Under-display selfie camera and Face ID pushed back to 2027
The latest rumor concerning the iPhone screen says that that Dynamic Island will finally disappear in the iPhone 20 Pro as Apple introduces an under-display camera and Face ID sensor.We may get to say goodbye to the Dynamic Island with the iPhone 20 ProThere has been a continual back and forth of rumors concerning Apple moving its front-facing selfie camera underneath the iPhone display. Recently, leaker Digital Chat Station claimed that Apple was not going to do this, and instead would have a small hole-punch style design.Now the same leaker is back saying that Apple will get the camera under the display — but in 2027. Writing on the Chinese social media site Weibo, he or she said (in translation) that "the under-screen front-facing plan of Apple's straight board machine is in 2027." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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When we need it the most, Apple is starting to Think Different again
Macworld Welcome to the latest instalment of the popular gameshow “AI, or just crap?” Okay, it’s the first instalment, but stick with me. Our contestant this week is the new illustrated edition of A Feast For Crows by George RR Martin, which has faced a mid-size backlash for the quality of its artwork. The images get important details wrong (or leave them out entirely), in some cases look remarkably similar to actors from the TV show or unofficial fan art, and have the usual anatomical peculiarities, generic expressions, and lighting characteristic of generative AI. Numerous one-star reviews complain about the use of AI, which, given the author’s position on the technology, would seem extraordinarily tone-deaf. (A Redditor has exhaustively detailed the reasoning behind this accusation, but an earlier thread was taken down presumably for legal reasons so apologies if it’s not there any more by the time you read this.) To be clear, we don’t know if AI was used in the making of the book (although, as one reviewer observes, it would almost be worse if it wasn’t). But such arguments are becoming tediously commonplace. Time and time again, companies, thrilled by the idea of saving money and chasing the zeitgeist at the same time, have the brainwave of firing their artists and getting the work done, horribly, by AI. The future of art, not for the first time, is at stake. Which made it particularly interesting last week to hear that Apple took a radically different approach when making a new identity for its rebranded Apple TV (formerly TV+) streaming service. Rather than getting it done by AI or even CGI, the company used a glass model and human ingenuity. How quaint. Compare this Luddite behavior with Coca-Cola, which has again used generative AI to make an awful Christmas ad this year; Nike, which used AI at the start of this year to simulate Serena Williams playing awful tennis against herself; or Vodafone, which earlier this fall employed an AI spokesperson to advertise a promotion awfully. This isn’t just surprising because it bucks the trend of the currently AI-obsessed advertising and marketing industries as a whole. It goes against Apple’s own recent habits, too. The company is just as obsessed with AI as anyone. It might not be doing very well with its efforts in that department, but you can be sure they remain a top priority. The M5 chip was heralded last month not for its superior all-around processing powers but as “the next big leap in AI performance,” and only last week we heard that Apple Intelligence is coming for Apple Maps. So what’s changed? Personally, I’m inclined to wonder how much this decision was influenced by the Crush! ad controversy (or, in my view, total non-controversy) last year. If you’ll recall, Apple was widely criticised for putting art supplies, musical instruments, and similar creative objects into a hydraulic press and, well, crushing them completely flat… until an iPad Pro was left at the end. (It seems pretty clear that at least some CGI was involved, but this wasn’t made clear at the time. who knows, maybe that’s actually how each iPad Pro is made?) This simple symbolic conceit was taken as an insult to the creative professions and, in the words of one British actor, “the destruction of the human experience.” Apple, it was assumed, wanted to get rid of art and artists and replace them with a soulless tech device. And Apple, which makes a lot of money selling soulless tech devices to artists who then carry on being artists, hurried to emphasise that it doesn’t want that at all. And now it’s backing this up by making a high-profile marketing tool without the use of any technology at all. Other than, you know, an extremely high-end camera. So no, this probably doesn’t represent Apple turning its back on AI once and for all. It’s a clever bit of Cupertino marketing magic: a nice new identity for