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- 11:47 pmAdobe's 'Project Indigo' app will help you take better photos on your iPhone
A new initiative from Adobe aims to improve smartphone cameras and computational photography in general to give a more natural, SLR-like look to iPhone photography.Project Indigo can help dramatically reduce smartphone-camera deficiences. Image credit: AdobeA new paper from Adobe Fellow Marc Levoy and Senior Scientist Florian Kainz discusses their latest project, which is embodied in a new Project Indigo app available for iPhones. In addition to what the inventors hope is a more "natural" look, the project aims for the highest image quality possible on a mobile device.In the new research paper explaining the project, the pair detail their approach to achieving more authentic photo images. The app under-exposes more strongly than most camera apps, but also captures, aligns, and combines "more frames when producing each photo — up to 32 frames" in a single exposure. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:30 pmIndie App Spotlight: ‘ClosetLog’ helps you manage your wardrobe in a smarter way
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. ClosetLog provides you with all of the information you need to know about your wardrobe, and helps you make better decisions on what you should wear. It’s a useful little tool, and helps you balance what you’re wearing on a day-to-day basis. more…07:16 pmWhich MacBook should you buy in 2025?
MacBooks are great computers, but there’s a number of different varieties to think about. Between last gen hardware and all of the current models available now, it can feel like there’s a lot of options. Today, we’ll be breaking down which is right for you, depending on your budget and what you need it for. more…02:40 pmApple tells students ‘how to convince your parents to get you a Mac’ [Update: Removed]
Update, June 21: Apple has removed the video from YouTube. It’s not clear why. Original article, published June 20, below. Apple kicked off its annual Back to School promotion earlier this week, offering free AirPods and other accessories with the purchase of a new Mac or iPad. Now, as Back to School season ramps up, Apple has shared a humorous new video telling college students “how to convince your parents to get you a Mac.” more…02:25 pmOwen Wilson’s golf comedy Stick is an immediate hit
“Stick” season 1 stayed near the tops of the streaming ratings charts for a second week. And here’s what else is popular on Apple TV+. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:30 pmGet 14 handy utilities for Mac and PC for less than $20
Get 14 premium utility apps designed to make your daily tasks less frustrating in the Ultimate 14 Mac & Windows Utility App Bundle. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:15 pmI’m not typically an iPad fan, but the M4 iPad Pro changed my mind
For the longest time, I had believed that purchasing a new iPad at full price never made any sort of sense. Ultimately, you’re paying more than an equivalently spec’d , for less capability. It always felt like iPadOS was the key limiting factor for the iPad, not the hardware. However, I’ve now owned an M4 iPad Pro for nearly a year, and I can confidently say it’s changed how I feel towards iPads. And that’s before factoring in all of the great new features in iPadOS 26. more…01:00 pmHow iOS 26 will upgrade your AirPods experience
Apple will make your AirPods even better with iOS 26 with new features like Camera remote, superior audio recording and CarPlay integration. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:00 pmApple @ Work: iMazing Profile Editor 2 is still the Swiss Army knife app for Apple IT admins | 9 to 5 MacApple @ Work: iMazing Profile Editor 2 is still the Swiss Army knife app for Apple IT admins
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle 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. Managing Macs, iPads, and iPhones at scale continues to get easier as Apple continually addresses pain points year after year, but some parts of the job still feel more tedious than they should. For me, building configuration profiles is one of those tasks that I still sorta hate doing. It’s not overly complicated but can be time-consuming, especially when dealing with macOS app permissions and privacy settings. That’s where iMazing’s Profile Editor has been a Swiss Army knife tool for IT admins. With version 2, it became an even more useful tool for Apple IT admins. more…12:45 pmToday in Apple history: iOS 4 brings FaceTime and multitasking
On June 21, 2010, Apple released the first version of iOS 4. With FaceTime and other features, it brought big changes to iPhone and iPad. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)11:30 amYou might be able to buy a purple or green iPhone 17–but not both
Macworld Would you rather have a purple iPhone 17 or a green one? According to prominent leaker Majin Bu, Apple is currently testing both colors for the base iPhone 17 (the Pro models get different colors). The leaker says Apple is unlikely to choose both colors for the iPhone 17, with the company reportedly “leaning toward purple being the likely choice for release.” The new color will presumably arrive alongside the more typical colors (usually white and/or black, some shades of blue and pink are common). This year’s model comes in five flavors: Black, White, Pink, Teal, and Ultramarine. Apple previously released the iPhone 14 Pro in Deep Purple and the iPhone 12 and 12 mini in purple midway through its first year. Along with the new color, major changes are expected to come to the iPhone 17 line this year, including upgraded cameras, a new design with a horizontal camera array stretching across the back of the phone, the A19 processor, a 120Hz display, and more. You can follow along with all the rumors and leaks about Apple’s upcoming iPhones in our iPhone 17 superguide. Apple is expected to uneil its new phones in September.11:30 amReview: Logitech Flip Folio is a fun new iPad keyboard case, if you’re the right user
A few weeks ago, iPad Pro – called the . It takes a different approach, and certainly targets a new market that hasn’t quite been thought about before. more…08:41 amThe 16-inch M4 MacBook Pro 48GB 512GB is $300 Off
Get the same level of computing and hardware performance as a desktop with the M4 MacBook Pro. Today, the 16-inch model with 64GB of memory and 512GB storage is down to just $2,599 from its original price of $2,900 on Amazon. Apple’s premium laptop is a professional machine in many ways. First, there’s the M4 […] The post appeared first on iLounge.08:38 amApple Releases New ‘Hold That Train!’ Ad for Apple Arcade
A new video highlighting the Apple Arcade service has appeared on Apple’s official YouTube channel. ‘Hold That Train!’ is around 36 seconds in length and features iconic cartoon characters SpongeBob SquarePants, Sonic, Pac-Man, Hello Kitty, and other Apple Arcade characters. Joining them are people hurrying to catch a train. When the train arrives, the group […] The post appeared first on iLounge.08:37 amApple Launches New Apple Card Promo
New Apple Card applicants can get a nice bonus with Apple’s newest promotion. The limited offer runs from June 19 until July 7. Customers can get $100 Daily Cash for an accumulated purchase amount of at least $500 within 60 days after the account was opened. The promotion is only available through the online offer […] The post appeared first on iLounge.08:36 amFacebook Gains Passkeys Support
Facebook users will soon be able to log in to their accounts without having to enter their passwords. Meta announced that passwordless logins will soon debut on Facebook, which would be compatible with iPad and iPhone devices. The company will roll out support for both the social media app and Messenger, and it will be […] The post appeared first on iLounge.08:00 amIf you forgot to charge your Apple Watch last night, this magnetic charger lets you power up anywhere | MacworldIf you forgot to charge your Apple Watch last night, this magnetic charger lets you power up anywhere
Macworld We’ve all been there. You rush out the door and realize your Apple Watch didn’t make it onto the charger last night (or the charger wasn’t plugged in to begin with). Whether you’re heading into a busy day or traveling, a dead watch isn’t just inconvenient — it leaves you disconnected. That’s where this $19.99 (reg. $59.95) 2,000mAh power bank and Apple Watch charger comes in. This compact, keychain-sized charger is built specifically for Apple Watch users who need power on the go. It features a built-in magnetic charging module, eliminating the need for extra cables, and its 2,000mAh battery provides enough juice to fully charge your Apple Watch up to three times. You can even charge your iPhone at the same time, making it easy to keep your essential gear fully juiced. Designed to clip easily onto your keys, bag, or backpack, this portable charging solution is the kind of everyday essential you don’t realize you need until you’re stuck at 5%. It supports all Apple Watch models and recharges via USB-C, so it’s as modern and versatile as the gear you carry. Normally priced at $59.95, you can now get your own portable iPhone and Apple Watch charger for just $19.99. Grab it now while supplies still last. Charge Fob 2000mAh USB-C Power Bank & Apple Watch ChargerSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.04:42 amApple explores acquiring Perplexity AI to supercharge search
Apple executives have internally considered acquiring Perplexity AI to offer an AI-powered search engine in Safari on its devices. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:30 amApple Adds Energy and Battery Labels To iPhone and iPad Pages In EU
An anonymous reader quotes a report from MacRumors: To comply with a new regulation that takes effect today, Apple has added an energy efficiency label to its iPhone and iPad pages in EU countries. Apple is also required to start including a printed version of the label with the devices sold there. The label grades a given iPhone or iPad model's energy efficiency from a high of A to a low of G, based on the EU's testing parameters. However, Apple said that certain aspects of the testing methods outlined by the European Commission are "ambiguous," so it chose to be conservative with its scores until testing is standardized. In a 44-page document (PDF) detailing its testing methodology for the labels, Apple said its current iPhone models qualified for the highest energy efficiency grade of A, but the company voluntarily downgraded these scores to a B as a cautionary measure. The label also provides details about a given iPhone or iPad model's battery life per full charge cycle, repairability grade, impact resistance, ingress protection rating for water and dust resistance, and how many full charge cycles the battery is rated for. Likewise, this information is based on Apple's interpretation of the EU's testing parameters. On the web, the label can be viewed by clicking or tapping on the colorful little tag icon on various iPhone and iPad pages on Apple's localized websites for EU countries. It is shown on both Apple's main product marketing pages for all iPhone and iPad models that are currently sold in the EU, and on the purchase page for those devices. The label is accompanied by a product information sheet (PDF) that provides a comprehensive overview of even more details, such as the device's battery capacity in mAh, screen scratch resistance based on the Mohs hardness scale, the minimum guaranteed timeframe for availability of security updates, and much more. Read more of this story at Slashdot.Friday June 2010:59 pmiPhones and iPads now come with EU energy labels, here’s what they reveal
If you live in the European Union and visit Apple’s website today, you’ll notice a new information snippet alongside iPhones and iPads: colorful energy labels grading each model’s efficiency, durability, and repairability. This change isn’t voluntary, but rather Apple’s compliance with a new EU regulation that just went into effect. more…