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THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Oct 28, 05:00 - 12:00 UTCOct 27, 16:24 UTCUpdate - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in EWR (Newark) datacenter on 2025-10-28 between 05:00 and 12:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.Oct 27, 16:08 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in EWR (Newark) datacenter on 2025-10-28 between 06:00 and 10:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.04:15 pmM6 MacBook Pro: Release Date, Pricing, and What to Expect
Apple this month refreshed the 14-inch MacBook Pro base model with its new M5 chip, and higher-end 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips are expected to follow in early 2026. However, these machines will represent the final update to the current design, with Apple reportedly developing a completely new version of the MacBook Pro packed with next-generation hardware features. If you are planning to skip the M5 MacBook Pro, or you're just plain curious about what's coming next, here are the biggest changes rumored to be coming to Apple's premium laptop line and when to expect them – as well as what you'll likely have to pay. M6 Series Chip 2nm Process Apple is in the process of updating the current MacBook Pro lineup with M5 series chips, with the base model already refreshed and higher-end 14-inch and 16-inch models expected early next year. The chips are manufactured with TSMC's third-generation 3nm process, known as N3P, resulting in typical year-over-year performance and power efficiency improvements compared to the M4 series of chips. However, Apple's redesigned MacBook Pro models are expected to boast M6 chips, which could adopt a completely new packaging process. According to one rumor, Apple's A20 chip in next year's iPhone 18 models will switch from the previous InFo (Integrated Fan-Out) packaging to WMCM (Wafer-Level Multi-Chip Module) packaging. WMCM integrates multiple chips within the same package, allowing for the development of more complex chipsets. Components such as the CPU, GPUs, DRAM, and Neural Engine would therefore be more tightly integrated. While we don't know for sure, this could see Apple develop the M6 using the 2nm process while taking advantage of WMCM packaging to make even more powerful versions of its custom processor. OLED Display Goodbye, mini-LED Several rumors have indicated that Apple is developing MacBook Pro models with OLED displays. Display analyst Ross Young in September 2024 said that Apple's supply chain is expected to have sufficient notebook-optimized OLED display production capacity in 2026 to bring the technology to MacBook Pro. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman recently reported that Apple is readying a revamped MacBook Pro with OLED technology, citing people within Apple with knowledge of the matter. Compared to current MacBook Pro models that use mini-LED screens, the benefits of OLED technology would include increased brightness, higher contrast ratio with deeper blacks, improved power efficiency for longer battery life, and more. Thinner, Lighter Laptop Major Redesign The switch to OLED displays could allow future MacBook Pro models to have a thinner design, and rumors suggest that is indeed what Apple intends. When the M4 iPad Pro was unveiled in May 2024, Apple touted it as the company's thinnest product ever. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman subsequently called the iPad Pro the "beginning of a new class of Apple devices." He has since reported that the new machines, code-named K114 and K116, will have "thinner and lighter frames." Apple is apparently focusing on delivering the thinnest possible device without compromising on battery life or major new features. Notably, the MacBook Pro got thicker and heavier with its most recent redesign in 2021. A major highlight was the reintroduction of several ports that were removed in previous iterations in favor of chassis thinness. How Apple will make its redesigned MacBook Pro thinner without removing the functionality it reintroduced fairly recently is the big question. Punch-Hole Camera No More Notch If you are fed up of the notch intruding on your Mac display, here's some good news. Apple plans to remove the notch from the redesigned MacBook Pro, according to a roadmap shared by research firm Omdia. The roadmap indicates that redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models will have a hole-punch camera at the top of the display, rather than the notch we've become accustomed to. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has since corroborated the claim, saying that the design "leaves a display area around the sensor... similar in concept to the Dynamic Island on the iPhone." Such a move would mirror Apple's iPhone evolution, since the iPhone's notch became the current Dynamic Island starting with the iPhone 14 Pro models in 2022. It's unclear whether the MacBook Pro would include Dynamic Island functionality or simply adopt the visual design, but the change would at least address long-standing user complaints about the notch, which physically ingresses into the macOS menu bar. 5G Modem Cellular Connectivity Earlier this year, Apple introduced the C1, its custom-built 5G modem chip which debuted in the entry-level iPhone 16e. More recently, Apple debuted the iPhone Air equipped with a new C1X chip, which is up to 2x faster than the C1. According to Apple, the C1X is the most power-efficient modem in an iPhone. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is considering bringing cellular connectivity to the Mac lineup for the first time. The company is said to be "investigating" the possibility of adding a second-generation C2 modem chip to a future Mac as soon as 2026. The C1 and C1X modem chips are limited to sub-6GHz 5G speeds, but the second-generation version will support faster mmWave technology, according to Gurman. Touch Screen Display On-Cell Touch Technology Apple's first OLED MacBook Pro will feature a touch screen display, according to the latest from Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The claim has since been corroborated by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, noting that the touch-screen MacBook Pro will retain a full trackpad and keyboard. Additionally, Kuo believes the panel will use on-cell touch technology. On-cell touch technology integrates the touch sensors directly into the display panel's top layer (the "cell") rather than requiring a separate, dedicated touch layer. Kuo says that the shift "appears to reflect Apple's long-term observation of iPad user behavior, indicating that in certain scenarios, touch controls can enhance both productivity and the overall user experience." Reinforced Hinge Touch Resistance According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple has developed a reinforced hinge and screen hardware to prevent the display from bouncing back or moving when touched, which the company has identified as a common drawback of existing touch PCs. Details remain scant about Apple's approach at this time, but it could potentially combine a higher-torque hinge with a reinforced display frame to reduce flex, as well as subtle damping features to absorb vibrations from touch input. Pricing Premium Line Apple's redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models are expected to see a fairly hefty price bump, reflecting the cost of newer, more advanced components. Apple currently sells the higher-end configurations starting at $1,999 for the 14-inch model and $2,499 for the 16-inch version, but the next refresh is expected to push those base prices up by several hundred dollars, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Release Timing Predicted Launch Period Research firm Omdia says Apple is "highly likely" to introduce new MacBook Pros featuring OLED displays next year, while Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has said the new OLED machines are being readied for late 2026 or early 2027. Apple has yet to update the current high-end MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, and that is expected to happen in early 2026. It would be unusual for Apple to introduce two MacBook Pro refreshes in the same year, but there is precedent for it: Apple updated the MacBook Pro lineup twice in 2023, first with M2 Pro/M2 Max chips in January and then with M3/M3 Pro/M3 Max chips in late October.Related Roundup: MacBook ProBuyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: MacBook ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:04 pm2026 iPhone rumors: iPhone 18 Pro keeps 2025 design, iPhone 17e gets Dynamic Island
A prolific leaker's latest round of iPhone 17e and iPhone 18 Pro claims adds some new and vague details about the iPhone 17e and iPhone 18, and reiterates some familiar and logical guessesThe 2025 iPhone 16eOnly a couple of hours after their initial post, the Weibo-based leaker Digital Chat Station returned with an update. This time, they detail a bit more information about iPhone 18 Pro, and some new iPhone 17e rumors.They now claim the iPhone 18 Pro will keep the same rear camera design as the iPhone 17 Pro. The full-width camera "plateau" will be unchanged from the 2025 iPhone Pro models. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:00 pmApple will soon roll out Digital IDs in Wallet with support for U.S. passports
Jennifer Bailey, Apple’s VP of Apple Pay and Apple Wallet, gave a keynote address highlighting the strength of Apple’s payment ecosystem… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:00 pmYou can now publish disappearing posts on Threads
Threads is rolling out ghost posts, which get automatically archived after 24 hours. Here’s how it works. more…03:56 pmApple Wallet's expansion into US passport support nears launch
Apple's head of Apple Pay has given a keynote speech at a financial technology conference, revealing Apple Wallet figures, and that US passport is coming soon.It's coming. Left: a digital passport on iPhone. Middle and right: regular printed passportsThis new feature for Apple Wallet has been in the works for many years, and Apple's website recently added that it would launch in 2025. Now for the first time, Apple has publicly spoken about it.Jennifer Bailey, Apple vice president of Apple Pay and Apple Wallet, gave a keynote speech at the Money 20/20 USA conference, as spotted by 9to5Mac. It's a global financial technology conference, which has been running since 2012. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:44 pmDeals: M4 MacBook Pro $200 off, 24GB Mac mini $150 off, M5 iPad Pro, Milanese Loop, MagSafe Charger, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: M4 MacBook Pro $200 off, 24GB Mac mini $150 off, M5 iPad Pro, Milanese Loop, MagSafe Charger, more
We are ready to kick the week off with Monday’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals. Firstly, between Amazon and Best Buy just about every single M4 MacBook Air config is now $200 off once again alongside this 24GB/1TB M4 Mac mini at $150 off the list price. We also have a $50 price drop on the most affordable new M5 iPad Pro, a $374 discount on this 1TB M3 iPad Air model, and some official Apple Watch Milanese Loops at new Amazon lows. Everything awaits below in detail. more…03:43 pmOur onboarding A/B testing setup
If it helps anyone, here's our setup for onboarding A/B testing with the tools you probably already have: Setting up. We use RevenueCat Placements to get a specific Offering for onboarding. We create two Offerings and add a metadata value to distinguish them, like {"onboarding_id": "A"}, and add them both to the Experiment. Implementing. The […]03:32 pmElevated Errors in Europe
Oct 27, 15:32 UTCResolved - This incident has been resolved.Oct 26, 16:37 UTCInvestigating - Approximately 15:20:30 UTC - 15:27:30 UTC some customers were experiencing aborted requests and elevated level of errors in impacted regions.03:23 pmGoTo Connect, GoTo Meeting – Unscheduled Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Oct 29, 01:00 - 02:00 UTCOct 27, 15:07 UTCScheduled - As part of our commitment to providing exceptional service and reliability to our customers, GoTo will perform a maintenance on the following date and time. Date and Time: October 29, 2025 at 01:00 AM to 02:00 AM UTC.Purpose: This maintenance is to to improve robustness and resiliency of the GoTo platform. Duration: All maintenance will be performed within the 1-hour maintenance window. What to expect: We anticipate no impact on any of GoTo's products.We would like to thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.03:22 pmAn App to change your Wallpaper
Hi there, I am fairly new in iOS app development as I come from an Android background. I have created an Android app that lets the user choose a webcam, which images are captured periodically (around every 30mn for some) and are used as the device's wallpaper. I have a few people very interested in […]03:20 pmApple TV’s new Pluribus show is ‘as big as modern TV gets’ per NYT
Next week, Apple TV will debut the highly anticipated sci-fi series Pluribus from Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan. In advance of the premiere, The New York Times has published a preview that reveals a variety of fresh details for the mysterious series. more…03:19 pmCustom Bottom Sheet Issue
I want to make a custom bottom sheet implementation as I find the native .sheet() doesn't quite fit my use-case. I have an implementation that is pretty close, however, if I want to drag the scrollView up or down after snapping the sheet to the top, I have to start a new drag-gesture. I am […]03:15 pmToday in Apple history: Dell PCs overtake Macs in education market
On October 27, 1999, data showed that upstart Dell Computer's cheap PCs stole Apple's lead in a key market: education. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:10 pmM4 MacBook Air falls to $799, save $200 with month-end deals
The lowest M4 MacBook Air price is in effect now, as Amazon slashes the latest M4 model to $799 during its month-end sale.Get Apple's M4 MacBook Air from just $799 this week - Image credit: AppleMonth-end deals on MacBooks are in full swing, and Amazon's $200 discount on the current M4 Air is worth a peek.Save $200 on M4 MacBook Air Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:09 pmAds may be coming to Apple Maps next year
Macworld If you think Apple Maps’ job is to offer an unbiased guide to the streets, buildings, and businesses in a given part of the world, you may need to wise up. Because Apple is expected to sell prominent positions in its search rankings as soon as next year, according to a new report. Three years ago, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported that Apple was mulling a plan to bring more advertising to iOS. This could include Apple Books and Podcasts, he said, along with a cheaper tier of Apple TV+. But the first priority was Apple Maps. According to the latest edition of Gurman’s Power On newsletter, that plan is close to fruition. There is now an expectation, he says, that the ads could start appearing “as early as next year.” The idea is that running a search for “restaurants” or “Mexican food” or “shoe repair” or whatever will produce the same list you currently see, organised according to Apple’s criteria of relevance, proximity, rating and so on. But one or more prominent slots at the top will be given over to paying advertisers, just as is currently the case when you search on the App Store. For an idea of how this currently works, I just searched the App Store for “Map,” and the organic top five for me were Google Maps, Waze, Apple Maps, Google Earth, and Citymapper. But the very top spot was taken by a less well-known app which would otherwise appear (and still does appear) at 10th spot in the list. The fact that this is a paid slot is indicated by a pale blue background color and a tiny “Ad” label under the name of the app. As Gurman observes, Apple is likely to see pushback from customers when ads land on Maps, just as it did when they appeared in News and Stocks back in 2022, or when iMovie started showing ads for Final Cut Pro, or when viewers started spotting Apple products given prominent positions in TV+ shows. One would have thought the company makes enough money from sales of premium hardware and its cut of app revenue, and wouldn’t need to turn everything into an ad. But the pushback didn’t change Apple’s mind before, and it would be naive to expect this time to be any different.02:55 pmWall Street hits new highs on U.S.-China trade optimism
Wall Street's major indexes reached record highs on Monday, driven by optimism over a potential U.S.-China trade deal that encouraged… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:54 pmTake $200 Off Every M4 MacBook Air, Available From $799
Amazon and Best Buy are hosting big discounts across the entire M4 MacBook Air lineup, with deals that represent all-time lows across every model of the computer. In total, you'll find $200 off the M4 MacBook Air notebook right now, with both 13-inch and 15-inch models on sale. 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. Prices start at $799.00 for the 13-inch 256GB model at Best Buy, down from $999.00. If you're looking for the larger model, you can get the 15-inch 256GB computer for $999.00 at both retailers, down from $1,199.00. $200 OFF13-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB) for $799.00 $200 OFF15-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB) for $999.00 Of course, you'll also find all of the 512GB models of the 13-inch and 15-inch M4 MacBook Air on sale this week. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find as we head into the holidays? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:53 pmThailand Voice Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Oct 31, 10:00 - 12:00 PDTOct 27, 07:35 PDTScheduled - Our Voice carrier partner in Thailand is conducting a planned maintenance from 31 October 2025 at 10:00 PDT until 31 October 2025 at 12:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent call disconnects or call failures from and to subset of Twilio Thailand mobile and landline phone numbers.02:53 pmUnited Kingdom SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Oct 30, 16:00 - 23:00 PDTOct 27, 07:36 PDTScheduled - Our SMS carrier partner in the United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 30 October 2025 at 16:00 PDT until 30 October 2025 at 23:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from United Kingdom handsets.02:41 pmApple Says U.S. Passport Feature on iPhone is Coming Soon
You will soon be able to add a digital version of your U.S. passport to your iPhone, according to Jennifer Bailey, vice president of Apple Pay and Apple Wallet. Bailey reiterated that the feature is coming soon during her keynote at the Money20/20 USA conference in Las Vegas on Sunday, as reported by 9to5Mac. On its iOS 26 page, Apple says the delayed feature will be "coming later this year." Apple's website previously said a software update would be required to use the feature, but it no longer mentions that. As a result, it is unclear if the feature will require an update like iOS 26.1 or iOS 26.2, or if it will be enabled with a server-side update. After creating a digital passport in the Wallet app, you will be able to present it in person at TSA checkpoints in select U.S. airports for identity verification purposes during domestic travel. However, Apple says it is not a replacement for a physical passport, and it cannot be used for international travel and border crossing purposes. Apple says the Digital ID feature is secure, private, and compliant with REAL ID. It will also be possible to use the Digital ID feature for age and identity verification in apps, online, and in stores, according to Apple. Apple says the feature will be compatible with U.S. passports only. However, perhaps it will expand to additional countries in the future. iOS 26 is compatible with the iPhone 11 series and newer.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tag: Apple WalletRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:39 pmTwo iPhone designs for next year’s new models detailed by leaker
Earlier today, we reported on camera upgrades in the works for the iPhone 18 Pro. Now, the same leaker has detailed what to expect from the designs for two new iPhone models next year. more…02:39 pmTantalizing clue hints at Pixelmator Pro and more coming to iPad soon
Newly-discovered App Store IDs suggest that Apple may bring popular Mac apps including Pixelmator Pro and Motion 5 to iPadOS.Pixelmator Pro on a MacWhen Apple acquired the Pixelmator company in November 2024, the fear was that it would asset-strip it the way it did Dark Sky. But the hope was that with all of its resources, Apple might instead bring Pixelmator Pro to the iPad.So far there's been no sign of Apple shutting down Pixelmator Pro. But now there is at least a little sign that the iPad might finally see this powerful image editor. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:31 pmMeta and TikTok failed to protect children, says EU – could be fined 6% of turnover
The European Union has found that both Meta and TikTok failed to properly protect children, including making it difficult to report the presence of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in their apps. Separately, Meta has faced a setback in its defense of lawsuits filed by multiple US states, accusing the company of deliberately making its apps addictive despite knowing they were harmful to teenagers … more…02:23 pmM5 iPad Pro now cheaper – first-ever sale hits
Right now, a hot M5 iPad Pro deal can already get you $50 off the cost of the premium tablet Apple launched just last week. That’s quick savings! (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:19 pmReport: Apple to release four new ‘pro’ apps for iPad soon
Apple might have a big expansion of its iPad apps in store. A new report today says that Apple could soon release four new iPad apps: Pixelmator Pro, MainStage, Motion, and Compressor. These apps would join Apple’s existing pro-level apps Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro, which came to the iPad last year. more…02:15 pmUpgrade your Apple Home with the compact retrofit Nuki Smart Lock
The GDPR-compliant Nuki Smart Lock has arrived in the United States, and it'll upgrade the security of your Apple Smart home with 8 ways to unlock your door in under a second.The Nuki Smart Lock is easy to install and works with Apple HomeSmart locks come in many shapes and sizes, but they're not always top-quality or renter-friendly. Luckily, Nuki has a smart lock that's easy to retrofit to an existing deadbolt that's actually nice to look at.Nuki is based in Austria and has to comply with Europe's strict GDPR rules for privacy, so users need not worry about needless data collection. The lock installs in under 15 minutes and offers 8 ways to unlock without changing the outward-facing lock. Continue Reading on AppleInsider02:11 pmiPhone Air production change orders may not be true
Apple may not be changing its production figures for the iPhone Air after all, as one supply chain report claims Apple hasn't reduced production levels for 2025.iPhone AirFollowing the release of the iPhone 17 generation and the iPhone Air, reports started to surface claiming the new thinnest model isn't doing well enough. That Apple was going to tweak production to make fewer units of the model.On October 26, TD Cowen stepped in to denounce the claims. Apple isn't changing how many iPhone Air units it will produce in 2025 at all, the note to investors seen by AppleInsider claims. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:08 pmMap markers cut off when applying ignoresSafeArea() with Google Map
I'm using the iOS Google Maps SDK to show maps in my app. On my maps, I also show some map markers. This has been working great, however I want the map to ignore the safe areas of the device so that it stretches to the full width (behind any notches and bottom tab bars). The problem I'm running into is that when I apply .ignoresSafeArea() to the map, all of my map markers get off of, like so: This only happens when I add .ignoresSafeArea(). Without it, the markers show normally. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong. Here is my SwiftUI code that shows the map: import GoogleMaps struct MapView: View { @EnvironmentObject var apiManager: ApiManager private var mapOptions: GMSMapViewOptions { var options = GMSMapViewOptions() return options } var body: some View { ZStack { GoogleMapView(options: mapOptions) .mapMarkers(MapHelper.convertToGoogleMarkers(markers: apiManager.markers)) .ignoresSafeArea() } .task { getMapMarkers() } .navigationBarHidden(true) } func getMapMarkers() { Task { await apiManager.fetchAllMapMarkers() } } } And here is the UIViewRepresentable for GoogleMapView: import SwiftUI import GoogleMaps /// A SwiftUI wrapper for GMSMapView that displays a map with optional markers and configurable map type struct GoogleMapView: UIViewRepresentable { // Configuration properties - set at initialization private let options: GMSMapViewOptions /// Array of markers to display on the map private var markers: [GMSMarker] /// Type of map to display (normal, satellite, hybrid, terrain) private let mapType: GMSMapViewType // Runtime updatable properties private var camera: GMSCameraPosition? private var backgroundColor: UIColor? /// Shared delegate instance to handle map interactions across all instances /// Using static ensures callbacks work together when chaining modifiers private static let mapDelegate = GoogleMapViewDelegate() init(options: GMSMapViewOptions, markers: [GMSMarker] = [], mapType: GMSMapViewType = .normal) { self.options = options self.markers = markers self.mapType = mapType } /// Creates the underlying UIKit map view func makeUIView(context: Context) - > GMSMapView { // Initialize map with current options let mapView = GMSMapView(options: options) mapView.overrideUserInterfaceStyle = .unspecified mapView.mapType = mapType // Set shared delegate to handle interactions mapView.delegate = Self.mapDelegate return mapView } /// Updates the map view when SwiftUI state changes func updateUIView(_ uiView: GMSMapView, context: Context) { // Update runtime properties if set if let camera = camera { uiView.camera = camera } if let backgroundColor = backgroundColor { uiView.backgroundColor = backgroundColor } //clears all markers and polylines uiView.clear() // Refresh markers on the map markers.forEach { marker in marker.map = uiView } uiView.mapType = mapType // Update map type if changed } } class GoogleMapViewDelegate: NSObject, GMSMapViewDelegate { var tapHandler: ((CLLocationCoordinate2D) - > Void)? var markerTapHandler: ((GMSMarker) - > Bool)? /// Called by GMSMapView when user taps the map at a specific coordinate /// - Parameters: /// - mapView: The GMSMapView that detected the tap /// - coordinate: The geographic coordinate where the tap occurred func mapView(_ mapView: GMSMapView, didTapAt coordinate: CLLocationCoordinate2D) { tapHandler?(coordinate) // Forward tap to handler if one is set } /// Called by GMSMapView when user taps a marker on the map /// - Parameters: /// - mapView: The GMSMapView that detected the tap /// - marker: The GMSMarker that was tapped /// - Returns: true if tap was handled by the app, false to allow default marker behavior func mapView(_ mapView: GMSMapView, didTap marker: GMSMarker) - > Bool { return markerTapHandler?(marker) ?? false // Forward to handler or use default behavior } } // MARK: - viewModifiers and Markers extension GoogleMapView { /// Updates the camera position of the map view during runtime /// - Parameter position: New camera position to apply /// - Returns: Updated GoogleMapView instance func camera(_ position: GMSCameraPosition?) - > GoogleMapView { var view = self if let position = position { view.camera = position } return view } /// Updates the background color of the map view during runtime /// - Parameter color: New background color to apply /// - Returns: Updated GoogleMapView instance func backgroundColor(_ color: UIColor) - > GoogleMapView { var view = self view.backgroundColor = color return view } /// Changes the map display type /// - Parameter type: GMSMapViewType to use (.normal, .satellite, etc) /// - Returns: New GoogleMapView instance with updated map type func mapType(_ type: GMSMapViewType) - > GoogleMapView { GoogleMapView(options: options, markers: markers, mapType: type) } /// Adds markers to the map /// - Parameter markers: Array of GMSMarker objects to display /// - Returns: New GoogleMapView instance with updated markers func mapMarkers(_ markers: [GMSMarker]) - > GoogleMapView { var view = self view.markers = markers return view } } // MARK: - View Callbacks extension GoogleMapView { /// Adds handler for map tap events /// - Parameter handler: Closure called when map is tapped, providing tap coordinates /// - Returns: Same GoogleMapView instance with updated tap handler func onMapTapped(_ handler: @escaping (CLLocationCoordinate2D) - > Void) - > GoogleMapView { Self.mapDelegate.tapHandler = handler return self } /// Adds handler for marker tap events /// - Parameter handler: Closure called when marker is tapped /// - Returns: Same GoogleMapView instance with updated marker handler /// Return true from handler to indicate tap was handled func onMarkerTapped(_ handler: @escaping (GMSMarker) - > Bool) - > GoogleMapView { Self.mapDelegate.markerTapHandler = handler return self } } extension View { /// Configures the view to ignore safe areas except for the top /// Useful for map views that should fill the screen below status bar /// - Returns: Modified view that extends to screen edges except top func ignoresSafeAreaExceptTop() - > some View { ignoresSafeArea(.container, edges: [.bottom, .horizontal]) } } Lastly, here is my convertToGoogleMarkers() function: static func convertToGoogleMarkers(markers: Array, showOrder: Bool = false) - > Array { return markers.enumerated().map { (index, mapMarker) in let marker = GMSMarker(position: CLLocationCoordinate2D( latitude: Double(mapMarker.latitude)!, longitude: Double(mapMarker.longitude)! )) // Set the Place as the userData marker.userData = mapMarker let markerView = MarkerUIView(marker: mapMarker, showOrder: showOrder) let size = markerView.systemLayoutSizeFitting(UIView.layoutFittingCompressedSize) markerView.frame = CGRect(origin: .zero, size: size) marker.iconView = markerView if let order = mapMarker.order { if (mapMarker.date != nil) { marker.zIndex = Int32(10000 - order) } else { marker.zIndex = Int32(1000 - order) } } return marker } } Edit: It seems that if I comment out this code from my convertToGoogleMarkers() function, the default google maps markers show fine. What could be the issue with my custom markers? // let markerView = MarkerUIView(marker: mapMarker, showOrder: showOrder) // // let size = markerView.systemLayoutSizeFitting(UIView.layoutFittingCompressedSize) // markerView.frame = CGRect(origin: .zero, size: size) // // marker.iconView = markerView Here is my MapMarkerView: import SwiftUI import MapKit struct MapMarkerView: View { var marker: MapMarker2 var showOrder: Bool = false let circleBorderWidth: CGFloat = 4 var body: some View { VStack(spacing: 0) { ZStack { let color = marker.hexColor != nil ? Color(hex: marker.hexColor!) : Color.wireframe if (showOrder && marker.date != nil) { Circle() .fill(color) .frame(width: 40, height: 40) .shadow(color: .black.opacity(0.1), radius: 4, x: 0, y: 4) .overlay( Circle() .inset(by: circleBorderWidth / 2) .stroke(Color.mapMarkerBackground, lineWidth: circleBorderWidth) ) if let order = marker.order { Text("(order)") .font(.custom("Inter-SemiBold", size: 18)) .foregroundColor(Color.white) } } else { Circle() .fill(Color.mapMarkerBackground) .frame(width: 40, height: 40) .shadow(color: .black.opacity(0.1), radius: 4, x: 0, y: 4) .overlay( ZStack { Circle() .fill(color) .opacity(0.33) Circle() .inset(by: circleBorderWidth / 2) .stroke(Color.mapMarkerBackground, lineWidth: circleBorderWidth) } ) AsyncImage(url: URL(string: marker.iconUrl ?? "")) { image in image.resizable() .frame(width: 24, height: 24) } placeholder: { Circle() .fill(Color.mapMarkerBackground) .frame(width: 40, height: 40) } } } Triangle() .rotationEffect(.degrees(-180)) .foregroundColor(Color.mapMarkerBackground) .frame(width: 12, height: 10) .offset(y: -4) } } } class MarkerUIView: UIView { private var hostingController: UIHostingController? private var onTapAction: (() - > Void)? init(marker: MapMarker2, showOrder: Bool = false) { super.init(frame: .zero) // Use AnyView so we can capture the binding self.hostingController = UIHostingController( rootView: AnyView(MapMarkerView(marker: marker, showOrder: showOrder)) ) guard let hostingView = hostingController?.view else { return } // Make background transparent hostingView.backgroundColor = .clear // Add the SwiftUI view to the UIView hierarchy addSubview(hostingView) // Size the hosting controller's view hostingView.translatesAutoresizingMaskIntoConstraints = false NSLayoutConstraint.activate([ hostingView.leadingAnchor.constraint(equalTo: leadingAnchor), hostingView.trailingAnchor.constraint(equalTo: trailingAnchor), hostingView.topAnchor.constraint(equalTo: topAnchor), hostingView.bottomAnchor.constraint(equalTo: bottomAnchor) ]) sizeToFit() } required init?(coder: NSCoder) { fatalError("init(coder:) has not been implemented") } // Forward tap to the SwiftUI view override func touchesEnded(_ touches: Set, with event: UIEvent?) { onTapAction?() super.touchesEnded(touches, with: event) } }02:06 pmWhich multiplatform framework to use?
I’m a React developer so React Native seems like an obvious choice, but it seems like a patchwork of mess. I was considering diving into Swift + Kotlin, but just noticed that the Swift Android Workgroup exists, and KMP is stable. Now I’m even more confused which route I should go for submitted by […]02:04 pmWoot Introduces Big Discounts on Samsung's Best Monitors
Woot this week has introduced a big sale on Samsung monitors, offering up to 53 percent off select monitors. Every monitor in this sale is in new condition and comes with a one year Samsung limited warranty. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Woot. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. There are many different monitors on sale at Woot, including cheaper entry-level models for anyone looking to add a second screen to their work station. There's also Samsung's high-end Odyssey series of gaming monitors and the iMac-like Smart Monitor series. UP TO 53% OFFSamsung Monitors at Woot We've rounded up a few of the options in the list below, but be sure to check out Woot's website for the full sale. Woot says that this sale will end on October 31 or until they sell out, so if you're interested be sure to shop soon. 27-inch S3 LED Monitor - $99.99, down from $149.99 27-inch Essential S3 Curved Monitor - $114.99, down from $159.99 32-inch S3 LED Monitor - $144.99, down from $299.99 27-inch Odyssey Curved Gaming Monitor - $284.99, down from $699.99 43-inch Smart Monitor M7 - $324.99, down from $499.99 34-inch ViewFinity Ultrawide Curved Monitor - $379.99, down from $799.99 32-inch Smart Monitor M8 - $389.99, down from $699.99 32-inch Odyssey Smart Gaming Monitor - $799.99, down from $1,299.99 49-inch Odyssey G9 Curved Gaming Monitor - $979.99, down from $1,899.99 55-inch Odyssey Ark Curved Gaming Monitor - $1,399.99, down from $1,799.99 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find as we head into the holidays? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:02 pmJP Morgan hikes Apple stock target to $290 on iPhone 17 demand
Investment firm JP Morgan has previously reported that the iPhone 17 demand was high, but now it is raising its target price because of it, saying that Apple is looking more positive than it has in a year.Apple's new iPhone 17Back in June 2025, JP Morgan analysts trimmed their Apple stock price because of perceived weakness with the iPhone. Then in July, it didn't raise that price, but did predict that eventually Apple would be worth a much higher target.According to a JP Morgan note to investors, seen by AppleInsider, that time is fast approaching. It actually predicted that it would be raising what it called its December 2026 price target, and this is what it has now done. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:54 pmiPhone 17e Could Feature Dynamic Island
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17e may feature the Dynamic Island, according to a known online leaker. The leaker known as "Digital Chat Station" shared the information on Weibo in the comments of a post detailing that Apple's apparent plan to equip next year's iPhone 18 Pro models with a variable aperture lens. The Dynamic Island is a pill-shaped interactive area at the top of the screen that displays ongoing activities, incorporating the camera and other front-facing sensors. It was introduced in place of the "notch" with the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max and expanded to the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus a year later. It has yet to be present on any entry-level iPhones. The leaker added that despite the presence of the Dynamic Island, the iPhone 17e will retain a 60Hz OLED display. This would mean the device essentially shares the same panel as the 6.1-inch iPhone 15 and iPhone 16, which seems believable as Apple's entry level devices largely re-use slightly older technology from other products. The leaker corroborated reports that the device will launch in the first half of 2026, probably around a year after the launch of the iPhone 16e in February. It is likely to feature the A19 chip, with few other enhancements.Tag: Digital Chat StationThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:54 pmSpotify launches new Apple TV 4K app with big feature upgrades
New Apple TV 4K hardware is expected to debut any day now, and today Spotify announced a revamped tvOS app rolling out that should make Apple TV users’ Spotify experience better than ever. more…01:43 pmApple Pay VP details new Wallet and Apple Pay features, Digital IDs, more
Apple’s VP of Apple Pay and Apple Wallet, Jennifer Bailey, delivered a keynote at the Money20/20 USA conference this weekend. During her talk, Bailey touted the current state of Apple’s payment efforts, sharing new stats on Apple Pay’s fraud prevention, the growing versatility of Apple Wallet, and more. more…01:42 pmApple Might Release iPad Apps for Pixelmator Pro, MainStage, and More
Apple might be preparing iPad apps for Pixelmator Pro, Compressor, Motion, and MainStage, according to new App Store IDs uncovered by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. All four of the apps are currently available on the Mac only. A quick overview of each app: Pixelmator Pro: Professional image editing app acquired by Apple earlier this year Compressor: Final Cut Pro companion app for compressing audio and video files Motion: Final Cut Pro companion app for creating 2D/3D titles, transitions, and effects MainStage: Logic Pro companion app for live performancesThere is already a less-capable Pixelmator app available for the iPad and iPhone. Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro have been available on select iPad models since May 2023, but Apple's companion apps have remained limited to the Mac. A subscription is required to use Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro on the iPad. In the U.S., the iPad versions of both apps cost $4.99 per month, or $49 per year. Pixelmator Pro, Compressor, Motion, and MainStage are available for one-time purchase on the Mac, with prices ranging from $29.99 to $49.99. It is unclear if Apple would make the iPad versions of these apps require a subscription too. It is also unclear when Apple would announce these iPad apps. The annual Final Cut Pro Creative Summit is typically held in November, and Apple occasionally times these sorts of announcements with the conference, but the next edition of the event is postponed until spring 2026. However, an announcement could still happen at any time.Tags: Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, PixelmatorThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:17 pmNeato cloud shutdown is the latest example of a failed company bricking smart products
The Neato cloud server needed to keep the shuttered company’s robot vacuum cleaners running is being closed down three years earlier than promised, turning the smart devices into dumb ones. The parent company had initially promised that the MyNeato app would continue working until 2028, but has now backtracked on this and is ceasing support before the end of this year. It’s a further reminder of the importance of sticking to smart products with either HomeKit or Matter support … more…01:15 pmEarFun Air Pro 4+ earbuds bring hi-res sound for under $100
With dual drivers and Hi-Res Audio certification, new EarFun Air Pro 4+ earbuds challenge top buds for less than $100. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:12 pmAnniversary iPhone 20 could get a massively improved camera sensor
Apple's iPhone 20, rumored to debut for the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, is said to get even better image quality, thanks to a change in the tech used in camera sensors.Apple's 20th anniversary iPhone could have a superior camera sensorThe 20th anniversary edition of the iPhone is expected to ship in 2027. As a special release, it should include many changes, including one that could dramatically improve picture quality.According to sources of Naver leaker "Yeux1122" on Monday, Apple will be adding LOFIC technology to its cameras. The change will happen in 2027, coinciding with the 20th anniversary iPhone release. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:57 pmApple plans to bring ads to Apple Maps
Apple is expanding advertising on iOS, with plans to introduce new ads as early as next year. The company is prioritizing Apple Maps… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.12:45 pmiOS 26 has been lagging out my games quite bad. Does anyone have an old signed iOS 18 IPSW I can download? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingiOS 26 has been lagging out my games quite bad. Does anyone have an old signed iOS 18 IPSW I can download?
I’m assuming it wouldn’t work unless I personally had the restore myself, but hey, I have no idea lol. Another thing this update has been up to is constantly filling my RAM causing quite a bit of trouble. And yes, I’ve done everything I can to attempt I’m reducing lag within system settings as well […]12:31 pmPSA: Your Twitter account might be locked in two weeks
Macworld The social media network formerly known as Twitter has announced that it is retiring the Twitter.com domain on November 10. That probably won’t mean much to most people’s day-to-day use, with one big exception: security. The X Safety account posted a message that says users who use a physical security key or virtual passkey as their two-factor authentication (2FA) method will need to re-enroll their key to continue accessing the site. After November 10, the account reports, accounts that haven’t re-enrolled will be locked. The account says the change “only impacts Yubikeys and passkeys,” so other 2FA methods should continue working properly. You can re-enroll your existing security key, remove it, or enroll a new one by heading over to your profile, then Settings and privacy > Security and account access > Security > Two-factor authentication. To add or change a passkey, you’ll need to go back a page to the Security settings, flip the Passkey toggle, and follow the prompts. While security keys are physical devices that either plug in or connect wirelessly to your device, passkeys merely use your device’s existing biometrics (Face ID or Touch ID) to authenticate your account without typing a password every time. The process takes just a few seconds.12:18 pmHow do you capture ratings / user feedback?
I’m working on a platform that allows developers / PMs to build forms / dialogs online, and show them to users when a specific trigger event happens, and I’m trying to validate if this solves real problems or if i’m building something redundant. Let’s say you want to capture ratings after a specific user interaction […]12:13 pmiPhone 18 Pro variable aperture camera rumor surfaces once again
A leaker has jumped on a pair of rumors discussing a change in release schedule and a variable-aperture camera system for the iPhone 18 lineup.iPhone 17 Pro has a new wider camera bar, which could feasibly contain a variable aperture mechanism. After the launch of a new iPhone range, the rumor mill eventually turns its attention to next year's releases. In one leaker's posting on Monday, they are making up for lost time by discussing two rumors in one post.The Weibo-based "Digital Chat Station" claims to have "supply chain information" about the iPhone 18 series, with changes being made to the Pro range. Chiefly, this will mean the iPhone 18 Pro Max will have "variable aperture materials." Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:05 pmApple's Custom Image Sensor Could Debut in 20th Anniversary iPhone
Apple could debut LOFIC camera sensor technology in its 2027 iPhone lineup, according to new information coming out of Korea. The tech would allow iPhones to capture photos with far more detail in both bright and dark areas of the same shot without losing information in either. LOFIC, or Lateral Overflow Integration Capacitor, is a next-generation imaging technology that enables each pixel to store varying amounts of light based on scene brightness. This allows a sensor to capture detail in both bright highlights and dark shadows within a single frame, potentially reaching up to 20 stops of dynamic range – comparable to high-end cinema cameras and approaching the range of human vision. According to the account name "yeux1122" on the Korean-langauge Naver blog, Chinese manufacturers including Honor, Xiaomi, and Huawei plan to adopt LOFIC technology in their 2026 flagship smartphones using new Sony sensors, while OPPO and Vivo are also developing LOFIC-equipped models for release next year. Apple's adoption will reportedly follow in 2027. Apple first detailed LOFIC in an image sensor patent filed in July, describing a stacked sensor design with a dedicated light-capture layer and a processing layer that handles real-time noise reduction. Apple has reportedly already developed a working prototype and may be testing it in developmental hardware. Apple currently uses sensors made by Sony across the iPhone lineup. Those sensors also use a two-layer design, but Apple's proposed version includes several innovative features and takes up less space. Based on the adoption roadmap in today's report, Apple could be planning to debut its custom image sensor in the 20th anniversary iPhone. Apple is reportedly considering a radical redesign for the anniversary model that could feature a completely bezel-less display that curves around all four edges of the device. Tags: 20th-Anniversary iPhone, NaverThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:01 pmLeaker backs iPhone 18 Pro variable aperture lens reports; maybe Pro Max only
A leaker with a good track record on iPhone camera matters has backed earlier reports that the iPhone 18 Pro will get a variable aperture lens, something not yet seen in an iPhone. It’s not yet clear whether both the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will get the upcoming feature, or whether it will be exclusive to the latter … more…12:00 pmLenovo’s ‘Smarter AI for All’ Unifies AI From Pocket to Cloud
Lenovo’s unified AI ecosystem across phone, PC, and cloud exposes Dell’s AI pitch as device-bound marketing, positioning Lenovo as the more credible leader in the next era of computing. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.11:52 amiPads, Xcode, and Steam: Game development is hard, but gratifying
Beyond a frustrating ChatGPT vibe coding incident, I've been showing my game "Character Limit" to others via my iPad, it's about to be available on Steam, and the App Store is next.A build of 'Character Limit' running on an iPhone 15 Pro MaxAppleInsider readers will be aware of my attempts to produce a game on my Mac. Using the assistance of ChatGPT, Xcode, and Unity, I made a fairly simple word game, initially as a learning exercise and an experiment with AI.After a favorable initial development period, the game had reached a level where it was technically usable. It was basic in form, but it had reached a point where it had to become an actually-releasable game; otherwise, I would end up disappointing myself too much. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:41 amXCode 26 forgets “Pin Editor Tabs” settings
This issue occurs on three macs, I select "When Tab is Created" and start working then after some undefined period (hours or a couple of days) the editor returns to open file on single editor window If I check the settings it is correctly set to "When Tab is Created" so I select another item […]11:26 amAndroid developers can now make apps using Apple's Swift
Apple's Swift programming language can now be used to develop for Android, and share code with iOS apps.Swift can now be used to make Android appsSwift was launched by Apple in 2014 — although it had secretly been in development since 2010. It's a programming language that was aimed at developing iPhone apps, but in 2015, Apple made it open source.Since then, it has been becoming particularly popular because it is a lightweight and fast language. It also compiles data much quicker than Objective-C, the language developers used before. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:22 amMIA (Miami) on 2025-10-28
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Oct 28, 09:00 - 12:00 UTCOct 27, 11:02 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in MIA (Miami) datacenter on 2025-10-28 between 09:00 and 12:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.11:15 amHere’s proof that those iPhone typos you keep making aren’t your fault
Macworld You may not think much about it, but the virtual keyboard is one of the most essential parts of how the iPhone works. Over the years, Apple has made countless refinements to make typing easier, from auto-correct and predictive suggestions to swipe typing and smarter layouts. However, since the release of iOS 26 last month, a growing number of users have been complaining that something feels off. If you’ve noticed more typos than usual, you’re not alone. And it turns out there really is a bug affecting the iPhone’s virtual keyboard. Typing the right letter, but getting the wrong one instead A YouTuber named Michi NekoMichi recently shared a video compiling complaints about the iPhone keyboard. According to NekoMichi’s video, he is “making more mistakes than usual” when typing in iOS 26. He’s not alone. In the comments section, multiple iPhone users shared the same frustration, claiming that their devices are inserting the wrong letters even when they’re sure they tapped the correct key. Some users speculate that the issue might be worse on newer iPhones with thinner bezels, since the keyboard sits closer to the edges of the display. Others believe it’s related to display sensitivity or touchscreen issues. However, given that users of different iPhone models have been reporting the same bug, the problem is likely related to iOS rather than hardware. To investigate, Michi recorded a slow-motion video of himself typing the same phrase repeatedly in the Notes app on an iPhone running iOS 26.0.1, the latest public release. The footage shows that the system often replaces one letter with another for no apparent reason. For instance, pressing “U” sometimes results in “J.” There’s no clear pattern: the same word can produce different errors on separate attempts. “As a fellow longtime iOS user, I’ve noticed this for a couple of years now and have been pulling my hair out trying to figure it out,” one user wrote. Another simply said, “I knew I wasn’t crazy.” Similar reports have also surfaced on Reddit, X, and Apple’s own discussion forums. Some say it’s most noticeable when typing fast, while others claim it happens even when slowly tapping one letter at a time. Curious, I tried the same experiment myself. Using my iPhone 17 Pro Max running iOS 26.1 beta 4, I filmed a slow-motion video while typing a few phrases, and the bug showed up immediately. In one test, I repeatedly typed “thumbs up,” and several times the system replaced letters I had correctly tapped. In one case, pressing “H” produced a “U” instead. The cause remains unclear At first glance, it’s easy to blame auto-correct, but that doesn’t seem to be the reason. The keyboard registers the correct tap, and yet the output changes afterward, meaning the issue likely occurs after input recognition, not before. Even disabling auto-correction didn’t make a difference. The iPhone keyboard in iOS 26 often registers the wrong keystroke despite tapping the correct key.Foundry Apple’s virtual keyboard relies heavily on machine learning to adapt to each user’s typing habits. It constantly learns from your messages and notes to improve suggestions and accuracy. If the bug lies in this adaptive layer, that could explain why the problem appears inconsistently. It’s also possible that the problem is tied to Apple’s keyboard prediction model, which silently expands touch areas for likely letters. For example, after typing “He,” the system predicts that “L” is the most probable next character and adjusts the keyboard’s touch zones accordingly. But even this mechanism seems to behave correctly in the slow-motion recordings, suggesting that something else is interfering with how the input is processed. In short, the bug seems to happen after the keyboard accepts the correct keypress, not because of user error or predictive modeling. No fix in sight, but iOS 26.1 could change that So far, Apple hasn’t publicly acknowledged this keyboard issue. The only thing affected users can do is file feedback using Apple’s Feedback Assistant (available online or as part of beta versions of iOS). Apple has a history of quietly fixing minor bugs without acknowledging them publicly in changelogs, so there’s a chance this keyboard issue could be patched silently as well. The company is currently testing iOS 26.1, which is expected to be released in the coming weeks. While the issue persists in the latest beta, with any luck, Apple will address this glitch before it becomes one of those annoying issues that quietly persist through multiple updates.11:13 amTwitter.com domain is being ‘retired,’ says X; action required by Nov 10
The social network formerly known as Twitter has very quietly revealed that the twitter.com domain is set to be “retired.” As a first step, the company is requiring anyone who uses a hardware security key or passkey to re-enroll within two weeks, otherwise it will cease to work … more…10:59 amiPhone 18 Pro Could Gain DSLR Camera-Style Aperture Control
Apple intends to equip next year's iPhone 18 Pro models with a variable aperture lens, according to a Chinese leaker with information allegedly sourced from Apple's supply chain. According to the Weibo account Digital Chat Station, the main rear camera – what Apple calls the 48-megapixel Fusion camera – on both iPhone 18 Pro models will offer variable aperture, which would be a first for the iPhone. The leaker also claims that the devices' main and telephoto lenses will feature a larger aperture. A variable-aperture system physically adjusts the lens opening, letting more light in for low-light shots or narrowing the opening for brighter scenes and deeper depth of field. The main cameras on the iPhone 15 Pro, 16 Pro, and 17 Pro all use a fixed ƒ/1.78 aperture, where the lens is permanently set to its widest setting. With a variable lens, the iPhone 18 Pro would allow users to manually shift the aperture, similar to on a DSLR camera. This would mean more control over depth of field, enabling sharper focus on subjects or smoother background blur. It isn't the first time we've heard rumors of Apple planning to bring variable aperture to the iPhone. Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said in November 2024 that Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models will get the feature. Variable aperture was rumored for at least one iPhone 17 model, but it failed to materialize. iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to launch in September 2026. Digital Chat Station has a decent track record for Apple rumors. They accurately revealed that the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus would feature a slightly smaller 48-megapixel sensor than the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, as well as the display panel design of the iPhone 12 back in 2020.Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tag: Digital Chat StationRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:57 amOut of touch — how the MacBook Pro Touch Bar came and went
It was such a bold change to a keyboard that Apple championed the Touch Bar — for a while. Then it quickly started to fade away before vanishing completely. Here's what happened, and why.The Touch Bar on a MacBook ProStop us if you know this one. Apple launches something new or changes something significant in a device, and it gets briefly ridiculed. Then as shortly as rival manufacturers can copy it, they do, and now it becomes the standard.It might not be that Apple invents this new change, but it is routinely the case that it is first to market, or that it is first to popularize whatever it is. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:30 amSo it looks like the iPhone Air is a flop. Well, duh
Macworld Hate to say I told you so, but… you know. I told you so. Yep, this is going to be one of those articles. Two and a half months before it was announced, I predicted that the iPhone 17 Air would be a flop. And now the first post-launch research is in, and (with the usual caveats about lack of official sales numbers) it looks like I was right: one report says Apple has “drastically” cut back on production orders and another says there’s “virtually no consumer demand.” The only part I got wrong was thinking there would be a 17 in the name. Not that I expect or deserve much credit for this particular piece of prophecy. (Or the one that, ahem, came two months earlier than that.) Anyone could see this coming. An ultraslim smartphone was always going to be a tough sell, as Samsung discovered in the summer with the Galaxy S25 Edge. It simply requires too many compromises in areas that almost all customers care about for the sake of an improvement in one that they mostly don’t. Apple did its best to mitigate the problems, going into full damage-control mode during the keynote presentation. Instead of extolling the actual benefit of a 5.6mm phone (can be sharpened and used as a ninja star?), the company focused on telling us how it had solved a bunch of problems it just created. Worried it will bend? Don’t! It’s made of space-grade titanium and is virtually unbendable. Worried it will have a crappy battery life? Don’t! We’ve made room for more battery capacity by shunting components into a swollen eyesore… sorry, we mean aesthetically pleasing Plateau. Worried about camera performance? Don’t! The single rear lens is actually an exciting new “2-in-1 camera system.” By all accounts, the iPhone Air is a genuinely impressive feat of engineering, but you can’t engineer your way out of a bad strategy. And product design is a zero-sum game anyway: each of the stellar accomplishments that make up the Air’s CV represents a missed opportunity elsewhere. If the engineers didn’t have to make it so astonishingly violence-resistant, they could have made it cheaper. If there was room for a proper battery in the main body, then it wouldn’t have to stick out at the back like a pregnant halibut. And while battery life is good for such a slim phone, it’s still worse than all the other late-2025 iPhones and the Pro models from last year. Ultimately, as my colleague Jason pointed out in his review, the problem is that the iPhone Air asks Apple fans to pay more for less. And that’s not what we’ve been led to expect over years and years of iterative upgrades, which don’t change much but only change for the better. (Even paying more for the same is anathema. Remember those gold Apple Watch Edition models from the early days, which cost thousands and thousands for no functional improvement?) If Apple fans are going to pay over the odds, they expect to at least get a bunch of extra features they’re probably not going to use. This may or may not be a serious setback for Apple, since the reportedly low sales of the Air are offset by the reportedly high sales of the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. My take would be that it’s not a big deal in the short term, indeed, it may even mean more revenue overall, but it spells trouble in the medium to long term if Apple can’t learn its lesson. Traditional iPhones are likely to lose their lustre as AI becomes a more important criterion for customers and other manufacturers explore their own futuristic options–such as foldables and curved smartphones. If the future isn’t the iPhone Air, Apple needs to work out what is. 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. Trending: Top stories The iPhone 17 is doomed because everyone says it isn’t. The iPad Pro has finally fulfilled its destiny, with a little help from the M5. Filipe Esposito just bought an M4 iPad Pro. Here’s why he’s not tempted by the M5. Not just Liquid Glass: Here are 6 times Apple backtracked on a major design decision. Samsung’s Vision Pro killer is half the price and half a pound lighter. Trump Mobile is selling ‘renewed’ iPhones that are really terrible deals. Podcast of the week Apple has released a new laptop, the M5 MacBook Pro. In the latest episode of the Macworld Podcast, we take a look at it, talk about our impressions, and whether it’s worth buying or not. Tune in and find out more! You can catch every episode of the Macworld Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, the Podcasts app, or our own site. Reviews corner M5 MacBook Pro review: A minor refresh hiding a massive graphics boost. Apple Watch Series 11 review: The best (but don’t buy it). Razer Joro keyboard review: A gamer’s alternative to Apple’s Magic Keyboard. Anker Nano 10K review: Compact power bank. The rumor mill Prominent leaker details three alleged new upcoming iPhone designs. 20th anniversary MacBook Pro: Everything you need to know about Apple’s touchscreen redesign. The 18-inch folding iPad might not happen for a while—if ever. The iPhone 19 might suffer the same fate as the iPhone 9. Video of the week @macworld.com iOS 26.1 Liquid Glass with less glass #ios #apple ♬ original sound – Macworld – Macworld You should really know about a couple of settings coming up in iOS 26.1. Enjoy all our short-form video on TikTok or Instagram. Software updates, bugs, and problems iOS 26 has a new iPhone security setting that you need to turn on immediately. If your Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro is turning pink, you might be cleaning it wrong. Concerns grow over ‘new’ Siri’s performance, as Apple’s AI struggles continue. iOS 26.1 beta 4 does the unthinkable: You can control how glassy you want Liquid Glass to be. It also brings two great new interface adjustments. 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.09:22 amLHR (London) on 2025-10-29
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Apple’s Swift software development kit just became that much more useful. A new preview release of the Swift SDK for Android was published lasat week, allowing developers to build Android apps in Swift with official tooling and making it easier to share code across iOS and Android. The kit allows Android apps to be built […] Source08:38 amHow to refresh APNs token automatically after device restore without requiring the user to open the app? | Stack Overflow on iOS DevHow to refresh APNs token automatically after device restore without requiring the user to open the app?
When an iOS device is restored from another device (e.g., Device A → Device B), the old APNs token becomes invalid. The token is only refreshed once the app is opened and registerForRemoteNotifications() is called again. Is there any way to automatically refresh or update the APNs token without requiring the user to open the app after a device restore? I’ve considered background app refresh or silent push notifications, but from what I understand, these also won’t run until the app has been opened at least once. Questions: 1. Is there any system-level mechanism that can trigger APNs token renewal automatically after restore? 2. Can the app be awakened silently to refresh its token before the user opens it? 3. What’s the best practice to ensure push delivery reliability after a device restore (e.g., fallback strategies)? Any official documentation or practical experience would be very helpful.08:00 amA PDF editing app for Mac that doesn’t charge monthly
Macworld TL;DR: PDF Reader Pro for Mac lets you edit text, replace images, merge files, and convert PDFs to Word, Excel, or PowerPoint — $39.99 with lifetime access.Editing or signing a PDF shouldn’t mean dealing with expensive software or cloud logins. PDF Reader Pro for Mac gives you professional-level control over your documents with no ongoing costs, just a one-time payment of $39.99 (reg. $79.99). This app covers everything from editing and converting to annotating and securing files, all in a clean, Mac-optimized interface. Once purchased, it’s yours forever. No monthly renewals, no internet dependency. What this PDF reader can do Edit text, replace images, and adjust layouts directly in your PDFs Merge, split, or reorder pages in seconds Annotate, comment, and compare files side-by-side Convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more with high accuracy Add watermarks, headers, and footers to batches of files Use OCR to make scanned documents searchable Protect files with passwords and add legally binding e-signatures For freelancers, students, and professionals alike, this is a smarter, cheaper way to manage documents without paying for Adobe every year. Get lifetime access to PDF Reader Pro for Mac for $39.99 and take back control of your PDFs. PDF Reader Pro Premium License For Mac: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.07:18 amGet the 11th Gen iPad 128GB Wi-Fi at $50 Off!
Amazon has the 11th Gen iPad with Wi-Fi and 128GB storage marked $50 off. Powered by the A16 chip, the iPad delivers a superfast, smooth and responsive experience. You can breeze through daily tasks for work or study and enjoy playing games or watching movies. Use your iPad as a canvas for your next project […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:17 amApple And Other Tech Giants Donate To Trump’s Ballroom Construction at the White House
Apple is one of many companies that will be contributing to the development of a ballroom measuring 90,000 square feet, a project initiated by the U.S. President, Donald Trump. Construction has already started this week, with the east wing of the White House being torn down. The president claimed that the costs for the ballroom […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:15 amApple Could Acquire Big Titles From Warner Bros
Mark Gurman from Bloomberg reports that Apple has shown interest in acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery, a media company which owns Warner Bros., CNN, DC Entertainment, Cartoon Network, Discovery Channel and more. Apple has shown interest in buying the production assets and its extensive library of TV shows and movies. Some parts would be sold to […] The post appeared first on iLounge.07:14 amA20 and A20 Pro 2nm Chips Will Be Powering Next Year’s iPhone Series
The A20 chip is expected to come in two versions and will be designed for next year’s iPhone 18 models. The company is planning to release the most recent 2nm process chip made using the latest process by TSMC with both the A20 and A20 Pro chip. The rumor comes from Mobile Phone Chip Expert, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:22 amCaching WebView
Is there a ready-to-go library that just uses WebView to cache any pages the user visits, and provides those pages cached versions if the user visits them while offline? submitted by /u/Informal-Addendum435 [link] [comments]05:53 amDKR (Dakar) on 2025-10-28
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I'm not a designer; I use an image editor once or twice a year. My app icon looks really bad in Tahoe and looks horrible when I set it to "tinted." I tried using Icon Composer, but I don't know what to do. I only have the PNG files of the icon, including the 1024×1024 […]05:22 amADD (Addis Ababa) on 2025-10-28
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Updates the calendar and contact apps with additions, improvements, and bug fixes. ($49.99 new for each, free update, various sizes, macOS 11.5+)01:01 amBusyCal 2025.4.1 and BusyContacts 2025.4.1
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https://preview.redd.it/19oa4k7bxjxf1.png?width=714&format=png&auto=webp&s=1fc08049ee23ae015ae0b8fcff634178ba559f63 Is there a way to allow the user to make a selection without having the menu below show up? My use case is that I want to promote a certain action taken on the text selection with a separate button below the TextEditor submitted by /u/RSPJD [link] [comments]Sunday October 2611:53 pmGRU (São Paulo) on 2025-10-28
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I have been developing an iPhone-only app and I wanted to add my app for publishing/review. However, for some reason, it requires that I submit an iPad screenshot of the app: > You must upload a screenshot for 13-inch iPad displays. What am I missing here? How can I disable my app from having an […]11:41 pmRemove visible border around image
Hey! I'm coding an app for ios and android using react native. I am a noob in both react and mobile dev, so this might be a super simple answer. I am trying to integrate a Sync Apple Health Data button, similar to what is prescribed by apple. I downloaded apple's health icon in png […]10:15 pmLooking for good patterns/advice for how to surface errors to the user with the appropriate string with good style and organization. I have never seen this done in a way that feels clean. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingLooking for good patterns/advice for how to surface errors to the user with the appropriate string with good style and organization. I have never seen this done in a way that feels clean.
In every codebase I’ve worked in, including my own, I’ve never seen a pattern for propagating errors for user display that I have liked. When handling throwing methods, try etc, I do have a good sense of what style decisions will lead to good outcomes. However something’s always struck me as uniquely tricky about getting […]10:15 pm[OC] Decided to build a dashboard page to show me where my user friction was on my questionnaire | Reddit on iOS Programming[OC] Decided to build a dashboard page to show me where my user friction was on my questionnaire
How do you guys track your questionnaire analytics? Where do you see your points of friction? submitted by /u/retardbilly [link] [comments]09:03 pmiOS 26 broke my favorite feature. I built my own browser.
After Apple removed one tap tabs in Safari in iOS 26, I built INK. A browser that brings back that old school joy of flipping through stories. submitted by /u/reallyneedcereal [link] [comments]09:00 pmRecreated the iCloud login animation with SwiftUI (source code inside!)
I really like the iCloud login animation, so I had a crack at recreating it. The final version uses swiftui and spritekit to achieve the effect. I'm pretty happy with how it turned out so I thought I'd share it! You can see the animation, along with a breakdown and the source code here: https://x.com/georgecartridge/status/1982483221318357253 […]08:50 pmHow do you set realistic goals and plan your app marketing strategy?
Hey everyone, I'm netting around $2.5k/month from my apps right now(2 big ones and a few more smaller ones), getting most of my traffic through ASA but I'm pretty much maxed out on what I can spend there. Can't really increase bids or explore the platform more without blowing my budget. I'm trying to figure […]08:13 pmFlare Audio Sonic Lens review: A five-millimeter experiment in over-engineering
They promise clearer, richer sound from your AirPods Pro — but what you actually get is a tiny piece of plastic and a whole lot of anxiety.Sonic Lens by Flare AudioAirPods Pro sound really good. Unsurprisingly, though, Apple generally knows how to make products that do what they say on the box.For example, I have AirPods Pro 2. And, while I still think that my AirPods Max are better for making phone calls, I use my AirPods Pro 2 for almost all other listening. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:14 pmThis credit card-size AirTag alternative fits perfectly in your wallet
The AirTag isn't designed to track wallets or your office swipe card. KeySmart SmartCard, a credit-card-size wallet tracker, is. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:22 pmT-Mobile closing AutoPay discount loophole for Apple Pay and credit card payments
Two years ago, T-Mobile announced a controversial decision to ditch its AutoPay discount for Apple Pay and credit cards payments. Its reasoning at the time, of course, was that it pays higher processing fees on credit card transactions, so it saves a few dollars by restricting AutoPay to debit and bank payments only. Unfortunately, T-Mobile is now cracking down on a popular workaround that allowed customers to get an AutoPay discount and still use a credit card or Apple Pay for payments. more…05:05 pmToday in Apple history: iPod Photo brings color display to music machine
On October 26, 2004, Apple debuted the iPod Photo, capable of putting not just 15,000 songs in your pocket, but also 25,000 photos. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:49 pmUI developed with 100% SwiftUI. How does it look?
How does this upload post UI look for my surfing social platform? My goal was to make it minimalistic and modern, using .glassEffect and .interactive to make everything feel alive and dynamic. submitted by /u/CobraCodes [link] [comments]03:44 pmHow Apple might give the M6-powered iPad Pro a serious performance boost
The next-generation iPad Pro will reportedly borrow a feature from the iPhone 17 Pro to supercharge performance. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:26 pmSomething that should be said about vibe coded apps
You ain’t learning, you ain’t making something of value, most dont know what they are even doing and believe an LLM it’s going to give production ready code that is going to be worth 10k a month. All these YouTubers that told you that you can, lied to you. Sorry not sorry submitted by […]01:52 pmApple Maps could soon be dotted with ads
Apple is reportedly gearing up to bring ads to its Maps app, letting businesses pay to have their listings featured more prominently. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:45 pmBest Apple Deals of the Week: AirTag 4-Pack Hits $64.99 All-Time Low Price Alongside Sales on AirPods and iPad | MacRumorsBest Apple Deals of the Week: AirTag 4-Pack Hits $64.99 All-Time Low Price Alongside Sales on AirPods and iPad
This week Apple's AirTag 4-Pack hit an all-time low price at $34 off, and we're still tracking this great deal today, along with big discounts on AirPods, charging accessories on Amazon, and the 11th generation iPad. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. AirPods What's the deal? Take up to $69 off AirPods Max and AirPods Pro 2 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $79 OFFAirPods Pro 2 for $169.99 $69 OFFAirPods Max USB-C for $479.99 The AirPods Pro 2 are at a solid $79 discount this week on Amazon, available for $169.99, down from $249.00. You can also get the AirPods Max for $479.99, down from $549.00. AirTag What's the deal? Get $34 off AirTag 4-Pack Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $4 OFFAirTag for $24.99 $34 OFFAirTag 4-Pack for $64.99 Amazon has the AirTag 4-Pack for the all-time low price of $64.99, down from $99.00. You can also get a 1-Pack for $24.99, which is a second-best price. Amazon Sale What's the deal? Save on popular brands like Anker, Jackery, and Ecovacs Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $15 OFFAnker Magnetic Power Bank for $34.99 $554 OFFEcovacs Deebot T30S Pro Robot Vacuum for $545.99 Amazon this week has a few notable sales from popular brands like Satechi, Jackery, Anker, and Ecovacs. These include discounts on everything from MagSafe-compatible car chargers to portable power stations, Find My compatible wallets, and robot vacuums. You can find every deal in our original post. Nano USB-C 30W Foldable Charger - $15.99, down from $19.99 10,000 mAh Magnetic Power Bank - $34.99, down from $49.99 Soundcore V40i Open-Ear Headphones - $49.99, down from $79.99 10,000 mAh MagGo Qi2 Power Bank - $56.99, down from $89.99 140W 4-Port USB-C Charger - $79.99, down from $99.99 Power Station with Lantern - $79.99, down from $149.99 iPad What's the deal? Get $50 off 11th gen iPad Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $50 OFF128GB Wi-Fi iPad for $299.00 $50 OFF256GB Wi-Fi iPad for $399.00 $50 OFF512GB Wi-Fi iPad for $599.00 Amazon this week is taking $50 off Wi-Fi models of Apple's 11th generation iPad. Prices start at $299.00 for the 128GB Wi-Fi iPad, down from $349.00, a second-best price on this model. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find as we head into the holidays? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:44 pmI think my app is cooked 2 months in
Hi everyone, My budgeting app GroceryBudget launched 2 months. After a small spike, impressions and downloads have dropped off hard. I suck at marketing so that might be a factor. What it does: ✅ Create carts for each trip or store ✅ Add items quickly (name, price, quantity) ✅ See your budget update in real […]01:40 pmWaiting multiple days in 2025 for an app update to be approved is ridiculous | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWaiting multiple days in 2025 for an app update to be approved is ridiculous
It's 2025 this is ridiculous. Almost $4 trillion company and their review process is garbage. Android approves my updates in like an hour max. I don't care if it used to take a month 15 years ago it is still ridiculous. App Store Connect hasn't changed in over a decade. Xcode is the same bloated […]01:33 pmI’m the guy who bought an Apple device right before a new one came out. I don’t regret it one bit | MacworldI’m the guy who bought an Apple device right before a new one came out. I don’t regret it one bit
Macworld While the rest of the world was waiting for the M5 iPad Pro earlier this month, I decided to buy an M4 iPad Pro, just days before Apple dropped its big M5 announcement, in fact. Yes, I knew the M5 iPad Pro was imminent. But the deal I got on the previous generation model was compelling enough that I didn’t hesitate. When the M5 model arrived last week, I was still within my return window. However, after digging into what’s new on the new iPad Pro, I’ve concluded that going for the M5 isn’t the no-brainer it appears to be. In fact, I’m here to argue that buying the M4 version now could be the smarter move if you want to save some money. And if you already have an M4 iPad Pro, you shouldn’t worry about buying a new one. For context, I replaced an M2 iPad Pro with 128GB of storage, which was more than enough for what I do with my iPad (usually watching videos, browsing the web, and writing articles). I wasn’t exactly considering an upgrade, but I couldn’t pass up a good opportunity to upgrade. I found a good deal on the entry-level M4 iPad Pro with 256GB of storage, so I sold my old iPad and bought the M4 for a small difference in price. I could have waited a couple more weeks to buy the new M5 iPad Pro, but would that have made a huge difference? Not really – and here’s why. The M4 iPad Pro is plenty fast for all sorts of tasks, including high-end gaming.Foundry Same design, same display, same iPad experience In terms of design, if you compare both models side by side, you’ll have a hard time finding any differences. Except for the fact that the M5 version no longer has “iPad Pro” written on the back, the M5 iPad Pro has kept the same ultra-thin design introduced with last year’s M4 model. Both versions have exactly the same dimensions, weight, and thickness. But those aren’t the only things they have in common. The M4 iPad Pro was the first to include a Tandem OLED display that reaches a peak brightness of up to 1600 nits when showing HDR content. It’s an incredible display, and I love it. Guess what? The M5 iPad Pro has the same panel as last year’s model. The cameras on the iPad Pro M4 and M5 are also the same. You’ll get a 12MP wide-angle lens on the back and a 12MP ultra-wide camera with Center Stage on the front, no matter which iPad you choose. There was a rumor about the M5 version getting two front cameras for a better experience in different orientations, but it seems that Apple has scrapped that idea. The M4 iPad has the same design as the M5, so it works with the same accessories.Foundry Since the design is the same, Apple hasn’t updated any of its accessories for the new M5 iPad Pro either. This means you can have the same experience with an M4 iPad Pro by pairing it with the same Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil Pro. In fact, the Magic Keyboard was one of the reasons I considered upgrading from the older M2 iPad Pro. The improved angle adjustment, the more premium aluminum finish, and the function keys really make a difference. And I didn’t have to buy this year’s model to get all that. What else is the same? Well, the same 10 hours of battery life, the same four built-in speakers (which are also quite good), and the same USB-C port with Thunderbolt 4 support. What’s actually new with the M5 iPad Pro Okay, so there has to be something new in this year’s iPad Pro, right? The first and most obvious change is the chip. This year’s iPad Pro is one of the first Apple products to receive the M5 chip, and it comes with some intriguing improvements. Apple says the new GPU offers up to 45 percent more performance compared to the M4, while the M5 also has an improved Neural Engine to handle AI-based tasks. The M5 iPad Pro is definitely faster than the M4 model, but most users won’t notice the difference.Foundry Based on our testing on the MacBook Pro, the M5 is indeed a massive boost on the graphics side. When it comes to the CPU, the M5 chip is only about 15 percent faster than the M4. To be honest, my M2 iPad Pro already felt fast enough for pretty much everything, from basic tasks to occasional gaming. The M4 chip has made everything even snappier. I doubt most users would notice the performance difference between the M4 and M5 chips in their day-to-day use. Another difference between the M4 and M5 iPad Pro is that this year’s models start with 12GB of RAM and go up to 16GB of RAM in the 1TB and 2TB storage versions. Previously, the 256GB and 512GB models only had 8GB of RAM. These improvements will certainly make a difference if you plan to play AAA games or run local AI models on your iPad. But other than that, there aren’t many iPadOS apps that take advantage of such hardware. The M4 iPad Pro is still capable of handling everything without struggle. Apple has also improved the connectivity of the new iPad Pro. This year’s models come with the Apple-designed N1 chip introduced with the iPhone 17 models. The chip enables Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, while last year’s iPad still runs on Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. Wi-Fi 7 is certainly a big step up from Wi-Fi 6E, offering much higher theoretical speeds. But if you don’t have a Wi-Fi 7 setup in your home (which is my case), it won’t make a difference for now. Also, there aren’t many Bluetooth 6-compatible accessories on the market yet. Those who opt for the Cellular version of the M5 iPad Pro may notice a major upgrade, as Apple has put its own 5G modem (called C1X) in it. Again, we still have to wait for real-world testing, but Apple says the new modem supports speeds up to 50 percent faster on 5G, and it also uses less power. Another minor difference is support for external monitors with a refresh rate of 120Hz. I currently have a Studio Display, which is limited to 60Hz, so that’s another thing I don’t have to worry about for now. Oh, and the new M5 iPad Pro supports fast charging to 50 percent in just 30 minutes, but it’s not like the charging speed of the M4 version bothers me. The M4 iPad Pro’s display is identical to the M5 model.Foundry Why I’m sticking with the M4 As I use my M4 iPad Pro, I don’t feel the need for more performance than it already offers. That alone makes me feel more comfortable about not being tempted by the M5 model. And since both models have the same design and accessories, I don’t feel like I’m missing out on anything. If you plan to use your iPad to run heavy generative AI workloads, constant 3D rendering, or play console-level games like Resident Evil 4, the new M5 iPad Pro may be the best option for you. 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