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- Tuesday April 07
- 03:18 pmFirst look: iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Fold ‘dummy’ units appear in new leak
Get a first glimpse at iPhone 18 dummy units, including the iPhone 18 Pro Max. Plus the folding iPhone, too. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:00 pmApple’s sci-fi hit ‘Dark Matter’ returns for season two on August 28th
Apple TV on Tuesday revealed a first look at the second season of the acclaimed sci-fi series “Dark Matter,” which is set to make its global… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:54 pmApple Arcade delivers family fun with ‘Nick Jr. Replay!’ on May 7th
Apple Arcade is set to delight families with the arrival of Nick Jr. Replay! on May 7, an exciting new game filled with beloved characters… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:43 pmFolding iPhone will be named iPhone Ultra, says another leaker
While a leaker saying Apple's first foldable will be called the iPhone Ultra doesn't sound all that confident, he or she is just the latest to make the claim.The forthcoming iPhone Fold may instead be called the iPhone UltraIn March 2026 a previously unheard of leaker named WayLabs was the first to say the iPhone Fold would ship as the iPhone Ultra. Given the reports of high end Apple Ultra products following the firm's low end MacBook Neo, this leak could easily have been a guess.Now the much better known Digital Chat Station has chimed in with the same story, albeit only warily. "Rumor has it that Apple's folding name is iPhone Ultra," says the report on Chinese social media site Wiebo, in translation. Digital Chat Station is a regular leaker, if only sporadically accurate, but normally he or she is more declarative about claims. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:43 pmHow Vision Pro launch exposed problems in Apple stores
Vision Pro's launch exposed Apple Store issues beyond the headset's $3,500 price tag, according to a new book. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:35 pmIncredible MacBook Neo demand may finish off Apple's A18 Pro stock
The MacBook Neo is a massive success for Apple, with high demand prompting talks between Apple and the supply chain about making more units, and how to solve a possible A18 Pro stock problem.MacBook Neo uses the A18 Pro, but chip supplies may be limitedAfter a welcoming launch, the MacBook Neo has been recognized by Apple as a hit product. So much of a hit that CEO Tim Cook said that Mac had the best launch week ever for first-time Mac customers, with the MacBook Neo contributing to that success.However, while an underperforming product introduces some supply chain problems, a high-selling one brings its own issues to the table. Something that Apple is trying to deal with. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:33 pmMint Mobile launches $45/month bundle for wireless and home internet
If you’re looking for a way to save money on your cellular and home internet bills, Mint Mobile just announced a new $45/month bundle offer that could help. more…02:29 pmApple Arcade’s May lineup adding 4 ad-free games, including ‘Good Pizza, Great Pizza+’
Apple Arcade’s May lineup will introduce new titles and updates to existing games on the subscription gaming platform. Apple Arcade games have no ads and no in-app purchases. more…02:18 pmDark Matter season 2 gets release date on Apple TV
Apple TV has just announced the release date for Dark Matter season 2, the highly anticipated return of a beloved sci-fi hit. more…02:10 pmOrigami case/stand elevates your iPad for easy viewing [Review] ★★★★☆
The Moft Dynamic Folio Case is also a very versatile stand for the tablet with a range of configurations. We did hands-on testing. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:06 pmApple faces supply chain problem as MacBook Neo demand exceeds expectations
The new MacBook Neo has apparently been a smash hit, and Apple will likely talk up its success at its next quarterly earnings call. But, in what can be considered a good problem to have, Apple is facing a bit of a supply chain predicament. Its stock of A18 Pro chips — the previous-gen iPhone processor that powers the Neo — is reportedly running low according to respected analyst Tim Culpan. One of the ways Apple got the price of the Neo down was by using leftover, binned, A18 Pro chips that were originally destined for life inside iPhone 16 Pro. If it needs to ramp up production again, though, the laptop’s margins will be squeezed. more…01:44 pmVelotric GoMad e-bike review: Apple Health, Find My, deep customization, and more
Released on April 7, Velotric's GoMad utility e-bike is great for Apple users, with Find My, Apple Health, and the ability to swap between torque and cadence sensing.Velotric GoMad review: a great utility e-bikeI've tested a lot of e-bikes over the years, and Velotric might be the company that's closest to being perfect for Apple users. The Velotric Nomad 2 had some Apple-focused features that worked well, but it is a particularly large bike.This time, I got to try out the Velotric GoMad. It's a new utility e-bike from the company with a big cargo load and compact body. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:43 pm‘iPhone Ultra’ is the likely name of Apple’s foldable, says leaker
Apple’s first foldable iPhone is expected to launch this fall, and a notable leaker says that inside sources indicate the name won’t be ‘iPhone Fold,’ but rather ‘iPhone Ultra.’ more…01:24 pmApple’s foldable iPhone faces engineering issues, potential shipment delays, Nikkei Asia claims | Mac Daily NewsApple’s foldable iPhone faces engineering issues, potential shipment delays, Nikkei Asia claims
Apple has been facing setbacks in the engineering test phase of its first foldable iPhone, which might lead to delays in its… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:15 pmEdit any PDF, right in your browser
Get lifetime access to PDFToolKit to edit, convert and sign PDFs directly in your browser. No downloads, no uploads, just speed and security. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:15 pmSpotify Prompted Playlists now work for podcasts as well as music
Spotify Prompted Playlists were first launched in New Zealand late last year before rolling out to the US and Canada in January. The feature lets you use natural language to describe what you want to hear, and the streaming service will create an AI-powered music playlist to match. The company has now expanded the AI tool to podcasts, stating that it will use a mix of three factors to generate personalized podcast playlists for you … more…01:01 pmAqara W200 review: Affordably-priced smart thermostat has firsts for Apple users
Announced on April 7, the Aqara W200 smart thermostat is the first to take advantage of Apple's Adaptive Temperature technology for Apple Home, and that's a big deal for users.Aqara W200 thermostat review: There's a new go-to smart thermostat for Apple usersAt least in the U.S., two or three big players largely have a stranglehold on the premium smart thermostat market. If you want a nice-looking smart thermostat, you're likely opting for Ecobee, Nest, or Honeywell Home.Aqara is looking to shake that up with its W200, which first launched at CES 2026. It's compact, well-designed, and is the only model that currently supports Adaptive Temperature for Apple Home. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:00 pmAdobe takes on NotebookLM with Acrobat Student Spaces
Designed specifically for students, this new free tool generates study guides, mind maps, podcasts, and other AI-powered visual and auditory learning content based on class notes and other uploaded materials. Here are the details. more…01:00 pmAqara releases new Thermostat Hub W200 with Apple Adaptive Temperature support
Aqara just released the new Aqara W200 Thermostat Hub, featuring Matter 1.4 support and native integration with Apple’s new Adaptive Temperature functionality. These additions make it a compelling alternative to Nest for anyone wanting deep, system-level control within Apple Home. more…12:59 pmApple Vision Pro launch hampered by years of retail store penny-pinching
Demos of the Apple Vision Pro were reportedly routinely given by poorly-trained staff ordered to focus on sales targets, in a reverse of what Steve Jobs intended for Apple Stores.Demo Apple Vision Pro in an Apple StoreBack in the day, if you asked an Apple Store employee what they recommended, they would often suggest a different store if that was the best option. They were driven by what the customer needed and had no need to care how many AppleCare+ subscriptions they sold that day.Flash forward to today and Apple Stores are trying to unionize in order to protect their staff from the working conditions. And the Apple that claims to be for the rest of us, is backing illegal union-busting practices. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums