iPhone 16 Pro Max battery could get an energy density upgrade
Apple might equip the iPhone 16 Pro Max with a higher-density battery for longer runtime, encased in stainless steel for enhanced protection. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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How to repurpose an old iPad and make it useful again
After upgrading an iPad, you may want to find a use for your old one instead of disposing of it. Here are ways you can make your older iPads more useful.Reuse your old iPads.When your iPad gets old and you want to get a new one, there are a number of ways you can reuse it to keep it useful. In our interconnected world, information is everywhere, and having a second or even a third iPad can come in very handy.And, even when an app updates cutting off your iPad that may be stuck on iOS 15 or iOS 9, there's still a way to get older versions of software for it. You may have to get the newer version of an app on your new device first, but Apple keeps older versions around. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Goodnotes for iPad updated with Apple Pencil Pro support
Along with the launch of the new and M4 iPad Pro, Apple has also introduced a new that has the same design as the Apple Pencil 2, but features new sensors and Find My support. The company has added new APIs to iPadOS so that developers can take advantage of these new features, and Goodnotes is one of the first apps to do just that. more…

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Apple Music reveals next 10 albums on 100 Best Albums of All Time list
Apple Music this week announced the release of its 100 Best Albums of all time, a celebratory list of the greatest records ever… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Popular game emulator PPSSPP now available on the iOS App Store
We’ve seen a lot of game emulators showing up on the App Store after Apple changed its guidelines to allow such software. Following the release of Delta, Gamma, and RetroArch, the popular PPSSPP (a PSP emulator) is now available on the App Store for iOS users. more…

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Western Digital launches world’s first 6TB 2.5-inch portable HDDs
Western Digital launched with 2.5-inch portable hard drives that, for the first time, can hold 6TB of data. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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iMessage appears to be experiencing an outage
Apple's iMessage service is experiencing a rare outage on Thursday that is being reported by many users across the United States.iMessage is experiencing an outageThe iMessage service is one of Apple's most used, with millions of messages going out in seconds. When it experiences an outage, it is an immediate effect and easily discovered by services like Downdetector.Starting at about 5:40 p.m. EST, reports started flooding in of slow to send or failed messages via iMessage. Downdetector is still seeing a spike in complaints as the outage is being discovered and reported. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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PSA: iMessage is currently down for some users
If you’re having problems trying to use iMessage this Thursday night, it’s not just you. Many users are reporting that iMessage is currently down around the world. However, Apple is yet to acknowledge any issues. more…

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This AI tool is the Swiss Army knife of the internet
Let AI create words and images for you. Grab a lifetime subscription to the Taskio AI productivity tool for just $16.97 (regularly $540). (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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AAA title ‘Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ launches on Apple Silicon Macs on November 15th
Ubisoft's AAA title "Assassin's Creed Shadows" is coming November 15th on Apple Silicon Macs via Apple's Mac App Store… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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New iPad Pro released, iOS 18 accessibility features, Apple AI servers
Benjamin gives his thoughts on his brief experience using the new M4 iPad Pro hardware, while Chance ponders a purchase. Apple previews some exciting new iOS 18 accessibility features, and we gist more insight into Apple’s AI plans with reports that the company is already hosting Apple Silicon chips in its server farms. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance react to the increasing likelihood that John Ternus becomes Apple’s next CEO, in the fullness of time. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Incogni: Limit public access to your private information, mitigate the risks of identity theft, and keep your data from being sold. Use code “happyhour” at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: incogni.com/happyhour Sponsored by LinkedIn Jobs: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/HAPPYHOUR. more…

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PSA: Time is running out to claim up to $349 from Apple’s iPhone 7 lawsuit settlement
If you owned an iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus that suffered audio issues, your time is running out to claim a portion of Apple’s $35 million class action lawsuit settlement. Apple agreed to settle the lawsuit last year, and the deadline for affected iPhone 7 users to make a claim is fast approaching: June 3. more…

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Oberon Technologies delivers Apple Vision Pro application to train nuclear facility employees
The Apple Vision Pro price tag is a small price to pay for a more effective and safe way to train workers in hazardous environments… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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iPhone 16 September launch on track with production starting in June
Apple's suppliers are preparing to start production of displays for the iPhone 16 in June, a report claims, indicating things are still on schedule for a September launch.iPhone 16 displays will probably be produced from June. The supply chain is very familiar with Apple's scheduling, with parts and components produced like clockwork ahead of Apple's usual fall iPhone update. Now, it seems a key component is close to entering production.According to Display Supply Chain Consultants' Ross Young, display panels intended for the iPhone 16 generation will start being made by partners in June. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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40% of iPad users keep their device for 3 years or more, what about you? [Poll]
We just saw a new study from CIRP that says a growing group of iPad owners are keeping the tablet longer than ever before upgrading. What about you? We’re curious, how long are you waiting between iPad purchases? more…

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9to5Mac Daily: May 16, 2024 – Apple + OpenAI rumors, iPad durability testing
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Subscribe to support Chance directly with 9to5Mac Daily Plus and unlock: Ad-free versions of every episode Bonus content more…

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Safari 17.5
Patches a security vulnerability in Ventura and Monterey. (Free, various sizes, macOS 12+)

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There’s some Apple UI magic sprinkled into the Pencil Pro experience
The Apple Pencil Pro is now arriving in users’ hands as of yesterday’s launch, and with it discoveries are being made about some of the finer details of the new product. One especially noteworthy example comes from Quinn Nelson, who found that Apple has sprinkled a heaping dose of UI magic into the Pencil Pro interface when using the new M4 iPad Pro. more…

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Best clip-on game controller is ready for the latest iPhone [Review] ★★★★★
Take your mobile gaming to the next level with the Backbone One USB-C game controller. Get more fun out of your iPhone (or Android). (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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iPhone make you motion sick in the car? This iOS 18 feature intends to fix that
It’s still a few weeks until WWDC, but Apple has already pre-announced some of the innovative features coming to iOS 18, visionOS 2, and its other platforms via an accessibility news drop. Later this year we’ll be getting Vision Pro-style eye tracking on iPad and iPhone, powerful Vocal Shortcuts to create custom device voice commands, Live Captions for augmented reality on visionOS, and a hands-free CarPlay mode. One other iOS 18 feature announced, which is sure to be beneficial to an especially broad array of users, is called Vehicle Motion Cues. This feature aims to reduce or eliminate motion sickness for iPhone users riding in the car. more…

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