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- 11:26 pmThe Mac calculator’s original design came from letting Steve Jobs play with menus for ten minutes | Ars TechnicaThe Mac calculator’s original design came from letting Steve Jobs play with menus for ten minutes
In 1982, a young Mac developer turned Jobs into a UI designer—and accidentally invented a new technique.11:26 pmOriginal Mac calculator design came from letting Steve Jobs play with menus for 10 minutes | Ars TechnicaOriginal Mac calculator design came from letting Steve Jobs play with menus for 10 minutes
In 1982, a young Mac developer turned Jobs into a UI designer—and accidentally invented a new technique.11:00 pmMake PDF editing easier on Mac with PDF Expert
PDF Expert will streamline your PDF editing and management. Get a lifetime subscription to this PDF editor for Mac for just $97.97 (30% off). (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)10:23 pmApple shares hit new all-time closing high
In Nasdaq trading today, shares of Apple Inc. (AAPL) rose $3.24, or 1.25%, to $262.82, a new all-time closing high. Apple’s intraday high… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.10:23 pmUnited States SMS and MMS Carrier Maintenance – T-Mobile
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 13, 20:00 PST - Nov 14, 05:00 PSTNov 11, 14:04 PSTScheduled - The T-Mobile network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 13 November 2025 at 20:00 PST until 14 November 2025 at 05:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS and MMS to and from T-Mobile United States handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.10:05 pmLogitech MX Master 4 mouse: Here’s what’s new [Update: Back in stock]
Update November 11: The Logitech MX Master 4 has regularly been out of stock since its initial launch last month. Right now, however, it’s in stock and ready to ship on Amazon. Act fast if you’ve been on the hunt for one. It’s clearly very popular, so who knows how long this availability will last. The Logitech MX Master line of mice has become a staple in the setups of Mac users everywhere. Now, the company is out with the highly-anticipated MX Master 4. It packs a handful of changes to the iconic mouse, while staying true to the form factor that has made the lineup so popular over the years. more…10:02 pmApple’s HomePod mini again labeled ‘out of stock’ and ‘discontinued’
Apple's HomePod mini is no longer available from several online retailers, now listed as "discontinued" or "out of stock" — a pattern that… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.10:01 pmApple releases Xcode 26.1.1 with coding intelligence improvements
Apple updated Xcode today with multiple welcome bug fixes, including some performance updates to its new AI-assisted coding features. Here’s what’s new. more…09:56 pm9to5Mac Daily: November 11, 2025 – The new ‘iPhone Pocket’ and more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Never lose a file again. Use code “9to5daily” at checkout for 20% off or try for free. more…09:34 pmAirTag 2 vs AirTag: Here are the expected differences
Four years after the original AirTag debuted, we’re still waiting for the first proper hardware revision. Rumors indicate AirTag 2 could launch soon, here’s an overview of how the two products might compare. more…09:32 pmI built a fun music sharing iOS app and I’d appreciate any feedback.
The app is called Song Dropper. The idea is to make sharing songs in text messages agnostic to the music streaming service you use. Click a link and it starts playing the song. It’s free. Thanks! submitted by /u/free_3_PO [link] [comments]09:25 pmGoogle’s latest AI move shows Apple is on the right track, at least in one way
Today, Google announced its own version of what Apple is doing with Private Cloud Compute, in what may be a landmark moment for the consumer AI market. Here’s why. more…09:17 pmApple Invites now lets attendees say how many kids will be at the party
Apple Invites will now allow attendees to say how many adults and children will be turning up, a change that comes just in time for holiday parties.Apple InvitesOn Tuesday, Apple shared an update for Apple Invites, bringing a new feature to the event management app. While previously a person could indicate if they were attending an event, users can now provide a bit more detail.Tuesday's update to version 1.6 allows guests invited to an event to say how many people will be attending, including how many are adults and how many are children. The update note also mentions the inclusion of Apple's customary bug fixes and performance improvements. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:11 pmAction Extensions: How do Amazon & Google open their apps?
Both follow the same pattern: show the image that is being shared along with a CTA button about doing something with it in their app. When you tap the button, their app opens. Is there some kind of magic conditions that tapping the button creates that makes extensionContext.open(_ URL: URL, completionHandler: ((Bool) -> Void)?) accept […]08:59 pmApple's 1TB M5 MacBook Pro is down to the lowest price ever at Amazon
The new M5 MacBook Pro with 1TB of storage is now available at the lowest price ever on Amazon, thanks to early Black Friday savings.Grab the lowest price ever on Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Pro.A top release in the laptop category on Amazon, this deal shaves $141 off MSRP on the brand-new M5 MacBook Pro with a bump up to 1TB of storage.Buy 1TB M5 MacBook Pro for $1,658 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:28 pmNomad eSIM unlocks the hidden travel tool inside your iPhone 17 and iPhone Air
iPhone 17 and iPhone Air include a hidden travel tool that you’re probably not using. eSIM technology built into modern iPhones transforms your device into a versatile solution for staying connected wherever you go. The best part? Your iPhone doesn’t just have one eSIM. That means you can use your existing service alongside a second eSIM for travel. No need to swap physical SIM cards and affect your phone number. Want to instantly connect to local networks in over 190 countries without swapping SIM cards, hunting for Wi-Fi, or paying exorbitant roaming fees? You just need the right service to unlock it. That’s where Nomad eSIM comes in. 9to5Mac readers can save 25% off with promo code MAC25 for a limited time. more…08:27 pmNew Apple TV 4K has two rumored chip upgrades, here’s why they excite me
Rumors persist that Apple may launch new Apple TV 4K hardware soon, and two expected features are upgraded chips: the A17 Pro and N1. Here’s why these new chips excite me. more…08:26 pmApple’s $230 iPhone Pocket: Because your pants aren’t pretentious enough
The iPhone Pocket would be silly if the $230 price didn’t also make it pretentious. Nevertheless, it’s sure to find buyers. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:12 pmApple Invites App for iPhone Updated — Here's What's New
With the latest version of the Apple Invites app for the iPhone, released today, hosts can now allow guests to specify the number of adults and kids they are bringing to an event. This way, the guest will not be surprised if you bring a plus-one. The update also contains bug fixes and performance improvements. Released earlier this year, the Apple Invites app makes it easy to invite people to events, such as birthday parties and baby showers. First, you create an event invitation, which can include a description, a custom background, and even a shared photo album. Then, you can generate a link to the event that you can share with invited guests. The ability to create an event in the app is limited to iCloud+ subscribers, but anyone who receives an event link can RSVP for free. In the U.S., the cheapest iCloud+ plan with 50GB of storage currently costs 99 cents per month. Apple Invites is available on the iPhone, and on the web at iCloud.com/invites. Guests can RSVP in the iPhone app, or on the web from any device.Tag: Apple InvitesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:06 pmChase promo offers up to 50% bonus when using points for Apple products
Chase is back with one of its more lucrative credit card promotions for Apple shoppers. Starting today and running until December 7, your Chase Ultimate Rewards points are worth up to 50% when redeemed for a purchase via Chase’s shopping portal. more…08:04 pmApple introduces 3D-knitted iPhone Pocket: $150 for short, $230 for long
ISSEY MIYAKE and Apple today unveiled iPhone Pocket. Inspired by the concept of “a piece of cloth,” its singular 3D-knitted construction… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:59 pmApple Invites makes it easier to avoid surprise guests at events
The Apple Invites app was updated today with an option that allows guests to specify the number of adults and children they’re bringing to an event. more…07:35 pmI need beta testers for my app
Hi, My app is recently approved and now live I will appreciate if you install my app and reply honest general opinion and suggestions how to improve https://apps.apple.com/us/app/review-tell/id6753019925 submitted by /u/ExpertRude7481 [link] [comments]07:32 pmMophie releases Juice Pack battery cases for iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro
Mophie has announced its iconic Juice Pack lineup of battery cases for the iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. There’s support for passthrough charging, audio, and more. more…07:32 pmParamount+ announces across-the-board price increases
Paramount+ prices are rising early next year. During the company’s latest quarterly earnings call, Paramount announced the increases… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:41 pmApple gift guide 2025: Best deals and buying advice for every product
As the holiday shopping season kicks into full swing, it’s important to make sure you’re buying the right Apple product and getting the best deal possible. Here’s everything you need to know about what to buy and how to score some big savings on the best Apple gifts of the year. more…06:39 pmParamount+ announces price increases for every streaming plan
TV streaming services continue to get more expensive, with the latest announcement coming from Paramount+, which will raise prices for all of its plans very soon. more…06:20 pmTiny, super-fast Planck SSD is perfect for recording iPhone video [Review] ★★★★★
Created specifically for iPhone, the 2TB Planck SSD is so small that it plugs into the handset’s USB-C port and practically disappears. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:06 pmiOS 26 has made Apple Passwords the only password manager I need
iOS 26 is packed with big and small changes, only a fraction of which most users have likely discovered. Three of those changes have enabled me to make Apple’s Passwords app my one and only password manager. more…06:03 pmApple Watch Series 11 Titanium Model Gets Big $120 Discount on Amazon, Plus More Watch Deals | MacRumorsApple Watch Series 11 Titanium Model Gets Big $120 Discount on Amazon, Plus More Watch Deals
Amazon today has a steep discount on the 46mm cellular Apple Watch Series 11 with the Natural Titanium Case and Natural Milanese Loop. You can get this model for $679.00, down from $799.00, one of the biggest sales we've tracked to date on any Series 11 model. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Deals on Apple Watch Series 11 models have been sparse so far this holiday shopping season, but we're starting to see a few noteworthy sales as we get closer to Black Friday. This Natural Titanium Case model has an estimated delivery date of November 16 for free shipping options. $120 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm Cell) for $679.00 Apple Watch deals are some of the best early Black Friday deals we've seen so far this month, with all-time low prices available for Apple Watch Ultra 3, Apple Watch SE 3, and previous generation models. We've provided a quick list of the best deals below. SE 2 Apple Watch SE 2 (40mm GPS) - $159.99 ($89 off) Apple Watch SE 2 (44mm GPS) - $189.99 ($89 off) SE 3 Apple Watch SE 3 (40mm GPS) - $199.99 ($49 off) Apple Watch SE 3 (44mm GPS) - $229.99 ($49 off) Series 10 Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm GPS) - $279.99 ($119 off) Apple Watch Series 10 (46mm GPS) - $309.99 ($119 off) Ultra 3 Apple Watch Ultra 3 - $699.99 ($99 off) You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of all of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2025. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find as we head into the holidays? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:01 pmLate to the party: Epic Games Launcher is finally Apple Silicon native
As Apple starts to close the door on Intel code support on the Mac, the Epic Games Launcher for macOS has added native support for Apple Silicon. Finally.Epic Games Store logoIt's been five years since Apple Silicon Macs shipped, five and a half years since the migration was announced at WWDC, and about 10 years since the first rumors of ARM Macs. Epic finally got the memo.The Epic Games Store is arguably more well known for being on iOS in Europe as an alternative to the App Store than being a gaming storefront for macOS. In November, the Launcher app received a much-needed update, enabling Apple Silicon support. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:55 pmLaunch in an F-18 from the USS Nimitz in the new Apple Vision Pro immersive experience | AppleInsiderLaunch in an F-18 from the USS Nimitz in the new Apple Vision Pro immersive experience
Apple has launched a new immersive experience for the Apple Vision Pro, taking viewers to the flight deck of a US carrier, and flying alongside its pilots.Detail from Apple's poster for "Flight Ready" — image credit: AppleJust days after it was reported that there would be more immersive experiences for the Apple Vision Pro, Apple has released one. Called "Flight Ready," it has been launched to mark Veterans' Day.As first spotted by 9to5mac, it is a 14-minute film that centers on the USS Nimitz and its F-18 fighter planes. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:55 pmWould you stick to just your mobile app or build a web app for your product also? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWould you stick to just your mobile app or build a web app for your product also?
For example, if your app is using a saas model. Should you build a version that can be accessed from the browser? submitted by /u/TurtleSlowRabbitFast [link] [comments]05:54 pmWhat is the best way to learn how to convert your designs into swift/swiftui code? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWhat is the best way to learn how to convert your designs into swift/swiftui code?
Share some resources. submitted by /u/TurtleSlowRabbitFast [link] [comments]05:48 pmiOS 26.2 Available Next Month With These 8 New Features
Apple released the first iOS 26.2 beta last week. The upcoming update includes a handful of new features and changes on the iPhone, including a new Liquid Glass slider for the Lock Screen's clock, offline lyrics in Apple Music, and more. In a recent press release, Apple confirmed that iOS 26.2 will be released to all users in December, but it did not provide a specific release date. Below, we have highlighted eight new features coming with iOS 26.2. Liquid Glass Slider on Lock Screen A new slider in the Lock Screen customization menu lets you adjust the opacity of Liquid Glass for the clock, allowing you to decide how clear or frosted it appears. This comes after iOS 26.1 added "Clear" and "Tinted" options for Liquid Glass overall. Offline Lyrics in Apple Music iOS 26.2 adds offline lyric support to Apple Music, allowing you to view a song's lyrics even when you are not connected to a Wi-Fi or cellular network. Sleep Score Revisions iOS 26.2 and watchOS 26.2 have revised Sleep Score ranges: Very Low: 0-40 (previously 0-29) Low: 41-60 (previously 30-49) OK: 61-80 (previously 50-69) High: 81-95 (previously 70-89) Very High: 96-100 (previously 90-100)Apple says sleep scores are calculated based on how long you slept, the consistency of when you fell asleep, and the frequency and duration of waking up during the night. The feature is available in the Health app on all iPhone models compatible with iOS 26, and in the Sleep app on all Apple Watch models compatible with watchOS 26. Alarms for Reminders iOS 26.2 lets you set alarms for reminders in Apple's Reminders app. When adding a reminder, selecting a time and then toggling on the "Urgent" option will cause an alarm to go off at the designated time. Apple Podcasts Enhancements Apple's Podcasts app has three new features on iOS 26.2, including automatic chapters for episodes, timed links on the screen, and the ability to view other podcasts that a podcast mentions right from the audio player and the transcript. Apple News Revamp In the Apple News app, there is now a dedicated "Following" tab, and buttons for quick access to topics like sports, puzzles, politics, business, and food. iPhone Screen Flash for Notifications Starting with iOS 26.2, your iPhone's screen can flash when you receive a notification. Previously, this setting was limited to the LED camera flash on the back of the iPhone. In the Settings app, under Accessibility → Audio & Visual → Flash for Alerts, there are now options for LED Flash, Screen, and Both. Or, you can keep the setting turned off. AirPods Live Translation in EU iOS 26.2 makes Live Translation on AirPods available in the EU. Live Translation allows you to understand someone who is speaking a different language than you. For example, if you speak English, and someone is speaking to you in French, Siri can tell you what they are saying in English through your AirPods. The feature works best when both participants in a conversation are using Live Translation on AirPods. If you are talking with someone who is not wearing AirPods, you can display a live transcription in the other person's language on your iPhone. Live Translation is available on the AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and higher-end AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation. The feature launched in the U.S. and select other countries with iOS 26, but it was not available in the EU until iOS 26.2, as Apple said it needed additional time to ensure compliance with the EU's Digital Markets Act. iOS 26: Use Live Translation With AirPods In addition to compatible AirPods, users need an iPhone 15 Pro or newer with Apple Intelligence turned on and Apple's Translate app installed. As of iOS 26.1, Live Translation on AirPods supports the following languages: English (U.S.) English (U.K.) French (France) German (Germany) Portuguese (Brazil) Spanish (Spain) Chinese — Simplified (China) Chinese — Traditional (China) Japanese Korean Italian iOS 26 also has a built-in Live Translation feature in the Messages, Phone, and FaceTime apps, with no AirPods required.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:35 pmiOS 26.1 brings Apple Intelligence to these eight new languages
iOS 26.1 launched last week to all users, and among new features for Apple Music and Fitness, an alarm slider, and AirPods Live Translation expanding, the update also brought Apple Intelligence support to eight new languages. more…05:28 pmToday in Apple history: iPad Pro makes its big debut
On November 11, 2015, Apple's 12.9-inch iPad Pro went on sale after months of speculation. Shock horror: It even worked with an Apple stylus! (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:25 pmNomad just debuted the new Find My Tracking Card Pro with metal credit card finish [Launch deal] | 9 to 5 MacNomad just debuted the new Find My Tracking Card Pro with metal credit card finish [Launch deal]
I have been wondering when one of my favorite accessory brands was going to release a metal Find My Wallet card that actually looks like a premium credit card – Nomad just did. The new Tracking Card Pro just debuted on the official site at $39, or you can score two of them at 10% off. Details await below. more…05:25 pmNomad just debuted the new Find My Tracking Card Pro with metal credit card finish [Launch deal] | 9 to 5 MacNomad just debuted the new Find My Tracking Card Pro with metal credit card finish [Launch deal]
I have been wondering when one of my favorite accessory brands was going to release a metal Find My Wallet card that actually looks like a premium credit card – Nomad just did. The new Tracking Card Pro just debuted on the official site at $39, or you can score two of them at 10% off. Details await below. more…05:18 pmThe M4 Mac mini has completely changed how I view all other desktops [Video]
Believe it or not, the M4 Mac mini was released just over a year ago. Apple changed the footprint, design, and form factor to create a compact 5in x 5in x 2in aluminum box with a fan at the bottom. It was a nice upgrade from its predecessor. But, in all honesty, I was not expecting much. I figured it would be a fine computer, especially because Apple debuted it at a $599 price point ($499 now on Amazon). So I thought to myself, there has to be some limitation that everyday users would notice, right? But after using this for an entire year as my main desktop, it has completely distorted how I think about computers and what real value in tech should look like. more…05:12 pmEmergency SOS via Satellite comes to Mexico
Apple has rolled out its Emergency SOS via Satellite to Mexico, for users of the iPhone 14 or later, and the Apple Watch Ultra 3.Emergency SOS via Satellite is now available in Mexico - image credit Apple:Apple launched its emergency satellite system back in 2022, initially for the US and Canada only. By December 2022, it was available in Europe, and by 2023, it was rolling out across Australia and New Zealand.It's the feature that means iPhone users can contact emergency services when they need to, and regular cell calls or Wi-Fi are not available. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:10 pmIs it reasonable to buy a MacBook Air M4 with 16gb ram and 256GB ssd for mobile programming and get a portable SSD along with it? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingIs it reasonable to buy a MacBook Air M4 with 16gb ram and 256GB ssd for mobile programming and get a portable SSD along with it?
Is it reasonable to buy a MacBook Air M4 with 256GB for mobile programming and get a portable SSD along with it? Upgrading to 512GB stretches my budget a bit, and adding just 256GB more feels unnecessarily expensive. Do you think it makes more sense to get a portable SSD instead of upgrading the internal […]05:03 pmNomad Tracking Card Pro review: Find My mixed with Apple Card aesthetics
On November 11, Nomad debuted its latest Find My-enabled accessory, the Tracking Card Pro. With a sleek new design and impressive battery life, it works hard to earn its name as a premium tracker.Nomad Tracking Card Pro review: A new premium Find My trackerIt took Nomad years to make a MagSafe wallet — and they're known for wallets. Nobody can call the company timely.Despite many other wallet-style tracking cards with Apple Find My now available, Nomad was also late to the party when it first hit the market. Now, though, Nomad is trying something different out. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:01 pmGoogle Photos ‘Help me edit’ coming to iOS with Nano Banana, ‘Ask Photos’ search goes global | 9 to 5 MacGoogle Photos ‘Help me edit’ coming to iOS with Nano Banana, ‘Ask Photos’ search goes global
Google Photos is getting more AI with big updates today for the conversational “Help me edit” experience and Ask Photos search. more…05:00 pmFlight Ready film brings immersive F-18 fighter pilot footage to Apple Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro continues to be the best ticket to viewing incredible immersive video experiences. Coinciding with Veterans Day, Apple has released its latest Apple Immersive video format piece, a 14-minute documentary about F-18 fighter pilots. more…05:00 pmNomad Launches Find My-Compatible Tracking Card Pro
Nomad today announced the launch of its latest Find My-compatible item tracker, the Tracking Card Pro. Compared to Nomad's existing $29 Tracking Card, the $39 Tracking Card Pro features a design that better blends into the cards in your wallet, and a longer battery life. Available in black or white, the Tracking Card Pro looks like a credit card, complete with an included chip to disguise it. The white version is the same size and shape as the Apple Card, just thicker. If someone steals your wallet, a tracking card that looks like a credit card might not be thrown out by a savvy thief that does a cursory check for tracking devices. The Tracking Card Pro is 2.5mm thick, so it is not as slim as the 1.7mm Tracking Card. It fits well enough in a wallet, but if you're someone who prefers a super slim wallet with just a few cards, it might be too large. Nomad opted for a straight-edged design with an exposed aluminum frame, and while it looks nice, it also makes the Tracking Card Pro look thicker than it is. Other companies make tracking cards that are in this thickness range, but they have a slimmer appearance because of beveled edges. The tracker is a third of the thickness of the AirTag, and Nomad used the extra space for the battery. The Tracking Card Pro can last for up to 16 months without needing to be recharged, rather than five months like the Tracking Card. When recharging is required, the Tracking Card Pro charges with a Qi, Qi2, or MagSafe charger. It is magnetic so it can attach to an upright charger, and a red LED lets you know that it's aligned properly and charging. IPX7 water resistance and dust resistance means it can withstand water, dirt, and other abuse without failing. The Tracking Card Pro works just like an AirTag. It can be added to the Items tab in the Find My app, and it will then show up right alongside AirTags and other Find My-enabled tracking products. You can view a map of where the Tracking Card Pro was last spotted, play a sound to locate it if it's nearby, and get a notification if your wallet is left behind. Like AirTags, the Tracking Card Pro takes advantage of the Find My network. It can leverage nearby Apple devices to relay its location even if you're out of Bluetooth range. Other features include an option to share your contact info so someone can get in touch if they find your wallet, and item location sharing, so if your item is left behind somewhere like an airport, staff can track it down for you even if you're far away. The Tracking Card Pro has all of the same capabilities as the AirTag with one exception, Precision Finding. There is no Ultra Wideband chip, so tracking it down in close quarters requires the sound feature. Nomad's Tracking Card Pro can be purchased from the Nomad website for $39, with a 10 percent discount when purchasing two. It will ship by December 19.Tag: NomadThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:48 pmBest time to buy a Mac: Should you buy a Mac or MacBook now?
Macworld Whether you are updating your old MacBook laptop or planning to buy your first Mac part of the decision of which model to buy should be based on timing. Before you part with your money you should check that the model you are buying isn’t about to be upgraded by Apple. There is nothing worse than buying a new MacBook Air only to see Apple update the models a month later. Luckily you are here reading this article so the chance of you making a mistake like that is slim (although you should check the date this article was last updated!) In this article, we’ll tell you the best time to buy a MacBook, when to buy a Mac, at what time of year Apple usually updates its Macs, and whether an update is expected soon. We’ll also mention if there are any particular configurations to avoid. We will run through each Mac and MacBook Apple currently sells and assess whether now is a good time to buy one based on educated guesses as to when the next one will launch. Sometimes if you wait a month or two you can get more for your money – provided Apple keeps its prices the same. Before you make the decision of which Mac to buy you should also check out our Mac buying guide. Wondering which MacBook to buy, look at MacBook Pro vs MacBook Air. We also offer advice about how much storage, RAM and cores in How much MacBook RAM, SSD, GPU and CPU do you really need? If you are reading this around Black Friday, read our advice in our guide to the Best Black Friday MacBook and Mac deals. And if you want to know what other Apple products are discounted read Best Black Friday Apple deals. When will Apple launch new Macs? There are a couple of things that can help when predicting when a new model might land. One is to be aware of when Apple last updated the range. The other is to note when Apple has previously announced updates to that range. Apple updated the MacBook Pro with an M5 chip in October 2025. Prior to that the MacBook Air and Mac Studio gained an M4 in March 2025. The MacBook Pro update was only for the entry-level model, a move from M4 to M5. This means that the MacBook Pro M5 Pro and M5 Max are yet to launch. The M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pro arrived in October 2024, as did the M4 Mac mini and iMac. The next update is expected to come in spring 2026, with Apple expected to introduce the M5 Pro & Max MacBook Pro and M5 MacBook Air. The Mac Pro is also expected to get an update soon, as it is long overdue. Take a look at our article about Apple Events and the new products expected from Apple to check that the outlook hasn’t changed since we last updated this article. Most recent/current Mac launches: 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 – October 2025 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air M4 – March 2025 Mac Studio, M4 Max and M3 Ultra – March 2025 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max – October 2024 24-inch iMac, M4 – October 2024 Mac mini, M4 and M4 Pro – October 2024 Mac Pro, M2 Ultra – June 2023 As for the times when a Mac launch is most likely. In the past, the most likely times to see Mac updates were: WWDC in June for professional Mac models (e.g. Mac Studio and Mac Pro) and October for consumer-focused Macs (e.g. MacBook Air and Mac mini). However, as you will see when you read on, this is not a rule that Apple abides by particularly, nor does Apple always launch new Macs at special events: it often just takes the Apple Store offline for a few hours and then when it returns new Mac models are available as it did in October 2025 and March 2025. We expect that updates for the following Macs are likely to arrive in the next few months. MacBook Pro, M5 Pro & Max: The MacBook Pro is expected gain M5 Pro and M5 Max options in spring 2026. MacBook, M5: The MacBook Air is expected to gain the M5 chip in the spring of 2026. Mac Pro, M4 Ultra: Like the Mac Studio, we hope for a update to the Mac Pro before June 2026. Mac mini, M5/M5 Pro: Update possible in June 2026. iMac, M5: Update possible in June 2026. Mac Studio, M5 Max: Update possible in June 2026. iMac Pro: Apple discontinued the larger-screened 27-inch iMac when the Mac Studio was introduced, but there are rumors that it could make a comeback. Read about the new iMac Pro. When can you get the best Mac deals? If you are thinking of buying a new Mac and the last few months of the year are approaching, you should hold on to take advantage of deals season. From October onwards is when we tend to see the most deals, with everyone saving their best discounts for the weeks around Black Friday at the end of November. If you are wondering whether to wait until Black Friday itself or take advantage of an early deal that’s marked as being ‘early Black Friday’ or similar, our advice is to just go for it! In the past lots of retailers have started their Black Fridays sales a long time before the day itself and promised that prices won’t go any lower on Black Friday itself. Apple never offers any discounts for Black Friday though. The company tends to offer vouchers with qualifying sales around Black Friday ( about what Apple does for Black Friday). You might be able to get money off Apple products from another reseller, though. We see many resellers offering Black Friday deals on Apple products, so come back around Black Friday and check out the best. But we don’t only see prices cut for Black Friday, we see deals on Apple products all year round – so don’t assume you can’t get money off a new Apple product when you need to buy one. Check out our round-ups of the best Apple deals: Best MacBook Air deals Best Mac Studio deals Best MacBook Pro deals Best Mac mini deals Best iMac deals There are other ways to save money too: How to get an Apple student discount at Apple’s Education Store Apple Back to School deal Why you should buy a refurbished Mac Best place to buy a refurbished Mac How much can you save at Apple’s refurbished store? Is it a good time to buy a Mac or MacBook? Let’s take a look at each Mac and MacBook on the market and assess if you should consider buying it now. Check the date at the top of the article to see when we last updated this information. Should I buy a 13-inch MacBook Air now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $749.99 View Deal $799 View Deal $899 View Deal $999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: March 2025 Next update: Spring 2026 The MacBook Air comes in two sizes, the 13-inch model and the 15-inch model. Both were updated in March 2025 and feature the M4 chip. This is the MacBook Air design that arrived in the summer of 2022, with MagSafe charging port, improved display and thinner bezels. There are some significant improvements with this generation: you can now plug in two or more external displays thanks to Thunderbolt 4 support, there’s a new Sky Blue color, and prices start at $999 for the current generation model (in the past the entry-level model was the previous generation). Is now a good time to buy a 13-inch MacBook Air? Yes It’s going to be a while before the MacBook Air gets an M5 chip so it’s a good time to buy one. The M4 MacBook Air is an excellent machine and, starting at $999, is the cheapest Mac laptop. You could get a cheaper Mac – the Mac mini costs $599, but for most of us a laptop is what we need. If you can, we recommend spending the $200 extra to get double the storage and better graphics. If you want to buy a MacBook Air check out our round-up of the Best MacBook Air deals and save money, beware that the previous generation cost $100 more for a comparable Mac, so if you are considering a discount on an older models take the new prices into consideration. The only reason not to buy is to wait for the M5 upgrade, probably arriving in the spring of 2026. Should I buy a 15-inch MacBook Air now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $1,199 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $949.99 View Deal $999 View Deal $1079.88 View Deal $1199 View Deal $1199 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: March 2025 Next update: Spring 2026 There is another MacBook Air to consider. The 15-inch MacBook Air is exactly like the 13-inch MacBook Air only with a bigger display and better speakers. It offers better battery life than the smaller model and offers a larger screen, and while it costs a bit more than the 13-inch model, it is much less than the other Mac laptops with larger screens. The 14-inch MacBook Pro starts at $1,599/£1,599, while the 15-inch MacBook Air starts at $1,199/£1,199, the lowest price the 15-inch MacBook Air has ever started at. If you prefer larger laptops then the 15-inch MacBook Air will save you thousands compared to the 16-inch MacBook Pro and even the 14-inch MacBook Pro. Is now a good time to buy a 15-inch MacBook Air? Yes Apple launched the 15-inch MacBook Air with M4 in March 2025. The only reason not to buy one now is if you want to wait for the M5 upgrade, probably arriving in the spring of 2026. Read our full Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (M4, 2025) review Should I buy a 14-inch MacBook Pro now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $1,599 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1,538 View Deal $1549 View Deal $1599 View Deal $1599 View Deal $1599 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY (OR WAIT) Last update: October 2025 (M5) Next update: Spring 2026 (M5 Pro & Max) Apple upgraded the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 in October 2025. If that is the model you want then now is a good time to buy one. If you need something a bit more powerful than the entry-level model then you will want to consider the MacBook Pro with M4 Pro or M4 Max chip. Those models arrived in October 2024 and are expected to be updated in spring 2026. The M5 is a good update and the M5 Pro and M5 Max promise to be significant upgrades on the M4 Pro and M4 Max. Whether to wait for the new models depends on whether you want the absolutely fastest and most powerful MacBook, or if you would prefer to take advantage of the knocked down prices on the M4 Pro and Max models. When we reviewed the M5 MacBook Pro we were impressed, but the M4 Pro or M4 Max models offer more ports (including Thunderbolt 5) and superior power. In our review of the M4 Pro models we said they “have what it takes to conquer your processing demands”. Is now a good time to buy a 14-inch MacBook Pro? Yes At $1,599/£1,599 the price of the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 is a high compared to the 15-inch MacBook Air, which you can get for $1,299/£1,299, but the latter still only offers the M4 chip and the M5 in the MacBook Pro is leaps ahead. So or recommendation right now is to buy the M5 MacBook Pro if you see a good deal. If it’s the M4 Pro or M4 Max edition you are after, our recommendation is buy one, you won’t be disappointed. Just keep in mind that the M5 Pro and Max models are likely to arrive towards the beginning of 2026. If you want to get the best price for a new MacBook Pro check out our round-up of the Best MacBook Pro deals. Read our full Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro (M5, 2025) review Should I buy a 16-inch MacBook Pro now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $2,499 | $2,899 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $2,199 View Deal $2199 View Deal $2234.51 View Deal $2499 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: October 2024 Next update: Spring 2026 Back in October 2024, Apple introduced a 16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro or M4 Max. When we reviewed the M4 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro model we described it as “a powerful workstation and Apple makes the package even better with Thunderbolt 5, the 12MP Center Stage camera, and the Nano-texture glass display option”. If you need the ultimate in processing muscle, you really want an M4 Max chip, but if a $3,499/£3,499 laptop is out of your budget, the M4 Pro models have what it takes to conquer your processing demands. The larger 16-inch model costs more than it’s smaller sibling (above), but if you need more battery life and a bigger screen then this is the model for you. Is now a good time to buy a 16-inch MacBook Pro? Yes The 16-inch MacBook Pro was updated in October 2024, which is a while ago, but it is still a very powerful Mac. The update isn’t expected until spring 2026. Prices are frequently cut by third-party retailers, including Amazon, so our recommendation is that if you can find a good deal then buy one. If it’s power you need and portability isn’t a factor, you may also want to consider the M4 Pro in the Mac mini and a display as a much cheaper option than the 16-inch MacBook Pro. Read our full Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Pro, 2024) review Should I buy a 24-inch iMac now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $1,299 | $1,499 | $1,699 | $1,899 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1169.56 View Deal $1,171.06 View Deal $1182.1 View Deal $1299 View Deal $1299 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: October 2024 Next update: Spring 2026 The 24-inch iMac is eye-catching, both in terms of the quality of the 4.5K display and the colorful case. The M4 model arrived in October 2024 with each model available in blue, green, orange, pink, purple, yellow, and silver, with all but silver offering a bold tone on the back that is complemented by a paler version on the front. On the inside the differences are impressive. As we said in our review, “the new 16GB RAM standard, the implementation of Thunderbolt across the board, the improved FaceTime camera, and the Nano-texture glass option are all winning moves by Apple.” The M4 chip inside is the same as you can find in the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro and Mac mini. The iMac is less expensive than the MacBook Pro, starting at $1,299/£1,299 compared to $1,599/£1,599 for the MacBook Pro, but the MacBook Pro is better equipped, with a 10-core GPU, rather than the 8-core GPU found in that entry-level iMac. There’s also double the storage in the MacBook (512GB compared to 256GB). If you are looking for the best value though, the Mac mini is much cheaper than the iMac, starting at $599/£599 for the same spec. Is now a good time to buy a 24-inch iMac? Yes While we feel that it is overpriced, we accept that there are places for which the iMac is ideal–reception desks, living rooms, and so on. If If you’re looking for a new, complete Mac setup– a computer, display, and input devices–the M4 iMac is a great choice. If you do want to buy one then do not pay full price, check our round-up of the best iMac deals. If you need an iMac that is designed with creative pros in mind you should look at the Mac mini with M4 Pro. Read our full Apple iMac (M4, 2024) review Should I buy a Mac mini now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $599 | $799 | $999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $499 View Deal $599 View Deal $699 View Deal $720.92 View Deal $799 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: October 2024 Next update: Spring 2026 Apple introduced the M4 Mac mini and M4 Pro Mac mini in October 2024. The Mac mini with M4 or M4 Pro is the long awaited successor to the M2 Mac mini and M2 Pro version. The Mac mini is now even smaller, but it’s just as powerful as any other M4 equipped Mac. The performance and value on offer for just $599/£599 is excellent, if you are trying to spec up a machine to meet higher demands we found that can be expensive, but that is the case with all of Apple’s build-to-order options. The pro version of the Mac mini does much to fill the gap left by the removal of the 27-inch iMac, as long as you have a decent monitor you can use. Is now a good time to buy a Mac mini? Yes We recommend the M4 Mac mini. It offers the same specs as the other M4 Macs for much less money, the only difference being the absence of a screen. But since you can buy a decent 4K display for less than £300/$300 we don’t think that is a big problem. See our round-up of the best monitors for Mac. The M4 Pro Mac mini is a great option for anyone who needs affordable power. The only reason to hold off buying is if you want to wait for Apple to update the Mac Studio with M2 Max and M2 Ultra. However, the Mac Studio starts at $1,999/£2,099, while the M2 Pro Mac mini offers much better value at $1,299/£1,299. If you want to buy a Mac mini now check out our round-up of the Best Mac mini deals. Should I buy a Mac Studio now or wait? Price When Reviewed: £1,999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1899 View Deal $1999 View Deal $1999 View Deal $2199 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: March 2025Next update: 2026 The Mac Studio arrived in March 2022, was then updated in June 2023, and has now been updated again for 2025. We have always been impressed by the Mac Studio’s processing power, port flexibility and price, and feel that for many it is a suitable replacement for an Intel Mac Pro. The only point of contention with the Mac Studio in 2025 is the slightly confusing existence of the M3 Ultra and M4 Max together in the line up at the same time. Rather than introducing a M4 Ultra Apple is selling a M3 Ultra version. This is still going to be more powerful than the M4 Max, but it won’t be as powerful as the M4 Ultra, which we assume will eventually turn up in the Mac Pro. In our review of the model that arrived in June 2023, we said that: “The Mac Studio is the ideal Mac–it’s powerful, priced appropriately, has lots of ports for connecting devices, and it won’t take up a lot of desk space,” and described it as a “complete package of processing power, features, and design”. Is now a good time to buy a Mac Studio? Yes After a long wait Apple updated the Mac Studio in March 2025. The M4 Max model is a fraction of the price of the M4 Max MacBook Pro, so we recommend it if you need a powerful Mac and don’t need to carry it around with you. If you need a powerful Mac and don’t want to wait for Apple to update the Mac Pro then the M3 Ultra version is sure to meet your needs, and it will cost a lot less than the Mac Pro will when Apple updates it with an M4 Ultra chip. Take advantage of the Best Mac Studio deals, because we do see some big discounts on these models. Read our full Apple Mac Studio (M2 Max, 2023) review Should I buy a Mac Pro now or wait? Price When Reviewed: From $6,999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $6999 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket WAIT Last update: June 2023 Next update: Spring 2026 Apple launched the Mac Pro M2 Ultra in June 2023, three and a half years after the range was last updated in December 2019. That was the first update since December 2013 (which was a wait of six years!) It’s more than two years since the last update to the Mac Pro, which given Apple’s track record isn’t that bad… The main benefit of the 2019 Mac Pro design is shared by the design of the 2023 Mac Pro: it offers PCIe expansion slots (seven in total) and its modular design should mean that there is the potential for SSD upgrades down the line (although RAM won’t be upgradable and nor will the GPU or CPU). The Mac Pro has a lot of competition in the form of the Mac Studio, which offered the exact same spec as the Mac Studio for less money. In March 2025 Apple shook this situation up by updating the Mac Studio with an M4 Max and M3 Ultra chip, suggesting that when the M4 Ultra Mac Pro does eventually launch there will be a clearer distinction between it and the Mac Studio. For now, the Mac Pro brings an extra fan, more ports and there is a rack-mounted option, but until Apple updates it the Mac Pro is not the company’s fastest Mac. Is now a good time to buy a Mac Pro? No The disadvantage is that Apple hasn’t updated the Mac Pro since mid 2023. Since then the M4 Pro has more than caught up with the M2 Max, the M4 Max has edged ahead of the M2 Ultra, and now the M3 Ultra has arrived on the Mac Studio taking the Mac Pro’s prize as the most powerful Mac. If you need power then the Mac Pro isn’t looking as attractive next to its siblings right now. When the Mac Pro is finally updated we expect it to leap ahead, so our recommendation it to wait. We expect an update at, or before, WWDC 2026. For buying advice on the best Windows laptops, see our sister site PCWorld.04:44 pmDeals: M5 MacBook Pro $140 off, Apple Watch SE 3 all-time low, Nomad MagSafe stand 30% off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: M5 MacBook Pro $140 off, Apple Watch SE 3 all-time low, Nomad MagSafe stand 30% off, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is now ready to roll, combining a long list of Apple Singles’ Day 2025 deals with the early Black Friday offers. We have the best prices ever on M4 MacBook Air and AirPods 4, M4 Mac mini from $499, and much more, but Amazon is also now offering its best price yet on the new M5 MacBook Pro at over $140 off. All of those offers join the first price drop on the new 44mm Apple Watch SE 3 Midnight model at $230 and clearance pricing on Nomad’s gorgeous metal and glass MagSafe charging stand at 30% off. Everything awaits in detail below. more…04:42 pmThe iPad Pro at 10: a Decade of Unrealized Potential
The iPad Pro went on sale ten years ago, launching with a 12.9-inch screen that Apple believed would redefine computing through size alone. The company initially resisted making the device a laptop replacement and maintained strict limitations on multitasking, browser capabilities, and app installation. Over the past decade, Apple reversed course. The iPad Pro gained USB-C ports, external drive support, keyboard and trackpad accessories, and an improved Files app. The current M5 model includes OLED screens in 13- and 11-inch sizes. iPadOS 26 added free-form multitasking, a menu bar and the Preview app. The webcam now sits in landscape orientation. Despite these advances, the device remains constrained by App Store-only software installation, The Verge writes, limited system access, and the absence of desktop-class browsers. Apple spent years positioning the iPad as a third category between phones and computers. The hardware and accessories now support full computer functionality, but artificial software limitations remain in place. Read more of this story at Slashdot.04:39 pmApple's Emergency Satellite Feature Available in Mexico Starting Today
Apple has announced that Emergency SOS via satellite is available in Mexico starting today, on iPhone 14 models and newer and the Apple Watch Ultra 3. Until now, only Find My via satellite and Messages via satellite were available in Mexico. Emergency SOS via satellite lets you send text messages to emergency operators when you are in an area without Wi-Fi or cellular coverage, so long as you have a clear view of the sky. The feature is powered by Globalstar's satellites. In Mexico, the feature requires an iPhone 14 or newer running iOS 18.4 or later, or an Apple Watch Ultra 3 running watchOS 26.0.1 or later. To use the feature on an iPhone in Mexico, begin to send a text message to 911 in the Messages app, and tap on Emergency Services. Alternatively, open Control Center and scroll down to the page with a cellular symbol. Then, tap on "Satellite" to open Apple's Connection Assistant, and choose Emergency SOS via satellite. Apple has yet to charge a fee for any of its satellite features. In September, the company announced it is providing existing iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 users with an additional year of free access to the entire suite of satellite features on those devices. Emergency SOS via satellite is also available in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The minimum iOS version required for each feature varies by country. International travelers who visit a country where the features are available can use the feature while visiting, except if they bought their iPhone in Armenia, Belarus, China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, or Russia, according to Apple.Tag: iPhone Satellite FeaturesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:23 pmApple could make game controller that magnetically attaches to iPhone
Apple Arcade games could be played in the future by using console-like game controllers that magnetically snap on to the sides of an iPhone or iPad.Mockup of adding a game controller to an iPhonePlenty of Apple Arcade games are either made to be played with a game controller, or just work better with one. Currently your best option is to just buy a separate controller, although there are products such as the Backbone One.That $99 device takes the left and right side of a familiar-looking game controller, and separates them with a wide, flat stretch of plastic. It's exactly the right size to slot an iPhone in, and the result is a regular iPhone with full game controller paddles and buttons. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:18 pmApple launches Emergency SOS via satellite feature in Mexico
Last month, Apple announced that Emergency SOS via satellite would be coming to Mexico before the end of the year. Today is that day, as the feature has now officially launched in Mexico. more…04:07 pmApple TV’s ‘Pluribus’ exposes the nightmarish core of socialism
In an era where dystopian tales flood our screens, Vince Gilligan's "Pluribus" arrives like a sly whisper in the dark… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:03 pmApple is starting to look like an AI winner thanks to one advantage
In the ever-growing space of AI, Apple’s struggles have been well documented. But based on two recent reports, the company is starting to look more like an AI winner thanks to one advantage. more…04:02 pmApple's $230 iPhone Sock
Apple has launched the iPhone Pocket, a knitted bag designed to hold iPhones. The limited edition collaboration with Japanese designer Issey Miyake costs $229.95 for the crossbody version. A shorter version is priced at $149.95. Apple said the 3D-knitted design was inspired by "a piece of cloth" and was born from the idea of creating an additional pocket for any iPhone and small everyday items. Yoshiyuki Miyamae, design director at Miyake Design Studio, said the product "speaks to the bond between iPhone and its user" and explores "the joy of wearing iPhone in your own way." Steve Jobs mocked similar $29 iPod Socks as "a revolutionary new product" in 2004. Read more of this story at Slashdot.03:58 pmSuperwall’s payload alias (SuperwallAlias$:36-char-code) doesn’t match any Supabase UUID. Even though we call identify(user_id) early, the payload still sends a different UUID. Why? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingSuperwall’s payload alias (SuperwallAlias$:36-char-code) doesn’t match any Supabase UUID. Even though we call identify(user_id) early, the payload still sends a different UUID. Why?
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Apple is expected to announce a new HomePod mini imminently, headlining with new chips. Here are all of the new features we're expecting. The second-generation HomePod mini is highly likely to contain a more up-to-date chip for more advanced computational audio and improved responsiveness. The current HomePod mini is equipped with the Apple Watch Series 5's S5 chip from 2019. Apple is likely to opt for the S9 chip, which was a considerable leap forward in terms of performance, or one of its derivatives such as the S10, which is a more compact iteration of the S9. The S5 chip in the HomePod mini is derived from Apple's A12 Bionic architecture but runs at lower clock speeds and is tuned for always-on, low-power operation, making it well-suited for tasks like Siri processing and real-time audio tuning. In contrast, the S9 and S10 chips are based on the A13 chip, offering higher CPU and GPU performance, a more advanced Neural Engine, and greater efficiency per watt. The new HomePod mini will be equipped with the N1 Apple-designed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The chip supports Wi-Fi 6E, which is much faster and has lower latency compared to the current HomePod mini's Wi-Fi 4 connectivity. Wi-Fi 6E extends the capabilities of Wi-Fi 6 to the 6 GHz band, enabling faster wireless speeds and reduced signal interference with a compatible router. Apple could also bring its second-generation Ultra Wideband chip to the HomePod mini for a more reliable and lower-latency Handoff experience. The chip debuted in 2023's iPhone 15 lineup. If present, the chip should allow far more precise spatial awareness than the current model, allowing it to detect the exact position and orientation of nearby devices within a few centimeters. New color options are also highly likely, but specific finishes are not yet known other than red, which was reportedly in testing. The current HomePod mini comes in Blue, Yellow, Midnight, Orange, and White. Gurman says that, just like the next-generation Apple TV, the new HomePod mini "will be built with Apple's new smart home ecosystem in mind." It is unclear if the next HomePod mini will have Siri improvements. Unlike Apple's long-rumored smart home hub product, the new HomePod mini is not expected to get Apple Intelligence support. Recently, Apple retailer B&H started listing all HomePod mini models as discontinued. Some other retailers are also listing the HomePod mini as out of stock or on backorder, which suggests that a refresh is set to take place soon. Gurman believes that a new HomePod mini "shouldn't be far off" amid tightening inventory and planned Apple Store refreshes. This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:23 pmRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Win Mobile and Volna mobile
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 13, 12:00 - 18:00 PSTNov 11, 07:12 PSTScheduled - The Win Mobile and Volna mobile networks in Russia are conducting a planned maintenance from 13 November 2025 at 12:00 PST until 13 November 2025 at 18:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Win Mobile and Volna mobile Russia handsets.03:13 pmAnker Kicks Off Early Black Friday Sale With Up to 48% Off Sitewide, Mystery Boxes, and More | MacRumorsAnker Kicks Off Early Black Friday Sale With Up to 48% Off Sitewide, Mystery Boxes, and More
Anker recently kicked off an early Black Friday sale, which is set to run through November 20. This sale includes notable discounts on portable chargers, USB-C hubs, cables, and more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Anker. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. There are a few bonus offers during this event as well, including blind boxes with various random Anker accessories. The first box costs $29.99 and includes one random item or bundle worth $49.99-$169.99, while the highest box costs $129.99 and includes one random item or bundle worth $199.98-$4,799.99. SITEWIDE SALEAnker Early Black Friday Sale For the regular sale, you'll need to be an Anker member to see some of the deals, which is free and all you'll need to do is enter your email to get the deals. This sale also includes some Amazon discounts, like the popular 60,000 mAh Power Station with Smart Digital Display and Retractable Lighting for just $99.99, down from $139.99. $50 OFFAnker Power Station with Display and Lantern for $99.99 Finally, it's worth noting that MacRumors readers can get $10 off a minimum purchase of $200 with our code Ankermacrumors200 at checkout. You can stack this code with other discounts, so if you're shopping for a lot this holiday season it's a good opportunity to add more savings to your cart. Prime Chargers Prime Charger (100W, 3 Ports) - $45.99, down from $84.99 Prime Power Bank - $79.99, down from $89.99 Prime Charging Station (8-in-1) - $86.99, down from $164.99 Prime Charger (250W, 6 Ports, GaNPrime) - $149.99, down from $169.99 Wireless Chargers MagGo 3-in-1 Foldable Wireless Charging Station - $59.99, down from $99.99 MagGo 2-in-1 Wireless Charger Stand - $36.99, down from $49.99 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe - $94.99, down from $129.99 Power Banks 24,000 mAh PowerCore 737 - $74.99, down from $89.99 60,000 mAh Power Station With Display and Lantern - $99.99, down from $138.99 You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of all of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2025. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find as we head into the holidays? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:12 pmStreaming live sports to Apple Vision Pro is a pipe dream a startup cannot easily solve | AppleInsiderStreaming live sports to Apple Vision Pro is a pipe dream a startup cannot easily solve
Earlier in 2025, a startup reached out to us about a its 3D sports streaming startup for Apple Vision Pro. The grim reality of money, licensing, plus tech limitations of streaming 3D live sports makes it almost impossible for a startup to solve.Watching sports on Apple Vision Pro still has a way to go to be viable - Image Credit: PixabaySince its launch, the Apple Vision Pro has been about giving users an experience. Whether it's looking around a spaceship or an Immersive Video on a submarine, or even a snow-covered village in Iceland, there are lots of things to see and do with the headset.However, while you can watch streaming video on a massive screen within a large novelty scene, it's not quite the same as being at a stadium. You're not getting the experience of being surrounded by fans and watching sports stars run around some supremely-kept grass. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:11 pmNext year’s iPhone 18 lineup sounds like a major overhaul for Apple
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Hey everyone, it used to be that you had to submit new auto-renewable subscriptions together with an app version the first time. Now it looks like you can just submit subscriptions directly for review — even without a new app version? But that also means the app might get approved before the subscriptions are approved? […]02:52 pmNetherlands Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – T-Mobile NL
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Macworld Best Mac & MacBook Deals Available Now! Black Friday isn’t here yet but we are already seeing lots of deals, including these top deals on MacBooks: $249 off the MacBook Air at Amazon. $300 off an 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro at Amazon. $141 off the 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro at Amazon. We also have U.K. deals below. It’s no secret that the Black Friday-Cyber Monday weekend is the biggest shopping event of the year and if you are looking for a deal on a new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac or Mac mini, you have come to the right place. Even though the newest MacBooks just arrived, they’re already on sale. We check all the best resellers in the U.S. and the U.K. all year long, so we always have our fingers on the pulse of the best deals – which means we know exactly what are the best MacBook and Mac desktop deals. In this article, you will also find shopping tips to help you get the best deals available throughout November to Black Friday and beyond. Below we are sharing the very best Mac deals in the run up to Black Friday. We will update this page frequently, as we spot more discounts. If you are looking for discounts on other Apple gadgets, we have gathered all the best Black Friday 2025 Apple deals. Best MacBook Pro & MacBook Air deals for Black Friday 2025 Black Friday is coming, but the deals are already here. Amazon, Best Buy, and other retailers in the U.S., U.K., and elsewhere are already slashing prices. Here are the best prices we’ve found so far: U.S. Amazon, 13-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB): $750 ($249 off, MSRP $999) Amazon, 13-inch M4 MacBook Air (512GB/24GB): $1,150 ($249 off, MSRP $1,399) Amazon, 15-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB/16GB): $950 ($249 off, MSRP $1,199) Amazon, 15-inch M4 MacBook Air (512GB/16GB): $1,150 ($249 off, MSRP $1,399) Amazon, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (512B/16GB RAM): $1,540 ($59 off, MSRP £1,599) Amazon, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (1TB/16GB RAM): $1,658 ($141 off, MSRP £1,799) Amazon, 14-inch M4 MacBook Pro (512GB): $1,340 ($259 off, MSRP $1,599) Amazon, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB RAM, 512GB): $1,771 ($228 off, MSRP $1,999) Amazon, 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB RAM, 512GB): $2,199 ($300 off, MSRP $2,499) Amazon, 16-inch M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB RAM, 1TB): $3,518 ($481 off, MSRP $3,999) U.K. Amazon, 13-inch MacBook Air, M4 (10-core CPU/8-core GPU, 256GB/16GB RAM): £879 (£120 off, RRP £999) Amazon, 13-inch MacBook Air, M4 (10-core CPU/10-core GPU, 1TB/16GB RAM): £1,229.97 (£169 off, RRP £1,399) Amazon, 15-inch MacBook Air, M4 (10-core CPU/10-core GPU, 256GB/16GB RAM): £1,079.97 (£119 off, RRP £1,199) KRCS, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (512GB/16GB RAM): £1,439.10 (£160 off, RRP £1,599) Amazon, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): £1,750 (£250 off, RRP £1,999) Amazon, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): £2,119.97 (£279 off, RRP £2,399) Amazon, 16-inch M4 Max MacBook Pro (1TB/48GB RAM): £3,528 (£471 off, RRP £3,999) Best iMac & Mac mini deals for Black Friday 2025 U.S. Amazon, M4 Mac mini (256GB): $499 ($100 off, MSRP $599) Amazon, M4 Mac mini (24GB RAM, 512GB): $890 ($109 off, MSRP $999) Amazon, M4 Pro Mac mini (24GB RAM, 512GB): $1,270 ($129 off, MSRP $1,399) Amazon, M4 iMac (8-core GPU, 256GB): $1,182 ($117 off, MSRP $1,299) Amazon, M4 iMac, 10-core GPU, 256GB): $1,345 ($154 off, MSRP $1,499) U.K. Amazon, M4 Mac mini, 256GB/16GB RAM, £529 (£70 off, RRP £599) Amazon, M4 Mac mini, 512GB/16GB RAM, £720 (£79 off, RRP £799) KRCS, M4 Mac mini, 512GB/24GB RAM, £899 (£100 off, RRP £799) Amazon, M4 Pro Mac mini, 512GB/24GB RAM, £1,269.99 (£129 off, RRP £1,399) Amazon, M4 iMac (8-core GPU, 256GB/16GB RAM), £1,189 (£110 off, RRP £1,299) Amazon, M4 iMac (10-Core GPU, 256GB/16GB RAM), £1,399 (£100 off, RRP £1,499) Amazon, M4 iMac (10-Core GPU, 512GB RAM) £1,549 (£150 off, RRP £1,699) How to get the best MacBook deals for Black Friday 2025: Our advice Foundry There are a few things to consider before you make a purchase. Apple released the M5 MacBook Pro models in October 2025 This is a replacement for the entry-level M4 MacBook Pro, and it’s a good update (read our review of the M5 MacBook Pro). The M4 Pro 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models were not updated. That might be bad luck if you want the latest and greatest processor, but the lack of an M5 Pro MacBook Pro does mean that there are some amazing deals on the year-old machines, which features chips that are superior to the M5 chip. If you want to hang on for the M5 Pro then do so, but we recommend grabbing a cut price M4 Pro (or M4 Max) MacBook while the prices are this low. The MacBook Air is also awaiting an update to the M5 generation of chips, so you can expect some excellent deals on the M4 MacBook Air (read our M4 MacBook Air review to find out why we gave it five stars). For more information about the differences and which MacBook might be best for you, read How the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro compare. How to get the best Mac deals for Black Friday 2025: Our advice Simon Jary / Foundry It’s now more than a year since Apple updated the Mac mini and iMac with M4 chips, which should mean you can get a good price in the Black Friday sale. We really rate the Mac mini as an excellent low-cost Mac, starting at $599/£599 and that’s before the discounts we expect to see over the Black Friday shopping period. The iMac seems so over priced in comparison to the Mac mini, but it does, of course, come with a stunning display and it will look fabulous in your living room/office reception. This is the one time of year when you can get an iMac for a reasonable price. If you see a deal on an older M3 model do note that with the move to M4 Apple doubled the RAM on the base models from 8GB to 16GB. As a result, the older generation of iMac and Mac mini would have to be considerably reduced in price to compete with the newer models. Does Apple discount Macs for Black Friday? Apple doesn’t drop prices for Cyber Monday or Black Friday. Rather, it gives away gift cards when you buy certain items. For Apple’s Black Friday deal in 2024, it gave away gift cards with the MacBook Air purchases made on Apple’s U.S. site or Apple’s U.K. site. Since they were so new, the M4 MacBook Pro models, Mac mini, and iMac weren’t included for 2024. We don’t yet know Apple’s deal for 2025, but we expect only the M5 MacBook Pro left out, and, hopefully a decent sized gift voucher with the M4 Pro and Max MacBook Pro models. 20242023202215-inch MacBook Air$200$200n/a13-inch MacBook Air$175$175$15013-inch MacBook Air (M2)$150$150$150Mac mini–$100$10014-inch & 16-inch MacBook Pro––$250iMac––$150 Buying from Apple means you are guaranteed to be buying the latest Mac, whereas other resellers may be clearing old stock. You then have a voucher to spend on other products from Apple – and since many of us have money going out on a monthly basis thanks to subscriptions, this could be a real saving where it matters. Get Apple's Black Friday offer (U.S.) Get Apple's Black Friday offer (U.K.) However, there are plenty of good deals to be found, as detailed above. Just make sure you are buying the latest model or getting a reasonable discount if not. Black Friday Mac top shopping tips We tend to find that the biggest savings are on older models, but be aware that these aren’t always the best value for money. Check the generation of the model that is discounted to make sure you know exactly what you are buying and what it’s really worth. We’ve seen resellers switch to selling refurbished or used when the stock of brand-new models run out, so check that the model discounted isn’t actually a used Mac and therefore not as good a deal as it might look. That’s not to say you should avoid refurb models – you just need to make sure that you aren’t buying refurb without knowing. Mac deals aren’t limited to Black Friday. We see good deals all year round, so don’t feel pressured into buying during Black Friday. Where to get Black Friday Mac deals Many resellers offer Black Friday discounts. U.S. Adorama has 14 days of deals. Amazon runs weeks of Black Friday sales. Best Buy’s Black Friday sale has started. B&H Photo has a Holiday Head Start sale. Walmart’s Black Friday deals have already started. U.K. KRCS has already reduced Mac prices by 10%. AO.com has various Black Friday savings. Laptops Direct’s Black Friday sale has started. eBuyer has a Black Friday Early Access Sale with up to 45% off. Very‘s Black Friday sales are underway. John Lewis is running Black Friday deals. Currys has up to 40% off for Black Friday. Argos has a price promise that the prices won’t go any lower for Black Friday. Amazon has weeks of Black Friday sales. Black Friday 2025: Best deals for Apple products Check out these roundups for the best Apple deals: Apple Black Friday sale details Best Black Friday Apple deals Best Black Friday MacBook & Mac deals Best Black Friday AirPods deals Best Black Friday Apple Watch deals Best Black Friday iPad deals Best Black Friday iPhone deals02:46 pmNew HomePod mini imminent? Major retailer calls current model ‘discontinued’
Macworld We’ve suspected for some time that Apple will soon release a new HomePod mini, but that launch came a step closer to reality this week with the discovery that a major retailer is already listing the current model as discontinued. At time of writing B&H lists the HomePod mini in Midnight, yellow, orange, blue, and white as “Discontinued.” (It also shows the Space Gray model, which was replaced by Midnight more than a year ago, as the subtly different “No Longer Available.”) By contrast, the full-size HomePod is listed normally and available to buy at the MSRP. David Price / Foundry Yet the HomePod mini has absolutely not been discontinued. It’s still available for sale on Apple’s website, and when checking from the U.K. I found that all five color finishes were available for delivery tomorrow, or in-store pickup today. There seems to be plenty of stock. It’s unclear if an B&H employee did this accidentally, or if it’s an official policy. But such labels don’t appear to be common. After browsing through various Apple product listings I was unable to find any other devices labelled as discontinued, let alone ones which are still sold on Apple’s website. B&H is the only retailer known to have taken this step so far. But as MacRumors reports, other companies are providing more subtle hints that the first-gen HomePod mini might not be long for this world. Target and Verizon, for example, each have at least one color that’s out of stock, while Adorama, Walmart, and Staples appear to have no HomePod minis at all. Such widespread shortages are usually a sign that production is winding up ahead of a new model being launched. You’ll also remember a report earlier this month that claimed there was a retail store “event” happening on November 12, with employees working overnight to change store displays. For those keeping track, November 12 is tomorrow. Rumors also point to the release of a new Apple TV 4K. The HomePod mini was launched back in 2020 and hasn’t been updated since, other than the addition of new colors in 2021. So it’s probably fair to say that a second-gen model is overdue. (There was a five-year gap between the first and second full-size HomePods, and that includes almost two years when the product didn’t exist at all.) Multiple pundits have predicted that the HomePod mini 2 will arrive either later this year or early in 2026. Whether the new model will be much of an upgrade on its predecessor remains to be seen. But we’ve written a wish list of five improvements that would turn it into the mini smart speaker of our dreams.02:30 pmA new AI platform just dropped a $90 lifetime subscription
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Macworld Best AirPods Deals Available Now! Black Friday isn’t here yet but we are already some deals: $44 off AirPods 4 at Amazon. $30 off AirPods 4 (with ANC) at Amazon. We also have U.K. deals below. Black Friday, the yearly shopping event where everyone hunts for the biggest deals, is coming at the end of November, and if you want to get your hands on a pair of AirPods, it’s an excellent time to buy a pair. Expect to see some excellent deals on Apple’s AirPods through Black Friday and Cyber Monday. We expect to see incredible, all-time-low prices on AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max. You can also find the best deals on alternatives to the AirPods, including Beats headphones, which are made by Apple and have many of the same AirPods innovations. You should also check out our roundup of the best Black Friday Apple deals for this year. Early Black Friday 2025 AirPods deals: What to expect While prices are already being cut on some Apple products in the run-up to Black Friday, the best AirPods deals tend to happen between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. However, we’re already seeing all-time low deals on AirPods 4, and we expect AirPods Max to drop under $400 as well. We’ll also be on the lookout for any deals on the recently released AirPods Pro 3, as well as clearance deals on the AirPods Pro 2. U.S. Amazon, AirPods 4: $85 ($44 off, MSRP $129) Amazon, AirPods 4 (with ANC): $150 ($29 off, MSRP $179) Amazon, AirPods Max (USB-C): $500 ($49 off, MSRP $549) U.K. Amazon, AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C case): £199 (Note AirPods Pro 3 are only £219) Amazon, AirPods Pro 3: £219 (£0 off, RRP £219) Amazon, AirPods 4: £119 (£0 off, RRP £119) Amazon, AirPods 4 (with ANC): £169 (£0 off, RRP £169) Other headphone deals for Black Friday 2025 If it doesn’t have to be AirPods, take a look at these deals we’ve seen. You might also find some deals among our best earbuds for iPhones and Best over-ear headphones. U.S. Amazon, Beats Solo 4: $130 ($70 off, MSRP $200) Amazon, Beats Solo Buds: $70 ($10 off, MSRP $80) Amazon, Beats Studio Pro: $250 ($100 off, MSRP $350) Amazon, Beats Pill: $100 ($50 off, MSRP $150) Amazon, Beats Flex: $30 ($50 off, MSRP $70 U.K. Amazon, Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: £199.95 (£100 off, RRP £299.95) Amazon, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4: £169 (£60 off, RRP £229) Amazon, Beats Solo 4: £169 (£30 off, RRP £199.95) Amazon, Beats Fit Pro: £199 (£20 off, RRP £219.99) How to get the best AirPods deals for Black Friday 2025: Our advice We expect to see sales on all four AirPods models this year, with all-time low prices on the AirPods 4 and AirPods Max. Here’s what to look out for: AirPods 4: Apple’s cheapest AirPods weren’t updated in 2025, and we’ve seen prices falling all year. Over Prime Day, they dropped to $89 and early Black Friday sales have already dipped even lower. We don’t know if they’ll get as low as $75, but it’s possible. AirPods 4 with ANC: Apple sells a version of the AirPods 4 with noise cancellation for an extra $50, but we’ve seen them as low as $119. With AirPods 4 getting a larger price drop heading into Black Friday, we could see the ANC model inch closer to $110. AirPods Pro 3: Apple just released the newest AirPods Pro 3 in September alongside the iPhone 17, so we’re not expecting the kind of deep discounts we saw last year with AirPods Pro 2. However, we might see the remaining stock of AirPods Pro 2 drop as low as $150. AirPods Max: Apple’s over-the-ear AirPods haven’t been updated in a meaningful way since 2020. They still have an H1 chip, don’t support Apple’s latest AirPods Pro features, and have a very high price tag compared to similar wireless headphones. If you want a pair, we wouldn’t recommend buying one unless they drop under $400. Does Apple discount AirPods for Black Friday? Apple doesn’t cut prices for Black Friday, but it does hold a shopping event where it gives away gift cards when you buy certain items. For Apple’s Black Friday deal in 2024, it gave up to $75 in gift cards with the purchase of AirPods models made on Apple’s U.S. site or Apple’s U.K. site, so we expect similar offers this year: 202420232022AirPods 4$25n/an/aAirPods Pro (2nd generation)$50$50$50AirPods Max$75$75$75 You can about Apple’s Black Friday shopping event here: Apple Black Friday 2025: What you need to know about Apple’s sale. Get Apple's Black Friday offer (U.S.) Get Apple's Black Friday offer (U.K.) Black Friday 2025: Best deals for Apple products Check out these roundups for the best Apple deals: Apple Black Friday sale details Best Black Friday Apple deals Best Black Friday MacBook & Mac deals Best Black Friday AirPods deals Best Black Friday Apple Watch deals Best Black Friday iPad deals Best Black Friday iPhone deals01:24 pmiPhone 18 Pro may lose the two-tone look in 2026
The iPhone 18 Pro may have a more uniform appearance at the back than the iPhone 17 Pro, as a leaker claims a change in processing the rear glass will lose the two-tone effect.An orange iPhone 17 Pro Max. The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max underwent a major overhaul in the fall, combining an aluminum casing with a glass cutout section. While Apple does color-match the two materials fairly well, there is still a distinct difference in how the two appear.This may not necessarily be as apparent in the next model, if a leaker is to be believed. Instant Digital on Weibo wrote late on Monday that the iPhone 18 Pro series will use a new process for the rear glass. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:00 pmUS Think Tank Waves Red Flag Over Chinese Economic Espionage
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Macworld While we’re waiting to see if there’s a new HomePod mini or Apple TV 4K update in store for this week, Apple on Tuesday released a surprising new product that no one saw coming: The iPhone Pocket. It’s basically what it sounds like: a wearable pocket designed to fit your iPhone. Designed in collaboration with the studio of late Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake, who famously designed Steve Jobs’ trademark black turtleneck, the iPhone Pocket features a “ribbed open structure” that stretches to fully enclose your iPhone as well as “more of a user’s everyday items.” Apple points out that the stretchable 3D printed material “subtly reveals its contents and allows users to peek at their iPhone display.” The design is reminiscent of the iPod Socks, which were released in November 2004. Available in a pack of six colors, the colorful accessory was meant to act as a soft slipcase for an iPod while traveling. However, without a strap or a snap, the iPod Sock was somewhat impractical as a carrying case. iPod Socks were colorful pockets for your iPod.Apple The iPhone Pocket appears to solve those issues. As described by Molly Anderson, Apple’s vice president of Industrial Design, “This clever extra pocket exemplifies those ideas and is a natural accompaniment to our products. The color palette of iPhone Pocket was intentionally designed to mix and match with all our iPhone models and colors — allowing users to create their own personalized combination. Its recognizable silhouette offers a beautiful new way to carry your iPhone, AirPods, and favorite everyday items.” The iPhone Pocket is a “limited-edition release,” and will be available beginning Friday at select Apple Stores as well as online in France, Greater China, Italy, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, the UK, and the U.S. for $150/£139.95 (short strap), and $230/£219.95 (long strap). The short strap design is available in eight colors—lemon (yellow), mandarin (orange), purple, pink, peacock (teal), sapphire (blue), cinnamon (brown), and black—while the longer version comes in just three: sapphire, cinnamon, and black. If you have some cash burning a hole in your pocket you can buy one here: Apple U.S. or Apple U.K.12:43 pmBest magnetic wireless and USB car chargers and mounts for iPhone
Macworld We’ve all had that feeling, the one where we’re in the car and our phone suddenly warns that it’s about to run out of charge. There’s the frantic scramble for the relevant cable, only to remember that it’s in a bag at home. With the iPhone now functioning as a satnav and music player while we’re on the move, there’s a good chance that you could arrive at your destination with its battery levels severely depleted. That’s why in-car iPhone and MacBook chargers and mounts are essential purchases these days, as they ensure that we don’t run out of power while following directions in the back of beyond or struggle to get through the rest of the afternoon without our phones dying. You can charge your iPhone in a car using either a wired or a magnetic wireless charger. A wired charger will likely be faster but may also require a separate basic phone mount to secure your phone in a line-of-sight position for you to view the screen for navigation, notification or other safe-driving experience. A wireless charger will magnetically hold your iPhone (version 12 and later) and itself be held in a convenient position with a hook into the car’s ventilation grille. The adapter—make sure it’s at least 20W—will be plugged into the car’s 12V power socket (aka cigarette lighter) and connect to the iPhone or phone mount via a USB-C port for fast charging. Almost certainly, this will be faster than any built-in USB port in the car. Many magnetic wireless charging mounts come with a power adapter but some may require you to buy that as an extra. At the end of our list of recommended car chargers, we review some great power adapters—add a simple phone mount (also reviewed here) if wireless isn’t for you, but we find magnetic wireless the easiest solution. While wireless charging can be slower than wired charging, the latest wireless chargers can support up to 25W to achieve wired-like speeds. But what makes a good in-car iPhone charger, and which are the best options currently available? We’ve put together a selection that covers simple mounts and MagSafe wireless chargers (for iPhone 12 and above), up to ones that can deliver power to multiple devices and even laptops. So, if you spend time in your car, then one or more of these could be the best purchase you make this year. 1. Anker Prime 25W Wireless Car Charger – Fastest wireless iPhone charger Pros 25W wireless charging (iPhone 16/17) 15W for older iPhones Adjustable design Secure magnet Includes 45W power adapter Cons 25W only for iPhone 16 and 17 Expensive Incompatible with Tesla or Mercedes Price When Reviewed: $89.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $69.99 View Deal $89.99 View Deal Anker $89.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket This wireless charger clips into the vent of most cars but is not for Tesla or Mercedes drivers (or with cars that lack vent blades or use non-standard vent designs). That’s bad news for those car owners as the Anker Prime Car Charger is the fastest magnetic wireless iPhone car charger available right now, as it utilizes the latest Qi 2.2 standard to reach the top 25W output. That compares to 15W for certified MagSafe and Qi2 chargers and a mere 7.5W for “MagSafe Compatible” chargers. Note that only iPhones 16 and 17 models can benefit from the full 25W; older iPhones slip back to Qi2’s standard 15W. 25W should get your iPhone up to a 50% charge in just over half an hour, compared to 45 minutes for 15W, and well over an hour for the older and cheaper chargers at 7.5W. On a short car journey, you need all the power you can get to pump up your iPhone before you park up and the phone goes back in your pocket. It uses a Thermoelectric Cooling (TEC) active cooling system to keep your iPhone below 95°F (35°C) while charging, with grills circling the top of the charging pad. This should also benefit older iPhones as temperature is a major charging disruptor. A ball joint holder’s tail hook clips onto an air vent and can be angled at a 32-degree adjustable tilt. The USB-C port at the base of the unit is powered by the included 45W dual-port charger that plugs into the power outlet (aka cigarette lighter port) in the car. The other port is legacy USB-A that can output at 12W. Anker Should I buy the Anker Prime 25W Wireless Car Charger If in-car charging speed is of vital importance to you, the 25W Anker Prime is the fastest wireless car charger for iPhones that you’ll find. It’s sturdy and neat and tidy with cable holders included, and a dual-port USB charger included. Read our full Anker Prime 25W Wireless Car Charger (MagGo, AirCool, Pad) review 2. Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max Car Charger – 105W or 67W wired iPhone charger with cables Pros Simultaneously powers multiple devices Retractable cables Cons USB-C cable for iPhone 15 and later only Requires phone mount for in-car positioning Price When Reviewed: From $49.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $49.99 View Deal Baseus $49.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Car chargers can be a messy affair. It’s not uncommon to have USB cables dangling around the cabin if you have teenagers who quickly had to top up their phones before heading out of the car. The Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max has superior retractable built-in cables and additional charger ports that make it purpose-built for families and people that want to power up multiple devices while on the go. Plug the connector into the auxiliary power socket in the car, then pull out a cable from the top of the squarish section that houses the coiled leads. There are two flat tangle-free USB-C cables available, each of which will reach up to 2.6 feet (80cm) and gently retract back into the casing when your done. Should you require a different connection, say Lightning for iPhones older than the 15 models, then the two USB ports (1x USB-C, 1x USB-A) at the base of the PrimeTrip VR2 Max can be used with all four power outlets available simultaneously to charge multiple devices. The housing section can twist 90 degrees in either direction, allowing you to angle it towards the device you’re charging, and it also rotates around 180 degrees for the same purpose. The charger delivers up to a maximum of 163W or 240W depending on the model you choose. On the 163W model the main built-in cable (USB-C1) maxes out at 67W, while the second one outputs at 33W. For the 240W model both built-in cables go to 105W. On both models the USB-C port outputs at up to 33W, with the USB-A port slightly behind at 30W. Even 30W should be enough to fast-charge an iPhone, and 67W is great for even MacBook charging. Baseus Should you buy the PrimeTrip VR2 Max? The Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max is an easy way to power up several devices at the same time or fast charge a single one in your car. The versatile port and positioning options are very useful, and the retractable cables keep things neat and tidy. MacBook owners on the move should pay the extra for the 240W model, but for iPhones and iPads the 163W charger will be plenty. Read our full Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max Car Charger review 3. Satechi Qi2 Wireless Car Charger – 15W wireless iPhone charger Pros 15W wireless charging Simple, effective design Secure magnet Study hinge Includes 25W power adapter Price When Reviewed: $59.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $59.99 View Deal $59.99 View Deal Satechi $59.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket There’s nothing fancy about the Satechi Qi2 Wireless Car Charger, but that’s not a bad thing as it does the simple stuff well and will keep your iPhone charged during journeys and positionable for line-of-sight positioning for satnav, notifications and other displays. If you’re looking for a simple magnetic in-car charger, then the Satechi Qi2 unit is one that could fit the bill. The unit is compact and features a slim body to which an iPhone can be attached magnetically. There’s a ball joint holder that clips onto an air vent and can be angled a little bit in each direction so you can see the screen, with a supporting bracket to keep things steady. The vent hinge feels more secure than the Anker Prime Car Charger’s hook. At the base of the unit is a USB-C port into which you connect the included 3.3-foot (1m) cable, which itself is powered by the 25W single port charger that plugs into the power outlet (aka cigarette lighter port) in the car. You’ll get 15W of wireless Qi2 charging, and the magnet does a solid job of keeping the device secure while still being able to remove it at the end of your drive without ripping the holder out of the vent. Martyn Casserly Should I buy the Satechi Qi2 Wireless Car Charger The no-fuss approach of the Satechi charger is one that will appeal to anyone that simply wants to plug and go. The bracket feels sturdy, as do the magnets that hold the iPhone, while power is enough to top up the battery as you drive. It does feel a little on the expensive side when compared to some of the multi-port units that are around, but if you prefer the idea of wireless charging, then there’s plenty to like about this good-looking model. 4. Pitaka Magez Car Mount Pro 2 – 15W wireless iPhone charger Pros 15W wireless charging Secure magnet NFC shortcuts are helpful Cons Require power adapter Price When Reviewed: $59.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $59.99 View Deal Pitaka $59.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Pitaka’s MagEZ Car Mount Pro 2 fast charges iPhones at Qi2’s 15W. There are two versions of the MagEZ Car Mount Pro 2: one specifically for Tesla 3 and Tesla Y cars; and another universal mount for ventilation grilles on other cars. The version for the ventilation grille has a hook that is screwed to a ventilation lamella using a rotary wheel. This is easy to do if the ventilation grille is large enough. A long USB-C cable is included for the power supply, which is connected directly to the power supply in modern cars. If you don’t have a USB port in your car, you must also provide a charger for the power outlet (aka cigarette lighter). Pitaka also includes two practical adhesive cable guides. What makes the MagEX Car Mount Pro 2 unique is its built-in NFC support and its ability to work with iOS’s Shortcuts app. The NFC chips are small circles on the mount that can trigger a short command when the iPhone is held over them. For example, when getting into the car, the NFC can trigger the iPhone to set the focus to “Do not disturb” and play your favorite music. It’s a great feature and Pitaka has a guide on how to set up NFC with your iPhone. The design with the aramid fiber surface is very stylish and the magnetic hold is excellent. Should you buy the Pitaka MagEZ Car Mount Pro 2 Qi2? The MagEZ Car Mount Pro 2 impresses across the board: fast charging, strong hold, and the unique NFC function is one of the killer features if you are someone who likes to use automatic functions such as shortcuts. 5. Belkin BoostCharge Pro Magnetic Wireless Car Charger – 15W wireless iPhone charger Pros 15W wireless charging Secure magnet Includes 20W power adapter Cons Has slight movements with vertical vents. Price When Reviewed: $79.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Belkin $79.99 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket This Qi2 15W wireless charger and car vent mount stands out in an elegant white color, although you may prefer a wireless mount in the same black as most vent grilles. It boasts a convenient cable strap and rear cable holder to prevent messy tangling, and comes with a 20W power adapter that plugs into your car’s power outlet. The magnetic link is strong, which should mean that it can cope with any big bumps in the road. It works best with straight, horizontal vent slats up to 3mm in thickness and 20mm in depth. It does work with vertical slats, but there might be slight movements if the mount is overloaded with weight, says Belkin. Should you buy the Belkin BoostCharge Magnetic Wireless Car Charger? This is a solid magnetic wireless car charger and mount that fast charges at 15W. 6. Ugreen Nexode Fast Car Charger – 100W wired iPhone charger Pros 100W USB-C port Retractable cable Choice of 4 ports Cons USB-C cable for iPhone 15 and later only Requires phone mount for in-car positioning Price When Reviewed: $49.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $34.99 View Deal $49.99 View Deal Ugreen $49.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The Ugreen Nexode Fast Car Charger comes fitted with a built-in extendable USB-C cable and ports for other ones too. It’s not a mount so you’ll need one if you want in-car line-of-site iPhone positioning. The unit itself is a squarish block that’s just a little bigger than an AirPods Pro case but chunky as they are about twice as thick. Once plugged into the power outlet (once known as the cigarette lighter port) in a car, the top surface gives you access to the extendable USB-C cable that can stretch to a full 2.3 feet (70cm) giving it a good degree of reach, plus two USB-C ports as well as one for legacy USB-A cables. Total power output is 145W, split between the various ports. The built-in cable delivers up to 60W, while the USB-C2 port goes up to a whopping 100W (with a compatible cable) so you can even recharge a MacBook from 0% to over 80% in around an hour. The other two ports top out at 30W, and all can be used simultaneously—but with the power obviously divided between them. There’s support for various charging standards, such as PD 3.0, PPS, QC 3.0 and others, plus protection against overcharging and overheating. Ugreen Should I buy the Ugreen Fast Car Charger A multi-port charger is a great addition to any car and this offering from Ugreen can fast charge up to 100W, and has a built-in retractable cable, additional ports, plus a reasonable price, all of which make it easy to recommend. 7. Baseus PrimeTrip C03 Car Mount – Flexible iPhone mount Pros Sturdy construction Adjustable magnet intensity Bendable arm with swivel head for easy positioning Cons No charging capabilities Need to be left in place Price When Reviewed: $29.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $29.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The good-looking Baseus PrimeTrip C03 feel reassuringly sturdy and the magnetic grip can hold onto any iPhone quite happily. Due to the sticker base, it will have to remain in place once you’ve stuck it down, so be sure to choose the right location in your car. You may already have a charger in your car, or don’t feel you need one, but chances are you’ll still use your iPhone as a satnav and as such need a way to hold it in your car where you can see the display. If that’s the case, then the Baseus PrimeTrip C03 is a cost-effective way to get this done. The unit itself is a simple one, with a base sticker that secures it to your dashboard (or wherever you want to put it), attached to which is the holder. There’s a twistable button at the base that allows you to rotate the holder through 360 degrees once fixed in place, plus the arm of the holder is bendable so you can position the phone at the right height and angle be seen easily. A square magnetic plate makes up the main area of the holder, to which any version 12 or later iPhone (except the 16e) can be held securely. The intensity of the magnet can be adjusted by a dial on the back, so if you want to be able to easily remove the device or have a heavier one held very strongly, then you can cater the PrimeTrip C03 to your whim. The head can also be swivelled through 360 degrees, making it easy to choose the optimum viewing angle. Unlike some other mounts, this one needs to the stuck in place, so you won’t be able to easily remove and reposition it once it’s installed. Baseus does include a second sticker base in the pack though, so if you buy a new car you can take it with you. Be aware that this is just a mount, so if you want to power your iPhone you’ll need to buy an actual charger. It will work well in conjunction with either the Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max or Ugreen Fast Car Charger power adapters reviewed above or the simple Ugreen or Anker car chargers reviewed below. Or consider the more flexible Baseus PrimeTrip C03s, also reviewed below. Baseus Should I buy the Baseus PrimeTrip C03? If you just want a way to see your iPhone screen while driving, and don’t want or need a power source, then the adjustable and compact design of the PrimeTrip C03 is well worth considering. Just remember that once it’s stuck down you won’t be able to easily move it. 8. Baseus PrimeTrip C03s Magnetic Car Mount – Ultra-flexible iPhone mount Pros Sturdy construction Can fit into cramped spaces easily Flexible and adjustable Cons No charging capabilities Need to be left in place Price When Reviewed: $29.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $19.99 View Deal $29.99 View Deal Baseus $29.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The Baseus PrimeTrip C03s is an interesting car mount due to the split feet design that makes it more flexible than the plain C03 mount reviewed above. These allow it to be positioned in a wide variety of places, while retaining a secure hold of your iPhone. Just be aware that there’s no charger included and once it’s in place it can’t be moved. The bendable arms are used to position the height and placement of the phone are split and can be stuck in different places. This design allows the C03s to be used in more spaces than a standard holder, as the arms can be placed at unusual angles and curved around parts of the dashboard or centre console. If you prefer a more traditional approach, then there are magnets in the base feet that can hold the arms together, while still being pliable enough that you can contort them into the angles that you need to comfortably see the display on your iPhone. The latter is secured in place by place by a magnet, so you’ll need a device with MagSafe (iPhone 12 or later— except for the oddball iPhone 16e) otherwise it will just fall off. With the arms split, the C03s can be positioned in a wide range of areas, such as bent around the curved area directly in front of a steering wheel so you could quickly glance at your iPhone while driving. Obviously, physics still exists, so if you splay the arms wide in the same plane, then drive over rough ground, the stickers on the base feet might not have enough grip to guarantee that the phone won’t fall forward or back. But the flexibility on offer does mean that the C03s might fit where other mounts have struggled. Due to the stickers on the base feet, you’ll need to leave the C03s in place once you’ve installed it in your car. Baseus does include a spare set though, so you can move it at least once. Baseus Should you buy the Baseus PrimeTrip C03s? If you’ve had issues in the past with positioning traditional mounts in your car due to space or design, then the PrimeTrip C03s is something a little different that could solve your conundrum. 9. Ugreen 130W USB-C Car Charger – Powerful in-car charger Pros 100W can charge any MacBook 3 ports Cons Requires phone mount for in-car positioning 12W ports a bit puny Price When Reviewed: $39.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $23.99 View Deal $29.99 View Deal Ugreen $39.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Nearly every car has a power outlet aka 12V accessory outlet, and once known as the cigarette lighter socket. Place you charger in here and connect directly to your iPhone or to a magnetic wireless charger or simple mount with a long enough USB-C or Lightning cable. You should aim for at least a 20W power charger with a USB-C port as USB-A cannot fast-charge an iPhone. The Ugreen USB-C Car Charger has three ports that can output 130W of power: one port at 100W, which is enough to power up a MacBook Pro, another USB-C at 12W and a USB-A at 12W. 12W is a bit puny for phones and iPads but fine for an Apple Watch or headphones. 10. Anker 30W USB-C Car Charger – Affordable in-car charger Pros Affordable 2 ports Cons Requires phone mount for in-car positioning Only 12W per port at same time Price When Reviewed: $13.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $7.97 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket This in-car charger is a highly affordable tool for the accessory outlet. It won’t be much good if you want toi charge your MacBook, but it’s fine for iPhones. Each of the USB-C and USB-A ports can output about 30W on their own—enough to fast-charge an iPhone—but use both at the same time and each will slow to just 12W—again, enough for headphones or a Watch but a little slow for an iPhone. Safety and best practices for in-car charging Extreme temperatures are a battery’s enemy. Avoid overheating and very cold temperatures as they will damage the battery. In particular, don’t leave your phone to charge in a hot car, especially in direct sunlight. Make sure you use quality accessories. Choose one of the chargers we recommend here or at least from quality charging companies such as Anker, Belkin, Ugreen, Baseus, Satechi and Plugable. Cheapo chargers and cables may damage your phone’s battery and internal components over time. If you use quality accessories you shouldn’t need to worry about overcharging. Today’s iPhones have sophisticated built-in power management that prevents this. Car-charging alternatives If you don’t lose it and remember to keep it charged, having a power bank in your car is another way of charging your iPhone on the move—and you can keep it clamped to your phone when you leave the car. Take a look at our recommended best magnetic power banks for iPhone for a variety of solutions.12:37 pmHow to not break app when submitting to App Store
So I have made a lot of changes to my app and am going to submit to the app store. All the current users are using the previous backend without the changes, and I need to switch over to use the new backend. However, I cannot do this when the app gets approved because the […]12:35 pmGitHub – conorluddy/xclaude-plugin: iOS development ClaudeCode plugin for mindful token and context usage. Contains modular MCPs that group various Xcode/IDB tools based on your current workflow. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingGitHub – conorluddy/xclaude-plugin: iOS development ClaudeCode plugin for mindful token and context usage. Contains modular MCPs that group various Xcode/IDB tools based on your current workflow.
It seems November is the month that everyone has started realising that their MCP servers are eating all of their tokens…. I shared xCode MCP and xCode Simulator Skill repos I built recently, both of which are wrappers around xCode and the IDB simulator tools that try to optimise them for Claude usage. E.g. when […]12:27 pmiPhone 18 Pro May Drop Rear Two-Tone Appearance for a Unified Look
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models could drop the current two-tone look of the rear casing found on the iPhone 17 Pro in favor of a more seamless aesthetic, if a Chinese leaker is reporting correct information. On existing iPhone 17 Pro models, Apple has used a glass cutout at the back for MagSafe charging, and there is a color difference between the aluminum frame of the iPhone 17 Pro and the Ceramic Shield 2 cutout, giving the iPhone 17 Pro models a two-tone look. That's set to change for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, according to known Weibo-based leaker Instant Digital. For the next-generation models, Apple has apparently updated the back-glass "replacement process" to minimize the color difference between the glass and the aluminum frame, resulting in a more unified appearance. The claim could well dovetail with a separate rumor, also originating out of China, that said the Ceramic Shield will feature a "slightly transparent design." The latter description came in September courtesy of leaker Digital Chat Station, who also said the iPhone 18 Pro models will feature an otherwise similar design to the iPhone 17 Pro models. Instant Digital, the author of today's rumor, has accurately leaked Apple information before, such as the Yellow finish for the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus, and the Apple Watch Ultra 2's Titanium Milanese Loop. However, the account does not have a perfect track record. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are reported to feature A20 Pro chips, fabricated with TSMC's latest 2nm process, and Apple's C2 modem rather than a Qualcomm modem. Both models are expected to launch alongside Apple's first foldable iPhone in September 2026.Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tag: Instant DigitalRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:23 pm'Fallen Astronaut' book snatched up by Apple TV ahead of auction
Apple TV has reportedly paid a six-figure sum to secure the rights to a high technology novel before it even found a publisher.Apple TVBefore any book reaches the shelves, it has already been considered for a movie or TV series. In this case, J S Mayank and David Carlyle's "Fallen Astronaut" was a manuscript without a publication deal, until Apple stepped in with a high six-figure offer.According to Deadline, the manuscript was being circulated to book publishers in early November 2025. It was about to enter a bidding auction for publication rights when Apple stepped in. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:20 pmSnapchat reintroduces 2D avatars after users rejected 3D ones
It’s been a couple of years since Snapchat made the shift to 3D avatars. The company said at the time that it gave users more ways than ever to represent themselves. Two years later, the complaints kept coming, so following a petition 2D avatars are now being reintroduced … more…12:15 pmWill your iPhone get iOS 27? We think we have the answer
Macworld Whenever Apple rolls out a major new version of iOS, iPhone owners hurry to check whether their handset (particularly if it’s an older model) will be able to run the update and benefit from its new features. When iOS 26 was announced in June, for example, it was the iPhones XR, XS, and XS Max which got the bad news. They dropped off the list and would be unable to install the new software. As a general rule, iPhones get iOS updates for at least five years after launch. But sometimes they last longer. The iPhone 6s was able to run seven separate versions of iOS, from iOS 9 when it launched in 2015 to iOS 15 in 2021, and the iPhone XS and XR followed the same pattern until they ended up on the chopping block earlier this year. With iOS 26 out in the wild (and further updated to iOS 26.1), there’s one big question on iPhone owners’ minds right now. Which phones will be compatible with iOS 27? While we don’t know for certain, we’ve got a good idea of what to expect. iPhones that will (probably) get iOS 27 iPhone 17, 17 Pro / 17 Pro Max (launched in 2025) iPhone Air (launched in 2025) iPhone 16e (launched in 2025) iPhone 16 / 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max (launched in 2024) iPhone 15 / 15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max (launched in 2023) iPhone 14 / 14 Plus / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max (launched in 2022) iPhone SE 3 (launched in 2022) iPhone 13 / 13 mini / 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max (launched in 2021) iPhone 12 / 12 mini / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max (launched in 2020) iPhone SE 2 (launched in 2020) iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max (launched in 2019) If you go by age, the 11-series handsets would be next to go, closely followed by the iPhone SE 2, which is also equipped with an A13 chip but was launched six months later. If the iPhone 11 was cut from the list for the next iOS update, it would still have enjoyed six full years of updates. For the iPhone SE 2, it would be five. However, I suspect that Apple will also support these older models for another year and let them run iOS 27. There are two arguments in favour of this. The first is that, while the A12-equipped iPhone XS no longer gets full software updates, there are plenty of other Apple devices with the same chip which do. The A12 is a real jack of all trades, appearing in everything from the 3rd-gen iPad Pro to the iPad 8 and 2nd-gen Apple TV 4K (while the A12Z formed the basis for the M1). The iPad 8 has now been on the market for five years, the Apple TV 4K (2nd gen) for just four, which means that Apple will probably continue to make software that’s compatible with the A12 for a few more years, even if it’s iPadOS or tvOS rather than iOS. And this ought to mean that A13-based devices are safe for a little longer. The second reason is that Apple is likely to base its decision on the popularity and distribution of individual devices. The iPhone 6s was supported for so long, at least in part, because so many people owned them. And all signs suggest that the iPhone SE 2 was and remains extremely popular as a work mobile. Only the limited RAM could be the device’s downfall: we already noticed with iOS 26 that the iPhone SE 2 had problems with its 3GB of RAM. The iPhone 11 has 4GB, as does the iPhone 12, so there’s no problem with either of them. As a rule, the processor generation is the decisive factor in whether a model receives a further iOS update or not. In the following list, you can see all models and their respective chips:11:58 amApp build approved + “Ready for Distribution” but not appearing on App Store, is there a delay? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingApp build approved + “Ready for Distribution” but not appearing on App Store, is there a delay?
Hey everyone, I have a question about the App Store release timing. My app was approved yesterday and I had the release set to automatic release (not manual). In App Store Connect, the build is showing as Ready for Distribution, but it’s been about 24 hours and the app still isn’t visible on the App […]11:55 amApple’s latest accessory is a designer pocket for your iPhone
Apple unveils the iPhone Pocket, a 3D-knitted iPhone accessory designed in collaboration with Japan's Issey Miyake. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)11:50 amAirPods Max suffering the three amber lights of death? Freezing them might help
Some owners of first-generation AirPods Max headphones have reported experiencing “the three amber lights of death.” This is when the headphones fail to connect and a standard reset doesn’t resolve the problem. While the headphones might appear to be bricked, as this indicates a hardware failure, there are a couple of potential solutions which may at least keep them going for a while … more…11:38 amNew HomePod rumors: HomePod with screen and HomePod mini coming soon?
Macworld A new HomePod mini could arrive before the end of 2025, with Apple no doubt keen to meet the demand of the busy holiday shopping period. Rumors suggest that a new HomePod mini v2 will launch in the fall of 2025. Will this just be a straightforward update to the diminutive Apple speaker, with a color refresh and a sound boost, or could it be something more? Those hoping that Apple will launch a HomePod with a display will be pleased to learn that there are also indications that Apple is working on such a product, however, we may have a little longer to wait until that comes to market. In this article, we are logging all the rumors and reports about the new HomePod, its release date, specs and features. So, read on for all the information. HomePod mini 2 release date November 12 (possible) Apple introduced the HomePod mini five years ago in November 2020. It’s long due an update and one may soon arrive. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman expects a new HomePod mini in 2025. In January 2025 he wrote that Apple would update the HomePod mini towards the end of 2025. Then in a August 2025 newsletter Gurman reiterated his predictions in response to code released (and withdrawn) by Apple that included identifiers for unreleased devices, of which the HomePod mini was apparently one. He said: “The findings corroborate a lot of what I’ve reported, including that fresh Apple TV and HomePod mini models will arrive this fall. Foundry The prediction may be coming true: on November 11 B&H listed the current HomePod mini as discontinued and is no longer selling them. Could this mean that the HomePod mini 2 will soon go on sale? We hope so. As for when the launch might happen, a report appeared in early November indicating that Apple has an in store event planned for November 12. While that’s not Apple’s usual style of launch event, it may indicate that new products are coming and Apple is preparing to celebrate the launch in its stores. HomePod 3 with screen release date Fall 2025 (possible) The HomePod mini has a bigger sibling and bigger things are rumored for that model. The original HomePod went on sale in February 2018 and was discontinued in March 2021. The second generation HomePod was introduced in January 2023. A third generation HomePod may offer more than the second generation does. Rumors point to a new HomePod with a screen that could launch in 2025. Mark Gurman in a Power On newsletter in January 2025 said that Apple will launch a HomePod with screen and that it would be “Apple’s most significant release of the year”. This seems to be more than a HomePod speaker, it could be a brand new smart hub. Foundry and Apple Back in March 2023 Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo wrote about Apple’s smart-home plans. He indicated that Apple “will unveil a redesigned HomePod featuring a 7-inch panel in 1H24,” and that this device “could enable tighter integration with Apple’s other hardware products.” At the time Kuo gave the expected release date for the HomePod with a screen as the first half of 2024 (which obviously didn’t happen). In December 2024, Kuo indicated that the HomePod with screen won’t arrive until after WWDC 2025. He wrote on Medium: “The mass production schedule for the display-equipped HomePod has been delayed multiple times. Initially forecasted for 2024 (as I predicted in 2023), it was postponed to 1Q25, and more recently, further delayed to after WWDC 2025/3Q25.” Kuo blamed software development for the delay in production, although he didn’t clarify why the software is taking longer than expected to develop. However, in March 2025 Kuo tweeted that the HomePod with screen will be further delayed not just because of Apple Intelligence delays, but because it needs to align with other new Apple products. HomePod with display incoming?Foundry New HomePod screen rumors 7-inch display rumored for new HomePod Lots of other rumors point to a brand new HomeHub device… Apple’s HomePod currently sufferers from its reliance on Siri to control it. With Siri not able to understand instructions as well as might be hoped, some HomePod users choose instead to interface with the device via an iPhone, but this can be a drain on the iPhone battery. Incorporating a screen would allow users to interface with the HomePod via its display. Those hoping for a screen on their HomePod may soon have their wish granted. According to Ming-Chi Kuo in March 2023, Apple “will unveil a redesigned HomePod featuring a 7-inch panel” in 2024. That’s not much smaller than the iPad mini, which has an 8.3-inch display. The screen would also offer multi-touch functionality. The screen could be something altogether different: Back in April 2021 Mark Gurman described a high-end speaker with a touch screen that would combine an iPad with a HomePod speaker and a camera mounted on a robotic arm that could follow the user around the room during a video chat. He has made various references to this over the years. There are also rumors about Apple’s plans for a HomeHub that could be a screen for controlling smart-home systems, again originating with Gurman. For now though, a simple HomePod with screen seems most likely. To get an idea of how this could look we need only look at the Amazon Echo Show 10, which combines a display that moves automatically with Amazon’s speaker. The Echo Show 10 costs $249.99 / £259.99. Alternatively, some time ago Swiss website Handy Abovergleich and designer Eric Huismann created a series of concept illustrations of how this new generation of HomePod could look. Here’s how they imagine the HomePod Show—a speaker with a camera and a small touchscreen—could look. Foundry Apple HomePod, Siri and AI However, with Siri set to become more ‘intelligent’ thanks to Apple Intelligence, the need for this screen to interface with the devices may be reduced. The key to such products tends to be their smart assistant and Apple has plans to improve Siri with Apple Intelligence (AI). However, Apple has delayed the release of its new improved Siri and this has had an effect on the timing of these new products which, Gurman noted in September 2024, “are considered collaborations between Apple’s artificial intelligence and home device hardware engineering groups.” As Macworld’s David Price has previously stated, when discussing why the HomePod needs needs more than a screen – “What would help is a thorough overhaul of Siri: fix that, and then sure, you can have a screen alongside a voice control system that actually works.” And as Macworld contributor Mahmoud Itani pointed out earlier in 2025, Siri on the HomePod should be able to use ChatGPT for AI queries. New HomePod: Color options Apple Inc Currently the HomePod mini comes in Blue, Yellow, Midnight, Orange, and White and the HomePod in Black or White. We’d love to see a nicer color selection. Orange and yellow stand out, but there aren’t many bedrooms and living rooms decorated in those gaudy colors. We think pink would be a popular color choice. New HomePod: Specs and features We don’t know much about the specs of any of these devices, but their need to support Apple Intelligence will mean they do require high end tech inside: Processor The HomePod that launched in January 2023 featured the same S7 chip as the Apple Watch Series 7. This means the current HomePod doesn’t support Apple Intelligence and the new Siri features. We expect that a new HomePod, especially if it has a screen will use a more powerful processor, that is compatible with Apple Intelligence. The rumors indicate that we can expect an A18 chip – the same chip as is found in the iPhone 16 – in the HomePod. This would be a big boost from the current model that is equipped with the S5 chip from the 2019 iPhone. The more powerful chip could be reserved for a more advanced HomeHub HomePod model. Better sound The HomePod and HomePod mini support Apple Music Lossless up to 24-bit/48kHz. We’d like to hear Hi-Res Lossless. Apple Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip Apple is said to be working on it’s own Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip (codenamed Proxima) that could bring support for Wi-Fi 6E to the HomePod. This would be a big jump from the current HomePod’s 802.11n Wiri and Bluetooth 5.0 and should result in less signal interference and better wireless speed. Camera There are suggestions that Apple is working on a new device that combines a HomePod with a camera, or places a camera on a robot arm. This camera could also be used to recognize gestures. Some years ago a patent was filed that related to a future HomePod that could interpret 3D hand gestures. That patent describes a HomePod that can “interpret three-dimensional hand gestures as a means of controlling the device so as to execute an action or function.” Multi-touch display We’re hoping that Apple will give us something that will compete with the Echo Show, so we can view YouTube videos and use apps on the new hybrid device. Perhaps we won’t get the display we are hoping for, but a more interactive display than the one we have currently would be great. We’d like to see more than just volume controls and a Siri animation. New HomePod prices The current prices for the HomePods are as follows: HomePod: $299/£299 HomePod mini: $99/£99 We don’t expect prices to change, although with the current economic headwinds and tariffs it is possible. We think Apple will continue to sell the HomePod mini at the sweet spot of just under $100. The HomePod could see a price hike if Apple includes the rumored screen with it. Or maybe a HomePod with screen will be an additional product, with a higher price of around $399/£399 or more.11:36 amApple Considers Adding Second Camera to Delayed iPhone Air 2
Apple's reported delay of the second-generation iPhone Air will be used to work on a redesign of the device that could include a second rear camera, according to a news brief from The Information. A redesign that includes a second camera is said to be one way that Apple thinks it can address user complaints that the iPhone Air, while an impressive design feat, has led to too many hardware compromises, especially given the high price tag. Apple priced it starting at $999, and that appears to have put off customers, leading to reports of poor sales and manufacturing cuts. The iPhone Air is only $100 cheaper than the $1,099 iPhone 17 Pro, which has a triple-lens rear camera and much better battery life. The report claims that some Apple engineers want to release the redesigned version with a second camera in spring 2027, which is when Apple is expected to release the regular iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e, as part of a new split launch cycle. The iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and an all-new foldable iPhone are expected to launch in fall 2026, which was when the iPhone Air 2 was originally expected. The Information reported on the delay earlier this week. The report seemingly corroborates a leak out of China last week that claimed Apple's second iPhone Air model is in development and could feature two rear cameras instead of one, with a 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide camera joining the existing 48MP Fusion Main camera. Multiple technologies are housed in the plateau of the iPhone Air to maximize space for the battery, so Apple would presumably need to redesign the internals considerably to fit in another camera. Previous reports have said Apple's work on a second-generation version of the iPhone Air is aimed at reducing the weight, adding vapor chamber cooling, and improving the battery capacity.Related Roundup: iPhone AirTag: The InformationBuyer's Guide: iPhone Air (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:30 amWait, is Apple actually going to make the Mac everyone wants?
Macworld We could talk about what Apple’s done wrong lately. We could. Probably for a while. Just look at this list of grievances. Apple’s failed to deliver on its AI promises, and the AI it has delivered, like Image Playground, has not been terribly impressive. (Of course, this is defining “AI” as the market currently defines it, which is customer-facing apps and chatbots. Apple does all kinds of AI under the hood that works quite nicely.) The company continues to fight tooth and nail against allowing third-party app stores on iOS, despite the desire for more options from users, developers, and regulating authorities. Have you seen these icons? They’re horrible! So horrible that some have suggested that they are criminal in nature! To be clear, the Macalope is not advocating that criminal charges be brought against any designers at Apple over these icons. Maybe some light spankings would be in order, though. And then, of course, there’s all the sucking up. Gross. Super gross. Zero stars. Unlikely to recommend to friends and coworkers. But now Apple seems set to do something right… …for a change? Can we say “for a change”? It seems overly dramatic because Apple does do good things too, but let’s say “for a change” here because that list seems like kind of a lot right now, and the Macalope needs to get the taste of it out of his mouth. “Apple Prepares to Enter Low-Cost Laptop Market for First Time” In this economy, releasing a cheaper product is a good thing. Pundits have been saying Apple needed to release cheaper [insert any product category here] since forever, most notably perhaps when netbooks were set to destroy MacBook sales all the way back in 2009. Yes, year numbers actually go that low! The Macalope had to look it up to make sure it wasn’t a typo he made back in 2009, but that was actually the year then! You try to tell that to kids today, and they won’t believe you. “You’re crazy, old man! Years started with 2010! Now get off the playground or we’re calling the cops!” If you’d like to receive regular news and updates to your inbox, sign up for our newsletters, including The Macalope and Apple Breakfast, David Price’s weekly, bite-sized roundup of all the latest Apple news and rumors.IDG But this isn’t a situation like netbooks. There are no external pressures that will surely drive the company out of business this time. (There weren’t any then, either.) To be clear, the company isn’t doing this out of the goodness of its heart. Corporations may be treated like people in this country, but they’re soulless people with no hearts and nothing but pure avarice coursing through their veins. Which, oddly, sounds like some actual humans the Macalope could name. In a weird twist, Apple itself may have created the need to try to compete more with cheaper Chromebooks and Windows laptops. How? By making Apple silicon so good that people simply don’t need to buy new Macs as often. The Macalope did upgrade his M1-based MacBook Air earlier this year, but, honestly, it was more about just wanting a new laptop than needing one. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman also notes the opportunity afforded by Microsoft’s shift to Windows 11. It’s comforting to know that any time Apple wants to boost sales a bit, Microsoft will help out by pushing users into an unwanted, poorly executed operating system upgrade. Super nice of them. Before we praise Apple too much for bestowing a cheaper MacBook on us (or at all), it should be noted that the company has already been consciously, deliberately selling a “cheap” laptop. It’s the M1 MacBook Air, which you can get on sale from Walmart in the U.S. for the low, low price of $599. Is there a difference between making a new, if lower-powered, laptop and just continuing to make the one you first shipped five years ago and selling it at a lower price? Sure. While the rumored cheaper Air is expected to come with an A18 Pro processor instead of an M-series, a lower-end LCD display, and no Thunderbolt support, customers should be able to expect longer support for the device than a model Apple has stopped selling directly. Even if he hadn’t just bought a new MacBook, this isn’t a laptop the Macalope is likely to be interested in, no matter how much his health insurance costs are set to go up next year. But it’s nice, it’s going to be an option for some people.11:13 amWhy cannot i create new album with limited access to Photos?
Many apps can create album with limited access to Photos. But my code failed to do it, only with Full access then it can create album. My code mainly uses ‘PHAssetCollectionChangeRequest.creationRequestForAssetCollection(withTitle: albumName)’ to do the job. Why? How can other apps create album with limited access only? submitted by /u/qdwang [link] [comments]11:06 amWhy Are Meta Ads Manager Conversions Lower Than Events Manager on iOS (No ATT Prompt Implemented)? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWhy Are Meta Ads Manager Conversions Lower Than Events Manager on iOS (No ATT Prompt Implemented)?
Currently we are running Meta (Facebook) ads with an App Install objective. We’d like to test running Meta ads with a Free Trial activation (app event) objective. Our iOS app: Integrates the Facebook SDK. – https://developers.facebook.com/docs/ios/getting-started/ Has NOT implemented the App Tracking Transparency (ATT) prompt. – https://developer.apple.com/documentation/apptrackingtransparency Does not log events manually via AppEvents.shared.logEvent. We […]11:00 amApple @ Work Podcast: SupportApp 3.0 makes remote Mac support even easier
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. In this episode of Apple @ Work, Jordy Witteman from Root3 joins the show to talk about the latest updates to SupportApp. more…10:49 amLimited edition knitted iPhone Pocket launched by Apple and Japanese fashion house
Japan's Issey Miyake fashion house and Apple have launched a stretched sock-like accessory for the iPhone, which can act as a bag or a shoulder strap.It's designed for iPhone, AirPods, or other items — image credit: AppleThe fashion house is named for the late Issey Miyake, the designer responsible for Steve Jobs's famous black turtleneck. This new collaboration between the fashion house and Apple sees them producing a brightly colored range of the new iPhone Pocket accessory."Apple and ISSEY MIYAKE share a design approach that celebrates craftsmanship, simplicity, and delight," Molly Anderson, Apple's vice president of Industrial Design, said in a statement. "This clever extra pocket exemplifies those ideas and is a natural accompaniment to our products." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:27 amIs it possible to “pin” a list to an item when animating its items?
Below is a minimal example of a list. When inserting items into it withAnimation, the new items animate in nicely and the old items slide down. I would like to preserve the visual position of the user when this happens. For example, if they’re scrolled to the bottom, the items they’re looking at will get […]10:26 amApple Event Guide 2025: The next Apple Event and the new products to expect
Macworld Apple doesn’t participate in big industry-wide events such as CES, IFA or E3. Apple holds its own events, thank you very much. Several times a year, Apple invites the press and industry professionals to Apple Park to hear all about its latest products and services. Apple calls these ‘events,’ and streams them live online to millions of watchers. So far in 2025 Apple has held two events: it’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) which kicked off on June 9 with a keynote in which Apple showed off the new features coming in the next version of its operating systems: iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26 and macOS 26 Tahoe. And a huge Apple Event on September 9, when Apple launched new Apple Watches, new AirPods Pro and its new iPhones for 2025 – including the iPhone Air. To recap what happened read our Live Blog of the Awe Dropping iPhone Event. Apple doesn’t have to hold an event to launch new products though. Prior to WWDC, Apple launched a new iPhone 16e via press release on February 19, a new iPad and iPad Air via press release on March 4, and a new MacBook Air and Mac Studio on March 5. Since the September event Apple has gone on to launch a new M5 MacBook Pro and M5 iPad Pro in October. No event was held to mark these launches, so does that mean that Apple will not be holding any more events in 2025? Probably, although there is a chance that something will happen on November 12 – a date that Apple is apparently planning a mysterious retail store ‘event’. Read on to find out about the events Apple will hold and Apple’s new product launches coming in 2025 and 2026. When is Apple’s next event? November 12 Apple Store event reported When Apple launched the new M5 MacBook Pro and M5 iPad Air in October, there was no event. Those new products were simply announced with a press release. Will Apple hold an event in November? There are still new products rumored to be coming, so a November event is plausible, not not likely. It would be a good time to launch the rumored new products: a new HomePod, AirTag and Apple TV, enabling Apple to meet the demand for gifts at this time of year. However, the launch of these products is unlikely to warrant an event – although the report that Apple is planning something in retail stores for that day could indicate that there will be activity around the launch. Perhaps a Christmas shopping event tied to the new launches? Apple What time will the next Apple event start? Apple keynotes usually start at 10 am PT/PST. That translates to the following times in the countries where most of our readers live: U.S.: at 10 am (PST/PDT), 11 am (MST/MDT), noon (CST/CDT), 1 pm (EST/EDT) Canada: as above, and 2 pm (AST/ADT) U.K.: at 6 pm (GMT/BST) Europe: at 7pm (CET/CEST), 8 pm (EET/EEST) India: at 10.30 pm (IST) Australia: Next day at 1 am (AWST/AWDT), 2.30 am (ACST/ACDT), 3 am (AEST/AEDT) New Zealand: Next day at 5 am (NZST/NZDT) Timings can be slightly different if Apple holds the event during the period of a couple of weeks when the clocks have changed in the U.S. but not elsewhere (later in 2025 both the U.S. and U.K. will change back on October 26). Sometimes Apple holds events at different times, for example, in October 2023 the event was held in late afternoon in San Francisco, which meant it was midnight in the U.K. If Apple doesn’t hold an event and instead just issues a press release that usually happens around 8 am PT, 11 am ET and 4 pm GMT/BST. How long does an Apple event last? Foundry Apple keynotes usually last between one and two hours and feature CEO Tim Cook along with various other Apple executives. WWDC and the September event tend to be longer keynotes; the spring and late-fall events can be slightly shorter. The September 2024 event was 1 hour 38 minutes. When does Apple usually hold events? Apple usually holds three or four live or live-streamed events throughout the year. During these events, the company unveils its latest products and plans during a keynote address. They are usually held during similar times of the year: March/April: Spring event (in 2024 this was held in May) June: WWDC – the Worldwide Developers Conference (iOS, macOS previews) September: Fall event (iPhone and Apple Watch) October/November: Late-fall event (Macs and iPads) This event calendar is by no means set in stone, though, with the spring and October events being less regular. Some years, Apple doesn’t hold a spring event at all. In 2024, Apple held three events: one on Tuesday, May 7, at which it launched new iPads, a keynote to kick off WWDC on June 10, and an event on September 9 at which Apple unveiled the new iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10 and the AirPods 4. In October 2024 there was no event, but Apple did announce new products (iMac, Mac mini and MacBook Pro) via press release. In 2023 there were three events: WWDC in June, an iPhone event in September, and Apple’s second fall event on October 30 (or after midnight on October 31 if you weren’t in the U.S.). Similarly, in 2022 Apple held three events: a spring event on March 8, WWDC on June 6, and the iPhone 14 launch on September 7. In other years Apple has held four events though. Apple launched the new iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro in September 2022.Apple What will launch at the Apple events in 2025 Here are the events we expect to see before the end of 2025, and what could launch. Late fall event 2025 We’ve already seen Apple release a new M5 MacBook Pro and an iPad Pro running M5 chips in October. Does that mean that Apple is done for the year? Maybe not. There are still a number of new products expected including a new HomePod, Apple TV, AirTag 2, and the rumored HomeHub. Other products on the horizon include a new Mac Pro (the current model still utilizing the generations-old M2 Ultra chip). These new products may be coming, but will Apple hold an event for them? Probably not. For more information about Apple’s late fall events read: Apple’s October Event: Date, time and what will launch. Spring event 2026 Apple Like the October/fall event, a spring event is not a regular occurrence, but a spring event is held slightly more often than not. When an event is held in the spring we often see new entry-level iPhones and consumer Macs and iPads. For the spring 2026 event we expect to see the M5 MacBook Air with an upgraded M5 chip and minor improvements, an iPhone 17e to replace the iPhone 16e released in 2025, and new entry-level iPad and iPad Air. We may also see a new Studio Display, with Apple rumored to be working on a new external Mac monitor with features like ProMotion and HDR, and, if we don’t see it sooner, that rumored Smart Home hub. For more information about Apple’s spring events read: Apple Spring event: Date, time, product launch rumors. WWDC 2026 WWDC is an event that happens like clockwork every June. It’s Apple’s big developer event at which it reveals plans for the operating systems that run on Apple hardware. In June 2026 we expect Apple to unveil details of the iOS 27, iPadOS 27, a new macOS, updates to watchOS, tvOS, HomePod software, and an update to Apple’s realityOS. Apple sometimes announces new hardware at WWDC, usually the high end models targeted at power users, so we could see new Macs. Following the keynote on the Monday, developer events and sessions will run throughout the week. You can about WWDC date, times and everything you need to know in a separate article. September 2026 event Apple’s iPhone launch event has become a regular fixture in September (aside from 2020 event when it was delayed until October – and the early January launches). We can be pretty confident that the iPhone 18 series will launch in 2026, although there may be some changes to the line up (we may see the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max launch in September but the iPhone 18 may be held back until the spring of 2027!) Find out more about the September iPhone event in our dedicated article. Past Apple Events Spring Apple events have been held on the following dates: 2025: No event 2024: Tuesday May 7 2023: No event 2022: Tuesday March 8 2021: Tuesday April 20 2020: No event 2019: Monday March 25 2018: Tuesday March 27 2017: No event 2016: Monday March 21 2015: Monday March 9 2014: No event 2013: No event 2012: Wednesday March 7 WWDC events have fallen on the following dates: WWDC 2025: June 9 (9-13) WWDC 2024: June 10 (10-14) WWDC 2023: June 5 (5-9) WWDC 2022: June 6 (6-10) WWDC 2021: June 7 (7-11) WWDC 2020: June 22 (22-26) WWDC 2019: June 3 (3-7) WWDC 2018: June 4 (4-8) WWDC 2017: June 5 (5-9) Here are the past few Apple September event dates: 2025: Tuesday, September 9 2024: Monday, September 9 2023: Tuesday, September 12 2022: Tuesday, September 13 2022: Wednesday, September 7 2021: Tuesday, September 14 2020: Tuesday, September 15 2019: Tuesday, September 10 2018: Wednesday, September 12 2017: Tuesday, September 12 In the past, Apple has held a second fall event on the following dates: 2025: TBC 2024: No event 2023: Monday, October 30 2022: No event 2021: Monday, October 18 2020: Tuesday, October 13 and Tuesday, November 10 2019: No event 2018: Tuesday, October 30 2017: No event 2016: Thursday, October 27 2015: No event 2014: Thursday, October 16 2013: Tuesday, October 22 2012: Tuesday, October 23 2011: Tuesday, October 410:15 amRumor: OLED MacBook Pro feature could be limited to M6 Pro and M6 Max models
If you’re hankering after a MacBook Pro with the long-awaited OLED display, you might have to snag the higher-end M6 Pro or M6 Max version. Per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, while Apple is expected to redesign the MacBook Pro for the first time since 2021 in the near future, and is thought to be incorporating an […] Source10:00 amBeeBot for AirPods app released, centers arounds geolocation features
If you loved the Foursquare app, you might like this. Hopscotch Labs has released BeeBot for AirPods, an app that functions as a social audio guide to your city. The app, which works with assorted wired and wireless earphones and earbuds, offers short updates about a city’s people, places, and things nearby, and is emceed […] SourceFirehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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