Apple TV that grabs publicity by being talked about for its low-tech creation, while also reminding everyone that the company loves artists and certainly doesn’t want to shove them in a hydraulic press. We shouldn’t read much more into it than that. But I will say this. Art is in a tough spot right now. And in a small way, Apple just made a public statement that the quality of art matters, and that we need to support artists. It’s not much, but it’s more than I would have expected when I first used Genmoji on my iPhone. Foundry Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but it’s cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too. Have your say: The Liquid Glass debate After last week’s article about the death of Liquid Glass, I received lots of emails defending Apple’s controversial design language. Who knew it was so popular? “I actually like Liquid Glass,” said Patrick. “No plans to modify it.” Jay, meanwhile, said he thinks it’s “really cool” and smiles every time he sees it in effect. “I hope it does not go away,” he adds. Charlie, meanwhile, simply told me: “I LOVE Liquid Glass. Just sayin’.” The strongest defence came from Miro. “I myself, for what it’s worth, like Liquid Glass very much,” he wrote. “It’s a step up from a time-worn, seen-it-all GUI which ran its course some time ago. I’m 66 years old and my eyes are far from their prime, but I have no issues reading Liquid Glass. Give it time, David. It may become another Apple failure, as you’ve proclaimed, but maybe even you will be taken by surprise.” But not everyone was on Team Liquid Glass. One reader who asked to remain anonymous wrote in to say: “You have to wonder why Apple always makes these ‘improvements’ mandatory with subsequent reductions, rather than make them opt-in when they’re developed. I’m just an ordinary (though proficient) computer user, not a real techie, and I could tell from the beginning of this thing that it wasn’t going to be very useful or popular.” John too is less than convinced by the interface, and compared it the pros and cons of Windows Vista. “Liquid Glass brings a nice visual touch to what has mostly been the same old design flare,” he wrote. “Unfortunately, it has also made things visually challenging at times, at least for me, a 62-year-old with vision not exactly the best. I am torn between keeping the visual effects enabled or choosing the slightly reduced effect for my eyes’ sake.” More positively, John adds that he is hoping to adjust to the glass effect, “or maybe Apple will fix it more. Still feels like reading a book on a piece of glass.” Trending: Top stories Alex Blake rounds up 7 macOS Tahoe features you might have missed (but need to try). Apple’s $1B Google AI deal will be great for iPhone users. Until it’s not. Apple might actually be doomed if Siri misses another deadline, reckons the Macalope. Mahmoud Itani has 10 awesome ways to use your iPhone’s USB-C port (other than fast charging). These 7 new features make iOS 26.1 a must-have instant iPhone update. These real-world tests will convince you to switch to the M5 MacBook Pro. Podcast of the week All the latest on Apple’s developments with AI and Apple Intelligence, all on the latest episode of the Macworld podcast! You can catch every episode of the Macworld Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, the Podcasts app, or our own site. Reviews corner iPad Pro (M5) review: Still great, now with boosted graphics and AI performance. Moonlock review: We put MacPaw’s new antivirus suite to work. Lemokey L1 HE review: Premium keyboard that’s built to last. VectoTech Rapid 16TB review: Uber vast, decently fast USB SSD. The rumor mill Report: Low-cost MacBook will arrive in ‘the first half of next year.’ Apple plans mysterious November 12 retail store ‘event.’ Hidden iOS 26.2 code points to mystery Apple smart home accessory. The 2nd-gen iPhone Air might fix one of its biggest shortcomings. Video of the week @macworld.com What’s new in iOS 26.1 #ios #iphone #apple ♬ original sound – Macworld – Macworld Friends, it’s time to update your iPhone again! All is revealed in our latest short. You can enjoy all our short-form video on TikTok or Instagram. Software updates, bugs, and problems Apple TV suffers embarrassing outage as ‘Pluribus’ launches. First iOS 26.2 beta hints at new AirDrop feature for secure sharing. Apple tests customizable power button controls in iOS 26.2 beta. This macOS Tahoe 26.1 setting will eliminate embarrassing Clipboard mishaps. And with that, we’re done for this week’s Apple Breakfast. If you’d like to get regular roundups, sign up for our newsletters, including our new email from The Macalope–an irreverent, humorous take on the latest news and rumors from a half-man, half-mythical Mac beast. You can also follow us on Facebook, Threads, Bluesky, or X for discussion of breaking Apple news stories. See you next Monday, and stay Appley.

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When we need it the most, Apple is starting to Think Different again
Macworld Welcome to the latest instalment of the popular gameshow “AI, or just crap?” Okay, it’s the first instalment, but stick with me. Our contestant this week is the new illustrated edition of A Feast For Crows by George RR Martin, which has faced a mid-size backlash for the quality of its artwork. The images get important details wrong (or leave them out entirely), in some cases look remarkably similar to actors from the TV show or unofficial fan art, and have the usual anatomical peculiarities, generic expressions, and lighting characteristic of generative AI. Numerous one-star reviews complain about the use of AI, which, given the author’s position on the technology, would seem extraordinarily tone-deaf. (A Redditor has exhaustively detailed the reasoning behind this accusation, but an earlier thread was taken down presumably for legal reasons so apologies if it’s not there any more by the time you read this.) To be clear, we don’t know if AI was used in the making of the book (although, as one reviewer observes, it would almost be worse if it wasn’t). But such arguments are becoming tediously commonplace. Time and time again, companies, thrilled by the idea of saving money and chasing the zeitgeist at the same time, have the brainwave of firing their artists and getting the work done, horribly, by AI. The future of art, not for the first time, is at stake. Which made it particularly interesting last week to hear that Apple took a radically different approach when making a new identity for its rebranded Apple TV (formerly TV+) streaming service. Rather than getting it done by AI or even CGI, the company used a glass model and human ingenuity. How quaint. Compare this Luddite behavior with Coca-Cola, which has again used generative AI to make an awful Christmas ad this year; Nike, which used AI at the start of this year to simulate Serena Williams playing awful tennis against herself; or Vodafone, which earlier this fall employed an AI spokesperson to advertise a promotion awfully. This isn’t just surprising because it bucks the trend of the currently AI-obsessed advertising and marketing industries as a whole. It goes against Apple’s own recent habits, too. The company is just as obsessed with AI as anyone. It might not be doing very well with its efforts in that department, but you can be sure they remain a top priority. The M5 chip was heralded last month not for its superior all-around processing powers but as “the next big leap in AI performance,” and only last week we heard that Apple Intelligence is coming for Apple Maps. So what’s changed? Personally, I’m inclined to wonder how much this decision was influenced by the Crush! ad controversy (or, in my view, total non-controversy) last year. If you’ll recall, Apple was widely criticised for putting art supplies, musical instruments, and similar creative objects into a hydraulic press and, well, crushing them completely flat… until an iPad Pro was left at the end. (It seems pretty clear that at least some CGI was involved, but this wasn’t made clear at the time. who knows, maybe that’s actually how each iPad Pro is made?) This simple symbolic conceit was taken as an insult to the creative professions and, in the words of one British actor, “the destruction of the human experience.” Apple, it was assumed, wanted to get rid of art and artists and replace them with a soulless tech device. And Apple, which makes a lot of money selling soulless tech devices to artists who then carry on being artists, hurried to emphasise that it doesn’t want that at all. And now it’s backing this up by making a high-profile marketing tool without the use of any technology at all. Other than, you know, an extremely high-end camera. So no, this probably doesn’t represent Apple turning its back on AI once and for all. It’s a clever bit of Cupertino marketing magic: a nice new identity for Apple TV that grabs publicity by being talked about for its low-tech creation, while also reminding everyone that the company loves artists and certainly doesn’t want to shove them in a hydraulic press. We shouldn’t read much more into it than that. But I will say this. Art is in a tough spot right now. And in a small way, Apple just made a public statement that the quality of art matters, and that we need to support artists. It’s not much, but it’s more than I would have expected when I first used Genmoji on my iPhone. Foundry Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but it’s cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too. Have your say: The Liquid Glass debate After last week’s article about the death of Liquid Glass, I received lots of emails defending Apple’s controversial design language. Who knew it was so popular? “I actually like Liquid Glass,” said Patrick. “No plans to modify it.” Jay, meanwhile, said he thinks it’s “really cool” and smiles every time he sees it in effect. “I hope it does not go away,” he adds. Charlie, meanwhile, simply told me: “I LOVE Liquid Glass. Just sayin’.” The strongest defence came from Miro. “I myself, for what it’s worth, like Liquid Glass very much,” he wrote. “It’s a step up from a time-worn, seen-it-all GUI which ran its course some time ago. I’m 66 years old and my eyes are far from their prime, but I have no issues reading Liquid Glass. Give it time, David. It may become another Apple failure, as you’ve proclaimed, but maybe even you will be taken by surprise.” But not everyone was on Team Liquid Glass. One reader who asked to remain anonymous wrote in to say: “You have to wonder why Apple always makes these ‘improvements’ mandatory with subsequent reductions, rather than make them opt-in when they’re developed. I’m just an ordinary (though proficient) computer user, not a real techie, and I could tell from the beginning of this thing that it wasn’t going to be very useful or popular.” John too is less than convinced by the interface, and compared it the pros and cons of Windows Vista. “Liquid Glass brings a nice visual touch to what has mostly been the same old design flare,” he wrote. “Unfortunately, it has also made things visually challenging at times, at least for me, a 62-year-old with vision not exactly the best. I am torn between keeping the visual effects enabled or choosing the slightly reduced effect for my eyes’ sake.” More positively, John adds that he is hoping to adjust to the glass effect, “or maybe Apple will fix it more. Still feels like reading a book on a piece of glass.” Trending: Top stories Alex Blake rounds up 7 macOS Tahoe features you might have missed (but need to try). Apple’s $1B Google AI deal will be great for iPhone users. Until it’s not. Apple might actually be doomed if Siri misses another deadline, reckons the Macalope. Mahmoud Itani has 10 awesome ways to use your iPhone’s USB-C port (other than fast charging). These 7 new features make iOS 26.1 a must-have instant iPhone update. These real-world tests will convince you to switch to the M5 MacBook Pro. Podcast of the week All the latest on Apple’s developments with AI and Apple Intelligence, all on the latest episode of the Macworld podcast! You can catch every episode of the Macworld Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, the Podcasts app, or our own site. Reviews corner iPad Pro (M5) review: Still great, now with boosted graphics and AI performance. Moonlock review: We put MacPaw’s new antivirus suite to work. Lemokey L1 HE review: Premium keyboard that’s built to last. VectoTech Rapid 16TB review: Uber vast, decently fast USB SSD. The rumor mill Report: Low-cost MacBook will arrive in ‘the first half of next year.’ Apple plans mysterious November 12 retail store ‘event.’ Hidden iOS 26.2 code points to mystery Apple smart home accessory. The 2nd-gen iPhone Air might fix one of its biggest shortcomings. Video of the week @macworld.com What’s new in iOS 26.1 #ios #iphone #apple ♬ original sound – Macworld – Macworld Friends, it’s time to update your iPhone again! All is revealed in our latest short. You can enjoy all our short-form video on TikTok or Instagram. Software updates, bugs, and problems Apple TV suffers embarrassing outage as ‘Pluribus’ launches. First iOS 26.2 beta hints at new AirDrop feature for secure sharing. Apple tests customizable power button controls in iOS 26.2 beta. This macOS Tahoe 26.1 setting will eliminate embarrassing Clipboard mishaps. And with that, we’re done for this week’s Apple Breakfast. If you’d like to get regular roundups, sign up for our newsletters, including our new email from The Macalope–an irreverent, humorous take on the latest news and rumors from a half-man, half-mythical Mac beast. You can also follow us on Facebook, Threads, Bluesky, or X for discussion of breaking Apple news stories. See you next Monday, and stay Appley.

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Rumor: Apple to incorporate additional satellite-based features into upcoming hardware and software
Apple is betting on satellite access and features for the future. Per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman and the latest “Power On” newsletter, Apple is looking to incorporate the following satellite-based features into its operating systems: Apple’s current satellite connectivity features are available for free, albeit it’s rumored that Apple will set up subscription-based plans between the […] Source

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Turn your Mac into a PDF command center with this app, now $60 off
Macworld TL;DR: Get lifetime access to PDF Expert Premium for Mac for just $79.99 (MSRP $139.99) and handle every PDF task from editing and signing to converting and merging all in one app. If your digital workspace runs on Mac, there’s no reason PDFs should slow you down. PDF Expert gives your computer the boost it deserves—an all-in-one PDF editor designed to help you edit, sign, annotate, merge, and convert files with effortless precision. Whether you’re updating contracts, signing documents, editing reports, or adding comments to a team presentation, this Mac-exclusive tool makes it all smooth, intuitive, and lightning-fast. Built using Apple’s latest technology, PDF Expert’s minimalist interface hides a seriously powerful engine that handles everything from heavy legal docs to image-heavy files without breaking a sweat. It’s not just about editing—you can fill out forms, secure sensitive data, and even use OCR to turn scanned text into searchable, editable content. And with a one-time payment (no subscriptions), you can finally say goodbye to recurring fees while keeping your productivity high and your workflow simple. Get lifetime access to PDF Expert Premium for Mac for one super-reduced payment of $79.99 (MSRP $139.99). PDF Expert Premium Plan: Lifetime Subscription (Mac)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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The Apple Watch Series 10 42mm GPS Is $119 Off
Amazon has the Apple Watch Series 10 42mm GPS marked $119 off. The Apple Watch Series 10 features a bigger display that gives the user 30% more screen area with much more comfortable and lighter design. The watch can give you insight on your health allowing you to use the Blood Oxygen App, take an […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Apple Informed By TSMC On Price Increase
TSMC, a chip maker, has been making it known to their big clients like Apple about increases in price. yeux 1122, an aggregator and leaker, reported that TSMC has started talking to their big clients about price increases that are impending for their advanced processes for fabrication which are less than 5 nanometers like the […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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First iPadOS 26.2 and iOS 26.2 Public Betas Rolled Out
Public beta testers have been given the first launch of the iPadOS 26.2, watchOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2 and iOS 26.2 by Apple to try out. Public betas are usually released after two days have passed when the company has given developers access to the betas. When you sign up on the company’s official beta site […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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The Newly Renovated Apple Store At Long Island Is Open
The Apple Store in Garden City, NY at Roosevelt Field will be reopening their doors on November 21, Friday after undergoing renovations. Roosevelt Field is the biggest mall on Long Island, where Apple set up its store back in 2002 months after the release of the iPod. The store has been renovated to have a […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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A new setting in iOS 26.1 solves an annoying speaker problem
Macworld If you use AirPods or other Bluetooth headphones, it can happen that other Bluetooth speakers in the vicinity simply take over the audio. These then “hijack” the iPhone’s audio stream, so to speak. In the worst case scenario, others can now hear what was only intended for you—loudly playing in the speakers that have stolen the connection from your AirPods. Headphones in the car while driving? Some people are particularly annoyed that their car speakers pick up the music from his AirPods without being asked. You can’t wear headphones while driving, but others in your car can, and if their phones connect to your car’s Bluetooth you might hear their music or podcast blasted out at everyone. Foundry How to eliminate the annoyance The problem, which may have annoyed everyone in a different situation, has a remedy in iOS 26: Open the Settings app on your iPhone and go to General > AirPlay & Continuity. There, under the new entry Keep Audio with Headphones, you can specify that the AirPods (or other headphones) remain the playback medium of choice and your sound is not hijacked by other wireless devices that connect to your iPhone. Of course, you can also leave it as it is and let the system decide which wireless headphones or speakers it connects to. This way or that: It’s good to always have the choice, as is the case here. Currently best price: Airpods Pro 3 Retailer Price $249 View Deal $249 View Deal $249 View Deal $249 View Deal $249.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket

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Apple Explores New Satellite Features for Future iPhones
In 2022 the iPhone 14 featured emergency satellite service, and there's now support for roadside assistance and the ability to send and receive text messages. But for future iPhones, Apple is now reportedly working on five new satellite features, reports LiveMint: As per Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is building an API that would allow developers to add satellite connections to their own apps. However, the implementation is said to depend on app makers, and not every feature or service may be compatible with this system. The iPhone maker is also reportedly working on bringing satellite connectivity to Apple Maps, which would give users the chance to navigate without having access to a SIM card or Wi-Fi. The company is also said to be working on improved satellite messages that could support sending photos and not be limited to just text messages. Apple currently relies on the satellite network run by Globalstar to power current features on iPhones. However, the company is said to be exploring a potential sale, and Elon Musk's SpaceX could be a possible purchaser. The Mac Observer notes Bloomberg also reported Apple "has discussed building its own satellite service instead of depending on partners." And while some Apple executives pushed back, "the company continues to fund satellite research and infrastructure upgrades with the goal of offering a broader range of features." And "Future iPhones will use satellite links to extend 5G coverage in low-signal regions, ensuring that users remain connected even when cell towers are out of range.... Apple's slow but steady progress shows how the company wants iPhone satellite technology to move from emergency use to everyday convenience." Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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Apple AirPods 4 plunge to $89 best price during early Black Friday sale
The best AirPods 4 price is available at Amazon as Black Friday approaches, with the earbuds dropping to $89 thanks to a $40 instant discount.Grab a pair of AirPods 4 for just $89.99 today at Amazon - Image credit: AppleA 30% price drop is in effect today on AirPods 4, matching the lowest price on record.Buy AirPods from $89 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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The future of Apple Fitness+ is ‘under review’ amid reorganization: report
Apple Fitness+ is set to undergo a reorganization to incentivize growth, according to today’s Power On from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. more…

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This is what Apple has in store for the future of satellite connectivity on iPhone: report
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple has a plethora of new innovations in the pipeline for satellite connectivity on iPhone. Apple has had an interest in satellite technology on iPhone for over a decade, and that effort finally came to fruition in 2022 with the launch of Emergency SOS. That’s not all, though, and the company would like to push further. more…

