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- 03:41 pmAirPods Max 2 Likely to Offer These 10 New Features
Apple released the AirPods Max on December 15, 2020, meaning the over-ear headphones launched five years ago today. While the AirPods Max were updated with a USB-C port and new color options last year, followed by support for lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio this year, the headphones lack some of the features that have been introduced for newer generations of the regular AirPods and the AirPods Pro. Fortunately, it has been rumored that Apple plans to update the AirPods Max within the next few years, and they will likely receive the following 10 changes. Earlier this year, Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said he expected lighter AirPods Max to enter mass production in 2027. However, he did not outline any other planned upgrades beyond the headphones apparently weighing less. The current AirPods Max weigh 0.85 pounds, excluding the charging case, according to Apple. AirPods Max still have Apple's H1 chip from 2019, so it is very likely that a second-generation pair would be equipped with the H2 chip or newer. That should unlock at least seven upgrades, including improved sound quality, increased active noise cancellation, longer battery life, Adaptive Audio, Personalized Volume, Conversation Awareness, and the ability to use "Siri" instead of "Hey Siri." Adaptive Audio adjusts Active Noise Cancellation based on your environment — you can customize the setting to allow more or less ambient noise. Personalized Volume is a similar feature that adjusts your AirPods volume based on both your surroundings and your volume preferences. Conversation Awareness temporarily lowers your volume and enhances voices in front of you while you are talking with someone. Other likely changes include new color options for the ear cushions and headband, as well as a redesigned carrying case. Hopefully the case gains an Ultra Wideband chip, which would unlock Precision Finding in the Find My app. In the U.S., AirPods Max remain priced at $549, but they are frequently on sale for less at Amazon and other resellers. Unless you really want AirPods Max now, we are now at a point where waiting for the 2027 model is worthwhile.Related Roundup: AirPods MaxBuyer's Guide: AirPods Max (Neutral)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:38 pmTim Cook is only the seventh highest earning CEO in America
He made Apple into the world's first $4 trillion company, but Tim Cook's salary lags behind CEOs from Microsoft, Starbucks, Tesla, and others.Tim Cook seems to be taking his salary bravely — image credit: AppleIt's not like your heart should bleed for Tim Cook, since he's not exactly on minimum wage. Also, if you are going to get your company up to a $4 trillion market cap, you're not going to be an honorarium.Plus, now even though Fortune magazine puts Cook's 2024 take-home pay at $74.6 million, no one's salary seems large — not compared to Elon Musk. While it's tied to a deal that will take years to complete, Tesla shareholders recently voted to pay him $1 trillion. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:33 pmUK wants Apple and Google to block nude photos unless your age is verified
The UK will soon propose OS-level iPhone age verification to block nude images, aiming to protect children from online explicit content. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:29 pmHoliday stocking stuffer special: Get 4 AirTags for $69.99 (30% off)
Amazon continues to launch last-minute Apple deals in a bid for your business, with today's AirTag discount knocking 30% off the 4-pack.Grab a holiday special on AirTags at Amazon, with the 4-pack $69.99 - Image credit: Apple, AmazonThe $69.99 price on a 4-pack of Apple AirTags is especially attractive, as it delivers a $30 discount off retail during the busy holiday travel season.Buy AirTag 4-pack for $69.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:29 pmiRobot files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after increased competition & tariff woes
Roomba maker iRobot has filed for bankruptcy protection and will change its ownership, but your robot vacuum cleaners will probably be fine.iRobot's Roomba, which will still work for a while at least. On Sunday, iRobot confirmed that it had commenced a pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection process. After warning its cash balance was running close to empty, it inevitably ran out, and has to fight for its survival.The third-quarter financial results in November confirmed the company was in trouble, with it having less than $25 million in cash and equivalents, as well as an almost $50 million drop in quarterly revenue. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:18 pmvisionOS 26.2 adds big change for using Apple Vision Pro on the go
Last week Apple released feature-packed updates like iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, and more. New features for visionOS 26.2 appeared minimal during the beta process, but it turns out, the update actually brought a big upgrade for using Apple Vision Pro on the go. more…03:16 pmKindle App Now Includes AI Assistant for Character and Plot Questions
Amazon has added a new feature to its Kindle app on iOS that uses artificial intelligence to answers questions about the book you're reading, the company has announced. Available in the U.S. only, "Ask This Book" is described as an "expert reading assistant" that allows users to highlight any passage in what they are reading and ask questions about plot details, character relationships, and thematic elements. The feature's answers are spoiler-free, revealing information only up to the current reading position. The in-book chatbot is available in books by default, and authors cannot opt out. "The feature uses technology, including AI, to provide instant, spoiler-free answers to customers' questions about what they're reading," Amazon told PubLunch. "Ask this Book provides short answers based on factual information about the book which are accessible only to readers who have purchased or borrowed the book and are non-shareable and non-copyable." With the latest Kindle app update installed, readers in the U.S. can find the feature in the in-book menu, or simply highlight any passage and tap "Ask" in the contextual pop-up menu. Ask This Book is currently limited to English-language books. Amazon plans to add the feature to Kindle devices and Android OS next year.Tag: AmazonThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:14 pmSteve Wozniak’s quirky 30-year tradition: Paying with his own custom $2 bills
Apple co-founder Steve "Woz" Wozniak, known for his inventive spirit and playful pranks, has maintained a delightfully eccentric habit… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:07 pmJason Johnson discusses his new startup, Doma Home on HomeKit Insider
On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, August co-founder Jason Johnson joins to talk about his new startup.HomeKit Insider PodcastGuest this week on the podcast is Jason Johnson. He's most known for co-founding the August smart security company with famed designer Yves Behar.August helped Apple create the lock spec for what was then HomeKit. Eventually, August was purchased by Yale/Assa Abloy, where Johnson assisted in moving August software onto millions of Yale locks globally. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:55 pmPSA: It’s not just you, Spotify is down
If Spotify is down for you this morning, you’re not alone. The streaming music service has a bit of the Monday blues. Spotify has confirmed that it is aware of problem affecting the service today and is investigating. more…02:44 pmApple's AirTag 4-Pack Is The Perfect Stocking Stuffer at $69.99 on Amazon
Apple's AirTag 4-Pack has dropped to $69.99 today on Amazon, down from the original price of $99.00. Prime members can get the accessory delivered today in many locations, while free shipping options put it arriving in time for Christmas, around Saturday, December 20. 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. If you prefer shopping at Best Buy, you'll find a matching deal on the AirTag 4-pack this week. Overall, this is a solid second-best price on the AirTag 4-pack, and the first notable deal we've seen on the Bluetooth tracker since Black Friday. $29 OFFAirTag 4-Pack for $69.99 If you're shopping for a single AirTag, Amazon has the AirTag 1-Pack for $24.00, down from $29.00. 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 this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:39 pmApple Car Key support appears imminent for Toyota vehicles
Apple appears to be preparing Apple Car Key support for Toyota vehicles, based on evidence found in Apple's backend systems.It's not clear yet which Toyota models will support Apple Car KeyToyota might soon let drivers unlock and start compatible vehicles with an iPhone or Apple Watch. The company hasn't made a public announcement yet, though.Apple Car Key, introduced in 2022, stores a digital car key in the Wallet app. It uses NFC to communicate with supported vehicles. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:33 pmiOS 26.2’s Home app has a new upgrade for adding accessories
Apple is rumored to launch five new Home products in the year ahead, and ahead of that renewed smart home push, iOS 26.2 has just added a key enhancement to make adding new accessories easier. more…02:23 pmMultiple Destination SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 17, 22:00 - 23:00 PSTDec 15, 06:19 PSTScheduled - Our SMS carrier partner in Germany, Tajikistan, Poland, Greece, Belgium, Israel, Thailand, Ukraine, South Africa, Iran, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Afghanistan, Spain, Ethiopia, Iraq and Mongolia is conducting a planned maintenance from 17 December 2025 at 22:00 PST until 17 December 2025 at 23:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Germany, Tajikistan, Poland, Greece, Belgium, Israel, Thailand, Ukraine, South Africa, Iran, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Afghanistan, Spain, Ethiopia, Iraq and Mongolia handsets.02:11 pmAirPods Max Launched Five Years Ago Today
Apple's AirPods Max launched five years ago today, marking the company's first push into the high-end over-ear headphones market under its own brand name. Rumors about Apple's work on a pair of high-end headphones, at the time believed to be called the "AirPods Studio," heated up throughout 2020. They were announced abruptly via a somewhat unexpected press release on December 8, 2020 and went on sale the same day. Orders started arriving to customers one week later on Tuesday, December 15. The AirPods Max offer many popular AirPods features such as the H1 chip, easy pairing, Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency mode, automatic switching, and Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, but in a premium over-ear design for the first time. They also offer a headband made of a flexible mesh canopy, replaceable magnetic earcups, a Digital Crown for physical volume controls, a button for switching between ANC and Transparency, and a Smart Case for storage and to put the headphones into a low power state. Demand for the AirPods Max was high immediately after launch, with shipping estimates that stretched out several months. Initial reviews of AirPods Max were favorable, applauding the headphones for being "more than enough to compete with other high-end headphones" in terms of design and sound quality. While the recommended retail price remains at $549, the AirPods Max are often available with discounts of over $100. The AirPods Max have also been subject to criticism since their launch, including for their price relative to rival sets of high-end over-ear headphones, the design of the Smart Case, condensation inside the earcups, poor battery life (something that was later fixed via a software update), ANC strength seemingly being reduced over time, the over-head canopy's poor durability, and the long period in which the device has been left without meaningful hardware update. Last year, Apple refreshed the AirPods Max's selection of color options and swapped the Lightning port for USB-C, but there were no other changes. Since the changes were so minor, Apple does not seem to consider the "new" model a second-generation.Related Roundup: AirPods MaxBuyer's Guide: AirPods Max (Neutral)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:10 pmNemotron 3: Nvidia’s Open-Weight Engine for the Next AI Wave
Nemotron 3 shows how Nvidia is using open models, tooling, and data to turn raw compute into deployable intelligence and reinforce its full-stack AI strategy. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.02:03 pm‘Pluribus’ is the most-watched show in Apple TV history
“Pluribus” is an original series in which the most miserable person on Earth must save the world from viral happiness. Rhea Seehorn stars… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:50 pmUK wants iPhones to require age verification for any nude images
After it blocked adult sites, the UK government is reportedly about to ask Apple and Google to prevent any explicit images without device age verification.UK ParliamentIt is already possible for parents to safeguard their children by restricting their access to age-inappropriate material on iPhone. But now according to the Financial Times, the UK wants smartphone users to have to verify their age in just the same way it now requires verification for adult websites.If the report is correct, the aim would be to encourage Apple and Google to do this, rather than directly require it. Reportedly, the UK government considered mandating nudity-detecting algorithms, but for now is going to ask the companies to consider it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:45 pmI’m Building an iOS App That Automatically Tracks Your Time Using Apple Shortcuts and I’d Love Your Feedback | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI’m Building an iOS App That Automatically Tracks Your Time Using Apple Shortcuts and I’d Love Your Feedback
Hello, my name is Liam, and I am a computer science student. I am currently developing an iOS app that automatically starts and stops timers using the Shortcuts app. The app is designed to help you understand how you spend your time without any manual tracking. For example, when your alarm goes off in the […]01:43 pmToyota reportedly working on car key support in Apple Wallet
One of the world’s largest automakers is preparing support for Apple’s car key platform. A new report today says that Apple’s “backend has been updated to include Toyota in the list of companies that support Apple car key.” more…01:43 pmAll-screen display for 20th anniversary iPhone gets closer to production
Apple's 20th anniversary iPhone will have a bezel-less design thanks to a four-sided bending OLED panel, with LG Display pushing to perfect manufacturing processes for the 2027 model.The 20th anniversary iPhone could lose the bezels completely, and look very different to current designsThe 2027 update to the iPhone will mark its 20th anniversary, and will be a big deal for Apple to celebrate. That means creating a model with a stand-out design, which is widely believed to be bezel-free.According to industry sources of DealSite, while Apple is working with both LG Display and Samsung Display on the screen, LG Display is actively pursuing orders for equipment to manufacture it. By contrast, Samsung Display is said to be a bit more cautious on the matter. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:42 pmAny way to rent a MacBook or something else?
Built an app, trying to submit. MacBook Air M1 8/256. Laptop was fine for developing, got an iPad to run the app on there. However it’s struggling to run the iPad Pro simulator for screenshots, building any device arm64 is like a 20 minute process, and overall it’s taking so much time. Anything I can […]01:41 pmKindle Ask this Book AI-powered feature launches in iOS app
If you’ve ever resumed reading a book after a break and can’t remember who one of the characters is or what happened in the last section you read, or you simply don’t understand the significance of one of the plot developments, a new Kindle Ask This Book feature is here to help … more…01:20 pmFacebook Messenger for macOS departs the desktop
The Facebook Messenger desktop app for macOS is being axed on December 15, forcing Mac users into using the web version, for better or worse.Facebook Messenger's shutting down on macOS, but you can still use it elsewhere. On October 15, Facebook revealed it was killing off support for its desktop Messenger apps, both for Mac and Windows. It gave a 60-day warning that the app would be no more, with it ceasing to work on December 15.At the time, Facebook had already pulled the app from the Mac App Store, preventing new downloads while still allowing existing installations to work. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:00 pmRob Enderle’s 2025 Tech Product of the Year
2025 delivered real-world technology that finally lived up to the promise of intelligent systems. Rob Enderle reveals the product that stood above the rest. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.12:56 pmPSA: Better mobile carrier deals may be yours for the asking
Competition between mobile carriers is now so intense that they are not only trying hard to poach customers from each other, but even fighting legal battles over their tactics. AT&T has sued T-Mobile over its EasySwitch tool, intended to allow customers to compare rates and receive a personalized deal from the self-proclaimed “uncarrier” … more…12:53 pmHEL (Helsinki) on 2025-12-17
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Apple is preparing to bring support for its Car Keys feature to Toyota vehicles, evidence uncovered by MacRumors suggests. Toyota introduced its own Digital Key feature as part of the available Remote Connect package several years ago, which allows drivers to use their smartphone as a key to access and drive the vehicle. Now, the company appears to be adding support for Apple Car Keys, with the feature going live as of today on Apple's back end. Introduced in 2022, Car Keys allows an iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock a vehicle via the Wallet app. A digital version of a car key is stored in the Wallet, and unlocking can be completed by holding an Apple Watch or iPhone near a compatible vehicle's NFC reader. Tapping on the door handle is enough to initiate an unlock, and while Face ID authentication is a security option, Apple offers an Express Mode that eliminates the need to authenticate for an even faster unlocking process. It is unclear when Toyota will roll out support for Car Keys to its vehicles, and the company has not yet made any announcements related to the feature, but it is likely to be relatively soon since the feature is now live on Apple's back end. At WWDC 2025, Apple confirmed that 13 vehicle brands would "soon" add support for digital car keys, including Audi, Acura, Porsche, GMC, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Rivian, Smart, Lucid Motors, Tata Motors, Hongqi, WEY, Chery, and Voyah. Vehicles from BMW, Genesis, Kia, Hyundai, Lotus, Mercedes, Volvo, and more already offer car keys support, with a list available on MacRumors.Tags: iPhone Car Keys, ToyotaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:39 pmiPhone System Data and Other storage: What is it and how to get rid of it
Macworld I’m sure this sounds familiar: You’re trying to install the latest iOS release, upgrade to a new iPhone, take photos or record video, or just download that cool app everyone’s talking about, and your iPhone says the storage is full. You’ve already deleted every app you don’t think you need, and there’s still not enough space on your iPhone. So you open Settings, tap General, then iPhone Storage, and, sure enough, your iPhone is full. Worst of all, a huge chunk of it is just listed as Other (renamed System Data in iOS 15). What’s that supposed to mean? How do you get rid of it? The System Data/Other storage sections are mysterious and confusing, and there’s no one answer that works for everyone, but hopefully, this guide will help you deal with this problem. Latest iPhone release: iPhone 16e (March 2025), iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max (September 2025) Latest iOS release: iOS 26.2 (December 2025) Latest iOS beta: N/A How to view your iPhone storage To see how much storage all your apps and data are taking up on your iPhone’s storage, open the Settings app, select General, then iPhone Storage. At the top, you’ll see a bar graph showing your total iPhone storage and which types of data are filling it up. Beneath that, you’ll find a list of applications on your phone and how much room they take up, both for the app itself and its stored data. It may take several seconds for your iPhone to show the graph, as it takes time to scan and analyze its storage. Even after the chart first appears, you’ll want to wait several seconds more for it to stabilize, as the app list and storage sizes can change while your phone completes its analysis. You’ll find your iPhone storage details a few layers deep in the Settings app. What is System Data (or Other) on iPhone? Your iPhone Storage menu will divide that bar up top into familiar categories like Apps, Media, Photos, and Mail, but also a System Data (iOS 15 and later) or Other category that is sometimes very large. It’s common for System Data to be in the 5GB to 20GB range, but if it’s way over 20GB, it has probably grown out of control. You can scroll all the way down to the bottom of the app list where you will see iOS, which are the files required by the system and are usually around 10GB, and System Data, which are files other than apps and downloads that are collected by iOS. Tap on System Data to see how much space it is taking up. The System Data/Other category is big and varied because it’s a real catch-all category. It comprises system caches, logs, Siri voices (if you’ve downloaded more than one), updates, and so much more. One of the biggest culprits for System Data/Other growing out of hand is streaming lots of music and video. When you download video or music from the iTunes Store, TV app, or Music app, it’s indexed as Media. But streams have caches used to ensure smooth playback, and those are categorized as System Data/Other. Safari’s caches can start to grow pretty large, too. And if you send tons of texts with images or video, the caches for that can start to fill up a lot of space. Your iPhone is supposed to manage these caches to keep your storage from becoming completely full, but it doesn’t always do a great job. Clearing your Safari data might reduce the size of Other. We discuss how to delete Other storage on a Mac and how to delete System Data on a Mac separate articles. How to reduce the size of System Data/Other on an iPhone You can’t get rid of System Data/Other entirely, but you can sometimes reduce its size. First, let’s try clearing your Safari caches. Open Settings > Safari and choose Clear History and Website Data. If you have a lot of Safari tabs open on your iPhone, you might want to close most of them, too. You might also want to change Messages to save fewer old messages. Open Settings, then Messages, and scroll down to the Message History setting. By default, Keep Messages is set to Forever, but you may want to change it to 1 Year or even 30 Days to reduce the data that the Messages app caches. Just beware that doing this will mean old messages will be deleted–so if you have any messages you want to keep find a way to back them up. If you’re a heavy texter, your Messages app might be filling up your storage with a lot of data. Finally, go back to iPhone Storage and look at the apps list. Most of the apps store data that is categorized as Apps, but some will keep caches that are categorized as System Data/Other. If, say, the Podcasts app is taking up a couple of gigabytes of space, it’s likely mostly cached data. Deleting the app and re-downloading it might put a dent in the System Data/Other category. How to free up space taken up by iOS While Apple lets you delete stock iOS apps that you don’t want to free up space, the system still takes up quite a bit of room, in some cases 25GB or more. However, if you’re running an iPhone 15 Pro or later and have Apple Intelligence enabled, it’s taking up more than 10GB of space. Simply turning it off will help you reclaim it. Head over to the Apple Intelligence & Siri tab in Settings and flip the toggle. The free space won’t show up in storage immediately, but the system will be able to use that space to install updates and apps. And you can always turn it back on later. The nuclear option: Backup and reset your iPhone You can go through your iPhone trying to delete every little cache that could grow the size of System Data/Other storage, but if you really want to make it as small as possible, you need to back up your phone and reset it. This can take a little while. The best way to do this is to use your Mac or PC. On a Mac running macOS 10.15 Catalina or later: First, connect your iPhone to your Mac with the bundled USB-C-to-Lightning cable. When prompted on your iPhone, tap “Trust” and enter your passcode. In the Finder sidebar on your Mac, select your iPhone under Locations. Click the General tab. Select “Back up all of the data on your iPhone to this Mac.” To encrypt your backup data and protect it with a password, check the “Encrypt local backup” box. Click Back Up Now. Note: You can also connect your iPhone to your computer wirelessly if you set up syncing over Wi-Fi. Foundry On a Mac running macOS 10.14 Mojave or earlier, or a PC On a PC or a Mac with macOS 10.14 or earlier you can use iTunes to back up your phone. After you connect your iPhone to your Mac or PC, select your iPhone by clicking the little phone icon in the upper left, and under Backups, choose “This Computer” and check the “Encrypt local backup” box to protect your backup with a password. Then click the button to Back up now. Reset and restore When the backup is done, disconnect your iPhone, head to Settings > General > Reset, and select Erase All Content and Settings. This will return your iPhone to its factory settings, just like when you took it out of the box. When it restarts and it’s in the initial setup process, re-connect it to your computer with iTunes open, and follow the instructions on the screen to restore your device. This is the longest and most involved way to reduce the size of System Data/Other storage, but it’s also the best. There’s just no way to get it any smaller than it will be after a fresh reset and restore. Apple iPhone 14 Plus Read our review Price When Reviewed: £699 (was £799) DISCONTINUED Best Prices Today: $729.99 at Best Buy Apple iPhone 14 Pro Read our review Price When Reviewed: Was $999 DISCONTINUED Best Prices Today: $449.96 at Walmart | $999 at Visible12:34 pmCan Apple really fix Siri, or is it too far gone?
Macworld Lots of exclusives on Macworld last week, as our tireless code-breaker Filipe Esposito turned up clues to a mystery Apple smart home accessory, HomePod mini and AirTag upgrades, a new display, and much more. All the secrets of the future were laid bare. But the Esposito scoop that caught my eye concerned a rather older story. Siri, poor hapless Siri, has been the laughing stock of voice assistants for years. Some of the time it fails to hear you; other times it dives unwanted into the conversation even though nobody mentioned its name. (Surprisingly often this is triggered by dialogue on Apple TV shows; you’d think they’d check for that sort of thing.) It mishears the name of songs to an almost comical extent, it refuses to do what it’s told, and it behaves constantly with the infuriating confidence of the very stupid. Given that Siri is baked into pretty much every Apple product, you’d think that fixing it would be a top priority. Sure enough, back in June 2024, Apple announced that it was going to release a new enhanced version of Siri, powered by AI, to address all these problems. Although, of course, Apple didn’t actually acknowledge the problems, instead using vaguely positive phraseology about becoming “more natural, more contextually relevant, and more personal.” Eagle-eyed readers will have noticed that enhanced Siri still hasn’t arrived, a mere 18 months on; there are no signs of it becoming more natural, it remains blithely irrelevant, and the only personal thing about it is my choice of language when it gets a simple command wrong yet again. So it was… I won’t say pleasing, but I will say interesting to hear last week that it’s now looking likely to land in spring 2026 alongside the so-called HomePad. Which is better than nothing, as they say; at least the project hasn’t been completely cancelled, like AirPower or the slimmer and lighter version of Vision Pro. But another phrase that springs to mind is “Too little, too late.” Most obviously, Apple has squandered a great deal of trust and goodwill over the past couple of years by promising things that aren’t ready (and which may never have existed at all) and then failing to deliver them. Trust in a tech company’s honesty and competence is a vital asset. Do you trust Apple to provide worthwhile software updates for the life of your products, and to safeguard your security and privacy? If there’s a bug on your Mac, do you trust Apple to patch it in a timely fashion? Probably less so than was the case five years ago. It might seem entitled and fanboyish to take it personally when a corporation fails to launch an expected product. But in this case, it is personal: Siri’s performance, and Apple’s continued failure to address that performance, affects our daily experience with the iPhone, the Mac, the Apple Watch, and of course the HomePod. Siri 2.0 isn’t a new product we’ve been having to wait for, but a needed fix for the products we already have. And anyone who stayed inside Apple’s walled garden in hopes of the voice assistant getting better was kept there under false pretences. It all could have been so much better. Siri should be the user’s entry point to the Apple ecosystem, and the culmination of the company’s intuitive philosophy. No matter which device you’re using, no matter the operating system or the app, you simply say out loud what you want to happen. What could be more user-friendly? Almost anything, it turns out. For years now, customers have been trained to regard their Apple products with suspicion. If I use this device in the way that is theoretically the most convenient, they quickly come to understand, there is a good chance it will go wrong. Which is hardly the message Apple wants to send. And while spring could represent a new beginning for the beleaguered voice assistant, it will also mark the start of a very long and difficult process of reputational recovery. 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 Alex Blake reveals 8 Mac settings and features you’re not using but should. This test shows how bad Apple Intelligence is—and how much better it’s going to get. Hallelujah! Easier switching between iPhone and Android is on the way soon. Mahmoud Itani reveals 6 innovations in 2025 that prove Apple still has what it takes. How Matter has finally given Apple a path out of the HomeKit mess. Apple is facing its ‘biggest personnel shake-up in decades.’ But with numerous execs departing, the Macalope says good riddance. Podcast of the week What’s going on with Apple management? How will the changes affect the company? That’s all in the latest episode of the Macworld Podcast. You can catch every episode on YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, the Podcasts app, or our own site. Reviews corner Apple Preview: A near-perfect PDF reader with limited editing tools. Rolling Square TAU 2: A keyring-sized mini power bank. TP-Link BE3600 Wi-Fi 7: Versatile, portable Wi-Fi router. Journey ARIA 3-in-1: Chic, lightweight magnetic travel charger. The rumor mill Apple’s next HomePod mini and AirTag upgrades surface in leaked internal code. Internal Apple code hints improved Siri will land next spring with ‘HomePad’ hub. Leaked code spills details of mystery Apple smart home accessory. Code leak reveals A19 iPad, M4 Air with Apple’s N1 chip likely coming soon. Video of the week What will be Tim Cook’s legacy? We discuss the possibilities in our latest short. Enjoy our video on TikTok or Instagram. @macworld.com What will be Tim Cook’s legacy? #apple ♬ original sound – Macworld – Macworld Software updates, bugs, and problems CarPlay is getting even better with these new iOS 26.2 features. iPhone 16e named ‘Bust of the Year’ (not in a good way) in MKBHD smartphone awards. Mystery solved: Here’s how to tell when your AirPods are updating. 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.12:30 pmiRobot has filed for bankruptcy – here’s what that means for Roomba owners
iRobot, the company which invented robot vacuum cleaners, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy some 23 years after it first launched the Roomba range. While such company failures can often be extremely bad news for owners of smart home technology, there is reason for optimism in this case … more…12:30 pmUK Wants All iPhones to Block Explicit Images Unless You Prove Age
Apple and Google will soon be "encouraged" to build nudity-detection algorithms into their software by default, as part of the UK government's strategy to tackle violence against women and girls, reports the Financial Times. According to the report, Home Office officials want device operating systems to prevent any nudity from being displayed unless users can verify that they're adults through biometric checks or official ID. The proposal is said to target mobile devices initially, but it could extend to desktops. The government reportedly explored making the controls mandatory for devices sold in the UK, but it has apparently decided against that approach for now. Apple currently offers Communication Safety tools that parents can activate and which detect nude photos and videos in apps like Messages, AirDrop, and FaceTime. However, teenagers can still view flagged images after dismissing an alert, while under-13s must enter a passcode. Google also provides parental controls through its Family Link feature and includes "sensitive content warnings" in Google Messages. But neither company offers system-wide nudity blocking that extends to third-party apps like WhatsApp. The proposal is sure to face objections from privacy and civil liberties groups, as well as questions about how effective any such measures would be. When the UK instituted age checks for porn websites earlier this year as part of the Online Safety Act, users got around restrictions using fake photos and VPN services. The proposals are expected to be officially unveiled in the coming days, according to people familiar with the matter who spoke to FT.Tags: Apple Child Safety Features, Financial Times, United KingdomThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:23 pmReally? Some people are saying in order to comply update Age Ratings by 31 Jan 2026, we need to submit new binary for formal approval. There are almost 2 mil iOS apps.. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingReally? Some people are saying in order to comply update Age Ratings by 31 Jan 2026, we need to submit new binary for formal approval. There are almost 2 mil iOS apps..
all 2 mil submit to iOS for full review just to ensure compliance with new age rating? submitted by /u/funkymerlion [link] [comments]12:22 pmRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Gazprombank Mobile
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Macworld New iOS and iPadOS updates don’t just add lots of new features to your iPhone. There are also updates to improve the security and reliability of your devices, and the latest release is no exception. There are 25 new security updates in iOS/iPadOS 26.2, and if you can’t or don’t want to update to iOS 26 yet, 20 of them are available in a separate iOS/iPadOS 18.7.3 release. Of particular note are a pair of WebKit vulnerabilities where “processing maliciously crafted web content may lead to arbitrary code execution.” Apple says it is aware of a report that these bugs were used in a highly sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals, in a version of iOS prior to iOS 26. These are zero-day flaws, meaning they were previously unknown. There are quite a few similar WebKit fixes in these releases, in which race conditions, buffer overflows, and other memory tricks could be used to run code on your iPhone after visiting specifically crafted malicious web content. There are many other frameworks and apps with important security fixes as well, including some commonly used apps: App Store Impact: An app may be able to access sensitive payment tokens Description: A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. CVE-2025-46288: floeki, Zhongcheng Li from IES Red Team of ByteDance. FaceTime Impact: Password fields may be unintentionally revealed when remotely controlling a device over FaceTime Description: This issue was addressed with improved state management. CVE-2025-43542: Yiğit Ocak Photos Impact: Photos in the Hidden Photos Album may be viewed without authentication Description: A configuration issue was addressed with additional restrictions. CVE-2025-43428: an anonymous researcher, Michael Schmutzer of Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt So if you’re on iOS 26, it’s best to update to iOS 26.2 as soon as possible. If you’re not on iOS 26 yet and don’t want to or can’t upgrade, be sure to grab iOS 18.7.3 instead. You can get either update by going to the Settings app, then General and Software Update.12:03 pmApple and Google will be asked to block nude photos unless user age is verified
A new report says that the British government will be asking Apple and Google to block the taking and sharing of nude photographs unless the user has been verified to be an adult. Additionally, the report says that the government wants iOS and Android to prevent nude images even being displayed on the device unless the user has been verified as an adult … more…11:51 amWhy is it so unnecessarily complicated to upload an app?
A bit of a rant, but it’s annoying as hell so if anyone has some tips on how to manage this. I’m not a Mac user which is frustrating to learn to use after spending the previous 30 years only ever using windows based pcs. I do use iPhone though. Anyway: trying to upload a […]11:23 amUnited States SMS and MMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
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THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 16, 20:00 PST - Dec 17, 02:00 PSTDec 15, 03:02 PSTScheduled - The AT&T network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 16 December 2025 at 20:00 PST until 17 December 2025 at 02:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from AT&T United States handsets.09:52 amGoToMyPC – Emergency Maintenance
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Apple may be planning its boldest iPhone redesign yet for its 20th anniversary with a display that curves on all four sides. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:28 amDo NOT update to Tahoe 26.2 if you’re still using Xcode 16
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Macworld For many AirPods Pro users, the listening experience doesn’t always live up to expectations—not because of the earbuds themselves, but because of the smallest component: the ear tips. The default silicone tips included with Apple’s AirPods Pro often struggle to deliver a consistently secure fit, all-day comfort, or reliable noise isolation. A seal that breaks even slightly reduces Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) performance, weakens sound clarity, and can leave users constantly adjusting their earbuds to keep them from slipping. That’s where Comply TrueGrip Premium Memory Foam Ear Tips come in. A simple $25 upgrade that can completely transform the AirPods Pro experience across generations (AirPods Pro 1, 2 & 3), these replacement tips deliver a superior fit, unmatched comfort, and dramatically improved noise isolation. If you rely on your AirPods Pro for commuting, working, exercising, or travel, this upgrade is one you’ll immediately feel. Buy Comply TrueGrip for AirPods Pro 3 Buy Comply TrueGrip for AirPods Pro 1 & 2 Why silicone struggles—and how memory foam solves it Silicone ear tips, even with Apple’s updated design in AirPods Pro 3, don’t always adapt well to natural ear canal movement. Smiling, talking, chewing, or jogging can break the seal, causing the earbuds to loosen or fall out entirely. Many users also experience pressure discomfort during longer listening sessions—particularly during flights, long work calls, or study sessions. Comply’s slow-rebound memory foam expands gently to your ear’s unique shape, creating a soft but secure seal that stays put through movement. Users report that while the new AirPods Pro 3 hybrid silicone-foam tips improve retention compared to earlier models, they still create more pressure in the ear canal and aren’t as comfortable or stable as Comply’s fully-foam design. Comply Superior fit, comfort & noise isolation Secure fit that doesn’t budge: The adaptive foam eliminates the constant readjusting many users experience. Whether jogging, lifting weights, commuting, or working in a chaotic environment, the TrueGrip tips hold firm and help prevent accidental slip-outs. Comfort designed for all-day wear: Unlike silicone, which pushes outward and creates pressure points, memory foam compresses when inserted and then expands slowly. The result is a cushioned, almost weightless feel that reduces ear fatigue. Users who previously experienced soreness after an hour or two can now wear AirPods Pro comfortably all day. Enhanced noise isolation for better ANC performance: A tighter seal means better passive isolation, which dramatically improves the effectiveness of Active Noise Cancellation. With more outside noise blocked, audio becomes richer and more immersive—whether listening to music, taking calls, or using Spatial Audio. Users commonly report better bass response, more consistent mids and highs, and an overall clearer and more powerful soundstage because the seal remains stable. Comply Two premium options for every listener Comply offers two versions to suit different needs: $24.99 TrueGrip and $29.99 TrueGrip MAX. The MAX version offers enhanced durability and moisture resistance via a patented SmartSkin™ foam technology. Buy from Amazon for AirPods Pro 3 or AirPods Pro 1 & 2. Both versions include three pairs of ear tips, a removal tool for easy installation, and are available in multiple colors depending on the AirPods Pro generation. Real-world performance: a meaningful upgrade Users who switched from Apple’s silicone tips to Comply TrueGrip frequently report: Better seal consistency and stronger ANC Improved comfort with reduced pressure in the ear canal More secure stability during activity Better bass response and overall clarity Zero slip or fall-out issues Comply The simple swap that transforms AirPods Pro If you love the AirPods Pro but wish they: Stayed in securely Felt better during long use Blocked more outside noise Delivered richer, more consistent sound …then this is a small upgrade that delivers a big difference. Improve your AirPods Pro experience today with Comply TrueGrip—premium memory foam ear tips engineered for superior fit, comfort, and immersive listening. Wear your AirPods every day, comfortably and confidently. Buy Comply TrueGrip for AirPods Pro 3 Buy Comply TrueGrip for AirPods Pro 1 & 2 Comply07:39 amSMS Delivery Delays to Tigo Network in Honduras
Dec 14, 23:39 PSTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate this issue.Dec 14, 23:34 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays to Tigo Network in Honduras. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.07:22 amUIToolbar buttons losing spacing in Xcode 26.1.1 Legacy Mode (UIDesignRequiresCompatibility) | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingUIToolbar buttons losing spacing in Xcode 26.1.1 Legacy Mode (UIDesignRequiresCompatibility)
We're using XCode 26.1.1 We do not have resource to adopt Liquid Glass design. Hence, we are using the following workaround <key>UIDesignRequiresCompatibility</key> <true/> This is our Storyboard. https://preview.redd.it/94y75brbkb7g1.png?width=758&format=png&auto=webp&s=6ca5b800eead231c6082422a0f04977964db890a Pre XCode 26 Before XCode 26.1.1, the bottom toolbar looks great. https://preview.redd.it/l1bixhhdkb7g1.png?width=750&format=png&auto=webp&s=4faf6abff089ea706605321b7b8414dabaf1ea35 In XCode 26 However, in XCode 26.1.1, the bottom toolbar buttons seems to "Squish together". […]07:19 amApple's M4 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM plunges to $899 with free 2-day shipping
A $300 last-minute holiday discount on Apple's M4 MacBook Air with 24GB of RAM is in effect today, bringing the cost of the laptop down to $899 with delivery by Christmas.Get Apple's M4 MacBook Air with 24GB of RAM for just $899 - Image credit: AppleB&H Photo is pulling out all the stops with its last-minute holiday sale, and we're following a steep $300 price drop on Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air in Midnight. This M4 model with a 10-core GPU has a bump up to 24GB of RAM, along with 256GB of storage.Buy M4 MacBook Air 24GB for $899 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:14 amFirst Time creating Custom Product Page. Any tips?
Hey guys, trying to leverage on the tools available in App Store connect. Have you tried Custom Product Pages before? Any Advices? submitted by /u/Falli_ot [link] [comments]06:55 amSMS Delivery Failures From Brazil via Subset of Shortcodes
Dec 14, 22:55 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.05:59 amLooking for a Skills Exchange: I’ll help with Chinese/SEA Markets ↔ You help with Polish/LatAm Markets | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingLooking for a Skills Exchange: I’ll help with Chinese/SEA Markets ↔ You help with Polish/LatAm Markets
Hi everyone, I am a full-time iOS developer. My business model is simple: I localize my apps for specific non-US markets and run paid ads to drive profitable growth. I have successfully cracked the Taiwan market (I am fluent in Traditional Chinese) and Thailand (I am based in SEA and understand the cultural nuances). However, […]04:56 amApp keeps minimising + no logs
I'm doing a kotlin MP to iOS app. every time the app opens it minimises (visible when double tap home) after under a second. been trying to get it to work for 2 days now. no helpful logs in the console??? – seriously wth – is this a commonality with iOS? don't really know what […]04:00 amNetwork Connectivity Degradation in Mumbai
Dec 15, 04:00 UTCResolved - Between 4:10 and 4:47 UTC today, 2025-12-15, customers may have observed network connectivity degradation for traffic through our Mumbai (BOM) facility.03:23 amNQN (Neuquen) on 2025-12-15
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 15, 04:00 UTC - Dec 16, 04:00 UTCDec 15, 03:14 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in NQN (Neuquen) datacenter between 2025-12-15 04:00 and 2025-12-16 04:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.03:01 amLaunched my app and people actually bought it!
https://preview.redd.it/vdk65fhd9a7g1.png?width=2786&format=png&auto=webp&s=eaa056c07d3bdb873cbf72d187294d074dad1d8a For context, I launched my first iOS app called FuelUp and wasn't really expecting any sales. I haven't made any TikToks or Reels showing it at all but turns out its getting a lot of traction directly from App Store Searches. I recently added subscriptions as well, so lifetime wasn't the only option as […]02:55 amLatest update on Age Ratings question – just called Apple developer support | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingLatest update on Age Ratings question – just called Apple developer support
I spent nearly an hour asking around Apple developer phone support today advisor 1 – he seemed quite annoyed I was asking this Qns, and simply asked me to refer to the email advisor 2 – he told me, just to be safe, just submit a new binary with updated questionnaires. advisor 3 – she […]01:39 amTrouble reuploading to meet new regulatory requirements with Unity iOS App | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingTrouble reuploading to meet new regulatory requirements with Unity iOS App
I solved my problem and just wanted to document it in case anyone experiences something similar. I received an email saying I needed to answer some questions about the age rating on my App. It wouldn't let me answer the questions until I created a new release. Then I had to upload all the screenshots, […]01:23 amHelp with text color in accessory views
So I have a small accessory view that I have hard coded the color for both light and dark, when in dark mode where all the text is white I don’t have any noticeable issues but in light mode where the text should be black I see it shifting to white in certain conditions do […]12:47 amLaunched my first app two days ago. And people actually paid for it!!!
For context, I launched my first app on the mac app store two days, wasn't expecting any sales for maybe after a while, but people actually paid for it. Not just that, I had 16 IAP (that's a conversion of almost 14%). I charge $20 for lifetime and $1.99/monthly with 14 days trial. I got […]12:34 amSMS Delivery Failure to Multiple Networks in Japan via domestic pre-registered Sender ID
Dec 14, 16:34 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery failures to multiple networks in Japan via subset of domestic pre-registered Sender ID. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Sunday December 1411:54 pm*UPDATE* Just launched my first iOS app and the first 7 days numbers
Hi guys! Since I saw a lot of interest in the prevoius post of the fourth day I thought about sharing the first week of Folium! I am very happy about it, it also managed to be in top 14 apps of the App Store in Italy in the middle of the week(now it went […]11:22 pmFRA (Frankfurt) on 2025-12-17
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I have been working on an app for the last few months that heavily relies on NetworkExtension. What I notice is that there is not many resources for NetworkExtension, probably because there are not many people working with NetworkExtensions in the first place, so I thought would be nice to connect with the few people […]09:24 pmGoogle Chrome keeps suggesting me a passkey when signing in to Apple services | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingGoogle Chrome keeps suggesting me a passkey when signing in to Apple services
Recently, whenever I try to sign in to App Store Connect or any other Apple website, Chrome keeps suggesting a passkey from Apple Passwords. The strange part is that when I open the Passwords app, there are no passkeys at all – as I don't use this app. I have no idea how to get […]09:19 pmMy app has been stuck at 1-5 downloads per day, how can I get that up?
These statistics are from my one app "Worldly" on the iOS App Store in the past month. I'm definitely not complaining because it is somewhat niche and I haven't had a lot of time to market it, but I would definitely like to try to get more downloads and hopefully make a little more money. […]09:16 pmHow much would hiring someone to build this app cost?
I love going on walks to explore new places. I want to create an app that shows everywhere I have gone (all the streets) in one map. I would like to use design of the iOS map in the Maps app. I want it simple and private for now with no subscription, data sharing, login, […]08:51 pmMy New App That Estimates Admission Chances
It’s 100% free right now, and I would love feedback! Currently it is only available in Canada. App: UniTrack University submitted by /u/DiscountDifferent726 [link] [comments]08:19 pmMMS Delivery Delay To Rogers Wireless Network In Canada
Dec 14, 12:19 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing MMS delivery delays when sending messages to Rogers Wireless Network In Canada. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.07:15 pmAmazon's $399 Samsung M8 USB-C monitor deal ends today
The $300 discount on the 32-inch M8 4K display ends tonight, with the monitor arriving by Christmas.Get a Samsung M8 monitor for $399 today only - Image credit: SamsungYou can pick up the Samsung M8 Smart Monitor for $399.99 at your choice of Amazon and B&H Photo, with Amazon stating its deal ends tonight. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:11 pmCan vibe coding be okay ever?
Forgive my ignorance but I’m vibe coding for an app idea prototype on Figma. I want to then test the UX and general idea really on a few people. I’ve heard that vibe coding is hopeless but would it be possible just to get feedback and once the idea is validated give it to a […]07:04 pmCall Quality Issue To a Subset to Twilio Phone Number in Mexico
Dec 14, 11:03 PSTUpdate - We are investigating outbound call quality issues from a subset of Twilio's Phone Numbers in Mexico. Our engineering team is working with our carrier partners to resolve this. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Dec 14, 10:59 PSTInvestigating - Our monitoring systems have detected a potential issue for Call Quality To a Subset to Twilio Phone Number in Mexico. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We will update as soon as we have more information.07:04 pmMonetization Options for a medicine tracker
I am working on a medication tracker right now and I need your opinion regarding monetization This medicine is taken monthly. Therefore there won't be high number of daily sessions for the app. Upfront payment makes most sense to me but as I researched the market, it may cause "fear" upon users because they won't […]06:49 pmOttocast launches new CarPlay AI Box plus wireless adapter with rear cabin monitoring [Sponsored] | 9 to 5 MacOttocast launches new CarPlay AI Box plus wireless adapter with rear cabin monitoring [Sponsored]
If you’ve been looking to upgrade your car’s tech without breaking the bank on a new vehicle, Ottocast just dropped two products worth checking out. The OttoAibox P3 Pro brings AI voice control and Android apps to your existing CarPlay setup, while the Cabin Care adapter adds wireless CarPlay plus a rear-seat camera for keeping an eye on the little ones. Both are designed to work with what you’ve already got installed, which is pretty much the whole point. more…06:26 pmHands-on with Anker’s new 20,100mAh battery bank: 220W output, compact design
Anker is back at it again with a new 20,100mAh power bank, under its Anker Prime brand. This power bank has three ports, offers up to 220W of output, and comes in a pretty compact package. It’s available for purchase on Amazon for $129. more…06:24 pmCloudKit with optional user sign-up: is mixing CloudKit and Firebase a bad idea? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingCloudKit with optional user sign-up: is mixing CloudKit and Firebase a bad idea?
Hi everyone, I’m building an iOS app for tracking books. Initially, I planned to use CloudKit only to store user data (progress, favorites, etc.) with no required sign-up – just iCloud. Now I want to add optional user registration to support features like: • shared lists between friends • public comments or discussions • basic […]06:11 pmWhat happened to this subreddit?
Early this year, this used to be a subreddit where people would share their Apps on App Saturday and get constructive feedback. These days, nobody responds apps anymore on App Saturday. Is there something we can do to bring back that spark and keep the community active? submitted by /u/zackbass01 [link] [comments]05:50 pmI accidentally recreated the volume app menu bar input/output picker because I forgot about a keyboard shortcut | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI accidentally recreated the volume app menu bar input/output picker because I forgot about a keyboard shortcut
The other day I was confused since I couldn't find the microphone input section in the volume menu bar app and I just started coding it in swift. The funniest part is when I was finalizing the repository I remembered that option + volume shows the input section but the work was already done 🙂 […]05:48 pmBizarre iOS 26 bug causes some Android camera photos to turn red in iPhone Photos app
Users have been noticing a weird iPhone bug with some pictures they have saved in their Photos app on iOS 26; sometimes, photos taken from Android phones are being imported into the Photos with a seemingly intense red color filter applied. What’s even stranger is this red haze only shows when you actually tap on an image in Photos and zoom in. The preview thumbnails preserve their full color so if you are just scrolling through your library, you might not see anything wrong. Luckily, this bug has a simple fix you can do to put each picture back to how it was … more…05:38 pmWhy do I convert so little impressions into downloads?
Hey, I'm a solo app developer with my app PriceNotify since some years. I'm facing the issue that I have pretty good impressions but I can't convert them into product page views or downloads. I already take actions and tried to improve my app store screenshots, title and subtitle but don't see better numbers What […]05:37 pmReddit ads – anyone have any experience?
I’m considering trying out Reddit ads to target some niche communities that are highly relevant to my app. Unfortunately I can’t do self promos in them as, like with most subs – don’t allow it. So I’m thinking of spending a little money to target these users in the new year and wondering how effective […]05:32 pmToday in Apple history: iMac Pro packs potent all-in-one punch
On December 14, 2016, Apple releases the iMac Pro. Despite a beautiful design, the professional-grade desktop was only a placeholder. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:53 pmApple Watch Series 11 vs Apple Watch SE 3: Which should you buy this holiday season?
