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- Tuesday February 10
- 12:17 amA new Apple Watch app for Rivian electric vehicles is in the works
A dedicated Apple Watch application from automaker Rivian is set to enable vehicle locking, unlocking, window adjustment, and much more, even on cars from 2021.Rivian is set to launch a dedicated Apple Watch app.Apple's Car Key feature has let iPhone and Apple Watch owners unlock and start their cars using mobile devices since 2020. The capability is built into iOS and is supported by more than 30 car companies, including Cadillac and other GM brands.However, certain car manufacturers, like Tesla, offer proprietary mobile apps that facilitate the same vehicle locking and unlocking functionality. Now, Rivian is set to be the next brand to introduce a vehicle-related application for the Apple Watch, with added functionality. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our ForumsMonday February 0911:56 pmLast call: Update Apple Home by tomorrow, or your HomeKit setup may stop working
If you’re still running Apple Home on the old HomeKit architecture, this is your final reminder: Apple’s migration deadline is tomorrow, February 10. Here’s how to update. more…10:59 pmRivian launching Apple Watch app with remote controls and Gen 1 digital key feature
Back in December, Rivian released support for using an Apple Watch as a digital key. Next, the EV maker is launching a dedicated Apple Watch app with remote access and control capabilities. more…10:49 pmDiscord's upcoming safety update makes age verification hard to avoid
Discord plans to set every user's account to teen-by-default — unless you're willing to undergo an invasive age verification process.Discord will require age verification for adult accessOn Monday, Discord, a popular social app, announced that it will be rolling out "enhanced teen safety features." According to the company, beginning in March."[A]ll new and existing users worldwide will have a teen-appropriate experience by default, with updated communication settings, restricted access to age-gated spaces, and content filtering that preserves the privacy and meaningful connections that define Discord." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:27 pmApple ad shows how England Rugby makes use of the iPad and MacBook Pro
Apple's latest video ad outlines why the iPad and MacBook Pro are necessary tools for England Rugby's performance analysis team.England Rugby uses Apple hardware for game analysis. Image Credit: Apple.Time and time again, the iPhone has proven itself as a useful tool for sporting events, with Major League Soccer already using the device to record matches.Even the Maracana Stadium is set to make use of an iPhone-powered offside camera system in 2026. Still, the iPhone isn't the only piece of Apple hardware that continues to see use in sports. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:21 pmWhatsApp Web starts rolling out voice and video calls
The feature is now starting to reach WhatsApp Web beta users, with a wider rollout expected for the coming weeks. Here’s how it works. more…10:15 pmApple Original Films lands global rights to Sundance Film Festival selection ‘The Last First: Winter K2’ | Mac Daily NewsApple Original Films lands global rights to Sundance Film Festival selection ‘The Last First: Winter K2’
Apple Original Films has announced it will expand its documentary feature slate with “The Last First: Winter K2,” the acclaimed Sundance… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.10:05 pmHow Siri Could Become the Mac’s New Help System
Apple’s help systems have never quite worked out. But with large language models and richer app metadata, a more helpful Siri could finally become the knowledgeable guide that explains the software we’re already using.09:26 pmApple TV is about to bring back two of its best sci-fi series
Apple TV has a deep bench of acclaimed sci-fi series, and two of its best are coming back soon: the Godzilla-starring Monarch: Legacy of Monsters and space race drama For All Mankind. more…09:05 pmWhy an M5 MacBook Pro launch in March keeps the M6 OLED dream alive this year
Per Mark Gurman in his weekend Power On newsletter, Apple is preparing to launch M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros as early as the week of March 2. For those waiting on the major redesign with OLED displays and touch support, this spec bump revision that we expect first can’t come soon enough. Does waiting another month for the M5 Pro update to arrive rule out an M6 Pro release in 2026? There’s a good reason to keep the M6 Pro MacBook Pro dream alive this year. more…09:03 pmApple’s ‘The Studio’ and ‘Mr. Scorsese’ score at the 78th Annual Directors Guild Awards | Mac Daily NewsApple’s ‘The Studio’ and ‘Mr. Scorsese’ score at the 78th Annual Directors Guild Awards
Apple on Saturday landed three wins at the 78th Annual Directors Guild Awards, including Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Comedy Series… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:41 pmApple highlights how England Rugby uses iPads and Macs to analyze live match data
Apple has kicked off a new campaign, titled Apple at Play, showcasing how England Rugby uses Apple devices for in-game analysis. Watch it below. more…08:29 pmApple’s new ‘MacBook’ is coming: Here’s every rumored feature
Apple is rumored to have a brand new ‘MacBook’ launching soon—a Mac laptop with no Air or Pro suffix. Here’s everything we know right now. more…08:10 pmIt sounds like Apple will continue a positive CarPlay trend around iOS 27
When Apple previewed “next-generation CarPlay” in 2022, it felt like Apple froze development of the CarPlay version actually used by drivers. Eventually, next-gen CarPlay became CarPlay Ultra, and CarPlay for non-Aston Martin drivers rapidly started to see new improvements again. Now it sounds like that trend will continue either before or as part of iOS 27. more…08:07 pmUpgrade your Apple Home architecture before the old one gets killed on Tuesday
Apple will be killing off its original Apple Home architecture on February 10, and it won't matter if you're on old software. Do this to upgrade HomeKit and keep your smart home devices running normally.You really should upgrade your Apple Home, if you haven't already. In May 2025, Apple said it will be cutting support for its original Apple Home architecture as part of what was known as iOS 19, now iOS 26. After postponing it in November, Apple is now preparing to shut off the architecture on February 10, 2026.Home users have had plenty of time to upgrade the architecture already, but now it's down to the wire. By the end of the day on Tuesday, February 10, support for the older architecture will end, while the newer architecture will continue as usual. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:03 pmApple’s iPhone 17e expected to deliver faster performance and improved efficiency
Apple's 2026 product offensive is kicking off with the iPhone 17e, an eagerly awaited refresh to its entry-level smartphone lineup that… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:59 pmDOJ faces investigation over removal of ICE-tracking apps from the App Store
POLITICO reports that House Judiciary Committee ranking member Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) has launched an investigation into whether the Department of Justice pressured Apple and Google to remove ICEBlock and similar apps from the App Store and Play Store. Here are the details. more…07:51 pmMagSafe Monday: This battery can power everything from your iPhone to your Macbook Air
Battery technology has somewhat finally caught up with our devices and mobility. For a long time, if you wanted enough power to charge a MacBook Air or fast charge an iPhone, you had to carry a really heavy brick. You accepted the bulk because we needed the power. The CUKTECH 15 Air aims to solve that problem. It offers 65-watt charging speeds and a surprisingly slim design, making it a perfect companion for your mobile office. more…07:49 pmStudio Display 2 coming soon with at least four big changes
Apple first launched the Studio Display in March 2022 and it hasn’t received an update since then. That could be about to change, however, as rumors suggest the Studio Display 2 is imminent with at least four key changes… more…07:15 pmAI in Xcode, folds in iPhones [Cult of Mac podcast No. 6]
On the latest episode of the 'Cult of Mac' podcast: Apple adds AI coding tools to Xcode and ponders making two different folding iPhones. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)