Firehose – News, Alerts, Docs
- Wednesday November 05
- 03:01 pmAnticipating the M5 MacBook Air: Significant speed increase is on the horizon
As Apple's silicon evolution accelerates, the M5 chip is poised to invigorate its desktop and laptop lineup, with the MacBook Air emerging… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:58 pmSleek Nomad Stand One chargers for iPhone and more just got a lot faster
Known for sleek design, newly updated Nomad Stand One Qi2.2 chargers now bring fast, 25-watt Qi2.2 charging for iPhone. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:53 pmI’ve curated 159 resources to help you grow your app
Hi everyone! Over the last two years I had to figure out how to do marketing to promote my projects. This meant doing a ton of research and reading a lot and, well… 90% of what you find on the topic is kinda useless, too vague and not actionable, with just a few exceptions here […]02:49 pmiOS 26.2 hints new ‘Apple Creator Studio’ could be coming
iOS 26.2 beta 1 arrived yesterday with a bunch of exciting new features, but hidden in the release’s code, there’s also reference to a new ‘Apple Creator Studio’ in the works. more…02:46 pmMac Studio may get a surprise M5 Ultra upgrade in 2026
Macworld Following the launch of Apple’s M5 in new iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro models last month, analysts are already making predictions about the higher-end versions of the chip still to come. Specifically, we can expect a Mac Studio equipped with an extremely powerful M5 Ultra at some point in 2026. In an article mostly focusing on Apple’s plans to enter the low-cost laptop market, Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman briefly mentions a swathe of other Mac launch plans, ranging from Mac mini models with the M5 and M5 Pro chips to Mac Studios with the M5 Max and M5 Ultra. The M5 Pro, Max, and Ultra don’t yet officially exist; Apple has so far released the plain M5 only. This might seem like an obvious progression—for the first three M-class chips, after all, Apple dutifully followed the base model with Pro, Max, and Ultra variants for higher performance in its premium Macs and other products—but that system has recently been thrown in doubt. With the M5 cycle underway, we still haven’t had an M4 Ultra, just the standard, Pro, and Max variants of that chip. And while it still could arrive (the M3 Ultra came out as late as this spring, long after the baseline M4), there are a variety of reasons why it probably won’t. Gurman says the M5 Ultra will make its debut in the Mac Studio, but the chip has a good chance of appearing later in an updated Mac Pro. The current Mac Pro comes with a surprisingly outdated M2 Ultra despite its $6,999 price tag. We’ve assumed for some time that the next Mac Pro would jump two generations to the M4 Ultra, but with that chip now looking unlikely to ever appear, Apple may decide to wait slightly longer and go all the way to an M5 Ultra for the sake of future-proofing. The precise timing of all this is unclear, but we can make some educated guesses. At present, we’re still on the standard M5, and we can expect the M5 Pro and Max to arrive in the MacBook Pro before the Ultra. We could get those in the spring of 2026, leaving the M5 Ultra to appear in the summer (potentially at WWDC) or fall.02:46 pmThis is how you can play the real native Fortnite on an Apple Silicon Mac
There are official ways to play Fortnite on a Mac, using one of three cloud gaming services. But you can also visit GitHub to install the real native mobile Fortnite on any Apple Silicon Mac … more…02:40 pmApp not reviewed yet after 10 days
Hi, I submitted an app to App Store. It's been 10 days but it has not been reviewed. I have requested expedited review too 7 days ago, and also emailed Apple Developer support to ask (unfortunately, their responses are all generic – wait a bit longer etc). Is there anything else I can do to […]02:37 pmHidden iOS 26.2 code points to mystery Apple smart home accessory
Macworld Apple’s smart-home lineup is currently limited to Apple TV and HomePod, but according to rumors, the company plans to explore this segment even further with a new iPad-like hub and an array of accessories. While Apple itself hasn’t confirmed the news, the first beta of iOS 26.2 gives a clue as to what’s next when it comes to Apple’s smart home accessories. iOS 26.2 beta code discovered by Macworld corroborates that Apple does indeed have plans to introduce a new product category relatively soon – or at least that the company has been exploring the idea. Code strings related to the Home app, which is used to manage HomeKit devices, now include references to a new system flag labeled “isFirstPartyAccessory.” For reference, current home accessories that can also be considered first-party already have their own flag in the Home app. These are “isApple TV” and “isHomePod.” Other HomeKit devices are internally identified as third-party accessories. Rumors are swirling that Apple will release a new HomePod with a built-in screen. However, the “isFirstPartyAccessory” flag suggests that Apple is working on support for new types of accessories designed by Apple that don’t fit into either the Apple TV or HomePod categories, such as cameras and doorbells. Apple’s own security camera In recent months, multiple reliable sources, including Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman and analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, have reported Apple’s plans to further explore the smart home segment, starting with the launch of a home security camera. There are not many details about the design or features, except that it would integrate deeply with the Apple ecosystem. If true, this camera would surely fit as a first-party accessory in the Home app. Bloomberg previously reported that this new camera is expected to be announced sometime in 2026. The fact that iOS 26.2 beta includes references to this new type of home accessory suggests that Apple is indeed preparing the ecosystem for new hardware coming soon. While Apple’s plans may change and an internal system flag doesn’t guarantee that the company will actually launch new products, the discovery is in line with all the latest rumors about Apple’s next moves in the smart home segment. iOS 26.2 is expected to be released to the public in December, but we don’t expect this new accessory to arrive until at least spring 2026.02:35 pmGet a first-gen Apple Pencil for just $45 (half off!)
Grade-A refurbished Apple Pencil (1st Gen) adds powerful drawing, writing and productivity features to your iPad without the fat price tag. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:34 pmApp Store Connect Fee
Hello, I'm trying to understand the fees on the App Store Connect. I use RevenueCat as a 3rd party for payments which I tied up with the AppStore Connect. I bought a subscription which is 100 RON (Romanian LEU), in RevenueCat I can see that I received a payment of €19.67 (~100 RON) but when […]02:25 pmProton VPN's Black Friday sale slashes plans by up to 75%
Proton VPN plans start at just $2.49 per month during the company's biggest sale of the year.Save up to 75% with Proton VPN Black Friday deals - Image credit: ProtonBlack Friday VPN deals are ramping up, with several service providers launching official BF sales well ahead of the November 28 shopping event. Proton VPN is no exception, with discounts of up to 75% off in effect now.Save up to 75% on Proton VPN Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:25 pmThe Best Early Black Friday AirTag Deals
Apple's AirTag is seeing a big discount as we head into Black Friday later this month, with both Amazon and Best Buy providing an all-time low price on the 4-Pack accessory. 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. You can get the AirTag 4-Pack for $64.99 from Amazon and Best Buy, down from $99.00. This is a match for the best price we've ever seen on the AirTag 4-Pack. $34 OFFAirTag 4-Pack for $64.99 Amazon currently has the AirTag 1-Pack for $24.00, down from $29.00. This is not the best price we've ever seen on this version of the accessory, so we recommend looking toward the 4-Pack option to maximize your savings. 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 Roundups: Apple Black Friday, Apple DealsRelated Forum: Community DiscussionThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:15 pmApple tests customizable power button controls in iOS 26.2 beta
Macworld With the release of the first iOS 26.2 beta, we have already learned some of Apple’s plans for the future of its iPhone software. And it seems there’s more to come. Code discovered in today’s beta reveals that Apple has been experimenting with the ability to customize the side (Power) button, a feature that could work similarly to the Action Button introduced with iPhone 15 Pro. Currently, pressing and holding the side button on the iPhone activates Siri, while a double-press brings up the Apple Wallet interface for contactless readers. Both actions are tied to Apple’s own services. For the first time, it seems that Apple may be considering letting users choose alternative behaviors for this button. This change could be particularly significant in light of recent European regulations that push for greater user choice and interoperability. Apple has already made several adjustments to comply with EU requirements, including opening the iPhone to third-party app stores and allowing users to choose default browsers and payment systems. Allowing customization of the side button might be another step in that direction. In the EU, users can already set an alternative payment app to open with a double-click. While the feature isn’t functional yet in iOS 26.2 beta 1, internal code references suggest Apple is laying the groundwork. It’s unclear whether the company plans to release this option publicly. Some of the features that Apple tests internally never see the light of day. Based on the code, the implementation seems strictly focused on letting users choose which app they want to open with the button as opposed to the shortcuts and settings available with the Action button. We’ll be watching closely as Apple continues to develop and test iOS 26.2 over the coming weeks to see whether this Side Button customization makes its way into future betas. The update is expected to be released to the public in December.02:13 pmApple gives Shazam for iOS a Liquid Glass makeover
Apple is rolling out a Liquid Glass redesign to another one of its apps. A new version of Shazam is now available on the App Store with a “sleek, new Liquid Glass look.” The update also makes it easier to quickly glance at the recent songs you’ve identified with Shazam right on the Home tab. more…02:00 pm5 Apple products I wish I never bought
Not every Apple product is a home run. Some are just plain bad. These are the worst Apple devices I've ever owned. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:53 pmUnited States SMS Carrier Maintenance – AT&T
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 11, 20:00 PST - Nov 12, 00:00 PSTNov 5, 05:29 PSTScheduled - The AT&T network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 11 November 2025 at 20:00 PST until 12 November 2025 at 00:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from AT&T United States handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.01:53 pmRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Tele2
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 10, 12:00 PST - Nov 26, 16:00 PSTNov 5, 05:26 PSTScheduled - The Tele2 network in Russia is conducting a series of planned maintenances from 10 November 2025 at 12:00 PST until 26 November 2025 at 16:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Tele2 Russia handsets.Note, the maintenance will be carried out on each of the following dates and times:10 November 2025 at 12:00 PST until 10 November 2025 at 16:00 PST12 November 2025 at 12:00 PST until 12 November 2025 at 16:00 PST17 November 2025 at 12:00 PST until 17 November 2025 at 16:00 PST24 November 2025 at 12:00 PST until 24 November 2025 at 16:00 PST26 November 2025 at 12:00 PST until 26 November 2025 at 16:00 PST01:49 pmiOS 26.2 beta testers in Japan can install third party app stores
