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- Tuesday February 24
- 06:04 pmUnsurprisingly, Apple's board gets what it wants in 2026 shareholder meeting
The 2026 Apple shareholders meeting has again predictably gone the board's way, with shareholders agreeing to re-elect the existing board, pay them well, and ignore a proposal about China.Apple ParkThe 2026 Apple Annual Meeting of Shareholders occurred on Tuesday, giving stock owners the opportunity to have their say on corporate matters. As usual, the shareholders are allowing Apple to continue operating how it wants, with no unexpected decisions being made.Announced in early January, the February 24 meeting dealt with a total of five proposals for voting. Four are typical corporate governance topics, including elections and compensation matters, while the fifth was about China. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:01 pmNext-gen Sandisk Extreme Portable SSD gets 2X faster but smaller
The new Sandisk Extreme Portable SSD (V3) offers 2,000 MBps data transfers, up to 2 TB of capacity, drop protection and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:28 pmDitch that clunky MacBook Air charger for this tiny 3-port Anker one (35% off)
Macworld Instead of carrying around that large MacBook charger with a single port, you could get this three-port Anker Nano model for $26, a 35 percent discount, and the best price we’ve seen since it was $24 on Black Friday. This GaN charger is more compact and much better at temperature control. With three ports, this Anker model is a lot more versatile since you can also use it to charge smartphones, tablets, and other gadgets. There are two USB-C and one USB-A, with either of the C-ports having the capacity to reach 65W, while the A-port caps at 22.5W. When all ports are in use, the top one is limited to 40W, but that’s still more than the 30W adapter that came with your MacBook Air. When multiple devices are connected, the charger is great at distributing power to ensure an efficient charge for each. This makes it an ideal companion for any trip you take since you won’t need to pack multiple chargers. It also doesn’t hurt that the Anker Nano has foldable prongs, so your other gadgets won’t get scratched up in your bag. So snag this 3-port Anker Nano charger for $26 and get the compact model you actually need. Buy now at Amazon05:11 pmHands-on: These are my favorite high-power power banks for your MacBook & iPad
Power banks have come a long way in just a few short years. What used to be a way to get a quick top off on your phone has evolved into devices capable of charging multiple laptops at full speed. Thanks to USB-C and fast charging, many modern power banks can now deliver up to 140W, rivaling wall chargers in both power and efficiency while still being portable enough to carry in a bag. There are a few brands that are well respected and known for their high-quality power banks, so I wanted to see who made the best high-powered charger that could charge at least 100W, has a built-in cable, is TSA approved, and also provides some charging stats in real time. Here are the best ones I have tested so far! more…05:01 pmiPhone 18 Pro may get a sharper 24MP front-facing camera
Apple's next pro-level iPhone, the iPhone 18 Pro, could feature a 24 megapixel camera, although what that actually means isn't entirely clear.iPhone 18 Pro rumored to feature 24MP front cameraOn Tuesday, the rumor mill gifted us with a new bit of ephemera to add to the pile. This time, it targeted the iPhone 18 Pro's camera — specifically, what we could expect in terms of resolution.WhyLab, a previously unknown to AppleInsider leaker, speculated on Weibo that the iPhone 18 Pro would gain a 24MP front camera. According to Google Translate, he said: Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:59 pmiOS 27’s most fascinating change might stay secret until September
iOS 27 will be unveiled in just a few months at WWDC, but there’s one rumored change that’s likely to stay a secret until close to the September launch: iPhone Fold multitasking. more…04:53 pmFamily and friends commemorate Steve Jobs with inspirational letters
On the Apple founder's 71st birthday, the Steve Jobs Archive has unveiled "Letters to a Young Creator," a gorgeously designed collection with genuinely inspiring advice for anyone starting out in their career.Steve Jobs (left) with the cover of the new book "Letters to a Young Creator" (right) — image credits: Apple, Steve Jobs ArdhiveThe new project has been launched to commemorate what would have been Apple founder Steve Jobs's 71st birthday. It's a collection of over 30 essays, most illustrated with a pen sketch of the writer, which is inspired by one of Jobs's favorite books."Among the books that mattered to Steve was Rilke's Letters to a Young Poet," writes Jobs's widow, Laurene Powell Jobs in her essay. "I'm struck by this line from its pages: 'Live the questions for now. Perhaps then you will gradually, without noticing it, live your way into the answer, one distant day in the future.'" Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:47 pmThanks to our Substack subscribers, ads on MacDailyNews now greatly reduced
Just a quick note: Thanks to our MacDailyNews on Substack subscribers, we've significantly reduced ads across MacDailyNews… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:44 pmDeals: Most affordable iPhone 16 Pro $300 off, 1TB M5 MacBook Pro $200 off, stainless steel Apple Watch $450 off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: Most affordable iPhone 16 Pro $300 off, 1TB M5 MacBook Pro $200 off, stainless steel Apple Watch $450 off, more
Alongside the ongoing $100 price drops on the 46mm Jet Black Apple Watch Series 11, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is starting off with some Amazon iPhone 16 Pro deals. Alongside up to $630 off iPhone 16 Pro Max, we also spotted the most affordable unlocked iPhone 16 Pro you can buy at $300 off via Amazon today (Renewed Premium). Those deals also join the M5 MacBook Pro with 1TB of storage sitting at the best price of the year ($200 off) and, if you don’t care about the latest and greatest, we have a giant price drop on the high-end stainless steel Apple Watch Series 9 – the originally $699 configs are just $249 Prime shipped right now. Scope it all out down below. more…04:41 pmApple shareholders vote down China audit proposal at annual meeting, more
Apple is holding its annual shareholders meeting today, giving shareholders the opportunity to vote on various proposals. This year, shareholders rejected an outside proposal asking for an audit on Apple’s relationship with China and approved all other proposals. more…04:35 pmApple's U.S. Mac mini assembly plant was planned during the Biden administration
Apple's work on a new Mac mini factory in Houston wasn't a quickly-conceived plan to appease President Donald Trump. The reality is that Apple had a plan ready to do this long before the demands started.Construction is ongoing - Image Credit: AppleTuesday's release to the media of images inside Apple's Houston AI server facility, and a confirmation that it will make Mac minis, is certainly a well-timed promotional piece. Arriving the morning of the 2025 U.S. State of the Union address, it will give President Donald Trump some positive talking points about the company.If you read no further in this piece, take this away. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:31 pmXiaomi's rumored iOS Bridge shows Apple's ecosystem still sets the standard
A report claims Xiaomi may debut an "iOS Bridge" feature as part of HyperOS 3.1 at Mobile World Congress 2026, showing how Apple's tightly integrated ecosystem remains the benchmark competitors must match and try to be compatible with.iPhone AirThe feature reportedly surfaces iPhone call alerts on Xiaomi tablets and PCs, improves AirPods battery reporting and controls, and enables direct wireless file transfers between iPhones and Xiaomi devices. Xiaomi hasn't confirmed it before Mobile World Congress, which runs from March 2 to 5 in Barcelona.The development suggests Xiaomi is adapting to Apple's ecosystem dominance rather than attempting to displace it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:00 pmWhy Apple users should care about a ‘looming Taiwan chip disaster’
U.S. officials have warned for years about China causing a Taiwan chip disaster. Apple and Silicon Valley have been slow to respond. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:43 pmiOS 26.4 release date: Here’s when to expect new iPhone features
iOS 26.4 is a big update with plenty of new features for Apple Music, Podcasts, CarPlay, and more. The software is currently available in beta, here’s when to expect its public launch. more…03:36 pmCIA warned Apple CEO Tim Cook that communist China could move on Taiwan by 2027
Apple CEO Tim Cook was among a select group of Silicon Valley leaders who received a classified briefing from the CIA regarding Taiwan… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:22 pmSteve Jobs Archive releases ‘Letters to a Young Creator’ featuring Tim Cook, Jony Ive, and more | 9 to 5 MacSteve Jobs Archive releases ‘Letters to a Young Creator’ featuring Tim Cook, Jony Ive, and more
The Steve Jobs Archive has published a project online called Letters to a Young Creator. Timed with what would be the late Apple co-founder’s 71st birthday, the collection of notes includes submissions by Tim Cook, Jony Ive, and more. more…03:16 pmToday in Apple history: Happy birthday, Steve Jobs!
On February 24, 1955, Steven Paul Jobs was born. He went on to start Apple and change tech forever. A Steve Jobs birthday recollection. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:00 pmApple Studio Display 2: Everything we know so far
There's little doubt the Apple Studio Display 2 will be out soon. Here are all enhancements that rumors say we should expect. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:59 pmApple TV’s next big sci-fi premiere is coming this week, first reviews here
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, the sci-fi series with Godzilla and Kong, returns to Apple TV this Friday for season 2. Reviews for the new season just dropped, here’s what they say. more…02:50 pmHomeKit Weekly: Hands on with Level Lock Pro and why it sets a new standard for HomeKit and Matter smart locks | 9 to 5 MacHomeKit Weekly: Hands on with Level Lock Pro and why it sets a new standard for HomeKit and Matter smart locks
Level has been building smart locks that feel like they were made for Apple users since the very beginning, and the new Level Lock Pro (affiliate link) might be its most exciting upgrade yet. I have been testing it ahead of my full hands-on review, and it is clear that this is the direction smart locks need to go. Home key support is still the gold standard for Apple users, and Matter over Thread brings the speed and reliability that make it work extremely well with your daily schedule. The only thing it’s missing is UWB support. more…