Apple updated its entire lineup of Apple Watch models this year, introducing the Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and Apple Ultra 3. If you’re shopping for someone or buying for yourself this holiday season, here’s what you need to know about Apple Watch SE 3 vs Apple Watch Series 11. Plus, you can currently save $200 on the Apple Watch Series 11 for holiday shopping. more…03:25 pmGet $100 Off Apple Watch Series 11 With Delivery In Time For Christmas
Amazon and Best Buy this weekend have all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. These discounts beat the Black Friday prices we saw last month by about $30, and both retailers have delivery options that provide guaranteed arrival dates before Christmas. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $299.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $329.00, down from $429.00. On Amazon, you'll find four of the 42mm GPS models on sale at this all-time low price, and two of the 46mm GPS models on sale. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 If you're shopping for cellular models, you can find record low prices on multiple models this week on Amazon. The 42mm cellular Apple Watch Series 11 has hit $399.00, down from $499.00, and the 46mm cellular model has hit $429.00, down from $529.00. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm Cell) for $399.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm Cell) for $429.00 Head to our full Deals Roundup to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:09 pmHow to remove titlebar but keep the ability to drag and reposition the window ? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingHow to remove titlebar but keep the ability to drag and reposition the window ?
I know most of you are ios only developers, but I am hoping some of you have some experience with mac of app development. I made a simple tool for myself using Tauri. I want to remove the titlebar so that I have just two floating buttons. But I should be able to drag and […]02:59 pmI built a simple receipt scanner and tracker app
I travel frequently, and keeping track of expenses on each trip has always been a challenge. Over time, I experimented with many different methods, but scanning receipts proved to be the fastest and most reliable solution. During the past two years alone, I’ve scanned more than a thousand receipts, gradually improving my workflow—from using simple […]02:59 pmPromo code for Watch-only IAP failing
Hi, I have an "Apple Watch Only" app that you can download for free and conduct a 7 day trial. After that, there is an IAP to unlock a lifetime license. For the life of me I can't find out how the process of redeeming promo codes for the IAP should work. Once generated, people […]02:48 pmiOS 26.2: All the new features now available on your iPhone
After several weeks of beta testing, iOS 26.2 is now available for all iPhone users. The update brings new features for Apple Podcasts and Apple Music, more Liquid Glass design updates, and more. Head below for our full guide on all the new iOS 26.2 features. more…02:35 pmFree and open source HopPT. A chatGPT alternative for people who want to use their own models. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingFree and open source HopPT. A chatGPT alternative for people who want to use their own models.
Hi guys. Hope this is not viewed as promotion, because it’s free and open source and there are a couple of things that people can use for their own projects. Like many other apps HopPT lets the users add their own API (or local) models and chat with them. But unlike the others, it has […]02:12 pmFoxconn is building a massive factory in KY, but probably not for Apple
Foxconn is investing $174 million into a new facility in Louisville, Kentucky, but nothing points to it becoming part of Apple's supply chain.A Foxconn factory signApple supply chain partner Foxconn is making moves to expand its footprint in the United States again. This time, it's building up its operations in Kentucky.Announcements from Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear confirmed that Foxconn will be opening "it's first U.S. manufacturing operation" in Louisville. The investment, which is claimed to be worth about $174 million, will potentially create 180 new jobs in the region. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:26 pmFree, no ads, fast and modern IPTV app for iOS (also available on Apple TV and Mac OS) | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingFree, no ads, fast and modern IPTV app for iOS (also available on Apple TV and Mac OS)
Hello all— I’m the developer of JamRun IPTV, a clean, fast, and polished IPTV player for your own playlists on iPhone and iPad, now on the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/jamrun-iptv/id6754577839 Why JamRun exists: Most IPTV players feel clunky, slow, or outdated. I built JamRun to feel smooth and modern with a glass-style UI, powerful search and […]01:15 pmare you using AI in your development? If yes, what’s your structure?
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X for iOS has finally rolled out widgets for your Home Screen and Lock Screen. more…01:00 pmX for iOS finally offers widgets, five years after first teasing them
X for iOS has finally rolled out widgets for your Home Screen and Lock Screen. more…12:08 pmCrime blotter: Protesters arrested outside NYC Apple Store on Black Friday
Multiple iPhone theft rings are busted in Canada, India, and Cambodia, CBP has embraced Cellebrite, and an on-camera arrest in California is all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter.The Fifth Avenue Apple Store The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:16 amIs this a good way to inject mock view model into a view when running in xcode preview? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingIs this a good way to inject mock view model into a view when running in xcode preview?
I'm doing it this way: struct ParentView: View { var body: some View { ChildView() //… #Preview { ParentView() .environment(.childViewModel, MockChildViewModel()) } struct ChildView: View { Environment(.childViewModel) private var viewModel Protocol: protocol ChildViewModelProtocol: ObservableObject Env with default "production" value: private struct ChildViewModelKey: EnvironmentKey { static let defaultValue: any ChildViewModelProtocol = ChildViewModel() } extension EnvironmentValues { […]10:03 amSMS Delivery Delays and Failures to Telus Network in Canada
Dec 14, 02:03 PSTUpdate - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays and failures when sending messages to Telus network in Canada. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Dec 14, 02:00 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays and failures when sending messages to Telus network in Canada. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.08:00 amOne of the only private AI assistants just lowered the price for a lifetime license to $79 | MacworldOne of the only private AI assistants just lowered the price for a lifetime license to $79
Macworld TL;DR: Pansophy is a private AI assistant, and it’s only $79 for life right now. OpenAI just lost the lawsuit to keep its chat logs private. If you don’t like the idea of your company secrets and personal conversations being vulnerable, it’s time to pivot to a private AI assistant like Pansophy. This new AI desktop assistant can write emails, generate code, summarize research, and a lot more. And right now, it’s only $79 for a lifetime subscription (reg. $199). Once Pansophy is installed, you can bounce between writing tasks, coding questions, document summaries, or general brainstorming without hitting usage caps or waiting for tokens to refresh. You don’t even need WiFi. It works anywhere your laptop works, which makes it feel surprisingly freeing if you’re used to cloud tools. Anyone who writes, studies, builds, or manages projects will find something useful here. Students can drop PDFs in and get clear summaries. Developers can debug or write small scripts without leaving their desktop. Writers and business owners get a quiet, local space to think through ideas without wondering where their data goes. The multilingual support is a nice bonus, especially if you work in more than one language or switch contexts a lot. You can keep everything local, still get smart responses, and avoid yet another subscription climbing in price. During this limited-time sale, it’s only $79 to get a Pansophy Private Personal AI Desktop Assistant lifetime subscription. Pansophy Private Personal AI Desktop Assistant – Base Plan: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.07:51 amSMS Delivery Delays to Coop Network in Italy
Dec 13, 23:51 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Coop Network in Italy. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.07:30 amLaunching my 3rd iOS App, which aims to fix small talk
Hey iOS devs 👋 Just wrapped up my solo app and would love some technical feedback. What it is: Unfiltered – conversation question app with couple & friend modes. Built this because my partner and I kept having surface-level conversations. Figured others might have the same problem. Happy to answer any technical questions or share […]02:37 amAdding leaderboards to a fitness app – Game Center or alternatives?
Hello! I’m building a push-up tracking app and I want to add leaderboards so users can see how many push-ups are being done globally and also compete with friends. I’ve been looking into Game Center, mainly because it’s simple and doesn’t require account creation, but all apple tutorials and examples from wwdc are focused on […]Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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