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- 01:21 pmWhy Apple's Foldable iPhone May Be Smaller Than Expected
Apple's first foldable iPhone, rumored for release next year, may turn out to be smaller than most people imagine, if a recent report is anything to go by. According to The Information, the outer display on the book-style device will measure just 5.3 inches – that's smaller than the 5.4-inch screen on the iPhone mini, a line Apple discontinued in 2022 due to poor sales. The report has led some people to wonder why Apple would settle on such a compact form factor. Using The Information's reported dimensions, content creator Ben Gaskin has shared some images and video of a printed version of the device (embedded below) that help envision what it could look and feel like in the hand, and also hint at Apple's design strategy – suggesting it is related to an unavoidable trade-off between the outer and inner displays of a book-style foldable. A taller, phone-like outer screen generally leads to a more square inner panel once unfolded, which can be awkward for many types of content, like videos and two open windows in Split View. Conversely, a more rectangular inner display that better supports multi-window use inevitably forces the outer display to become wider or smaller, making it less comfortable to hold and less conventional in use. Printed a passport-style foldable phone to see how comfortable this form factor is in real life.5.3-inch cover display7.7-inch main display pic.twitter.com/5ae58Bc2Cq— Ben Geskin (@BenGeskin) December 18, 2025 Reports suggesting Apple has opted for a roughly 4:3 aspect ratio on the inner display strongly suggest Apple is favoring the latter approach. A 4:3 inner display would allow Apple to more easily transfer established multitasking features from iPadOS, such as Split View, into a foldable form. Here the unfolded state becomes the main mode of use, prioritizing a lightweight, ultra-portable iPad experience over a stretched-out smartphone. That said, the iPhone Fold in its closed state is likely to feel more like a smaller everyday phone than other foldables on the market. Compare the rumored 5.3-inch outer screen size with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, which has a 6.5-inch front display, or the Google Pixel Pro Fold, whose cover screen comes in at 6.3 inches. Indeed, the iPhone Fold's front display would be smaller than almost all current major foldables, suggesting Apple is deliberately diverging from the "outer screen as primary phone" philosophy. When choosing size, Apple will of course have a very deliberate product strategy in mind. While Samsung and Google largely treat the cover display on their foldables as a full-time smartphone screen, Apple may see the device's folded state as a secondary experience, suited to notifications, quick replies, and other glanceable interactions, while reserving the main experience for when the device is unfolded. Comparison with the iPhone 17 Pro Max pic.twitter.com/MpJ80AwHXw— Ben Geskin (@BenGeskin) December 18, 2025 However, software too has its limits. If users expect to browse, type extensively, or use third-party apps in the folded state, no amount of interface refinement will fully overcome a physically smaller canvas. That's what makes the comparison to the iPhone mini so notable – especially for a device expected to command a price premium of anywhere between $2,000 and $2,500, which would make it Apple's most expensive ever iPhone. Ultimately, the rumored dimensions suggest Apple is betting on the value of the unfolded experience rather than the comfort of the folded one. The company seems willing to accept a smaller, less conventional outer display if it ensures the inner display can shine at the system and app level. If users come to think of the device not as a larger iPhone, but as an iPad that happens to fold into a pocket, the design trade-offs start to look far more intentional, and far more Apple-like. 16:9 video playback on 7.7-inch display vs. 6.9-inch iPhone 17 Pro Max display (image credit: @BenGeskin). What do you think of the alleged dimensions of Apple's rumored foldable iPhone? Let us know in the comments. The "iPhone Fold," which some are calling it, is expected to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models in September 2026.Tag: Foldable iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:16 pmMalware bypassed macOS Gatekeeper by abusing Apple's notarization proccess
A new variant of the MacSync Stealer uses a code-signed Swift application to get around Apple's macOS Gatekeeper protections.The malware gets around Gatekeeper by being a notarized appGatekeeper on macOS does a pretty good job at fending off malware and other harmful software that could steal a user's data. While attackers come up with various techniques to trick the user into bypassing Gatekeeper, a new delivery method simplifies the attack process considerably.Researchers at Jamf Threat Labs posted about a new variant of MacSync Stealer on Tuesday that uses a different method to attack macOS. A method that manages to take advantage of the notarization system Apple employs. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:30 pmFree two-hour delivery from Apple Stores now available for a limited time
From December 22 through to noon on December 24, 2025, Apple is offering free two-hour delivery from its retail stores for qualifying devices, and in certain areas.Apple is offering free delivery for the holidays, on certain items and in certain locations — image credit: AppleAs it has in previous years, Apple is dropping its usual $9 fee for two-hour delivery. It's specifically for the remaining time until noon on Christmas Eve, and keeps the same conditions as this fast delivery usually have.That means that the items bought must be in stock. The Apple Store must be in a city, although Apple only says that stores in "most metros" are taking part. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:24 pmPirate group says it has scraped almost the whole of Spotify
Pirate site Anna’s Archive, which describes itself as “the largest truly open library in human history,” says that it has scraped 99.6% of all the music people listen to from Spotify. It says the total data downloaded is a little under 300TB in size and that it will be making this available for torrenting … more…12:17 pmCommand CodeSign failed with a nonzero exit code – Help!
Every time I try to "Build" my app all the code goes through smoothly until I get to this error that completley stops it. Ive tried searching for a solution but I havent had luck/havent done it well? Can anyone help please? Id really appreciate it. Full error code: CodeSign /Users/[REDACTED]/Desktop/Github/Sleepfy/build/Debug-iphoneos/Sleepfy.app (in target 'Sleepfy' from […]12:15 pmWhy my favorite iPhone apps of 2025 belong on your Home Screen too
Macworld 2025 has been a pretty momentous year in terms of the apps I used on my iPhone. Whether it was a new discovery that changed the way I work, or an old favorite that kept delivering, iOS apps helped improve my life in multiple ways. Hopefully, you experienced something similar. Here, I highlight those apps and explain why I’ve chosen them as my top picks over the last 12 months. Perhaps they could help you in similar ways throughout 2026. AI: ChatGPT Artificial intelligence (AI) has changed the world in unbelievable ways, with ChatGPT undoubtedly leading the charge. While Apple Intelligence struggled and floundered, OpenAI’s model went from strength to strength, and its ChatGPT iOS app showed how an AI app should work on iOS. I’ve found that ChatGPT is most valuable when it’s used in a targeted way or when you’re looking for a specific solution. Asking it vague, general questions is fine, but not where its real strength lies. No, ChatGPT was incredibly valuable to me in 2025 when I used it to find information that traditional methods just couldn’t locate. Using ChatGPT to resolve an Excel formula.Foundry For example, ChatGPT came in clutch time and time again with Microsoft Excel, of all things. I use Excel most days, and I often want to achieve a specific outcome using a formula, without knowing how to structure the actual formula that I need. But if I try to find the answer using Google, I get nowhere; the search engine is absolutely useless at understanding what I want. Ask ChatGPT, though, and it instantly has the correct answer drawn up in seconds. Better yet, I can ask it to adjust the formula, and it’ll tweak its solution, ready to go. It’s a glaring example of the deficiencies of modern search engines compared to AI. ChatGPT has helped me in countless other ways, big and small, where I’ve been left frustrated after searching forums or trying Google. If these methods get you nowhere, give ChatGPT a try. Just be sure to double-check the solution somewhere else, as OpenAI’s chatbot is still capable of the odd hallucination. Reading: Matter The most frequent way I use my iPhone is to read online content. Sometimes that means ceaselessly scrolling Reddit, while other times it means saving articles for later. Pocket used to be my read-it-later app of choice, but when Mozilla shut it down, I went searching for alternatives. The app I settled on was Matter. Like Pocket, Matter makes it incredibly easy to save articles from around the web thanks to its share sheet integration, web browser extension, and more. It’s even set up to import your saves from other like-minded apps in just a few taps, which made switching from Pocket utterly effortless. Matter for iPhoneFoundry It’s stuffed with handy extras, like a tool that will transcribe your podcasts so you can read along (with a built-in AirPods gesture for highlighting paragraphs), or a discovery feed of fresh articles you might like. It looks great and is plenty customizable, and it can speak your articles aloud in a convincingly natural AI voice if you don’t fancy reading. It’s ramped up my learning this year and has filled a Pocket-shaped hole in my digital life. Meditation: Down Dog Self-improvement and self-understanding are trending ideas these days, but you don’t have to go looking for some modish fad to improve your life–try out the ancient practice of meditation instead. It can leave you feeling calmer and with a better knowledge of yourself and your foibles, and there’s no better app I’ve found to help you do that than Down Dog’s Meditation. Down Dog for iPhoneFoundry While many alternatives offer you a pre-made meditation curriculum that you must follow to the letter, Down Dog takes the opposite approach by making almost everything customizable. You can change the meditation topic, the background music, the session’s theme, whether it’s guided or not–if it is, you can change the voice of the person leading the practice. Better yet, all the voices are recorded by real people without a trace of AI. Its wide range of adjustments means I can fine-tune each meditation session to my liking. However, I’m feeling on any given day, I know I’ll get something valuable out of the app because it adapts to me, not the other way around. Calendar: Fantastical Apple’s Calendar was my planning app of choice for years, although it was largely an unthinking choice. It was just there, ready to go. When I did start thinking about it, I realized I could do so much better. Enter Fantastical. Long a favorite of Apple fans, this app adds a wealth of features that Apple’s default app lacks, from a variety of views and customization options to natural language input and quick weather indicators for each day. You can set your day-to-day availability and let people make appointments with you, too. Fantasical for iPhoneFoundry I’m someone who regularly switches between the Apple ecosystem and my Windows PC, so Apple’s Calendar was never the ideal app for me because it doesn’t exist on Microsoft’s operating system. Fantastical, though, has a Windows app, letting me finally make the switch on all my devices. It’s never been easier for me to organize my day and stay on top of my schedule. Podcasts: Overcast I listen to a lot of podcasts, so it’s important that the app I use is up to scratch. The choice I’ve settled on is Overcast, and it ticks all the boxes for the kind of platform I’m after. Overcast for iPhoneFoundry Spend a little time with it, and it becomes obvious that this is an app made by someone who cares about podcasts. There’s a huge array of clever little touches and adjustable features that can make the app your own: you can change how far the back and forward buttons skip, for example, or enable the Smart Speed feature to cut down on silent moments without impacting sound quality. It’s all wrapped up in a clean, intuitive interface that’s easy on the eye (in both light and dark modes) and features many changeable options and elements. That makes it enjoyable to use and simple for anyone to pick up. Travel: Hopper There’s nothing quite like booking a vacation abroad to give you something to look forward to, but actually making it happen can be an exercise in frustration. That’s why I started using Hopper, and it’s helped make the process a whole lot smoother. Hopper can do a lot of things: offer up deals on hotels, for example, or give you a place to find a rental car. That’s all well and good, but it truly comes into its own when it comes to booking a flight. This is the app’s feature that I used the most. Hopper for iPhoneFoundry Search for a flight and Hopper presents a color-coded calendar showing the best (that is, cheapest) days on which to book a flight. This is often the difference between getting a bargain and spending a few hundred more dollars than you need to. Hopper combines this with price predictions, so if now’s not the right time to pull the trigger, it’ll let you know. If you’re not quite ready to book, you can also pay a little to freeze the price and protect against it rising–I never needed that feature, but it’s nice to know it’s there. Now, I never check flight prices without going through Hopper first. It’s a handy weapon in your arsenal if you love traveling and hate overpaying. Sports organization: Spond I’m a soccer fanatic: I love watching it, but most of all I love playing it. But trying to get everyone organized before practice or a game sucks when you’re trying to do it over Messages or email. Instead, I ditched those methods and switched to the Spond app this year, and it’s made a world of difference. This app is all about helping people manage sports groups and ensuring everyone shows up week after week. Club members can say whether they’ll be playing each match and pay their subs through their phone, while organizers can set the location and remind people to respond if they haven’t already. There’s handy contextual information, too, like directions to the pitch and a weather forecast for kick-off time. Spond for iPhoneFoundry Now, I don’t worry about haphazard communication and chaotic game days. Instead, I just handle everything in one place on my iPhone. I can’t say it’s made me play any better, but I’m working on that.12:02 pmLooking for Chilean & Mexican Spanish feedback on iOS app localization
Hi everyone, I’m responsible for marketing an iOS app in Chile and Mexico, and I want to make sure our Spanish localization sounds natural and high quality for native users. I recently hired a freelancer on Fiverr to localize several app screens. After checking with AI, the results seem good — but I’d really value […]11:58 amEU takes credit for iOS 26.3 features, says it encourages innovation
The European Union has taken credit for new interoperability features in iOS 26.3. The bloc says that this will create a market for new innovative products and services. The latest beta release has a strong focus on making iOS more open, including much better support for third-party smartwatches … more…11:30 amCar makers are taking us for a ride over CarPlay
Macworld CarPlay is still giving some automotive CEO a bad case of road rage. Take, for example, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe, who was interviewed over on Stratechery (subscription required). As with most discussions with CEOs in literally any industry in the Year of Our Lord 2025, most of it revolves around AI. Eventually, however, they get around to the question the Macalope wanted answered, which is what, exactly, is your problem? Specifically with CarPlay, which Rivian, like several other auto manufacturers, does not allow to sully its beautiful automobiles. It is a good question, we get asked that a lot. Oh, really? You don’t say. Probably because CarPlay is so freaking popular. Not to hear Rivian talk about, though. In Rivian’s eyes, everyone’s crying out for that hot Rivian UI. We’re very convicted on this point. Interesting word choice because there’s “convinced” which means sure about it, there’s “conflicted” which means not sure about it, and then there’s “convicted” which means guilty. Paging Dr. Freud. Dr. Freud, meet your party in women’s lingerie. Because that’s where the slips are, you see. Yeah, you got it. Our view is a lot of the applications will start to go away and you’ll have your AI assistant. [Screech of tires, sound of a guardrail being broken, sound of car exploding over Take The Wheel AI Jesus Gulch] …when you say, “Rivian, tell me what’s on my schedule for later today”, you don’t care that it has to go agent to agent to Google Calendar to pull that out, you just want the information… And while you already trust Apple with that information, you definitely want to expand that circle of sharing to include… [checks notes]… your car manufacturer. [Picks up sheet of paper again] Seriously? Is that what it says? So as we’ve thought about this, inserting any sort of abstraction layer or aggregation layer that’s not our own just is extremely risky… As opposed to just using the aggregation layer that the driver is used to in literally every other moment of their lives. The fundamental problem with the argument from these auto manufacturers is they imagine you are in your car all day, every day. You have a house, but why go in it? It’s full of screaming children! Your children! And they make the car so nice! Why would you want to be anyplace but this wonderful car?! …our goal is to make it such that… …if they were to go back to CarPlay, they’d miss having the integrated holistic experience that we can create. Sure, sure, they use an iPhone all day long, they’ve used one for 18 years, but that 15 minutes in the car when they went to the Piggly Wiggly was so magical, they want that experience so much they’ll sit in the garage with the motor running. Good thing it’s electric! If you’d like to receive regular news and updates to your inbox, sign up for our newsletters, including The Macalope and Apple Breakfast, David Price’s weekly, bite-sized roundup of all the latest Apple news and rumors.Foundry This would seem delusional except for the fact that these auto manufacturers don’t really believe this themselves. These are just fantastical arguments they offer in order to sell their idea, which is really just about getting more user data in order to make more money. Once again, a car manufacturer is here to tell us they’re just doing what Apple does! [Apple] would never have a screen in a screen on their own devices. [Note to self: Photoshop that awkward monkey look meme with a picture of iPhone Mirroring and insert it here, it’ll be hilarious.] It’s like you have two different UIs playing out and I just think it’s poor UI, it’s a poor user experience. Yes, but no. First of all, this happens all the time. Anyone who owns a television knows the pleasure of navigating the TV operating system UI and any number of different UIs from streaming services. Second of all, instead of providing a window to a user experience the driver is used to all day long, you’re forcing them to use one they are less familiar with for the relatively smaller portion of the day they’re in the car. So we brought Google Maps in, which was a big one… Recall that the big reason Apple Maps even exists is because Google wanted more user data than Apple was comfortable giving them. Scaringe claims that once they get a Rivian, customers forget all about CarPlay because Rivian’s experience is so good. Either that or they just get CarPlay head units. We will never agree on this issue, but the main reason we will never agree on it is that the Macalope wants a particular user experience, and Rivian and other car manufacturers who eschew CarPlay want user data so they can sell it. [Programming note: The Macalope will be off next week for the holidays.]11:10 amIs it realistic to learn iOS development coming from web dev?
I’ve been doing web dev for about 2 years now Mostly MERN, a lot of Next.js and some C# in the past Now I wanna build a small iOS app, just a real app to practice and see how iOS dev actually feels Before going all in, I’m trying to understand if this transition makes […]11:00 amApple @ Work Podcast: Inside the 2026 Mac Admin Survey and what it means for Apple IT
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Hey so i created this app called BrainScroller that seeks to combines the addictive scrolling of Tiktok with the intellectual depth of wikipedia, like wikitok! but an actual app with account creation, a prototype algorithim, and an exclusive design. I was just wondering do my screenshots accurately depict my core message of combatting doomscrolling? Its […]10:30 amAukey MagFusion 2X 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review: Twice as nice
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Two 25W wireless charging modules Raised charging pad is adjustable Cons Requires USB-C wall charger Our Verdict The Aukey MagFusion 2X is superior to standard 2-in-1 wireless chargers by being able to wirelessly 25W fast-charge two iPhones simultaneously, as well as swapping one for a wireless-charging AirPods case as you require. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$66.99 Best Prices Today: Aukey Qi2.2 MagFusion 2X 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Retailer Price Aukey $66.99 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket One of the hits of the 2025 IFA technology tradeshow in Berlin was Aukey’s range of 25W MagFusion chargers for iPhone and Apple’s other devices. The first 25W MagFusion product to hit the shelves is the MagFusion 2X Wireless Charging Station 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger (or LC-MC213 if you want to be formal). This stands apart from most 2-in-1 wireless chargers, not just because of the 25W charging speed, but also because it can charge two iPhones at that speed. Aukey MagFusion 2X: Double the power Most 2-in-1 wireless chargers can power up an iPhone and a pair of AirPods or maybe an Apple Watch. Those standard 2-in-1 chargers usually employ a 5W or 7.5W area for the AirPods or Apple Watch, which don’t require a great deal of power to charge. The Aukey MagFusion 2X, on the other hand, boasts two Qi 2.2-supporting 25W charging pads: one on a 6-inch (15.2cm) arm and the other flat on the stand’s base. Simon Jary Of course, you can certainly use it to charge an iPhone and an AirPods case, just as with other 2-in-1 chargers, but the ability to fast-charge two iPhones is the real selling point. Even if you don’t have two iPhones, surely someone in your house or office needs to charge their phone at the same time as you. Either way, the Aukey MagFusion 2X is unique in its ability to simultaneously wirelessly service two iPhones at such a speed. Simon Jary Aukey MagFusion 2X: Performance A Qi2.2-certified 25W charger should wirelessly power up an iPhone from 0 to 50 percent in just over 30 minutes, where a 15W charger will take more like 45 minutes to do the same. To get the iPhone to 100 percent takes more than twice that time, as iPhones (and any other device) will charge more slowly as they get nearer to full capacity, which is why we compare chargers at their speed to 50% percent rather than 100 percent. That said, a 25W charger should beat a 15W charger by about 25 minutes from 0-100%. Note that only the iPhone 16 and 17 series support 25W wireless charging, with the iPhone Air limited to 20W due to the size of its battery. Older iPhones will charge at Qi2’s standard 15W. Check out which wireless charging speed your iPhone supports. In our tests, the Aukey MagFusion 2X took 31 minutes to get an iPhone 16 Pro from 0 to 50 percent. Older 15W Qi2 versions of the Aukey MagFusion range an active cooling system (called Omnia-Frez Cooling Technology) to ensure efficient and safe charging. The 15W MagFusion 2X doesn’t feature such a fan or cooling fins despite the higher power. That might result in lower charging times in some situations, but we didn’t experience any slowdowns in our real-world tests. The Aukey MagFusion 2X doesn’t ship with a wall charger, and the company recommends you use one with an output power of 67W or higher. If you can’t use your MacBook’s charger or need a spare, check out our reviews of the best USB-C chargers for options. Simon Jary Aukey MagFusion 2X: Design The Aukey MagFusion 2X looks suitably futuristic in gunmetal gray. Its raised charging pad is adjustable, with a 30-degree vertical rotation. Of course, the iPhone can be placed in either a portrait (vertical) or landscape (horizontal) orientation. At 6 x 5.3 x 2.4 inches (15.2 x 13.5 x 6cm), it’s a small desk footprint, and it’s pretty light too at 11.2oz (318g). The arm feels robust and stable, and the magnetic connection to both charging pads is strong. The charging port attaches to your wall charger via the supplied 6ft USB-C cable, neatly positioned at the back of the base. Simon Jary Aukey MagFusion 2X: Price The Aukey MagFusion 2X is available only in the U.S. and E.U. at the time of writing, with a price of $67 or €70. While this is a more than reasonable price tag, just keep in mind that you need to provide your own USB-C wall charger (67W or higher for maximum charging speeds) if you don’t own a spare already. Check out alternative options in our reviews of the best magnetic wireless chargers. Should you buy the Aukey MagFusion 2X? The Aukey MagFusion 2X is superior to standard 2-in-1 wireless chargers by being able to wirelessly 25W fast-charge two iPhones simultaneously, as well as swapping one for a wireless-charging AirPods case as you require.10:27 amTrack a Flight on Your iPhone
Flight tracker apps are a popular way to keep tabs on planes in the sky, because when you're preparing to fly or when someone you know is on board a flight, you can use them to check that things are still on schedule. But if you have an iPhone, you don't need to download and install a third-party app to track a flight – it's a handy built-in feature of the operating system. The ability to track flights in iOS is thanks to the data detectors that Apple has integrated into the system for quite a few years now. Data detectors recognize things like times, dates and addresses, and in the right context, turns these into tappable links. Here's how it works. Track Flights in Messages If someone sends you a flight number (U2502, say) in Messages, you can press and hold the underlined number to get a real-time view of the flight's progress plotted on a map. You also get the option to learn more by tapping Preview Flight, which will give you information like departure and arrival times, delays, and for some airports, baggage claim details. You'll find links to the airline website and Apple Maps at the bottom of the information card. To increase the chances that iOS detects the flight number, it's best to include the full airline name along with the number (EasyJet U2502, for example). Track Flights in Spotlight Search On iPhone and iPad, you can also track flights in Search. Swipe down from the middle of the Home screen and simply input the flight number into the search field to get departure and arrival information. Tap the information card to get the additional details mentioned above. Tracking Flights on a Mac Apple has included the same data detectors into macOS, meaning you can track flights on your Mac, too. Simply invoke Spotlight with the Command-Spacebar key combination and type the flight number into the input field. Select the flight data in the results, and you'll see the same information card that appears in iOS, complete with the flight's live trajectory shown on a map and other details.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:56 amBackbone Pro review: A premium gamepad at a very premium price
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Comfortable to use Robust and accurate controls Works with and without a phone case Cons No rumble ALPS rather than Hall-effect joysticks High price Our Verdict The lack of vibration and Hall-effect joysticks may be off-putting, and that price tag is no joke. But I love the attractive design, comfortable and reliable controls, and easy-switching, device-agnostic versatility. This gets my recommendation. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$169.99 Best Prices Today: Backbone Pro Retailer Price Backbone $169.99 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket As a gaming device, the iPhone has much to recommend it: it’s highly portable, you’re probably carrying one anyway, and you’ve got a million compatible games to choose from. The main problem is that many of the best iOS games (such as Fortnite, which finally returned to iOS this year) were designed with other platforms in mind, and don’t suit touchscreen controls. That’s when you need to buy yourself a gamepad. As iPhone gamepads go, the Backbone Pro sits right at the top end. It costs a whopping $169.99/£159.99, more than three times what you’d pay for an official Xbox controller (which iPhones are compatible with), so it needs to perform miracles to justify that price. Does it? Well, let’s find out. Design and workmanship The Backbone Pro looks like a gamepad or gaming handheld with the middle part missing. There’s a reason for that: the gap is designed to accommodate an iPhone, although this isn’t compulsory. More on this in the next section. There are lots of hardware controls. On the left side you get an ALPS thumb joystick, a D-pad, and two option buttons; on the right there are X/Y/A/B buttons (in the traditional Xbox configuration rather than the heretical Switch style), another thumb joystick, another option button, and a dedicated button for the Backbone app. Then there are four shoulder buttons–L1 and L2, and R1 and R2–and even two lower rear M1 and M2 buttons which sit under your ring fingers. There are also two ports on the bottom, a female USB-C for charging and a 3.5mm headphone jack, together with a final button for wireless pairing. The Backbone Pro feels great in the hand.David Price / Foundry Aside from being astonishingly numerous, these controls are robust, accurate in use, and mostly very comfortable. (The one exception is that I wouldn’t want to use the M1 and M2 buttons very much, because the ring fingers are naturally weaker than the rest, and with my hand size it wasn’t possible to use middle fingers while still being able to reach L1 and R1. But for occasional functions, they’re fine.) Serious gamers will quibble about some choices, such as the joysticks being ALPS rather than Hall effect, which is more precise and has a longer lifespan. The lack of rumble/vibration may also cause some raised eyebrows at this price point. But using the Backbone Pro is a delight, and thanks to the ergonomic design, weight in the hand, and pleasingly textured finish, it feels like the premium gaming accessory it is. What’s the Backbone Pro like to use? Setting up the Backbone Pro is relatively easy. Tuck the top edge of your phone into the slot on the left, push the gamepad’s two halves apart, then attach your iPhone to the male USB-C connector on the right. (This is the method illustrated in the marketing video, and I find it much easier than opening the halves before fitting the phone into the slot, which was my misguided first instinct.) Your iPhone is thus held securely in landscape orientation, and you can use the D pad, thumb controllers, and X/Y/A/B buttons to play games on a super-sharp display without having to waste screen space on sub-optimal touch controls. I tested the Backbone Pro with an iPhone 17, and this fit just fine with or without a standard silicone MagSafe case. That’s an important consideration, because having to uncase your iPhone and then recase it after adds an element of friction that will put you off using the product. It’s also compatible with the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max, the iPhone Air, all five 16-series iPhones, and all four 15-series iPhones. Note that you can also use the device as a standalone controller by connecting wirelessly to an iPhone, iPad, Mac, smart TV, VR headset, or other device (even a PC!). This adds the complications of Bluetooth–you may notice some slight lag on very speed-intensive games, although I didn’t–and of course you will need to keep track separately of the Backbone’s battery as well as that of whatever device you’re playing on. The simplicity of plugging a single USB-C cable into the Backbone’s port and charging both the gamepad and its docked phone can be a pleasing convenience for the forgetful. The Backbone Pro works with an iPad just as happily as an iPhone.David Price / Foundry There is, however, one minor point in favor of playing wirelessly: the first few times you use the gamepad in docked mode, you may find it fiddly navigating to your desired game. iOS home screens don’t have a landscape orientation, so you end up awkwardly holding the docked phone at 90 degrees until you’ve found the app and launched it, before returning to a normal position in the game. The slot covers on either side also block access to the short edges of your phone’s screen, which makes it difficult to access the home indicator when you’re in a portrait-orientation app–which you shouldn’t be, but this may still catch you out if you dock your phone before thinking to close down the previous app. But these are just teething pains. You’ll quickly realise that the best approach is to open your game of choice, then put the phone in the gamepad. Testing out the app There’s another option which you may find easier still, and that’s to use the Backbone app. This can be accessed at any time by pressing the bright orange button assigned to that purpose. The makers would clearly like you to treat the Backbone app as your central gaming hub, and it serves moderately well in that role. The “Your games” library is a convenient way to jump straight to your favorite titles without having to navigate your phone. Sensibly, this list is compiled manually rather than simply auto-populating with all the compatible titles on your device, and while the in-app search function isn’t always intuitive (insisting I need to download games that are already on the device, for example, or serving ads encouraging me to sign up for the Apple Arcade service I already get through Apple One) you can simply press the orange button while in a game to add it to the library. The Backbone app is a useful starting point for your gaming sessions.David Price / Foundry The app also contains a rather endearing selection of “Instant games,” quick and cheap retro browser games that are good for a laugh. It’s a shame that, here again, the interface proves less than helpful; the app initially offered a selection I could add to my library, but once I’d done so, that option was no longer easy to find. (Eventually, I found the remaining games by going to the main search and selecting Edit filters > HTML5 Games.) But the most useful functions of the Backbone app are more utilitarian. Under Settings, you’ll find recording modes (together with Twitch integration), and the ability to create controller profiles with assigned buttons. And under Controller Center, you can pair with, manage, or forget known devices. This is important because the gamepad will, by default, try to connect with the most recently connected device. But to be honest, my experience of device switching was very impressive; almost Apple-esque in its ability to second-guess what I wanted it to do without needing to be prompted. Thanks to a clever feature called FlowState, you don’t need to keep re-pairing each time you want to switch devices, and that’s a big plus point. Should you buy the Backbone Pro? There are certainly issues with this product. If you’re a serious gamer, the lack of vibration and Hall-effect joysticks may be off-putting; if you’re not, there’s that $169.99/£159.99 price tag. So the head says no, but the heart says yes. I love the attractive design, comfortable and reliable controls, and easy-switching, device-agnostic versatility. Against my better judgment, and with several caveats, this extremely premium gamepad gets my recommendation.09:44 amiOS 26.3 will give third-party earbuds a taste of Apple’s pairing magic
iOS 26.3 takes another step toward opening Apple’s ecosystem, making it easier for third-party earbuds and wearables to work seamlessly with the iPhone. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)09:32 amSwiftUI + PhotosKit: lessons from building a tinder swipe-based photo cleaner | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingSwiftUI + PhotosKit: lessons from building a tinder swipe-based photo cleaner
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TL;DR: I launched an app a few months ago. It gets almost no traction unless I actively promote it. Is it worth putting more time into it, or is this a dead end? Last August, I launched my micro-journaling app, Inkwell. This isn’t my first app, I’ve been an iOS developer for years. but it […]04:01 amiPad Pro & Nintendo Switch 2 are perfect companions with a portable dock
The Nintendo Switch 2 requires a compatible dock to work, and the official one is quite big, but Kuxiu has a functioning dock that works great at a desk and on the go with your iPad Pro.iPad Pro can be a display for the Nintendo Switch 2When Apple introduced support for connecting devices like capture cards via USB-C in iPadOS 17, my first idea was to use the iPad Pro as a portable Nintendo Switch display. Due to restrictions with how the Nintendo Switch 2 works, third-party docks are harder to find, but I managed to get one from Kuxiu.This tiny dock can be purchased with or without a LAN port at $25 or $30 from Walmart, so it's quite a bit cheaper than even the standard dock sold by Nintendo. It supports 4K output and has two USB-A ports for accessory charging. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:46 amJust learning how to create an app for the app store via testflight. Any tips there while configurating the settings? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingJust learning how to create an app for the app store via testflight. Any tips there while configurating the settings?
New to this, but also excited. Realizing though it's better to go to testflight first to test as opposed to trying to publish. The unique position I'm in though is that I have to send the right information to my developer since he isn't able to log in at the moment due to some issues […]02:30 amDirect Copy Cat
I recently found out that there is an app on the App Store that is a direct copy of mine. It was put on the App Store 2 months after I did, it has the exact same name except for they dropped an "e" in the middle. App idea is the exact same, theirs has […]01:02 amBambu Lab P1S 3D Printer review: easy multi-color printing with AMS
The Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer is about as easy as this hobby can get, with simple setup, one-button printing from an app, auto-leveling, and a four-spool AMS, it'll be hard to stop printing.Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer reviewI'm still a 3D printing novice that has only dabbled in the space since I tested the Flashforge AD5X. That was a good starter printer, but I've moved up a tier to the Bambu Lab P1S, and it's tough to look back.One of the first things I learned about 3D printing was that the filament needed to be stored somewhere dry. The lack of an Automatic Material System, or AMS, was a big sticking point for the AD5X, even though it did have four spools built in for multi-color, it wasn't enclosed. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:56 amUsing -Ask SwiftZilla- to access swift and Apple Framework documentation | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingUsing -Ask SwiftZilla- to access swift and Apple Framework documentation
I don't have much to add about this tool, I just would like you to try it and let some feedback related to the Ask SwiftZilla. submitted by /u/VictorCTavernari [link] [comments]12:53 amSMS Delivery Report Delays to Asiacell network in Iran
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Cloudflare has released the 2025 Cloudflare Radar Year in Review, highlighting the trends it observed throughout the year as one of the world’s largest internet infrastructure providers. Here’s how Apple did. more…12:16 amHow do I get the preview images under my app?
My app is MODUL8, but it seems like all other apps have the previews on the search listings. Is there a way for me to upload these or are they just automatic over time? submitted by /u/Levfo [link] [comments]12:12 amChatGPT Now Has a 2025 Year-End Summary Feature Like Spotify Wrapped
OpenAI added a year-end summary feature to ChatGPT, allowing users to get a personalized overview of their 2025 ChatGPT usage. The summary is similar to year-end wrap-ups from companies like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and other services. ChatGPT offers up an overview of themes discussed and chat stats, such as busiest chatting day, number of overall chats, messages sent, and more. ChatGPT provides each user with a chat style based on writing or speaking habits, along with an "archetype" based on what ChatGPT is used for. The year-end update also provides a poem, a personalized pixel painting, a 2025 "award," and predictions for 2026. ChatGPT users can get their year-end summary by asking ChatGPT to "Show me my year with ChatGPT" in the ChatGPT app or on the web. Summaries are available for Free, Pro, and Plus users who have chat history and memory enabled for ChatGPT. Countries where the feature is available include the United States, UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia. Tags: ChatGPT, OpenAIThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forumsMonday December 2211:50 pmOpenAI rolls out a fun ‘Your Year with ChatGPT’ feature in select countries
OpenAI has joined the Spotify Wrapped-style personalized year-end recap trend with “Your Year with ChatGPT,” which is rolling out to users in the U.S. and select additional countries. Here’s how to see yours. more…11:20 pmiOS 26.3 Brings AirPods-Like Pairing to Third-Party Devices in EU Under DMA
The European Commission today praised the interoperability changes that Apple is introducing in iOS 26.3, once again crediting the Digital Markets Act (DMA) with bringing "new opportunities" to European users and developers. The Digital Markets Act requires Apple to provide third-party accessories with the same capabilities and access to device features that Apple's own products get. In iOS 26.3, EU wearable device makers can now test proximity pairing and improved notifications. Here are the new capabilities that Apple is adding: Proximity pairing - Devices like earbuds will be able to pair with an iOS device in an AirPods-like way by bringing the accessory close to an iPhone or iPad to initiate a simple, one-tap pairing process. Pairing third-party devices will no longer require multiple steps. Notifications - Third-party accessories like smart watches will be able to receive notifications from the iPhone. Users will be able to view and react to incoming notifications, which is functionality normally limited to the Apple Watch. Notifications can only be forwarded to one connected device at a time, and turning on notifications for a third-party device disables notifications to an Apple Watch. The European Commission says that developers can test third-party TVs, smart watches, and headphones with the new features in iOS 26.3, with the functionality to be "fully available in Europe" in 2026. iOS 26.3 offers "another step towards a more inter-connected digital ecosystem to the benefit of all EU citizens," according to the European Commission. iOS 26.3 is expected to launch at the end of January. The changes to proximity pairing and notifications are only available for device makers and iPhone and iPad users in the European Union.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:59 pmApple Offers Free Two-Hour Delivery for Last-Minute Holiday Shopping
Apple has started offering free two-hour delivery on eligible, in-stock products for those who still need to do some last-minute gift shopping. The two-hour delivery upgrade is available through December 24 in most metro areas of the U.S. and Canada. Three-hour delivery is also available in Australia. Two-hour delivery is provided through courier companies that Apple partners with, like Uber Eats or Postmates, and it typically costs $9. Items are delivered from a local Apple retail store, so whatever you're ordering needs to be in stock at a nearby location. The offer is available for in-stock purchases of iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, AirPods, Apple TV, and Beats headphones. It is not available for custom Macs or engraved orders, nor is it applicable to accessories. Some accessories and products are also still available for December 24th delivery with express shipping. Apple is still providing an extended return policy, so items purchased now can be returned through January 6, 2026.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:26 pmSamsung looks to chase Apple iPhone’s foldable design with ‘Wide Fold’
The foldable smartphone market is gearing up for a high-stakes rivalry in fall 2026, but emerging details paint Samsung as the follower… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.10:05 pmApple reiterates long-term commitment to China in meeting with commerce ministry
In a meeting with Li Chenggang, China’s International Trade Negotiator and Vice Minister of Commerce, Apple Chief Operating Officer Sabih Khan said Apple plans to continue its long-term development and investment in China. Here are the details. more…10:04 pmLimited-time deal: Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for just $9.97
Why pay list price for Microsoft software? This Windows 11 sale allows you to upgrade your PC to Windows 11 Pro for less than $10. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:43 pmApple warns some employees not to leave the U.S. amid return delays
As reported by Business Insider, a law firm representing Apple has cautioned some visa-holding employees against international travel, citing extended and unpredictable delays when returning to the U.S. Here are the details. more…08:27 pmEmerging Service Issue – Object Storage – Chicago
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Apple TV has canceled the thriller series “The Last Frontier” after one season. The series hailed from co-creators Jon Bokenkamp… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:04 pm[Emerging Issue] – Block Storage performance issues in the IAD data center
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The latest WhatsApp beta for iOS includes a new quiz tool designed to drive engagement in channels. Here are the details. more…08:02 pmAnyone that has a good app/website to design a lay out for an app
I never made an app before so i wanted to like design a lay out for an app before i would even program it. Are there websites or apps for it that are free? or how do people usually do this? submitted by /u/riakiller [link] [comments]08:00 pmiOS 26’s Reminders app got a new feature inspired by Calendar
Apple’s Reminders app keeps getting better, including a key iOS 26.2 addition I’ve long wanted. But one of the most overlooked recent changes is an iOS 26 feature inspired by Apple Calendar that’s perfect for travelers: time zone support. more…07:41 pmApple fined by Italian antitrust watchdog over App Tracking Transparency rules
Italy’s competition watchdog agency, Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato (AGCM), has fined Apple € 98.6 million ($ 116 million) over the App Tracking Transparency feature. Here are the details. more…07:38 pmiPhone XS, iPhone XR, Apple TV HD get critical security updates
Apple has released updates targeting the iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPad 7, and Apple TV HD in a patch fixing security issues with the older models.iPhone XRWhen it comes to operating system updates, the main attention is on releases for newer devices, though sometimes patches arrive for older hardware too. It's rare, but sometimes Apple does updates that are small enough not to be mentioned on its Developer release page.On Monday, Apple issued a series of smaller builds intended for a selection of devices, IsTheAppleStoreDown.com told AppleInsider. The updates are very minor, and only partly apply to the current 26.2 generation of software. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:30 pmWhere's the New Apple TV?
Apple hasn't updated the Apple TV 4K since 2022, and 2025 was supposed to be the year that we got a refresh. There were rumors suggesting Apple would release the new Apple TV before the end of 2025, but it looks like that's not going to happen now. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said several times across 2024 and 2025 that Apple would update both the HomePod mini and the Apple TV 4K toward the end of the year, and we also heard the same information from other sources. No announcement happened in September alongside the iPhone launch, and when Apple updated the Vision Pro, iPad Pro, and MacBook Pro in October, there was no sign of the Apple TV. It's not clear what happened, but it's possible Apple decided to hold all home-related product announcements until spring 2026, when the smarter, more capable version of Siri will be ready in iOS 26.4. That's right around the time when Apple is rumored to be launching its new home hub device, so we could see the Apple TV, home hub, and HomePod mini sometime in late March or April. Rumored Features The Apple TV isn't going to get a major design overhaul, but there are some useful updates in store. It's long overdue for a new chip, and Apple's newer chip options will bring gaming improvements. A-Series Chip The next-generation Apple TV is expected to get an updated A-series chip, and Apple backend code we found suggests that it'll use the A17 Pro. The A17 Pro is the chip that Apple first used in the iPhone 15 Pro models, and it would bring Apple Intelligence support to the Apple TV for the first time. The A17 Pro is built on 3-nanometer technology and it would also bring support for console-quality games thanks to much improved CPU and GPU performance. It'll be a significant improvement over the current A15 Bionic chip. N1 Chip Apple debuted its custom N1 networking chip in the iPhone 17 models, and rumors suggest that the N1 will also be used in the upcoming Apple TV. It adds support for Wi-Fi 7, which is not a current Apple TV feature. With Wi-Fi 7 support, the Apple TV will be able to connect to Wi-Fi networks that support the faster and less crowded 6GHz band. Users can expect faster Wi-Fi speeds and lower latency. New Siri Features With a faster chip that supports Apple Intelligence, the next-generation Apple TV will support the LLM version of Siri coming in 2026. Siri will be more like Claude or ChatGPT, which could lead to better Apple TV recommendations, the option to use voice commands to do more than before, better support for questions about actors and music in movies and shows, and much more. Pricing There's a possibility that Apple will cut costs for the next Apple TV, and Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has suggested that Apple is targeting a price point around $100. With the A17 Pro chip and the N1 chip, Apple might not be able to hit that price with the flagship model, but there could be a lower-end entry-level option that's more affordable. Pricing right now starts at $129. New Launch Date In early November, Gurman said that an Apple TV and HomePod mini "shouldn't be too far off" based on dwindling supplies of the devices at Apple retail stores. At the time, he said a post-2025 debut was a possibility, but he confirmed the products are ready to go and could launch at any time. The HomePod mini and Apple TV will "help showcase the new Siri and Apple Intelligence features" that Apple has coming, which makes the spring timing sound even more likely.Related Roundup: Apple TVBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:28 pmMagSafe Monday: The Zens USB-C Pro 3 cable charges your MacBook and your entire Apple setup at the same time | 9 to 5 MacMagSafe Monday: The Zens USB-C Pro 3 cable charges your MacBook and your entire Apple setup at the same time
When you travel with a Mac, an iPhone, AirPods, and an Apple Watch, the charger pile starts to get out of hand fast. Most multi-device chargers focus on the iPhone side of the equation, leaving the Mac out entirely. That means you still need to pack a laptop brick, a MagSafe stand, a separate Apple Watch charger, and a cable for your AirPods, in addition to whatever other accessories you may use. more…07:18 pmDesperate publishing app
I'm trying to submit a new app to the store but the reviewer keeps rejecting with the same generic message. I tried asking in which screen there is the content that is not allowed but they never answer. What should I do? It's 12 days since the first submission, I'm a bit frustrated The message […]06:36 pmSave $300 on M4 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD – now just $1,299
Save $300 on a popular M4 MacBook Air configuration with a bump up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.Get Apple's M4 MacBook Air 24GB, 1TB for just $1,299 - Image credit: AppleTo activate the exclusive savings, shop through this special pricing link or the pricing link on our M4 13-inch MacBook Air 24GB/1TB product page from a laptop or desktop computer.Buy M4 13" MacBook Air 24GB/1TB for $1,299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:35 pmTim Cook’s ‘top priority’ product could finally take shape next year
Next year will bring a huge lineup of 20+ new Apple products. And the unveiling of Apple Glasses could be a key step toward Tim Cook’s “top priority” AR product finally launching. more…06:28 pmApple COO Sabih Khan meets with China’s vice commerce minister
China's Vice Commerce Minister Li Chenggang met with Apple's Chief Operating Officer Sabih Khan to discuss the company's operations in China… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:47 pmApple will launch 20+ new products next year, here’s what’s coming
The new year is almost here, and Apple has a packed product lineup for 2026. Rumors indicate up to 25 new products will launch, here’s an overview of everything new on Apple’s roadmap. more…05:18 pmVibe coders: Budget tracking app! Habit tracker app! Task list app! AI wrapper app! | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingVibe coders: Budget tracking app! Habit tracker app! Task list app! AI wrapper app!
It’s crazy how many of these “tutorial” style apps I have seen here on Reddit and the vibe coders think they are innovative? Like are these all not the apps we started with just to learn the basics? But most serious developers don’t actually push these to production and instead just use it as a […]05:15 pmCoupon code: Get 1TB of cloud storage, just $130 for life
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Whether named "obsolete," "vintage" or "discontinued," these are all the products Apple did away with 2025, with more to come soon. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:49 pmiPhone 18 trial production set to begin in February, paving way for spring 2027 launch | Mac Daily NewsiPhone 18 trial production set to begin in February, paving way for spring 2027 launch
Apple is set to kick off trial production for the iPhone 18 shortly after the Chinese New Year holiday. This means small-scale test runs… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:44 pmDeals: Level Lock+ Matter Apple Home Key lock, 2025 orange Alpine Loop, M4 Pro MacBook Pro up to $700 off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: Level Lock+ Matter Apple Home Key lock, 2025 orange Alpine Loop, M4 Pro MacBook Pro up to $700 off, more
Alongside ongoing $250 price drops on the M4 MacBook Air lineup and AirPods Pro 3 down at $199 on Amazon, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break does have some new deals to scope out. Firstly, we have the return on Amazon all-time low pricing on Level’s Lock+ (Matter) model with Apple Home Key at nearly 25% off. But we also spotted new lows hitting a pair of Apple’s 2025 Apple Watch Ultra bands – the orange Alpine Loop and the black Trail Loop – as well as this refurb 16-inch 24GB M4 Pro MacBook Pro is $700 off the list price right now, and even more down below. more…04:10 pmToday in Apple history: iPhone comes to the world’s biggest carrier
On December 22, 2013, Apple announced a deal with China Mobile to bring the iPhone to the world's largest telecom company. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:10 pmDeals: AirPods Pro 3 $199, Apple Watch Series 11 $299, M4 MacBook Air $749 with delivery by Christmas | AppleInsiderDeals: AirPods Pro 3 $199, Apple Watch Series 11 $299, M4 MacBook Air $749 with delivery by Christmas
There's still time to grab last-minute Apple gifts at substantial discounts with delivery by Christmas.Save up to $400 on Apple with delivery by Christmas on many items - Image credit: AppleAmazon and B&H have numerous last-minute holiday deals available, with delivery by Christmas to many locations. As always, be sure to check delivery dates for your specific address during checkout. But at press time, you can pick up an Apple Watch Series 11 for $299 ($100 off), AirPods Pro 3 for $199, and more.AirPods Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:09 pmiPhone Fold crease-free screen glass may not be ready yet
The iPhone Fold is expected to arrive in the fall, but technical challenges may still exist for the display and screen glass that aren't yet solved.iPhone Fold could take on the look of two iPhone Air models fused together - Image Credit: AppleInsiderThe biggest part of the long-rumored iPhone Fold is the internal display, with Apple doing what it can to avoid it creasing over the long term. However, it now seems that Apple could be cutting it close for a fall release, which could impact the initially available supply of the model.In a weekend post, Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station discussed the iPhone Fold and Apple's attempt to create a "visually crease-free" screen for it. Apple is thought to be trying out the use of ultra-thin flexible glass (UFG) for the display, which uses materials of varying thickness to allow the display to bend. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:07 pmiOS 26.3 release date: Here’s when the next iPhone update will arrive
Apple’s first iPhone update of the new year will be iOS 26.3, which just recently debuted in beta. Here’s the expected iOS 26.3 release date for all users. more…03:51 pmQuestions about payments
Hey everyone, I have a question. I created a paywall with RevenueCat, but the paywall isn't showing up in TestFlight. Is that normal? I believe a dev or even a prod paywall should be showing up. The dev paywall appeared in the dev build/simulator. submitted by /u/Delicious_Energy_418 [link] [comments]03:49 pmApple COO Sabih Khan tells China the company is committed to long-term partnerships
New Apple COO Sabih Khan has met with China's international trade negotiator, with both sides reportedly making general promises about continuing to work together.Apple's Sabih Khan (left) and China's Li Chenggang — image credits: Apple and WikipediaSabih Khan's predecessor as Apple Chief Operating Officer, Jeff Williams, made several such visits to China before his retirement, sometimes alongside CEO Tim Cook. Now China's Ministry of Commerce has announced that Khan has continued that relationship, this time meeting with Li Chenggang, International Trade Negotiator and Vice Minister of the ministry.There are very few details of the meeting, even in the Ministry of Commerce's own official announcement. It's not even said where the two met, although it's likely to have been at the Ministry's offices in Beijing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:47 pmApple Hit With Supersized Fine in Italy Over an iPhone Privacy Feature
Italy's Competition Authority (AGCM) has imposed a €98.6 million ($116 million) fine on Apple over its App Tracking Transparency feature. Since the release of iOS 14.5 in April 2021, Apple has required apps to ask for permission before tracking a user's activity across other apps and websites for personalized advertising, as part of a feature named App Tracking Transparency. If a user selects the "Ask App Not to Track" option, the app is unable to access the device's advertising identifier. In a press release and executive summary today, the AGCM said the App Tracking Transparency rules are "disproportionate," and "harmful" to app developers and advertisers. Ultimately, it found that Apple abused its dominant position in the EU market. The regulator does not take issue with Apple implementing policies that are designed to strengthen privacy and security for users, but it said the App Tracking Transparency feature is "excessively burdensome for developers." Specifically, iPhone and iPad users in the EU are presented with both App Tracking Transparency and GDPR-related permission prompts in apps, and the AGCM found this "double consent" requirement to be harmful to app developers and advertisers. "Apple could have achieved the same level of privacy protection for its users through means less restrictive of competition," the AGCM said. "This would have prevented the unilateral imposition of additional burdens on third-party developers, thereby avoiding the above-mentioned double consent requests for advertising purposes." The regulator also found that the App Tracking Transparency rules appear capable of generating financial benefits for Apple, even though the feature applies to its own apps as well. The only reason that Apple apps do not show an App Tracking Transparency prompt is because Apple does not track user activity across other apps and websites. In a statement shared with several media outlets, Apple said it will appeal the decision, and it touted the privacy benefits of App Tracking Transparency. Earlier this year, Apple warned that it may be forced to stop offering App Tracking Transparency in the EU due to regulatory pressures in countries such as Italy, France, Germany, and Poland, and from the overarching European Commission.Tag: App Tracking TransparencyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:36 pmResideo's Scott Harkins talks about the new Honeywell Home X8S on HomeKit Insider
On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, Scott Harkins from Resideo joins to talk about the new Honeywell Home X8S Matter thermostat and the future of the smart home.HomeKit Insider PodcastScott Harkins serves as the Senior VP of Sales at Resideo, that also overseas the Honeywell Home brand. After a tepid first few steps, the brand is going all-in on Matter with the launch of the Honeywell Home X8S thermostat.This thermostat, announced ahead of CES, is aimed at the premium market alongside Ecobee and Nest. It has a customizable touchscreen display, optional room sensors, and IAQ monitoring built-in. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:27 pmApple Wallet’s iOS 26 boarding passes now offered by three major airlines
iOS 26 brought a bunch of great changes to Apple’s Wallet app, including an upgraded experience for boarding passes. Another major airline has recently added support for the new boarding passes, making at least three total so far. Here are the details. more…03:12 pmiPhone Fold and future Galaxy foldable may end up copying the original Pixel Fold
After Google pivoted away from its stout book-like foldable form factor found in the original Pixel Fold, Apple’s coming iPhone Fold and a future Samsung foldable may just end up copying the same idea. more…03:08 pmSMS Delivery Failure to Multiple Networks in Mexico via Subset of Short Codes
Dec 22, 07:08 PSTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate this issue.Dec 22, 07:03 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery failures when sending to multiple networks in Mexico for a subset of short codes. Our engineers are working with our carrier partners to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.03:03 pmWhich Layout is More Visually Appealing?
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Apple TV has put together a strong lineup to kick off 2026, including three fan-favorite shows returning soon that you still have time to catch up on. Here’s what’s coming. more…03:02 pmGrab four AirTags for just under $65 and finish your holiday shopping
Macworld If there’s one thing everyone in your life needs, it’s a set of AirTags. A simple AirTag attached to your keychain or popped into a pocket can make sure it never gets lost. And today you can get a four-pack for $65, just $2 off its all-time low. View at Amazon These AirTags are super light and tiny, and they’re super easy to pair with iPhones and iPads. And it’s just as simple if you lose something—just open up the app to see all the tags’ locations on the map. If the tags are within reach, you can have them make a sound, and if they’re farther away, they’ll just ping off of other iPhones and iPads in the area. So, if you attach one of these tags to your luggage and it gets lost at the airport, you’ll be able to track it down before the airline does. We loved the AirTags when we reviewed them, giving them a four-star rating. Our only issue is that you’ll need a separate keyring to attach them to your keys, but you can save more than half off on a pair at Woot. So, stop wasting time, and grab a four-pack of AirTags for $65 at Amazon before the deal expires. Buy now at Amazon03:02 pmReddit comment led police to identify Brown University shooter
A comment in a Reddit thread was what led police and FBI investigators to identify the Brown University shooter. Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha said the comment on Reddit was what enabled police to track down the rental car which enabled them to identify the shooter … more…03:00 pmApple TV claims three spots on TIME’s list of the 10 best TV shows of 2025 — more than any other streamer or network | Mac Daily NewsApple TV claims three spots on TIME’s list of the 10 best TV shows of 2025 — more than any other streamer or network
Apple TV claims three spots on TIME's list of the 10 best TV shows of 2025, underscoring its dominance in delivering critically acclaimed… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:40 pmiPhone Fold’s key display breakthrough may still be in flux, per leak
It’s the time of year when Apple finalizes many design details and specs for next fall’s flagship iPhone lineup. But the latest leak indicates a key feature of the iPhone Fold’s display—the crease free design—is still very much in flux. more…02:18 pmItaly slaps Apple with $115 million penalty in App Tracking Transparency case
Italy's antitrust watchdog, the AGCM, announced on Monday that it has imposed a €98.6 million ($115.53 million) fine on Apple and two… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:17 pmApple Clings to Samsung as RAM Prices Soar
Apple is significantly increasing its reliance on Samsung for iPhone memory as component prices surge, according to The Korea Economic Daily. Apple is said to be expanding the share of iPhone memory it sources from Samsung due to rapidly rising memory prices. The shift is expected to result in Samsung supplying roughly 60% to 70% of the low-power DRAM used in the iPhone 17, compared with a more even split with SK Hynix in previous generations, with Micron also participating as a smaller supplier. The change is occurring against a backdrop of tightening supply in the global memory market. The iPhone relies on low-power double data rate memory (LPDDR), which is optimized for energy efficiency and thermal performance in mobile devices. While Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron all manufacture LPDDR at scale, industry sources report that SK Hynix and Micron have increasingly redirected production capacity toward high-bandwidth memory (HBM), which is in high demand for artificial intelligence accelerators and data center hardware. As a result, their available capacity for mobile-focused LPDDR has become heavily constrained. By contrast, Samsung has apparently maintained substantial production of general-purpose and mobile DRAM, allowing it to meet Apple's requirement for extremely large and predictable volumes. Samsung is said to be the only company that can meet Apple's conditions in a situation where SK Hynix seems to be focused on HBM. According to the report, Apple's hardware is particularly sensitive to momentary voltage spikes, which are not well accommodated by its latest chips, including the A19 and A19 Pro. This places additional pressure on memory suppliers to deliver components that perform identically across very large production runs. The price of a 12GB LPDDR5X module, the likes of which are used in the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro, has risen sharply from around $30 at the beginning of 2025 to roughly $70 today. Apple's scale and long-standing practice of negotiating multi-year supply agreements typically provide some insulation from short-term price volatility, but the magnitude of the increase has made supplier reliability and volume commitments more important. Concentrating a much larger share of orders with Samsung should allow Apple to secure more predictable deliveries and potentially benefit from economies of scale, even as overall component costs rise.Tag: SamsungThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:13 pmiPhone Air review three months later: Compromise is good
The iPhone Air remains controversial even three months after its release, but after a quarter of a year with one in my pocket, I'm in no rush to go back to a Pro Max.iPhone Air three-month review: An iPhone like no otherThe arrival of the iPhone Air in September 2025 came after months of rumors. It's rare for any iPhone to live up to that kind of hype, but the iPhone Air did it.It was every bit as thin and light as we'd been told to expect by every leaker under the sun. And even after Apple announced it, seeing was most definitely believing — you really need to get your hands on an iPhone Air to understand it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:12 pmBoox Note Air 5 C review: An already good e-ink reader made a little bit better
The Boox Note Air 5 C e-ink tablet and ebook reader doesn't try to fix what isn't broken, but its internal upgrades help an already solid tablet become just a bit stronger.Boox Note Air 5 CIn October, Boox rolled out an update to its Boox Note Air line. That means we're now on the fifth iteration, and I was curious to see what it had changed. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:59 pmBaseus PicoGo AF21 3-in-1 Qi2.2 Wireless Charger review: More than meets the eye
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros 3-in-1 Compact and foldable Fastest iPhone wireless charging Apple Watch fast charging Adjustable iPhone pad Cons 25W only for iPhone 16 and later Our Verdict This versatile 3-in-1 charger has the looks of a desktop charger but the portability of a travel charger. Its neat design is a pleasure to adjust, and the speed is as fast as you can get from a wireless iPhone/Watch/AirPods charger. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$89.99 Best Prices Today: Baseus 3-in-1 PicoGo 25W Wireless Charger (AF21) Retailer Price $69.99 View Deal $89.99 View Deal Baseus $89.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket With the PicoGo AF21, Baseus has created a Transformers-like multi-device charger that unfolds into a highly adjustable and super-speedy iPhone charging stand that also powers up the Apple Watch and AirPods case. Unlike most 3-in-1 charging stands, you can set it into quite different positions depending on how and where you are using it to charge your favorite Apple devices. As soon as you unfold it, you’re sure to get a few admiring glances. Simon Jary PicoGo AF21: Design Before we investigate the charger’s impressive performance, the most notable thing about the PicoGo AF21is its size in conjunction with its features. Folded up, it measures just 2.97 x 3.15 x 1.5 inches (7.5 x 8 x 3.8cm) and weighs 9oz (254g), small enough to slide into a pants pocket. Simon Jary It can be used as a flat iPhone charger in its folded state—and even charge a Watch when flat—but comes into its own when gently unfolded. The iPhone charging pad raises on a single arm to about an inch above the desktop. There are taller iPhone charging stands, for sure, but few are as lightweight and portable as the PicoGo AF21. The brace bracket is adjustable from 0-55 degrees, and the charging pad 0-115 degrees. Simon Jary The cleverest design element is the Apple Watch charger that slides out from behind the iPhone charging pad and can sit vertically at 90 degrees or fully horizontally at 180 degrees. PicoGo AF21: Performance The PicoGo AF21 utilizes the latest and fastest Qi 2.2 technology that pushes wireless charging to near the same speed you’ll get from jamming a charging cable into the iPhone’s port. The most basic MagSafe-compatible wireless chargers can output 7.5W of power, while a certified MagSafe or Qi2 charger doubles that to 15W. But the very latest MagSafe/Qi 2.2 chargers push out 25W of power. In real terms, this equates to an iPhone recharging from 0-50 percent in around half an hour, which would take some 45 minutes at 15W. In our test recharging an iPhone 16 Pro on the PicoGo AF21, we got to 50 percent in 27 minutes, which equals the fastest speeds we saw on the less-portable Anker Prime 3-in-1 Charging Stand. If charging overnight, that speed jump won’t matter, but it will certainly save you time when you’re in a hurry to get your iPhone back to life as quickly as possible. After reaching 50 percent, all chargers slow down in order to protect the device’s battery, which is why we usually quote comparable charging times at the start of the cycle. Note too that only the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 families support full 25W charging, while the Air can handle 20W. Older iPhones using a 25W-capable charger are pegged back to the previous 15W maximum. See our feature on which wireless charging tech is best for each iPhone for more details. Some 25W chargers introduce active-cooling elements—such as ESR’s CryoBoost, Belkin’s ChillBoost, and Anker’s AirCool—to reduce the charging heat that can push the iPhone to switch off charging to protect its battery. Baseus hasn’t incorporated any active cooling into the PicoGo AF21, so it’s possible that charging could be slowed in harsher conditions, but we didn’t notice any issues. Alternatives to the PicoGo AF21 The closest rival to the PicoGo AF21 is Kuxiu’s X40 Turbo, a similar foldable 3-in-1 charger that charges at 25W. The metal X40 Turbo is even smaller folded up at just 2.5 x 2.5 x 0.7 inches (6.4 x 6.4 x 1.8cm) when folded up and weighs less too at 5.2oz (148g), compared to the AF21’s 3 x 3.15 x 1.5 inches (7.5 x 8 x 3.8cm) and 9oz (254g) weight. However, the PicoGo AF21 is more adjustable, especially the nifty Watch charger at the back. The X40’s design features a more traditional stand arrangement and is available in a wider choice of four colors. Simon Jary PicoGo AF21: Price The Baseus PicoGo AF21 3-in-1 Qi2.2 Wireless Charger is priced at $90 and is available only in the U.S. at the time of writing. That’s a good price for such a portable and adjustable 25W charger. Baseus ships a 45W USB-C wall charger and charging cable in the box. The rival Kuxiu X40 Turbo has a pricier $100 MSRP, but can usually be found at a discount. Check out all our reviews of the best 3-in-1 magnetic wireless chargers for a wide variety of choices. Simon Jary Should you buy the Baseus PicoGo AF21 3-in-1 Qi2.2 Wireless Charger? This versatile 3-in-1 charger has the looks of a desktop charger but the portability of a travel charger. Its neat design is a pleasure to adjust, and the speed is as fast as you can get from a wireless iPhone/Watch/AirPods charger.01:15 pmApple cozies up to Samsung as RAM gets ridiculously expensive
Samsung has always been a part of the iPhone supply chain, and Apple is about to lean on the company more as RAM prices skyrocket worldwide.A Samsung LPDDR5X memory chip - Image Credit: SamsungThe Apple supply chain relies on multiple companies when it comes to memory. Samsung already provides Apple with a lot of the memory for its manufacturing needs, but its share should be expanding in the coming years.According to sources of Korea Economic Daily, Apple's renewals of long-term agreements will be more beneficial for Samsung. Apple will reportedly increase the amount of memory it sources from Samsung to about 60% to 70% of the iPhone 17 supply. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:15 pmGet $100 Off Apple Watch Series 11, Starting at $299
Amazon and Best Buy this week have all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. These discounts beat the Black Friday prices we saw last month by about $30. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $299.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $329.00, down from $429.00. On Amazon, you'll find four of the 42mm GPS models on sale at this all-time low price, and three of the 46mm GPS models on sale. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 If you're shopping for cellular models, you can find record low prices on multiple models this week on Amazon. The 42mm cellular Apple Watch Series 11 has hit $399.00, down from $499.00, and the 46mm cellular model has hit $429.00, down from $529.00. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm Cell) for $399.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm Cell) for $429.00 Head to our full Deals Roundup to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:11 pmApple about to test iPhone 18 production, ready for new split-launch plan
A leaker with a good track record says that suppliers are gearing up for iPhone 18 production as the company prepares for its new split-launch plan. The new strategy will see the base model iPhone 18 go on sale earlier in the year, with production potentially underway by mid-February … more…01:08 pmDon't expect big changes in the iPhone 18 Pro design
A new report claims that the iPhone 18 series will enter test production soon, but also that the Pro models will closely resemble the current design.The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to deliver a multitude of improvements.There have been many reports of significant updates to the iPhone 18 Pro, though most expect that the differences will be internal. Now a new claim from leaker Fixed Focus Digital includes the caution (in translation) that "the appearance change is not as large as everyone thought."The leaker also claims that testing is to begin on the whole iPhone 18 range after New Year's Day. He or she further says that there will be tests of mass production. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:00 pmMacSync Stealer variant finds a way to bypass Apple malware protections
We’ve recently seen how ChatGPT was used to trick Mac users into installing MacStealer, and now a different tactic has been found to persuade users to install a version of MacSync Stealer. The Mac remains a relatively difficult target for attackers thanks to Apple’s protections against the installation of malware. However, Mac malware is on the increase, and two recently-discovered tactics discovered by security researchers highlight the creative approaches some attackers are using … more…12:43 pmApple Still Testing Ultra-Thin Glass to Eliminate Foldable iPhone Crease
Apple is reportedly testing next-generation ultra-thin flexible glass (UFG) for its book-style foldable iPhone as it works to make the display crease invisible and potentially solve one of the most persistent issues of existing foldable displays. According to Weibo-based leaker Digital Chat Station, Apple is evaluating UFG panels with uneven thickness, using thinner glass in the folding area to improve flexibility while retaining thicker sections elsewhere for rigidity and durability. Unlike existing foldables, which rely on ultra-thin glass (UTG) that inevitably deforms along the hinge, UFG is designed to distribute bending stress more evenly across the panel. In theory, this approach could reduce the crease to the point where it becomes visually imperceptible during everyday use. The testing is said to be ongoing as Apple refines manufacturing processes and long-term reliability targets ahead of an expected 2026 launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models. The timing may appear late in Apple's development cycle, but it doesn't necessarily suggest a delay. Apple is likely currently transitioning from design validation into early production validation, where the big hardware decisions are already locked in, but more high-risk components continue to undergo final qualification. Apple testing UFG now could be part of an effort to validate the novel way it's being applied, rather than to do with a decision about whether to use the technology at all. Apple could have more mature UTG solutions available as a fallback if its targets are not met. The report also claims that multiple Chinese display makers are also evaluating UFG-based solutions, suggesting the technology is approaching commercial readiness. iPhone Fold: Launch, Pricing, and What to Expect From Apple's Foldable The foldable iPhone is expected to feature a book-style design with an approximately 5.3- to 5.5-inch outer display and a 7.8-inch inner screen. It will reportedly use liquid metal hinges to achieve a virtually crease-free display and is expected to be priced between $2,000 and $2,500, making it Apple's most expensive iPhone ever.Tags: Digital Chat Station, Foldable iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:31 pmItaly fines Apple $115 million over App Tracking Transparency
The Italian antitrust agency says Apple abuses its dominant market position with the App Store and has fined it $115 million having apparently misunderstood App Tracking Transparency.Apple's App Store award trophyItaly's Autorita Garante Della Concorrenza E Del Mercato (AGCM) competition authority began an investigation back in May 2023. At the time, it said this was in part because Apple imposed "a more restrictive privacy policy" on third-party developers than it does itself.The privacy policy is Apple's App Tracking Transparency (ATT), which was in iOS 14.5 as a way to let users decide whether each specific app developer should be allowed to track their activity. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:15 pmTraveling for the holidays? Pack these 13 essential iPhone apps and gadgets
Macworld I’ve had more than a few mornings where I’ve woken up, impulsively booked a one-way ticket to a foreign country, tossed some clothes in a bag, and flown off solo. A couple of decades ago, that kind of spontaneity would’ve been far less practical. Today, thanks to remote work and some new-ish inventions, the process is easier than ever before. No matter your destination, reason for travel, or length of stay, your iPhone can help you plan and make the most of your trip. Your exact needs will depend on your travel style, but for nearly every journey, these 13 apps and gadgets are worth packing. 1. Flight finder First, you’ll need to book your flight, and, in most cases, the available airlines are numerous. Instead of manually checking each airline’s website to compare air fares, you could use services like Google Flights and Expedia. Said websites list the various options and help you skim through them to find the most affordable or convenient flight. Once booked, you may also want to download a flight tracker, like Flighty, to get notified about important updates. These include potential delays, the gate number, your flight’s status, and much more. 2. Accommodation rental service You’ll then need to figure out where you’re staying. After picking a city of interest, you may want to use apps like Airbnb or Booking.com to find a rental apartment or hotel. If the listing you’re after is owned by a known, trusted company, you may want to check if they support direct booking on their personal website. This could spare you from paying high commission fees to third parties. 3. eSIM A few years ago, the norm was purchasing a (typically overpriced) physical SIM card from the airport or local carrier when you land. These days are fortunately over, as most countries now support the eSIM technology. Personally, I’ve been using Airalo for half a decade, and I’ve never encountered any issues with it. The app lets you buy data eSIMs that you can install on your iPhone—even before you leave your home country. Once you arrive at your destination, the eSIM will automatically activate, letting you browse the web and FaceTime your loved ones. Nomad eSIM is another popular service. Foundry 4. Offline map While eSIMs are generally reliable, it’s better to be safe than sorry in foreign lands. Before your flight, you may want to download the destination’s map for offline access—just in case. Apple Maps and Google Maps are both compatible with the feature. However, the latter option tends to offer more detailed and up-to-date information outside North America. Just search for a location (like a city, not a specific building) and look for the Download button. Or, drop a pin in the area you’re going to and then tap the Download button. Foundry 5. Reliable translator Apple Translate and Google Translate support downloading language pairs for offline translation. Likewise, Google’s service is objectively superior, as it is compatible with most of the commonly spoken languages and is generally more accurate. Apple’s version is still limited to a few language pairs, and the output quality can be inferior. Before heading to the airport, you may want to download the relevant language packs, as English isn’t widely spoken in all regions. 6. ANC-enabled headphones It goes without saying that you’ll also need a pair of earbuds that support active noise cancellation (ANC). As an iPhone user, you may want to opt for the AirPods Pro 3 or Beats Studio Pro, due to their native integration with iOS. I use both products during my travels, as smaller earbuds are more convenient when exploring outdoors, while headphones can be more comfortable and immersive during long flights. 7. Protective case Given the increased dependence on our iPhones (itinerary, Apple Pay cards, booking confirmation, etc.), you wouldn’t want to break yours—especially when abroad. Even if you’re subscribed to AppleCare+, finding an official or authorized repair center may not always be feasible in certain countries. And you won’t want to waste your limited vacation time dealing with technicians anyway. That’s why we advise you to apply a protective case, preferably a rugged one, during your trip. We have a roundup of some of our favorite cases for the latest iPhones here. 8. Battery boosters Similarly, you wouldn’t want your iPhone’s battery to die as you step into uncharted territory. First, research the country you’re traveling to, and buy any necessary adapters in advance—if needed. You may also want to buy longer charging cables, as the sockets’ location isn’t always within easy reach. Otherwise, consider investing in a quality power bank as a backup charging option when on the go. Some reputable brands with solid options include Anker, Belkin, Ugreen, and Baseus. Just ensure the power bank’s specifications and capacity don’t violate your airline’s policy to avoid any airport trouble. We have a roundup of some of the best Magsafe power banks. 9. AirTag Speaking of airlines and airports, an AirTag can help you locate your checked luggage on the baggage carousel—thanks to Apple’s Precision Finding feature. If, for some reason, the airline loses your bag, you can also share its live location with the relevant company to help retrieve it. If you’re traveling with friends or family, it’s a good idea to add each other in the Find My app’s People tab. Precision Finding works with newer iPhones, letting you find their exact location in crowded places. Foundry 10. VPN Another handy service for travelers is a virtual private network (VPN). Many countries ban certain websites and restrict online content. Your favorite TV streaming service may also not work as expected (or at all) when abroad. A VPN app, such as ProtonVPN, can usually bypass these limitations by borrowing an IP address from your home country—providing uninterrupted access to your favorite platforms. Check our list of the best iPhone and iPad VPNs to find one that meets your needs and budget. 11. Ride-hailing app Public transport has become dependable in many parts of the world. However, sometimes you may need to tour areas where the system doesn’t operate or during late hours. It’s wise to keep a ride-hailing app installed on your iPhone just in case you’re ever stranded in the middle of nowhere. Check online which apps work in the country you’re visiting, as Uber and Lyft don’t operate worldwide, and you may need to download a local alternative. You might want to go through the steps of setting up your account before you leave, if possible. 12. Food delivery service In a similar fashion, you may also want to install a local food delivery app in case the midnight cravings hit. While tourists generally tend to eat out, sometimes you’re just too tired for that after a long day out. 13. Apple TV 4K Apple TV 4K (2022, 3. Gen.) 128GB WiFi + Ethernet Read our review Price When Reviewed: 64GB – $129 | 128GB $149 Best Prices Today: $129 at Apple We’ve reached a point where most of the relevant hotels offer smart TVs. Nevertheless, signing in with your personal accounts to access your streaming services can be tiresome and risky. That’s why during long trips I take my Apple TV 4K with me; it is portable and has all of my favorite apps installed.12:07 pmiPhone 18 Trial Production to Start in February Ahead of Spring 2027 Launch
Apple is reportedly preparing to begin trial production of the iPhone 18 after Chinese New Year, according to Weibo-based leaker Fixed Focus Digital. The claim suggests small-scale manufacturing runs will start once factories return to normal operations following the Lunar New Year shutdown, which typically ends in late February. The Chinese leaker claims that production lines for the iPhone 18 Pro models have already been set up, indicating that the Pro hardware design has already been locked in. The leaker adds that the scope of external design changes is expected to be smaller than some may be anticipating. That lines up with reports that the iPhone 18 Pro models will feature the same general design as the iPhone 17 Pro models, with the triple-lens rear camera system residing within the new camera plateau. The report also fits with Apple's rumored shift to a split iPhone launch cycle. Under the reported strategy, the iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to debut in September 2026 alongside Apple's first foldable iPhone, while the standard iPhone 18 will follow later with the iPhone 18e for a spring 2027 launch. Apple's iPhone 18 models could feature a simplified Camera Control button without a capacitive sensor to cut costs, but pressure sensing will still be available for all of the button functions. The standard iPhone 18 could be also upgraded to 12GB RAM in 2026, while adopting TSMC's 2nm architecture for the A20 chip, but beyond that we don't have many specifics about what else to expect at this time. As for the iPhone 18 Pro models, they are expected to debut Apple's A20 Pro chip and could potentially feature under-screen Face ID technology, not to mention a variable aperture lens, and a new three-layer stacked image sensor made by Samsung. Apple is also expected to use the device to debut its next-generation, custom-made C2 modem. Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tag: Fixed Focus DigitalRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:56 amInstagram long-form videos and full control of your feed may be on the cards
Instagram long-form videos have previously been a possibility the company has ruled out, but its head Adam Mosseri now says that it might be that the platform needs it. One thing he is promising is a way to allow users to “proactively shape content in their feeds,” although you shouldn’t hold your breath for this … more…11:30 amThe iPhone 17e may be Apple’s last chance to save the budget phone
Macworld It’s been a mixed year for the iPhone. Overall, the largest jewel in Apple’s product crown remains an industry-shaping juggernaut ($49 billion in revenue for the fourth quarter alone, up 6 percent on the previous year), but for various reasons and in various ways, some models failed to pull their weight in 2025. Five iPhones came out this year, and we can divide that group into three successes and two failures. The iPhone 17 picked up rave reviews for its improvements on the 16 and overperformed, while the two Pro models seemingly sold like hotcakes. But the divisive iPhone Air has reportedly proven a commercial disappointment, and the less said about the iPhone 16e, the better. Of the two struggling phones, the 16e is more of a worry. The Air’s apparent low sales are being shielded by the higher-priced Pro models, which, in some ways, is perfectly fine. The Air doesn’t really need to be a big seller to do its job. It made headlines, drew people into the Applr Store, and still has value as a testbed for the tech developments necessary for a foldable iPhone. Whereas the iPhone 16e is currently Apple’s only entry point to the vast and lucrative budget market, and isn’t a testbed for anything other than customers’ willingness to compromise on basic features. With all this in mind, 2026 is set to be a big year for the iPhone. The iPhone Fold is expected to land in the fall, but the launch of the iPhone 17e in the spring could be even more significant. This will give Apple a chance–maybe its last chance–to demonstrate actual value to budget phone buyers before they ditch their old faithful 2nd-gen iPhone SEs, buy a Pixel 9a or Galaxy A17 5G, and leave the iOS ecosystem forever. The problem with the iPhone 16e is that it takes too much and gives too little. It can barely be classified as a budget product, coming in at $599 compared to the iPhone SE 3’s $429. Yet on the features side, it falls short in far too many areas to justify that mid-market price tag. To convince budget buyers, Apple needs to drop the price, or raise the features. It looks like the second approach is more likely. Last week, a report suggested that one of the 16e’s most gratuitously annoying compromises, the lack of MagSafe, could be corrected on the next generation; pundits speculate that this may be a response to Google adding Qi2 support to the Pixel 10 and making the 16e’s value proposition look even more threadbare. With the Pixel 10a slated to launch soon after the 17e, at a lower price and with the company’s own brand of magnetic wireless charging, the comparison would be particularly embarrassing. So MagSafe may be added to the list. Is that enough to move the needle? I doubt it. But hopefully Apple won’t stop there. Part of the issue with the 16e’s lopsided spec sheet was Apple’s desire to make it AI-ready, which necessitated the inclusion of a high-end processor and plenty of RAM; to keep the price low (ish), compromises had to be made in other areas. But with that hurdle cleared, the 17e can be rather more balanced. The RAM can stay the same, and perhaps we can have a second rear camera lens. Or a Dynamic Island. Or, who knows, a couple of extra color options. Do I think the iPhone 17e will be a true budget option? No. Do I think it will be a well-equipped mid-ranger? Maybe. But in a year that will inevitably be dominated by a very very expensive iPhone, let’s hope that Apple remembers the importance of value. Foundry Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but it’s cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too. Have your say: In defence of Siri A very interesting email came my way following last week’s rant about Siri. Garry, a self-professed “Apple freak,” raised an important point: it’s difficult for a company to understand and predict user behavior while also respecting user privacy. “The ‘smartest’ voice assistant is the one that has the most information about the user,” he wrote. “So, naturally, Google is currently ahead in the ‘smart’ race because the reason for each and every Google app is to collect as much data about users as possible. So… if Apple sticks to its goal of not invading a user’s privacy, it has a big problem making Siri ‘smarter’, doesn’t it? “Personally, given the choice between privacy and a more with-it Siri, I’ll take privacy every time.” Thanks, Garry. If you have any thoughts, positive or negative, about the contents of this article, feel free to drop me an email. Trending: Top stories RAM prices are out of control. When should Apple users start worrying? I used AirPods Live Translation for a real conversation, and all I have to say is ‘Wow!’ Locked out of your Apple account? Good luck, says an aggrieved Macalope. John Brandon is a GenZ dad. These are the iPhone accessories his kids (and yours) will love. Blast from the past! iWeb and Aperture live (for now) on Apple.com. Podcast of the week It was a big year for Apple software and services. In the latest episode of the Macworld Podcast we talk about Liquid Glass, Apple Intelligence, Apple TV, and the other launches that shaped the company’s 2025. You can catch every episode of the Macworld Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, the Podcasts app, or our own site. Reviews corner Baseus Nomos Mac Air NU1: Portable DisplayLink docking station. Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Dock: Affordable fast Thunderbolt plus handy power options. Mobile Pixels Duex Float 2 Pro: Portable screen that floats above your MacBook. The rumor mill New report claims Apple’s 2026-27 iPhone roadmap includes 7 new models. An M5 Max iMac Pro reportedly exists–but we may never be able to buy it. Chinese rumor account claims to have more details about the folding iPhone. iPhone 18 Pro could change Apple’s front camera design in a major way. Video of the week @macworld.com Remember the iMac Pro #imacpro ♬ original sound – Macworld – Macworld Eight years ago, Apple launched the iMac Pro. We reminisce about this one-off in our latest short. Enjoy all our video on TikTok or Instagram. Software updates, bugs, and problems If you care about the security of your iPhone, go update right now. iOS 26.2 will turn on automatic updates if you’re not careful. First iOS 26.3 beta arrives as launch of new Siri nears. And with that, we’re done for this week’s Apple Breakfast. If you’d like to get regular roundups, sign up for our newsletters, including our new email from The Macalope–an irreverent, humorous take on the latest news and rumors from a half-man, half-mythical Mac beast. You can also follow us on Facebook, Threads, Bluesky, or X for discussion of breaking Apple news stories. See you next Monday, and stay Appley.11:11 amVisa-holding staff should not leave the US, warns Apple
Lawyers for Apple, Google, and Microsoft have reportedly told staff to stay in the US, if they require a visa stamp to re-enter the country.Back in 2020, President Trump signed an executive order suspending foreign work visas, including the H-1B one that lets firms employ graduate workers in speciality occupations. Apple objected at the time, but that was about the issuing of new H-1B visas. What's happening now concerns staff who already have one.Such an employee must have a valid visa stamp in their passport to re-enter the US. According to Business Insider, lawyers advising Apple, Google, and Microsoft say that there are now delays in getting such a stamp of up to a year.Consequently, law firm Fragomen, representing Apple, reportedly contacted visa holders in the company to warn them against traveling."Given the recent updates and the possibility of unpredictable, extended delays when returning to the U.S., we strongly recommend that employees without a valid H-1B visa stamp avoid international travel for now," the firm told visa holders. "If travel cannot be postponed, employees should connect with Apple Immigration and Fragomen in advance to discuss the risks." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:48 amiOS VibeCoding tools
What is the best vibecoding tool for iOS development? submitted by /u/rleondk [link] [comments]10:34 amApple Developer's Account Restored After Compromised Gift Card Incident
"It's all fixed," says that Apple developer who was locked out of his Apple Account after redeeming a compromised Apple Gift Card. "A lovely man from Singapore, working for Apple Executive Relations, who has been calling me every so often for a couple of days, has let me know it's all fixed. It looks like the gift card I tried to redeem, which did not work for me, and did not credit my account, was already redeemed in some way (sounds like classic gift card tampering), and my account was caught by that. "Obviously it's unacceptable that this can happen, and I'm still trying to get more information out of him, but at least things are now mostly working. "Strangely, he did tell me to only ever buy gift cards from Apple themselves; I asked if that means Apple's supply chain of Blackhawk Network, InComm, and other gift card vendors is insecure, and he was unwilling to comment." Updates to his original blog post now include a frequently-asked questions list: Yes, I have the receipt for the card, including the activation receipt. Yes, the card was legitimately purchased, it's not from eBay. Yes, I have contacted the retailer. Yes, I do have backups... No, I don't know why parts of the account still kinda work, and parts don't. No, I didn't write this article with AI... Yes, Apple really did use emojis in their Live Chat... Read more of this story at Slashdot.10:34 amApple Developer's Account Restored After Compromised Gift Card Incident
"It's all fixed," says that Apple developer who was locked out of his Apple Account after redeeming a compromised Apple Gift Card. "A lovely man from Singapore, working for Apple Executive Relations, who has been calling me every so often for a couple of days, has let me know it's all fixed. It looks like the gift card I tried to redeem, which did not work for me, and did not credit my account, was already redeemed in some way (sounds like classic gift card tampering), and my account was caught by that. "Obviously it's unacceptable that this can happen, and I'm still trying to get more information out of him, but at least things are now mostly working. "Strangely, he did tell me to only ever buy gift cards from Apple themselves; I asked if that means Apple's supply chain of Blackhawk Network, InComm, and other gift card vendors is insecure, and he was unwilling to comment." Updates to his original blog post now include a frequently-asked questions list: Yes, I have the receipt for the card, including the activation receipt. Yes, the card was legitimately purchased, it's not from eBay. Yes, I have contacted the retailer. Yes, I do have backups... No, I don't know why parts of the account still kinda work, and parts don't. No, I didn't write this article with AI... Yes, Apple really did use emojis in their Live Chat... Read more of this story at Slashdot.09:33 amAnyone using any AI Coding Models paired with XCode?
I have been using Cursor all year for various projects in React Native among other code bases. I recently switched to Mac as I wanted to focus app development purely on iOS. So I have started to build using SwiftUI in XCode and I did use Cursor CLI to start building my app, but once […]09:27 amBest external hard drives for Mac 2026: Get a low cost storage boost
Macworld It’s not possible to upgrade the storage in Macs, so it’s a good idea to buy an external drive to provide extra storage for all your work files, photos, videos, and games. And, of course, you should always have an external drive available for making Time Machine backups in case anything ever goes wrong. The best choice for you will depend on how much storage you want and how much you are willing to spend. Solid-state drives (SSDs) are the best option as they’re fast, reliable, and compact. Hard drives on the other hand are slower, but you get a lot more storage for your money. If a SSD sounds like it meets your needs, read Best external SSD for Mac. Otherwise read on to find the best hard drives we have used with our Macs. Best Hard Drive for Mac Below we rank the best hard drives we have reviewed recently. Below these reviews you’ll find buying advice that explains what you should be looking for when purchasing a hard drive to use with a Mac. 1. Seagate Expansion Desktop: Smart and fast Pros Low price per terabyte Up to 24TB Cons Requires AC adapter Price When Reviewed: 4TB: $120 I 6TB: $110 I 8TB: $160 I 10TB: $270 I 12TB: $300 I 14TB: $430 I 16: $230 I 18TB: $250 I 24TB: $540 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Seagate $119.99 View Deal $138.01 View Deal $144.99 View Deal $191.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket You will need to reformat the Mac you will need to reformat the Seagate Expansion Desktop with a Mac. Once complete, the drive should be detected and you will be able to use it as you would any hard drive. It measures approximately 7-inches long, by 4.9-inches wide, by 1.65-inches thick and weighs around 2.5-pounds and comes in black with plenty of ventilation grating, and diagonal grooves spicing up significantly what would otherwise be a bland countenance. It’s not bad looking. The Seagate Expansion Desktop is available in a variety of capacities and can provide up to 24TB in a single unit. You won’t get that much storage in an SSD, and even if you could this will cost a lot less than the same allocation in an SSD. Of course, the difference is that an SSD is a lot faster, but our 16TB test unit was a lot faster than you might think. Instead of the usual 120- to 140MBps its smaller 2.5-inch cousins read and write at, the Expansion Desktop managed almost 280MBps. While it’s not fast compared to an SSD, the Expansion Desktop is workable for streaming and background operations, is far faster than 2.5-inch external HDDs, and you sure as heck can’t beat the capacity. 2. Western Digital My Passport Ultra for Mac – Big storage in a small case Pros Up to 6TB of storage Far cheaper per terabyte than SSDs Type-C connectivity Attractive design fits in your (large) pocket Cons Hard drive-level performance Price When Reviewed: $84.99 (2TB), $129.99 (4TB), $139.99 (5TB), $199.99 (6TB) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $79.99 View Deal $79.99 View Deal Western Digital $85 View Deal $89.99 View Deal $126.34 View Deal $139.99 View Deal $179.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The WD My Passport Ultra for Mac is a 2.5-inch external USB hard drive that offers a pretty decent storage capacity of 6TB for around $200/£200. The 5TB unit currently offers the best bang for your buck at $28 per terabyte. The drive delivers 110MBps read and write speed, making it suitable for media streaming and Time Machine backups running in the background. The My Passport Ultra for Mac features a USB-C port. Until recently, external 2.5-inch USB hard drives unanimously used USB micro-B SuperSpeed connectors (for extra power) on the drive and USB-A on the other end of the cable. WD bundles a USB-C to USB-C cable and a USB-C to USB-A adapter to accommodate older and current connection scenarios. The first time you attach the drive a.dmg file for installing WD’s Discovery application appears. Discovery can import your data from your Dropbox, Google Drive, or OneDrive accounts. You’ll also find links for the WD Drive Utilities, WD Security (encryption, password protection), and a branded version of Acronis’s True Image backup software. It’s not a bad software bundle, you don’t have to use it of course. In our tests the My Passport Ultra for Mac delivered a transfer rate of up to 110MBps, which is fast enough for several audio or movie streams. But in a world becoming accustomed to 3GBps speed on USB4/Thunderbolt external SSDs you may not find this fast. It is still a great storage device for a large multimedia collection and is suitable for background backup with Time Machine. The My Passport Ultra for Mac is a great storage device for a large multimedia collection and can stream across the network at 2.5Gbps. Read our full My Passport Ultra for Mac review 3. Seagate Ultra Touch HDD: Best Mac hard drive Pros Competitive price 2TB, 4TB or 5TB storage Password protection and encryption Cons Average performance Larger and heavier than original model Price When Reviewed: $99.99 (2TB), $159.99 (4TB), $164.99 (5TB) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Seagate $99.99 View Deal $107.22 View Deal $163.32 View Deal $174.09 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The original Seagate Ultra Touch was a pocket-size hard drive with an attractively slim and lightweight design. It was a fairly old design though, limited to either 1TB or 2TB of storage, and it was still using an old USB 3.0 interface that required an adaptor in order to work with more modern Macs and PCs with USB-C. This updated version of the Ultra Touch updates most aspects of the drive’s design. It’s slightly larger and heavier, but now starts with a minimum of 2TB storage, with 4TB or 5TB models also available if you need additional storage. This new model now has a USB-C interface too, with a lengthy (50cm) USB-C cable included as well. The 2TB model – which is finished in cloud white – is still fairly slim, measuring just 13.2mm thick, 80mm wide and 115mm long, and weighing a modest 168g, so it’s a good option if you just need a lightweight, portable drive that you can slip into your pocket or a bag. The 4TB and 5TB models are finished in a darker pebble grey and are slightly larger and heavier, measuring 23mm thick and weighing 267g. You can’t buy the Ultra Touch directly from Seagate, so you’ll have to shop around online, and prices do seem to vary quite a lot. Seagate pricing is as follows: $164.99/£179.99 for 5TB, $159.99/£154.99 for 4TB, $99.99/£109.99 for 2TB. However, the average prices that we came across during testing were around $79.99/£99.99 for the 2TB model that we tested, while the 4TB and 5TB models are around $124.99/£139.99 and $207.99/£164.99 respectively. Performance is similar to that of the original Ultra Touch, at 130MB/s for both read and write speeds, which is around average for a portable drive such as this. The Ultra Touch includes some additional features too, such as the ability to create mirror folders on your Mac and the Ultra Touch drive that are automatically synced and updated whenever you make any changes to those folders. The Toolkit app also provides 256-bit encryption and password protection for extra security, making the Ultra Touch a good option for people who need to keep important files secure when they’re working away from the office. Customers in the US can also use Seagate’s Data Recovery service to rescue files in the event that the drive is damaged (although this service isn’t available in all regions).–Cliff Joseph 4. Western Digital My Passport: Best budget drive Pros Provides up to 6TB storage Competitive price Password protection Cons Could be faster Larger than most portable drives No USB-C interface Price When Reviewed: $84.99 (2TB), $127.99 (4TB), $139.99 (5TB), $184.99 (6TB) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $74.99 View Deal $74.99 View Deal Western Digital $84.99 View Deal $94.59 View Deal $114.99 View Deal $122.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Western Digital has updated its popular portable hard drive. The 2024 version of My Passport, available in dark blue, offers the world’s first 2.5-inch 6TB model (claims the company). There is no longer a 1TB version. Instead, the range starts with 2TB for $84.99/£75.99. There are also 4TB and 5TB models, while the 6TB model costs a reasonable $184.99/£165.99.The 2TB model is slimmer and lighter than the others, measuring 13.5mm thick, 75mm wide, and 107mm long, and weighing just 140g. The 4TB and 5TB models increase to a thickness of 19.2mm, while the 6TB model is 20.6mm thick, weighing 210g.The My Passport drive still uses an ageing USB Micro-B interface, but Western Digital includes a USB-A cable with a separate USB-C adaptor for compatibility with newer Macs with USB-C and older Macs with USB-A. We’ve also looked at the My Passport Ultra for Mac (above), which uses USB-A pr USB-C via an adaptor. The My Passport drive also includes Western Digital’s Discovery app for Mac and Windows, providing password protection and encryption features. Read our full Western Digital My Passport review 5. SanDisk Professional G-Drive ArmorATD: Best rugged portable drive Pros Cheap for the capacity Attractive design USB Type-C Cons Formatted to exFAT so you’ll need to reformat it in Disk Utility Price When Reviewed: $99.99 (1TB), $119.99 (2TB), $149.99 (4TB), $189.99 (5TB), $229.99 (6TB) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Western Digital $99.99 View Deal $189.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The ArmorATD starts at $99.99/£89.99 for 1TB, rising to $229.99/£225.99 for the new 6TB model. It’s an enclosure with a 2.5-inch hard drive inside that’s shock-mounted, and the rugged aluminum case is surrounded by a silicon sock for extra protection. It will withstand minor abuse, more when off than on and the disks are spinning, but your best bet with any hard drive is not to treat it like a hockey puck. The connection is USB-C with a speed rating of 5Gbps (USB 3.1/Gen 1)–plenty fast enough for any hard drive. The drive warranty is for three years. You’ll get around 120MBps writing and 127MBps reading maximum (with large files) from the ArmorATD on your Mac. Good stuff. The Armor ATD arrives formatted to exFAT so you’re good to go out of the box under both macOS and Windows. However, exFAT will extract a 5 percent max penalty, so Mac users will want to reformat the drive. –Jon L. Jacobi Read our full G-Drive ArmorATD review 6. LaCie Mobile Drive: Best value Pros Competitive price LaCie’s ToolKit app Cons Not the fastest hard drive available Price When Reviewed: $79.99 (1TB); $109.99 (2TB); $149.99 (4TB); $169.99 (5TB) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $72 View Deal $79.99 View Deal $79.99 View Deal LaCie $79.99 View Deal $81.47 View Deal $99.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket LaCie’s Mobile Drive has been on our list of the best hard drives for Mac users for a while and this version was released in 2022. The 2022 Mobile Drive adopts an Apple-style slimline, rectangular design with smooth rounded corners with the LaCie logo right in the center. Prices start at a competitive $79.99/£69.99 for a drive with 1TB storage (that’s a price cut from the initial £79.99 in the U.K.), but there are also models with 2TB, 4TB, and 5TB available too. The 1TB and 2TB models measure just 10.4mm thick, 85mm wide, and 118mm long, and weigh 200g, so they’re easy to pick up and carry around with your laptop. The 4TB and 5TB models are a little thicker – at 20.4mm – and weigh 300g, but that’s still a good size for portable hard drives that provide such high capacity. They’re all constructed out of recycled aluminum, and sturdy enough to cope with life on the road. You can use them for your Time Machine backups, but LaCie’s ToolKit app – for macOS 10.14 or later – also allows you to create a Mirror folder that is automatically updated whenever you make any changes to the files or data within that folder. The drive has a USB-C interface, with a USB-C cable included in the box, and recorded write and read speeds of 126MB/s and 130MB/s respectively when running the BlackMagic Disk Speed Test. There are faster hard drives available, but that’s still a respectable speed for a compact hard drive such as this, and the Mobile Drive 2022 remains a good, affordable backup drive for MacBook owners – and even owners of desktop Macs who may need the larger 4TB or 5TB models. —Cliff Joseph 7. Seagate Special Edition Firecuda: Best for collectors Pros It’s Baby Yoda! ToolKit app Cons USB-C adapter not included Formatted for Windows PCs, so you’ll need to reformat it using Disk Utility Price When Reviewed: $139.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Seagate $139.99 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Seagate has a range of special edition Firecuda drives that sport designs taken from Marvel and Star Wars films. There are drives with Spiderman, Boba Fett and the Mandolorian, but our favorite is the ‘small and powerful’ Baby Yoda drive (yes, we know his name is Grogu, but he’ll always be Baby Yoda to us). And, when attached to your Mac, the drive is even displayed on your desktop with a Baby Yoda icon as well. These special edition drives are only available with 2TB storage. They’re priced at $139.99/£139.99 on Seagate’s website, which is a little pricey for a 2TB drive so you’re paying a bit extra for the Star Wars vibe. Some are now discounted including Grogu, who is now $59.99 in the U.S., and we have seen them at lower prices elsewhere online. It’s a little larger than some portable drives, measuring 14.5mm thick, 80mm wide, and 122mm long. It’s sturdily built though and only weighs 167g, so it’s still light enough to just pick it up and slip it onto a bag with your laptop when you’re traveling. The only minor oddity with the design is that it uses a USB 3.2 interface with a USB-A cable–to provide compatibility with Xbox consoles, apparently, so you’ll need a USB-C adaptor if your Mac only has USB-C. The Firecuda drive is formatted in the ExFat format for Windows PCs, but you can reformat it for Macs using Disk Utility, and Seagate’s ToolKit app will run on any Mac with macOS 10.14 or later. The drive will work with Time Machine on your Mac, but the ToolKit app also allows you to create a special Mirror folder on your Mac that is always kept in sync with a matching Mirror folder on the Firecuda drive. The app even lets you customize the colored lighting effects for the status light on the front of the drive too. Seagate doesn’t quote a speed for the drive, but we recorded read and write speeds of 130MB/s in our tests. Professional users might prefer a faster hard drive or SSD, but that’s a respectable speed for a portable hard drive such as this, and the Firecuda is a really good – not to mention seriously cute – option for day-to-day backups on your Mac. –Cliff Joseph 8. Western Digital My Book: Great if you need A LOT of storage Pros Up to 22TB storage Good performance (for a hard drive) Competitive price Cons Uses old USB 3.0 interface Requires mains power Price When Reviewed: $134.99 (4TB), $159.99 (6TB), $179.99 (8TB), $259.99 (12TB), $299.99 (14TB), $319.99 (16TB), $349.99 (18TB), $499.99 (22TB), $579.99 (24TB) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $132.42 View Deal $136.99 View Deal $139.99 View Deal $139.99 View Deal $169.54 View Deal $185.67 View Deal Western Digital $499.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket More and more people are now using a MacBook as their main computer, so the trend with hard drives in recent years has been towards smaller, more portable drives that you can easily carry around with your laptop. That’s fine if you only need 1TB or 2TB of storage, but there are times when you may need a larger, desktop drive that can store several terabytes of files and data. Western Digital’s My Book range of desktop drives has been around for quite a few years, but the range provides up to 24TB of storage (we looked at the 22TB model) – which should be more than enough for photographers, designers and video-editors who work with large, high-res files every day. Prices actually start at $134.99 / £120.99 for a My Book drive with 4TB of storage, and there are several other models along the way before you reach the 22TB drive that we review here, which costs $499.99 / £502.99, and the 24GB drive that costs $579.99 / £570.99. Not surprisingly, the My Book is very much designed for desktop use. It measures 6.7 x 1.9 x 5.5-inches (170 x 49mm x 139mm), and weighs 2.20 pounds (1kg), and also requires a mains power supply, so it’s not a drive that’s going to leave your home or office very often. It’s a bit odd that the drive still uses an aging USB 3.0 interface, with a USB-A cable provided for connecting to a Mac or PC, so you may need to provide a USB-C adaptor for Macs that no longer have USB-A ports. However, the My Book does provide good protection and security for all your files, with 256-bit encryption and password protection available in the WD Security app for Mac and Windows. The drive itself has a three-year warranty, and professional users might also want to sign up for WD’s Data Recovery plan – from $9.99 / £9.99 for two years – which can retrieve lost data if the drive does get badly damaged. Performance is good too – despite the aging USB interface – with the My Book recording read and write speeds of 215MB/s. That’s almost twice as fast as most of the smaller, portable drives that we review here, so the My Book will be a good option for people who need a lot of storage for their important work files. And if 22TB isn’t enough, there’s also a model called the My Book Duo, which provides RAID storage options using two internal hard drives for a total of 44TB of storage for $1,119 / £1,289.99. 9. LaCie 1big Dock: Best for pro and creative users Pros Multiple ports including a second Thunderbolt port, DisplayPort 1.4 interface and memory card slots Cons Smallest capacity of 4TB Price When Reviewed: $369 (4TB); $469 (8TB); $519 (10TB); $679 (16TB); $789 (18TB) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price LaCie $369 View Deal $499.95 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket As the name suggests, LaCie’s 1big Dock is more than just a straightforward hard drive. It starts at $369/£349.99 for a drive with 4TB storage, going up to $889/£869.99 for 18TB, and its 7,200rpm IronWolf Pro hard drive provides strong performance with read and write speeds of 235MBps via its Thunderbolt 3 port. That makes it a good option for anyone that needs a fast drive for large video, photos, and audio files. The primary Thunderbolt port also provides power for charging a MacBook laptop as well. You even have the option of popping open the front panel to swap out the standard hard drive and insert a new drive to provide an instant upgrade. But the thing that really makes the 1big Dock stand out from most of its hard drive rivals is its built-in hub and connectivity features. There’s a second Thunderbolt port that will allow you to connect additional Thunderbolt and USB-C devices, and a DisplayPort 1.4 interface for an external monitor. The front of the drive also provides a standard USB 3.0 port and slots for both SD and CompactFlash (CF) memory cards, making it a great option for creative users who need to import files from cameras and other devices. There’s also a version of the 1big Dock available that uses faster solid-state storage too–of course, it’s quite a bit more expensive. –Cliff Joseph 10. WD Black P10: Best for gamers Pros Competitively priced Cons USB 3.2 with USB-A cable – USB-C adapter not included Price When Reviewed: From $79.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Western Digital $79.98 View Deal $88.01 View Deal $108.28 View Deal $124.99 View Deal $124.99 View Deal $129.99 View Deal $134.99 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The WD Black P10 provides a more portable alternative to the WD Black D10, which is geared for desktop use. It’s not as fast as the D10, but it can draw power from a USB port, so you can simply plug it into any Mac, PC, or games console when you need to back up your files. It’s relatively large for a portable drive, measuring a chunky 20mm thick, 88mm wide, and 118mm long, but its reinforced casing is sturdy enough to cope with being bumped around in a backpack when you’re traveling. The drive is rated at a relatively modest 140MB/s for both read and write performance, although our tests actually recorded speeds of 120MB/s and 110MB/s for read and write performance respectively. That’s not going to break any records, but it’s fine for the occasional Time Machine backup or for storing lots of games, photos, videos, and other multimedia files. The P10 is also competitively priced, starting at just $89.99/£80.99 for a healthy 2TB of storage. There are 4TB and 5TB models available too, so the P10 is a good option for Mac users who have really large collections of photos and videos that they can’t fit onto their Mac’s internal drive. The only oddity is that the P10 uses an aging USB 3.2 interface. There’s a USB cable included, but it has a USB-A connector, so you’ll need to provide an adaptor for Macs that only have USB-C. —Cliff Joseph 11. WD Black D10: Best budget performer Pros Competitive price Fast Cons 8TB model only Requires USB-C adapter Requires external power supply Price When Reviewed: 8TB – £259.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $189.99 View Deal $189.99 View Deal $205.82 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Western Digital’s WD Black drives are primarily aimed at gamers who want a fast drive to boost loading times for their games, which explains why the menacing black design of this D10 desktop drive looks like a piece of heavyweight munitions from the Call Of Duty games. But a fast drive will also appeal to anyone that has a lot of photos, videos, and audio files that they want to store on their Mac, and the D10 has other features that can come in handy too. Some aspects of the design are a little odd. There’s only one version available, with 8TB storage, although its $240/£199.99 price tag on Amazon is still competitive for a fast drive such as this. It’s equipped with only an old USB A interface (even though it is USB 3.2) perhaps to provide compatibility with older games consoles, so you’ll need an adapter if your Mac only has USB-C. Its 7,200-rpm drive provides very good performance, reaching read and write speeds of 245MBps and 240MBps, respectively. The D10 requires an external power supply, so it’s very much designed for desktop use, but it also has two additional USB 3.2 ports on the back of the drive that can provide power to other devices, such as an iPhone or iPad. These ports are only for charging, though, so you can’t use the D10 as a dock for connecting peripherals such as a printer or memory stick. –Cliff Joseph SSD vs Hard Drive Modern solid-state drives (SSD) are the best option as they’re really fast, reliable, and compact. However, SSDs are still relatively expensive, with 1TB drives costing around $100/£150, whereas that same amount of money can get you a 4TB basic desktop hard drive with a USB interface (drives with high-speed Thunderbolt ports tend to be more expensive). See: Best external SSD for Mac. Hard drives are slower than SSDs, but if you need lots of storage for your important files and back-ups then a good old-fashioned hard drive is still the most affordable option. There are plenty of choices when it comes to hard drives, with compact, portable hard drives designed for use with laptops, and desktop drives with larger capacities if you really need a lot of storage. Some hard drives also provide additional features, such as built-in docks with lots of Thunderbolt and USB ports, or perhaps allowing you to open up the casing of the drive and insert a new drive for an instant upgrade. How to choose the right Mac hard drive We’ve rounded up the best Mac hard drives above, but before making a buying decision you need to think about how you’ll be using the device. To find the best hard drive for your needs, you need to answer a few questions. How much storage do I need? Hard drive storage is relatively cheap. Unless you are really out to save your pennies, the smallest size of hard drive we’d recommend is 1TB. Upgrades to 2TB, 3TB, and even 4TB are also cost-effective–the price per megabyte goes down the higher the capacity, so making the bump up to the next model is a good idea. Each terabyte can store around 11,000 music albums at 192kbps quality, but such storage doesn’t seem so grand when you start archiving 4K video. Portable or desktop? If you think you’ll be happy with a 1TB to 4TB hard drive, you can buy a portable drive. These use small 2.5-inch disks, and they fit happily into a coat pocket. Portable drives are usually bus-powered, too. This means you just need to plug them into your desktop or laptop, no separate power supply is required. There’s just one cable, and the drive will barely take up any space. If only an ultra-high capacity hard drive will do, consider a desktop unit. These use larger 3.5-inch drives and tend to cover capacities from 4TB to 18TB. They’ll need to be plugged in for power; that’s fine if it stay home all of the time, or moves from office to office. Rugged drives for travel Some portable drives offer ruggedization. Shock protection is the most important kind for a hard drive, as unlike an SSD they have moving parts that can be permanently damaged following a drop. 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