iOS 18 might have new iMessage effects
The changes Apple made in the iOS 18 iMessage could instigate new text effects wherein stylized texts and animating words could be included, and can be sent to Android users. iMessage users will be familiar on how the app deals with certain words inside a message. Options that exist are the Happy Birthday balloon trigger […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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How to watch WWDC 2024 on iPhone, iPad, Mac & Apple TV
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is one of the most anticipated events in the tech world. Here's how you can watch the WWDC keynote and developer sessions.How to watch WWDC 2024 on iPhone, iPad, Mac & Apple TVWatching the WWDC keynote provides a glimpse into Apple's vision for the next year and beyond for software, services, and sometimes hardware. The company also hosts sessions for developers to add the latest Apple APIs and technology to their apps.WWDC offers something for everyone, especially that keynote. And, the keynote starts on June 10 at 10:00 am PT, 1:00 pm ET. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Whoa, the MacBook Air M2 is down to $829
Macworld The M2 MacBook Air might not be the latest laptop, but it’s still one of the best Macs and laptops you can buy at its usual price of $999. But today it’s down to an insane value: The M2 MacBook Air is down to $829 at Amazon today, a superb laptop that is available for its best price ever. While this isn’t the most recent MacBook Air model, the M2 laptop is still a powerhouse. The laptop has a strikingly thin design and weighs just 2.7 pounds, making it the perfect portable device. As mentioned, the model you can get for a mere $829 right now runs on the M2 chip with an 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU, which translates into speed and efficiency no matter what task you want to complete. You also get 256GB of storage space. As the MacBook Air features an SSD, you’ll load everything fast, even when multitasking. With some 18 hours of battery life, you won’t have to worry about remembering to take the charger with you. The screen is a standout feature for the MacBook Air. The 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display has over 500 nits of brightness, a P3 wide color, and supports 1 billion colors. Pictures and movies will look vibrant no matter what you’re looking at, and you’ll even get a decent experience when you’re using your laptop outdoors. In our 2022 review, we gave the M2 MacBook Air 4.5 stars and praised its design and performance, calling it “wonderfully thin and light with a big beautiful display and killer battery life.” So go ahead and place your order for the MacBook Air M2 for $829 because we can’t know when the discount expires or when we’ll see such a price again. Get an M2 MacBook Air M2 for just $829 View deal at Amazon Laptops

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4 ways to watch the WWDC keynote with iOS 18, AI announcements, and more
Apple’s yearly developer conference kicks off on June 10 at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET. Here are 4 ways to watch the WWDC keynote including in this post below. We’ll also look at how to set a reminder, what to expect, and more. more…

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Apple Books now offers Reese's Book Club audiobook recommendations
Apple Books users can now discover the top audiobook picks from Reese Witherspoon, with the service now the preferred home for her eponymous Book Club.Reese's Book Club audiobooks can be listened to via Apple BooksA popular book club founded by Reese Witherspoon, Reese's Book Club selects a new book every month. Each recommendation is a book that spotlights a woman as the center of the story.Under the new partnership between Apple and Witherspoon, Apple Books will have a dedicated page for the club. The page will include not only the current audiobook pick, but also notify when there is a new recommendation. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple Books is now the official audiobook home of Reese’s Book Club
Apple Books was already the home for Oprah’s Book Club, but now Apple has announced a new partnership with another celebrity and their book club. Reese’s Book Club, curated by Reese Witherspoon, has made Apple Books its official audiobook home. more…

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Trailer shows Land of Women not safe from gun-toting killers
A new 'Land of Women' trailer shows that even the bucolic old country isn't out or reach of bloodthirsty New York City loan sharks. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Netflix to end support for 2nd and 3rd gen. Apple TV on July 31st
In an email to some subscribers, Netflix announced that it will no longer support second-generation and third-generation Apple TV models… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Though cool, Apple Pencil Pro could be overkill for many iPad users [Review] ★★★★★
Get the lowdown on the Apple Pencil Pro. Is it a must-have for iPad users? We explore its features and whether it's worth the investment. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Silo fans, here’s some big news about coming seasons of the popular Apple TV+ series
One of the biggest hits on Apple TV+ has been Silo, a dystopian sci-fi series that debuted last summer and at one point tracked as the top show in all of streaming. Back during season one’s run, before its finale aired Apple confirmed a renewal of Silo for a second season. Now, we have some exciting news about the latest status of season two and the plan for future seasons beyond that. more…

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Another streaming service is raising its prices, effective immediately
Stop me if you’ve heard this before: a streaming service is getting more expensive. This time, Max (the streamer formerly known as HBO Max) is increasing the prices of its ad-free plans. The standard ad-free tier will increase from $15.99 to $16.99 per month, while the 4K ad-free plan will increase from $19.99 to $20.99 per month. more…

