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- Monday February 16
- 08:34 am'I Tried Running Linux On an Apple Silicon Mac and Regretted It'
Installing Linux on a MacBook Air "turned out to be a very underwhelming experience," according to the tech news site MakeUseOf: The thing about Apple silicon Macs is that it's not as simple as downloading an AArch64 ISO of your favorite distro and installing it. Yes, the M-series chips are ARM-based, but that doesn't automatically make the whole system compatible in the same way most traditional x86 PCs are. Pretty much everything in modern MacBooks is custom. The boot process isn't standard UEFI like on most PCs. Apple has its own boot chain called iBoot. The same goes for other things, like the GPU, power management, USB controllers, and pretty much every other hardware component. It is as proprietary as it gets. This is exactly what the team behind Asahi Linux has been working toward. Their entire goal has been to make Linux properly usable on M-series Macs by building the missing pieces from the ground up. I first tried it back in 2023, when the project was still tied to Arch Linux and decided to give it a try again in 2026. These days, though, the main release is called Fedora Asahi Remix, which, as the name suggests, is built on Fedora rather than Arch... For Linux on Apple Silicon, the article lists three major disappointments: "External monitors don't work unless your MacBook has a built-in HDMI port." "Linux just doesn't feel fully ready for ARM yet. A lot of applications still aren't compiled for ARM, so software support ends up being very hit or miss." (And even most of the apps tested with FEX "either didn't run properly or weren't stable enough to rely on.") Asahi "refused to connect to my phone's hotspot," they write (adding "No, it wasn't an iPhone"). Read more of this story at Slashdot.08:00 amA lifetime subscription to this $199.90 scanner app is now only $40
Macworld TL;DR: iScanner is an iOS scanner app that works with almost any document, and it’s only $39.99 for a lifetime subscription. Desktop scanners are expensive, take up space, and they can break. If you need to digitize a document, you might be better served by a scanner app like iScanner. This iOS document scanner can scan everything from ID cards to formal papers, and that’s not all it can do. Right now, a lifetime subscription is also on sale for only $39.99 (reg. $199.90). iScanner turns your phone or tablet into a mobile scanner for contracts, IDs, receipts, notes, worksheets, books, and pretty much any other document you can find. You point the camera, let the app find the edges, and save a clean copy. Files can be exported as PDF, JPG, DOC, XLS, PPT, or TXT, so they work with most office and school workflows. AI tools straighten pages, fix perspective, clean up the image, and recognize text in more than 20 languages so you can search and copy it. You can edit scans, add or remove text, highlight, blur sensitive lines, sign documents, merge or split files, and add page numbers or watermarks. The built-in file manager lets you sort scans into folders, drag and drop pages, and lock private folders with a PIN. The plan includes 200MB of cloud storage for backups. Extra modes handle ID cards and passports, basic math problems, measuring objects and area, counting similar items in a photo, and scanning QR codes. Right now, it’s only $39.99 to get an iScanner Lifetime Subscription. iScanner App: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.Sunday February 1510:51 pmApple launching 5+ new products over the next several weeks, per report
After a relatively quiet start to the year, things are about to pick up in the world of Apple. According to the latest reporting from Bloomberg, Apple has a range of new products set to debut in the coming weeks. Here’s what to expect. more…09:46 pmIt’s time for Apple to let go of 60Hz displays
It’s been nearly a decade since the introduction of the first 120Hz ProMotion display, if you can believe that. It was one of the flagship features of the 2017 iPad Pro. However, all this time later – Apple still treats it as some form of luxury feature, and I feel like it’s holding them back. more…08:33 pmHands-on: Anker’s new 45W charger adds a useful built-in display in a compact design [U] | 9 to 5 MacHands-on: Anker’s new 45W charger adds a useful built-in display in a compact design [U]
At CES 2026, Anker unveiled a pretty neat new 45W charge brick with a smart display. You might’ve heard about it already, but as of today, it’s now available for purchase. more…06:24 pmThe Apple Watch SE 3 44mm GPS Is $30 Off
Looking for an all-in-one smartwatch? The Apple Watch SE 3 is a versatile fitness partner that tracks your workout, gives you real-time metrics and gives you multiple ways to exercise, the workout buddy is powered by Apple Intelligence from your iPhone allowing you to chase your goals and stay motivated. Temperature sensing allows for richer […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:23 pmDevice Designed By Jony Ive Delayed Until Next Year
The hardware device designed by Jony Ive will be delayed until next year as new court filings surface. The motion is a result of a trademark infringement lawsuit that was filed last year by iyO, an audio device startup. Originally, the stated goal of OpenAI was to ship the device designed by Jony Ive and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:21 pmNew Games Coming To Apple Arcade With Big Updates For Current Titles
Four new games are coming to Apple Arcade next month with three big updates to current games in the library. Pocket Love!+ is a life simulator that is wholesome that lets players live a cozy life and decorate their home with their pet and partner, Flow Free+ is a puzzle game based on connecting and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:20 pmApple Rolls Out New Challenge For Apple Watch
Apple has a new Apple Watch activity challenge for February to acknowledge Heart Month. Owners of the Apple Watch are able to receive a special award when they complete a workout that fills the Exercise ring on their watch on February 14, Saturday. Like all Apple Watch Activity Challenges, the award can be seen in […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:19 pmThe 13-inch M3 iPad Air Is $119 Off
Apple’s M3 iPad Air with 13-inch screen is powered by the M3 chip and Wi-Fi 6E, built for strong and powerful performances along with Apple Intelligence, the personal AI system that makes getting through your workload easier. It also provides groundbreaking security ensuring that no one but you have access to the data stored behind […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:17 pmAirPods Pro 4 May Come with Cameras
Kosutami, a prototype collector and leaker, reports that the next-generation AirPods Pro by Apple could come with cameras that are able to see around its user. The leaker took to X to report that the new AirPods Pro will be able to see the user’s surroundings presumably through cameras built in each bud. Ming-Chi Kuo, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:15 pmGo and Free ChatGPT Tiers Now Have Ads
The Go tier and free account ChatGPT users have begun seeing ads, and the ads are only for Go and free tiers. The company will not show ads to minors and the ads shown will not affect the answers provided by the AI chatbot. The ads presented in the AI will be labeled clearly as […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:13 pmBudget-Friendly Bundles Introduced By YouTube TV
YouTube will be separating YouTube TV to certain plans that let subscribers pay less money for a smaller channel selection. Over 10 plans have been added across Entertainment, News, Family and Sports which are priced at about $11 up to $28 that’s way below the monthly rate of $82.99. New subscribers will gain access to […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:12 pmThe 4-pack 1st Generation AirTag Is $35 Off
The AirTag is a small accessory offered by Apple that you can place on your belongings like your phone, keys, bag and more, which can be conveniently attached and connected to your Apple device with a simple one tap setup. It features a built-in speaker that can help in looking for your marked item if […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:10 pmApple May Be Planning Something Big To Celebrate 50th Anniversary
Tim Cook, Apple CEO, said to the employees at Apple to keep in touch regarding the plans of the company for their 50th anniversary during an all-hands meeting. The company was founded in 1976, April 1st, and will be turning 50 in a few months. The CEO is likely referring to an event for the […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:09 pmMacBook Pros with M5 and M5 Pro Chips May Launch in March
The MacBook Pro that is powered by an M5 Max and M5 Pro Chips may be introduced as early as next month. The new MacBook Pros are associated with the roll out of macOS Tahoe 26.3 with a release set as early as March. Stock for M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pro are low, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:08 pmRelease Date For Beta Version Of iOS 26.4 Revealed
Mark Gurman from Bloomberg claims that Apple will release the first beta for iOS 26.4 this month, giving us a peek at the new features of Apple intelligence that the company promised at last year’s WWDC. The first beta is planned for release around the last week of February, which is believed to add some […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:06 pmThe Apple Watch Series 11 42mm Cell Is $100 Off
The Apple Watch Series 11 features a lightweight and thin design made for comfortable all day wear. It is a strong fitness partner that can track your workout and give you advanced metrics. The display is made of superdurable glass that’s 2x scratch resistant compared to its predecessor. It can also withstand water with a […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:25 pmThanks AI: Hard drives aren't going to get cheaper anytime soon
Hard drive prices will continue to be high for quite some time, as the needs of AI data centers continue to consume storage and raise prices for everyone.WD has run out of 2026 drive production capacity. Expect hard drives to stay expensive for a while. One of the major talking points about artificial intelligence has been its impact on memory prices. The demand has caused components to become more expensive to manufacturers like Apple, as well as to consumers, thanks to the build-out of infrastructure needed for AI.Memory may have made headlines, but it's far from the only component feeling the squeeze. It's also happening to the hard drive market, too. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:18 pmToday in Apple history: A young Steve Jobs appears on Time cover
On February 15, 1982, Steve Jobs appeared on the cover of "Time" magazine for the first time, becoming the face of tech entrepreneurship. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)