apple Smart GlassesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:22 pmRumored Apple Vision Pro team break-up isn't a death knell for the product
A new rumor suggests Apple Vision Pro hardware may be dead, but the dissolution of a team doesn't necessarily mean that pipeline is dead. If anything, it's business as usual.Apple Vision Pro isn't deadWhenever Apple releases a new product category, there seems to be this industry drive to find its weak points and jab at it until it dies. Apple Vision Pro may not be a blockbuster, but it is the entry point to Spatial Computing, which Apple still believes to be its future.According to a report from MacRumors, Apple Vision Pro hardware as it stands in April 2026 may truly be dead. The story suggests that Apple has likely given up on the platform due to a lack of consumer interest after the M5 update. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:13 pmReport: Apple leads satellite smartphone market as adoption hinges on broader use cases | 9 to 5 MacReport: Apple leads satellite smartphone market as adoption hinges on broader use cases
Nearly three out of four satellite-enabled smartphones shipped in 2025 were iPhones, according to a new Counterpoint Research report. Here’s where the market is expected to go next. more…08:01 pmApple’s brilliant new iPhone + Apple Watch ad nails it: ‘Listen to your body. Not everybody’ | Mac Daily NewsApple’s brilliant new iPhone + Apple Watch ad nails it: ‘Listen to your body. Not everybody’
Apple has just released one of its smartest, most relatable health-focused advertisements in years. Titled “Health with iPhone… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:00 pmApple Gives Up On the Vision Pro After M5 Refresh Flop
MacRumors reports that Apple has effectively paused work on Vision Pro after the M5 refresh failed to revive demand. The team has reportedly been reassigned and the company is now shifting focus toward smart glasses instead. From the report: The Vision Pro has been criticized for its high price tag and its uncomfortable weight. The device is over 1.3 pounds, and even with the more comfortable Dual Knit Band that Apple added to redistribute weight, it continues to be hard to wear for long periods of time. The M5 chip added a 120Hz refresh rate, 10 percent more rendered pixels, and around 30 additional minutes of battery life, but the price tag stayed at $3,499, and it ended up not selling well. The Vision Pro has been unpopular since it first launched, and Apple only sold around 600,000 units in total. Insider sources told MacRumors that Apple has received an unusually high percentage of returns, far exceeding any other modern Apple product. [...] If Apple finds a way to create a much cheaper, more comfortable VR headset in the future, the Vision Pro line could be revived, but right now, the company has no plans to launch a new model. Apple has not discontinued the Vision Pro and is continuing to sell the M5 model. Instead of continuing to experiment with virtual reality, Apple is working on smart glasses that will eventually incorporate augmented reality capabilities, but the first version will be similar to the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses with AI and no integrated display. Read more of this story at Slashdot.07:50 pmApple may have pulled the plug on Vision Pro
Apple has reportedly halted work on the Vision Pro AR headset, shifting focus to smart glasses. Here's why. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)07:39 pmYouTube starts rolling out free picture-in-picture (PiP) globally on Android, iOS
After offering in the US, YouTube is making picture-in-picture (PiP) mode free for all users around the world. more…07:31 pmiOS 26.4 adds convenient new iCloud feature, here’s how to enable it
iOS 26.4 launched last month with new features for Apple Music, Podcasts, and a lot more. There’s also a new iOS 26.4 feature that makes iCloud on the web more useful than before thanks to the addition of search. Here’s how to enable it. more…07:22 pmCloudflare Access experiencing delays with audit logs
Apr 29, 19:22 UTCUpdate - We are continuing to investigate this issue.Apr 29, 19:19 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues with delayed Access authentication logs.07:18 pmUPDATE: **Title:** Investigating issues with Classroom. **Description:** We are experiencing an issue with Classroom beginning at Wednesday, 2026-04-29 11:30 PDT. Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide more information by Wednesday, 2026-04-29 13:00 PDT. **Symptoms:** Affected users may experience issues accessing classroom. **Workaround:** No workarounds available at this time. | Google AppsUPDATE: **Title:** Investigating issues with Classroom. **Description:** We are experiencing an issue with Classroom beginning at Wednesday, 2026-04-29 11:30 PDT. Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide more information by Wednesday, 2026-04-29 13:00 PDT. **Symptoms:** Affected users may experience issues accessing classroom. **Workaround:** No workarounds available at this time.
Incident began at 2026-04-29 18:30 (times are in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)).Title: Investigating issues with Classroom. Description: We are experiencing an issue with Classroom beginning at Wednesday, 2026-04-29 11:30 PDT. Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide more information by Wednesday, 2026-04-29 13:00 PDT. Symptoms: Affected users may experience issues accessing classroom. Workaround: No workarounds available at this time. Affected products: Classroom07:03 pmApple’s unassailable moat: How iPhone stays immune to demand destruction
Apple's iPhone has proven remarkably resilient. While the broader smartphone market ebbs and flows, iPhone sales often hold steady… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:31 pmApple Has Given Up on the Vision Pro After M5 Refresh Flop
Apple has all but given up on the Vision Pro after the M5 model failed to revitalize interest in the device, MacRumors has learned. Apple updated the Vision Pro with a faster M5 chip and a more comfortable band in October 2025, but there were no other hardware changes, and consumers still weren't interested. The Vision Pro has been criticized for its high price tag and its uncomfortable weight. The device is over 1.3 pounds, and even with the more comfortable Dual Knit Band that Apple added to redistribute weight, it continues to be hard to wear for long periods of time. The M5 chip added a 120Hz refresh rate, 10 percent more rendered pixels, and around 30 additional minutes of battery life, but the price tag stayed at $3,499, and it ended up not selling well. The Vision Pro has been unpopular since it first launched, and Apple only sold around 600,000 units in total. Insider sources told MacRumors that Apple has received an unusually high percentage of returns, far exceeding any other modern Apple product. Apple has apparently stopped work on the Vision Pro and the Vision Pro team has been redistributed to other teams within Apple. Some former Vision Pro team members are working on Siri, which is not a surprise as Vision Pro chief Mike Rockwell has been leading the Siri team since March 2025. There have been mixed rumors about a new Vision Pro over the last couple of years, with Apple rumored to be working on a lighter-weight Vision Air that's much cheaper, but the project was tabled last year. If Apple finds a way to create a much cheaper, more comfortable VR headset in the future, the Vision Pro line could be revived, but right now, the company has no plans to launch a new model. Apple has not discontinued the Vision Pro and is continuing to sell the M5 model. Instead of continuing to experiment with virtual reality, Apple is working on smart glasses that will eventually incorporate augmented reality capabilities, but the first version will be similar to the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses with AI and no integrated display. Apple has not been able to use the technology developed for the Vision Pro in its smart glasses because that tech draws too much power for a smaller, lighter device.Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProBuyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:03 pmIs AI even good to use for learning?
Off lately I have really gotten bored of all the AI tool. Claude, Codex, Gemini, Chatbots (GPT etc). I using to review code, plan changes, learning new things, work on personal productivity apps and so many things I have worked on number of top 1% very detailed roadmaps (extremely details, to the level where these […]05:53 pmI made an open-source App Store Connect release automation skill for Codex | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI made an open-source App Store Connect release automation skill for Codex
I built a small open-source tool/skill for App Store Connect release work: https://github.com/magrathean-uk/asc-release It’s aimed at iOS/macOS devs using coding agents who still want a controlled release process. The goal is not to have an agent blindly submit your app. The goal is to make the repetitive ASC release steps explicit and safer: verify ASC […]05:51 pmXcode hangs/freezes indefinitely during Archive (Release build) – Works fine on physical device | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingXcode hangs/freezes indefinitely during Archive (Release build) – Works fine on physical device
Hi everyone, I’m hitting a wall with my current Swift project. Everything works perfectly when I build and run the app directly on my iPhone, but whenever I try to Archive it for App Store Connect, Xcode just hangs indefinitely at the same spot. Here’s what I’ve tried so far: Cleaned Build Folder and deleted […]05:46 pmFormula 1’s Miami Grand Prix is on Apple TV, here’s how to watch
Apple TV is home to Formula 1 races for US viewers, and this weekend F1 comes to the US for the Miami Grand Prix—here’s how to watch. more…05:45 pmNew ‘Siri mode’ is reportedly coming to iPhone Camera app in iOS 27
Macworld Another day, another scoop from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman on the features coming to iOS 27 this fall. Gurman leaked three new AI-powered photo-editing features just yesterday, and today he’s got another AI-based feature coming to iPhones. According to his report, Apple is going to give Visual Intelligence a big upgrade, but will also make it easier to discover and use by integrating it into the Camera app via a new Siri mode. Think of it like any other camera mode—video, slo-mo, panorama, etc.—only when in Siri mode, the shutter will reportedly morph into a Siri icon to trigger Visual Intelligence. We previously reported on the big upgrade coming to Visual Intelligence in iOS 27, with much less reliance on ChatGPT for information along with the ability to produce digital tickets/passes from paper ones, read and understand nutritional labels, and add phone numbers and addresses to Contacts. Currently, Visual Intelligence can be summoned by pressing the Camera Button and holding it for a couple seconds or through Control Center, but placing the feature right in the Camera app will ensure almost every iPhone user discovers it and at least tries it out. Apple will unveil iOS 27 (and all the OS 27 updates) at WWDC in June, and it is expected to release this September.05:44 pmiOS 27 could add Siri camera mode and expanded visual AI
