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- 09:46 amSMS Delivery Delays to Coop Network in Italy
Dec 27, 01:46 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Coop Network in Italy. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.08:25 amThis holiday season, spend less time scrubbing videos for that one perfect frame and more time with your family | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingThis holiday season, spend less time scrubbing videos for that one perfect frame and more time with your family
In 4 easy steps and a few seconds, PRIVATELY: Step 1: Choose a video Step 2: Choose a reference picture with clear face Step 3: ???? Step 4: Print out, upscale, hang on wall or put in album. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/moments-vault/id6756465301 The one time fee is the price of a coffee. For launch week, it is also […]08:00 amYou can now get Microsoft Office for life for $30
Macworld TL;DR: Get Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more for life when you get a lifetime license for Microsoft Office on sale for $30. Microsoft 365 isn’t the only way to get apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. It’s definitely not the cheapest, especially when you never know if Microsoft is going to raise the price of a subscription again. If you want another option, check out Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019. The apps may be a little older, but they still work great with modern hardware, and you can get a lifetime license on sale for $29.97 (reg. $229). This lifetime license comes with Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook OneNote Teams Classic If you’re used to Microsoft 365, these apps may look a little different, but they still work great whether you need daily productivity tools for work or apps to help you get through the semester. And you don’t have to worry about sudden price hikes or ongoing costs from a subscription. Right now, it’s only $29.97 to get Microsoft Office Home and Business 2019 for Mac. Sale ends soon. Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for MacSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amThis new tool protects you from lost emails, and it’s only $35 for life
Macworld TL;DR: Mail Backup X helps you organize and back up your inbox, and it’s only $35 for life. Email has a way of piling up until something important disappears and you realize you never set up a real backup plan. Recovering messages at that point is stressful, slow, and usually involves multiple accounts and export files. Mail Backup X is a simple way to create long-term archives you can search, restore, and move between accounts when needed. Right now, it’s only $34.97 to get a lifetime subscription (reg. $179). This lifetime subscription supports Apple Mail, Outlook, Office 365, Exchange, Thunderbird, Postbox, Gmail, Yahoo, GMX, and any service that works with IMAP. You can back up one account or several, and you can store those backups locally or mirror them to cloud services like Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Pcloud, or an FTP server. Mail Backup X compresses archives to save space and includes a viewer that lets you search through old messages without restoring the entire backup. It also imports a wide range of formats, including PST, OST, mbox, olk, eml, and rge, which makes migrations faster. If you move to a new Office 365 account, the software can push everything over for you. Encryption works with your own private key, so only you can read your data. You get lifetime access on two devices, and updates are included. Use code ARCHIVE by January 11 at 11:59 p.m. PT to get a Mail Backup X Lifetime Subscription on sale for $34.97. Mail Backup X Individual Edition: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.07:01 am3 months stuck in Apple Developer Program enrollment as a 501(c)(3) – anyone successfully break through? | Reddit on iOS Programming3 months stuck in Apple Developer Program enrollment as a 501(c)(3) – anyone successfully break through?
Sort of at my wits' end. Since October, I've been trying to enroll my newly formed 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the Apple Developer Program as an organization. The whole purpose of the nonprofit is to build digital tools for people, so this is kind of essential. What I have: DUNS number ✓ IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter […]06:40 amUploading a TestFlight build for a client with an Individual App Store Connect account using manual certificates & provisioning profiles | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingUploading a TestFlight build for a client with an Individual App Store Connect account using manual certificates & provisioning profiles
Hi everyone, I’m trying to upload a TestFlight build for a client who has an Individual App Store Connect account. I’m using my own Apple ID for development and setting up manual certificates and provisioning profiles. Here’s my situation: Client has an Individual Apple Developer account They invited me to App Store Connect as Admin. […]04:10 amBottom toolbar showing behind Tab bar in iOS 26
Seeing a bug where if I attach a bottom bar inside a pushed view onto a navigation stack, it renders behind the TabBar and not above it. It works fine in iOS 18. Wondering if this is a bug or is this the intended behavior? Looks like regression to me. https://i.redd.it/tzp4puub8o9g1.gif Sample Code: import SwiftUI […]01:55 amApp Reviews yes or no
is it good practice to include a pop up to suggest they leave a review? My dls are still low (41 units) but I don’t have any reviews. I haven’t asked for them but starting to think I should? submitted by /u/Ill-Needleworker7641 [link] [comments]12:09 amUsing Pythonkit for iOS
I’m trying to use python in one of my projects however I’m running into a wall. After running I’m immediately hit with the “Python library not found. Set the PYTHON_LIBRARY environment variable with the path to a Python Library”. Is there a workaround I’m missing? submitted by /u/C_montana [link] [comments]12:03 amDevs who have actually gained traction: what is the best mobile app marketing strategy for us right now? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingDevs who have actually gained traction: what is the best mobile app marketing strategy for us right now?
I’ve realized recently that I can spend hours happily refactoring code or fighting with Swift concurrency, but the moment I have to switch hats to "marketing," I freeze up. There is so much conflicting advice out there. Some people swear by TikTok/Reels, others say it’s all about Apple Search Ads, and some claim ASO is […]Friday December 2609:52 pmTurn Families’ Videos to Perfect Photos Quickly, Privately and Cheaply
Hi everyone, I had 1000s of clips of my daughter growing up that I'd like to put into albums to view but videos just don't work like that. So I built a small utilities app to extract best moments from them. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/moments-vault/id6756465301 Now I can upscale, print out and remember how she used to fit […]09:33 pmResume structure questions for iOS internships/junior roles
Hello everyone, I'm a software Engineering student focusing on iOS and applying to internships and some junior roles. I don't have formal iOS work experience yet, so my resume is project focused(two shipped iOS apps + one embedded systems project with iOS companion app). I have two main questiions. Is it okay to order projects […]09:16 pmApple Agentic development tool
Hey, I’ll be posting skills and prompts so you can improve your iOS agents First Skill: AI skill that saves you time when posting to the App Store (by looking through your code and finding contradictions with Apple’s Guildelines) https://github.com/gygantskiyMatilyock/ios-developer-agents submitted by /u/Ok_Metal_2640 [link] [comments]09:08 pmTrying to make photo cleaning less boring—added a way to “Rediscover” random memories inside filters. Thoughts on the flow? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingTrying to make photo cleaning less boring—added a way to “Rediscover” random memories inside filters. Thoughts on the flow?
Hi everyone, I've been working on a photo manager app and realized that cleaning up isn't just about deleting; it's also about rediscovering old photos you forgot existed. I just shipped a feature that works like a "Shuffle" button for specific filters. For example, you can filter by "2 years ago" or "Favorites" and hit […]08:17 pmAmazon slashes $250 off M4 MacBook Air models, prices from $749
Amazon's year-end MacBook Air sale slashes $250 off a variety of M4 models, including configs with 24GB RAM.Save $250 on a variety of M4 MacBook Air models with year-end savings - Image credit: AppleAmazon's cheapest M4 MacBook Air deal is back for $749.99, reflecting a $250 discount on the 16GB/256GB model.Buy M4 MacBook Air from $749.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:34 pmHomeKit Weekly: Aqara Presence Multi-Sensor FP300 brings Thread and motion automations to your smart home | 9 to 5 MacHomeKit Weekly: Aqara Presence Multi-Sensor FP300 brings Thread and motion automations to your smart home
Aqara is introducing a new presence sensor that is a natural addition for HomeKit users who want reliable automations without the need for a camera. The new Aqara FP300 combines mmWave presence sensing with a traditional PIR sensor and also adds on light, temperature, and humidity readings. For Apple users, the big story is Thread and Matter support, allowing it to easily integrate with the Home app for fast, room-aware automations. more…07:22 pmSome Encouragement For You This Holiday Season 🎄
You spent weeks working on an MVP. Cleaned up the UI, shipped it, it’s on the App Store and only got 20 users to pay for your app. You think it’s a lost, it’s not getting “traction”. But you have done something most can’t do “make money on the internet”. Some startups get funded millions […]07:14 pmSMS Delivery Delays to Claro in Colombia
Dec 26, 11:14 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Claro in Colombia. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.07:11 pmAn Apple Gift Card is the easiest way to try Apple’s best services
If you’re an Apple fan, chances are you unwrapped at least one Apple Gift Card this holiday season. These gift cards can be used for App Store purchases, Apple Store purchases, and Apple services like Apple Music and Apple TV. more…06:51 pmSwiftUI hex color
I am probably not going to explain this very well, but hopefully someone can follow. When creating a new entry the user can select both the background color and font color which is saved as in the database. My question would be how can I get it to save the opposite color so that it […]06:48 pmWes Hilliard's best tech in 2025: Apple Vision Pro, Invites, & e-bikes
It's been another busy year in tech, and while there were some interesting innovations, a few devices stand out for Wesley Hilliard. Here are his picks for his top tech in 2025.Tech has had an interesting year, and Apple Vision Pro is the capThere's a lot more going on in the tech world than what Apple releases in a given year. It saw a few important updates through 2025, but I'm focusing more on the ecosystem around Apple products rather than the products themselves.Well, with one exception. I could put the iPhone 17 Pro Max here and talk more about the cameras and other upgrades, but what I'm more excited about is the Apple Vision Pro with M5. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:41 pmPrice drop: Generate images, text, logos and more with lifetime access to this AI platform | Cult of MacPrice drop: Generate images, text, logos and more with lifetime access to this AI platform
All-in-one platform gives businesses AI tools for writing, chatbots, and logo and art generation. Save on a lifetime AI MagicX subscription. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:22 pmToday in Apple history: Steve Jobs loses ‘Man of the Year’ award to the PC
On December 26, 1982, "Time" magazine named the personal computer its "Machine of the Year." The news devastated Steve Jobs. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:57 pmSMS Delivery Delays to Multiple Networks in United States of America for a Subset of Shortcodes | TwilioSMS Delivery Delays to Multiple Networks in United States of America for a Subset of Shortcodes
Dec 26, 08:57 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays to multiple networks in the United States of America for a subset of shortcodes. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.04:46 pmNew LG GM9 5K mini LED display adopts AI scaling, anti-blooming tech
Global brand LG is launching a new line of high resolution monitors ahead of CES 2026, including two gaming monitors, and one model particularly suited to Mac users.LG's new line of UltraGear evo monitorsFor the initial round of monitors under the new brand, LG is including three models — 39GX950B, 27GM950B, and 52G930B. The GM9 will be the most enticing for Apple users and claims to fix one of mini LED's biggest issues."The new UltraGear evo marks a definitive turning point, signaling the end of compromises in gaming display performance," said Lee Choong-hwoan, head of the Display Business at the LG Media Entertainment Solution Company. With innovations like industry-first 5K AI Upscaling, the lineup ensures that whether gamers prefer perfect blacks, unmatched brightness, or expansive scale, they can enjoy the same high standard of performance, clarity and immersion in high resolution." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:34 pmCreate .xcappdata from ios simulator
I know how to download files *.xcappdata from iOS device and use it during test and running simulation. There is a similar feature for downloading data from iOS simulator? Now I manually copy/restore application folder inside the simulator but using the xCode functionality can be very handy. thanks.04:30 pmIs there a way to programmatically call ‘use as wallpaper’?
Trying to figure out if it's possible to have a button that brings up the 'use as wallpaper' selection from Photos, and I feed it a specific image. submitted by /u/threeandseven [link] [comments]04:17 pmJust unwrap new AirPods Pro? Here are the must-try features
Did you just unwrap new AirPods Pro? If so, it’s key that you know there is a lot more to the experience than just listening to music and podcasts. Here are some of my recommendations for new AirPods Pro users. more…03:52 pmWhat’s your favorite Apple sample project?
Apple has a lot of sample projects out there. Is there any project in particular that you find particularly helpful and you learned a lot from it? submitted by /u/ifhd_ [link] [comments]03:38 pmApple Wallet got two feature upgrades it really needed in iOS 26
Apple Wallet got a bunch of new features in iOS 26, including the recently released Digital ID that, along with AI order tracking, fix key shortcomings in previously launched Wallet features. more…03:00 pmHKWorkout after discarding still affects activity rings
Hi, I’m currently trying to use a HKWorkout and builder to get the users heart rate a few times per minute to detect if the user is asleep or not, and then after discard the workout to not show up in the fitness app as an actual workout. But I’m running into the problem where […]02:57 pmThis AI video enhancer for Mac fixes blur, reduces noise, and upscales to 4K
Aiarty Video Enhancer can remove noise, reduce blur, and enhance your old videos to become watchable in beautiful 4K on your modern devices.Image source: AiartyAs content creators on Mac know, improving footage isn't always simple. We've all faced clips that are noisy, blurry, or simply too low in resolution to look great on modern screens.Whether it is cherished family videos, clips exported from old iMovie projects, or legacy mobile footage, traditional tools often fall short. Continue Reading on AppleInsider02:51 pmSergey Brin thought he had his Steve Jobs moment with the failed Google Glass
Looking back on Google Glass, Google co-founder Sergey Brin thought he was "the next Steve Jobs," a mindset that pushed the device out the door before it was ready for consumers.Sergey Brin wearing Google GlassSmart glasses are back, though whether or not that's a good thing remains to be seen. Meta's Ray-Ban Meta lineup is the current most well-known iteration of the technology, but it's certainly not the first.All the way back in 2012, Google introduced Google Glass, a lensless pair of smart glasses, to a limited audience. While Glass wasn't the first pair of smart glasses, it was certainly the most widely known. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:00 pmTop 10 Apple setups of 2025
Cult of Mac's top 10 Apple setups of 2025 excel in raw computing power, aesthetic beauty, functional innovation -- or all three. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)12:43 pmHow to buy a refurbished iPhone without getting burned
Buying refurbished tech is one of the easiest ways to save cash, cut waste, and still score a great iPhone, but, if you're not careful, you can lose your money. Here's what to look out for, and how to keep yourself safe.iPhone 15 ProI personally love buying refurbished gear. My M2 MacBook Air was a refurb that I snagged from NewEgg.Not only did I save money, but I also managed to keep a device out of the landfill, which is kind of a big deal for me. And as I'm notoriously slow to upgrade my devices, it'll have a long, happy life in my home. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:31 pmRide1Up Portola e-bike review: A foldable e-bike geared towards the everyman
The Ride1Up Portola takes some getting used to even if you're coming from another e-bike, and is an excellent blend of features, performance, and price.Ride1Up PortolaI love biking. I've talked about this extensively in the past.In 2023, I received the Gravel edition of the Roadster V2, a "stealthy" e-bike from Ride1Up. Before that, I hadn't hopped into the bike saddle since I was in high school. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:22 pmFirst half of 2025 in review on the AppleInsider Podcast
It's been a busy year for Apple and alongside this week's news, it's time to look at just what happened when — from Apple Intelligence woes to brand new devices.First of two special AppleInsider Podcast episodes looking back over Apple's 2025T'was the week of Christmas and yet all around were still stirring yet more discussion of Apple staffers quitting the company. Join us as we may well be able to conclusively prove there's no mass exodus.But then also join us for news of the iPhone Fold, enthusiasm about the iPad Pro and Nintendo Switch 2, and guarded enthusing about Final Cut Pro. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:15 pm2026 iPad preview: What to expect from Apple’s next tablet lineup
Macworld The iPad lineup has settled into a predictable and stable update cycle in recent years. Major redesigns are rare, with Apple mostly focusing on internal upgrades such as faster chips, better displays, and incremental refinements. And according to multiple rumors, we already have an idea of what to expect from the iPad lineup in 2026. Based on information reported by Macworld and other reliable sources, Apple is gearing up to launch another wave of minor iPad refreshes with spec bumps. Read on as we detail which iPads will be updated and which won’t over the course of the coming year. Entry-level, 12th-gen iPad: A much faster chip The base model iPad is certainly the right choice for most people who just want a good tablet at an affordable price. This iPad is especially popular in the education segment, with Apple offering it for only $329 to students. In 2025, Apple gave its iPad such a small update that it wasn’t even capable of running Apple Intelligence, but in 2026, it looks like it will get a much more significant spec bump. As previously reported by Macworld, the 12th-generation iPad is expected to debut in 2026 with the faster A19 chip, replacing the A16 found in the current 11th-generation model. The A19 chip is the same as the one in the iPhone 17, and is more than 50 percent faster than the A16 chip in the current iPad. The entry-level iPad could be getting a much faster chip next year.Foundry With the upgrade, the entry-level iPad will finally support more advanced capabilities, including Apple Intelligence. It will also become a great option for gamers, as the A19 chip can run console-level games with ease. In addition to the A19 chip, Apple is also expected to bring its new N1 wireless chip to the new iPad. This is Apple’s first custom wireless chip to handle both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, delivering both better performance and energy efficiency. Reports suggest that Apple will keep the same overall design, display, and camera system. This means that the 12th-gen iPad will likely have the same 60Hz LCD panel as the current generation, as well as Touch ID in the power button. While the idea of having the same design and display for another year may not sound exciting, most buyers looking for an entry-level iPad are more interested in having a reliable tablet at a lower price. The A19 chip will make the next entry-level iPad very future-proof. iPad Air: M4 comes to the middle of the lineup The iPad Air has increasingly become Apple’s “sweet spot” tablet, offering near-Pro performance without the Pro price tag. In 2026, that positioning looks set to continue. Macworld has reported that Apple plans to update the iPad Air with the M4 chip, replacing the current M3. The jump from M3 to M4 isn’t significant, but most users don’t upgrade their iPad every year anyway. The idea is certainly to make the product more appealing to first-time buyers or those upgrading from a much older iPad. The iPad Air is reportdly getting an M4 in 2026.Foundry The upgrade appears to be almost entirely internal. Just like the next entry-level iPad model, the M4 iPad Air will also feature Apple’s N1 wireless chip and possibly the C1 modem. Otherwise, the design, display, and cameras are all expected to remain unchanged. The current iPad Air is available in 11-inch and 13-inch screen options, both with a 60Hz LCD panel. Apple is comfortable with the current Air design, which already supports Magic Keyboard and the latest Apple Pencil Pro. Plus, the iPad Air is already compatible with features including Apple Intelligence and Stage Manager. In short, the iPad Air will get even better and more powerful with M4, just don’t expect it to have the same fancy display and design as the iPad Pro. iPad mini: The next to get OLED While both the entry-level iPad and iPad Air will retain the same display technology for another year, the next generation of iPad mini may surprise us with a more modern display. According to Bloomberg, the 8th-gen iPad mini could feature an OLED panel for the first time. Other sources have already corroborated that the smallest iPad will have its LCD screen replaced by an OLED display made by Samsung. The iPad mini could be in for an OLED upgrade next year.Foundry OLED panels are brighter and have better contrast than LCD, as each pixel is controlled individually. Currently, the iPad Pro is the only iPad to feature OLED, though it’s unclear whether the OLED panel in the new iPad mini will feature ProMotion with a higher refresh rate or remain limited to 60Hz. When it comes to performance, MacRumors reported that the iPad mini 8 will be powered by the A19 Pro chip – the same as the iPhone 17 Pro models. The chip is about 30 percent faster than the A17 Pro in the iPad mini 7. It’s not a huge leap, but it’s enough to keep the iPad mini on par with the latest Apple devices. In addition, a separate Bloomberg report suggested that the next iPad mini could be the first water-resistant iPad. Unfortunately for iPad mini fans, rumors about the release date are quite conflicting. While some believe it may arrive in late 2026, it seems more likely that the iPad mini 8 will be held back until 2027. iPad Pro: Don’t expect a new model anytime soon Of all the iPads Apple makes, the one least likely to make headlines next year is the iPad Pro. That’s because Apple has just released the M5 iPad Pro, and a new model is unlikely to arrive until spring 2027, about 18 months after the release of the latest model. According to rumors, Apple is already working on a new iPad Pro with the yet-to-be-announced M6 chip. However, the M6 is still a year away from being announced, as is the next generation of iPad Pro. In addition to the new chip, the next generation of iPad Pro is also rumored to feature vapor chamber cooling, just like the iPhone 17 Pro. Given that Apple has already refreshed the iPad Pro design with the M4 models in 2024, another redesign for 2027 is highly unlikely. The iPad Pro probably won’t get an update until 2027.Foundry Should you buy a new iPad now or wait? Whether you should buy an iPad now or wait depends largely on which model you’re considering and the age of your current iPad. If you’re looking at the entry-level model, waiting for the next generation is definitely worth it. Despite no changes to the design or display, the jump from the A16 to the A19 chip will not only bring significantly better performance, but also enable support for more iPadOS features. For the iPad Air, the decision is less clear-cut. The move from M3 to M4 won’t dramatically change the experience for most users, and the current iPad Air is already extremely capable. If you find a good deal on an M3 iPad Air, buying now still makes sense. iPad mini buyers may want to hold off if possible. An OLED display and A19 Pro chip would be meaningful upgrades, even if the release timeline remains unclear. That said, if you need a compact iPad today, the current model remains a solid option, especially given that the new mini may not arrive until 2027. As for the iPad Pro, don’t hesitate to buy one. With the M5 models just released and no major update expected in the near future, there’s little reason to wait unless you’re specifically holding out for next-generation features like vapor chamber cooling.12:13 pm“Not now” button is not clickable for SKStoreReviewController.requestReview. Is that norm? | Reddit on iOS Programming“Not now” button is not clickable for SKStoreReviewController.requestReview. Is that norm?
