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- 34 mins agoHow to lock apps, hide apps, and find them again in iOS 18
Before you use iOS 18's new ability to lock and hide apps, be sure you know how to find them again when you need them.All iOS 18 users now get a folder called Hidden in their App Library, whether they're hiding anything or notSince your iPhone is already protected by Face ID, it might seem like a case of belt and braces to then hide individual apps under the same biometric system, but it's a feature you'll use. It means you can unlock your iPhone to hand over to someone, but know, for instance, that they can't accidentally open your banking apps.It's up to you which apps you lock, if you lock any at all, but thereafter the process is the same. When anyone taps to open them, they are scanned by Face ID and only you are let in. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums44 mins agoTim Cook talks Apple Intelligence, ChatGPT, and … the Magic Mouse in post-WWDC interviews | 9 to 5 MacTim Cook talks Apple Intelligence, ChatGPT, and … the Magic Mouse in post-WWDC interviews
Following the WWDC keynote on Monday, Apple CEO Tim Cook sat down for interviews with iJustine, SuperSaf, and MKBHD to talk about iOS 18 and Apple Intelligence. Cook also touched on Apple’s partnership with OpenAI, plus his thoughts on some of Apple’s most iconic product announcements (and the Magic Mouse). more…57 mins agoCharge all your Apple gadgets with half off this handy Anker charging station
Macworld Listen, we all have about a gazillion gadgets, and charging them can be super messy. A charging station like Anker’s PowerWave 4-in-1 can be just the thing your desk or nightstand is missing. The best part is that the charging station is on clearance at Best Buy right now, and you can get it for a mere $61 instead of the regular $120. This versatile charging station can simultaneously accommodate your smartphone, AirPods, and Apple Watch, with an extra USB-C port for a fourth device. Imagine the convenience of having all your devices charged in one spot without the clutter of multiple cords or multiple charging devices. This station is also compatible with most cases, so you won’t need to remove protective covers to charge your devices. The PowerWave has you covered with most models, whether it’s a tough armor or a sleek case. With the Anker PowerWave 4-in-1 on clearance right now, we suggest you hurry up and place your order if you want to get it for $61. With the ability to charge multiple devices quickly and safely, it’s perfect for anyone seeking organization and Anker’s reliability. Buy the Anker PowerWave 4-in-1 charging station for $61 at Best BuyView deal at Best Buy Mobile Phone Chargers60 mins agoApple TV+ unveils trailer for all-new sci-fi coming-of-age series ‘Me,’ premiering July 12th | Mac Daily NewsApple TV+ unveils trailer for all-new sci-fi coming-of-age series ‘Me,’ premiering July 12th
Today, Apple TV+ released the trailer for the upcoming live-action sci-fi family series “Me,” an elevated cinematic coming-of-age story from… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.1 hour agoNew visionOS 2 updates are more significant than Apple initially implied
Apple's unveiling of visionOS 2 ended with its bento image summarizing its features. Here's what that graphic said, and what it means for the Apple Vision Pro.An Apple Vision Pro user in front of the visionOS bento graphicLike its other operating systems, Apple finished its exploration of visionOS 2 and its inbound changes with a bento graphic. Named after the compartmentalized food container, the bento image has been Apple's go-to for showing as many features as possible about a product or service.While it does highlight a large number of features, it doesn't do so in detail. Instead, it's only got a few words on each. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:10 pmApple regains title as world’s most valuable company after stock surge
Apple is again the world's most valuable publicly traded company. Learn how a surge in its share price is fueled by embracing AI. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:10 pmHere’s why you’ll need to upgrade your iPhone to get Apple Intelligence
Macworld If you were watching Apple demo the main features of Apple Intelligence during the WWDC keynote on Monday, you were likely thinking of all the ways you’d be able to use the new service on your iPhone this fall. However, when it was over many iPhone users were dismayed to learn it won’t work on their phone—Apple Intelligence is off limits to all but the newest and most expensive phones. While Macs and iPads going back to 2020 will get the benefits of Apple Intelligence, support for the iPhone range is restricted to the 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max. That leaves out two of Apple’s newest phones released just a few months ago as well as all older models still on sale and the iPhone SE. However, while it might seem like a strange decision since the A16 chip in the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus is plenty fast, a new report from Ming-Chi Kuo sheds some light on things. As he notes, the processor power of the A16 chip is actually higher than the M1 (17 trillion operations per second vs 11 TOPS), so the requirements aren’t about the CPU. Rather it has to do with memory: The A16 chip has 6GB of RAM versus at least 8GB on all of the Apple Intelligence devices. He breaks it down even further: “The demand for DRAM can be verified in another way. Apple Intelligence uses an on-device 3B LLM (which should be FP16, as the M1’s NPU/ANE supports FP16 well). After compression (using a mixed 2-bit and 4-bit configuration), approximately 0.7-1.5GB of DRAM needs to be reserved at any time to run the Apple Intelligence on-device LLM.” Rumors have previously claimed that all iPhone 16 models will have 8GB of RAM, and based on the Apple Intelligence requirements, that’s almost certainly the case. Kuo also assumes that future devices will likely start at 16GB of RAM as Apple Intelligence evolves “most likely to a 7B LLM.” Some smartphones, such as the OnePlus 12 and Xiaomi 14, already have 16GB of RAM. When Apple Intelligence arrives with iOS 18 this fall, it will still be in beta. However, reports have said it will nevertheless be a centerpiece feature of the iPhone 16. iPhone04:00 pmThis new 5K display features a touchscreen
Unlike Studio Display, the new Alogic Clarity 5K Touch display brings a touchscreen. It's one of several new Alogic display products. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:59 pmHere are all the new features that won’t arrive until iOS 18.1 or later
WWDC this year was packed with new features for Apple’s suite of software platforms. The company introduced a lot of enhancements coming this fall in iOS 18, visionOS 2, macOS Sequoia, and more. Apple also showcased features that are not coming this fall. But it wasn’t always clear what will arrive in 18.0, and what’s being saved for later this year or even some time in 2025. Here’s the full list of features we know won’t arrive until iOS 18.1 or later. more…03:49 pmSpace Black 13-inch M4 iPad Pro all-time low, 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro $300+ off, Apple Mac Studio, Nomad gear, more | 9 to 5 MacSpace Black 13-inch M4 iPad Pro all-time low, 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro $300+ off, Apple Mac Studio, Nomad gear, more
It’s time for more deals headlined by a new all-time low on the Space Black 13-inch M4 iPad Pro at $80 off the going rate alongside as much as $350 in savings on the matching M3 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro. From there, we switch gears to relatively rare deals on Mac Studio with M2 Max and even the Apple Mac Pro with M2 Ultra. But there’s a whole lot more waiting down below, from AirPods to accessories for your entire Apple kit, as well. more…03:30 pmLove it or hate it, this is a great way to store gear [Setups]
Some people love 'em and some hate 'em, but pegboards for setup storage make for a fantastic way to stow your gear. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:25 pmApple Quietly Improves Mac Virtualization in macOS 15 Sequoia
Apple's upcoming macOS 15 Sequoia will allow users to sign into iCloud and other Apple ID-related services from within virtual machines. This feature will be available for VMs running macOS 15 or newer, hosted on a Mac with macOS 15 or newer. ArsTechnica adds: But up until now, you haven't been able to sign into iCloud using macOS on a VM. This made the feature less useful for developers or users hoping to test iCloud features in macOS, or whose apps rely on some kind of syncing with iCloud, or people who just wanted easy access to their iCloud data from within a VM. Read more of this story at Slashdot.03:16 pmiOS 18 will show you what time it is even when your iPhone is dead
iOS 18 further expands on what your iPhone can show you even when it’s dead. Now, even if your iPhone is dead and powered off, you can still see the time on your screen. more…03:10 pmToday's top deals: Buy one, get one 50% off on Apple's HomePod mini, M1 MacBook Pro $619 | AppleInsiderToday's top deals: Buy one, get one 50% off on Apple's HomePod mini, M1 MacBook Pro $619
HomePod deals this aggressive are rare, but that isn't stopping Verizon from issuing a buy one, get one 50% off deal on the HomePod mini. Plus, grab an M1 MacBook Pro for cheap this Wednesday.To snag the HomePod mini offer, select from white, yellow, or blue and add two to your cart at Verizon. Then look for the $50 discount to be reflected in your shopping cart.You don't have to have a Verizon cellular plan to qualify, and Verizon is throwing in free 2-day shipping within the contiguous U.S. or free express store pickup. The compact HomePod mini is just 3.3 inches tall so it doesn't take up much room on your desk or countertop.Buy 1, get 1 50% off Continue Reading on AppleInsider03:04 pmApple Intelligence inches closer to Apple's 1987 Knowledge Navigator
Controversial Apple CEO John Sculley may yet be proven right in his predictions for the future. Apple Intelligence could be the last step toward his fictional Knowledge Navigator.Apple's 1987 concept of the future, and SiriKnowledge Navigator is a famous six-minute video created for John Sculley in 1987, and depicting life in what was meant to be the far future of around 2011. Sculley may be known first for ousting Steve Jobs, and perhaps for instigating the Newton MessagePad, but after that, it's his Knowledge Navigator video that he's remembered for.To be harsh, it was Sculley attempting to be seen as a visionary for the future. To be generous, he got a huge amount right — or at least, his team did. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:01 pmApple Intelligence delivers fresh emojis on demand
Apple this fall is taking emoji to an entirely new level. Mac, iPhone, and iPad users will get the ability to create original Genmoji to… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:47 pmToday in Apple history: Walt Mossberg shows off his prerelease iPhone
On June 12, 2007, WSJ journalist Walt Mossberg sent the Apple world into a tizzy by whipping out a prerelease iPhone review unit. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:23 pmJapan's parliament has approved a law that will force third party App Stores on Apple & Google | AppleInsiderJapan's parliament has approved a law that will force third party App Stores on Apple & Google
In a move very similar to the European Union, Japan's parliament has finished the process to enact a law that prohibits big tech from blocking third-party app stores.An Apple Store in JapanThe bill passed Japan's House of Representatives in may, and now the House of Councillors on Wednesday. Given existing procedure, it does not need to be signed into law by the Emperor.The intention of the bill is that it will facilitate competition and reduce app prices. Japan's government reportedly believes that Apple and Google are a duopoly, and that they charge developers high fees that are then passed on to users. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:19 pmHere are the apps Sherlocked by Apple during WWDC 2024
Every WWDC sees a number of apps Sherlocked by Apple – the colloquial term for Apple announcing new built-in features which replicate those previously available in third-party apps. It’s always a tough break for indie developers to see the market for their apps disappear with a wave of Tim Cook’s hand, and this year is no exception … more…02:16 pmApple is again the world’s most valuable company
Apple blew past Microsoft to one again claim the mantle of the world's most valuable company by market capitalization propelled by two of… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.