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Today in Apple history: Mac clone-maker peaks before a dizzying decline
On June 4, 1997, Mac clone-maker Power Computing hit its high point and began a rapid decline. By early 1998, it was out of business. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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If you own a non-4K Apple TV, you might not be able to watch Netflix next month
Macworld If you own an older Apple TV, it might be time to upgrade. In a message to subscribers, Netflix has announced that the 2nd and 3rd generation Apple TV devices (the earlier, non-4K models) won’t be able to access the Netflix app after July 31, 2024. That leaves four Apple TV models that support Netflix: the 4th-gen Apple TV HD and all three Apple TV 4K models. Apple stopped selling the Apple TV HD in October 2022, so if you need a new model, you’ll need to upgrade to the Apple TV 4K (3rd generation), which starts at $129. The 2nd-gen Apple TV was discontinued in 2012 while the 3rd-gen model remained on shelves until 2016. To clarify: If you bought your Apple TV within the last 8 years you should be fine, and if you need a new one, the only model Apple sells now is the 3rd-gen Apple TV 4K which starts at a reasonable $129. Netflix says it is ending support to “maintain the best possible Netflix experience,” so it’s not clear whether the app will stop working entirely on August 1 or if some features will be unavailable. The main difference between the 3rd-gen and 4th-gen Apple TV HD boxes is the chip (A5 vs A8), where the A8 is significantly faster and more capable. The A5 chip is a single-core 32-bit system-on-a-chip while the 64-bit A8 has a dual-core CPU and quad-core GPU. The 1st-gen Apple TV 4K has an even newer chip, the A10X, which has a 6-core CPU and 12-core GPU. Apple was expected to release a new Apple TV 4K in the first half of this year, but a new report claims that a new model “isn’t imminent.” Apple TV

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Parallels releases Parallels Desktop for Mac 19.4
Parallels has released Parallels Desktop for Mac 19.4.0 (54962) which addresses the overall stability and security issues and includes the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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iPhone and Apple Watch refurbs sale brings great bargains
Who needs new when refurbished will do? Check out Woot's hot iPhones and Apple Watches sale for great deals while they last. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Space Black 13-inch 1TB M4 iPad Pro $130 off, steel Apple Watch Series 9 $100 off, massive HomePod deals, and more
Today’s best Apple deals are now ready to go with a new all-time low on Apple’s Space Black 13-inch 1TB M4 iPad Pro starting at $1,769 joining other configurations from $950. From there, we move over to some additional Apple Watch Series 9 models seeing solid $100 price drops, most notably three different colors of the higher-end stainless steel variants, as well a massive $175 price drop on the latest HomePod (if you’re fast), a Buy One Got One FREE offer on HomePod mini, and even more. Check it all out down below. more…

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Space Black 13-inch 1TB M4 iPad Pro $130 off, steel Apple Watch Series 9 $100 off, massive HomePod deals, and more
Today’s best Apple deals are now ready to go with a new all-time low on Apple’s Space Black 13-inch 1TB M4 iPad Pro starting at $1,769 joining other configurations from $950. From there, we move over to some additional Apple Watch Series 9 models seeing solid $100 price drops, most notably three different colors of the higher-end stainless steel variants, as well a massive $175 price drop on the latest HomePod (if you’re fast), a Buy One Got One FREE offer on HomePod mini, and even more. Check it all out down below. more…

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Space Black 13-inch 1TB M4 iPad Pro $130 off, steel Apple Watch Series 9 $100 off, massive HomePod deals, and more
Today’s best Apple deals are now ready to go with a new all-time low on Apple’s Space Black 13-inch 1TB M4 iPad Pro starting at $1,769 joining other configurations from $950. From there, we move over to some additional Apple Watch Series 9 models seeing solid $100 price drops, most notably three different colors of the higher-end stainless steel variants, as well a massive $175 price drop on the latest HomePod (if you’re fast), a Buy One Got One FREE offer on HomePod mini, and even more. Check it all out down below. more…

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Don’t miss these Apple TV+ movies that are only available for a limited time [June 2024]
If you are an Apple TV+ subscriber, you have access to the full roster of Apple originals, none of which are going away any time soon. Examples include shows like Ted Lasso, Severance, and the Best Picture-winning film CODA. As a subscriber, you also gain free access to an assortment of TV+ movies from other film studios that will come and go on a rotating basis. Every month, Apple adds new films to its roster for subscribers and some existing films become unavailable. Here is the full list of limited-time titles that Apple TV+ currently offers subscribers at no additional cost. more…

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