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- Tuesday June 02
- 08:41 pmMaryland Governor calls out Apple over Towson Town Center store closure controversy
Apple Towson Town Center employees received an endorsement from Maryland Governor Wes Moore in their fight against Apple over the company’s decision to close its first US unionized store. Here are the details. more…08:30 pmTurn idle screen time into a rewarding intellectual adventure
Turn 10 minutes a day into real learning with this Nibble app deal. You get bite-size lessons, audio, games and even AI chats with legends. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:21 pmiOS 27 is coming, here are five new features I’m most excited about
We’re just days away from Apple’s iOS 27 unveiling on June 8 at WWDC. Here are five rumored new features in iOS 27 that I’m most excited about. more…08:20 pmApple shares hit new all-time closing and intraday highs
In Nasdaq trading today, shares of Apple Inc. rose to hit a new all-time closing high. Apple’s all-time intraday high was also set today… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:11 pmMacBook Neo is the sole bright spot in a crashing global PC market
A memory shortage that isn't expected to ease before the end of 2027 will drive global PC shipments down 11.3% in 2026, even as Apple's MacBook Neo puts new pressure on PC rivals.MacBook NeoMarket research firm IDC expects conditions to worsen through the year, with PC shipments projected to fall 20% year over year in the fourth quarter. Rising memory costs are limiting product availability and making it harder for manufacturers to maintain broad product lineups.PC shipments still grew 3% during the first quarter of 2026, but that came from buyers accelerating purchases ahead of expected price increases and shortages. Much of that demand was pulled forward from later in the year, masking a market facing tighter supplies and a weaker outlook. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:03 pmPaste launches MCP support to connect your clipboard history to AI tools
Clipboard manager Paste got even more useful today, with the release of Paste MCP: a tool that connects your clipboard history to several AI tools, from Claude and Codex, to Cursor and beyond. Here are the details. more…08:00 pmMicrosoft Deliberately Bricking All Office For Mac 2019/2021 Installations
Microsoft Office 2019 and 2021 for Mac will reportedly drop into "reduced functionality mode" on July 13, 2026, when a license-validation certificate expires, leaving perpetually licensed apps able to open files but not edit or save them. Slashdot reader joshuark shares a report from OSnews: "Microsoft Office 2019 and 2021 for Mac view-only conversion (2026) is a scheduled remote degradation of perpetually-licensed Microsoft Office software for macOS and iOS, set for July 13, 2026 when a license-validation certificate used by the Office apps expires," reports the Consumer Rights Wiki. "After Office 2019 for Mac reached end of support in October 2023, Microsoft assured customers their installed apps would 'continue to function.' The July 13, 2026 conversion instead drops the apps into a Microsoft-defined 'reduced functionality mode,' in which files can be opened and viewed but not edited or saved. By May 30, 2026, the original 2023 end-of-support page had been re-dated and rewritten on Microsoft's site; the 'continue to function' clause was removed." Microsoft's advice to the users they're stealing from is to keep using the applications as mere viewers, switch to the free Office 365 web applications, pay for a 365 subscription, or buy a brand new regular copy of Office 2024. None of these make any sense, and clearly, all of this should be illegal, but it's not because the software industry is a clown show. Read more of this story at Slashdot.07:51 pmAV Access iDock M10 Review: The Best KVM Dock for MacBook and PC Setups?
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Instant KVM switching 2x 4K/60Hz display support EDID emulation Cons Takes up two MacBook ports Weak USB device charging Our Verdict If you have a shared setup of one MacBook and one desktop Windows PC or a desktop Mac mini or Studio, the KVM functionality of the iDock M10 comes into its own when those two computers are sharing the same dual displays and input devices at different times. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$289.99 Best Prices Today: AV Access iDock M10 KVM Switch Docking Station for MacBook Retailer Price $289.99 View Deal AV Access $289.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket A KVM docking station enables you to instantly share a single set of peripherals—the KVM stands for Keyboard, Video (monitors) and Mouse—between two computers. While most docks allow you to connect different computers, a KVM dock makes it easier with a special “Switch”—a button that you push to instantly take control from the other computer. The KVM Switch virtually disconnects the first computer and connects the second without you having to unplug any cables. For dual-computer setups, this can save on desk space and hardware costs, as well as potentially increasing productivity through time savings. The dock is connected to both of your computers using dedicated video and USB cables. The iDock M10 from AV Access is a Mac-dedicated KVM dock that you can connect to a MacBook and a desktop computer, including a Windows PC. It comes with a KVM Wired Remote Controller, which is the button you press to toggle between computers. The AV Access iDock M10 is best for users sharing dual monitors, keyboard and mouse between a MacBook and a desktop PC or Mac. Setup requires two MacBook Thunderbolt ports and dedicated connections to both computers. Major limitations include weak device charging, limited port flexibility, no support for two laptops, and no workaround for base M1/M2 single-display restrictions. Simon Jary Specs and features Two upstream USB-C ports (10Gbps, 100W) Two USB-A ports (10Gbps) Two USB-A ports (5Gbps) One USB-C port (10Gbps, 7.5W) Two HDMI ports One DisplayPort (upstream to PC) One HDMI port (upstream to PC) Ethernet (1Gb) UHS-I SD card reader (104MBps) 3.5mm combo In/Out audio jack (front) 3.5mm KVM Switch jack (back) 120W power supply The DisplayPort and HDMI port next to each other are to connect to the desktop computer. You connect your displays using the two adjacent HDMI ports.Simon Jary The dock comes with two HDMI ports to connect to dual 4K displays at 60Hz. Remember that base M1/M2 Macs and the MacBook Neo are limited to just one external display, and the M10 is not a DisplayLink dock that can resolve that limitation. Any M1/M2 Pro/Max or later MacBook is fine, supporting two displays. Two monitors are supported on base M3 MacBooks, although the laptop’s lid must remain closed. Handily, there’s a wake-up button the top of the iDock, shown below, that means you don’t have to open the M3’s lid every time you want to start using it; the Wired Remote Controller will also wake it. Next to the top button are indicator lights showing which of the computers is currently in use. Simon Jary While switching between computers is super easy with a KVM, the iDock M10 demands it connects to your MacBook using two of the laptop’s Thunderbolt ports, which means you then really need the other ports offered by the docking station. The iDock M10 features 15 ports but four of them are used as upstream connections to the two computers. Two USB-C ports connect to the MacBook (a special dual-USB-C cable is included) while the desktop PC connects via one USB-C port and either a DisplayPort or HDMI port. As Macs don’t come with a DisplayPort, that means you’ll use one Thunderbolt port and the HDMI port of the Mac to connect to the KVM dock. Connect the MacBook using the dual-USB-C cable that takes up two of the laptop’s Thunderbolt ports. The PC is connected via the dock’s USB-C and either of the DisplayPort or HDMI ports.Simon Jary The upstream USB-C connections can passthrough up to 100W of power to the connected MacBook. The one spare USB-C port can output at 7.5W, which will charge an iPhone or iPad but slowly. None of the other USB ports can supply more than a trickle of charging power to devices, however—enough to power a mouse or keyboard. That means any connected storage device may need its own power supply. The remaining dock ports include four USB-A ports and one USB-C port, as well as an SD card reader slot, Gigabit Ethernet port and a headphone jack. Most modern docks now include at least 2.5Gb Ethernet but 1GbE is still the norm and will work with faster networks, although pegged back to its maximum speed. The data-only USB-C port is rated at a speedy 10Gbps, but four USB-A ports is overkill these days where USB-C now rules the roost. The USB-A ports are fine for the keyboard and mouse, but most of us are used to wireless input devices these days. With the AV Access iDock M10 you will undoubtedly save time switching between computers in this specific wired setup compared to pairing wireless input devices but is it worth losing a second Thunderbolt port for? With any dock, monitors should work seamlessly with most docks connecting to different computers, so the KVM part is mostly to enable near-instant sharing of wired keyboard and mouse between the MacBook and desktop. That’s one of the limitations of a KVM dock—it uses up a lot of the computers’ ports, and the ports on the dock just aren’t as versatile as the ports on most modern docks. Simon Jary Who is the iDock M10 actually for? The point of a KVM dock is to share peripherals between two different computers at the simple push of a button. The iDock M10 is built for a MacBook and a Windows PC setup, but with some self-supplied cables you could share between a MacBook and a Mac mini or Mac Studio. You can’t share between two laptops. The MacBook will be connected via the Dual-USB-C–to–Dual-USB-C Cable that is provided in the box. For the Mac mini, you will need to provide your own USB-C–to–USB-C cable plus USB-C–to–DisplayPort cable to connect to the docking station. For the Mac Studio, you will need to use the supplied USB-C–to–USB-A cable plus your own USB-C–to– DisplayPort cable to connect to the docking station. No software driver is required for the KVM Switch to operate. The KVM Wired Remote Controller can be pressed to switch between the two computers sharing the keyboard, mouse and screens.Simon Jary How does a KVM dock remember the screen setup for each computer? EDID emulation tricks the video source (the laptop or desktop) into thinking a specific, compatible display is permanently connected. It stores the display’s identification data—such as resolution, arrangement and refresh rate—even if the actual monitor is switched to the other device. Using EDID the iDock remembers the disconnected computer’s video settings when using the other. This keeps each computer’s video settings as desired despite swapping between them, and also prevents any screen flickering and resolution reset delays caused by the disconnecting and reconnecting. Simon Jary Price The AV Access iDock M10 is priced at $289.99 / €323.99. It is also available at Amazon and Amazon UK. That’s at the high end of the pricing charts for a USB-C docking station—especially one with so few extra ports—but you are paying for the special KVM Switch functionality and its ability to increase productivity in a specific MacBook plus PC/Mac shared setup. Should you buy the AV Access iDock M10? This dock is not aimed at most Mac users. If you need a standalone dock for one computer or don’t mind flipping between keyboard and mouse when you have two computers, there are more compelling solutions, which you’ll find in our roundup of the best Mac docking stations. However, if you have a shared setup of one MacBook and one desktop Windows PC or a desktop Mac (mini or Studio), the KVM functionality of the iDock M10 comes into its own when those two computers are sharing the same dual displays and input devices at different times.07:25 pmiOS 27 could make AirPods a lot more powerful with one upgrade
iOS 27’s unveiling is almost here, and Siri’s major overhaul is set to make not only the iPhone feel far more powerful, but AirPods too. more…07:15 pmApple scores Gotham Television Award win for Breakthrough Drama ‘Pluribus’
Apple TV this week scored a win for Breakthrough Drama Series “Pluribus,” starring Rhea Seehorn, at the 2026 Gotham Television Awards… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:52 pmMicrosoft CEO: We’re moving from OS and apps to agents instead
Today, Microsoft Build brought the announcement of Project Solara, a new chip-to-cloud platform for AI agents. With the reveal, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella shared an interesting quote on the company’s vision for an agent-first computing future. more…06:35 pmWhat makes Apple’s fave apps and games of 2026 so good?
Find out why the Apple Design Awards at WWDC26 crowned the top apps and games of 2026 the best of the best. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:18 pm2026 Apple Design Award winners include Cyberpunk 2077, Blue Prince
As per tradition, one week before WWDC, Apple is revealing the winners of its annual Design Awards. There are some great apps and games on the list.Image credit: AppleEach year, the Apple Design Awards honor App Store developers who have created outstanding apps and games. Winners are selected from a list of 36 global finalists across six categories."This year's Apple Design Award winners are a remarkable reflection of how developers are creating exceptional experiences," said Susan Prescott, Apple's vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:18 pmMacBook Neo sales blast past Apple’s pricier laptops
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo is already outselling the MacBook Air and Pro, with demand expected to reach even higher in Q2. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:18 pmMacBook Neo sales blast past Apple’s pricier laptops
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo is already outselling the MacBook Air and Pro, with demand expected to reach even higher in Q2. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:18 pmMacBook Neo sales blast past Apple’s pricier laptops
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo is already outselling the MacBook Air and Pro, with demand expected to reach even higher in Q2. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:18 pmMacBook Neo sales blast past Apple’s pricier laptops
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo is already outselling the MacBook Air and Pro, with demand expected to reach even higher in Q2. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:18 pmMacBook Neo sales blast past Apple’s pricier laptops
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo is already outselling the MacBook Air and Pro, with demand expected to reach even higher in Q2. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:18 pmMacBook Neo sales blast past Apple’s pricier laptops
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo is already outselling the MacBook Air and Pro, with demand expected to reach even higher in Q2. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:18 pmMacBook Neo sales blast past Apple’s pricier laptops
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo is already outselling the MacBook Air and Pro, with demand expected to reach even higher in Q2. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)