iOS 18, visionOS 2, and more: Here’s everything to expect from Apple’s AI-focused WWDC 2024
WWDC 2024 is almost here. At its June 10 keynote, Apple will unveil all the details on its next major software updates: iOS and iPadOS 18, visionOS 2, watchOS 11, the next version of macOS, and more. Here’s everything to expect from one of Apple’s biggest events of the year. more…

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VisionOS could be the sleeper hit of WWDC (but probably won’t)
Macworld 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. Vision quest It’s almost time for WWDC 2024! In just a few hours Tim Cook and Craig Federighi will hit the virtual stage at Apple Park and tell us what’s next for the iPhone, Mac, and other major product lines. Not in the sense of expensive new hardware (although that’ll be along soon enough), but free software updates that will add new features and tweak the interface of the stuff you’ve already paid for. Which is a strange thing for a massively profitable corporation to focus on at arguably its second biggest event of the year, when you come to think about it, but that’s where we’re at. iOS 18 and macOS 15 will almost certainly dominate the event, for understandable reasons: the Mac is Apple’s signature line–there isn’t a website called Newtonworld*–and the iPhone is its most profitable product. Furthermore, these updates carry the significance of Apple’s first public steps into the world of AI. Still, even with that component, it’s hard to imagine that either update will completely transform users’ experience with their respective products, for the simple reason that they’ve been around for such a long time that all the major pain points were ironed out years ago. This is in stark contrast with one operating system that I don’t expect to get major stage time at WWDC 2024: visionOS 2.0. Compared to the massive iPhone and Mac user bases, any discussion of Vision Pro software updates will be relevant to the far smaller niche that managed to afford one: probably around 200,000, based on reports. Those folks will be delighted to hear about an upgrade that won’t set them back two months’ rent and there may be some interested watchers who are persuaded by improvements in visionOS 2 to crack open their wallets further down the line. But those two groups combined remain small potatoes in Apple terms. When you’ve got half the world watching your event it’s probably unwise to spend a lot of time about something that most of them can’t afford. Nevertheless, those few minutes will be worth watching closely, because Vision Pro is in the sweet spot of Apple product development. Despite the company’s reputation for caution and its fondness for arriving in a market after someone else has made all the mistakes, first-gen Apple products are rarely a home run. Frequently the element that will make it successful doesn’t arrive until later, such as the iPhone’s third-party App Store. Sometimes Cupertino doesn’t seem to understand one of its products at all, such as the Apple Watch, which early on was envisioned as a social device to send people doodles and your heartbeat rather than a fitness one. It takes time to get these things right. Vision Pro is very much in that zone. Reviews pointed out its potential for the future, but it was riddled with flaws and annoyances. Provided Apple remains committed to the concept, these will be addressed systematically across the next one or two generations of hardware, and the next few generations of software. The next (and likely cheaper) entry to the Vision line probably won’t be here for another year or more, but visionOS 2.0 will give us our first major glimpse into how acutely Apple understands the original model’s flaws and how it intends to address them. More than that, it will give clues to the fate of the tech industry as a whole, desperate as it is to find something to replace the smartphone when that cash cow eventually expires. If Apple can’t work out how to fix spatial computing, then nobody can. * Okay, it turns out there is, but it’s not the Newton you’re looking for. Foundry Foundry Foundry Trending: Top stories Apple is about to enter the world of AI and nothing will ever be the same. Apple’s biggest WWDC keynote in years will still feel a little empty. So Apple really made a great iPad Pro feature and just didn’t tell anyone? 5 reasons why I prefer Sonos Ace to AirPods Max (but you shouldn’t buy them). Podcast of the week The most anticipated Apple event of 2024 starts next week! What should we expect at WWDC24? What are we hoping for? That’s coming up on this episode of the Macworld Podcast! You can catch every episode of the Macworld Podcast on Spotify, Soundcloud, the Podcasts app, or our own site. The rumor mill: WWDC special The ‘AI’ at WWDC24 will stand for ‘Apple Intelligence’. Apple set to disappoint fans with hardware-free WWDC. Apple’s AI chatbot won’t be enabled unless you want it. Apple is finally building a Passwords app for all of your devices–even PCs. The iPhone 16 Pro Max dimensions have leaked–and we have questions. iPhone 16 Pro design teased to be ‘very close to the dream form’. Video of the week Get ready for WWDC with this off-the-wall skit Apple didn’t want you to see. Software updates, bugs, and problems It took a WSJ story for Apple to finally fix some years-old Screen Time flaws. 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. You can also follow us on Facebook, Threads, or Twitter for discussion of breaking Apple news stories. See you next Monday, and stay Appley. Apple Inc

