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Apple offers discounts on iPhones in China to celebrate the 618 shopping festival

Apple is offering discounts on its iPhones in China to celebrate the annual 618 shopping festival, reports the Global Times. From the article: ° Apple cut prices for its iPhone 17 Pro series by 1,000 yuan ($138). ° JD.com, one of China’s largest online...

Apple’s manufacturing partner, TSMC, has allocated an additional $20 billion to expand its Phoenix, Arizona facility

Apple’s manufacturing partner, TSMC, has allocated an additional $20 billion to expand its facility in Phoenix, Arizona, at the Fab 21 site, according to TechPowerUp. According to the latest TSMC board resolution meeting, TSMC Arizona, a subsidiary of TSMC, will...

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Don’t expect an updated Mac Studio in the near future

In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says he doesn’t anticipate a new version of the Mac Studio in the near future as the company focuses on the new Mac Pro. From the newsletter: I wouldn’t anticipate the introduction of a Mac...

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Tuesday April 14
12:46 am
Never lose anything again with these Find My accessories | 9 to 5 Mac
Never lose anything again with these Find My accessories
There’s a robust ecosystem of Find My accessories on the market nowadays, across various different designs and form factors. Here are some of the most popular options. more…
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12:23 am
Dope Thief’s Brian Tyree Henry joins upcoming Apple Original Films feature | 9 to 5 Mac
Dope Thief’s Brian Tyree Henry joins upcoming Apple Original Films feature
Apple TV confirmed today that Brian Tyree Henry, who recently starred alongside Wagner Moura (The Secret Agent, Elite Squad) on Dope Thief, is joining a new feature film from Apple Original Films. Here are the details. more…
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12:18 am
Sonos Play review: Sonos is back with the Goldilocks of portable speakers | AppleInsider
Sonos Play review: Sonos is back with the Goldilocks of portable speakers
After a lengthy hardware hiatus, Sonos is back with its portable Play speaker. Between the impressive audio quality and AirPlay streaming, it's a solid choice for any Apple user.Sonos Play review: Sonos is back with a new portable speakerWithout getting too into the weeds, the last couple of years have been unusually tough for Sonos. The speaker maker took a lot of well-deserved flak for rolling out an app update that wasn't ready.This update revamped the UI, but it was also temporarily lacking essential features that many users depended on. Sonos quickly went into damage control mode. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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Monday April 13
11:31 pm
Blackmagic's camera for Apple Vision Pro content is now available for $30K | AppleInsider
Blackmagic's camera for Apple Vision Pro content is now available for $30K
Blackmagic's URSA Cine Immersive camera for Apple Vision Pro content can now be ordered, if you have $30,000. Here's what it can do, and who it's for.Blackmagic's URSA Cine immersive camera is here.Announced back in June 2024, the high-end camera was presented as an end-to-end workflow for the Apple Immersive Video format used by the Apple Vision Pro. Apple Immersive Video delivers 8K 3D video with a 180-degree field of view, along with support for Spatial Audio.With the Apple Vision Pro, Apple delivered immersive 3D video experiences, giving wearers the chance to re-live their favorite moments with the help of formats such as Spatial Video. Exclusive content, in a special format called Apple Immersive Video, is also offered on the headset. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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11:31 pm
Security Bite Podcast: Atomic Stealer is blurring the line between infostealers and trojans on Mac | 9 to 5 Mac
Security Bite Podcast: Atomic Stealer is blurring the line between infostealers and trojans on Mac
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. In this episode, I break down what I think is the most significant finding from Jamf’s latest Security 360 report: trojan malware now accounting for over 50% of all Mac malware detections. This is up from roughly 17% just a year prior and beats out infostealers for the number one spot. But its not as simple as trojans are just getting popular… It basically comes down to one malware family, Atomic Stealer (shocker), which is now simultaneously sitting at the top of both the trojan and infostealer categories. That dual classification is reshaping how we should think about the Mac threat landscape, because the old lines between malware categories I think are blurring. more…
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11:00 pm
Apple AI Glasses Will Rival Meta's With Several Styles, Oval Cameras | Slashdot
Apple AI Glasses Will Rival Meta's With Several Styles, Oval Cameras
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple is developing display-free AI smart glasses aimed at rivaling Meta's Ray-Bans, with multiple frame styles, a distinctive oval camera design, and tight iPhone integration. "The idea is to unveil the product at the end of 2026 or early the following year, with the actual release coming in 2027," writes Gurman. From the report: Like Meta's offering, Apple's glasses will be designed to handle everyday uses: capturing photos and videos, syncing with a smartphone for editing and sharing, handling phone calls, listening to notifications, playing music, and enabling hands-free interaction via a voice assistant. In Apple's case, that assistant will be a significantly upgraded Siri coming in iOS 27. The glasses are part of a broader, three-pronged AI wearables strategy that also includes new AirPods and a camera-equipped pendant. Each device is designed to leverage computer vision to interpret the user's surroundings and feed contextual awareness into Siri and Apple Intelligence. That will enable features like improved turn-by-turn map directions and visual reminders. When Apple typically enters a new product category, it offers clear advantages over what's currently available. We saw this with the original iPod, iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch -- and, even though it was a flop, the Vision Pro. That approach won't be as obvious with Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone, but we should see it on full display with the glasses. According to employees working on the project, Apple's strategy is to outdo competitors by tightly integrating the glasses with the iPhone and offering a higher-end build. While Meta relies heavily on partner EssilorLuxottica SA for frames, Apple is unsurprisingly planning to go at it alone in terms of design. That also should set it apart from Alphabet Inc.'s Google and Samsung Electronics Co., which are leaning on Warby Parker. Apple's design team has whipped up at least four different styles and plans to launch some or all of them, I'm told, as well as many color options. The latest units are made from a high-end material called acetate, which is known to be more durable and luxurious than the standard plastic used by many brands. Here are the designs in testing: - A large rectangular frame, reminiscent of Ray-Ban Wayfarers - A slimmer rectangular design, similar to the glasses worn by Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook - Larger oval or circular frames - A smaller, more refined oval or circular option Read more of this story at Slashdot.
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10:39 pm
MagSafe Monday: Is a suction cup the best way to secure your MagSafe desk charger? | 9 to 5 Mac
MagSafe Monday: Is a suction cup the best way to secure your MagSafe desk charger?
I have tested dozens of MagSafe iPhone desk chargers, and a lot of them suffer from the same super-annoying flaw. Unless they are made of solid steel and weigh five pounds, they slide all over your desk when you try to grab your iPhone or tap the screen to check a notification. You’ll often have to hold the base down with one hand while pulling the iPhone off with the other. Scosche decided to tackle this problem in a completely different way with its new Qi2 home and office mount. Instead of relying on heavy metal bases, it uses a heavy-duty suction cup to securely attach to your desk or counter. more…
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09:46 pm
iCloud backups targeted in hack-for-hire operation using fake Apple pages | 9 to 5 Mac
iCloud backups targeted in hack-for-hire operation using fake Apple pages
A new investigation shows that hackers are still relying on old tricks to break into iPhones and Android devices. Here are the details. more…
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09:41 pm
Get 88 hours of AI cybersecurity training for less than $20 | Cult of Mac
Get 88 hours of AI cybersecurity training for less than $20
The 2026 AI Security & Cybersecurity Expert Bundle delivers 88 hours of training on AI, ethical hacking and real-world defense skills. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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09:22 pm
iPhone Fold limbo: both delayed & still coming in 2026 | AppleInsider
iPhone Fold limbo: both delayed & still coming in 2026
A new report has jumped on the bandwagon of announcing iPhone Fold delays, though it also asserts that the device will still arrive before the end of the year.iPhone Fold could still be revealed on time, even if manufacturing is delayedThe rumor mill has been churning at a rapid pace after news of a potential iPhone Fold delay appeared. However, different sources can't agree on exactly how long the delay might be.A new report from Digitimes hopes to clarify things with information from its sources. It confirms that mass production of iPhone Fold could be delayed by as much as two months, but that won't affect the launch by much. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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08:51 pm
iOS 26 boarding passes now available for American Airlines flights | AppleInsider
iOS 26 boarding passes now available for American Airlines flights
American Airlines has now become the latest company to take advantage of the revamped boarding pass system in the iOS 26 update.American Airlines now supports the revamped iOS 26 boarding pass system.At WWDC 2025, Apple revealed that upgraded boarding passes, with support for Live Activities and real-time flight information, would make their way to the Apple Wallet app with iOS 26. Improved support for tracking luggage with AirTags and Find My, along with maps data for airports, was touted as well.Since then, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines have rolled out support for the iOS 26 boarding pass system, and now American Airlines has followed suit. The American Airlines iOS app was recently updated, and its release notes detail the upgraded boarding pass experience. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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08:20 pm
Apple Japan launches fun new App Store spring campaign with local artists | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Japan launches fun new App Store spring campaign with local artists
Apple’s marketing efforts have been on a tear lately. While the MacBook Neo campaign has been getting most of the attention, a new spring campaign in Japan has been promoting the App Store with fun commissioned ads. Watch them below. more…
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08:04 pm
Apple TV is about to have three top-tier shows airing all at once | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple TV is about to have three top-tier shows airing all at once
Apple TV has a big summer ahead with the return of Ted Lasso, Dark Matter, and more, but the streamer’s current lineup is compelling too, and will get even more so later this week. more…
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08:01 pm
‘Apple’s true achievement is the culture Steve Jobs instilled’ – Gene Munster | Mac Daily News
‘Apple’s true achievement is the culture Steve Jobs instilled’ – Gene Munster
Longtime Apple analyst Gene Munster has obsessed about all things Apple for more than 20 years. When asked for Apple’s defining achievement… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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07:42 pm
Apple Maps ads inch closer to release with iOS 26.5 beta 2 | AppleInsider
Apple Maps ads inch closer to release with iOS 26.5 beta 2
Ads will soon make their way to Apple Maps, with the latest iOS 26.5 developer beta offering additional insight into how they'll work.iOS 26.5 beta 2 includes a new splash screen for Apple Maps ads.Following multiple rumors of advertisements coming to Apple Maps, the change was officially confirmed on March 24. With Monday's iOS 26.5 developer beta, Apple has now taken the first step towards bringing ads to the iPhone's built-in Maps app.The software update contains a new splash screen detailing the key aspects of Apple Maps ads. "Maps may show local ads based on your approximate location, current search terms, or view of the map while you search," reads the screen. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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07:30 pm
iOS 26.4 upgraded one of my most-used Control Center features in a big way | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.4 upgraded one of my most-used Control Center features in a big way
iOS 26.4 is the latest iPhone update, headlined by many new features in Apple Music. There’s also a music-related improvement to Control Center in iOS 26.4: Shazam song recognition will now work even when you’re offline. more…
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06:42 pm
iOS 26.5 beta 2 is here, but is light on new features | Macworld
iOS 26.5 beta 2 is here, but is light on new features
Macworld The 26.4 updates brought with them a number of improvements across the various operating systems and Apple’s included apps. But they didn’t bring the expected, long overdue improvements to Siri: A new foundation model, on-screen awareness, personal context, and actions across apps. Recent rumors make it seem unlikely that those things will appear before the big OS 27 updates in the fall, for which Apple is targeting even bigger Apple Intelligence upgrades. There was some hope that some of those features might ship in iOS 26.5, but the beta doesn’t include any Siri changes at all. We probably won’t see any Siri improvements until WWDC in June. Updated April 13, 2026: Apple has released the second beta of iOS and iPadOS 26, along with watchOS, tvOS, visionOS, and others. What’s new in iOS 26.5 New subscription options: App developers might have new options for subscriptions with Apple’s in-app-purchases system. Specifically, they can offer monthly billing with a 12-month commitment. Suggested Places in maps: Along with preparing for ads in Maps coming this summer, Apple is adding Suggested Places (which will also eventually include paid placement). RCS encryption: Once again, Apple has enabled end-to-end encryption for messages with Android users, but it’s unclear whether this will make it into the final release. iOS 26.5 beta: How to install 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 26.5: 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.
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06:30 pm
Warren Buffett reveals the real reason why Berkshire cut its Apple stake in half | Mac Daily News
Warren Buffett reveals the real reason why Berkshire cut its Apple stake in half
Berkshire Hathaway has sold well over half of its stake in Apple in recent years, significantly reducing the tech giant’s weight in its… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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06:26 pm
Save on Apple’s Silicone, Clear and TechWoven cases for iPhone 17 lineup | Cult of Mac
Save on Apple’s Silicone, Clear and TechWoven cases for iPhone 17 lineup
Don’t miss big savings on official Apple cases to protect your new iPhone 17. There are many designs and colors to choose. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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06:21 pm
iOS 26.5 beta 2 gives Apple Maps a new ads popup | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.5 beta 2 gives Apple Maps a new ads popup
iOS 26.5 beta 2 arrived today, and with it Apple Maps has gained a new popup regarding the forthcoming rollout of ads. Here are the details. more…
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05:47 pm
Biggest US airline adds support for iOS 26 boarding passes in Wallet | 9 to 5 Mac
Biggest US airline adds support for iOS 26 boarding passes in Wallet
As part of iOS 26, Apple launched a revamped experience for airline boarding passes in Apple Wallet. As of today, this feature is now supported by all four of the biggest airlines in the United States. Delta, United, and Southwest all rolled out support for the new iOS 26 boarding pass experience last year. Now, American Airlines has officially followed suit by supporting key new boarding pass features in Apple Wallet. more…
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05:40 pm
Apple removes old Pages, Numbers, and Keynote apps from Mac App Store | Macworld
Apple removes old Pages, Numbers, and Keynote apps from Mac App Store
Macworld Apple has simplified their Mac productivity software lineup by removing its old free productivity apps, leaving only the versions that are compatible with the new Creator Studio subscription. When Apple introduced Creator Studio, it updated the iOS and iPadOS apps to be compatible with the new subscription. On the Mac, however, new versions of all the apps were introduced, with new icons, while the old versions still remained. You could download the old Final Cut Pro, Pages, Keynote, Numbers, etc. or you could download new versions that work with Creator Studio. Now, for the free apps Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, Apple has removed the versions, leaving only those that are compatible with Creator Studio. To be clear: the Creator Studio compatible versions are still totally free, and you can still do everything you used to do with the older free apps. But they will nag you to subscribe to Creator Studio to get access to additional features like more templates and AI-powered capabilities. If you have previously downloaded Pages, Numbers, or Keynote on your Mac you will be able to find them in your Mac apps history (click your profile picture in the lower left) if you want to download them again, but you can expect they won’t be updated any longer. The paid Mac apps Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and Pixelmator Pro are still listed on the App Store–both in their current paid forms and in the subscription-required Creator Studio versions.
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05:32 pm
Testing of second iOS 26.5, macOS 26.5 developer beta builds now underway | AppleInsider
Testing of second iOS 26.5, macOS 26.5 developer beta builds now underway
Apple is now on its second round of developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleThe second developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 replace the first, which arrived on March 30. However, Apple re-released the developer beta for iOS 26.5 on March 24, with a new build number.iOS 26.5 build 2 is 23F5054h, replacing 23F5043k Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:15 pm
Bookends 15.3.2 | TidBITS
Bookends 15.3.2
Reference management tool adds a new AppleScript command to sync a library. ($74.99 new, free update, 128.9 MB, macOS 11+)
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05:14 pm
OmniFocus 4.8.9 | TidBITS
OmniFocus 4.8.9
Maintenance update with improvements and bug fixes for the task management app. ($74.99 new, free update, 40.4 MB, macOS 14+)
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05:14 pm
Audio Hijack 4.5.7 | TidBITS
Audio Hijack 4.5.7
Brings user interface updates to the full-featured audio recording app. ($64 new, free update, 27.7 MB, macOS 14.4+)
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05:12 pm
Old iWork apps are now gone, Creator Studio iWork apps are still free | AppleInsider
Old iWork apps are now gone, Creator Studio iWork apps are still free
On April 13, Apple stopped providing downloads for the previous versions of Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. Instead, download the Creator Studio versions of the apps that are still free.iWork icons of both generationsApple's introduction of the Creator Studio brought with it new versions of the iWork suite to match. The new apps, designed to work better with the Creator Studio subscription, were provided while still allowing users to acquire the previous version of the apps.However, as of April 13, 2026 and spotted by @Aaronp613 on X, users attempting to acquire Pages, Keynote, or Numbers for macOS or iPadOS will not be able to get the non-Creator Studio versions. Checking the App Store and the Mac App Store, only the updated Creator Studio editions are available, with the old versions not shown in searches. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:12 pm
iPadOS 26.5 beta 2 now available, plus watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, more | 9 to 5 Mac
iPadOS 26.5 beta 2 now available, plus watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, more
Apple has just released new betas. Developer beta 2 is now available for iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and more. more…
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05:10 pm
Apple TV flick ‘Outcome,’ starring Keanu Reeves, is ‘awkward, clumsily maudlin, and shot like a fever dream’ – NYT | Mac Daily News
Apple TV flick ‘Outcome,’ starring Keanu Reeves, is ‘awkward, clumsily maudlin, and shot like a fever dream’ – NYT
Apple TV's “Outcome” is a dark comedy that centers on Reef Hawk (Keanu Reeves), a beloved Hollywood star who must dive into the depths… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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05:07 pm
Apple releases macOS 26.5 beta 2, here’s what to expect | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple releases macOS 26.5 beta 2, here’s what to expect
Apple is rolling out the second wave of developer betas for macOS 26.5 and its counterparts. Here are the details. more…
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