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- 11:02 amCreator of Notepad++ Port for macOS Called Out
Don Ho, creator of Notepad++, stated that the famous Windows Code editor on the macOS version is a fake and is using the trademark of Notepad++ without their consent. He says that the application is not connected, endorsed, or authorized with the original version of Notepad++, also adding that it is inappropriate, disrespectful to both […] The post appeared first on iLounge.10:59 amNew Features for iOS 26.5 Releasing
After a month of beta testing, we are expecting iOS 26.5 to be released the following week. It is a small update that adds changes to the operating system and some new features. RCS end-to-end encryption has been added for the Messages app. Ads have also been added to Apple Maps along with suggested places. […] The post appeared first on iLounge.10:58 amT-Mobile Support for Satellite Connectivity Coming to New Zealand and Canada
Customers of T-Mobile in New Zealand and Canada are now available with Starlink satellite connectivity. Users in the past had cellular connectivity access through roaming agreements in New Zealand and Canada. Their website was updated to note satellite roaming and states that they will be adding support to other areas. T-Mobile is working with partners […] The post appeared first on iLounge.08:00 amYour Mac can do more—this $26 app proves it
Macworld TL;DR: MacMagic adds missing macOS features, cleans your system, and boosts productivity—all for a one-time $25.50. Apple does a great job designing Macs that work well. But anyone who uses macOS regularly knows there are still a few hidden tricks, system tools, and productivity shortcuts buried beneath the surface. And MacMagic gets you access. You can currently grab a MacMagic Lifetime Upgrades License for just $25.50 (reg. $99.99) through May 10. It’s a toolbox for your Mac that pulls together a bunch of useful utilities into one clean interface. Need to show hidden files, force-delete a stubborn document, or clear out bloated cache files? MacMagic puts those tools front and center so you can handle them in seconds instead of digging through system menus. It also includes practical everyday tools that many Mac users end up downloading separately. You can batch rename files, combine and compress PDFs, convert images across dozens of formats, and even generate QR codes when you need them. Turn your Mac into a more powerful and flexible workstation. Get a MacMagic Lifetime Upgrades License for just $25.50 (reg. $99.99) through May 10 at 11:59 p.m. PT. MacMagic: Lifetime Upgrades LicenseSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amUnlock 1,200+ hidden Mac features for $40
Macworld TL;DR: MacPilot unlocks hidden macOS settings, system tweaks, and maintenance tools—all for a one-time $39.99. Your Mac is powerful—but most of that power stays locked behind complicated command lines and hidden menus you’ll probably never see. Unless, of course, you’ve got MacPilot. Right now, you can grab a lifetime license for just $39.99 (reg. $99) and unlock over 1,200 features you didn’t even know your Mac had. With MacPilot, you can: Show hidden files in Finder Disable that infamous startup chime Add spacers and stacks to the Dock Change screenshot formats on the fly Run maintenance tools to optimize speed Access detailed system profiles and error codes It’s like going from passenger to pilot of your Mac—complete control without having to type a single line of code. Whether you want to streamline your workflow, clean up performance, or just geek out customizing your desktop, MacPilot has you covered. And since it comes with lifetime access and upgrades, it’s the kind of tool that will pay for itself every time you use it. Your Mac has always had more to give—MacPilot just hands you the keys. Get lifetime access to MacPilot while it’s just $39.99 (MSRP: $99). MacPilot Lifetime LicenseSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.07:46 amMacworld Podcast: Mac mini shortages and the future of the iMac
Macworld In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we discuss the latest with the iMac. What are the latest rumors, when can we expect to see an update, and what would we like to see Apple do with its iconic all-in-one. This is episode 981 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola. Watch episode 982 on YouTube Listen to episode 982 on Apple Podcasts03:50 amPrice war: AirPods Max 2 drop to record low $509 ahead of Mother's Day
Apple's new AirPods Max 2 have dropped to the lowest price ever, making now a great time to pick up the over-ear headphones as a gift for Mom this Mother's Day.Get the lowest price ever on AirPods Max 2 over-ear headphones.AirPods Max 2 are now $40 off at Amazon and Walmart, as both retailers compete for your business this week. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:48 amApple shares hit new all-time closing high
In Nasdaq trading today, shares of Apple Inc. rose to hit a new all-time closing high. Apple’s all-time intraday high was set… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.Wednesday May 0610:25 pmApple TV greenlights new project with ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ star
Apple Studios announced today a new action thriller series starring James Marsden (Your Friends & Neighbors, X-Men: Days of Future Past), based on an original idea by ‘Iron Man‘ and ‘Uncharted‘ writers Art Marcum and Matt Holloway. Here are the details. more…10:00 pmSome iPhone owners could get up to $95 after Apple agrees to settle Apple Intelligence false advertising lawsuit | Mac Daily NewsSome iPhone owners could get up to $95 after Apple agrees to settle Apple Intelligence false advertising lawsuit
Owners of certain iPhones could receive cash payments of up to $95 from Apple following the company’s $250 million settlement… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:39 pmOwning an Apple Home: HomePods as a whole-home audio system
Apple's HomePod and HomePod mini are incredible additions to your smart home. Here's how I've made use of Apple's smart speaker after abandoning Sonos and other speakers.Whole-home audio is easier when you're all-in on a single ecosystemWe're approaching two months in our new home, and I'm finally feeling like we've settled in nicely. If you missed my first installment on this Owning an Apple Home series, check it out to see how I approached the move and setup process.While I'm working on stories involving pet care, smart kitchens, MagSafe mounts, and more, I'd like to examine what it is to be all-in on HomePods. That's right, I don't have any third-party speaker or other AirPlay solution in my home. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:26 pmApple partly victorious in EU trademark dispute with Chinese keyboard and solar panel maker | 9 to 5 MacApple partly victorious in EU trademark dispute with Chinese keyboard and solar panel maker
The EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has partly granted Apple’s opposition to a trademark application from a Chinese company called Yichun Qinningmeng Electronics, due to concerns that its citrus-shaped logo could benefit from Apple’s reputation in the EU. Here are the details. more…08:32 pmiPhone 18 Pro: Three new design updates are coming this year
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will launch this fall, and in addition to packing a variety of new features, there are three design changes reportedly coming. Here’s what rumors say to expect. more…08:30 pmApple’s watchOS 26.5 will fix two frustrating Apple Watch bugs
Apple has seeded the Release Candidate for watchOS 26.5, and the update brings welcome relief for Apple Watch users dealing with… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:14 pmApple takes a slice out of a fruit-shaped trademark dispute in EU
In a real-life comparison of Apples and oranges, Apple convinced the EU Intellectual Property Office to partially refuse to grant a trademark, all for being too close to Apple's logo.Apple logo [left], Yichun Quinningmeng's logo [right]Apple's lawsuits cover a lot of important and dull areas, such as patent infringement. However, sometimes Apple's litigious activities can go in some quite unusual directions.The latest was Apple's objection to a trademark filing in the EU from keyboard maker Yichun Qinningmeng Electronics Co. MacRumors reports Apple told the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) that the Chinese keyboard company's logo was too close in design to Apple's logo. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:13 pmReport: iPhone 17 demand helped Apple hit record Q1 smartphone revenue
A new preliminary report by Counterpoint Research shows that Apple secured nearly half of all smartphone market revenue during the first three months of 2026, while also reaching a record average selling price for a first quarter. Here are the details. more…07:07 pmSupreme Court rejects Apple’s stay request, Epic Games case to head back to District Court | 9 to 5 MacSupreme Court rejects Apple’s stay request, Epic Games case to head back to District Court
The US Supreme Court rejected Apple’s request today that would have temporarily paused the Epic Games case from returning to the District Court for proceedings that are set to calculate how much commission it can charge for off-App Store transactions. Here are the details. more…07:00 pmApple releases new AirPods Max 2 firmware
Apple this week rolled out a fresh firmware update for its premium over-ear headphones, the AirPods Max 2. The new build, version… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:43 pmApple TV has its best summer lineup ever, here’s what’s coming
Apple TV has its best summer lineup ever this year, with compelling new and returning series coming to the streamer. More premieres are expected to be announced soon too, including the long-delayed The Savant. But as things stand today, here’s everything coming to Apple TV this summer. more…05:33 pmSpring iPhone 18 launch rumored since before iPhone 17 debut in spite of odd rumor
The iPhone 17 is doing incredibly well for Apple, but a leaker saying that the iPhone 18 launch has been moved because of that is just wrong.iPhone 17 has nothing to do with Apple's release schedule changesFor years as regular as clockwork, Apple has released its main batch of iPhones in the fall. Many rumors have claimed that Apple will stop doing that this September, releasing the iPhone 18 Pro models but holding back the iPhone 18 to the following spring.However, one Weibo leaker believes the decision was strategic to take advantage of the massive popularity of the iPhone 17. It's a belief that is, quite frankly, wrong. Rumor Score: 💩 B#$&(*it Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums