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- 08:07 amMacworld Podcast: Memories of Apple on its 50th anniversary
Macworld On the day Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary, we’re talking this cue and chatting with former Macworld editorial director and current Macworld columnist, Jason Snell. We talk about our favorite memories, the moments that defined the company, where it’s at, and what to expect in the future. This is episode 977 with Michael Simon, Jason Snell, and Roman Loyola. Watch episode 977 on YouTube Listen to episode 977 on Apple Podcasts08:00 amSecure your internet for 3 years for just $67
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Rather than revisiting Apple’s corporate milestones at its 50th anniversary, Adam Engst reflects on how the community around Apple once fostered connection and idealism—and why rebuilding that human infrastructure may matter more than celebrating the company.Wednesday April 0111:55 pmApple Fitness chief Jay Blahnik retiring in July after 13-year tenure
Apple has confirmed to The New York Times that Jay Blahnik, the company’s vice president of Fitness Technologies, will retire in July. Here are the details. more…11:52 pmAmazon looking to buy Globalstar, the company behind Apple's SOS via Satellite
Apple purchased a 20% stake in Globalstar, so it has been thrown in the middle of the negotiations for Amazon to purchase the company. It powers SOS via Satellite on iPhone and Apple Watch.Globalstar powers SOS via SatelliteIt seems that Amazon could end up owning the infrastructure behind Emergency SOS via Satellite. The critical feature launched with iPhone 14 and has even become available with Apple Watch Ultra 3, but it relies on satellites operated by Globalstar.According to a Financial Times report covered by 9to5Mac, Amazon is in talks to acquire Globalstar. Apple purchased a 20% stake in the company in 2024, which means it has been included in these acquisition talks. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:19 pmAmazon ‘in talks’ to acquire Globalstar, and Apple’s stake is a key factor
Amazon is reportedly “in talks” to acquire Globalstar, the company that connects Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch satellite features. Apple’s 20% stake in the company is a key factor in negotiations. more…10:35 pmApple Sports adds support for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Apple has updated the Apple Sports app to support the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to kick off on June 11 at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Here’s how to follow your favorite teams. more…10:27 pm9to5Mac Daily: April 1, 2026 – iOS 18 update, Siri multitasking
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 Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily. more…09:43 pmTim Cook to Apple employees on 50th anniversary: ‘Here’s to the next fifty years’
To mark Apple's 50th-anniversary milestone, CEO Tim Cook sent a reflective internal memo to employees, quoting Steve Jobs and… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:42 pmMeta alerts iPhone users who downloaded spyware-laced version of WhatsApp
Italy’s Agenzia Nazionale Stampa Associata (ANSA) reports that Meta has issued an alert to approximately 200 users who were tricked into downloading a fake version of WhatsApp. Here are the details. more…09:15 pmStay ahead of storms with Weather Hi-Def Radar app’s real-time alerts
Stay ahead of inclement weather events with Weather Hi-Def Radar, a weather radar app that goes beyond your phone's usual weather alerts. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:45 pmAll iPad Air 3 variants are now on Apple's 'vintage products' list
The third-generation iPad Air, in all its variants, is now officially a "vintage product," as more than five years have passed since its launch.All variants of the 2019 iPad Air 3 are now vintage, according to Apple.The iPad Air debuted back in 2019, five years after the second-generation iPad Air. Relative to its predecessor, the iPad Air 3 featured a larger 10.5-inch display, Apple Pencil support, and a much more powerful A12 Bionic chip.Both cellular and Wi-Fi only variants are have now made their way to Apple's "vintage products" list. Apple considers a product "vintage" when it stopped offering the device for sale more than five years ago, and less than seven years ago. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:35 pmEddy Cue talks Jobs, iTunes, & F1 in 50th anniversary interview
Apple SVP of Services Eddy Cue has been with Apple for 38 out of Apple's 50 years, and he's out celebrating the anniversary with an interview where he shares familiar anecdotes about his time there.Eddy Cue has been with Apple for decadesIt is Apple's 50th anniversary, so there has been a lot of celebration and press tours going on. Paul McCartney may have concluded the concert series, but Apple executives have been making the rounds on Wednesday.The SVP of Services, Eddy Cue, appeared on the internet talk show/podcast TBPN to discuss some of Apple's history. While he didn't share anything revolutionary, it was a peek inside of how he thinks and feels about Apple today after 38 years of work there. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:19 pmWatch new MacBook Neo ads starring the adorable Little Finder Guy
Apple is doubling down on the adorable mini-Finder character it created for the MacBook Neo campaign. Watch the ads here. more…08:17 pmApple Offers iOS 18.7.7 Security Update as Alternative to iOS 26.4 Upgrade
To address the DarkSword exploit, Apple now lets iOS 18 users install the iOS 18.7.7 security update instead of upgrading to iOS 26.4. If you’re still using iOS 18, update immediately.08:14 pmDownload these ‘Apple at 50’ wallpapers for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
It’s a big day for Apple, as the company marks 50 years since its founding. To celebrate, you can find a great set of wallpapers made by Basic Apple Guy featuring Apple’s 50th anniversary artwork. more…08:01 pmApple releases new firmware for AirTag 2
Following the launch of the AirTag 2 earlier this year, Apple has begun rolling out firmware version 3.0.45. The new update replaces the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:00 pmDiscounted M5 MacBook Pro hits Apple refurb store with key storage distinction
Apple has added the plain M5 MacBook Pro to its refurbished store for a discounted price. However, the base storage change from last month means the value compared to new discounted hardware might not be as competitive as usual. more…07:50 pmAirPods Max 2 vs AirPods Max: Here’s everything new
The long-awaited AirPods Max 2 are finally here. Below you’ll find a comparison of all the differences between AirPods Max 2 and the previous AirPods Max models with both USB-C and Lightning. more…07:38 pmApple rolls out AirTag update with stronger anti-stalking protection
AirTag users will want the latest firmware for the item tracker. Here’s everything you can do to get it, and then be sure it’s installed. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)