https://preview.redd.it/n1dfg5p1ij9g1.png?width=981&format=png&auto=webp&s=d515e3dcfea0e6bbe65f99cf8ba444ff7c6b3b34 I did some testing with SKStoreReviewController.requestReview. I noticed that the dialog isn’t closed when I tap the “Not Now” button. Is this the expected behavior? Are users being forced to select a star rating? Thanks. submitted by /u/yccheok [link] [comments]12:00 pmGot a New iPhone 17? How to Use All the New Features
Apple's iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max have been available to buy since September, and a fair few will have been gifted over the holidays. If you're the proud owner of one of Apple's latest models, then keep reading. Whether you're upgrading from an older iPhone or completely new to the devices, this article will help you get the most out your new iPhone. MacRumors has put together the following series of iPhone 17 how-to articles explaining all the new features that can be found on Apple's newest models. All iPhone 17 Models (Incl. iPhone Air) Dynamic Island Explained: What It Does and How to Use It iPhone 17 Camera Control: Everything You Need to Know Action Button: What It Does and How to Customize It How to Use the New Center Stage Front Camera How to Rotate the Front Camera Without Changing iPhone Orientation How to Disable Center Stage Front Camera Auto-Zoom How to Disable Center Stage Front Camera Auto-Rotate How to Enable Dual Capture Video Recording How to Disable Adaptive Power Mode (On by Default) How to Hard Reset or Force Restart All iPhone 17 Models iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max How to Use 8x Optical Zoom Shooting Video in Apple's New ProRes RAW Format iOS 26 Ultimate iOS 26 Walkthrough: Guides and How Tos for Every New Feature Tone Down Apple's New Liquid Glass Design for Improved Legibility iOS 26 Setup Guide: 10 Things You Should Do First Tint App Icons to Match Your New iPhone 17 Color Tint App Icons to Match Your iPhone's Case Color iOS 26: All the New iPhone Lock Screen Customizations All the New iPhone Ringtones in iOS 26 iOS 26 Camera App: New Features and Design ChangesHappy holidays!This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:53 amSMS Delivery Delays To Orange Network In Cameroon
Dec 26, 03:53 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to orange network in Cameroon . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.11:50 amWhy I’ve stopped using modular / clean architecture in my personal projects | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWhy I’ve stopped using modular / clean architecture in my personal projects
I've been coding Swift for 5 years now. Besides work, I've started dozens of personal projects and followed religiously the "clean" architecture because it felt like the right thing to do. Dozens of layers, abstractions, protocols because "you never know" when you need to re-use that logic. Besides that, I've started extracting the logic into […]11:30 amJust got AirPods Pro 3? These 10 tips will turn you into an instant expert
Macworld The AirPods Pro 3 are Apple’s most feature-rich earbuds, offering advanced tools and settings to fine-tune users’ everyday listening experience. From touch and pressure sensitivity to health monitoring and immersive audio output, the latest AirPods are jam-packed with futuristic technology, despite their miniature design. Apple AirPods Pro 3 Read our review Price When Reviewed: $249 Best Prices Today: $199 at Walmart | $199.49 at Amazon | $199.99 at Target The AirPods Pro 3 are highly customizable, letting you control the stem behavior, audio output, charging habits, and much more. While the default preferences work well for most users, there are some settings you may want to adjust to better suit your life. It’s worth noting that some of these options are exclusive to the AirPods Pro 3, while others also work with other select models, such as the AirPods 4 and Pro 2. 1. Pairing process Pairing your AirPods Pro 3 with your iPhone requires a one-time, straightforward setup. Simply place the charging case next to your iPhone and open its lid. A relevant sheet should instantaneously pop up on iOS—hit the Connect button. Once done, your iPhone will prompt you to tap twice on the charging case’s back to confirm the action. Going forward, your AirPods will automatically connect to your iPhone and any of your iCloud devices whenever you take them out of their case. Another Apple ecosystem perk is Automatic Device Switching. The feature works by automatically changing the audio source device depending on your playback activity. So, if they’re connected to your Mac and you start playing music on iOS, for example, your AirPods will shift to your iPhone. If you’re unhappy with this behavior, you can head to the Settings app > [your name]’s AirPods > Connect to This iPhone, then select When Last Connected to This iPhone (rather than Automatically). Foundry 2. Audible announcements Your AirPods Pro 3 can announce incoming notifications, which can be helpful when your iPhone is out of reach. The feature, however, can become too intrusive if you receive lots of messages, as it’ll constantly interrupt your music and lower its volume to read every delivered text. Fortunately, you can turn it off completely or for select apps by going to Settings > Notifications > Announce Notifications. If you’ve opted for notification and call announcements, you can also customize the AirPods Pro 3’s head gestures. The feature lets you interact with alerts by nodding or moving your head side to side. You can try and customize these shortcuts by going to AirPods settings and visiting the Head Gestures menu. 3. Tailored tips To accommodate different ear shapes, the AirPods Pro 3 support five tip sizes. If the default medium ear tip feels off, you can try one of the other variants included in the AirPods’ box. To confirm that the seal is good, you can go to AirPods settings and tap on Test Acoustic Seal. After following the on-screen instructions, iOS will inform you of any needed adjustments. To improve spatial audio’s performance and precision, you can scan your ears using the Personalized Spatial Audio section. This will create a unique sound profile that syncs across all of your compatible Apple devices. Foundry 4. Stem settings The AirPods Pro 3’s stems can react to your presses and swipes. To customize what pressing and holding does to either stem, you can head to Press And Hold AirPods in AirPods settings. This lets you pick between triggering Siri and toggling ANC or other Listening Modes. Similarly, you can choose what single and double stem presses do during a call under the Call Controls menu. This enables you to quickly mute/unmute an ongoing call or end it without interacting with your iPhone. Likewise, you can press once or press and hold when the Camera app is open to shoot by setting up the Camera Remote feature under the Camera Control menu. If you tend to run under the pouring rain, then the water drops will likely trigger the swipe gesture on the AirPods’ stems and lower the volume of your music. To disable the touch-sensitive surface, go to Accessibility in AirPods settings and turn off Volume Swipe. Foundry 5. Hearing help The AirPods Pro 3 can evaluate your hearing and double as hearing aids if needed. To get started, go to AirPods settings and tap on Take a Hearing Test. Once the test concludes, you can enable the Hearing Assistance feature if hearing loss has been detected. This will amplify surrounding sounds based on your personal test results. Foundry 6. Battery boosting If you tend to leave your AirPods’ case charging overnight, it’s best to enable the Optimized Charge Limit option under the Battery menu in AirPods settings. The feature learns from your usage habits and pauses charging as needed to preserve your battery’s health. Speaking of the battery, you may also want to familiarize yourself with the compatible charger types. You can top up the AirPods Pro 3 case using a USB-C cable or opt for one of the several wireless charging options. These include Qi, Qi2, MagSafe, and Apple Watch wireless chargers. Foundry 7. Cardio controls The AirPods Pro 3 offer a heart rate monitor to collect data during workouts. However, the sensor measures your heartbeat even when you’re wearing an Apple Watch, which can consume power unnecessarily. To prolong your AirPods’ battery life and limit the potentially redundant readings, you can disable the Heart Rate toggle in AirPods settings if you’re relying on an Apple Watch. 8. Translation training If you’re living in a foreign country or plan to visit one soon, the AirPods Pro 3 can translate your conversations in real time. For the feature to work, however, you will first need to download the relevant language pair to your iPhone. Go to Languages in AirPods settings, then download the needed packages. Once ready, you can press and hold both stems simultaneously to initiate a live translation session. 9. Sleep sensing Your AirPods Pro 3 pack sensors that can detect when you fall asleep. If you tend to snooze while listening to your favorite podcast or playlist, you can toggle Pause Media When Falling Asleep in AirPods settings to automatically stop the playback whenever you doze off. 10. Beta builds This one’s for the adventurous, tech-savvy users. If you’re keen on trying new AirPods features before they launch to the general public, you can enable the toggle under AirPods Beta Updates in AirPods settings. For this to work, however, you’ll first need to be running the iOS beta on your paired iPhone. Keep in mind that beta firmware can break essential features or brick your AirPods altogether. There’s no easy way to downgrade to the latest stable firmware or revive your AirPods if they die or you’re unhappy with the experience. If these are risks you’re willing to take, you can get a sneak peek of upcoming software additions and provide feedback to Apple.10:47 amSMS Delivery Delays To Multiple Networks In The United Kingdom
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Macworld For many people, the Apple Watch is primarily a fitness tracker and an extension to the iPhone. It conveniently mirrors iOS notifications, calls, and messages, letting users stay updated without taking their phones out. What a lot of wearers don’t know, though, is how powerful and feature-packed watchOS really is, and how much your smartwatch can accomplish. Below are 10 Apple Watch perks you’re probably unfamiliar with. Top 3 Apple Watch features Use your Apple Watch as a TV remote! Find a lost iPhone! Control your iPhone’s camera! Read on to learn about these features and more! Add any QR code to your Wallet If you’re a watchOS user, chances are you’re already relying on Apple Pay to quickly make payments from your wrist. Similarly, the Apple Watch automatically syncs compatible tickets whenever you add them to the Wallet app on iOS. This lets you enter venues and board planes by double-clicking the side button and scanning the QR code on the smartwatch’s display. But what if your favorite gym, cinema, or airline doesn’t officially offer Apple Wallet cards for purchased tickets or memberships? Fortunately, you can manually create an Apple Watch card using any QR code. Simply download the Wallet Creator app on your iPhone, create the card, and add it to the Wallet app on iOS. In a few seconds, the newly created card should also appear on your Apple Watch when you double-click its side button. This spares you from digging through your emails or third-party apps whenever you need to cross compatible gates. Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Text when your iPhone is away It’s no secret that cellular-enabled Apple Watches can independently make calls and send texts. But did you know that regular Wi-Fi models can also do that, even when your iPhone is off or in a different location? All you need to do is connect to a Wi-Fi network. Open the Settings app on your watch, then Wi-Fi, and enter the name and password of the network you want to connect to. Once connected, you’ll be able to send and receive iMessages and make FaceTime audio calls to other Apple users right from your wrist. This is especially helpful during emergencies if your iPhone dies or gets stolen. Browse the web on your wrist Another hidden Messages feature is the built-in web view that provides a basic Safari experience on watchOS. All you have to do is iMessage yourself a link, then open it on your Apple Watch. The feature also supports the Reader perk, which presents articles neatly and hides distracting items. Reading articles on a smartwatch’s tiny display probably won’t be a regular habit, but it could come in handy in certain situations. Put an iPod on your wrist You probably already use your Apple Watch’s native Now Playing app to control the music streaming on your iPhone. However, many users miss out on watchOS’s native playback perk. Simply pair AirPods or third-party Bluetooth headphones to your smartwatch, and stream directly from Apple Music if you have an internet connection. For offline listening, both Apple Music and Spotify support downloading playlists to the wearable’s local storage, letting you leave your iPhone behind. This makes it possible to run outdoors with just your Apple Watch and a pair of wireless earbuds. Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Never lose your Apple TV remote If you have an Apple TV, there’s a handy Remote app installed on your watch that lets you fully control your television. Even on this miniature screen, the interface manages to fit all of the main buttons, letting you switch apps, go back, navigate, control the volume, and more. It’s ideal for when you’re cooking or cleaning and don’t want to dirty the physical Siri Remote or your iPhone. Or those times when neither of those items is conveniently to hand. You can similarly control other smart home appliances that rely on the HomeKit infrastructure using the native Home app on watchOS. I often use it to change the color of my light bulbs when Siri—in typical Siri fashion—fails to process my voice commands. Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Quickly contact other Apple Watch users Apart from FaceTime and iMessage, the Apple Watch offers an exclusive communication tool that seemingly very few people use. Walkie-Talkie is a built-in app that lets you quickly contact other watchOS users using your voice. Once you add a friend there, you can communicate verbally in real time using the FaceTime audio technology. When you’re in a meeting or just don’t want to be reached, you can toggle off your availability. While most users probably prefer regular audio messages or phone calls, the Walkie-Talkie app makes it easier to get quick answers for minor questions—like what brand of milk to get from the supermarket. It mostly caters to best friends, family members, and partners, as having less intimate acquaintances reach you at any time would be too intrusive. Mahmoud Itani / Foundry Find a lost iPhone If you often misplace your iPhone, you’ve likely made use of the handy Ping toggle in the Apple Watch’s Control Center. When you tap it, your iPhone produces a loud screech if it’s within Bluetooth range. What you probably don’t know, though, is that pressing and holding on that toggle will also make your iPhone’s camera LED flash. This makes it possible to locate your phone in a pitch-black environment. Listen to the time Did you know that your Apple Watch can tell the time? Literally, I mean. Once you enable the Speak Time toggle in Clock settings, you can have watchOS announce the current time audibly by holding two fingers on the watch face. I sometimes use this feature when I wake up in the morning to identify the time without opening my heavy eyelids. Control your iPhone’s camera If you’re living the solo life and often need to record videos or take photos of yourself, this one’s for you. watchOS offers a built-in Camera Remote app that transforms your Apple Watch into a viewfinder for your iPhone’s Camera app. This ensures you’re in frame and helps you fine-tune composition before shooting. The app also offers handy shortcuts to some of the Camera app’s buttons, like the shutter, zoom, and flash. Your Apple Watch can do a lot more than count steps and track activiity.Foundry Calculate the tip with ease For the last tip, your Apple Watch can actually calculate how much you need to tip at restaurants. Just input the bill’s total in the native Calculator app and hit the Tip button. You can then choose the percentage and optionally the number of people splitting it, et voilà! Apple Watch can do more than you think The Apple Watch has come a long way. What once used to be a dependent accessory can now perform most basic smartphone tasks on its own. That’s even more practical for those with an active cellular plan. It’s true that performing most of these tasks would be more practical using the wider iPhone screen. But there are still instances when the Apple Watch makes more sense. Sometimes your hands are occupied, other times your iPhone is out of charge—regardless of your reasons, it’s comforting to know that the wearable strapped to your wrist at all times can connect you to your loved ones, play your favorite tunes, unlock electric doors, control and find other devices, and much more. Over and out. For even more things to do with an Apple Watch see our guide to the cool things Apple Watch can do. We also have a guide to All the things an Apple Watch can do without an iPhone and we also examine the pros and cons of a cellular Apple Watch.09:20 am12 hidden iPhone features it’s time to finally start using in 2026
Macworld These days, iPhones can do a lot. And we mean a lot. From photography and navigation to gaming and AI, it’s enough to make you forget they can also, you know, make phone calls and send text messages. With all these clever features on offer, it’s inevitable that a few will be overlooked. Whether you’re a power user or an iOS beginner, we bet there are scores of interesting and useful functions that you never knew existed–and which could help you get even more out of that expensive device. In this article, updated for 2026, we round up some of the best iPhone features and settings you’re probably not using. (For each one we list the version of iOS you’ll need to be running; if you’re not sure, you can check this by opening the Settings app and going to General > About and checking the iOS Version field.) With our help, you’ll be an iPhone master in no time. 1. NameDrop: Easily share contacts Works on iOS 17 and later NameDrop, which lets you touch two iPhones together to exchange contact details, is a great example of Apple’s seamless and intelligent integration between hardware and software, and it’s something that few other phone makers could pull off. Just bring the top ends of two iPhones close to each other and hold them there until you see a bubble-like animation show on their displays. Once that happens, NameDrop will link the two users like magic, and you can then choose the fields you want to share before exchanging your details or tap Receive Only to get their info without sending your own. And here’s a bonus: The feature also works for sending Apple Cash to another iPhone user. Why you should use this feature: It’s a huge time-saver. Instead of laboriously dictating your number, or opening the right app to text your details, do it easily in a flash. 2. Back Tap: Add a button to the back of your iPhone Works on iOS 14 and later Some iPhone features feel so natural that you wonder why you didn’t know about them before, and Back Tap certainly qualifies. With a quick double or triple tap on the back of your phone, you can open your camera app, turn on the flashlight, switch apps, and more. To get started, open the Settings app on your iPhone and head to Accessibility > Touch > Back Tap. Select either Double Tap or Triple Tap, then pick an option from the extensive list. You can run system functions, activate accessibility controls, and even launch a shortcut, which is a clever way to kickstart a powerful workflow with minimal effort. Why you should use this feature: What could be more convenient than having instant access to your most commonly used action? Having instant access to two of them. Back Tap is like having a secret Action button on the back of your phone.David Price / Foundry 3. Visual Look Up: Use the camera to learn about nature Works on iOS 15 and later, although newer software (and hardware) will unlock more features How many times have you seen an animal or plant and found yourself scratching your head over what it was? With your iPhone, there’s no need to be left in doubt. Just use Visual Look Up. Simply snap a photo of the animal or plant in question, open the image in the Photos app, then swipe up. You’ll see an option to Look Up Plant or Look Up Animal, which will show likely matches and similar images. Since the feature debuted in 2022, Apple has expanded its scope, and swiping up on other photos may give you the option to Look Up Food, Look Up Artwork and so on, while living creatures gain more specific searches such as Look Up Mammal. Who knows what Apple will add in iOS 27? If you have an AI-compatible iPhone, you can use the Visual Intelligence feature to tap into Apple Intelligence or ChatGPT to get similar assistance. By default this feature is activated by tapping and holding the Camera Control for a couple of seconds until a new camera window bursts onto your screen. (If you haven’t got a Camera Control you can open Control Center and add it there.) Point your camera at the object in question, and an animal or plant name will appear at the top. If it says “Maybe,” tap the name to see a few theories. If ChatGPT is more certain, it will show the name of what it thinks it is, and you can tap it to get some information. Why you should use this feature: Knowledge is power. And learning is fun! Now you know a little bit more about the humble aloe vera.Foundry 4. Song Recognition: Identify music Works on iOS 14.2 and later Shazam is a fantastic way to discover a new song or identify those earworms whose names you can’t quite remember—but you don’t need to open the Shazam app each time, or even install it. Shazam Music Recognition is now built into iOS, and you can put a handy Shazam button right into the Control Center for quick access. Open the Control Center by swiping down from your iPhone’s top-right corner. From here, tap the + in the top-left corner, tap Add a Control, then tap the Recognize Music button (or use the search bar if you can’t spot it). The next time you hear a song you can’t identify, open the Control Center and hit the Shazam button, and it’ll identify the song within seconds. Why you should use this feature: There’s no time to waste when a mystery song is playing. There’s even a button to jump straight to the song in Apple Music.David Price / Foundry 5. Timer Control: Start a countdown in no time Works on iOS 11 and later You probably know you can set a timer without having to hunt for the Clock app, right? Simply open Control Center by swiping down from the top-right, then tap the Timer button (a clock face with a single hand pointing at eleven o’clock). If the button isn’t there, hit the plus sign and add it. But you might not know there’s an even shorter shortcut. Tap and hold the Timer button in Control Center, and a slider will appear on the screen. Move your finger up and down the slider to adjust the duration (the increments vary from a minute to an hour as you move up the scale) and tap Start to begin. Why you should use this feature: It’s the quickest way to set a timer. Or joint-quickest, along with “Hey Siri, set a timer for three minutes.” This works for timers as short as one minute or as long as two hours.David Price / Foundry 6. Flashlight: Adjust the width of your beam Works on iOS 18 and later. You’ll also need a Pro model iPhone Everyone knows your iPhone can provide a helpful flashlight to guide you through the darkness. But did you know you can adjust both the width and distance of its beam with just a few taps? Tap the icon on the Lock screen to turn on your phone’s flashlight (or ask Siri), and you’ll notice that a flashlight icon appears in the Dynamic Island. This isn’t just a reminder that it’s on. Tap it and you’ll be able to adjust the light beam to your requirements. Swipe left to make the beam narrower and more intense, or right, to make it wider and more diffuse. You can also move your finger up and down to adjust the light’s strength as usual. (Note that non-Pro iPhones only get the up and down action. Sorry.) Why you should use this feature: Because your iPhone is the flashlight you carry all the time, so you might as well make it a good flashlight. Narrow the beam for melodramatic interrogations.Foundry 7. Measure: Use the iPhone’s hidden virtual ruler Works on iOS 12 and later Most people don’t walk around with a tape measure in their pocket, but there are times when you need one. Not to worry: your iPhone actually has a hidden Measure app that can help. Open the Search bar (swipe downwards from the middle of your iPhone’s Home screen) and type “Measure” to find the app. Once opened, it’ll turn on your rear camera. To measure something, aim your phone at one point–such as the corner of an object–tap the plus (+) symbol, then move your camera to another point and tap the plus symbol again. The distance between the points will appear on your screen. You can calculate multiple lengths by tapping + again after you’ve taken the first measurement. On iPhone 12 Pro or later, thanks to the LiDAR sensor, you can move your phone near the subject and the line will transform into a ruler that displays incremental units of length. Pro phones can also gauge the height of a person who appears in the Measure app’s viewfinder. Why you should use this feature: It adds yet another useful tool to the iPhone’s toolbox. If you tap the Level tab, you’ll unlock yet another handy tool.Foundry 8. Widgets: Get quick info on the Lock screen Works on iOS 16 and later Widgets aren’t just for the Home screen—you can add a few to your Lock screen as well to view data at a glance. To add widgets to your Lock screen, tap and hold the screen until the Customize button appears at the bottom of the screen. Tap it. Look for a box labeled Add Widgets. Tap this, then select widgets from the list to add them to this box. Depending on the Lock screen layout you’ve selected, the box may already contain widgets. Tap the minus sign to remove any you don’t want, then replace them with better ones. Why you should use this feature: Want to minimise doomscrolling? Learn to accessing key information without having to unlock your phone. There’s a huge array of widgets. Just scroll down to see what’s on offer.David Price / Foundry 9. App Tracking: Stop apps from following your activity Works on iOS 15 and later When you open an app for the first time, you might see a pop-up window asking if you want to let the app track you across other apps and websites. If you find yourself getting tired of repeatedly tapping “Ask App Not to Track,” there’s a simple fix that will reject tracking attempts once and for all. Open the Settings app and navigate to Privacy & Security > Tracking, then tap the toggle next to Allow Apps to Request to Track so it turns gray. When you do this, you won’t get any more prompts about being tracked—disabling this toggle tells iOS to automatically reject all app tracking attempts on your behalf, so you can protect your privacy without all the annoying pop-ups. Why you should use this feature: Because pop-ups are almost as annoying as intrusive tracking. 10. Default apps: Open links in the apps you want Works on iOS 18.2 and later For years, Apple devices have been heavily locked down, and that’s even extended to controlling your default apps for email, web browsing, and more. That’s no longer the case, though, so if you want to switch up your default apps, it’s now easier than ever. To start customizing your app choices, open the Settings app and go to Apps > Default Apps. You’ll see several options, from email and messaging to web browsing and translation. Just tap one, then pick an app from the resulting list. Your options will be limited to apps installed on your iPhone, so make sure you’ve downloaded your apps of choice before getting started. Why you should use this feature: Because that premium web browser you installed isn’t much use if links still open in Safari. Developers have to apply for a place on this screen, so not every app will be available.David Price / Foundry 11. Text replacement: Give your thumbs a break Works on iOS 12 and later Tired of typing all the time? Use text replacement. This automatically fills out words and phrases when you enter a shortcut. For instance, you could create a text replacement shortcut that enters your email address whenever you type @@ or another that automatically capitalizes BBQ (or types out barbecue, if you’re feeling fancy) when you type bbq. This feature can be enabled in Settings. Go to General > Keyboard > Text Replacement and tap + to add a new entry. The Shortcut box is for the condensed word or phrase you want to use, while the Phrase box is for the full version that will be inserted by your phone. But we can be even cleverer than that. If there’s a word or phrase that you don’t want to be corrected, create a new text replacement entry and type it into the same field, but keep the Shortcut box empty. This could be handy if you have an unusual name, or frequently use a piece of jargon that autocorrect insists on changing to something else. Why you should use this feature: Because typing omw takes less time than On my way! 12. Adaptive Power: Extend your battery life Works on iOS 26. Requires iPhone 15 Pro or later We’ll finish with a feature that was added in iOS 26, which came out in September 2025. And if you want to make your iPhone’s battery last that little bit longer, this is the one for you. Open Settings and go to Battery > Power Mode. Hit the toggle labelled Adaptive Power so it turns green. iOS will now do its best to conserve power on high-usage days by dimming the screen very slightly, reducing background processes, and tweaking performance. If you’re thinking this is just another name for Low Power Mode, think again. For a start, Low Power Mode still exists, and Adaptive Power will turn it on when your phone hits 20%. But the main factor is that Adaptive Power is designed to be a lot subtler. It uses AI to predict your needs and to make adjustments that you won’t notice. You should find you get a little more battery life without having to make noticeable compromises. Why you should use this feature: Because your iPhone is only as useful as its battery life.08:10 amSMS Delivery Delays To Multiple Networks In United States of America Via A Subset Of Twilio Shortcode Numbers | TwilioSMS Delivery Delays To Multiple Networks In United States of America Via A Subset Of Twilio Shortcode Numbers
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Apple's Developer Academy in Detroit has spent roughly $30 million over four years training hundreds of people to build iPhone apps, but not everyone lands coding jobs right away, according to a WIRED story published this week. The program launched in 2021 as part of Apple's $200 million response to the Black Lives Matter protests and costs an estimated $20,000 per student -- nearly twice what state and local governments budget for community colleges. About 600 students have completed the 10-month course at Michigan State University. Academy officials say 71% of graduates from the past two years found full-time jobs across various industries. The program provides iPhones, MacBooks and stipends ranging from $800 to $1,500 per month, though one former student said many participants relied on food stamps. Apple contributed $11.6 million to the academy. Michigan taxpayers and the university's regular students covered about $8.6 million -- nearly 30% of total funding. Two graduates said their lack of proficiency in Android hurt their job prospects. Apple's own US tech workforce went from 6% Black before the academy opened to about 3% this year. Read more of this story at Slashdot.12:39 amApple Settles Brazilian Antitrust Case, Must Allow Third-Party App Stores and External Payment Links | SlashdotApple Settles Brazilian Antitrust Case, Must Allow Third-Party App Stores and External Payment Links
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Board games go far beyond Monopoly. More advanced digital board games can turn any get-together — or quiet night in — into an easy, portable way to play with friends and family across iPhone, iPad, and Macs.Best board games for iOS, iPadOS | Image credit: Floodgate GamesThe holidays are a great time to get friends and family together for food and fun. That's why we're compiling a list of the best iPhone and iPad board games.All of these titles work on iOS and iPadOS, and for anyone who owns an M-series Mac, you'll be able to play them on macOS as well. Many of these titles also support remote play, allowing you to play with loved ones who may not be nearby. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:48 pmGot a new Mac? Here are five apps I can’t live without
Whether you just got your first Mac or upgraded to a brand-new machine, it’s always helpful to get started on the right set of tools. Here are the very first apps I usually install as soon as I get a new Mac. more…05:21 pmMissing Metadata on Subscription in Appstore Connect
Hi Everyone, I set up RevenueCat as per the suggestions on my last post, it was super easy. I created monthly and yearly subscription tiers. I found the app store info to be out of date sometimes so I wanted to ask where I'm stuck now. It says "Missing Metadata" but I have filled out […]05:15 pmChange these 3 hidden Apple TV settings and thank us later
Apple’s set top box offers an excellent premium experience, but you’ll definitely want to change these three Apple TV settings first. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:52 pmMixing Swift and Clojure in Your iOS App – Scittle
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Keep your personal data private with a FastestVPN lifetime license, on sale now. Supports iOS, macOS, Windows, Android, smart TVs and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:17 pmThe AirPods Pro 3 is $20 Off
Amazon has the AirPods Pro 3 marked $20 off. The earbuds features stronger Active Noise Cancellation compared to its predecessor, capable of blocking out 2x more noise, so you can immerse yourself further when listening to music, watching shows, or playing games. The AirPods Pro 3 lets you track the calories you have burned and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:16 pmExynos 2600 Chip 2nm Process Revealed by Samsung
The Exynos 2600 has been premiered officially by Samsung. This is the first SoC, a mobile 2-nanometer system-on-a-chip made by the GAA or Gate-All-Around process of the company. The 10-core design based on ARM aims to bring improved efficiency and performance for their devices, like the Galaxy S26 Series that’s coming soon. The most recent […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:15 pmNew Celebrity Ad Campaign Featuring Travis Scott Released by Beats
An ad campaign featuring Travis Scott, a successful rapper, was launched by Apple Beats. The ad is titled “DARE TO DREAM” which was inspired by a tweet made by the rapper back in 2011 in the beginning of his career. In the post, Scott said that one day, he will be somebody, The short film […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:14 pmAustralia Getting Hypertension Notification Feature
Hypertension notifications for the Apple Watch are now enabled for users in Australia. The TGA, or the Therapeutic Goods Administration, is the regulator for medical devices in Australia. The notification feature for hypertension on Apple Watches has been approved and formally listed on the Australian Register. The hypertension detection feature was announced by Apple back […] The post appeared first on iLounge.04:08 pmToday in Apple history: Woz spends Christmas building Apple II disk drive
On December 25, 1977, Steve Wozniak spent the holiday building a prototype of the Disk II, the Apple II's revolutionary floppy disk drive. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:37 pmMMS delivery delays to C Spire in the United States of America
Dec 25, 07:37 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.02:10 pmIs starting with React Native going to hurt me later on iOS?
I’m at the very beginning of mobile development and trying to make a smart decision early My goal is to build apps for both iOS and Android in future Coming from web dev, React Native feels pretty approachable to me, so I decided to start there! I already set up a basic project, folder structure […]12:22 pmGet a 10% bonus on top of competitive payouts for your used iPhone
If you received an iPhone as a gift for the holidays, trading in your used iPhone can free up cash for charging accessories, cases, and more.Get a 10% bonus on your iPhone trade-in - Image credit: GazelleInstead of stressing over where to sell your iPhone, you can get a fast cash offer with almost no effort at Gazelle, a trusted service that's been buying used devices since 2007. And right now, AppleInsider readers get a 10% bonus on their final payout. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:57 amAmber's best tech in 2025: Apple TV, mesh Wi-Fi, and an eBike
Amber's favorite tech of 2025 isn't flashy or futuristic — it's the gear that quietly works so well that you could almost forget it exists.Ride1Up Roadster V2Season's greetings, folks. I suppose it's my turn to share my favorite bits of tech that I've been using for the past year.I think my top tech products of 2025 are a pretty good reflection of who I am as a person. At my core, I will always prize utility over flashiness or bonus features. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:30 amWhat You Can (and Can't) Use an Apple Gift Card For
Apple Gift Cards are one of the most common Apple-related gifts given during the holidays, so if you've received one today, here are all of the things you can and cannot use it for. After redeeming an Apple Gift Card, the value is added to the Apple Account balance and automatically applies at checkout when making eligible purchases. It can be spent on a wide range of Apple products, services, and digital content. Apple Gift Cards are marketed as a single, flexible balance that works across Apple's ecosystem, but there are clear limits on what they can and cannot be used for once redeemed to an Apple Account. What Apple Gift Cards Can Be Used For Purchasing Apple hardware and accessories on apple.com, in the Apple Store app, or in an Apple retail store. Using the balance toward Apple hardware when checking out, with any remaining cost paid using another payment method. Buying apps and games on the App Store, including in-app purchases. Paying for digital media, including movies, TV shows, and books through Apple's digital storefronts. Covering subscriptions to Apple services such as Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, and iCloud+ storage, as well as eligible third-party app subscriptions billed through the App Store. What Apple Gift Cards Can't Be Used For Making purchases outside Apple's ecosystem, such as goods or services from non-Apple retailers. Starting certain recurring payments, such as AppleCare+ plans, without an additional credit or debit card on file. Redeeming or using balances across different countries or regions, as gift cards are typically region-locked. Transferring to or purchasing other gift cards. Exchanging for cash or cash equivalents. While Apple Gift Cards are intentionally designed to be more versatile than older App Store or Apple Store–only gift cards, they still come with some limits. For users, the key distinction is that Apple Gift Cards work best for Apple-direct purchases and subscriptions, but they can't replace a traditional payment method for gifting or non-Apple spending.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:21 amHow to notify my app when someone takes screenshot with the another app? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingHow to notify my app when someone takes screenshot with the another app?
I know that it against IOS app policies to get notified what user do in another app but my frustration and concern here is why apple does not allow me to explicitly opt in and allow another app to track what I do in another apps. there is a lot of use cases like parental […]09:34 amHard paywall vs soft paywall in iOS apps — worth trying?
I am considering switching from a soft paywall to a hard paywall in an iOS app and wanted to hear from other developers. Has anyone seen better conversion with a hard paywall Did it negatively affect retention, reviews, or uninstall rates Was it worth testing in your case I would appreciate any real world experiences […]09:03 amDo you use staging for small iOS apps?
For those who ship many small iOS apps that are basically ship once, rarely updated: if you’re using a backend like Firebase or Supabase, do you bother with separate dev/staging and prod environments, or just run everything on a single prod project? What do you actually do in practice? submitted by /u/Tricky-Independent-8 [link] […]08:50 amMacworld Podcast: The year in Apple hardware
Macworld In this episode, we take a look back at the major Apple hardware releases. What made an impression? What was a disappointment? Tune in and find out more! This is episode 964 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola. Watch episode 964 on YouTube Listen to episode 964 on Apple Podcasts08:00 amA new AI app turns you holiday photos into Instagrammable shots
Macworld TL;DR: Luminar Mobile uses AI to enhance skies, retouch portraits, fix lighting, and edit RAW files on iOS. A lifetime license is only $19.99 (MSRP $47.99). Snapping photos is easy. Making them look amazing usually isn’t. Luminar Mobile changes that by bringing advanced AI photo editing to your iPhone or iPad without the steep learning curve or desktop software costs. You can lock in lifetime use of this app for just $19.99 and keep all its editing tools forever. Luminar Mobile is built specifically for iOS devices, including support for Apple Pencil and even Vision Pro workflows. The app uses AI to handle edits that would normally require pro skills. Want a more dramatic sky? SkyAI swaps it out automatically. Need better lighting? EnhanceAI and RelightAI fine-tune exposure, contrast, and color in seconds. Portrait shooters get SkinAI and BodyAI for subtle, natural-looking touch-ups, while creative editors can use Curves, Crop, Details, and filters to refine the entire image. It also supports RAW files, giving you the kind of control normally reserved for desktop editing software. The interface is designed for touch, so adjusting sliders, masking areas, or applying effects feels straightforward. Whether you’re editing travel photos, portraits, product shots, or just trying to fix a tricky lighting situation, Luminar Mobile keeps everything fast and beginner-friendly. Get the Luminar Mobile Lifetime License for $19.99 (MSRP $47.99) while the deal is live. Luminar Mobile for iOS & Android: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.03:18 amWhat is the quickest way for me to animate this card to perform an idle animation, such as breathing, blinking, and moving its tail? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWhat is the quickest way for me to animate this card to perform an idle animation, such as breathing, blinking, and moving its tail?
Please do not recommend using RiVE as it has a huge learning curve. submitted by /u/Rare_Prior_ [link] [comments]12:45 amApple To Allow Alternative App Stores For iOS Users In Brazil
Apple will allow alternative iOS app stores and external payment systems in Brazil after settling an antitrust case with the country's competition authority, following a lawsuit brought by MercadoLibre back in 2022. Thurrott reports: Yesterday, Brazil's Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Economica (CADE) explained in its press release that it has approved a Term of Commitment to Cease (TCC) submitted by Apple. To settle the lawsuit, the iPhone maker has agreed to allow third-party iOS app stores in Brazil and to let developers use external payment systems. The company will also use neutral wording in the warning messages about third-party app stores and external payment systems that iOS users in Brazil will see. As part of the settlement, Apple has 105 days to implement these changes to avoid a fine of up to $27.1 million. A separate report from Brazilian blog Tecnoblog revealed that Apple will still take a 5% "Core Technology Commission" fee on transactions going through alternative app stores. Additionally, the company will take a 15% cut on in-app purchases for App Store apps when developers redirect users to their own payment systems. Read more of this story at Slashdot.12:02 amApple's App Course Runs $20,000 a Student. Is It Really Worth It?
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Wired: Two years ago, Lizmary Fernandez took a detour from studying to be an immigration attorney to join a free Apple course for making iPhone apps. The Apple Developer Academy in Detroit launched as part of the company's $200 million response to the Black Lives Matter protests and aims to expand opportunities for people of color in the country's poorest big city. But Fernandez found the program's cost-of-living stipend lacking -- "A lot of us got on food stamps," she says -- and the coursework insufficient for landing a coding job. "I didn't have the experience or portfolio," says the 25-year-old, who is now a flight attendant and preparing to apply to law school. "Coding is not something I got back to." Since 2021, the academy has welcomed over 1,700 students, a racially diverse mix with varying levels of tech literacy and financial flexibility. About 600 students, including Fernandez, have completed its 10-month course of half-days at Michigan State University, which cosponsors the Apple-branded and Apple-focused program. WIRED reviewed contracts and budgets and spoke with officials and graduates for the first in-depth examination of the nearly $30 million invested in the academy over the past four years -- almost 30 percent of which came from Michigan taxpayers and the university's regular students. As tech giants begin pouring billions of dollars into AI-related job training courses across the country, the Apple academy offers lessons on the challenges of uplifting diverse communities. [...] The program gives out iPhones and MacBooks and spends an estimated $20,000 per student, nearly twice as much as state and local governments budget for community colleges. [...] About 70 percent of students graduate, which [Sarah Gretter, the academy leader for Michigan State] describes as higher than typical for adult education. She says the goal is for them to take "a next step," whether a job or more courses. Roughly a third of participants are under 25, and virtually all of them pursue further schooling. [...] About 71 percent of graduates from the last two years went onto full-time jobs across a variety of industries, according to academy officials. Amy J. Ko, a University of Washington computer scientist who researches computing education, calls under 80 percent typical for the coding schools she has studied but notes that one of her department's own undergraduate programs has a 95 percent job placement rate. Read more of this story at Slashdot.Wednesday December 2411:46 pmCult of Mac’s Christmas decorations put your favorite gadgets on the tree
It’s not too late to give your Christmas tree a holiday makeover any Apple fan would be proud of. Download Cult of Mac's free decorations. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)10:26 pmHow to set up your new iPad the right way
Congratulations — you got a new iPad! No matter which model you got, you'll want to set up your iPad with the least amount of fuss. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)10:10 pmHow to set up Apple Watch — and tips for getting the most out of it
New Apple Watch? Congratulations! Here's how to set up Apple Watch the right way, and get the most out of it. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)09:51 pmMerry Christmas and happy holidays from AppleInsider
While we'll still be here looking for news and bringing you the best deals, we at AppleInsider would like to wish you a peaceful and happy holiday season. Thank you for being with us throughout 2025.Jony Ive helped design the decorations for this tree, displayed in London's Claridges store in 2018Enjoy the break, too, because it looks as if 2026 is going to be huge. As well as the expected new MacBook Pro models, we should have more iPads, maybe an iPhone 17e — and of course the long-awaited iPhone Fold later in the year.That said, it's not as if this break is ever entirely free of Apple news. So many Apple Watches, iPads, and especially iPhones will be given as presents, and as the technical one in your circle, you may be swamped with calls for help. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:19 pmThe best classic iPad board games to play with your family & friends
Apple's App Store hosts official iPad-optimized versions of classic board games that preserve traditional rules while adding modern multiplayer support.Photo by Suzy Hazelwood from PexelsThese apps are designed for the iPad's larger display rather than stretched iPhone layouts. Interfaces emphasize touch-first controls, readable boards, and shared-screen play that works naturally on a tablet.Multiplayer plays a central role, especially since iPads often function as living-room or travel devices. Online and local play generally work without extra hardware, controllers, or complex setup. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:00 pmShould I invest in Ads? How can I grow?
i created Whenish earlier this year. this is all organic with 1 post on hackernews awhile back. i am curious what would be the best way to continue to grow this app or if its worth investing in? any advice is appreciated submitted by /u/3dnothing [link] [comments]07:45 pmTwelve South PlugBug with Find My review: The ultimate travel charger
The Twelve South PlugBug with Find My is easily my favorite travel charger and boasts the title of the first charger to integrate with Apple's native device-tracking technology.Twelve South PlugBug with Find My review: My go-to travel chargerPersonally, I feel as if we're in this golden age of Find My devices. We've moved out of the stage of just keychain and wallet trackers — of which are now plentiful.Instead, Find My is being integrated directly into our gadgets. We've seen luggage tags, water bottles, wallets, headphones, and more with Find My built in. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:32 pmIs it against the guidelines to use ai generated assets in m app ?
So, I want to share my first iOS app, but I am using a lot of generated AI icons/images. Is it okay? Or is it against the guidelines of Apple? submitted by /u/BeDevForLife [link] [comments]07:22 pmMerry Christmas and Happy Holidays from MacDailyNews!
Amidst the Christmas news slowdown, we can all look forward to 2026 which promises to bring more new Apple Silicon-powered Macs… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:09 pmHow do I get an email alert when someone leaves my app a review?
https://preview.redd.it/4wy4ad2ka79g1.png?width=1732&format=png&auto=webp&s=91e924bc3b04fa7324e9fcc92de6602e09f28bd0 Foolishly, I assumed checking these would alert me. But apparently not! I am only alerted if someone edits a previously sent review. But not for a new review itself. Is there any way to get an alert on initial review too?? submitted by /u/japanesesword [link] [comments]06:18 pmHow to set up your new Mac like a pro
Every Mac today is a great buy. If you're one of the lucky people to get one this year, here’s how to set up your new Mac like a pro. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:11 pmSMS Delivery Delays to Bell Network in Canada for a Subset of Toll Free Numbers
Dec 24, 10:11 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Bell network in Canada for a subset of Toll Free Numbers. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.05:58 pmLeaker contradicts rumors, says iPhone Air 2 will be announced in 2026
There’s been no shortage of conflicting reports about the future of the iPhone Air 2. Between talk of indefinite delays and shifting schedules, leaks have been all over the map. Now, a fresh rumor is reviving speculation that the second-generation model may not be as far off as previously thought. more…05:49 pmApple agrees to allow third-party app stores on iOS in Brazil following antitrust settlement | Mac Daily NewsApple agrees to allow third-party app stores on iOS in Brazil following antitrust settlement
Apple has reached a settlement with Brazil regulators that will require the company to open its iOS ecosystem to third-party app stores and… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
- Monday December 01
- 01:05 pmCyber Monday: iPad Airs on sale for $150 off Apple’s MSRP, prices start at $449
Take $150 off 11-inch M3 iPad Airs and 13-inch M3 iPad Airs at Amazon as part of their Cyber Monday sale. Shipping is free. Be sure to order from Amazon itself rather than a third-party seller. These are the lowest prices currently available for new M3-powered iPad Airs. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our iPad Air Price Tracker, updated daily.12:58 pmCyber Monday Deal: Walmart has 13-inch M1 MacBook Airs still on sale for only $549
Walmart has clearance, but new, Apple 13" M1 MacBook Airs (8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) available online for $549, $450 off original MSRP, in Space Gray, Silver, and Gold colors. These are new MacBooks for sale by Walmart directly, not a third-party seller. It's the cheapest new MacBook available on Cyber Monday! These sale prices are available for online orders only. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). Note that stock status may vary, check Walmart's site for availability. For the latest sales & prices, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.09:54 amApple iPad mini A17 Pro Doorbusters at Best Buy:: Up to $150 off + free shipping
As part of its Cyber Monday doorbusyers, Best Buy has dropped the price on lots of versions of this 2024 iPad mini, with discounts as high as $150. Lots of these are at best-ever prices. Shop Now at Best Buy09:50 amApple iPad mini 128GB A17 Pro 8.3″ WiFi Tablet (2024) for $349 + free shipping
It's $50 under the lowest price we've ever seen for this 2024 iPad. You'd still pay $399 for it at Amazon. Buy Now at Best Buy09:34 amApple MacBook Air M2 13.6″ Laptop (2022) for $599 + free shipping
As one of Best Buy's Cyber Monday doorbusters, you can get this 2022 MacBook Air at its best ever price. It's another $50 drop since Black Friday week. You'd pay at least $738 for this model at Amazon today. Buy Now at Best BuyFriday November 2804:35 pmBlack Friday Deals at Verizon: Free iPhone 17 models, $15 off HomePod minis
Verizon has rolled out their Black Friday iPhone deals running through at least December 1, 2025, featuring major offers on the iPhone 17 lineup. Customers who switch to Verizon can get a base-model iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, or 17 Pro Max, no trade-in required. Free means $0/month for a 36 month term through which Verizon will credit your account the normal monthly price of the phone. Should you leave early, you would be responsible for paying off the balance of the phone. Verizon will also include a free Apple Watch 11 and 11th-generation A16 iPad for the same 36 month term, should you so desire. Buy an Apple HomePod mini today at Verizon for $15 off Apple's MSRP ($84.99). This is the lowest Black Friday price currently available for HomePod minis. Their sale price applies to all mini colors and represents a rare HomePod sale price. Verizon service is not required for purchase. Buy online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). Sale price for online orders only, in-store price may vary. Details at Verizon here. For the latest prices and deals, see our iPhone Price Tracker or HomePod Price Tracker, both updated daily.04:01 pmBlack Friday Apple Watch Deals: Take up to $100 off models at Amazon
Amazon is offering a $100 discount on several Apple Watch Ultra 3 models as part of their Black Friday sale. Their discounts are the first significant sales for these new Watches. Shipping is free: - Apple Watch Ultra 3 (Black Titanium Case/Black Ocean Band): $699, $100 off MSRP - Apple Watch Ultra 3 (Rugged Titanium Case/Anchor Blue Ocean Band): $699, $100 off MSRP Amazon is offering a $60 discount on new Apple Watch Series 11 models. Shipping is free: - 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS: $339, save $60 - 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS: $369, save $60 - 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + 5G: $439, save $60 - 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + 5G: $469, save $60 Amazon has Apple Watch SE 3 models on sale for $50 off MSRP. Shipping is free: - 40mm Apple Watch SE GPS: $199, $50 off MSRP - 44mm Apple Watch SE GPS: $229, $50 off MSRP - 40mm Apple Watch SE GPS + 5G: $249, $50 off MSRP - 44mm Apple Watch SE GPS + 5G: $279, $50 off MSRP For the latest prices & deals, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.03:49 pmBlack Friday MacBook Low Price Alert: Walmart has 13-inch M1 MacBook Airs on sale for only $549 | MacPrices.netBlack Friday MacBook Low Price Alert: Walmart has 13-inch M1 MacBook Airs on sale for only $549
Walmart has clearance, but new, Apple 13" M1 MacBook Airs (8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) available online for $549, $450 off original MSRP, in Space Gray, Silver, and Gold colors. These are new MacBooks for sale by Walmart directly, not a third-party seller. It's the cheapest new MacBook available this Back Friday shopping period! These sale prices are available for online orders only. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). Note that stock status may vary, check Walmart's site for availability. For the latest sales & prices, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.03:35 pmBlack Friday: Take $75 off Apple’s A16 11th-generation iPads, prices start at only $274 | MacPrices.netBlack Friday: Take $75 off Apple’s A16 11th-generation iPads, prices start at only $274
Apple retailers have Apple's 11th-generation A16 iPads on Black Friday sale for $75 off MSRP with prices available starting at $274. These are the lowest iPad prices available this Black Friday: (1): Amazon has iPads on Black Friday sale for up to $75 off MSRP. Shipping is free: - 11" 11th-generation 128GB WiFi iPads: $274 $75 off MSRP - 11" 11th-generation 256GB WiFi iPads: $374 $75 off MSRP - 11" 11th-generation 512GB WiFi iPads: $579 $70 off MSRP (2): Walmart is offering a $75 discount on Apple's 11" A16 WiFi iPads as well. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - 11" 128GB WiFi A16 iPad: $274, $75 off MSRP - 11" 256GB WiFi A16 iPad: $374, $75 off MSRP - 11" 512GB WiFi A16 iPad: $579, $70 off MSRP For the latest prices & deals, keep an eye on our iPad Price Tracker, updated daily.02:50 pmApple Black Friday Deals at eBay: Up to 70% off + free shipping
During Black Friday, eBay has a large selection of mostly certified refurbished Apple iPhones, watches, AirPods, iPads, and more. Select deals may be eligible for coupon code "CYBERWEEK20" (eligible products will be marked on the product page). Refurbished items include a 1 or 2-year Allstate warranty. Shop Now at eBay02:50 pmApple Black Friday Deals at eBay: Up to 70% off + free shipping
During Black Friday, eBay has a large selection of mostly certified refurbished Apple iPhones, watches, AirPods, iPads, and more. Select deals may be eligible for coupon code "CYBERWEEK20" (eligible products will be marked on the product page). Refurbished items include a 1 or 2-year Allstate warranty. Shop Now at eBay02:39 pmBlack Friday: Apple AirPods on sale for up to $150 off MSRP, prices start at only $69 | MacPrices.netBlack Friday: Apple AirPods on sale for up to $150 off MSRP, prices start at only $69
Official Black Friday prices for Apple AirPods are now live at Amazon and Walmart. Both retailers are offering AirPods models for up to $150 off Apple's MSRP. These are the best deals on AirPods this year: (1): Amazon has Apple AirPods on Black Friday sale for up to $150 off MSRP, including free shipping: - AirPods 4: $69, $60 off - AirPods 4 with ANC: $99.99, $80 off - AirPods Pro 3: $219.99, $30 off - AirPods Max: $399.99, $150 off (2): Walmart has Apple AirPods on Black Friday sale on their online store for up to $150 off MSRP. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - AirPods 4: $69, $60 off - AirPods 4 with ANC: $109.99, $70 off - AirPods Pro 3: $219.99, $30 off - AirPods Max: $399.99, $150 off Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.02:30 pmBlack Friday: M4 Mac minis on sale for up to $200 off Apple’s MSRP, prices start at $479 | MacPrices.netBlack Friday: M4 Mac minis on sale for up to $200 off Apple’s MSRP, prices start at $479
Apple retailers are offering Black Friday discounts ranging up to $200 off MSRP on M4 Mac minis. These are the lowest prices currently available: (1): Amazon has M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis on Black Friday sale starting at only $479 and ranging up to $200 off MSRP. Shipping is free: - Mac mini M4 (16GB/256GB): $479, $120 off MSRP - Mac mini M4 (16GB/512GB): $669, $130 off MSRP - Mac mini M4 (24GB/512GB): $869, $130 off MSRP - Mac mini M4 Pro (24GB/512GB): $1199.99, $200 off MSRP (2): B&H Photo has M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis on Black Friday sale for up to $150 off Apple's MSRP, each including free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: - M4 Mac mini (16GB/256GB): $479, $120 off MSRP - M4 Mac mini (16GB/512GB): $669, $130 off MSRP - M4 Mac mini (24GB/512GB): $869, $130 off MSRP - M4 Pro Mac mini (24GB/512GB): $1249, $150 off MSRP These are the lowest Black Friday prices currently available on Mac minis. For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.02:21 pmBest Black Friday MacBook Deal: Take $150 off all M4 MacBook Airs, prices start at only $749 | MacPrices.netBest Black Friday MacBook Deal: Take $150 off all M4 MacBook Airs, prices start at only $749
Amazon has all 13" M4 MacBook Airs and 15" M4 MacBook Airs on Black Friday sale for $250 off Apple's MSRP, starting at only $749. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party: - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $749, $250 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $949, $250 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1149, $250 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $949, $250 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1149, $250 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB/): $1349, $250 off Their prices are the lowest available for new M4 MacBook Airs anywhere and represent one of the best Black Friday deal on Apple products so far this Holiday shopping season. For the latest sales & prices, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker and 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker, both updated daily.02:15 pmBlack Friday: Take $250 off Apple’s new 14-inch M5 MacBook Pros, prices start at only $1349 | MacPrices.netBlack Friday: Take $250 off Apple’s new 14-inch M5 MacBook Pros, prices start at only $1349
Amazon is now offering $250 discounts on new 14" M5 MacBook Pros as part of their Black Friday sales, each including free shipping. - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Black): $1349, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Silver): $1349, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Black): $1549, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Silver): $1599.99, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB/Black): $1749, MSRP $1999 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB/Silver): $1749, MSRP $1999 These are the lowest prices available for new M5 MacBook Pros this Black Friday. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.02:11 pmBlack Friday: 14-inch M4 Pro/M4 Max MacBook Pros for up to $500 off Apple’s MSRP
Apple retailers are offering Black Friday sale prices on 14" M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros ranging up to $500 off Apple's MSRP. Here at the lowest prices currently available: (1): Amazon has Apple's 14-inch M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros (Silver and Black colors) on Black Friday sale for up to $500 off MSRP. Shipping is free. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller: - 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB): $1749, $250 off MSRP - 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB): $2099, $300 off MSRP - 14" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB): $2699, $500 off MSRP (2): B&H Photo is offering 14-inch MacBook Pros with M4 Pro or M4 Max CPUs for up to $500 off Apple's MSRP. B&H offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: - 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB): $1749, $250 off MSRP - 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB): $2099, $300 off MSRP - 14" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB): $2699, $500 off MSRP These are the lowest Black Friday prices currently available on these models. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.01:59 pmBlack Friday: Take $500 off 16-inch M4 Pro/M4 Max MacBook Pros
Apple retailers have 16-inch M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros on Black Friday sale this weekend for up to $500 off Apple's MSRP. Here are the lowest prices currently available: (1): Amazon has 16-inch MacBook Pros Black Friday sale for up to $500 off Apple's MSRP. Shipping is free. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller: - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB/Black): $2189, $310 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB/Silver): $2189, $310 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Black): $2535.07, $364 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Silver): $2535.07, $364 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB/Black): $3059, $440 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB/Silver): $3059.76, $440 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB/Black): $3499, $500 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB/Silver): $3499, $500 off MSRP (2): B&H Photo has 16-inch MacBook Pros on Black Friday sale for up to $500 off Apple's MSRP. B&H offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB/Black): $2199, $300 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB/Silver): $2189, $310 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Black): $2539, $370 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Silver): $2539, $370 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB/Black): $3059, $440 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB/Silver): $3099, $400 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB/Black): $3499, $500 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB/Silver): $3499, $500 off MSRP These are the lowest Black Friday prices available for new 16" MacBook Pros among the Apple retailers we track. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.09:51 amApple Black Friday Sale: Up to $250 gift card w/ purchase + free shipping
Get an Apple gift card ranging from $25 to $250 with select purchases in Apple's Black Friday sale. We've listed the top deals below, although there are more to browse on the sale page. The deals:$250 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or Max chip)$200 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Air 15"$175 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Air 13"$150 Apple gift card w/ iMac$100 Apple gift card w/ Mac mini$100 Apple gift card w/ iPad Air$75 Apple gift card w/ iPhone 16$75 Apple gift card w/ AirPods Max$50 Apple gift card w/ AirPods Pro 3$50 Apple gift card w/ Apple Watch Series 11 or SE 3$50 Apple gift card w/ iPhone 16e$50 Apple gift card w/ iPad A16 or iPad mini$25 Apple gift card w/ AirPods 4 Shop Now at Apple09:51 amApple Black Friday Sale: Up to $250 gift card w/ purchase + free shipping
Get an Apple gift card ranging from $25 to $250 with select purchases in Apple's Black Friday sale. We've listed the top deals below, although there are more to browse on the sale page. The deals:$250 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or Max chip)$200 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Air 15"$175 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Air 13"$150 Apple gift card w/ iMac$100 Apple gift card w/ Mac mini$100 Apple gift card w/ iPad Air$75 Apple gift card w/ iPhone 16$75 Apple gift card w/ AirPods Max$50 Apple gift card w/ AirPods Pro 3$50 Apple gift card w/ Apple Watch Series 11 or SE 3$50 Apple gift card w/ iPhone 16e$50 Apple gift card w/ iPad A16 or iPad mini$25 Apple gift card w/ AirPods 4 Shop Now at Apple08:51 amApple 14″ MacBook Pro M5 Laptop w/ 16GB RAM (Late 2025) for $1,350 + free shipping | DealNews LaptopsApple 14″ MacBook Pro M5 Laptop w/ 16GB RAM (Late 2025) for $1,350 + free shipping
As one of its Black Friday Doorbusters, Best Buy drops this M5 MacBook Pro to $50 under Amazon's price. (It's a $250 savings in total.) Also, if you're a Best Buy Plus or Total member, you'll get a $25 Best Buy gift card with this purchase. Buy Now at Best BuyThursday November 2709:15 pmRefurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Silver – FWUC3LL/A – $1,099.00 | Refurb TrackerRefurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Silver – FWUC3LL/A – $1,099.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Silver – FWUC3LL/A $1,099.00 $1,299.00 −15% Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 16GB unified memory 256GB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…Wednesday November 2610:17 pm