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- Monday March 30
- 09:48 pmApple Discontinues the Mac Pro for Good
Apple has discontinued the Mac Pro with no replacement planned. The move ends a 20-year run for Apple’s most expandable desktop, though the Mac Studio and Thunderbolt 5 have made its PCIe-based expandability largely obsolete.09:05 pmHow to use Grok AI on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Grok, the maximally truthful and witty AI assistant built by xAI, has become one of the most popular AI tools for Apple users. Whether you… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:43 pmApple is more aggressively booting vibe coding apps from the App Store
Apple made vibe coding easier with Xcode integrations, which has allowed the App Store to grow faster than ever. However, it is cracking down on apps that use AI to generate unreviewable code inside the app.Apple remains judge, jury, and executioner of its App Store in the face of vibe coding floodVibe coding isn't a bad thing on its face. It can help seasoned coders navigate through niche problems that lack documentation, or help bring a novice coder's idea to life. Apple uses the technology itself.However, one vibe coding app, called Anything, was booted from the App Store entirely. According to a report from The Information, it isn't entirely clear why that app was kicked while others remained, but it appears related to section 2.5.2 of the developer guidelines that basically prevents apps from making other apps. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:41 pmiOS 26.5 adds Live Activities support for third-party accessories in the EU
Apple is working on support for Live Activities in third-party accessories with iOS 26.5 in Europe, according to new code seen by 9to5Mac. Here are the details. more…08:31 pmiOS 26.5’s Messages app has RCS end-to-end encryption in beta
iOS 26.5 beta 1 is now available for developers, with a new Apple Maps feature, hints of a new in-app subscription option, but no signs of Siri upgrades. iOS 26.5 also gives Messages support for end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging. more…08:10 pmSave $200 on Apple's M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro, lowest prices to date
Two 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro models with Apple's M5 Pro chip are discounted exclusively for AppleInsider readers, delivering the lowest prices on record.Grab the lowest prices ever on Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro M5 Pro.Kicking off the sale is the standard 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro with Apple's M5 Pro chip. Featuring an 18-core CPU and 20-core GPU, this configuration in Space Black also has 24GB of unified memory and 1TB of storage, giving you additional breathing room to store files compared to the 512GB of storage that was standard in the M4 Pro line.Normally $2,699, AppleInsider readers can pick up the new model for $2,499* using this activation link from a laptop or desktop computer (the offer cannot be activated through B&H's mobile app at this time). Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:02 pmBig Tech stocks rout flashing clear turnaround signals as Nasdaq 100 enters correction | Mac Daily NewsBig Tech stocks rout flashing clear turnaround signals as Nasdaq 100 enters correction
Big Tech stocks just suffered a sharp sell-off that has pushed the Nasdaq 100 into correction territory, down 11% from its October peak… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:54 pmApple rolls out macOS Sonoma 14.8.6 and macOS Sequoia 15.7.6 Release Candidates
Less than a week after releasing macOS Sonoma 14.8.5 and macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, Apple has now seeded release candidates for their next updates. Here are the details. more…07:49 pmiOS 26.5 beta arrives with no Gemini-powered AI features as focus shifts to iOS 27
It’s safe to say that the Gemini-powered Siri and Apple Intelligence features won’t arrive in beta this month. iOS 26.5 beta 1 was released right on schedule. However, the upgraded AI features are not included. more…07:40 pmNew in iOS 26.5: Notification Forwarding, Apple Intelligence in China
The first beta of iOS 26.5 has arrived, with Apple Intelligence now making its way to users in China, and Notification Forwarding expanding beyond the EU.The first developer beta of iOS 26.5 can now be installed.On Monday, less than a week after iOS 26.4 received its full public release, Apple started the iOS 26.4 beta testing cycle. The iPhone software update has the build number 23F5043g, up from 23E246 on the final version of iOS 26.4. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:40 pmiOS 26.5 might add new in-app options for subscriptions
iOS 26.5 beta 1 arrived today for developer testing, and Apple’s release notes indicate that the update will offer new App Store options for in-app subscriptions. more…07:27 pmiPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max: All the biggest rumours so far
Macworld The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to launch in September 2026 featuring several cutting-edge hardware advancements, including the debut of Apple’s first in-house 5G modem, the C2, and a shift to a 2nm manufacturing process for the A20 Pro chip. Other key rumored upgrades include a smaller Dynamic Island with under-display Face ID components and camera improvements that may include variable aperture on the Pro Max and enhanced sensors. Overall, the update looks like a performance and feature refinement rather than a major redesign, but the iPhone 18 Pro is still expected to be a significant release for Apple. Alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Apple is said to be planning to launch the ultra-premium folding iPhone. However, in a change to the usual schedule, the company is expected to shift the launch of the iPhone 18 spring 2027 to keep the spotlight on the Pro series during its traditional September debut. Here’s a quick summary of what all the rumors and leaks say to expect from the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in 2026. What are the biggest upgrades for iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max Pro models launching first in September 2026, base models delayed to spring 2027 Smaller Dynamic Island likely, with some Face ID components under the display Possible variable aperture camera (Pro Max only) New A20 chip (2nm) for performance and efficiency gains Apple’s own C2 modem expected across the lineup Potential satellite internet support, not just emergency use How is iPhone 18 Pro/Max different from iPhone 17 Pro/Max? Split release schedule (Pro first, base later) Smaller or modified Dynamic Island Possible under-display Face ID components New modem (shift away from Qualcomm) Camera experimentation (variable aperture on Pro Max)07:03 pmPaul McCartney may play Apple Park for Apple’s 50th anniversary finale
Apple’s global 50th anniversary celebrations are building toward a potentially historic finale — with strong indications that… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:01 pmiOS 26.5 adds new Apple Maps feature for trending places
iOS 26.5 beta 1 arrived today, and with it a new Apple Maps feature for discovering where to go next—dubbed simply ‘Suggested Places.’ more…06:58 pmApple’s new Finder Guy escapades chased away my Monday blues
Macworld Mondays suck. Especially if you just had a really good weekend like me (“Project Hail Mary,” “Amaze! Amaze! Amaze!”). But Monday just got better because Apple has released three new Finder Guy videos on TikTok. Now I have the biggest smile on my face, and I’m feeling like I can tackle my week. One video showcases a downtrodden Finder Guy (like me!) trying to overcome writer’s block (like me!). It ends with a bespectacled Finder Guy, who’s all smiles (like me!). @apple talking to yourself has never been better ♬ original sound – apple Another video shows how to use the Mac’s ringlight to make your FaceTime videos brighter. @apple glamour ♬ original sound – apple A third video is for “Type Bs,” but don’t let that stop you from watching how to use the Stacks feature in the Finder. @apple doesn’t matter how many screenshots you take, the desktop will keep it cute. ♬ original sound – apple The Finder Guy made his debut during the MacBook Neo release in a TikTok slideshow for the MacBook Neo’s specifications. Apple has since posted other videos to TikTok, but new Finder Guy clips didn’t show up until Monday. Clearly, Apple created the character to promote the Mac to TikTok’s audience, which is 78 percent comprised of millennials and Gen Z. We actually don’t know much about Apple’s new mascot. The internet has taken to calling it Finder Guy due to its resemblance to the Finder icon, but we don’t actually know if the character has a gender. It’s also not clear if the narrator in the videos is the voice of the character. Will the character make an appearance at Apple’s 50th anniversary celebration or start popping up outside Apple stores? We’ve sent Apple an email asking for more info (yes, we really did), and we’ll provide updates if we hear anything. In any case, Happy Monday!06:58 pmMeta testing paid Instagram service that lets users secretly view Stories
Meta revealed in January that it plans to test paid versions of Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook. Now, in select markets, the first of those premium services is available. more…06:46 pmApple Intelligence finally rolls out in China
Almost a year and a half after introduction in the U.S., it looks like Apple Intelligence is on the cusp of launching in China.Apple Intelligence is finally arriving on devices in ChinaApple Intelligence had a gradual rollout in Western countries, but it hasn't been available in China at all. According to social media posts, Apple Intelligence has gone live in China.Posts, such as from the prominent leaker account L0vetodream, are saying that the availability of Apple Intelligence in China appeared suddenly today. Screenshots shared by the accounts show the Settings app menu for Apple Intelligence & Siri, showing the same layout and general labels as in English-speaking countries. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:40 pmiOS 26.5 beta 1 is available now
Macworld The 26.4 updates brought with them a number of improvements across the various operating systems and Apple’s included apps. But they didn’t bring the expected, long overdue improvements to Siri: A new foundation model, on-screen awareness, personal context, and actions across apps. Recent rumors rumors make it seem unlikely that all of those things will appear before the big OS 27 updates in the fall, for which Apple is targeting even bigger Apple Intelligence upgrades. But there is some hope that the iOS 26.5 update will bring at least some of the new Siri to our devices. The first developer beta for the 26.5 updates landed on March 30, and we expect a wide release sometime in late April or early May. What’s new in iOS 26.5 We don’t yet know what features to expect from the final release of iOS 26.5, but we’ll update this section as new features and significant changes are discovered throughout the beta process. iOS 26.5 beta: How to install If you want to test the iOS 26 beta releases but are not a registered developer, follow these steps: Click Sign Up on the Apple Beta page and register with your Apple ID. Log in to the Beta Software Program. Click Enroll your iOS device. Open the Settings app, tap General, then Software Update. In the Beta Updates section, select the iOS Public Beta. It may take a few moments after registering for the beta option to appear in Software Update. iOS 26.5: How to install the developer beta You’ll need to be registered as an Apple developer, but a free developer account will do. You can get one via Xcode or the Apple Developer app in iOS. Here’s how to do it via the Apple Developer app: Download the Apple Developer App from the App Store. Open the app. Tap on Account. Sign in using your usual Apple ID. Find out everything you need to know about iOS 26 in our iOS 26 superguide.06:12 pmApple Intelligence rolling out now in China, per user reports
Apple Intelligence first launched in the US in October 2024, but now after a nearly 18-month wait, Apple’s AI features appear to be rolling out in China too. more…06:11 pmSave a sweet $20 on Apple’s super-slim Magic Keyboard
This Apple Magic Keyboard deal lets you say goodbye to cables and enjoy a 20% discount on a brilliant wireless keyboard. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)