This waterproof Bluetooth speaker offers 360° surround sound at a price better than Amazon’s, now $100
Macworld Whether you’re planning a beach day or camping trip this summer, there’s one thing you’ll need to keep the mood upbeat: music. Fortunately, you can bring happy beats and tunes wherever you go with the TREBLAB HD-360 Bluetooth speaker. This highly portable and user-friendly speaker is sure to be a welcome accessory, especially since has an impressive 20 hours of battery life, IPX4 waterproofing, surround sound, and more. Now, it’s on sale for $99.99 (reg. $159) — it’s a price that even beats Amazon’s. The standout feature of the TREBLAB HD-360 is its IPX4 waterproofing. It’ll keep playing your music even when it’s touched by wayward splashes, rain, and other liquid. It’s the ideal speaker for beach or pool days, as well as other outdoor excursions. The TREBLAB HD-360 easily connects to your iPhone and other devices with Bluetooth 5.0 and provides 90W and 360° surround for rich, smooth basses and clear highs. With a full charge, you can play tunes for up to 20 hours. Thanks to its TWS mode, you can amplify your music by pairing two speakers together. This speaker even has NFC technology, which makes it easy to pair NFC-enabled devices to the TREBLAB. Bring immersive, crisp sound anywhere when you get the TREBLAB HD-360 Bluetooth Speaker for just $99.99.   TREBLAB HD-360 Portable Bluetooth Speaker – Only $99.99 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change. Speakers

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Use Beelinguapp to learn a new language by reading and listening, only $29.97
Macworld Learning a new language can help you communicate abroad and can even improve your career prospects. While language learning isn’t easy, you can learn more intuitively with Beelinguapp. Beelinguapp helps students master a second language by focusing on the listening approach to learning. Now, lifetime access to this innovative language-learning solution is only $29.97 (reg. $100). Compatible with Android 4.3 and up and iOS 9 and higher, Beelinguapp offers 14 different languages to learn, including Korean, Spanish, French, and more. How it works is that it shows you two texts side by side, one in your first or native language, and the other you’re learning. It also provides an audiobook option with karaoke reading, allowing students to follow the audio’s text for greater language immersion. To keep you motivated to learn your new language, you can pick which type of text to learn from. Options include fairy tales, news, science papers, classic novels, and more. New texts are also added weekly. Beelinguapp’s innovative approach to learning a second language has earned it rave reviews, and the platform boasts over 57K reviews on the Google Play Store, as well as a 4.8-star rating out of five on the App Store. Learn a new language by listening and reading along. Grab a lifetime subscription to Beelinguapp, now just $29.97 until May 22 at 11:59 PM Pacific.   Beelinguapp Language Learning App: Lifetime Subscription Only $29.97 at Macworld accStackSocial prices subject to change. Accessories

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Apple to increase trade-in credit for those buying an iPhone 15
If you still have an iPhone 14 or older, Apple offers you credit to buy a new iPhone when you return yours to the company. Soon, Apple will increase the credit for those who give away an iPhone in the trade-in program and use the credit to buy a brand new iPhone 15. more…

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2023 App Store report shows rise in downloads, developers & removals
Apple's recent App Store Transparency Report highlights substantial increases in app downloads and registered developers, along with details on the latest app removals due to government takedowns.2023 App Store report shows rise in downloads, developers & removalsEach year, Apple publishes its App Store Transparency Report, offering a comprehensive look into its operations. It provides valuable insights into user engagement, app reviews, developer activities, and other tidbits.The company has released its transparency report for 2023, and it shows impressive growth in various numbers over 2022. For example, the App Store saw increased user engagement in 2023. Weekly visitors averaged 734,673,588, up from 656,739,889 in 2022. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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How small & medium businesses can stop Mac malware in its tracks
Some of us are old enough to remember the days when malware was strictly a Windows problem. Macs were more secure by design, but another key factor was that there weren’t enough of them in use to make Mac malware a sensible use of time for attackers. With Macs now very much a mainstream choice for consumers and businesses alike, they’ve also become a far more attractive target for cybercriminals – and Mac malware is a real and growing problem … more…

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Overnight, your Apple TV may have become one of the best retro gaming devices available
RetroArch on tvOS delivers 78 emulators to Apple TV, making Apple's set-top box one of the best retro gaming devices available… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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The Apple TV is coming for the Raspberry Pi’s retro emulation box crown
Apple’s restrictions will still hold it back, but there’s a lot of possibility.

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Apple makes it impossible for developers to test third-party web engines outside the EU
Apple has made significant changes to the App Store guidelines in the European Union in order to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) antitrust legislation. One of these changes allows developers to release iPhone web browsers with their own engine, but the company is making it difficult for developers to test their apps before releasing them to users in the EU. more…

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AT&T looks to deliver satellite voice calls and broadband to 5G iPhones
AT&T and AST SpaceMobile have entered a definitive commercial agreement to provide a space-based broadband network… The post AT&T looks to deliver satellite voice calls and broadband to 5G iPhones appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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iPhone 16 camera upgrades may be the best reason to upgrade
The iPhone has a well-loved camera system that Apple continues to improve over time. Here's what's rumored to change with the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro.The cameras of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro MaxThe camera is arguably one of the most important parts of the iPhone. The imaging capabilities of the smartphone have been a common attraction for consumers, choosing to shoot with Apple's system over mobile devices.It's so important to Apple that its "Shot on iPhone" marketing exercise focuses on the quality and capabilities of the iPhone in capturing video and audio. Even to a professional or broadcast grade. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Super-slim iPhone could be Apple’s most expensive ever
Apple reportedly found ways to "significantly" slim down the iPhone. The upcoming handset will be for the luxury market, with a high price. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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iOS 17.5 is allegedly resurfacing pictures that were deleted years age [Update: It gets worse]
A bug in iOS 17.5 is allegedly resurfacing photos that were deleted years ago for some iPhone users, according to posts on Reddit. The affected iPhone users say that after updating to iOS 17.5 – which was released on Monday – there are a number of pictures in the Photos app that were deleted years ago. May 17, 2024 update below… more…

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Delta Emulator changes logo after Adobe legal threat
The developer behind Delta has been threatened with legal action by Adobe, forcing the game emulator to change its icon.Adobe's logo [left], Delta's new icon [middle], Delta's old icon [right]On Friday, the Delta game emulator updated its icon to something a bit unusual. Instead of an incomplete triangle that represents its namesake, the fourth Greek letter delta, the icon's top section appears to have been broken off and shifted to one side.In a Mastodon post, the change is explained by the threat of legal action. Rather than a competing app marketplace or an app developer, the challenge instead came from Creative Cloud maker Adobe. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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CdkeySales May Super Sale brings Windows 10 Pro for just $17
The CdkeySales May Super Sale brings you excellent deals on Microsoft software like Windows and Microsoft Office. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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How to download Apple Maps for offline use
iOS 17 allows Apple Maps users to download maps for offline use and generate turn-by-turn directions with them. Here's how to set that up. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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iPhone 16 display mass production said to start next month
Mass production of displays slated for Apple's next-gen iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models will start in June, according to… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Next year’s iPhone could feature a thin, redesigned ultra high-end model
Macworld It might seem like every year the next big iPhone update is just a year away, but a new rumor claims that this time it might actually be true. A new report from The Information (subscription required) says that Apple is working on a new version of the iPhone for 2025 that will be sold as a higher-end version above Pro Max model.  However, this new iPhone won’t simply be a larger version of the Pro Max. In fact, it might not be a Pro model at all. The Information reports that the new iPhone’s most defining characteristic will be its redesigned body with a new ultra-thin case, smaller Dynamic Island, and centered rear camera, giving this iPhone an obvious visual difference from the other models in the lineup. The size of the display may fall between the Pro and Pro Max models, the first time Apple didn’t place a premium on the largest model. The new thin iPhone will also likely have an A19 Pro chip and appears to replace the iPhone Plus, even though it will be more expensive than the iPhone Pro Max. Apple has been rumored to be releasing a new higher-end iPhone for years, but it was reported that it would be an ultra-high-end model with a larger screen. This model appears to be a departure from that plan. It appears as though thin is back in style in Cupertino. Apple just unveiled the M4 iPad Pro with a thickness of 5.3mm, the thinnest device Apple has ever made. The iPhone 16 Plus has a thickness of 7.8mm compared to the M2 iPad Pro, which had was 6.4mm depth. The Information’s report comes after analyst Jeff Pu wrote in an investor note earlier this month about a similar new iPhone model. Pu said the iPhone 17 and 17 “Slim” will have 8GB of RAM with either the A18 or A19 chip, while the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max will have an A19 Pro with 12GB of RAM. However, the Information’s report paints a picture of a higher-end model than Pu’s rumor. Also chiming in on the rumor is Ross Young of Display Supply Chain Consultants, who says the new model will have a 6.5-inch display. iPhone

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HomeKit Weekly: Linkind’s Matter-enabled smart plug delivers 2 HomeKit plugs for a low cost in a single box
HomeKit smart plugs are one of the most useful smart home products you can buy. Everyone can find a use for them. They work with anything that has a 110-volt plug that auto turns on, and they’re really affordable. They’ve been around for years as well, so the hardware has become incredibly reliable as well. Linkind’s new Matter-enabled smart plug that comes in a 2-pack is an incredible value for those looking to automate multiple rooms in their home. more…

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Apple’s ultra-thin iPad Pro spectacularly passes bend test
The new iPad Pro — the thinnest Apple product ever — takes portability to a whole new level. It also does not bend. The 11-inch model… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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OLED iPad Pro owners discover grainy display problem
New M4 iPad Pro owners are complaining about an issue that produces visible grainy artifacts in the display.iPad Pro with M4 and a Nano-texture coatingThe iPad Pro with M4 is starting to arrive with consumers, eager to get started using their new tablets. But while the Tandem OLED system promises a bright picture, some users are discovering apparent issues with the display.For some Reddit users, there appears to be a grainy appearance when viewing content. The grain is visible and very apparent when closely inspected, especially in dark rooms. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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