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- 09:00 pmApple’s Liquid Glass fixes in iOS 27 go beyond a simple slider
Apple’s controversial "Liquid Glass," which drew criticism for poor legibility in its initial release, has seen major improvements in iOS 27… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:45 pmAndy Ihnatko’s New Blog Is Thoroughly Enjoyable
Andy Ihnatko, whose tech journalism has graced Macworld, the Chicago Sun-Times, and MacBreak Weekly, has launched a new membership blog. Few writers combine his technical depth, pop-culture wit, and genuine humanity. Give his free posts a read.08:08 pmUnreleased Beats headphones spotted again … with a customizable design?
Beats is gearing up for a new product launch — and it loves dropping hints about what’s coming. As the World Cup kicks off this week, another soccer player has been seen wearing an unreleased pair of Beats headphones … but there’s a twist.07:45 pmApple’s Camera Chief: AI will give you photography superpowers — but keep your memories real | Mac Daily NewsApple’s Camera Chief: AI will give you photography superpowers — but keep your memories real
Apple’s head of camera software, Jon McCormack, explains how the company is bringing generative AI to the iPhone’s Photos app in iOS 27… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:31 pmOwning an Apple Home: Robots, maintenance, and chores
Whether you rent or own, there are some chores you have to complete on a near-constant basis. The good news is, you can get some help from robots and apps in your Apple Home.Get a little help in your smart home from some robots and tech solutionsI'm a firm believer in optimizing when possible. If a robot, machine, or gadget exists to speed up or even remove the need for certain tasks, I'm going to implement it.While we're still waiting on a robot that can fold your laundry and put it away, there are plenty of robots available that can take on your chore list. Whether it's mowing, mopping, or changing out the litter box, there's something available. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:29 pmFour new Macs are launching later this year, here’s what’s coming
Apple launched three new Macs earlier this year, but there are another four Macs rumored to debut throughout the remainder of the year. Here’s what’s coming.07:05 pmApple TV has three fan-favorite shows returning soon, here’s what’s coming
Apple TV has an exciting and packed summer lineup this year, anchored by a variety of compelling series. Here are three fan-favorite returning shows set to be among Apple’s biggest hits of the summer.07:00 pmTouchscreen Macbook '100% Confirmed,' Says Reputable Leaker
A leaker with a strong Apple rumor track record says a touchscreen MacBook is "100% confirmed. If true, it would mark a major reversal for Apple, which has long argued that the Mac is built for indirect input rather than reaching up to touch a vertical screen. MacRumors reports: Instant Digital has a good track record for Apple rumors and has provided some strikingly accurate information in the past, so it's always worth noting what they have to say about Apple's plans. The claim is also backed by several recent reports. [...] Touchscreen support is expected to be one of several major upgrades coming to Apple's next-generation high-end MacBook Pro models. Other rumored features include M6 Pro and M6 Max chips, an OLED display, a Dynamic Island (i.e., no notch), and a thinner design. The new laptops could also adopt MacBook Ultra branding. Notably, macOS 27 Golden Gate also introduces a more touch-friendly interface, since Apple's Sidecar feature now allows users to tap and interact with macOS interface elements using a finger on their iPad. Apple apparently is not going to advertise the new MacBook Pro/Ultra as a touch-first device like the iPad -- it will be "touch-friendly, not touch-first," according to [Bloomberg's Mark Gurman]. In that sense, Apple will let customers use touch and mouse gestures interchangeably for all functions. Further reading: Steve Jobs Was Wrong About Touchscreen Laptops (2012) Read more of this story at Slashdot.06:30 pmThe real Siri has arrived: Apple fulfills its original vision
After years of underwhelming performance, Apple is finally delivering on Siri's original promise. In a new USA Today column, tech analyst… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:14 pmHomeKit Weekly: The Qingping thermometer brings Thread and an E-ink display to Apple Home | 9 to 5 MacHomeKit Weekly: The Qingping thermometer brings Thread and an E-ink display to Apple Home
E-ink technology is typically found in devices like the Amazon Kindle, and it is also a critical feature of the Qingping thermometer. I originally reviewed the Bluetooth version of this device a few years ago, but Qingping has since updated it with Thread support for Apple Home. I have been retesting it to see if it still holds up in 2026.06:03 pmThe new dictation feature is off-by-default in iOS 27 beta 1, here’s how to turn it on
At least as of the first developer beta of iOS 27, the next-generation AI dictation feature for iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air is not enabled by default. So if you’ve just updated to the beta, you don’t get the benefits of the new LLM-powered dictation right away. Here’s how to turn it on.05:57 pmHere’s everything new in iOS 27 and more, per Apple’s keynote list
Apple’s WWDC keynote revealed a lot of new features in iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and more—most of which were displayed on a single slide for just a moment. Here are all of those listed features in a more accessible, organized format. There are even more changes coming in iOS 27, but this is everything Apple listed on that big keynote slide.05:51 pmThe AirPods Pro 3 is $70 Off
The AirPods Pro 3 have received a bigger discount marking the earbuds $70 off. Take a hearing test at home, protect your ears from the loud environment you are in with active Hearing Protection and allow for clearer communication with Conversation Boost. Track your calories burnt and heart rate with built-in heart rate sensing and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:50 pmNew iOS 27 Features With Revamped Siri
The revamped, capable, and smarter Siri has finally been revealed for macOS Golden Gate, iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, with the update exclusive for developers as of now. The new Siri comes with Personal Context distinguishing the AI from other chatbot platforms and has access to the data stored on your device like messages, emails […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:49 pmAirPods Receiving Beta Firmware that Comes with Features for iOS 27
The AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods 4 have received new beta firmware released by Apple. The firmware is exclusive to developers as of now; it features the build number 9A5292e. Apple is integrating a new interface for AirPods with support for custom EQ in macOS Golden Gate, iOS 27, and iPadOS 27. […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:48 pmHomePod Functionality Coming in iOS 27
The release of iOS 27 brings functionality for the HomePod with AutoMix support, the AI-powered Apple Music feature offered by Apple that seamlessly blends music with tempo and matching keys. The revamped feature has underlying algorithms to create new types of transitions for seamless moving between music tracks; this could be beneficial for the new […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:48 pmApple explains the goal of iOS 27’s new AI features in Photos
The Photos app is a central focus of iOS 27, adding new features like Reframe and Extend. In a new interview with Tyler Stalman, two Apple Photos executives went in-depth on the new features and what they mean for photographers.05:44 pmHands-on: iOS 27 makes AirPods even better with these new features [Video]
Since its release in 2016, AirPods have exploded in popularity. I feel like you cannot go anywhere without seeing them in people’s ears. AirPods have become one of Apple’s most impactful products, and they might even be my most-used Apple devices. I use them in every scenario, from just listening to media to phone calls, workouts, live translation, and transparency. There is always something I am using them for. But one feature was missing that Apple finally added with iOS 27. So let’s talk about the new features of the AirPods and how to install the beta update.05:30 pmSkip the waitlist: Get the new Siri AI right now on macOS Golden Gate
There’s a days-long waitlist to get the new Siri AI. But on macOS Golden Gate, you can skip it by pasting in a simple Terminal command. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:26 pmHow to use Visual Intelligence on macOS Golden Gate, and when it's worth it
Apple has finally brought Visual Intelligence to the Mac with macOS Golden Gate, and it is a boon when it works. Here's how to get started.You can select a region on your Mac's screen and if it shows food, you can get nutrition details - image credit: AppleI admit I have sometimes taken a photo of my Mac's screen and used Visual Intelligence on my iPhone to find out what I'm looking at. But as of macOS Golden Gate, I no longer need to do that because the Mac has Visual Intelligence built in.Apple's Sebastien Marineau-Mes, vice president of Intelligent System Experience Engineering, announced this during the WWDC 2026 keynote. But frustratingly, all he then said was that you could use it with "a dedicated keyboard shortcut." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums