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Macworld TL;DR: Get a 1-month Microsoft 365 subscription on sale for $7.99. Some subscriptions are worth it, and Microsoft 365 is definitely one of them because of all the little extras that aren’t available in Microsoft Office. It’s even better if you can get it on sale. Right now, a 1-month Microsoft 365 Personal Subscription is marked down from $9.99 to $7.99. Microsoft 365 Personal gives you access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote, along with a few add-ons that make it more useful than a basic Office setup. You can use it on up to five devices at the same time, including PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Android, so it works well if you move between devices during the day. One of the biggest differences with Microsoft 365 is the 1TB of OneDrive storage. That gives you space for files, photos, videos, and backups, and it makes it easier to keep everything synced instead of emailing documents to yourself or digging through old downloads. Outlook is also included as an ad-free email app, and Microsoft Defender adds security tools for your personal data and devices. The subscription also includes Microsoft Editor for spelling and grammar help, Clipchamp for video editing, and Copilot inside the Microsoft apps. Right now, it’s only $7.99 to get a 1-month Microsoft 365 Personal Plan. Microsoft 365 Personal: 1-Month SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.07:34 amApple's Early Days: Massive Oral History Shares Stories About Young Wozniak and Jobs
Apple's 50th anniversary is this week — and Fast Company's Harry McCracken just published an 11,000-word oral history with some fun stories from Apple's earliest days and the long and winding road to its very first home computers: Steve Wozniak, cofounder, Apple: I told my dad when I was in high school, "I'm going to own a computer someday." My dad said, "It costs as much as a house." And I sat there at the table — I remember right where we were sitting — and I said, "I'll live in an apartment." I was going to have a computer if it was ever possible. I didn't need a house. Woz even remembers trying to build a home computer early on with a teenaged Steve Jobs and Bill Fernandez from rejected parts procured from local electronics companies. Woz designed it — "not from anybody else's design or from a manual. And Fernandez was one of those kids that could use a soldering iron." Bill Fernandez: The computer was very basic. It was working, and we were starting to talk about how we could hook a teletype up to it. Mrs. Wozniak called a reporter from the San Jose Mercury, and he came over with a photographer. We set up the computer on the floor of Steve Wozniak's bedroom. Well, the core integrated circuit that ran the power supply that I built was an old reject part. We turned on the computer, and the power supply smoked and burnt out the circuitry. So we didn't get our photos in the paper with an article about the boy geniuses. But within a few years Jobs and Wozniak both wound up with jobs at local tech companies. Atari cofounder Nolan Bushnell remembers that Steve Jobs "wasn't a good engineer, but he was a great technician. He was pristine in his ability to solder, which was actually important in those days." Meanwhile Allen Baum had shared Wozniak's high school interest in computers, and later got Woz a job working at Hewlett-Packard — where employees were allowed to use stockroom parts for private projects. ("When he needed some parts, even if we didn't have them, I could order them.") Baum helped with the Apple I and II, and joined Apple a decade later. Wozniak remembers being inspired to build that first Apple I by the local Homebrew Computing Club, people "talking about great things that would happen to society, that we would be able to communicate like we never did [before] and educate in new ways. And being a geek would be important and have value." And once he'd built his first computer, "I wanted these people to help create the revolution. And so I passed out my designs with no copyright notices — public domain, open source, everything. A couple of other people in the club did build it." But Woz and Jobs had even tried pitching the computer as a Hewlett-Packard product, Woz remembers: Steve Wozniak: I showed them what it would cost and how it would work and what it could do with my little demos. They had all the engineering people and the marketing people, and they turned me down. That was the first of five turndowns from Hewlett-Packard. Steve Jobs and I had to go into business on our own. In the end, Randy Wigginton, Apple employee No. 6 remembers witnessing Jobs, Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne the signing of Apple's founding contract, "which is pretty funny, because I was 15 at the time." And it was Allen Baum's father who gave Wozniak and Jobs the bridge loan to buy the parts they'd need for their first 500 computers. After all the memories, the article concludes that "Trying to connect every dot between Apple, the tiny, dirt-poor 1970s startup, and Apple, the $3.7 trillion 21st-century global colossus, is impossible." But this much is clear: The company has always been at its best when its original quirky humanity and willingness to be an outlier shine through. Mark Johnson, Apple employee No. 13: I was in Cupertino just yesterday. It's totally different. They own Cupertino now. Jonathan Rotenberg, who cofounded the Boston Computer Society in 1977 at age 13: People want to hate Apple, because it is big and powerful. But Apple has an underlying moral purpose that is immensely deep and expansive... Mike Markkula, the early retiree from Intel whose guidance and money turned the garage startup into a company: The culture mattered. People were there for the right reasons — to build something transformative — not just to make money. That alignment produced extraordinary results... Steve Wozniak: Everything you do in life should have some element of joy in it. Even your work should have an element of joy... When you're about to die, you have certain memories. And for me, it's not going to be Apple going public or Apple being huge and all that. It's really going to be stories from the period when humble people spotted something that was interesting and followed it I'll be thinking of that when I die, along with a lot of pranks I played. The important things. Read more of this story at Slashdot.06:20 amNew legal entity showing up – Has anyone faced this issue before?
Multiple legal entities We have been unable to do new releases because a new legal entity came up under our account without being requested. It is not linked to our business, it is located in another country, but has the same name. I have contacted their support, they mentioned that it seems like a problem […]05:42 amAlarmKit: How to make slide-to-stop trigger countdown/re-ring instead of permanently stopping? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingAlarmKit: How to make slide-to-stop trigger countdown/re-ring instead of permanently stopping?
Apps like SuperAlarm achieve re-ring with just a slide-to-stop (no secondary button). How are they doing it? Is there an AlarmKit API I'm missing that prevents the stop gesture from being a true stop? (MORE OPTIONAL CONTEXT DOWN BELOW IF YOU WANT MORE DETAILS ABOUT MY PROBLEM 🙂 ): Building an alarm app with AlarmKit […]05:22 amJNB (Johannesburg) on 2026-03-30
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Software developers are nervous right now. And honestly? They should be paying attention. The question spreading through every coding bootcamp, tech forum, and engineering team is the same: If AI can build any software, do we still need the people who build it? https://substack.com/home/post/p-190543145 submitted by /u/alset18 [link] [comments]04:22 amICN (Seoul) on 2026-03-31
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i learned for years, and used to be proud of myself? now people can just generate apps in a day who have never written a “hello world” before? then i question why i am spending weeks working on 1 feature? so then i use ai agents to ship faster and build 3 features and lose […]12:22 amLHR (London) on 2026-03-30
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Hello everyone, I'm a developer and I wanted to try switching over and making a swift based iPhone app, just for fun. However, I was disappointed to find out that a macOS device is "required" to make an iPhone app. For someone who just wants to try making an app as a little hobby (e.g. […]11:22 pmDME (Moscow) on 2026-03-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 30, 23:30 UTC - Mar 31, 04:00 UTCMar 29, 23:10 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in DME (Moscow) datacenter between 2026-03-30 23:30 and 2026-03-31 04:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.10:46 pmVibe coding could mark the end of the App Store review process as we know it
Toward the tail end of last year, agentic coding (otherwise known as vibe coding) truly took off. With the launch of models like Claude Opus 4.5, it suddenly became possible to ask AI to build something for you, and it’d do it in a nearly fully functional way. That level of accuracy led to people taking a hands off approach to app building, and even enabled people who’ve never coded before to make apps. Whether or not you like this trend is another discussion. Either way, there’s one thing that holds true: App Store review isn’t cut out for it. more…10:40 pmNew Book 'Apple: The First 50 Years' Hits Record Low Price on Amazon
This month, tech columnist David Pogue launched a new book called "Apple: The First 50 Years." On Amazon, you can get the new book for $33.80 in hardcover, down from $50.00, the best price we've seen so far on the book. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. The book explores the first five decades of Apple's history, including interviews with 150 key people who shaped Apple into what it is today, like Steve Wozniak, John Sculley, Jony Ive, and more. The book is launching to coincide with Apple's upcoming 50th anniversary on April 1, 2026. 32% OFFApple: The First 50 Years for $33.80 Amazon's sale is on the hardcover version of the book, and provides an estimated April 3 delivery date for free delivery. We've collected all of the best deals you can find during Amazon's Big Spring Sale in our dedicated article. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:23 pmJNB (Johannesburg) on 2026-03-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 29, 23:00 UTC - Mar 30, 06:00 UTCMar 29, 22:22 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in JNB (Johannesburg) datacenter between 2026-03-29 23:00 and 2026-03-30 06:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.09:48 pmStop Guessing Your Firestore Rules: 5 Authorization Patterns You Should Know | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingStop Guessing Your Firestore Rules: 5 Authorization Patterns You Should Know
submitted by /u/YosephusMaximus0 [link] [comments]09:46 pmI wanted a better keyword research/ASO tool for the App Store so I built one 🚀 | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI wanted a better keyword research/ASO tool for the App Store so I built one 🚀
Most ASO tools cost $500+/month and are built for marketing teams, not indie devs. I wanted something that answered one simple question: "Is there actually room for my app idea?" Peekaso shows you: Real search demand (straight from Apple's API) How hard it is to rank (Peekaso Difficulty score) AI analysis of what users hate […]09:24 pmApple's M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro Reaches New All-Time Low Prices on Amazon
Amazon is offering new all-time low prices on Apple's M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro, with up to $149 off select models without the need of a membership or clipping a coupon. This deal is part of Amazon's ongoing Big Spring Sale, which has major discounts on AirPods, iPads, and more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Starting with the 14-inch models, you can get the 24GB/1TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro for $2,049.99, down from $2,199.00. This deal, along with all of the others we're tracking in this article, represent new best-ever prices on the brand new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro. $149 OFF14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,049.99 $149 OFF14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/2TB) for $2,449.99 We're also tracking similar steep discounts on the 16-inch models, including a few M5 Max options. These discounts reach up to $199 off original prices, and as of writing we're only tracking these deals on Amazon. $149 OFF16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,549.99 $199 OFF16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB) for $2,899.99 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:06 pmHow are you all using AI for app development?
Curious how people in this community are incorporating AI into their day to day app development work. I've been building a React Native app with Expo and find myself leaning pretty heavily on Claude for infrastructure and backend stuff, where it's pretty straightforward to describe what I want and get something useful back. But on […]08:47 pmI built an App designed for Traveling with friends.
My App-Store launched App "Your Group Trip" is online for a few days and I'm searching for users willing to use it for their real trips to get some feedback. You can: – Split Expenses – Start Votes – Manage Lists – Make Draws If you did use my App I'd really enjoy some feedback […]08:41 pmWhere are ya’ll buying/getting your icons?
I mean icon sets for in your app. Not your app icon. submitted by /u/AHApps [link] [comments]08:39 pmAmazon slashes up to $200 off new M5 Pro & M5 Max MacBook Pros
Both 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models are eligible for Big Spring Sale savings to the tune of up to $200 off, delivering the lowest prices on record.Save up to $200 on Apple's brand-new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro - Image credit: AppleApple's 2026 MacBook Pro is on sale at Amazon today, with 14-inch and 16-inch retail configurations eligible for triple-digit savings.Prices start at $2,049, with a breakdown of the deals below and in our MacBook Pro Price Guide. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:07 pmSunday Reboot: Addiction, VR, and how the iPhone Air doesn't suck
In this week's "Sunday Reboot," social addiction is a slippery slope for Apple's App Store, Nvidia CloudXR is a great thing for Apple Vision Pro gaming, and the iPhone Air isn't as bad as you'd think.Apple Vision Pro, YouTube, Instagram, iPhone AirSunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step.This week, Apple finally killed off the long-suffering Mac Pro, a severe "DarkSword" exploit"DarkSword" exploit was leaked that affects older iOS versions, and China pressed for more App Store openness. Apple's celebration in London also took place, with performances from Nia Archives and Mumford & Sons. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:40 pmSora isn’t the only thing OpenAI shut down this month
On Tuesday, OpenAI announced that the company is shutting down Sora, its AI-generated video app. The iPhone app only arrived in September, making its six-month existence brief and fun, much like using the app itself. It turns out Sora isn’t the only thing the makers of ChatGPT are nixing this month. more…07:30 pmSlow builds? Here’s the simple fix I came across
it sound quite simple, but it did actually work, and i’m so happy about it… recently i started builds in xcode and they seem to load forever… sometimes 4-5 mins… if you wanna test small changes, that s*cks… here’s what you can try: – free up storage (sounds like it wouldn’t help, but it really […]06:56 pmIs there a way for a native macOS app to capture network requests from browsers like Chrome, Firefox or Safari locally, without using a browser extension? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingIs there a way for a native macOS app to capture network requests from browsers like Chrome, Firefox or Safari locally, without using a browser extension?
I'm building a tool using swift and vapor (macos app), so I'm asking whether a macOS app can observe/intercept browser network traffic directly on the machine, and how that would usually be implemented. For example, would this require a local proxy, packet capture, Network Extension framework or smth else? Any help would be nice. I’d […]06:13 pmHow AudioBo simplifies converting audio files into M4B audiobooks on macOS
I have been an audiobook fan for decades. I have had an Audible subscription since 2008 (before they were owned by Amazon), and I have listened to hundreds, if not thousands, of books during that time. A few years ago, I wrote about my process of taking cheap CD audiobooks from Amazon and combining them into M4B files to host on my Plex server. Once I discovered it was possible to put these files into Plex on my Mac Mini, it became my go-to audiobook setup for me. Paired with the Prologue app, it creates the ultimate listening experience that you own and control. more…06:04 pmAlarmKit – App alarm settings
Hello, I am working on an app and I want to use the AlarmKit features. The issue I am running into, is if the user hits Deny permission to the prompt, I can't find a place in settings to turn that back on if they change their mind. If I go to the App settings […]04:59 pmIssue with sandbox testing
Hello guys, I have an issue. I am testing purchases on my application via sandbox. I've created everything on Apple Store Connect, verify my address, but in X-code simulator, once I click on sign-in to sandbox, it requests my real phone number for verification. Since when does Apple require 2FA for sandbox? And is there […]04:27 pmAnniversary party at Apple Park will feature a British Invasion performance
Apple will be ending its 50th-anniversary celebrations in the coming week, with an unnamed British performer set to entertain employees at Apple Park.Apple ParkApple's celebration to mark the 50th anniversary of the company has resulted in performances around the world. To go out with a bang, the celebrations will be concluding at its headquarters.Posting to X, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman writes that the world tour will reach its finale sometime this week. The venue will be Apple Park. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:19 pmlarge file uploads in flutter are harder than they look
thought this was simple until everything broke – app kills, network drops, lost progress wrote how i handled it with chunking + resumable uploads: https://www.stormej.me/blog/large-file-upload-system-flutter curious how others are solving this submitted by /u/BodybuilderFormal919 [link] [comments]04:13 pmGet smarter in 15 minutes: Grab a lifetime Headway sub for bestseller summaries
This book summaries app serves up bite-size bestsellers you can read, listen to or watch. Save on the Headway app. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:52 pmToday in Apple history: iPhone 4 owners get Antennagate payout
On March 29, 2012, a settlement ended Apple's "Antennagate" controversy by giving affected iPhone 4 owners the chance to claim a $15 payout. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:35 pmApple's 50th Anniversary Finale Revealed
Apple has been celebrating its upcoming 50th anniversary by hosting surprise performances and other events around the world over the past few weeks, and now Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has revealed details about the company's grand finale. In a social media post, Gurman said Apple's celebrations will conclude this week with a finale at its Apple Park headquarters for employees. A special guest will perform, according to Gurman. He hinted at Paul McCartney. "Let me just say he's still going strong, was part of the British Invasion and [Steve] Jobs would've been ecstatic," Gurman said about the headliner. As spotted by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris, the Apple Park Visitor Center is closing early at 3 p.m. Pacific Time on Tuesday, March 31. However, it is our understanding that Apple's final celebration will not have a public component, with the event likely to be limited to Apple's corporate employees and other invitees. It is unclear if any of Apple's retail employees will be invited to the event. Apple turns 50 on April 1. It is unclear if the final celebration will be happening on March 31 or on April 1, but it should be quite the party.Tags: Apple 50th Anniversary, Apple Park, Mark GurmanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:35 pmReleased first app – forestry / woodland management app for a friend. How to spread the free useable app? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingReleased first app – forestry / woodland management app for a friend. How to spread the free useable app?
Hello guys, I developed my first app „FindMyTree“ mainly for a friend who paid for my develop account. The app is released and working, he use it daily for his forest as managment / tracking of his tree‘s. It is so niche and specific in my eyes that maybe someone else in this niche could […]03:34 pmApple Now Requires Device-Level Age Verification in the UK. Could the US Be Next?
Apple unveiled new device-level age restrictions in the UK on Wednesday. "After downloading a new update, users will now have to confirm that they are 18 or older to access unrestricted features," reports Gizmodo. "Users will be able to confirm their age with a credit card or by scanning an ID." For those underage or who have not confirmed their age, Apple will turn on Web Content Filter and Communication Safety, which will not only restrict access to certain apps or websites, but will also monitor messages, shared photo albums, AirDrop, and FaceTime calls for nudity. Apple didn't specify exactly which services and features are banned for under-18 users, but it will likely be in compliance with UK legislation... The British government does not require Apple and other OS providers to institute device-level age checks, but it does restrict minor access to online pornography under the Online Safety Act, which passed in 2023. So far, that restriction has only been implemented at the website level, but UK officials have been worried about easy loopholes to evade the age restrictions, like VPNs. The broader tech industry has been campaigning for some time to use device-level age checks instead in response to the rising tide of under-16 social media and internet bans around the world. Last month, in a landmark social media trial in California, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg also supported this idea, saying that conducting age verification "at the level of the phone is just a lot clearer than having every single app out there have to do this separately." Pornhub-operator Aylo had advocated for device-level restrictions in the UK as well, and even sent out letters to Apple, Google, and Microsoft in November asking for OS-level age verification... The most obvious question: Could this be brought stateside? Read more of this story at Slashdot.03:18 pmApple Preparing 'Most Significant Overhaul in the iPhone's History'
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has high expectations for Apple's first foldable iPhone. In his Power On newsletter today, he said the foldable iPhone will be "the most significant overhaul in the iPhone's history." "iPhone 4, iPhone 6 and iPhone X were clearly a big deal, but this is a whole new design," he said. Like Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7, the foldable iPhone will reportedly open up like a book, providing users with a large inner screen for watching videos, playing games, and multitasking. iOS 27 is expected to be optimized for the foldable iPhone, allowing for apps to be open side-by-side and for other iPad-like multitasking functionality. A few months ago, a report said the foldable iPhone will be equipped with a 7.7-inch inner display, and a 5.3-inch outer display. It was initially rumored that the device would have a virtually "crease-free" inner display, but it was later reported that Apple is using technology that "reduces the crease without eliminating it entirely." Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo expects the foldable iPhone to have two rear cameras, one front camera, and a Touch ID power button instead of Face ID. Apple will likely unveil the foldable iPhone in September this year, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. However, according to analyst Tim Long and Gurman, the foldable iPhone might ship later than the Pro models. In the U.S., it has been estimated that the foldable iPhone may start at or above $1,999. Related Roundup: iPhone FoldTags: Bloomberg, Mark GurmanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:05 pmWould I be making the wrong decision to go back to UIKit Coordinator in a SwiftUI Project. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWould I be making the wrong decision to go back to UIKit Coordinator in a SwiftUI Project.
I am taking over a project and they are using SwiftUI for navigation using a coordinator pattern. I'll be honest. I hate it. From what I can see the flaws are Coordinator no longer as decoupled ViewModel takes on less responsibility but with that less testability We need a CoordinatorView View more responsible in general […]03:00 pmiOS 27 Rumored to Feature All-New Siri App With 'Extensions' Feature
In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman discussed Apple's upcoming AI plans in more detail. As he reported last week, this will apparently include a Siri app with a so-called "Extensions" feature across iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27. With the Siri app, the report said that iPhone, iPad, and Mac users would be able to interact with Apple's assistant in both text and voice modes. The app would also provide users with access to their past conversations with Siri. Overall, the Siri app would function similarly to the ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude apps. Siri has been able to tap into ChatGPT since iOS 18.2, and the "Extensions" feature would allow for additional third-party chatbots to be connected. "Extensions allow agents from installed apps to work with Siri, the Siri app and other features on your devices," reads fine print in the Settings app on an internal, pre-release version of iOS 27, according to Gurman. The first developer beta of iOS 27 should be available in June, ahead of a wide release to all users in September. In his newsletter, Gurman said the App Store will have a dedicated "Extensions" section. "It will be a marketplace of sorts for third-party AI integrations," he wrote. That fine print also seemingly confirms that Apple is indeed testing a Siri app. It is unclear if the Siri app will be available on all iPhone models compatible with iOS 27, or if it will require an iPhone 15 Pro or newer with Apple Intelligence support. Beyond supporting more third-party chatbots, Siri will receive a major overhaul on iOS 27, according to Gurman. He expects Siri to have a redesigned interface, which may involve the Dynamic Island, and there will apparently be a systemwide "Ask Siri" button in Apple's apps and a "Write with Siri" button above the keyboard. Related Roundup: iOS 27Tags: Apple Intelligence, Bloomberg, Mark Gurman, SiriThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:18 pmNeeded clarification on whether Apple will reject my app.
I'm building an app, which has an ibooks like wardrobe interface ( the old ios6 style). My app is not at all related to books. However for the image assets, I generated it through nano banana with the help of the ibooks screenshots and they look very similar to the ibooks look. My question is […]01:30 pmM5 Pro and M5 Max vs. M4 Pro and M4 Max: How big is the performance jump?
Apple’s M5 Pro and M5 Max chips promise big performance gains over the M4 generation. Here’s how the latest Apple silicon stacks up. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)09:50 amJust updated my iOS app! Time Fill is a minimal countdown app with beautiful widgets and a visual timeline, built with ios design principles in mind. And it’s 100% free with no ads or subscriptions. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingJust updated my iOS app! Time Fill is a minimal countdown app with beautiful widgets and a visual timeline, built with ios design principles in mind. And it’s 100% free with no ads or subscriptions.
submitted by /u/DataStaplz [link] [comments]08:00 amThis platform helps you pick stocks—and it’s now on sale
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Macworld TL;DR: Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for Mac is available for under $100 as a one-time purchase, giving you the latest Office apps without paying for Microsoft 365 every year. Mac users often assume that Microsoft Office means signing up for Microsoft 365 and paying a yearly fee just to use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. That subscription can run $70 to $100 per year, which adds up. Bypass that yearly fee, and instead get Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for Mac (or PC) for under $100. You’ll save money in the long term while still getting the latest version of the apps you use every day. Office 2024 includes the core apps: Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook OneNote This version also includes performance improvements and newer tools compared to older Office versions. Excel handles larger datasets more smoothly, PowerPoint now supports recording presentations with voice and video, and Word includes AI-assisted writing suggestions and focus mode for distraction-free writing. The interface has also been updated with Microsoft’s Fluent design system, making the apps feel more modern and consistent across Mac and PC. Real-time collaboration, commenting, and version history also make it easier to work on shared documents or projects. For Mac users who want Microsoft Office but don’t want another subscription, a lifetime license is often the cheaper option after just a year or two. Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for Mac is available now for $99.97 (MSRP $249.99) as a one-time purchase. Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for Mac or PC Lifetime LicenseSee Deal Want to see more deals? Visit the shop and use code MARCH15 to save an extra 15% sitewide through March 29. Exclusions apply. StackSocial prices subject to change.06:31 amiOS widgets not refreshing automatically anymore (TimelineProvider issue?) | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingiOS widgets not refreshing automatically anymore (TimelineProvider issue?)
Hi everyone, I'm running into an issue with iOS widgets (WidgetKit) and I'm not sure if it's a system limitation, a bug in newer iOS versions, or something wrong in my implementation. Previously, my widget was refreshing automatically as expected using TimelineProvider. However, recently it stopped updating on its own. Current behavior: – The widget […]06:09 amwhy cant swiftui handle simple pickers?
why is there a 0.5 second delay on a button that opens a view with 5 pickers? age, weight, height. really? lag to create that? ok let me do a textfield with a number pad. really? no checkmark keyboard button? just some weird lingering done button customly attached to the top? why? submitted by […]05:05 amAI in Xcode sucks, Alex Sidebar is gone – what do you use?
Apple AI in Xcode absolutely sucks. It simply connects to the LLM and does not add any more context, UX is absolutely horrible. Alex Sidebar is killed by OpenAI. Switching back and forth between Xcode and VS/Claude is horrible (even though I mainly use chat window to talk with LLM rather then code for me). […]04:37 amI built a tuner-style infinite slider for iOS and would love feedback
Hey folks, I built a tuner-style infinite slider for iOS and wanted to share it here. Unlike a normal slider with a fixed min/max, this one is meant to feel more like a continuous tuning control for fine adjustments. I’ve been testing it inside a free screenshot app I’m building, and it’s been pretty fun […]03:08 amWhat’s the best way to advertise an app right now?
I recently launched my first paid app, a budget tracker called Boop. No subscription model, just a one-time purchase. Everything runs locally on your phone including the AI features. I have 4 ratings so far (4.8 stars) and zero marketing strategy. I've been relying purely on organic App Store search which is basically nothing when […]02:42 amPassing along a resource if anyone’s interested…
If anyone’s interested, found a website that actually compresses Apple preview videos to the correct specs without having to go through ffmpeg… I kept trying to find something like so I kept digging though the google results NOT AFFILIATED WITH THIS IN ANYWAY submitted by /u/alion94 [link] [comments]02:11 amGot mugged in Rio, built a free tourist safety app
Hey guys, I got mugged in Rio a while back and ended up building a free safety app for tourists. It has a near real time crime heat map, price gouging reports, emergency contacts and auto face blur on photos. Called Justo, just went live on the App Store. Built with Swift, MapKit, and Supabase. […]01:38 amVerifying in-app purchases on external node.js server
TLDR; I got lazy due to AI vibe coding. Although its insanely useful, sometimes you still need to slow down and debug. swift client side determining environment verifying environment on node.js server I wanna preface this by saying I'm one of those coding bootcamp grads who learned JavaScript/Full Stack/React + Express and PostgreSQL. Now we […]01:37 amFrom PHP to SwiftUI – My Learning Project YES IPTV Player (iOS + tvOS)
Tech Stack Used Frameworks & Languages: SwiftUI + Swift Architecture: MVVM Persistence Layer: CoreData with iCloud (CloudKit) sync SDKs & Tools: VLCKit, KSPlayer, SDWebImage, PopupView, ExpandableText, Lottie Platforms: iOS and tvOS Development Challenge + How I Solved It One unexpected challenge while using CoreData with CloudKit sync was dealing with duplicated records. Since there is […]01:34 amMacOS 26.4 Adds Warnings For ClickFix Attacks to Its Terminal App
An anonymous Slashdot reader writes: ClickFix attacks are ramping up. These attacks have users copy and paste a string to something that can execute a command line — like the Windows Run dialog, or a shell prompt. But MacRumors reports that macOS 26.4 Tahoe (updated earlier this week) introduces a new feature to its Terminal app where it will detect ClickFix attempts and stop them by prompting the user if they really wanted to run those commands. According to MacRumors, the warning readers "Possible malware, Paste blocked." "Your Mac has not been harmed. Scammers often encourage pasting text into Terminal to try and harm your Mac or compromise your privacy...." There is also a "Paste Anyway" option if users still wish to proceed. Read more of this story at Slashdot.12:51 amSecurity Bite: Apple takes aim at cybercriminals’ more desperate tactic to infect Mac users | 9 to 5 MacSecurity Bite: Apple takes aim at cybercriminals’ more desperate tactic to infect Mac users
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. With the release of macOS 26.4, Apple is now warning users who it believes are about to paste malicious code into Terminal. The prompt is the latest blow to cybercriminals’ newest and, honestly, more desperate attack vector of getting unsuspecting Mac users to infect themselves. more…12:01 amBenQ MA monitors display colors to match your MacBook screen – and you can win one
One of the key features of MacBooks is the care Apple takes over color calibration. That’s great when you’re using your MacBook, but things can change as soon as you plug it into an external monitor, when you can see markedly different colors. That’s because most monitor companies don’t tune their colors in the same way Apple does. But BenQ does exactly that with its latest MA series monitors … more…Saturday March 2811:49 pm[App Saturday] Rotation List 1.0
Where it started: me standing in front of a long aisle of dog food bags at Costco, racking my feeble brain to remember which kind I was supposed to buy next. Wouldn't want the best puppy in the world to get bored with his chow, would we? How it ended: me publishing Rotation List, a […]11:34 pmReleased JellyStream on iOS only
Jellyfin is a light Jellyfin iOS client developed using swift. It has carplay support, smart caching you can configure. It's 100% free and private. I plan on continuing development a bit. If you ever have feature requests, I have a support public git linked in the App Store submitted by /u/sizebzebi [link] […]11:22 pmAnyone else tired of using ffmpeg to compress your videos?
As the title says, ffmpeg is great but it’s a ton of extra steps for nothing… was trying to find something to make it easier and located a drag and drop style compressor… been using it for a few weeks… haven’t had a single issue Sharing this as a resource only… NOT AFFILIATED submitted […]09:49 pmStocks and Investment planning
Im trying to buy an investing and stock planner. On the investment side, its supposed for the user to be able to manage his expenses and have a clear view of where he is spending. On the stock part he would be able to: – have his portfolio imported; – news about stocks; – make […]08:31 pmI built an app that knows who inspires you. 50K installs, 1500 mmr and here’s what I learned in a year. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI built an app that knows who inspires you. 50K installs, 1500 mmr and here’s what I learned in a year.
A year ago I had an idea that sounded stupid out loud. What if a motivation app actually knew what you were going through and matched you with someone who survived the same thing. Not random quotes on a sunset. A real person who hit the same wall you're hitting right now, with a story […]08:10 pmBuilt an iOS app that turns flyers into events using on-device AI — would love feedback from devs | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingBuilt an iOS app that turns flyers into events using on-device AI — would love feedback from devs
Hey everyone — I’ve been working on a side project and would really value feedback from this community, especially on architecture + product decisions. The app is called flux. (“the anti-calendar”). The core idea: point your camera at a flyer, poster, or newsletter → it turns into structured calendar events. What’s interesting (and where I’d […]07:30 pmIndie App Spotlight: ‘Yogi Breath’ is a guided breathing app that progresses with you
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. If you’re someone looking to add more meditation to your life, Yogi Breath could be the right fit. Yogi Breath is a guided breathwork app that moves at your pace – with a number of helpful features to keep you motivated. more…07:08 pmPhroller ~ Delightful Dice Roller + My analysis of Flame Game Engine
My main goal is to capture that satisfaction that comes with rolling real dice without compromising UX fundamentals. Most dice roller apps available are more or less just RNG apps where you tap the screen for some animations for the rolling. I wanted to do better. Instead really let the user drag the screen to […]07:07 pmI published yet-another lists & tasks app (no ai – I personally really like it 🙂 | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI published yet-another lists & tasks app (no ai – I personally really like it 🙂
I wanted to quickly see my tasks (without needing to open the app via widgets) and at the same time a place where I can drop all my thoughts and ideas. So, it took like 2 years of on-off work, but I feel like it's complete now, and I really enjoy using it myself 🙂 […]06:29 pmDay 6 of building Study Flow 🔥 A 17-year-old high school student building his first study app — and today the app finally started to feel interactive. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingDay 6 of building Study Flow 🔥 A 17-year-old high school student building his first study app — and today the app finally started to feel interactive.
Worked on the study session flow. Now when a student taps on a study block from the plan, it opens a focused screen where they can actually start […]06:22 pmFuel Log: Mileage & Service Tracker
Hi everyone, Wanted to share an app that I’ve been working on for sometime now. It hasn’t been published on the App Store yet, but it is live on Test Flight. I’ve started tracking my mileage, fuel, and service history for about 3 years now, jumping between several apps and just couldn’t find one that […]06:20 pmLA Art Director Dad builds kids app with zero coding background
https://preview.redd.it/c76mkajnvtrg1.jpg?width=1776&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=17728e84da237df3c5b33cceed1fc71a68d3d879 Ask Little Chicken submitted by /u/theARTpillow [link] [comments]06:07 pm[DEV] I built a web-based AI agent to bypass Amazon’s sponsored clutter on Safari (Optimized for Mexico 🇲🇽) | Reddit on iOS Programming[DEV] I built a web-based AI agent to bypass Amazon’s sponsored clutter on Safari (Optimized for Mexico 🇲🇽)
Hey everyone! I got tired of seeing 50% "Sponsored" results before finding a real price on mobile Safari. I built lumu.dev to filter the noise and find active coupons. It's a simple web app (no install needed). I’ve focused heavily on the Mexican market (Amazon MX, Mercado Libre) because localized deals are usually a mess […]06:01 pmApple needs to step in and close the lid on this rusty tap. This is screwing up the App Store discovery algorithm. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingApple needs to step in and close the lid on this rusty tap. This is screwing up the App Store discovery algorithm.
submitted by /u/Loud_Gift_1448 [link] [comments]05:56 pmApple has serious plans for Siri! [Cult of Mac podcast No. 13]
This week on the Cult of Mac podcast: New details emerge about a major upgrade that would transform Siri from a laughingstock to a legitimate AI assistant. Unfortunately, these plans sound mighty familiar. Still, we’re guardedly optimistic that Apple can pull it off this time. Also on the Cult of Mac podcast: Now we know […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:49 pmDay 1 of CS193p
Just finished the first lecture of Stanford’s CS193p (Developing Apps for iOS). Today’s takeaways: i. Understanding the View protocol and the body property. ii. Getting comfortable with the Xcode Looking forward to the rest of the course! Any tips from those who have finished it? submitted by /u/SoverignIndividual [link] [comments]05:44 pmKeeping the love for programming alive: My completely free indie app to fight decision fatigue through nested randomization. Would love your feedback! | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingKeeping the love for programming alive: My completely free indie app to fight decision fatigue through nested randomization. Would love your feedback!
Hey everyone, I recently read the post here titled https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSProgramming/comments/1s3t34t/please_learn_to_love_programming_again_im_begging/ right as I was putting the finishing touches on my new app. The timing couldn't have been better, and it really resonated with me. It reminded me exactly why I got into iOS development in the first place: the pure curiosity of solving my own […]05:43 pmHere’s what I’d like to see with the MacBook Air redesign, after seeing MacBook Neo
Apple unveiled the MacBook Neo earlier this month, and in my opinion – it completely breaks the MacBook lineup as we knew it. If you’re someone who previously bought a MacBook Air, and you don’t need 16GB of RAM for heavier multitasking – why wouldn’t you buy the MacBook Neo now? In my eyes, the MacBook Neo is just as good of a general purpose laptop as the MacBook Air was, and besides more RAM, a much faster processor (though still a thermally limited one), and a larger display, it doesn’t feel like MacBook Air has much going for it – at least for now. Here’s how I’d improve it. more…05:18 pmI made the Wordle of Trivia games — Daily 5 Trivia. Human-written questions, 100% free, no ads | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI made the Wordle of Trivia games — Daily 5 Trivia. Human-written questions, 100% free, no ads
My passion project is The Daily 5. Just 5 questions per day on different eras. This Monday is the 2000s. There are thousands of trivia apps out there, but I have never seen one that matches these specs… The specs: 5 fresh Trivia questions drop at midnight High quality human-written quizzes 100% FREE! No ads, […]05:15 pmI built an app that knows who inspires you. 50K installs, 1500 mmr and here’s what I learned in a year. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI built an app that knows who inspires you. 50K installs, 1500 mmr and here’s what I learned in a year.
A year ago I had an idea that sounded stupid out loud. What if a motivation app actually knew what you were going through and matched you with someone who survived the same thing. Not random quotes on a sunset. A real person who hit the same wall you're hitting right now, with a story […]05:06 pm[App Saturday] Finally put together a marketing page for my app
the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/habit-tracker-timespent/id6742226600 the page: https://timespent.so i've been predicting for a while that we'll start moving back to basic html/css/js (no React, no Tailwind) with AI-assisted coding, so i wanted to put that to the test. i asked Claude for simple markdown-driven static HTML generation frameworks, and it suggested eleventy, which i'd never heard of […]04:44 pmI built a simple vocabulary app for people who like making their own word lists | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI built a simple vocabulary app for people who like making their own word lists
https://apps.apple.com/app/id6758487851 I recently launched a small vocabulary app called VocaHi. I built it because I wanted a really simple way to study my own word lists. With VocaHi, you can: – Create your own vocabulary lists in any language – Study them using flashcards or autoplay – Import/export words with CSV – Track progress with […]04:37 pmSports data might be the most underrated playground for vibe coding — here’s why | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingSports data might be the most underrated playground for vibe coding — here’s why
Most vibe coding projects I see are SaaS dashboards, chatbots, or landing pages. Makes sense — those have clear patterns that LLMs know well. But I want to make a case for sports data as a vibe coding domain, because it has a few properties that make it weirdly ideal for AI-assisted development: 1.All fantasy […]04:30 pmI Built an App Because I Was Tired of Standing in Line for My Lunch
It was 1:15 PM on a Wednesday. I had exactly 45 minutes before my next lecture, I hadn't eaten since 7 AM, and I was standing in a queue that , I kid you not , stretched out of the canteen, around the corner, and was threatening to reach the parking lot. I wasn't even […]04:12 pmThe rugged Apple Watch Ultra 2 got a $300 price cut
Macworld Apple Watch Ultra 2 View Deal With the Apple Watch Ultra 2 on your wrist, you can go anywhere you want, and you’ll find your way back home, whether you’re hiking, mountain climbing, or just out for a stroll, as the watch will know your location at all times and show you the right map. Even better, with built-in cellular, you don’t even need to have your phone on you. While the $799 price tag isn’t bad for everything you get, you’ll love knowing that you can get the Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $300 off during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale event. That brings the price down to $499, a spectaculr savings and the best we’ve ever seen for an Ultra 2 that wasn’t refurbished. Back when this model came out, we reviewed it and gave it a 4-star rating, appreciating the bright screen, great operating system, and just how great it was for tracking sports and workouts. This model comes with 36 hours of battery life during normal use, so it’s going to be great during any outdoor trip you want This device comes with a ton of features, including accurate location tracking, advanced health metrics, custom workouts, as well as automated fall detection, emergency SOS, and vital sign monitoring. If anything happens, your watch has your back. There’s a newer model out, but other than better battery life and satellite connectivity, it’s not all that different than this one. And you won’t get it for anywhere near this cheap. So grab the Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $499 before the spring sale ends.03:54 pmQuestion about countries and regions availability
Forgive me if this has been asked and answered, I could not find an answer. If I publish my app to only be available in a specific region, can people from outside that region download my app if they visit the region app is released to? Or are they limited by their home region? […]03:50 pmAppDesk – native mac and iOS alternative for App Store Connect
Meet AppDesk — a native macOS and iOS client built with SwiftUI that helps you see your app sales quicker and easier. AppDesk auto-categorizes incoming reviews, flags what matters, and generates thoughtful replies that match your tone. The key part — it all runs on-device. Most App Store analytics tools are SaaS products that store […]03:28 pmHere are the iOS 26.4 features to try after installing the new iPhone update
Macworld Apple has officially released iOS 26.4 to the public, and unlike the previous update, this one brings a more noticeable set of new features. While the long-awaited AI-powered Siri is still nowhere to be seen, iOS 26.4 brings several new features and improvements to Apple Music, Podcasts, and Reminders, as well as overall system enhancements and new emoji. Read on as we break down all the major new features and changes coming with iOS 26.4. Apple Music With iOS 26.4, Apple Music subscribers are getting an important new feature called Playlist Playground. Essentially, it lets users quickly create playlists using AI. Users can simply describe what they want to listen to, whether it’s specific songs, artists, or genres, and Apple’s AI will create a playlist based on that prompt. The feature can also edit existing playlists. It’s worth noting that this feature is available only in the U.S. and works on any iOS 26.4 iPhone, even ones that don’t support Apple Intelligence. Apple Music has new full-screen artwork in iOS 26.4.Foundry Apple Music is also getting a new Concerts feature, which helps users discover nearby shows from artists in their library, while also recommending live shows from new artists based on listening habits. Another notable addition is Offline Music Recognition, now available through Control Center. This lets users identify songs with Shazam even without an internet connection. The result shows up as soon as the device is back online. Rounding out the Apple Music changes, iOS 26.4 introduces an Ambient Music widget for quick access to curated playlists focused on Sleep, Chill, Productivity, and Wellbeing, as well as full-screen backgrounds for album and playlist pages, making the interface more immersive. Podcasts In addition to Apple Music, Apple Podcasts is also getting some improvements with iOS 26.4. More specifically, Apple has revamped the experience for video podcasts. The update introduces support for Apple’s HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) technology, which automatically adjusts the video bitrate during playback. This means the app will always choose the best quality based on your internet connection without you having to change any settings. Thanks to this technology, users can also seamlessly switch between audio and video while playing a podcast. iOS 26.4 includes several new Accessiblity settings.Foundry Accessibility Updating to iOS 26.4 also brings some welcome accessibility improvements. For instance, the system now includes a new “Reduce Bright Effects” toggle that minimizes intense flashes when interacting with certain interface elements. Apple has also made it easier to access and customize subtitles and captions directly from the media player interface. Moreover, the “Reduce Motion” setting has been improved to more consistently limit animations across the system, particularly with the Liquid Glass interface. Emoji For emoji fans, iOS 26.4 adds eight new characters to the keyboard. As previously announced, they include an orca, a trombone, a landslide, a ballet dancer, and a distorted face emoji. Keep in mind that only people who have also updated their devices will see the new emojis in conversations or social media posts. You can use several new emojis once you update to iOS 26.4.Foundry Freeform When Apple announced the Creator Studio subscription, the company revealed that the Freeform app would also gain certain features exclusive to subscribers. These features are now available with iOS 26.4. Creator Studio subscribers can now access the Content Hub right from Freeform, which offers a wide variety of photos, illustrations, and graphics that can be used royalty-free. Users will also notice a new icon for the Freeform app that matches the style of other Creator Studio apps. Urgent reminders are getting an upgrade in iOS 26.4.Foundry Urgent reminders With iOS 26.2, Apple introduced a new option for creating urgent reminders, which show up as full-screen alerts at the scheduled date and time. Now, iOS 26.4 makes it easier to mark a reminder as urgent. Users can mark tasks as urgent in the Reminders app right from the Quick Toolbar or with a long press. Urgent reminders can also be filtered using Smart Lists. Family Sharing Apple is also making a major change for users who rely on Family Sharing. While the entire family currently relies on a single payment method, iOS 26.4 will allow each family member to pay for their own online purchases. “Purchase Sharing lets adult members in Family Sharing groups use their own payment method when making purchases, without relying on the family organizer,” Apple explained in the release notes. This is certainly great news for those who use Family Sharing to share their iCloud and App Store purchases. The Freeform app got its Creator Studio update in iOS 26.4.Foundry Keyboard accuracy As we reported last year, many iPhone users had been complaining that iOS 26 had reduced the accuracy of the on-screen keyboard, resulting in more typos. Although Apple never acknowledged the issue at the time, it has made changes to the iOS 26.4 keyboard that essentially admit there was a problem. The iOS 26.4 release notes mention “improved keyboard accuracy when typing quickly” as part of the changes included in the update. It’s unclear exactly what Apple changed to improve the virtual keyboard, but users will certainly be pleased that Apple is working on the issue. Age verification One of the most notable changes in iOS 26.4 is related to compliance with local laws. The update introduces age verification requirements in multiple regions, including Australia, Brazil, Singapore, and specific U.S. states such as Utah and Louisiana. These measures are tied to regional legislation and are designed to ensure that users meet minimum age requirements for certain features and services. In these locations, Apple may require additional information about the user to verify their age. This includes details such as how long the Apple Account has been active or credit card information. The company has also created a new API that will anonymously inform apps whether a user meets the minimum age requirements without sharing their age, date of birth, or any other personal information. Update your iPhone now In addition to all these new features, iOS 26.4 also includes bug fixes, performance improvements, and enhanced security. That’s why it’s always important to keep your devices updated with the latest software. You can install iOS 26.4 by going to Settings > General > Software Update and tapping Update Now. The update is available for the iPhone 11 and later.03:20 pmDatabase Upgrade
Status: InvestigatingTLDR: A production upgrade for Monolithdb from version 8.0.40 to 8.4.8 is currently in progress03:12 pmAirPods Pro 3 Hit $199 Record Low Price in Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Amazon today has the AirPods Pro 3 available for $199.00 during its Big Spring Sale, down from $249.00. This is a match of the all-time low price on the AirPods Pro 3, and one of the best all-around deals you can get during the Amazon's springtime Prime Day. 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. This model of the AirPods Pro launched in September 2025 and has 2x better Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation, better audio quality, a revised fit that's meant to improve comfort and stability, Live Translation for in-person conversations, and heart rate sensing for workouts. $50 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $199.00 You can also get the AirPods 4 for $99.99 in the Big Spring Sale, down from $129.00, which is a solid second-best price. You can find all of the best discounts going on during this event in our dedicated post, which highlights discounts on AirTag, iPads, MacBooks, and more. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:04 pmAnker's New Prime 3-in-1 Foldable Charging Station Hits $104.99 Low Price on Amazon
Anker's new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station has been marked down to $104.99 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, down from $149.99, with no need for a coupon. This accessory just launched last month, and Amazon's sale today represents a new all-time low price. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. The Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station features Qi2.2 support, which lets a compatible MagSafe iPhone charge at up to 25W. It's the same speed as Apple's MagSafe charger, and it is 10W faster than the standard Qi2 MagSafe chargers. You can also simultaneously charge an Apple Watch and AirPods with the device. $45 OFFAnker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for $104.99 There are plenty of other Anker discounts happening on Amazon this week, including the Prime 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock back at its all-time low price of $339.99, down from $399.99. Anker's popular 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Cube is also down to a new all-time low price of $79.03, down from $129.99. $60 OFFAnker Prime 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock for $339.99 Wall Chargers Nano USB-C Wall Charger - $27.99, down from $39.99 6-in-1 USB-C Power Strip - $59.99, down from $109.99 140W 4-Port GaN USB-C Charger - $89.99, down from $99.99 14-in-1 Prime Thunderbolt 5 Dock - $339.99, down from $399.99 Wireless Chargers 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible UFO Charger - $69.99, down from $89.99 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Foldable Charging Station - $79.99, down from $109.99 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Cube - $79.03, down from $129.99 3-in-1 Prime Wireless Charging Station - $104.99, down from $149.99 Prime MagSafe-Compatible 3-in-1 Charging Station - $149.99, down from $229.99 Portable Chargers SOLIX C300 Power Station with Lantern - $169.99, down from $249.00 Prime Power Bank 26,250 mAh - $199.99, down from $229.99 SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $428.99, down from $799.00 SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $749.00, down from $1,499.00 We've collected all of the best deals you can find during Amazon's Big Spring Sale in our dedicated article. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:01 pmThese U.S. States Plan to Offer iPhone's Driver's License Feature
In select U.S. states, residents can add their driver's license or state ID to the Apple Wallet app on the iPhone and Apple Watch, and then use it to display proof of identity or age at select airports and businesses, and in select apps. The feature is currently available in 13 U.S. states and Puerto Rico, and it is expected to launch in at least seven more in the future. To set up the feature, open the Wallet app and tap on the plus sign in the top-right corner. Next, select Driver's License and ID Cards and follow the steps. Supported States The following 13 states offer driver's licenses in the Wallet app:Arizona (since March 2022) Maryland (since May 2022) Colorado (since November 2022) Georgia (since May 2023) Ohio (since July 2024) Hawaii (since August 2024) California (since September 2024) Iowa (since October 2024) New Mexico (since December 2024)Montana (since August 2025) North Dakota (since September 2025) West Virginia (since October 2025) Illinois (since November 2025)The feature is also available in Puerto Rico. Future States Apple and local DMV offices have announced that the following U.S. states have signed on to adopt the feature, but no timeframes were disclosed:Connecticut Kentucky Mississippi Oklahoma Utah Arkansas VirginiaParticipating Airports Apple Wallet IDs are accepted at TSA checkpoints in more than 250 airports in the U.S., for domestic travel. Given that Apple Wallet IDs are not accepted by law enforcement, and lack many other use cases, carrying a physical ID is still necessary. Here are just some of the airports that offer the feature — there are hundreds of others:Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) Denver International Airport (DEN) Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) San Francisco International Airport (SFO) San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) Los Angeles International (LAX) Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) Des Moines International Airport (DSM) Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) Lea County Regional Airport (HOB) Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) Billings Logan International Airport (BIL) Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) Great Falls International Airport (GTF) Missoula International Airport (MSO) Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) Richmond International Airport (RIC) Norfolk International Airport (ORF) Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) Newport News-Williamsburg International Airport (PHF)Travelers should refer to TSA signage to confirm availability of the feature. Digital Passport If you live in a state that does not yet offer Apple Wallet IDs, you can now create a Digital ID based on your U.S. passport, and present it at the same participating TSA checkpoints, for age and identity verification purposes during domestic travel. It is not a replacement for a physical passport, and it cannot be used for international travel. This feature requires iOS 26.1 or watchOS 26.1 and later.Tag: Apple WalletThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:00 pmApple Releasing Two New iPhone Apps This Year
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