This GitHub project saves your AirPort Time Capsule from the grave
Macworld I have an old AirPort Time Capsule, and while its usefulness as a Wi-Fi hotspot is outdated, it still works perfectly well for Time Machine backups on my secondary Mac at home. But then Apple announced that macOS 27 Golden Gate won’t include support for AirPort Disk or other Time Capsule disks, and suddenly the AirPort’s usefulness will soon expire, even though it continues to work without a hitch. But James Chang has come to the rescue with a project that gives “all Time Capsules” new life. His TimeCapsuleSMB project is a “modern Samba setup” for the AirPort Time Capsule that essentially lets the device run as a Samba 4.24.3 server. This allows for Time Capsule to be seen by macOS 27 on networks via Bonjour. You can then use the Time Capsule on the network for Time Machine backups. TimeCapsuleSMB is free and offers in-depth documentation on how to install it and troubleshooting on its GitHub repository. It does have some quirks. For example, if you have a 4th-generation AirPort or older, you must manually activate the Samba installation any time the device reboots. On 5th-generation and later devices, Samba restarts automatically. But for the most part, it should do the trick if you’ve been fretting about needing a new backup drive this fall. Apple discontinued the AirPort in 2018, 10 years after it introduced the first Time Capsule and 20 years after the very first AirPort Base Station, which arrived in 1999. The devices use Apple Filing Protocol (AFP), a network file-sharing protocol that Apple stopped supporting in macOS 15.5, and Server Message Block (SMB) version 1. TimeCapsuleSMB uses a fork of Samba 4 that is modified to work with Time Capsules.

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This $40 AI app can turn your idea into a complete e-book in mere minutes
EbookMagic creates publication-ready e-books, custom covers and audiobooks in minutes. Save on lifetime access to the AI book generator. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Sign in with Apple domain consolidation could trip up unprepared services
Apple is changing the email domains behind Sign in with Apple and Hide My Email, forcing developers and email providers to update systems before the transition begins.Apple's Hide My Email serviceA June 15 developer notice told developers to update account systems, email validation tools, and allowlists before the rollout begins. Email service providers were also asked to review filtering, suppression, and routing rules tied to Apple's current relay domains.The change affects two privacy features that let users interact with apps, websites, and online services without revealing a personal email address. Sign in with Apple currently generates relay addresses ending in privaterelay.appleid.com.Hide My Email generates relay addresses on icloud.com. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple Weather gets two brand new features in iOS 27
iOS 27 includes new features for Apple Calendar, Wallet, Messages, Maps, and also the Weather app. Here are two new features coming to Apple Weather in iOS 27.

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AirPods Pro 3 hit lowest price ever at $169 ahead of Amazon Prime Day
Amazon has issued a steep price drop on AirPods Pro 3 as Prime Day kicks off next week, with the earbuds falling to the lowest price ever at $169.AirPods Pro 3 are discounted to the lowest price ever ahead of Prime Day.With delivery by Father's Day to many locations, Amazon's early Prime Day $80 discount on AirPods Pro 3 is worth checking out. This is the lowest price on record at Amazon for Apple's high-end earbuds and the steepest discount available across the current AirPods lineup.Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $169 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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iOS 27 makes your iPhone faster in 40+ ways, here’s the full list
While Apple Intelligence and Siri AI are the biggest additions to iOS 27, the update will also make your iPhone noticeably faster. In fact, Apple has outlined more than 40 ways in which your iPhone will be faster after you update to iOS 27 later this year.

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Deals: AirPods Pro 3 best price ever at $80 off in early Prime Day sale, Apple Watch Ultra/Series 11 up to $160 off, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by AirPods Pro 3 dropping to the best price ever at the $169 Amazon all-time low ($80 off). This deal has been less than reliable, coming in and out of stock, but it appears to be up for grabs right now at the time of writing – get in there while you can. We also have polished titanium Apple Watch Series 11 models up to $160 off with Father’s Day delivery (plus more from $299), Apple’s official MagSafe Battery sitting at all-time low pricing (40% off), and Beats headphones up to $220 off at Best Buy. Head below for a closer look.

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This may be the last chance to get AirTags for this cheap
Macworld The new generation of AirTags is out at full price, but the old model is really just as good if you can find one for cheap. Thankfully, Woot has a four-pack available for a fantastic $65 right now, a fantastic $34 off its $99 MSRP. It’s not quite the best price we’ve seen for these (that was $5 lower), but it’s still an incredible deal, especially since they’re sold out at most stores. AirTags are such useful little things. They’re super easy to set up, as you simply have to hold the tag near your iPhone or iPad, and it will pair instantly. Once that’s done, you only need your Find My app to locate the tag. When they’re within Bluetooth range, you can get the AirTag to chirp, revealing its location. That’s particularly useful when you have one attached to your keys, for instance. In fact, you can even ask Siri, “Where are my keys?” If you want to drop an AirTag in your luggage while traveling, the tag will ping off other nearby iOS devices. There are millions of Apple devices out there, so it will surely pop up, especially if lost. The AirTags come with an IP67 water and dust resistance, which makes them safe to use even if you’re surprised by summer rain or you spill your drink over them. And when the battery runs out, you simply swap it out. These might be cheaper, but you do have to be well aware that the new generation is a bit more advanced. The hardware looks the same, but they’re louder and offer a more accurate location. Still, we don’t think those differences are enough to pay for the new generation instead of taking advantage of this deal. At $65 for four AirTags, this deal is a fantastic pick if you’re tired of hunting for your keys in the morning.

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How I tweaked my fitness app Reps & Sets using Apple’s latest tools
Last year, WWDC25 inspired me to rewrite my strength-training app Reps & Sets in Swift so it could take advantage of Apple’s latest frameworks, like Foundation Models and Image Playground. It was a massive undertaking, even with the help of today’s AI-powered coding tools. When I introduced the new version of Reps & Sets on Cult […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple One is getting better in iOS 27, here’s what’s new
Apple One is getting better in iOS 27, with subscribers set to benefit from new features coming to bundled Apple services like iCloud+ and Apple Music. Here’s what’s new.

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Apple's App Store search data stores every single keystroke
Apple is watching you type App Store searches, and knows how long you take to type them. You can't turn it off.The search user data Apple stores from the App Store is oddly highly detailed. During WWDC in early June, Apple announced a raft of changes to the way the App Store functions to help developers. Evidently, one of those ways is to collect tons of data about how people actually interact with the App Store.In an X post on June 9, security researchers known as Mysk discovered how much Apple actually collects in terms of data points. Apple already collects a lot of analytics data, but now it is being used to handle recommendations under Personalized Recommendations in the App Store. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Matter updates improve smart-home setup, sharing and security
New Matter smart-home standard updates make setup easier, more intuitive and more secure for everyday users. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Grab a pair of Beats Fit Pro for as low as $90 in this blowout sale
Macworld Beats Fit Pro View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); While they don’t have as many high-end features, if you’re mainly listening to music, we love the Beats Fit Pro even more than AirPods Pro. And today, instead of shelling out $200, you can get a pair for as low as $90, a simply incredible deal for premium earbuds. That’s a heck of a price for these Beats, but there’s one caveat: This price is only for the Stone Purple model. If you want them in plain gray, you’ll need to spend $110 for the same earbuds. That’s still a great price, but not as great as $90. No matter what color you get, the thing you’ll love the most about these buds is how well they fit. They come with flexible wingtips that keep them secure in your ear while you’re going for a run, lifting weights at the gym, and so on. The IPX4 rating means your earbuds will survive sweat and a little rain just fine, which is exactly what you need out of gym earbuds. The Beats Fit Pro have three eartip sizes in the box so you can find the exact size you need for a snug fit. These are earbuds that we found to be absolutely amazing when we reviewed them, giving them a perfect 5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award. We found they fit super well while offering great noise canceling and transparency. ANC will block out the world around you, while the transparency will make it easier to listen in on traffic, for instance. iPhone users get extra perks thanks to the Apple H1 chip, including automatic switching between devices, audio sharing with another pair of Beats or AirPods, and hands-free “Hey Siri.” Android users aren’t left out either, with a dedicated Beats app and full cross-platform support. You do have to keep in mind that these are the first-generation model, so the newer Powerbeats Fit earbuds have since improved on sound and noise cancelling. But those cost $200, are rarely on sale, and have never hit a price this low. So at $90 or $110, this is an easy pick if you want secure-fitting workout earbuds.

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Apple AirPods Pro 3 lose their premium price tag – now 32% off for Amazon Prime Day
If you've been holding out for a solid deal on Apple's latest flagship earbuds, your wait is over. The AirPods Pro 3 have dropped to $169… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Today in Apple history: iPhone OS 3 brings copy/paste to iPhone
On June 17, 2009, Apple released iPhone OS 3, which added Cut, Copy and Paste functionality and other great new iPhone features. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple gives AirPods another mysterious firmware update
Macworld While most of us are looking ahead to the new iOS 27 features on our devices, Apple isn’t done with iOS 26 just yet. Earlier this week, Apple issued the second iOS 26.6 beta for testing, and on Tuesday, it pushed out a new firmware update for AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Pro 3 users. As is usually the case, we don’t know what it does, only that it offers “bug fixes and other improvements.” The new version number is 8B41, up from 8B39 for the AirPods Pro 2, which was issued in March, and 8B40 for the ‌AirPods Pro 3‌, which were last updated in May. There’s no way to force a firmware installation on your AirPods, but to make sure they update, put them in the charging case, close the lid, plug in a USB-C cable connected to power, and wait about 30 minutes. You can tell when the AirPods are updating by checking the Settings app. If you want to check your firmware version, head over to the Settings app and tap on the name of your AirPods. Then scroll down to the bottom of your AirPods settings to see the current version number. Additionally, Apple also released new firmware for its Beats Studio Buds (1B211). No other models received an update in this round of releases. Apple will introduce a series of new features for AirPods in the fall when iOS 27 arrives. Among the new features is a custom equalizer that finally lets you manually adjust the treble and bass, Precision Finding with the Find My app, and heart-rate sync when using gym equipment with AirPods Pro 3.

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Best Mac monitors 2026: The Mac compatible displays we recommend
Macworld The monitor might be the second-most important part of your Mac’s setup after the Mac, of course–you can’t use any desktop computer without one and even the 16-inch screen on the MacBook Pro feels cramped if you are having a particularly productive morning. Spread your work out by plugging in multiple monitors to your Mac and extending your desktop over a wider space. Because you’ll spend a lot of time looking at the display, you’ll want to invest wisely. Not only will you want a monitor that provides a pleasing experience, but the quality of the images on the screen can also affect your work. However, picking a new monitor can be daunting. Not only are there many manufacturers to choose from, but there are also lots of sizes, resolutions, and features to consider—and when we say lots, we mean lots. We’re here to help guide you while you shop, and we have some tips on what to look for in a monitor plus advice on how many monitors each Mac can handle. Best Mac monitors 2026 These are the best desktop Mac monitors we have tested. We round up the best portable displays for Mac separately if you want to take a larger display out on the road or easily store one out of sight when you’re not using it. We’ve included Apple’s Pro Display XDR and the Apple Studio Display, not because they are necessarily the best choice, but for comparative purposes. BenQ MA270U or MA270UP – Best budget 4K display Pros Great image quality More affordable than Apple Studio Display Glossy option for more vivid image Matte Panel cuts down glare and reflections Height-adjustable stand Cons No webcam Price When Reviewed: $549.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $549.99 View Deal $549.99 View Deal BenQ $549.99 View Deal $562.57 View Deal $626.49 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Size: 27-inchResolution: 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels)Connections: USB-C (90W PD), 5Gbps USB-C (15W), 2x HDMI 2.0, 2x 5Gbps USB-A, audio mini-jackWebcam: NoStand: Height, Tilt, RotationOrientation: Landscape and portrait There are two screen options with this affordable 4K display: matte (MA270U) and glossy (MA270UP). If you want the most vivid radiant picture with deeper blacks and brighter whites, go for the Nano Gloss screen. If you want to banish glare and reflections more so than with the pricey Nano texture glass on the Apple Studio Display, got for Nano Matte. Some displays sell the stand separately so there’s an additional cost consideration, but that’s not the case here as the stand is included. It offers a great range of adjustment: -5 to 20 degrees of tilt, swivels 15 degrees left or right, and 115 mm of height. The display can also pivot 90 degrees to Portrait mode, a far greater range of motion than the Studio Display. The MA270U/P can connect to a Mac through HDMI or USB-C. The USB-C connection offers 90 watts of power so it can charge your MacBook at the same time. If you want to use the display as a connection hub, you need to connect to the Mac via USB-C. Its built-in spare USB-C port offers 15W of power output and the USB-A 7.5W. There are two HDMI ports so you can connect to another device for multitasking. The one thing that’s immediately noticeable with the MA270U/P is its impressive image quality. Colors are full of life and the detail is excellent. One standout aspect of the image quality is how sharp text appears. This is great for production and design work, but it can even make it more enjoyable to read and write. It offers image quality that could satisfy users in a production environment–that’s one way of saying that its quality is better than what general users usually get. You might be able to find a 27-inch 4K display that’s a little cheaper, but it won’t look this good.–Roman Loyola Read the full BenQ MA270UP Monitor review. The 27-inch BenQ MA270U/P provides a very affordable alternative to Apple’s expensive 5K Studio Display. The BenQ 32-inch MA320U is slightly more expensive, but as well as providing a larger screen it produces a brighter display with bolder, crisper colors, although also at 4K. Read our review of the 32-inch Ben-Q MA320U.

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iA Writer 8 brings Liquid Glass design, clear icon support, more
iA Writer, the lightweight text editor for Apple devices, is out with a new Liquid Glass design-focused update for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

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Widow’s Bay creator explains finale twists, teases season 2 plans
Apple TV aired the Widow’s Bay finale last night, and today in a new interview the show’s creator goes behind the scenes on the finale, the upcoming season 2, and more.

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Android 17 can copy more data from iPhone including your iMessage history and homescreen
Google is introducing a massive upgrade to its “Android Switch” tool in Android 17, with the ability to copy more data than ever when switching from iPhone to Android, and it might be able to copy more data than you get when moving between Android phones.

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John Sculley, Apple's most maligned CEO, was ousted 33 years ago
It took a little while for John Sculley to actually leave Apple, but his reign as CEO ended on June 18, 1993, bring to a close his story of financial hits and disasters, plus driving Steve Jobs out of the company.John Sculley in 2015 — image credit: Web SummitIf you can just stick around long enough, your reputation is likely to change. Today it's common to see ex-Apple CEO John Sculley praised, or at least described as having been unfairly treated by history.There are reasons to back that up, most specifically to do with how he didn't actually fire Steve Jobs as years of rumors would have it. That's a little bit hair-splitting, though, because the situation between the two men had deteriorated so badly, but it is true. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Home automation setup will be even easier thanks to Matter 1.6
With the 1.6 release, the Matter smart home standard is becoming more capable with streamlined setup, improved multi-ecosystem support, and expanded user preferences.Matter 1.6 makes onboarding and multi-ecosystem setups easier.Starting the week of June 15th, the Connectivity Standard Alliance has been hosting its first ever Unify conference in Austin, Texas. It's there the CSA made the announcement around Matter 1.6.As a precursor, Matter is a fairly new smart home standard that is intended to unify the various platform ecosystems. Matter devices can largely work seamlessly between Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, Apple Home, and more. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple TV celebrates the upcoming season three premiere of ‘Silo,’ starring Rebecca Ferguson
On Monday, June 15, Apple TV hosted a photo call for the upcoming third season of “Silo, starring and executive produced by Rebecca Ferguson… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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I tested the new Siri AI against Apple’s claims. Here’s how it went.
I replicated demos from Apple’s WWDC26 keynote, using questions based on my own personal context. Here's how the Siri AI test went. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Jamf announces new native AI Governance control plane for macOS
Today, Jamf announced the upcoming release of its AI Governance technology, a new capability within Jamf Pro designed to give IT and security teams visibility and control over Gen AI tools running on their managed Macs. The new feature functions as a native, macOS-level control that aims to bridge the IT gap between rapid employee adoption of AI technology and organizational security requirements.

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Seeing Siri AI in action has me excited for the future
Like a great many people, I’ve been impatiently waiting to leave the Siri AI waitlist, and that finally happened last night. It’s early, but what I’ve seen so far has me very excited for the future …

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New AirPods Pro firmware update fixes bugs — here’s how to get it now
Here's how to see if you have the latest AirPods firmware, which brings bug fixes, plus how to force an update if you don’t. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple's Silicon Valley real estate assets gain a $162M office building
Apple has, once more, increased its office space in Silicon Valley, doling out $162 million for a building in Sunnyvale at a sizable discount.684 W. Maude Avenue, Peery Park, Sunnyvale, California - Image credit: Google Street ViewMassive companies like Apple have a vested interest in expanding its property portfolio, creating space for its various projects to be worked on. After spending over a billion dollars in Sunnyvale and Cupertino over the last year, it has added one more building to its growing collection.The office building at 684 W. Maude Avenue in Peery Park was subleased by Apple a year ago, but ConnectCRE reports it's since been bought. The publication cites a Newmark Silicon Valley market report indicating the deal to buy the building closed in late 2025. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Commodore Callback Revives the Flip Phone for the Digital Detox Era
The Commodore Callback 8020 combines flip-phone nostalgia with modern communication tools for users seeking a simpler mobile experience. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.

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Matter 1.6 and Product Security 1.1 officially announced, here’s what’s new
The Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) today announced Matter 1.6 and Product Security 1.1, introducing several improvements to new smart home setup tools, better multi-ecosystem device sharing, and more. Here are the details.

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