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- 12:20 amiOS 26 leak details multiple unreleased Apple products
An unreleased build of iOS 26 has revealed details about more than a dozen Apple hardware projects currently in development.An iOS 26 code leak confirmed the existence of multiple unreleased iPhone models, including the iPhone 17e.Following a series of reports last week, which provided insight into unreleased products like the next-generation AirTag, iPad Air, and Apple Studio Display, we now have additional information about the source of the leak.A prototype iPhone running an early build of iOS 26 was recently sold, and the operating system on the device has since been made publicly available. This allowed researchers to dig through the code in an effort to uncover more about the devices and projects Apple is currently working on. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:00 amvisionOS: An Introduction [SUBSCRIBER]
Now updated for visionOS 26! The Vision Pro and visionOS present a new paradigm in computing. This is the beginning of spatial computing. Users will be able to view apps floating in front of their eyes and they will be able to interact with them with taps, gestures and their hands. This learning path will survey the various types of apps that you can build for spatial computing. We’ll explore building windowed apps; running existing iOS and iPad apps in windows, creating apps with 3D elements in 3D volumes, as well as fully immersive apps, where the user is inside a completely virtual environment.Monday December 1511:40 pmWhy does cancelByProducingResumeData() return nil for upload tasks?
I'm implementing resumable uploads on iOS based on this documentation and wwdc video The server correctly sends a 104 Upload Resumption Supported informational response, which I receive in my delegate. However, when I cancel the upload task using cancelByProducingResumeData(), it always returns nil. Setup iOS 18/26 HTTP/2 server with TLS (using SwiftNIO + Network.framework) Server implements the resumable upload draft protocol Client Code class VideoUploader: NSObject, URLSessionTaskDelegate, URLSessionDataDelegate { private var urlSession: URLSession! private var uploadTask: URLSessionUploadTask? func uploadVideo(fileURL: URL) { var request = URLRequest(url: URL(string: "https://localhost:3000/upload")!) request.httpMethod = "POST" request.setValue("?0", forHTTPHeaderField: "Upload-Incomplete") request.setValue("3", forHTTPHeaderField: "Upload-Draft-Interop-Version") uploadTask = urlSession.uploadTask(with: request, fromFile: fileURL) uploadTask?.resume() // Cancel after 3 seconds to test resume data Task { try? await Task.sleep(for: .seconds(3)) guard let uploadTask else { return } let resumeData = await uploadTask.cancelByProducingResumeData() print("Resume data: (resumeData)") // Always prints nil } } // This IS called - server sends 104 correctly func urlSession(_ session: URLSession, task: URLSessionTask, didReceiveInformationalResponse response: HTTPURLResponse) { print("Received 104: (response.statusCode)") print("Location: (response.allHeaderFields["Location"] ?? "none")") } } Here's a repo with server side code and app that reproduces the issue. Here are some logs of what's happening: [Uploader] Creating upload task to: https://localhost:3000/upload [Uploader] Request method: POST [Uploader] Request headers: [Uploader] Upload-Length: 183083641 [Uploader] Upload-Complete: ?1 [Uploader] Upload-Draft-Interop-Version: 6 [Uploader] Upload task created with ID: 2 [Uploader] Upload task resumed [TaskDelegate] Received authentication challenge: NSURLAuthenticationMethodServerTrust [TaskDelegate] Received informational response! [TaskDelegate] Status code: 104 [TaskDelegate] Informational response headers: [TaskDelegate] Upload-Draft-Interop-Version: 6 [TaskDelegate] Location: /uploads/6123040065090238422-4871340930786507232 [TaskDelegate] Resume URL (Location): /uploads/6123040065090238422-4871340930786507232 [TaskDelegate] Progress: 5% - Sent 10529890/183083641 bytes (this chunk: 10529890 bytes) [TaskDelegate] Progress: 11% - Sent 21029328/183083641 bytes (this chunk: 10499438 bytes) [TaskDelegate] Progress: 17% - Sent 31385589/183083641 bytes (this chunk: 10356261 bytes) [TaskDelegate] Progress: 17% - Sent 31501636/183083641 bytes (this chunk: 116047 bytes) [Uploader] Cancelling upload [Uploader] Task state before cancel: 0 [Uploader] Cancel completed [Uploader] Resume data returned: NO Any idea what I could be missing, or even how I could debug this?11:32 pmHelp needed! My app got rejected and I don’t know why
Hi everybody, I was just trying to publish my app and I got rejected. I really don't know why because I think most of the binary is correct. I think I could have improved the title of the publication, but I think the rest should be there because their user can click on everything and […]11:31 pmXcode 26 – double-click to expand window to fill screen?
Finally mustered the courage to take the leap to Xcode 26. First thing I do when I open Xcode is usually double-click the nav bar so the active window automatically expands to fill the screen on my monitor (NOT the green button). This doesn't seem to work now. Any quick way to restore this behavior? […]11:30 pmUsing Apple Foundation Models to Summarize Text [FREE]
Build an on-device text summarizer using Apple Foundation Models and SwiftUI, with step-by-step guidance on availability checks and summarization.11:26 pmRate my first week live on the appstore
submitted by /u/sabli-jr [link] [comments]11:15 pmWhat are some good ways to get organic traffic to your app/landing page? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWhat are some good ways to get organic traffic to your app/landing page?
People that have started to use my app are really pleased with it so my app started spreading via word of mouth in my local region. I want to get it to the broader public, but its kinda hard for me. Im not creative in the sense of making social media content. Ive heard about […]11:05 pmEarly iOS 26 Software Leak Uncovers Dozens of Upcoming Apple Features
Software from an iPhone prototype running an early build of iOS 26 leaked last week, giving us a glimpse at future Apple devices and iOS features. We recapped device codenames in our prior article, and now we have a list of some of the most notable feature flags that were found in the software code. In some cases, it's obvious what the feature flags are referring to, while some are more vague and harder to interpret. We've included the feature flag and a short explanation of what it might reference, but keep in mind that Apple doesn't provide full explanations because this is all internal code. We're working off of titles and internal organization, but there are still hints of what may be coming in the future. Products Unknown home accessory - There's a reference to J229 architecture. J229 is a home accessory, but we don't know what it is. It might be the camera that Apple is rumored to be working on, but it could also be something simpler like a standalone base for the home hub. Code references a sensor manager and sensing predict models. AirTag 2 - There are several references to future AirTag features, including Bluetooth improvements, low battery state improvements, and crowdsourced location improvements. Unknown references include AirTag2025_Phone_Finding, AirTag2025_Watch_Finding, Distribution, Battery, and Switchover. Note that it mentions 2025, suggesting Apple planned to release the AirTag 2 in 2025 and pushed it back. AirPods - Several AirPods features are listed with a spring 2026 launch: ContextualReminders, ConversationBreakthroughVQA, and Visual Lookup. There are also mentions of "Precise outdoor location understanding" and "Room Aware Connect Controls." There's a second fall 2025 label for "Extended_Precision_Finding_Core_Tech," and a "SRAudioMixing - Mix audio with the active streaming device" mention that could be related to the AirPods. Vision Pro - There's a "Enable AUSM Enhanced Room Spatializer" feature flag, which may be released to the Vision Pro. It has a spring 2026 label. Software Features There are mentions of several previously rumored software features that are coming in updates to iOS 26 and in iOS 27. Health+ - This is listed with a spring 2026 date. Rumors suggest it's a new AI-powered health-related subscription service. There are references to another health feature called "Gumdrop," but it's unclear what it is, plus a mention of a "Geronimo" feature with a date of 2030. Live Captions - Live Captions will expand to more languages, with this code labeled WWDC 2026. AutoFillUI - Third-party apps will be able to access autofill credit card information in fall 2026. Currently, you can take a picture of card details when checking out or use Apple Pay, but you can't autofill your credit card details when buying something in an app. Siri - There are several mentions of Siri features for the smarter version of Siri Apple is working on. IntelligenceFlow, PlanOverrides, SpotlightPersonalAnswersSiri, SpotlightSearchToolLLMQueryUnderstanding, and SpotlightExtSemanticSearch are some of the strings. The Siri mentions have a spring 2026 label. Freeform - Freeform is getting folders, with a spring 2026 date listed. Journal - Followup prompts are coming to the Journal app, also in spring 2026. Wallet - There are BankConnectUpcomingPaymentNotifications and AppleCardUpcomingPaymentNotifications strings with a WWDC 2026 date. Photos - Apple's code mentions Photos Connections and Shared Collections as features coming in fall 2026.10:27 pmUK government to ‘encourage’ Apple and Google to include nudity-blocking software in OSes | Mac Daily NewsUK government to ‘encourage’ Apple and Google to include nudity-blocking software in OSes
The UK government is set to urge Apple and Google to embed advanced nudity-detection software directly into device operating systems… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.10:21 pmApple specialists to participate in White House’s ‘Tech Force’ initiative
The White House announced plans to recruit “an elite group of ~1,000 technology specialists” from companies such as Apple to serve two-year terms across federal agencies. Here are the details. more…10:15 pmGet Microsoft Office 2024 for Mac or PC for less than $150
This discounted Microsoft Office for Mac lifetime license is a great alternative to pricey monthly fees and subscriptions. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)10:05 pmApple Leak Confirms Work on Foldable iPhone, AirTag 2, and Dozens More Devices
Last week, details about unreleased Apple devices and future iOS features were shared by Macworld. This week, we learned where the information came from, plus we have more findings from the leak. As it turns out, an Apple prototype device running an early build of iOS 26 was sold, and the person who bought it shared the software. The OS has a version number of 23A5234w, and the first developer beta of iOS 26 was 23A5260n, so it dates back to before that initial beta. Apple was still calling it iOS 19 internally at that time, so the software is labeled iOS 19 rather than iOS 26. An anonymous source provided MacRumors with a list of unreleased devices and features that were found in the beta, and we've recapped the device list below. There are references to many upcoming Apple products, which are referred to by codenames internally. Several codenames have been leaked previously in other accidental updates, or by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Many of these leaked devices have been previously rumored, but this serves as confirmation that they are in the works and will be coming in the future. AirTags and Home Devices AirTag 2 - B589 Apple Studio Display 2 - J427 and J527 Home hub variant 1 with base - J490 Home hub variant 2, mounted - J491 Unknown home accessory - J229. Possibly a standalone base that can be added to the mounted home hub, or another device like the rumored camera Apple is working on. Tabletop robot - J595 HomePod mini 2 - B525 iPads iPad 12 - J581 and J582 (Wi-Fi and Cellular) M4 iPad Air - J707, J708, J737, J738 (11 and 13-inch sizes, Wi-Fi and Cellular) iPhones iPhone 17e - V159 iPhone Air 2 - V62 (software predates Apple's decision to delay the launch) iPhone 18 Pro - V63 iPhone 18 Pro Max - V64 Foldable iPhone - V68 Macs Low-cost MacBook with A18 Pro - J700 M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pro - J714c, J714s, J716c, J716s (14-inch and 16-inch models with M5 Pro and Max chip variants) M5 MacBook Air - J813 and J815 (13 and 15-inch size options) M5 Mac Studio - J775c and J775d (M5 Max and M5 Ultra variants) M5 Mac mini - J873g and J873s (M5 and M5 Pro variants) M6 14-inch MacBook Pro - J804 M6 Pro/Max MacBook Pro - K114c, K114s, K116c, K116s (14-inch and 16-inch models with M6 Pro and M6 Max chips) Wearables Vision Air headset - N100 (a lighter and cheaper version of the Vision Pro) AR glasses prototype - N421 (a prototype set of lightweight AR glasses, supposedly scrapped) Mac-connected AR glasses - N107 (AR glasses that connected to a Mac, supposedly scrapped) Cheaper Vision Pro - N109 (also referred to as a second-generation Vision Pro, distinct from Vision Air) AI smart glasses - N50, but Apple now refers to these as N401 (Meta Ray-Bans competitor) Apple Watch Series 12 - N237 and N238 (Wi-Fi and Cellular) Apple Watch Ultra 4 - N240 Chips There are codenames for several upcoming Apple chips that are in the works for future devices. AirPods H3 - T2026 U3 (Ultra Wideband) - T2034 M5 Pro/Max/Ultra - T6050 M6 - T8152 A20/A20 Pro - T8160 S11 - T8320 Unknowns There are also several unknown codenames that aren't linked to any currently rumored devices. N110 N209 N216 J349 J190 J226 Several of these devices like the AirTag 2, the iPads, and the home hub are expected earlier in 2026, while others will be coming in late 2026 and beyond. Apple's software does not include release dates associated with codenames, so there are no known dates for when some of these devices are coming.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:55 pmGame development diary: Sound, music, and schedule speed bumps
After wrestling with Welsh for my iPhone game "Character Limit," there were two changes of pace in the last month. Both in terms of the work being carried out and when the game will actually ship.A build of my game 'Character Limit' running on an iPhoneIt's fair to say that, in my last development log, my implementation of Welsh was not one that was kind to the development schedule. Retrofitting multiple languages into a game that previously worked in one is hard, but necessary if I want to add more to the game.Indeed, the work on Welsh has taken so long that, while it technically works almost like it did before, there are still small elements that need fixing. There's enough crossover with things I want to change and update that they can be rolled up as part of the same item on the whiteboard to-do list. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:52 pmNew in iOS 26.3: Android transfer settings, third-party notification forwarding
The first developer beta of iOS 26.3 is here, and with it, settings that make transferring to Android easier and notification forwarding for third-party wearables.iOS 26.3 delivers new settings for notification forwarding, and makes moving to Android easier.On Monday, just days after iOS 26.2 made its way to the general public, Apple started the iOS 26.3 beta testing cycle. The iPhone software update has the build number 23D5089e, up from 23C55 on the public release of iOS 26.2As a whole, iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 brought about a multitude of changes, the most visible being Apple's controversial "Liquid Glass" design language. The following update, iOS 26.1, delivered new toggles for existing system features, along with additional customization settings for Liquid Glass. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:43 pm9to5Mac Daily: December 15, 2025 – iOS 26.2 now available
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Give yourself the gift of peace of mind. Till the end of the month, 9to5Mac listeners get 30% off with code 9to5Xmas. more…09:40 pmDevelopers get first look at iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3
There are new iOS 26.3 and macOS 26.3 betas from Apple. Developers can now begin testing and discovering new features. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)09:21 pmTidBITS 2025 Holiday Hiatus—See You in 2026!
We will be taking a few weeks off to spend time with family and friends over the holidays. You can expect the next email issue of TidBITS on 5 January 2026. Thank you for reading TidBITS, and we hope our articles have enriched your year!09:20 pmHow the Music App’s “Skip When Shuffling” Option Can Help (or Hinder) Holiday Playlists
After 30 frustrating minutes trying to fix a broken holiday playlist, Adam Engst finally found the culprit: a “Skip when shuffling” option he had enabled last year and forgotten about. Is there a better way to silence seasonal music when the holidays end?09:19 pmTelegram finally adds passkeys support
With the latest update, Telegram users can now create a passkey to instantly log in to their accounts without needing an SMS code or password. Here’s how to activate it. more…09:16 pmGeneral Motors Announces Plans to Start Offering iPhone Car Keys
General Motors (GM) today announced it will be rolling out support for the Apple Wallet app's digital car key feature, but it did not provide a timeframe or mention any specific vehicle models that will be compatible. GM has four main vehicle brands in the United States and Canada, including Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick. (Mockup) During its WWDC 2025 keynote in June, Apple said that 13 additional vehicle brands would soon offer Apple Wallet car keys, and Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac were on the list. The feature allows users to lock, unlock, and start a compatible vehicle with an iPhone or Apple Watch. With the latest version of the feature, which utilizes Ultra Wideband technology, you can keep your iPhone in your pocket as you approach and drive the vehicle. If your iPhone battery runs out, a Power Reserve feature ensures the Apple Wallet key can still be used for up to five hours after the device shuts off. You can share an Apple Wallet car key with up to eight family and friends via AirDrop or any messaging app, such as the Messages app or WhatsApp. Automakers that already offer Apple Wallet keys for select vehicles include Audi, BMW, MINI, Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, Mercedes-Benz, RAM, Volvo, Polestar, and more, with others like Acura, Porsche, Rivian, and Toyota expected to follow. GM also announced availability of a built-in Apple Music app in select 2025 and newer Chevrolet and Cadillac models, but it has not reversed course on its decision to stop offering CarPlay in its electric (and eventually gas) vehicles.Tag: iPhone Car KeysThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:14 pmThis hidden iOS feature is my daily go-to when using AirPods Pro 3
I use AirPods Pro 3 all day, every day while I work, and there’s one hidden iOS tool that I’ve found pairs perfectly with the product: it’s a little-known feature called Background Sounds. more…09:01 pm📢 Proposed Update to App Saturday – Feedback Requested
The mod team is proposing updates to the App Saturday program to keep it high-quality, useful, and community-focused. Before anything goes live, we want your feedback. We’re targeting these changes to begin Saturday, January 3rd, 2026. Proposed Changes 1. Minimum participation requirement Users must have at least 20 r/iOSProgramming karma earned in the last 6 […]08:39 pmElevated Timeouts and Latency in Porting Dbs
Dec 15, 12:38 PSTInvestigating - We are currently investigating this issue with porting US numbers to Twilio. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.08:37 pmiOS 26.3 beta reveals how Apple plans to handle EU-required notification forwarding
The first iOS 26.3 beta includes a new user interface in preparation for the EU rule that will require Apple to allow third-party devices to access users’ notifications. Here’s how it’s going to work more…08:32 pmProtect your iPhone: Update to iOS 26.2 now for critical security fixes
iOS 26.2 security updates are crucial. Install now to protect your iPhone from newly identified threats and security vulnerabilities. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:31 pmTunnelBear 5.8
Subscription-based VPN app for the Mac makes changes for its free user tier (Free with subscription options for unlimited data, 51.1 MB, macOS 11+)08:31 pmTunnelBear 5.8
Subscription-based VPN app for the Mac makes changes for its free user tier (Free with subscription options for unlimited data, 51.1 MB, macOS 11+)08:30 pmFiles are unable to be uploaded to Interfaces or Chatbots
Status: InvestigatingWe are currently investigating a service disruption impacting the Interfaces and Chatbots caused by an Uploadcare incident. This issue is causing performance degradation and may prevent users from uploading files and knowledge sources within our Interfaces and Chatbots. We are actively monitoring the situation and working with Uploadcare to restore full functionality. You can find more details on Uploadcare's status page here: https://status.uploadcare.com/incidents/wbb64j910d6l. We will provide further updates as soon as more information becomes available. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.Affected components Interfaces (Degraded performance) Chatbots (Degraded performance)08:29 pmMimestream 1.9.3
Adds adaptive cache eviction to reduce disk space utilization. ($49.99 annual subscription, free update, 12.2 MB, macOS 12+)08:29 pmMimestream 1.9.3
Adds adaptive cache eviction to reduce disk space utilization. ($49.99 annual subscription, free update, 12.2 MB, macOS 12+)08:27 pmApple Music now available natively in all GM vehicles with standard streaming; Cadillac debuts studio-grade Spatial Audio in Dolby Atmos | Mac Daily NewsApple Music now available natively in all GM vehicles with standard streaming; Cadillac debuts studio-grade Spatial Audio in Dolby Atmos
Apple Music is coming natively to GM vehicles. Starting today, the app begins rolling out to select 2025 and newer Cadillac and Chevrolet… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:23 pmCarbon Copy Cloner 7.1.4
Maintenance update with improvements and bug fixes for the drive cloning and backup utility. ($49.99 new, free update, 27.8 MB, macOS 13+)08:23 pmCarbon Copy Cloner 7.1.4
Maintenance update with improvements and bug fixes for the drive cloning and backup utility. ($49.99 new, free update, 27.8 MB, macOS 13+)08:23 pmSMS Delivery Delays and Failures to Movistar Network in Chile via a subset of Long Codes
Dec 15, 12:23 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing . 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.08:17 pmBookends 15.2.3
Reference management tool adds Apple Intelligence capabilities to the PDF Autocomplete feature. ($74.99 new, free update, 125.9 MB, macOS 10.13+)08:15 pmAlfred 5.7.2
Overhauls the keyboard-driven launcher's File Search fallback ranking. (£34 new, free update, 5.7 MB, macOS 10.14+)08:10 pmAcorn 8.3.3
Brings enhancements and bug fixes to the image editor. ($29.99 new, free update, 87 MB, macOS 14+)08:06 pmiOS 26.3 Adds Notification Forwarding Option for Third-Party Wearables
iOS 26.3 adds a new "Notification Forwarding" setting that allows incoming notifications on an iPhone to be forwarded to a third-party device. The setting is located in the Notification section of the Settings app under a new "Notification Forwarding" option. Apple says that notifications can only be forwarded to a single device at a time, so if Notification Forwarding is enabled with a third-party wearable, the Apple Watch won't able to receive and display notifications. Users can choose to have a device receive notifications only from selected apps rather than all apps, and notifications will include the name of the app and all content contained in the notification. Apple is adding this feature to relieve worldwide regulatory pressure that it is facing. The Digital Markets Act in the European Union requires Apple to provide third-party smartwatches and other devices with access to notifications and features that are normally reserved for the Apple Watch. Apple's limited support of third-party devices has also been targeted by the U.S. Department of Justice in the antitrust case that Apple is fighting. The DoJ has accused Apple of preventing third-party smartwatches from offering Apple Watch-like functionality by restricting them from acting on incoming notifications. Apple has been working to address all of the accusations that the DoJ made in its lawsuit, and improving notifications on third-party wearables will give the DoJ less to point to in ongoing antitrust litigation.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:56 pmiOS 26.3 Makes It Easier to Switch From iPhone to Android
With iOS 26.3, Apple is making it simpler for iPhone users to transition to an Android smartphone, with new built-in tools for transferring data. The new transfer tool allows an iPhone user to place their device next to an Android device to initiate a transfer process. With the two smartphones connected, users can opt to move over photos, messages, notes, apps, passwords, phone number, and more. Data transfers occur with no need to download and use a separate app, making the process simpler. Health data, devices paired with Bluetooth, and protected items like locked notes are not transferred over to the new device. Transferring data from an iPhone to an Android device wirelessly requires both devices to have the latest software, and to be connected to Wi-Fi with Bluetooth enabled. There will be an option to display a QR code on the Android device that the iPhone can scan to initiate the process, or there is an option to use a session ID and pairing code instead. Google has also implemented a similar feature for transferring data from an Android to an iPhone, so it is a two-way process between the platforms. Last week, the European Commission said that Apple and Google designed and implemented the new transfer system to comply with the Digital Markets Act in the European Union, but it is not a Europe-only feature. The new setting is available worldwide in the iOS 26.3 beta, and it can be found under Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Transfer to Android.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:53 pmiPhone Fold Touch ID rumor appears again, suggesting Face ID too thick
A new report says Apple's iPhone Fold may skip Face ID in favor of a slimmer side-mounted Touch ID sensor, citing thinness as an issue.iPhone Fold renderApple's long-rumored foldable iPhone, often referred to as the iPhone Fold, is widely expected to debut in 2026 based on repeated analyst and supply chain reports. While Apple hasn't confirmed the device, rumors over several years have consistently pointed to a book-style foldable focused on thinness and durability.Details shared on December 15 by Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station describe a book-style foldable iPhone focused on thinness and durability. The report highlights a side-mounted Touch ID sensor instead of Face ID. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:46 pmiOS 26.3 beta arrives launch of new Siri nears
Macworld Following the release of iOS 16.2 on Friday, December 12, the first beta release of iOS 26.3 was made available to developers a few days later, on December 15. We expect a final release to the public sometime in late January or early February. This is reportedly the last minor refresh before iOS 26.4 brings the revamped Siri upgrade we’ve waited over a year to get. iOS 26.3 beta: What’s new We don’t yet know what new features and changes to expect in iOS 26.3. We’ll update this section as we learn more. Easier switching between Android and iPhone: We expect iOS 26.3 will ship with support for an easier iOS/Android switching system made in collaboration with Google, and at the behest of the European Union. You can about that here. iOS 26.3 beta: How to install the public beta If you want to test the iOS 26 beta releases but are not a registered developer, follow these steps: Click Sign Up on the Apple Beta page and register with your Apple ID. Log in to the Beta Software Program. Click Enroll your iOS device. Open the Settings app, tap General, then Software Update. In the Beta Updates section, select the iOS Public Beta. It may take a few moments after registering for the beta option to appear in Software Update. iOS 26.3 beta: How to install the developer beta You’ll need to be registered as an Apple developer, but a free developer account will do. You can get one via Xcode or the Apple Developer app in iOS. Here’s how to do it via the Apple Developer app: Download the Apple Developer App from the App Store. Open the app. Tap on Account. Sign in using your usual Apple ID. Find out everything you need to know about iOS 26 in our iOS 26 superguide.07:42 pmApple's 2026 executive shuffle is only the beginning as Cook nears retirement
Multiple retirements and a surprise departure has caused quite the change to Apple's leadership page. Here's how Apple's executive structure is expected to look in early 2026.CEO Tim Cook will see more changes to the Apple org chart than usual heading into 2026The body of people who run a company isn't static, as people join and leave organizations, and change their roles within them, all the time. With about 164,000 people in its ranks, Apple isn't immune to this phenomenon at all.That said, while most changes will be at low and mid-tier levels of the organizational chart, alterations at the top can have a big impact on everyone else below. Changes at a senior level are certainly impactful, C-level especially so. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:40 pmApple TV app update brings Google Cast support on Android
An update to the Apple TV app on Android phones and tablets today finally introduces Google Cast support, thus closing a big functionality gap since the launch earlier this year. more…07:39 pmToday in Apple history: AirPods Max supersize Apple’s audio magic
December 15, 2020, Apple released AirPods Max, its first over-ear headphones, touting the device's design and advanced computational audio. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)07:38 pmFirst developer betas of iOS 26.3, macOS Tahoe 26.3 now available
Apple has restarted the beta-testing process once again, with developer builds of iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, visionOS 26.3, and macOS Tahoe 26.3 now available.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleAfter the public release of the 26.2 generation, which includes iOS 26.2 and others with the same version number, Apple is now working on the next set of updates.iOS 26.3 beta 1 is build 23D5089e Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:38 pmUK to “encourage” Apple and Google to put nudity-blocking systems on phones
Government seeks "nudity-detection algorithms" in iOS and Android, report says.07:32 pmMagSafe Monday: ESR delivers near wired charging speeds with its new Qi 2.2 3-in-1 charging station | 9 to 5 MacMagSafe Monday: ESR delivers near wired charging speeds with its new Qi 2.2 3-in-1 charging station
For me, Qi 2.2 is quietly becoming one of the biggest upgrades to MagSafe we have seen since it launched with the iPhone 12. Faster charging speeds, better heat management, and stronger magnets make wireless charging feel a lot closer to a wired experience. ESR is already out front with hardware that takes full advantage of it, and their new 3-in-1 charging station is one of the best examples yet. more…07:20 pmBeta 1 for watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, and more available now
Apple has just kicked off a new software cycle, with beta 1 now available for watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, HomePod 26.3, and more. more…07:12 pmFirst macOS Tahoe 26.3 Beta Now Available for Developers
Apple today provided the first beta of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.3 update to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming three days after the launch of macOS Tahoe 26.2. Developers can download the macOS Tahoe 26.3 update by opening up the System Settings app, selecting the General category, and then choosing Software Update. Beta Updates will need to be enabled, and a free developer account is required. There's no word yet on what's included in macOS Tahoe 26.3, but we'll update this article if new Mac features are found. The beta is available to developers right now, but a public beta is expected later this week. We'll likely see Apple release macOS Tahoe 26.3 at the end of January given past launch timelines.Related Roundup: macOS Tahoe 26Related Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:12 pmApple releases macOS 26.3 beta 1, here’s what to expect
Just a few days after releasing macOS 26.2, Apple is now rolling out the first developer beta for macOS 26.3. Here’s what’s coming. more…07:09 pmApple Seeds First Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Developers
Apple today seeded the first betas of upcoming iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming just a few days after Apple released iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. We don't yet know what's included in the new beta software, but because that these updates will be tested over the holiday period, Apple may be planning to focus on bug fixes and performance improvements rather than adding major new features. When we learn what's new in the updates, we'll share details. iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 are limited to developers at the current time, but Apple will likely release a public beta in the next couple of days.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:09 pmApple releases first iOS 26.3 beta for iPhone
Apple has released the first iOS 26.3 developer beta for iPhone. more…07:08 pmiPadOS 26.3 beta 1 now available, here’s what to expect
iPadOS 26.2 launched last week, and now Apple has shipped the first iPadOS 26.3 beta to developers. Here’s what to expect. more…07:08 pmApple Releases First watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3 and visionOS 26.3 Betas
Apple today provided developers with the first betas of upcoming watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, and visionOS 26.3 betas for testing purposes. The software comes a few days after Apple launched the 26.2 versions of each platform. The software updates are available through the Settings app on each device, and because these are developer betas, a free developer account is required. We don't know what new features might be added in watchOS 26.3, visionOS 26.3, and tvOS 26.3. Apple doesn't typically provide release notes for betas, so we might not know what's new until the software updates see a public launch unless there are outward-facing changes. Apple will likely provide public beta testers with access to the tvOS 26.3 and watchOS 26.3 betas later this week, but visionOS 26.3 will remain limited to developers. The software updates will probably launch right around the end of January based on past release timelines. This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:05 pmHate iPhone’s new ‘slide to stop’ alarm? Get the old button back.
You don't have to use the iPhone's new slide to stop gesture for alarms. Here's how to quickly and easily deactivate it. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)07:01 pmHypertension notifications now available on Apple Watch in India
Apple Watch has introduced the groundbreaking hypertension notifications feature in India, which can alert users if signs of chronic high… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:46 pmBlast from the past! iWeb and Aperture live on (for now) on Apple.com
Macworld You know, there’s a saying that goes something like, “Once it’s posted on the internet, it lives forever.” Usually, that’s in reference to that cringy social media post you made after pounding several six-packs of White Claw with your buddies. But it also refers to discontinued Apple products that are mostly forgotten. Maxim Leyzerovich on X posted a link that he found on Apple’s website: https://www.apple.com/welcomescreen/ilife/iweb-3/, which is a page for iWeb ’09, one of Apple’s apps that was part of the discontinued iLife software suite. The link is legitimate–Apple still hosts this old product page on a server somewhere, but you can’t really do much on the page. The Click to Play button opens a window for QuickTime, which has a button that takes you to a QuickTime for Windows download page. The Video Tutorials link takes you to Apple’s Mac product site, and the Hands-on Help link takes you to the Apple Store location finder. But wait, there’s more! Kaylemate posted on X this link: https://www.apple.com/welcomescreen/aperture3/, which opens a website for Aperture 3. Like the iWeb ’09 website, the links on the Aperture 3 site don’t really work. Apple iWeb, iLife, and Aperture were discontinued long ago, but they’ve never really been forgotten by longtime Mac users–an Apple as well, it seems. But you can count on these website coming down sooner than later, especially now that we’re calling attention to them. Apple doesn’t like to dwell on the past. If you’re wondering how a gigantic corporation could let something like this happen, well, don’t be too surprised. As anyone who’s tried to build a website before will tell you, it’s easy to overlook a few files on your web host. Maybe a backup restoration was involved, and these old files were part of that. However it happened, it happened. Enjoy the nostalgia while it lasts.06:42 pmCarPlay in iOS 26.2 makes a key new feature even better (for some)
iOS 26.2 is officially here with exciting updates for Reminders, Apple Music, Podcasts, and more. There’s also a key enhancement for CarPlay widgets in iOS 26.2—but whether you benefit or not is entirely dependent on your vehicle. more…06:34 pmApple will supply senior managers to advise feds on new US Tech Force
In order to correct for the overambitious firings of so many federal technologists, the Trump administration has announced a new initiative called the "Tech Force," and is calling on Silicon Valley to staff it.An image shared by the US Tech Force website. Image source: Tech ForceThe United States government has gone through some tumultuous months after a new administration took over, created the Department of Government Efficiency, and promptly fired thousands of federal employees. The haste and seeming randomness of the dissolution of so many teams, programs, and initiatives left the United States floundering on the world stage as it attempts to compete.According to a report from Nextgov, big tech companies will play a role in helping the US government create the Tech Force. Donated senior managers from tech firms would work for the government and be given a leave of absence or sabbatical from their home companies for two years. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:27 pmGM Adds Apple Music App to Cadillac and Chevy Models Following CarPlay Phase-Out
GM is adding an Apple Music app to select 2025 and newer Cadillac and Chevrolet models, allowing Apple Music content to be accessed through the vehicle's infotainment system. The Apple Music app will have all of the Apple Music features users have come to expect, such as access to curated playlists, live global radio, personalized recommendations, hands-free control with a voice assistant, and exclusive content. In supported Cadillac vehicles, Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos is available. The native Apple Music app will integrate with the infotainment system, and GM says that Apple Music subscribers will be able to start streaming the moment they enter the car. Audio streaming is being provided as an OnStar Basics feature for all 2026 and newer vehicles sold in the U.S. and Canada. Vehicle owners will be able to access Apple Music and other apps with no connectivity cost for eight years, but after that eight-year period, there will be a fee. "We are bringing the Apple Music app to GM vehicles in a way that takes full advantage of our industry-leading audio capabilities," said Tim Twerdahl, GM's vice president of global product management. "It's the latest example of how we're expanding entertainment choices built directly into our vehicles." Specific Cadillac vehicles that can access the Apple Music app include the 2025 and 2026 CT5, the 2025 Escalade IQ, and the 2026 Vistiq. Chevy vehicles with Apple Music include the 2025 and 2026 Blazer EV, Equinox EV and Silverado EV, along with the 2026 Corvette, Suburban and Tahoe. GM says that the Apple Music app will be rolling out to additional GM vehicles and brands in the future. GM's Apple Music announcement comes after the company started phasing out support for CarPlay. 2024 and later electric vehicles from GM do not have CarPlay integration, with GM instead relying on its own infotainment system. In the future, GM plans to move all vehicles to its own platform.Tags: Apple Music, GMThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:21 pmHow to submit a subscription?
The subscription products (monthly, yearly) shows up in Sandbox testing but not after app is approved. Seems the STATUS for each product needs to be in "Ready to Submit" or "Approved" instead of "Missing MetaData". I fixed that so now the STATUS is "Ready to Submit". But I could not find a button to submit […]06:00 pmGM rolling out native Apple Music app with Spatial Audio support
We’re nearing three years since GM started its transition away from CarPlay. The company started by ditching CarPlay in its EVs, but recently confirmed that it will “gradually” abandon the platform on more cars in the future. Needless to say, this hasn’t gone over well with the general public. Now, GM has one bit of good news for its owners: a new Apple Music app rolling out for select Cadillac starting today. more…06:00 pmGM rolling out native Apple Music app with Spatial Audio support
We’re nearing three years since GM started its transition away from CarPlay. The company started by ditching CarPlay in its EVs, but recently confirmed that it will “gradually” abandon the platform on more cars in the future. Needless to say, this hasn’t gone over well with the general public. Now, GM has one bit of good news for its owners: a new Apple Music app rolling out for select Cadillac starting today. more…06:00 pmThreads expands its communities feature with badges, new interest topics, more
Last October, Threads rolled out over 100 communities, which built on the fact that users were referring to in-app groups as “Books Threads,” “NBA Threads,” and so on. Today, Meta is expanding the communities feature to more than 200 interests, and adding a couple of beta features. Here’s what’s new. more…05:53 pmBOM (Mumbai) on 2025-12-15
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This week on Cult of Mac's podcast: Rumors about Apple's "HomePad," a hybrid iPad/HomePod device, fuel talk of the future of home automation. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:48 pmFirst Time Publisher trying to interpret these numbers.
Hey folks , I recently published my first iOS app on December 8, and I’m still learning how to interpret App Store analytics. The screenshot below is from December 13 (about 5 days after launch). I haven’t done much marketing yet—mostly just a few posts and organic discovery. I’d love to hear from other indie […]05:44 pmApple Sports app to add PGA and LPGA golf
Apple is expanding its free Sports app with dedicated support for golf, bringing real-time leaderboards, shot-by-shot tracking, and detailed… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:17 pmiPhone 12 Users in Australia Should Update to iOS 26.2, Here's Why
In a support document published on Friday, Apple said that a "technical failure" in Australia prevented some older mobile phones from being able to make emergency calls by dialing 000, and it said there is a low chance that it could happen again. "In the rare event that these exceptional circumstances affecting mobile operators' networks were to happen again, some older mobile phones may still encounter the same issue reaching emergency services through an alternate available network," said Apple. The document does not provide many specific details, but there are some recent news reports about what sounds like a related issue affecting Samsung phones. Apple said the issue "impacted some Australians in regional areas who attempted to make an emergency call when their primary mobile network was unavailable, even though an alternate network was available and should have connected the call." Apple said "mobile operators are taking steps to mitigate future issues." For iPhone 12 users specifically, Apple vaguely stated that the iOS 26.2 update released last week "provides support for this scenario." "iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, and all iPhone models from iPhone 13 and newer are not affected," said Apple. "For iPhone 12 users, iOS 26.2 provides support for this scenario. If it is determined that any earlier iPhone models are impacted, customers will receive additional information and guidance directly from their mobile operator." To update your iPhone, open the Settings app on the device and tap General → Software Update.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:11 pmAnything I can do about retaliation 1-star reviews from another competitor app? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingAnything I can do about retaliation 1-star reviews from another competitor app?
I’ve only been getting 5-star reviews and 0 app crashes + a lot of positive feed back on my app from TikTok. But I just looked at got 2 1-star reviews overnight after I saw a competitor app marketing profiles view my TikTok page. I posted a video recently that did not call them out […]05:10 pmiOS 26.2 expands Liquid Glass in three ways, here’s what’s new
iOS 26.2 is here, packing a ton of new features for iPhone users, and also introducing several expansions of Liquid Glass. Here’s what’s new. more…05:09 pmLeak Reveals Foldable iPhone Details
The first foldable iPhone will feature a series of design and hardware firsts for Apple, according to details shared by the Weibo leaker known as Digital Chat Station. According to a new post, via machine translation, Apple is developing what the leaker describes as a "wide foldable" device, a term used to refer to a horizontally oriented, book-style foldable with a large internal display. The device is said to prioritize thinness, with several major design decisions reportedly made to reduce the overall thickness of the chassis. Chief among these is the use of a side-mounted Touch ID fingerprint sensor. The leaker claims Apple has chosen not to include 3D Face ID hardware or a 3D ultrasonic under-display fingerprint sensor, as both systems would add internal volume and complicate efforts to slim down the device. The post further claims that the foldable's hinge has been engineered to a particularly high standard, describing the hinge design as "very strong." While no deeper technical details are provided, this aligns with long-standing industry expectations that Apple is placing heavy emphasis on hinge durability and crease reduction, areas where foldable devices have historically faced criticism. The leaker states that the current engineering prototype features a 7.58-inch internal display equipped with an under-panel front-facing camera, often abbreviated as UPC. Under-panel camera technology allows the camera to sit beneath the display layer, eliminating visible cutouts when the camera is not in use. For the external display, the leaker claims Apple is using a 5.25-inch panel with a punch-hole camera implemented via a HIAA (Hole-In-Active-Area) design, a technique that minimizes inactive screen space around the cutout. It is unclear what will happen to the Dynamic Island in both instances. The post also claims the device will feature a dual 48-megapixel rear camera system described as having a "large base," which suggests a physically larger sensor size than pixel count alone indicates. Digital Chat Station adds that the foldable smartphone segment will be "reinvigorated" next year, implying that there will be renewed momentum after a period of slower growth and incremental updates. The leaker reiterated an earlier claim that Samsung is also evaluating a new wide-format foldable device. Digital Chat Station has a relatively good track record for Apple rumors. They accurately revealed the overall design of the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro, the triple 48-megapixel rear camera system of the iPhone 17 Pro, the iPhone 17's slimmer bezels and a larger display with ProMotion, iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus's slightly smaller 48-megapixel sensor, and display panel design of the iPhone 12.Tags: Digital Chat Station, Foldable iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:52 pmDUR (Durban) on 2025-12-17
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Apple Fitness+ today expanded to 28 new markets in the service's largest international rollout since launch, accompanied by new language dubbing and a K-Pop music genre. The service today became available in Norway, Poland, the Philippines, Sweden, Vietnam, Chile, Hong Kong, India, the Netherlands, Singapore, Taiwan, and additional regions, with Japan scheduled to follow early next year. The expansion increases total availability to 49 countries, with a full list available at the bottom of Apple's press release. Hundreds of sessions are initially available with digitally generated voice dubbing in Spanish and German, with Japanese set to be added when the service launches in Japan. New dubbed episodes will be released weekly across all supported regions. The new dubbing system uses a generated voice modeled on each of the 28 Fitness+ trainers' real voices. Users will be able to switch audio tracks after starting a session or set a preferred language in the Fitness app, which will automatically default to the dubbed version when available. Apple has not previously offered dubbed workout content on Fitness+, instead relying on subtitles for non-English markets since the service launched in 2020. Apple is also adding a new K-Pop music genre to the service, which will be available across workout types. The new category joins existing genres such as Upbeat Anthems, Latest Hits, Hip-Hop/R&B, and Latin Grooves. Prior to today, Fitness+ was already available in Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, France, Germany, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Portugal, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Switzerland, the UAE, the UK, and the U.S.Tag: Apple Fitness PlusThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:45 pmDeals: Black Apple Watch Ultra 2 $250 off, iPhone 16 Pro Max $600+ off, Mac mini, AirPods, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: Black Apple Watch Ultra 2 $250 off, iPhone 16 Pro Max $600+ off, Mac mini, AirPods, more
It is starting to come down to the wire for holiday shipping and pricing on Apple gear, so today’s 9to5Toys Lunch is bringing some of the best offers still live to the forefront. Firstly, you can still land Apple Watch Series 11 at $100 off with Christmas delivery joined by just about every Apple Watch Ultra 2 at $250 off as part of Best Buy’s 24-hour Tech the Halls sale. Those offers join the ongoing Black Friday pricing on M4 Mac mini from $479 as well as iPhone 16 Pro Max models at over $600 off the original list prices and what might be your last chance at holiday AirPods offers (Apple EarPods are $10 right now if there’s anybody out there that still wants those). Check it all out below. more…04:31 pmPrice drop: With this Mac app, PDFs will never flummox you again