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Rumor: These are the Macs that will support macOS 15
Alongside iOS 18, Apple today will also unveil its next software update for the Mac – but will it run on your Mac? According to a new rumor today, macOS 15 will retain compatibility with all same Mac models as macOS 14. more…

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Apple’s artificial intelligence moment of truth arrives within hours
Apple’s WWDC on Monday will show whether the company can become a major player in the rapidly advancing field of artificial intelligence… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Microsoft Recall was a security disaster, but I’d love to see Apple do it properly
Microsoft Recall sounded like a very cool idea, but was very quickly revealed to be a security disaster. Instead of helping you recall everything you’ve done on your Windows PC, it was found that it could easily help a hacker do the same. However, as much as the company messed-up the implementation, I do think there’s mileage in the concept, and if there’s one company I’d trust to do it with proper privacy protections, it’s Apple … more…

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Which iPhone models are needed to run iOS 18
At WWDC 2024, Apple will unveil iOS 18. Here's which iPhone models will run the new version of the operating system.iOS 17 on an iPhoneThe annual WWDC keynote is chiefly the venue for Apple to reveal its updates for its operating systems. With big changes expected to be on the way for iOS 18, some users may wonder whether their aging iPhone will be able to run it at all.On Monday, a leaker known to AppleInsider for accuracy on such matters posted to X that an earlier post from April was "confirmed." That earlier post said that all iPhone models that are compatible with iOS 17 will work with iOS 18. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Rethinking AI Priorities: Lessons From IBM Think and Intel’s Lunar Lake
I watched IBM Think last week. As I listened to IBM CEO Arvind Krishna, it struck me that we are not thinking AI through. We are throwing AI at everything without prioritizing where we need it to focus. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.

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Which iPads will work with iPadOS 18, and what's getting left behind
Apple is set to introduce iPadOS 18 on Monday, but not every iPad that runs iPadOS 17 will be able to use it. Here's what works, and what's getting left behind.iPadOS 17 running on an iPadThe keynote of WWDC 2024 is hours away, but even at this late stage, rumors are surfacing. In one leaker's posting, it seems that some iPad owners may discover they can't update their devices to iPadOS 18.An X post on Monday from a leaker known by AppleInsider for accuracy doubled down on a previous claim from April 1. That post was about device support for Apple's future operating systems. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Frontier hack affects over 750k customers; company waits two months to notify them
A Frontier hack exposed the personal data of at least 750,000 customers, including full names and social security numbers, which places them at significant risk of identity theft. The ransomware group said to be behind the attack claims that the actual number is two million. The company has now notified the customers it believes to have been impacted by the security breach, but waited almost two months to do so … more…

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Don't install Apple's new betas — let others risk their devices
Every year Apple releases beta test versions of its newest software, and every year people lose data, time, and money to it. If you value any of those, wait.Really bricking your iPhone doesn't look this good.You may have been lucky so far, but this is beta roulette — at some point, you're going to have a problem. The thing is, it's potentially such a big problem that when it happens, at the best, you lose time.More severely, you can lose data. And, in extreme situations, you can stop your device from working at all. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple Events 2024: Apple’s event plans
Macworld Apple doesn’t participate in big industry-wide events such as CES or E3. The most valuable company in the world holds its own events, thank you very much. Several times a year, Apple invites the press and industry professionals to Apple Park to hear all about its latest products and services. Apple calls these ‘events,’ and streams them live online to millions of watchers. In 2023 there were three such events: WWDC in June, the Wonderlust iPhone event in September and Apple’s second fall event on October 30 (or October 31 if you weren’t in the U.S.). Similarly, in 2022 Apple held three events: a spring event on March 8, WWDC on June 6, and the iPhone 14 launch on September 7. In other years Apple has held four events though, and in 2024 has already held one event (in May) and another is scheduled for June 10. Will Apple hold four events in 2024? Read on to find out what events and new Apple product launches the company has in store for 2024. When is Apple’s next event? Apple will kick off WWDC on June 10 with a keynote event starting at 10am PT. What time will the next Apple event start? The WWDC keynote will start at 10 am PT. That translates to the following times in the countries where most of our readers live: U.S.: at 10 am (PST/PDT), 11 am (MST/MDT), noon (CST/CDT), 1 pm (EST/EDT) Canada: as above, and 2 pm (AST/ADT) U.K.: at 6 pm (GMT/BST) Europe: at 7pm (CET/CEST), 8 pm (EET/EEST) India: at 10.30 pm (IST) Australia: Next day at 1 am (AWST/AWDT), 2.30 am (ACST/ACDT), 3 am (AEST/AEDT) New Zealand: Next day at 5 am (NZST/NZDT) How long does an Apple event last? Apple keynotes usually last between one and two hours and feature CEO Tim Cook along with various other Apple executives. WWDC and the September event tend to be longer keynotes; the spring and late-fall events can be slightly shorter. When does Apple usually hold events? Apple holds three or four live or live-streamed events throughout the year where the company unveils its latest products and plans during a keynote address. They are usually held during similar times of the year: March/April: Spring event (in 2024 this was held in May) June: WWDC (Worldwide Developers Conference) September: Fall event (aka iPhone and Apple Watch launch event) October/November: Late-fall event(s) This event calendar is by no means set in stone, though, with the spring and October events being less regular. Some years, Apple doesn’t hold a spring event at all, as was the case in 2023. The summer and September events are more predictable, with software coming at WWDC in June and iPhones and Apple Watches in September. The October event often sees Apple launch new Macs, but this is another one that changes from year to year. Apple launched the new iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro in September 2022. Apple launched the new iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro in September 2022.Apple Apple launched the new iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro in September 2022.Apple Apple What Apple events will take place in 2024? Here are the events we expect to see in the remainder of 2024, and what could launch. WWDC: June 10-14 2024 WWDC will take place from June 10-14 with the event kicking the conference off at 10am on June 10, 2024. Apple uses WWDC each year to unveil the latest versions of its operating systems, so in 2024 we’ll get a preview of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, watchOS 11, and tvOS 18, and possibly an update to Apple’s realityOS. The WWDC keynote is where Apple will announce its next major operating system releases: iOS and iPadOS 18, macOS 15, tvOS 18, watchOS 11, and visionOS 2. Expect to hear a lot about AI this year. Apple’s Vision Pro headset hasn’t yet launched in locations including the U.K. Europe, Canada and Australia, so Apple could mention a date for the worldwide launch. Apple sometimes announces new hardware at WWDC, so we could see new Macs: Mac Studio M3 Max and M3 Ultra and Mac Pro with the same chips, although now that the iPad Pro is shipping with M4 chips perhaps Apple will jump to that generation. We may also see a new Mac mini with M3 and M3 Pro – or that may wait for the M4. However, all indications are that there will be no new hardware at the event. Following the keynote on the Monday, developer events and sessions will run throughout the week. Dates for WWDC: WWDC 2024: June 10-14 WWDC 2023: June 5-9 WWDC 2022: June 6-10 WWDC 2021: June 7-11 WWDC 2020: June 22-26 WWDC 2019: June 3-7 WWDC 2018: June 4-8 WWDC 2017: June 5-9 You can about WWDC date, times and everything you need to know in a separate article. iPhone 16 launch event: September 2024 Apple always holds an event in September, and almost always uses this to announce a new iPhone and Apple Watch. (The only exception in recent memory was in 2020, as a result of Covid-related production issues. That year the iPhone was announced in October, but there was still a September event.) What else could we see? A new iPad mini and iPad Air. The AirPods could get an update (or two) and we might even see a HomePod with a screen. Here are the past few Apple September event dates: 2023: Tuesday, September 12 2022: Tuesday, September 13 2022: Wednesday, September 7 2021: Tuesday, September 14 2020: Tuesday, September 15 2019: Tuesday, September 10 2018: Wednesday, September 12 2017: Tuesday, September 12 For more information about Apple’s September events read: Apple’s September iPhone event: Date, time, and what will launch. October 2024 Event There could be iPad and Mac events in October and/or November 2024. But this is a long way off so we won’t get into too much detail just yet. In the past, Apple has held a second fall event on the following dates: 2023: Monday, October 30 2022: No event 2021: Monday, October 18 2020: Tuesday, October 13 and Tuesday, November 10 2019: No event 2018: Tuesday, October 30 2017: No event 2016: Thursday, October 27 2015: No event 2014: Thursday, October 16 2013: Tuesday, October 22 2012: Tuesday, October 23 2011: Tuesday, October 4 We expect Apple to launch new iPads and Macs in the late fall/autumn. For more information about Apple’s October events read: Apple’s October Event: Date, time and what will launch. Spring event 2025 Here are the dates of the past seven Apple spring events. 2024: Tuesday May 7 2023: No event 2022: Tuesday March 8 2021: Tuesday April 20 2020: No event 2019: Monday March 25 2018: Tuesday March 27 2017: No event 2016: Monday March 21 2015: Monday March 9 2014: No event 2013: No event 2012: Wednesday March 7 For more information about Apple’s spring events read: Apple Spring event: Date, time, product launch rumors. Apple Inc, iOS, iPad, iPhone, Mac, MacOS

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WWDC last-minute rumors: Dark icons, locked apps, Siri with AI, and more
Macworld It’s time for the most impactful keynote Apple will deliver all year: WWDC, when the company unveils the new direction it will take its devices. Today Apple will unveil iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, macOS 15, and watchOS 11, along with possible updates to tvOS, AirPods, HomePod, and visionOS all coming this fall.  It’s a big day. So if you’re as excited as we are, you’re tracking all of the latest news and rumors before the keynote kicks off at 10 am PT. Well, look no further—we’ve got everything you need right here. WWDC 2024: Latest news Dark-mode icons: According to MacRumors, iOS 18 will bring Dark Mode to the icons on the Home Screen to give the iPhone a full-on dark appearance. It has also been rumored that Apple will let users change the color of app icons using AI, so this is likely an extension of that feature. Locked apps: Another MacRumors report claims that Apple will let users lock apps behind Face ID similar to how Notes, Photos, and Safari lets users enable authentication for certain content and features. (Note that certain third-party apps such as WhatsApp let you do this already.) Siri with AI: AppleInsider outlines all the new features Siri will be able to do thanks to AI, which will be dubbed Apple Intelligence. The report says Apple “wants to get its AI accustomed to natural language, speech patterns, sentence structures, and instruction types.” AirPods hearing test: According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple will announce a new “hearing test” feature for AirPods that will presumably play a series of beeps to test your ability to detect certain frequencies. WWDC 2024: Watch the keynote The WWDC keynote will kick off at 10am PT and will be live-streamed for all to see. You can watch it on Apple.com, in the TV app, or on YouTube below. WWDC 2024: Live blog We’ll be following the WWDC announcements for anyone who can’t watch it so be sure to come back at 10am PT when the keynote begins. iOS, MacOS

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Windows 11 Pro is $24.97 for Father’s Day and this is your last chance
Macworld If your Dad isn’t getting ahead of the AI revolution, then he’s already falling behind. Like, is Dad’s current operating system using artificial intelligence features to improve his computing experience? If the answer is no (or even if you aren’t sure), upgrade Dad now to Microsoft Windows 11 Pro to enjoy enhanced UI abilities, better multitasking, improved security, and yes, the advantages of AI tools to help make his PC truly sing. Of particular interest in Windows 11 Pro is Windows Copilot, an artificial intelligence feature designed to assist users with various tasks to enhance productivity and usability. Just think of it as your dedicated digital assistant, integrated directly into the operating system to help automate routine tasks, provide contextual help based on current activity, summarize documents, emails, and other text-based content, manage media playback, and more. There’s even natural language interaction to handle answering questions easily, even through voice commands. Copilot essentially makes your PC more intuitive and more efficient, making everyday computing tasks simpler and more streamlined. But of course, that doesn’t mean Microsoft took their eye off the ball when it comes to security. With enhanced safety tools and improved security features, Windows 11 Pro represents a significant upgrade, including biometric logins, smart app controls, full device encryption, and firewall network protection so your data and device always remain safe and secure. Right now, land Dad a lifetime license to install Microsoft Windows 11 Pro at over 80% off the regular price. As part of this Father’s Dale Sale, it’s your last chance to get Windows 11 Pro for just $24.97. Just make sure to complete your purchase before 11:59 p.m. PT on June 10 to get the big savings.   Microsoft Windows 11 Pro – $24.97 Get it now for $24.97 StackSocial prices subject to change. Windows

