WhatsApp tests long-awaited Apple Watch app
A dedicated WhatsApp app for Apple Watch is finally in testing that will make chatting from your wrist easier than ever. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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I’m so annoyed by these 10 things in Apple Mail
Macworld Apple Mail is a decent alternative to Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, Spark, and all the other email clients available for the Mac. But even though Apple has been delivering its in-house mail client for years and regularly updates it, it doesn’t come without criticisms–it could be a much better email client if it weren’t for these annoyances. Half-hearted AI implementation Since macOS 15.4 and iOS 18.4, Apple Intelligence has been an integral part of the operating system and also of Apple Mail, but Apple Intelligence can still only “tinker” with email texts–summaries, smart replies, writing tools, and a bit more. There is enormous potential for AI features, especially in email management and spam detection. Instead of relying on real artificial intelligence, Apple Mail continues to rely on so-called “intelligent” folders for organization and spam detection. That is not enough. Catastrophic spam detection Because Apple does not currently rely on AI for this and has apparently not made any improvements to the algorithms for “intelligent” spam detection for years, Apple Mail’s filter function is disastrous. It practically doesn’t work at all on the iPhone and iPad, and on the Mac, the results are hit and miss. Long-time Apple Mail users know the problem: the same annoying spam messages that have been moved to the spam folder countless times end up in the inbox again and again. At the same time, important emails disappear into the spam folder for completely obscure reasons. This is particularly annoying when it comes to really important messages, like bills that are due. Smart mailboxes are not smart Anyone using Apple Mail with intelligent mailboxes for email management quickly realizes that the “intelligence” is based on mere filters. Users have to manually list criteria such as “sender – contains – @nerviger-newsletter.de” in order to sort emails specifically. This was a great innovation in 2005 when Apple Mail 2.0 came out and introduced this feature. 20 years later and in light of the AI revolution, it looks old: Even in OS 26, the “intelligence” is limited to creating long if-then lists in the Apple Mail interface. If you like long, confusing lists, you can use the Smart Mailbox function in Apple Mail. Foundry An increasingly confusing app Apple Mail originally goes back to Nextmail, the mail client of Steve Jobs’ NextStep operating system, which formed the basis for today’s Apple operating systems. Unfortunately, Apple hasn’t dared to undertake a fundamental redesign of the UI since then but it continues to tack on new functions. The result: Apple Mail is extremely confusing, particularly on the Mac, especially when multiple mail accounts and smart and local folders come into play. To improve the overview, Apple has gradually introduced features such as mail flags, the VIP folder, and the conversation view. The latest “masterpiece” was the addition of mail categories, which makes things even more complicated for many users. Fortunately, many of these functions can be deactivated so that a little order can be restored. Even the settings are confusing. Numerous menus create even more chaos. Foundry Menus, menus, menus What cannot be switched off is Apple’s menu mania in Apple Mail for Mac. There is the settings menu, which has grown into a confusing mess over the years. The same applies to the menu bar, which contains dozens of tick boxes and where a small operating error can completely ruin the appearance of Apple Mail. The meaning of the individual menu items sometimes requires an advanced diploma in software design. If that wasn’t bad enough, there is, of course, the context menu, which simply contains too many menu items that are hardly organized logically. There is not much left of Apple’s basic idea of simple usability here. Mail categories The Mail app on the Mac is so messed up that even things that are supposed to make it better cause even more chaos. Since macOS 15/iOS 18, Apple Mail automatically recognizes whether an email is important, contains a transaction or news, or whether it is advertising (not spam, because the English word here is “promotions”). Unfortunately, the tabs hide all other emails. If you are in the wrong tab, it is easy to overlook important messages. The categorization itself is more like a lottery than a clear logic: important emails suddenly end up under “Advertising,” transactions appear everywhere but not in the proper tab. It is practically impossible to adjust the categorization manually, as emails can only be assigned to the predefined categories. Account synchronization limits Anyone who uses multiple email accounts in Apple Mail will be familiar with the problem when switching to new devices. Mail accounts already set up on a Mac are transferred to another Mac, but not to an iPhone or iPad. Conversely, accounts remain within the iOS system: If you add a new iPad to your iPhone, you will find the accounts there, but not on a Mac. This is particularly annoying because mail accounts often have to be painstakingly set up again, even though Apple actually provides the technology to automatically synchronize accounts on all devices with iCloud and the keychain. Setting up mail accounts is sometimes like a game of chance. Added to this is the lack of synchronisation between iOS and Mac. Account login hiccups Suddenly, Apple Mail wants the password for an account, or the account cannot be recognized at all during setup. This is usually due to a problem with the mail server, but Apple Mail tends to show weaknesses, especially with IMAP accounts from third-party providers that are neither Apple, Google, Microsoft, nor AOL. There are two reasons for this: Firstly, the setup interface is rather confusing, and secondly, Apple Mail sometimes seems simply unreliable when it comes to configuration. Some accounts cannot be added on individual devices, but then suddenly can be added to others. What is frustrating is that users have little influence over this. Missing attachments that can’t load “Here’s an important file!” The problem is that Apple Mail displays the attachment, but it cannot be opened or downloaded. The only solution is to ask the sender of the message to send the files again separately. Conversely, Apple Mail can also play this game and send attachments in such a way that the recipient does not receive them correctly, or some files are missing. This has been a problem for years. But whether and how it occurs seems to depend on the combination of mail software used by the sender and recipient. In any case, Apple Mail plays its own role here. Upgrade crash game With every new macOS or iOS version, the Mail app also receives a new version number, and this often causes instability and crashes. Particularly dreaded is the message “Updating the Mail database” on the first start after an upgrade. After that, problems tend to occur: lost emails or attachments, forgotten passwords, or even severe crashes. Apple Mail is particularly sensitive here, so the only real solution is usually to wait for the first bugfix release of the new operating system version.

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iFixit posts M5 iPad Pro teardown report
It’s gotten a bit easier to fix the new iPad Pro with the M5 generation, but the trick lies in getting into it. Once again, the cool cats at iFixit have released a teardown of the new iPad Pro, this time diving into the new M5 model. The report revealed that the M5 iPad Pro […] Source

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Apple adds iPhone 17 model parts, manuals to its self-service repair program, allows for DIY repairs
If you’re feeling brave and/or entrepreneurial around the new iPhone 17 models, you’re going to like this. Apple this week made parts and repair guides available for the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max handsets through its self-service repair store in the United States, Canada, and some European countries, […] Source

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Windows 11 Pro usually costs $199, but now it’s only $15
Macworld TL;DR: Get Windows 11 Pro now for only $15 (reg. $199). Microsoft ended support for Windows 10, and any computer still running it is at risk. If you want to upgrade on a budget and protect your computer, then get Windows 11 Pro now while it’s still only $14.97. It’s usually $199. Windows 11 Pro has a cleaner, more organized interface and practical tools that improve everyday use. The redesigned taskbar, Snap Layouts, and multiple desktop options make multitasking easier, while the integrated Microsoft Teams and AI-powered Copilot add new ways to communicate and search. Security is a central focus. Windows 11 Pro includes TPM 2.0 support, BitLocker drive encryption, and hardware-based authentication to help prevent malware and data loss. Professionals also get access to Hyper-V virtualization, Remote Desktop, and Windows Sandbox for isolated testing environments. Installation is straightforward with a digital license, and updates are delivered automatically once activated. Don’t leave your computer vulnerable. Get Windows 11 Pro while it’s still only $15. Microsoft Windows 11 ProSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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JP Morgan hikes Apple stock target to $305, second increase in a week
Apple's momentum built on iPhone 17 demand and strong guidance for the December quarter has prompted JP Morgan to up its price target to $305, the second increase in a week.iPhone 17 demand will drive growthSeveral records were broken with Apple's Q4 2025 earnings, and even though iPhone growth wasn't as high as analysts hoped, at least one is more bullish than ever. Apple shared that it expects its December quarter to be its best yet, breaking records set during the 5G supercycle and the COVID outbreak.According to a note from JP Morgan seen by AppleInsider, Apple is set to ride a wave of growth driven by AI investment, continued interest in iPhone upgrades, and the future foldable iPhone expected in late 2026. The only downside noted is Apple's operating expenses will continue to grow, approximately 19% year over year. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Security Bite: Beware sketchy ChatGPT-clones slipping back into App Store charts
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. Around this time two years ago, OpenAI’s incredibly popular GPT-4 API was spreading like wildfire all over the App Store. It wasn’t long before AI-powered productivity apps, chatbot companions, nutritional trackers, and basically anything else you could think of dominated the charts, garnering millions of downloads. Fast forward to today, many of those vibe-coded, opportunistic apps have disappeared, partly due to cooling hype but also Apple’s tougher stance against knockoffs and misleading apps. However, this week, security researcher Alex Kleber noticed that one misleading AI chatbot, impersonating OpenAI’s branding, managed to achieve top marks in the Business category. Albeit on the less popular Mac App Store, this is still significant and warrants a PSA to be cautious sharing personal information with these apps. more…

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Upgraders vs. newcomers: who drove sales for each product category during Apple’s Q4 2025
On today’s post-earnings conference call, Apple CEO Tim Cook and CFO Kevan Parekh shared a few interesting tidbits about who drove sales across the company’s major product categories. Here are the details. more…

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Services, Mac, and iPhone Drive Apple’s Q4 2025 Quarterly Revenue Record
For its fiscal fourth quarter of 2025, Apple set numerous records, with revenue of $102.5 billion, led by an all-time Services revenue record of $28.8 billion, and profits of $27.5 billion—so many billions.

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Chilkey ND104 review: Extremely solid construction for a mechanical keyboard
The Chilkey ND014 is a solidly built mechanical keyboard that also has a display and a high level of customization for Mac users, but expensive for what you get.Chilkey ND104Chilkey makes keyboards and mice with a focus on clean designs and assembly for both work and play. For its latest model, Chilkey made the decision to enter the world of crowdfunding, using Kickstarter as its testing ground for its next keyboard release.Bringing the Chilkey ND014 to consumers this way lets the company see how much demand there is for its newest product, as well as raising funds to get it made in the first place. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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WhatsApp now testing an Apple Watch companion app
Today was a busy day for WhatsApp users. After confirming passkey support on Android and iOS, the company released a TestFlight build with a long-awaited feature for Apple Watch users. Here are the details. more…

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New App Store prices for Poland, Switzerland, and Türkiye coming November 17
Today, Apple informed developers that prices for apps and In-App Purchases will be adjusted in Poland, Switzerland, and Türkiye starting next month. Here are the details. more…

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Here are all the records Apple said it broke in Q4 2025 on the earnings call
If there was a central theme to Apple's Q4 2025 earnings call, it was how many records it broke either for the quarter or all time. Here's every metric they called out during the call.Apple breaks plenty of records in Q4Apple has a habit of breaking records. The iPhone is the most popular consumer electronic device on Earth, and its various other products are industry-leading in their own right.It isn't unusual for Apple to let investors know when it's earned more money in a certain segment, or gained more users for a new product. However, what is unusual is just how many of those records were broken, or at least called out directly, during the Q4 2025 earnings call. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Tim Cook confirms Apple’s systems will ‘integrate with more’ AI providers beyond OpenAI
Alongside today’s Q4 earnings conference call, Apple CEO Tim Cook also spoke with CNBC, where he addressed Apple’s predicament in the AI field. Here’s what he said. more…

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Tim Cook didn't have much to say about reports of low iPhone Air sales
Apple CEO Tim Cook was only asked about iPhone Air's early performance once, and he didn't say a single meaningful word about it. We're not surprised.Apple CEO Tim CookWe were surprised. After a month of drama from analysts complaining about iPhone Air sales not being what they wanted, one analyst in the last 10 minutes of the call asked Tim Cook about it. Cook dodged the question reminding the listeners that they don't break out individual model sales.And, he didn't volunteer anything about it at all in any other comment or in the preamble, other than saying that the iPhone 17 is generally constrained, worldwide. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Historical trend broken, AAPL makes big gains after earnings
Breaking the historical mold, Apple's fourth-quarter earnings for 2025 lifted shares and has apparently signaled renewed confidence from investors. Or, at least, less profit-taking after earnings.Apple stock rises after earnings callApple shares surged after reporting record fourth-quarter earnings, signaling renewed investor confidence. At the close of market, before the earnings result, AAPL closed at $271.40 before after-hours trading.As of 5:57 PM eastern time, the stock rose to $271.40. By our count, this is the third time in 15 years that this has happened, and the first time that it has climbed this much as a percentage and a dollar-value after-hours during earnings in the same time period. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Hits from tariffs continue, Apple to pay $1.4 billion more in 2025 holiday quarter
Speaking during Apple's latest earnings call, Tim Cook revealed that in the last quarter, tariffs have hit Apple to the tune of $1.1 billion — and it will be another $1.4 billion in the holiday quarter.Apple CEO Tim CookIn the last earnings call, Cook predicted that the impact of tariffs would cost Apple much more in this next quarter. Between direct tariff payments and the cost of restructuring its global supply and delivery chains, Apple had spent $800 million.That had actually been less than the $900 million Cook had previously expected. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Tim Cook says iPhone 17 demand stronger than Apple expected
Discussing the early days of iPhone 17 availability during the quarterly report conference call, Apple CEO Tim Cook “intentionally dodged” a question on per-model performance, but hinted that demand for the base iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro is strong. Here are the details. more…

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Apple is probably done releasing Macs in 2025
Apple's Q1 2026 forecast has warned that Macs will see a tough compare year-over-year to end the year since just about the entire consumer and prosumer Mac lines were updated in time for the 2024 holiday quarter, versus one model refresh before for 2025.Only one MacBook Pro got an update in October 2025Rewind to October 2024, and Apple has just revealed the M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max to be used in all models of MacBook Pro. It was a surprise to see all the chipsets at once, and that bundle of hardware sold well through the holiday quarter.According to SVP Kevan Parekh during Apple's quarterly earnings call, Apple expects the upcoming Q1 2026 to be a tough compare for Mac. That's simply due to Apple releasing only one updated Mac in the fall — the MacBook Pro with M5. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple posts record Q4 2025, with double-digit Mac sales increase
Macworld Apple held its fourth quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, and the company posted revenue of $102.5 billion, an 8 percent year-over-year increase, and quarterly diluted earnings per share of $1.85. The company reported $27.5 billion in profit. “Our September quarter results capped off a record fiscal year, with revenue reaching $416 billion, as well as double-digit EPS growth,” Apple Kevan Parekh said in a press release. “And thanks to our very high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty, our installed base of active devices also reached a new all-time high across all product categories and geographic segments.” Mac sales were up almost 13 percent year-over-year. which is impressive when considering that the fourth quarter did not see a new Mac release. (The recently released M5 MacBook Pro will be reflected in Q1 2026, and the Mac Studio and MacBook Air released in March are part of Q3 2025.) It is the quarter that includes back-to-school sales, which may account for some of the growth. Apple Services continues to be a major contributor to Apple’s revenue, with a 15 percent increase in Q4. The iPhone, while generating over $49 billion in revenue, saw an increase of only 6 percent. The iPhone 17 lineups and the iPhone Air were released on September 19, eight days before the close of Q4. Sales of those new iPhones will be better reflected in the next financial quarter. How the quarter ended year-over-year for Apple: iPhone: $44.0 billion (up from $46.2 billion) iPad: $6.95 billion (no major change) Mac: $8.7 billion (up from $7.7 billion) Wearables, Home, and Accessories: $9 billion (no major change) Services: $28.8 billion (up from $25 billion) Apple’s board of directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.26 per share. The dividend is payable on November 13 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on November 10.