An all-in-one PDF editor like PDF Converter Pro doesn't need to cost a fortune. Get a lifetime license for the Mac app on sale for $24. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:26 pmApple Sports App to Support Golf, Including PGA Tour
The free Apple Sports app shows scores, stats, standings, and more for a variety of sports and leagues, and it should eventually gain support for one more. The latest version of the Apple Sports app includes images for the men's PGA Tour and the women's LPGA hidden within the app's code, according to MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. While users cannot yet follow the PGA Tour or LPGA in the app, the addition of the images suggests that support is coming soon. The app already supports the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, NASCAR, F1, Premier League, and more, and golf will further expand the selection. Launched in 2024, the Apple Sports app is available on the iPhone only in the U.S., the U.K., Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Spain, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, and select other European countries.Tag: Apple SportsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:24 pmThe black Apple Watch Ultra 2 drops to $549 today only
Macworld Your last-minute holiday shopping is officially wrapped up thanks to this incredible Apple Watch deal: Best Buy is selling the black titanium Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $549 today only, a massive $250 off the original MSRP and the best price we’ve ever seen—even lower than Black Friday. Amazon has the same price for the natural titanium model, but also notes that it’s a limited-time deal. With built-in GPS and cellular connectivity, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 will keep you connected even without your phone nearby, making it ideal for hiking, swimming, and all sorts of sports. And of course, it’s an absolutely excellent device for tracking your health and workouts, providing detailed heart rate monitoring, sleep patterns, and even body temperature readings. You’ll even get hypertension alerts and a detailed Sleep Score as well as 36 hours of battery life on a single charge. We love the large screen and rugged design, but our favorite part? This deal is for the black titanium model, which is our favorite color of any Apple Watch. It looks incredible with the accents of the bright orange Action button and Digital Crown ring, and pairs well with any band. The main differences between this model and the Ultra 3 are LTE vs 5G, satellite connectivity, and slightly better battery life. Those are nice upgrades, but we don’t think they’re worth $250. So hurry up and grab the Watch Ultra 2 for $549 at Best Buy or Amazon! Buy now at Best Buy Buy now at Amazon04:23 pmAccSec SNA API Failure for Indonesia Smartfren
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Apple will launch a lot of new products next year, including updated iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more. But there are two brand new 2026 products coming that have the chance to prove Apple’s “not first, but best” mantra once again. more…04:12 pmAdding Year In Review screen to my app
I wanted to add a year in review screen to my app that shows the users stats for the year, like Spotify and others are doing. What's the best and and easiest way to do this? How are most of them doing the animations? Given I have little time left in the year, I need […]04:04 pmIDC: Worldwide foldable smartphone market to grow 30% YoY in 2026, boosted by Apple’s foldable iPhone | Mac Daily NewsIDC: Worldwide foldable smartphone market to grow 30% YoY in 2026, boosted by Apple’s foldable iPhone
Worldwide foldable smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 10% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 to 20.6 million units, according to IDC… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:00 pmAll The Best Apple Deals You Can Still Get Delivered for Christmas
Christmas is just over a week away, and it's getting more and more difficult to guarantee delivery for the holiday with each passing day. In order to aid in any last minute holiday shopping, we've put together a list of the best Apple and Apple accessory discounts you can still get with delivery in time for December 25th, available from retailers including Amazon and Best Buy. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. AirPods There aren't many AirPods deals left with guaranteed holiday delivery at this point, but Best Buy does have some options for the AirPods 4 and AirPods Max. Starting with the AirPods 4, Best Buy has the base model without ANC for $84.99, down from $129.99, which is about $15 higher compared to the record low price, but still a solid last-minute deal. You can get the USB-C AirPods Max for $449.99 this week on Best Buy, down from $549.99, with next-day delivery or same-day pickup. This isn't an all-time low price, but if you need it for Christmas it'll be your best option. $45 OFFAirPods 4 for $84.99 $100 OFFAirPods Max for $449.99Anker Anker has quite a few accessories on sale with guaranteed holiday delivery, ranging from USB-C wall chargers to MagSafe compatible portable batteries and much more. A highlight of the new sale is the 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock for $339.99, down from $399.99. $60 OFFAnker 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock for $339.99 Wall Chargers Nano USB-C 30W Foldable Charger - $12.19, down from $19.99 70W 3-Port USB-C Charger Block - $34.49, down from $49.99 160W 3-Port GaN Charger Block - $107.49, down from $149.99 Wireless Chargers 10,000 mAh Magnetic Power Bank - $39.99, down from $49.99 MagGo UFO 3-in-1 Charger - $61.99, down from $89.99 3-in-1 Prime Qi2 Charging Station - $160.99, down from $229.99 Portable Chargers 5,000 mAh Ultra Slim Magnetic Power Bank - $41.24, down from $54.99 10,000 mAh MagGo Qi2 Power Bank - $59.49, down from $89.99 20,000 mAh 3-Port Power Bank - $128.99, down from $179.99 Docks 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock - $339.99, down from $399.99Apple Watch Series 11 Amazon and Best Buy this week have all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. These discounts beat the Black Friday prices we saw last month by about $30, and both retailers have delivery options that provide guaranteed arrival dates before Christmas. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm Cell) for $399.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm Cell) for $429.00SE 3 For the Apple Watch SE 3, you'll find $50 discounts on a few models on Amazon, with prices starting at $199.00 for the 40mm GPS model. Both sizes of the GPS model have guaranteed delivery dates before Christmas as of writing, with some same-day delivery in select locations as well. $50 OFFApple Watch SE 3 (40mm GPS) for $199.00 $50 OFFApple Watch SE 3 (44mm GPS) for $229.00HomePod Last month, Best Buy introduced one of the first discounts on the HomePod that we've seen in years, and the retailer has brought back this sale in time for Christmas. You can get the 2nd Gen HomePod for $269.99, down from $299.99, in both Midnight and White color options. $30 OFFHomePod for $269.99Apple Pencil Pro Amazon has the Apple Pencil Pro available for $94.99, down from $129.00, which is a match for the all-time low price. $34 OFFApple Pencil Pro for $94.99iPhone 17 Cases Amazon this week brought back big discounts across Apple's Clear, Silicone, and TechWoven Cases for the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air lineup. Items on sale include Clear, Silicone, and TechWoven Cases for the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. UP TO 50% OFFiPhone 17 Cases at Amazon iPhone Air Clear Case - $37.99, down from $49.00 iPhone 17 Clear Case - $22.09 with on-page coupon, down from $49.00 Silicone Case - $37.99, down from $49.00 iPhone 17 Pro Clear Case - $37.99, down from $49.00 Silicone Case - $37.99, down from $49.00 TechWoven Case - $44.00, down from $59.00 iPhone 17 Pro Max Clear Case - $37.99, down from $49.00 Silicone Case - $37.99, down from $49.00 TechWoven Case - $44.00, down from $59.00 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 forums03:53 pmBest iPhone Deals: Find the new iPhone you want for less
Macworld Best iPhone deals available now In the U.K., Apple-certified resellers discount unlocked iPhones frequently, here are the best price-cuts we’ve seen this week. Unfortunately in the U.S. the only way to buy an iPhone is on a contract so the deals are specific to the carriers. Today’s best iPhone deals Amazon, iPhone 17 Pro 256GB: £1,049 (£50 off, RRP £1,099) Amazon, iPhone 16e (128GB): £549 (£50 off, RRP £599) Amazon, iPhone 16e (256GB): £649 (£50 off, RRP £699) Amazon, iPhone 16e (512GB): £849 (£50 off, RRP £899) AO, iPhone 16 (128GB): £669 (£30 off, RRP now £699) AO, iPhone 16 Pro (128GB): £899 (£100 off, RRP was £999) Last updated December 15, 2025 You don’t have to pay spend loads to own an iPhone. If you shop around you can find a bargain. Every month the Macworld team hunts down the best prices on iPhones at all major retailers and cellphone operators, saving you the hassle of finding the best iPhone deals. In this article, we reveal the best iPhone deals, contracts, and bundles available right now. We’ll help you find a discounted iPhone suitable for any budget, and cover all the currently available models, now including the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max and iPhone Air. You’ll also see deals on the iPhone 16, iPhone 16e and 16 Plus. We will continue to keep track of deals on the 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max, despite the fact that Apple no longer sells these handsets, because you can still buy them elsewhere. Also see our dedicated round-ups of the best iPhone deals: Where to get the best iPhone 17 deals iPhone 16e, 16 & iPhone 16 Pro deals (US) iPhone 16e, 16 & iPhone 16 Pro deals (UK) How we choose these iPhone deals To select the best iPhone deals, we combine years experience reviewing and using Apple iPhones with a rigorous process of tracking prices and identifying true value for our readers. This hands-on knowledge allows us to recognize a genuinely good deal versus a mediocre one. We track prices at major U.S. and U.K. retailers and carriers and our goal is to help you find a discounted iPhone for any budget. We track deals for the newest releases like the iPhone 17 and 17 Pro, as well as still-popular previous generations like the iPhone 16 and 15 series, ensuring a wide range of options. We only feature deals from trusted retailers and carriers, and ensure we read the fine print so there aren’t any tricks. iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro: Are there deals? iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro.Eugen Wegmann In the U.S. the networks will offer you various incentives to sign up for an iPhone 17 or 17 Pro/Pro Max, you can find these below. In the U.K. you can get £50 off the price of the iPhone 17 Pro at Amazon. Over Black Friday you could save £100 on the price of the iPhone Air. Amazon, iPhone 17 Pro 256GB: £1,049 (£50 off, RRP £1,099) You can also save on the iPhone 16e at Amazon. As long as you don’t mind the fact that this iPhone only has one rear camera, we recommend that deal, but do bear in mind that Apple is thought to be planning the launch of the 17e for spring 2026. Best value iPhone carrier deals right now In the U.S., the only iPhone deals you can find come from carriers, and have a lot of strings attached. Typically, you have to buy a phone on a multi-year instalment plan and get your discount in the form of monthly bill credits. In the U.S.: AT&T: You can get up to $830 off the iPhone 17 when you trade in an eligible iPhone. The savings transform into monthly credits on your bill for the next 36 months. T-Mobile: The carrier offers the iPhone 17 for free when you switch to T-Mobile and add a line on the Experience plans. The money transforms into bill credits spread over the next 24 months. T-Mobile is offering $1,000 off an iPhone Air. Verizon: Save up to $830 with a trade-in and a new line. This offer is only available online. U.S. Cellular: You can get $999 off an iPhone Air at U.S. Cellular. Xfinity Mobile: If you trade in a qualifying phone you can get up to $830 off a new iPhone 17 series model. Boost Mobile: You can get $850 off the price of the iPhone 17 with Boost’s $65 per month plan. Other carriers to consider: Mint Mobile Optimum Mobile Best Buy (Best Buy will sell you an iPhone with AT&T or Verizon). Is now a good time to buy a new iPhone? Foundry The iPhone 17 series, including the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro, launched in September 2025, so the current models are still very new and now is a good time to buy one. Generally the worse time to buy an iPhone is in the months before the new models arrive, which is why we suggest exercising some caution if it’s the iPhone 16e you are considering. The iPhone 16e is Apple’s cheapest iPhone, so it may well appear, but that model is expected to be replaced with the iPhone 17e in the spring of 2026. If you don’t mind that a new model is coming there are some deals on the older handset right now. An even better time to buy a new iPhone is during sales events, such as Amazon Prime Day in July and October, or in the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale in November and early December. During that event Amazon was offering £100 off the new iPhone Air and the iPhone 16e, while in the U.S., carriers were providing significant promotions tied to trade-ins and new plans. Which iPhone should you buy? The best model for you will depend on your budget and what features you prioritize. iPhone 17: For most people, the iPhone 17 is considered the best all-around choice this year. It offers significant upgrades over the iPhone 16, including double the base storage (256GB) for the same starting price of $799/£799, a larger 6.3-inch ProMotion display, and improved cameras. This is a great choice for the majority of people. iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max: These are the top-tier models with the best cameras, performance, and battery life. The iPhone 17 Pro Max boasts the longest battery life ever in an iPhone, with up to 37 hours of video playback. However, they come at a premium price, starting at $1,099/£1,099 and $1,199/£1,199 respectively. If you are an avid photographer, or like gaming on your iPhone, this is the one to choose. The Max option is the one for you if you value a really big screen. iPhone Air: This is a new, remarkably thin and light model for those who prioritize cutting-edge design. It’s impressively durable for its slim profile but makes compromises, such as having only a single rear camera and reduced battery life compared to other models. If you like to be the first to try new things and to show off the fact that you have something not many people have, and you love the sim design of the iPhone Air, this is the one for you. Anyron Copeman / Foundry iPhone 16 series: You can save money by opting for an older model like the iPhone 16e, which is a good budget option. However, the standard iPhone 16 is now considered less of a good deal compared to the iPhone 17, which offers twice the storage for only $100 more. Deals on discontinued models like the iPhone 16 Pro can be a great value if you find one. On a budget, the iPhone 16e is probably the best choice, want two cameras on the rear, the iPhone 16 is your best bet. iPhone 15 series: All of Apple’s currently sold iPhones support Apple Intelligence, the new suite of AI features. However, older discontinued models like the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus do not. While not having these features isn’t a major drawback right now, it may become more of a hindrance in the future. We would avoid the iPhone 15 for this reason. But if you find an iPhone 15 Pro for sale then at least it supports Apple Intelligence. For help deciding which iPhone to buy might like to read our detailed iPhone buying guide, and our comparison of every iPhone. Where to buy an iPhone on contract Most of the major networks will offer the iPhone at a discount if you meet certain conditions (usually opening new lines, or buying on multi-year instalment plans). Here are links to browse the latest deals: Optimum Mobile Verizon AT&T T-Mobile Boost Mobile U.K. shoppers should try the following U.K. providers: O2 Vodafone Three Virgin Mobile EE Sky Mobile Carphone Warehouse (use the comparison tool by clicking View Deals, and remember to tick the box labeled “Show total cost of ownership”) Best iPhone deals right now iPhone 17: From $799/£799 for 256GB; $999/£999 for 512GB Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone Air: From $999/£999 for 256GB; $1,199/£1,199 for 512GB; $1,399/£1,399 for 1TB Retailer Price $999 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 17 Pro: From $1,099/£1,099 for 256GB; $1,299/£1,299 for 512GB; $1,499/£1,499 for 1TB Retailer Price $1099 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 17 Pro Max: From $1,199/£1,199 for 256GB; $1,399/£1,399 for 512GB; $1,599/£1,599 for 1TB; $1,999/£1,999 for 2TB Retailer Price $1199 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 16e: From $599/£599 Retailer Price $599 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 16: Was $799/£799 for 128GB, Now $699/£699 New Refurbished Retailer Price $729.99 View Deal $829 View Deal $829.99 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 16 128GB – Teal – Unlocked $702 View Deal iPhone 16 128GB – Ultramarine – Unlocked $702 View Deal iPhone 16 128GB – Pink – Unlocked $702 View Deal iPhone 16 128GB – Black – Unlocked $719.99 View Deal iPhone 16 128GB – White – Unlocked $724 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket View more prices iPhone 16 Plus: Was $899/£899, now $799/£799 New Refurbished Retailer Price $819.97 View Deal $929 View Deal $929.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 16 Plus 128GB – Black – Unlocked $721 View Deal iPhone 16 Plus 128GB – Pink – Unlocked $740 View Deal iPhone 16 Plus 128GB – Ultramarine – Unlocked $745.87 View Deal iPhone 16 Plus 128GB – Teal – Unlocked $749 View Deal iPhone 16 Plus 128GB – White – Unlocked $777 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket View more prices iPhone 16 Pro: Was $999/£999 (discontinued) New Refurbished Retailer Price $899.99 View Deal $999 View Deal Apple $999 View Deal $999.99 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 16 Pro 128GB – Black Titanium – Unlocked $819.99 View Deal iPhone 16 Pro 128GB – Natural Titanium – Unlocked $853 View Deal iPhone 16 Pro 128GB – Desert Titanium – Unlocked $853 View Deal iPhone 16 Pro 128GB – White Titanium – Unlocked $864.99 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 16 Pro Max: From $1,199/£1,199 (discontinued) New Refurbished Retailer Price $1099.99 View Deal $1199 View Deal $1199.99 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB – White Titanium – Unlocked $985 View Deal iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB – Natural Titanium – Unlocked $1091 View Deal iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB – Desert Titanium – Unlocked $1091 View Deal iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB – Black Titanium – Unlocked $1091.99 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket Where to buy an iPhone Apple is the obvious place to look for a new iPhone. You can purchase directly from Apple’s online store (there’s a separate U.K. store), which won’t give you savings, but does at least allow you to take advantage of trading in your old iPhone (see: How to sell or trade-in your old iPhone). We also have a complete guide to every iPhone Apple sells. In the U.K. Amazon U.K. regularly discounts iPhone models, so it’s well worth keeping an eye out there. If you think you’ll be doing lots of Amazon shopping, we’d recommend signing up to the 30-day free trial of Amazon Prime for free next-day delivery and access to deals 30 minutes early. You can sign up here. Amazon U.S. doesn’t always sell iPhones, and when it does it is usually in conjunction with one of the carriers. Some times we see Amazon savings on SIM-free iPhones. Amazon tends to sell refurbished iPhones in the U.S. It’s worth checking the price of the iPhones in the following U.S. stores, which occasionally provide solid savings: Amazon Walmart Best Buy And U.K. readers should try these shops: Amazon U.K. Argos AO Currys John Lewis Carphone Warehouse KRCS In addition, we recommend you check out our automatically updated price tables, embedded below, which gather the best prices from a wide range of retailers in your region. How to get a trade-in discount Don’t forget you can save when you trade in your old qualifying phone with Apple or other retailers participating in a trade-in program. Apple offers up to hundreds of dollars off your new iPhone when you trade in your old iPhone (but if your phone is older, you’ll likely get much less). You’ll have to select the trade-in option during purchase and answer a few questions about your existing phone model, storage capacity and condition. You’ll need to provide your IMEI number as well. Read about Apple’s Trade In scheme in the U.S. and U.K. In the U.K. you could get even more money off if you trade-in via Currys PC World. Head to Currys to see how much your device is worth. Amazon also offers some good trade-in values, so you should see if you can get more there. Check out Amazon’s Trade In program in the U.S. U.K. readers can see how Amazon trade-in process works here. Apple reseller KRCS also offers a trade-in scheme. Note that you can save money if you’ve got another iPhone to trade in, see: How to sell or trade in your old iPhone. How to get a good iPhone Refurbished deal If you want to save even more money you may want to consider buying a refurbished iPhone. Refurbished devices are thoroughly tested and repaired to work and look just like new. In the case of official Apple refurbished iPhones, you get a brand-new body and screen, box, accessories, battery, and warranty. It’s almost indistinguishable from buying a new iPhone. See our full guide to buying refurbished or second-hand iPhones for more. The first place to shop for a refurbished iPhone is at the Apple Refurbished Store. Now the iPhone 17 has launched, it is likely that Apple will soon offer refurbished iPhone 16 models for sale—they usually start showing up when the next model is released. Rest assured, the Apple Refurbished Store is where you can get the highest quality of refurbished iPhones. Good refurbished deals we are seeing on the Apple Refurbished store include: U.S.: 128GB iPhone 15 Pro (unlocked) for $679. U.K.: 256GB iPhone 15 Pro (unlocked) for £759. Apple’s not the only reseller to sell refurbished iPhones. You could also check the following stockists. Refurbished iPhone sellers in the U.S. Back Market: 30 days to change your mind plus a 12-month+ warranty. The iOutlet on eBay: Competitive pricing on refurbished devices. Also accepts iPads, Apple Watches, etc. Amazon Renewed Store: Purchases are backed by Amazon’s standard returns policy. “Renewed Guarantee” lets you get a refund or replacement within 1 year. Best Buy: You can return within 14 days if the item is “unopened or defective in any way.” Walmart: Refurbs are sourced from other sellers. Return policies vary but minimum requirements apply universally. Refurbished iPhone sellers in the U.K. Back Market: 30 days to change your mind and a 12-month+ warranty. Music Magpie: Offers refurbished iPhones, sometimes has sales that reduce prices further. Hoxton Macs: Hoxton Macs also sells refurbished iPhones. Reboxed: Come with a 12-month no quibble warranty. Use code MACWORLD10 and get £10 off on orders over £350 The iOutlet or The iOutlet on eBay: Competitive pricing. Accepts other gadgets such as iPads, Apple Watches, etc. Amazon Renewed Store: Amazon Renewed purchases are backed by Amazon’s standard returns policy and its “Renewed Guarantee” lets you get a refund or replacement within 1 year of receiving your product. Envirofone: Allows you to trade in your old phone for credit towards purchasing a refurbished phone. 4Gadgets: 12-month warranty for all online orders. Smartfone Store: Additional 10 percent discount for students and young people. Refurb-Phone: 12-month warranty. Allows returns within 14 days if you change your mind. The Big Phone Store: Says refurb phones “are thoroughly tested, repaired, and cleaned before being sent out.” Backed with a 12-month warranty. Laptops Direct: 12-month warranty on parts and labor.03:51 pmTracking renamed files in Git
Git famously doesn’t track file renames. That is, Git doesn’t store the information “file A has been renamed to B in commit X”. Instead, Git stores snapshots of the repository at each commit. It then uses a (customizable) heuristic during diffing to guess at likely renames: “File B in commit X is new, and file A has been deleted. B is 90 % identical to A’s previous contents, so A was probably renamed to B.” This behavior is very much by design: Git FAQ: Why does Git not “track” renames? Linus Torvald’s explanation why Git doesn’t track renames (2005-04-15) (archived copy) Linus Torvald’s email is worth reading. It’s well-reasoned and I agree with his arguments: Tracking renames is a superficial solution that fixes only part of the actual problem: how do you track the history of a particular piece of information, which may be much smaller (a single line) or larger (the design of an entire subsystem) than a file, depending on context. Shifting the task of history tracking from commit time to search time allows the search algorithm to do a much better job, because it can be tweaked to the structure of the underlying data. And yet, I still miss the ability to explicitly register a rename operation with Git. Maybe this is because the history tracking tools we have are not as good as what Linus Torvalds envisioned in 2005. Or because sometimes the file is a good enough unit of granularity for history tracking, even if imperfect. Use a separate commit for the rename Git’s heuristics work great if renaming a file is all you do in a commit. Tracking only becomes a problem if the renaming coincides with substantial changes to the file’s contents in the same commit. Unfortunately, this happens very frequently in my experience: more often than not, my reason for renaming a file is that I made substantial edits and now the filename no longer represents the file’s contents. The golden rule: To track a file’s identity across renames, perform the rename in a standalone commit, separate from any edits to the file. git mv stages the rename but not the edits Git has the promisingly named git mv command, but since Git doesn’t track renames, git mv is mostly no different than doing the renaming in some other way and then staging the change (the deleted and newly created file). The FAQ answer I linked to above even says so: Git has a rename command git mv, but that is just for convenience. The effect is indistinguishable from removing the file and adding another with different name and the same content. But there is an important difference: git mv will stage the rename, but crucially it keeps any edits in the renamed file unstaged. This is exactly what I want since it allows me to commit the rename and the edits separately. Example: Let’s create a fresh repository with a single file and then make some edits to the file: mkdir testrepo cd testrepo git init # Create a file echo "Hello" > A.txt # Commit the file git add . git commit -m "Create A" # Make edits to the file echo "World" > A.txt If we now rename A.txt to B.txt and stage the changes, Git won’t track this as a rename: # Variant 1 (bad): # Rename A to B mv A.txt B.txt # Stage changes git add . git status Changes to be committed: deleted: A.txt new file: B.txt But, if we instead use git mv to rename the edited file, Git will stage the rename and keep the edits unstaged: # Variant 2 (good): # Use git mv for renaming git mv A.txt B.txt git status Changes to be committed: renamed: A.txt - > B.txt Changes not staged for commit: modified: B.txt Now we can commit the rename, and then stage and commit the edits: git commit -m "Rename A to B" git add . git commit -m "Edit B" Great! If you can’t use git mv I’m often in situations where I can’t use git mv to rename a file because it’s important to perform the rename in some other tool. For example, I write my notes (tracked in Git) in Obsidian. Obsidian can automatically update links to a note when you rename it, but only if you do the renaming in Obsidian. The workaround I came up with in this case: Rename the renamed file back to its original name. I do this in Terminal using the normal mv command. Redo the intended renaming, but this time with git mv. This puts the repository into the desired state where I can commit the rename operation separately from edits to the file’s contents. I wrote myself a shell script to perform these steps: #!/bin/bash # git-fix-rename if [ "$#" -ne 2 ]; then echo "Allow git to track a rename even when the renamed file has been edited." echo "Usage: $0 " exit 1 fi old="$2" new="$1" # Situation: we renamed $old to $new. But Git can’t track the rename # because we made changes to $new at the same time. `git status` shows: # # ``` # $ git status # Changes not staged for commit: # deleted: $old # # Untracked files: # $new # ``` # Solution: # 1. Undo the rename temporarily: if [ -e "$old" ]; then echo "Error: Destination file '$old' already exists. Aborting." exit 1 fi mv "$new" "$old" # 2. Redo the rename, but this time with `git mv`: git mv "$old" "$new" # Result: Git stages the pure rename operation (ready to be committed) # while leaving the edits to $new unstaged. You can now commit the # the rename and edit steps separately, allowing Git to track the rename. # # ``` # $ git status # Changes to be committed: # renamed: $old - > $new # # Changes not staged for commit: # modified: $new # ``` If you name the script e.g. git-fix-rename (no file extension) and make it executable, you can even call it like any built-in Git command: # We have renamed A.txt to B.txt and made edits to B.txt. # Now we want to record the rename in Git. git fix-rename B.txt A.txt So far, this has worked well for me. But beware: I wrote the script for myself and it doesn’t have robust edge case handling. It might mess up your uncommitted files/edits.03:46 pmX App for iOS Now Includes Widgets for Lock Screen and Home Screen
X (Twitter) has rolled out a set of widgets for its iOS app, enabling users to add feeds to their Home screen as well as a real-time notification count to their Lock Screen. The Home screen widget offers only one kind, called "X News Highlights," which displays headlines of what's trending on the social media platform. The widget is available in three sizes. There's more to be said for the Lock Screen widgets, which all come in larger and smaller kinds. "X Notifications" shows the user's notification count, while "X Messages" displays the number of unread messages in X Chat (encrypted DMs). There are also two Grok AI widgets, one for jumping straight into chat and one for voice conversations. Apple actually teased Twitter Home screen widgets at WWDC 2020 during its iOS 14 preview, but they never came to anything, until now. X/Twitter used to be the go-to place for breaking news and real-time information, but changes to the platform brought about by owner Elon Musk have been criticised for causing feeds to be increasingly awash with fake accounts, AI slop, and misinformation. Tag: TwitterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:41 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…Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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