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Apple may limit OLED to M6 Pro, M6 Max versions of MacBook Pro
The M6 Pro and M6 Max versions of the MacBook Pro could also be the only models to have OLED, giving consumers more reason to pay for the premium options.A MacBook Pro without an OLED display. Apple is rumored to be working on an OLED upgrade to the MacBook Pro, with a revised display model expected to arrive in late 2026 or early 2027. However, it may not be made available across the entire range.According to Mark Gurman's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg on Sunday, the OLED upgrade of the MacBook Pro will be more gradual than usual. Instead of being on all models, Gurman specifies OLED as being a feature of the M6 Pro and M6 Max versions of the MacBook Pro. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Moving Apple Fitness+ over to Health is part of Apple's 2026 AI plan
The previously reported reorganization of Apple Fitness+ to come under Apple's Health division comes alongside Apple Intelligence plans for 2026.Apple Fitness+ - image credit: AppleApple Fitness+ moved from being under COO Jeff Williams's aegis to Health in October 2025 when his retirement was announced. At the same time, there were reports that Apple might launch a Health+ subscription service in 2026.Now Bloomberg has repeated these reports, but also fit them into what it claims is Apple's overall Apple Intelligence offering in 2026. According to the report, the Health+ subscription will include a health chatbot, an AI agent designed to help users monitor their health. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Report: OLED MacBook Pro redesign may be exclusive to M6 Pro and M6 Max models
In today’s edition of the Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman of Bloomberg reported a new key detail for the launch of the redesigned MacBook Pro model, slated to launch between late 2026 and early 2027. more…

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Apple has big plans for more satellite features in future iPhones
Apple is examining how to take more advantage of the constellation of satellites orbiting the Earth on a future iPhone, including one where it will connect without needing to come out of your pocket.Messages via Satellite - Image Credit: Pixabay/Terry McGrawApple's inclusion of satellite connectivity in the iPhone, such as Emergency SOS Via Satellite, has proven to be extremely useful in a difficult situation. However, while handy when a cellular signal is not available, it can always be improved to expand what it offers to consumers.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman writes about some of the satellite-centric features that Apple is working on. This includes expanding the functionality of satellite connectivity so it can be used by third-party apps. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Own a MacBook Pro and Lifetime Microsoft Office for Less Than a New MacBook Air
Macworld TL;DR: Bundle and save with a refurbished MacBook Pro and Microsoft Office Lifetime License for $444.99. If you’ve been using your work laptop for everything, this is your chance to get your own setup without paying full price. For $444.99, you can grab a refurbished MacBook Pro and a lifetime Microsoft Office Home and Business 2021 license, no ongoing costs required. The Mac 13-inch refurbished MacBook Pro with 10th Gen Intel Core i5, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD Retina display with True Tone, Magic Keyboard, and Touch ID Four Thunderbolt 3 ports and up to 10 hours of battery life Grade “A” near-mint condition with charger and 30-day warranty The Office Suite Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams (Basic), and OneNote Works fully offline. No monthly fees, no cloud dependency Linked to your Microsoft account for permanent access For anyone tired of renting access through Microsoft 365, this deal gives you full ownership of both your computer and your tools. Pages and Numbers may get the job done, but they’re no match for Word and Excel when it comes to reliability and compatibility. Get the MacBook Pro and Microsoft Office 2021 Lifetime License for $444.99 while supplies last. MSO Home & Business for Mac 2021 Lifetime License + MacBook Pro 13” (2020)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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Don’t ditch your device — upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for less than $10
Macworld TL;DR: Upgrade your PC with Windows 11 Pro for only $9.97 (MSRP $199) and get improved speed, modern security, and gaming enhancements without buying a new computer. Let’s be real: You don’t need to replace your computer just because it’s slowing down. Sure, buying something shiny and new feels great for a minute, but that’s not exactly budget-friendly these days. A smarter move is to give your existing device a performance boost by upgrading the operating system. And right now, you can upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for only $9.97 until November 16. Maximize your computer’s functionality by adding Windows 11 Pro into the mix to get the best of both worlds. Windows 11 Pro features a seamless interface that helps increase productivity while being visually pleasing. Plus, you get access to a world of advanced security like biometric login, Smart App Control, and advanced antivirus defenses. Get the most out of gaming with DirectX 12 Ultimate graphics that allow you to play the game the way it was intended: with rich visuals and realistic graphics. Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro and enhance your operating system for just $9.97. With an MSRP of $199, you don’t want to miss this deal. Microsoft Windows 11 ProSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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