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- 08:52 pmApple's expanded child safety features aren't going to protect kids from everything
Apple's efforts to expand parental controls are a good start, and legally required soon. Like all safety systems, it's only as strong as its weakest link.All the tools in the world can't keep kids safe online if they're only used sometimes and by some users.On Monday, Apple spent 30 minutes of the WWDC 2026 discussing its latest updates to Child Accounts. These updates are designed to make using iPhone, iPad, and Mac safer for users under 18.But how good are these features, really? Let's break down what each one is, how it works, and why a lot of it ultimately doesn't matter. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:36 pmiOS 26 adoption grows, but still lags slightly behind iOS 18
Earlier this year, Apple updated its iOS and iPadOS usage figures, showing adoption just a smidge behind iOS 18 and iOS 17 in the months after their releases. Here are the updated numbers. more…08:06 pmNew BenQ Glossy Monitor for Mac fills hole in Apple display lineup
The new BenQ MA320UG 120Hz Glossy Monitor for Mac fills a hole in Apple's display lineup for certain users at an appealing price. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:02 pmWhatsApp to drop support for these older iOS and iPadOS versions later this year
Meta has announced that, starting November 30, 2026, WhatsApp will raise its minimum requirements for running on iPhones and iPads. Here are the details. more…08:00 pmApple’s iPhone momentum shines bright: 19.7% YoY production surge positions it for market leadership amid industry headwinds | Mac Daily NewsApple’s iPhone momentum shines bright: 19.7% YoY production surge positions it for market leadership amid industry headwinds
In a quarter where the broader smartphone industry grappled with softening demand and rising component costs, Apple's iPhone has once again… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:50 pmTime Capsule support is dead in macOS 27, but you can keep the hardware alive
Apple has terminated support for AFP in macOS 27, effectively killing off the Time Capsule. However, affected owners might be able to revive their hardware.AirPort devices that Apple used to produce. Now, Time Capsule isn't supported in macOS 27. A long-discontinued network storage device, Time Capsules gave Mac users a way to back up over a home network using Time Machine. While the hardware hasn't been available for quite a few years, support continued up to macOS 26.However, as warned in macOS Sequoia 15, support for the Apple Filing Protocol, AFP, was being deprecated and removed in a future macOS release. That turned out to be macOS 27, thanks to a notice in macOS 26 warning about the end of support for AirPort Disk and other Time Capsule disks. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:32 pmXcode 27 expands agentic coding toolset with Gemini integration
Starting with Xcode 27, developers will be able to natively use Google Gemini, in addition to Claude Code and OpenAI Codex, to plan, write, and review code. Here are the details. more…07:26 pmThis AI-powered PDF editor gives you the tools you require (and some you didn’t know you needed) | Cult of MacThis AI-powered PDF editor gives you the tools you require (and some you didn’t know you needed)
PDNob Pro PDF Editor combines AI-powered PDF chat tools, OCR, editing, conversion, signing, annotation and cloud storage across Mac, Windows and iPhone. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:51 pmiPhone 18 Pro: Three new features might make you want to upgrade
iPhone 18 Pro is coming this fall, and three new features could be among the top upgrade motivators for Apple’s latest flagship model. more…06:45 pmApple quietly axes long-neglected Walkie-Talkie app from Apple Watch in watchOS 27 beta | Mac Daily NewsApple quietly axes long-neglected Walkie-Talkie app from Apple Watch in watchOS 27 beta
Apple has made a low-key but notable change in the first developer beta of watchOS 27: the Walkie-Talkie app is gone… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:33 pmmacOS 27 warning: Your Intel apps are nearly dead
Macworld As each day goes by, we come closer and closer to the absolute end of Intel-based tech on the Mac. macOS Tahoe is the last version to have any support for Intel-based Macs (it’s only a few models, at that). Not only does macOS Golden Gate not support Intel-based Macs at all, but it also has a feature that warns that the clock is ticking for apps built specifically for Intel processors. In Golden Gate’s System Settings > About, the macOS section has a new Intel-based Apps tab. Click on the associated Details button, and you’ll find a list of any Intel apps on your Mac that have been opened in the past year. As the heading for the list states, “Intel-based apps running on Rosetta will not open in macOS 28. The following apps need to be updated for Apple silicon. An update may be available on the developer’s website.” When you move the cursor over an app in the list, a button appears, giving you the option to show the app in the Finder, or to move it to the Trash. A Learn more link take you to a support document explaining the end of Rosetta, Apple tech for running Intel apps on Apple silicon. If you’re using such an app, the clock is ticking. You can use it for now, but if you decide to update to macOS 28 next year, it won’t work anymore without an update. At least you have a good amount of time to find one.06:18 pmiOS 27 gives FaceTime huge upgrade with this powerful new feature
iOS 27 brings exciting new features to Messages, Apple Notes, Wallet, and more. But FaceTime is getting one of the biggest upgrades thanks to a powerful new Dual Camera feature for iPhone 17 and newer. more…06:15 pmMorgan Stanley boosts Apple price target to $360 after WWDC 2026; sees 51% upside as AI narrative takes center stage | Mac Daily NewsMorgan Stanley boosts Apple price target to $360 after WWDC 2026; sees 51% upside as AI narrative takes center stage
In the wake of Apple’s annual WWDC, Morgan Stanley’s Eric Woodring this week maintained his Outperform (Buy) rating while raising both… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:15 pmApple Music gets compelling upgrades in iOS 27
Apple Music gets a significant refresh in iOS 27, with visual changes, smarter AutoMix, translation upgrades and behind-the-scenes fixes. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:00 pmGrab AirPods Pro 3 at the best price ever: Just $179
Apple's high-end, noise-canceling earbuds already provide incredible value, and this AirPods Pro 3 deal makes them way more affordable. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:00 pmmacOS 27 Beta Boots Asahi Linux Off Apple Silicon
The Asahi Linux team is warning Apple Silicon users not to upgrade to the macOS 27 beta because Apple's changes to the boot picker and Startup Disk app make Asahi partitions invisible, preventing Linux from booting. The Register reports: The team added: "If you insist on trying out macOS 27 as soon as possible, please ensure you install a secondary copy of macOS 26 first, or install macOS 27 itself on a secondary volume." They've also updated the installer to prevent installs from running on macOS 27 for now. For anyone who ignored all of the above, "we will not support users who have installed the macOS 27 beta without ensuring at least one stable version of macOS is installed." Considering macOS 27 is in beta, the issue may be accidental rather than an attempt by Apple to block Linux on its hardware. The Asahi team said it has filed bug report. The good news for anyone who pulled the trigger on installing the macOS 27 beta is that although the partition might not be visible, it hasn't gone anywhere. The Asahi team wrote: "If you have already upgraded to the beta and noticed that your Asahi partition has disappeared, do not stress. Your Asahi partition is still there, and you have not lost any data." Read more of this story at Slashdot.05:43 pmApple’s AirPods Pro 3 crash to an all-time low price of $179
Macworld Apple AirPods Pro 3 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; }); })(); Usually on sale for $199, Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 have dropped all the way down to $179 at Walmart, a whopping $70 cut on an absolutely amazing pair of earbuds. This is the lowest price we’ve ever seen on these buds, which makes the Pro 3 even easier to recommend. The noise cancellation feature is what you’ll love most about these earbuds. These earbuds block out far more than earlier models, and that difference shows up exactly where you want it, such as on noisy commutes, crowded flights, or an open office where you’re trying to focus. It’s not just the noise-cancelling part that shines with this new model, but also the transparency mode, which is also something we note in our 4.5-star review. We gave the AirPods Pro 3 our Editors’ Choice award for good reason, praising the sound, the silence, and the improved battery life. Battery life holds its own, with up to 8 hours on noise cancellation or 10 in Transparency mode, which is more than enough for long days and travel. One of the coolest features about these earbuds is the new sensors that help with health metrics. Built-in heart rate tracking across 50 workout types is definitely a nice bonus, especially if you don’t love wearing a smartwatch while exercising. If you’re not that fond of the way silicone-tipped earbuds feel in your ear, then the AirPods Pro will not be for you. The regular AirPods 4 with ANC (on sale for $149) will do just fine. And while the noise-cancelling won’t be as good and you won’t get as many features, the comfort might be worth it. At $179, however, these AirPods Pro are an easy pick for iPhone owners who want top-tier noise cancellation and hearing health features in one set.05:30 pmHands on: Sidecar previews a full touch interface for macOS 27
Sidecar in macOS 27 finally allows you to use your finger to navigate macOS apps from your iPad's screen, without needing an Apple Pencil. Here's how it works, with one key limitation.Touch is better in Sidecar for macOS 27 and iPadOS 27Sidecar is a feature of macOS that lets you extend your Mac's display onto an iPad's screen. For road warriors with a MacBook Pro, it was an invaluable way to get a multi-screen desktop while on the go.While Sidecar has been around for quite a while, it hasn't really undergone that much of a change. For macOS 27 and iPadOS 27, that seemed to be the case at first glance. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:26 pmiOS 27 just broke 15 years of muscle memory on iPhone and iPad
Since iOS 5 in 2011, the iPhone and iPad have included Notification Center, a central place to find alerts from various apps in chronological order. Starting with iOS 27, Apple is making a major change to how users open Notification Center on iPhone and iPad. more…05:04 pmHere’s everything new for Apple Notes in iOS 27
iOS 27 adds new features for CarPlay, the Messages app, and a lot more, including a handful of Apple Notes upgrades. Here’s what’s new for Apple Notes in iOS 27. more…