Japanese iPhone owners are able to start using alternative app storefronts on their devices, as the first iOS 26.2 developer beta grants permission for them to be installed.An Apple Store in Japan - Image credit: AppleThe Japan Fair Trade Commission will start to enforce the country's new Smartphone Act rules in December, forcing Apple to make changes to its software policies. It now appears that Apple is publicly testing one key change in preparation for rule enforcement.iOS 26.2 Beta 1 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:49 pmApple supplier Skyworks forecasts upbeat quarterly results on strong mobile chip demand | Mac Daily NewsApple supplier Skyworks forecasts upbeat quarterly results on strong mobile chip demand
Apple supplier Skyworks Solutions forecasted first-quarter revenue and profit exceeding Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, highlighting… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:47 pmNeed help sending app to the App Store for free
I need help sending this newly developed app to the App Store for free. I just want to be able to take LiDAR scans of my home for free and I want others to do the same. I’m pretty sure the app is ready, but if you want to take a look… submitted by […]01:41 pmXlr8yourmac goes offline, ending an era of DIY tinkering
If you know the site xlr8yourmac.com then this is a bad day. After close to three decades of Mac hardware reviews and support, the site appears to have shut down for good.xlr8yourmac has closed downI've probably only cracked open one Mac in my life, maybe added a video card twice, and haven't touched external SCSI since using a Macintosh IIfx with the funky active terminator. Mike Wuerthele, my co-author on this piece, on the other hand has done things like "shove in more hard drives into a Mac Pro than was thermally and electrically wise" and is our Thunderbolt and external storage guy.The site that helped us do this, the very hardware-focused xlr8yourmac.com has now gone offline, very recently. We reached out both to ask what has happened, and to express regret that such a long-standing and so very useful site is gone. And yesterday we found out that the email for the site is not taking emails either. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:32 pmPeak Design Wireless Charging Stand Qi2 review: A minimalist charging solution
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros High charging speed Very long USB-C cable included High-quality workmanship Secure stand Cons No carrying case included Restrictions possible with protective cover for iPhone 17 Pro Our Verdict If you are looking for a slim, elegant and high-quality charging station, this Qi2 wireless charging stand combines minimalist design with modern technology. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$79.95 Best Prices Today: Peak Design Wireless Charging Stand Qi2 Retailer Price $78.45 View Deal Peak Design $79.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Unpack and pause – that’s exactly what you do when you hold the charging station from Peak Design in your hands. Elegant and high quality – that’s the first impression. Made from solid aluminium and stainless steel, the Magsafe and Qi2-compatible Peak Design Wireless Charging Stand Qi2 is impressive across the board. The relatively high weight of 276 grams is also positive for such a slim charging station, as it is designed to stand reliably. Not only the high-quality choice of materials, but also the infinitely adjustable inclination, the rubberised base and the coated charging surface contribute to the positive image. Compatible with all Magsafe iPhones and the Qi2 charging standard, the Qi2 wireless charging stand supports charging at 15, 10, 7.5 and 5 watts. The scope of delivery includes a USB-C cable almost two metres long and clips to secure the cable when laying. Practice with surprises The Wireless Charging Stand Qi2 looks stylish with its dimensions of 14.1 × 6.9 × 1.6 centimetres. But how does it perform in practice? For practical use, you need a power supply unit with at least 20 watts of power. The iPhone – in our case an iPhone 15 and an iPhone 17 Pro – holds very well, both in portrait and landscape format. Power supply connected and measured: What percentage is the iPhone charged to after 30 minutes? First the tried and tested with an iPhone 15 – here we measured a value of 39 per cent, putting it in the top group. Then the iPhone 17 Pro – surprise: 44 per cent! Also a very good value, although the Wireless Charging Stand Qi2 does not support 25-watt charging. And another surprise: The Wireless Charging Stand Qi2 can also charge headphone charging cases, although Peak Design does not officially state this. Should you buy the Peak Design Wireless Charging Stand Qi2? The Wireless Charging Stand Qi2 from Peak Design is an elegant and high-quality charging station. When folded up, it can be stowed away to save space or easily taken with you when travelling. When unfolded, it offers a very stable stand – a rarity for this type of design. Typing lightly on the iPhone display is no problem, only with stronger pressure can the comparatively heavy construction slip. The hinge can withstand this without any problems. However, some iPhone 17 Pro cases can cause problems with the Magsafe contact surface, as protruding protective edges of the case protect the camera plateau and interfere with the contact. The long USB-C cable included in the scope of delivery is a very positive feature. However, anyone taking the charging station with them when travelling would appreciate a carrying case. You should definitely get a suitable bag to keep the Qi2 wireless charging stand looking good for a long time. We recommend the Tech Pouch Small, which also offers space for the power supply unit and the AirPods. In addition to the excellent workmanship, the high charging speed is particularly impressive. All of this justifies the top-end price of just under $80. View Peak Design Wireless Charging Stand Qi2 at Amazon01:30 pmJapan to become 29th country to get third-party iPhone app stores
Apple’s monopoly on the sale of iPhone apps is set to be further eroded according to a new tweet showing third-party app stores in the iOS 26.2 beta in Japan. This follows a ruling by Japan’s Fair Trade Commission in August that both Apple and Google must allow alternative app stores. This will make Japan the 29th country to get third-party app stores for the iPhone, with others set to follow as courts and antitrust regulators continue to issue rulings … more…01:26 pmShazam App for iPhone Updated With Liquid Glass Design on iOS 26
Apple today updated its Shazam app with a new Liquid Glass design, for iPhone users who are running iOS 26 and later. The app has a new navigation bar that provides quick access to Home, Library, and Concerts tabs, as well as a search button. In addition, recently-identified songs now appear directly on the Home screen, without needing to swipe up. These changes require the latest version of the Shazam app, which is rolling out now. Shazam is a popular music identification service that Apple acquired back in 2018. In addition to being available as an app, Shazam powers a Recognize Music control in Control Center on the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and you can use Shazam via Siri.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tag: ShazamRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:16 pmApple Vision Pro with M5 review: a chip can't fix developer relations
The M5 doesn't remake Apple Vision Pro into a hit consumer product, nor does it solve Apple's ongoing issues with a lack of developer interest in the platform, but it is better, and that may be enough.Apple Vision Pro review: M5 and nothing elseIf you've been an Apple fan long enough, you've heard the complaints about overpowered hardware and an underserved software ecosystem. However, that wasn't in regard to the Apple Vision Pro, but the iPad Pro.The first iteration of Apple Vision Pro with M2 that launched in 2024 was an odd product. The chipset couldn't drive all the pixels on the display, but software wasn't exactly taxing the chipset anywhere except some games. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:04 pmApple demands payment from long-time legal foe Hagens Berman over misconduct
In the rubble of the failed Apple and Amazon price fixing suit, the pair have demanded $2 million from Hagens Berman, with the firm accused trying to dishonestly keep a dead class action alive.Apple and Amazon take on lawyers in courtApple is very familiar with the courtroom, due to being the target of many lawsuits, as well as going after others infringing on its rights. However, it's rare for it to go after lawyers directly.In one filing on Monday at the United States District Court in Seattle, Amazon and Apple have demanded a payment for attorneys' fees and costs from Hagens Berman. The justification was to cover the cost of legal efforts prompted by a "lack of candor" by the opposing legal firm. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:00 pmEnterprises Need To Recast Cloud Reliability Expectations: Analyst
Cloud outages show reliability isn’t guaranteed. Analysts warn enterprises to rethink multicloud strategy, redundancy, uptime planning, and continuity architecture. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.12:48 pmHere’s how the new Motorola Edge 70 compares to the iPhone Air
The iPhone Air managed to beat the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge to become the slimmest smartphone on the market, though we noted at the time that it’s not the slimmest smartphone we’ve ever seen. The latest contender on the Android front is the shiny new Motorola Edge 70, which is very slightly thicker than the iPhone Air, but has a much thinner camera bump and compares well in several other ways … more…12:23 pmiOS 26.2 to Allow Third-Party App Stores in Japan Ahead of Regulatory Deadline
Apple on Tuesday released the first beta of iOS 26.2 to developers, and it appears that the software will allow users in Japan to install alternative app marketplaces on their devices when it is released to the public in December. According to a post shared on X by @Tzzlala, iPhones running the beta in Japan are able to install alternative app stores like AltStore PAL and Epic Games, and download apps from them, though Fortnite in-app purchases are currently region-blocked by Epic. Apple lets iPhone and iPad users based in the EU to install apps using alternative app marketplaces in addition to the App Store. The ability was introduced in iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 18 in order to comply with the Digital Markets Act, but Apple does not currently allow it in any regions outside the 27-member bloc. However, that's set to change. In June 2024, the Japanese parliament approved and enacted legislation that requires Apple to allow third-party app stores and payment providers on the iPhone. The law seeks to curb the dominance of major tech firms like Apple in the smartphone market. More recently, in August 2025, the Japan Fair Trade Commission established the Mobile Software Competition Act Guidelines. Under the new guidelines, platform operators like Apple and Google are banned from blocking or restricting the availability of alternative app stores and payment systems on their mobile operating systems. iOS 26.2 Beta 1で代替アプリストアが日本でも利用可能になってる！！！！！！AltStore PALとかEpic Games Store使える！ pic.twitter.com/292ncTZrKJ— Tzzlala (@Tzzlala) November 4, 2025 The guidelines are set to come into effect by December 18, 2025, while Apple is expected to release iOS 26.2 in December, sometime between December 9 and December 16. Epic Games has already announced plans to bring Fortnite and its game store platform to iOS in Japan by late 2025.Tags: App Store, JapanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:11 pmM4 to M5 MacBook Pro benchmarks impressive, but little real-world benefit
Most people upgrade their MacBook Pro no more frequently than once every five years, and some leave it considerably longer than that. But Apple always makes it sound like even last year’s model is now hopelessly outdated, something it did again with the launch of the M5 MacBook Pro. There’s no doubt that the company is achieving incredibly impressive year-on-year increases in Apple Silicon performance, but real-life tests show that upgrading from one generation to the next doesn’t make sense for the vast majority of MacBook owners … more…12:10 pm'Safe Houses' thriller coming to Apple from 'Homeland' creator
Apple TV has signed "Homeland" creator Gideon Raff to produce a new espionage series based on a thriller by best-selling author Dan Fesperman.Apple TV continues to add new thriller seriesApple TV has long had a reputation for science fiction hits, such as "Silo," but the streamer is building one for thrillers. As well as "Slow Horses" and the same team's new "Down Cemetery Road," it has now ordered an eight-part espionage series called "Safe Houses."Based on the 11th thriller by ex-journalist Dan Fesperman, it concerns the aftermath when a high-ranking CIA officer is murdered in Madrid. The murder is then investigated simultaneously by his widow, and by a fugitive agent accused of the crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:18 amNew Apple TV show Pluribus will have an official companion podcast
The new sci-fi drama Pluribus lands on Apple TV this Friday. The highly anticipated series from Vince Gilligan, the creator of Breaking Bad, stars Rhea Seehorn as Carol, a woman in a world that needs saving from a contagion of happiness. Apple has been ramping up the marketing for this show significantly, clearly expecting it to be a big hit. And part of that is the announcement of a new official Apple TV companion podcast … more…11:15 amiPad Pro (M5) review: Still great, now with boosted graphics and AI performance
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Our Verdict The new iPad Pro M5 is the best tablet on the market. The display is significantly better than the other iPads, and Apple’s good keyboard case makes a MacBook superfluous for many users. It also offers more performance in AI applications and more RAM for the entry-level models. However, an upgrade from the M4 model is not necessary, and the much cheaper iPad Air M3 is a strong competitor. Pros First-class display Outstanding performance Good battery life Fast Thunderbolt interface New optimizations for AI applications Cons Incremental performance boost over M4 Cellular support via eSIM only Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$999 Best Prices Today: Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M5, 2025) Retailer Price $947 View Deal $989 View Deal $999 View Deal $999 View Deal $999.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket When Apple introduced the iPad Pro M4 just over a year ago, it came with a host of new features and a completely new design. The premium tablet stands out from the iPad Air with its thinner design, great OLED display, and faster chip. But Apple just replaced the iPad Pro’s M4 chip with an M5 chip, and overall, the new M5 iPad Pro offers small improvements. Design and display With the iPad Pro, Apple has succeeded in designing an elegant and thin profile that is nevertheless very robust and high-quality. The 13-inch model is only 5.1 millimeters thick; the 11-inch model is 5.3 millimeters. The quality and workmanship are first-class, and thanks to the robust aluminium housing, the device is likely to make a presentable impression even after many years of intensive use. Incidentally, it is only possible to distinguish between the M4 and M5 iPad Pros by a small detail: only the M4 model has a model label on the back, the M5 model lacks a serial number and model number. However, Apple’s Smart Keyboard for iPad Pro (released in 2015) is not compatible with the M4 and M5 models, and users with old accessories will have to purchase a new keyboard cover (in two colors) and a new protective cover. The switch to OLED display technology helps save a lot of space in the iPad Pro. For comparison, the 13-inch iPad Air, which has an LED display, is a full millimeter thicker than the 13-inch M5 iPad Pro. The iPad Air is also noticeably heavier at 682 grams, compared to the iPad Pro’s 579 grams. As a mobile device, the iPad Pro has an advantage. Eugen Wegmann The iPad Pro’s OLED is a first-class display. Apple uses a Tandem OLED panel, and with its brightness support up to 1,000 nits, this is around twice as bright as the iPad Air, and can even increase the brightness to 1,600 nits for HDR content, a real advantage for HDR photos or HDR videos. The adaptive refresh rate of 1Hz to 120Hz Pro Motion is also supported. The display impresses with first-class colors and image sharpness, making the IPS panels of the other iPads seem almost a little outdated. For color-critical tasks such as professional image editing or video editing, the iPad Pro offers a special “reference mode” in which the iPad uses reference colors for common color standards and video formats. If you use this mode, color adjustments such as Night Shift and True Tone are automatically switched off. Calibration with an external device is also possible. In contrast to the iPad Air models, the Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HGL color profiles are also supported. The 1TB and 2TB models can also be equipped with nano-textured glass for an extra $100/£100, which significantly reduces reflections. However, this also makes the displays somewhat more sensitive to scratches. CPU and GPU performance The iPad Pro is equipped with Apple’s very latest chip, the M5. Compared to the M4 chip, the M5 chip offers some interesting new features: The memory bandwidth increases from 120GB per second to 153GB per second, and it also offers better dynamic caching and faster ray tracing. The latter enables faster gameplay and more realistic visual effects. The graphics performance in particular has increased in the M5 models. Stephan Wiesend Our testing shows that the M5 CPU is slightly faster than the M4 it replaces. The M5’s Geekbench scores were 4144 (single-core) and 16,503 (multi-core), which is almost 12 percent higher than the M4. Good, but not really a result that’s obviously noticeable. Apple likes to mention the performance gains compared to the M1, which was in the 2021 iPad Pro; it’s a good way to demonstrate how far Apple Silicon has come in a short time, but also, the five-year mark is when users that thinking about upgrading. An M1 iPad Pro has Geekbench scores of 2253 and 8135, around half the performance of the M5. There is another new feature that significantly improves the performance of some iPad models. Previously, the 256GB and 512GB models only had 8GB RAM, while the larger models had 16GB RAM. Now the two entry-level models have 12GB RAM, which improves performance for many tasks and is a good investment in the long term. In addition, the M5 continues to offer its own neural engine with sixteen cores. The most important chip innovation, however, is a faster GPU with neural accelerators in each graphics core. These accelerators are designed to perform certain AI functions up to four times faster. With a score of 74786 in the Geekbench Compute Metal benchmark, the M5 iPad Pro is 26 percent faster than the M4 model. The Solar Bay benchmark, which also relies heavily on Metal and ray tracing, saw an increase of 22 percent. The Wild Life Extreme benchmark only measures just under 12 percent more performance than the M4. The strengths of the new graphics chip obviously lie primarily in the areas of Metal and ray tracing. The Wildlife Extreme Stress Test measures performance under continuous load. Stephan Wiesend As with the previous model, overheating is not a problem, and CPU performance in particular is only moderately reduced under continuous load. With the APSI tool, which is optimized for measuring continuous CPU load, I measured a long-term performance of 81 percent. However, the predecessor’s performance was only reduced to 86 percent. The measurement with Wild Life Stress Test confirms this for long graphics loads. According to the measurement, the graphics load drops to a good 79 per cent after a few runs. The current model is therefore also well-suited for long gaming sessions and intensive work with graphics applications. Due to the higher graphics performance, the graphics are clocked down faster than on the iPad Pro M4, but remain at a very high level. Improved AI performance The performance leaps of the M5 are also enormous in the area of AI. Apple promises up to fourfold increase in performance in AI tasks! However, this only applies to tasks where the graphics card is used instead of the CPU. This performance improvement can be gauged with the Geekbench AI benchmark, for example, which checks the performance of the CPU, GPU, or Neural Engine in various AI tasks. The measured data from the benchmark confirms that the new CPU and Neural Engine of the M5 only deliver moderate increases, but when accessing the graphics card, the performance is more than twice that of the M4. However, the question remains as to how useful this is in practice. Many AI tasks such as creating graphics with Image Playground, cropping an object in Final Cut Pro, or summarizing a website, are performed by the efficient but slower Neural Engine. The system selects the hardware independently, and you have no opportunity to intervene. The M5 delivers significantly better performance in AI applications such as Draw Things.Stephan Wiesend To check the performance increases promised by Apple, we must therefore adhere very closely to Apple’s specifications. The graphics card is used, for example, when scaling videos in DaVinci Resolve or for certain actions in Final Cut Pro. In particular, the graphics card should enable significant acceleration when generating AI images. According to Apple, it is possible to create AI images up to 3.5 times faster with the Draw Things tool, a popular app for generating AI images. We check this out: in our first test, we select the lean model Waifu in the tool and measure the average duration of generating a portrait with a random prompt. With the M4 iPad Pro, it took 50 seconds to complete the AI work, while the M5 iPad Pad took 29 seconds. The new device is therefore significantly faster, but only by a factor of 1.7, lower than the factor of 3.5 promised by Apple. The performance also depends heavily on the tasks and the model used. We therefore repeat the Draw Things test with the Qwen model, also used by Apple. On the M4 iPad Pro, this model takes almost 34 minutes, but the M5 iPad Pro finished after just 13 minutes and 31 seconds. That’s 2.5 times faster and much closer to Apple’s performance promise. Faster storage According to Apple, the iPad Pro’s SSD should be twice as fast as its predecessor when reading and writing. However, the complex caching system of iPadOS makes measurements more difficult, so our benchmarks unfortunately provide very different data. With the Jazz Disk app, we measured 5626.37MBps for reading and 1924.81MBps for writing. With the M4 iPad Pro, it was 3362 MBps and 2017MBps for reading and writing. The M5 iPad Pro performs even better in Antutu’s memory benchmark: 6289MBps for writing and 7239.2MBps for reading. The M4 iPad Pad scores were 3078MBps (read) and 3505MBps (write). The Pro models not only offer a fast SSD but also a fast USB-C interface, which we tested with an external SSD. With a 34GB file and a LaCie Rugged SSD, I measured a maximum transfer rate of 2594MBps when transferring to the iPad Pro and 1190MBps when copying to the SSD. This is roughly the same as its predecessor and is an excellent value. Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support The new iPad Pro M5 supports the latest Bluetooth 6 and the Wi-Fi 7 standard (IEEE 802.11be) thanks to Apple’s new N1 chip. This is an upgrade that shouldn’t be underestimated. It significantly speeds up AirDrop, for example, and should benefit the hotspot function. As a practical test, I transferred a 2.6GB file from an iPhone 17 Pro Max. With the M4 iPad Pro and Wi-Fi 6e, the transfer takes 54 seconds; with the M5 iPad Pro with Wi-Fi 7, it takes only 34 seconds. That’s an increase from 49MBps to 78MBps, a real leap in performance that’s noticeable. Apple also claims to have boosted 5G performance by up to 50 percent, thanks to Apple’s self-developed C1X modem. However, cellular support requires an eSIM; the lack of physical SIM support may be an issue for some. Camera and audio The M5 iPad Pro continues to offer a front and rear camera and is the only iPad model with a flash and lidar on the back. The flash is optimized for photographing documents and enables photos and videos to be taken even in poor lighting conditions. Up to 4K at 60 fps video is possible, with a special app also in ProRes format. Thanks to the lidar camera, you can take precise measurements of the immediate surroundings. This sensor is also very useful for AR applications. The image quality is acceptable, but it cannot keep up with current iPhone cameras. The front camera positioned on the side also produces rather mediocre image quality; it is a wide-angle camera with weaknesses in poor lighting. Thanks to digital zoom, however, it always keeps you in the center of attention during video calls and can provide a wider viewing angle if required. Another strength of the iPad Pro is the good audio quality. Four loudspeakers and four microphones deliver good sound quality during video conferences, for example, even at high volumes. The Pro models are also ahead of the competition when it comes to playing music and videos. Battery performance Apple has not changed the battery capacity compared to its predecessor. The 13-inch model has a battery with 38.99 watt hours, while the 11-inch model has 31.29 watt hours. Both models should provide 10 hours of video playback and surfing. Our tests confirm this, and we even achieved 14 hours of video playback. Apple has sped up charging: If the battery is empty, you can restore it to 50 percent capacity in 30 minutes. With the predecessor, we only reached 30 percent after half an hour, but with the M5 iPad Pro, it reached 51 percent. However, this fast charging requires a charger with 60 watts of charging power. For our battery life test, we play a video in a continuous loop at full brightness. After 14 hours, the device switches off, just like the model with M4. An advantage over the other models: an OLED display can switch off parts of the display when the screen is dark, saving a lot of energy. The iPad can therefore last even longer when using dark mode. Surfing the web or playing videos only drains the battery minimally. However, this changes under full CPU and graphics load, when the battery drains rapidly: with a graphics-heavy benchmark such as Wild Life Extreme or rendering an AI image, the battery power can drop by 20 per cent after just 20 minutes of maximum load. This is a big difference from models such as the iPad 11, which consume little energy even under full load thanks to a slow CPU. Should you buy the M5 iPad Pro? The new iPad Pro M5 is the best tablet on the market. The display is significantly better than the other iPads, and Apple’s good keyboard case makes a MacBook superfluous for many users. It also offers more performance in AI applications and more RAM for the entry-level models. However, an upgrade from the M4 model is not necessary, and the much cheaper M3 iPad Air is a strong consideration for many users who don’t use pro apps. Technical specifications ModelM5 11-inch iPad ProM5 13-inch iPad ProPrice (basic model)$999/£999$1,299/£1,299Price (Cellular base model)$1,199/£1,199$1,499/£1,499Display11″ Ultra Retina XDR13″ Ultra Retina XDRPixel2420×16682752×2064Resolution264 ppi264 ppiDisplay technologyTandem OLED, ProMotion technology, Fully laminated display, Anti-reflective coatingTandem OLED, ProMotion technology, fully laminated display, anti-reflective coatingColour spaceWide color gamut (P3), True ToneWide color gamut (P3), True ToneBrightness1000 nits; HDR 1600 nits1000 nits; HDR 1600 nitsDisplay optionNano-textured glass (1TB and 2TB models)Nano-textured glass (1TB and 2TB models)ChipApple M5Apple M5CPU with 256GB and 512GB SSD9-core CPU (3 performance cores, 6 efficiency cores)9-core CPU (3 performance cores, 6 efficiency cores)CPU with 1TB and 2TB SSD10-core CPU (4 performance cores, 6 efficiency cores)10-core CPU (4 performance cores, 6 efficiency cores)Memory bandwidth153GBpsHardware-accelerated 8K H.264, HEVC, ProRes and ProRes RAW, AV1 decodingGraphics10-core GPU with Neural Accelerators10-Core GPU with Neural AcceleratorsNeural Engine16-core16-CoreMeadia EngineHardware-accelerated 8K H.264, HEVC, ProRes and ProRes RAW, AV1 decodingHardware accelerated 8K H.264, HEVC, ProRes and ProRes RAW, AV1 decodingMemory12GB to 512GB memory; 16GB with 1TB and 2TB SSD12GB to 512GB memory; 16GB with 1TB and 2TB SSDStorage capacity options256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TBCameraWide-angle 12 MP, ƒ/1.8Wide-angle 12 MP, ƒ/1.8 apertureFront cameraLandscape format 12MP centre stage camera, ƒ/2.0 apertureLandscape format 12MP centre stage camera, ƒ/2.0 apertureLoudspeaker, microphone4 loudspeakers, 4 microphones4 speakers, 4 microphonesSensorsFace ID, LiDAR scanner, 3-axis gyro sensor, accelerometer, barometer, ambient light sensorFace ID, LiDAR scanner, 3-axis gyro sensor, accelerometer, barometer, ambient light sensorConnectionsThunderbolt/USB 4; Smart ConnectorThunderbolt/USB 4; Smart ConnectorPencil (optional)Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB)Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB)Wi-FiApple N1, WLAN 7 (802.11be) with 2×2 MIMOApple N1, WLAN 7 (802.11be) with 2×2 MIMOBluetooth66Mobile dataApple C1X, 5G/LTE/UMTS/HSDPAApple C1X, 5G/LTE/UMTS/HSDPASIM cardeSIMeSIMColoursSilver, Space BlackSilver, Space BlackBatteryLithium polymer, 31.29 WhLithium polymer, 38.99 WhSurfing Wi-Fi10 hours10 hoursMobile surfing9 hours9 hoursDimensions (W/H/D) in millimeters177,5/249,7/5,3215,5/281,6/5,1Weight in grams444 (Wi-Fi); 446 (Cellular)579 (Wi-Fi); 582 (Cellular)10:50 amRate my onboarding flow [no promo]
Context: App is based on 8 life spheres ("Wheel of life") You get 5 daily tasks to complete. They are gone forever, if not completed. You'll get another 5 on the next day My concerns: Is it clear for you that this is a self-development app? "Let's get started" choice affects your future experience – […]10:30 amThese real-world tests will convince you to switch to the M5 MacBook Pro
Macworld Performance is the killer feature for creative professionals. The faster you can render an animation file, export Adobe Lightroom photos, or do something crazy like create your own large language model for artificial intelligence, the more time you save. For most creatives, a workflow that’s faster and more efficient can literally generate more income–and reduce stress. As a writer and photographer, I use a 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro on a daily basis, and the time has come to consider an upgrade. I know in the back of my head that Apple has been pushing the envelope lately, and I also know the new MacBook Pro M5 is significantly faster. How much faster? Apple says for AI tasks like the large language model database I mentioned, you can expect speed improvements on the order of 3.5 times faster than the M4 version. The M5 is also 6 times faster than the original M1 model, released back in 2020. The new 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro costs $1,599/£1,599, which is not exactly an impulse purchase. That’s why I decided to do some of my own workflow tests using apps like Blender and Adobe Lightroom. Then I “crunched the numbers” using benchmarking apps like Geekbench AI and Blackmagic Disk Speed Test. While I wasn’t always blown away by the performance improvements, there were a few shocking revelations. I used macOS 26.1 on both machines, and they were both outfitted with 16GB of RAM (coincidentally, both are Space Black). Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro (M5, 2025) Read our review Price When Reviewed: $1,599 Best Prices Today: $1,536.50 at Amazon | $1549 at B&H | $1570 at Walmart I offer my impressions after explaining the results from each test, along with whether I am ready to spring for the new machine. Creative workflows For testing the creative process, I picked tasks that tend to be time-consuming and slow me down. On my M3, I may have cursed the engineers at Apple just a little as I’ve waited for my photos to export out of Adobe Lightroom, for example. It feels like an eternity when an event organizer is texting and emailing you multiple times asking for the final shots. I also built a song in GarageBand and mastered the audio file, then tried a Blender animation render. Adobe Lightroom export10:15 amApple releases visionOS 26.1 update, addresses assorted bugs, security issues
It may not be a huge update for the Apple Vision Pro’s visionOS operating system, but it could offer some neat stuff. Apple on Monday released its visionOS 26.1 update, which offers a few bug fixes, but not much else. What little was provided in the beta release notes during testing suggests Apple is working […] Source10:00 amApple releases iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1 updates
Similar to Apple’s macOS Tahoe 26.1 update, Apple on Monday also released the long-awaited iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 updates. The updates include the following: Liquid Glass toggle: Apple has added the option to choose between clear and tinted user interfaces. The tinted option changes the opacity level behind things like notifications and tab bars. […] Source08:53 amLHR (London) on 2025-11-06
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 6, 02:00 - 05:00 UTCNov 5, 08:30 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in LHR (London) datacenter on 2025-11-06 between 02:00 and 05:00 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.08:00 amA lifetime license for Microsoft Office now costs less than one year of Microsoft 365
Macworld TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac for $40 or Windows for $20. You don’t have to pay $99.99 every year for Microsoft 365 to get apps like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Instead, if you go for an older version of Microsoft Office, you can get a lifetime license that you only have to pay for once. Microsoft Office Home and Business for Mac is now $39.97 (reg. $229), and Office Pro Plus for Windows is only $19.97 (reg. $229). Each license lasts for life with no recurring costs or strings attached. You can download your apps onto one computer, and then they’re yours for the life of that computer. The Mac license comes with Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook OneNote Teams Classic The Windows license comes with the same apps, but instead of Teams, you get Publisher and Access. These are the 2019 versions of Microsoft apps you may already be using in Microsoft 365. As they’re a little older, they may look a little different, but they still work great. And you only pay for them once. Right now, you can get Microsoft Office Home and Business 2019 for Mac for $39.97 Microsoft Office Pro Plus for Windows for $19.97 Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for MacSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amThis unique 100W cable works with almost any device
Macworld TL;DR: The GoCable 8-in-1 Charger is now on sale for $20. A low battery at the wrong time can ruin a day. If you want to make sure you always have a charger on hand without sacrificing pocket space, try the GoCable. This 8-in-1 charger works with all Type-C and Lightning devices, and it’s on sale now for $19.97 (reg. $49.99). Chargers gotta charge, and this one gets the job done with ultra-fast 100W power delivery. The built-in LED power display even tells you how much power you’re getting. This durable little cable also doubles as a keychain. You can also hook the built-in carabiner to your bag, and it might come in handy for more than just low batteries. The carabiner has its own hidden bottle opener and safe-proof cutter. No more opening boxes with your keys. For a limited time, you can get a GoCable 8-in-1 EDC 100W Cable for $19.97. Sale ends soon. GoCable 8-in-1 EDC 100W CableSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.07:26 amMultiplayer Apple TV games via iPhone Safari
TIL Safari doesn't give the unsafe-website grief when you browse to a local IP on your (or a LAN you've joined) network. So I've got Apple TV serving something like… hteeteepee://192.168.1.152:8080 …and it looks like Apple TV can serve a javascript-y website allowing a simple controller tap interface, and there you have unlimited multiplayer. I […]07:07 amI’m curious, does sharing MRR help with the app growth?
I see many social media posts about their apps MRR, while some try their best to hide that data as they don't want their app to be copied. I'm curious if the benefits outweighs the risks about posting MRR? There is certainly a type of marketer trying to sell their "how to get rich" course, […]07:05 amiOS 26.2 beta 1: All the new features and changes
Apple has rolled out iOS 26.2 beta 1 to developers, bringing several new features and enhancing the existing ones for a better experience. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)07:00 amMicrosoft offers in-country data processing to 15 countries to strengthen sovereign controls for Microsoft 365 Copilot | Office for MacMicrosoft offers in-country data processing to 15 countries to strengthen sovereign controls for Microsoft 365 Copilot
Microsoft is pleased to announce that we are making in-country data processing for customers’ Microsoft 365 Copilot interactions available in 15 countries around the world. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.06:19 amRESOLVED: **Title** Google Chat customers are experiencing issues loading Chat, creating DMs (Direct Messages) and Chat Spaces. **Description** We are experiencing an issue with Google Chat , beginning on Tuesday, 2025-11-04 21:05 US/Pacific. Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide more information by Tuesday, 2025-11-04 22:30 US/Pacific with current details. We apologize to all who are affected by the disruption. **Symptoms** Impacted customers may experience issues while loading Chat, creating DMs (Direct Messages) and Chat Spaces, and may experience high latency while sending and receiving messages. **Workaround** None at this time. | Google AppsRESOLVED: **Title** Google Chat customers are experiencing issues loading Chat, creating DMs (Direct Messages) and Chat Spaces. **Description** We are experiencing an issue with Google Chat , beginning on Tuesday, 2025-11-04 21:05 US/Pacific. Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide more information by Tuesday, 2025-11-04 22:30 US/Pacific with current details. We apologize to all who are affected by the disruption. **Symptoms** Impacted customers may experience issues while loading Chat, creating DMs (Direct Messages) and Chat Spaces, and may experience high latency while sending and receiving messages. **Workaround** None at this time.
Incident began at 2025-11-05 05:05 and ended at 2025-11-05 05:45 (times are in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)).The issue with Google Chat has been resolved for all affected users as of Tuesday, 2025-11-04 21:45 PST. We will publish an analysis of this incident once we have completed our internal investigation. We thank you for your patience while we worked on resolving the issue. Affected products: Google Chat06:12 amWhat’s the best way to create an installable app for just myself?
So I made a PWA as a static reference app for my job. I’ve been trying to make this stupid thing installable for a month and it simply doesn’t cache anything. It shows in website cache settings that it has the correct amount of storage space used up as if it is cached but it […]04:58 amMac Studio to get M5 Ultra power in 2026
Apple may have skipped the M4 Ultra this year, but reports suggest an M5 Ultra-powered Mac Studio is coming in 2026. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:26 amIs MacOS 26 Tahoe worth the upgrade for latest Xcode features?
I'm still on Sequoia and trying to decide if there's much to gain with features gated behind MacOS26. Is the ChatGPT integration any good for example? submitted by /u/MetaMaverick [link] [comments]03:55 amiOS 26: How to customize the iPhone's Lock Screen clock
Apple added a ton of features and tweaks with iOS 26, including to the iPhone's Lock Screen. Here's how to customize your iPhone's clock, including its size.You can make your iPhone's Lock Screen clock look just the way you like it.The clock might be one of the most-used things on your iPhone, and you probably don't realize it. Especially if you have a model with an always-on display, like the iPhone 17.For even if you have an Apple Watch, glancing at your iPhone is often the easiest way to check the time. Yet the clock hasn't changed all that much since the iPhone shipped in 2007. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:21 amApple Creator Studio referenced in iOS 26.2 beta 1, but meaning is unclear
Apple could be gearing up to release something called Apple Creator Studio, but whether it's a subscription, an app bundle, or a rename of Pixelmator Pro is unknown.Apple Creator Studio referenced, but it's anyone's guess as to what it meansApple released iOS 26.2 beta 1 on Tuesday, and code sleuths have been diving through it to find potential references to future releases. While Apple's developers usually do a good job of hiding everything we're not meant to see before a beta is published, some things still slip through.Code sleuth Aaron, known as @aaronp613 on X, shared that there's a reference to Apple Creator Studio in the iOS 26.2 beta. There aren't any other details about the reference, nor where it was found in the code, so it is difficult to ascertain what it could mean. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:44 amThank you for your feedback, version 2, what do you think?
submitted by /u/RawiSoft [link] [comments]01:51 amBeelink Mate mini 80Gbps Dock review: Port expansion without the bandwidth limit
Finally, a relatively inexpensive storage and ports dock for the M4 Mac mini that isn't bandwidth constrained.Beelink Mate mini DockFor many years, Thunderbolt and USB docks have been designed to neatly fit underneath your Mac mini. There have been good ones, and bad ones.In the 15 years I've been doing this gig facing the Internet, I've repeatedly seen the same problem crop up in terms of bandwidth. More recently, I've reviewed a pile of hubs that use 10 gigabit USB-C instead of 40 gigabit plus Thunderbolt, and manufacturers somehow expect external storage, USB ports, and an HDMI connection to all work fine with that 10 gigabits per second of bandwidth. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:38 amWhat do you think of the screenshots, it is for a game! Thanks!!
submitted by /u/RawiSoft [link] [comments]01:38 amApple details new APIs for parental consent and age verification in Texas
Apple has released new APIs and sandbox tools to help developers comply with the new requirements for apps available in Texas. Here are the details. more…01:37 amTestflight internal tester limit. Is it 100 or 80?
What is the limit of AppStore Testflight testers? Below is what I get from the Dashboard. Testligfht Tester Dashboard I have 80 Testers, and it said "You have reached the internal tester limit for this app". I thought we have up to 100. Why I can no longer add after reaching 80? submitted by […]01:30 amApple Brings Its App Store To the Web
Apple has officially launched a web-based version of its App Store that lets users browse apps across all Apple devices through a redesigned interface. "There's no way to download apps from the App Store on the web, however," notes The Verge. "Apple just gives you the option to share an app or open it directly inside the App Store installed on your device." From the report: Now, when you navigate to apps.apple.com, you'll see the revamped interface instead of a webpage that just contains information about the App Store. [...] Along with the ability to switch between listings of apps for the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro, Apple Watch, and Apple TV, you can check out recommendations on the Today tab as well as sort apps by category, such as productivity, entertainment, adventure, and more. The new web-based App Store also serves as a portal where you can search for apps, too. Read more of this story at Slashdot.01:18 amApple inadvertently leaked front-end source code of new App Store on the web
The web-based App Store browser Apple introduced Tuesday had some rookie mistakes in its implementation, which has led to the front-end source code getting published on GitHub.Apple's App Store viewed on the webThe App Store is only fully functional on an Apple device like your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, but there's always been a way to view apps in a web browser. Apple revamped that experience by introducing a full App Store browser on Tuesday, but it lacks the ability to sign in, make purchases, or view account info.According to a GitHub repository discovered by 9to5Mac, Apple left the website's sourcemaps enabled in the published version. It's a rookie mistake to leave them enabled, but it's also not harmful to Apple, developers, or users. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:06 amM5 Ultra Chip Coming to Mac Studio in 2026
Apple doesn't release an "Ultra" variant for every Apple silicon chip, but the company is planning to debut an M5 Ultra chip in 2026, reports Bloomberg. The M5 Ultra is slated for the Mac Studio, and it's also likely that Apple will use it in a Mac Pro update. There's no word on when the M5 Ultra might come out, but historically, Ultra chips have followed the Pro and Max chip variants. Apple already debuted the M5 chip in the MacBook Pro, but we'll be waiting until early 2026 for the M5 Pro and the M5 Max. The M5 Ultra will likely come after that, perhaps in June or even September 2026. Earlier this year, Apple decided to launch an updated Mac Studio with M4 Max and M3 Ultra chip options, making it clear there was no M4 Ultra. Ultra chips are two Max chips fused together with "UltraFusion" technology, but the M4 Max chip does not have the UltraFusion connector needed for an M4 Ultra chip. Apple also made it clear that it did not plan to create a high-end Ultra chip for every M-series generation. There are no other rumors of new features for the Mac Studio, so the M5 Ultra update might be focused on internal improvements. Apple is rumored to be developing a pair of new displays, and at least one of those could launch alongside the Mac Studio in 2026.Related Roundup: Mac StudioBuyer's Guide: Mac Studio (Neutral)Related Forum: Mac StudioThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:43 amiOS 26.2 Adds APIs for Texas App Store Parental Consent Law
Apple today detailed the tools it is providing developers for compliance with the App Store Accountability Act (SB 2420) that goes into effect in Texas in 2026. Starting on January 1, 2026, Apple users in Texas will need to confirm whether they are 18 years or older when creating an Apple account, and parents will need to provide consent for their children's App Store downloads and in-app transactions. Apple will share user age ranges for developers, and developers will need to have systems for notifying parents about significant app changes and allowing parents to revoke child access to an app at any time. To help developers meet these requirements, Apple is adding several new APIs in iOS 26.2, and sandbox testing is now available for them. Declared Age Range Declared Age Range provides an app with a user's age category rather than a specific age. Categories include under 13, 13-15, 16-17, and over 18. Apple says that the API will also provide developers with a signal from the user's device about the method of age assurance, such as a credit card or government ID. Significant Change The Significant Change API prompts parents or guardians to provide consent for a child or teen to continue using an app after a "significant change" is made. Apple says that developers will need to determine when there's a significant change in their apps to comply with the law. The API will prompt the child or teen to request parental consent, and developers can restrict app access until consent is given. Changing the age rating of an app is one example of a significant change that would require developers to re-obtain consent. Consent Revocation Texas parents and guardians can withdraw consent for any app, which blocks the launch of the app on a child or teen's device. Apple says that the App Store will provide a server notification that developers can configure to receive notifications that consent has been withdrawn from an app. More information about the changes can be found on Apple's developer site.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:13 amReview: Two Months With the AirPods Pro 3
It's been almost two months since Apple released the AirPods Pro 3, and MacRumors videographer Dan Barbera has been using them since they came out. He has some new thoughts to share on longer-term AirPods Pro 3 use, so check out our video if you're thinking of picking up a pair for the holidays. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. There have been recent reports from some people who are experiencing an ongoing static issue with the AirPods Pro 3, so that's something to be aware of. Apple does seem to be replacing affected units for customers who are bothered by the noise, which appears to be audible when ANC is active but no sound is playing. Other users have been hearing a high-pitched whine when on airplanes, which could be related to pressure. Not all AirPods Pro 3 units are experiencing the issue, but it sounds like Apple is looking into it. The AirPods Pro 3 offer excellent sound quality and noise cancellation capabilities, and for some people, the fit is much better than the AirPods Pro 2. Battery life has held up well in our testing, and the heart rate sensor offers readings almost identical to the Apple Watch. What do you think of the AirPods Pro 3 if you've been using them since launch? Let us know in the comments below.Related Roundup: AirPods Pro 3Buyer's Guide: AirPods Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:03 amApple accidentally leaks new web App Store front-end source code, ends up on GitHub
Just hours after Apple launched a revamped web interface for the App Store, a GitHub project was released with the site’s entire front-end source code. Here’s how that happened. more…Tuesday November 0411:52 pmIAD (Ashburn) on 2025-11-06
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 6, 08:00 - 13:00 UTCNov 4, 23:28 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAD (Ashburn) datacenter on 2025-11-06 between 08:00 and 13:00 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.11:50 pmApple Delays Home App Update Requirement Until February 2026
Apple will officially discontinue support for its original Home architecture (formerly HomeKit) on February 10, 2026. As MacRumors points out, Apple has informed users that they need to "update now to avoid interruptions." AppleInsider reports: The underlying HomeKit architecture was revamped in March 2023 alongside iOS 16.4, so Apple has been supporting both the new and old architecture for the last two years. There were initial problems with stability that may have discouraged some users from upgrading, but those problems have now been addressed. When Apple stops supporting the original HomeKit architecture, it will break support for the Home app on devices running older versions of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, macOS 13.1, tvOS 16.2, and watchOS 9.2 are the minimum versions of Apple's platforms that work with the updated Apple Home app, and older devices will lose access. The update includes support for features like guest access, support for robot vacuum cleaners, and Activity History. Apple says it also provides faster, more reliable performance, especially for smart homes with a lot of HomeKit and Matter accessories installed. Read more of this story at Slashdot.11:47 pmApple Card Now Offers 3% Daily Cash Back on Hertz Rental Cars
Apple Card purchases made in the Hertz app or through Hertz.com are now eligible for 3% Daily Cash back, according to an updated Apple Support document. The Daily Cash bonus is available when booking a rental car at U.S. Hertz corporate locations through the app or the website. Hertz is also offering Apple Card users free emergency roadside service, a discounted loss damage waiver ($16.95 per day), one free additional driver, and at least 5% off Pay Later base rates. To get these benefits, Apple Card holders will need to visit the Rewards and Offers Hub in the Wallet app. 3% Daily Cash back is not available through Hertz franchise locations, and other limitations are listed in the fine print on Apple's website. Hertz is one of several companies that Apple has partnered with to offer special cash back rates for Apple Card users when using Apple Pay and the Apple Card for a purchase. Other merchants that offer 3% Daily Cash back include Ace Hardware, Booking.com, ChargePoint, Duane Reade, Exxon and Mobil gas stations, Nike, Uber, Uber Eats, and Walgreens. Apple Card holders can also get 3% Daily Cash from Apple purchases. Apple Pay purchases earn Apple Card holders 2% cash back by default, with 1% cash back available for non-Apple Pay purchases.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:21 pmNomad Stand One Gets Qi2 Update With 25W iPhone Charging
Nomad today updated its popular Stand One and Stand One Max chargers to add Qi2 support. Qi2 allows compatible iPhones to charge at up to 25W, matching the 25W charging speed of Apple's newest MagSafe chargers. The $119 Stand One can charge an iPhone at up to 25W using the iPhone charging surface, and it can also charge the AirPods at the base of the device. It comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable, but you'll need to supply your own 40W+ power adapter. The $159 Stand One Max has a design similar to the Stand One, but it also includes an Apple Watch charging puck. It can charge an iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch at the same time. As with the Stand One, a USB-C cable is included, but a power adapter is not. Both chargers are available in either silver or carbide, and they support charging an iPhone in portrait or landscape orientation. In landscape mode, StandBy is supported. The Qi2 Stand One and Stand One Max are available from the Nomad website as of today.Tag: NomadThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:56 pmApple Pay Promo: Save $25 on Columbia Orders Over $150
Apple today launched a winter-themed Apple Pay promotion, offering users a $25 discount on a purchase of $150 or more from Columbia. If you spend $150+ on the Columbia website and then use Apple Pay when checking out, you can get $25 off your purchase. No promo code is required. Apple says that products from the Amaze Puff Collection and the ROC collection are excluded from the offer, but it is valid on other items from the website. The discount is not available at Columbia retail stores or outlet stores, and it cannot be combined with other offers. The Apple Pay promotion will be available until November 16, 2025.Tag: Apple Pay PromoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:52 pmMexico SMS Carrier Maintenance – AT&T
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 6, 22:00 PST - Nov 7, 04:00 PSTNov 4, 14:32 PSTScheduled - The AT&T network in Mexico is conducting an emergency maintenance from 06 November 2025 at 22:00 PST until 07 November 2025 at 04:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from AT&T Mexico handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.10:23 pmGermany SMS Carrier Maintenance – Vodafone
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 10, 15:00 - 20:00 PSTNov 4, 13:53 PSTScheduled - The Vodafone network in Germany is conducting a planned maintenance from 10 November 2025 at 15:00 PST until 10 November 2025 at 20:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Vodafone Germany handsets.10:14 pmPrice drop: Customize your Mac to the max with MacPilot
Save on a lifetime sub to MacPilot, awesome software that lets you easily customize your Mac with all sorts of advanced tweaks. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)10:05 pmWhatsApp debuts Apple Watch app with voice messages and more
WhatsApp, Meta Platforms Inc.'s widely used messaging app, has launched a dedicated Apple Watch application, enabling users to… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:39 pmEverything New in iOS 26.2 Beta 1
Just a day after launching iOS 26.1, Apple is ready to test the next update, iOS 26.2. iOS 26.2 brings AirPods Live Translation to the EU, introduces changes to Reminders, adds a Lock Screen Liquid Glass slider, and more. We've rounded up all of the new iOS 26.2 features that we've found so far. Lock Screen There is a Liquid Glass slider on the Lock Screen that lets you customize the appearance of the clock. When using the "Glass" option, you can use the slider to make the time look almost entirely clear, or give it a more frosted look. There continues to be a separate Solid toggle that turns off the Liquid Glass appearance for the clock entirely if you want to opt for a much more opaque design, and you can also still use the color options for the clock. Sleep Score With iOS 26.2 and watchOS 26.2, Apple has adjusted the ranges for the Sleep Score feature that it introduced earlier this year. The new Sleep Score numbers better match how people might be feeling after a night of sleep. These are the new scores: 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) The "Very High" rank used to be "Excellent," but Apple changed the name to be more in line with the other labels. Sleep Scores are available on all Apple Watch models compatible with watchOS 26.2 and can be found in the Health app on the iPhone. Apple designed Sleep Score to provide an overall sense of sleep patterns, so users can identify habits that might impact their sleep. Sleep Score takes into account sleep duration, bedtime, and interruptions to assign a nightly score that represents sleep quality. Duration is worth 50 points, bedtime is worth 30, and interruptions (times woken up in the night) are worth 20, for a total of 100 possible points each night. Passwords In the Settings section of the Passwords app, there's now an option to manage websites where passwords are not saved when signing in. AirPods Live Translation for EU iOS 26.2 expands AirPods Live Translation to the European Union. Apple had to delay the feature in the EU to complete the engineering work needed to comply with the requirements of the Digital Markets Act. AirPods Live Translation works with the AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods 4 with ANC. It is available in English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional Mandarin), Japanese, and Korean at the current time. Freeform The Freeform app now supports Tables. Reminders In the Reminders app, there's a new option to have an alarm go off when a reminder is due. Setting up an alarm can be done by toggling on the "Urgent" option when creating a reminder. When a Reminder alarm activates, it displays a snooze option or a slide to stop option. If you snooze it, it will show a countdown on the Lock Screen that includes an option to complete the reminder or reschedule it. Apple distinguishes Reminders alarms from standard alarms with a new blue color. Podcasts The Podcasts app adds support for three new features, including automatically created chapters, options to see mentions of other podcasts from the transcript and the player, and access to links mentioned in a podcast on the episode page. AirDrop Though not live, iOS 26.2 includes multiple references to a new AirDrop feature. It will allow two people to send a PIN to one another, and the special code will enable AirDrop for the next 30 days. AirDrop is limited to 10 minutes for people who are not in your contacts, so this setting could extend that period. Weather There is also code suggesting that the Weather app now supports relative time for alerts like "next Friday," or "next Tuesday" in reference to upcoming rain or weather conditions. Apple News Apple updated the design of Apple News, adding quick access top buttons for categories like sports, puzzles, politics, business, and food. There's also a dedicated tab for Following, which has been decoupled from the search interface. Flash for Alerts The Flash for Alerts option in the Accessibility section of the Settings app now allows users to have the screen flash. Previously, this setting was limited to the LED on the back of the iPhone. Users can swap to the screen flash or have both flash at the same time when notifications come in. Enhanced Safety Alerts In the Notifications section of the Settings app, there's an Enhanced Safety Alerts section for managing earthquake alerts, imminent threat alerts, and activating improved alert delivery, a feature that uses location to improve the reliability of alerts. Download iOS 26.2 iOS 26.2 is available for developers right now, but a public beta is likely coming later this week. You can sign up for public beta testing by visiting Apple's beta website. Compatibility iOS 26.2 is available on all iPhones that support iOS 26. Release Date We're expecting Apple to release iOS 26.2 in December, sometime between December 9 and December 16.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:32 pmApple Card adds Hertz as a new 3% Daily Cash partner, plus more perks
Apple Card has a new perk for cardholders. Apple announced today that Apple Card now offers 3% Daily Cash back for car rentals with Hertz. In addition to that boosted Daily Cash, you’ll also get lower rates, free emergency service, and more. more…09:32 pmiOS 26.2 adds enhanced alerts for earthquakes and imminent threats, and a new tone
Apple is working to introduce a new Enhanced Safety Alerts setting on iOS 26.2. Here are the details. more…09:08 pmiOS 26.2 gives Freeform app brand new tables feature
iOS 26.2 beta 1 arrived earlier today, and it gives Apple’s Freeform app support for tables for the first time. more…09:01 pmApple Watch Activity badges: Veteran’s Day challenge on November 11
Macworld Achievement badges are a funny thing. You know they’re just a simple little bit of visual flair, they don’t even do anything, and yet for some reason you just have to collect them. Gamification can be a great motivator, and the achievement badges for the activity tracking on the Apple Watch have inspired many users to get more exercise. If you want to maximize your badge count, you’re going to want to chase down as many activity achievements as you can. Most are available year-round, but there are also some time-limited special events to grab, too. Here’s a list of all the activity achievements for the Apple Watch and how to unlock them. Updated November 4, 2025: On Veteran’s Day (November 11) you can earn a badge by doing any workout for 11 minutes or more. Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm) Read our review Price When Reviewed: $399 Best Prices Today: $292 at Walmart | $329 at Amazon | $329 at Best Buy Standard achievements Most of the achievements can be earned year-round. If you open the Activity app on your iPhone, then head over to the Achievements tab, you’ll see some of them listed even before you earn them (in which case they will be represented by a grey outline). However, there are some achievements that are not shown until you earn them. Past and future monthly challenges, for example, won’t show up, nor do all the various individual exercise workouts. Here is a list of all the standard badges you can get. First [exercise] Workout The first time you perform a new exercise for at least 5 minutes, you’ll get a achievement badge. Every workout type that does not fall under the “Other” category is eligible for this badge: from walking to yoga to HIIT to hiking and more. Activities with both indoor and outdoor variants, like Cycling and Walking, are bundled together; you can do either activity to get the badge, and can only get it once. [exercise] Workout Record Every time you beat your previous best record for calories burned in any of the exercises listed above, you get this badge. There is one caveat: You must complete five workouts of that type first. If you want to game the system, make sure your first four workouts of each type are short and easy, so it won’t take much effort to beat them. You get a badge the first time you do each major exercise type, and when you break a record. 7-Workout Week Simply complete any workout of at least 15 minutes every day of the week. Note that the week is Monday-Sunday, and you have to do a workout on each of those days (you can’t simply do any seven days in a row). If you start a walking workout whenever you walk outside, you can achieve this easily. New Move Record Any day that your Move ring goes further than ever before (meaning you burned more calories in a day), you’ll earn this award. There’s one catch: you have to use your Apple Watch for 10 days before you can complete this. New Exercise Record This is just like the Move Record achievement, only for the green ring. This one is based on minutes of exercise, not calories burned, so it’s really easy to get. Just like the Move Record achievement, you have to use your Apple Watch for 10 days first. Move Goal 200%, 300%, 400% You earn this when you exceed your calorie target (the red Move ring) by 2x, 3x, or 4x, respectively. In other words, it’s given for making the red activity ring go around two, three, or four times in a day. It’s easy to get if you just set your Move goal very low. Double, triple, and quadruple your Move ring goal. Reduce your goal if you’re having trouble. New Move Goal Every time you change your daily Move goal, and then exceed that new goal, you get this achievement. You can change your Move goal by opening the Activity app on your Apple Watch and force-pressing the screen. Longest Move Streak When you hit your Move goal (close the red ring) several days in a row, that’s a “streak.” You get this award when your streak finally ends, if it’s longer than your previous best streak. Perfect Week This is given out for four categories: Move, Exercise, Stand, and All Activity. For the first three, simply close the rings (red, green, or blue) every day of the week. To get the Perfect Week (All Activity) badge, close all three rings every day for an entire week. You can earn this multiple times, though it only shows one badge. Remember, one week in the Activity app is from Monday-Sunday! Close those rings every day from Monday to Sunday to earn a handful of badges. Perfect Month Unlike Perfect Week, there are not multiple different Perfect Month badges for the different color rings. The lone Perfect Month achievement is for closing the red Move ring every day of the month. There’s a separate Perfect Month badge for every month and every year, though. So you can earn this in February and again in March, and again in February in the next year. Monthly Challenge Each month has its own unique fitness challenge. If you have notifications set for the Activity app on our Apple Watch, you’ll see the goal presented at the beginning of the month, but you’ll also see the current month’s challenge in the Achievements tab of the Activity app on your iPhone. It will be a grey outline before it’s completed, but you can tap on it to see what the challenge entails. The monthly challenge may task you with burning a specific number of calories, working out a number of times, or traveling a certain distance. There’s no telling what each new month will bring, you just have to look! There’s a different challenge every month, so check your Activity app. 100, 365, 500, 1,000 Move Goals When you hit your daily Move goal (close the red ring) 100 times, you get an achievement badge. You get another for hitting it 365 times, 500 times, and 1,000 times. These do not need to be in a row; it’s just the total number of times you’ve ever hit the goal. Close the Move ring often to unlock a series of badges. Set the Move goal low if you want to make it easier. Apple Watch Ultra 2 Read our review Price When Reviewed: $799 (base) Best Prices Today: $699.99 at Amazon | $799 at Apple | $799 at Walmart Limited Achievements Apple offers multiple one-off challenges per year that are only available for a limited time. Often, they’re only around for one day or one weekend. Some are limited to the U.S. because they’re based on U.S. holidays. You’ll get a notification on your Apple Watch when one of them is coming up (make sure you have notifications enabled for the Activity app, using the Watch app on your iPhone). Veteran’s Day (November 11, 2025) Foundry Earn this award on November 11 by doing any workout for 11 minutes or more. Record your time with the Workout app or any app that adds workouts to Health. World Mental Health Day Challenge (October 10, 2025) Foundry Record 10 minutes of mindfulness or meditation with any app that adds mindful minutes to Health to get this award. National Parks Challenge (August 24, 2025) Foundry The anniversary of the founding of the U.S. National Parks is on August 25. Every year, Apple celebrates this is a global National Parks badge (on the 24th this year, since the 25th is a Monday). Just do a workout of 20 minutes or more on August 24 with any app that records workouts the the Health app to earn this badge. Global Running Day (June 4, 2025) Apple Apple’s description says: “Let’s run this one together. On June 4, record a running workout and go at least 5K (3.1 mi) to earn this special badge. Record it with any app that adds workouts to Health.” Global Close Your Rings Day (April 24, 2025) Apple To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the release of the first Apple Watch. Users who close all three Activity rings will earn a limited-edition award, plus 10 animated stickers and an animated badge for Messages. Earth Day (April 22, 2025) Apple On April 22, celebrate Earth Day and win this award with any workout of 30 minutes or more. Try to get outside for it! Heart Month challenge (February 14, 2025) Apple Show your heart some love! Close your Exercise ring this Valentine’s Day, February 14, to earn this award. New Year’s 2025 challenge (January 2025) Apple Let’s start 2025 off right. Earn this award by closing all three rings for seven days in a row in January.09:01 pmApple and Amazon seek $2 million from law firm over alleged misconduct
In the time it'll take you to read this article, Apple will make $2 million in revenue. Still, it's the principle that counts. Apple and… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:59 pmNew in iOS 26.2: Liquid Glass, News, Podcasts, and Sleep Score changes
The first developer beta of iOS 26.2 is finally here with Liquid Glass customization options and improvements for built-in apps. Here's what's new.iOS 26.2 developer beta 1 features new customization options and UI enhancements.On Tuesday, following the public release of iOS 26.1, Apple rolled out iOS 26.2 developer beta 1. The iOS software update bears the build number 23C5027f, as does its iPadOS counterpart.As a whole, iOS 26 introduced a variety of enhancements, including Apple's controversial "Liquid Glass" design language. The following update, iOS 26.1, brought additional customization options for Liquid Glass, as well as new toggles. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:42 pmiOS 26.2 could add 30-day AirDrop pairing option between devices
Apple is working on a new feature that will allow users to keep AirDrop pairing active between devices for up to 30 days. Here are the details. more…08:40 pmNew airline adds support for iOS 26 boarding passes in Wallet
As part of iOS 26, Apple launched a redesigned boarding pass experience for flights in the Wallet app. The new design features Live Activities, quicker access to key flight details, and more. Last month, United became the first US airline to roll out support for the new set of Wallet features. Air Canada also recently launched support for the features. Now, Delta is following suit … more…08:40 pmDelta Now Offers iOS 26's Upgraded Boarding Passes in Apple Wallet
Delta recently added support for iOS 26's upgraded boarding pass experience in the Apple Wallet app, according to MacRumors reader Aaron Binner. It is not entirely clear if Delta support was added in the iOS 26.2 beta, which was released earlier today, or if this is a server-side change. The upgraded boarding passes have an option to turn on Live Activities, allowing you to keep track of your flight at a glance on your iPhone's Lock Screen, and in the Dynamic Island. You can also share the Live Activities widget with others. In addition, new shortcuts provide one-tap access to Apple Maps for airport directions, and to the Find My app for baggage tracking. Finally, the Wallet app automatically updates flight details, such as the gate and departure time. United has offered the upgraded boarding passes for at least a month. In June, Apple said eight other airlines would eventually offer them, including Air Canada, American Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest, Lufthansa, Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tag: Apple WalletRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:27 pmiOS 26.2 Adds Three New Features to Podcasts App
With iOS 26.2, Apple is updating the Podcasts app to add a trio of new features and updated tools for podcast creators. All English podcast shows will now get automatically created chapters, which makes it easier to navigate through them. Apple says that automatic chapters will also make it simpler for users to understand an episode's structure and return to specific sections that interest them. Apple will use podcast chapters submitted by creators if they're available, but if not, Apple Podcasts will generate them by default. Podcast creators can turn off the setting in Apple Podcasts Connect. When a podcast episode mentions another podcast, there will be an option to view the mention in the podcast player and the transcript, making it easier to find recommendations. Podcast pages will also show links shared in a podcast on the episode page. On the creator side, podcasters can offer links to Apple Music, Apple News, Apple Podcasts, Apple TV, and more. Links that are timestamped and included in show notes or through an RSS feed will appear in line with the transcript and the player while the link is being discussed. Apple says that links may also be automatically created for any podcast that's mentioned. iOS 26.2 is limited to developers right now, but Apple will likely provide a public beta later this week. iOS 26.2 will launch in December.Tag: Apple PodcastsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:25 pmiOS 26.2 beta brings changes to Sleep Score, Apple News, and more
Macworld A day after the wide release of iOS 26.1, Apple released the first beta of iOS 26.2. This release is again expected to focus primarily on polish, tweaking, while adding quality-of-life enhancements rather than any big new features. iOS 26.2: What’s new We will continually update this list as the beta progresses and more changes are added and discovered by the community. Updated Sleep Score ranges: Apple has adjusted what the various Sleep Score ranges mean, making it require higher scores for the better descriptions. For example, “High” used to be a score of 70-89, and is now 81-95. Lock Screen Liquid Glass slider: The clock control for the Lock Screen how has a slider to adjust how transparent/glassy the time readout should be. This replaces the old “clear or tinted” toggle. Apple News design: The design of Apple News has been tweaked, with four quick-select categories at the top. These appear to be based on your previous activity. Podcasts improvements: The Podcasts app gets auto-generated chapters along with the ability to more easily follow mentioned podcasts or follow up on links mentioned in a podcast episode. Set Alarms and Timers for Reminders: If you set a reminder as “urgent” you will be asked if you wish to create and alarm or timer for it. Freeform app: You can now insert tables into your boards. iOS 26.2: How to install If you want to test the iOS 26 beta releases but are not a registered developer, follow these steps: Click Sign Up on the Apple Beta page and register with your Apple ID. Log in to the Beta Software Program. Click Enroll your iOS device. Open the Settings app, tap General, then Software Update. In the Beta Updates section, select the iOS Public Beta. It may take a few moments after registering for the beta option to appear in Software Update. iOS 26.2: How to install the developer beta You’ll need to be registered as an Apple developer, but a free developer account will do. You can get one via Xcode or the Apple Developer app in iOS. Here’s how to do it via the Apple Developer app: Download the Apple Developer App from the App Store. Open the app. Tap on Account. Sign in using your usual Apple ID. Find out everything you need to know about iOS 26 in our iOS 26 superguide.08:22 pmJawohl! Full Live Translation with AirPods coming to EU.
Apple’s Live Translation feature that lets AirPods translate speech will reportedly soon be available for EU residents to use anywhere. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:11 pmReport: Low-cost MacBook will arrive in ‘the first half of next year’
Macworld Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple is planning to release a low-cost MacBook for “luring away customers from Chromebooks and entry-level Windows PCs” during the first half of 2026. The unnamed laptop is actively being tested at Apple, and overseas production has reportedly begun. Apple has been rumored to be working on a cheap MacBook that is lower in price than the $999 M4 MacBook Air. Apple has never really competed in the “cheap” laptop market, instead promoting iPads or older models as affordable options. For example, Apple struck a deal with Walmart in 2024 to sell the M1 MacBook Air for $699, and the price has subsequently been cut to $649 and now $599. However, that model, which was originally released in November 2020 and has just 8GB of RAM, doesn’t run Apple Intelligence, and isn’t promoted by Apple. This new cheap MacBook will reportedly be powered by an A-series iPhone chip instead of an M-series Mac chip. Early reports stated that the chip would be an A18 Pro, but Apple has since released the A19 Pro in the iPhone 17 Pro. Gurman’s report does not state which A-series chip is being used. Apple’s M-series chips are based on the A-series, but they are bigger and faster, which means they run at higher temperatures than the A-series chips are designed for mobile use. However, as Gurman points out, whichever chip is used in the new MacBook will perform better than the M1. Gurman also states that the new MacBook will have “less advanced” components compared to those in the current MacBook lineup, and the display will be a low-end LCD that’s “slightly smaller” than the 13.6-inch MacBook Air. He also says the new machine will have “an entirely new design.” It has been reported that Apple has a goal of increasing its Mac sales. In its recent Q4 2025 financial report, Apple announced a big quarter for the Mac with a double-digit increase in year-over-year sales. The introduction of this new, cheap MacBook would be Apple’s first entry in the low-cost market. The customer for this laptop would be a general-purpose user whose primary tasks involve productivity apps, internet access, and basic content creation.08:07 pmEverything new in iOS 26.2 beta 1
iOS 26.2 beta 1 is here. The pre-release iPhone software update includes a surprising amount of changes and refinements. Here’s everything new: more…08:06 pmiOS 26.2 Lock Screen Gets Liquid Glass Slider
In iOS 26.2, there's a new Liquid Glass slider that lets you customize the appearance of the clock. When you select the "Glass" option, you can use the new slider to make the time look almost entirely clear, or give it a more frosted, solid look. There continues to be a separate Solid toggle that turns off the Liquid Glass appearance for the clock entirely if you want to opt for a much more opaque design. Apple has been adding Liquid Glass customization options, most recently introducing a "Tinted" toggle in iOS 26.1 that makes notifications and in-app buttons much more opaque for those who don't care for the Liquid Glass transparency. Many iPhone users have been asking for a Liquid Glass slider to customize the intensity of Liquid Glass throughout iOS 26, but it's not clear if Apple plans to expand the slider beyond the Lock Screen. Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:01 pmApple TV lands international thriller ‘Safe Houses’ from Emmy Award-winning showrunner Gideon Raff | Mac Daily NewsApple TV lands international thriller ‘Safe Houses’ from Emmy Award-winning showrunner Gideon Raff
On Tuesday, Apple TV announced it has landed “Safe Houses,” a thrilling new eight-episode series that will be showrun and executive produced… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:59 pmAirPods Live Translation is coming to the EU soon after regulatory delays
Apple plans to bring Live Translation to AirPods users in the European Union by the end of 2025 after earlier delays tied to the Digital Markets Act.Live Translation supports many European languages — just not for European users yet.| image credit: AppleApple is preparing to roll out Live Translation on AirPods to users in the European Union before the end of 2025, as learned by Germany-based Apple Blog Macerkopf. The release will likely be a part of the iOS 26.2 update, which is expected to release in mid-December. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:54 pmiOS 26.2 will let you set alarms and timers for reminders
Apple rolled out iOS 26.2 beta 1 for developers today and introduced the ability to set alarms and timers directly from the Reminders app. Here’s how it’s going to work. more…07:54 pmVeterans Day Apple Watch Activity Challenge Launching November 11
Apple is planning an Apple Watch Activity Challenge for Veterans Day, which takes place next Tuesday in the United States. Apple Watch owners are tasked with doing any workout for 11 minutes or more on November 11. Apple Watch owners who complete the challenge will win an Apple Watch activity award in the Fitness app. Earn this award on November 11 by doing any workout for 11 minutes or more. Record your time with the Workout app or any app that adds workouts to Health.Like all of Apple's Activity Challenges, the Veterans Day challenge will reward users with animated stickers that can be used in the Messages app. Apple does a Veterans Day Activity Challenge on an annual basis, and the company also often provides Veterans Day-themed content in the App Store, Apple TV app, Books app, and more. This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:53 pmNext Apple Watch Challenge set for Veterans Day on November 11
The next Apple Watch fitness challenge is set for Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11th, 2025. Apple Watch Challenges increase awareness about fitness features and healthy habits while observing holidays and other notable occasions. more…07:39 pmiOS 26.2 Adds Alarms for Reminders
In iOS 26.2, there's a new option to set an alarm to go off when creating a reminder in the 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. Alarms that you set in the Clock app can also be integrated into the Reminders app by allowing the app to access Alarms in the Settings app. When a Reminder alarm activates, it displays a snooze option or a slide to stop option. If you snooze it, it will show a countdown on the Lock Screen that includes an option to complete the reminder or reschedule it. Tapping to complete the reminder opens up the Reminders app where you need to tap again. In the Reminders section of the Settings app, you can also opt to remove the snooze option and replace it with a Complete button to immediately mark it as complete. Apple distinguishes Reminders alarms from standard alarms with a new blue color.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:39 pmFirst iOS 26.2 beta hints at new AirDrop feature for secure sharing
Macworld Just one day after releasing iOS 26.1 to the public, Apple has made the first beta of iOS 26.2 available to developers. While it’s too early to know everything that will be coming in the update, we already have a clue about something Apple has been working on: making AirDrop more secure and private. Based on code discoveries, Macworld has learned that Apple is developing a new option that will presumably allow users to set a PIN code for AirDrop, so that other people will need this PIN before sending files via AirDrop. References to the ‘‘AirDropPINPairing’ feature were found in iOS 26.2 beta 1, but interestingly, this is not the first time we have found a reference hinting at updates to AirDrop. With iOS 26.1, Macworld found a mention of another feature called “AirDropPrivacyImprovements” being implemented by Apple. This could work similarly to Bluetooth pairing or AirPlay authentication, where the receiving device shows a short numeric code that the sender must confirm before a connection is established. The change would make AirDrop safer in public places, preventing unwanted or mistaken file transfers, an issue Apple has been slowly addressing in recent years. Currently, AirDrop lets users choose between three options: “Contacts Only,” “Everyone for 10 Minutes,” or “Receiving Off.” The new PIN pairing system could add an extra authentication option as part of Apple’s ongoing privacy initiatives. It’s not yet clear when or if AirDrop PIN Pairing will be officially introduced. The feature we found hidden in the code can’t be enabled in beta 1. Apple sometimes tests features internally for several beta cycles before making them available to the public. We’ll continue to keep an eye on upcoming betas to see how Apple develops this new AirDrop security mechanism. For now, iOS 26.2 beta remains available exclusively to developers, with a public beta likely to arrive later this week. There’s no word on when the update will be released to the public, but presumably it will land sometime in December.07:33 pmiOS 26.2 Expands Live Translation on AirPods to EU
The upcoming iOS 26.2 update for iPhone makes the Live Translation feature on select AirPods available in the EU, according to Apple. The news was also reported by various publications, including the German blog Macerkopf. 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 now, as Apple said it needed additional time to ensure compliance with the EU's Digital Markets Act. iOS 26: Use Live Translation With AirPods The feature can be used in the EU starting with the first iOS 26.2 beta, which was seeded to developers earlier today. A public beta of iOS 26.2 will soon follow, and Apple said the update will be released to all users in December. 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: AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3, iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tag: Apple TranslateBuyer's Guide: AirPods (Neutral), AirPods Pro (Buy Now)Related Forums: AirPods, iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:23 pmM5 Mac Mini, Mac Studio updates expected in early 2026
Desktop Mac users will have to wait until 2026 for updates, with M5 versions of the Mac mini and Mac Studio still rumored to be months away from release.Mac StudioApple's initial rollout of the M5 Apple Silicon lineup has started, but so far it has only reached one model of Mac. For Apple's desktop Mac selection, there will be a few months to wait before seeing any other model refreshes.In Tuesday's report about the low-cost MacBook rumor, Mark Gurman for Bloomberg writes that there will be multiple models arriving in early 2026. That roadmap includes a refresh of the Mac mini line to include M5 and M5 Pro variants. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:22 pmiOS 26.2 adds Liquid Glass slider to customize your Lock Screen
iOS 26.2 beta 1 is now available for developers, and it adds a new Liquid Glass slider for customizing the time on your iPhone’s Lock Screen. Here’s how it works. more…07:15 pm9to5Mac Daily: November 4, 2025 – iOS 26.1 now available
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…07:04 pmiOS authentication Cookie vs JWT
I’m currently developing an app which needs authentication. I think I’m going to use cookie authentication because i don’t want the overhead of oAuth2.0 (mostly on the backend side). Is cookie auth a viable option? What are you using in your app? And why did you choose jwt or cookies? submitted by /u/Routine_Cake_998 […]07:02 pmApple pushes Home app update requirement to February 2026
Apple plans to end support for the previous version of Apple Home on February 10, 2026, according to an updated support document published… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:01 pmAirPods Live Translation feature coming to the EU next month
After being delayed due to the regulatory uncertainty of rules surrounding the Digital Market Act, Apple has now confirmed that the flashy Live Translation feature for AirPods Pro and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation will be available in the European Union from next month. The feature requires compatible AirPods paired to an iPhone capable of running Apple Intelligence, that is iPhone 15 Pro or newer. It will presumably debut in the EU as part of the iOS 26.2 update, which hit the developer beta channels today. more…Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
No feed items found.