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- Thursday February 12
- 07:10 pmApple is reviving the ‘MacBook’ soon, without any of its old problems
Apple has a new ‘MacBook’ coming soon, and based on the latest rumors, it sounds like all of the problems that plagued the previously discontinued model will be addressed. more…06:50 pmNew Eero Signal promises to keep you connected during internet outages
Update February 12, 2026: The 4G LTE model of the Eero Signal is now available via Amazon for $99. The 5G version is still to come. Original post below. Eero has announced a new Eero Signal product that it says will let you “say goodbye to internet outages.” “Eero Signal delivers cellular backup whenever your wired internet connection goes down,” the company explains. It’s available in both 4G LTE and 5G RedCap versions. more…06:30 pmT-Mobile releases free real-time call translation in limited beta
T-Mobile Live Translation uses advanced AI integrated at the network level to listen to spoken words and translate them in real time… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:30 pmApple’s iPad keyboard case gets compelling new rival
The new Brydge Max 11.0 is a premium iPad keyboard case that offers enhanced productivity and stunning design. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:41 pm9to5Mac Daily: February 12, 2026 – Siri features delayed once again
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year. more…05:34 pmSpectrum launches new ‘Invincible WiFi’ home internet plan
Spectrum has announced a new ‘Invincible WiFi’ plan launching today that combines WiFi 7, 5G data, and an 8-hour battery backup to provide maximum peace of mind with your home internet coverage. more…05:27 pmNo, Apple Music didn't fire Jay-Z over Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show
Rumors that Jay-Z lost his Apple Music leadership position in connection with the Super Bowl halftime show are lies, and trace back to a satirical post falsely presented as news.Hip hop star Jay-ZThe rumor traces back to a post from "America's Last Line of Defense," a network known for publishing fabricated stories presented as satire. Screenshots of the post circulated on Facebook and other platforms without the page's disclaimer, giving the false impression it was a legitimate report.The original post claims Apple Music "fired" Jay-Z after years of producing the halftime show. There is no supporting evidence from Apple, the NFL, Roc Nation, or any credible news outlet. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:25 pmThis futuristic Anker power strip is down to its best price ever ($40 off)
Macworld When’s the last time you bought a power strip? Well, perhaps it’s time for an upgrade to this Anker Prime 8-in-1 240W power strip for $40 off at Amazon. Not only is it a massive discount from its $130 MSRP, but it also brings a ton of futuristic features, including a super-skinny design, USB-C ports, a built-in display, app support, and a detachable power cable. We get it, $90 is a lot of money for a power strip, but there’s a reason for that. First of all, this thing’s remarkably space-efficient, with a low-profile design that’s about the size of a smartphone. There are two AC outlets, which are perfect for a Mac mini and a monitor, but that’s only the start of what it can do. Along the top edge, you’ll find four USB-C ports and another two USB-A ports on the side. Across all six ports, the charger can deliver up to 240W of power, which means you can charge two MacBooks at once. Each of the USB-C ports has a max output of 140W when used individually, while the USB-A cap at 12W. When multiple ports are in use, the 240W output will be split between them–and you can check the screen to see how much juice is being delivered to each device. With a 5-foot detachable extension cord, this power strip is perfect for any space. So go order one (or two) of these 240W 8-in-1 Anker power strips for $90 before the deal vanishes. Buy now at Amazon05:21 pmA YouTube Apple Vision Pro app is finally here, with 3D video support and more
A YouTube app is finally available for the Apple Vision Pro, years after Google confirmed that it was "on the roadmap."Apple Vision Pro owners just got a new way to watch YouTube. Until now, Apple Vision Pro owners have been reduced to watching YouTube via the Safari web browser or using a third-party app. Now, they can download the free, official YouTube app from the headset's App Store.Google seemed intent on ensuring that its website would be the only way to watch YouTube initially. The company had Juno, a third-party YouTube player, kicked off the App Store in late 2024. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:08 pmPrice cut: This private AI assistant runs offline for life
Pansophy is a fully local personal AI assistant that runs without accounts, subscriptions or cloud processing. Your data stays on your device. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:00 pmYouTube launches native app for Apple Vision Pro
YouTube was one of the biggest apps missing from the Vision Pro platform at launch in February 2024. That changes today, however, with the launch of an official YouTube app for visionOS. more…04:46 pmDeals: M4 MacBook Air $300 off, iPad mini from $399, Series 11 from $299, Apple Pencil Pro 46% off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: M4 MacBook Air $300 off, iPad mini from $399, Series 11 from $299, Apple Pencil Pro 46% off, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is ready to roll. Alongside the ongoing Amazon 2026 President’s Day sale with $100 off Apple Watch Series 11 and AirPods Pro 3 down at $210, we also have all iPad mini models back down at $100 off starting at $399. Those offers join your last shot to score this 32GB M4 MacBook Air at $300 off and a particularly notable price on Apple Pencil Pro starting from $70 (up to 46% off). On top of that, new all-time low pricing is live on Apple’s black Crossbody Strap and its latest Blue Trail Loop – scope everything out below. more…04:42 pmHow smarter Apple Intelligence could empower Apple Home
Soon Apple Intelligence could live up to its name and further empower Apple Home automations to the point of anticipating your needs. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:38 pmiPhone 18 Pro’s new C2 chip will bring three advantages over iPhone 17
Apple is rumored to have a next-generation C2 chip coming to iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, shifting away from the Qualcomm 5G modem found in iPhone 17 Pro. Here are three new advantages the Apple-designed modem will bring. more…04:31 pmMophie Juice Pack Review: 6ft drop protection and built-in battery for iPhone 17 Pro
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Power bank in a protective phone case Robust two-part design Slimmer than previous models Magnetic back Cons Battery capacity not as high as a power bank U.S. only Our Verdict Although a lower capacity than a separate power bank, having the battery pack built into a protective case means you don’t have to remember to carry another device with you, and functions both to protect your phone from drops and knocks and from loss of power. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$99.95 Best Prices Today: Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 17 Pro Retailer Price $99.95 View Deal Zagg $99.95 View Deal $99.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Best for: Someone looking for slim, all-in-one solution that can top up your iPhone. Not for: Someone who wants a low cost option with maximum recharge capacity. With magnetic wireless power banks becoming faster, lighter and smaller, the iPhone battery case has become something of a rarity. Battery case pioneer Mophie is still at the forefront of the market, however, and its latest Juice Pack fights back against ultra-slim power banks with its extra protection and more solid design. After missing a few iPhone iterations, Mophie bounced back with its Juice Packs for iPhone 15 and 16 families. The latest version is available for the Pro models, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max and iPhone Air, only. Owners of the plain iPhone 17 must look to Chinese imports on Amazon or stick with a phone case plus a portable power bank. Design: Slimmer than you’d expect Mophie (now owned by Zagg) has stuck with its preferred two-piece design for the new Juice Pack battery cases. The top part pulls off to allow the users to safely slip their iPhone into the large bottom section that features the integrated battery plus a USB-C connector for the iPhone to push into. This makes installation feel safer than ramming the iPhone into a one-piece case where it’s harder to see the connection between the phone’s charging port and the battery case’s connector. We’ve had the connector bend and impact charging on some cheaper models. Simon Jary The two-part design, however, can come apart when pulled from your pocket, but Mophie’s design feels more robust and you should be less likely to inadvertently remove the top part when handling the battery case. The physical connection, rather than a wireless one, means the charging should be more efficient than you’ll get from a purely magnetic one. I wouldn’t want to be forever putting the iPhone in and out of the case, for the possibility of damaging the phone’s charging port. Most battery case users leave their iPhone in the case, so as long as you are sensitive when first placing the phone into the case, there’s little to be worried about. The case is slimmer—0.76 inch or 1.9cm—and a little lighter compared to earlier battery cases, at just 3.6oz (98g). Cheaper and bulkier no-name battery cases can weigh in at over 5oz (around 150g). Mophie As with nearly every battery case out there, the color is a singular choice of black. We found the Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 17 Pro to be rather prone to fingerprints and marks—an obvious fallibility in a product that will often be in the user’s hands. The back of the case features four LEDs that indicate remaining battery life in the case. To the left of these lights is the Standby/Status button that needs to be pressed to start or pause the charging process. Just because the charging isn’t wireless doesn’t mean that the Mophie Juice Pack abandons MagSafe altogether. The back features an integrated passive magnet that allows a strong hold for wallets and other magnetic accessories. You cannot, however, wirelessly charge the case or the phone when inside it. The case also includes a loop for a lanyard. The Juice Pack isn’t wireless. You connect a USB-C cable into its charging part and then the case’s own USB-C connector enters the phone’s charging port. Be gentle at this stage.Simon Jary Performance tests Bulk and weight are kept within acceptable dimensions as Mophie hasn’t tried to shoehorn in a 10K or even 5K battery into the case. The Juice Pack for iPhone 17 Pro features a 3000mAh (milliamp-hours) battery, and the model for 17 Pro Max boasts a 3600mAh battery. This compares to the usual minimum 5000mAh found in a magnetic wireless power bank, so we expected the Juice Pack to recharge an empty iPhone to a lesser degree. The battery capacity is higher than the 2800mAh found in the Juice Pack for iPhone 16. In our tests this gained us an average score of 55% when recharging a fully drained iPhone 17 Pro. That score from the 3K battery case compares to the average 70-80% recharge scores we’ve recorded from the 5K power banks such as the Belkin BoostCharge Pro. The Juice Pack’s recharge capacity should be enough to get you back to somewhere you can charge the phone up with a charger at a power socket but won’t get you as far away as a slimline 5000mAh power bank. Priority passthrough charging means power is channeled to your iPhone first and then the battery pack when charging the case with the phone inside. The compromise with a power bank is that it isn’t as robust a connection as a battery case, and they offer no drop protection as a battery case will. The Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 17 Pro offers drop protection of up to 6 feet. You’ll get the same or better protection from a dedicated iPhone case but this will need to be a separate purchase alongside the power bank. Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone Air.Simon Jary Price: Is it worth $99.95? The Mophie Juice Pack battery case for iPhone 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max and iPhone Air costs $99.95 / £99.95, although availability outside of the U.S. looks in short supply at the time of writing. A decent 5K wireless power bank costs half that amount but doesn’t double up as a protective case, which we’d always recommend to iPhone users. See our roundup of the best magnetic power banks for iPhone and best cases for iPhone 17 Pro. The Mophie therefore represents good value for money, offering robust protection and an integrated battery pack to keep you going on the move. Mophie Should you buy the Mophie Juice Pack battery case for iPhone 17 Pro? Mophie keeps making its Juice Pack battery cases slimmer, lighter and more robust than previous models, and this latest version even beats previous versions while on the recharge score. If you want your iPhone to be as slim and protected as possible, a separate case with power bank applied when required is for you. Having the battery pack built into a protective case means you don’t have to remember to carry a power bank with you, and functions both to protect your phone from drops and knocks and from loss of power.04:30 pmApple acquires ‘Severance’ series, sees 4-season run, at least, and universe expansion | Mac Daily NewsApple acquires ‘Severance’ series, sees 4-season run, at least, and universe expansion
Apple has acquired the intellectual property and all rights to the Emmy-winning series "Severance" from Fifth Season in a deal finalized… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:27 pmToday in Apple history: Steve Jobs wins posthumous Grammy
On February 12, 2012, a Special Merit Grammy Award honored Apple co-founder Steve Jobs his contributions to the field of music. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:05 pmLawsuit alleges Apple and others were coerced to censor ICE monitoring tools
A new lawsuit claims federal officials pressured Apple, Meta, and Google to suppress apps and online groups that document ICE activity, raising fresh First Amendment concerns.Image credit: TheFire.orgOn Wednesday, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) announced that it would sue Attorney General Pam Bondi and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem. The suit centers on First Amendment obstruction.The filing alleges that the admins have sought to coerce big tech companies such as Apple, Google, and Meta into censoring apps and social media groups dedicated to monitoring and reporting ICE activity. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:33 pmFour Apple products could be discontinued imminently
Apple has four products showing signs of being discontinued imminently, with supply reportedly drying up at the Apple Store ahead of successors launching soon. more…03:25 pmApple's AI summaries include racial & gender biases, if the query is vague enough
When specifically tailored queries made to test Apple Intelligence using developer tools are intentionally ambiguous about race and gender, researchers have seen biases pop up.Examples of notification summaries on an iPhoneAI Forensics, a German nonprofit, analyzed over 10,000 notification summaries created by Apple's AI feature. The report suggests that Apple Intelligence treats White people as the "default" while applying gender stereotypes when no gender has been specified.According to the report, Apple Intelligence has a tendency to ignore a person's ethnicity if they are caucasian. Conversely, any messages that mentioned another ethnicity regularly saw the notification summary follow suit. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums