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- 01:00 pmThe M5 Vision Pro is still the ultimate entertainment device [Review] ★★★★☆
The new M5 Vision Pro brings a huge leap in compute power and graphics performance to Apple’s novel mixed-reality platform. The tweaks to the formula deliver better graphics and passthrough video, and longer battery life — plus a more comfortable head band in the box. Unfortunately, it doesn’t include more storage or a lower price. […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:00 pmM6 iPad Pro Likely to Feature Vapor Chamber Cooling
Apple is planning to bring an iPhone 17 Pro-style vapor chamber to the iPad Pro, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In the latest edition of his "Power On" newsletter, Gurman explained that with increasingly powerful chips, Apple is planning to bring vapor chamber cooling to the iPad Pro. The new feature could arrive as soon as with the next generation, which will likely feature the "M6" chip made with TSMC's 2-nanometer process. The liquid cooling system would help mitigate throttling, especially as the iPad Pro becomes more capable at handling intense workflows. If the move to bring a vapor chamber to the iPhone and iPad Pro prove successful, Apple could turn its attention to bringing the technology to other passively cooled devices like the MacBook Air. Apple is now seemingly operating an approximate 18-month refresh cycle for the iPad Pro, so next-generation model should arrive in the spring of 2027, according to Gurman. Related Roundup: iPad ProTags: Bloomberg, Mark GurmanBuyer's Guide: iPad Pro (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:45 pmReport: iPad Pro to gain vapor chamber cooling with M6 model
According to iPad Pro models stay performant whilst still being fanless and incredibly thin. more…12:43 pmiPad Pro rumored to get iPhone 17 Pro vapor chamber cooling in early 2027
To help differentiate the lineup from the iPhone Air, the M6 iPad Pro is expected to get the same cooling technology that's in the iPhone 17 Pro in the spring of 2027.iPad ProApple added vapor chamber cooling to the A19 Pro, giving the iPhone 17 Pro a considerable boost to its performance. It probably won't be the only chip to benefit from the thermal management addition.According to Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman hears that it is on Apple's roadmap for the iPad Pro. Work is underway on adding the feature, with the intention of it being included in the next bout of iPad Pro upgrades. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:40 pmAds likely coming to Apple Maps in 2026
There are many reasons to prefer Apple Maps to vastly more successful Google Maps, but reportedly the lure of advertising revenue has finally made Apple decide to remove one of them.Apple MapsFor at least three years, Apple has been said to be first considering and then actively investigating adding adverts to Apple Maps. Each time, the chief source for the rumor has been Bloomberg — and now the publication is back again with more.This most recent report claims that the decision has been taken to move ahead with the project. The claim is that starting as soon as 2026, Apple will allow businesses to pay to have their entries in some way displayed more visibly within Apple Maps. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:39 amApple Hosts Special Vision Pro Event for Developers
Apple used the launch week of the M5 Vision Pro this week to run a two-day "Meet with Apple" program for developers, with a focus on building immersive media and interactive apps for visionOS 26. Apple invited developers to its Developer Center in Cupertino, hosting sessions on how to create Apple Immersive Video, design spatial interactions, and use features such as SharePlay and spatial Personas. During this Day 1 livestream, we'll show how visionOS 26 can help you tell impactful immersive and interactive stories. You'll learn how to frame your creative ideas for formats like Apple Immersive Video and explore real-world examples from past productions. You'll discover how to design for spatial interaction and tell stories that make the audience part of your experience. And you'll find out how to use SharePlay and spatial Personas to help people connect over your ideas. On Day 2, we'll dive deep into Apple Immersive Video and Apple Spatial Audio. You'll discover how to create entirely new media experiences, get started with Apple Immersive Video, explore new production workflows, and dig into previous Apple Immersive productions. Full recordings of both day one and day two are available for replay on the Apple Developer YouTube channel. Apple announced the M5 Vision Pro on October 15 and in-store availability began on October 22. Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProBuyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:23 amDevelopers Can Now Make Android Apps With Apple's Swift
The first preview release of the Swift SDK for Android was published this week, allowing developers to build Android apps in Swift with official tooling and making it easier to share code across iOS and Android. The SDK enables Android apps to be built in Swift using officially supported tooling rather than community workarounds. In June, it was announced that Apple's Swift programming language would be officially extended to support Android app development through the establishment of a dedicated Android Working Group within the Swift open-source project. Android interoperability is handled by swift-java, which can automatically generate bindings between Java and Swift so developers can use Swift code alongside existing Android APIs and Java code. The Swift Package Index now marks packages with Android support and says over 25% of all packages already build on Android, giving developers a base of reusable code. The Swift SDK for Android is already available in nightly preview form bundled with the Swift for Windows installer or as a separate download for Linux and macOS users. A new Getting Started guide with end-to-end setup instructions and a set of example Android projects written in Swift to illustrate complete workflows is also available. The group is preparing a vision document to set future priorities and is tracking progress on a public project board.Tags: Android, SwiftThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:50 amGoToMyPC – Application in-accessible
Oct 26, 10:50 UTCMonitoring - Our engineers have corrected the issue and we are confirming that all services are functional.We will continue monitoring the situation and provide a final update shortly.Oct 26, 10:48 UTCIdentified - Our engineers have identified the issue and are now actively working towards a resolution.We will provide another update shortly.Oct 26, 10:35 UTCInvestigating - We are actively investigating reports that some GoToMyPC customers may be experiencing issues in accessing application.Our engineers are working to identify the issue and will provide another update shortly.09:19 amHow to make assets
Hi there I’ve recently been start IOS programming, and I wanted to ask how people make there assets for like widgets/UI and just for the app in general ; I know Apple has there native SF symbols and stuff But I am not that good at design so I wanted to ask if you have […]08:00 amWhy buy an AirTag and a keychain? This new gadget is both.
Macworld TL;DR: Save $17 on a 2-pack of these carabiner keychain trackers that work with the Apple Find My app. AirTags are great until you realize you also need to buy a holder just to attach them to your keys… and that’s not very secure from drops or potential thieves. This nifty Find My keychain solves both problems by becoming the tracking device itself. Grab a 2-pack for yourself or early gifting for $32.99 (MSRP $49.98). The trackers connect directly to Apple’s Find My network, so you can locate your keys, backpack, luggage, or gear in seconds using your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Because the tracking tech is built right into the carabiner itself, there’s no separate tag to lose — and it’s less obvious to potential thieves who might otherwise try to ditch a visible tracker. With a premium metal build, IP67 waterproofing, and a secure clip, these carabiners are built for everyday use from daily commutes to cross-country travel. They’re compact and lightweight, run for up to a year on a replaceable battery, and require no extra apps or subscriptions. Order this 2-pack of carabiner keychain trackers with Find My for $32.99 and $3.99 shipping (MSRP $49.98). Singles are also available at the same link. Carabiner Keychain Tracker (2-Pack) – Works with Apple Find My (iOS only)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amExclusive: 10TB of cloud storage you can keep for life
Macworld TL;DR: Instead of endless monthly fees, grab an Internxt Cloud Storage lifetime subscription, now $349.99 for 10TB (MSRP $2,900). Cloud storage shouldn’t cost you hundreds every year or force you to pick which devices get access. With Internxt, you no longer have to compromise. Ditch the $24/month/user fees you’d pay with a service like Dropbox for a one-time payment with an 87% exclusive discount through us. With 10TB of cloud storage, you’ll have room for just about everything — roughly 2.5 million photos, 250,000 songs, or over 1,000 HD movies. It’s also built to work seamlessly across all your devices. You can access, upload, and share files through dedicated apps for macOS, iOS, Windows, Android, and Linux, or simply log in via any web browser. Security is at the heart of the service, too. Internxt uses end-to-end encryption to split and secure your files before they leave your device, and a zero-knowledge policy means even the company itself can’t see what you store. It’s open-source, GDPR-compliant, and even employs post-quantum encryption to safeguard against future threats. Get 10TB of lifetime cloud storage with Internxt for $349.99 with our unbeatable offer (MSRP $2,900). Internxt Cloud Storage Lifetime Subscription: 10TB PlanSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.06:55 amHow to protect endpoints used by iOS Message Filtering Extension?
I am just wondering if there is any option to protect my endpoints that will be used by Message Filtering Extension? According to the documentation our API has 2 endpoints: /.well-known/apple-app-site-association /[endpoint setup in the ILMessageFilterExtensionNetworkURL value of the Info.plist file] that the deferQueryRequestToNetwork will request on every message Since all requests to these 2 endpoints are made by iOS itself (deferQueryRequestToNetwork), I don't understand how I can protect these endpoints on my side, like API key, or mTLS? Like anyone in the world can request these endpoint06:32 amreview for review?
I'm looking for someone from the US to do a review for review on our apps as I got a pretty unfair review and its the only one on the US app store page. submitted by /u/Rare_Sundae_3826 [link] [comments]03:34 amNew limited-time Apple Card offer now available: Earn $75 in Daily Cash
Once again, Apple has dropped a limited edition Apple Card offer for new users who choose to sign up. Typically, the Apple Card does not offer a sign up bonus, so this is worth looking into. more…02:26 amHow to replicate this behavior. No code example needed just concept.
Hi guys, If you open YouTube app and then open some channel (View channel option when you click on channel circle image anywhere in app maybe even yours channel) You will notice that YouTube is using UICollectionView. But how did they managed to make section/cells under tabs bar controll? It looks like one section with […]01:59 amMy first experience with Apple App Store review, from rejections to release | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingMy first experience with Apple App Store review, from rejections to release
Introduction I am the sole developer of the language learning app Lenglio. The idea behind the app is that it can help you learn to read in a new language. I am also not a programmer by trade. My background is completely unrelated to tech but I became interested in programming and taught myself. I’ve […]Saturday October 2510:58 pmI made an app that gives you personalized fortunes daily!
So l ended up creating a fortune app called Fortu: Daily Fortune It basically gives you a fortune every day, and you can chat with your fortune that you received that day. It's pretty simple, but just wanted to share here. Would love any feedback on it. submitted by /u/DoubtNecessary3254 [link] [comments]10:23 pmBlackjack Flash, my first app I developed running on Apple Watch!
Context Like many of you, I own an Apple Watch. I’ve owned an Apple Watch since 2018, and I’ve always felt that most apps and games on watchOS were… well, afterthoughts. Either companion apps or stripped-down demos. As a Software Engineering student, I wanted to put my skills to use and build something actually designed […]10:19 pmBlackjack Flash, my first app I developed running on Apple Watch!
Context Like many of you, I own an Apple Watch. I’ve owned an Apple Watch since 2018, and I’ve always felt that most apps and games on watchOS were… well, afterthoughts. Either companion apps or stripped-down demos. As a Software Engineering student, I wanted to put my skills to use and build something actually designed […]09:40 pmFirst paid app published – now what?
Hey everyone, I’ve been working as an iOS developer in an agency for a few years, but decided to finally start building and publishing my own apps a couple of months ago. I've been building free apps for fun, but I've never monetized one before. My first app with paid subscriptions went live about a […]09:18 pmA dieting app without calorie counting
My first iPhone (and Apple Watch for that matter) is a dieting app without calorie counting. It follows your curve and adjusts portion control depending on how you perceive the portions. It's an idea I've had for a long time, and finally made an app out of it. I have no idea if it's sellable, […]09:04 pmThe Docs Are Frustrating
Hey guys, I have started learning swiftUI an unfortunately the instructions on the docs https://developer.apple.com/tutorials/swiftui/creating-and-combining-views do not coincide with what is presented to me on xcode because xcode’s menu wording has changed. For example, instead of “Embed in VStack/HStack/ZStack,” you’ll often just see “Embed,” and then Xcode picks a sensible container based context. This is […]07:43 pmApple expanding AirPods production in India: report
Foxconn, Apple’s primary manufacturing partner, will double monthly production of new AirPods at their facility in Hyderabad, India. more…07:38 pmiMazing 3.4: enjoy pro-level control of your iPhone with a limited-time 20% discount
Just as the iPhone 17 lineup hit stores last month, iMazing 3.4 rolled out with full support for iOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, and the new devices. The update features multiple enhancements to the tools that give superpowers to iPhone users of any level, and 9to5Mac readers can get a limited-time 20% discount on all licenses with the code 9to5mac-20off. Here’s what’s new. more…07:30 pmIndie App Spotlight: ‘FitWoody’ is a fitness tracker that doesn’t punish imperfection
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Everyone, at least in the United States, likely feels a need to improve their fitness and health – but doesn’t quite know how to. Or, if they have, they end up losing motivation and then give up because they don’t want to feel bad. I’m sure we’ve all heard the stat that most New Years resolutions are to go to the gym more, and most people give up after just a couple weeks. FitWoody flips the script. more…07:14 pm💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀
https://preview.redd.it/0hr6f40z4bxf1.png?width=1892&format=png&auto=webp&s=6423039e8cfc282f0c3fce4818442d057e9b8b6d submitted by /u/SnooCapers8401 [link] [comments]06:53 pmReview: SwitchBot Wallet Finder is an incredibly useful accessory to track your wallet with iPhone Find My | 9 to 5 MacReview: SwitchBot Wallet Finder is an incredibly useful accessory to track your wallet with iPhone Find My
I have an AirTag on my keychain to keep track of my keys, but obviously an AirTag is too big and bulky to fit inside a wallet. That’s what the SwitchBot Wallet Finder is for, currently discounted to just $17.99 each (Disclosure: Affiliate links are used in this article in cooperation with SwitchBot.). Disguised inside a thin, credit-card form factor, the SwitchBot Wallet Finder connects to the Find My app on your iPhone, so you can follow its location, and it even houses a speaker so you can make it beep to help you find your wallet when it inevitably gets lost somewhere in your home. Read on for my review … more…06:39 pmApple's 11-Inch M5 iPad Pro Hits New Low Price of $949 on Amazon
Yesterday we started tracking notable discounts on Apple's new M5 iPad Pro, with deals mostly focused on 13-inch models. Today, Amazon has now introduced a new all-time low price on the entry-level 11-inch M5 iPad Pro, available for $949.00, down from $999.00. 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. In terms of the 11-inch M5 iPad Pro, this is still one of the only steeper discounts, with others sitting around $25 off. If you're shopping for the 13-inch M5 iPad Pro, you'll find the 256GB Wi-Fi model for $1,249.00 ($50 off), the 512GB Wi-Fi model for $1,449.00 ($50 off), and the 2TB Wi-Fi Nano-Texture Glass model for $2,299.00 ($100 off). $50 OFF11-inch M5 iPad Pro (256GB Wi-Fi) for $949.00 The M5 iPad Pro launched this week, and features the new M5 chip, faster SSDs, N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, and more. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find as we head into the holidays? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:17 pmI made an app to help communicate when words are hard – would love your feedback | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI made an app to help communicate when words are hard – would love your feedback
Hey everyone I’ve been working on a small app called Tihi. It’s designed for moments when talking feels too hard — like when you’re overwhelmed, in shutdown, or just need to quietly let someone know you’re not okay. With one tap, you can send a discreet signal to a trusted person (like “I need space” […]05:51 pmBeta-testing new app for game scorekeeping: RoundsKeeper
I've developed a new iOS app for keeping track of scores for games, think card games and board games with requirements for manual score-tracking, but in a way to make it as easy, powerful, and fun to use as possible. Introducing RoundsKeeper, which just entered beta-testing. The app currently features score tracking in a simple […]05:47 pmiOS 26 update for Mathintosh calculator app
Mathintosh is my multi-function calculator app, free to download, with a ton of powerful features and a fun themeable UI. Download for free today for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mathintosh/id6746828132 I recently released a new iOS 26-optimized version 1.2 of Mathintosh, which has a number of new features, such as: – Liquid Glass buttons and […]05:41 pmNisus Writer: Schrödinger’s Word Processor
The powerful word processor hasn’t seen an update in nearly a year, it has disappeared from the Mac App Store, and support responses have been slow or nonexistent for some time. There is writing on the wall, and it’s not looking good.05:41 pmNisus Writer: Schrödinger’s Word Processor
The powerful word processor hasn’t seen an update in nearly a year, it has disappeared from the Mac App Store, and support responses have been slow or nonexistent for some time. There is writing on the wall, and it’s not looking good.05:19 pmSecurity Bite: Does ‘Ask App Not to Track’ actually work?
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. When Apple dropped App Tracking Transparency (ATT) prompts in iOS 14.5 back in 2021, it was a watershed moment for user privacy within third-party applications. Nothing like it had existed prior. The initiative gave iPhone users control over whether their in-app data could be aggregated and shared with third parties for advertising or other various purposes. Still, today, I often find comments online from people who don’t really know what it does and find the wording very taboo. Like, why “Ask” the app? And is it still effective? Let’s briefly look at App Tracking Transparency in 2025… more…05:15 pmLearn up to 25 languages with this lifetime Rosetta Stone sub
Save big-time on the app that helps users master foreign languages quickly. This lifetime deal includes all 25 Rosetta Stone languages. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:13 pmMy first iOS app after years in Android. Exploring Backmasking & Reverse Audio on iOS | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingMy first iOS app after years in Android. Exploring Backmasking & Reverse Audio on iOS
Hey everyone 👋 I just published my first iOS app after working mostly on Android: 🎧 Reverse Audio & Singing App https://apps.apple.com/us/app/reverse-audio-singing-app/id6754221957 It’s a simple, completely free tool that lets you record any sound and instantly play it backwards. You can experiment with your voice, explore reversed lyrics, or just have fun with creative audio […]04:38 pmsimulating real CBCentralManager bluetooth in go then back to swift!
I've been working on a bluetooth only ios and android app for a few months now. Been through lots of different ways to test. I ran multiple real phones from my macbook. I wrote a golang program using github.com/go-ble/ble that actually works and connects from the macbook to a phone. But in the end to […]04:26 pm[SwiftUI] SpeedTrack F1 Widgets: .tabBarMinimizeBehavior(.onScrollDown) only works in some tabs (each has a main ScrollView). What makes a scroll “primary”? | Reddit on iOS Programming[SwiftUI] SpeedTrack F1 Widgets: .tabBarMinimizeBehavior(.onScrollDown) only works in some tabs (each has a main ScrollView). What makes a scroll “primary”?
// iOS 26 / Xcode 16.x // The tab bar should minimize on scroll across all tabs. // It only minimizes in some tabs, even though each tab's root is a ScrollView. struct RootView: View { var body: some View { if #available(iOS 26.0, *) { TabView { Tab("Calendar", systemImage: "calendar") { CalendarListView() } Tab("Drivers", […]04:09 pmApple’s base model iPhone 18 might offer 12GB of memory, just like iPhone 17 Pro
With the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro lineup, Apple shipped a major upgrade alongside the A19 Pro chip – 12GB of unified memory. That’s 50% more than the iPhones that directly preceded it, and double what iPhones offered just a couple years ago. However, the base iPhone 17 with its A19 chip missed out on this upgrade – still sticking with 8GB of unified memory. According to one report from The Bell (via MacRumors), though, that might change with the next model. more…03:53 pmUnited States SMS and MMS Carrier Maintenance – T-Mobile
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Oct 30, 19:00 PDT - Oct 31, 05:00 PDTOct 25, 08:27 PDTScheduled - The T-Mobile network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 30 October 2025 at 19:00 PDT until 31 October 2025 at 05:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS and MMS to and from T-Mobile United States handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.03:53 pmUnited States SMS and MMS Carrier Maintenance – T-Mobile
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Oct 29, 19:00 PDT - Oct 30, 05:00 PDTOct 25, 08:27 PDTScheduled - The T-Mobile network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 29 October 2025 at 19:00 PDT until 30 October 2025 at 05:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS and MMS to and from T-Mobile United States handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.03:45 pmWhat controversy? Cult of Mac readers love Apple’s Liquid Glass.
Despite the criticism you might have read online, there’s plenty of love for the iPhone’s new Liquid Glass user interface. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:27 pmTried using Apple’s on-device LLM to build a small grocery list app
I started this as a small experiment to play around with Apple’s new foundation model and try out the liquid glass look in SwiftUI. The idea was simple: type or say your meals, and it uses Apple’s on-device model to build a grocery list automatically. I had access to Instacart’s API from an older project, […]03:00 pmM5 Vision Pro’s killer feature is … [The CultCast]
This week on Cult of Mac's podcast: Griffin gets his hands on the new M5 Vision Pro and shares his first impressions. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:31 pmiOS Dev Happy Hour is starting shortly!
submitted by /u/Austin_Aaron_Conlon [link] [comments]02:24 pmfound a gem thats better than Mobbin…
Okay so random find but felt worth sharing So it's ScreensDesign and its honestly miles ahead. bigger library, they have full video recordings of actual mobile app flows which is insane for understanding interactions, revenue metrics that actually help you see which converts, and they do have onboarding breakdowns which is clutch if you're building […]01:50 pmHere is my iPad Mini EDC – My go to essentials
As the house’s tech dad, I’m responsible for ensuring we have everything we need whenever we head out, whether it’s a weekend away, a park day, or just a long afternoon running errands. At the center of it all sits my iPad mini 7. It’s the device that does everything: work, content, notes, games, and even kid-friendly apps. Around that, I’ve built my perfect everyday-carry setup to keep my whole family powered, connected, and ready for anything. Here are some of my go to accessories! more…01:50 pmI built Get Some Sun, a daily sunlight tracker to build a healthy sun habit | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI built Get Some Sun, a daily sunlight tracker to build a healthy sun habit
After months of work, I finally released my daily sunlight tracker iOS app — Get Some Sun I made it because I spend a lot of time indoors as a software developer, and my Vitamin D levels were low each time I get a health checkup. It made me realize how easy it is to […]01:26 pmBE engineer trying to quickly bootstrap a brand new iOS app
Hey everyone, I'm a seasoned Backend Engineer (mostly Java/Go) with a background in rich client desktop apps and a little web development from way back. Today, I’ve got a brand new project and need to build a simple iOS app from scratch. The problem is, I know absolutely nothing about Swift, SwiftUI, or the Apple […]01:25 pmToday in Apple history: OS X Panther claws its way onto Macs
Mac OS X Panther arrives on the Mac, bringing brushed-metal Finder, Exposé and Safari as the default browser for the first time. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:25 pmFoxconn plans to expand AirPods production in India
More AirPods will be produced in India in the future, as Apple supply chain partner Foxconn plans to increase the size of its personal audio manufacturing capacity in the country.An example of a Foxconn facilityApple's manufacturing efforts in India has largely focused on the iPhone, but other products are also being made there. If one report is to be believed, AirPods production will be doubling from one operation in Hyderabad within months.According to sources of Economic Times, Foxconn Interconnect Technology will be expanding its facilities in Hyderabad. The plant in Kongara Kalan started mass production of AirPods in April, but FIT plans to scale up manufacturing at the facility. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:05 pmI made a minimalist dot popping game for iOS
The title says it all. I had an idea a while ago for a minimalist tap game. Dots appear on the screen, and you tap, swipe, and use different powerups to clear them while building combos to rack up points. It feels simple at first but gets surprisingly technical once you start chasing higher scores. […]01:00 pmM5 iPad Pro review: What’s actually new — and worth your attention ★★★★★
We found seven features that make the M5 iPad Pro far better than earlier models. Our review proves it’s more than a “chip-and-ship” upgrade. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:00 pmTop Stories: iPhone Air Flops?, New Liquid Glass Toggle, and More
Roughly a month after the release of the latest flagship iPhone models, it's looking the new iPhone Air isn't selling as well as Apple had hoped for, and that's leading to significant production cuts as Apple seeks to balance supply to meet demand. This week also saw a new round of betas for iOS 26.1 and related updates with a significant tweak for Liquid Glass, while we heard more rumors about Apple's plans for future iPhone models, so read on below for all the details on these stories and more! Top Stories Apple's iPhone Air Experiment Fails as Supply Chain Cuts Production by 80% A number of supply chain reports in recent days have indicated that Apple's new ultra-thin iPhone Air is not selling well overall, and Apple has reportedly dramatically scaled back production to meet the current levels of demand. Analysts at Mizuho Securities indicated last week Friday that Apple was planning to cut iPhone Air production amid underwhelming sales, and this week another analyst survey revealed "virtually no demand" for iPhone Air while noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claimed that iPhone Air suppliers are expected to reduce capacity by more than 80%. Reports of dire overall sales of iPhone Air come just as the device sold out upon launch in China last week, although it's unclear what the sustained levels of demand will be there. The eSIM-only iPhone Air saw a delayed launch in China due to required approvals for the technology. iOS 26.1 Beta 4 Lets Users Control Liquid Glass Transparency with New Toggle Apple made a big change to its new Liquid Glass design in the fourth betas of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS Tahoe 26.1 released this week, introducing a toggle that allows users to choose between a more glass-like Clear look and a more opaque Tinted look. We went hands-on with the new option to see how the two looks differ, with the Clear one emphasizing the glassy aspects of the new design and the Tinted one making buttons and other user interface elements more readable in some circumstances. The fourth beta of iOS 26.1 features a few other changes, including an option to turn off the Lock Screen swipe gesture that normally opens the Camera app, an option to turn off haptic feedback when phone calls are connected or dropped, and more. Apple's Plan to Launch Three New iPhone Designs Allegedly Revealed We've been hearing rumors about Apple introducing several new phones in the coming years, and a new report corroborates details on Apple's plans. Apple will reportedly be launching its first foldable iPhone in 2026, featuring a book style similar to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold, although some analysts have concerns that work on the crucial hinge of the device could push a release back to 2027. After the first foldable, Apple is expected to release a special 20th-anniversary iPhone with "zero" bezels around the display with the OLED display bending around all four sides of the device. And in 2028, Apple will reportedly release a clamshell-style foldable iPhone similar to Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip. M4 vs. M5 Chip Buyer's Guide: How Much Better Really Is M5? Apple debuted its new M5 chip last week in the MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro, but just how much better is it than the previous-generation M4 chip? Apple emphasizes strong improvements in graphics and AI capabilities, with more modest gains in CPU performance, although it still features the highest single-core CPU performance score ever seen in Geekbench benchmark testing. GM to Remove CarPlay from All Future Vehicles, Including Gas Cars Back in 2023, General Motors made waves for its decision to end support for CarPlay and Android Auto in its electric vehicles, forcing users toward what it claimed was a more integrated experience in the native infotainment system. While the decision didn't sit well with many potential car buyers, GM not only didn't back down but has now revealed that it will be making the same move in its gas-powered lineup as those vehicles get major refreshes. Calling it "a very Jobsian approach to things," GM likened its decision to Steve Jobs' efforts to phase out the disk drive and other technologies in favor of more modern solutions. GM didn't give a timeline for the transition and told MacRumors that existing gas-powered vehicles will continue to offer CarPlay for the "foreseeable future," but that they will "gradually move to a better, more deeply integrated experience." Former Apple Employee Sam Sung Changed His Name to Avoid Attention Apple fans who have followed the company for a while may remember the story of Sam Sung, an Apple retail employee from Vancouver, Canada, who drew attention for his name's similarity to that of one of Apple's primary competitors. Business Insider recently caught up with him, learning about the stress he endured due to the publicity. Sung left Apple in 2013 amid a desire to move on from retail, and he later changed his name because he "didn't want to be known for being an internet joke." MacRumors Newsletter Each week, we publish an email newsletter like this highlighting the top Apple stories, making it a great way to get a bite-sized recap of the week hitting all of the major topics we've covered and tying together related stories for a big-picture view. So if you want to have top stories like the above recap delivered to your email inbox each week, subscribe to our newsletter!Tag: Top StoriesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:46 pmGet the 14-inch M4 MacBook Pro at $200 Off!
Amazon has the M4 MacBook Pro with a 14-Inch display marked at $200 off. Featuring the M4 Chip designed by Apple, the 2024 MacBook Pro has powerful capabilities and amazing speed You can cruise through your day and multitask on various activities for work or study and leisure time. The big 14-inch display along with […] The post appeared first on iLounge.12:41 pmSupply Chains Cutting Down iPhone Air Shipments and Productions
Apple Analyst Ming Chi-Kuo reports that sales for the iPhone Air have been underwhelming and Apple is cutting back on production and shipments. Suppliers are anticipated to reduce the capacity by 80% starting now until the first quarter of next year. The poor sales performance of the iPhone Air hint that the iPhone 17 Pro […] The post appeared first on iLounge.12:39 pmiPhone 17 Pro Cosmic Orange Color Developing Discoloration
Reports on an issue on the Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro has been growing where the frame of the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max models are exhibiting discoloration issues. There are many posts on TikTok and Reddit that talk about the problem. DakAttack316 was among the first who took to Reddit and said […] The post appeared first on iLounge.12:38 pmA20 Chip Could Be Markedly Pricier
The Apple designed A20 Chip for the upcoming iPhone models in 2026 could be much more pricey. The A20 chip is anticipated to be a rudimentary 2-nanometer chip broadly available, premiering in next year’s iPhone 18 series. The last three chips, the A-series, have been based on the 3-nanometer node of TSMC and the upgrade […] The post appeared first on iLounge.12:00 pmApple @ Work: CIOs say Apple is now mission critical for the enterprise
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. It began in 2020, and since then, Apple has steadily gone from the computer employees begging IT to support to a platform CIOs now consider as mission-critical. A new CIO survey shows Apple makes up 63% of endpoints in the enterprise today. 95% of IT leaders plan to grow their Mac purchases over the next two years. 73% are already running AI workloads on Apple devices. Apple Silicon, combined with end-to-end hardware and software, and strong price-to-performance, has led to an incredible run for Apple in the enterprise. more…11:56 amBase iPhone 18 memory expected to hit 12GB in 2026
The standard model of iPhone 18 could have 50% more memory than the iPhone 17, a report claims, but in a change that may be driven by manufacturing limitations.The iPhone 18 range could end up looking like the iPhone 17 collection. Image credit: AppleInsiderThe iPhone 17 is the sole outlier of the 2025 iPhone releases in having only 8GB of memory. The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air all have a larger 12GB of memory to play with, leaving the standard model behind.However, according to a Saturday report from Korean publication The Bell, that probably won't be the case for the iPhone 18. Instead, the standard model for 2026 is believed to ship with the bigger 12GB capacity. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:28 amCherry MX 10.1 review: Low profile mechanical keyboard, with good Mac support
The Cherry XTRFY MX 10.1 may be a large mechanical keyboard and a bit expensive, but it is absolutely one of the best to come out from the manufacturer with good — but not perfect — Mac support.Cherry XTRFY MX 10.1 ReviewCherry carries the reputation of being one of the first manufacturers to produce keyboards and peripherals for home computing. It has a production history dating back to the vintage arcade machines of the 1950s.For decades, it has produced top-quality computer keyboards and accessories. As someone with personal experience testing Cherry products, I was excited to be asked to look at one of their newest low-profile mechanical keyboards aimed at macOS and Windows users: The Cherry XTRFY MX 10.1. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:55 amApple Preparing to Make More AirPods in India
Foxconn's facility in Hyderabad, India is preparing to double monthly AirPods output and more than double its workforce as Apple accelerates accessory manufacturing in the country, the Economic Times reports. Foxconn will apparently raise capacity at its Kongara Kalan plant from more than 100,000 units per month to 200,000 units per month by overhauling five existing assembly lines and installing additional equipment that is being transferred from facilities in Vietnam. The site began production of AirPods in April after machinery and tooling were relocated. The workforce of around 2,000 employees is also likely to rise to 5,000 in the next six to eight months. The current assembly mix at the plant includes the AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 3. The step-up in Hyderabad follows a temporary constraint in July, when AirPods production was hampered by a shortage of dysprosium after China tightened export controls on rare earth metals. The expansion of AirPods production in India is part of a broader strategic production shift in Apple's supply chain as it diversifies its manufacturing across different countries.Tags: Foxconn, IndiaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:44 amNew to iOS programming, and have some questions. I would appreciate your feedback. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingNew to iOS programming, and have some questions. I would appreciate your feedback.
Hello, I’ve been programming as a hobby so far and have created apps for Android only. I’m now considering learning Flutter to develop cross-platform apps. Am I correct that I can’t test or publish iOS apps from my Windows laptop and would need a MacBook for that? It seems that I have to make some […]10:34 amWindows 10 Deadline Boosts Mac Sales
The Windows 10 end-of-support deadline is driving the largest coordinated PC replacement cycle in years across the industry, and Apple is emerging as one of the main beneficiaries as Mac shipments accelerate. Counterpoint Research this week reported that nearly 40% of the global installed PC base was still running Windows 10 ahead of the October 2025 cutoff, triggering early fleet renewals across both commercial and consumer channels. This pressure lifted shipments for most large brands, and the Mac is among the strongest gainers. According to Counterpoint, Apple's global Mac shipments grew 14.9% year-over-year in the third quarter of 2025, supported by demand for new MacBook models and rising enterprise adoption of Apple hardware. Lenovo remained the largest PC vendor and had the highest annual growth at 17.4% year-over-year. Asus saw 14.1% year-over-year growth. HP followed with a 10.3% increase, driven by commercial penetration. Dell shipments declined 0.9% year-over-year. Counterpoint said that the top five vendors together controlled nearly three-quarters of the global PC market in the period, while smaller brands were flat or down. Counterpoint noted that computer companies have started marketing systems with neural processing units and integrated AI features. While these features have not yet converted into a primary sales driver at scale, enterprise buyers are beginning to incorporate AI capability requirements into forward procurement so as not to retire devices before emerging AI workflows arrive.Tag: CounterpointThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:57 amiPhone 18 Rumored to Feature 50% More RAM
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 could feature 50% more memory than its predecessor, according to Korea's The Bell. With its latest iPhone lineup, the iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max feature 12GB of memory. This is a significant increase of 4GB more their predecessors, largely driven by the demands of on-device artificial intelligence processing. The iPhone 17 is the only new model to continue to feature 8GB of memory. It looks like that will change with the iPhone 18, with Apple reportedly seeking memory parity across all four models. Apple has apparently asked Samsung, a key supplier of RAM for the iPhone, to increase its supply of LPDDR5X chips for the next iPhone lineup. Samsung's high-performance LPDDR5X launched in 2024 is only available in 12GB and 16GB configurations, making another standard iPhone with 8GB of memory unlikely. Apple is also said to be in talks with SK Hynix and Micron for additional mobile DRAM supply. The iPhone Air 2, iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and foldable iPhone are expected to launch in the fall of 2026, with the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e following in the first half of 2027.Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tags: Samsung, The BellRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:06 amManage your Vercel Projects & Widgets
Vercel Mobile – Rev What is up good people of r/iOSProgramming Today I want to showcase an app that is primarily meant for us devs. If you’re hosting your portfolio, client projects or really anything on Vercel you’ll find it useful. With REV, you can view firewall stats, access logs, change environment variables and manage […]09:05 amAfter months of work, I built SpendZen — a budgeting app focused on mindfulness! | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingAfter months of work, I built SpendZen — a budgeting app focused on mindfulness!
👋 Hey everyone! Ever feel like most budgeting apps are just spreadsheets in disguise? I wanted to create something different — calmer, more mindful, and genuinely helpful in making money management feel good. That’s how SpendZen was born: a clean, intuitive app designed to help you track expenses, set goals, and find peace in your […]Wednesday October 2205:21 pmCanada Fines Cybercrime Friendly Cryptomus $176M
Financial regulators in Canada this week levied $176 million in fines against Cryptomus, a digital payments platform that supports dozens of Russian cryptocurrency exchanges and websites hawking cybercrime services. The penalties for violating Canada's anti money-laundering laws come ten months after KrebsOnSecurity noted that Cryptomus's Vancouver street address was home to dozens of foreign currency dealers, money transfer businesses, and cryptocurrency exchanges — none of which were physically located there.Friday October 1711:26 amEmail Bombs Exploit Lax Authentication in Zendesk
Cybercriminals are abusing a widespread lack of authentication in the customer service platform Zendesk to flood targeted email inboxes with menacing messages that come from hundreds of Zendesk corporate customers simultaneously.Tuesday October 1410:57 pmPatch Tuesday, October 2025 ‘End of 10’ Edition
Microsoft today released software updates to plug a whopping 172 security holes in its Windows operating systems, including at least three vulnerabilities that are already being actively exploited. October's Patch Tuesday also marks the final month that Microsoft will ship security updates for Windows 10 systems. If you're running a Windows 10 PC and you're unable or unwilling to migrate to Windows 11, read on for other options.Friday October 1004:10 pmDDoS Botnet Aisuru Blankets US ISPs in Record DDoS
The world's largest and most disruptive botnet is now drawing a majority of its firepower from compromised Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices hosted on U.S. Internet providers like AT&T, Comcast and Verizon, new evidence suggests. Experts say the heavy concentration of infected devices at U.S. providers is complicating efforts to limit collateral damage from the botnet's attacks, which shattered previous records this week with a brief traffic flood that clocked in at nearly 30 trillion bits of data per second.Tuesday October 0710:45 pmShinyHunters Wage Broad Corporate Extortion Spree
A cybercriminal group that used voice phishing attacks to siphon more than a billion records from Salesforce customers earlier this year has launched a website that threatens to publish data stolen from dozens of Fortune 500 firms if they refuse to pay a ransom. The group also claimed responsibility for a recent breach involving Discord user data, and for stealing terabytes of sensitive files from thousands of customers of the enterprise software maker Red Hat.Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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