Apple adding Siri camera mode and expanded Visual Intelligence should make AI feel core to iPhone with iOS 27. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:30 pmApple Has Likely Abandoned 'iPad Ultra' Plans
Apple has reportedly abandoned plans for a foldable "iPad Ultra" following years of disappointing sales performance for the iPad Pro. The claim predominantly comes from the Weibo leaker known as "Instant Digital," who posted the remark in response to a question about whether the iPad would join a rumored "Ultra" series of Apple devices. Instant Digital listed the Apple Watch Ultra, M-series Ultra chips, "iPhone Ultra," and "MacBook Ultra" with an OLED display as products in the pipeline, but explicitly excluded the iPad from that group, citing weak market performance for the iPad Pro. They added that Apple now has "no plans" to release an iPad Ultra. The iPad Pro's sales struggles are well documented. In October 2024, it was reported that shipment projections for the M4 iPad Pro had been significantly cut after weaker-than-expected demand following its launch earlier that year. DSCC analyst Ross Young lowered his full-year 2024 forecast from up to 10 million units to just 6.7 million, with shipments of the 13-inch model projected to fall by more than 50% and 90% in the third and fourth quarters respectively. Young attributed the sluggish reception in part to the high price point, with the 11-inch model starting at $999 and the 13-inch at $1,299, levels that deter buyers who view tablets as secondary devices alongside a smartphone or laptop. iPad revenue has declined for three consecutive years, and the category accounted for just 6.73% of Apple's total revenue in 2025. In his latest "Power On" newsletter, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said that Apple has been developing a 20-inch foldable iPad, describing the project as a priority for Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering and future Apple CEO John Ternus. Gurman noted, however, that the device "may end up being a wacky experiment that doesn't see the light of day, according to several people who have worked on it." The rumored foldable iPad has a long and troubled development history. Last October, it emerged that engineering challenges tied to weight, features, and display technology had pushed Apple's target launch from 2028 to 2029 or later. The device was reportedly being developed with a large Samsung OLED display, with Apple focused on minimizing the visible crease, just like the upcoming foldable iPhone. Prototype units reportedly weighed around 3.5 pounds, making them heavier than a 14-inch MacBook Pro and nearly three times the weight of a 13-inch iPad Pro. The device could have been priced as high as $3,900, roughly triple the $1,299 starting price of the 13-inch iPad Pro. There has also been uncertainty about how the product would be categorized. In March, Gurman noted that a "gigantic" foldable iPad would challenge Apple's tradition of keeping the Mac and iPad as separate product lines, with some internally describing it as a foldable iPad and others as an all-display MacBook. When closed, the device reportedly resembles a Mac, with an aluminum shell and no exterior display. The design is said to be similar to Huawei's MateBook Fold, an 18-inch foldable tablet currently priced at $3,400. The reports come against a backdrop of Apple's rumored plans to expand its "Ultra" branding across multiple product lines. At least three Ultra devices are believed to be in the pipeline for this year alone: a foldable iPhone Ultra priced at around $2,000, AirPods Ultra with cameras for Visual Intelligence, and a MacBook Ultra featuring a touch-enabled OLED display priced up to 20% above the current MacBook Pro lineup. A source speaking to Macworld subsequently corroborated the iPhone Ultra and MacBook Ultra names. Apple already applies the "Ultra" moniker to Apple Watch Ultra, M-series Ultra chips, and CarPlay Ultra. An iPad Ultra might seem like a natural fit for a family of higher-end, more experimental hardware at the top of each lineup, but with the iPad Pro already struggling to find buyers at its current price point, the question of whether sufficient demand exists for an even more expensive iPad may be answering itself.Related Roundup: iPad ProTags: Bloomberg, Foldable iPad, Instant Digital, John Ternus, Mark GurmanBuyer's Guide: iPad Pro (Neutral)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:23 pmLHR (London) on 2026-04-30
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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass - Purple – G1EU2LL/A $1,609.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 16GB unified memory 512GB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…10:14 pmRefurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Blue – G1K52LL/A – $2,459.00 | Refurb TrackerRefurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Blue – G1K52LL/A – $2,459.00
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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Orange – G1EV0LL/A $1,439.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 24GB unified memory 256GB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…10:14 pmRefurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Purple – G1K71LL/A – $2,119.00 | Refurb TrackerRefurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Purple – G1K71LL/A – $2,119.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass - Purple – G1K71LL/A $2,119.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 32GB unified memory 1TB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…10:14 pmRefurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Yellow – G1EL2LL/A – $1,609.00 | Refurb TrackerRefurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Yellow – G1EL2LL/A – $1,609.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass - Yellow – G1EL2LL/A $1,609.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 16GB unified memory 512GB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…10:14 pmRefurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Orange – G1K85LL/A – $1,949.00 | Refurb TrackerRefurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Orange – G1K85LL/A – $1,949.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Orange – G1K85LL/A $1,949.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 32GB unified memory 1TB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…09:44 pm