13-inch tablet power compared — iPad Pro vs iPad Air
With the introduction of the 13-inch iPad Air, there's now a super-sized tablet to rival the iPad Pro. Here's what's different about Apple's biggest iPads.13-inch M4 iPad Pro [left], 13-inch iPad Air [right]Apple's first major update to its iPad lineup in over a year brought with it some big changes. For a start, the iPad Pro benefited from new displays, an updated styling, and M4 performance.Meanwhile, the iPad Air had its own incremental spec bump update, with a twist. Not only did it shift from M1 to M2, but Apple also brought out the 13-inch iPad Air alongside the existing 11-inch model. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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How to shop for the best cellular plan for your new iPad
Apple launched the new M4 iPad Pro and iPad Air 6 this week, sparking a wave of new iPad purchases following a recent sales slump. One of the iPad’s strengths is its portability, and a key component of that is a cellular connection. But is an always-on connection worth the up-charge Apple tacks on to cellular models? If it is, how should you go about finding the best carrier offer for a data plan? more…

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After caretaker Tim Cook, who’ll be Apple’s next CEO?
Since taking over as Apple's CEO from Steve Jobs in 2011, Tim Cook has trotted out iterations of products started under Jobs… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple Pencil Pro and new iPads are a warning shot at Wacom
Apple's new Apple Pencil Pro has two new features that make it a must-have for artists — but is it enough to dethrone Wacom?Which is the better tool for creatives — an iPad with an Apple Pencil Pro or a Wacom tablet?During the May Apple Event, Apple announced its new iPad Air and iPad Pro lineup. I thought they were pretty cool, but I wasn't immediately compelled to pick one up.And then, they introduced the Apple Pencil Pro. That attacked my resolve a bit more. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Friday’s deals: Apple Watch Ultra 2 $85 off, M2 Mac mini now $100 off, AirPods Pro 2, and more
Your Friday edition of the best deals in Apple gear has now arrived, and is headlined by one of the best prices yet on the flagship Apple Watch Ultra 2. Now starting from $714, we are also tracking an insanely low price on the official Leather Link Watch Band at $32 (for all you FineWoven haters). On the Mac side of things, the latest headless M2 mini models are now $100 off to join an ongoing offer on the latest AirPods Pro 2. Head below for everything in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…

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Today in Apple history: PowerBook G3 gets thinner, lighter and bronze-er
On May 10, 1999, the PowerBook G3 Lombard arrived, 20% slimmer and 2 pounds lighter than its predecessor, and sporting a "bronze" keyboard. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Apple apologizes for ad that crushes the sum total of human artistic endeavor
An ad that isn’t about generative AI but somehow manages to be about AI anyway.

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Overhead LED lamp lights up hot M3 Max MacBook Pro rig [Setups]
The double-head Pzloz LED Desk Lamp looks like a great alternative to monitor light bars for many setups, especially on big desks. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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∞ The Dalrymple Report: iPad event, Apple financials, and ACDC
Apple released a number of new products this week, including new iPad models as well as some new software for its pro users with Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro. Apple also announced its quarterly financials, which Dave and I talk about, including products sold and total revenue. Finally, we talk about ACDC, but it's not the band. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: LinkedIn Jobs: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/DALRYMPLE. Terms and conditions apply. Show Notes: Eurovision Apple Second quarter results Apple's Q2 2024 Earnings Call Takeaways Apple working on AI chip for data center servers Gruber on AI chips for data centers John Ternus as Apple CEO Wave of forced Apple ID password resets Logic Pro Final Cut Pro Apple introduces M4 chip Apple unveils the redesigned 11-inch and all-new 13-inch iPad Air with M2 Apple unveils stunning new iPad Pro with M4 chip and Apple Pencil Pro Shows and movies we're watching Treason, Netflix “Wait, wait don’t tell me” podcast Let It Be, Disney+

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Mexico’s ‘Women in Blue’ arrive to fight crime on Apple TV+
Apple TV+ gave a first look Friday at the "Women in Blue" crime series centered on Mexico's first female police force and a serial killer. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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iOS 18 will bring AI-powered audio transcription and summary features, per report
Apple has dabbled in audio transcription in the past with mixed success. One shining example lately has been Apple Podcasts transcripts; more pessimistically, voicemail transcripts are still subpar. But according to a new report, the upcoming iOS 18 release will unlock a host of new system-wide audio transcription and summary features, all powered by AI. more…

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Training Today Apple Watch app gains dynamic cycling workouts for more intentional rides
Training Today is a clever app that offers Apple Watch users a “readiness to train” score to help know when to rest, push, and more. Now the watchOS and iOS app have been updated with “dynamic cycling workouts” to train more intentionally on rides. more…

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Apple Vision Pro 2 may be half the price of the original claims sketchy rumor
If a questionable rumor is to be believed, the next version of the Apple Vision Pro could be out by 2026, and cost half the price of the first model.Apple Vision Pro at Apple ParkIt is widely expected that Apple is working on creating successive versions of the Apple Vision Pro, following its introduction on the market. Speculation about the next model continues, with a dodgy claim about the second-gen model.According to a post on X by @Revegnus1 on Friday, the second version of the Apple Vision Pro will be arriving in 2026. Rumor Score: 🙄 Unlikely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple set to deliver AI assistant for transcribing, summarizing meetings and lectures
Apple later this year hopes to make real-time audio transcription and summarization available system-wide on many of its devices, as the iPhone maker looks to harness the power of AI in delivering efficiency boosts to several of its core applications, AppleInsider has learned.Voice Memo Transcription in iOS 18People familiar with the matter have told us that Apple has been working on AI-powered summarization and greatly enhanced audio transcription for several of its next-gen operating systems. The new features are expected to enable significant improvements in efficiency for users of its staple Notes, Voice Memos, and other apps.Apple is currently testing the capabilities as feature additions to several app updates scheduled to arrive with the release of iOS 18 later in 2024. They're also expected to make their way to the corresponding apps in macOS 15 and iPadOS 18 as well. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Trying Ray-Ban Meta glasses reinforces my belief in future Apple Glasses
I’m on record as saying that I think Vision Pro is mostly a stepping-stone toward an eventual Apple Glasses product, and that I think those are still years away yet. I feel like current glasses tech is giving us these partial peeks into that future. Viture One XR glasses provide one potential take, and the Ray-Ban Meta glasses another – and perhaps suggesting the future may be closer than I thought … more…

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Wait for M4 iPad Pro stretches into June
Getting your hands on the new M4 iPad Pro might require waiting on a late May or early June delivery. But there are other options. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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M4 already? Here’s why Apple is abandoning the M3 chip line so fast
One of the biggest surprises from Apple’s ‘Let loose’ event was the arrival of a new M4 chip in the iPad Pro. It may not have been quite as surprising as Apple originally hoped, but heading into the event there was still a lot of doubt and no real consensus on what chip would power the new iPad Pro. Yet Apple made the bold move of shipping the very first M4 chip in the iPad. Leaving us all to wonder: why? And what exactly is wrong with the M3 line? more…

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Apple Arcade Guide: What’s new and everything available [U]
Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added almost every week with over 200 games now in the library. Follow along with our guide on all the available Apple Arcade games plus the latest releases. more…

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‘Dark Matter’ is easily the best Apple TV+ sci-fi series of 2024 (so far)
In mid-April, Apple TV+ unveiled the trailer for its new sci-fi thriller “Dark Matter,” starring Joel Edgerton alongside Jennifer Connelly… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Final Cut Pro for Mac and Final Cut Pro for iPad 2 have grossly different features
Alongside the launch of the new iPad Air and iPad Pro lineups, Apple showed off updates to Final Cut Pro for iPad and macOS — but they do not have the same feature set. Here are the key differences, and things to watch out for.Apple's new Final Cut Pro for iPad 2 and Final Cut Pro 10.8.Final Cut Pro for iPad 2 is a major shift in the use of the iPad editing tool, while Final Cut Pro 10.8 is a modest upgrade. The result is two different tools with different tools, sharing the same name.While competitors have added many AI and workflow improvement tools, such as transcript-based editing, advanced subject tracking and masking, and more, to their desktop versions, Apple seems to focus most of its effort on the iPad version. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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