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Discount code: Block ads and data trackers forever with this top-rated service
Snag a lifetime subscription to the AdGuard family plan. The iOS and Mac ad blocker also protects your privacy on Android and PC. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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9to5Mac Daily: October 30, 2025 – AirPods Pro lawsuit, more
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 CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. 9to5Mac Daily listeners can exclusively save 30% and get a $100 Savings Card. more…

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Apple Intelligence-enhanced Siri is on track for a 2026 debut
Apple CEO Tim Cook says the long awaited Apple Intelligence boosted Siri will arrive on time in 2026, suggesting that Apple's delayed AI ambitions are back on track.Apple Intelligence is back on track, according to Tim CookOn Thursday, Cook told MSNBC that he believes Apple Intelligence features are on track for a 2026 rollout. This is notable as Apple had quit giving timelines for many of its missing AI features after repeated stalls in development.And while "2026" is hardly a precise deadline, it may signal that Apple has finally worked out the kinks in its Apple Intelligence pipeline. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Cook: More partnerships coming soon to enhance Apple Intelligence
As a preamble to earnings, CEO Tim Cook said Apple is still looking to partner with companies other than OpenAI for Apple Intelligence integrations, but nothing is ready to be announced just yet.Siri could get more integrations beyond ChatGPT soonApple's Q4 earnings are in, and it's a good one that beats Wall Street expectations, though iPhone sales aren't increasing at a rate investors would like to see. Another significant interest for investors is AI, which Apple CEO Tim Cook did comment on in regards to earnings.According to a quote shared by CNBC live on their cable show, Cook shared that more AI integrations are coming, but there's nothing to announce. This aligns with previous rumors that Apple was in talks with Anthropic and OpenAI to bring versions of their models to Apple's Private Cloud Compute. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple posts record revenues — and predicts the best is yet to come
Apple set a new record for iPhone revenue in its most recent financial quarter, and CEO Tim Cook sees the “best ever” Apple quarter ahead. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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iPhone revenue falls short of Wall Street expectations, but it doesn't matter
Apple's iPhone revenue for the quarter is marginally below predictions because of supply constraints, but sales will instead manifest in what Tim Cook is calling the best holiday quarter ever.iPhone 17 Pro MaxIn Apple's latest quarterly earnings report, Wall Street analysts had expected the company to report iPhone sales of $50.19 billion. Instead, the company says it made $49.03 billion.Ignoring that analysts who make these predictions having no clue what's going on inside Apple at any given moment, Tim Cook isn't concerned about it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple reports fourth quarter results

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Apple iOS 26 leaker's court filing rolls Jon Prosser under the bus
Apple's iOS 26 leak lawsuit is starting to look less like high-tech corporate espionage and more like two defendants trying to blame the other for the leak.Apple is involved in a lawsuit regarding iOS 26 leaksIn a formal court filing on October 29, 2025, Michael Ramacciotti denied conspiring with tech YouTuber Jon Prosser to steal Apple's trade secrets. He admitted to accessing an Apple development iPhone and showing Prosser some pre-release iOS 26 features over FaceTime.However, Prosser claimed that the $650 payment he later received wasn't part of any deal. Ramacciotti insisted that the payment was unrelated to their interactions. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple says holiday quarter will be biggest ever in company history
Apple just reported its latest quarterly earnings, which set a new revenue for the September quarter. But the company also teased that an even bigger accomplishment is coming next quarter. more…

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MacDailyNews presents live notes from Apple’s Q425 conference call
MacDailyNews presents live notes from Apple’s Q425 Conference Call with analysts starting at 2pm PT / 5pm ET today, October 30, 2025… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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