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Apple offers several ways to watch the 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference keynote address
Apple’s 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference starts today and runs through June 14. And like the last four years, it will be mostly an online event, albeit select developers and students will be invited on-site to Apple Park. During today’s keynote speech, Apple is expected to unveil iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, tvOS 18, watchOS […] Source

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Microsoft Office could be just the hookup your Dad’s Mac needs for just $29.97
Macworld If you really want to help Dad out, the last thing he needs is a new tie or set of golf balls. No, Dad needs to clean stuff up, whether it’s personal, business, or maybe even both. You likely don’t know exactly what areas your father needs to get under control, but you can be the instrument of change that Dad needs by giving him a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home and Business 2019 for Mac. And thanks to it being Dad’s big day, you can get that productivity powerhouse for one of the lowest prices of the year – $29.97 – as part of our Father’s Day Sale. This collection serves up all the staples of Microsoft’s perennial productivity suite including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, and Access. From word processing and spreadsheets to presentations, correspondence, and all manner of creative projects, this package is a must for anyone looking for apps with the computing muscle to help get nearly any task completed. Rather than opting for a subscription-based service like Microsoft 365, this package offers a one-time purchase option, granting users a lifetime license to access all these applications on their Mac for the life of the device. Microsoft Office Home and Business 2019 for Mac is regularly a $229 value, but as part of this Father’s Day sale, you can get it for your dad now at over 80% off, down to only $29.97. Just make your purchase before the deal expires at 11:59 p.m. PT on June 10.   Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac – $29.97 Get the deal for $29.97 StackSocial prices subject to change. Accessories

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Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro plunges to $1,699
The WWDC price war sees Apple's current MacBook Pro 14-inch with the M3 Pro chip fall to $1,699, which is the lowest price on record.Get Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro 14 for just $1,699.To snap up the deal while supplies last, head over to B&H Photo or Amazon. Both retailers are discounting the standard M3 Pro model by $300, allowing for the system in Space Black to fall to the lowest price ever.Grab the $1,699 deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider

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Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro plunges to $1,699
The WWDC price war sees Apple's current MacBook Pro 14-inch with the M3 Pro chip fall to $1,699, which is the lowest price on record.Get Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro 14 for just $1,699.To snap up the deal while supplies last, head over to B&H Photo or Amazon. Both retailers are discounting the standard M3 Pro model by $300, allowing for the system in Space Black to fall to the lowest price ever.Grab the $1,699 deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider

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Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro plunges to $1,699
The WWDC price war sees Apple's current MacBook Pro 14-inch with the M3 Pro chip fall to $1,699, which is the lowest price on record.Get Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro 14 for just $1,699.To snap up the deal while supplies last, head over to B&H Photo or Amazon. Both retailers are discounting the standard M3 Pro model by $300, allowing for the system in Space Black to fall to the lowest price ever.Grab the $1,699 deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider

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iOS 18 could bring an even better Dark Mode
iOS 18 could a key dark mode improvement, adding a dark tint to the Home Screen icons on your iPhone for a stealthy look. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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iOS 18: Six new features coming to the iPhone (other than AI)
While new AI features will steal the show at WWDC this week, Apple has a number of other changes planned for iOS 18. This includes new home screen customization options, design changes, and more. Head below for a roundup of some of the non-AI features rumored for iOS 18 this year. more…

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