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- Tuesday April 28
- 03:21 amKey takeaways after testing out SpeakON, an AI-powered dictation iPhone accessory
Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve had the opportunity to test SpeakON, a magnetic, AI-powered dictation accessory that snaps onto the back of the iPhone and refines transcriptions based on preset preferences. Here’s how it did. more…01:11 amApple accused of discriminating against unionized Towson workers
Following Apple’s decision to close its first-ever unionized store, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union) has filed an unfair labor practice charge with the National Labor Relations Board. Here are the details. more…Monday April 2711:54 pmBambu Lab H2C review: the Cadillac of 3D printers
Bambu Lab's H2C 3D printer is a powerhouse built for professionals, easy enough for beginners to use, and comes with a price tag to match.Bambu Lab H2C 3D printerIt's been a minute since I've done any 3D printing. A couple of years ago, I got to try out the Ender 3 Neo, which I thought was neat, but ultimately couldn't justify keeping around.I thought maybe 3D printing wasn't for me. As it turns out, I was very, very wrong. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:03 pm9to5Mac Daily: April 27, 2026 – iOS 26.4.2, more on Ternus and Cook
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 Bitwarden: Make your life easier with Bitwarden, featuring a secure, open source password manager with end-to-end encryption and seamless autofill across all your devices. more…10:27 pmHere’s what Apple showcased at ICLR 2026, one of the world’s biggest AI conferences
The fourteenth International Conference on Learning Representation (ICLR) is wrapping up today in Rio de Janeiro, closing out nearly a week of presentations, debates, and research showcases from leading AI scientists across academia and the tech industry, including Apple. Here’s what the company presented. more…10:03 pmJoanna Stern Launches Independent Media Outlet New Things
Tech journalist Joanna Stern has left The Wall Street Journal to launch an independent media outlet called New Things, promising columns, videos, and the same blend of technical accuracy and entertainment.Read original article09:41 pmApp Store annual subscriptions get new discounted monthly option
If that one big sum per year for an annual app subscription is too much to pay at once, the App Store will let you break that into monthly payments.Apple is making it easier to get annual subscription discountsSubscription revenue has become an integral part of Apple Services. Developers have a few ways to draw customers into long-term usage and bigger payouts, but they require big up-front financial commitments.Apple has revealed a new payment option that could help developers offer better discounts while still getting a long-term commitment from the user. It works by offering the user an annual discount that is paid for over 12 months. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:20 pmNotepad++ Finally Lands On macOS as a Native App
BrianFagioli writes: Notepad++ has finally made its way to macOS, and this time it is not through a compatibility layer. A new community-driven port brings the long-standing Windows text editor over as a fully native Mac application, built with Cocoa and compiled for both Apple Silicon and Intel systems. Instead of relying on Wine or similar tools, the project replaces the Windows-specific interface with a macOS-native one while keeping the core editing engine intact, allowing longtime users to retain the same workflow, shortcuts, and overall feel. The port is independent from the original Notepad++ project but tracks upstream changes closely, with development happening in the open. It is code-signed and notarized, and notably avoids telemetry or ads. Plugin support is being rebuilt for macOS and is still evolving, but the groundwork is in place. While macOS already has several established editors, this effort is aimed squarely at users who want the familiar Notepad++ experience without relearning a new tool. You can download the app here. Read more of this story at Slashdot.09:17 pmMagSafe Monday: Scosche’s 2-in-1 Qi2 mount is the perfect car companion for summer travel | 9 to 5 MacMagSafe Monday: Scosche’s 2-in-1 Qi2 mount is the perfect car companion for summer travel
When you are looking for a MagSafe car mount, you usually have to make a hard choice right at the start of your shopping decisions. Do you want a vent mount or a dashboard mount? Vent mounts are great because they are easy to move between cars and avoid the need for adhesives on your car’s dash, but they can sometimes block your airflow. Dashboard mounts offer a more permanent feel but can be harder to get right. Scosche decided to skip that debate entirely with the Scosche MagicMount Charge Pro, which includes both options in the box. I prefer the vent mount because I love helping keep my iPhone cool on summer trips, where it can overheat by letting my AC keep it cool while it’s keeping my car cold. more…09:16 pmApple introduces monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment on the App Store
Last month, we reported that iOS 26.5 beta 1 hinted at new App Store subscription options. Today, Apple has made that official, with developers now able to set up and test monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment ahead of the public rollout. Here are the details. more…09:01 pmApple TV is about to have two highly acclaimed new comedies airing at once
Apple TV recently debuted one of its best-reviewed series of the year in Margo’s Got Money Troubles, and now another new comedy is about to premiere that’s also highly acclaimed—with more coming. more…09:00 pmHow to find a ton of WWDC 2026 community-led events
While Apple's keynote video is typically the most memorable part of WWDC, Apple has shown off how and where developers can participate in a bunch of community events across the globe before and after the conference.More than 20 community-driven events will be held before and after WWDC 2026.Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is held in June each year, at Apple Park in California. The company uses its annual event to preview new versions of its major operating systems, with iOS 27 and more expected to debut on June 8.In-person WWDC attendees are selected through a lottery program, but even those who didn't win will have access to conference-adjacent and community-hosted events. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:00 pmApple TV’s ‘Slow Horses’ and ‘Vietnam: The War That Changed America’ win 2026 BAFTA Television Craft Awards | Mac Daily NewsApple TV’s ‘Slow Horses’ and ‘Vietnam: The War That Changed America’ win 2026 BAFTA Television Craft Awards
Last night, Apple TV was recognized with two wins at the 2026 BAFTA Television Craft Awards, as Will Smith landed for “Slow Horses” and… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:34 pmFindYourTag Website Catalogs the Expanding Find My Ecosystem
Glenn Fleishman has cataloged the surprisingly diverse ecosystem of Find My-compatible products—now numbering over 70—and built a comparison website to help you navigate the options.Read original article08:27 pmApple TV surveys subscribers about content quality, variety, and interest in sports
Apple is surveying a subset of Apple TV subscribers about how they feel the service is performing, covering content quality and variety, as well as the importance of awards and sports to their overall experience. Here are the details. more…08:21 pmApple’s new MacBook Ultra could be exactly what I’ve been wanting
Earlier today, a new report said Apple’s forthcoming MacBook Pro overhaul will actually be called the MacBook Ultra. Here’s why the new Mac sounds like the exact kind of model I’ve been wanting. more…08:21 pmApple’s new MacBook Ultra could be exactly what I’ve been wanting
Earlier today, a new report said Apple’s forthcoming MacBook Pro overhaul will actually be called the MacBook Ultra. Here’s why the new Mac sounds like the exact kind of model I’ve been wanting. more…08:21 pmApple’s new MacBook Ultra could be exactly what I’ve been wanting
Earlier today, a new report said Apple’s forthcoming MacBook Pro overhaul will actually be called the MacBook Ultra. Here’s why the new Mac sounds like the exact kind of model I’ve been wanting. more…08:21 pmApple’s new MacBook Ultra could be exactly what I’ve been wanting
Earlier today, a new report said Apple’s forthcoming MacBook Pro overhaul will actually be called the MacBook Ultra. Here’s why the new Mac sounds like the exact kind of model I’ve been wanting. more…07:38 pmWWDC 2026: Apple highlights community events in California during keynote week
WWDC 2026 is six weeks away, and we’re looking forward to Apple’s big iOS 27 reveal with a healthy side of AI-infused Siri. You don’t need a WWDC ticket to enjoy many of the developer events happening around Apple’s conference in June either. more…