Apple CEO Tim Cook lobbies lawmakers ahead of online child safety law debate
Apple CEO Tim Cook has met up with U.S. lawmakers to lobby against sections of an online child safety bill, which would affect the way the App Store deals with ages.Apple CEO Tim CookLawmakers in the United States are in the middle of discussions about online child safety legislation, which could force some big changes in the operation of apps, online services, and app storefronts. Keen to avoid Apple dealing with a problem brought about by legislation, CEO Tim Cook waded into the fray on Wednesday.The CEO took part in a closed-door meeting with members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, reports Bloomberg, where he talked about the potential issues with the new legislation. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Leak shows A19 iPad & M4 iPad Air unsurprisingly will arrive in early 2026
A code leak of a future iOS 26 release references codenames for the A19 iPad and M4 iPad Air, which confirms expectations that the devices will be revealed relatively soon.Code references incoming iPads expected to launch in early 2026Apple is a secretive company, but it operates with a fairly predictable pattern. The iPhone is updated every fall, Macs have a regular update structure, and iPads generally release every 12 to 18 months.So, it should surprise no one that internal code at Apple is already referencing the next iterations of the base iPad and iPad Air. The code was seen by MacWorld in an "internal Apple code document" found in an "internal pre-release build of iOS 26." Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Craft Docs: The digital home where your notes finally work for you [Sponsored]
You put a lot of effort into capturing Christmas gift ideas, project timelines, home renovation plans, health check-ups — you name it. But do your notes actually make you more productive, or make your life easier? For most people, the answer is no. Most people’s notes just sit there. Beautiful, maybe even neatly organized, but static. We collect information, yet rarely reuse it. We save ideas, but they don’t resurface when they could help us. “Most note-taking apps help you collect. Craft helps you create.” The team at Craft has been working to solve this exact problem: helping you use your time meaningfully, accomplish things that matter, and stay creative, without drowning in information. Your notes should work for you, and with the latest update, it’s closer than ever to that mission. Discover how Craft fits into a complete productivity ecosystem through the Winter Clarity Bundle. Get four essential apps, Craft, Raycast, Endel, and Ground News for $149.99 (60 percent off) through December 31st. more…

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Apple’s iPhone leads surge as foreign-branded smartphone sales in China jump 13% in October
Sales of foreign-branded smartphones in China — dominated overwhelmingly by Apple's iPhone — surged by 13.0% year-over-year in October… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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New Apple Cash stickers add color & personality to quick payments
Apple Cash just picked up animated, iridescent stickers inside the Messages app so you can hound your friends for that dinner bill while being a little too cute about it.Apple Cash stickers are rolling out to iMessage usersApple began rolling out the update on December 10 as a server-side switch rather than a full iOS 26 release. Anyone using a recent iPhone, including iPhone 17 models and the iPhone 16e, will see the new set appear automatically in the Messages Sticker section.MacRumors first spotted the new Apple Cash sticker set rolling out to users. However, we at AppleInsider haven't received the update at the time of this publication. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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The fastest way to make a GIF on your iPhone (or Mac)
You can make a GIF on your iPhone or Mac out of any Live Photo or video in your photo library or elsewhere on your computer. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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New Apple Studio Display rumored to upgrade three key features
Rumors have long indicated that there’s a new Apple Studio Display launching in 2026, and a new report highlights three expected features: an A19 chip, ProMotion, and HDR. more…

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Code leak reveals A19 iPad, M4 Air with Apple’s N1 chip likely coming soon
Macworld Apple recently introduced a new iPad Pro with the M5 chip, and we also got the M3 iPad Air along with the A16 iPad earlier this year. With 2026 just around the corner, there are already rumors about what to expect for the iPad lineup next year—and Macworld now has strong evidence of what’s coming. An internal Apple code document seen by Macworld has revealed the company’s plans for the 2026 iPad lineup, which includes an updated entry-level iPad with an A19 chip and an iPad Air with a faster chip. A19 iPad The entry-level iPad model is expected to receive a significant spec bump. According to legitimate Apple code for an internal pre-release build of iOS 26 seen by Macworld, there’s a new version of this iPad under the codenames J581 and J588 that will be powered by the A19 chip, the same processor inside the current iPhone 17. The 11th-generation iPad has an A16 chip, which is plenty powerful for everyday tasks, but notably lacks support for Apple Intelligence. The A19 chip is about 50 percent faster than the A16, and also has more RAM (8GB vs. 6GB), which makes it better for multitasking and AI-based features. This will bring the iPad closer to the premium models and future-proof it for upcoming Apple Intelligence features. The new entry-level iPad model is also expected to feature Apple’s N1 wireless chip, introduced with the iPhone 17 lineup. In terms of design, display, and cameras, everything will likely remain the same. Apple M4 iPad Air Another spec bump confirmed by Apple’s internal code is a new generation of iPad Air powered by the M4 chip. The jump from M3 to M4 isn’t a big one, but those who own older iPads will certainly appreciate the performance bump. Under the codenames J707, J708, J737, and J738, the new iPad Air likely won’t have any major design changes and is expected to keep the same display and camera specs as the current generation. Just like the new entry-level iPad, the M4 iPad Air will also feature Apple’s custom N1 wireless chip for better performance and lower latency. What about the other iPads? While Apple is likely also working on new versions of the iPad Pro and iPad mini, there’s no mention of them in this piece of internal code seen by Macworld. Those models are on a more sporadic release schedule than the iPad and iPad Air, so it’s possible Apple’s skips a 2026 release. However, the code comes from an early build of iOS 26, so Apple’s plans may have changed. According to our source, both the A19 iPad and the M4 iPad Air are set to launch sometime next year.

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Tim Cook meets lawmakers in effort to halt App Store age proposal
Apple CEO Tim Cook was spotted in Washington DC today where he met with lawmakers to push back against proposed App Store age policy. more…

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American Film Institute honors Apple TV hits including 'Pluribus' and 'Severance'
Singling them out for significant achievements in television, the AFI is to honor three Apple TV series in its 2025 awards."Severance" on Apple TV — image credit: AppleWith the exception of its first year — when Apple TV started in November 2019 — the streamer has always been applauded by the American Film Institute (AFI). Choosing ten films and ten television shows each year, the AFI says that it looks to honor work "deemed culturally and artistically representative of this year's most significant achievements in the art of the moving image."For its 2025 awards, the AFI has chosen: Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple Studio Display 2 leak reveals ProMotion, HDR, A19 chip upgrades
Macworld We’ve been hearing rumors about a potential new generation of Studio Display for a while, but 2025 came and went without an announcement. But that’s about to change, as Macworld has seen evidence of a new Studio Display with new features that will bring several notable upgrades. New display with 120Hz and HDR Legitimate Apple code for an internal pre-release build of iOS 26 seen by Macworld points to a new external display identified as “J527.” This codename had previously been associated with a second-generation Studio Display by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. While the existence of an imminent Studio Display upgrade is no surprise, we now finally have more details on what to expect when it comes to new features. References in the code clearly show that this new Studio Display has a variable refresh rate that can go up to 120Hz, just like the ProMotion display on the latest MacBook Pros. The current Studio Display is limited to 60Hz.  The current Studio Display is limited to 60Hz, but the second-generation model may support 120Hz ProMotion according to internal Apple code.,Foundry Furthermore, the code references a “J527” monitor that also supports both SDR and HDR modes, sn upgrade from the current SDR-only model. This is a strong indication that Apple will replace the LCD panel with better technology, such as Mini-LED that can achieve higher brightness levels. The LCD panel in the first-generation Studio Display can reach up to 600 nits of brightness, but without HDR. In contrast, the Mini-LED display in the latest MacBook Pro reaches up to 1,000 nits of sustained brightness and up to 1,600 nits for HDR content. If Apple really goes with these leaked specs, the next Studio Display will be a huge step up in image quality compared to the current model. A19 chip inside Another small but interesting detail is that the new Studio Display will reportedly be powered by the A19 chip, while the current one has the A13 chip inside. Although Studio Display lacks smart features such as built-in apps, it uses its chip to handle webcam image processing and Spatial Audio. Apple is targeting the launch of the new Studio Display sometime in 2026, possibly alongside a new M5 Mac Studio. Stay tuned to Macworld for more details.

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Apple TV announces lineup of guest performers for season two of ‘Yo Gabba GabbaLand!’
Apple TV on Wednesday revealed the packed lineup of musicians and guest stars joining Emmy Award-nominated “Yo Gabba GabbaLand!”… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Holiday Mac mini price war slashes desktops to as low as $479
Finish up your holiday shopping with great deals on Apple's current M4 Mac mini, which starts at just $479, thanks to a retailer price war.Get Apple's latest Mac mini for just $479.Amazon and B&H Photo both have the standard M4 Mac mini with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage on sale for $479, a discount of $120 off retail.Buy M4 Mac mini for $479 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple TV hit series named among 10 best shows of the year
Apple TV has easily had its best year ever, and as the latest evidence: a prestigious institution’s list of the year’s top 10 TV shows features more Apple releases than ever before. more…

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Deals: Apple Watch $200 off, black Alpine Loop, AirPods Max $119+ off, Apple Studio Display rare $230 off, more
Today’s 9to5toys Lunch Break is now ready to roll. We have $100 pice drops on Apple Watch Series 11 joining a $200 price drop on the 46mm Jet Black Apple Watch Series 10 and some new lows on official Apple Watch bands – black Alpine Loop, Neon Green Ocean Band, and the Sport Loop. Those offers join the ongoing AirPods Pro 3 deal at $220 as well as another chance to save at least $119 off AirPods Max (USB-C) and a particularly rare deal on Apple’s most affordable Studio Display at $230 off. Head below for much more and a closer look at today’s headliners.  more…

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iPad Mini with A17 Pro Chip with 128GB discounted on Amazon
Amazon has the iPad Mini with A17 Pro Chip with 128GB marked $100 off, bringing the price down to $399. It’s a great deal for an Apple gadget featuring the A17 Pro chip for ultra fast graphics and powerful performance, and an 8.3 Inch Liquid Retina Display with advanced technology to produce vibrant colors, with […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Five More Games Coming To Apple Arcade
Five more games have been added to Apple Arcade. Subway Surfers is now available on the platform. The game was released in 2012 and has been downloaded by billions across the platforms it is available in. Apple Arcade is offering Subway Surfers+, a premium version that has the same gameplay but is ad-free and does […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Apple Losing Two More Executives
Apple has announced that Lisa Jackson, the Vice President of Environment, and Kate Adams, Apple General Counsel and Senior Vice President, are stepping down from their positions to retire next year, with Jennifer Newstead replacing Adams as the company’s senior vice president and general counsel in 2026. Adams joined Apple in 2017 and has a […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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OpenAI Gaining Talent In Designers and Engineers From Apple
Several designers and engineers at Apple who are experts in watch design, robotics, audio, and more employees involved in their core products, have parted ways with the company to join OpenAI over the past months. A large portion of talent from Apple is now moving to OpenAI as the company is building a division dedicated […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Tiny, fingerprint-secured SSD keeps your data locked tight but instantly accessible [Review] ★★★★☆
Store files securely with the iKlips S USB-C portable SSD. Enjoy fast transfers and biometric protection with no need for passwords. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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