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- 11:12 pmSunday Reboot: Dear Hair Force One, help us all out at WWDC
Dear Craig: Your operating systems need some help, and we all know it. Hopefully, WWDC won't just be a massive AI push.Craig Federighi, during one of the traditional WWDC skits. I know it's a bit weird writing to you, as you'd expect I'd be appealing to Tim Cook. He's in a bit of a transition period right now, probably telling John Ternus where the keys to the executive volleyball court are kept and other important matters.At the same time, you are the most appropriate person to write to about WWDC. It's practically your event, since it deals primarily with big software changes that everyone will be able to use later in the year. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:22 pmHow to exorcise your HomePod and HomePod mini of 'ghost touches'
Some owners of the HomePod and HomePod mini have been startled awake by music playing from their devices in the middle of the night. There are some things you can do to stop ghost or phantom touches firing up audio at random.The HomePod displayThe HomePod and HomePod mini are largely hands-free devices. Most of the time, you're directly interacting with them by voice, or through HomeKit, or using AirPlay.All models also include a touch-sensitive display in the top. While you could keep yelling at HomePod Siri to change volumes, you can also tap the display to do the same thing, or to trigger Siri manually. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:53 pmRetinaDesk Reviews 5K and 6K Displays from a Mac Perspective
Shopping for a 5K or 6K Retina display for your Mac? Parish Khan’s RetinaDesk site offers detailed, Mac-focused reviews of every monitor that hits Apple’s 218 PPI density threshold, plus comparison tools and buying guides—all tested on current Apple silicon hardware.04:21 pmLongtime leaker joins others in saying Apple Glasses won't arrive until late 2027
The Apple smart glasses with cameras and no heads-up display have been rumored for the end of 2026, but could now come at the end of 2027 instead. Though that's not the whole story.Apple's smart glasses ambitions don't stop at speakers and microphonesRumors about Apple's smart glasses effort have been increasing in frequency since 2024, but primarily from a single source. One other highly accurate source that has been in play since 2023 has offered a differing timeline, until now.According to the Bloomberg newsletter "Power On," Apple is pushing back its smart glasses release to late 2027 after hitting some development snags. While Mark Gurman didn't offer his usual derogatory pile-on of Apple's internal struggles, the timeline shift comes as a bit of a surprise. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:07 pmSurprising nobody, Apple's already working on iOS 28, macOS 28
Apple is already developing its 2027 updates for iOS 28, iPadOS 28, macOS 28, and its other operating systems. This is entirely unsurprising.The launch of iOS 26 at WWDC 25 - Image Credit: AppleAs a major operating system producer and hardware manufacturer, it has to work long in advance to perfect its releases. While it has a lengthy schedule for products like the iPhone and Mac lineups, it can take just as long to get software out the door.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman writes that Apple has already kicked off development for the 2027 operating system updates. Indeed, he is told that software engineering teams are at the stage where they develop individual features, apps, and enhancements. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:33 pmApple TV, HomePod mini updates are waiting for Siri's upgrade
Apple's home hardware is about to get a shake-up this fall. While the Apple TV gets a bit of a performance boost, the HomePod mini will get a bunch more Siri functionality.A HomePod mini on a HomePodApple has long been rumored to be working on a new HomeHub, but other household tech will get updates soon. That includes the Apple TV and the HomePod mini.According to Mark Gurman's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg on Sunday, Apple has sat on new hardware for the two models for months. Indeed, they're already being actively used by Apple employees at Apple Park. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:13 pmApple AI glasses launch pushed back to late 2027, Vision Air to arrive by 2029: report
Apple has been working on AI smart glasses for a little while, both to compete against Meta Ray-Bans and to provide a hardware platform for Siri and its Visual Intelligence features. While they were originally set to be announced at the end of this year and debut early next year, that’s now been delayed, with a launch now set to take place by the end of 2027, per Bloomberg. On the flip side of things, a cheaper and lighter version of Apple Vision Pro, dubbed Vision Air, may arrive as soon as 2028, potentially 2029. more…02:54 pmFirst Apple first smart glasses may not arrive until late 2027
You will have to wait another year for Apple's smart glasses, with their launch supposedly only happening in late 2027. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:51 pmLike Apple Watch at start, Apple's smart glasses plan will challenge the entire industry | AppleInsiderLike Apple Watch at start, Apple's smart glasses plan will challenge the entire industry
Apple's initial plan for smart glasses is to take on just about every eyewear manufacturer, smart and not, with design and just a little bit of iPhone integration.Apple is gunning for the glasses industry with its smart eyewear - Image Credit: Pexels/Gustavo FringThe whole Apple Glass endeavor has focused mainly on the still-far-off augmented reality smart glasses. However, with a second version without AR expected to arrive in 2026 or 2027, Apple is trying to break into the wider glasses market.According to Mark Gurman in Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Apple isn't going to try and attract just those who want smart glasses. It's instead attempting to take on the overall glasses market. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:32 pmToday in Apple history: Newspaper replaces photo staff with iPhones
On May 31, 2013, the Chicago newspaper fired all 28 of its photographers, pledging to train other staffers to shoot iPhone photos. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:32 pmSlimmer & lighter Apple Vision Pro is at least two years away
Apple is said to be continuing work on a next-generation Apple Vision Pro in parallel with smart glasses, but it won't launch until 2028 or 2029.Apple's current Apple Vision Pro.Rumors of a second generation Apple Vision Pro have been circulating practically since the first model came out. Unsurprisingly, those rumors were a wishlist with the device being lighter, slimmer, and of course also have a reduced price.Now according to Bloomberg, all of these are being worked on. However, to fit with its previous report that Apple had given up on the headset, this new claim says Apple Vision Pro is on ice. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:31 pmReport: New Apple TV, HomePod mini set to launch this fall; Siri Remote ‘refresh’ possible | 9 to 5 MacReport: New Apple TV, HomePod mini set to launch this fall; Siri Remote ‘refresh’ possible
According to the HomePod mini later this year – alongside the long-awaited release of next-generation Siri in iOS 27. These devices will largely be chip upgrades, though the Apple TV 4K may get an updated Siri Remote. more…02:10 pmWhy AirTag 2 makes an even better pet tracker
Keep your pet safe with the AirTag 2 pet tracker. It's even better than the original at locating your cat or dog if they wander too far away. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)11:32 amCrime blotter: Man arrrested for $31,000 iPhone theft
London iPhone theft victims have reported threats, AirTag catches a burglar in Pittsburgh, and California prisoners did not receive iPads, all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter.Man in cuffs - Image Credit: PixabayThe latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:00 amTurn your phone into a full document scanner with lifetime iScanner access for $24.97
Macworld TL;DR: Get lifetime access to the iScanner App for iOS for $24.97 (MSRP $199.90) through June 14 and turn your phone into a powerful all-in-one document scanner. Nearly everything we deal with today lives in digital form — from schoolwork and contracts to receipts and paperwork — which means your iPhone has essentially become a pocket-sized office. New users can get lifetime access to the iScanner App for $24.97, down from $199.90, until June 14. Whether you’re a student managing class notes, a small business owner processing receipts, or a remote worker signing and sending contracts, iScanner has the tools to streamline your day. It doesn’t just scan — it enhances, edits, converts, and protects your documents, too. You can digitize paperwork, remove background noise, recognize text in over 20 languages, and even solve math problems using AI-powered scanning modes. This isn’t your average scanner. iScanner includes features like: Full PDF editing: Add signatures, text, watermarks, or blur sensitive info. Smart file organization: Use drag-and-drop folders and password-protected storage. Specialized scan modes: Tackle everything from passports and ID cards to QR codes and equations. Trusted by over 100 million users, iScanner is a pocket-sized document studio. Whether you’re creating expense reports on the subway or scanning your kid’s permission slip in the school pickup line, this app gets it done — no clunky printer needed. Get lifetime access to iScanner for iOS for just $24.97 (MSRP $199.90) through June 14. iScanner App: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amThis PDF editor lasts for life, and today only, it’s just $35
Macworld TL;DR: Stop paying monthly for Adobe Acrobat and get a PDF Agile lifetime subscription on sale for $35 through May 31. Adobe Acrobat isn’t the only PDF editor on the market, and when you factor in the cumulative cost of a subscription, it’s definitely not the best deal. If you want a smarter way to approach working with one of the most common file formats in the world, try a tool like PDF Agile that gives you lifetime access for a single flat fee. Today only, it’s $34.97 to get PDF Agile for life. PDF Agile is simple and easy to use. It can edit text, images, or scanned files directly, and convert between PDF and Microsoft Office formats without losing your fonts or formatting. If you work with a lot of documents, there are tools to merge files, split them up, reorder pages, crop layouts, and even reduce file size without sacrificing quality. OCR is also included, so you can extract text from images or scanned documents with just a few clicks. The app includes a full set of annotation tools like highlighting, freehand drawing, and comment bubbles, along with features to redact sensitive content or add electronic signatures. You can also use slideshow mode to present your PDFs without having to convert them into PowerPoint. PDF Agile runs on Macs, and each license works on two devices. Once activated, your access is permanent, with updates included and no recurring fees. Stop paying every month for the same product. Get a PDF Agile lifetime subscription on sale for $34.97. Sale ends 11:59 p.m. PT on May 31. PDF Agile Premium: All-in-One Lifetime Subscription (Windows & Mac)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amApple TV 4K on track to break a record no one wants to see happen
It makes sense that Apple TV 4K customers are vocal about the lack of new hardware. The current set-top box, introduced in 2022, runs the risk of breaking a record no one wants to see happen. more…Saturday May 3007:57 pmMystery Beats headphones appear around Lamine Yamal's neck
A new pair of Beats headphones are on the way, as a new unnamed model surfaces in a series of Instagram posts by football star Lamine Yamal.A still from a video showing the new unannounced Beats headphones - Image Credit: Lamine YamalOn May 23, some mystery headphones appeared in an FCC filing, indicating a new pair was coming out of Cupertino. One week later, an Instagram post has shown that it's from Beats.The shots on the official account for Lamine Yamal showed the sporting celebrity wearing and carrying around some bright pink headphones. In the four photographs and one video, the headphones are either around his neck or hanging off a bag to his side. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:57 pmMystery Beats headphones appear around Lamine Yamal's neck
A new pair of Beats headphones are on the way, as a new unnamed model surfaces in a series of Instagram posts by football star Lamine Yamal.A still from a video showing the new unannounced Beats headphones - Image Credit: Lamine YamalOn May 23, some mystery headphones appeared in an FCC filing, indicating a new pair was coming out of Cupertino. One week later, an Instagram post has shown that it's from Beats.The shots on the official account for Lamine Yamal showed the sporting celebrity wearing and carrying around some bright pink headphones. In the four photographs and one video, the headphones are either around his neck or hanging off a bag to his side. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:57 pmMystery Beats headphones appear around Lamine Yamal's neck
A new pair of Beats headphones are on the way, as a new unnamed model surfaces in a series of Instagram posts by football star Lamine Yamal.A still from a video showing the new unannounced Beats headphones - Image Credit: Lamine YamalOn May 23, some mystery headphones appeared in an FCC filing, indicating a new pair was coming out of Cupertino. One week later, an Instagram post has shown that it's from Beats.The shots on the official account for Lamine Yamal showed the sporting celebrity wearing and carrying around some bright pink headphones. In the four photographs and one video, the headphones are either around his neck or hanging off a bag to his side. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums